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Mike Layton killed in motorcycle accident

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I read the terrible news about Mike Layton being killed in a motorcycle accident last night.

https://www.drumforum.org/threads/horrible-news-our-own-mike-layton-has-passed-on.200579/

Very sad. Never met the man but by all accounts a heck of a nice guy.

Posted on 2 years ago
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From thin shell

I read the terrible news about Mike Layton being killed in a motorcycle accident last night.https://www.drumforum.org/threads/horrible-news-our-own-mike-layton-has-passed-on.200579/Very sad. Never met the man but by all accounts a heck of a nice guy.

Hi thin shell. Looks like we posted about the same time and with the DFO link. Just incredibly tragic news.

-Mark

Posted on 2 years ago
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I just read a post regarding Mike on another forum. Horrific news! Although I never had the pleasure of meeting him, I was fortunate enough to correspond with him numerous times through the years on this forum. He was a very friendly, knowledgeable, helpful guy who I found to be a joy to deal with. My condolences to his family and all his friends. Rest In Peace, Mike! You’re going to be deeply missed.

Posted on 2 years ago
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Condolences,love, prayers, thoughts to his family, freinds&fans,

R.I.P.

Posted on 2 years ago
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I heard the news last night, I feel for his family. Super nice guy, I did get to meet him this year, glad I decided to make the last minute trip to the drum show.


Thank you!
Jeff C

"Enjoy every sandwich" Warren Zevon
Posted on 2 years ago
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Very sorry to hear this. I’ve bought from Mike before but never met him. Seemed like a great guy.

Jeff

1960s Ralston (Star) set in Red Agate Pearl 12/12/16/20
1961 Ludwig Cocktail Lounge drum 24 x 16 in blue sparkle
1966 Ludwig Hollywoods in Sky Blue Pearl 12/13/16/22
1971 Ludwig Super Classics in Blue Sparkle 13/16/22
1976 Ludwig Vistalites in Blue 13/14/16/22
70s/80s Ludwig orphans in Black Cortex "Bonham" style 14/16/18/20/26 (B/O Badges)

Many snares
Posted on 2 years ago
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Mike and I communicated several times on drum forums. We had different drum brand preferences. But we both appreciated the other guy's love of vintage American-made drums. From all accounts of people who knew Mike in person he was a hell of a good guy. I offer my condolences to his family.

No matter how far you push the envelope, it is still stationery.
Posted on 2 years ago
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So sad, A nicer guy you could not find

He will be sorely missed

Prayers to his family and deepest condolences,

Gary

April 2nd 1969 scarfed pink champagne holly wood and 65/66 downbeat snare, and , supra same year very minty kit old pies
66/67 downbeat with canister
Super 400 small round knob
1967 super classic obp





once the brass ceases to glitter, and the drum looses its luster, and the stage remains dark, all you have left is the timbre of family.
Posted on 2 years ago
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Horrible news! Simply tragic!

Brian

Just a drummer who loves all things about vintage drums! Nothing more, nothing less.
Posted on 2 years ago
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I had some interaction with Mike on DFO years ago and he seemed like a good guy. This is very tragic news, for sure. My condolences to his family and friends.

I like looking at motorcycles, but I'd never get on one again. One wrong move, and it's injury or worse.

'23 DW Collector's, Black Galaxy: 13/16/18/22/14 sn.
'01 DW Collector's, Oyster White: 8/10/12/14/16/22.
'24 DW Performance, Gold Sparkle, 12/14/20.
'59-ish Slingerland Pink Sparkle, 13/16/22.

'72 Slingerland Red Tiger Pearl: 13/16/16/22.

'70ish Slingerland Merlot Sparkle rewrap: 13/16/24.

'70-ish Slingerland Green Oyster rewrap: 13/18/24.

'69 Rogers Holiday, Red Onyx: 13/16/24
'67 Ludwig Burgundy Sparkle: 12/13/16/22.
'70-ish Ludwig Std, Burgundy Oyster: 13/16/22.
'69-ish MIJ Drum Mate: Peacock Pearl: 13/16/22.
'67-ish MIJ Crown, Red Sparkle, 12/13/16/22.

'67-ish,. MIJ Drum Mate, Blue Oyster, 12/13/16/22.

 

 

Posted on 2 years ago
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