I have often enjoyed listening to, and sharing with others, Rob’s music aboard my yacht as I have sailed around the world. It has been my pleasure to play his tunes in countless countries. This evening, listening to one of his albums in the Canary Islands, in anticipation of sailing home to the Virgin Islands, I started googling to find out how his career had progressed…
I cannot convey my grief and sadness upon discovery of his passing. I had enjoyed many occasions attending Rob’s concerts in the VI, and would sometimes sail between St. Thomas, St. John, and St. Croix for the opportunity. Rob built up a strong following of fans throughout the islands and wherever Rob played the venues would be packed full to capacity with one and all having a wonderful time. Many fans would sing along, having already learned the words to Rob’s songs. When Rob left the islands to go on tour with Hard Rock Cafe, everyone was so excited for him, but also sad that we would have to await his return..
Rob was at home in the Virgin Islands with lots of friends and followers. Anyone that may have known him stateside should have seem him down in the islands, where he truly was much more than a “king for a day”. Sail on, Rob..
Warmest thoughtful memories and appreciation,
Glen Hurd, Master/Owner s/y Sundance.
