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Post by fabtastique on May 3, 2023 11:09:55 GMT -5
I have this too, bought it off eBay I think many years ago.
It’s a great piece !
Most of Linda’s tour books are really good.
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Post by fabtastique on Apr 19, 2023 11:55:13 GMT -5
Thanks Tony, much appreciated !
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Post by fabtastique on Apr 17, 2023 11:43:10 GMT -5
I’d love one of the legal pads with the lyrics she wrote out to learn the words ❤️🎶🇲🇽
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Post by fabtastique on Apr 8, 2023 14:36:28 GMT -5
What a load of nonsense ! 😂
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Post by fabtastique on Mar 22, 2023 15:47:17 GMT -5
Some of it is a little strange - "She never backed down from a fight" which I took be be that voiced her opinions and stood up for her principles, rather than popping on some boxing gloves !
You can interpret it in many ways though, the present tense references to her voice could of course refer to recordings and the past tense talking about her in retirement ....
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Post by fabtastique on Mar 22, 2023 1:34:41 GMT -5
I had an invite to trial Google’s AI program called Bard so I asked it to write a poem about Linda Ronstadt. Here are a couple of things it came up with.
Linda Ronstadt, a voice of gold, Sang her way into our hearts. She could sing any song and make it her own, From country to rock to mariachi.
She was a true original, A pioneer in the world of music. She broke down barriers and opened doors For other female singers to follow.
She was a force of nature, A larger-than-life personality. She was always up for a challenge, And she never backed down from a fight.
She was a true American icon, A woman who will never be forgotten. She will always be remembered for her music, And for her passion for life.
Linda Ronstadt, a voice of gold, Sang her way into our hearts. We will never forget her.
Linda Ronstadt, the Queen of Rock, Her voice is like a songbird's, So sweet and clear and pure.
She's sung in many genres, From rock to country to pop, And her voice is always beautiful.
She's a true artist, And her music will always touch our hearts.
Linda Ronstadt, the Queen of Rock, Her music will live on forever.
Her voice is like a gift from the gods, A treasure to be cherished.
She's sung so many songs that we love, And her music has brought us joy.
Thank you, Linda Ronstadt, For your beautiful music.
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Post by fabtastique on Mar 16, 2023 1:35:09 GMT -5
I really only buy vinyl nowadays. Occasionally I’ll buy a CD if there is something not available on the streaming platform I use but most is.
Vinyl isn’t the most environmentally friendly product though and there is a shortage of materials which is impacting on releases ( I ordered Barbra’s Live at the Bon Soir album in Sept 2022 and they haven’t started shipping yet as they don’t have any …. )
I did see an Instagram story about a new vinyl replacement product which is made from recycled materials … no idea about how that sounds in comparison to vinyl but it looked interesting.
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Post by fabtastique on Mar 15, 2023 12:18:56 GMT -5
(Admin's (Rick) Note: Our very own fabtastique posted this on Instagram and I urged him to post it here on the Forum. He put it among the thread of "Photos," but I felt it is so special that it deserves its own thread so people here can truly appreciate how unique it is. Thank you -- Rick) You may think I’m mad but here are two of my Linda collectibles that I’ve had made over the last 10 years or so. The first is this doll / model of Linda in one of her Mexican outfits made by a very creative and talented Dennis instagram.com/doublesupafantastico?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=The second item is my snowboard (which I may have posted before … I can’t remember!). I had this made about 10 years ago and used to ride this down the snowy slopes of the French Alps for about 6 years ( but I’ve given it up now since I had a bad fall a few years ago)
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Post by fabtastique on Mar 10, 2023 5:22:50 GMT -5
Done !
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Post by fabtastique on Feb 22, 2023 0:40:00 GMT -5
Yes I was listening to this the other day and the same thing occurred to me.
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Post by fabtastique on Feb 9, 2023 12:40:41 GMT -5
A wonderful guy and a great talent … he’s had a good long life but still, a sad day
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Post by fabtastique on Feb 7, 2023 3:06:35 GMT -5
I have to say I prefer the simplicity of the originals, just my opinion, I'm just not a fan of orchestrated works after the fact whether it be Elvis, new Sinatra arrangements or whoever, fake duets, and so on as seems to be the nodern way. Eva's voice shone out of those songs back then, now drowned in orchestra. I prefer things to be left as they are. Much more poignant. Me too!
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Post by fabtastique on Feb 7, 2023 3:05:40 GMT -5
Not that I'm a betting man, but I'm just willing to believe that Queen Bey's followers are b****ing about the wins that Bonnie and Harry got in Song of the Year and Album of the Year. It's like it isn't enough that Beyoncé now has more Grammys than anyone in the history of those awards. Her fans are out for what amounts to World Domination (IMHO). Beyoncé is so overrated IMHO … the Grammys seem to be more of a popularity contest rather than recognising quality. Of course there are exceptions but most of the music recognised I find unlistenable. I will admit I’m hard to please but there are some newer artists I think are talented but I’m in despair at some of the lyrics in todays music, Harry Styles and Beyoncé included.
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Post by fabtastique on Feb 7, 2023 2:55:13 GMT -5
Did anyone actually get the PBS “remastered” DVD of the Live in Hollywood / Mad Love show?
I couldn’t get it in the UK but would be interested if anyone has one to sell.
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Post by fabtastique on Feb 4, 2023 10:19:01 GMT -5
I watched 3 episodes of The Last Of Us yesterday - it’s kind of strange but I guess it could grow on me ( no pun intended ) 😂
The “Long Long Time” episode though is completely wonderful … beautiful and touching, yet dark and sad. I’m pleased when there is any renewed interest in Linda and the number of posts on Instagram has increased hugely in the time since it aired.
Anything that gives Linda some love is fine with me ❤️😍🥰
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Post by fabtastique on Jan 16, 2023 5:43:40 GMT -5
The Price of Love sounds more like it belongs on Mad Love to me .... but its a great tune and I wish this and the extended Get Closer had a proper release!
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Post by fabtastique on Jan 6, 2023 11:24:22 GMT -5
The Linda track seems so out of place, the mix doesn’t work at all.
Nice idea, poor execution!
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Post by fabtastique on Jan 6, 2023 11:21:06 GMT -5
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Post by fabtastique on Dec 27, 2022 2:07:54 GMT -5
Very interesting and a great article. Thanks for posting
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Post by fabtastique on Dec 23, 2022 1:36:08 GMT -5
Lovely article … Linda has immense knowledge and a great way of expressing herself.
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Post by fabtastique on Dec 17, 2022 0:42:13 GMT -5
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Post by fabtastique on Dec 16, 2022 14:49:21 GMT -5
I thought that although Linda was a little wobbly on her feet, she came across remarkably well and happy to be there.
I’m glad she’s getting out and feeling the love that there is for her. Also thought she looked wonderful 😍
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Post by fabtastique on Dec 10, 2022 1:55:12 GMT -5
I mentioned this years ago but I played a couple of tracks from Frenesí in a Latin bar one evening (when the owner was kind enough to let me takeover the music) and it got people up dancing. A few people asked me who the singer was and were surprised when I said Linda.
Frenesí is a GREAT album 😍
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Post by fabtastique on Nov 22, 2022 0:20:46 GMT -5
I agree that it’s heartbreaking to watch how this condition is ravaging Linda, but she is a fighter and I think doing remarkably well under the circumstances. Agree that she probably has good and bad days but I’m thankful that she is still with us and being visible and vocal.
Rich / beatle - best wishes to you and your wife.
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Post by fabtastique on Nov 22, 2022 0:16:04 GMT -5
Yes they are quite basic to say the least but I guess if people are streaming music from YouTube it’s been than nothing (but only just!)
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Post by fabtastique on Oct 24, 2022 1:47:35 GMT -5
Yes I thought it interesting when he said he’d never heard of Linda. But appreciated the comment he made about Linda’s voice.
I do love the harmonies on Trio though - it’s true what the girls say that the combination of their voices makes a wonderful sound.
I really wish the version or Farther Along on the Trio collection was indeed an alternative version - I can’t hear any difference!
Same with the supposed Linda solo version (I think I’m Lovers Return) which isn’t the case at all
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Post by fabtastique on Oct 22, 2022 1:48:34 GMT -5
Quote MokyWI: I only wish Amazon would be so nice to let me post a review of the book on their site, because I tried to, and instead got this message: Amazon has noticed unusual reviewing activity on this product. Due to this activity, we have limited this product to verified purchase reviews....which to me is totally ridiculous, as I've reviewed a lot of stuff at Amazon that I didn't buy on their site (I brought the book last Saturday at Vroman's Bookstore in central Pasadena) without any problems. How strange … maybe they think someone is posting fake reviews ?
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Post by fabtastique on Oct 22, 2022 1:42:40 GMT -5
It’s in stock on US Amazon, $29.49. I’m not seeing it as available …. There is not buy / add to cart button but only a buying options Hutton which directs me to various resellers …. I’ve reached out to a few to see if I can get it from them as supposedly some are in UK! If it means I don’t have to wait a month that would be great !
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Post by fabtastique on Oct 21, 2022 13:09:43 GMT -5
Also the book seems to be out of stock?? The UK edition has been pushed back to end of November and on Amazon.com it seems to be only available from resellers … some asking $50+ a copy
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Post by fabtastique on Oct 21, 2022 11:57:17 GMT -5
To be a member, you have to pay $150. Like what would you get for that? Seems way hi. I still haven't ordered mine yet. Did we establish Linda can't write? I might have missed it. I really have been praying for her. My list is long lately. Sad. eddiejinnj The signed copies are from a stamp of Linda’s signature - she’s not signing them by hand as she can’t any longer. $150 membership per year gets you advance copies, special signed copies, invitation to events etc … I’m only interested in Lindas’s book so it’s not worth the money (especially as it’s a stamped signature … )
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