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Post by Doug on Dec 12, 2005 17:32:40 GMT -5
Freewheeler,
My son spent this past spring in Dublin and attended law school there at, I believe, the University of Dublin. He loved it and we felt bad that we did not take advantage of the situation and visit him and tour the country over his spring break. His fiance's parents visited and had a ball. What's pretty bad is that our other son has been to Ireland twice with his soccer(football) team.
I'll review the tape of the show and let you know the specifics of what was shown in the Ireland scenes.
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Post by Mandy on Dec 12, 2005 18:39:15 GMT -5
Doug,
I know how much we all appreciate the music that you post.....I think I do know someone who will come over and put the VH1 show on a DVD...or at least a tape.. I would like for everyone to enjoy that duet...it is just out of this world great.....it's times like this that I wish I was not so technically challenged...but..hopefully I'll get it done soon and let you know....thanks so much..
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Post by FREEWHEELER on Dec 12, 2005 19:39:24 GMT -5
Thanks Doug for the info, glad your sons enjoyed their times here, while it's expensive to live here (in our opinion), we have our music and our laid back attitude and our humour and above all our Guinness so I hope you folks out there who haven't been to the Emerald Isle can manage to pay us a visit some time.
Getting back to that CMT show, I'm like Leah in that I would so relish the chance to see it, but I reckon the BBC will broadcast it eventually, as for Irish TV, as Alison would say "Forget About It".
Bye for now folks.
Phelim.
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Post by akusgal41790 on Dec 12, 2005 20:22:36 GMT -5
Until I watched the show, I really never realized how beautiful Ireland is. I was just in awe the entire time, and hope that someday I might get the chance to visit there.
I too am so greatful for all that you've done for us folks here Doug. I'm sure I speak for everyone when I say we are all so appreciative. Thanks so much.
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Post by eyesoflove on Dec 12, 2005 22:28:32 GMT -5
Freewheeler, if my VCR wasn't on the fritz I'd gladly record it for you and send it your way. Maybe if I get another one I can help you out : ).
Stacy
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Post by Leah on Dec 13, 2005 5:47:19 GMT -5
Well I actually emailed the BBC & nearly fell off the chair when I got a speedy reply! However...the email said they don't know of any plans to broadcast anything about AKUS' tour here Typical. Tho as Freewheeler said, maybe it'll happen sometime. Guess at least it's good to know the BBC can reply if I ask again soon! Also emailed Ron to see if he knows anything about it cos I asked him before & he didn't know then, so maybe he'll know more now
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Post by FREEWHEELER on Dec 13, 2005 8:22:21 GMT -5
Stacy, thanks alot for the kind thought, I'm sure I'll get to see it some way, I never thought I'd be as anxious to get material on a band as I am with AKUS but since being thankfully introduced to their amazing talent, I can't get enough and thanks to you guys here on this site, I'm getting my fix in pretty good quantities.
Phelim.
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Post by Leah on Dec 13, 2005 10:47:42 GMT -5
Totally know what you mean Freewheeler! I like other singers too, but my favourites by far are AKUS. Like, if I knew there was a show on about someone else I wouldn't care if I saw it or not, but when it comes to AKUS, it can't be missed!! Am I bordering on obsession??...!
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Post by Doug on Dec 13, 2005 11:43:47 GMT -5
I am happy to post anything by AKUS that is not a commercial recording. It amazes me that there are musical performances done by AKUS and others, of course, that are broadcast one time on TV, radio, at music festivals, or even for movies and then will disappear, I guess, forever with no one to ever hear or appreciate the performance again. It seems that the promoters would want to make these songs available to generate interest in the CDs they do try to market.
Last year at this time Alison sang "Silver Bells" on one of the morning shows here, and I missed recording it by 10 minutes. Anyway, I guess that song is lost forever...too bad.
Thanks to everyone for their kind words.
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Post by xdairy on Dec 13, 2005 13:19:05 GMT -5
zdje, I have it on tape (VHS 2hr speed) and would like to help out any way I can. If you want, send your info to me at: demc656@hotmail.com and I'll forward it on.
Thanks for all the uploads.
xdairy
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Post by eyesoflove on Dec 13, 2005 17:06:31 GMT -5
You know, AKUS should just do a Christmas album of their own. I know they've appeared on other artists' Christmas albums and on compilation Christmas albums, but I'd love to hear them do their favorites.
I'm that SAME way when it comes to AKUS on TV or in a magazine. I've already seen Total Access twice lol. I think one BIG reason is because there isn't a whole lot of stuff like that to go around whereas other artists seem right there in your face all the time. Take for example when Dolly was on Oprah, AKUS did all the music for the artists that appeared on the show (Dolly, Shania and Melissa Etheridge), but the only time they were even mentioned was a couple times by Dolly when she thanked them for being there and Alison even sings a tune on the CD they were there to talk about and the whole band appeared on "Coat Of Many Colors". I was disappointed that they got no recognition and also pretty confused about it.
Stacy
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Post by Doug on Dec 13, 2005 18:05:22 GMT -5
Stacy,
I have thought many times how nice an AKUS Christmas Album would be. I would bet that they could put it together pretty easily too. The only thing is that everyone would have to keep Jerry under control. I love his dobro, but I don't think his improvisations would work with Silent Night, Away in a Manger, etc.
Also, do you have the Shania Twain DVD. I love to pull it out every once in a while. What I think is so interesting is that Shania can't believe the reaction of the crowd over her songs. I don't think that she ever figures out that the reason she sounds good is that Alison and the guys back her up so well. And never on the DVD do you hear Shania giving any recognition of that.
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Post by eyesoflove on Dec 13, 2005 20:24:19 GMT -5
Doug,
I'm in love with a dobro so I love to hear it on just about anything. Our dobro player does a KILLER "What Child Is This?" dobro solo. It gives me chills.
I don't have the DVD, but I saw it when it aired on ABC a couple of years ago. I loved hearing them outside of their box. I'm not really a huge fan of Shania's music, but I do like watching her shows and interviews because I think she seems really nice and quirky. I just think her songwriting is very cheesy. I thoroughly enjoyed that show, though, and I would've LOVED more interaction between Shania and AKUS. To me, that's like getting Alan Jackson to sing your backup and never exploiting him or casting Julia Roberts in a movie and not giving her any billing lol. At the same time, Shania probably knew that Alison had potential to steal the show with her wit and didn't want to be outdone lol. I doubt she would've done that, though...she's definitely not a spotlight hog. They were definitely an asset to her songs, particularly the midtempo love songs, which tend to not be so tongue-in-cheek.
Stacy
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Post by akusgal41790 on Dec 15, 2005 21:46:36 GMT -5
It would be wonderful if AKUS had a Christmas album of their own. Alison has played with other various artists on Christmas songs before, but to have her and the guys do it their own way on an entire album would just be a hoot.
I have noticed what you (Doug and Stacy) are saying too. I loved the Shania DVD too, but I was very disappointed that Shania really didn't give too much recoginition to AKUS. The songs turned out incredible due to them performing the music. I used to be a huge fan of Shania when I was little, but haven't really liked some of the recent material she's done.. but Alison and the guys made a wonderful performance with all the songs. Alison can definatly make a show great, there's no doubt about that, so I think that's probably why Shania didn't really acknowledge her very much. I'm not sure, it's just a thought. However, whenever Alison did get to talk.. she was FUNNY. I am so happy that Alison is that comfortable on stage and acts the way she does in front of all us fans, it's what makes her so unique and great. And Stacy, the Oprah show you are talking about.. I watched one a long time ago, and it was talking about Oprah After the Show moments, and it had Alison, Dolly, Melissa, and Shania playing '9 to 5'. I'm not sure if you saw that one, but if so, did that come from the same show you're talkin about? J/w.
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Post by akfan on Dec 16, 2005 6:40:00 GMT -5
How about Choctaw Sleigh Ride(*L*)-talk to you later on!
Nancy
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