Staff Reports
Charlie Colin, a founding member of the Rock band Train, has passed away at the age of 58. The news was confirmed by Carolyn Stephens, his sister. It was reported that Colin passed away after a fall in a shower while house-sitting for a friend in Brussels. He co-wrote and played the bass for the Grammy-winning song “Drops of Jupiter” with Train. In addition to his contributions to Train’s music, he also served as the musical director for the Newport Beach Film Festival.
Train’s Instagram page made a post honoring Colin’s memory, expressing love and admiration for his musical talent and recognizing his role in helping the band gain attention in the music world.
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Although Colin’s musical talent and contributions were celebrated, his departure from Train in 2003 due to substance abuse issues was also mentioned in the report. Frontman Pat Monahan cited Colin’s pain and the challenges of dealing with it as reasons for his departure from the band. In an interview, Colin reflected on the band’s journey and the continuous work they put into their music without taking a break, despite the challenges they faced.
In addition to his musical career, Colin was remembered as a special part of the Newport Beach Film Festival family by Todd Quartararo, co-founder of the festival, who described Colin’s heart, compassion, and creativity. Despite his struggles, Colin’s musical talents and his impact on those around him were widely recognized and celebrated.
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