Avett's bassist on daughter's cancer

Avett Brothers bassist Bob Crawford discusses his daughter's battle with brain cancer and how it brought the band closer.
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[@vasocreta]

The humility and sincerity of these guys astounds me.

[@InspirationWorks67]

I'm right there with you, Matthew. These guys are the salt of the earth. They are authentic, genuine, generous spirits & I feel so incredibly blessed to experience their music. They are truly peerless. I wish them abundant blessings & only the best for all their days.

[@jvsj74]

God bless your family, praying for you.

[@pattidiane]

Bob, you and your wife have my prayers for your little girl. God bless.

[@Oenophilosopher]

pain cannot conceal the beauty that is intrinsic to life, flowers will grow from ash, sadness will form bonds and music and friendship will heal. i am thankful beyond measure that that these incredible men (and Joe!) share their talents and their transparency of innermost feelings in such true and meaningful ways. all blessings to your family bob, thank you for making the world a better place.

[@ggirlky]

these guys are so special for so many reasons

[@KellyOKellyComedy]

Very nicely put. I'm glad she's doing well.

[@terilefevers9673]

Praying for you all. God Bless.

[@jylmama]

Just when I think loving them more would be impossible...there's this. All my love to them and their families. They bless us always.

[@stevenc40]

bob is the man

[@benjaminscoggin4133]

you ain't lying

[@The007BLUESMAN]

God bless ya'll

[@brandongoss2066]

God Bless

[@NojoJams]

We spent the night at Saint Joseph.

[@BoggsofHazard]

Bob should speak more often. Lots can be learned from him. He's so honest and gracious. My thoughts continue to be with him and his family. Glad things are looking up for Hallie!

[@bigdmac33]

As a parent that lost his baby son I think that I can appreciate what you and your wife went through, Bob. It is humbling to hear those words about your daughter coming through. God bless you all.

[@mscelebrity14]

They have a humbleness about themselves that I love.... Their spirit is so genuwine

[@RockSchoolJim]

So humble and well spoken...

[@andrewbrien9331]

Saw you guys a few years back at the Newport Folk Festival with my family. We wished you kept playing and we would have stayed instead of moving on to Jimmy Buffet. You touched our souls then, and have at each performance we have been privileged to see since. I Listen to your songs to soothe my soul regularly and make me think about life. This shared experience cements it. God Bless and love you guys!

[@MeganZopf]

My prayers are with you, your wife and your daughter. I have been in your shoes before with my son and it is a gift you have the support and friendship (real friends) that you have. Keep looking up!

[@fuckmitchhanes]

I don't think anyone can imagine the pain that comes with outliving your child. Even those who've been through it can hardly describe it. I hope everything works for the best. Love is infinite and undying, and regardless of where the two of you are, you'll surely be together.

[@suzyqb1975]

My heart aches for what u went through,I am hapoy to hear she is doing well..My son had a prolonged grand mal seizure 5yrs ago,it has been a jourbney of sorrow,l,but also of growth and most of love...music being a big part of it....I love how genuine,soulful,and beautiful u all are ..I could play and listen to your music for hours...I hope to see you live one day...Much love and blessings to u all !,l

[@yellowpenguin123]

They are some of the most down to earth and genuine men I have ever seen.. they've helped me through so many bad times and I am so thankful for them and their music.

[@chordjack]

I and love and you. My best thoughts for you and your family. And it's good to know, that there's still brotherhood in this weird world.

[@jdfireworks1969jd]

God Bless Bob Crawford. God Bless his daughter Halley. And God Bless The Avett Brothers. Their music has meant a lot in my life.

[@jenspates]

So glad she's doing well. These guys are just good...in every way. On a side note: The band must have connections to an amazing cosmetic dentist cause all four of them have AMAZING grills. Anyone else notice this? Seriously, the most beautiful teeth I've ever seen (especially Scott & Seth!)

[@aspen10rocks]

Praying for you and your baby girl! May God bless you all ❤️

[@Lucasmccomb32]

Anytime you feel like you are going through hard times, think of stories like this and know that somewhere, someplace there is someone who is going through something just a little bit harder than you or anyone could possibly imagine.

[@shannonhayes5015]

Beautiful and humbling

[@Cmarier2]

First off, Bob many prayers continue in the name of Hallie and your Family!! I'm so happy she's getting better!!!

[@The007BLUESMAN]

Im always prayin for you guys n ur familys !!! Just love you all !!!

[@Bunny_Gee]

We love you all. We are praying with you always.

[@Cmarier2]

Second.. You all are true GEMs!!

[@mwmulv]

Lov eyou Bob, and the rest of you guys. You guys opened my heart up.

[@jameswswann]

She had a seven year remission. The cancer returned in 2020 and she had to have surgery. As of 2023 she is still with us. God bless. Also donate to Bob's charity work by googling his name and the word daughter. X

[@hamiltonhochs]

love you bobby.

[@greglabauve2961]

Praise God.

[@clifftanner6289]

We love you Bob

[@janet4735]

prayers

[@megarnerich2632]

💔❤️

[@mtbski3]

Makes me wonder what my parents had to say when I was an infant.

[@douglasmcconnell8116]

Touching story , glad she is doing Great now..

[@beermetwotimesbaby]

Oooopsss.

[@96cutlas]

yes

[@raprockmosh21]

way to show christ in a real way

[@rachaeldauteuil509]

It could be Jesus? Really? Are you sure you guys are Christians?lol John 15:5, Jesus says, “Apart from me you can do nothing.” Extremely talented group...However, all the glory goes to the Christ. He is the Vine, He is the Carpenter ... we can do nothing without him❤️

[@TheJakeaboo]

^ don’t be like this Christian. Thank you

[@rachaeldauteuil509]

@@TheJakeaboo what does that mean? Lol

[@TheJakeaboo]

@@rachaeldauteuil509 quoting bible verses and acting like the “apart from me you can do nothing” isn’t a metaphor

[@rachaeldauteuil509]

@@TheJakeaboo The group claims to be Christians. If so, then as Christians they’d mutually agree. That verse isn’t a metaphors at least by the scriptures, it’s meant literally. So not sure that would offend you? Unless of course, you’re not a Christian. Then it would make sense. Speaking as someone who believes in the faith.

[@TheJakeaboo]

@@rachaeldauteuil509 I believe but following the Bible blindly is pretty dumb in my opinion.