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In [[2001]]/[[2002]], Welsh returned to the Boston music scene by temporarily joining Nate Albert's (guitarist for The Mighty Mighty Bosstones) band, [[The Kickovers]]. In an interview, he expressed his distaste for the corporate music process, stating that, "It’s actually fun to just be playing in the studio without some major-label idiot standing over your shoulder." | In [[2001]]/[[2002]], Welsh returned to the Boston music scene by temporarily joining Nate Albert's (guitarist for The Mighty Mighty Bosstones) band, [[The Kickovers]]. In an interview, he expressed his distaste for the corporate music process, stating that, "It’s actually fun to just be playing in the studio without some major-label idiot standing over your shoulder." | ||
Soon after, he retired from music to become a full-time artist. He, his wife and their two sons | Soon after, he retired from music to become a full-time artist. He, his wife and their two sons lived in Vermont. | ||
Welsh attended a Weezer show on [[July 12]], [[2005]] in Lewiston, Maine. Cuomo dedicated "[[Hash Pipe]]" to him, the very mention of his name drawing forth cheers from the crowd. Welsh also got to meet current Weezer bassist [[Scott Shriner]]. | Welsh attended a Weezer show on [[July 12]], [[2005]] in Lewiston, Maine. Cuomo dedicated "[[Hash Pipe]]" to him, the very mention of his name drawing forth cheers from the crowd. Welsh also got to meet current Weezer bassist [[Scott Shriner]]. | ||