In Memoriam: Bueno/All Autonomy singer Brian Gianelli (1979-2004)

Contributed by an Anonymous Source. Posted by adam on Sunday, January 2, 2005 at 12:39 AM (EST)

KOLD News 13 is reporting that Brian Gianelli, the lead singer of Bueno/All Autonomy, passed away in a canoeing accident this past Thursday, December 30th. The news report states that Gianelli, along with friend Luke Augosta, both lost their lives in the Granite Creek near Prescott Arizona as a result of the accident. The men were 25 and 21 respectively. Details on the cause of the accident are unclear at this time.

Gianelli's band Bueno released two albums for Volcom Entertainment before changing their name to All Autonomy. Our deepest condolences go out to his friends and family.

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Someone (January 2, 2005)

Brian was a terrific person and he will be missed by all who knew him. My prayers go out to his family and all the people affected by this tragedy.

Someone (July 30, 2005)

hi my name is schuyler brian was my second cousin he was the coolest person that i knew .i to live in presscott some times when brian wasnt to busy he would come out to skate with me.but that was when i was about 9 or 10 the last time i talked to him i didnt really say much to him which now really pisses me off because i didnt know that he could be taken away from all his friends,family,and fans. brian got me into punk and i will never stop listening to it.the last time i actually saw him i was eleven that was at the presscott brewery or bash ford courts right acros from the square.i am twelve years old now i really wish that you didnt have to leave us we all miss you. R.I.P brian im sorry.

Someone (November 8, 2005)

Back in October of 2004 I was in my car and a good friend of mine hopped in and asked me if I listened to much punk, and my reply was some but not much and he said "ahh dude!!" and put in "Finding Humor in the Tragedy" - I thank my friend Chris for that day, for it really did change me and opened me up to a whole new world. Chris informed me that Bueno had released only 2 cds, so today I was looking around on the net for some news on them, and I had no idea what had taken place. Although this happened last year, for me it happed 30mins ago and I am soo deeply affected by this. I thank Brian, and his band mates for making such excellent music and inspiring me to live my life to the fullest, and with open eyes.

Someone (January 3, 2006)

this might be too late but we just held a sort of memorial show on Dec. 28th in prescott to celebrate brians & lukes life. many local musicians played & people told stories. a bunch of brians personal music as well as all of his projects such as bueno/all autonomy, atom orbit semblance, a slow motion wilderness & his solo stuff has started to be compiled, it's a lot of music he literally wrote hundreds of songs with many people & they are all amazing. anyways there were CD's avail. at the show. you might be able to get them by writing to the all automony site. i know they still check it to see what people have to say.

Someone (January 3, 2006)

there is no email mentionned on the site... how can we contact them ? i'm really looking for an all autonomy album ! if someone has a contact or something... mail me: spoon666@hotmail.com

Someone (January 2, 2005)

Saddle Creek?

jamespastepunk (January 2, 2005)

Rest in Peace, sir.

Fuzzy (justin) (January 2, 2005)

Wow. Couldn't get out of the year without another.

Someone (January 2, 2005)

aaaaaarizona

Someone (January 2, 2005)

If you live in arizona and have cox for your cable/phone/internet and you ever call the billing dept. you are talking to people in st. catherines ontario canada....you might be lucky enough to talk too me!

Someone (January 2, 2005)

your an idiot

Someone (February 1, 2005)

why would you say that?

Someone (January 7, 2005)

Hey, asswipe, have some freaking respect. This is not open forum for you to talk about you. I lost a dear friend, and this is where people have gathered to talk about him. Touch as many lives as he did, and, maybe you'll get the same, but until then, save it for your blog.

Someone (January 24, 2005)

Bueno/all autonomy --The best mother fuckin band in the world --Jollyroger

Someone (July 30, 2005)

hey, brian was my cousin we hung out alot and skated alot i really wish he didnt have to lpass on my name is schuyler i probably met you before.thanks for caring about brian it means alot to us his family.

Someone (May 2, 2006)

hey fuck face u dont even know him GO FUCK UR SELF! biran was KOOL -alex

Someone (February 7, 2005)

asshole

Someone (January 2, 2005)

damn, such a tragedy.....way too young

Someone (January 2, 2005)

and i scratch the first tally on the wall

Someone (January 2, 2005)

first tally for what? this happened in 2004, so it would probably be the last tally for the year not the first.

TheOneTrueBill (January 2, 2005)

Holy crap man, barely into their 20s. I hate it when stuff like this happens.

Anchors (January 2, 2005)

This is really unfortunate. My condolences to their familes.

Someone (January 2, 2005)

brian went out living life to the fullest with the people he loved. he lost his life attempting to save his friend, and that speaks volumes for him: thinking of others before himself. his influence and inspiration to everyone he talked to won't be forgotten and we're going to miss him. i hope you found the peace of mind you always wanted for us all, brian. preskill

Someone (January 2, 2005)

How do you know this?? it says details of what happened are still unexplained.....?

Someone (January 3, 2005)

because im from prescott. and the details arent unexplained. the 3 of them went over a 10 foot embankment in the creek and all got out but luke, he was stuck in the canoe, which shattered when it fell. brian swam back after jumping out to help luke and died in the process. the memorial today was one of the most amazing things ive ever seen.

Someone (January 2, 2005)

Bueno, one of volcoms all time best i would even say close to CKY but hey an opinion is an opinion

Someone (January 2, 2005)

Well, I suppose we could blow up Arizona as well and just make New Mexico Bay....I bet Bill would have liked that. This is like the first baby born in the new year that gets showered with presents so as a show of good faith there will be no off color comments or remarks....at least from me. -Chinatown Imposter #44

Someone (January 2, 2005)

Not to speculate too much but I believe there was intense flash flooding in Prescott during this time which makes me wonder if that had a part in this tragic event.

Someone (January 2, 2005)

That indeed was the cause. Brian and some friends were canoeing down a flooded river when the incident occurred. The river, which normally is dry, had swelled to 12 feet deep. I believe the canoe was headed toward an embankment when Brian and another friend ejected. The third friend was trapped in the canoe, and Brian returned into the river to save him (Brian already had safely exited the river). While trying to save his friend, Brian drowned.

Someone (February 1, 2005)

Ofcourse, but this is what he was waiting for { canoeing while the currents were rapid} so that was'nt a matter to him!

Someone (January 2, 2005)

Tragic. My condolences to his family and friends. On another note, it's kind of nice to see someone Not die due to drugs or stupidity. Rest well Brian.

Someone (January 7, 2005)

We told Brian's story to more than 600 people who attended his memorial service on Jan. 2 - most of them young people who followed his music. The one thing we forgot to mention, because we took it for granted, was that he didn't use drugs and only rarely enjoyed a beer with his meal. I take great comfort in knowing that his crazy, radical, balls-to-the-wall attitude came from his absolute love of life - a life lived to the fullest. Thanks for your comment. Charlotte Keller - Brian's mom.

Benjasaurus (January 2, 2005)

Every person involved in any way with rock'n'roll is going to be smited by the hand of god.

Someone (January 12, 2005)

what do you know you freakin bible thumper...you didn't even know the kid I bet

Someone (January 2, 2005)

I haven't seen Brian in a few years, but he was one of the most intelligent, genuine people I have ever known. His zest for life was unsurpassed, as was his talent, vision, and perseverence. My condolences to his family, and his bandmates who are all like brothers to him. Anyone who saw Bueno/AA perform knew they were witnessing something unique and special, and those who got the chance to spend any amount of time with Brian surely felt the same way. Rest in peace Brian. Mike Legue

Someone (January 13, 2005)

brians lyrics and music were truly inspiring to me. it is really devastating that such a great mind was lost so soon. he will live on in his music. brian, you are free now. Tom Martel

fritobandito (January 2, 2005)

aw, man. rough. what a shame.

Someone (January 2, 2005)

can we get a stroy on the nasum guitarist possible death??? its up on some sites...

Someone (January 3, 2005)

I live here in Prescott and what happened was tragic. The paper stated that four young men had decided to go canoeing, one would meet them at the lake down stream and the other three got in the canoe. As they went down the stream they saw that an eddy was up ahead and two of the boys decided to bail, but the one was to afraid. So the other two grabed on to the canoe and decided to ride it out with their friend. unfortunatly the canoe went under, and only one of the young men made it to shore. Parts of the canoe were found later that day but their were no signs of the two young men. My condolances go out to both of the young mens families. May god rest their souls Brian Gianelli and Luke Augosta.

Someone (January 2, 2005)

oowww fuck. this really makes me sad... :( Very sorry for his family, RIP mate, you made good music and thoughtfull lyrics.. -axx

Someone (January 2, 2005)

According to what I heard (seeing as how I live here in Arizona and have heard from people who knew the guys), they tried to use a cannoo on a flood and capsized.

Someone (January 2, 2005)

What does that mean?

Someone (January 2, 2005)

(i live in p-town) we has some serious rain that day and they tried to canoe from Granite creek park to where granite creek goes into watson lake. Before they got there they got caught in an eddy (like a whirpool) and their canoe broke apart. One guy made it out but Luke and Brian unfortunatley did not. May they rest in peace.

notfeelingcreative (January 2, 2005)

Aye! No Es Bueno!

Someone (January 3, 2005)

here is the obit. it's really sad. Brian Edward Gianelli Brian Edward Gianelli, 25, died Dec. 29, 2004, in a boating accident on Granite Creek in Prescott, Ariz. Brian was born March 2, 1979, in Prescott, Ariz., where he lived for most of his life, spending four years in Lake Havasu City and retreat time in Cholla Bay, Mexico. Brian was a gifted musician and lyricist who performed with several local groups. He was best known for his work with “Bueno,” which was more recently known as “All Autonomy” and “Slow Motion Wilderness.” His catalog of songs numbers in the hundreds and addresses global, social and political concerns as well as human relationships. Brian also was a talented artist, working in wood, painting and sketching. Brian is survived by his sister, Natalie Gianelli of Reseda, Calif.; his father, Steve Gianelli of Prescott; his mother, Charlotte Keller, and stepfather, Bob

show rest of commenthere is the obit. it's really sad. Brian Edward Gianelli Brian Edward Gianelli, 25, died Dec. 29, 2004, in a boating accident on Granite Creek in Prescott, Ariz. Brian was born March 2, 1979, in Prescott, Ariz., where he lived for most of his life, spending four years in Lake Havasu City and retreat time in Cholla Bay, Mexico. Brian was a gifted musician and lyricist who performed with several local groups. He was best known for his work with “Bueno,” which was more recently known as “All Autonomy” and “Slow Motion Wilderness.” His catalog of songs numbers in the hundreds and addresses global, social and political concerns as well as human relationships. Brian also was a talented artist, working in wood, painting and sketching. Brian is survived by his sister, Natalie Gianelli of Reseda, Calif.; his father, Steve Gianelli of Prescott; his mother, Charlotte Keller, and stepfather, Bob Keller, of Lake Havasu City; and grandmother, Vivian Davenport of Kingman. Surviving aunts and uncles include Martha and Fred Bengston of Tempe; Paul and Jenny Gianelli of Flagstaff; David and Susan Gianelli of Phoenix; Michael Gianelli of Redondo Beach, Calif.; Helen Hutchins of Kingman; Victoria Jorgenson of Richmond, Va.; Fritz and Joanne Sammeli of Prescott Valley; Robert and Sharlene Sammeli of Kingman; stepmother, Cynthia Gianelli of Prescott; stepsister, Shannon Gianelli of Phoenix; and numerous cousins. Brian is also survived by countless friends, fans and fellow musicians who mourn his passing. A memorial service in honor of Brian will take place Sunday, Jan. 2, at 2 p.m. at the Prescott High School Theater in Prescott. In lieu of flowers, contributions can be made in Brian’s memory to the Brian Gianelli Music Scholarship Program at Prescott High School. The family was cared for by Sunrise Funeral Home and Crematory, Prescott Valley.

Someone (January 3, 2005)

I had the pleasure of seeing Bueno perform about 3 or 4 years ago at a Volcom show in California. The guitarist in my old band grew up in Prescott and turned the whole band on to them. They were a great band, and they were genuinely nice guys. "Ours Is A Path" is an amazing song that really makes me think of some great times in my life. I have always checked up on Bueno/All Autonomy and really hoped they would release some new stuff and tour again. I am deeply saddened that this happened, and I will truly miss Bueno. My thoughts go out to the rest of the band and the family. Rest In Peace. -J F

Someone (January 3, 2005)

Brian was my cousin...and he will be greatly missed. He was a genius and ahead of his time. Thank you all for your posts. Brian will be very missed by all. B- I love you. ~Gina Gianelli

Someone (January 4, 2005)

Gina and Jeff, I can't express how much of a loss this is. Brian was an amazing person. I was in Michigan a few days ago and CNN was on as I was getting up. I heard that two people had been killed in Prescott (I was just in MI visiting, from Prescott) and couldn't believe what I was hearing. At that time, I had no idea who it was but I hoped it would not be somebody I knew. Unfortunately, my sister called me a few hours later and told me what had happened to Brian, Luke, and Dewey. I still am in shock. I have gone to bed every night since the tragedy listening to Bueno. I hope you and your entire family can find peace -- I know this must be difficult.

Someone (January 3, 2005)

I see that my sister Gina posted as well. I am at a loss 4 words right now. Brian was my cousin, friend and in many ways a roll model. Even though he was younger than I, he always challenged me to think outside the box. The energy his personality brought into my life will be forever missed. I always admired his lyrical ability. Whenever I wrote lyrics that I felt were good, I'd read something he had written and realize i was out of my league. Even though you're gone Brian, I know that in 2years i'll be doing the same thing. I miss u b and I will never forget u. Jeff Gianelli

Someone (January 4, 2005)

i grew up in prescott and knew brian for the past 7 years about. he was by far the most brilliant person i have ever known...every time i talked to him i learned something..he always had such amazing things to say..and his talent and ability to write music/lyrics is so amazing. its so sad to see such a special person go..but all the people that knew him were deeply touched by him and he lives on in all of us.

Someone (January 4, 2005)

I was saddened to learn it was Brian and Luke who lost their lives while canoeing. The town of Prescott has morned their loss at such a young age. We will miss them and will never forget their impact during their short stay on the earth. Linda Thompson (Michael Thompson's mother, former drummer of Bueno)

Someone (January 4, 2005)

BRIAN was a Great Person and a spirited and talenetd Man - I will miss his influence alot - He is one of the reasons I started to play music. P-NUCKLE

Someone (January 5, 2005)

"We think much less then what we know. We know much less than what we love. We love much less than what there is. And to this precise extent, we are much less than what we are. brian i love you,,,, love letty

Someone (January 5, 2005)

Brian was a brilliant and energetic guy, dedicated to the struggle for social revolution. All of us from the RiffRaff Collective (Prescott 1999-2001) are deeply saddened by his death. Our condolences to his family and friends. Freja, Randall, Crystal, Jenny, Geert

Someone (January 6, 2005)

I have so many memories of Brian, and as they come to mind, they make me smile or laugh. But that's the way it's always been. I'm grateful that I have the memories I have, and I'm glad that I was able to know Brian. He was an amazing person. I miss him incredibly. -jess This is a photo I took of Brian at a show.

Someone (January 7, 2005)

Brian lived across the street from me in mexico. I will always remember sitting on the beach listening to his thoughts on life. Brian was an insporation to everyone who crossed his path. My life was forever changed the day I met Brian. He was cool, but never too cool to be a friend to anyone who needed one. I feel lucky to have been toutched by his greatness. Mexico memories forever Brian! I will miss you so very much. NAMASTE C.L.T

Someone (January 7, 2005)

I had the pleasure of having Brian as my School Bus Driver, every morning he would always pick me up first where I would ride shotgun with the man, we got into some wacky ass adventures too, One day Brian stopped the bus when we both saw this cat get hit by a car("bounceback the fucking cat") in the road/the cat literally helicoptered into the air. So we both got out and the man ran into traffic and picked up this dying cat with his sweater, it was just so beautiful how he put his job on the line to rescue this animal, I mean we were all like an hour late to school that day. I miss him so much and give my deepest condolances to all his friends and family. He touched many many lives. He was too great for this place.

Someone (January 7, 2005)

Brian was the greatest inspiration that I have ever had. No matter what, his legacy will always remind me of the specialness of life, and the effects that music can have on life. I have always admired his lyrics, and his music. I have the lyrics on my wall, and I have devoted an entire Yahoo! group to their honor. My deepest Condolences to His family, band, friends, everyone at the Catalyst, the Mad linguist, the workers at Pangea, and everyone else who was affected by him. Just keep on making a difference in the world, in his memory. I love you, Brian. Rest in peace. Christine

Someone (January 8, 2005)

prescott has lost not only one of it's gretest muscians, but one of it's greatest people. i will forever remember brian's easy smile and unique approach to life. he always had time to talk to everyone ,it was always a great pleasure for me to see him bombing around town on his skateboard with nicole. he will be missed dearly by everyone who ever had the pleasure to cross his path. brian, "preskil" will never forget.

Someone (January 11, 2005)

Brain was a poet, a preacher, and someone who believed in something other than the mundane and bland world. He had a cause and an ability to have people follow him and learn; he opened eyes and did something. One of my favorite stories of Brian was when he went to Seattle to protest against the W.T.O. and Bueno had a chance to play a big show in Phoenix. We had to tell the promoter Will, that we couldn’t play because Brian went to Seattle to give the World a piece of his mind. I remember hearing Will laugh thinking ‘of course Brian would be in Seattle.’ To this day I can’t think of anyone that wanted change in this world more than Brian. I hope that his legacy will inspire all of us to become involved and believe in something other than money, power and greed. I will love and miss Brian with all of my heart. Mike Thompson

Someone (January 12, 2005)

I met Brian formally the day before I left Prescott. He had a great smile and a sparkle in his eyes. Austin,Tx would have soaked it up.....peace B W/U Hydra

Someone (January 13, 2005)

"no...we are not a goal, on a god's boardgame. no... we are not a goal, we are each the only world we'll ever be. we... we are not a goal, not a destiny, not a god's board game. we... are a flicker of light, and we're each the only world we'll ever be." -brian gianelli brian touched many people, he certainly changed my life, and i am so grateful to have known him and i will never ever forget all the stories and ideas that he was always full of and so enthusiastic to tell people about. i really looked up to brian and not in an idol type way, but just in a way that he meant so much to me because of his brilliance, intelligence, and beauty.

Someone (January 15, 2005)

Thanks to all of you for your thoughtful comments. I've copied them to another file and will include many of them in an appendix to the book of lyrics, poetry and artwork I plan to publish to help fund the Brian Gianelli Scholarship at Prescott High School. Additional comments can be sent to me directly at charlotte@keller.net This was my son with whom I was/am well pleased. Thank you for listening to him. Thank you for loving him. Charlotte Keller

Someone (January 16, 2005)

well....i just heard about it...damn lost there lifes canoing the scary thing about it is that i went canoeing in somethin like that...man this sucks...hearing all these nice things about makes me miss him greatly even though i barly knew em but losing a fellow skateboarder is terriable Brain Gianelli,we hardly knew ye

Someone (January 17, 2005)

goodbye to you my beacon goodbye to you my teacher goodbye to you my inspiration goodbye dojo master goodbye my brother i'll always love you

Someone (January 17, 2005)

sleep well dojo master -adrian

Someone (January 20, 2005)

Brian was one of the most inspiring, encouraging, enlightening, and refreshing people I've ever known, and I weep that I did not know him longer and learn all i could have from him. The world didn't deserve to lose such a great thinker and musician so early. He met every day with such a passion and desire for life that just being around him, it was hard not to open your eyes and see the world around you in a new light. Your eternal student and friend, Jimmy C

Someone (January 20, 2005)

Brian was a great friend of mine. i went to many shows with him and i remember the time we saw rage aginst the machine for my 18th birthday. and alk the shows that they got to play and i was so proud of him. and its sad to see that he is gone the only thing that i have to say now is : Where have you gone? How Does time pass by so fast Seems like yesterday You and I We Could Relate But you know how things change But is it me? Or is it time? Now I’m stuck looking back On somehting that I’ll never have again All this time with regret I Just Lost Today Worrying about yesterday Can’t live in yesterday All this time with regret I lost today Worrying about yesterday I lost today And No I’ll never forget about you I lost today I just came to terms that I’ve lost you On with my life all in a year-Comeback Kid robert

Someone (January 21, 2005)

When i met Brian, i just recently moved to prescott. he had such amazing ideas, and visions that ive never even thought of, i really dont think anyone did. he was so ahed of his time. The memories i have of Brian are so clear to me, i know ill never forget them. I remember once when he came to visit my cousin and friend, and we met, he explained how he used to try to sing "punk rock" back in bueno, and now that the band had a new name, and a new start, he sang with what he had. (which is absolutaly beautiful) he wrote down the lyrics to a song he was working on, and play'd it on acustic guitar for us, it got me in tears in a matter of seconds. He had such an amazing talent for touching peoples hearts. After he left, but then he came back to give me a hug, because he forgot to. ill ALWAYS remember that, and how thoughtful it was. ive never had so much respect

show rest of commentWhen i met Brian, i just recently moved to prescott. he had such amazing ideas, and visions that ive never even thought of, i really dont think anyone did. he was so ahed of his time. The memories i have of Brian are so clear to me, i know ill never forget them. I remember once when he came to visit my cousin and friend, and we met, he explained how he used to try to sing "punk rock" back in bueno, and now that the band had a new name, and a new start, he sang with what he had. (which is absolutaly beautiful) he wrote down the lyrics to a song he was working on, and play'd it on acustic guitar for us, it got me in tears in a matter of seconds. He had such an amazing talent for touching peoples hearts. After he left, but then he came back to give me a hug, because he forgot to. ill ALWAYS remember that, and how thoughtful it was. ive never had so much respect for anyone in my life. I feel like he gave me so much, and i hardly knew him for that long, but my life is changed because of Brian, and will forever be changed. I think the most i feel i ever gave him was a ride home from the skate park. If i had one last chance to talk to Brian, id simply say, Brian, if you could only read this, id just pour my heart out to you, and give you one last hug my friend. you helped me. you helped so many. Your question is finally answered, you finally know if there is a heaven. and if there is, you're definitally in it! im soo sorry Brian, I'm So So Sorry it had to end this way, i wish so badly that you could be appart of our lives again. I love you Brian, i never properly thanked you for everythign you've done for me, so Thank You from the bottom of my heart. i know he cant read this. but it feels good to get it out to the world, even if its not to him. If there is a Heaven, ill see you soon my friend. -Marc Basso

Someone (January 24, 2005)

Rest in peace Bueno/all autonomy-- the best god damn badn in the world --JollyRoger

Someone (January 25, 2005)

I didnt know Brian well but i am deeply sadden about his death. Bueno was the frist band i ever saw and I really looked up to them. It give me tears in my eyes think about this. For all the family and friends im truly feel terrible for you. RIP Brian Gianelli But on another note maybe we should look at it in a different light. Like his cd name "Finding Humor in Tragedy". Maybe not in a Humorous way but in a positive way. My friend told me when before it happend he was having the most fun time he had have had. And that to me is the best way of going out. And i so sorry for every one that knew him

Someone (January 28, 2005)

It was a pleasure to know Brian, he was my bus driver and he taught me how to play the guitar. He always had fascinating stories to tell and wonderful insight on everything. He gave me courage and strength in being who I was. I’ll always remember him, meeting him has changed my life. Jesse

Someone (January 29, 2005)

What a tragedy. About six years ago, I saw Bueno for the first and only time down in Tucson with NOFX and Youth Brigade. To this day I still believe that they were the best live band that I have ever seen and I've tried to keep myself updated with their music. Brian's lyrics and passion for music and life inspired me to pursue my own dreams in music. RIP

Someone (February 2, 2005)

I live in france, i never saw bueno/all autonomy but i listened to their cds ! the lyrics of Brian were really thoughtful and really inspired me ! he was really talented and there was such an adequation between music and lyrics he wrote !!! I'm sure he will be missed ! Rest in peace -Ben-

Someone (February 9, 2005)

I was lucky enough to be one of the many whose lives were touched by Brian. He was a truly amazing person. I first got to know him when he had the job of driving a van for my school. I had the opportunity to to get to know through our talks on the hour trip from home to school and from school to home. He helped me through my high school life and all the silly problems that go with that in a way that made me learn and grow in a way that I would not have otherwise. He was a good friend. I wish I had the opportunity to learn more but than again maybe can.

Someone (February 9, 2005)

I knew Brian for about 8-10 years while I was growing up in Prescott. He was one of those guys that you would see around town and would always smile and be happy to see you, no matter who you were! He was more caring about the world and people around him...then we was for his own self. Brian was a truly amazing individual who inspired so many people to make a difference in this world. I respect all that Brian acomplished in his life. I know the wonderful music he wrote will live on. My thoughts go out to the Gianelli family and to mainly Mr. G who loved his son greatly. I made this photograph of Granite Creek in Watson Woods on Dec. 29th about 1 hour after Brian and Luke were out cannoing. This image will hold great memory for me. http://www.photo.net/photodb/photo?photo_id=3084874

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Someone (February 28, 2005)

You were and will always be an inspiration to me. I miss the times we've spent together. You are an amazing human being and will be forever in my heart. Thank you for all the memories and the music. I love you Brian, erik johnson

Someone (June 7, 2005)

Because my son moved out of the State, six months later he finds out about his long time dear friends, Luke Augosta and Brian Gianelli. He is stunned, saddened, and flooded with memories. Our prayers go out to Luke's sister Angela and the rest of her family and Brian's friends and family. They will be missed and in our hearts always. Go with God, Luke and Brian, Ben's Mom Ben's mom

Someone (July 18, 2005)

Much love for Brian thank you for reaching out to a poor lost boy in Montana. Punk will never be the same.

Someone (July 19, 2005)

this guy was a dick!!!

Someone (July 30, 2005)

just wondering when the site will be updated with music and the guestbook ???

Someone (August 2, 2005)

to your comment about Brian Gianelli, I never knew him since i was just in middle school when i first saw them, they were amazing, and you go off and say this about him in a time of tragedy. shame on you and whatever the hell u do w/ the rest of your life, Bueno was played in the background of a Skyline Blue, Life In Pictures on July 30, 2005, and even today u could see people w/ an empty look in their eyes. Good Riddance To You, Bueno legacy will live on, the music scene around here wouldn't have existed w/o them. Thank you for making Great Music Bueno, RIP Brian and Luke, and to the comment made....there are no more words to say, one day u'll be judged for this, don't be proud of yoursel, LIVE ON BUENO

Someone (September 12, 2005)

Fuck, I just read this and cant beleive it. I have played in AZ bands for over a decade and Bueno was by far the nicest group of guys that I have played a show with. I was able to catch Bueno in cali while on a trip. They had been recording all day for the ep 'nothing new for trash like you' and they still came out to 'canes and put on a hell of a show. I talked to Brian before and after the show about the new album, they recorded over 10 hours that day and STILL made it out to play for the 10 or so Bueno faithful there to see them, Brian was a class guy and very talented songwriter, I'll never forget him

Someone (November 9, 2005)

You are all so amazing. I can't believe your still commenting on this page. I search the web often for Brians name because I want to feel him again, and all your comments on here make him here, now. Damn, how I just want to hug the man. He could hug like no other. It's been 4 months since my wife, son and I left prescott for Portland, OR. Our band was going to come up here and make music. I'm so sad for how things worked out. I want to hear the lyrics he was going to write and the completely creative, unheard songs and guitar parts. I miss playing in our band, and I especially miss playing for all of you. Mike Rhodes

Someone (November 20, 2005)

When will the site be updated ?? I miss your music so much and everything you made. hope to see some news soon! Ben

bobbi (November 27, 2005)

I knew Brian back when he lived in Lake Havasu. We went to middle school together and high school briefly. Even as a young teen Brian was a gifted musician, and person. We had choir together and he would bring in his guitar.He would always play in class and got the class to join in as well. It was great because we were not supposed to do this. Brian definetly wasn't lacking a sensitivity chip. My favorite memory of him is when he over heard some obnoxious guy harrassing me and told him to F-off. I now have a degree in women and gender studies and Brian's unconditional egalitarian values definetly make him a man to be proud of. I learned of his tragic passing recently when I reconnected with an old friend of ours from school who is also a successful musician in California. Brian is definetly one who's talents were imeasurable, and spirit shines eternally. My prayers go out to

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Someone (December 30, 2005)

To this day, it's still weird that Bueno isn't rocking prescott anymore.... so many memories of you guys rock'n the scene....it's a shame he had to die at such a young age, and with so much more to say. I'm drinking a 40 oz this weekend in his name.....lame, but he was such, and still is an inspiration to all of us (we still pop in bueno/all autonomy at our parties....) Take care, and live it up in portland! Rick WIndsor PS. You probably don't remember....but you use to work with my grandma at the laundry mat off Iron Springs.....we've had a couple run ins......

Someone (December 12, 2005)

my most heartfelt condolences go out to all friends and family. I was and always will be a huge fan of his music and message. To say he was talented would be an undestatement. I was looking forward to seeing what the band would pregress into. But at least I can still put on some Bueno and appreciate what he left behind.

Someone (March 19, 2006)

Brian, it has been a few years, but you music lives on in all of us.....