wrote on May 6, 2016 at 9:41 am:
After i searched in youtube to find the percussive guitar song and find the "bushwacker".I think you are the real MAN.Your songs are great and awesome!You are the GREATEST GUITARIST in the world!!!
wrote on January 3, 2016 at 9:14 pm:
By chance came across Eric Roach while looking at the website for Tralee. I recognised the name and pressed on the link. I was amazed to see what a successful career Eric had carved for himself,but totally shocked to find out about his untimely death. I was in the same class as his brother Bryan in The Green school. I knew of Eric because of this,and also that he was a guitarist. This interested me,as at the time I was a keen drummer. While I was Tralee I was admitted to the Bon Secure hospital for minor surgery. Eric also was in hospital at the same time as me and we ended up sharing a room for two. I don't think the nurses/sisters had any idea that that would end up in me and Eric becoming a StatusQuo tribute act for the three days we were together. Eric had his guitar and I cobbled together a makeshift Drum kit out of bedpans and the like. I still tell the story of our hospital gig when explaining to people how relaxed Ireland is/was. We met up after hospital for a few jam sessions which were good fun. I wish his family al the best, say hello to his brother Bryan(I don't know if you remember me, I was the lad that moved from England)and hope this story makes you all smile like it does me when I think back. By the way this was around 1985-86.
wrote on December 14, 2015 at 8:46 pm:
I'm so sad to learn of Eric's passing. I was just looking up some guitar books and stumbled upon his name in one of my searches and I thought "wait a minute. I know that name", so I searched further. I did a work experience placement at MI (Musicians' Institute) in the mid-90s, so I met and did some work alongside Eric. He was an amazing guitarist and teacher - always so encouraging. A wonderful man all-round.
wrote on November 22, 2015 at 1:43 pm:
I discovered Eric's music and life way too long after he passed away. One of my favorite piece of music is "Angel". It seems to me it describes what he was by the love and the sweetness even if I didn't know him.
I would like very much to play this music but I don't find any tablature anywhere. Do you thing there might be a possible re-publishing ?
I would like very much to play this music but I don't find any tablature anywhere. Do you thing there might be a possible re-publishing ?
wrote on November 17, 2015 at 7:49 pm:
What a fantastic tribute to you my lovely son on Frid. 13th in Haverhill.Thanks to everyone who made it happen, especially Nick of the Arts Centre.It was such an honour to be there with you'r lovely children Francesca and Stefan. So proud of you my son. May you rest in peace.
Love from Mom,Dad and Carmel.
Love from Mom,Dad and Carmel.
wrote on November 17, 2015 at 5:52 pm:
Hi, this is Manuel, from Seville, Spain. I have heard on Eric´s life and music thanks to the fantastic RTE´s docummentary available at that website. I have enjoyed it very much and have shared it with some friends.
wrote on November 11, 2015 at 5:11 pm:
Miss you brother.
But just like your music, the energy from your optimism and that cheeky wit will forever be around us.
D
But just like your music, the energy from your optimism and that cheeky wit will forever be around us.
D
wrote on October 16, 2015 at 11:55 am:
10 years, my friend. Have thought of you often - hope you know that. Much love & many smiles xx
wrote on October 3, 2015 at 9:25 pm:
Eric, I am sad to have missed your last days. The times we worked together is memorable always. You helped to shape my music focus and I thank you for giving me your time when you did. You left an indelible mark on the world. We are better for it.
wrote on September 6, 2015 at 4:14 pm:
Its hard to believe that its 10 years to day since you left us my lovely son.I feel you'r spirit around us all the time and its such a comfort.Miss you so very much. May you rest in peace.
wrote on September 5, 2015 at 7:08 am:
Still miss you man. Hope that great big gig in the sky is going well for you. X
wrote on August 28, 2015 at 8:27 pm:
Just like to thank everybody both performers and supporters for their efforts in Eric's 10th Anniversary Tribute in Tralee, Ireland tomorrow. It is lovely to hear that proceeds are allocated to local charities. We would love to have been with you but unfortunately the invitation from Eric's family came through only two weeks ago while on holiday abroad. Having had greater notice rest assured we would have been celebrating with you.
It's a shame that Eric's children will miss out on this wonderful occasion.
Best wishes Candy Roche
It's a shame that Eric's children will miss out on this wonderful occasion.
Best wishes Candy Roche
wrote on August 17, 2015 at 9:59 pm:
Just listening to the radio documentary again. Thanks to Tim Lunch for posting the link. Such fond memories of growing up in Tralee with Eric. I remember being so envious of his music and couldn't understand how someone with so. Cub musical talent could be such a massive Quo fan! He really was such a character and I always smile when I think of him.
wrote on August 5, 2015 at 5:43 pm:
I've just bought "With these hands" and am listening to it for the first time. Couldn't not do so really having heard Stuart Ryan's 'The Way Home' (and learned to play it - thanks to Stuart for making the music available), having seen another tribute in my RGM grade 7 book and heard another at a recent gig by Declan Zapala (an excellent guitarist).
I can see why Eric must have been so good live. This is lovely stuff.
So sad to lose people like this prematurely - having this year read biographies of Jackson C Frank and Sandy Denny, sadly it isn't anything new.
And I approve of not using a plectrum or picks!
I can see why Eric must have been so good live. This is lovely stuff.
So sad to lose people like this prematurely - having this year read biographies of Jackson C Frank and Sandy Denny, sadly it isn't anything new.
And I approve of not using a plectrum or picks!
wrote on July 30, 2015 at 2:09 pm:
My Dearest Son,
It is so lovely to see you'r new web site up and running.
Maurice Murphy,Martina Egan and all you'r friends here in Tralee are working hard to honour you on you'r 10th anniversery.
We all miss you so much. May you rest in peace my lovely son.
Mom and Dad.
It is so lovely to see you'r new web site up and running.
Maurice Murphy,Martina Egan and all you'r friends here in Tralee are working hard to honour you on you'r 10th anniversery.
We all miss you so much. May you rest in peace my lovely son.
Mom and Dad.
wrote on June 30, 2015 at 5:18 pm:
Hi Folks. Welcome to the new look Eric Roche guestbook. Please feel free to leave a comment. We will be adding content to this site over the coming months and it will be great to get your input also. Many thanks.