AJ Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 Thanks so much Raspbernie! That was great to watch (yes...dial-up stinks!)Thanks also for the post performance interview - shows what computers know! Now if only the record labels would learn from that!Great songs (fast or slow) sell themself - truer words have never been spoken! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AJ Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 Final question...Any chance you can rotate those live Raspberries performances as seen on YOUTUBE here? I always get bumped off by YOU TUBE before "Tonight" or "Go All The Way" finishes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marlene Posted July 17, 2006 Share Posted July 17, 2006 Why don't you try it at "Weekend and Bernies", we're there to help you overcome that fear! Now THERE'S a great idea !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poor4Life Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I think I became a "performer" to conquer my shyness. Once you walk onstage you either sink or swim. Strangely, there's a certain anonymity performing before thousands of people that makes it very easy for me. It's almost impossible for me to sing in front of a small group of friends. Go figure. ec Johnny Carson was known for bieng uncomfortably shy in a party situation with a few people, but in front of a huge audiance he could open up with no problem...Jeff Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Carmen Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I heard Leanne Rimes voice the same sentiment in an interview not long ago. Apparently, it's not that uncommon. ec Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneG Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 There appears to be a genetic basis for shyness (what a relief....it's NOT all your fault!).Here's a fun quiz to rank your shyness level: http://www.genomenewsnetwork.org/articles/04_00/shyness_quiz_2.shtml Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMMY TUNES Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I was too shy to take the test. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmichel Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I've been in radio for most of my life...And in that time i've interviewed thousands of people...Some of them have been celebrities...I've been in plays and musicals in school...No problem...I can stand in front of a huge crowd and make a speech or introduce the band...Easy as pie...But get me in a room full of people in a party situation and i head straight for the loneliest corner...Sometimes I feel like a stranger...even when i'm with people i've known for years...So yeah...I'm one of those who has no problem being in front of the crowd...It's being in the crowd that has always been my downfall...I'm sure there are many who have taken me for being cool and aloof...But that's really not true...It just takes me awhile to warm up. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMMY TUNES Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 danmichel,I can relate. I felt like I posted it. When in a crowd I feel best if I am entertaining them. It's hard for me to just fit in. Do you feel the same way? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmichel Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Yes...Exactly...It's a strange weakness to have...And something most people really don't understand...So i'm sure this has led to hard feelings over the years...Because I can't be "on" all the time...I sometimes feel I can't compete with the man they think I am. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMMY TUNES Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 danmichel,It's just hard being "one of the guys'. Thanks for sharing with me, Hope to get to know you better-TTp.s. Coincidentally I've done some DJ work in the past.(Radio,parties and clubs) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danmichel Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Glad I ran into you here tonight in this thread...Talk to ya later Tommy Tunes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TOMMY TUNES Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 danmichel, Come visit me at "TOMMY'S Name That TUNE" thread. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marlene Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 YIKES ! I scored an 18 on the quiz...my heart is racing and my hands are shaking just thinking about it !! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnneG Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Many people are shy, although I always felt I was the only one. A crowd, although more people, is less personal - it's a little easier to "turn on" a certain personality and control the shyness. In a small group, especially those who may know you better, it's harder. It's also a handicap --for those who don't know you are shy, it's very easy to be thought of as aloof, or a snob.Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Early Wynn Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 Got an 11. If I would have taken that in 6th grade, especially around Susan Blair, I would have scored 77. Damn, she was cute!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marlene Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I guess I'm the strange one here after reading everyone's posts. I do just fine with a small group of friends, patients, etc...I never feel shy in those situations, but make me get up in front of an audience...FORGET IT ! I talk like someone speeded up the tape...I forget to breathe !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted July 18, 2006 Share Posted July 18, 2006 I scored an 11. Hard to believe you got an 18, Marlene! You're such a lovely person -- nothing to be shy about! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnniekNY Posted July 19, 2006 Share Posted July 19, 2006 Now, what the hell am I missing? I just watched the clip...first thought: "Denis who? did I have a crush on five minutes ago?" What's with all the drama and analysis?I remembered this show! I couldn't begin to second-guess what emotions you had in that clip...your comments are your business, especially since I have never been a Raspberry myself. Not my business.I do know I loved singing in my band as a teenager...but I am petrified of forgetting the lyrics. As a kid, i was so nervous at the prospect of meeting new people that I used to get stomach aches. Good thing that changed!!Shyness is a tough nut to crack!Danmichael, I think one of the most bittersweet comments i have ever read here is what you posted above:"I sometimes feel I can't compete with the man they think I am." You can only be yourself...the people that don't make the effort to separate the man from the myth are questionable friends. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Kiwi Connection Posted July 19, 2006 Share Posted July 19, 2006 I scored 13. Now Muzza would probably tell you otherwise about me, but it's not true.Atleast I don't think it is... Kathy I find i'm the opposite to you,I'm ok in a small group but put me in front of a large group and I turn to jelly.Kiwi. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Posted July 19, 2006 Share Posted July 19, 2006 I got an 8. I'm just not shy. Both of my parents tell me they were painfully shy--hiding behind their mother's skirts, etc... They couldn't believe they had 2 kids that were so "un-shy". Course, #3, my little brother is extremely shy--almost to the point of being a hermit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnniekNY Posted July 19, 2006 Share Posted July 19, 2006 I got a 10. I think I've worked out my shyness by being in this board,flying to Cleveland to hang out with you guys and going to Raspberries concerts.I think I see a self-help book in this.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marlene Posted July 19, 2006 Share Posted July 19, 2006 Thanks, Jennifer ! Nah, with you guys, it's different. We're "family"..it's just whenever I have to give any kind of speech, I do the exact OPPOSITE of what everyone tells you to do. For some reason, I tend to focus on the most mean looking, bored looking, sourpuss in the room !! Which, believe me, does NOTHING to calm my nerves, and certainly doesn't boost my confidence, but I can't HELP IT !! I avoid public speaking whenever possible !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VAB5 Posted July 30, 2006 Share Posted July 30, 2006 I hate to bring this back on topic, but I just saw the MD piece for the first time. Holy cow, what a voice!I don't see anything out of the ordinary, just a great performer doing his best.And I love public speaking, but suck at small talk/small group mingling... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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