Mike Baker (Shadow Gallery) - RIP

[Harvester]

ALLENTOWN, PENNSYLVANIA

It is with deep sadness and regret that we announce the passing of Shadow Gallery vocalist, Michael A. Baker. Mike suffered a heart attack, Wednesday afternoon, October 29th, 2008. He was 45 years old. Mike was a founding member of Shadow Gallery and for the past 16 years, helped shape the sound of the band with his magical voice. Additionally, he made many appearances on rock records around the world. Those who knew him best were moved by his gentle spirit, sincere kindness, fun nature and passion for both music and sports. He was a warrior in the studio, a true professional. Mike was our friend, our singer and our brother. We loved him and will miss him enormously, but he will always be remembered in our hearts and through his music.

At this time we are setting up a condolence book on the Shadow Gallery Band website that you will be able to leave a message.

Good Bye Mike,

We will miss you and your beautiful voice.

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My thoughts are with his family and the band.

Glenn H.

 

[VenomGA]

Very sad news. His family and band mates will be in my thoughts and prayers.

 

[edgeofthorns]

45 is way too young...sad news indeed.

~Brian~

 

[Bear]

Ahhh man . I was just talking with a friend of Mike's at the Kamelot show on Saturday, what a huge loss for the music world... RIP MB and my deepest condolences to his family and friends...

Bear

 

[J-Man]

OH MY GOD!!!! My deepest condolences to Mike's family and to Shadow Gallery. Mike your voice will be missed.

 

[FataMorgana]

Sending thoughts of comfort and healing to his family and friends.

 

[Curufin]

That's absolutely terrible!

 

[AngraRULES]

That's horrible. I'm so sorry to hear that.

My thoughts and prayers go to Mike's family and friends.

What a tragic loss for music. =(

 

[RagePSV]

Wow, that sucks. One of the best metal vocalists out there in my opinion RIP.

 

[PurpleCrayonWriter]

That's horrible news! Damn. Forty-five is way too young.

Our thoughts and prayers go out to all who knew Mike.

Bill

 

[Soundscape]

this really hurts..I'm in shock to be honest. His vocal lines are maybe my favorite part of the band. And the fact he was so young.

 

[The Invisible Guest]

Wow .. that's a shocker .. very sad, and totally unexpected.

Britt

 

[AMBR]

Totally stunned. Terrible news. He was so talented and still quite young, it's such a shock. I'll be sure to leave a condolence message in the book.

 

[MysticX9]

Very unfortunate, hate to hear this! Deepest condolences to family, friends and band...

 

[J-Dubya 777]

VERY sad news indeed. My thoughts go out to his friends, family, & fans.
RIP Mike.....

 

[mëtålspëd]

What more can be said?

 

[SharkBlack]

Man... just incredibly sad.. He will be missed..My condolences to his family, friends and the many people he has touched with his music and kindness... The community has lost one of it's greatest.

 

[ZHJ&T]

Very sad news and I send my condolences to his family and the band.

The voice of Shadow Gallery RIP bro.

Jasun

 

[FatesFan]

How very sad indeed. My thoughts and prayers are with his family and friends.

 

[Meteornotes]

Very sad news. One of the best voices in metal is gone. RIP Mike.

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