marvin Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 About a month ago I decided to put to paper what the 'berries mean to me. I then solicited the opinions of some other people on the Message Board for their views. Let me tell you that this became a very enlightening experience as I received some really touching stories from people about what the band means/meant to them. With Bernie's blessing, I've decided to take this to a larger audience. So what I'm trying to do is collect the words and thoughts from as many fans as possible about the Raspberries (what the band means to you etc.), and I would then like to put all of this together and present it to the band at the reunion concert. I mentioned this idea to Kay Bryson and she even agreed that the band would love to read something like this, 'cos in truth, who knows this band better than the fans who've followed them for 30+ years? So if you are interested in participating and have a few minutes to write down some notes, please send me your reflections. Don't worry about length, grammar etc., it's the sentiment that will matter. Thanks in advance.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 I definitely intend to participate in this. Will try to have something to you by the end of this week, Marvin.Jennifer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JPMusic Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 Raspberries music to me relects the eternal feelings of youth and and realtionships... both on a personal and an emotional level.Wally Bryson was a (and still is) a guitar mentor and I follwed them ( Mods, Choir,Cyrus Erie) around Mentor and Clevlabd area... and copied as much as I could absorb of his/their playing styles... as I also was playing in local bands at this time and have follwed all the Berries music thru various line-ups. I moved to St. Louis around the time of Raspberries inception, but continued to take thier sense of muical style with me . I always considered Mentor to be "Liverpool of America" Between the lyrics and solid vocals and musical arragemmnets, I always remember this time as truly inspirational to my development as a guitar player and songwriter. Still to this day I have this sound deeply engrained in my playing and writing syle... Of course I have a day job(computer sales to national accts) but continue to to enjoy all these years of guitar playing and attempts at song writing which I have surpised my self more then a few occasions I am very thrilled that they have resolved all internal issues between each other and I have so much anticiaption to what lies ahead in thier careers both as Raspberries and individual musicains Jerry Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted October 25, 2004 Author Share Posted October 25, 2004 Thanks for the responses that I've already received to this topic. Could I kindly ask that you pls send your comments (reflections) to the email address in my Profile?Thank youMarvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted October 25, 2004 Share Posted October 25, 2004 Sent you my "reflections" via email, Marvin. Quite a task to try to put my emotions into words. Satisfying in the end, though, so thanks for prodding me to it!Jennifer Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marlene Posted October 27, 2004 Share Posted October 27, 2004 Thanks, Marvin. What a great idea ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted October 27, 2004 Author Share Posted October 27, 2004 I've received some wonderful, touching stories so far. Some have brought a tear to my eye (thanks Larry!), while others have been filled with so much musical history (Yeah Ted!), that I've been given a new appreciation for the breadth of knowledge on this Message Board. So please those who have not yet contributed and want to do so, get your stories to me.Thanks.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted October 28, 2004 Author Share Posted October 28, 2004 Keep the stories coming. So far I've received 13 in all, including one today from Paul Sidoti that offered fabulous insights.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted October 29, 2004 Author Share Posted October 29, 2004 There's been a bit of a lull in the proceedings. Haven't received any 'reflections' in a couple of days. So, come on gang, I want to be overwhelmed with responses. I KNOW the band is going to love reading your stories.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted October 30, 2004 Author Share Posted October 30, 2004 ..and not only will your stories make into the hands of Eric, Dave, Wally, Jim, Scott and Mike, but most likely they'll also be housed somewhere on this website. Right Bernie?Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordharris Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Marvin, that is so cool, do you really mean that.I love it.If the raspberries come to Toronto, are you going?If so, could you pick me up please.I'm hoping the guys will play in that area.Eric, thank you so much, I got it, smoothly, delivered.Here's hoping to see you, real real soon.In person, ok Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gordharris Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Hey Eric, remember that show, "Hee Haw" with Buck Owens and Roy Clark, Well, what you maild me, I 'll be soon, picking and a grinin. LolThank s Jim, also, you tell Dave, Gord's coming. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
smittie Posted October 30, 2004 Share Posted October 30, 2004 Hey Gord, Do give more details! Did Eric mail you something? Your message is too cryptic, please explain! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted October 31, 2004 Author Share Posted October 31, 2004 Jennifer sorry to bump you down the list a bit, but I'd like to let everyone know that I'm setting a deadline of Friday, November 5th for your respective "reflections" stories. This will give Bernie enough time to get it on the website prior to the concert, and it will give me enough time to put together a nice package to present to the band.Thank you for all your efforts.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 1, 2004 Author Share Posted November 1, 2004 Gentle reminder: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5th is the deadline for you to send me your reflections. The final package won't be as impressive looking as Bernie's book, but it will still be something I think the band will be happy to receive - and it's from the fans.Thanks.Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 2, 2004 Author Share Posted November 2, 2004 Well Darlene, now that you're back, you just HAVE to contribute to the "Reflections."Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 4, 2004 Author Share Posted November 4, 2004 UPDATE: I've now received 21 stories, but I'm wondering where are the stories from the'regular' Message Board visitors like Seattle Steve, Bahoo, Darlene, Tony, BadfingerBarb, Gina, etc? Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blackhawkpat Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Everyone should really try to contribute to this project. Marvin has done yeoman work trying to get this together. I was fortunate enough to have him share his with me early and it is really great. I think this is a project that the group will really appreciate and I think everyone here should be a part of. It doesn't matter if it is two lines or a novel. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
aggiesjc Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 Good point. I was initially hesitant, thinking I'd need to write something highly detailed and long-winded to get my feelings across. With Marvin's urging, I decided to put together a shorter version of what this band means to me, and am glad I did. The amount I paid for my first Raspberries album, the name of the store where I bought it, and what time of day I bought it aren't in there, but my sentiments are, and that's what counts. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamacote Posted November 4, 2004 Share Posted November 4, 2004 ....my brother and i would skip school to be at the record store the day each new raspberries lp would ship......the obsession continues to this day!!!!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 4, 2004 Author Share Posted November 4, 2004 Thanks for the kind words Pat and Jennifer. Now it's time for everyone else who has not yet contributed to climb on board. Wally has read some of the stories and has been fascinated by the level of devotion of Raspberries fans. Kay's exact words to me were that he was "touched." Scott has told me that he "can't wait to receive" his copy. Marvin p.s. mamacote your last post was a bit of a teaser. Send me your story! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julie Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Just got done sending my reflection of the Raspberries. Thanks for doing this Marvin! It is a great idea!--Julie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darlene Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 Marvin, I just completed and sent mine via private message. Thanks for the opportunity and such a great idea! --Darlen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted November 5, 2004 Author Share Posted November 5, 2004 All I can say is "thank you", "thank you" and one more, "thank you." I have laughed, I have cried; your stories have moved me like you cannot believe, and I know you will illicit the same emotions. My wife thinks I'm nuts, but you know what? I've waited 34 years for these moments, and the wait has finally become worth it. Send me more, send me more!Marvin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnniekNY Posted November 5, 2004 Share Posted November 5, 2004 marvin, will we get to read the "Reflections" or is it just for the band?annie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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