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<div>We are reaching out to the music community, friends, family, and kind-hearted people everywhere to support a beloved member of the rock and roll family: <strong>Thomas Nordegg, the legendary guitar tech</strong>. His musical journey started in Vienna, 1964, when the Beatles took over the planet. Thomas of course wanted to play in a band and saw a great local one in a club. He heard their phenom Gypsy guitar player, <strong>Charly Ratzer</strong>, who was a star in Austria. Thomas, intimidated by Charly’s talent, decided, “There’s no need for me to play guitar because he’s so good.” And so Thomas became his manager and tech. <strong>They went to New York in ’72 and his musical adventures began…..</strong>
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<div>For <strong>five decades, Thomas</strong> has been the unsung hero behind the scenes, both as a guitar tech and in production for some of the world's greatest musicians—including:
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<li><strong>Frank Zappa (7 years)</strong>
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<li><strong>Steve Vai (24 Years)</strong>
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<li><strong>Missing Persons</strong>
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<li><strong>Adrian Belew</strong>
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<li><strong>Dweezil Zappa (6 years)</strong>
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<li><strong>Mike Keneally</strong>
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<li><strong>Steve Lukather</strong>
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<li><strong>Tears For Fears</strong>
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<li><strong>Dream Theater</strong>
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<li><strong>Eric Johnson</strong>
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<li><strong>John Petrucci</strong>
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<li><strong>Warren Cuccurullo</strong>
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<li><strong>Zach Tabori</strong>
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<li><strong>Peter Wolf (Austrian keyboard player, composer, producer)</strong>
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<li><strong>Social Distortion</strong>
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<li><strong>Toto World Tour ‘93</strong>
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<li><strong>Duran Duran (10 years)</strong>
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<li><strong>Pretenders</strong>
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<li><strong>Jimmy Page Knebworth ‘93</strong>
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<li><strong>Joe Satriani (4 G3 Tours)</strong>
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<li><strong>Yngwie Malmsteen</strong>
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<li><strong>Lifehouse</strong>
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<li><strong>Aristocrats</strong>
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<li><strong>Lindsey Buckingham Band</strong>
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<li><strong>Lou Gramm 2003</strong>
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<li><strong>Peter Frampton Album</strong>
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<li><strong>Rudy Sarzo</strong>
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<li><strong>Tosin Abasi</strong>
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<li><strong>David Lee Roth</strong>
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<li><strong>Adrian Smith</strong>
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<li><strong>Richie Kotzen</strong>
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<li><strong>Talking Heads</strong>
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<li><strong>Tony Levin</strong>
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<li><strong>and many, many, others. </strong>
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<div>He's not just a tech; he's a mentor, a master craftsman, innovator, and a <strong>truly good friend to many.</strong> If you have been to a show for any of the above-mentioned artists and wondered why the guitars sounded so amazing, it was Thomas' wizardry.
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<div><strong>What Happened?</strong>
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<div><strong>Tragically, Thomas was recently involved in a severe accident. While riding his beloved scooter, he was struck by a car at the intersection of Laurel Canyon Blvd and Ventura Blvd near Los Angeles. His scooter, which he just had tuned up and was running better than over, was totalled.</strong>
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<div><strong>The impact left him with serious injuries, requiring extensive medical attention, and a long road to recovery.</strong>
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<div>Why he needs your <strong>Help</strong>
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<div>While <strong>Thomas</strong> has always been the one to fix the impossible, this time, <strong>he needs us to help fix his situation.</strong>
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<div>The costs associated with his accident are piling up.
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<div><strong>He is unable to work for the foreseeable future</strong>. As a self-employed tech, this means a complete loss of income while facing these expenses.
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<div>His goal is also to return back to his homeland of <strong>Vienna, Austria. That is where he first heard The Beatles and began his journey into the world of music.</strong> The funds would also help with his moving expenses.
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<div><strong>We want Thomas to focus 100% of his energy on healing and getting back on his feet—and eventually, back making guitars sing. </strong>We don't want the crushing weight of financial stress to hinder his recovery.
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<div><strong>Our Goal:</strong>
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<div>We are setting a fundraising goal to cover any; medical bills, transportation costs, moving and living expenses.
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<div>How You Can Help
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<div>Every donation, no matter how small, will make a direct and massive difference in Thomas's life.
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<div>Donate: Click the donation button and contribute whatever you can.
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<div>Share: Please share this campaign across all your social media platforms, especially in music-related groups and communities. Use the hashtag #HelpThomasNordegg.
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<div>Send a Message: Leave a message of support and encouragement for Thomas in the comments section.
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<div><strong>Let's show Thomas the same dedication and care he has shown to countless musicians and fans</strong> throughout his amazing career. Let's get our guitar hero back to health!
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<div><strong>Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your generosity and support.</strong>
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<div>My name is Frank Osgood. I have been a friend of Thomas' for many years. He has worked on mine and other friends instruments as well. He was introduced to me by none other than <strong>Neil Zlozower</strong>. He is the best as you already know. 100% of the money will go to Thomas for; medical, transportation, living, and other expenses caused by someone crashing into him, since he cannot work. They will also help cover moving expenses to go back to Vienna, Austria.
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