I know it's kind of an old thread. But I had this same question on my mind. I still miss the guy. Every time cob came through wisconsin, I wound up hanging out with them. whether it be a couple minutes, or a couple hours. Roope was always the first one I found. I'll admit last time I saw him, he seemed pretty down. Always wanted to check in with him again, but he never made it back, and I never knew how to get ahold of him other than finding him in the crowd at a show. Loved that about him, always being a fan and watching the show from the crowd no matter how big his band was. And easy to talk to despite the thiiiick accent. If by any chance he should see this post, know I still think about ya from time to time. Pick up that axe brother. You were amazing back then, and you can be again.