Bloodlines Mailing List archives May 26-29, 1997
from the John Stewart email list
bloodlines-digest Thursday, May 29 1997 Volume 01 : Number 006
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Date: Mon, 26 May 1997
From: KShep87309@aol.com
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
Michelle, you asked for feedback - why are we here? For once I will try to
make it short and hopefully sweet. John Stewart is part of the earth upon
which we stand, part of the roots of growing up in America as it changed from
one kind of innocence to another, more reflective kind of innocence. There
are few of us who remain untouched by the changes, some who have been hurt
and harmed, and most who learned many things the hard way. Through all of
it, there were a few graces - a couple of common threads that helped, and
held our worlds together. One of thosse things, stablizing, trustworthy,
comforting, and reliable as blood circulating through our veins, was that
voice of Stewart - that heartbeat through those vocal cords, those words that
somehow summed up thoughts we didn't even know we were having until we heard
them put into vocals. I will now stop, because I think you know what I mean.
KShep87309
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Date: Mon, 26 May 1997
From: KShep87309@aol.com
Subject: Re: Some days you CAN win
Steve - Great humor! I really got a good chuckle from this. KShep87309
>It was, of course, Voyager which had the gold plated disk with the
>music on it, not Explorer. You will note the heavy, antiStewart bias of
>NASA (for all you conspiracy buffs out there) in that there was nothing
>from John on the disk...coincidence? I don't think so...<g>
>
>Take care,
>Steve
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Date: Mon, 26 May 1997
From: Robert <jen_rob_geo@earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
Dear KShep,
Very honest and true words here. I think the same about the music of
J.S. His is a very powerful statement for good and being alive as a
whole person. So often have I seen people consumed by their anger or
self-pity that I want to take them aside and say "Hey listen to this
guys stuff. He an't Jesus, but he's got a lot going for him!" I have
sent some of his songs to survivor NG's and such and the feedback I've
gotten about John's work(especially Children of the Morning) has been
wonderful. I think having a group like this helps us focus on the good
we can do for others as well as the positive energy we can put for to
those around us. Of course a little "Naked In The Sun." track doesn't
hurt!
TTFN,
Robert
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: Merle Stringfield <t_mstrin@qualcomm.com>
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
Hi Michelle,
Thanks for the opportunity!
I have loved John's music since I first heard "Mother Country" in 1969.
John's songs of the Heartland; the people and life's trails, have always
touched me very deeply. In '72, I moved to San Diego. On the way down, I
stopped for coffee in San Clemente and across the street on the markee of
the Four Muses it said, "John Stewart:One night only" I looked at my
watch, 1:00pm..."yea, I can kill 7 or 8 hours till THE MAN hits the stage"!
Well, he hit the stage alright....and along with Arnie 'wide load' Moore,
moved me as nothing ever has. His songs have provided inspiration to keep
on keeping on when it gets rough; to help others when they are down; to not
lose faith in human kind when you watch the news; to think of different
ways to say things. When I first heard of this e-mail group from my good
friend Greg Dennis, I was extrememly excited about the prospect of
communicating with other JS fanatics.....and it has been terrific!!!!The
fact that so many people, with such different backgrounds and views can
find a common ground within John's music, is very invigorating, and it is a
pleasure to be amoung all of you!!
Thanks,
Merle
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: Fred Grittner <fgrittner@earthlink.net>
Subject: RE: Why are we here?
Over the Memorial Day weekend I have been reading the responses to the
questions Michelle posted last week. It is pretty clear that we wouldn't be
on this list (and so faithful) if we didn't admire Angelbravo's work. It is
also clear from the posts that the lyrics are what draw the most response,
the most passion. Robert's post reminded me how important art and music can
be to individual's in special places and circumstances (permanent or
temporary).
I have to admit, however, that when I joined the list in December I thought
I might be in for some discussions about particular songs or albums, and
perhaps even some reviews on recent or past work. I haven't seen much of
that and that is disappointiing. I spent all winter listening exclusively to
the Big Guy's albums and have been curious if others on the list have
similar or different points of view. i threw out some ideas about Rocket Roy
and received one private reply. I don't expect the list to be music
reviewers but I would be interested in your observations if a new song or an
old song sparks something in you that makes it seem special or ties it to
some current event or such.
As a performing songwriter and a guy who likes to record music using drum
machines, MIDI sound modules, and software, my interest in Angelbravo's
songs from Homecoming releases onward is tilted more towards how he
arranges, records, and plays his music. Bottom line: his lyrics almost
always hit the mark and are enjoyable, provocative, etc. I think the
amazing part of his artistic journey is how he has used new technology
simply to help get his songs recorded. Rough Sketches is an example of less
is more yielding wonderful arrangements.
So that is my bias.
Having said that, I want to raise two questions surrounding the CD release
of Rought Sketches:
(1) Interview with an Angel. Am I the only one who prefers the cassette
version? I loved John's approach on the cassette: the haunting guitar
figure and his Raymond Chandler, world-weary voice speaking those lines. I
think the edge to the song is missing on the CD, now that he and Buffy are
singing the lines. And the music has become lighter. Kind of sounds like La
Bamba on the "interview with an angel" line. I think the comparison points
up how dramatically a song's feel can change, even if the lyrics remain the
same.
(2) Evangeline #2. The CD is well mastered (meaning all the sounds that
John recorded can be heard clearly) and I have nothing but praise for how
he used his roland drum machine except for Evangeline. The CD makes the
shaker (or hi-hat) that plays throughout the song an irritant to me, unlike
the cassette. And the snare drum that comes in at the end is too jarring.
I much prefer the Bandera Evangeline.
Any thoughts?
Fred
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: PBronson1@aol.com
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
Not only did John have a profound influence on us in the 70s, but what other
artist or writer has stood shoulder-to-shoulder with us through all the
ensuing years, making it possible to look back together -- with the help of
his eloquence and grace -- and gasp in wonder at where we used to be and how
we and America have changed? This is a very different thing from listening
to other voices from the 70s. (I have always loved the music of Tom Paxton,
Ian Tyson and Gordon Lightfoot, but let's face it, no one expects them to
create a "Rough Sketches".) To me only Paul Simon has the same kind of
vision (although he's been far less prolific)--which is why hearing John sing
"Boy in the Bubble" blows me away.
By the way, there's an album out by a new artist named Dan Bern. Although he
sounds more like Bob Dylan than John Stewart and pushes the taste envelope
("if Marilyn Monroe had married Henry Miller, she might still be alive . .
."), some of the lyrics are spellbinding. You might want to check this guy
out.
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: rcaplow@decisive.com (Randi Caplow)
Subject: Tribute Tape
Hi, Bloodliners. I've been getting a few messages regarding the tribute
tape, so I'd like to touch bases with everyone about it. Questions are:
What is the deadline? Who's recording what? And what about people
recording more than one or two songs? Here are my answers, which are
open for discussion.
1) Deadline. My guess is it'll take everyone at least 6 months to get
their tapes in. On our other list it took a year. I would envision
having the thing done by December, so that would mean having all tapes
in to me by early October, to allow a couple months to compile and
manufacture. If I get enough submissions sooner, we can do it sooner. Up
to you all.
2) Who's recording what? I'll post regularly as people send me what
songs they're doing, in case people don't want to repeat them. I don't
have a personal agenda regarding repeating songs, so it's up to the
participants. So far, people are doing: Bad Rats, Midnight Wind or Seven
Angels, You Can't Go Back to Kansas, Anna on a Memory, Strange Rivers,
Runaway Train, 18 Wheels.
3) People have announced that they've recorded more than one song,
sometimes three. Here's my take on that. We don't want the CD to be too
ridiculously long (or do we?). I guess that about 16 to 20 songs would
be good. If there are more submissions than will fit on one CD, I
propose we do a volume 2. I would personally like to allow as many
people as possible to get on it, so if people are recording multiple
songs, I'd rather the multiple songs get bumped to volume 2 than someone
who hadn't had a chance to get on at all. If it comes down to that, I
will start contacting people and asking them which song they want
prioritized for the first CD. I would appreciate feedback on how many
songs to include and what people think of my proposal.
I'm glad people are into the project. I propose to post your thoughts
publicly to the list so I don't need to repeat them. Thanks.
Randi Joy.
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: DMotley@aol.com
Subject: Re: Bandera
Fred,
I, too, prefer the Bandera version of Evangeline. In fact, I even prefer
the tape version of Bandera to the CD version. The tape has a real" rough
edge" sound to it. You might call it "soulful". That's what I think.
Keep it flyin' ,
Mott
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: Robert <jen_rob_geo@earthlink.net>
Subject: REQ: Song Lyrics
Hey All you Earth Riders out there!
Can anyone provide me with the lyrics to "Ballad of the Quiet Fighter"
from K.T. #16. I have certain parts running through my head and it's
driving me nuts. I hate an incomplete J.S. song!
Good Travels,
Robert
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: DMotley@aol.com
Subject: Re: Harry & Mary & Jim
I, too, am a Harry Chapin fan. When I think of him, I can't help thinking
about Jim Croce as well, since they were both from the same time period, and
both left us in their prime. BTW, I've often wondered if John's friend
,Mary Chapin Carpenter, is any relation to Harry. Does anyone know?
Keep it flyin' ,
Mott
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: CLYTN4@aol.com
Subject: John's Influence on Michael Nesmith
M Butters raised an interesting point a few days back about John maybe
influencing Michael Nesmith.
Personally I can't see much similarity but would like to know what others
think.
Apart from whatever contact John and Michael may have had in the mid-sixties,
around the time Daydream Believer was becoming a Monkees hit, I remember them
sharing the bill at one of the Zig-Zag magazine birthday concerts at London's
Roundhouse in the early 70s. I have no idea whether they got along or have
had any contact since.
Both are free spirits who have followed their own paths without compromise
and it would be interesting to know whether they have ever expressed any
opinions on each other's work and whether they ever considered working
together at all.
Thanks, M Butters for raising the subject.
John Clayton
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: Merle Stringfield <t_mstrin@qualcomm.com>
Subject: Re: John's Influence on Michael Nesmith
On the back of Michael Nesmith's album "Compilation", he thanks a number of
songwriters who influenced him along the way. John Stewart was one of the
people mentioned.
Merle
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: Pjhayesofc@aol.com
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
In a message dated 97-05-27, Fred wrote:
<< I have to admit, however, that when I joined the list in December I
thought
I might be in for some discussions about particular songs or albums, and
perhaps even some reviews on recent or past work. I haven't seen much of
that and that is disappointiing. >>
Fred I echo your comments. It would be nice to objectively discuss John's
music and career. I applaud your effort and if I had my Rough Sketches CD
(still in the mail!?) I'd love to agree or disagree with you.
Keep up the great work, Michelle - you are the list mistress of dreams.
Thanks to my friends who helped me with the chords to All Time Woman -
mission accomplished (off-list even).
Phil
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: Roy Fritz <RoyFritz@compuserve.com>
Subject: REQ: Song Lyrics
OK Robert
(Sorry to bore the rest of you with this but...)
Ballad of the Quiet Fighter JS (who else)
Oh, I stood watch-in' Oh, I stood wait - in'
And as the rivers of freedom run through this land
I'll be there for to lend you my hand.
(Spoken)
Well I listened to the shouting of those with their lies
who tore at the heart of the country of mine.
Oh - but here's where a quiet man with truth in his hand
Can make a stand and be heard in this land.
So, I stood watch-in' Oh, I stood wait - in'
And as the rivers of freedom run through this land
I'll be there for to lend you my hand.
(Spoken)
So I stood by the watch road till the October of their days
With the winds to my left and then far from the right blowing my way
But now is the hour, the time I can see
When we'll win with the truth that has made us so free.
So, I stood watch-in' Oh, I stood wait - in'
And as the rivers of freedom run through this land
I'll be there for to lend you my hand.
Oh, I stood watch-in', Oh I stood wait-in'.
Copyright 1963 Sausalito Music Corp
I have a couple of Old KT songbooks
Roy
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: delausa@mailbox.syr.edu (Del Lausa)
Subject: RE: Why are we here?
Fred,
In addition to valuing the "community" offered here, I, too, am interested
in the kinds of questions you raise.
(IMHO, as always)The interesting thing about the technology is that it
changes the nature of the end product. A studio album is a pretty
collaborative effort. One person with a few instruments, a drum machine,
and a computer is more like the poet in his isolation and in the degree of
control he has over the work. In that regard I find myself vastly prefering
the small-label recordings that don't invlove outside producers or even
other musicians.
[John, I would love to know how *you* think the technology impacts your work.]
>(1) Interview with an Angel. Am I the only one who prefers the cassette
>version?
I, too, like the cassette version a lot. It has a lost weariness that is
considerably reduced in the CD version. For my part, though, I most value
hearing multiple versions. I'd rather have both than one or the other. The
tape version is richer now that I have also heard the CD; the CD version is
an extension of the tape. It becomes very hard to draw the line. The notion
of a favorite becomes unintelligible, since they all become parts of a
larger whole, which continues to expand as long as new versions and
performances emerge. I think there are at least four released versions of
"Grace of Rain," and they are all very different. I guess I have four
"Evangeline"s, too. For me, the "song" is all of them--I like to make
personal tapes with all available recordings of a single song back to back.
The richness of experience of any particular version is multiplied by the
memory of the others.
That's my bias. I'm interested not so much in each individual song as I am
in the unfolding whole--the level at which the songs talk to one another.
I'd love to hear which songs connect to other songs for people here. I'd
really like to know John's thoughts on the topic of revision and the
relationships among songs.
John: when you revise a song, do you feel like the new version is the
"right" version, or just another version? Do you feel like you're
correcting a flaw in the old version or just exploring another possibility?
Are there any particular separate songs that you think of as versions or
extensions of one another. (The Folk Opera seems to work toward thinking
about those connections).
del
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: Bluesy33@aol.com
Subject: Re: Bandera
In a message dated 97-05-27 17:41:57 EDT, you write:
<< , I too, prefer the Bandera version of Evangeline. >>
All a matter of taste I guess.....I really like the Rough Sketches taped
version.....Blue
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Date: Tue, 27 May 97
From: "Luke N. Havumaki" <lnhfbo@polaristel.net>
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
>Why are you here?
Why am I here? Probably the same reason as everyone else, John's music
has obviously had an impact on us. On me personally, I think it's the
images his words produce and the honesty apparent in them.
What do you gain from being a part of this group?
I gain because the sum is greater than the individual parts.
Understanding everyone else's point of view or interpretation adds to my
own enjoyment.
>Do you mostly lurk? Why do you lurk and not post?
Lurking has such a negative connotation, could we refer to that activity
as interested non-participatory activities? I throw my two cents in
every once in a while. The times I don't are either because of lack of
time, the personal conversation/missive between two others needs no
response from me, or I feel I can't add anything more important.
>Have you found this medium to be a free flow of ideas? Do you feel
>comfortable expressing your opinions, especially if they won't be met with
>agreement from the more prolific posters?
Yes, I think so. The attitude of those prolific writers appears to be
mostly ambivalent toward those who disagree.
>
>What are the advantages of this list over a list-serve (the aol folder)
The major one is that I do not belong to AOL and don't want to belong to
AOL.
Plug for Paul McCartney's new CD - Flaming Pie is pretty darn good!
(Maybe not in Rough Sketches league, but what is?)
Luke
There is a train and it runs by my room
And the train is called reality and it's coming way too soon.-John Stewart
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Date: Tue, 27 May 97
From: "Luke N. Havumaki" <lnhfbo@polaristel.net>
Subject: Fred's Questions
I haven't heard the other version of Interview With an Angel, but I think
the interplay between Buffy and John is one of the song's obvious pluses.
I love the "lose the mustache" line. Imagine coming face to face with a
celestial being and when asking for advice you receive personal hygiene
tips. Nice touch.
Luke
There is a train and it runs by my room
And the train is called reality and it's coming way too soon.-John Stewart
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: gerry clark <bearman@worldnet.att.net>
Subject: Re: Harry & Mary & Jim
DMotley@aol.com wrote:
>
> I, too, am a Harry Chapin fan. When I think of him, I can't help thinking
> about Jim Croce as well, since they were both from the same time period, and
> both left us in their prime. BTW, I've often wondered if John's friend
> ,Mary Chapin Carpenter, is any relation to Harry. Does anyone know?
>
> Keep it flyin' ,
> Mott
mott,
a kind of off topic aside...i met harry chapin once, years ago, when i
was working for a congressman in pa. i was able to tell him that i saw
the truck crash he made famous in "30000 lbs. of Bananas"...it happened
in my neighborhood in scranton, pa. he was greatly amused to run into
someone who saw it.
gerry clark
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: "L. Kent Martin" <martink@mindspring.com>
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
>Not only did John have a profound influence on us in the 70s, < ... >>By
the way, there's an album out by a new artist named Dan Bern. Although he
>sounds more like Bob Dylan than John Stewart and pushes the taste envelope
>("if Marilyn Monroe had married Henry Miller, she might still be alive . .
>."), some of the lyrics are spellbinding. You might want to check this guy
>out.
Yes, agreed! Just heard this song t'other day on the radio and it made such
an impression on me. Great tune, lyrics you gotta listen to ... definitely
a talent to watch and hear. Good catch!
Missouri Bird,
Kent
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: "L. Kent Martin" <martink@mindspring.com>
Subject: Re: My Personal Journy & Why?
>Dear John,
>
> It is 1 A.M. and I am so pleased to hear from you. I was sleeping. < ...
>This is >something truly lacking in the world of music these days.
>
> Bright Blessings,
>
> Robert
Your angel soul is what saved you, Robert. John helped you listen. So glad
you're part of our family.
Michelle: Here I was, catching up with the fascinating flood your query
triggered the past few days, struggling to come up with my own 2 cents
plain(all they're ever worth anyway) ... and along comes Robert's story.
Boom! Connection made for all of us, Robert, many thanks to you.
And I guess this is what we've all said, in varying forms and fashions this
week. John's music and lyrics speak to us, through us, for us and in us.
Bloodlines help us all connect and reflect.
Next best thing to being there.
God bless you all real good.
Missouri Bird,
Kent
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Date: Tue, 27 May 1997
From: "L. Kent Martin" <martink@mindspring.com>
Subject: RE: Why are we here?
>Over the Memorial Day weekend I have been reading the responses to the
>questions Michelle posted last week. < ... > And the snare drum that comes
in at the end is too jarring.
>I much prefer the Bandera Evangeline.
>
>Any thoughts?
>
>Fred
Uh ... ummmm ... y'know, Fred, I really liked your thought about stirring up
chatter about songs and albums and stuff but then you went to talk about
"Rough Sketches" ... and, well, I haven't listened to it yet! And with all
of the raves the CD has garnered lately, I feel like I gotta apologize to
everyone for being behind in my required listening (yes, I WILL order it
pronto).
(Whoosh ... feel like I just stepped out of the confessional ... )
Anyway, not to digress from your interesting perspective but I just wanted
to mention that I have played "Airdream Believer" in my car constantly since
December and STILL find new stuff on it nearly everyday. "Ghost Inside of
Me" has taken on an incredible new meaning for me this year and I can't stop
listening to it. So much of this tape is dead-on perfection.
Missouri Bird,
Kent
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Date: Wed, 28 May 1997
From: Angelbravo@aol.com
Subject: RE: Why are we here?
[This message may have contained graphics created by a Magic Cap device on
America Online.]
Dear bloodlines@world.std.com,
Songs are always growing, changing, minimizing, reshaping.
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Date: Wed, 28 May 1997
From: Angelbravo@aol.com
Subject: Re: Harry & Mary & Jim
[This message may have contained graphics created by a Magic Cap device on
America Online.]
Dear bloodlines@world.std.com,
,Mary Chapin Carpenter, is any relation to Harry. Does anyone know?
Mott her middle name is Chapin, she's no relation to Harry Chapin. She is
Scott Carpenter's illegitimate daughter.
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Date: Wed, 28 May 1997
From: Bluesy33@aol.com
Subject: Re: Harry & Mary & Jim
<< Scott Carpenter's >>
As in Mercury Seven's Scott Carpenter...............
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Date: Wed, 28 May 1997
From: GeoScher@aol.com
Subject: Re: Tribute Tape
Just to let you know, I am one who hopes to contribute to the tribute tape.
I am going into the studio next month to lay down some solo tracks, one or
two of which will be JS songs, so October will be no problem for me. I plan
to record both Some Lonesome Picker and Great White Cathedrals, one of which
is going to be on my new CD. I'm really looking forward to it.
Thanks,
George S
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Date: Wed, 28 May 1997
From: Robert <jen_rob_geo@earthlink.net>
Subject: Re: My Personal Journy & Why?
Dear Kent,
Thanks for the words man. I am very glad that my story has touched so
many "liners" out there. Being able to express the joy John's music
brought to my childhood here means a great deal. I hope to express that
in person to him in the future.
Always a Wingless Angel but survivng non the less,
Robert
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: "R.Geddes" <geddes@mcb.net>
Subject: Re: John's Influence on Michael Nesmith
>Apart from whatever contact John and Michael may have had in the mid-sixties,
>around the time Daydream Believer was becoming a Monkees hit, I remember them
>sharing the bill at one of the Zig-Zag magazine birthday concerts at London's
>Roundhouse in the early 70s. I have no idea whether they got along or have
>had any contact since.
>Both are free spirits who have followed their own paths without compromise
>and it would be interesting to know whether they have ever expressed any
>opinions on each other's work and whether they ever considered working
>together at all.
>Thanks, M Butters for raising the subject.
>John Clayton
Rumours were that RCA recorded the gig..it was advertised in Melody
Maker, but nothing happened. Is it true, Angel Bravo?
Rod.
- --
R.Geddes
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: Angelbravo@aol.com
Subject: Re: Harry & Mary & Jim
[This message may have contained graphics created by a Magic Cap device on
America Online.]
Dear bloodlines@world.std.com,
Scott Carpenter Mecury 7 correctoid
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: "L. Kent Martin" <martink@mindspring.com>
Subject: Re: Harry & Mary & Jim
>[This message may have contained graphics created by a Magic Cap device on
>America Online.]
>
>Dear bloodlines@world.std.com,
>Scott Carpenter Mecury 7 correctoid
No way!
Way?
Missouri Bird,
Kent
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: "L. Kent Martin" <martink@mindspring.com>
Subject: Re: Why are we here?
>>Why are you here?
>Why am I here? Probably the same reason as everyone else, John's music
>has obviously had an impact on us. On me personally, I think it's the
>images his words produce and the honesty apparent in them.
And besides, it's so nice to relax with friends after a long, hard day.
Missouri Bird,
Kent
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: Angelbravo@aol.com
Subject: Untitled
[This message may have contained graphics created by a Magic Cap device on
America Online.]
Dear bloodlines@world.std.com,
FOR SALE!!!!!!
TAYLOR ACCOUSTIC BASS
For those who want that upright bass like sound with the style and
portability of a large guitar. Like new condition with long scale neck,
inboard pick up, soft padded, easy to carry travel case. Great for
recording and live gigs. They don't make many of these. New list $2700.00 FOR
SALE for only$2200.!!! plus shipping. Even Dave thought this one was TOO
COOL!! Write Angelbravo@aol.com Right away. If you've bee looking for THE
accoustic bass without the hassel of a stand up, THIS IS IT!
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: Angelbravo@aol.com
Subject: Untitled
>Rumours were that RCA recorded the gig..it was advertised in Melody
>Maker, but nothing happened. Is it true, Angel Bravo?
Never heard about that one and would have. I'd have to say not true.
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: Angelbravo@aol.com
Subject: Re: Harry & Mary & Jim
>Mercury 7
>NO WAY!!
JOKE WAY
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: DMotley@aol.com
Subject: Re: Chat
Dear fellow "Bloodliners" ,
Michelle and Ron have duly authorized me to moderate our next on-line chat,
which is scheduled for next Tuesday, June 3'rd at 6:30 pm Pacific (9:30
Eastern). Dave has assured me that he will be with us at that time. No
confirmation on John as yet.
I hope many of you will be with us at that time at the"neonroad" chat room on
aol. If you have any ideas for topics please E-Mail me at:
DMotley@aol.com Hope to "see" you then, and remember to........ Keep it
flyin' , Mott
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: Jerry Tregaskis <tregaski@max-net.com>
Subject: Re: Welcome to bloodlines
I first met John in 1967 when he was with the KT and enjoyed the songs
he wrote which they were singing. When he released "Signals through the
glass" in 1968 I immediately bought a copy and was 'hooked' from thew
beginning. I have since bought every LP & CD I can find which John has
put out and thoroughly enjoy every one of them. Unfortunately they are
hard to find in my area so I am glad to find that I can order them
through Folk Era or directly from Homecoming.
I look forward to keeping up with john's happenings through
'Bloodlines'. keep up the good work.
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Date: Thu, 29 May 1997
From: VinylDr@aol.com
Subject: Re: My Personal Journy & Why?
Well, BLrs, I'm finally going to write. Yes, it's me, the REAL record store
owner that sells ONLY vinyl who is writing today because a lot of people have
already called the store for tickets which I am more than happy to sell and
know I have followed John for MANY years as we all have on this forum.
Actually, I was going to sit down after my 50th birthday and write with
fervor until Robert's entry hit me like a ton of bricks.......Robert, my man,
I had the same experience many years ago (not with my parents, thank God,
but....) I buried it and I respect what it took to actually bring it up.
Then, of course, the perpetrator was actually taken care of BEFORE the legal
system changed the rules. Anyway, I had to back up after your post and
regroup.....I also am looking forward to meeting you in Capitola (or in my
store for that matter) IF I can get tickets!!!! God bless you, Robert, (and
I'm an agnostic).....
That being said, yes, I am selling the tickets for the 28 June show. This
place used to be the 1st Baptist Church many years ago and was one of the
five places I was baptized (the baptismal was turned into a concession
stand!!!!). The acoustics are VERY good. Please come to the show (and as a
personal plug, allow your self time to come into my store American Pie
Records and see John's "stuff" all over the place...some people call it a
shrine!!!!) hopefully John will tell all of us on stage or here why/how he
became involved with JODI House. A reason again why "The Man" is respected.
Why am I here??? I met John with the Trio, fell BIG TIME into his
songwriting, and have spent THOUSANDS of dollars getting everything I could
by him, the Trio,
Harry Chapin and Phil Ochs (the last not exactly a "storyteller", but a
terrific lyricist
to be sure). We then met each other again while working for Bobby Kennedy (I
was at the Ambassador that fateful night...six months later I was on my way
to Vietnam) and then now to this point have seen him over 100 times. Through
4 ex-wives and 14 months in the 'Nam, and raising my two sons with NO help
from their mom, his music IS the medium!!!! Thanks again, John!!!!
Especially after coming back to the "world" and getting spit on and called a
baby burner at SF Intl. I was also priviliged to be at the Phoenix Concerts
which is without a doubt my FAVORITE LP of all time....and God knows with
40000 in stock in my store and 5000 in my front room, I've heard a LOT of
music!!!!
Since Michelle "hooked me up" to Bloodlines (I REALLY know ZEERO about
computers...this is my wife's!!!) on the 12th of this month I have read every
posting
and as I said I will respond to those ASAP. Thanks again, Michelle and Ron,
too, for his website!!!! Besides my birthday happenings (50 damned sure
beats the alternative) I have been busy with the Traveling Vietnam Veterans
Memorial which was at the Beach in Santa Barbara for a week, and then
Memorial Day is a give for being active. Things are finally slowing down
after MASSIVE record purchases this month. I FINALLY got my hands on "Rockin
Anna" (no wonder you don't/won't ever do it in concert, John) and the
Nashville Street Singers 45...(almost as bad as the first one, but
EVERYBODY's gotta start somewhere!!!!)
I. for one am VERY glad you stuck with your craft!!!!!
OK, that's enough for now......With The Heart Of A Kid, I <DO!!> Remember
America!!!!!! And I HAVE driven The Neon Road
Vinylly, The Doc (Dennis)
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