ira Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 To quote those musical icons-England Dan and John Ford Coley-I think i speak for everyone in saying-"I'd Realy Love To see You (in concert) Again"-Ira (and everyone else.) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
darlene Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 Brian, Yes, I was. The thought of sabotage never crossed my mind that night, but *something* sure happened. --Darlene Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris hess Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 sorry everyone,especially eric..i do'nt mean to come off as cynical,i'll take your word on this w/great expectations!!! as far as myself,i hate playing the guessing game,but on this,i'll deal with it!!!lol,chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don_Krider Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 I think Eric's being very generous with the lead time (five months), which allows me to set some money aside for a trip. Eric gave us all a "heads up" on an event that *might* happen, something that shows he does care about his fans. I think we all appreciate that. I wish more artists did that.If we get a solo show, I'd love to hear a medley of Eric's Beach Boys-inspired tunes ("Drivin' Around," "On The Beach," "Cruisin' Music," "My Girl," "She Did It," "Someday") --- that was one treat I loved for years on the later Raspberries LPs and then on the first solo albums (seemed like an Eric Carmen "tradition" at the time), each with a Beach Boys-inspired song that was as good as Brian Wilson's best work (and I love Brian Wilson). At the very least, I'd love to hear "Someday" done live.Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted May 1, 2006 Author Share Posted May 1, 2006 "Beach Boys inspired tunes", Don, you and I are on the same page.Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Don_Krider Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 Marvin, we are indeed on the same page --- I've always viewed Eric as the 6th Beach Boy. I remember an old Phonograph Record Magazine "Beach Boys issue" where Eric described each of The Beach Boys as a specific musical instrument --- neatest commentary I've ever read.Now that I think about it, I could see "Sunrise" as part of a Beach Boys-inspired medley, but I'd rather hear the entire album version done live (actually, I was just imagining that if Eric ever did an orchestra tour city-by-city (the Louisville Orchestra has "Pops" concerts with major artists, and I imagine most major cities do that as well), how cool that would be with a full orchestra playing behind it...)Don Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted May 1, 2006 Author Share Posted May 1, 2006 I believe that there would be a demand to take this solo show to other cities, and it goes without saying that much of Eric's solo material would sound majestic with an orchestra behind it. So to elaborate, Part 1 of the show would be the orchestral-type songs:"Boats", "ABM", "Devil", "Desperate", etc...Part 2 could be the songs that benefit from having a band:"That's Rock and Roll", "It Hurts too Much", etc...and of course Part 3 would be our Beach Boys-inspired music!Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiggsherby Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 I like the chances at 95% and if things don't work out for the 6th of October...we'll go to Plan B....I agree with Darlene, we need to trust him on this.As far as the set list is concerned, it might be easier to come up with a list of songs that we "wouldn't" want to hear live!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tim From Wisconsin Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 You're right Harry!If there would be any cover songs performed, here are some I don't want Eric to perform: Tim Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
julesberry Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 Agreed - Especially Pass on the Meatloaf - Yuck. <img border="0" alt="[blech!]" title="" src="graemlins/blech.gif" /> Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspberrywine Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 Pass the meatloaf-Yum. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted May 1, 2006 Share Posted May 1, 2006 So Marvin, Are you thinking, "A Night with Eric Carmen and the Cleveland Symphony Orchestra"? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris hess Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 gotta put my two cents in for what it's worth..but if eric IS indeed doing a solo outing,i hope he does more rockin stuff as opposed to the ballad material..i think his rockin songs need to be more exposed than the softer!! eric can rock like no other,but the ballads seems to be what the general public know him to be..i disagree w/that presumtion!!! lol,chris Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 Paulie, give me 3 points for picking the Oct 6th "EC with an orchestra" contest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted May 2, 2006 Author Share Posted May 2, 2006 Gee Tony, you're a psychic. Now how did you figure that out?Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skip from st.paul mn Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 Yes Marvin, please include the great Born To Love You in your set list! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
marvin Posted May 2, 2006 Author Share Posted May 2, 2006 I'm sure that Eric will come up with a set list that will satisfy all.Marv Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trindy Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 I want the slow "Let's Pretend"...complete with oboe solo!How's about it?And it would be stunning to hear "Overnight Sensation" tackled by a full orchestra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sthom3521 Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 I posted this in Eric's 'Oct 6 spot,' but didn't see this thread, Marv! May not be popular with some of ya but if "Last Night," "Sleep With Me," "Boats...", and "Cartoon World" are played, I'll be quite happy. And, YES..."It Hurts Too Much" and "Sunrise"...the latter with some strident but 'smooth' backing vocals, much like on Eric's 1st solo record. Wow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sthom3521 Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 Oh, and "Fooling Myself,' but it will have to be brought down a key or two. Songs in the lower keys sometimes have more soul anyway. I loved hearing "Lets Pretend" with strident guitars and in the key of "E" in NYC. Wow again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sally G Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 I'm hoping Eric decides to include "Ecstasy," "On Broadway" and the slow version of "I Wanna Be With You."It would be a dream come true if Eric would be able to take this show to NYC for a performance at Carnegie Hall. Oh the goose bumps! We went to the Grand Ole Opry at Carnegie Hall last November and all the artists, mostly well-seasoned, were in awe of the place. The acoustics were incredibly amazing, too, of course. All The Best,Joyce Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
raspberrywine Posted May 2, 2006 Share Posted May 2, 2006 As expressed by others, I also hope EC rocks as well. Many people, apart from loyal fans, aren't fully aware of how this guy can rock and the great body of rockers he also wrote and recorded. I would lead with the orchestra, then rock with the band, then finish with the orchestra. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Foolin' Myself Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 I'm just so thrilled that a lot of you want EC to play me in the set. (That's play the song "Foolin' Myself" in case any of you guys have dirty minds). And I would love to hear Darlene playing in the background. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tony Cartmill Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 Does EC open with "Desperate Fools Overture" that leads into "Spotlight" or "Marathon Man"?And can we get, "Special Guest String Musician: Darlene (Lemonade Girl) Brandt"?I'm sure all the other Cleveland Pops players could cover for her many sharps and flats... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Eric Carmen Posted May 3, 2006 Share Posted May 3, 2006 Who say you can't rock with an orchestra? You guys ever hear Led Zeppelin play "Kashmir"????? ec Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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