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Post by musicaamator on Jan 18, 2013 22:26:44 GMT -5
Let's suppose Linda does a book signing tour for her memoirs. It's your turn to go up and meet and greet the lovely Linda. What would you say to her? Or how about you encounter Linda on the street in SF or Tuscon, or wherever. Would you go up to her or respect her privacy? As for the first part, I would be so nervous to say anything but if I did muster up the courage to talk, I would probably ask her what books she is reading. And second, who she is listening to these days. For the second part, that would be hard to say: as much as I would want to respect her privacy, there's the fan in me that just wants to tell her how much she and her music has meant to me. But I have a feeling I would come across as all the other awestruck fans she probably has encountered over the years.  So what would you say to/ask Linda? |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 18, 2013 22:35:01 GMT -5
I had the privilege of meeting her in 1996 during the Dedicated tour... after some thought, I just thanked her for the years of great music. She said 'thanks', that's so sweet! in her Minnie Mouse voice.. That was such a highlight for me, that I can't think of what I would say to her again....
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Post by Dianna on Jan 18, 2013 22:44:04 GMT -5
And without sounding like a brown noser.. lol I would just say thanks for being such an inspiration both as a singer and a person..
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Post by tractorboy50 on Jan 18, 2013 22:44:10 GMT -5
If I perchanced on Linda I would ask her why it has taken her 40 years to find her true love. Me  |
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Post by sliderocker on Jan 19, 2013 4:27:35 GMT -5
My questions would be: any regrets? Anything you would do differently? (I'd ask her for a date but she'd probably turn me down!)
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Post by Dianna on Jan 19, 2013 15:01:43 GMT -5
It's funny but you hear stories about the artists/fan relationship I've been to places where I have met or have seen the artist up close.. and it amazes me how some fans behave as if they own that artist.. I've heard rude and embarrassing things yelled at the artist during an autograph signing after concerts (and I had to walk away from embarrassment) .. "So and So.. get over here.. WE MADE YOU .. IF NOT FOR YOUR FANS!! I also hear some rather rude stories how when a fan approaches an "off duty" artist, there are some comments, they'd rather be left alone ect.. It must a little difficult.. I'm sure they are grateful for the fans who helped make their career... what do you guys think?
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Post by erik on Jan 19, 2013 20:22:45 GMT -5
Provided my tongue isn't tied six ways to Sunday, I'd probably thank her personally for all the great music she made, and for all the great female artists she has influenced in her lifetime.
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Post by musicaamator on Jan 19, 2013 20:40:57 GMT -5
It's funny but you hear stories about the artists/fan relationship I've been to places where I have met or have seen the artist up close.. and it amazes me how some fans behave as if they own that artist.. I've heard rude and embarrassing things yelled at the artist during an autograph signing after concerts (and I had to walk away from embarrassment) .. "So and So.. get over here.. WE MADE YOU .. IF NOT FOR YOUR FANS!! I also hear some rather rude stories how when a fan approaches an "off duty" artist, there are some comments, they'd rather be left alone ect.. It must a little difficult.. I'm sure they are grateful for the fans who helped make their career... what do you guys think? I think those unruly fans need to learn to separate the artist from the art. Sure, they are paying the "salary' via concert tickets, dvd's, records--the fruits of their labour. They are not paying however, for that person--he/she does not belong to them. That's my take. |
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Post by musicaamator on Jan 19, 2013 20:53:18 GMT -5
Well, if I couldn't say it aloud, I wonder if she would like a haiku instead: Oh Linda, Linda
I've been in mad love with you
for a long long time
It's so easy; She's
A very lovely woman
It took just one look
If she's ever near
she'll think maybe I am right
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Post by the Scribe on Jan 20, 2013 0:58:36 GMT -5
If I ran into her on the street I would say "hi Linda" and go about my business so she could go about hers. Meet and greets seem so unnatural and awkward to me and I don't think I could make small talk with someone that has been so important to me.
If I could spend more time with her I would probably talk to her about politics, immigration, Mexican food, sustainability, global warming and music history. I am also very interested in geneology, in her parents and their childhoods as well as Grandma Lupe whom Linda resembles so much. I would love to be involved in making a documentary about her family history. It really is a story of the great American Southwest that needs to be told in film.
I would hope that someone in the Ronstadt family has the foresight to get the now older generation of Ronstadts on film talking about their family history, anecdotes, family stories, etc. before they leave this Earth. At least archive as much as possible until the time comes. I am not sure what they are waiting for.
A Brief Biography:
Winnall was the second oldest son of Henry Dalton and was born in Los Angeles in 1850. He was well educated and eventually made his way to Tucson, Arizona where he was a partner in the wagon making firm of Dalton and Vasquez. Dalton was a respected member of the community. In 1882 he hired a 14 year old apprentice newly arrived from Mexico, Federico Ronstadt, known as Fred. Dalton married Jesusita Vasquez, the sister of his partner, and in the 1880 Census, the couple had one child, Hortensia, who was a year old. In 1882, a second daughter, Lupe (Guadalupe) was born. Dalton sold his interest in the shop and pursued mining ventures in Sonora. When his daughters were grown, he returned to Tucson and obtained a job as a wheelwright in the Ronstadt carriage making firm. Fred Ronstadt married a second time to Lupe (Guadalupe) Dalton c. 1903 and they had four children. One of the children, Gilbert Ronstadt, fathered a famous daughter. Yes, the connection is correct. Noted singer, Linda Ronstadt, is a great-granddaughter of Winnall Dalton and the g-g-granddaughter of Henry Dalton, the English Ranchero in California. For a full story of the Ronstadts and the Dalton connection, visit the website, “The Ronstadt Family Collection”, where you may also view the wedding picture of Winnall and Jesusita Dalton and the first communion picture of Lupe
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Post by sliderocker on Jan 20, 2013 4:40:30 GMT -5
It's funny but you hear stories about the artists/fan relationship I've been to places where I have met or have seen the artist up close.. and it amazes me how some fans behave as if they own that artist.. I've heard rude and embarrassing things yelled at the artist during an autograph signing after concerts (and I had to walk away from embarrassment) .. "So and So.. get over here.. WE MADE YOU .. IF NOT FOR YOUR FANS!! I also hear some rather rude stories how when a fan approaches an "off duty" artist, there are some comments, they'd rather be left alone ect.. It must a little difficult.. I'm sure they are grateful for the fans who helped make their career... what do you guys think? Fans with that kind of attitude make me cringe. I can understand their desire to want to meet their favorite artist but if that artist doesn't have the time to do a meet and greet, any fan should have the maturity to leave the artist in peace. Same for the artist who wants to be left alone. Fans also need to understand that an artist may have other things to do, including moving on to the next stop on a tour, and that may involve traveling some distance on a bus or plane to the next hotel. Or they may be hungry and want to get some food or have need of a *personal* break that can't wait. Also, when it comes to fans meeting the artists, it may be the security isn't what it needs to be. Elvis always greeted his fans but he had his Memphis Mafia bodyguards close by when he was not at Graceland. And when he was at Graceland, he'd go down to the front gate and talk to the fans, sign autographs. But, there was no danger of an extreme fan doing something stupid. Compare John Lennon, who walked around New York City without bodyguards but who ended up being killed by that creep. Or poor Rebecca Schaeffer, an actress who was at her home when a deranged fan came up to her door and rang the bell or knocked at the door. She opened the door and psycho fan shot and killed her. Before the psycho fans, celebrities might have been more willing to meet their fans. Now? You may be the kindest person in the world but the celebrity doesn't know you. How can you say hello these days without coming off as a potential threat? Psycho fans are probably the ones with the attitude of "We made you," amd the ones who don't get it that doesn't mean the artist must cater to their whims. |
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Post by philly on Feb 6, 2013 20:42:27 GMT -5
I'd like to ask her what about her musical career she's proudest of. She might respond with her mexican music or other specific project, but maybe she'd come up with a deeper, more philisophical answer.
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Post by JasonKlose on Feb 7, 2013 21:35:32 GMT -5
My questions would be: any regrets? Anything you would do differently? (I'd ask her for a date but she'd probably turn me down!) I think I know what I would say. I've actually been thinking about this a lot lately. I'd probably have to rehearse it for a while, then when I'd meet her I'd be so nervous and tongue-tied I'd forget it all. But I would say things like: You are the most beautiful woman with the most beautiful voice and I love you. Thank you so much for your music and for sharing your gift with the world. And would you like to have dinner with me tomorrow night? Ha-ha. Maybe a hug and a kiss would be nice.  Dream on huh? Anyway, meeting Linda would be an absolutely wonderful experience and I would remember it for the rest of my life. Having never seen Linda in concert or having the opportunity to meet her in person, it's something I dream about quite often, and I sincerely hope that dream will come true. |
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Post by Dianna on Feb 7, 2013 22:23:54 GMT -5
That was sweet Jason.. I bet she'd love it! I think she'd be a really cool person to hang out with.. I'd also ask her if her dad made homemade tortillas and if so did they steal them off the comal (griddle) before they were all done. And did he get mad. lol I would also ask her about gardening her fruit trees in tucson.. nopales from cactus.. if she eats that.. , collectibles and of course music..
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Post by the Scribe on Feb 8, 2013 14:26:08 GMT -5
She likes antiques too.
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Post by JasonKlose on Feb 14, 2013 19:46:31 GMT -5
That was sweet Jason.. I bet she'd love it! I think she'd be a really cool person to hang out with.. I'd also ask her if her dad made homemade tortillas and if so did they steal them off the comal (griddle) before they were all done. And did he get mad. lol I would also ask her about gardening her fruit trees in tucson.. nopales from cactus.. if she eats that.. , collectibles and of course music.. Thanks Dianna! After hearing the interview with Linda at Grace Cathedral, I love her even more. She's the sweetest human being I've ever known, especially for a celebrity. Also, she is still a cutie after all these years. I wish I actually knew her personally. If I did, I would ask her out. So I guess this is what I would say to her right now if I could: I love you Linda. Will you be MY VALENTINE? |
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Post by musicaamator on Feb 14, 2013 22:01:50 GMT -5
That was sweet Jason.. I bet she'd love it! I think she'd be a really cool person to hang out with.. I'd also ask her if her dad made homemade tortillas and if so did they steal them off the comal (griddle) before they were all done. And did he get mad. lol I would also ask her about gardening her fruit trees in tucson.. nopales from cactus.. if she eats that.. , collectibles and of course music.. Thanks Dianna! After hearing the interview with Linda at Grace Cathedral, I love her even more. She's the sweetest human being I've ever known, especially for a celebrity. Also, she is still a cutie after all these years. I wish I actually knew her personally. If I did, I would ask her out. So I guess this is what I would say to her right now if I could: I love you Linda. Will you be MY VALENTINE? Man, I can relate to what you say as I am just awestruck by her as well. And she is as gorgeous today as she ever was back in the 70's. Now I wish I was there at the Grace Cathedral to see her and get her autograph. Can you imagine being that close to her? I would flip out while barely asking her for her signature. I wonder if she would have been ok if I asked for a picture with her too? If she lurks anonymously on this board, this would be my message to her: (ahem) Hi.  |
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Post by macbanshee on Feb 14, 2013 22:42:05 GMT -5
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Post by the Scribe on Feb 15, 2013 11:38:10 GMT -5
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Post by JasonKlose on Feb 15, 2013 22:24:31 GMT -5
Pretty cool musicaamator.....I like that. Yes, Linda IS still gorgeous isn't she? And even without hardly any makeup, plastic surgery or anything. She's always been such a natural beauty......wouldn't change a thing about her.
I'm with you there on meeting Linda and asking her for a picture. I think she would be glad to do it.....she's that type of person, very kind and gracious. Of course she was only signing autographs at Grace Cathedral for a few minutes, as she was getting ready to go to church. I would have respected her if she didn't have time to pose for a picture. I'm sure most people would have loved to have a picture with her. But if Linda was making an appearance somewhere else, for instance a book signing, maybe she would be able to do it.
I said earlier in this thread what I'd say to her if I met her, but I'm still not quite sure. I know I would be as nervous as I've ever been in my life. But I'm betting that because of Linda's pleasant nature and down-to-earth personality, she would make you feel at ease and rather comfortable. Being a freelance journalist, my dream would go beyond just meeting her as a fan. I would be honored to have the opportunity to sit down with her and interview her for a story. Now that would be amazing!
I just took a look at your profile and noticed we have the same birthday, September 1, five years apart. Go figure. I don't see too many people with the same birthday as mine. Wonder if that means something? Hey, we're both big Linda fans, so who knows?
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Post by musicaamator on Feb 16, 2013 15:15:54 GMT -5
Pretty cool musicaamator.....I like that. Yes, Linda IS still gorgeous isn't she? And even without hardly any makeup, plastic surgery or anything. She's always been such a natural beauty......wouldn't change a thing about her. I'm with you there on meeting Linda and asking her for a picture. I think she would be glad to do it.....she's that type of person, very kind and gracious. Of course she was only signing autographs at Grace Cathedral for a few minutes, as she was getting ready to go to church. I would have respected her if she didn't have time to pose for a picture. I'm sure most people would have loved to have a picture with her. But if Linda was making an appearance somewhere else, for instance a book signing, maybe she would be able to do it. I said earlier in this thread what I'd say to her if I met her, but I'm still not quite sure. I know I would be as nervous as I've ever been in my life. But I'm betting that because of Linda's pleasant nature and down-to-earth personality, she would make you feel at ease and rather comfortable. Being a freelance journalist, my dream would go beyond just meeting her as a fan. I would be honored to have the opportunity to sit down with her and interview her for a story. Now that would be amazing! I just took a look at your profile and noticed we have the same birthday, September 1, five years apart. Go figure. I don't see too many people with the same birthday as mine. Wonder if that means something? Hey, we're both big Linda fans, so who knows? Ha, ha--that's great about the bday! Since you have the same birth date as I, I went to the compatible with Linda thread to see if you and I had the same percentage. I was surprised you got a 100% while I only got 25%. Lucky you! Anyway, I hope Linda will surprise us and do a book signing tour for if she does, our wishes of meeting her will come true! It's just too bad it took me this long to become a fan as I have only been listening intently to her stuff for four months! And what knocks me out much about the Lovely Linda is that she is sooo down-to-earth (as least from the interviews I've heard and articles I've read). No diva ego here! |
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Post by JasonKlose on Feb 16, 2013 21:55:16 GMT -5
Yes, I guess I am pretty lucky! But like you, it took me a long time to become a fan. So not so lucky there. Even though I have known of Linda for many years and first heard her gorgeous voice on the radio when I was very little. I wish I could have seen her perform live. I regret that so much.
But I can say that I've been a fan officially for two years now. To comment on what you said about her interviews: yes, she is so down-to-earth, very sweet, and like you said, no diva ego! I've become more familiar with Linda, the person behind the music. It makes me respect and admire her even more.
I have most of Linda's albums from the '70s, a few from the '80s and from the '90s. I want to collect them all eventually. I love everything she has done. With a voice like hers, how could you not? She is simply the best! So what music of Linda's have you been listening to?
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Post by erik on Feb 17, 2013 0:57:04 GMT -5
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Very true. The three times I've seen Linda in concert, I've paid a fair amount for the tickets, and I've gotten my money's worth out of Linda, and then some. That's more than I could have ever asked for.
Besides what I mentioned in an earlier post here, I suppose I would ask her about others of her fellow female thespian peers. She mentioned Pink and numerous other women in her discussion at Grace Cathedral last weekend, but I would ask her (and probably Robert would too) about Tift Merritt, and my other current favorite, Caitlin Rose (a "young'un" based in Nashville with a penchant, like Tift, for being "old school"). Those two really continue a lot of the traditions that Linda herself set down in the 70s.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 17, 2013 8:08:32 GMT -5
Yes, Erik, I would like to ask Linda about Tift (I have even thought that it would be nice to give her a CD of Tift's 'Bramble Rose). I know that Linda is one of Tift's influences which is shown in much of her music.
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Post by musicaamator on Feb 17, 2013 12:08:22 GMT -5
Yes, I guess I am pretty lucky! But like you, it took me a long time to become a fan. So not so lucky there. Even though I have known of Linda for many years and first heard her gorgeous voice on the radio when I was very little. I wish I could have seen her perform live. I regret that so much. But I can say that I've been a fan officially for two years now. To comment on what you said about her interviews: yes, she is so down-to-earth, very sweet, and like you said, no diva ego! I've become more familiar with Linda, the person behind the music. It makes me respect and admire her even more. I have most of Linda's albums from the '70s, a few from the '80s and from the '90s. I want to collect them all eventually. I love everything she has done. With a voice like hers, how could you not? She is simply the best! So what music of Linda's have you been listening to? Man, we're like soul brothers in our digging of Linda and her music. Like you, I am backtracking and trying to collect all her discography. I have all her 70's/80's stuff from Hand Sown to Get Closer and really enjoy that period of Linda, particularly the Mad Love album (which I described the reasons why in another thread). I also have the Nelson Riddle trilogy (if one can call it that) and am slowly coming around to that musical direction she took. However, I am currently enjoying her Canciones de mi Padre album a lot! It is knocking me out! Never has Linda's voice sounded so strong! La C igarra, Y Andale and La Charreada are my favourites off of there. This is surprising me because I didn't know what to expect on this stuff, but I really am liking it. I am about to get the Mas Canciones album next. As for the late 80's/90's recording I just have selected tracks from those albums with her rendition of The Waiting being especially fond of. Her catalog is so diverse, so massive, it's going to take me awhile to amass them all, but I like the challenge. So far, my collection has been a mix of cd's and itunes. Oh and some DVD collections from ebay, ioffer and Stellar products. Guess you can say I am a little obsessed in completing/adding to my Linda collection. But she is worth it because she is constantly blowing my mind! |
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Post by traveller on Mar 15, 2013 23:57:45 GMT -5
The first time I saw Linda Ronstadt singing was on TV in either '69 or '70. I really had no idea who she was at the time but here was this lovely girl, with the most beautiful eyes, singing the saddest, most heart rending song I had ever heard; the moving "Long Long Time". I think I was fifteen at the time and she would have been 22? 23? Man, did I have a crush on her. It was painful. And though it's been almost 45 years and I've been happily married for a little over 30 of those years, hearing her sing this beautiful song puts me right back in my lovesick youth. And you know what, I don't really mind. What would I say to Linda Ronstadt? Seriously, man, what can we mere mortals do in the presence of angels but stand there with our mouths open? |
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Post by the Scribe on Mar 20, 2013 11:11:09 GMT -5
Can I have my pen back? Please?
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Post by eddiejinnj on Mar 20, 2013 16:30:58 GMT -5
am very pleased to see quite a few new board members and am actually a little green of music that he is just discovering linda. what a journey you have. the artists of today put out so few recordings that by the time they retire will probably have a fraction of material recorded like linda no less in the amount of genres/variety. welcome all. eddiejinnj
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Post by Dianna on Mar 20, 2013 21:01:51 GMT -5
Can I have my pen back? Please? ha ha. I understand she tends to be a little forgetful. but not a klepto, at least to my knowledge. |
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Post by the Scribe on Mar 21, 2013 11:09:52 GMT -5
Can I have my pen back? Please? ha ha. I understand she tends to be a little forgetful. but not a klepto, at least to my knowledge. I still have the pen she used to autograph all my "stuff" from 1972. |
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