❤️ Wilmington Music Community Rallies Around Mark Romeo

If you’ve been around Wilmington’s live music scene, you know Mark Romeo. There isn’t a bigger supporter of local musicians — from founding the Talking Tunes in Wilmington Facebook group (now over 8,000 members) to tirelessly promoting shows and helping artists get their music heard.

Now, Mark needs our support. He’s facing serious health challenges and will undergo urgent spinal surgery in the coming days. To help with medical and living expenses, friends are organizing donations and benefit events:

• Send donations directly via Venmo: @mark-romeo-13

• Benefit show: Bowstring Bar & Music Venue is planning a fundraiser on Friday, Sept. 12, donating a portion of bar sales to Mark’s recovery. Local musicians interested in playing, reach out to the venue directly.

Mark has given so much to our music community — now it’s our turn to show up for him. 💜

Help support local music community supporter Mark Romeo who runs Talking Tunes !

FRI SEPT 12: 7-10 PM @ Bowstring - SPD

Wilmington music community! Come on out THIS Friday, September 12, to support a dear friend of Bowstring and avid supporter of the ILM live music scene, Mark Romeo. Mark needs our help as he navigates a difficult and unexpected medical diagnosis. Oc3ans with support from Joe Copple will be playing from 7-10pm!

Entry into the show is free. There will be a QR code for suggested $10 donation @ the door, and Bowstring will be donating 10% of bar sales to support Mark's medical relief fund. Help us support Mark & get him back out to shows soon! 💙

Oc3ans features Brooke Renshaw on vocals, Josh Boyd on guitar, Joey Lamb on drums, and MC Jared Sales. Joe Copple will be performing a solo acoustic support set to kick off the night!

If you are unable to attend but would still like to support Mark's recovery, donations can be sent directly to his Venmo @Mark-Romeo-13

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