Comment from ultimate fan
Time: July 12, 2010, 12:41 pm

Protect your health brother Mike and come back with the same, strong consistent beat of the double drums, which makes the Doobs click! Carpe diem!

Comment from Angela “RoadAngel” Moraglia
Time: July 12, 2010, 1:00 pm

Hey Big Mike – missed seeing you behind the drums on Saturday, July 10th at Jones Beach. First Skylark and now you. The music was great but you were missed. But, your health is more important so sending lots of love from Brooklyn, NY. Know you are loved that’s the main thing. All the best Angela “RoadAngel” xoxox

Comment from Michael
Time: July 12, 2010, 1:20 pm

Missing you on the road but your health is the most important so get better so you you can hit the road with the boys again.

Comment from Perry
Time: July 12, 2010, 1:31 pm

Get well soon Big Mike. We missed you in Montreal.

Comment from tony mcgill liverpool england
Time: July 12, 2010, 2:10 pm

get well soon mike, been there since toulouse street, keep on rockin.

Comment from Tom
Time: July 12, 2010, 7:31 pm

Every time I’ve seen the Doobie Brothers,you were always there.Get well and good luck and health.

Comment from Bill
Time: July 12, 2010, 7:48 pm

Feel better and get well soon. Missed seeing you playing Saturday at Jones Beach. Hope you are doing better and can’t wait to see you takin it to the streets again with the doobies.

Comment from Dave
Time: July 13, 2010, 1:07 pm

Mike,
Hope to see you back with the band real soon, You’ve been missed. Take care of yourself and get healthy with the help of your friends and family. Take your time. There are many of miles of road ahead. See you on the World Gone Crazy Tour.

Comment from tom san jose
Time: July 13, 2010, 2:47 pm

luv ya

Comment from Dave in CO
Time: July 13, 2010, 4:23 pm

Hey Mike,

Definitely missed in Denver. I did not know you were not playing. Met you twice and have seen the band a dozen times. You are my childhood hero. I have been drumming since I was 5, learned by using mostly Doobie music. I now have two drum kits and am teaching my 10 year old son side-by-side….it’s a blast! No doubt he is learning to play double drums to the best rock around.

Take good care!!

Best,

Dave

Comment from Bruce Greene
Time: July 13, 2010, 6:44 pm

Mike … First: It’s always hard to comprehend how and why past injuries can come back to haunt us and impact our day to day activities; as yours have. My family and I have gone through similar issues. I can emphasize with what you and your family are currently going through. I’m sure that going back on tour was an objective throughout your past recovery, and may well be this time, but do take good care of Mike Hassock … you mean a lot to a lot of caring people. However, having watched several of your incredible tour performances since the accident, I truly expect that this current “bump in the road” will be short lived and you’ll be joining your “Brothers” on tour in the near future. In the meantime, my best to you and your family as you nurture your health back to where you want it. (Been there, done that … so I know it can be done … and with your strong will you’ll do it.)

Second: Definitely missed your smiling face at the Atlanta show last night. Don’t know who was sitting in with Ed (Toth); he did a respectable job; but, in my humble opinion, you need not concern yourself about job security … you’re just too good … that drum throne will be there when you’re ready!

God bless! Our prayers are with you and your family.

Comment from Holly
Time: July 13, 2010, 9:58 pm

Just get better Mike…you are missed and loved.
Peace, Holly

Comment from Andrew
Time: July 14, 2010, 9:20 am

Hey Mike please take the time to get well you will be missed but i hope to see you again back behind the drums.

Please keep us up to date on how your doing .

Andrew

Comment from Larry Lee
Time: July 14, 2010, 11:28 am

Mike, it was a shock to not see you behind the kit in Atlanta last Monday night, but am glad you are recovering with family and friends. I send my best wishes for a sppedy recovery and returning to The Doobie Brothers soon. Your health is the most important thing and we as fans miss you but understand! Keep us posted on your progress and I hope to see you next summer in Atlanta!! Regards,
Larry

Comment from Dave
Time: July 16, 2010, 12:08 pm

Would the Doobies give us a little Bio on the guy keeping the seat warm until Big Mike returns?

Comment from Chris Stobart
Time: July 17, 2010, 4:56 pm

Mike this must be a real bind for you with the album ready to go and Skylark’s health issues too. I know you are a Doobie of fine standing and I pray for your swift recovery. I’ll also look forward to hearing what you and Ed can do together on those skins when World Gone Crazy comes out.

Comment from Pearl and Blaise Russo
Time: July 17, 2010, 7:06 pm

Mike, we hope that you’re soon back to doing what you love–music and biking and especially enjoying good health. Our very best regards, Blaise and Pearl

Comment from suzy, dave, spencer & champ
Time: July 19, 2010, 6:19 pm

Hey Mike, We miss you & Wish you the best of health and peace of mind…Feel better soon…
Love Always, suzy, dave, spencer & champ!!

Comment from Dennis
Time: July 20, 2010, 6:26 am

sending good vibes and prayers for you!

Comment from Lou Rose
Time: July 20, 2010, 6:45 am

Does this mean i gotta break out my “Get well Mike” tee shirt again..?? =) hope your feeling better , thanx for everything.. 8==8 NJ

Comment from Harry Blue and Family
Time: July 20, 2010, 4:25 pm

Hi Mike, We missed you behind your kit at the Dodge in Phoenix. Yes this is late but, better late than never. We hope you are back and playing percussion soon. We wish you, your family and The Doobie Brothers many Blessings and will see you again soon. The Blue Family

Comment from Priscilla Vincent & Debi Turnbow
Time: July 22, 2010, 9:02 am

Hey, Big Mike. We sure missed you at DTE but we are happy that you are coming along and getting stronger. We are looking forward to seeing you next summer.

Comment from Dale from IN
Time: July 24, 2010, 6:36 pm

Mike – Hope you are feeling better. You were missed by your fans this summer. Can’t wait to see you behind the kit again.

Comment from Daniele
Time: August 3, 2010, 5:34 am

I am Italian and I do not speak English well, however I wish you a speedy return to full health on tour
Good Healing
(Translated from Italian to English with Google)

Comment from Polly Johnson Boedeker
Time: August 12, 2010, 6:09 pm

Mike, I sure hope you get to feeling better soon. Sorry to hear the news. Just rest and relax like doctor ordered and in no time you will be up and running to catch that big buck you so well deserve. Very sorry we will miss you in Sturgis. Won’t be the same without you as YOU were the reason we wanted to go lol. but still love the Doobie Brothers no matter what, just wanted to visit with you and catch up on things. Take care bud,,get well soon. Love Polly

Comment from Polly Johnson Boedeker
Time: August 12, 2010, 6:23 pm

Oh yea and also, I think I know a good guide for your mighty deer hunt. I hope you get one bigger then mine that way you can at least say, “Well if I can’t kick her butt in shooting pool , I at least can kick her butt on getting the bigger deer HAHAHAHA!!! Love ya man

Comment from Sveinung Molde
Time: August 24, 2010, 2:46 am

Hi Mike,
Hope your recovering and that you can make the concert in Oct.23 in Oslo,Norway . Like I wrote to Skylark; Music is the Doctor, it sure is for me. As we say over here “God Bedring” (Get Well Soon). From your #1 biggest Doobie Fan in Norway. I still have all your 8 Track Tapes Collection of which I play in my 69 Dodge Charger 8 Track Player. Rockìn Down the Highway !! Love you all !!

Comment from tom,julie.rachael,mary
Time: August 26, 2010, 7:18 pm

hey big guy-get well from all the kelleys—–dobbies are not the same without you..

Comment from Spanky
Time: September 28, 2010, 10:57 am

Big Mike-You have always been one of my favorite all-time drummers and I wish you a sppedy recovery and our prayers go out to you and your family. Take care and I look forward to your return as I did when you hooked back up with Tom and Pat for CYCLES. Take care hoss.

Comment from Paolo
Time: October 16, 2010, 11:50 am

Hi Mike, I went to see Doobies in Milan, October 14, I guess it was the first show the band ever had in Italy and so it was my very first Doobie concert after 20 years of waiting. What a delusion not to see you there, I didn’t know about your problems. Tony Pia was not bad at all, but you are the history of the band, that’s your place, get back soon and better than before, I hope the band will return to Italy again with you on the kit. ciao

Comment from emily lawrence
Time: January 20, 2011, 5:02 pm

yes, So sorry to have missed hearing you play in Murphys. Perhaps next year if you’re feeling better.

Take care of yourself,

Always the best to you and yours,
Em

Comment from Jim Simmons
Time: February 1, 2011, 7:48 pm

Had the pleasure to meet you this past March 2010 in Columbia, MO before the show. I am the retired Marine who had his picture taken with you and Tom, along with my wife Donna. You are in our prayers and we just bought tickets to the May 28th show in MN. Hope to see you then again. Thank you for your service in the Navy and Semper Fi!

God bless

Jim and Donna Simmons

Comment from im Erickson
Time: April 19, 2011, 5:53 pm

Mike; Get well and get back. We all miss you and that drivin’ beat you give my favorite band of all my life. See you soon!
Jim (CO)

Comment from im Erickson
Time: April 19, 2011, 5:58 pm

By the way, I had the very distinct honor of meeting you, and shaking your hand backstage the last time at Red Rocks here in Colorado. Again, Jim

Comment from ron benkelman-bandbox music
Time: June 8, 2011, 8:02 am

love you mike! get well my friend, sure miss you these last years

get well my friend! miss seeing you these last few years, the county is the shits without you here!!

Comment from Bill Worden WKTV
Time: August 15, 2011, 4:29 pm

As a fellow drummer, and a number one Doobie Brothers fan, let me wish you a speedy recovery. I know the pain of not being able to play with your brothers. Be well, my friend.

Comment from Judy Grell
Time: August 22, 2011, 7:31 pm

Keep getting well. You are in my prayers; can’t wait till I see ALL of the Doobies together again! Love, Judy

Comment from Billy
Time: August 30, 2011, 6:24 am

Missed your talent last night at wolftrap with the Doobies. God bless and get well.

Comment from Pam
Time: January 12, 2012, 8:21 pm

Big Mike, thank you so much for all you’ve given your fans over the years and your amazing talent. I look forward to seeing you soon, back with your brothers and ours! Wishing you and praying for your good health and great times. You guys minister to my soul. With much care and appreciation, your sister, Pam.

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Comment from Jim and Karen Marr
Time: January 20, 2012, 3:16 pm

Big Mike,
Take care of yourself,cant wait to see you back on stage poundin the skins……
Be safe brother…..your fans in Ontario, CANADA are looking forward to your return.
Peace
Jim and Karen Marr
Ingersoll, Ontario, CANADA

Comment from Tom in Connecticut
Time: January 20, 2012, 5:00 pm

Thinking of you bangin’ those drums soon big guy…Keep working hard and god bless…..Tom in CT

Comment from Nancy Nelson
Time: January 20, 2012, 6:09 pm

Hope you get your health issues worked out soon. I haven’t seen you in a very long time. Do you still have your place in NV?

Comment from Chesa
Time: January 21, 2012, 9:27 pm

Brother Mike ~ thinking of you everyday getting back behind those drums and doing what you truly do best! I reckon it’s not the same without you mate! I can’t wait to see you and your brothers back together again! Take care. ~ your Aussie friend Chesa

Comment from Gina
Time: January 23, 2012, 7:10 am

Still miss you too, Big Mike. Everyone does. You are not only a talented drummer but a sweetheart as well. Keeping you in my thoughts and prayers.—Gina

Comment from Steve
Time: January 23, 2012, 11:46 am

Mike…”Music Is The Doctor”….get well soon , we hope to see you back on tour soon !

Comment from Joel Wright
Time: January 24, 2012, 6:52 am

Michael, watching the Doobie’s without you whacking those skins is just NOT natural!!!! Since “The Captain and Me” your back beat and driving rhythm has added something quite special to your GREAT, GREAT Band!! I wish for you a speedy return to that which we all know you love!! Take care of yourself, and know that ALL Doobie fan’s miss you more than you realize!!!!

Comment from Tom Hrivnak
Time: January 27, 2012, 5:01 pm

Too see the two drummer concept is one thing caught my eye about the Doobies.How you worked intandem along with keith Knudsen was incredible.Saw it up close @ Bloosom Music Center in Cleveland years ago.Continued good health and success.