Benefit Concert For Shine Hayward On Nov. 11th
Shine’s House of Music has now closed its doors, however a benefit concert is planned for November 11th with one of the organisers saying they want to assist Mr Hayward “in making his creditors whole.”
One of Bermuda’s most well known musicians, Mr Hayward fell some $50,000 behind on the rent at his Reid Street location.
Despite a massive outpouring of support which saw around $14,000 donated following a drive on the Magic 102 radio station, the jazz club was unable to meet its obligations and closed its doors this past Friday.
Carol Lynn Smith said, “Dexter Flood and I are compelled to help well-known musician Wendell “Shine” Hayward. Shine is in serious financial difficulty, owing over fifty thousand dollars [$50,000], to his landlord and creditors for his “Shine’s House of Music Entertainment Club.
“As passionate and long time live music lovers, Dexter and I, are planning a benefit concert on November 11th at Somerset Cricket Club. We want to assist Shine in making his creditors whole. This cannot happen without your help.
“Seeing the article, I called the “Sherry J (talk) Show” on Magic 102.7, informing the public of our plans. I believed this would not only prompt assistance for Shine, but it would also let him know that Bermudians are mindful of him.
“For decades, through his music genius, as a music student mentor, and an entertainer, Shine has dedicated his life to Bermuda, and has delighted thousands. During the show, I appealed to musicians, vocalists, and music lovers, island wide, to join us in a fundraising effort.
“Amazingly, that conversation prompted an immediate response with over $14,000 dollars being donated! The response, along with the stories of how Shine had impacted Bermudians, impressed Dexter and I to have as all-inclusive an event as possible.
“We believe, every Bermudian should have opportunity to participate. We know of Shine’s problems result from his decisions, but we also believe, as ‘our brother’s keeper’, we must assist him in restoring those who trusted him. Dexter and I are committed to this, but we need you.
Mr Hayward performing at the Premier’s Tree Lighting Ceremony in 2011:
“We are appealing to every Bermudian to join us. Whether you are a musician, music lover, or one who has experienced Shine’s gift. Considering Shine’s impact, many genres should be represented that day. We anticipate bands, musicians, those who have played with or been taught by Shine, to be there. Over the years, Shine has thrilled audiences at weddings, funerals, in churches, at concerts, schools, benefits, or during ‘Jam Sessions’, Island wide.
“We would like church choirs, school choirs, vocalists and musicians of every genus, to donate their time from 1pm until 4pm on November 11th. In addition, indicative of the Bermudian spirit, other venues are opening up and events are being considered.
“We would greatly appreciate any donation, including instruments, sound equipment, tenting, event staff [i.e. stage hands, set-up and breakdown crews, etc.] or otherwise. Any “Yes”, from you, would be most appreciated. You can reach Dexter at 292-5606 or 334-7380, or myself at 236-9318. Together we will help Shine.”
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Fell behind on his rent?? Sounds like he stiffed his landlord for nearly a year, in addition to what other untold creditors there may be.
GREED:
Why does the landlord have to charge so much money for the rent? Exorbitant rents are killing existing and start-up businesses.
Look at St. George’s, many landlords would rather have empty places rather than acccept lower rents. Landlords cannot expect the rents from the good old days…
“Why does the landlord have to charge so much money for the rent?”
Easy. Because he owns the building and that’s how much the rent is.
Shine agreed to pay it going in.
You don’t get to tell someone how much to charge.
(And $5,300 for that much space is NOT exorbitant by any definition. Come on.)
Hey, Word for the day.
Why doesn’t the BIU use its great financial wealth, collected from the workers, to buy a building and then rent it to Mr Hayward for some smaller amount of money? Show us all how it’s done.
If the rent is “exhorbitant”, then surely the BIU could do very well renting out property for something much less.
Of course, nobody held a gun to Shine’s head to make him sign the lease. Shine could always have borrowed some money, set up a mortgage, and bought a building himself. Of course, that would have involved him taking a huge financial risk. Kind of like the risk taken by the building owner when he rented it to Shine. But you think that’s easy, right?
What the hell does the BIU have to do with dummy ?!!
It’s a good idea. Why is she a dummy? Wouldn’t this be a good way for the biu to invest its wealth, and show everyone how to be a low-rent landlord?
You’re just as dumb, why doesnt your precious OBA bail him out and show us how much they are in support of the average bermubian ?!!
You’re calling people dummies and on another article say we have no pride for our country yet you’re the one who’s just spelled Bermudian wrong, twice, and left the capitol letter off the front which is meant to be a sign of respect to a name. Try not bein a hateful POS, you might feel better.
Lmao, and you are a POS !!!!!!
Robert, you really are not very smart are you. Some well-thought-out questions get asked and your response is “you’re dumb” and “you’re a POS”.
What are you, about twelve years old? Or just a bitter old guy who’s not very well educated?
The back and forth drains me sometimes, dont just feel like thumbing your nose at some of the people on the blog? I just cant take it that serious, sorry !…… by the way im pretty darn smart thank you very much !
But i still do not see how this in anyway involves the BIU
That was so clever from someone who claims to be pretty darn smart. You would never hear those words from my mouth because I feel it inhibits personal growth, I’d rather label myself dumb and continue to strive to be better than to believe I’m already there. I guess since I’m unemployed and rather than looking for a job I volunteer my free time to better my island I must be a POS…what do you do….other than hate which is evident from every last comment you post? I would be more than willing to contribute my services to this cause but I’m not a musician. Thanks for yours, you have a wonderful hate filled evening Bert.
Why wouldn’t the BIU buy and rent put a building to help an average Bermudian? It can’t be because it’s a crappy deal renting to this guy, could it?
Any landlord who is not willing to adjust their rental rates to match current market conditions is foolish. Maybe the 5300 is the market rate, who knows, but landlords cannot be blamed for their pricing decision. Shine willingly entered into the agreement, and could not meet the terms…it’s as simple as that. Mr Rego didn’t force Shine into anything. Shine is a good man, but this isn’t personal, it’s business.
Nice
lets Support Shines As Much as Possible,,lets get Live Music Back,
I just can’t agree with this. There are people in the community struggling to make ends meet and funds are being raised for someone that made bad business decisions. Why is noone asking why did he let it go so far into arrears? We need to stop being enablers. Sometimes you help by not helping.
are you helping? if you are good. if you aint then stay out of it
You don’t have to agree with this.
Those of us that know and love Shine, appreciate what he’s done for Bermuda and want to help him out will do it without you.
I so agree with you on this one.
I know that Mr. Hayward has done a lot for the music community here in Bermuda but why should we give money to someone that allowed themselves to go that far into debt.
Why not have a benefit concert or a donation drive for that couple that lost their house to the explosion last week. I would and will be more willing to give money to them than Mr. Hayward. If anyone knows how to do this please let me know.
If you don’t want to, no one is forcing you to.
If you’d rather give money to someone else, then no one is stopping you.
Wagging your finger at folks that DO want to donate is helping… how?
I have to agree with you there Mike Hind.
Good point. Some people never give to any cause then criticize when others donate to a cause of their choosing. Like you stated no one is stopping them from contributing to another cause but rest assured they won’t.
@sanitymakesacomeback… I do donate to a few charities based here in Bermuda. And everyone is entitled to express how they feel. If my comment offends or touches a nerve with some, so be it.
I agree with you. This event is not a charity. It’s giving money to a musician who isn’t a very good businessman. Quite honestly, I have nothing against Mr Hayward, but I don’t really see the point. The business has closed.
Plain and simple, it’s nothing more than helping out someone who needs it.
There’s not much more to it.
Damn i hate agreeing with you hind, but you are right. Lol
Mr. Hind you are entitled to your own opinion as am I.
You’re absolutely right. Not sure why you said that. I’d never say you weren’t…
I think their insurance will cover them but you have a valid point. It comes down to priorities; something a lot of Bermudians never seem to do well at.
Charities trying to feed people who have fallen on hard times are crying for more donations of food to help out with their rapidly growing list of clients. These are not just the homeless “bums” you see around town, but genuine, honest hard working people who have fallen on hard times that are trying their best to feed their kids. These are the basics – food for dinner. Not steak and lobster; beans and rice and maybe a few frozen veg.
On the other hand we have an individual who by all accounts is a really nice guy and has done a lot for Bermuda, started a business, got in over his head and stiffed his landlord, his suppliers and his staff. He now owes a lot of people, lots of money.
You are free to donate your money wherever you think it will do the most good. Make your decision wisely.
Donate To the people who lost there house in the explosion. Oh PLease. Those are multi million dollar condos that they were living in. Now if they can afford to pay the extravagant rent then they can afford to cover there own assets. More then Likely they probably werent even locals.
Those people can afford to stay at South P until they can find accommodations. But yet they need donations. I think not. I can probably guarnatee they havent invested or given anything back to the community.
SO yes please donate to someone who at least tries to give back to the community.
Uh for one they didn’t lose their house, two they live in Ariel Sands, they’re going to be ok. I see where you are coming from but bad example. Mr. Haywards passion is not one that makes millions and is unfortunately dying out because people would rather listen to crap like gucci man and miley cyrus instead of admiring true talent. Mr. Hayward is a musician not a business man and yet the Ariel Sands explosion could have come down to the human stupidity of leaving a stove burner on but you say you would rather give your money to them than something that should kept alive. You also have to realize Rego allowed him to go that far into debt too. Can you blame the man for holding on to hope wishing for a better day? Sometimes that’s all we have.
I’m in debt too!!! Please make donations directly to BCA on my behalf!
Thanking you in advance
Mr. and Mrs. 14 years of HELL
Awesome! You’ve helped Bermuda as much as Shine has… how?
Paid my share of taxes and supported the local economy. Is that good enough? The only wrong I did is vote for the get rich quick team. Is that good enough?
So… no, then? You haven’t helped as much as Shine has?
Through the things you’ve done, as a musician and as a person, there isn’t a group of people that care enough about you to try to help you out of a financial bind?
Then, no. It’s not good enough.
I think that this is a great idea.. Shine deserves it. I think that every small local business should do something to help a man who has done so much for Bermuda. Just think how great it would be if there where multiple events sponsered Island wide to keep live music going in Bermuda for locals and tourist alike.
If the local entertainers were to produce their own genuine music I would support them. Some are pretty good at it. But I don’t want to go out and listen to someone elses music that they play on the radio that belongs to someone else… Is there any entertainers on the local scene that can play their own music at an all night jam in Bermuda?
Sadly, that’s simply not feasible, financially.
First off, there are very few artists ANYWHERE that can do three plus hours of original music that will keep a crowd interested. An all-night jam of original music? Almost impossible.
Secondly, Bermuda’s audiences, on the whole – and I’m talking about people that go out and support regularly, not folks that go out a few times a year – want to hear familiar music. They want to hear the music they hear on the radio and tv.
This leads to the thirdly… without the experience gained from playing covers – and thus in front of a crowd – learning how to entertain, how to interact, how to read a crowd, you won’t be able to keep a crowd for a full gig, let alone an all-night jam. There are a tonne of musicians and songwriters that are AMAZING, but have absolutely no idea how to perform and keep a crowd interested.
It IS possible to do what you’re talking about (on a smaller scale i.e. playing solely original music), and there are those out there that are on their way to doing it, but it is a long road with very little money coming back for a very long time, making it impractical for the average person to do.
But folks ARE producing their own music and a lot of it is really good. When you think about the amount of – and quality of – music and entertainment being created in a tiny community of 60K or so, it’s mindboggling!
That’s good to hear…and as with any charitable event if you wish to contribute do so and if you don’t wish to do so don’t……it’s that simple………
I’ll go one step further and say lets start an account at one of the banks to help Bermuda as a whole and not just individuals. This account can then be drawn down from people who have issues paing rent and the like. A bit like the haves that want to contibute to the have nots that can’t pay their bills. Wouldn’t that be nice? Have a non-paid committee that will alot the payments to individuals who they think are in need. No favoritism just LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!
Thats why we pay the government taxes. It’s to help those in need. If anyone wants to issue out extra donations out their pockets would be a plus… I see a lot of people saying they’re going through hard time but still have cable, cellphone, computers & internet, taking trips, purchasing takeout, cigarettes, expensive drugs etc, etc…
“We are appealing to every Bermudian to join us”
“Every Bermudian should have opportunity to participate”
These statements whether subconscious or intentional, exclude residents that are not Bermudian yet are part of the rich tapestry here.
Reading you loud and clear.
No. It doesn’t.
Sure, it makes an assumption that the folks that would and could help are Bermudian, but it’s not exclusionary, other than in your perception of it… and no one is responsible for that except for you.
Actually the quotes in italics ARE exclusionary Mike. As they stand they do not include residents of the Island, they just appeal to Bermudians.
yes I am responsible for perceiving it as it is written.
“whether subconscious…” pretty much means that any exclusion is all on your side and according to your perception.
If intentional, then you have a point, but, seeing as this is for charity, I’m pretty sure (but, as always, stand to be corrected) they’re not saying “Non-Bermudians aren’t allowed”.
sooner feed someone in need!
Then you’re welcome to do that. No one is forcing you to do anything.
You’d have to ask the organizers.
My guess would be: They saw a need and are reaching out to help.
Are the other musicians you’re talking about in need? If so, why not start something to help out yourself, since you’re so concerned.
@Mike, is there a need to answer every single comment? Let people state their opinion without the running commentary.
Since you obviously care so much, I hope you’re the first one up on stage with your little ukulele.
Silly man.
Why do you care? If you don’t like my posts, ignore them.
And I DO care and will be volunteering with my “little ukulele”.
Will you be there?
Hind you remind me of my kid…..you try way too hard getting your point across to convince me you didn’t take the cookies without asking
If you can’t attack what the person says, attack the person.
Don’t feed the troll.
So says Bermuda’s biggest troll.
You’re giving him a good run for that title.
Care to explain? How am I trolling?
Or is this another drive-by ad hominem?
As I thought. No response.
I am not saying Shine isn’t a very lovely man, because I’m sure he is. However, he undertook a business venture during a very tough time without a business plan or plan B.
I cannot in good conscience make a donation. I may or may not support a so called “benefit” concert. That depends on what Shine is going to do with the funds. I hope he will prioritize and pay his creditors and staff their unpaid wages. Without all of the facts (such as did he squander money before paying his bills) I’m not certain.
Mike Hind, you claim you care, but I question your motives. It’s like you’re trying too hard to convince people. Are you a creditor too?
Hind:
If you couldn’t tell, my comment was edited by Bernews for content. I am constantly trying to assist local musicians – - but there are things that have happened in the past which should not be forgotten in this instance.
I will not give a pass on this one – - sorry – I know too much to do so.
Q
I’m not sure if it’s because of the editing or what, but you’re being very vague and I’m not sure why. I’m not sure what you’re trying to say or what you are alluding to.
If you could be clearer, we can have a conversation…
Please!!!! do what VJ asks.
Good Day Mr Hind n other posters, Thank you for the support. I hope that my post explains my heart and intentions … and that it is satisfactory for the nay sayers. I am only trying to help someone out. Stay tuned.. I am working on something else for the Bda Music Union! I believe that is who the person (BIU) was thinking of. The Musicians Union.. IDK I cant please everyone, but I try to help some.
I agree with @ truth is killing me. Thats a great idea and your statement makes alot more sense on where the monies raised should go. Maybe you could give that idea to Sherry J and lets see how many support and are in favor, cause I am!!
Love you SHINE!
Mike, is there a need to answer every single comment? Let people state their opinion without the running commentary.
Since you obviously care so much, I hope you’re the first one up on stage with your little ukulele.
Silly man.
Was thinking the same thing. Kind of scary the way this guy is defending Shine. At first he was making sense but then went way overboard.
How did I go overboard? Is there a rule for how many posts we can respond to?
Shine is a friend of mine and, as such and as a Bermudian, when I see people saying ridiculous things – as though they should get a say in where people donate their money – I feel like I should speak up.
I feel strongly about this topic, so I’m posting.
How about talking about WHAT I’m saying and not HOW or how often I’m saying it?
Come on Mike you know the rules, sit idly by in silence, speaking passionately on issues is for those foil hat people.
Exactly! How DARE I give a crap about something! How DARE I post more often than “VJ” and “sanitymakesacomeback” like?
with cookie crumbs around yur pant pockets and chocholate chip smeared across yur gapper.
I have known Shine for many, many years. He’s a really good musician, but obviously not a good business man.
It has been clear for more than a year that the business was failing and instead of folding it, he chose to bury himself deeper in debt.
If he has received donations from third parties, then I hope the first to be paid are the staff to which he owes unpaid salaries.
Truthfully, if I were in Shine’s predicament (which is MOST unlikely) I’m not sure if I could, in good faith, accept people’s hard earned money to bail me out of a self-imposed situation.
We should give to those who are struggling as a result of 14 yrs of PLP rule.
Mr.Hayward gets $13,000 from donations for a bad business decision on his part.All those suffering in business should call for donations from the BIU and the former ministers of the PLP.They certainly do not seem to be suffering with their huge pensions and the best healthcare plans,supplied and paid for by us!
Has Mr.Shine paid his portion of payroll tax and social insurance for his staff?
Ok so let me say this Mr. Hayward is a very nice man and I am sorry he finds himself in this situation, but I do have to ask a question how did he fall so far behind? As someone who has been invited to the event I do have a right to ask that much.
I am not saying people cannot give to help him out but that question keeps coming up in coversations all over Bermuda today.
thank god I can ‘enjoy’ reading Hinds s**** without the damn ukulele playing in the background
Do you have NOTHING to add?
Just from observing the situation, Mr.Hayward a talented musician was trying to bring life back to the local music scene. HOWEVER, Mr.Hayward the business man made poor decisions allowing his rent to get so far in arrears and run up extensive debt with vendors and then to tie up court time that could have been used for a more useful purpose. The nail in the coffin is that Mr. Hayward and his supporters are looking for the public to bail him out in such economic times where everyone is feeling the pinch.
SO every single parent home that is struggling should go on the radio and cry for help and put on a benefit concert to get help and see who supports them, because those are the people we should be supporting, not poor business decisions that have put you in debt.
Thank you yay sayers! Sorry you feel that way nay sayers. I am Carol Smith the person who felt it was a need to help! No matter what my reasons as to why I chose to help Shine this time around. As this is not the first time I’ve helped people in need. If you read the story it states I have been a live music lover for years. Live music is slowly but surely losing ground in Bermuda. A prime example I was out in a gown recently for a function, low and behold once that function was over there wasn’t a mature club for me to attend. So I suffered the remainder of the night at a Front Street Club. Hardly my style. Hosting this concert is for two reasons to assist with a financial need,by helping a senior who has contributed to Bda on so many levels who fell upon hard times…. Yes through bad business decisions that he made on his own. However lets not forget how many times he would play for weddings, funerals, taught kids, family reunions for FREE… Everyone forgets that? Shine is an ambassador for Bda. Yes I feel for the mother’s who can not feed their kids, the rich family that lost their roof,and other causes. I have been affiliated with many committees who have helped people for most of my life. From assistant president foster parenting, to PTA president,BIU chief shop steward and delegate, feeding the homeless and providing clothes for them on my own accord no organization backing or assistance. FROM MY KITCHEN! Just to name a few. Up to today people still bring clothes and blankets to my house so I can give them to needy people. I have paid for out of my pocket for supplies that needy people may need on numerous occasions. But one can only do one major project at a time. I felt that live music can be show cased for this cause to show hotel management , Restaurant owners, politicians, tourists whats left of them, locals and NON Bermudians alike to BE A PART OF to hear and enjoy the event. Folks who have functions and can hire live bands this is an avenue to show case that live music is available, live and kicking! From the current senior/popular musicians who are commonly known, to the up and coming musicians and singers who will take their place. We have a lot of talent on this Island and it is not common knowledge to the average person because there is no place to go to hear them. Most middle aged folks are subjected to work and home, no unwind, dancing, socialable evening out with their own peers because the young people have ruined all of the venues. Hence we are prisoners in our own homes. This way hosting this concert (I’m not gaining one red cent by the way) can also show the above whats available to their establishments entertainment wise. Live music is starved in Bda. I’m not sorry that I feel Shine is a good man who is respected in the community and has done a lot for the music industry, matter a fact all musicians ! I see it only fitting to host a concert on his behalf to assist him and his bad business decisions. The milk has been spilled, we cant do anything about it but help. If you chose to help this cause we appreciate it. If you do not we still love you. You may wish to help another cause I will do down the road. Im not stopping here. Despite the nay sayers. Moving forward I trust that Bda comes out to support this cause and hear the performance, see the performers and enjoy the show and holiday. Peace Bda. We are our brothers keepers. TJ and Hinds and supporters thank you for seeing my vision for this cause.
Sorry. Thank you Bernews for highlighting our event. I’d like to take this opportunity to thank God for inspiring me, by giving me health and strength to continue to help others. Thank you to Sherry J and 102.7 for assisting us with this venture. Somerset Cricket Club, John Lee Sound, DJ Jason “the General” Sukdeo, Everard Davis, the media, ALL OF THE VOLUNTEERS!!!!!!!!!!!! With out you their would be no show!! Thank You!
Hope to see Bda at the concert!