Chad Lee's Diary

Just a quick update....

I have added some photos to the BLS fall 2006 tour photo gallery from the final night of the 2006 Shot To Hell tour in Hollywood. The show was amazing as always, Zakk and the guys never dissapoint. This day marking 2 years since our friend, hero, and brother DIMEBAG was taken from us, Zakk had something special in store for the night. Before they played In This River which is and will forever be dedicated to Dime, two huge banners dropped from the ceiling revealing two photos that I had taken of our good friend. The crowd went crazy and gave a deafening DIMEBAG chant, that I'm sure he could hear. There was not a dry eye in the house by the time the song was finished, a very beautiful and touching tribute to such a wonderful person. Below are some samples from the show. The photo on the right, above Nick was also used in the video for In This River, and has also been used as inspiration for a t-shirt, tribute ads, and countless fan tattoos.

Enjoy the samples, and you can see more photos from the tour in the BLS Fall 2006 tour section of Live photos.

Chad

I updated the artist "quotes" page with some very kind words from a few people. You can find this section at the main page under the Calender link.
It says " What the musicians, and industry pros have to say". I am very honored by all of the comments I have been given regarding my work.

The newest additions come from Charlie Benante and Scott Ian from Anthrax, of which I am absolutely humbled by. I grew up as a HUGE fan of the band and both of them, and to now consider them friends, and have them say great things about my work makes me very proud. There are also new quotes from Jason Bittner from Shadows Fall, and my good friend James Lomenzo who is currently laying down the bottom for Megadeth. James has been in the business for a long time in several bands such as Black Label Society, David Lee Roth, Slash's Snake Pit, White Lion and others.

Here's what they have to say:
Charlie Benante- "Chad Lee Captures the Moment! that's the bottom line. When you see a Chad Lee photo you get the feeling that you're there. The only thing missing from his Photo's is the Sound! Now if he can only create an mp3 photo...."

Scott Ian- "Chad Lee isn't just a photographer, he's one of us !!"

Jason Bittner- "In my years of being on stage there are guys who take pictures and there are guys who capture historic moments that may never happen again. Chad Lee is a professional who never wastes time "looking for the shot", he already knows where it is."

James Lomenzo- "Chad is my new "photo-god"... truly, a man not afraid to jump in the
trenches and get his lens wet! A righteous dude and a man I call my
friend!"

If you have not already placed your order for one of my 2007 Fantasy Honey's motorcycle calenders, this is the week to do it.
I have put them on sale for the holiday. If you place an order between today and December 19th, they are ONLY $10 inside the USA ! This includes shipping !! You can email me directly to place an order at CHADLEE@ROCKCONCERTFOTOS.COM . These will make GREAT holiday gifts and stocking stuffers ! If you woul dlike to buy extras for more friends or family you can get 5 calenders for $45 or 10 for ONLY $80, this is a ONE WEEK HOLIDAY SALE ONLY, if your order is placed by the 19th you WILL receive them before Christmas.

A little refresher of what you will find inside for the year

Heading out to sunny La tomorow for a few days with friends/family and some good shows.
As we all know this Friday will be 2 years since our beloved brother DIMEBAG was taken from us. Hard to believe it has been that long already, I can still hear his voice in my head like it was yesterday. You will be eternally miseed my friend.......
Black Label Society is wrapping up this leg of the Shot To Hell tour on Friday night in Los Angeles at The Wiltern. What better place for me to spend the evening than with family and good friends. There are a few things in the works for the night, I will be posting a review and photos once I return. It is sure to be a great show, and very emotional night for all of us. Be sure and raise a glass, jam your Pantera/Damageplan/Rebel Meets Rebel music and remember one of the greatest human beings ever !
Saturday night I will be heading back to The Wiltern again for the Children Of Bodom show, which I'm sure will also be a good one.

Take care
Chad

Your memory lives on in all of us FOREVER !