Premiering at First Congregational in Stoneham, Massachusettes on Saturday, April 27, Don’t Forget to Leave gives a first-hand look into the inspiring, yet tragic life and death of Tim Landers.
Formerly of pop-punk/hardcore heavy-weights Transit and Cold Collective, Landers’ story was one that began with true love found in music and a road-dog mentality, but was tragically cut short due to addiction and mental health struggles. Director Bill Fulkerson described this documentary as being unlike any he’d made previously, not because of underground, DIY subject matter, but because of his extremely personal connection as a close friend of Tim’s.
Lander’s death blindsided both the local Boston music community and the nationwide audience they had garnered through relentless touring. Up close and personal interviews with former band members, tourmates, family members and household names including Frank Turner and members of A Story So Far tell the tough, emotional story of the firm grasp that addiction took on one of the scene’s most promising songwriters.
The April 27 premiere takes place at First Congregational in Stoneham, MA, the venue that housed many of Lander’s early performances. Don’t miss the incredible opportunity to celebrate the life of Tim Landers through the premiere, as well as live performances from former friends and bandmates Zac Eisenstein of Man Overboard, Joe Lacy of Transit, and Matthew Spence.
Check the link below for ticket and venue information and keep an eye out in the coming months for the documentary to hit streaming platforms and film festivals. Additionally, a full, one-on-one interview with director Bill Fulkerson will hit the site this coming week. We touch on everything from background to the documentary, Bill’s personal connection to Tim’s story, the hurdles that came with trying to make this over COVID, and a whole bunch more.