Michael Been Memorial Service Planned for Friday

Those wishing to pay their respects to the Call's Michael Been are invited to a memorial service that will be held in his honor on Friday night in Santa Monica, Calif. As Spinner reported at the time, Been passed away on August 19, after he suffered a massive heart attack backstage at Belgian music festival Pukkelpop. He was 60 years old. In addition to speakers and eulogies, his son, Robert Been (of Black Rebel Motorcycle Club), will give a special performance, along with several special guests.

After leading the Call through a 20-year career, Michael Been took an active role in his son's band, serving not only as BRMC's soundman but also as their mentor and adviser. He was on tour with the band at the time of his death. The family asks that, in lieu of flowers, those who wish to honor Been's memory via a gift should make a donation to MusiCares or the Not For Sale Campaign. Clicking on those links will take you directly to their respective donation pages.

The open memorial service will be held at St. Anne's Outdoor Grotto in Santa Monica on Friday, Sept. 3 at 7:30PM PT.