NanciNet/981109

NanciNet Digest 11-09-98

// Updated info on the Digest Archives, other performers, Nanci on // the BBC, questions about Telluride, and a review of OV Too. // Enjoy... [BP] _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NanciNet Archives From: Shelly Brisbin (sbrisbin@prismnet.com> Hiho, Bill, I initially gave a working (but wrong) Web address for my NanciNet pages and archives. The pages are now at: http://brisbin.net/Nanci/archives/arc.html The difference is the absence of the www. If you would please update the reference at the bottom of the digest, I would be most grateful. Thanks, -shelly _________________________________________________________________ Subject: Re: NN: Tis the season? From: "Robert Pugsley" (RMP6@leicester.ac.uk> (((Should we be thinking of doing this again for 98? Pugsley, was it you who kept track of all the balloting last time?>>> Steve (and everyone), I don't mind doing this again, but I think we should wait until the end of November before starting it. I'm sure we could wrap it up by the second week of December thus giving people time to dish out christmas lists, etc.? What does everybody think? If anybody else wants to do it, I'm happy to let 'em, if not, you can send in the lists now, if you're sure they're not going to change...! Bill, anything to add to this? Your humble servant Robert (Pugsley) Buy Nothing Day 27 November 1998 Participate by not participating... www.adbusters.org // Yes, it would be fun to do this again (why stop now?) // And yes, it would probably be better to send the lists directly to // Robert (although through the years I've gotten a kick out of reading // the lists), because it can burn up bandwidth in a hurry. [BP] _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: a prayer for a fellow NanciNut From: "Avery, Debora" (AveryD@chi.osu.edu> I just wanted to remind everyone that a new member of the list, Steve Goldberger, goes into the hospital for his open heart surgery today, then an expected stay of 5-7 days. I'm sure he'd appreciate any and all thoughts/prayers and support that we can give him. Debbie Avery Hey Kenn, notice I didn't say anything about sending energy ; ) _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: BBC get the message From: "Russell, Colin" (RussellC@dnb.com> Dear all, As I've yet to see a reference to the BBC's hour long Nanci tribute last week (at least, not on the (superbly put together) Digest), I thought I'd pass the message along that Mike Harding announced that the BBC will be making a full recording of the November 30th London show, for broadcast on December 16th (on BBC Radio2). Sorry Alun, I had the power, but sadly no tape deck - which brings me to a plea for help. Eternal gratitude would readily flow if some kind hearted soul could make a tape of this Dec 16th show for me - any offers? For those interested in last week's show, Nanci songs past and present were aired, intertwined with glorious snippets from Nanci herself. She told of her love affair with Ireland, and the wonderful story of her first TV show there. She spoke with reverential awe about some of the contributors to OV2, and, as I always find, her wonderful sense of thankfulness and joy she has found in life through the music she loves came shining through. Warmest regards, Colin Russell _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: How much would people pay to see Nanci? From: JRodriguez@arrowheadgrp.com When I had heard Nanci was going to play Red Rocks a few years back, my initial reaction was to buy two plane tickets and go. Unfortunately I was beyond broke at the time. I went so far as to make two plane ticket reservations and go to ticketmaster to look at the seating chart. But that briefcase full of money never showed up at my doorstep. Now I've started an emergency "Break glass in case of a Nanci Concert" fund. Jo _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: Deportee and Telluride question From: "Panchyshyn,Roman" (panchysr@oclc.org> Folks, I have a question about the Woody Guthrie tune that Nanci copied on OV2, Deportee (Plane Wreck at Los Gatos). Was the song based on an actual incident? If so, does anyone on this list know any of the particulars or can point me to a source of information? Also, a check of the Planet Bluegrass website shows that festival tickets for Telluride 1999 are going on sale at the end of November. I haven't been there in a few years, so I was wondering if anyone on this list can recommend any good places for lodging. Last time I was there, I camped in Town Park but now that I have a wife and two kids, I don't quite think that they will buy that arrangement. I'm sure everything as far as condos/hotels/motels will be pricy, but I'm open to any recommendations anyone wishes to send me. There's a list of numbers on the Planet Bluegrass page, just wondering how good this list is. Feel free to contact me off the list. Thank you. Roman Panchyshyn panchysr@oclc.org _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: In praise of Cry, Cry, Cry From: Shelly Brisbin (sbrisbin@hoovers.com> All, Perhaps this will be interpreted by our friendly list daddy as a "me too" post. And I can't blame him, but I must add my voice to those who have praised Cry, Cry, Cry. Start with the gloriously compatible voices of Williams, Shindell and Kaplansky, and add to them thoroughly complimentary musical and vocal arrangements and great song choices, and you have one of the year's best albums. If you're a folk fan, you have probably heard some, if not many, of these songs before. But I promise that you won't feel as if you're treading on over-worn ground when you play this disc. -shelly (all this, and 20% off at Waterloo Records, last night? I'm smiling under my headphones this morning) _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: Bill and Bonnie Hearne From: Steve Brogden (steveb@adnetsol.com> Dear Friends on the NanciNet .... Bill and Bonnie Hearne have asked me to pass on to the NanciNet their public thank you to Nanci for her very recent, heartfelt and generous support. (For the benefit of the newer subscribers to the Nancinet, Bill and Bonnie Hearne were very key players in the early days of Nanci's career. In fact, she dedicated OVOR to them, among others, saying "...and to Bill and Bonnie Hearne, who play the best darn folk music I ever heard." Also, Nanci was instrumental in the release of Bill and Bonnie's Warner Western album "Diamonds in the Rough" last year because she was the one who introduced Bill and Bonnie to producer Jim Rooney. You can also read about Bill and Bonnie in Nanci's book.) Please allow me to explain. Several weeks ago, Bonnie was diagnosed with a severe case of colitis. Too much travel and too much road food has taken its toll. Bonnie is taking a well-deserved break from music until she gets things turned around. It could take weeks; it could take months. We just don't know. This has caused some significant holes in Bill and Bonnie's itinerary. Nanci got wind of this and invited Bill to join her on her upcoming tour of the UK in December. Bill was thrilled but, after a few days, it became obvious that there just wasn't enough time to pull all the paperwork together. Even the redoubtable Nineyear couldn't do it on such short notice. However, Nanci's support of Bill and Bonnie continues and, without going into too much detail, let me just say that Nanci has, once again, proven herself to be a very true friend to Bill and Bonnie. Bill says, "With all that Nanci has gone through these past few years, it is a measure of true friendship that she continues to support Bonnie and I in so many ways. There are few people in this world who truly epitomize class and grace. Nanci is one of those and Bonnie and I thank her from the bottom of our hearts." Anyone wishing to wish Bonnie well can do so by emailing me at steveb@adnetsol.com. You can keep up to date with Bill and Bonnie at http://bbhearne.adnetsol.com Thank you, Steve Brogden _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: Valeri Smith and John Hartford (no Nanci content) From: mthompso@peabodygroup.com (Mark Thompson) Hi Folks, This past Friday I saw Valerie Smith and John Hartford perform here in St. Louis. What a terrific show! I'd only heard one of the songs from VS's Patchwork Heart CD on the radio (Red Clay Halo, written by Gillian Welch) but had heard good things about her from a couple of folks on the NNet. Valerie Smith and her band (Liberty Pike?) were wonderful! Valerie has a great voice and a terrific stage presence as well, putting a lot of energy and fun into the show. After her set was over I picked up a copy of her CD which is a real gem, too. If your musical tastes included a bit of bluegrass, check out Patchwork Heart and DEFINITELY check out Valerie Smith and Liberty Pike in concert if you get the chance! Web site: http://www.grassrootspickers.com/valerie/welcome.html I don't believe I've ever seen John Hartford mentioned here. What a great performer! I don't know much about him and don't have any of his music (to be remedied soon), but I was really impressed. He's quite an accomplished musician, playing fiddle and banjo quite admirably, and I understand he plays guitar as well. He's one of those rare musicians that somehow conveys a sense of "soul" in his playing, making his instrument seem to have a life of its own. He was very relaxed and quickly established a very comfortable rapport with the audience. I was pretty much mesmerized by his music, humor and storytelling abilities. See this guy if you get the chance! Web site: http://www.techpublishing.com/hartford/ Next week: Gillian Welch/David Rawlings on Wednesday and Kate Campbell on Thursday! Oh, rapture! %^] Mark Thompson // John Hartford has been around for what seems like forever. When no one else // was playing traditional music, he was. // And this Kate Campbell person...I like her a lot! [BP] _________________________________________________________________ Subject: Re: NN: Valeri Smith and John Hartford (no Nanci content) From: Shawn Kimbro (kimbro@planetc.com> Mark Thompson wrote: > This past Friday I saw Valerie Smith and John Hartford perform here > in St. Louis. ...(snip>... Next week: Gillian Welch/David Rawlings on > Wednesday and Kate Campbell on Thursday! Oh, rapture! %^] Gosh Mark! You have to be overdosing on that folk menu! I'm *way* jealous. Valerie Smith is a superb artist; did she have that young fiddle player along? What a talent! Folks, Valerie is another school teacher, and you know how we feel about teachers-turned-folksingerss! I believe I posted a review of "Patchwork Heart" here a while back--I think it's one of the best releases of the year. I saw Welch & Rawlings last Wednesday night, ah, amazing. I reviewed the show on the Kate Campbell list and it's in the archives from last Thursday if anyone is interested. Mark, do me a favor, if you get the chance, ask them what's in the box! Has everyone heard of Gill and Dave's mystery box yet? Gotta see 'em to know! John Hartford has a new radio show out. I think he's looking at syndication, but right now, the only station I know it's on is WDVX in Knoxville, TN. If you're a fan of old-time fiddle and banjo music, ask you radio station to pick up "John Hartford's Anderson County Mobile Home Companion." As Mark is sure to hear Kate proclaim next week, it's Mmm, Mmm, good! Have fun! -Shawn ___________________Nanci Is My Aeroplane___________________ | __ ____ Shawn Kimbro | | "Those honkytonk | \____o__/_/___| Morristown, TN | | bands still play \(>-----_/_/____]> ~ | | old-time songs" `o | kimbro@planetc.com | |___________ http://www.geocities.com/~trailzzone __________| _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: nanci on mike harding show bbc r2 uk From: paul.reeve@virgin.net (paul.reeve@virgin.net) I taped the show but haven't had time to listen to it all yet as I have been very busy (transporting my daughter around to a gymnastics championship). When I can (probably Tues or Weds) I'll post any comments of interest unless someone beats me to it. I'd offer to copy it but for some reason the radio signal was very fuzzy at times so much so that I almost started taping it on a portable rather than the hifi :>) Paul _________________________________________________________________ Subject: NN: Goldmine OV2 review From: Bob Ivers (bivers@sprintmail.com> Here's a review of "Other Voices, Too..." by Brad Bradberry that appears in the 11/20/98 issue of "Goldmine". On Griffith's second collection of covers, the artist expands both her choice of material and approach. 1993's "Other Voices, Other Rooms" was a collection of semi-acoustic country-folk tunes with Griffith singing lead and performing songs that influenced her to become a musician. "Other Voices, Too (A Trip Back To Bountiful)" finds her adding rock (the album leads off with Richard and Linda Thompson's "Wall Of Death") and less obscure material (many of the songs on the first were often known only by pure country and folk fans). Out of 19 tracks, Griffith sings lead on only eight (a few tracks have shared leads). None of this new album, however, sounds like a "pass the guitar around the campfire" affair. Guy Clark's gem "Desperadoes Waiting For A Train" finds seven singers taking different verses (among them Clark, Griffith, Jerry Jeff Walker, Steve Earle and Rodney Crowell) with Richard Thompson on guitar. When performed live on "David Letterman" it worked flawlessly, as it does here. Pal Lucinda Williams sings the lead on the country classic "Wings Of A Dove." Griffith takes the honors on the Everly Brothers hit "Walk Right Back" as she does on the We Five's "You Were On My Mind," both done with great elegance. Sandy Denny's melancholic ballad "Who Knows Where The Time Goes" is magnificent with Irish legend Dolores Keane on harmony and Griffith on lead. Though not as well suited to Griffith's voice as it was Denny's, it beats out the well known Judy Collins version easily. There's a spontaneous, more natural feel to this second album that wasn't as pronounced on the first. Perhaps it's the sharing of vocals and choice of (largely) better known material. The first set of covers was strong, but this one is even stronger. As usual, the album ends with a Weavers song sung by Griffith and three handfuls of backup vocalists. This time out it's "If I Had A Hammer (The Hammer Song)" known to some as a hit for both Peter, Paul & Mary and Trini Lopez. Any fan of Griffith's should be very pleased by this effort. This is a major accomplishment and the best thing she's done in years. // This is probably a copyrighted article...don't tell anybody... // but, hey, folks, if you're going to send stuff like this, at least // list the copyright info...[BP] _________________________________________________________________ Questions about NanciNet? Send e-mail to bpage@scctel.com Return to Archives or The Blue Moon Page