Update - Page 2

ZHJ&T · March 18th, 2009, 02:36 PM

Hey my bro Kenneth, Spatch and all our Metal brothers and sisters.

It's been a slow process for Troy. He was able to make a fist 2 weeks ago and is starting to see a little strength in his arm. His outlook is to start picking up the Bass in July or Aug. depending on how everything is going around that time. He will slowly work his way back and this year is all about Troy healing. I don't want to write any ZH material until he feels strong enough to go out and play live so we can support the material written. Plus he's the other writer in ZH and just want him to do his thing when his brain is into it. So we're taking a break but when he's ready we'll jump into everything.

Troy wants me to thank you all for the support and wants you to know it's driving him crazy not being able to pick up the bass. He can't wait to get back to playing but knows it's in his best interest to wait and needs to let the numbness and swelling to dissipate.

Hope everyone is doing great and wish you all the best.

Jasun

P.S. Today is my beautiful wifes B-Day and I just want to say Happy B-Day Christina....Much Love.

spatch · March 18th, 2009, 03:03 PM

HI Jasun
Thanks for the update o good to hear Troy is making slow but steady progress. Please do not rush with this it is so important to get this right. I cannot imagine how frustrating this is for Troy and the band but getting this sorted will allow a proper tour in the future so best to think long term

Kenneth R. · March 18th, 2009, 05:20 PM

Yeah, what he said^

I know it's tough as hell not being able to play. I tore up my hands in a skating accident a few years ago and I couldn't even lift my guitar for two months.

RonKFish · March 19th, 2009, 07:59 AM

Jasun,
Echoing what's been said... I'm really glad to hear Troy is making progress. Healing can take time. I had to take an 8 month hiatus after damaging the tendons in my right arm (a car hit me while I was riding my bike) while I was in school. It was damn hard. Make sure he takes enough time to heal right and does the physical therapy to get the strength and dexterity back before he picks his bass up again.

stay metal my brothers
RonCK

Flavio CotM · March 19th, 2009, 07:13 PM

No news is good news too guys, but we need an update

russel · March 23rd, 2009, 08:12 AM

Jasun,
thanks for the update!

Troy keep your faith!!!

*rock on brother's*

Hawk · March 23rd, 2009, 08:39 AM

Thanks for the update Jasun.
My best wishes for you and Troy

General Zod · April 2nd, 2009, 12:40 PM

Good to know things are starting to look up. Stay positive.

Zod

spatch · April 27th, 2009, 09:14 AM

Hope Troy hand is still getting strong all the best

Maz · April 27th, 2009, 07:07 PM

I really should check this forum more. But anyway, I'm really glad to see that he's making progress.

Again, all the best to you Troy.

Kenneth R. · May 2nd, 2009, 04:09 PM

Happy May Day!

Cello · May 13th, 2009, 02:31 PM

Was going through all the bands that played progpower last year and when playing you guys' music, I realized I hadn't kept up to date with how things with Troy went! Though you had our well-wishes from just about everyone you guys partied with at the Castle, would've been nice of me if I had checked in here sooner than now.

That said, I'm glad that the surgery went well and I wish Troy good luck and a lot of strength in the recovery process. Like RonKFish said, make sure you do all your physical therapy and exercises properly before attempting anything, don't want you to end up in the same situation again or worse!

Take care and keep us up to date Jasun! I'll make sure to check here more often!

BalanceofPower · May 30th, 2009, 02:18 AM

Hey I haven't been on the ZH forum lately and just wanted to check up on Troy's recovery. I hope he's doing well.

I'm back to hitting his instructional DVD hardcore. I don't want to make light of the situation, but since Troy has some down time right now I figured I can try to catch up to his bass skills a little bit

General Zod · June 19th, 2009, 06:49 AM

Hey Jasun... any update you can share?

Zod

ZHJ&T · June 21st, 2009, 05:04 PM

Hey my bro Zod!!

First off I want to say to all the Fathers out there Happy Fathers Day. My DAD RULES and I wish him a great Sunday.

The udate as of now is Troy's playing 10 minutes on some days and 30 minutes on other days. This week has been a tough week for him as he goes back and fourth with his decisions. It's been 7 months and it's going to take him awhile to get strong. You never know what you get week to week.

I have been writing.......Basically it's when I have an idea that could be a good part for ZH I track it. I haven't put anything together full song wise as I will wait on the arrangment process with my bro when he's ready to go. I have been writing other material and I'm very happy with it.

I wish you all the very best and hope you're all doing great.

Jasun

RonKFish · June 22nd, 2009, 08:30 AM

Thanks for the update Jasun! We're all glad to hear that Troy is improving. All of our best both of you as he continues to recover.

\m/
RonCK

Cello · June 22nd, 2009, 01:02 PM

Good to hear he's able to play already

Small steps get you a long way in the end, Troy!

Can't wait to hear the new material, Jasun

Thanks for the update!

SharkBlack · June 22nd, 2009, 03:55 PM

Good to hear that Troy is improving! Take care guys!
Brett

Kenneth R. · June 22nd, 2009, 09:26 PM

Hey man, keep it up! Give my regards to Troy for being such a hard working guy

ZHJ&T · June 23rd, 2009, 12:11 AM

Thanks guys and Troy wants me to tell you YOU ALL RULE!!!

We have a lot of good friends and supporters here on the forum.

METAL!!

Jasun

mark b · June 23rd, 2009, 04:44 AM

Excellent news, take care guys!!

Mr. Bungle · July 4th, 2009, 09:33 AM

Really glad to hear he's doing better, thanks for the update Jasun \m/

Maz · July 22nd, 2009, 10:10 AM

That's great news to know he's getting there. Soon he'll be dominating the fret board with his mad skills. You rule Troy!

batmura · August 25th, 2009, 11:16 AM

Hey Jasun,

I've been spinning ZH all week. Just wanted to say I love you guys!

Any updates on Troy or new songs by the way?

Murat

spatch · August 30th, 2009, 03:01 PM

Hi Jasun
Hope all is well and that Troy hand is still improving
You guys still rule

March 18th, 2009, 02:36 PM	#26 (permalink)
ZHJ&T Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,085	Hey my bro Kenneth, Spatch and all our Metal brothers and sisters. It's been a slow process for Troy. He was able to make a fist 2 weeks ago and is starting to see a little strength in his arm. His outlook is to start picking up the Bass in July or Aug. depending on how everything is going around that time. He will slowly work his way back and this year is all about Troy healing. I don't want to write any ZH material until he feels strong enough to go out and play live so we can support the material written. Plus he's the other writer in ZH and just want him to do his thing when his brain is into it. So we're taking a break but when he's ready we'll jump into everything. Troy wants me to thank you all for the support and wants you to know it's driving him crazy not being able to pick up the bass. He can't wait to get back to playing but knows it's in his best interest to wait and needs to let the numbness and swelling to dissipate. Hope everyone is doing great and wish you all the best. Jasun P.S. Today is my beautiful wifes B-Day and I just want to say Happy B-Day Christina....Much Love. Last edited by ZHJ&T : June 21st, 2009 at 05:18 PM.

March 18th, 2009, 05:20 PM	#28 (permalink)
Kenneth R. Autumnstone Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hallways of Always Posts: 16,335	Yeah, what he said^ I know it's tough as hell not being able to play. I tore up my hands in a skating accident a few years ago and I couldn't even lift my guitar for two months. __________________ The greatest story leaves you before a door to the dark. felix, qui potuit rerum cognoscere causas.

March 19th, 2009, 07:59 AM	#29 (permalink)
RonKFish Bass Playin' Demon Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Alexandria or Austin? Posts: 165	Jasun, Echoing what's been said... I'm really glad to hear Troy is making progress. Healing can take time. I had to take an 8 month hiatus after damaging the tendons in my right arm (a car hit me while I was riding my bike) while I was in school. It was damn hard. Make sure he takes enough time to heal right and does the physical therapy to get the strength and dexterity back before he picks his bass up again. stay metal my brothers RonCK __________________ RonCK Division: Melodic Thrash that doesn't suck. On, Ultimate Metal and now on MySpace, too. New Album, Control Issues, official release 01/31/10! Tickets for HammerFall at Jaxx on 03/05/10 with no TicketBastard fees available from the Division page.

March 23rd, 2009, 08:12 AM	#31 (permalink)
russel Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Sweden, Örebro Posts: 803	Jasun, thanks for the update! Troy keep your faith!!! rock on brother's __________________ http://www.myspace.com/russel67 *Some of my band pics from 11:th edition of Progpower Europe 2009* *Some of my partypics from 11:th edition of Progpower Europe 2009*

April 2nd, 2009, 12:40 PM	#33 (permalink)
General Zod Ruler of Australia Join Date: May 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 10,826	Good to know things are starting to look up. Stay positive. Zod __________________ "I contend that we are both atheists. I just believe in one fewer gods than you do. When you understand why you dismiss all the other possible gods, you will understand why I dismiss yours.” Stephen F. Roberts

March 18th, 2009, 03:03 PM	#27 (permalink)
spatch Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: London Uk Posts: 340	HI Jasun Thanks for the update o good to hear Troy is making slow but steady progress. Please do not rush with this it is so important to get this right. I cannot imagine how frustrating this is for Troy and the band but getting this sorted will allow a proper tour in the future so best to think long term

March 19th, 2009, 07:13 PM	#30 (permalink)
Flavio CotM Senior Member Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 1,087	No news is good news too guys, but we need an update

March 23rd, 2009, 08:39 AM	#32 (permalink)
Hawk Metal Veteran Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Eindhoven; Rockcity! Posts: 6,046	Thanks for the update Jasun. My best wishes for you and Troy

April 27th, 2009, 09:14 AM	#34 (permalink)
spatch Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: London Uk Posts: 340	Hope Troy hand is still getting strong all the best

April 27th, 2009, 07:07 PM	#35 (permalink)
Maz Metalholic Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ireland Posts: 50	I really should check this forum more. But anyway, I'm really glad to see that he's making progress. Again, all the best to you Troy. __________________ www.myspace.com/mazman_ryanmarron

May 2nd, 2009, 04:09 PM	#36 (permalink)
Kenneth R. Autumnstone Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hallways of Always Posts: 16,335	Happy May Day! __________________ The greatest story leaves you before a door to the dark. felix, qui potuit rerum cognoscere causas.

May 13th, 2009, 02:31 PM	#37 (permalink)
Cello Pater Familias at PPEU Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bovenkarspel, Netherlands Posts: 823	Was going through all the bands that played progpower last year and when playing you guys' music, I realized I hadn't kept up to date with how things with Troy went! Though you had our well-wishes from just about everyone you guys partied with at the Castle, would've been nice of me if I had checked in here sooner than now. That said, I'm glad that the surgery went well and I wish Troy good luck and a lot of strength in the recovery process. Like RonKFish said, make sure you do all your physical therapy and exercises properly before attempting anything, don't want you to end up in the same situation again or worse! Take care and keep us up to date Jasun! I'll make sure to check here more often!

May 30th, 2009, 02:18 AM	#38 (permalink)
BalanceofPower My god,it's full of stars Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Palatine, IL Posts: 1,308	Hey I haven't been on the ZH forum lately and just wanted to check up on Troy's recovery. I hope he's doing well. I'm back to hitting his instructional DVD hardcore. I don't want to make light of the situation, but since Troy has some down time right now I figured I can try to catch up to his bass skills a little bit __________________ www.marchesemusic.com www.myspace.com/vitond www.twitter.com/vitorocks www.novembersdoom.com www.divinitycompromised.com www.sage4.com

June 19th, 2009, 06:49 AM	#39 (permalink)
General Zod Ruler of Australia Join Date: May 2001 Location: New Jersey Posts: 10,826	Hey Jasun... any update you can share? Zod __________________ "I contend that we are both atheists. I just believe in one fewer gods than you do. When you understand why you dismiss all the other possible gods, you will understand why I dismiss yours.” Stephen F. Roberts

June 21st, 2009, 05:04 PM	#40 (permalink)
ZHJ&T Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,085	Hey my bro Zod!! First off I want to say to all the Fathers out there Happy Fathers Day. My DAD RULES and I wish him a great Sunday. The udate as of now is Troy's playing 10 minutes on some days and 30 minutes on other days. This week has been a tough week for him as he goes back and fourth with his decisions. It's been 7 months and it's going to take him awhile to get strong. You never know what you get week to week. I have been writing.......Basically it's when I have an idea that could be a good part for ZH I track it. I haven't put anything together full song wise as I will wait on the arrangment process with my bro when he's ready to go. I have been writing other material and I'm very happy with it. I wish you all the very best and hope you're all doing great. Jasun

June 22nd, 2009, 08:30 AM	#41 (permalink)
RonKFish Bass Playin' Demon Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Alexandria or Austin? Posts: 165	Thanks for the update Jasun! We're all glad to hear that Troy is improving. All of our best both of you as he continues to recover. \m/ RonCK __________________ RonCK Division: Melodic Thrash that doesn't suck. On, Ultimate Metal and now on MySpace, too. New Album, Control Issues, official release 01/31/10! Tickets for HammerFall at Jaxx on 03/05/10 with no TicketBastard fees available from the Division page.

June 22nd, 2009, 01:02 PM	#42 (permalink)
Cello Pater Familias at PPEU Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Bovenkarspel, Netherlands Posts: 823	Good to hear he's able to play already Small steps get you a long way in the end, Troy! Can't wait to hear the new material, Jasun Thanks for the update!

June 22nd, 2009, 03:55 PM	#43 (permalink)
SharkBlack Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Jose, Ca Posts: 2,445	Good to hear that Troy is improving! Take care guys! Brett __________________ www.myspace.com/raiderblack Is he smiling? Or does he want to eat you?

June 22nd, 2009, 09:26 PM	#44 (permalink)
Kenneth R. Autumnstone Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Hallways of Always Posts: 16,335	Hey man, keep it up! Give my regards to Troy for being such a hard working guy __________________ The greatest story leaves you before a door to the dark. felix, qui potuit rerum cognoscere causas.

June 23rd, 2009, 12:11 AM	#45 (permalink)
ZHJ&T Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2002 Posts: 1,085	Thanks guys and Troy wants me to tell you YOU ALL RULE!!! We have a lot of good friends and supporters here on the forum. METAL!! Jasun

June 23rd, 2009, 04:44 AM	#46 (permalink)
mark b Prog 4 ever. Australia!!! Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Toowoomba, Australia. Posts: 2,544	Excellent news, take care guys!! __________________ MARCEL COENEN

July 4th, 2009, 09:33 AM	#47 (permalink)
Mr. Bungle at the gallows end Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 666	Really glad to hear he's doing better, thanks for the update Jasun \m/ __________________ Morbid Realm forum http://www.morbidrealm.com/index.php

July 22nd, 2009, 10:10 AM	#48 (permalink)
Maz Metalholic Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Ireland Posts: 50	That's great news to know he's getting there. Soon he'll be dominating the fret board with his mad skills. You rule Troy! __________________ www.myspace.com/mazman_ryanmarron

August 25th, 2009, 11:16 AM	#49 (permalink)
batmura Sea of Tranquility Join Date: Nov 2001 Posts: 2,581	Hey Jasun, I've been spinning ZH all week. Just wanted to say I love you guys! Any updates on Troy or new songs by the way? Murat __________________ Sea of Tranquility - The Web Destination for Progressive Music!

August 30th, 2009, 03:01 PM	#50 (permalink)
spatch Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: London Uk Posts: 340	Hi Jasun Hope all is well and that Troy hand is still improving You guys still rule