Posted by: Jay Reamey on Wed, Feb 01 at 06:26:24 EST
Toured in: 88ss & 89os
Greetings All from the Motor City,
This place is a mad house here in Detroit. What a rush! Kind of reminds me of the old World Wide Talent Contest. If there are any priors coming to the Super Bowl this week, look me up. My info is on the priors address page.
Francine, can you add me to the Email reunion? Thanks
Mac, you said it, I haven't seen anyone do a Michael Jackson routine better than Daryl Harris with the exception of maybe Mike himself.
Shout outs to all past, present and future TIB and AFE.
Jay R.
"thedudefrommotown"
Posted by: Colleen Lemorie on Wed, Feb 01 at 11:24:21 EST
Hello all. My name is Colleen Lemorie. My husband is SrA Michael Lemorie who has been picked to sing for the 2006 tour. He's in Texas now, and I feel a million miles away from this great venture. I was hoping that popping in here and saying hi would help me to feel more connected to Mike's fabulous opportunity.
So, hi. What's up?
~Colleen~
Posted by: Kande DeGrasse-Steele on Wed, Feb 01 at 15:14:33 EST
Toured in: AF Ret
Am inquiring if Edward Jones is still doing staging for TIB? If you are out there, Slim, would love to hear from you. Anyone who missed '92 TIB, missed one of the best shows ever done! Slim, you are the so talented! Kande
Posted by: Billy Evanochko on Wed, Feb 01 at 15:24:27 EST
Chief, hope your well haven't posted in a while. Just wanted to let my crew out there in Blueland know that I am in the studio finishing my original record. check out the new site for more info.
www.billyevanochko.com
Posted by: Billy Evanochko on Wed, Feb 01 at 15:26:48 EST
Oh by the way..................HERE WE GO STEELERS, HERE WE GO
Posted by: Corey M. Sims on Wed, Feb 01 at 17:31:27 EST
Toured in: 2004
Hey blue family. just wanted to wish 2006 good luck on their first day of staging. Remember 06, you can get through it
Posted by: Ashley Montgomery on Wed, Feb 01 at 19:19:30 EST
Toured in: 02/04 Wife
Colleen- It does get really hard with a loved one on the road. But you have to remember it is hard for them as well the best advice I can give is to stay involved. He will want and need to tell you about all the things going on good and bad. Also see him as often as you can I went to 23 different show and participated in the whole process believe me it helps and sometimes thats the only time you have. Please don't hesitate to e-mail me or call at (405)213-0276 Like I said it will be hard but I know I am so proud to say I am the wife of a TIB prior.
With Love
Ashley
Posted by: Gerald "Mac" McMillian on Wed, Feb 01 at 21:45:14 EST
Toured in: 88ss, 89ss
89 State Side in the house, hook me up Francine.
Jay, What about them Bad Bad Boys, looking pretty Bad. Do you still remember the words to America?
Mac "the driver"
Posted by: Yoda G (AKA: Gerry) on Thu, Feb 02 at 03:38:01 EST
Toured in: Hmm, seems ta me
Just a brief note (laughs),
Larry Frey '06, I know that right about now you are knee deep in the 'muck and the mire' of staging.....(heh, heh...), and that you probably won't have even a second of free time to check your e-mail or the board etc. (heh, heh...), but if you DO get ta sneak a peak....and you read this....I just want you AND ALL of '06 ta know, that anything yall need I'm here for ya! For real! Breona, you know whassup! Show 'em how its done girl! And Larry ("GK jr."?), get it done pal! And call or e-mail me your new cell when you catch your breadth! LOL (heh, heh).
Luv you all and know you all can do it! We're all pullin' and "rootin'" for ya out here in prior land! You're in good hands now.....but if yall need us....that's what we're here for! We been there, and we can "feel your pain!" (toil). But it's all worth it! Every drop of sweat and/or tears. Give it your ALL yall! 110%...and then some! Pop til ya drop! And remember...(Like "Peppridge Faaahrms")...only da strong survive!!! Never give up, never quit, never look back, and NEVER EVER say "I can't" in staging!!! Right yall! It's "no problem Sir....just tell me what ya need! CAN DO!"
Lookin' 4ward to hearin' road updates as yall progree
Yoda G out (like them sea-idle seagulls! LOL....go Burgh! Make papa Bradshaw proud!!
Sorries Chris.....hope that was'nt too long. I'll try to stay off fer awhile and slim down the character count fer ya! Got sooooo much ta say, and so much luv, info, intel., and Blue esprit de corps to spread around! Sorry if I po'ed ne1! Luv u all! ----Yoda G
Posted by: Jay Reamey on Thu, Feb 02 at 05:55:34 EST
Toured in: 88ss & 89os
Mac, them Bad Boys are too too tough.
Huh Hum (clearing my throat)
" America is, the share cropper's son, who plays a guitar and grows up to be a rock & roll star...yes even a share cropper's son can go far...in America.........
" America is, the immigrant's daughter, with something to say and grows up to be a writer one day.....an immigrant's daughter can turn out o.k......in America..America.....(take it to the bridge).
You know the rest.
That song will forever be cemented in my brain.
Take Care
Jay R.
Posted by: Kristin Gwitt on Thu, Feb 02 at 15:44:57 EST
Toured in: 2002
ATTENTION ANYONE WHO LIVES IN BOSTON
If there is any priors in the Boston area could you please contact me. I would greatly appreicate it.
Very respectfully
Kristin Gwitt
-Also: Angie Long - fried okra... yummmm
Posted by: Francine on Thu, Feb 02 at 16:55:01 EST
Toured in: 88ss & 89os
I LOVE that song! I LOVE Jays voice...
Grinder--You're in!
Love,
Cen
Posted by: Los on Thu, Feb 02 at 21:03:29 EST
Toured in: 2004
Hi all! Saw the movie Beyond the Sea, and I thought I'd share you the lyrics to one of the last songs that was sung:
Off comes the makeup,
Off comes the clown's disguise
The curtain's falling, the music softly dies
But I hope you're smiling as your filing out the door
As they say in this biz that's all there is,
There isn't any more
We've shared our moment
And as the moment ends
I've got a funny feeling we're parting now as friends
Your cheers and laughter will linger after they've torn down these dusty walls
If I had this to do again
I would spend it with you again...
People say I was made for this
Nothing else would I trade for this and just think I get paid for this ..
Good night Ladies and gentlemen and God love you....
2004-Hope all is well!
2005-It's almost done! I'll see y'all at Randolph in a couple of weeks! Jen will see you in ABQ!
2006-Welcome to staging! I'll stop by and say hi.
Everyone-hope the year is going well!
-Los
Posted by: Walt on Fri, Feb 03 at 13:49:58 EST
Toured in: 2001
John Williams... you my man 50-Grand and all, but this girl right-cher is OFF DA CHAIN!
HUMBLE
COURTEOUS
POLITE
GENUINE
CUTE
PROPERLY DRESSED
And to top it off...
CAN STR8 UP BLOW!! Country or Jazz!
She truly inspired me today to WORK ON MY CRAFT!!
THIS.....
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IS HOW ITS DONE! http://www.idolspot.com/video/Paris_Bennett_audition.wmv
Walt
Posted by: Kerri on Fri, Feb 03 at 15:17:58 EST
Toured in: 2003
Walt,
OH MY GAWD... She makes me want to sing! They should've just made her the Amrican Idol right there... no contest. I wonder if we could recruit her, I mean she is only 17... hmm....
Thanks for sharing, man!
KB
Posted by: ""JJ" Prior on Sat, Feb 04 at 10:11:39 EST
Toured in: 97
Greetings to all of my family!!! I'm never on the board, but just wanted to send a BIG shout out to OUR TIB prior, Antonio Dandridge, for performing in the Super Bowl parties. I had a chance to see him perform last night in Detroit and the boy is MAGIC on stage. Antonio, if you're reading this, it would be long before we're buying your CD. Your stage presence and VOICE are way beyond your years. When I saw you backstage, your professionalism was a breath of fresh air in this rude business! Much luck to you bro! Conrats again!
"JJ" Prior
Posted by: Dean R. De Leon on Sat, Feb 04 at 19:54:58 EST
Toured in: 1992
Doing a quick drive by of the BBS and just wanted to pass a big hello to everyone out there in Blue land and to correct what is a gross and shameful under-representation on the thread here:
GO SEAHAWKS!!
... ok, I'm better now. ;-)
Dean
Posted by: Kahlil on Sat, Feb 04 at 20:23:48 EST
Toured in: wit Walt
Just watched that Paris Bennett thing. Damn.
Posted by: jai on Sun, Feb 05 at 16:33:02 EST
Toured in: 02/04
Kristin: you finnaly know about some fried okra, good on ya.
Walt/Kahlil: You almost have to be that good when your
grandmother is who she is
Posted by: Yoda G (AKA: Gerry) on Mon, Feb 06 at 01:26:03 EST
Toured in: Super Bowl XL!
Gooooooo Burgh!
Quick one yall! Is it just me, or did that HUGE tounge shaped stage for the Stones just like fall out of the sky!!!! How in the WORLD did they get that monstrosity set up that quick????? LOL!
And can old Charlie Watts still throw down a groove or what???? Grey hair and all! Them guys are like the eighth wonder of the world of music! What kinda tea are they drinkin'? Human growth hormones or what? Better than watchin' McCartney I reckon! LOL. But I'd rather see the Blue back up there!
Posted by: Kellee Ryan on Mon, Feb 06 at 09:01:40 EST
Toured in: 95, etc
Hey Blue
OKay, maybe I'm just a purist but the Rolling Stones doing the Superbowl halftime is like Garth Brooks doing a halftime show at the World Cricket Championships. Its an American sport, put some American icons up on the stage - not some dusty, 60-year old British guys! Sorry, Stones fans.
If I were in charge of picking the entertainment, KISS would have been up there singing "Detroit Rock City" in full makeup, segue to Madonna and Aretha doing Madonna's "Respect Yourself", and wrap it up with Kid Rock and Eminem in a duet of KR's "American Badass". Now THAT would have been a crazy Superbowl halftime show, and a great tribute to the city itself.
Of course, KISS, Madonna, Aretha, Kid Rock, and Eminem are just the Plan B if we couldn't get Tops in Blue to play the gig. :)
Love ya Blue
The Wolverine of Love
Posted by: Paul on Mon, Feb 06 at 11:42:49 EST
Toured in: 01
I thought the stones were terrible. I don't mind the Rolling Stones but didnt it sound like they didn't know the songs? Mick was forgetting his lyrics and leaving blank spots all over the place where he was supposed to be singing. The guitars were all over the place except in the pocket. Please tell me if Im wrong. Did anyone else see what I saw?
Posted by: La-Kee on Mon, Feb 06 at 12:19:26 EST
Toured in: 2003
OH MY GOODNESS!!!!! That girl Paris Bennett's voice is CRAZY!!!! I was terribly humbled and motivated when I heard it. I'm not an AI fan, but I gotta see this chick win!
Posted by: Francine on Mon, Feb 06 at 12:23:38 EST
Toured in: 88 & 89!
With you all the way KELLEE! On the flip side, Word Cup Soccer entertainment may be considered "over-the-top cute & corny," but at least it is reflective of the host country or the countries represented in play. Haven’t seen a worthy Half-time since "World of children’s dreams!"
--So, when is the next TIB Superbowl Halftime Chief?
I wasn’t a big fan of last years show either, but would still rather see Sir Paul doing anything (including having a wardrobe malfunction) than what I saw yesterday. :-)
I confess, I was pulling for the underdogs--sorry JAY. Glad for you though, & am sure you’ll get more rest tonight!
Love you blue folks!
Posted by: Walt on Mon, Feb 06 at 12:37:18 EST
Toured in: 2001
On the Half-Time show... New name could be the "Passing Stones"
Walt
Posted by: Kerri on Mon, Feb 06 at 12:45:35 EST
Toured in: 2003
Geez folks, I'd be happy if I can even walk on a stage (or behind one in my case) when I'm 62 yrs old. It wasn't THAT bad for a bunch of "geezers". The crowd was digging them and that's really all that matters, right?
Posted by: Francine on Mon, Feb 06 at 12:46:29 EST
Toured in: 88 & 89
Now, THAT was funny!
Posted by: Francine on Mon, Feb 06 at 13:14:59 EST
Toured in: 88 & 89
I just want to age with grace... not clinging to things of the past, my youth, my BLUE days, "my prime," the transient, like the physical, and focus on things which can’t be taken away. Longfellow said "Age is opportunity NO LESS than youth itself, though in another dress..." I think it’s just more difficult for some than others, to "change their dress."
Posted by: Ian on Mon, Feb 06 at 13:22:41 EST
Toured in: 02
I am sorry to say, I thought the show was pretty bad. I respect their abilities and age and drive and all that stuff...But that guitar sound was awful and very sloppy. Just because you are old doesn't mean you lose your technical ability. I saw Stephane Grappelli in his wheelchair in his 90's and put on a great show. JMHO. Sorry,
Posted by: Ryan on Mon, Feb 06 at 14:11:37 EST
Toured in: 2002
Didn't like the Stones show either -- One thing though Paul, some of the blank spots in the vocals were edited lyrics that were deleted because they were risque, or curse words. The Super Bowl was broadcast on a 5 second delay after the 'wardrobe malfunction.' But you're right about the pocket, the two guitar players were never with each other or the drums, who wasn't with the bass, and Mick was in his own world. Maybe they used the same wireless monitors we used in '02... :) {I know our band loved them}
Posted by: Yoda G (Geezer G...LOL!) on Mon, Feb 06 at 14:43:59 EST
Toured in: "passed a few...
LAUGHS! All I gotta say is you all are Soooooo #### funny and tough ta please! "Geezers"????LOL.....that's hard....but funny! And Walt bro......that was right on! Gotta be honest about it too the din of the crowd in the huge 3,000 sq foot sportsbar/brewery pub I was in was so loud that I honestly could barely hear the vocals. I was more or less focused on the drummer who was actually holdin' it down pretty well....all things considered! And it ain't easy playing behind a plexi-shield like that in a stadium yall! Talk about sound issues! That's gotta be a nightmare!
But....on the other hand, all of what was said above I found to be true....but can neither confirm nor deny! Who's next from the British geriatric invasion??? Sting??? I can handle Sting.....but M&M yall????? NOT!!! Nooooo please! Where was Tina Turner last night wit dem fish net stockin' she use to wear with old man Mic singin' "Brown Sugah..." LOL! I saw the wheel chairs folded up in the back of that Escalade limo they showed on the field after the game! And they weren't for the Steelers yo! LOL!
Geezers Walt? Dang bro.....too tough! TIB priors are tough crowd to please! Keep the Stones jokes comin' yall I can't stop weezin'! Well....at least they ain't all bloated up like ol "Big El" -vis wuz! Right? LOL Geezers still got game yo.....and TOO MUCH $! Swhy they studied Econ in college! All about that brand recognition and marketing hype! Brits got that down! Member Diana Ross in the helicopter Airborne assault! Lawd what next! And she never droipped the mike once yall! Musta been glued to her hand! LOL
Yoda Geezer out....like the..Geritol!
Posted by: Francine on Mon, Feb 06 at 15:07:36 EST
Toured in: 88&89!
Yeah... & where was BERNIE w/his Batman suite?
...or BARRY in anything from Victoria's Secret? Still don't know why they don't have a "Victor's Secret?"
Posted by: Kristin Gwitt on Mon, Feb 06 at 15:09:31 EST
Toured in: 2002
Paul, Ian, Ryan, and all other Superbowl "disappointees":
Because this TIB Web page is "for family use" I am going to water this comment down...
I think the Stones, might have been energized on just more than the superbowl and the crowd... If you know what I am saying.
This can cause a loss of body control, memory, and overall ability to function correctly, let alone preform.
But, good on em' for not passing out before the show was over!!!
GO NFL
Also: Mad prop's to all those lived the fried okra lifestyle in the south!
Kristin
Posted by: Walt on Mon, Feb 06 at 16:15:50 EST
Toured in: 2001
Maybe I'm behind the times, but Jeri would never let us wear Sequence jackets and Nike Shox shoes on stage!
Do yo' thang Mick... I ain't mad'atcha!
And him remebering the words... TOO EASY!
Posted by: jai on Mon, Feb 06 at 16:26:42 EST
Toured in: 02/04
Kellee: I never thought of that combination. Madonna and Aretha...interesting...but you're right, Motor City tribute would've been nice.
So often the the term "entertainer" gets misused. For some strange reason now days just because you make 6-7 figures a year singing, dancing, playing and such you automatically get the job title of "entertainer". Man, I remember back in the day when being entertaining made you an entertainer. Times they are a-changin'!!!
But yes, congrats to the "Kidney Stones" for not falling out on stage. They've got one up on Jamell in that department.
Walt: Correction, it's sequins as opposed to the forever misspelled and mispronounced "sequence". But then again, leave it to a vocalist to make a correction like that.
Posted by: Yoda G (Geezer patrol) on Mon, Feb 06 at 20:59:36 EST
Toured in: Pyramid of Gizer
All right yall....
Check out this link re: Superbowl half-time shows and the Rolling Stoned! LOL!
http://www.usatoday.com/life/music/news/2006-02-02-super-bowl-entertainment_x.htm
Told yall it was about hype and marketing! THEY DO IT FOR FREE!!!!! WHAT!!!! Well, the cheap tickets start at $600 a pop up to $10,000+!!! So they can afford to pay them if they wanted to! But its "free exposure and PR"......like the Stones really need any more of that! Them sock WERE a "wardrobe malfunction! LOL! Must be nice to be so rich that you can afford to be that decadent! LOL! And it still helps you sell more stuff! Shock value for real!
Posted by: Yoda G (Geezer patrol) on Mon, Feb 06 at 21:06:02 EST
Toured in: Pyramid of Gizer
P.S.
Jedi trainee Larry Frey......thanks for the update from staging. Looking forward to the next damage report! LOL. Hang in there! The fun has only just begun! Icy Hot for daze!
Yoda Geezer out!
Posted by: Kellee Ryan on Tue, Feb 07 at 05:17:53 EST
Toured in: 95, etc
Final Superbowl Halftime Thoughts...
A sixty year old guy singing about "he can't get no satisfaction" is no longer sexy, its downright creepy. And speaking of creepy, Keith Richards looks like an exceptionally talented taxidermist stuffed him with a guitar in his hand so they could lean him up onstage and no one would notice he's been dead for about five years. (Then again, alcohol is a preservative and those guys drank so much they probably aren't even biodegradable anymore).
2007 Superbowl Halftime Show Finalists (the show theme is Geriatrics Guarantee No Gratuitous Grabbing):
Crosby, Stills, Nash, and Young
The Monkees
The Bee Gees (or Bee Gee, since two died...three if you count Andy)
Posted by: Ian on Tue, Feb 07 at 08:18:54 EST
Toured in: 02
Thats what I was thinking...Detroit has SOOO many hall of famers in the music arena. Why could they not get somebody from Detroit? I heard something on NPR yesterday that was cool. Some dude tuned the horns of about 16 semi trucks to cover the scales/with some slight variations and they were jamming. Here's a little clip
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5192574
Speaking of jammin, yall need to check this chick out. She does all the stuff herself. She is an incredible one woman band chick with serious soul. I aint heard a chick like this since Eva Cassidy. She has some stuff on NPR as well...
http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=5187870
Her CD is not out in the US yet but I suggest getting this one.
Posted by: Walt on Tue, Feb 07 at 08:33:46 EST
Toured in: 2001
Jai... I'll add that word to my spell checker "AND SUCH"!
Posted by: Darryl McEachin on Tue, Feb 07 at 10:38:58 EST
Toured in: '92, '03
Hello all,
The most impressive thing to me about Paris Bennett's AI performance (next to her talent of course) was her humility! The girl has manners and is obviously appreciative of the opportunity. What a concept! Just proves that if you have that kind of real talent, there's no need for a chip on the shoulder. Refreshing to see.
Congrats to the 2005 cast as you bring it home. Sorry I didn't get to see you this year but I'm behind you none the less. All the best to 2006 selectees.
Blue love to all!
(the other brotha) DarrylM
Posted by: Walt on Tue, Feb 07 at 14:43:21 EST
Toured in: 2001
We lost a true motivator and backbone of the movement...
RIP Mrs. King.
Here is her Funeral Program from this mornings service.
http://alt.cimedia.com/ajc/pdf/kingfuneral/funeralprogram.pdf
Peace
Walt
Posted by: Dave M. on Tue, Feb 07 at 15:52:55 EST
Toured in: 2 - volunteer
Afternoon Blue,
Looking forward to seeing you again at the Holloman
AFB show.
Dave M.
Phoenix
Posted by: Paul on Tue, Feb 07 at 15:55:03 EST
Toured in: 01
I heard Robin Williams say something funny once.
"After a nuclear holocost, nothing will live except cockroaches. OH,,and Kieth Richards."
Posted by: Andi Andrews on Tue, Feb 07 at 15:55:11 EST
Toured in: New 06
TIB Priors,
Thanks for all the support. No, I am not emailing from staging. I went to TX to get started, but I had to return to my home station to finish a project before my final release.
So, I'm back home with a lot more time than I had at staging...just wanted to ask if there are any of the prior tour directors out there. I'm looking for some helpful hints on things to watch out for, be aware of, and how to take care of business on the road. I'm one of those people who takes a lot of notes, so please contact me via my email address if you have any advice for me. :)
Your help is greatly appreciated. I'm just so excited to be going!!! A big THANK YOU to TIB 2005 for the extra push. I wish you the best in the remainder of your tour and look forward to seeing you at the finish line. :)
God bless,
Andi
Posted by: Francine on Tue, Feb 07 at 17:25:41 EST
Toured in: 88 & 89
Not a prior TD, but... do watch out for hungry Tech's!
Posted by: Laura on Tue, Feb 07 at 18:43:06 EST
Toured in: 2004
Andi - I was TD in '04 - tried to e-mail you, but your account bounced it back. E-mail me if you want to chat.
2005 - Push through!
Posted by: Kerri on Tue, Feb 07 at 19:27:10 EST
Toured in: 2003
True, you might be the worlds greatest performer, but there's always the mic you have to sing into (what?), and wardrobe you have to wear (gasp!), and platforms you have to stand on (whoa!), and the lights you are lit by (where?), and the drivers to get you there (pothole!)...
Take care of your Techs! They have to audition as well, and are PART of the Team...not just filling a supporting role.
Posted by: Kerri on Tue, Feb 07 at 19:34:59 EST
Toured in: 2003
Oh, and '03 can attest to this one... DO NOT let the Team watch any of the "Final Destination" movies (especially II) on the bus... they bring bad juju!
Right Josh? I still think it was all your fault! We watched "FDII" on a long road trip and within hours of each other, we blew tires on Stagecoach AND the Music Box...out in the middle of nowhere, on a deserted highway (felt like it at least) and we were freaked out and knew the next logging truck that came along had our names on it! (in the middle of Oklahoma or where ever? unlikely!)
Posted by: Christian on Tue, Feb 07 at 20:16:43 EST
Toured in: 04
I just wanted to know if TIB was performing at Wright-Patterson on March 8th as planned. Please let me know so I can take the day off from work.
-Chris
Posted by: Kahlil on Tue, Feb 07 at 20:30:23 EST
Toured in: 1 truck, 1 bus
TIB Prior Colonel Gary Smith has recently retired. Started out as enlisted, drummer for TIB, I know he toured with Bernie but I don't know what years (in the 70s). Please send him some love and prayers.
Posted by: Hersh on Tue, Feb 07 at 22:39:44 EST
Toured in: 97
HOW 'BOUT THEM STEELERS!!!
Posted by: Lola Ross on Tue, Feb 07 at 22:56:25 EST
Toured in: '00
Posted by: Lola Ross on Tue, Feb 07 at 23:05:45 EST
Toured in: '00
OOPS! Sorry about that blank message above. My fingers got confused. Anyway......
Just wanted to remind everyone that tomorrow night (Wednesday)is the 1st Hollywood auditions for American Idol, so keep your eyes and ears out for John.
Kellee, just wanted to let you know that there are two Bee Gee's still around, Barry and Robin. I like the Bee Gee's and wasn't sure that Robin had passed and as far as I know, he's still around.
TIB 2006, looking forward to seeing you here at Scott next month. Only a few more weeks to go. Keep your heads up.
2000- Miss you guys and love you lots.
Lola
Posted by: francine on Tue, Feb 07 at 23:43:07 EST
Toured in: 88 & 89
OH MY GOODNESS... RETIRED?
I had no idea. Congratulations Big Brother! I have so much to say, but not here... Gosh, I think I'm going to cry... (seriously).
Yup, I am.
Over & out for now.
Posted by: Yoda G (AKA: Geezer G) on Wed, Feb 08 at 02:55:50 EST
Toured in: formaldehyd tour
Show of hands for Rush in Superbowl XLI? LOL! If only we could get our esteemed world leaders to pay attention to some of their lyrics:
http://www.sing365.com/music/Lyric.nsf/Closer-To-The-Heart-lyrics-Rush/B67278B0FE89455248256BBF00325778
Neil would smoke Charlie Watts! But they are very different types of players. And I have a soft-spot in my heart for steadfast rock-solid, non-flashy laid back timekeepers like 'ol Charlie! Let's face it yall, unlike his wild and rowdy bandmates the guy has class, and is the picture of composure and style.
FYI: he's also battling cancer too yall:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/entertainment/music/3566160.stm
...so try to be nice to him yall. All those cigs I reckon. Good thing he had the good sense to QUIT when he did! They did'nt know back then yall. I hope he recovers and plays on! But you all are right about the front men. They should tone it down a bit and become more like their demure drummer as they age (ie "Aging gracefully").
Good one though Paul '01!! Kieth "Nucular" (sic) Richards! Lol. And Kellee Ryan.....you are too much! But right on point! Glad YOU said it!
Posted by: Yoda G (Staid in the shade) on Wed, Feb 08 at 03:24:20 EST
Toured in: Laid back daze!
P.S.
Staid.....THAT was the word I was searching for above to describe 'ol Charlie Watts! Staid! That's another one for Walt's "spell checker" list. Righ t about Mrs. King too Walt. She had had plenty of fortitude! Blue, did you all know she was a professional singer too? Yup! I just heard that on the news! She went out on the road singing to raise money for her husband's speaking tours and cause. Impressive woman in many ways. Did her thing back when it wan't too cool or PC to stick out. Especially if you were a woman. And she did'nt need a wardrobe" malfunction" to make HER point either! Even though I'm not black, I can still respect that!
Sorries for ramblin' (again)Maj. Burch. et al Important pertinent stuff methinks.
Posted by: Jay Reamey on Wed, Feb 08 at 06:36:53 EST
Toured in: 88ss & 89os
Kahlil, I believe Bernie and Col. Smith toured in 1979 together.
That was my first year witnessing the AFE/TIB experience.
Francine you are so crazy..."Victor's Secret"
Oh, for the one who said the crowd was into the Stones halftime show, they actually recruited groups of people to practice and hype up the show...it was all staged...
Take care...
Jay Reamey
Posted by: Kerri on Wed, Feb 08 at 09:14:01 EST
Toured in: 2003
Hey, "all the world's a stage..." right?
I know how those gigs work, I was just saying they looked like they were having a good time, no matter what was going on or how much Geritol was being passed out.
Posted by: Francine on Wed, Feb 08 at 09:51:13 EST
Toured in: 88 & 89
JAY -- Tell me you wouldn't be the first in line to buy! :-)
(& don't be making me fine you for fabrication!) -- Love you!
Posted by: Errrrrrrrrn on Wed, Feb 08 at 11:29:24 EST
Toured in: 2004
Watch out! John Wyman and Matt Dechant are comin to visit me in New York this weekend! Got a little 04' renuion goin on. And you bet we're gonna have the drums, guitars, and mic set up! lol. :)
...Missing The BLUE World sooooo much today!
Love
Erin Over The Rainbow
Posted by: Katie Palmer on Wed, Feb 08 at 15:18:59 EST
Toured in: 2001
Kellee: I'll still think The Monkees are extremely sexy and HOT even in their 90's!!! I love me some Davy, Peter, Mickey, and even the estranged Mike.
As for AI5's Paris: I am her biggest fan...uh, but the lineage aspect, I think is unfair to the "undiscovered" talent that has no opportunity but AI to be discovered... But, that's only my opinion and take on it.
As for The Rolling Stones...I had to turn the channel (and I only turned it on for the Half time show).
As Walt would say,
-Kateezy off the fa' sheezy fo' shizzle :o)
Posted by: Paul on Wed, Feb 08 at 15:34:02 EST
Toured in: 01
In my opinion, if you play the same song for almost 40 years, you should be able to remember the words. I do not know for sure, that is only a guess. 40 years should be just enough rehearsal time for the average professional.
Anyone else think so?
Posted by: Yoda G ( on Wed, Feb 08 at 20:05:56 EST
Toured in: 1 and done tour!
I'm wit Paul! But that's what formaldahyde does to your brain when you dip those happy....uhhh...can't say that here....family bulletin board. Yall know what I mean! LOL! Still no excuse. Name/brand recognition is still stronger than current abilities technicalities like remembering those pesky lyrics from the last millemium! Laughs.
Personally, I'd like to see Stevie and Sir Elton trading 8's on two grand pianos in a tribute/musical montage to say Ray Charles, Lou Rawls, Luther Vandross, and Johhny Cash! Not sure who the vocalists would be to cover those parts, but I know Stevie can handle Ray's stuff, but I'm not sure about Elton handling Johny's...but yall can figure that one out!
Something along the lines of that Marvin Gaye/Motown tribute I saw a few years back(?) on Live at the Apollo(?) or one of those shows! Anybody remember that? MAN, was that powerful or what? Anybody remember thae guys name who sang Marvin's "What's goin' on"??? Great stuff.
Just an idea yall!
Geezer fa-weezer out!
Posted by: Yoda G on Wed, Feb 08 at 20:17:17 EST
Toured in: Tributes tour!
P.S.
Oh yeah, almost forgot....did you all know that Marvin was in the Air Force???? Yup!!! You did??? Well, did you know he was a drummer too???? Yup! See for yourselves...:
http://www.mp3.com/genre/587/subgenre.html
FYI helpful board-beaver
Posted by: Lety on Wed, Feb 08 at 20:54:45 EST
Toured in: 2003
Hello to all! Although, this message is mostly for Ed Jones.
I said I would give you the info when I had it:
I will be singing in the All State Chior (community college) in San Antonio on Saturday, the 18th at 3pm. I don't know exactly where it is going to be, my schedule says Convention Center, but I have no idea if there is more than one. I know you are busy, so I will try not to be too heartbroken if you can't make it. ;)
If anyone is interested, please give me a call, I should have more infomation once the date is closer. 509-869-7798 I will be in San Antonio the 15th-18th, but I don't think I will have much free time. I would be great to see some friendly faces, although I know how busy everyone is.
And yes, 2003, I am still pretending to be vocalist! (my major is piano)
Blue Love,
~Lety
p.s. Thank you Keesha!!!
Posted by: Christian on Wed, Feb 08 at 21:10:21 EST
Toured in: 04
Hey Ed,
Been trying to call you for a while but evertime i try, it makes a wierd sound. Call me when you get a chance. TTYL,
-Chris
Posted by: Kerri on Thu, Feb 09 at 02:12:01 EST
Toured in: 2003
HEY '03!!! Country singer Trace Adkins made a song for Amber!!! It's called "Honky Tonk Badonkadonk"!!! Check it out! http://www.traceadkins.com/main/
:) Sorry Ambuh... I had to share!
Posted by: Ted Dodd on Thu, Feb 09 at 04:40:38 EST
Toured in: 1/23/1985
I Think this Superbowl Halftime stuff should be left up to the young ones..Even with my medication it would be "HELL" to have to chase those golf carts and tractors around another football field. Thanks Boss for the memories....TD
Posted by: Paul on Thu, Feb 09 at 13:52:18 EST
Toured in: 01
If anyone has not yet seen "In The Shadows of Motown" I recommend you check it out. There is also footage of the original funk brothers jammin motown classics with guest vocalists. It is Good. An they did not have Mick Jagger as a guest vocalist.
Posted by: Laura on Thu, Feb 09 at 15:06:28 EST
Toured in: 2004
Lety, et al in SA - the concert is part of the Texam Music Educator's Association (TMEA) Convention going on downtown at the Convention Center by the Riverwalk. The concert is at 3:00 in CC Ballroom A. You don't have to be registered for the convention to go to the concerts.
Lety- sounds like things are going great - congrats!
Posted by: Laura on Thu, Feb 09 at 15:07:07 EST
Toured in: 2004
"Texas" not Texam.
Posted by: Godfery Smith on Thu, Feb 09 at 18:19:57 EST
Toured in: 2003
Hey Kerri I was listening to the radio one day and that song came on and I could only think that if it could have come out 3 years earlier Amber probably would have never wanted to speak to me again. I loved that song and the next time I talk to you Amber be prepared for a little Honky Tonk Badonkadonk.
Posted by: Lorna Newton on Thu, Feb 09 at 20:32:19 EST
Toured in: 86ss/88os
Hi family,
I know I don't post much.. or even get time to read. Thank you for all the birthday wishes.. is was on the 30th.. not sure who started the 24th day.. but please don't make me older any sooner than i have to :)
Looking for some help in the DC area...
today my Program Director asked if I know any vocalist LOL
He needs some folks to sing some patriotic songs live 14 Feb during the morning show.
no pay.. but maybe a WHUR t-shirt.
if you are interested please call
Dave Dickenson Program Director
WHUR Radio in Washington DC
202 806 3665 his line
202 806 3500 station front desk
this is his baby.. just trying to help him find vocalist
Looking for All CAPS
thanks again.. hope all is well with the family
love
Lorna
Posted by: Mike Noche on Thu, Feb 09 at 21:59:58 EST
Toured in: 88, 00
Attention "prior" guitarists/vocalists in the Central Coast (Vandenberg AFB area):
If you're interested in gigging regularly, there will be a vacancy in the band "Soulamente" (R&B, Latin, classic soul) in July of 2006. I will be PCSing to Sacramento. Please contact me with your qualifications or inquiries and I'll forward it on to the band manager. Regards and many respects to all TIB past, present, and future! Jim W. move further south--you would be a perfect fit!
Mike Noche
Posted by: JD on Fri, Feb 10 at 16:04:54 EST
Toured in: Y2K
What's happenin' BLUE family???
Just a quick shout to let you know I finally have the assignment thing straightened out and I'll be heading to Columbus, MS somewhere between the middle and end of March. I don't know anything about the area and the only person I know that was there recently was the amazing Lucky Bush!! Anyboby that has information, first hand, about the area give me a shout. Please!!!
I'm excited about the move because I'll only be 4 hours from my kids and will get to see them much more than I do now.!!
2005: I'll see you at Randolph very soon!!! You're almost there and it's more than worth it!!! Can't wait to see you!!!
2006: After seeing you the other day; you're looking great!! Keep it up and above all....keep it real!!!!!
2000: Well, you know!!!
Chief and Mrs. Linda: Words will never be enough!! Thank you!!
Love Ya BLUE!!!
JD
Posted by: duane michael on Sun, Feb 12 at 00:38:50 EST
Toured in: 1997
Just wanted to drop a line and say hello. I don't get much time to post anything or even read most of the time but I hope everyone is doing well and carrying on their stories of being BLUE. I know it had helped me in many ways since I left tour. I graduat in May with a Bachelors in Architectural design and I have since opened a Design Firm in Nashville TN. I am planning a move to the Big Apple in August and could really use any help in finding a place to live in a decent area of town. If you have any suggestions please give drop me line. I would love to meet some of the NYC priors when I visit in March.
Take care and best wishes to everyone
Duane
Posted by: JD on Mon, Feb 13 at 00:18:21 EST
Toured in: 2000
Calling All PRIORS,
I'm trying to get in touch with Mr. Lucky Bush. Anyone with contact information please give me a shout.
Love Ya Blue,
JD
Posted by: walt on Mon, Feb 13 at 00:56:18 EST
Toured in: 2001
Greetings All...
Had a GREAT show this past weekend working with Jay Anthony Brown from the Tom Joyner Morning Show and Sheryl Underwood, current host of BET's Comic View.
Here are the photos to prove it! Enjoy!
http://www.str8silly.com/backstage.jpg
http://www.str8silly.com/walt-sheryl-kesia.jpg
'05 - Bring it on home!
'06 SELECTEES... BABY POWDER! BABY POWDER!
2001... WHO YA WIT?
Peace
Walt
Posted by: Yoda G (AKA: "Underdog" is back!) on Mon, Feb 13 at 01:04:16 EST
Toured in: Help needed...
Greetings Blue,
I was asked for some assistance and moral (and morale)support by one of our current. Trainees down at the staginghood. Apparently our brave new hardworking and highly-motivated drummer's wife has had a very unfortunate and traumatic incident (which I cannot go into here), and she is in a pretty bad way (mentally tore up!!) over it. She's okay physically, from what I was told, but... mentally....that's another issue alltogether (for you all to decide).
In any case, would yall PLEASE kindly take a brief moment to get involved (again) for me here like you all did in the Katrina thing???? The man has a LOT on his plate right now in the early weeks of staging, and its gonna be hard for him to focus on the show and take care of biz (emotionally) with his wife at the same time, over the phone all alone! Get me? Helllooooo TIB wives, mothers, female priors et al! And you males may want ta shoot larry a "hello bro, is everything okay?"
too for me. PLEASE!!!! Thank you Blue peeps!
So "prayers" are definitely in order (requested by the party concerned) here, although I personally suggest a little more in the way of a call or e-mail show of support to his lovely wife and him as well!
This IS VERY serious yall! Those of you who I e-mailed know by now what's up! So don't be afraid to get involved because the man reached out to me and he is countin' on me and YOU to guide him through! Hear? Don't let him down! Show your support and the power of the BLUE FORCE!
His wife's name is Sara, and the numbers are (with permission from Sra Frey):
Home: (707) 365-8180
Mobile: (707) 437-3358
E-mail: haileysmama05@aol.com
Larry's cell is (707) 688-9929 be mindful that he is in staging so call in the evenings only, or his e-mail is:
HaileysDad2005@aol.com
Thanks Blue! Gots ta help my drummin' peeps when they call on me! Time ta give back...yet again! Little things like a call or e-mail DO HELP!!! Imagine if it was your wife!
Yoda G out (like Underdog when Pretty Polly was is distress!) THANKS BLUE...LUUUV U ALL!
Posted by: Chris Burch on Tue, Feb 14 at 05:52:59 EST
Toured in: 1998
After spending lots of late nights in front of my computer (geez I wish I had a life), I am ready to launch 2 new additions to the website.
You may have already noticed the new home page. That's just graphics...all the same links are still there for you to use.
The first real addition is a Photo Album. Once you register, you can add as many photos as you would like and share them with the users of this site.
The second addition is a new Bulletin Board that provides a lot of advanced features not available on this site.
When you register, please use the same username for both sites. The instructions are at the top of each page. Please read carefully.
This bulletin board will remain active for a while longer, but will eventually be turned off -- please start using the new board ASAP.
If you have any questions, please let me know.
Chris Burch
(webmaster)
Posted by: Miss Glo on Tue, Feb 14 at 09:28:13 EST
Hello Family: HAPPY VALENTINES DAY ALL.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO AARON MILES & RICH BAILEY
Posted by: Chris Burch on Tue, Feb 14 at 14:35:55 EST
Toured in: 1998
Please make sure you read the Instructions posts in the new bulletin board BEFORE you register. Thanks.
Posted by: Becca on Tue, Feb 14 at 17:09:37 EST
Toured in: 2000
Chris, I am confused on this new BB stuff. It's not simple to me or else I have to much going on to figure it out.I went to the link page above and kept getting a page that reads one line atop another and without instructions.
For those people who log in once a year will there be instructions for them too - because they will be a little shocked over the changes too.
Thanks,
Slightly frustrated
Becca
Posted by: Chris Burch on Tue, Feb 14 at 17:29:41 EST
Toured in: 1998
The instructions are in the first posting under the first forum on the site. Here is a direct link to get you there:
NEW BULLETIN BOARD USER INSTRUCTIONS
Chris
Posted by: Prior on Wed, Feb 15 at 13:50:26 EST
I won't be using the BB anymore. This new system is way too confusing with too many links to post. Bummer.
Posted by: Chris Burch on Wed, Feb 15 at 15:04:09 EST
Toured in: 1998
Before you throw in the towel, I would invite you to get on the board and just try it out. If you screw up and post something wrong, no harm done. Posting is pretty much the same as you here, you just have to decide where to put your post and then make only one or two clicks to get you there.
This new board is uses the most popular Bulletin Board engine, so it's the standard format for most of the bulletin boards on other internet sites.
You won't muck it up, so play around and if you have questions of even want me to walk you through it on the phone, just let me know.
Posted by: tony on Thu, Feb 16 at 22:17:46 EST
Toured in: 2003
Chris,
having some trouble registering. can you e-mail me and help me out?
tony
2003
Posted by: Jay Reamey on Fri, Feb 17 at 06:02:55 EST
Toured in: 88ss & 89os
Chris,
One quick question. Is there any particular reason why you're requiring folks to register to use the new BB?
I'm already registered but I fear the new site might scare a lot of people off simply because of it's complexity.
Just offering an opinion.
Jay Reamey
Posted by: Chris Burch on Fri, Feb 17 at 12:23:50 EST
Toured in: 1998
I am not yet requiring people to register in order to post to the new site. Several people have posted as guests and their posts will not be deleted. Eventually I will turn on the requirement for registration because it gives us security options that this board does not offer. Several times in the past, the future of the board was jeopardized by the anonymous postings of people with malicious agendas or by people posting under the guise of someone else. Registration will eliminate both of those options. Additionally, the new site very nicely keeps track of who is posting and from where. Finally, the new site is far easier for me to manage -- this site requires server level access and editing at that code level every time someone messes up or the board gets full. Now users can just delete or edit their own douple posts, and I can delete bad posts with the click of a button. I have already walked one prior through the registration process over the phone and he has successsfully posted on his own. It's not that complicated and if anyone needs help, email me and I will send you my number.
Chris
Posted by: Gerald "MAC" McMillian on Mon, Feb 20 at 20:14:05 EST
Toured in: 88ss,89ss
Chris,
I like the changes, maybe taking some getting use too, but that's progress. After all they use to use mikes with cords on them on tour. I know you know nothing about that, do you? Keep up the good work.
MAC "the driver"
Posted by: Matt Dechant on Wed, Feb 22 at 17:06:50 EST
Toured in: 04
I agree, I think the new board is awesome. Way more organized.
Seriously after all we've been through. The songs we've learned, the places we've been to, the obstacles we've overcome during set up. If we can't figure out how to click a few extra buttons on the new board, we're in trouble.
Posted by: chris martinez on Thu, Feb 23 at 15:01:35 EST
Toured in: 04
Hey Chris Burch,
Would you be able to help me set up my profile on the new BB so I can log in. I think all i have to do is receive your email. Thanks in advance.
-Chris
Posted by: Bill Hennessey on Mon, Feb 27 at 23:28:51 EST
Toured in: 1983 OS
Looking forward to the family's arrival here at Wright Patt. Hope I can get a good parking space at the Nutter Center?
Ted....stay well. We are not getting any younger. Chief Finn sent me a dvd of Korea...many years ago....it was a hoot to see us moving and groovin on the stage....back when mics had cords to them, and cameras need film...lol. Be good.
Bill