chris hess Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 it's real tim..but do'nt want to offend the ones that do'nt..it is just raw emotion,that's all!! lol,chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterling Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 This is great news! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BeatleJay Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Congrats to the guys! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reid C. Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 I wouldn't worry about a few well-placed expletives, Chris. It's about time we had something to get fired up about! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspberrywine Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 Just great news, how cool. Too bad that audience couldnt be stuffed with a couple hundred hard core Raspberries fans. Great news. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HT from Mo Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 What songs are the Raspberries going to perform?"Go All The Way"(that's a gimmie), "I Wanna Be With You", "Ecstacy", hmmm..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris hess Posted March 18, 2009 Share Posted March 18, 2009 please,please,please keep us posted,or we will hound you to death!! another rabid raspberries fan,lol,chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stringer Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Great new! Congratulations to the band. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kiwi Connection Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 GREAT NEWS!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mitch Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 Yes....great news !!Now...go and show the rock hall what they're missing !!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mymooladi Posted March 19, 2009 Share Posted March 19, 2009 This is awesome news!! Just think how many new fans they will have after they play at the rock hall. They will blow them away even if we are not there. I can't help but hope that this might lead to something good in the future for us. They are a talent you just can't keep down. I am so happy for you guys, you deserve it.My hats off to Billy... Way to go Billy, sounds like a great gig. EnjoyLove June Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollies65 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 My guess is that the people at this show [inductees and friends...big money Clevelanders] are already fans of the Berries. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris hess Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 maybe the berries need this show without the rabid raspberries fans to prove a point to new fans..does that make sense?? i mean,they had the usual fans during the reunion,now it's time to make new ones..lol,chris..p.s. and they will ..believe me!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sherberries Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 This is great news! Congrats to the best band ever! Here's hoping for more shows. Is it too early to start my "Please come to L.A. plea?" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SuperModStar Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Congratulations Eric, Wally, Dave and Jim, the Overdubs and the entire crew - everyone involved with the success of the Raspberries these past few years. You've all played a role in making this happen. Guys, give them a great performance and rock their socks off!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Art Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 WONDERFUL!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Billy, will you be playing with both bands? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sllvnbil Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Hey Kirk, My intention was to play with all three bands, Gary Lewis, Herman's Hermits AND the Raspberries. When Peter Noone called me with the job offer,, he said I can do this part time and still work with Gary Lewis if I want. Well, I though,, perfect situation,,, since Gary Lewis's dates were pretty much part time these last 10 years or so,, I can turn this into a full time situation. I also thought of the Raspberries as well,, being that their dates are few and far between. My thinking was that it would all work out with a little juggling!! When I presented this idea to Gary Lewis,, he basiclly told me he was unhappy about it. Even thou Gary's dates are very part time {20 to 40 dates a year}, he still wants his band members to keep their schedules open, even if the dates come in or not. This is my profession and I can't work that way. I wanted to avoid alot of tention between us so I decided to make a clean break and hand in my resignation w Gary after 23 years. Peter then offered me the position full time. I sent an e-mail to all the Raspberries, Overdubs and Al explaining my situation. I told them that my availability would be slimmer than before but I will always try to make it happen to play with the Raspberries if the occasion arises. I'm gonna try to play with both bands. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Billy sorry to hear about your resignation from Gary's band, but that's great that you'll be able to play with Peter and hopefully Raspberries. When are you coming to Calgary with Peter? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sllvnbil Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Herman's Hermits did close to 105 dates last year. I haven't seen 100 days on the road since 1992!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollies65 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Bill, are you taking the place of the guy from the Mosquitos?, The guy who sang 'Darn Well'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hollies65 Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Nevermind...I just saw Peters blog...you're both playing! Cool. Please pass along that I consider 'Darn Well' one of the top 5 Garage Rock songs EVER...of ANY era. Thanks...and see you at the show! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kirk Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Billy, aka "Road Warrior" I hope it all works our for you! Kirk. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris hess Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 will paul be playing too??lol,chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sllvnbil Posted March 20, 2009 Share Posted March 20, 2009 Paul Sidoti won't be playing the Rock Hall gig. His touring schedule w Taylor Swift is really extensive. Pauly will always be a part of the "family". Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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