(TV) Hilly Kristal (CBGB founder/owner) has passed away

["Murray Ramone" <murrayramone@hotmail.com>]

just got this as a myspace message from the cbgb's site


Hilly Kristal (CBGB founder/owner) has passed away
Hilly was my boss for close to 18 years, my friend for more than 20, and in 
some ways, he was a second father to me.

He was a friend to and strong supporter of musicians and artists. His 
continuing love and support of struggling artists helped change the face of 
music. He was a kind big hearted man who genuinely cared. All of us who 
worked for him genuinely loved the man. Whatever decisions he made, right or 
wrong, his heart was always in the right place. I will truly miss him.

Rest in Peace my old friend
-Brendan Rafferty

Below is the official statement form the Kristal family. They asked me not 
to post this until today to give time to notify his family before making any 
public announcement.

It is with deep sadness and regret that we inform you of the death of Hilly 
Kristal, who died on Tuesday, August 28, 2007, from complications from Lung 
Cancer. Kristal, 75, founded the legendary rock club CBGB and ran the club 
for 33 years. A singer and songwriter himself, Kristal opened the club to 
showcase "Country Bluegrass and Blues"; instead the club became a breeding 
ground for Punk rock. Among the many acts that called CBGB home were 
Blondie, the Talking Heads, Television, Living Color, Patti Smith and the 
Ramones. The club closed in October 2006, but CBGB continues, with a retail 
store in New York City and worldwide merchandise sales; in addition, there 
currently are plans to open new CBGB clubs in several locations.

Kristal is survived by his daughter, Lisa Kristal Burgman, son, Mark Dana 
Kristal, son-in-law Ger Burgman, grandchildren Jenny and Adam Burgman, CBGB, 
and the thousands of artists and musicians who played the club.

A private memorial service is planned. A public memorial will be held at a 
later date. Contributions in Hilly's honor may be made in his name to the 
American Cancer Society or to the Hilly Kristal Foundation for Musicians and 
Artists (168 Second Avenue, PMB 207, New York, NY 10003).

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