Progressive rock trio lespecial suffered a hard hit this past Saturday, December 07th, when thieves made off with two of their custom basses and some gear essential to their live show. The theft took place in Syracuse, NY, with the band having now launched this GoFundMe to get back on their feet. The band themselves stated:
“In the early hours of Saturday December 7th, while parked at the Collegian Hotel & Suites in Syracuse, NY, lespecial’s sprinter van was broken into.
The back window was shattered, and three of Luke Bemand’s bass guitars—including two irreplaceable custom one-of-a-kinds (pictured)—and two Swiss Army roller suitcases filled with clothes were stolen.
The band has filed reports with the hotel & police, contacted local pawn shops and continue to search for the missing instruments. Unfortunately the custom basses are not covered by insurance. This is a heartbreaking loss for Luke and lespecial – the custom basses in particular are completely unique and hold years of memories and creative energy.
We’re hoping you’ll help by donating to help replace the instruments, keep an eye out for the stolen items on resale platforms or in local shops, and share this to spread the word. Thanks all.”
Should you be unfamiliar with the outfit, outside of their own various admirable sonic output, their below past 2021 tribute to Primus‘ 1990 debut album “Frizzle Fry” certainly displays the caliber of their musicianship.
