It was 8 years ago that Koady turned his life around. He got sober, changed his habits, and dove into healing himself — the kind that many run away from. Just after this, when times were especially tough for him, the three of us made it a point to build on our musical friendship that had been stewing in the background for a few years prior. There was no intention to take it any further than our living rooms — just hearing Koad’s tunes, collaborating and laughing with him was rejuvenating, electric and so special.
Shortly after this, as more people heard him play, and took in his tunes and the stories he would tell, he slowly started feeling like he had something to give back to the world. Writing and performing for you became his medicine.
As the band grew, he grew. He’d often talk about how The East Pointers saved his life and became quite comfortable with sharing this concept to others. He helped SO many people heal, open their hearts and follow their dreams — whether is was getting sober, practicing different wellness techniques, or just following your true life’s passion.
He had the softness to cry and console, the toughness to fight and defend and the humour to make you forget any worry in the world. You couldn’t help but feel safe in his presence.
He wrote and performed from his heart and allowed us to dig deeper inside to do the same. We’ll forever cherish the hours we spent together on the road, our childhood shenanigans, the caffeinated chats at his beautiful home, and his foolish wit.
It’s painful to sit and mourn his sudden passing, it doesn’t seem real and I know many of you feel the same way. But we know he will be with us forever, through his beautiful melodies, words, wisdom and stories.
We’re especially thinking of his incredible wife, Chloe, his siblings Whitney, J.J., Dianne and Derek and his Mom and Dad, Kenny and Donna.
We miss you ol boy, and I know we’ll all be together again someday
