The Tribune

By DENISE MAYCOCK

Tribune Freeport Reporter

dmaycock@tribunemedia.net

THE Grand Bahama Entertainers Musician and Artists Association has expressed sadness over the loss of bassist Michael Wilchcombe, who died in hospital over the weekend in Grand Bahama.

Nat Cambridge, president of the GBEMAA, described Mr Wilchcombe as an extraordinary bassist who made an indelible mark in the entertainment industry in Grand Bahama.

Mr Cambridge said that Mr Wilchcombe will be remembered in the hearts and minds of persons in the Grand Bahama community.

“Mike was always willing to share his talents and knowledge with everyone that would ask, he exemplified what a great lover and patriot of the music industry should be,” he said in a press statement released on Monday.

“A charter member of the Grand Bahama Entertainers Musicians and Artists Association, Mike was one who was always willing to support measures and initiatives that sought to better the lives and working conditions of Grand Bahama artists and musicians and volunteered ideas, skills and talents to that end.”

“The Grand Bahama community has lost a giant of a man and an amazing musician,” he said expressing condolences to Mr Wilchcombe’s family and friend on behalf of the members of the GBEMAA, Grand Bahamian entertainers as well as supporters of live entertainment throughout the island.

He added: “Though Mike may be gone, he will remain a bright shining star in the entertainment community and shall not be forgotten for his contributions and his great big heart.”