About Gordon Rocks Foundation

The goal is for Gordon to be remembered for how he lived, and more specifically highlight his life in music. “Music has always played a huge part in my dad’s life and I think it is very appropriate that he should be remembered for his passion for life, family and music,” said Scott Kusayanagi, Gordon’s son and band mate. “Every time that I hit the stage I take comfort in the thought that my Dad is up there, somewhere, watching and listening.”

Before owning the popular Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory in Monterey’s world famous Cannery Row and working for IBM (later Hitachi), Gordon played guitar, wrote songs, and toured with Savannah up and down the West Coast during the '70s and early '80s. The band was so popular during its time they were on the verge of inking a deal with Capitol Records. Unfortunately, Savannah was passed over for The J. Geils Band, who later on released their only hit “Centerfold.” Gordon eventually retired from the music scene altogether to raise a family.

Years later, Gordon re-entered the music world this time playing guitar alongside his son in their cover band “10 til 2” where they performed in venues across the Bay Area. For Gordon, the chance to perform with his son gave them the opportunity to become closer. Things were going well for Gordon, until his unexpected passing.

As a way to honor his memory, Gordon’s family established the “Gordon Rocks Foundation” to help raise money for the music scholarships.

Gordon Rocks Foundation

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To Mail Your Donations Please Send To:
Gordon Rocks Foundation
South Valley National Bank
8000 Santa Teresa Blvd
Gilroy, CA 95020
800-495-7100

General Information email: scott@gordonrocks.org

All public relations please email stephanie@gordonrocks.org