Merge is deeply saddened by the passing of Bob Schick. His band Honor Role was one of the bands that made us want to play music and have a record label. You could have a band this good, this unique, and they’re from the South? They made a huge impact here in NC and beyond. Bob’s voice and words and fierce stage presence pushed Honor Role’s music out of the hardcore tropes of the time, and their records still sound like no one else. The fact that we later got to release Honor Role’s music as well as Bob’s bands Coral and Dynamic Truths was and remains an honor for us. Bob was also a fixture at legendary Richmond record store Plan 9 for over 40 years. Our thoughts are with Bob’s family and bandmates and the Richmond music community.
