NAME: Derek Araujo
LOCATION: Cambridge, MA
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/11/98
Time: 3:20:39 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce has been the greatest musical influence of my life. It has been an honour to construct his web site. I hope you enjoyed it!
NAME: dan
LOCATION:
ADDRESS: derekiseric@hotmail.c
Date: 4/11/98
Time: 9:19:40 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is an outstanding bass player, but I think calling him "God" is pushing it. Les Claypool is the man when it comes to bass. I'm a huge Cream fan, and would love see a reunion sometime soon.
NAME: jeff lynch
LOCATION: lititz, pennsylvania, usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/11/98
Time: 9:50:53 PM
COMMENTS
jack's dedication to music first and formost, for the shear enjoyment of it, has always been an inspiration to me. Particularly after seeing Jack with Ringo, I was moved by just how much *fun* everyone both on stage and off was having. And *that* is what it is about.
the fact that he's a brilliant player and composer and vocalist helps too ...
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/12/98
Time: 7:12:16 AM
COMMENTS
Jack has been my favorite muso since I was about 16.I have not heard any recent stuff but hope to soon.Great site. See Ya, Paul.
NAME: Nick Morris
LOCATION: Houston, Texas
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/13/98
Time: 12:04:39 PM
COMMENTS
I've been a fan of Jack Bruce since 1967. He's an incredible live preformer. I'm so glad to see this site and other sites paying tribute to him. Can't wait to read entries from Jack's personal diary.
NAME: Steve Raynes
LOCATION: Matteson, IL USA
ADDRESS: Bassball635
Date: 4/13/98
Time: 10:01:59 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is IT. Period. I was about 9 when I heard Sunshine on the radio for the first time, and I was blown away...."What is that sound?" This was through a cheap one speaker AM radio too!!! My first experience with IT. Spent every day of my life since chasing IT. Bought a Gibson bass, bought Hartke amps, just bought a fretless. Gotta find IT. How do you do IT Jack?? I'm 42 now...still chasing IT. Bought every album of yours I can find. Hear IT all the time. Still can't do IT though. Probably never quite will. But sometimes, for just a second, I come close to IT. Be like Mike? nah....Play like Jack!! Now you're talking!!! You're the best sir. You're my Ellington, my Jaco, and when Pete's hot, my Dylan too. I'll probably never have IT Jack. But I thank God you do.
NAME: Gary Carlson
LOCATION: Simi Valley, CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/14/98
Time: 12:46:09 AM
COMMENTS
Way to go, Derek...nice job! I hope to contribute as time allows.
NAME: gregory szymczak
LOCATION: Poland
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/14/98
Time: 3:11:12 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Fans, I managed recently to get JB"Live on test...", JB "Slab boys soundtrack", "R&B at Abbey road", "Bernis Marsden "About time too" and all CDs with Duffy Power and JB. I have heard of 4 CD pack being prepared by same Bill Levenson solely with JB stuff. It is high time we got JB "Harmony row " on CD and others as well. I think the most liked thing in JB is his voice anyway which was of superb kind between 1966 and 1981 ; that is why his records from that time are classic. Also recent CDs from CMP
NAME: Steve Porter
LOCATION: Wappingers Falls NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/17/98
Time: 4:30:48 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Paul Finiello
LOCATION: Queens, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/17/98
Time: 7:42:38 PM
COMMENTS
Great site. Nice pictures.
NAME: Ron Frye
LOCATION: Dunedin, Fl.
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/17/98
Time: 10:24:04 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce has been my inspiration since I started playing bass 23 years ago. NO BODY pushes the envelope like him. The fearless joy and enthusiasm in which he attacks a song is breathtaking. His command of the dynamics of a song set him heads above anyone else. When I get down about the malaise and predictable pap that is passed off as music these days I always turn to him for reassurance that there are still real musicians out there. Nothing like queing up the live "Spoonfull" or "Clearout" to get your motor running! It's very heartwarming that this site exists so Jack can know how much his fans appreciate him!!!!
NAME: Bill Flynn
LOCATION: Ashburn, VA
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/18/98
Time: 2:40:51 PM
COMMENTS
Thanks for all the great music, Jack.
NAME: Don Perry
LOCATION: Columbia , SC
ADDRESS: fenlaw @axs2k.net
Date: 4/23/98
Time: 1:31:16 AM
COMMENTS
Tis is a really cool tribute to a legend. Give my best to "God"!
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/24/98
Time: 7:03:03 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Derek, After watching the video of the 'Hall of Fame' gig I am more than ever convinced that J.B. ,E.C. ,G.B. should do it.Jack and Eric know each others moves so well that they could have one mind. Paul Fuller
NAME: craig wells
LOCATION: wakefield eangland
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/27/98
Time: 2:42:19 PM
COMMENTS
i recently saw an eric clapton interview in a guitar magazine .The 1993 reunion seems to have unnerved him ,BECAUSE to say he was touchy about his CREAM past would be an understatement,He would be quite happy i am sure to have Greatest hit packages out with titles like Cream of Eric Clapton rather than show a reunion could be a viable option,he was clearly flustered by the idea that people saw his career as nothing more a sideline or a shadow of his cream days,But the sad old cunt would not even hold his hands up.and admit it.so go out and buy his solo album and keep him from really extend his talents, enuff sed!
NAME: Greg Wallace
LOCATION: Hilliard, Ohio
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/29/98
Time: 8:40:44 PM
COMMENTS
Though I was a Cream fan, I really got into Jack Bruce when I picked up 'Harmony Row' for $2.78 or so in high school. I was lucky enough to hear the first couple tracks in a stereo store right after it came out. Months later I had some spare change and picked it up and it's been a BIG favorite ever since. Great record. I've got just about all of Jack's stuff since. Why in the world isn't Polydor manufacturing that CD anymore? I got mine but no one else can buy it! Can't wait to hear the Whistle Test record.
BTW this is a great idea for a web page.
NAME: Cary L. Heuchert
LOCATION: Vancouver, Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/30/98
Time: 9:52:53 PM
COMMENTS
Jack is one of my favorite all-time vocalists (along with Roger Chapman and John Lennon). I just wish he could make a trip to Canada for a tour. Great site by the way!
NAME: Craig Follett
LOCATION: Gander Nfld
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/1/98
Time: 9:47:06 PM
COMMENTS
Bruce is good!
NAME: jon
LOCATION: san diego (poway)
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/2/98
Time: 4:31:12 PM
COMMENTS
Derek, I have admired your work on the web for a number of years now, and visit your variouse sights numerouse times a month. I must say, it must be a great honor to be the one chosen to make the Jack Bruce page! I was inspired from your pages to make pages of my own. Some of my work with powerpoint will soon be featured on the Abraxas High School (my school)'s web sight. You may want to check out a page that I, as well as one of my friends, have been working on. It is to promote my friend's band (who are cream fans too!). http://www.geocities.com/sunsetstrip/amphitheatre/5003/page1.html If possible, I would like to contact Jack. As a fan of his, I am also a musician long inspired by his work with Cream and the Grahm Bond Organization, as well as his work since the break up of Cream.
NAME: Jimm Hickey
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/4/98
Time: 1:33:35 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! I'm freelancing in new York at the moment. I've played with some interesting people in the jazz scene(Jaco,Urbaniak,and others) as well as in other circles. I'm at http://home.earthlink.net/~jimhickey Drop by when you have a minute!
NAME: Joe Birish
LOCATION: New Jersey, U.S.
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/5/98
Time: 4:38:44 PM
COMMENTS
I've been a big Jack Bruce fan for years. The new WEB site looks great! Keep up the good work.
NAME: BOB
LOCATION: SWEDEN
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/6/98
Time: 6:54:39 AM
COMMENTS
Absolutely brilliant homepage along with Buckeyes zeppelin the cream of the crop! pun intended
NAME: Scott Hull
LOCATION: Chicago, Il
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/7/98
Time: 1:17:08 PM
COMMENTS
I have enjoyed Jack's music for the last 30+ years. I have had the pleasure of seeing him almost everytime he came to Chicago. In fact, the first rock concert that I went to was the Jack Bruce Band at the Ivanhoe Theatre. I can still remember the first time I heard Jack sing "Politician". I have enjoyed Jack's music for the last 30+ years. I have had the pleasure of seeing him almost everytime he came to Chicago. In fact, the first rock concert that I went to was the Jack Bruce Band at the Ivanhoe Theatre. I can still remember the first time I heard Jack sing "Politician".
I hope Jack tours the US soon, and brings Gary Moore along for the tour.
Do you if their are any plans to reissue Jack's CD "Out Of The Storm"? this is the only major Jack Bruce CD that I am missing from my Jack Bruce collection?
Thanks & Keep on rockin'
Scott H.
NAME: Ron Shankland
LOCATION: Wisconsin,USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/8/98
Time: 10:44:31 AM
COMMENTS
HI!:>Believe it or not I actually lived a few apartments away from Jack!Iwas born in Harmony Row Scotland(the name of Jack's BEST solo album) and went to high school and college there too!Jack has made some amazin' music!_Most underrated album?_Shelter from the Storm!People should forget about Cream and all that past glories crap!Jack is always moving forward-his playing on the Seville Gig w./ Bob Dylan on "WAtchtwer" is MAMMOTH!
NAME: John Bujak
LOCATION: Liverpool, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/9/98
Time: 2:25:24 PM
COMMENTS
I've been a JB/Cream fanatic since 1968. He was a huge influence on my bass playing and he still is. Jack is an incredible musician, vocalist and songwriter. Just listen to what he was doing in 1968! He was the real talent behind Cream. It's about time that he receives the recognition that he truly deserves. In my opinion, the man is a god! Long live Jack Bruce and the Gibson EB-3!
NAME: Ron Mirro
LOCATION: Wantagh,ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/10/98
Time: 9:52:39 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, Your music has always had a big effect on me and I thank you for the joy your music has brought me since 1966. Thanks!
NAME: Tom
LOCATION: IN
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/13/98
Time: 9:56:42 PM
COMMENTS
Thank you for the great websit, Derek, and thank you so much for all the wonderful music, Jack. You have been a huge influence on my life, and have given me the inspiration to continue playing the violin and guitar. You are truly the greatest bassist ever.
NAME: Paul Wilson
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/14/98
Time: 3:18:53 PM
COMMENTS
Happy 55th birthday to Jack Bruce. May you have as many again! Some songs I would most love to hear Jack play live:
'Deserted Cities of the Heart' 'Doin' that Scrapyard Thing' 'We're Going Wrong' 'Rope Ladder to the Moon' 'Tickets to Waterfalls' 'He the Richmond' 'Morning Story' 'Escape to the Royal Wood' 'Victoria Sage' 'Post War' 'One' 'Pieces of Mind' 'Running Through Our Hands' 'Rawalpindi Blues' 'One Word' 'Bird Alone' 'Make Love' 'Like a Plate' (is that possible?!) 'Shadow Song' 'Childsong' and the rest...
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/15/98
Time: 3:37:52 AM
COMMENTS
Happy Birthday to the world's premier vocalist; Mr. Bruce.
NAME: carolina Iturrieta
LOCATION: santiago,CHILE
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/15/98
Time: 4:57:07 PM
COMMENTS
I really love JACK.I think he is the best singer in the world.My gold dream is to Know him. He is present in all the momets of my life. I've been trying to write to DEREK ARAUJO,i Know he Know a lot of JACK, but hotmail doesnot send the message. Please if you read this message write me.
LOVE,CAROLINA.
NAME: Glenn Bohan
LOCATION: Home
ADDRESS: BOHANG1@aol
Date: 5/17/98
Time: 1:12:47 AM
COMMENTS
I have engoyed the music of Jack Bruce for thirty one years.
I have a queastion for Jack regarding a show he did at The Chance in Poughkeepsie, NY in the late 80's, while touring with Ginger Baker. In the audience was what I felt, a look a like of Eric Clapton, my wife thought it was him, as well as some of the audience. Jack did you put this person up to this, during the show you did make remarks about Clapton. Second why would you have wanted to play with him? He really hasn't done anything worthwhile after Cream and your solo material was superior to Cream anyway. We all know Cream was Jack Bruce.
Thank you for the great music you produced over the years.
NAME: Jim Sheridan
LOCATION: Sandy Hook, CT
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/17/98
Time: 11:21:35 PM
COMMENTS
Just got the JACK BRUCE ON THE OLD GREY WHISTLE TEST cd recently; very nice!!! I'm a big Mick Taylor fan who thinks that this line-up should've stuck together, they had great potential. I also am a big Billy Cobham fan, so it was nice to hear some of his work with Jack. Cobham fans should note that the Tommy Bolin Archives have put out some previously unreleased stuff with Bolin, jan Hammer, and Cobhma JAMMING OUT!!! Nicely recorded by Eddie kramer too. Jim S
NAME: Russ Brown
LOCATION: Detroit, Mi.
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/23/98
Time: 6:33:49 PM
COMMENTS
Hoping for the chance to see Jack live in concert someday. My favorite stuff is from Harmony Row and Out of the storm. Few have melded such inspired lyrics and music as Jack and Pete. Glad to see the website exists. For now, Jack, I trace your name in spnach!
NAME: Barry Kessel
LOCATION: Westport,CT USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/24/98
Time: 10:32:23 PM
COMMENTS
Derek -- or whomever is reading this.
Great Site!
I'm looking for a Harmony Row CD. Tough to find. Any suggestions or help much appreciated. My copy, an old LP, is shot. I miss Smiles & Grins!
Thanks. Keep up the good work.
NAME: Ckaes Rylander
LOCATION: Ronneby Sweden
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/25/98
Time: 7:25:00 AM
COMMENTS
I´m playin´ in a band called "Disraeli Gears" we have a gig 4 july in a bluesfestival. I will have a try to make it as good as possible. May the force be with me.
NAME: Greg Conway
LOCATION: Charlestown, RI, usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/26/98
Time: 11:24:29 AM
COMMENTS
This is absolutely great11 I've been a Jack Bruce fan for 30 years, and I'm a bass player myself (with an EB3 and a Warwick Thumb Bass fretless amongst my axes, naturally)!! Keep up the good work.
NAME: April Springer
LOCATION: Coos Bay, Oregon
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/26/98
Time: 1:14:06 PM
COMMENTS
I've been a Jack fan as long as i have been playing my bass. All of one year and 4 months. I must be the youngest person on the HR list. Mr. Bruce there are not the words in the English language to describe how much i enjoy your playing and singing. You make me shiver. My God, i was born 10 years late. I missed out on all the good stuff. Thank You.
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/28/98
Time: 7:34:49 AM
COMMENTS
I listened to the sample of "The Food" today. I have always loved Jack's honky tonk piano.Maybe o ne day I will be able to buy it in Australia.See ya,Paul.
NAME: RON GAMBLE
LOCATION: UNITED STATES
ADDRESS: RG6753@AOL
Date: 5/30/98
Time: 8:21:58 PM
COMMENTS
I AGREE THE BEST BASSIST IN ROCK. LETS CORRESPOND
NAME: dave
LOCATION: england
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/1/98
Time: 9:39:27 AM
COMMENTS
Ever since I saw Jack play at Ronnie Scotts Birmingham, I knew that this guy was totally tops and there is no-one on the face of the earth that can match him as a bassist, composer etc...
How can I describe that gig? - Other than his personality filled the place! I even took a mate who didn't like Jacks' music - consequently, he does now!
Oh yeah, he also made me switch to playing fretless bass too! - Totally awesome!
NAME: Mike Huffman
LOCATION: Arizona
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/2/98
Time: 1:37:14 AM
COMMENTS
exellent...from a Jackomaniac from the late sixties
NAME: Lester Horowitz
LOCATION: Tallahassee, Florida
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/2/98
Time: 9:19:34 AM
COMMENTS
It's a great web page. Do you have one for Ginger Baker?
NAME: carolina
LOCATION: chili
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/2/98
Time: 11:59:50 AM
COMMENTS
I love Jack,i really love him, and for that reason I'am writing here because want to share with you this feeling. Jack i the best and i want to tell him : Jack I love you with all my heart and i'm so sad because i can't tell you peronally, your music is my drug and you make me feel happy every day. I'm from Chili , so far of you. I hope you read this desesperate messge and can you write me. I love you for all mylife Carolina .
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/3/98
Time: 6:24:52 AM
COMMENTS
I love the sound samples. Please move new entries to the top of the page.see ya ,Paul .
NAME: Claudia
LOCATION: Chile
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/8/98
Time: 11:03:16 AM
COMMENTS
I really love Jack's music, his voice has a magnific powerful, when I heard him in Cream, my heart exploted. He is awesome!, not only singing, as bassist too. His music moves to me to fantasy places, when only music exists, and there aren't any problems. Anything I could say is a bit that I feel,thank you very much for your beautiful page,you make me feel so happy, I'd like to know more people that like Jack and Cream, please e-mailme
NAME: Michael Oakes
LOCATION: Washington DC
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/8/98
Time: 3:59:44 PM
COMMENTS
Jack was a member of the all time best band - CREAM. "We're Going Wrong" in my opinion is Jack's best.
NAME: Peter de Simone
LOCATION: New York City
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/14/98
Time: 1:43:34 AM
COMMENTS
First, believe it or not, but Jack Bruce has been an incredible influence on my GUITAR playing!! Its not what the man plays, but how he plays it - with so much freedom, energy, and confidence. He's so much more than a bass player...great musicians are great musicians!! Second, I'm wondering what other people think about great musicians? What makes them great? Is there an aesthetic standard of sorts? Is it a technical capacity (I don't think so), or somethin els? I'd love to read anyone's thoughts.
NAME: Steve Perks
LOCATION: Warrington. England
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/14/98
Time: 5:52:46 AM
COMMENTS
An excellent website, very pleasing to the eye,a joy to use and lots of interesting stuff!
NAME: Ralph Barron
LOCATION: Waterville,Maine
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/15/98
Time: 10:22:14 PM
COMMENTS
I think that Jack Bruce is one of the greastest bass players that ever lived.I especially love his bass solo in the West,Bruce and Laing album "Live n' Kickn'."Dose anyone know if that album is on compact disc? If it is, please let me know how I can purchase it. I cannot find it anywhere.Anyone that loves bass would love the the song "Powerhouse Sod."Thanks
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/16/98
Time: 6:57:17 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack fans , I agree with Ralph !
NAME: Peeter
LOCATION: Estonia
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/16/98
Time: 12:50:46 PM
COMMENTS
Jack is an incredible bass player and singer.Thank you Jack for all this beautiful music!P.S. It's a nice page too!
NAME: Kip Corbett
LOCATION: PA
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/17/98
Time: 6:20:30 PM
COMMENTS
7757 020 keep rockin Jack!!!
NAME: Dave Oswald
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/18/98
Time: 6:08:53 AM
COMMENTS
JackÕs DiscographyJack appeared with considerable effect om 'Mike Gibbs" a Deram recording from 1970. This featured in the main contemporary big-band jazz. It featured such luminaries as John Surman, Alan Skidmore, Ray Warleigh, Chris Spedding, Ray Russell, John Marshall and Tony Oxley. I think unfortunately it has been deleted but I have it on somewhat scratched vinyl. I can give more details if anyone is interested. Its a bloody good album.Scotland for the world cup?!?
NAME: paul convery
LOCATION: argyll,scotland
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/18/98
Time: 10:50:06 AM
COMMENTS
This is a good site, but when is jack going to play Glasgow again? The last time I saw him perform was at the Jazz festival with Gary Husband & Blues Saraceno and it was mindblowing!! How about a few gigs in his native land - he always gets a good reception
NAME: Michael Marsch
LOCATION: Marburg, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/98
Time: 4:44:17 AM
COMMENTS
Hi, Jack Bruce is one of my favorite bass players and singer, also perfect song writer. You can find infos of Jack's appearance on the german TV show Rockpalast at the Rockpalast Archiv: http://www.mabi.de/~marsch/rp Michael
NAME: duane tyler
LOCATION: san diego
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/98
Time: 6:32:02 PM
COMMENTS
I want to purchase a copy of Live on the Old Grey Whistle Test. I am also interested in a vinyl copy (I believe it has not been issued on cd) of Automatic. Can anyone help?
NAME: mark hodgson
LOCATION: deland,fl..usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/28/98
Time: 4:21:00 AM
COMMENTS
jack is the one musician besides muddy waters i have studied most. i am a composer and blues artist...www.hippjoint.com...i want to record with him..serious...how do i go about that?
NAME: Neal Weiner
LOCATION: Long Beach, CA, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/28/98
Time: 4:42:50 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,
Are you really personally receiving this email? I hope so, because this message is really to YOU....
If not, it would be GREAT if whoever is managing Jack's mail would print this out and give it to him. 30 years of loyal fandom oughtta be worth SOME communication with this talented but still equal earthling!
I've been a fan since, well, Cream.
Saw U a few times w/various bands. IF you respond, I will tell you about my interesting experiences seeing Jack Bruce from the standpoint of a Southern California music fan.
I play keys in a band called Blue Dot. We are a very 60's-nfluenced '90's type outft. We do mostly originally originals , but one of our cover songs is "Jumpng Off th Sun," which isn't yours, but somehow reminds me of U.
Anyway, "Jumping" sounds great when Emily, our 21-year-old vocalist, puts her Velvet Throat to it.
MONKJACK ROCKS. You needed this change of scenery. CITIES OF THE HEART had to happen, but clemson (or moore) ain't no clapton. I'm glad U did it and I'm hopin that itprovided closure essential to the emergence of the UTTERLY COOL NEW PHASE!
I know that you're gettin older (as are we all), but JUST KEEP BEING JACK BRUCE and you'll keep being gifted.
Don't ever forget, THE BEST IS YET TO COME!
I hope it come to L.A. soon!
And hey, tell Ringo to ROCK! %^D
-Neal
NAME: Gary Fish
LOCATION: Idyllwild, California
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/30/98
Time: 3:50:27 AM
COMMENTS
Hey, hey!! Pretty cool site. Myself and guitarist/songwriter, Joseph Liston, are giving "high regards" to this informative and tastefully done site. I own www.artmountain.com, and Mr. Liston has played on numerous concert venues, some of which may be found on greencafe.com, under Radio Free World. To quote J. Lennon; "...it's a warm and delightful evenin', out there...."
NAME: DAVID
LOCATION: AMHERST, MASS
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/1/98
Time: 11:34:47 PM
COMMENTS
I've seen J.B. in every lineup since Cream in 67. Post Wars & AS You Said are my favorites seen live! I play drums in a band and do some Cream standards. Does anyone have sheets on J.B. post Cream stuff. I remember once seeing a Songs for a Tailor songbook. Please write with info. Listen to Apostrophe with Zappa and Jim Gordon on drums!!
NAME: John Triumfante
LOCATION: Zamboanga City, Philippines
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/7/98
Time: 10:51:42 PM
COMMENTS
I really like your style in playing bass .
NAME: mike phillips
LOCATION: atl ga
ADDRESS: mkbsp
Date: 7/11/98
Time: 10:51:00 AM
COMMENTS
im one of dopp's friends.......saw you in '77...'80...'86...&'90....and am in no way related to glen phillips..
NAME: virgilio
LOCATION: mexico
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/11/98
Time: 3:48:25 PM
COMMENTS
a wonderful page!!!
NAME: Ryan Cassidy
LOCATION: Dallas,TX
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/13/98
Time: 12:43:39 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce's music has changed my life forever. His songwriting is so unique, His bass playing is unbelieveable, His singing is pure soul, everything about him is Incrediable. Jack is God!
NAME: Lucky Mc Donald
LOCATION: california
ADDRESS: mcdonald*mscomm.com
Date: 7/16/98
Time: 5:04:13 AM
COMMENTS
I am always floor'ed after seeing the blind faith album cover......the picture of the semi-nude young girl.....that girl was my girlfriend around, '70'71....I wont mention the name here but, I know it has to be her...or her EXACT doudle.....
how can I be provided with a name to go along with the pic.....help!!!.....???? Thanx...
NAME: Lucky Mc Donald
LOCATION: CA.
ADDRESS: mcdonald*mscomm.com
Date: 7/16/98
Time: 5:16:20 AM
COMMENTS
forgot........EXCEPTIONAL page derik, with lots of factual tid-bits....in about 1967 my cousin tought me some really basic bar chords, amd after showing off what I knew to my other (Future) bandmates...I was guickly and unceremoniously booted to Bass Pguitarist.........THAT was the greatest thing ever hapened to me...I will always admire jack bruce for his innivative bass runs....his extreemly fast 6 string action always floored me....still does.....good job!!
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/17/98
Time: 2:59:46 AM
COMMENTS
Hello Folks, This one's for Lucky .Jack Bruce was not a member of Blind Faith . The bass player of that band was Ric Grech. See ya , Paul .
NAME: Gene Louro
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/18/98
Time: 2:05:47 PM
COMMENTS
Bravo ! Jack, Bravo !
NAME: Monica McCabe
LOCATION: Royal Oak, Michigan
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/19/98
Time: 5:57:00 PM
COMMENTS
Jack is the penultimate musician. More ladies should send their comments! Derek is doing a wonderful job. Especially love the sound samples. Thank you!
NAME: john bernard n triumfante
LOCATION: Philippines,zamboange city
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/19/98
Time: 11:57:48 PM
COMMENTS
How's your band w/ eric clapton I really appreciate your playing style, hope that you can send me some of your pics. I'm a big fans of yours.
NAME: Vince Parisi
LOCATION: Bay Shore N.Y.
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/20/98
Time: 6:56:02 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce has been my musical idol for many years and I've had the pleasure of meeting him many, many times and talking to him at great length. The first time I met him was on July 20, 1984 at My Father's Place in Roslyn where he personally dedicated "Morning Story" to me during the show! I collect EVERY recording Jack is associated with. Thanks for the website! Jack is the GREATEST!
NAME: Jim Kapcheck
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/21/98
Time: 10:40:19 PM
COMMENTS
Oh, the hours, weeks, months and years I've spent jammin to Jack, when you need to get out of a rut- go back to Jack. Jack you are the King. Thanks for the page Derek!
NAME: Jeff Taylor
LOCATION: New Jersey, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/22/98
Time: 10:52:16 PM
COMMENTS
Like so many others here, JB was my greatest inspiration to play bass for the last 30 years! Wheels did and still does it to me. I missed Cream but actually saw West Bruce and Lang at Radio City in NY, still one of the greatest thrills of my life. Still play and have an EB-O and an EB-3. And remember, "never tell your mother she's out of tune"
NAME: Fred Robinson
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS: DBDLt52
Date: 7/23/98
Time: 3:29:17 PM
COMMENTS
Thanks for the insight of your career and work. Your style among others has influenced my playing....Once again thanks. Stay healthy and keep playing....
NAME: donny
LOCATION: raritan nj
ADDRESS: none
Date: 7/26/98
Time: 11:51:17 AM
COMMENTS
great page,i`m a big fan of jack`s. keep up the good work . this is the best jack bruce page i`ve found.
NAME: Dirk Bubeck
LOCATION: Croydon, Surrey, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/98
Time: 8:29:38 AM
COMMENTS
Bass Player, Although probably wouldn't be without Jack. First band called Morning Story,played (amongst other things), Jack /cream covers (Keep it Down, Timeslip, Deserted cities, He the Richmand to name a few) Seen him live twice, met him at Question of Time signing @ Tower records in london. Needs another studio (bass) album. Favorite Album, Out of the Storm Favorite Song, Timeslip.
NAME: Dave Oswald
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/98
Time: 9:51:57 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, Gary moore and Gary Husband were due to play at the Chelsea blues Festival on July 18th. I was out of the country and could not go. Was anybody out there at this event? If so tell us all about it
NAME: David Röling
LOCATION: Amsterdam
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/28/98
Time: 7:23:58 AM
COMMENTS
Wow Derek, I thought your site was down for good... This looks great! I'm looking forward to you diary entries, Mr. Bruce. Hope you'll play in Amsterdam sometime soon.
NAME: Dan
LOCATION: Florida
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/28/98
Time: 6:49:02 PM
COMMENTS
great page!
NAME: Christy Sherwood
LOCATION: Buena Park
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/30/98
Time: 5:26:55 PM
COMMENTS
I love him.
NAME: JOHN P MARROTTA
LOCATION: LONG BRANCH, NJ - USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/30/98
Time: 9:20:43 PM
COMMENTS
THANKS FOR ALL THE INSPIRATION AND GREAT MUSIC. I WOULD'NT BE THE PLAYER I AM TODAY IF IT WAS'NT FOR JACK BRUCE. ALL THE BEST.
NAME: keith murphy
LOCATION: yonkers, ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/31/98
Time: 9:50:57 PM
COMMENTS
Jack is the greatest! Keep the music coming!
NAME: Peter Oldroyd
LOCATION: Wakefield, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/1/98
Time: 3:20:00 PM
COMMENTS
Excellent site. Anymore information about the 'Mr Blues is Here to Stay' CD I was at the Irish Centre in Leeds on 1st July '93. Brilliant concert. It was also videoed. Peter
NAME: Rob Hoadley
LOCATION: Woodstock Il
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/5/98
Time: 3:35:46 PM
COMMENTS
I only wish I sound half as good as Jack Bruce Does, I wish Baker, Bruce, and Clapton would reunite, that would be awsome!
NAME: Richard Finn
LOCATION: Curtis MI USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/6/98
Time: 2:48:07 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce's influence on me got me into jazz studies and classical upright bass in college, made me quit when I found he was right about the teachers,got me into a few good bands, and got me kicked out many more bad ones.Funny that Clapton fancies himself a jazzer(the band he was in played fuzak)while he says Jack and Ginger are fakes.Does Clapton know that Kenny G. is not a jazz Musician?
NAME: Tony DeSilvis
LOCATION: West Haven, Ct. U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/7/98
Time: 2:22:56 AM
COMMENTS
I will never forget the first time I saw Jack with Cream,UNBELIVEABLE! At the end of the show we followed Ginger out to the limo's. My girl and myself stood in front of the limo until the cops dragged us away. As the limo went by Jack looked at me dead in the eye and smiled! I carry that smile with me to-day every time I hear his music. Thanks Man !
NAME: ken klein
LOCATION: los angeles
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/7/98
Time: 8:56:37 PM
COMMENTS
This site is a great monument to my all time musical and spiritual hero! Jack has quite a following in Southern California and we look forward to seeing him again someday soon or at least hearing a new offering. Screw Polydor for not releasing the box set we all deserve and I hope one day we can see the video of the birthday concerts. Thanks again for a great job!
NAME: Sue Brown
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/8/98
Time: 6:18:18 PM
COMMENTS
Yeah, I'm old enough to remember and I DO remember..In the white room with black curtains near the station....
NAME: jon gerdemann
LOCATION: san diego california
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/11/98
Time: 12:10:04 AM
COMMENTS
derek, i really like the sight, if you or anyone for that matter could help me out in finding jack's cds, and possibly getting some that arent on cd onto cd (much like the blind faith insident of 1997) i would really epriciate it. it has been a real pain finding them (and ginger baker cds) because either the bone-headed people here in san diego are just stupid and dont know who they are, or the importing of music is just really bad. but being as how i live in a large metropolitain area, im guessing im just looking in all the wrong places (record stores?). anyway, jack, im a huge fan, book some shows down here, i could spread the word you are comming, well, see you later...
-jon
NAME: Doug MorTone
LOCATION: Putney,Vt.,USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/11/98
Time: 10:43:29 AM
COMMENTS
As the worlds greatest Bruce fan next to Jeff Berlin....I love it! I'm now 42 and a pro bassist in my area. I'd have to say that Mr. Bruce is my single greatest influence for many reasons beyond his singular style. At an early age I did everything to emulate the man; same bass, amps, began singing, look, my ancestry is even scottish. His written words about self expression led me to develop my talent and to find my own voice. I gave up copying the man and instead took inspiration from his fearlessness and honesty. I am ever grateful to an inspiring performer. DC MorTone.
NAME: ramon hernandez
LOCATION: National University
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/11/98
Time: 10:38:58 PM
COMMENTS
As a long time Jack Bruce and Cream fan, it was a treat to visi this site.
NAME: Mike Stout
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon
ADDRESS: mstout [at] SpiritOne [dot] com
Date: 8/12/98
Time: 1:19:20 AM
COMMENTS
It was really a pleasure to Jack playing with the Garys for the Chelsea Blues Benefit in London this summer. I really hope Jack hits the road with his own band soon and makes it up here to the Pacific Northwest. All the best, Jack. Keep up the terrific work. Your playing, writing and singing inspire many of us.
NAME: Vince
LOCATION: Bay Shore N.Y.
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/12/98
Time: 6:54:43 PM
COMMENTS
I just found out about a video released from last years Ringo tour (filmed in Detroit) It's now available...I can't wait to see it! I was at the Jones Beach concert in June 97 and of course Jack stole the show!
NAME: Patrick Sweeney
LOCATION: St. Petersburg, FL. USA.
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/12/98
Time: 11:51:59 PM
COMMENTS
I have been playing bass for 27 years. The sound of Jack Bruce was what made me want to pick the bass up in the first place.
In 1967, My brother took a trip to San Francisco. When he came back, he was armed with all of these strange records. The Mothers of Invention, Jimi Hendrix, & Cream. Hendrix & The Mothers took a while to grow on me, but I was drawn to Cream right away. The music was powerful and the sound was different.
I remember listining to "Disraeli Gears" and thinking to myself "I know this sound. that's the guitar. I know that sound. that's the drums but what's this other sound?" I didn't know what it was but it sounded pretty cool. I found out that it was the bass and Jack Bruce was playing it and doing most of the singing. Once I heard the bass, I knew that this was the thing for me!
Jack, thanks for having the sound that drew me to one of the great pleasures of my life. I owe ya one. I hope I pay you back each time I play my bass.
NAME: Katsuya Fujishiro
LOCATION: Japan
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/14/98
Time: 7:35:00 PM
COMMENTS
Would you tell me the album that Jack played with Howard Levy, harmonicist?
NAME: Eric Bowers
LOCATION: New York State
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/17/98
Time: 3:42:09 PM
COMMENTS
Great site! I had to check it out after reading about it in Bass Player magazine. I listened to some clips from Jack's albums that I didn't have and I'm so impressed by the way Jack takes on any style of music and makes it his own. If this feedback gets anywhere near Jack Bruce I have this to say: Jack, you are a phenom and the reason that I began singing and playing bass. You truly are a creative genius.
NAME: Debbie Paris
LOCATION: New York City
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/17/98
Time: 5:25:37 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, Just want to let you know my husband and a childhood friend of his have gotten a drummer and are doing a Cream tribute band. My husband is the bass player and learned to play by studying you as his friend learned to play studying Eric. The biggest thrill for them would be to have you hear them. If you are coming to NY maybe you would like to check them out and see how close they have gotten! Love to hear from you. Thanks for all the music. Debbie Paris
NAME: jeff lynch
LOCATION: lititz pennsylvania usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/17/98
Time: 10:45:54 PM
COMMENTS
jack:
happy to see your "diary" comments ... sounds like you're back in the swing of things!!!
i'm so glad ... (i'm glad i'm glad i'm glad ...)
stay well and true.
jeff.
NAME: Kari Keino
LOCATION: Kuopio, Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/98
Time: 4:46:38 AM
COMMENTS
I can tell you all that Jack is still in very sharp shape. I saw him in concert in Helsinki with Ringo and his all starr cats. Jack played "Sunshine of your love", "I feel free", "White room" and "Theme of an imaginary western". Oh boy, that set blow my mind! How can he be still be so good, after all these years? Thank you Jack! Keep going on playin'. We love you!
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/98
Time: 7:41:35 AM
COMMENTS
G'Day Guys . At last Jack has contributed a Diary line . I can almost here his smoky voice as I read it. Good luck Jack. All the best to Ringo and the boys . Try to come to Australia. See Ya , Paul.
NAME: Jimm Hickey
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/98
Time: 10:08:07 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I grew up listening to you and really love the things you've done on your own albums and with Tony Williams and others. I'm in New York at http://home.earthlink.net/~jimhickey I hope we can play or record together sometime.I'm freelancing these days doing sessions and that sort of thing. All the best, Jim H.
NAME: Paul Wilson
LOCATION: from Consett, Co. Durham
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/98
Time: 2:49:43 PM
COMMENTS
Message for Neal Weiner (Long Beach): Jack once played "Jumping Off The Sun" on a BBC Radio broadcast 'Tribute to Mike Taylor' in 1969. Message for Jack & Pete Brown: whatever happened to 'Make Love (PART 1)'?
NAME: Dan Hull
LOCATION: Chicago
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/98
Time: 4:00:25 PM
COMMENTS
Just want to thank you for all the great music you've produced and continune to put out. Just wish you toured the U.S. on a more regular basis. Been a fan of yours since about 1970 and have been constantly impressed with the extremely intresting and thoughtful music you've made. Good luck and come to Chicago soon. (I think we'd rather see you with Gary More or Clem Clemson, than Ringo, but that would be OK, too.)
NAME: Wes Mingin
LOCATION: Philadelphia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/98
Time: 11:46:23 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Hanno
LOCATION: Estonia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/19/98
Time: 2:28:56 AM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack! I must say I'm deep in your music. Everyone here seems to love Cream - me too. But for me Cream opened the doors to M U S I C. I started to listen jazz, fusion, world, classical. I found a bunch of new heroes. Right now I dig Monkjack - nice and very powerful. I love it. Oh Jack, when you'll meet Eric or Ginger, say hallo from Hanno. Thanks for all the music you gave! Hanno
NAME: jon Gerdemann
LOCATION: Poway (near San Diego Ca)
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/20/98
Time: 6:13:52 PM
COMMENTS
Derek, I like what youve done with the sight! I was wondering if there was any way to persuade Jack to comming and having a show in San Diego? I'm sure there are a lot of devoted Jack Bruce fans out here that would love to see Jack and the All Stars. I know I would! Jack...love your music, and I hope to see you in concert soon! bye -jon
NAME: Paul Rosano
LOCATION: Cheshire, CT, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/20/98
Time: 7:31:00 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I just read your diary and it was a gas. I hope you keep writing about the band's travels and work. All very interesting. I am, like many others, a long time listener and appreciator or your music, singing and playing. Your work is an inspiration. I've seen you live a number of times over the years, the first in Boston in 1967, a moment that is etched forever in my memories as a high point in musical expression. Take care and have fun.
All the best, Paul
NAME: Mark Kaucher
LOCATION: Little Falls, New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/23/98
Time: 11:40:05 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack,
Like many others, I was introduced to Cream when an older sibling brought home a copy of Disreali Gears in early '68. I was 13, and for this shy, pudgy, rurally-sheltered teen (Little Falls is a small, "city" of 6,500 people, half-way between Albany and Syracuse, life was forever changed. I would have to become a bass player, and did. Heartbreak came with the news that Cream would disband. A National Day of Mourning was declared. Didn't hear about it? Damn hacks! You get what you pay for, eh? Subsequently, you have provided us with many years of musical enjoyment. Thank you for that. Very exicted to see you working with Ringo's All-Starrs. Ironically, Peter Frampton became an additional source of musical inspiration for me shortly after the demise of Cream. Unlike Peter, however, whom I've had the opportunity to see numerous times, and even meet, I've never had the opportunity to see you live. If you ever have the opportunity to book a show in Albany, Syracuse or Utica, NY, please do so. I'm sure I'm not alone here. If I may suggest a venue, consider the Van Dyck in Schenectady, NY. Saw Andy Summers there. Again, thank you for the music, the inspiration, and the time. Lastly, thank you Derek for making this possible. You've done a great job. Question: Whatever happened to the video of Cream's performance of Sunshine of Your Love on Glen Campbell's/Smothers Brothers Show? Would love to see it along with Cream's Hall of Fame appearance released on a video.
Mark Kaucher
NAME: Gabrielle
LOCATION: UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/24/98
Time: 3:08:23 PM
COMMENTS
I have always thought Jack was the most publicly underrated vocalist this side of the solar system. As for his musical ability, he just outshines everyone else! I have the great privilege of knowing Jack and his family and they too are an inspiration. It is my dearest wish that the music industry finally acknowledges you as one of the greats of this century, while you are still alive to enjoy it! Keep playing Jack - you do make a difference.
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/25/98
Time: 5:58:49 AM
COMMENTS
G'Day Every one , I would like ask if Jack's . opps Sorry , Ringo's Allstars will ever make it to Australia . I can assure you that they would get a great reception .Take it easy , Paul .
NAME: clive kennedy
LOCATION: newcastle england
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/26/98
Time: 2:42:31 PM
COMMENTS
j.s.a.bruce is the maaaaan!!!! very impressive web site hopefully jack will play n.e.england sometime...... didnot know about north shields gig wish i had known about the site earlier! now i am off to see the consul (at sunset)
NAME: Noel Watson
LOCATION: Brisbane Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/26/98
Time: 7:52:10 PM
COMMENTS
Hello to all you Jack fans out there and hello to you too Jack. I am new to the net having only connected recently. Since logging on to the JB sites I have been lobbying all my fellow Oz Brucers to support my push to get the JB Band to come to Oz, so get moving you lot. I have had some good responses and some help from people like Paul Fuller, Graeme Pattingale, Dennis Lawrenson and Alan Leslie in NZ and others, but we need those of you who read this to tell other JB fans to write in and also inform those who don't know about the JB web sites (like myself until recently) that there is a large network of fellow JB music lovers across the globe.
A note to you JACK, you have a large following in Oz who would love to see you here and although the mainstream heathens may not appreciate your music and come to your concerts I'm damn sure we could fill some venues with a very appreciative audience. We may even get a lot of people on the strength of your Cream reputation, whatever, as long as they come. Maybe you could come for a working holiday and get away from the European hustle and bustle and relax in our beautiful country, or talk Ringo into coming as that would attract some atention, or you could form a band with some other well knowns (some of your Ringo bandmates, Simon Philips, Gary Moore, Jeff Beck, EC, Terry Bozzio, Alan Holdsworth, Vernon Reid, etc..whoever you like) to spread the fan base and create extra interest as I realise that this needs to be financially viable to be possible. Whatever, you owe it to yourself to visit Oz at least once in your life, you may even fall in love with the place and decide to stay, as this is a great place and you would be very welcome, and while you're here we can all enjoy listening to your music live which most of us will never get to do if you don't come here. I will be sending a formal approach to your management to enquire about the possibility of you touring in the next couple of days, but was prompted to write this note to find out if you were even interested in visiting Oz. Please write a short response to me (at
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: (near)Sydney,Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/27/98
Time: 3:00:14 AM
COMMENTS
Jacks tours seem to get around Europe and the States, but what about us fanatical JB fans in Australia.What about a working holiday ,after all Aus is one of the most beautiful continents on the planet !! A"harmony row "Brucer has indicated that he is intending to contact JB about a tour his name is Noel Watson his message was on HR no. 94, we Aussy Brucers wish him Every success !! Great to read the JB biography pages and more importantly great to hear that he is enjoying the tour sight seeing,Food etc Keep on rocking ! Regards, Dennis
NAME: Noel Watson
LOCATION: Brisbane Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/27/98
Time: 6:56:15 PM
COMMENTS
Where can I get the new instructioal video. Please give a web site or email address so it is easy to find. Thanks, Noel Watson.
NAME: Jim Johnston
LOCATION: Los Angeles
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/29/98
Time: 2:25:45 AM
COMMENTS
Jack
As another expatriate Glaswegian and trombone player from Pollok I've always appreciated enjoyed your contributions to the rock and jazz world. Every party I attended in the 60s had a Cream LP somewhere in the stack. My teenagers are now being influenced by you (one son on cello and the other on trumpet who is hoping I buy him a bass guitar). Anyhow ,Jack,we'll make a point of seeing you if you come to L.A. You, Alex Harvey and George Chisholm (originality) are truly Glasgow's sons.
Awrabest tae you and yours!
Jim Johnston
NAME: Richard
LOCATION: Greater Bures and Surrounding Area
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/29/98
Time: 7:02:41 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack!
Hey - I'm one of those boring scrillionaires you've been playing to in Monte Carlo and I deeply resemble your remarks!!!! Still, mustn't grumble...
I hope you get to real crank it up in Germany like you did at Shepherd's Bush.
PowerBook holding up ok?
NAME: Mary Dyakova
LOCATION: Saint-Petersburg, Russia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/30/98
Time: 6:26:30 AM
COMMENTS
I`m a big Jack Bruce fan from Russia.
I`d like to know if it`s possible to send an e-mail (a message) to Mr. Bruce personally. If it`s really possible I would be most grateful if you let me know how I could do that.
Thank you.
Sincerely yours,
Mary
P.S. Thanks for your site. It`s GREAT!!!
NAME: Paul
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/1/98
Time: 6:44:22 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Guys, ( and wee Lassies Ha Ha !) I just read Richards comments for about the third time and they finally made sense ! The Diary ( Mr. Jack's) is late here !How Bizarre! Jack , PLEASE , tell Ringo to tour Australia. See ya , Paul.
NAME: Mark Saunders
LOCATION: Cambridge MA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/4/98
Time: 10:37:24 AM
COMMENTS
Hey Derek :
The radio show last night was great. I taped the whole thing. The quality was pretty decent. I used the new beta G2 version of real audio.
I can still hear Jacks singing in "Post War" echoing in my mind. I love it !!
And what a version of Spoonful. Whoa !
I really liked his "english" on the last bar... "Lyin" "Cryin". It had an attitude in it I hadn't seen from him before. Great Stuff.
Thanks for your efforts in coordinating/arranging the show.
NAME: David Orzechowski
LOCATION: New Castle, Delaware, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/4/98
Time: 10:45:55 AM
COMMENTS
Great site!! Keep up the good work.
Jack:
I was just listening to "Live at Fulham Hall" the other day. It made me yearn for more JB-related jazz projects. Is there any chance that you may work again with Ian Carr or Jon Hiseman? How about Volker Kriegel or Mike Westbrook?
If you like Irish authors, check out J. Sheridan LeFanu (1814-1873; author of "In A Glass Darkly" and "Wylder's Hand.")
NAME: Robert Bruce Christopher
LOCATION: Calgary, Alberta
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/4/98
Time: 3:47:27 PM
COMMENTS
With Eric Clapton playing Calgary next week I started thinking back to my early formative years when Cream was the ONLY band worth listening to. I remembered Jack Bruce and how I liked the first couple of solo albums and then just lost track of his career. Surfing around the net I found this site and stupidly realized for the first time that Jack Bruce was Scottish. THAT implies that Jack is probably a descendant of King Robert the Bruce (as am I). Hey Jack! Hey Bro! How 'bout coming to Calgary and doing a show here. I'll buy dinner. Its the least I can do for a long lost relative.
NAME: Roland Morris
LOCATION: Milwaukie,Oregon
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/5/98
Time: 4:17:24 AM
COMMENTS
I just finished listening to 'Those Were the Days' Awesome. I heard you in Seattle in 1972 with West,Bruce & Lang & you were terrific. Jack you've given me so much musical pleasure over the years. Thanks!Roland:) Scotch,English&Dutch descent
NAME: Hans-Erich Stüdli
LOCATION: Switzerland
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/5/98
Time: 1:00:16 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack
You have been wonderfull thogether with your friends Ringo Starr, Peter Frampton ec. in Zofingen at your concert in Switzerland. Go on, a friend of you
Eric
NAME: Jimm Hickey
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/6/98
Time: 1:13:13 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I hope we can work together sometime.I just finished reading a very interesting page discussing your upcoming projects.If you'd like to visit my site, click here->http://home.earthlink.net/~jimhickey Jimm H.(yes with 2 m's)
NAME: gregory
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/9/98
Time: 3:34:44 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack Bruce fans, I find the information of Gracham Bond 4CD release stunning and it is a final part of JB career to be released first time ever. It is great news and I am looking forward to getting it asap Ciao Gregory, Poland
NAME: gregory
LOCATION: poland
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/9/98
Time: 3:43:47 AM
COMMENTS
Dear JB fans. I simply cannot believe that Gracham Bond Organization will appear finally on 4 CDs! It is unbelievable, and I want to have it NOW! I have heard that Ringo Starr released video from his 1997 tour. What about live CD? All the presented JB diary was great. Kind regards Gregory
NAME: Monica McCabe
LOCATION: Rpyal Oak, Michigan
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/10/98
Time: 9:34:48 PM
COMMENTS
Hey, am I still one of the only females to send comments? Thanks for writing to us, Jack!... Back in early 1980 I watched you rehearse for Saturday Night Live when I was working at NBC in NY. It was the only time I was too "awestruck" to speak. I would have said, "You have the greatest voice in Rock" but really your musicianship and poetry goes so much further than that. I want to say "Hi" and thanks and sorry for not talking when I had the chance but I was too frightened to speak. Silly. Looking forward to your next visit to the motor city. I'd like to say I suggest your Kip Hanrahan work to your other fans.
Fondly, Monica McCabe
NAME: Bill Forth
LOCATION: Los Angeles, CA, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/10/98
Time: 10:54:50 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Rope Ladder,
Thank you for this informative site about one Music's most sensitive voices.
bill
NAME: Jim Boettcher
LOCATION: Milwaukee,WI
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/11/98
Time: 12:35:40 AM
COMMENTS
Excellant site!Thoroughly enjoyed Jacks diary. Saw you,Jack,at the Eagles ballroom in Milw. I thought you got along very well with Peter. Really,Really enjoyed BBM album. Closest thing to a reunion of "Worlds Greatest Rock & Roll Band" (no apologies to The Stones) I would love to see a show with Gary Moore. Keep on Rockin' and God Bless. Jim
NAME: Craig Follett
LOCATION: Gander Newfoundland
ADDRESS: Marilyn follett@the zone.net
Date: 9/11/98
Time: 10:43:11 AM
COMMENTS
I would just like to say that I think that Jack is the greatest Bass player, Songwriter, and singer of all time. He is my God! At fist I found myself lisening to cream 24 hours a day. But now I am a hardcore Bruce fan and will die one.
NAME: Frank Teti
LOCATION: West Chester, PA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/12/98
Time: 11:17:44 PM
COMMENTS
What can I say... Saw Cream when I was 14 at there farewell concert, I was born too late! I have seen JB everytime he comes arroud, but I can believe I missed the All Stars. This is a great site, including Jack's diary...highly cool. Saw Jack at a bar in Delaware (The Other Side) not there any more. I was standing near the door where he came out. I called out "Yo Jack Babe", he turned looked at me and gave me a kind quintessentially Jack kind of half salute. Hope to see you soon.
Regards,
A fan
NAME: Marconi
LOCATION: South Dakota
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/13/98
Time: 9:59:43 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! Saw you three times in the late 60's in Phila. Pa. when you were in CREAM. I Miss CREAM!! Any news on a CREAM reunion? I always felt you had the better vocals between yourself & Clapton, and I like Clapton alot. Thanks for helping make my 60's a real trip.
NAME: james nichols
LOCATION: san diego, california
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/13/98
Time: 8:12:25 PM
COMMENTS
Thank God for the Internet! What ever happened to Jack Bruce? Now I know! Your a minor diety, lad 8) Everybody's been on about Jaco for years, and rightly so, but you were pushing the envelope a decade or more ahead of the little twerp! I took up the Fender Jazz in the late 60s, having grown nonplussed with the trombone and thinking it important to stay in the same clef ... right. Live long and prosper, good sir!
NAME: Keith Villmer
LOCATION: St.Louis, MO USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/13/98
Time: 10:23:26 PM
COMMENTS
Beautiful website. Hope to catch JB in the US some time.
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/15/98
Time: 6:22:57 AM
COMMENTS
G'Day Guys , Reading James' comments about Fender Jazz Basses some how reminded me of a BIZARRE incident about 2 years ago . I was packing my groceries at the supermarket one day . MUZAK was playing . Suddenly Badge was played . The bass player on the session played Jack's lines note for note ! I could not believe it . Strange but true . Was that you James ? See Ya Paul .
NAME: steve goulding
LOCATION: chicago
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/18/98
Time: 4:15:28 PM
COMMENTS
Interesting to read that Jack remembers Rockpalast w/ the Police & Graham Parker--I played drums with Graham and the Rumour and that happened to be our final gig ever. I've always loved Jack's voice and used to practice to Cream albums (& Harmony Row) much to the annoyance of parents & neighbours. Recently bought Escalator Over The Hill on cd which has a cast of thousands and which I can highly recommend for both musicianship & weirdness. Strangely, I come from Streatham where Jack recalls Cream's weirdest gig ever--I saw the Move there in 1968, but don't recall the Cream show--probably past my bedtime. I'm very glad Jack's still around, and still creative. er, that's it.
NAME: helio freire
LOCATION: brazil
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/18/98
Time: 6:45:20 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Dereck
One of your guests mentioned that the Cream reunion at the HALL OF fAME is available in video.Any idea how to get it? Bregards
NAME: Terry McInturff
LOCATION: Raleigh,N.C. USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/20/98
Time: 12:21:13 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Mr. Bruce,
I would like to thank you for unwittingly steering me into a career path which has made me very happy- as one of my favorite musicians ever, your music inspired me to become a professional luthier 21 years ago. In the past 2 years I've gotten my business into high gear, and have built a factory to produce my guitars in larger quantities. This year I have been honored to have one of my guitars appear on the cover of Guitar Player magazine, and several other guitar magazines have printed rave reviews about my Terry C. McInturff guitars. I am realising my dream(and it has been a TOUGH 21 years getting to it!) and I would once again like to thank you for so much inspiration and musical companionship over the years.
One final note- I would love to hear a really well recorded '90's version of "Ifeel free". If you ever have some spare studio time I hope that perhaps you will give it another go round.
With affection and respect,
Terry C. McInturff
NAME: Anthony Esposito
LOCATION: Brookhaven,PA (USA)`
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/21/98
Time: 1:14:58 AM
COMMENTS
Just wanted to say hello. Iam a long time fan of Jack Bruce through all His different projects. Looking foward to hearing the BBC Live CD I just ordered. Iam a fan of Graham Bond.(Although His albums are hard to find.) Also I would like to get the BLT/Truce CD with Robin Trower. Please respond when you have a chance.
NAME: Charles Olsen
LOCATION: Seattle, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/23/98
Time: 4:10:28 AM
COMMENTS
Loved the site! 26 years a JB fan, 23 years a bass player, 5 years a record store owner, and about 20 years wishing I lived in Holland or Germany where my favorite artists like JB, Spencer Davis, Gerry Rafferty, Kip Hanrahan, et al., seem to have established themselves. But at least John Mayall swings thru once in a while, so it's not a total desert. PS DESPERATE FOR INFO on a Canadian singer-songwriter named IAN THOMAS who was recording about 1973-1986 in North America but who appears to have beamed off the planet. Is he over there? Anybody heard of him? If so please reply.
NAME: Larry
LOCATION: Cleveland,Ohio,USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/23/98
Time: 10:18:02 AM
COMMENTS
We need more Jack Bruce Music released on CD's.
NAME: Darrell Barker
LOCATION: Winston-Salem, NC USA
ADDRESS: DLD041760
Date: 9/23/98
Time: 8:20:40 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is of the best song writer and musician in the music industry!
NAME: Larry
LOCATION: Cleveland,Ohio,USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/24/98
Time: 11:10:26 AM
COMMENTS
We need more Jack Bruce Music on CD!!!!!!!!!!!!
NAME: Tom
LOCATION: Indiana
ADDRESS: jb_fan
Date: 9/27/98
Time: 3:11:11 PM
COMMENTS
I can't wait to hear the Graham Bond Organisation box set. I hope I can get a copy, I've always wanted to hear them.
NAME: Brandon
LOCATION: Long Island,NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/28/98
Time: 1:13:15 PM
COMMENTS
I would like to say a couple of things to anybody who listens. First, if Jack Bruce himself is listening I want to say that I think you are the greatest. I would also like to tell you that for four years I have dreamed about getting a bass guitar because of you. I finally got one and I plan to devote all the time in the world toward it. I saw him at Jones Beach with Ringo and the all-stars and I have to say that i was definatly blown away by the amazing performance from them all. I especially liked this one bass solo that was amazing as well. it seemed to light up the whole night sky with brilliance. I just want to say thank you for bringing me through some great time and bad. Altough you don't know it, but your music helped me through many problems as well as great moments in my life so far. thank you. -Brandon
NAME: gfsgfd
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/29/98
Time: 1:54:42 PM
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NAME: gfsgfd
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/29/98
Time: 1:54:44 PM
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NAME: Paul Finiello
LOCATION: Queens New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/30/98
Time: 10:42:43 AM
COMMENTS
Jack is the man. Four years is too long without seeing jack in concert
NAME: Paul Finiello
LOCATION: Queens New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/30/98
Time: 10:43:45 AM
COMMENTS
Jack is the man. Four years is too long without seeing jack in concert
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/1/98
Time: 8:07:10 AM
COMMENTS
G'Day Derek , Congratulations on having over 10,000 hits on the site . Keep up the great work ,man .To Jack , PLEASE come to Australia , even for a Club tour .I know you will love it . Thanks , Paul .
NAME: Jennifer
LOCATION: Kerava , Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/2/98
Time: 10:45:03 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce made an huge impression for me in Ringo's and the allstars gig here in Finland , this year august . Jack Bruce has incredible voice , it's sexy , powerful - absolutely great voice ! And his bass-playing - wau ! Maybe the greatest musician that I know .
NAME: Reid Webb
LOCATION: San Diego CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/7/98
Time: 1:38:38 AM
COMMENTS
I as most of my peers, have been greatly affected by the music of Jack Bruce. I emulated him for many years. The obvious Gibson G-3 Bass & Marshall amp. Singing with my head tilted to one side. Pulling the strings so hard the bass would distort acoustically. But I what has stuck with me, has been the feeling inside when hearing JB's music. It has always been a clear and distinct road unto itself. Many styles of influence, and subjects of verse. Always distinct, refreshing, and original. Never trite. That's what I like about Jack Bruce, he has always been an original.
NAME: gregory
LOCATION: poland
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/7/98
Time: 2:52:49 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Friends, I want to confirm that EMI is about to release CD with Scaffold and Jack Bruce is mentioned as one of the guest session player. Please, let me know if you have idea how deeply he was involved in the project. I am still waiting for any confirmation of Jack Bruce appearance on Graham Bond 4 CD box. Any news? It is no advertising but I recommend everybody to check out www.audiophile.com to buy hard to find CDs with JB. I bought a lot of great stuff from them. I do recommend also Ginger Baker`s Airforce CD "Do what you like" recently reissued by Polydor in USA. Graham Bond is there as well. I will have a video copy of some JB sessions recorded from German TV - BBM, with Graham Bond in 70s, 1980 group etc. I will let know Derek as soon as I have it. He is #1 here. Also JB funs should get 3 CDs of Duffy Power with exceptionally good playing of JB. All 3 CDs were issued in GB - check out www.cdworld.com or www.blackmail.com.uk. I want to recomend you also Pop inside the 60s - compilation by See for miles with Graham Bond Organization and EMI compilation RnB at Abbey road with rare Graham Bond songs including I saw her standing there with Duffy Power. Great thing. All the best Gregg
NAME: Anthony Esposito
LOCATION: Brookhaven,Pa (USA)
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/98
Time: 12:59:39 AM
COMMENTS
Jack is one of the greatest bass players & vocalists in the world of music. Listen to the" Live on the Old Grey Whistle Test". Simply remarkable! Hopefully all of Jack's work will be released soon. P.S. I recently saw John Entwistle in a small club outside Philadelphia. Wow! Maybe we will see Jack do the same. Goodbye for now.
NAME: Jennifer
LOCATION: Kerava , Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/98
Time: 1:46:13 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack , i was in the Ringo Starr and the Allstar band gig and it was absolutely fantastic ! Me , for being a long-time Beatles and Ringo fan and i didn't know - well almost anything or anybody from the Allstar band . But now i know . I fell in love to whole of the band , specially you . The show was great , brilliant , superb , splendid , excellent , gorgeous , powerful , impressive , magnificent , groovy , there aren't enough adjectives to describe how great the show was ! I hope you come back some day , to play in Finland.
Lots of love , Jennifer
NAME: Hari Selvarajan
LOCATION: Ootacamund, INDIA
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/9/98
Time: 10:27:26 AM
COMMENTS
I'd just like to tell Mr. Bruce that there are a small but dedicated bunch of people in the hills of Southern India who deeply appreciate and love his music, right from the early days and Cream to BBM which was the last album that we could obtain. Of course,living in India, it is quite difficult to get hold of his music, but we try as hard as possible.
It's somewhat difficult to write as a "comment" in a guest book what the emotional impact of Mr. Bruce's music has been on us, but let me just say that it has been considerable.
I'd like to end with our very best wishes to Mr.Bruce.
Sincerely,
Hari Selvarajan, Vikram Kapur, Rupak Roy, and the many children of the Geddai School who are hooked on Cream and BBM as their primary listening material, and as the best Dance music in the world.
NAME: john robson
LOCATION: Co.Durham
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/11/98
Time: 1:32:40 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, a message from a lifelong fan, your website is great, your concert with the 2 gary's at the Cellar club was unbelievable, I just wish I'd been ther BOTH nights.Hope to see you again soon in the Norh East. Cheers J.R.
NAME: Al Sirois
LOCATION: Central New Jersey, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/13/98
Time: 10:40:24 AM
COMMENTS
Most people think of Eric Clapton when they think of Cream, but I think of Jack Bruce. (Probably because I'm a drummer and I *really* appreciate a good bassist!) I followed him into his solo work after that. He's got more and better chops than just about anyone else in rock. I only saw him once, with West, Bruce and Lang, but that was an excellent show. I still get goosebumps listening to "Politician" and "The Consul at Sunset." I didn't know he played on the Carla Bley album; I've been looking for that one for a long time because I love her work. Now I have an additional reason to find it. My current band is going to do "Politician;" I'll be singing it. I learend a lot about singing by listening to Jack's work, and I would also have to say that he was a big influence on my songwriting, as well. I'd say that Jack's work, along with that of Procol Harum and the Beatles, are the most meaningful things about 60's music for me.
NAME: Karna Smith
LOCATION: Chelsea, Michigan USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/14/98
Time: 11:06:54 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce - the greatest bass player of all time. Not bad in the songwriting category either. Been listening since the '60's. Love to see you in concert again. Great web page too!
NAME: John Polakas
LOCATION: Bklyn Hgts, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/16/98
Time: 2:44:15 PM
COMMENTS
Hey Jack, just to let you know you are the seminal influence in my bass-playing life. I'm not much of a large venue concert-goer, but I did see (and hear) you and Friends at The NYC Academy of Music, December 1980, with David Sancious and all- a few days after John Lennon was shot. That concert remains one of the very best I have ever experienced. Thank-you for all your influence and music - past, present and future. Regards, JP
NAME: Sylvia SEow
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/17/98
Time: 5:19:14 AM
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NAME: Carl Biancucci
LOCATION: Arlington,Ma.
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/17/98
Time: 2:46:25 PM
COMMENTS
Jack is THE reason I took up bass playing in 1970! Such power,such passion!
Question:does anyone know where I can pick up 'Inazuma Super Session'?
Thnx
NAME: Allan Tribandis
LOCATION: Methuen, MA
ADDRESS: JRRT82
Date: 10/17/98
Time: 9:54:52 PM
COMMENTS
Have you ever seen a portrait of Jack Bruce (picture from "The Jack Bruce Collection") tattooed onto one of Jacks biggest fans? I've got one and it looks exactly like the photo! E-mail me for further info. All of JBs music has inspired me since 1970. His powerhouse bass playing, tantilizing keyboards, wailing harp blowin' (I scoffed up one of JBs harps at a JB Band concert in Boston, MA - w/ Blues Saraceno & Gary Husband after a mind boggling version of Traintime) and just incredible vocals is the only cure I need. "Cities of the Heart" is the best compalation of "live" tunes EVER laid down in any print PERIOD! Thank you Jack, for everything! :-)
NAME: Joe Lang
LOCATION: Mlps. MN
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/17/98
Time: 9:58:49 PM
COMMENTS
Cream is incredible. What more can I say?
NAME: Allan Tribandis
LOCATION: Methuen, MA
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/18/98
Time: 7:30:29 PM
COMMENTS
Can anybody send me infoe on how to order and buy Jack Bruce CD's, videos, photos ect. I can't seem to locate imports but have purchased the common USA releases. I've seen a few web sites but can't fgure out how to go about actually purchasing anything. Any help will be greatly appreciated!! JACK IS THE BEST!
NAME: lenny jenkins
LOCATION: earth
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/19/98
Time: 11:11:09 PM
COMMENTS
YOU DA ONE
NAME: Carl Koudelka
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/21/98
Time: 3:18:06 AM
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NAME: Jimm Hickey
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/21/98
Time: 11:55:18 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I really enjoyed reading the diary pages. Jimm
NAME: John Herrick
LOCATION: Upper Saddle River, New Jersey U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/22/98
Time: 5:17:33 PM
COMMENTS
I just happened to find this website looking for a friend of mine who is looking for recordings of the Graham Bond Organisation (he's a big Jack and Ginger fan). Lo and behold I came to your news page and the first thing I see is your news of a possible release of a lot of GBO material. My friend Bill will be on 'cloud nine' if it's true. He's looked for a long time. He even had me look in London when I used to travel there on business. Most if not all of the recordings are out of print. We will wait with great anticipation and in the meantime keep n listening to all of your great music which we have most of. I get a Jack Bruce history lesson whenever I stop by his place. Thanks for helping to make the last four decades the Golden Age of Music for us. Please come and play in the New York area soon.
NAME: Daniel Cox
LOCATION: Hollywood, CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/22/98
Time: 7:30:29 PM
COMMENTS
Fantastic site. Mr. Bruce brings back so many good memories. My wife and I saw the Rino All-stars at the Universal Amp. last year What a great concert. I the Farewell Cream concert at the Forum with Deep Purple opening for Cream. Its still in my mind today. I saw Jack at the Roxy here in Hollywood with the How's Tricks band. Fantastic!! to say the least. If you are reading this Mr. Bruce, I can't thank you enough for your musical impressions and the memories that will last a life time. Your music is timeless you are THE bass player...THE vocalist...THE writer. You have influenced my music to this day. Keep on doing it...
Kindest Regards,
Dan the Man
NAME: Priscilla
LOCATION: Hartford Ct
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/24/98
Time: 3:15:45 PM
COMMENTS
wuz up ilove me some imajin i love imajin so much that i will do just about anything.
NAME: SHANE
LOCATION: FT. LAUDERDALE,FL
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/25/98
Time: 7:28:06 PM
COMMENTS
JACK IS "THE" MAN!! I STARTED PLAYING BASS IN 1968, AND BOUGHT THE EB-3 AND ALL THE REST. JACK HAS BEEN MY SINGLE-MOST INFLUENCE SINCE I BEGAN PLAYING. JACK'S LINES ARE TIMELESS AND ABSOULUTELY TASTEFUL WITH THE "JACK" STYLE THAT HAS NEVER BEEN DUPLICATED. I JUST WANT TO SAY THANKS TO JACK FOR BEING THERE ALL THESE YEARS. I WOULD LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU VIA EMAIL. IT WOULD BE MY GREATEST THRILL. GOOD LUCK JACK, EVERYTHING YOU TOUCH IS GOLD !!! P.S. I HAVE BEEN PLAYING FRETLESS EXCLUSIVELY FOR 10 YEARS. MANY THANKS FOR THE ENCOURAGEMENT TO GO BEYOND. THANKS FOR BEING THE GREATEST !!!! SHANE
NAME: Keith
LOCATION: Vancouver
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/26/98
Time: 2:01:12 PM
COMMENTS
I am desperately seeking Harmony Row on CD. Can anyone help?
NAME: jack
LOCATION: bedford, new hampshire
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/26/98
Time: 10:58:03 PM
COMMENTS
Derek, great work, great site! Congrats on meeting Jack. Great name...
I am a massive JB fan. Cream still rule the world. I have no JB or Cream CD's. The maximum listen is vinyl.
Hey, what about working together to put on a JB or Cream festival, a forum for collectors and afficionados. I have this great Cream poster I got in '69. Have never seen it anywhere else.
Jack
NAME: mike vernon
LOCATION: austin texas usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/30/98
Time: 10:35:49 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Although there are a couple of albums as of recent that i have not heard, i have been listening to your music since cream and your first solo album.Your are, in my opinion, one of the great songwriters of this era. Thank you for being here. When are you coming to Texas?
NAME: James Lello
LOCATION: New York City
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/2/98
Time: 11:06:17 PM
COMMENTS
Just wanted to say thanks.
NAME: Brian
LOCATION: Denver CO USA
ADDRESS: RUSS2BRIAN @AOL.COM
Date: 11/3/98
Time: 12:43:16 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack: I have greatly enjoyed your music for over 33 years, since '65 Mayall. I've written a little instrumental called "Jack Bruce Plays Peter Gunn" a history/tribute ala Alvin Lee "I Can't Keep From Crying Sometimes", but instead containing octave riffs for Hendrix "It is Not Dying", "As You Said", the "Sweet Wine" Refrain & and "Goodbye Cruel World" (remenber James Darren, 1963?). Thanks for all the great music and memories from the sixties. Peace and Cream. Brian
NAME: Jimm Hickey
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/4/98
Time: 10:59:17 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, Just dropped in to say hi.I hope we can play together sometime. I read the news page. Mitch is a brilliant drummer.On another note... I just heard your vocal track on a Lifetime recording called "One Word". Sounds great. All the best, Jimm http://home.earthlink.net/~jimhickey
NAME: James Brubaker
LOCATION: Ohio U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/5/98
Time: 9:46:42 PM
COMMENTS
Greta web site! It makes me proud that there are still people that rember and respect the great Jack Bruce. It is refreshing. Thank you very much for this site. I will be back.
NAME: charles daniels
LOCATION: barrigada, guam
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/5/98
Time: 11:02:43 PM
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NAME: Kim
LOCATION: IL
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/10/98
Time: 2:11:17 PM
COMMENTS
Your website seems pretty cool. once its all done it will be great.
NAME: hans rudolf august müller
LOCATION: germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/10/98
Time: 3:40:14 PM
COMMENTS
I´ve `bin` with jack since 1966 and his music has been allways a part of my life...............
NAME: Jeffrey A
LOCATION: Bethesda, Maryland
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/12/98
Time: 10:48:08 AM
COMMENTS
Is there any way to contact Jack or any other individual associated with either Jack or Cream in order to request specific photos of Cream during their concerts at LA Forum October 19&20 1968 and the Oakland Alameda Coliseum on October 4th 1968? I am researching equipment details and need photos of those events. Also, I would love to gain access to Jacks recollections of various recording sessions, especially during the Disralie Gears and Wheels sessions. (also his comments on the 68 Farewell Tour)
Thank you.
NAME: Jason Tomko
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/13/98
Time: 10:19:41 PM
COMMENTS
Hey Jack, Does "N.S.U." refer to the German rotary engined automobile from the mid-60's? If so, its a very appropriate title, as the song, like the Wankle engines in the cars, revs to unlimited speed until it explodes.
Jason Tomko
NAME: brian ralston
LOCATION: sydney, australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/17/98
Time: 11:15:33 PM
COMMENTS
Great site and pleasing to know that I am not the only JB fan in Australia. SWLARB was the song that got me back into rock music. Loved the vocals. Became a huge Cream fan. Followed Jack's career in Melody Maker when it was readable and available out here. I am only missing a couple of albums. Do any Australian fans know how to get hold of the Old Grey Whistle Test and Live at the BBC albums in Australia. One of the saddest days in my life was walking through Cologne in 1981 and seeing signs on walls advertising Jack playing the night before, and having no means of knowing any other tour details. Would like to hear from any other JB fans, particularly in Australia. Who knows maybe we can band together and urge Jack to come to this fantastic country. "The Basement" in Sydney would be a wonderful venue. I would also like some information on obtaining sheet music for Jack's music after "Harmony Row". I have the music for Songs for a Tailor and Harmony Row and would love to update. Would also be interested in finding out if any midi-files exist of Jack's music. Keep up the good work. I will return from time to time to check if Jack is coming to Australia.
NAME: gregory
LOCATION: poland
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/18/98
Time: 8:36:30 AM
COMMENTS
All Fans buy Graham Bond Cd now or what? Please, open www.imvs.com and you will be able to find new remastered Graham Bond Organization CD Live at Klooks Kleek. Also new video of CREAM Farewell concert is available. You may search for Scaffold with JB as well RnB at abbey road with GBO. Do not miss oportunity to buy rare recordings of Duffy Power =all 3 CDs feature Jack. Greg
NAME: Larry Stayton
LOCATION: Queens, New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/18/98
Time: 10:11:12 AM
COMMENTS
Jack - you've been a musical inspiration to me since the early 60's, and I want to thank you for that ! You are the standard by which I judge my own bass playing and singing - stay healthy and happy !
NAME: Jenni Harjunpää
LOCATION: Kerava , Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/21/98
Time: 5:48:53 AM
COMMENTS
What N.S.U means?
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/23/98
Time: 5:46:29 AM
COMMENTS
Hello Innocents, N.S.U. is a form of V.D. Speciphically , Non Speciphic Uthritis . In other words , the song is about nothing in particular . Except " Smokin ' cigars , drivin' cars and sailin yauchts ", none of which Jack had when he wrote the song . It has nothing to do with German cars. Although N.S.U . gained the world land speed record for motorcycles in the early ' 50s . Paul Fuller .
NAME: Craig follett
LOCATION: Gander Newfoundland , Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/26/98
Time: 6:31:07 PM
COMMENTS
All that I would like to say is"Bruce is God".
NAME: David Matthew Heuss
LOCATION: Lake Mills, Wisconsin, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/27/98
Time: 9:32:24 PM
COMMENTS
Found this site qutie by accidient. Jack, if you get this I want you to know that you're the reason I started out on bass guitar 30 years ago. I learned to sing from your albums with Cream. For many, many of us you will always be the ultimate bassman ( hell of a singer too). Best wishes to you wherever you may be. Sincerely,
David
NAME: jim
LOCATION: penna.u.s.a.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/98
Time: 5:44:52 PM
COMMENTS
i saw jack bruce at the station in wilkes-barre,pa. in the early 1980's. i just wanted to say it was a great concert.........how about jack"S tour with john mclaughlin. i wish they would release some of that on cd. it would be good to hear.......
NAME: Ayiea DewFairy Ravitay
LOCATION: Valdemar
ADDRESS: KMcMouse
Date: 11/28/98
Time: 10:40:28 PM
COMMENTS
I WANT LYRICS FOR MERCEDES LACKY SONGS!!!!!!!!!
NAME: Graham Russell
LOCATION: Stockton-on-Tees, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/29/98
Time: 10:44:58 AM
COMMENTS
It's hard to criticize perfection. Keep on truckin' Jack. BomBaBaBomBaBaBomBaBaBassman Peace Graham.
NAME: Jack Cooney
LOCATION: South Windsor, CT, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/30/98
Time: 11:11:29 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce,
A few words of praise from a 30+ year fan of both Cream's and your work. First of all, a loud plea that you consider playing some venue in Conecticutt, USA in the near future as my life will be far from complete unless I see you live before passing on. I have been fortunate enough along the way to catch the lesser 2/3 of the band ( don't let Ginger see this because I love his drumming and cantankerousness but never thought of him as any kind of leader in the band even though he claims responsibility for its inception ) but have never capitolized on an opportunity to see you live. Truly, with your booming baritone and incredible writing and playing ability, you were always the heart of the band for me and I have continued to follow your solo career with great interest and admiration. Mister Clapton has emerged a horrible example of compromising one's artistic vision and selling onesself down the river for popularity, dough, whatever... but you seem always to have remained true to your music and art, even if it, as I'm sure it must have, hurt you financially at times. Cream was, and always will remain, for me , the ONLY BAND worth any artistic salt whatsoever, with the exception of Mister Fripp and King Crimson. The world of popular music has always slept in its misery and naiivity while artists like yourselves continue to say something worthwhile. If Eric will not 'come out to play', it is truly his own fear and insecurity that prevents that ( as well of course, plenty of discouragement from his bloodthirsty, greedy management ) from happening. I remain, as I'm sure I speak for countless other Bruce/Cream fans, a devoted fan and friend and sincerely hope all is well with you and your family. In closing ( and I do hope you get to read this ) I was 13 years old when you guys called it quits and never had the chance to see the band live. I have lived vicariously through countless official re- and rereleases as well as all, I believe, the existing bootlegs still out there in circulation, and know that I truly missed out on what would have been the concert experience of a lifetime. That aside, have you ever considered reassembling the crew from the "Things We Like"??? I bet Mr. Mcglaughlin would still consider 'coming out to play' as he, much like you, always seems to consider art before meaningless popularity. I bet you'd catch quite an unsuspecting jazz and rock audience by surprise and surprise even yourself with the result. You'd get to play again, like only you can, John would get to electrically shred a little more and resurrect some of those fantastic Mahavishnu sounds, and your fans would exult. There's more of a neo-fusion movement afoot than I think you realize ( just ask Messr's Tony Levin and Bill Bruford- there's an interesting thought for a drummer!!! )!! Anyway, some parting thoughts for this day. This aging rocker wishes you and yours well.
Jack Cooney, MD
NAME: Stephen Durrant
LOCATION: Woking Fire Station
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/30/98
Time: 2:23:17 PM
COMMENTS
I want Jack Bruce to do a concert at the Guildford Civic Hall and I also wish for John Lennon, Frank Zappa, Jimi Hendrix and Keith Moon to not be dead.
NAME: Charles Manson
LOCATION: Portsmouth Uk
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/1/98
Time: 8:30:29 AM
COMMENTS
Well I am at school at the moment but enjoying this web site.
NAME: Philip Weeks
LOCATION: Weston s Mare UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/3/98
Time: 5:46:24 PM
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I'm new to the net and am spending many enjoyable hours catching up on the fortunes of my favourite artists. Message to Jack - I haven't seen you perform live since Birmingham circa 1975 with Carla Bley & friends and I haven't bought an album since the BBM project - please keep me posted, Yours Phil.
NAME: morten ehlers
LOCATION: denmark
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/4/98
Time: 8:32:15 AM
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thank you for being an evil punk on the frank zappa album apostrephe sorry i cant spel it right but anyway you inspired me to be a bass punk myself
NAME: Andy Liddiard
LOCATION: London UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/4/98
Time: 4:59:27 PM
COMMENTS
Hi!
Where to begin? I engineered on tour with Jack Bruce & Friends in Scotland and Europe circa 1984-87. Looking at the past tour dates, I can say that the November '84 stuff contained many more dates; Fulda, Stuttgart, Bremen (brilliant night), Flensburg, Gottingen, Linz and Wels (Austria) all come to mind. Also, there was a whole tour with the Bruce/Fier/Clempson/Leahy lineup sometime in 1986 or 1987 that began in Linz and ended in Budapest (one other Hungarian date in Szombathely [sp?] when it was still Eastern Bloc. The one before Hungary was at the Arena in Vienna; the Budapest date was second on the bill to U.F.O., with Dr. Feelgood opening. If I can remember any more I'll write again! Nice site, BTW.
cheers Andy
NAME: sy kipp
LOCATION: bethlehem, pa 18015
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/5/98
Time: 2:33:11 AM
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I saw Jack perform w/Cream @ the Phila. Spectrum in 1969, and from that point on I was determined to become a bassist. At the time I was 16 yrs. old, playing keyboards w/left handed bass lines.I suggested I start playing bass due to the fact that I already knew how to play guitar. I was outvoted and left the band to find another in need of a bassist. I've been playing 28+ yrs. thanx to Jack and his music!
NAME: Jenni Harjunpää
LOCATION: Kerava, Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/5/98
Time: 5:32:59 AM
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I would just like to know , that is there any so young like me , i'm thirteen , who likes Jack's or Cream's music ?
NAME: Thomas Axelsson
LOCATION: Ullvidevägen 41A, 162 44 Vällingby, SWEDEN
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/7/98
Time: 2:20:35 PM
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NAME: tw thompson
LOCATION: Asheville, NC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/8/98
Time: 10:34:10 PM
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Just saying THANKS to the person who made this site.Afterall, JB is one of the most interesting and dynamic musicians I can think of.
NAME: Patrick Powers
LOCATION: Missouri
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/8/98
Time: 11:46:16 PM
COMMENTS
I got to see Jack on the Ringo Starr and The All Starr band tour in 1997. It was fantastic, Jack was brilliant. His bass playing was in top form. Great web site.
NAME: ferdinand
LOCATION: philippines
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/98
Time: 8:04:01 PM
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Dear Jack,
I am a huge Filipino Cream Fan and I deeply appreciate your bass playing, definitely better than Paul McCartney and John Entwistle's style. I watched youe concert in Leuven, Belgium during my stint as a student in Namur, (100 miles away from Leuven) I came from afar and had to sleep at the train station but it was worth it. I never thought i would hear Sunshine of Your Love and White Room Live. I wished you played I Feel Free as well. Anyway, I wish to have access to your other materials which is not widely available in the Philippines. I play bass myself and I always try to imitate your style. I play bass as a celebration of your music, but I'm not a powerful singer as you are. I'm deeply saddened by your son's death but I knew you kept good memories of him. I know you are a strong person. I hope Eric and Ginger do a reunion with you on a massive World Tour which I know will be artistically and commercially successful.
Good Luck,
Ferdinand Andre'
NAME: STEVEN ZULLI
LOCATION: MT.POCONO,PA.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/14/98
Time: 1:24:17 PM
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ONCE AN ADMIRER...ALWAYS ONE!! I REMEMBER SOMEONE WRITING LONG AGO..JACK'S VOICE WAS VERY SOULFULL.....LIVE "SPOONFULL" JUST TO NAME ONE..ONE OF ROCKS GREATEST EVER...STEVE
NAME: John Cosgrove
LOCATION: New Orleans, LA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/16/98
Time: 6:50:00 PM
COMMENTS
great site for great man!
NAME: Chris Lee
LOCATION: Doncaster
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/17/98
Time: 10:04:03 AM
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i have none
NAME: Chris Lee
LOCATION: Doncaster
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/17/98
Time: 10:04:46 AM
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RIDE HARD YOU CAN REST WHEN YOU DIE!
NAME: Stig
LOCATION: Oslo
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/17/98
Time: 11:43:36 AM
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You are one of the baddest cats around. Lots of Jack Bruce fans up here at the North Pole. I didn't knew that you were a Warwick-man. I just loved the BBM-album and thougt you still played the EB-3. But, it's in the fingers isn't it? -Or more correctly - in your head and heart. Oui? I myself started to play bass as a very young man in, about the release of Fresh Cream. At the time my biggest influence was Jamie Jamerson and you. Thank you, mr. Bruce. btw. have you heard the version of "rope ladder..." by Julie Driscoll and Brian Auger?
NAME: Jasmine Ayoub
LOCATION: NSW
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/18/98
Time: 5:26:38 AM
COMMENTS
Pretty cool dude Looks good sounds good love your work
NAME: sandi
LOCATION: ice
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/18/98
Time: 11:54:18 AM
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Hurry and get done please becease I want to look at some songs. Alanis Morsette!!!!!!!
NAME: Winston
LOCATION: Broken Bow, Oklahoma
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/20/98
Time: 12:48:30 AM
COMMENTS
Excellent webpage on one of rock's better players. I well remember when "Disraeli Gears" and "Wheels of Fire" were in all the album bins around Houston. "Deserted Cities of the Heart" remains my fave Cream cut of all time. Just finished reading "Crossroads", a book about Clapton; it was very good, without being a real juicy read. Good stuff, thanx.
NAME: brian
LOCATION: pa
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/20/98
Time: 3:57:23 PM
COMMENTS
your page is awsome
NAME: Phil Watson
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/21/98
Time: 12:30:59 AM
COMMENTS
Without doubt,Jack is my favourite musician of all time.Being a so called "old fart"by my younger friends and family only makes me feel stronger in regard to the fantastic musians of by-gone years! Without the Bruce's ,Zappa's,Ponty's,etc,we would be in a lotta shit relying on musicians of these past 2 decades.I would love Jack to open the Sydney Olympic Games in September 2000.Hope to see you soon mate!Best wishes for a great Christmas and a very happy and rocking new year.
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Windsor N.S.W.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/21/98
Time: 3:32:36 AM
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G'Day , Bruce fans . I would just like to say how much I have enjoyed the last year on this site and Steve's site and Harmony Row . Not forgeting Gerards 's site ! Its been great . At this time last year I thought I was the only J. B. fan on the planet . Now I have friends all over the world sending me tapes and C.D.s of our favorite muso . Thank you Internet ! Thank you Steve , Derek, Gerard and Marillo . And most of all thank you Jack for giving me some of the most beautiful music I have ever heard . Merry Christmas to everone and a BASSIN' New Year ! See Ya , Paul .
NAME: gaston
LOCATION: florida
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/22/98
Time: 8:54:39 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce, in my humble opinion, plays the meanest, nastiest, slow blues I have ever heard. His vocal on Cream's "Wrapping Paper" is awesome. His phrasing and tone are beyond belief. Jack, keep rocking...
NAME: Jenni Harjunpää
LOCATION: Kerava , Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/25/98
Time: 10:34:25 AM
COMMENTS
I got Wheels of fire and Goodbye at Christmas and i'm totally thrilled ! I just can't stop listening to those records . The playing is just fantastic and the live versions are perfect . I think that Cream was best in live situation .
NAME: Gaston
LOCATION: UnitedStates
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/26/98
Time: 10:17:52 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is the baddest bass player of all time... Listen to "Sitting on top of the world" on Cream's Goodbye album... That is some serious slow blues...those bass lines are so nasty, very dirty tone...distortion! Jack was probably using Marshall stacks at full blast!!!! In the middle of the live version of "I'm so glad", Jack plays notes that are obviously not in the key of the song...That's my favority moment of all!!! Nobody gets away with that better than Jack!!! Jack Bruce, you got big balls! Clapton is very predictable...(sissy) Jack, what do you think of John Paul Jones...James Jamerson... Entwisle has pretty good chops too...Listen to "Goodbye Sister Disco" The one thing that I think sets Jack Bruce appart is his sense of reckless abandon and adventure. I think Jack is the only great bass player that also happens to be a world class singer!!! what can I say....Thanks for the great music...
NAME: Bernd Poch
LOCATION: Oldenburg/Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/30/98
Time: 4:38:34 PM
COMMENTS
Hi !
I like "Things We Like" but I love "No Answer" with Michael Mantler. Why there is no CD ??
NAME: Megan Melissa
LOCATION: Eunice, Louisiana
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/30/98
Time: 5:20:36 PM
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I LOVE THIS SITE..I COLLECT LYRICS SO I GO TO EVERYONE'S MUSIC SITE AND PRINT THEM ...BUT I THINK THIS SITE IS THE BEST!!! I WANNA GIVE A SHOUT TO ALANA, CONNAN, DANNY, MY BOYFRIEND NICK..PEACE EVERYONE!!!!!!!!!!!!!! THIS SITE RULZ
NAME: Mark DelMedico
LOCATION: New Hartford New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/30/98
Time: 11:33:33 PM
COMMENTS
great site saw Jack Bruce with Ringo at Harbour Lights Pavillion in Boston about a year ago with Framptn,Gary Brooker,and the drummer from Bad Company it was an excellent show brought back alot of memories.
NAME: Tony Steele
LOCATION: San Jose CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/31/98
Time: 2:26:37 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, you have always been one of my favorite bass players. I have not been able to see you in person, but I have been to concerts that featured some of your musical friends. I saw Eric Clapton a couple of times, I've seen John McGlaughlin when he was with the Mahavishnu Orchestra, and I saw Mountain in concert, too. Way back when Cream was playing live, Playboy Magazine had this poll to ask people their favorite musicians. The name that came in second for many years was Jack Bruce. The reason for this was that many people looked down the list of nominees, and the only name on the whole list that they recognized was Paul McCartney. I've listened carefully to his bass playing, and he's not bad, but he wasn't the best. This is just to let you know that for anyone who knew anything about music back then, you were the best, Jack. Your music stands the test of time. I've also seen you and Ginger Baker on the David Letterman show. I enjoyed seeing you there, too. Could you post somewhere on your web site the meaning of N.S.U. please? I saw on the Fresh Live Cream video that SWLABR stands for She Was Like A Bearded Rainbow. It took me more than 25 years to find that out. I hope it doesn't take me another 25 years to find out what N.S.U. means. Your musical fan, Tony Steele
NAME: chris bontya
LOCATION: davenport f.l
ADDRESS: m
Date: 12/31/98
Time: 10:05:32 PM
