NAME: Daryl Rowe
LOCATION: Bowmanville, Ontario
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/2/01
Time: 4:36:57 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack! This website is fantastic. I always wanted to write you "a letter of thanks" (excuse the pun) but didn't know where to write. At last I get the chance. Thank you for all the great music over the years. A highlight was seeing you live at the El Mocambo in Toronto, October 5th 1988. I hope that I get to see you live in concert again. Thank you!!
NAME: Lorin Jay Cowell
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/3/01
Time: 4:38:48 PM
COMMENTS
My LP copies of "Harmony Row," and "Out of the Storm" are both old and scratched. When will they be released on CD?
NAME: Lorin Jay Cowell
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/3/01
Time: 4:39:33 PM
COMMENTS
My LP copies of "Harmony Row," and "Out of the Storm" are both old and scratched. When will they be released on CD?
NAME: george schroeder
LOCATION: balto.md.(home of mr. chambers!)
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/3/01
Time: 5:39:18 PM
COMMENTS
hello jack,i'm a friend of dennis's! saw him perform over the holidays(fab to say the least)!very excited about the trio!!hope you get to see dennis's xmas present,my bro's trio..we do a lot of your music,we're huge lifetime fans,just a fun loving bass, keys and drums trio!need an opennig act for the tour??my other brothers saw you on the last ringo tour,and were amazed at how well and fit you looked!!any health tips to follow for your fans out there??regards george
NAME: Rosco
LOCATION: Lancaster, Pa.
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/4/01
Time: 10:32:38 AM
COMMENTS
Great site...the man is a living legend!
NAME: modcit
LOCATION: seattle
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/4/01
Time: 5:52:43 PM
COMMENTS
hey jack, send me mail when you're coming up to seattle!! I would definitely check it out. you are a legend man...
NAME: Rod JEFFERY
LOCATION: Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/7/01
Time: 8:17:25 PM
COMMENTS
While I found the Jack's pages extremely informative, I am a little disappointed that there appears to be no reference to the album that he did with Ellen McIlwaine that includes the old Freddie KING tune 'Danger Zone'.
NAME: Rob Scott
LOCATION: Exeter
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/9/01
Time: 6:22:48 AM
COMMENTS
I am a bass guitarist and Jack is an insperation to all bassists, however experienced or inexperienced. I am buying an Eb-3 just to be able to play his Cream songs with the exact same sound. Well almost.
NAME: Kevin V
LOCATION: Illinois, near Chicago
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/9/01
Time: 9:41:50 PM
COMMENTS
Does anyone know where to contact Eric Clapton, Jack Bruce, and or Ginger Baker? Any help appreciated.
Kevin
NAME: Jeff Bruce
LOCATION: Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/12/01
Time: 6:37:27 AM
COMMENTS
I love your music and your web page! We Bruces have a lot of musical talent - when you get a chance, check out my son's website - www.simonbruce.com
Looking forward to seeing you live next time you're in Australia.
Jeff Bruce
NAME: Peter
LOCATION: Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/12/01
Time: 8:10:29 AM
COMMENTS
..so this is the website of one of my all time favorite... realy great work, but i miss some mp3´s that old fans like me can download. some rare or special tracks for the hardcore fans arround the world. greetings to jack and all of you at jackbruce.com from germany peter
NAME: stephen kennedy
LOCATION: s ireland
ADDRESS: misha
Date: 1/12/01
Time: 5:10:40 PM
COMMENTS
i have most of jacks music on cd-when i get a cd rewriter i can oblige-minimum fee for a jb fan! he's the best-sk
NAME: Marc and Lorraine Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/12/01
Time: 9:25:25 PM
COMMENTS
We'd love to see some photos of HotFlash recording together in Gallery. Regards - M&L.
NAME: robert
LOCATION: boca raton, florida
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/13/01
Time: 11:18:04 AM
COMMENTS
hi jack-
my wife and i just saw u with the all-stars in ft.lauderdale,florida. it was a blast! i just picked up 2 original Grande Ballroom posters from your 67 and 68 shows with cream. cost me an arm & a leg, but, hey, its worth the memories..keep on making great music and never tell your mother she's out a tune!
later, bob
NAME: nigel watkins
LOCATION: preston lancashire england
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/13/01
Time: 3:55:58 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, please advise where I can obtain a video of your concert I recently saw on German TV, performing with Ginger Baker & Gary Moore Thanks Nigel Watkins (a fan since the 60's)
NAME: chroming
LOCATION: "good" old Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/14/01
Time: 10:29:30 AM
COMMENTS
Great Site. You are a Legend! www.chroming.de
NAME: STEVE CUTLER
LOCATION: SOUTH CAROLINA
ADDRESS: CUTLER
Date: 1/15/01
Time: 12:28:14 AM
COMMENTS
I JUST RECENTLY FOUND THIS SITE AND I AM VERY ANXIOUS TO EXPLORE IT FURTHER. I HAVE BEEN A HUGE FAN OF JACK SINCE I HEARD MY FIRST CREAM ALBUM. I AM ALSO A BASS PLAYER AND I ADMIRE HIS WORK THROUGHOUT HIS CAREER.
NAME: terry harrison
LOCATION: alberta canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/15/01
Time: 1:13:43 AM
COMMENTS
hi,jack iam a bass player from canada 48 years old, ihave gibson eb3 and ricbacker 4001 with a bartolini pickup on the back pickup also fender jazz with bartolini active pickups do you have bass with bartoilini pickups if so were happy with the prouduct iam currently playing with a rockabilly band .locally ihave played with blues, country rock and middle of the road bands our guitar player isplaying more melodic jazz chords now .i am finding a challenge , however we are still sticking to the rockabilly iam doing a lot walking bass lines to get the effect of a standup bass do you have any advice inregards to improve ones technic .i do alot of scalesruns as well as playing all over the neck ,i have been listen to your style listiencbastandyhealingrocabilly listening to your style for over twenty years when i practice you have been an influence sorry for the computer screwup my time first sending amessage my kids laugh at me because idonot know howto turnon the dam thing on .what kind of eguipment do use you nnpramqstickhoveroverchsmeocsr MO mMOo bands at this age i am playingwitha guitar who isplaying more melo0dic jazz chords whois more crossover our guitar player is playing melodic jazz chords iam seeing a wide variation of crossover music. hyerc.;;amuabar
NAME: Gary
LOCATION: Brisbane Oz
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/15/01
Time: 11:49:45 PM
COMMENTS
Dearest Jackest of Bruces - I grew up with the music of those early days - Eric + Ginger et al., not to mention all the excellent others - Pete, Felix ..... Your work in particular has been a big influence for me, even to this day. I lost my copy of Songs For a Tailor in 82, and found one on vynil yesterday - brief tears. Thanx for your energy over the years, and for soaring flights that eagles dared. loveya - Gary.
NAME: roberto
LOCATION: roma,italia
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/17/01
Time: 9:29:22 AM
COMMENTS
andy summer's trio on tour here in italy on early spring... no trace of bruce ,chambers in the personnel...CIAO!
NAME: Pan
LOCATION: Alpha Centauri
ADDRESS: 1-800-GETALIF
Date: 1/18/01
Time: 9:36:09 AM
COMMENTS
If Hot Lunch doesn't come together, maybe a certain semi-retired guitarist can bear long past depths, good and bad, for a return to Elysia of yore.
NAME: Chris Bowen
LOCATION: Daventry, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/18/01
Time: 6:30:07 PM
COMMENTS
Where can I buy the CD "I've always wanted to do this" HELP!!!!
NAME: andy
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/19/01
Time: 12:59:18 PM
COMMENTS
To Roberto in Roma: can people in Italy read or write?
NAME: Roberto
LOCATION: Roma
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/19/01
Time: 4:38:34 PM
COMMENTS
Hey, American greaseball - I lerna to speeky the English, and a then I a spit in your pizza!!!
NAME: Raj Manoharan
LOCATION: United States of America
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/19/01
Time: 9:21:50 PM
COMMENTS
Hey Roberto, is that Andy Summers you're talking to? By the way, I'm a big fan of Andy from The Police and I like Cream, so I'm really looking forward to HotFlash.
NAME: Mike Onesko
LOCATION: Cleveland,Ohio
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/20/01
Time: 12:54:22 AM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack!My name is Mike Onesko.I have been a huge fan for many years now.I was lucky enough to record five albums for the Shrapnel Records Label Group,under the name BLINDSIDE BLUES BAND and also I produced and played on CREAM OF THE CROP a Tribute to Cream.Where I played on produced such players as Leslie West,Tim Bogert,Ansyley Dunbar,Rick Derringer, Glenn Hughes,Pat Travers,well you get the idea I also liked what you did with Gary Moore!You can check out my stuff on www.shrapnelrecords.com or any other music website.I would be interested in collaborating with you on a project of some kind.Look under Mike Onesko or Blindside Blues Band.If you get a chance check out Cream Of The Crop and tell me what you think.We used a core band of me on rythm guitars,Jeff Martin on drums,and Tim Bogert on bass,and then everyone else came in and did the vocals and guitars.I would love to hear your feedback.Thanks,Mike Onesko.
NAME: roberto
LOCATION: roma
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/20/01
Time: 8:36:39 AM
COMMENTS
for andy:see you in roma (on 15th march) at big mama i will bring my diploma! have a good time!!!
NAME: Darrell Barker
LOCATION: Winston-Salem, N.C. U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/20/01
Time: 1:23:15 PM
COMMENTS
Jack is a great song writer, singer,musician.
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Australia
ADDRESS: friendsofjbruce@hotmail
Date: 1/20/01
Time: 7:09:42 PM
COMMENTS
If anyone would like to receive the free electronic newsletter, The Cuicoland Express, which is dedicated to the Great Jack Bruce, please drop a line to the above email address. Regards - Marc.
ps. Roberto, don't worry about your english - your taste in music is impeccable.
NAME: eric wilson
LOCATION: south yorkshire u.k.
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/20/01
Time: 7:56:58 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,everyone,remember Alex? (sensational)
NAME: Jim
LOCATION: U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/21/01
Time: 3:46:26 PM
COMMENTS
In a collection of over 1600 albums, and CD's, "Harmony Row" is still an all-time favorite. I can't understand why it has never been released on CD. It's time!!!!!
NAME: Bill Kinzie
LOCATION: Lakewood NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/23/01
Time: 4:24:50 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, seen you at Fillmore East 1970. with Larry,Mike & Corky. Jack Bruce & Friends. I'll never forget that one. Fifth Row dead center. Thank You, Bill.
NAME: JIMMY DOUGLAS
LOCATION: LOS ANGELES
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/25/01
Time: 5:12:25 PM
COMMENTS
JACK,HOPE YOU ARE DOING WELL AND LOOKS LIKE YOU HAVE BEEN REAL BUSY MAKING GOOD MUSIC. THINGS GOING WELL IN L.A. HOPE WE CAN COMMUNICATE SOON.GREAT WEB SITE.
NAME: Bobby
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/25/01
Time: 5:32:39 PM
COMMENTS
I am only 14 and I love Jack. My dad first turned me on to him when I was younger and I have loved his music ever since. I play bass too and I can't find any bass tabs for Jack's music. Can anyone email and tell me where to find some. Thanks, Bobby, NJ USA
NAME: Steve Barcur
LOCATION: Detroit
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/25/01
Time: 8:44:06 PM
COMMENTS
I fell in love with eric clapton's music when i was little, while researching him i discovered that the people like stevie winwood, ginger baker, john mayall, and of course the great jack bruce, he never would have been "god"
NAME: Robert Clayton
LOCATION: Bordentown, NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/26/01
Time: 5:18:32 AM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack and all at Jack Bruce.com. I noticed many inquiries regarding where to obtain some of Jack's difficult to find material. Check out GEMM.com, I recently picked up WB&L's 'Live 'N Kickin' and 'Whatever Turns You On' on vinyl but they were both reasonably priced and in great condition. You can also find new and used CDs of Jack's solo projects. I also got a brand new CD of 'Songs For a Tailor'. However, used copies of 'Harmony Row' on vinyl were going for $85.00! I agree it's time one of modern music's greatest masterpieces become available on CD. Best wishes to Jack and Good Luck with both of your current projects. You are a living legend!
NAME: Chris Cathcart
LOCATION: Dundee (just now)
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/26/01
Time: 7:56:18 AM
COMMENTS
My Father (John) and Jack were friends when they were both young boys. My dad has told me of fond memories travelling to watch Jack play the cello in Glasgow. It particularly sticks in his mind as Jacks older brother took them there....in his small convertable sports car with the bass sticking out the back of it.
I'm not sure if anyone will read this, but it would be nice to see if they could contact each other...just for a jar. Friends are friends after all.
Chris
NAME: dermot
LOCATION: brooklyn
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/26/01
Time: 8:09:24 AM
COMMENTS
robert,good to meet ya yesterday. all sounded good,see you in the paris cafe ,come on down.
NAME: Edward
LOCATION: Clarkston, mi
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/26/01
Time: 12:24:50 PM
COMMENTS
Good Afternoon Jack, I just wanted to say hello. This is a great site. I've been looking for a way to thank you for the great music. Looking forward to seeing your new trio soon (I hope). Keep the good music coming. Reguards, Edward
NAME: larry simeone
LOCATION: bronx,new york
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/26/01
Time: 2:40:52 PM
COMMENTS
dear jack,
I met u twice . Once backstage at the Public when you did the phenomenal "Desire..." and in 1984 at the "Bottom Line" gig with Bruce G., Sancious,etc. We talked a bit about the "Automatic" LP u know, and and so it's true we all love green and blue. You are .. you are... you are.... as Kip says someone we talk arounnd not talk about. God bless you and yours.
All the best' Lary Simeone, Bx, NYC
NAME: George
LOCATION: CONN>< USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/26/01
Time: 7:46:06 PM
COMMENTS
Great site for a great bassist.. One thing.. I saw West,Bruce and Land in Key West, Fla., in 72 while in the Navy.. Not listed in performances section!!! Great show, 'Mississippi Queeen ' was a killer...
NAME: Robert Clayton
LOCATION: Bordentown, NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/27/01
Time: 10:56:25 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, Please give us an update on 'All Quiet in Ciucoland' and the progress of 'Hotflash'. The suspense is more than your many die-hard fans can take. Awaiting as patiently as possible in New Jersey. Bob Clayton's Sr. and Jr.
NAME: Michael Collins
LOCATION: Argyle New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/27/01
Time: 8:20:57 PM
COMMENTS
Jack taught me how to speak music
NAME: DAN BARCAN
LOCATION: new jersey usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/29/01
Time: 2:32:41 AM
COMMENTS
Hello jack-I'm dan barcan-a singer songwriter from new jersey with 3CDs-your a major music influence on myself ...i'm inviting yourself and all of your great fans to check out my taped concert at the 12 bar club on denmark steet in london just type in www.google.com or www.musictv.com also my websight members.aol.com/cooldbar if you need an opening act live for your next tour please let me know...My CDs are full backing--live i play just voice/guitar...So are things with the new project?Hows eric and ginger doing??Have you chatted with them recently?Jack please send me a signed picture of yourself signed by you to dan barcan 40 cottage place hillsdale NEW JERSEY united states 07642...hope2chat soon and most importantly hell to all of your cool fans--hi there i'm dan--well gotta run talk 2 ya later sincerly dan barcan
NAME: Peter Essen
LOCATION: Gothenburg Sweden
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/29/01
Time: 5:13:07 AM
COMMENTS
Jack is the best rock singer/bas player in the world all categories!!!
NAME: Niels Christensen
LOCATION: Copenhagen, Denmark
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/29/01
Time: 7:05:30 AM
COMMENTS
Being a Jack Bruce fan since I first heard the roaring sound of the EB3 in the late sixties, I just want to let you know that you are my biggest idol, both as musician, singer and composer. Please have your agency or anyone in charge of your agenda lean heavily on DK-venues for a concert here in 2001. The new trio sounds fantastic. When will we hear it on CD ? May God keep you with us for many years !!!
NAME: chris burgess
LOCATION: port huron, michigan
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/29/01
Time: 7:06:50 PM
COMMENTS
somewhere in your lyrics collection, please include the lyrics to the wonderful song, "Something Else is Working Harder" from the Golden Palominos release, Blast of Silence. Thank You, Chris
NAME: Joyce Hasty
LOCATION: Wilmington,N.C. USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/30/01
Time: 7:13:42 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! Just a line to let you know that the e-mail address has changed. Take Care, Red
New e-mail address
NAME: Niki Heim
LOCATION: Austria, Europe
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/31/01
Time: 11:13:22 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack!
I´m a little bit nervous, because that is the first time I´m writing to you! Since I heard your great sound comming out of a big Marshall, I´m a Bruce-Cream fan! I think you aren´t comming to Vienna with your new band, but I would really enjoy to see you in concert! For the start with the new band I wish you good luck!
Nick "Scott" Heim
NAME: Pete Lee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 1/31/01
Time: 4:19:46 PM
COMMENTS
Trio sks sngwrtr 4 pwr jam.
NAME: Frank de Graaf
LOCATION: Netherlands
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/1/01
Time: 2:35:59 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, You're the greatest bassplayer ever and one of the best singers alive today. Thanks, Frank
NAME: moti dichne
LOCATION: Tel Aviv,Israel
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/2/01
Time: 5:32:57 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack!! It's Moti from Israel, Igal's(Mark's) friend..Remember me??The singer-bass-player idiot? Hope you're ok and it's great tos ee you're getting together with andy summer!!any chance of Asher and Ofer bringing you over with the new band?? Hope to see/ hear you soon!! Moti
NAME: Bob
LOCATION: UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/2/01
Time: 4:08:28 PM
COMMENTS
what was rory gallagher like?
NAME: Eric
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/3/01
Time: 4:14:07 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce kicks my ass literaly.
NAME: Eric
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/3/01
Time: 4:15:58 PM
COMMENTS
I think this site is really fucking great. Jack you're my idol through out the years. My english's very good.
NAME: Andy Buschmann
LOCATION: Batesville Arkansas
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/4/01
Time: 7:21:31 PM
COMMENTS
BBM- Around the Next Dream- GREAT album. City of Gold is a great song but I can't think of any song in which I can understand fewer lyrics. Anybody know what Jack is saying? Thanx, Andy Buschmann
NAME: phil
LOCATION: midwest
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/5/2001
Time: 8:00:56 PM
COMMENTS
jack, if you still have the old desires of thirtyfive years ago i know a young man who has the ability and the talent to bring back rock and roll? if you would like to talk to him and see for yourself please reply for further colaboration. thank you for talent and inspirationover the years.
NAME: fred hodshon
LOCATION: orange, california
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/6/2001
Time: 4:30:28 PM
COMMENTS
hi there, GREAT PAGE. i got the link from the LIGHTWAVE folks. was wondering if Mr. Bruce has experimented with the infra-red pickups system. LOVE MINE!
fred
NAME: Ron Spedden
LOCATION: Chesterfield Va.
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/8/2001
Time: 8:58:41 AM
COMMENTS
Love this site! I saw Jach in 1989 with Ginger Baker in Richmond Va. I hope his new band comes there. I would love to see him again and try to get him to autograph my album copy of Willpower!
NAME: Stephen Dohl
LOCATION: Charlotte, North Carolina.
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/9/2001
Time: 1:34:46 AM
COMMENTS
I will have to keep an eye (and ear) open for the CD with Andy. "Cream Police" indeed. Sounds delightfull! Best Wishes! Stephen.
NAME: David Hardy
LOCATION: Merry Little England
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/11/2001
Time: 8:38:03 AM
COMMENTS
hey, anyone know when the great man is touring in England....long time no see!!!!
NAME: Bob Murray
LOCATION: Mt. Kisco, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/12/2001
Time: 12:52:29 PM
COMMENTS
I cut my teeth on Jack's amazing riffs in the 60's when I was a mere hedgehog. To date, his is still the best rock voice I've heard. Last saw him at The Chance about 10 years ago. He was to play with Ginger Baker who was late and showed up to play the final two song. Jack was, is, and always will be the Main Man!
NAME: Monte
LOCATION: Tahoe
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/13/2001
Time: 1:15:14 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! I'm sitting here listening to Harmony Row. I wrote a good song last week. If you'd like to see the lyrics, let me know.
Monte
NAME: Pete Lee
LOCATION: CANYON @ Le Bar Bat, NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/16/2001
Time: 9:47:22 AM
COMMENTS
Derek: Thanks for coming. Wouldn't have happened without you. Will try to behave from now on. Regards, Peter, Herb & Lenny
NAME: Angelo La Bella
LOCATION: Brooklyn New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/16/2001
Time: 11:46:13 AM
COMMENTS
I am looking for the bass tabs, or music , to Jack's song "Sleeping time time" ( with the Cream ). Please obtain it and send it to me. I am trying to play the song!!!!
NAME: Robert Trott
LOCATION: Rocklin, CA
ADDRESS: hottuit@hotmail
Date: 2/16/2001
Time: 5:27:08 PM
COMMENTS
I am a Bass player who gets to see your name on my living room wall engraved in a Warwick Thumb Fretless serial number one!
It's great to see you being recogized as a force in the music community!
hottuit!
NAME: Grant Scale
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/19/2001
Time: 1:49:00 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, I'm sure I speak for everyone in Australia that we are hanging out to see you over this way and are eagerly checking out the tour schedule. How about making Australia the first point of call in the world tour? It would go down very well over here!!
NAME: Jim Mercado
LOCATION: Denver Co
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/19/2001
Time: 1:56:40 PM
COMMENTS
Jack: I Met your son Malcolm the other day, great guy. I play bass for "Hat Trick" here in Denver. We are doing a CD produced by Lon Van Eaton. We had Kofi Baker play on three songs.
Great fan of yours, enjoyed the abstract connection through Kofi and Malcolm. Good luck w/ Hotflash.
Jim
NAME: Mick
LOCATION: Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/20/2001
Time: 4:58:24 AM
COMMENTS
My wife and i have been big fans for many years. A true master.Thank You
NAME: The Old Hippy
LOCATION: Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/22/2001
Time: 11:15:54 AM
COMMENTS
my compliments on an impressive body of work . as a fan i thank you . peace .
http://valdesept.websitegalaxy.com
NAME: Pete Lee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/22/2001
Time: 2:20:53 PM
COMMENTS
Fab new trio sks composers/lyricists for latter-day Bruce/Brown and Baker/Godfrey style collaborations leading to world domination. No saints, please.
NAME: John P Muhilly
LOCATION: San Francisco,Ca U.S.A.
ADDRESS: jpmuhilly @yahoo.com
Date: 2/23/2001
Time: 9:21:37 PM
COMMENTS
I saw Jack Bruce and "Cream" play at "Winterland" San Francisco,,February 1968..All I can say is; Fantastic!!!I'm trying to find out the name of the other song he did,,along with "Livin'without ja",,Which aired on "Saturday Night Live" around 1977 or 1978..Thanks,,,
NAME: robertjpagan
LOCATION: san diego, ca.usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/25/2001
Time: 6:12:45 PM
COMMENTS
dear jack ,I'm glad to hear that you and Cream(g.b. & e.c.)all in good health! Looking forward to your new album and upcoming tour (don't forget San Diego). I have most of all your material and store in a special library. God Bless You and your Family!!! Respected and Devoted Fan RJP
NAME: David Reo
LOCATION: Rhode Island
ADDRESS: David Reo
Date: 2/27/2001
Time: 11:38:57 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, Great Player. Can you check me out. I'm a pro player and I need work. www.mp3.com/davidreo
NAME: Jürgen Voth
LOCATION: Germany, Dresden
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/27/2001
Time: 1:22:42 PM
COMMENTS
Greetings to the best rock-bassist and composer. I hope there will soon be a tour to saxon.
Jürgen
NAME: Craig Brown
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 2/28/2001
Time: 9:19:45 PM
COMMENTS
You've been a bellweather for me since the Cream days and I thought I should right you out a letter of thanks.
NAME: Imaginary Eastern
LOCATION: japan
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/1/2001
Time: 5:17:32 PM
COMMENTS
Hello. I am so glad to find this page. I am a japanease fun of JACK BRUCE. Sorry that my english is poor. but I love JACK's music so much! This page is so nice!! Thank you for showing me this wonderful page!!
TO Lorin:Hello. "harmony row" and "out of storm" , both have been already released on CD. 'Cause I have both albums on CD....
NAME: Bruce Bradbury
LOCATION: Indianapolis, Indiana
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/2/2001
Time: 9:53:56 PM
COMMENTS
I started playing a EB3 bass back in the mid 60's. I still have it. Jack was my hero back then and almost 40 years later --- still is.
Thanks Jack
NAME: mitch
LOCATION: New Castle,Pa.
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/3/2001
Time: 8:46:59 AM
COMMENTS
West, Bruce and Laing, did they have sucess with record sells and how long did they tour?
NAME: Gene Riddell
LOCATION: Florida
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/3/2001
Time: 11:45:08 AM
COMMENTS
I'm knocked out to find this site. So much info' about so much music I've not heard in far too long and some I may not have heard at all. Ouch. Thank you Jack, for this site. I'll check back to find out more. I've looked for a Ginger Baker site. Is there such a thing? I owe much to Ginger too. If not for him I may never have touched a drum set. I can say tht I learned some of my best chops from him, and you, brother, have always run down the finest voodoo on a bass, aside from your voice being far too underrated in how viscerally you interpret blues. I always wanted to tell you that. Thanks for being one of the musicians who shaped me in my most impressionable years.
NAME: Pete Lee
LOCATION: New Pork
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/5/2001
Time: 11:44:16 AM
COMMENTS
Powerful, Adroit, Fab, New Rock/Blues/Jazz Tree-o sks composers/lyricists for rock/rhythm&blues/jazz-fission collaborations a la Bruce/Brown, Baker/Godfrey, Adam/Eve, Bread/Butter, etc. to develop original material.
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NAME: Ringo Starr
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/7/2001
Time: 5:49:54 AM
COMMENTS
NAME: FreeSoul
LOCATION: you want a name?
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/8/2001
Time: 1:48:19 AM
COMMENTS
cool page i had fun thanx man
NAME: freesoul
LOCATION: washington
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/8/2001
Time: 1:56:52 AM
COMMENTS
oh wow i didnt realize your jack bruce oh man your my best friend lol i aint yours but still man you hendrix ginger mitchell man all you guys oh wow dude i gotta talk to you....i am only 18 so i missed out you know like today...it hard to explain ...i see it being more beautiful then....what was cool was differant lol i woulda had friends lol...oh man
NAME: freesoul
LOCATION: yaya
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/8/2001
Time: 2:00:06 AM
COMMENTS
hey its me again i checked out you fan club i aint got no money....i am against money it blocks food and shelter now we need gold a rock and money blah blah but if i mow your lawns can i join dude if you ever in seattle we gotta jam
NAME: Timothy Leary
LOCATION: Space
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/8/2001
Time: 9:33:51 AM
COMMENTS
Yo, Free Soul: Your table's waiting.
NAME: Dan Abate
LOCATION: Safety Harbor, Florida
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/8/2001
Time: 9:26:19 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, I have been following your career since your days with Cream and your playing past and present continues to astound me. As a drummer I do get to play with you often, as I have a studio set-up and can play my acoustic drums to your CD's. Just played to "A QUESTION OF TIME" this evening, lots of fun. When are you coming to Florida? I hope Hotflash will find its way to Tampa? Hope to see you soon. Signed a loyal fan.
NAME: Bob
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/8/2001
Time: 11:58:06 PM
COMMENTS
I would like to know when Jack might be playing a gig in the New York area. Thanks!
NAME: IAN
LOCATION: SWANSEA
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/12/2001
Time: 7:03:38 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Just wanted to say that your music is timeless and always manages to send shivers down my spine! It's been a long time since 'Monkjack' which I loved as it underlined your compositional talent and piano playing - I'm just sorry I missed the UK gig. Any more where that came from? Best wishes Ian (a longtime fan!)
NAME: cream know it all
LOCATION: music heaven
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/13/2001
Time: 12:11:34 AM
COMMENTS
when i listen to live cream, i,m telling you brother you are just unbelieveable, playing bass and singing in sequence with eric and your bass. your powerfull brother. powerfull. who ever dosent feel the music like you do, is missing a beautiful thing in life. i feel it and its awesome.
NAME: Ashley Gentry
LOCATION: Charlottesville, Va.
ADDRESS: na
Date: 3/14/2001
Time: 10:54:35 PM
COMMENTS
Thanks for finally giving me a non-Clapton biased website. I am an inredible Cream fan, and your site is very good. Not many people here in Charlottesville dig Cream, and its nice to see websites that appreciate all of the band members equally. Keep up the good work.
NAME: M Whiteaker
LOCATION: St. Louis
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/15/2001
Time: 1:12:17 AM
COMMENTS
Check out the website luky7music.com for impressive "Wheels Of Fire", Cream tribute band!
NAME: paul smith
LOCATION: carson city, nevada
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/15/2001
Time: 3:30:45 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack, I'm so happy. I finally got my hands on a copy of Harmony Row. I've also gotten completely hooked on Out of the Storm. It sure is great. I've been playing guitar all my life but I've only been playing keyboards for a year. You're one of my main piano gurus. Playing your songs is a real ride in the fast lane. My current band rocks the local dance floors with Poitician and Brave Ulysses (where I sing and play lead guitar) but at home it's Victoria Sage and the Consul at Sunset. I saw you at the Bottom Line in New York in...'77 I think. That was some show, I'll never forget it. The next time you come this way I'll be there along with my large crowd of fanatics who also can't wait. If you're coming with Dennis Chambers, that's extra good. I saw him with John McLaughlin. He's spellbinding, one of the best I've ever seen anywhere. Keep up the good works and thanks again for all the inspiration and excellent tunes.
NAME: Steve Palmer
LOCATION: U.S.A
ADDRESS: www.eddiesguitars.com.
Date: 3/16/2001
Time: 3:46:19 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, I'm a BIG FAN of both CREAM and you!!!! If you ever have the time, please check out the tribute band I play in....
(www.luky7music.com.)
NAME: Marco Peretti
LOCATION: Italy
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/17/2001
Time: 12:13:31 PM
COMMENTS
I've always thought JB is the best rock bass player of all time. I'd really like to see him on stage with his new group. I'll be waiting for him to lay in Italy
NAME: Dick Stam
LOCATION: Geldermalsen.Holland
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/17/2001
Time: 1:48:14 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack My father died this week Today we brought him to his place for peace. The music for his funeral was Venice.Family Tree. Neil Young.Old Man. Jack Bruce.Ships in the night.
Ships in the night is one of my favorite songs you ever wrote. I dont wand to talk long about it but I wanna thank you for writing this song that gives the right feel. We left the aula when the guitarsolo started in. Your music on the end was full of emotion. Thanks for listening.
A true fan for 30 years.
Dick Stam.
NAME: pascal forgues
LOCATION: Ste-Julie,Quebec,Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/18/2001
Time: 9:16:13 AM
COMMENTS
Hi like everibody i would like to thank Jack for his music. I'm a big fan of Jack's music and that's why i'm asking where i can get these albums: HARMONY ROW, AUTOMATIC AND A QUESTION OF TIME. It seem imposible to find these albums, i'm hoping someone will help me to find these albums. Merci Jack, tu es vraiment une source inépuisable d'inspiration.
NAME: Jeff Russell
LOCATION: Los Angeles
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/18/2001
Time: 10:14:14 AM
COMMENTS
Hi. I host an internet radio program called ALTAR NATIVE. It would be great to receive a copy of your latest CD and PRESS KIT, to see about getting it into air play. ALTAR NATIVE can be found on www.adrenalineradio.com. It airs live on Tuesday’s from 3:00pm to 4:00pm PST. In addition, it is the only show on the station that can be heard on “demand” twenty-four hours a day. The mailing address is: Adrenaline Radio, P.O. Box 5832, Whittier, CA 90607-5832. You can reach me by phone (Los Angeles) at Adrenaline Radio, Tuesday’s, 9:00AM to 10:00AM at (562) 945-6469. Or you can try me at my home office, 10:00AM to 7:00PM (Mon-Fri), at (818) 846-8020. Thanks, and keep crankin’ them out. Jeff Russell, a.k.a., Singing Hoarse
NAME: Arne Lenser
LOCATION: Bremen /Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/18/2001
Time: 10:59:18 AM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack For a long time I had been looking after your record "Automatic" in Germany, but there is no chance to get it. Maybe there would be a possibility to buy it and you would let me know, where I would be so very please. Do you plane to have any Gigs in Germany? Would be fine. All my best wishes to you. Arne Lenser
NAME: jamescook
LOCATION: New Jersey/New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/18/2001
Time: 7:31:11 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is the good juice...............Thanks a million smiles for all the great music and hit the road Jack and jam
NAME: Leonhard
LOCATION: Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/20/2001
Time: 4:38:42 PM
COMMENTS
Hey guys
I am Leonhard,and i come from Hamburg i am a real fan of Jack Bruce, and i am searching for a song that he had sung .But i don't know the name of it,i only know few lines!
It was a live performance, and it started really slow with him singing" won with the love ...... won with the stars.....won with the fires...." these lines ended with an guitar solo. Maybe you know the title i would be very happy if you could help me out!!! greetings from Hamburg.
NAME: Jonny Johnsen
LOCATION: Norway
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/21/2001
Time: 4:09:33 AM
COMMENTS
I have always loved Jack Bruce and Jimi Hendrix. And i hope Jack gets his ass to Oslo Norway soon, we have been waiting to long.
NAME: Doug Anderson
LOCATION: Cunderdin, Western Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/21/2001
Time: 10:03:57 AM
COMMENTS
I have only just discovered this site. I recall with great joy playing in bands in Perth in the sixties, seventies and the members of Cream were most definitely my most significant influences. In addition, "Rope ladder to the moon" and "Weird of Hermiston" among many others numbers have left a mark.
My sons name is Jack.
NAME: Gary Patton
LOCATION: Denver, Colorado
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/21/2001
Time: 12:45:05 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, As a former & recently "born again" bass player, I just wanted to say "thanks" for all the great music and inspiration throughout the years. I'm very glad you continue to record and tour whenever possible, and I would love to see you come through Denver in the near future... Pax, Gary
NAME: Malcolm Benskin
LOCATION: Bellingham, Washington
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/21/2001
Time: 3:11:44 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, you're the greatest!!!
NAME: Mike LaRue
LOCATION: Vancouver WA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/23/2001
Time: 4:39:21 PM
COMMENTS
It was wonderful to find the website. Much luck in your endeavors and I'm waiting to hear the new stuff. I still listen to Songs for a Taylor and its almost worn out. Was that your car on the cover?
NAME: Mark Saunders
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/23/2001
Time: 8:39:24 PM
COMMENTS
I was priveledged to hear to attend one of Jacks concerts up in a litlle club in Lynn Mass a long while ago. Billy cobham was on drums. Mr. Goldberg was on Guitar. Jack on bass. My Man, I walked away from that experience spiritually changed. It was more than a band. Those guys could play. Work Together. Elevate the Art so high all you could do was dream....And you felt things. Powerful things.
To Jack and His friends... and all the things you do to make this old world turn just a little more gently for everyone....Take Care...
NAME: Paul Sobus
LOCATION: Morongo Valley,CA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/25/2001
Time: 12:02:16 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce the most aggressive bass player known to man!!!!!!!
NAME: Don Morehouse
LOCATION: Victoria, BC Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/25/2001
Time: 7:27:14 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, How about dropping by Canada on your next tour? Vancouver has some nice venues. Even the Royal Theatre in Victoria is good.
Don M.
NAME: Stephen Carter
LOCATION: Sydney, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/27/2001
Time: 12:53:42 AM
COMMENTS
Great site,
Jack I've enjoyed your playing and vocals for as many years as you've been creating that magnificent tapestry. I hope you make the long trip down this way soon. My own playing has been enriched by your great 'feel' and expression and it's good to have the opportunity to say THANK YOU. Keep up the great work; I look forward to hearing the new offerings.
Stephen Carter
NAME: Bernd Zwart
LOCATION: Puttershoek
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/27/2001
Time: 3:49:33 PM
COMMENTS
i like to see and hear THE CREAM with "White Room" and guitar by Eric Clapton. When in Holland and where?
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/28/2001
Time: 1:14:39 AM
COMMENTS
Hi, If you'd like to receive The Cuicoland Express, the free electronic newsletter on Jack Bruce, please write to
NAME: Peter Bissonette
LOCATION: P. O. Box 399 Bay City MI 48707-0399
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/29/2001
Time: 1:01:10 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, Just wanted to thank you for the great body of music over the years. Keep up the good work! Enjoyed seeing you with Ringo's All-Stars in St. Louis in 99. Hope to jam with you someday (I play drums). Your friend, Peter
NAME: Ashley
LOCATION: VA
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/29/2001
Time: 11:58:35 PM
COMMENTS
Great site. I love Jack Bruce, and this site's got it. Thanks for paying tribute to one of the greatest musicians,vocalists and writers of all time.
NAME: Allen Bomar
LOCATION: Bakersfield California
ADDRESS:
Date: 3/30/2001
Time: 12:36:06 AM
COMMENTS
I have your solo albums and the Robin Trower and West Bruce and Laing albums as well, when I here them I still hear Cream. could I have a list of all the albums you have made because I may not have some of them. I have all of the Cream albums and to this day I think that was the best rock band ever. I am hoping someday for a Cream reunion album, can you guys pull it off again. Anyway thanks for such great music I have enjoyed for years!
NAME: Dennis OSHEA
LOCATION: 626 Delaware avenue,Ridgewood,N.j. 07450
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/2/2001
Time: 8:04:28 PM
COMMENTS
I remember two great concerts. One was the concert at the BOTTOM LINE in New york City. Those concerts led to the friends cd. I also was at the CLUB BENE with GINGER BAKER. All music was great and was topped off with the promoter saying"JACK BRUCE AND GINGER BAKER Please!"
NAME: Alí Martínez
LOCATION: Caracas - Venezuela
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/6/2001
Time: 10:21:40 PM
COMMENTS
Jack: I like your website. I have many records with your music with Cream, BBM & 50th aniversary. I'd like to assits a concert in my country. I know a promotor to contact you which presented in Venezuela artits as Ian Anderson & Dave Palmer; Rick Wakeman and recently CAMEL
NAME: marino
LOCATION: varese - italy
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/8/2001
Time: 12:15:00 PM
COMMENTS
very happy and proud to be finally near you. you're really great
NAME: sleepy time
LOCATION: europe
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/9/2001
Time: 4:30:39 AM
COMMENTS
hot flash is cold now...
NAME: salvador galvez
LOCATION: santiago de chile
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/9/2001
Time: 10:54:19 PM
COMMENTS
i love your music since cream
NAME: David Carr
LOCATION: Canterbury, Kent, UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/10/2001
Time: 9:08:12 AM
COMMENTS
I started playing piano and organ at the age of 7, guitar at 10; becoming a bass player at age 12 - buying my first Gibson at age 13! I had to buy an EB0 (the SG shape) because my biggest influence was JB. At age 45 I still play bass - I now have an EB3L for fun (just because) and Jack is still No.1! I almost got to meet Jack in Brook Street at RSO when I was playing my demo tape at age 16... so Jack - if you're ever around Canterbury - give me a call!
NAME: Yutaka Takeda
LOCATION: Japan
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/10/2001
Time: 9:26:03 AM
COMMENTS
I love Jack. I wanna be Japanese Jack!
NAME: Lynne Serridge
LOCATION: Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/12/2001
Time: 3:07:45 PM
COMMENTS
GREAT WEBSITE!!! Had the great fortune to play in the opening band slot of a West,Bruce and Laing concert at Ford Auditorium in Detroit, MI 1971. We were an all girls band called CRADLE. Loved you then and love you now Jack!!!!
NAME: John Bass
LOCATION: Agoura Hills, CA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/12/2001
Time: 9:10:07 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack--I'm a REALLY BIG FAN of you and your great musical work/artistry (hey--ever since FRESH CREAM in 1967 "blew us away")...looking forward to seeing you "live" with your NEW BAND!! Kind regards--John Bass
NAME: Pete Lee
LOCATION: New Pork
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/13/2001
Time: 9:51:18 AM
COMMENTS
Jack - Can CANYON open for HOT LUNCH in NYC? Ask Derek- he's our biggest fan. Cordially, Pete
NAME: André
LOCATION: Switzerland
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/16/2001
Time: 9:37:26 AM
COMMENTS
hey jack, send me mail when you're coming up to switzerland!! great site. you are a legend!
NAME: Francesco
LOCATION: Italy
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/18/2001
Time: 12:43:42 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is a legend!But my dream is hear Cream again!!!In Italy, to Rome, why not!!! Excuse me for my bad English! Good bye
NAME: jaime arce
LOCATION: yonkers, new york
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/18/2001
Time: 3:09:55 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, you're the greatest
NAME: mario vitale
LOCATION: malibu,ca,U.S.A
ADDRESS: www.mario90265
Date: 4/19/2001
Time: 3:32:55 AM
COMMENTS
Jack,first of all you are one of the top 5 singers in rock history....so its a real thrill for me to playing you in a upcoming movie named good time charley...its about a roadie who worked for you in 1970...the story goes you gave him a 1968 s2 bently..etc my part is asmall one but for the sake of sounding real I need to know your speaking voice..hope you can help..and it would be great to meet you some day....may you have good luck in all your future projects..rock on....mario
NAME: Angela Frye
LOCATION: Nonesuch Records-NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/19/2001
Time: 12:00:21 PM
COMMENTS
Just a friendly "Hello"...I hope that all is well, and that you have a vague recollection of me. Happy to report that I'm doing great and that you have indirectly inspired my positive transformation. May your life be filled with joy!
NAME: Steve English
LOCATION: Seattle
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/19/2001
Time: 3:49:39 PM
COMMENTS
Greetings, Jack. Over 30 years ago my friends and I had a great time covering your Cream songs. I played bass and with my Gibson EB-0 tried my very best to impersonate your playing! Exploring the roots of Cream we ordered up a copy of The Sounds of '65, which in time became THE party record for us in the early 70's. We drank quite a few bottles of Barcardi rum while listening over and over to that album! I loved that version of Traintime.
That was many years ago. Hero's aren't what they used to be. But on occasion I still get together with Ed Young, our drummer from back then, and we run through the great old songs. He's become a bit of a guitar player over the years and he always asks that I play bass to his takes on Crossroads and Spoonful. It's still a lot of fun for us.
I hope the coming years are good to you. You might not have been the best influance for a young man back then but all the same you were a bass playing GOD for one Steve English.
Best wishes, Jack.
NAME: Dan Davis
LOCATION: washington
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/20/2001
Time: 12:17:38 AM
COMMENTS
hey mr bruce i dont know if you get along with ginger baker or nothing but i am a drummer and he is my idol it would mean alot if i could talk to him or write or anything before one of us dies not alot to ask for ya know
NAME: george schroeder
LOCATION: balto. md. u.s.a.
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/20/2001
Time: 6:29:45 AM
COMMENTS
hello!! what's up with "hotflash"?? was looking forward to a spring/summer tour,with my good friend mr. chambers??the new cd,sounds like it's going to be "megor"!!!can't wait for it's july release!very nice bass tone on blues track"send for me" on knights etc cd!all the best... regards george
NAME: john barron
LOCATION: lafayette,co
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/22/2001
Time: 8:10:25 PM
COMMENTS
thanks for the inspiration,i have decided to take up thebass at the ripe old age of42 iam so glad
NAME: Bob Pondt
LOCATION: Ventura County Ca.
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/23/2001
Time: 2:21:23 PM
COMMENTS
Love the music....first saw Jack at the Bottom Line in NYC....early eighties??.....Hofstra Univ.the day after Lennon was shot.....Palladium in Manhattan......Nassau Colis.warming up for the Allman Bros. Bnd........about ten shows in two years...GREAT STUFF.....wonder how to find out if he wil make any trips to the West Coast???
NAME: brian ralston
LOCATION: sydney, australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/24/2001
Time: 7:16:33 AM
COMMENTS
Have not been to the site for a while - guess I'm still disappointed that Jack didn't make it to the Ultimate Rock Symphony in Sydney; don't blame Jack but Jimmy Barnes was hardly a fitting replacement. I had an experience last Friday which brought me back to the site. I went to a music shop in Sydney and was served by an 18-22 year old shop assistant. I'd bought a midi interface, a mike, some software and was looking for a case for my SG (it had been twenty years naked and I felt it was time). The shop staff were pleasant but as a grey headed forty-eight year old man I wondered whether they thought I was a homeless person looking for shelter. A song started to play and a conversation took place between the shop staff, one of whom mentioned "Theme for an Imaginary Western" and referred to it as a "great song". I interjected "The greatest rock song ever written" (I did not think they would have ever heard "Victoria Sage"). That led to a 15 minute conversation between myself and the 18-22 year old shop assistant. He initially thought Felix Pappalardi had written "Theme..." but I disabused him and we then discussed his JB bootlegs, my "Cities of the Heart" and "Live at the Bottom Line" Cds and Jack's work generally. Who said there was such a thing as a generation gap. Best wishes to Jack with the new release. PS I'm doing "Sunshine...." and "White Room" in my gigs at the Mortdale Hotel in Sydney on the first Friday of each month - if I owe you and Pete some royalties let me know. I'd be glad to give you a cheque when you come over to OZ. PPS. G'day Lorro - sorry it's been so long since we've corresponded.
NAME: Ian Durey
LOCATION: West Wales
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/24/2001
Time: 5:32:01 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! Do you really read this? I guess my message is typical of many. Thanks ever so much for the music, not forgetting Pete Brown's lyrics. Especially in the '70's, albums like Harmony Row, Songs for a Tailor and Out of the Storm were great sources of comfort/inspiration. I'm a Geordie, and I saw you at Newcastle City Hall, first with West, Bruce and Laing, and later when you had Mick Taylor and Carla Bley in your band. It's a shame no studio output came from that lineup. I spent the 80's and half the 90's living in a Hare Krishna Temple, but I've still got the old albums. You can't give everything up! Anyway, once again, thanks for doing what you have done and best wishes for the future.
NAME: Chris Scofield
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/25/2001
Time: 9:46:13 AM
COMMENTS
When is "HOTFLASH" geting off the ground please?
NAME: enrico guglielmotti
LOCATION: italy
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/26/2001
Time: 4:31:46 PM
COMMENTS
Yuo are "the bass"!!! Thank for pleasure... Enrico "rastre" Guglielmotti
NAME: TOMAS CARLSSON
LOCATION: JÖNKÖPING,SWEDEN
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/27/2001
Time: 9:27:49 AM
COMMENTS
HELLO JACK I LOOK FORWAD TO SEE YOU TOURING IN SWEDEN. IS THAT POSSIBLE BEFORE I LEAVE THIS WORLD.
NAME: Stanly Paul
LOCATION: Evansville IN USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/29/2001
Time: 5:55:14 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, thanks for over 30 years of great music, and for turning me on to jazz when i was just a grade-schooler. gimmee 30 more, man.you are my fav rock singer, player, and composer.
peace
NAME: TOMAS CARLSSON
LOCATION: JÖNKÖPING,SWEDEN
ADDRESS:
Date: 4/30/2001
Time: 4:47:59 AM
COMMENTS
JÖNKÖPING/SWEDEN 010430 HELLO JACK. WHEN ARE YOU GOING FOR A TOUR TO SWEDEN ? OF COURSE YOU REMEMBER WHEN YOU WAS IN JÖNKÖPING LATEST. (33 YEARS AGO 1967 WITH ERIC AND GINGER) SO ITS TIME NOW !!! I HAVE HEARD THAT YOU HAVE A FRIEND IN SKOEVDE, ITS ONLY 120 KM FROM HERE. I HAVE PROMISED MYSELF TO SEE YOU LIVE ONCE MORE IN MY LIFE. (BORN 1951) SO I HAVE SOME YEARS MORE TO GO I HOPE. IF YOU NOT COMING HERE I HAVE TO GO SOMEWHERE ELSE. PERHAPS LONDON ( IS MARQUEE CLUB STILL EXIST ??)
WHY ALL THIS. BECAUSE THERE IS NO BETTER SINGER THAN YOU(FUSS) I LOOK FORWRAD TO HEAR YOUR NEW CD AND ALSO THE NEW ONE WITH DICK HECKSTALL.
BYE BYE
TOMAS JÖNKÖPING
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/1/2001
Time: 5:14:21 AM
COMMENTS
As all Jackettes would know, May 14 is Jack's Birthday. So what better way could we celebrate this monumental occasion than for all Jackettes of the world to point a glass towards Glasgow (JB's birthplace) and toast the Great One at 8pm (Glasgow time) on May 14? If you're not sure about the time zones, just search World Time Zone and be a part of this annual event. Hopefully JACK will be toasting back to us. Cheers - Marc.
NAME: Brad L
LOCATION: Orange County, Calif.
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/2/2001
Time: 10:44:25 AM
COMMENTS
Jack
kinda cool to write to Jack "NSU" Bruce. Jack and Andy now hmmmmm. The styles mix very well in my head and I haven't even heard you guys yet Oops/I will. On to my question. I was obsessed with Cream> The work was so ahead of its time and has stood the test of time so damn well. But I'M HUNGRY Jack. I know there was a lot of friction in the band and maybe it was just a place in time but if possible how bout 1 more studio album before we all leave this earth-Screw the touring_If not many thanx for the hundreds of hours of sit up /pay attention musicianship over the years You even had me playin for 15 years or so but I decided probably best if I kept my day job. so....whadya think maybe??? "we can work it out " righht??? Give my best to Ginger his finish on sleepy time time LC1 so clean so strong so hot!
Best Regards
Brad
NAME: Mandy
LOCATION: Ruislip UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/2/2001
Time: 2:37:24 PM
COMMENTS
Hi ya Jackyboy, love to see you are still going strong. Looking forward to hear the new album. Have your music introduced to all my friends. Hope you are well and all that soppy stuff, would like to know how you all are up in your little house. dunno if you ever read this stuff, but maybe get one of the kids to write me, would love to hear from you all. Bye sweets. Mandy xxx
NAME: Edward Van Halen
LOCATION: Los Angeles, California
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/2/2001
Time: 7:56:44 PM
COMMENTS
Jack is the greatest bassist in the world.
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS: friendsofjbruce
Date: 5/2/2001
Time: 8:08:08 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Eddie Van Halen, Dennis Lawrenson and I do a free electronic newsletter dedicated to JACK. How about writing a few lines for The Cuicoland Express? We'd all love to hear your comments. Regards - Marc.
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/3/2001
Time: 8:44:13 PM
COMMENTS
Eddie, if you're interested in writing a bit for The Cuicoland Express, the address is
NAME: John Henry
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/4/2001
Time: 9:21:32 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,
Great web site, look forward to seeing you soon.
Regards,
John Henry
NAME: iñaki soria
LOCATION: san sebastian (Spain)
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/6/2001
Time: 8:46:19 AM
COMMENTS
Vi a Jack Bruce Band en 1975 en el Velodromo de San _Sebastián. Bajo el reclamo de Mick Tylor fuy a verlos. Me pareción un gran concierto. Desde entonces he seguido la carrera de Jack. Estuvo en Sevilla con un grupo de altas estrellas de la guitarra. Concervo con agrado un concierto dado en TV Germany de Jack y Rory Gallagher (1990). excelente
NAME: Erik the king
LOCATION: Sweden
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/11/2001
Time: 1:28:59 AM
COMMENTS
Hej Jag har inte en aning om vem du är, men jag skulle vilja höra när du spelar
NAME: Marc and Lorraine Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS: friendsofjbruce@hotmail
Date: 5/11/2001
Time: 1:30:32 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack and Happy Birthday for May 14. We are leaving for Sydney for a month, but will be toasting your Birthday from there. Happy Birthday to Margrit for May 23. Hope you both have great days. Regards - Marc & Lorraine.
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: Wallabi Point ,Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/11/2001
Time: 5:21:16 AM
COMMENTS
Happy Birthay for the 14th Jack ! I'm sure you and your family will have a wonderful day .7:10 am on the 14th on radio station 2re (1557AM)there will be a happy birthday message for you and also my wife (of 20 years)Judy ,who will also be celebrating her birthday . Currently developing a web page for back issues of the electronic newsletter, Quicoland Express (
NAME: Dave Oswald
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/11/2001
Time: 6:50:27 AM
COMMENTS
Happy birthday for the 14th Jack. Lang may yer lum reek!
NAME: Rob Scott
LOCATION: Devon
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/11/2001
Time: 7:38:15 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, i hope you read this.......do you remember back to 80/81/82 and you were on your way down to record with Keith Emerson and you got a flat tyre somewhere in London and pulled into a Tyre and Exhaust place to get it fixed. And the Manager in there was amazed and honoured to meet you. You spoke to him for a while. You had a Jaguar........XK8? at the time and had your bass and amp in the boot. Well since i became a fan of yours 6 months back my Dad told me about this. You see the manager was my Dad. The first time i ever heard Cream was 6 months back. And Dad put on a record called Wheels of Fire. And simply said "lets listen to some REAL music" and then on came Crossroads (at a very loud volume) and i was blown away. Since then i've got every Cream record i can get my hands on. I am a huge fan and i'd be honured if you could e-mail me back. I play bass and i'm often unable to work out your bass lines. I'd really like some tips on playing like yourself. I've read the books, listened to the albums, played the songs, watched the videos....and DVDs and done everything i can except speak to the great man himself. A living legend. Jack your the best, none of these young flash-cats nowadays can match your power and authority and allround brilliance of bass playing. But not just your bass playing, but your songwriting and harmonica playing too. Traintime on Wheels of Fire is amazing. However your singin is the talent that amazes me most along with your bass playing.
Thanks.
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: Big Apple
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/11/2001
Time: 10:25:26 AM
COMMENTS
Jack:
Happy Birthday, and many, many more.
You know, with Hot Pants seemingly on hold, it would be a good time to pull G & E together on the basis that this is a "new" group, not beholden to the past. Do whatever you'd like - old, new, borrowed, stolen - people will come.
It need not be perfect - not like getting married (right!)
Your birthday - a time to think/do something about it.
So go where your mind will keep, even if you can't swim back again.
With deepest respect (and apologies for the presumptiveness),
PLee CANYON
NAME: John Boyd
LOCATION: New Orleans
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/12/2001
Time: 2:28:48 AM
COMMENTS
I've been a fan of Jack's since the Fillmore days in 67
NAME: Steve Stoddard
LOCATION: Honolulu, Hi.
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/12/2001
Time: 3:48:40 AM
COMMENTS
Cool web-site, I noticed someone else had asked when "Harmony Row" and "Out Of The Storm" would be released on CD. What about "Things We Like" and "Songs For A Tailor"? http://www.angelfire.com/hi2/sblack
NAME: erwin
LOCATION: indonesia
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/12/2001
Time: 11:17:39 AM
COMMENTS
hai mr bruce ,my name is ervin you are exicting bass player that i know need information about you ,please send email to me
NAME: kosta matevski
LOCATION: sao paolo/brazil
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/12/2001
Time: 2:04:04 PM
COMMENTS
hello Jack.I just dropped by to wish you a happy birthday and to share my excitement about your new record with other fans.I hope all is well for you and your family.I wish i could see you perform again.I will be in Europe in july and i would really appreciate it if you could email me regarding eventual gigs(germany,hungary...wherever..)
NAME: April
LOCATION: Oregon, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/14/2001
Time: 7:03:25 AM
COMMENTS
Have a wonderful birthday Jack- Your music has brought immeasurable joy into my life.
NAME: Dave Boyce
LOCATION: Liverpool
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/14/2001
Time: 7:48:21 AM
COMMENTS
I used to be the drummer in 60s Liverpool R&B band The Roadrunners we now have a web site: liverpool-roadrunners.org.uk and are looking for details and contact for Bob Adcock whose first roadie job was with us. Can you help? Thanks.
NAME: John Richardson
LOCATION: Baltimore, Maryland
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/14/2001
Time: 1:28:13 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack,
Wishing you all of lifes blessings on your birthday. Have been a devotee to your incredible talent and great music since 1967. Look forward to the new album and especially to hearing and seeing Hotflash. Please make sure the tour comes to Baltimore/D.C.
Once again,Happy Birthday and wishing you peace, prosperity, and long life.
love, John
NAME: Gonzo
LOCATION: Hilo,Hawaii
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/15/2001
Time: 8:31:12 AM
COMMENTS
Hey there fellow music lover-
I have just released a solo bass album, and thought you might like to check out my site:
http://www.geocities.com/GonzoBass
There you will find a few samples to listen to, and some info about myself. Please feel free to drop me a line and let me know what you think.
Thanks for your time- Gonzo
NAME: Michael K Kurdilla
LOCATION: Bethlehem PA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/15/2001
Time: 4:48:53 PM
COMMENTS
I just aquired the album Automatic. It is very different from most of his other work. I now own most of Jack's music. Jack did a fine video titled Jack Bruce-The Cream of Cream.Gary Moore and Gary Husband are on the video.
NAME: Trashman
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/15/2001
Time: 5:14:59 PM
COMMENTS
Yo, Gonzo - does this look like a garbage dump to you? Sell your crud elsewhere.
NAME: george schroeder
LOCATION: balto. md. usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/15/2001
Time: 10:18:26 PM
COMMENTS
belated birthday greetings!"you're 21 again" as you stated on the japanese cd!!as you say in "bird alone".."keep it hot and squealing"!! regards george
NAME: Nancy Pedersen
LOCATION: Whitmore Lake, Michigan USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/16/2001
Time: 2:25:20 PM
COMMENTS
Jack -
Thanks for all the years of music and inspiration. You've been a very important part of my life and I'm delighted to be able to thank you for it.
With love - Nancy
NAME: stu forster
LOCATION: newcastle upon tyne
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/18/2001
Time: 8:11:59 AM
COMMENTS
hey jack!
any chance you could let me have one of your 'spare' basses (anything with a p-j setup and 1 1/4" nut will do) mines shagged out and i can't afford a new one.
look forward to hearing from you
stu
p.s. love your stuff.
NAME: Robert Clayton
LOCATION: Bordentown, NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/18/2001
Time: 6:02:34 PM
COMMENTS
Just wanted to say "Happy Birthday" Jack.(I know I'm a couple days late). After all these years, you are still them most talented and underated musician in modern music. Thanks for all the great musical gifts you've given through the years and please do tour the States to support the new album. It's been way too long. Bob in New Jersey, USA
NAME: bob
LOCATION: n.y.c
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/20/2001
Time: 6:56:55 PM
COMMENTS
Ok...something is really wrong here.Pete Lee Rosenberg finally showed us what he really wanted after years of torment,Gonzo is now trying to sell his stuff,some looney wants Jack`s bass and other people keep "telling" Jack what his next career move should be.Come on guys!!???
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/21/2001
Time: 11:32:06 AM
COMMENTS
Bob: If supplication be your salvation, then knock yourself out. Cheers, PLee
NAME: adam huss
LOCATION: valley city nd
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/21/2001
Time: 12:10:26 PM
COMMENTS
my dad got me started on Cream and I have loved your records ever sience thanks for the great music!
NAME: steve knapp
LOCATION: california, usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/21/2001
Time: 10:01:38 PM
COMMENTS
Looking forward to the upcoming album and tour. Any chance of more live Cream releases? There must be stuff in a vault somewhere. The Grateful Dead archives sell pretty well and the Led Zeppelin BBC sessions were a hit.
NAME: Phil Watson
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/22/2001
Time: 1:46:35 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, What's the go with Hotflash? I have just booked tickets to see the Andy Summers Trio at the Basement in Sydney on June 25 and 26. Are you guys still getting a band together or has it blown apart before take-off? I hope all is just on a holding pattern and you will be playing live real soon. Regards, Phil.
NAME: Jon B Wilder
LOCATION: Atlanta, GA
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/22/2001
Time: 3:33:05 AM
COMMENTS
05 22 01, 3:18am ("Four until late!")
Mr. Jack Bruce,
You have GOT to help me! 20 years ago my roommate used to play a solo album of yours over and over again (as your voice was (is) so hypnotic...Anyway, this vocal you did was a song about going to a party, and the fadeout was you singing, sadly, lonely, *WAILING* "I'm going to a party....".....I have told my kid brother about this song (Paul is a MONSTER fan of Cream. as am I) but he doesn't know the name of it either (the album this song is on).....This is one of the most haunting, GREATEST vocals you have ever laid down, and it has been in my head for 20 years.....JB!! JB fans!! Please email the name of this friggin' song and the album it's on, ASAP!! (to:
And thank you, thank you, THANK YOU for "Deserted Cities of the Heart".....Your V O C A L on that is how Byron wrote poetry; how Mozart composed notes; how Chagall daubed pastels, in a word, sublime....Remember al you Brucies: I need the NAME OF THE SONG WHERE JACK PLAINTIVELY SINGS ABOUT GOING TO A PARTY.......Post-Cream solo album.....All the best.......P.S. Eric's "Sunshine..." was good last night, Jack's in '93 was KILLER............Mir vsem, JBW
NAME: PLee
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/22/2001
Time: 9:35:00 AM
COMMENTS
Jon: Look for that "river" in "Weird of Hermiston" (Songs For A Tailor), and (don't) have another drink. Cheers, PLee
NAME: adrian childs-clarke
LOCATION: uk
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/22/2001
Time: 2:42:44 PM
COMMENTS
Great to find this. I wish I had seen it sooner. Isnt it abot time we had a Jack Bruce concert in England?
NAME: stu
LOCATION: newcastle upon tyne... uk
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/24/2001
Time: 2:41:04 PM
COMMENTS
jack...
any chance of having one of your basses? anything will do... but prefer p-j setup, 4 strings, no frets and a small nut.
mines completely shagged out and i can't afford a new one...!
cheers mate
stu
NAME: raymond ufo
LOCATION: LA.,ca
ADDRESS:
Date: 5/31/2001
Time: 4:19:01 PM
COMMENTS
thanks for all the great music over the years!you made me want to be a better bass player.BIBLICAL PROOF OF UFOS would like to thank you jack......for N.S.U. as well as all of your music.may your new release sell many units! good day
NAME: lance kalafut
LOCATION: usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/1/2001
Time: 5:50:35 AM
COMMENTS
hey jack been listening to cream still since the 70's. never get tired of listening to it.
NAME: mimi
LOCATION: usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/1/2001
Time: 4:17:14 PM
COMMENTS
This is a great site, but I wish something would happen here. I keep checking in and it's usually the same old stuff. Also, wish JB would tour US. Doesn't he know he has fans who want to see more of him?
NAME: Tim OShea
LOCATION: Basking Ridge NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/3/2001
Time: 11:02:40 AM
COMMENTS
Two Questions:
1) Is Jack going to tour the US any time soon?
2) Dennis O'Shea - is your father's name Charles?
NAME: Roger Cleven
LOCATION: Snoqualmie, WA
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/3/2001
Time: 9:02:24 PM
COMMENTS
I've enjoyed your music for years. It was great seeing and hearing you play in the All Starr Band with Ringo Starr and Peter Frampton. Great concert!!!
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: Fun City
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/5/2001
Time: 9:53:30 AM
COMMENTS
Jack: Good luck at Jazz Cafe - 2/3's of CANYON is so stoked that they're planning to be there (Herb V. & Lenny V.), which means no rehearsal that week. Ok w/me, so long as a fall U.S. tour happens when SHADOWS comes out. Regards, PLee
NAME: Steve Ostreicher
LOCATION: San Francisco
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/5/2001
Time: 4:13:03 PM
COMMENTS
I am embarrased to say that I lost complete contact with Jack Bruce and somehow got the idea (I can't remember where) that he died 10 years ago! I was following up on that after listoning to my Disraeli Gears album for the first time in 5 years and found your website. Needless to say I am happy to find out he is still alive and making music. It is hard to believe that one of the best bass players and singers in rock history is not more well-recognized! Looking forward to checking out the new album.
Steve
NAME: Mike Olive
LOCATION: Lincoln, NE
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/5/2001
Time: 6:31:30 PM
COMMENTS
I learned to play bass back in 1966 by listening to and copying Jack's improvisational style. Went on to college as a professional musician playing jazz-fusion and put the bass down in 1980. I recently bought a new bass in order to get back into it...relaxation only and the first thing I did was to purchase CD's of Cream:Goodbye, Live vol 1 & 2, and Songs for a Tailor. My old plastic versions were worn out. I still think he's the best rock bassist that ever played.
NAME: Steve Barr
LOCATION: Santa Rosa, CA, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/6/2001
Time: 5:14:43 PM
COMMENTS
Hey Jack,
I just received an advance copy of Shadows In The Air from your PR Firm. I've got it in for the first time as I write this. Now only on track #3 "Heart Quake" as I'm writing this message and I'm already in love with this CD!! Bravo Jack! I'll be in touch through Chipster and will clear a cover spot in Bass Frontiers Magazine!! Well done old friend well done!
Steve "Dude" Barr Associate Editor Bass Frontiers Magazine www.bassfrontiers.com
NAME: michael lawrence
LOCATION: N.Y.C,
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/6/2001
Time: 8:03:59 PM
COMMENTS
hi jack,
i just wanted to tell you that i know clapton has a career today because of you, because without your writing & invention(& ginger's playing), he would have just been another blues guitarist. as a guitarist myself, clapton was an idol for me, and certainly a great player for the time(he's never played with the same fire & gusto since, & i wish he'd get over it, he's sucked since!), after the beatles mate, you're my biggest influence as a writer(as you said, running through our hands, do i know or what! i was listening.), followed by stevie wonder. you might know of me. i was in a band called "world at a glance" on island records 10 years ago with dougie bowne. in fact, we recorded the most amazing cover ever of i feel free for our album, down at compass point in the bahamas. chris lord-alge still has the rough mixes of it. it was killin'. unfortunately, there was a producer down there at the time who heard it & flipped out, & then proceeded to tell the guy who was producing belinda carlisles album about it, who then went & had her do the worst cover ever of it(and released it before us!), and it did absolutely no justice to the tune at all. a missed opportunity to introduce one of the great rock songs to a new generation. ah well! anyway, when dougie left the band, he left with a chip on his shoulder(we were very close. i'm sure you know how that one goes, mate!). i had taken him at his word when he said our friendship would be the better for it(he was like a brother to me), and found out later he was pissed because i didn't try to convince him to stay. you can't win! as a result, when you were auditioning guitar players at the china club about 10-11 years ago, he purposely didn't tell me about it or obviously mention it to you, and i wound up hearing about it afterwards from my ex-wife who happened to be there that night, along with every other guitar player in town, including mack bowne, dougie's brother! and do you know why? because he knew you'd want me to play for you! if you only knew the nights dougie & i sat up, when i was putting him up at my house, and talked about me & him playing in a band with you. and it's because we're both writers, my guitar-playing has always been an extension of my writing style, & vice versa. you would have loved writing with me as much as dougie did, and my guitar playing would have bit back at you! i almost cried when i went to see you at the ritz, i think it was with ginger, for that tour , and heard you guys playing with that blues sarahoochie, whatever, guy! his sound had no feel or dynamic, and he just ran the same ideas over & over again, as fast as he could play them. what a waste! anyway, i've held all that in for years! you have my email address. i know you're excited about doing this thing with andy summers, as well you should be. you deserve to be happy. and he's great, a major influence to many. and as far as the cream thing, i've always felt you got screwed. you wre cream, and i know it. ah, by the way, i almost forgot 2 things! 1: john scher used to be my manager, as well, along with rob kos(rob may have been after you're time) 2: in 1977, my friend, percy jones, had me come over to his and joyce's house, to make dinner for a mr.simon phillips, and afterwards, we went to see you at the bottom line! oddly enough, among the many things i've done, i've played with funny bands that were a huge influence to me at the time, i.e., gong(with daevid allen,bill laswell,chris cutler,fred frith,blah,blah,woof,woof!) and national health(with alan gowen,pip pyle, john greaves,phil miller & peter blegvad). so i've been far outside the box, just like you, mate. and i've just returned from living in sydney for the past 8 years, & yes, was disappointed that you didn't come! but anyway, jack, keep my email address, write me if you'd like my tel.# here in n.y., & keep it for a rainy day. you might need it, you never know. you know how this "biz" goes, don't you?
g'day, ml
NAME: RD
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/7/2001
Time: 10:41:29 AM
COMMENTS
Friend of mine recently bought a new turntable still in box and never used. Got me 'Harmony Row' LP and taped it - then copied to hard drive and burned on CD - It great to hear one of Jack's best albums ever - great songs and to hear them again after so many years is a joy.
NAME: Nick S
LOCATION: California
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/8/2001
Time: 2:04:16 PM
COMMENTS
Mr. Bruce, do you know how I could install that diode into my EB-3 and all that stuff, so I dont have to use a Marhshal cranked up loud? Do you have any sugestions for a good bass amp? Not concert size, but not bedroom size. Thanks- You have made some great music! I'm getting other guys in HS to listen to Cream. Much better than punk and metal junk!
NAME: helene greth
LOCATION: philadelphia,pennsylvania
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/9/2001
Time: 9:40:44 AM
COMMENTS
hello there, next time you are at the taj in new jersey, please don't talk to a silly lady. and make sure that you finish your salmon sashimi, I sat next to the heavy set man who would not stop looking at you. the lady you were talking to did not like fish, I heard her say that and I spoke out oh I love fish-sushi!
NAME: Scott Mathai
LOCATION: Baltimore, MD
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/11/2001
Time: 3:17:32 PM
COMMENTS
Hello, It must have been 1969 or 1970 when I was first introduced to the music of Cream. My brother played the LP's over and over. He was an inspiring guitar player who wanted to be like Eric. At the age of 8, I was more focused on the power of groove. I was enchanted by the live performances and how each member would bring out the musical best in each other. It was than that I became interested in bass. I am now 38 years old and have been playing since then. I do believe that I owe it to you Jack why I still play bass after all these years. Thank you for your music, past -present and future. Take Care, Scottie
NAME: waiting on a word
LOCATION: here and now
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/12/2001
Time: 5:36:04 AM
COMMENTS
two photos of Jack on www.popsweatshop.com (see photo gallery) Hey Jack what about the photos you have wrote about in your diary entry on may 2000? And what about Hot Flash ? I met Andy when he played near my home and he was not optimist at all (april 2001)
NAME: Galina Andreeva
LOCATION: Moscow, Russia
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/13/2001
Time: 8:43:59 PM
COMMENTS
Well, I've never seen Jack Bruce eye-to-eye, although he was once in Moscow... I regret it! I liked him. My friends and I loved Cream and him very much. We wish we could come up to him and tell about all our love and respect... Jack! Don't be hurt, we really love you.
NAME: simon ponjee
LOCATION: london
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/14/2001
Time: 7:05:14 PM
COMMENTS
Hi all , can't wait 2 see Jack at the Jazz Cafe' next week , Christmas has come early!!!
NAME: Karl-Heinz Bendix
LOCATION: D-71696 Moeglingen
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/14/2001
Time: 7:11:28 PM
COMMENTS
I´m so glad.... that I finally found the Jack Bruce Homepage!
I wonder if Jack still owns
- the Ferrari 365 GTB (on the cover of "Things we like") - the Gibson EB-3L (with slotted headstock, correct?)
and I wonder if he tours Germany soon? I´d love to see him live on stage again and I would appreciate if he wouldn´t play the fretless bass in his impeccable manner like noone else (maybe Carla Bley´s bassist Steve Swallow is a bassist of the same size!)only, I would love to listen to his piano work as well since I´m still enormously impressed by "Monkjack". I better do not write about my appreciation of Jack´s voice, else I couldn´t finish this comment today.....
All the best to the whole Bruce family from a fan in Germany! Regards Karl H.
NAME: Mick Rutherford
LOCATION: Derbyshire,England
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/15/2001
Time: 10:00:35 AM
COMMENTS
In August last year (2000)I formed a CREAM tribute band called 'a spoonful of CREAM'. We have played live on a number of occasions and am pleased to tell you that there is still a great interest in Cream's music. Not only from those who would have seen the band first hand, but also from young students who are well into Cream's music. What I am asking for is a direct EMail address for Jack so I may have a chat to him. We first met when I was in a support band to Cream in early '67 on the Ricky Tick circuit. I also had the pleasure of supporting Jimmy Hendrix Experience at around the same time. So, as you can see, there is a little bit in common. Thank you for your time. Cheers. Peace. Mick Rutherford.
My EMail address is
NAME: KIM PERRY
LOCATION: LOMPOC, CA.
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/17/2001
Time: 4:39:11 PM
COMMENTS
VERY NICE WEBSITE AND COOL LINKS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/18/2001
Time: 11:19:38 AM
COMMENTS
Best wishes on your gig tonight at Jazz Cafe in London with your new band. The world needs you.
NAME: Jimm Hickey
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/18/2001
Time: 10:59:20 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I just dropped by to say hello. I've got a whole bunch of mp3 audio clips at my site if you'd like to drop by and hear some sounds. Click here->http://www.jimhickey.com All the best, Jimm
NAME: Dave Oswald
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/2001
Time: 4:32:59 AM
COMMENTS
Wow. Was at the Jazz Cafe last night and it was terrific. Jack looked fighting fit and happy. His voice was in fine fettle saving a bit back for a stupendous rendition of White Room to close the set. I have seen a few live versions of White Room over the years (never saw Cream) but this was the best. A great night, but just lets wait for the critiques to slag him off as a dinosaur again.
NAME: roberto
LOCATION: roma italy
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/2001
Time: 6:06:56 AM
COMMENTS
17 06 2001: A.S. ROMA : Winner of Football Championship!!! And JACK BRUCE is our Trainer!!!
NAME: gianni gherardi
LOCATION: Bologna, Italy
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/2001
Time: 1:16:07 PM
COMMENTS
I'm sure that Shadows in the air Will be a gret record. God bless you! Take care.
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, Yorkshire
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/2001
Time: 1:51:27 PM
COMMENTS
I was there at the JB gig at Camden Jazz Cafe last night. Brilliant!! The sight of a band with 4 percussionists had me wondering if I was going to enjoy it, but by the second number I was convinced that this was a very exciting band indeed! Apart from blues and jazz based numbers driven by these wonderful Latin/African rhythms, there were some splendid romantic sounding things, a bit like his Moncjack album but with the addition of the band. Until the album comes out I don't know what the various numbers were called, apart from one which was my favourite of the night called Dark Heart I think. Quite honestly I thought the inclusion of White Room was, although predictable, a bit of a disappointment - I wanted to hear more of the new stuff and am glad to hear there is another couple of album's worth in the pipeline. All in all, an excellent gig and I felt quite privileged to be there amongst a lot of music press, recording types and a few celebs like Dick H.Smith and Clem Clempson (I think - though my eyes are failing these days), definately Robert Wyatt and I managed to shake the hand and thank the one and only Pete Brown for his splendid lyrics over the years.
Looking at Jack's web site "Guestbook", about 95% of the "chat" is about Cream - people should get out and buy this album, and if they're lucky, see the band. Jack's music is about NOW not the late '60s. I've always felt that his "fans" do not give the acclaim due for all his work since, which quite frankly, is better (not to belittle Cream's importance at the time).
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz.
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/2001
Time: 11:00:04 PM
COMMENTS
If anyone would like to receive the free electronic newsletter, The Cuicoland Express, dedicated to the Great Jack Bruce, please send an email to
NAME: Marc and Lorranie Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/19/2001
Time: 11:05:26 PM
COMMENTS
Can't wait to see an update of Jack's Diary. He must be thrilled with the positive responses to his latest performance. - M&L.
NAME: fabio
LOCATION: florence
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/20/2001
Time: 6:36:04 AM
COMMENTS
Just yesterday in my car I was playing "I'm so glad" live...absolutely astonishing bass lines...great tone & great feeling, this was J.B. See ya
NAME: Jan Vervoorn
LOCATION: Nieuwkoop - the Netherlands
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/20/2001
Time: 2:41:19 PM
COMMENTS
I remeber a concert long ago on the "Pinkpop" festival. Who can send me some information about the BBC sessions?
NAME: Misspriss
LOCATION: Houston
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/21/2001
Time: 8:29:29 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack,
As a Baby, Baby Boomer, I grew up hearing your voice. As an adult, My boyfriend showed me who it was doing the wonderful singing. He is a bass player and we have YOU to thank for that. HE is WONDERFUL. I know it was You who helped him decide to branch out in this area. Myself, I was given a copy of Ringo's Allstar Concert and got to see you do the songs that I grew up with. For this I can Thank My Honey, David Bolin. I do believe he is your biggest fan. And I have been for a very long time. I just had to be shown THE LIGHT. Keep it going Sweety, You ARE SO CUTE..... And I know if I brought you home out of the cold and wet, You would have a GREAT PLACE TO LIVE for the rest of time. Only Dave and I would fight as to who got to play with you all of the time. You are so good, keep doing it, PLEASE. We Love You In Texas MISSPRISS-IN HOUSTON
NAME: howard
LOCATION: LA, CA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/23/2001
Time: 9:34:42 PM
COMMENTS
what is there left to say about Jack? He is arguably the greatest electric bassist EVER..........PERIOD!! (not to mention overall musician) I look forward to the new album "shadows in the air" I need to know when Jack is expected to visit LA? Can someone let us "BRUCE-ITES" know? Jack......can't wait to see ya!! HK
NAME: Dale Haviland
LOCATION: Phoenix Az
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/23/2001
Time: 9:57:35 PM
COMMENTS
37 years on bass here, Infl: BRUCE, McCartney, DUCK DUNN. Would love to find JB someday and get an autographed 8X10 for blues wall in home!! What he did on Crossroads (67 Filmore west) ROCKED THE WORLD, and changed BASS as I know it!
NAME: Bengt Lander
LOCATION: Malmoe, Sweden
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/24/2001
Time: 2:53:37 PM
COMMENTS
Some names has followed me since the 60´s. Marianne Faithfull, Eric Clapton, Mick Jagger, Ginger Baker, John Mayall and of course Jack Buce! I think (?) I have all the records they are involded with. Always then I read an american or english paper I search for these artists. And with a smile and something in my heart I still see some stuff about them. They are my "friends" and give me so much happiness in a not so happy world. So Jack, keep on making records for the rest of your life!
bengt@home
NAME: Peter King
LOCATION: England
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/25/2001
Time: 3:16:47 PM
COMMENTS
A legend - many thanks for all the good times.
NAME: David C Snell
LOCATION: Shepperton England
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/26/2001
Time: 6:28:02 PM
COMMENTS
Always loved Jack's work but when is Harmony Row going to be available on CD PLEASE!!!!
NAME: Ron Love
LOCATION: Michigan
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/26/2001
Time: 9:31:47 PM
COMMENTS
Greetings Mr. Bruce, still get a thrill when I hear the opening chords and bass line of Sunshine Of Your Love, thanks for Cream which led me on down the road to the blues(Sitting On Top Of The World, Spoonful, etc), would love for you and Mr. Trower to get "Into Money" & "Take Good Care Of Yourselves" and go out on the BLT tour that never happened (Mr. Bill's idea). We just might find that "Little Boy Lost". Pleeeeeease! Thanks for your music, Jack.
NAME: Laura H
LOCATION: Rochester, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/28/2001
Time: 2:37:13 PM
COMMENTS
I want to share my gratitude for this site! Cream is my absolute fav. band that has ever existed, or exists now. I'm 15, and it's hard to find info. about ones fav. 70's band, thank you for making it so easy to enjoy Jack Bruce and his website! Luv ya!
NAME: Carl
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/29/2001
Time: 1:02:01 PM
COMMENTS
Hi,
Jack is joining CompuServe for a web chat at 8pm on July 4th 2001. You are very welcome to come along and talk to Jack and this is how:
Before the night of the chat:
In Internet Explorer go to http://www.compuserve.co.uk/channels/entertainment/music/music_home.asp Click on Coming Soon on the left of the page. Click on Grant when Java pop up appears (or click Guest if a forum page appears) This will take you to CompuServe's UK Music Forum Click on Jack's picture for promo material
OR:
In Internet Explorer go to the URL: http://go.compuserve.com/ukmusic Click on Grant when Java pop up appears This will take you to CompuServe's UK Music Forum Click on Jack's pic for promotional material
On the night of the chat this is how you access it:
UK Residents:
*On the night of the chat: (8pm, 4/07/01)
In Internet Explorer go to the URL: http://go.compuserve.com/ukmusic Click on Grant when Java pop up appears This will take you to CompuServe's UK Music Forum (Once here it is very clear what you need to do, the chat is really well advertisied!!) Click on Chat button (Top middle, next to Who's Here? button) Enter Pop Inn Room (By clicking on 'Pop Inn') This is where the Live Chat will take place (if it doesn't start dead on 8pm don't be alarmed, wait 5 minutes, we will be there!) To ask a question the room is moderated, so you have to click on the Ask Question button, it then goes into a queue, and gets asked by the moderator (if appropriate.)
German users:
*On the night of the chat: (8pm, 04/07/01)
In Internet Explorer go to the URL: http://go.compuserve.com/ukmusic?loc=de Click on Grant when Java pop up appears This will take you to CompuServe's UK Music Forum (Once here it is very clear what you need to do, the chat is really well advertisied!!) Click on Chat button (Top middle, next to Who's Here? button) Enter Pop Inn Room (By clicking on 'Pop Inn') This is where the Live Chat will take place (if it doesn't start dead on 8pm don't be alarmed, wait 5 minutes, we will be there!) To ask a question the room is moderated, so you have to click on the Ask Question button, it then goes into a queue, and gets asked by the moderator (if appropriate)
All other users :
In Internet Explorer go to the URL: http://go.compuserve.com/ukmusic?loc=us Click on Grant when Java pop up appears This will take you to CompuServe's UK Music Forum (Once here it is very clear what you need to do, the chat is really well advertisied!!) Click on Chat button (Top middle, next to Who's Here? button) Enter Pop Inn Room (By clicking on 'Pop Inn') This is where the Live Chat will take place (if it doesn't start dead on 8pm don't be alarmed, wait 5 minutes, we will be there!) To ask a question the room is moderated, so you have to click on the Ask Question button, it then goes into a queue, and gets asked by the moderator (if appropriate
THINGS TO REMEMBER :
*YOU DON'T NEED TO DOWNLOAD ANY CompuServe software or install anything so when/if you get asked just click no!
*Only CompuServe members can submit a question prior to the event. Everybody else can only submit a question on the night.
*We strongly reccomend that people look at the all our URL's in Internet Explorer. Other Browsers do funny things to our images and page design.
*Alternatively, if anyone wants to subscribe to CompuServe then they can call 0870 6000 800 and request a FREE ONE MONTH TRIAL.
NAME: Dirk Alexander Scriba
LOCATION: Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/29/2001
Time: 3:18:44 PM
COMMENTS
Hi all, at first 'cuse my poor english, I'm sorry about that. At last I'm trying to find somebody who may can help me. It's more than 25 years ago I listend to my elder sister's LP's when she was out. And there was ONE LP I could have died for. But during the following years I forgot it's name, but last yearI heard a song at the radio (I can tell you, it was the first and the last time I ever heard a Jace Bruce Song in German Radio), and now I know, what I'am looking for: its Bruce's famous "Harmony Row". So since one year I'm trying to get/buy this LP. I was looking at newspapers, I was at privat markets (in ´Germany so called "Flohmarkt") and the stuff like this. I was also looking for commercial offers, even I had a look for it in the Netherlands, in France and in Switzerland - but I had no chance! Wasn't able to get right now. So, maybe somebody of you who's reading this,can give a hint where to download Bruce's "Harmony Row" in at the internet, or maybe, somebody who's got it is able to burn it on a CD that I could buy? So, many thanks for Your understanding and for Your help. Dirk
NAME: John Reighard
LOCATION: Coralville, Iowa USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/30/2001
Time: 12:27:22 AM
COMMENTS
Hello! Just wanted to say that I found your web site real interesting. I'm not really a Cream fan but in random web surfing I found your site and I have to say that I really like a couple of Cream's songs and they have been running in my head lately(White Room and Sunshine of your love). I love the guitars in both songs and your voice(singing) Jack is cool. I can tell you though that I love jazz and your music sounds real good. I could listen to that all day probably. I also like the Big Band era and some of your music reminds me of it. How is the new band Hotflash going? I was intereted in the fact that you did some work with Manford Mann(sp?). That's a cool group, too. In closing I wanted to tell you that in two pictures of you you look kind of like my favorite singer Bono of U2(which is also my favorite music band....no offense). This was truely an interesting visit to your site and I hope that the rest of your career goes well. Jazz on!
NAME: Dolly
LOCATION: Manchester
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/30/2001
Time: 12:48:48 PM
COMMENTS
Just want to say thank you Jack for inspiring me to play bass - which I've done now for over 30 years - Just wondered do you still have your EB3 do you still play it? I bought one in the early days cos you had one. Probably one of the all time best and easiest basses to play. I play a Fender Jazz Bass now - bit of a monster - but hey it does the business. Well keep up the good work you still inspire me !!
NAME: Mike Budd
LOCATION: Crawley,Sussex
ADDRESS:
Date: 6/30/2001
Time: 9:19:42 PM
COMMENTS
Where can I buy the album 'How's tricks' and when will we see the lyrics on your website?
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Sydney
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/1/2001
Time: 6:40:12 AM
COMMENTS
G'Day Guys , I have not written to Jack's site for quite awhile . It is great to see that lots of people still believe in the power of Jack Bruce. I just downloaded an mp3 of "White Room " . It sounds ok , but very Santansrish. Thats ok , at least Jack is singing. It will probably not be released in Australia, but I will will be able to get it from overseas. Please tour Australia , Jack. Many people want to here you live. Belated Happy Birthday. Paul . Windsor . N.S.W.
NAME: Mike Dantone
LOCATION: Pittston, Pa. ,U.S.
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/1/2001
Time: 2:52:33 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: John Carter
LOCATION: Crosby, Liverpool
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/1/2001
Time: 8:30:26 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack
Glad to hear you are still working and pushing the envelope. Your great voice and phrasing were the main things that made Cream interesting to me way back then.
Good luck, and don't let Eric sing all the songs if you do get round to doing a gig.
John
NAME: M Whiteaker
LOCATION: St. Louis
ADDRESS: www.luky7music.com
Date: 7/3/2001
Time: 2:03:51 PM
COMMENTS
Thought Jack might find "Wheels Of Fire", our Tribute to Cream band interesting. Invite him to stop by or give us a shout when he's in St. Louis. Check 'em out at www.luky7music.com
NAME: Rod BEACHHEAD Jeffery
LOCATION: Portland NSW (Australia)
ADDRESS: http://www.geocities.com/mister_beachhead
Date: 7/5/2001
Time: 4:19:20 AM
COMMENTS
I actually found that album that you 'appeared' on with Ellen McElwaine (hope the spelling's right) via the CDNOW Website. Soon as I can afford it I'm going to buy it. The saxophonist from the 1985 line-up of my own band, BEACHHEAD had the damn thing and consequently we did 'DANGER ZONE' sans all instruments, except bass and vocals. The other instruments only came in on the bridge!
Take care, BEACHHEAD
NAME: bigjohn
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/6/2001
Time: 6:19:00 AM
COMMENTS
tonight i have a dream. new cd with title "for john lee 2002" a tribute to john lee hooker in a very new sound. in my dream i see eric clapton, peter green, fito de la parra and jack bruce together for this record. "cold sweat" - do it for you, me, john lee and the world. best wishes bigjohn
NAME: Ken Klein
LOCATION: Southern California
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/6/2001
Time: 2:44:56 PM
COMMENTS
I'm just incredibly excited about Jack's newest release and his tour. I've seen Jack over a dozen times and I'm counting on him to hit Los Angeles as part of his tour. Ever since they refused me entrance to the Fillmore East to see Cream (I was 13 at the time). I also had tickets to see Tony Williams Lifetime in Brooklyn, NY when that show got cancelled at the last minute. So I've promised myself to never miss another JB tour again. Most recently, I saw all 3 Southern California performances in support of A Question of Time and the the subsequent show in support of somethin Els. So come on back, Jack! You never fail to move me to the core of my being. And, by the way, when I e-mailed seemingly everybody in the world to try to get my hands on the 50th birthday video, you were the only one who actually responded! Your response mad it all worthwhile! I look forward to seeing you! Ken Klein
NAME: Dan The Man
LOCATION: Hollywood CA.
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/6/2001
Time: 7:29:13 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,
Getting married on July 14, 2001....wanted to know if you could make it...its in san luis obispo..if you're in the states I'll send a driver.
First saw you at the farewell cream concert at the forum in 1968...FANTASTIC! Then saw you in the 70's or 80's at the Roxy with your group with simon phillips and tony hymans...FANTASTIC! Then saw you somewhere with Mark King in some bass shop either here or the isle of white...FANTASTIC. Then saw you with ringo at universal...FANTASTIC. Enough said...you know you're the best and you have given the world your music. Thank you....hope to see you soon. Dan the Man
NAME: Ed
LOCATION: So. Cal.
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/8/2001
Time: 11:52:09 AM
COMMENTS
I first listened to Jack Bruce over 30 years ago. From then on I've always considered him one fo the greatest. Can't wait to hear the new album.
NAME: will vogelzang
LOCATION: the netherlands
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/9/2001
Time: 1:23:14 AM
COMMENTS
I've got my hands on a promo cd of Shadows in the air I think this one of the best CD's you've ever made. I know your works from Graham Bond 'till now. Keep goin'strong Greetings from a fan will vogelzang
NAME: Jackie
LOCATION: Acton Suffolk England
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/9/2001
Time: 1:34:48 PM
COMMENTS
Rushed out at the end of school today to buy the new CD.....and it was worth it. Marvellous, it helped me get through my pile of ironing!!! Hope to bump into you again soon Jack Love Jackie ( Acton Primary School)
NAME: Greg Wallace
LOCATION: Columbus, Ohio
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/9/2001
Time: 6:05:33 PM
COMMENTS
I've been listening to 'Shadows in the Air' the past couple days and it's another excellent set of songs. Hope Jack tours the States to support the new record. I've been a Jack Bruce nut since I bought Harmony Row in 1971 (for $2.78 I think). With any Jack Bruce solo effort it's usually months before it sinks in and I can pick big favorites. Bravo!
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/10/2001
Time: 11:38:55 AM
COMMENTS
Read somewhere that EC responded to JB's appeal to do something for GB by getting together to (God forbid) play a few latter-day CREAM benefits was, essentially, "It's time GB did somthing for GB".
Listen, pal - without GB you would have never gotten out of JM's Blues Breakers, much less the U.K. It was GB and JB that put the fire under your nascent career. Your songwriting then was non-existant, notwithstanding AE's short-sighted designs. You were saved by JB's compositions.
A very uncaring, disloyal, short-sighted, unresponsive and boring man you would seem to be.
NAME: Jack
LOCATION: England
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/10/2001
Time: 5:37:42 PM
COMMENTS
Just to put the record straight, P. Lee, Cream would have been a very different band without EC and I never suggested Cream should do some dates for Ginger's benefit. That would be a very thin and patronising reason to get together again. This is one of these myths that spring out of a journalist's misunderstanding. Why doncha get out and buy Shadows and simply forget about the Creams?
NAME: Marc and Lorraine Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/10/2001
Time: 7:34:14 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, when it's convenient, could we please get as much notice as possible, regarding dates and venues for an Oz tour, so we can take time off work to follow the tour? Best wishes - Marc & Lorraine.
NAME: Phil Watson
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/10/2001
Time: 8:07:08 PM
COMMENTS
I agree with "Jack". The CREAM were a great band and the forerunner to many great bands. let's move on and embrace the stuff that Jack and others are creating today. History will always look on bands like the CREAM with great affection but it's 2001. We should all get off our arses and slip "shadows" into the car CD and head down to the beach for a surf, nice cold beer and a dose of great rock n roll! Don't forget us here in OZ Jack. The barbie's primed, the beer's cold and we're ready to rock to the Cuicoland Express. If you manage to get down here early next year on your tour, summer will be in full swing and i'm sure a cruise on Sydney Harbour can be organised by your faithful legion of fans. Maybe a little acoustic set on the deck, eh jack. All the best, Phil.
NAME: jeff
LOCATION: lititz, pennsylvania usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/10/2001
Time: 8:47:01 PM
COMMENTS
the new record is magical, and everyone who cares enough to check out this lil' website should run out buy a copy -- then play it for a friend -- 'cause once they hear it they'll want a copy ...
"'cause they always say how much they love my music" ...
best always,
jeff.
NAME: brian ralston
LOCATION: sydney, australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/10/2001
Time: 10:24:33 PM
COMMENTS
It's good to hear the positive response to the release of "Shadows in the Air". Unfortunately have not yet got my hands on a copy. Phil Watson, if you have a copy could you let me know where in Sydney you got it.
Any visitors to this site would do well to take up Marc Wickert's advice and join the "Cuicoland Express". Marc, Lorraine, Dennis and Judy put out a regular and enjoyable newsletter. You can e-mail them at
Note for Australian fans - Marc has suggested e-mailing requests for tracks off the new album to the programming departments of local fm stations. Addresses for appropriate requests include:
Let's bombard the stations with requests.
NAME: brian ralston
LOCATION: sydney, australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/11/2001
Time: 3:56:50 AM
COMMENTS
Sorry for hogging the guestbook, Derek, but I just wanted to let the Aussie fans know that I obtained a copy of "Shadows in the Air" from Redeye Records in King Street, Sydney. It's an imported version I gather, as they told me it hasn't been released here yet. I don't know how many they've got. It was pleasing that as soon as I asked for the CD the guy behind the counter knew exactly what I was looking for. They also stock the edited version of Jack's 50th birthday concert and at least one copy of "How's Tricks". They even had "Songs for a Tailor". Not bad for the antipodes.
I recently asked in the Cuicoland Express for help with the fingering to the chords for "Rope Ladder". So far no luck. Jack, any chance you could help me out. My attempts at the chords set out in the sheet music album "Jack Bruce at His Best" sound nothing like the recording. Perhaps that's just my lousy guitar playing ability.
So far I really like the album but have been playing it at work and have had to keep the volume down. I was particularly pleased to hear the new version of "He the Richmond". I've always loved that song.
Spread the word - "Shadows in the Air" is here. Let's hope Jack will be here in the very near future.
NAME: Mitch Kane
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/11/2001
Time: 9:07:59 AM
COMMENTS
Hey Jack,
Had the pleasure of getting the new release yesterday. I also had the privilege of catching the show at the Jazz Cafe. What a night!!! After the show we were hanging out with the band we were treated as frieds. I was able to take some great pictures of most of the band as well as Pete and Kip. You were very gracious at the end of the evening, spent some time talking with me and let me capture you on film as well.I would like to send you the pictures. Please advise. I can send them electronically or in hard copy.
Thanks for a lifetime of influences,
Mitch
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/11/2001
Time: 12:37:30 PM
COMMENTS
...then I apologize for furthering what is apparently a horrendous misquote.
By the way, I've been listening to SHADOWS for some time now. You have surrounded yourself with some terrific people, thereby giving your CREAMY stuff a fresh perspective. The new stuff belongs fully to the present, and stands on its own. However, would you not have had the Ginger man in on 1 or 2 of the remakes were it do-able? Or even a new tune. He doesn't strike me as too stuck in the past to have handled it. His solo and ensemble work bears witness.
Having played a benefit or 10 myself, raising money for the hungry, the homeless or otherwise needy is not a bad thing. In your collective case, it would help neutralize the "just for the $'s" carping that would inevitably ensue. Simply going out on tour and saying "Hi, it's us again - here's the same old sh*t - $250 for the good seats" - now, that would be unseemly.
I admit that, having learned by seeing and hearing CREAM, WHO, MILES, MAHAARDVARK (having missed JIMI to my eternal regret), I indeed prefer it when gifted and strong players get together and challenge one another.
Not a CREAM redux or a tribute to some long ago time and place, but a here and now thing while time allows.
So good luck and best wishes, be it with the CUICOs, the CREAMETTES, the LUNCHTIMES or whatever you choose to call it - your fire burns bright.
NAME: Howard Johnston
LOCATION: Chester - England
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/12/2001
Time: 9:08:29 AM
COMMENTS
I have just bought "Shadows In The Air" which is great. Another excellent addition to Jack's fine collection of solo albums. It's nice to hear the revisitations of "Sunshine", "White Room", etc. and even nicer to hear the new stuff. This album has a nice atmosphere to it and is certainly a combination of Jack's own eclectic styles with the feel of some of his outings with Kip Hanrahan. It has a cool cover as well. It is semi-permanently in my CD player for the time being!!!
I also have a couple of questions perhaps Jack, Derek or any other website visitors might be able to answer:
(a) Everybody knows the story about how "Disraeli Gears" got its title, and much of the other Cream releases have self-explanatory names - but I've never be able to find out why "Wheels Of Fire" was so called. It's been bugging me all these years. Not even Cream experts like John Platt (whom I've met on a couple of occasions in New York) or Harry Shapiro knew this one when I asked them?
(b) When is a decent unedited and un-messed-around with version of the Cream "Farewell Concert" going to be released on Video or DVD? I remember seeing the film when it did the round of the cinemas in the 1970's and it was far more complete than any of the various versions to be released on video since.
(c) Is there any more Lifetime material in the can? It would be particularly nice to hear some live stuff from messrs Bruce, McLaughlin, Young and Williams.
(d) Are there any plans by Polygram to do the decent thing and release the "Jet Set Jewel" record in its entirety? The few tracks which appeared on "Willpower" suggest that we have been deprived of a classic similar to "How's Tricks".
Finally, I look forward to seeing Jack with his new band at some point - I think the last time I saw him play was at The Grand in Clapham in 1993 - and before that at The Bottom Line in NYC in 1988 (yes the one where you-know-who turned up) - its been too long since I got a chance to see the man play!
NAME: Gail Finlay
LOCATION: Colorado
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/12/2001
Time: 11:09:24 AM
COMMENTS
Hello, My copy of Shadows in the Air came yesterday in the mail. This is the best Jack Bruce album, ever, as I listened to it twice it took my breath away with it's passion. This work of Jacks' is quite possibly the best album of all time next to Miles Davis' Sketches of Spain. Shadows is incredible. INCREDIBLE ! Our bass hero is better than ever. And if the 2 Cream remakes get airplay there might just be a sleeper of a hit on the verge of happening. Wouldn't it be cool to hear Jack and Eric singing on the airwaves again ? Love and Light, a fan for 32 years, Gail
NAME: Simon Cole
LOCATION: Ealing, London
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/12/2001
Time: 1:29:29 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack, I'm nearly fifty years old and I've been listening to you since I was 15, from The early Graham Bond days through to the present. Being a bass player myself I fell head over heels with your bass playing from an early age. At last! there was someone with talent, imagination and the balls to play the bloody thing properly (not some muffled trite lines in the background). Your songs and your playing have and will always move me more than any other player or musician. I am a critical bastard by nature, you are one of the very few players I could write this about. Thanks Jack, keep doing it. It has in fact been my lifetime ambition to meet you (hope that doesn't sound too sad).
Simon Cole, Ealing, London
NAME: Lynn Cowan
LOCATION: Philadelphia, PA, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/12/2001
Time: 7:30:16 PM
COMMENTS
Just heard the new CD - it's terrific. Hope you tour the States because I have never seen live and would love to see a living legend on stage.
Take care and please come to Philadelphia.
Bye
NAME: Phil Zisook
LOCATION: Highland Park, IL usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/12/2001
Time: 11:52:29 PM
COMMENTS
Shadows in the Air is mindblowing. Great, great album! Looking forward to the fall tour.
NAME: Jack
LOCATION: England
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/13/2001
Time: 5:00:28 AM
COMMENTS
I just want to thank you for the great comments re Shadows. I'm really looking forward to seeing you on the road in Autumn. Tour dates will be posted soon.Thanks again!
NAME: JWH
LOCATION: Grand Rapids, Michigan
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/13/2001
Time: 7:49:13 PM
COMMENTS
Great Site!!! Just a comment. I saw Jack play at the Blue Note in Boulder, Colorado in 1976 playing the How's Tricks songs. I see in the Tour Schedule that 1976 is totally unaccounted for. Maybe that year was touring for that album.
NAME: Charles Girard
LOCATION: Fords, New Jersey, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/14/2001
Time: 10:31:08 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, Today is saturday, I bought the new disc on Tuesday. I have not listened to anything else. I am so emersed that I wouldn't be able to even think of sonething else to play. I find that I am waking up in the middle of the night with various different passages playing in my head. It's so infectious!! On Thursday an aquaintence of mine told me he was disapointed. I thought for a moment, and this was my response: a Jack Bruce album is like a Stanley Kubrick film, every time you watch it, or, in this case, listen to it. you make new discoveries. I have been a fan since the opening chords of 'I Feel Free ' in 1966. Thank you, for a lifetime of discoveries...
by the way, after a few more listenings, my disapointed friend is not disapointed anymore.
NAME: Joe Higgins
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/14/2001
Time: 4:23:42 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, Your new album, Shadows, is great! I've taken the liberty of scanning a pic from it to replace the picture that used to be on this site's home page for my humble page dedicated to you on my music web site. I must say that although I am not a huge fan of Eric Clapton (mostly because I feel he is overrated by so many) I very much enjoyed the work he did with you on Shadows. You definitely bring out the best in him. Your singing together on Sunshine was wonderful! I bought Disraeli Gears when it first came out. Your voice is still stronger than Erics but he did a good job with you on that. By the way on my web site your page is the second most viewed after Stevie Wonder but you are gaining on him and Ginger Baker is gaining on you.
Best wishes and thanks for the great music!
Your admirer and supporter, Joe
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NAME: littlepaulpaulus
LOCATION: plymouth,ma
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/14/2001
Time: 5:53:59 PM
COMMENTS
the only thing I ever liked about clapton was that you played wth him. you were (and ginger) the cream of that band...john fontes says thanks for the music also
NAME: Tae
LOCATION: Fukuoka, Japan
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/14/2001
Time: 9:35:20 PM
COMMENTS
I've heard great new album SITA. Thank you, Jack! Thank for your great work! I hope looking forward to seeing in Japan someday...
NAME: Howard
LOCATION: LA, CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/15/2001
Time: 12:01:17 AM
COMMENTS
Jack I hope you get a chance to read this. Anyway, just got through listening to "Shadows In The Air" , in a word....GREAT!! and then some!! Everytime you think Jack cannot sound, play, and compose and as great as his last solo effort.......he out does himself. Such is the case with this superb combination of jack's compositions with a Latin flair. His treatments of some fine oldies like Creams "Sunshine of your Love" and "White Room" take on a new life with the addition of some slick percussion of Andy Flores and Milton Cardona. A name were all familiar with Eric Clapton...........by the way, when playing with Jack tranforms into Clapton of old, really ripping out some awesome notes, never sounded better. Playing with Jack I guess has that effect on Clapton. Anyway to continue, his solo "repros" "Boston Ball Game 1967 and "He the Richmond" are performed beautifully. Jack's voice is in TOP SOUNDING CONDITION!! I loved the remake of "Out Into The Field's" just fantastic!! All the remaining cuts of this CD were GREAT!! (I'm using that word alot here, can't help it) Anyway, Jack is also joined with a bunch of the best musicians (as usual)anywere!! Gary Moore, Vernon Reid, Robby Ameen Horacio Hernandez, Andy Gonzalez and a host of others. If you had'nt already gone out and purchased this CD............What are you waiting for? Do It NOW!!! and begin the musical journey that Jack provides. Who knows...maybe a Cream reunion is in the making.................
NAME: Lucy Piller
LOCATION: Atlanta
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/15/2001
Time: 2:15:52 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Bruce, I was hoping to talk to you when I saw you perform last year in Atlanta. But you were too much in a rush to get into your limo. I hope I get the chance to meet you again for a hand shake at least
Bye for now Lucy - www.allrightnow.com Free-Bad Company-Paul Rodgers FAN website
ps. Hi to Steve Croxford. Let me know when Bruce is coming to Atlanta OK. THANKS
NAME: Phil Watson
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/16/2001
Time: 12:10:17 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, What a magic weekend. Listening to the new record and watching the mighty wallabies smash the British and Irish Lions in the rugby test at the Olympic Stadium!! The new album is a killer...the re-recorded tracks are superb but the new stuff is what really took my fancy. I just love the percussive influence on a lot of the tracks...may you rock on forever! Best wishes, Phil.
NAME: Gonzo
LOCATION: Hilo, Hawaii US
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/16/2001
Time: 6:28:04 AM
COMMENTS
Hey there fellow music lover-
I have just released a solo bass album and I thought you might like to check out my site:
http://www.geocities.com/GonzoBass
There you will find a few samples to listen to, and some info about myself. Please drop me a line to let me know what you think.
Thanks for your time- Gonzo
NAME: Larry Dyer
LOCATION: Elkhart, Indiana
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/17/2001
Time: 12:05:32 AM
COMMENTS
A response specifically for Howard Johnston with regard to where "Wheels of Fire" derived its'name. I'll put my two cents worth in and say that I have read more than once that the album was named after a Bob Dylan song..."This Wheel's on Fire". I could be wrong cuz I've never heard of such a Dylan song which, of course, doesn't mean it doesn't exist. Perhaps JB himself could either confirm or deny?
Loved Shadows in the Air and even felt compelled to write a review for it on Amazon.com. Check it out if you like...nuthin great...just a Bruce fan doing a bit of gushing!! LOL
NAME: david betts
LOCATION: isle of wight.uk
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/17/2001
Time: 4:55:20 PM
COMMENTS
Ilove the sound of jack,s voice and grew up listening to cream, i also loved some of the more obviously bruce tracks on the bbm album. Ihave only just aquired internet access and have missed the 2 june concerts, are there any more uk, especially south of birmingham concertsplanned in the next year.
NAME: george schroeder
LOCATION: balto. md usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/17/2001
Time: 6:20:28 PM
COMMENTS
my bro,gave me an early birthday present of"shadows"..fab!!have really dug the reworked tunes with the latin,cuban,etc grooves,since the hook up with kip!still wish dennis chambers could be part of the mix (he loves you jack!),who knows whats around the next dream huh???don't give that "warwick" a moments rest!! !keep us posted if the tour extends to the states!regards george
NAME: STEVE ZIELINSKI
LOCATION: Depew, New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/18/2001
Time: 2:46:00 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Mr. Bruce, Do you ever see the other members of Cream, and do you ever jam with them for nostalgia's sake? Thank you.
NAME: Tapani Taka
LOCATION: Porvoo, Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/19/2001
Time: 3:29:04 AM
COMMENTS
Hi! I was very glad to learn of the new album, and even more so now that I have listened to it. It is up there with the best Jack Bruce work, though "Dancing On Air" isn't quite as good as the 1980 version. I also got the Network's "Manic Depression" single recently - great work also.
NAME: Barry Seigel
LOCATION: United States
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/19/2001
Time: 3:22:53 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, I am thrilled to see you still working. Being from St. Louis, Missouri in the US, I don't get to hear much from you or about you these days. Very dissapointed that Clapton took a pass on a reunion. That would have been a monumental event. Saw he and Baker on the Blind Faith tour in early 70's, and got to see you at Pauls'Mall in '78 or '79 in Boston, while attending the Berklee College of Music. It is a regret of mine not to have stepped up to say hello, you having been one very crucial reason for my decision to take up music, and the bass, in particular. We are older, now, and if I do not get a chance to meet you in this lifetime, I just want to let you know, from one more bass player/composer how strong an impact you have had on my life. You have given bass players a perspective of themselves as musicians, not just "bass players". I respect and admire your courage in always pursuing the "road less traveled by" in all of your endeavors.
Thanks, again, for lending an "ear", and best of luck in all that you do.
Barry Seigel PO Box 410315 St. Louis, Mo. (63141)
NAME: george schroeder
LOCATION: balto. md. usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/20/2001
Time: 8:59:03 PM
COMMENTS
while going into slumberland last nite to the sounds of "out into the fields" from the "shadows cd",i couldn't stop thinking of alot of "bruce fans(brucers)felt or feel than mr. EC's best playing was with cream,but please don't forget friends,that it was eric who had the class and good taste to respond to ginger's question,"do you fancy puttin a band together"?to which eric replied"YES! WHAT ABOUT JACK!!??!!JACK,thank YOU SIR!!i know the best is yet to come!! your friend george
NAME: smokey brown
LOCATION: new orleans
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/21/2001
Time: 4:58:15 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Elwyn babb
LOCATION: Northampton, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/22/2001
Time: 3:03:54 PM
COMMENTS
Just read the other comments, what more can be added! I have only just found your web site, having looked on cd's etc for one, with a bit of time on my hands decided to do a search. This has usually been a really frustrating thing for me so I don't do it that often, glad I did.
Apart from echoeing the comments of other people one plea. How about doing a tour of Britain, I was sat reading the paper on the morning of your Castle Donnington gig annoyed that I had not seen it anywhere before so that I could have come. Not having seen any other dates I assume it was a one off? I can suggest a really good venue, the Stables in Wavendon (Milton Keynes) Cleo Laine/Johnny Dankworths little place, but anywhere would do.
Now that I've found this site I will check regularly for touring information etc. I may even try to work out how to put the address in "favourites" but it may be beyond me.
Thanks a lot Jack, you have covered all my emotions in your music and Pete Brown with his lyrics, a constant companion on vinyl and cd these last 35+ years.
NAME: Bruno Tremblay
LOCATION: Jonquière, Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/23/2001
Time: 7:56:26 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I was in the first row when you played at Newport in 1970 with the Tony Williams Lifetime and I still remember your nice green shirt. Thank you
NAME: joe schmid
LOCATION: maple lake, minnesota, u.s.
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/23/2001
Time: 10:51:08 AM
COMMENTS
The Cream is the greatest band ever.
NAME: John Morga
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/23/2001
Time: 10:52:29 AM
COMMENTS
To our hero Jack,
We'd like to say that Cream has been a major influence on our band (we play 9 cream tunes) and that you have been a major influence on me. We regularly play "N.S.U." and "Deserted Cities of the Heart" for crowds and they, young and old, still love it!
NAME: Dan
LOCATION: Chicago
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/23/2001
Time: 7:14:36 PM
COMMENTS
Just gave Jack's latest a first listening (other than in a 100 degree car). Nice work. Jack, like other fine things, gets better with age. Nice work by all parties involved. Really like the new treatment of "Out Into The Fields". The "Directions Home" is nice, too. As for the other songs presented here as restatements, they all hold up well in their new interpretations.
I also thought "Surge" was quite fun.
Jack, plesae bring this band to the U.S. (including Mr. Reid, if possible).
Thanks for the great work, it's very enjoyable listening.
NAME: Robin Bona
LOCATION: Halifax, NS
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/23/2001
Time: 10:02:17 PM
COMMENTS
Mr. Bruce is pure inspiration! I've recently switched from guitar to bass and Bruce work is the stuff I'm learning to play. His background solo in "Crossroads" is the best part of Cream. He is the Best!
NAME: Steve Raynes
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/24/2001
Time: 12:03:47 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, Long time fan, and like so many, a bass player. Ran right out on the 10th and got a copy of Shadows....love it!! Directions Home probably my favorite. 52nd St. sounds like you could do with the Andy Summers lineup, did it originate from there?. So many beautiful, interesting melodies, as always. Kip's words give you a whole new twist, more of a story teller instead of Pete's word visions....but love both styles. Can't wait to see you in Chicago, I'm betting that on the bass portion of the show you won't be able to help yourself with all that percussion!! Will you grace us with a couple of the solo piano tunes from Monkjack as well? No one ever talks about your piano talents, but that's always seemed to me the core of so many of your solo albums really. May I request a song for the tour? The added percussion seems like a wonderful time to dust off what I feel is one of your best tunes, "The Consul At Sunset" from Harmony Row. Just seems to me that this band is perfect for it. So, hope to see you soon in Chicago,thanks for the new album, and please remember that for me and so many of your fans the "safest place in the world" has your music playing 24/7.
NAME: Victor Moore
LOCATION: San Francisco Ca. USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/24/2001
Time: 10:45:34 AM
COMMENTS
Let me know if there's any other film gear, Production or transfer needs I can help you with. Thanks...
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"Film Gear For Sale" All formats! camera, support, editing, projection, sound, lighting, animation, optical printing, etc.
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NAME: D Ray Polk
LOCATION: Oklahoma City, OK
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/24/2001
Time: 2:05:30 PM
COMMENTS
Big fan since Cream & the early days. Jack has always been an inspirational musician.
NAME: Patric Walther
LOCATION: Offenburg, Germany
ADDRESS: walther_huettmannlt-online.de
Date: 7/25/2001
Time: 11:26:12 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, the new CD is fantastic!!! Please let me design your next CD-Cover. My profassion is Grafik-Design.
Patric
NAME: Lars Johansson
LOCATION: Sydney, Australia / Stockholm, Sweden
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/25/2001
Time: 12:43:44 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Mr. Bruce,
Having been an avid listener to your music from the age of four (two of my brothers were and are keen fans of The Cream and yourself), I must say I was delightfully surprised when I heard your new cd 'Shadows in the air'. Man, you still sing and play with an energy which is just unbeliveable! I love this cd! Can't wait to play it to my brothers.
Thankyou for your inspiration and keep up the good work.
Rgds, Lars
NAME: pete andsarah
LOCATION: london
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/2001
Time: 8:39:17 AM
COMMENTS
NAME: jackbruce
LOCATION: london
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/2001
Time: 8:45:05 AM
COMMENTS
the best albumn you have done since the last !!!I love it and I play it so loud it must upset the neighbours but who cares!! just keep on doing it love from us all in london S.E. love and peace pete and sarah
NAME: Jan Chojnacki
LOCATION: Poland
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/2001
Time: 12:08:31 PM
COMMENTS
Four tracks from "Shadows In The Air" will be broacast on "Whiter Shade Of Blues" the oldest blues radio program in Poland (we're on the air since 1975!)on Saturday, July 28th, 2001, at 10.10 PM. You can listen to my show every Saturday at 10.10 PM by clicking www.radio.com.pl/trojka in real time. Stay tuned to them blues!
Jan
NAME: Shannon Taylor
LOCATION: Houston, Texas
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/2001
Time: 1:08:07 PM
COMMENTS
I love "Shadows In The Air"! Jack's voice sounds as great as it ever did on all the songs. I've always loved his soto voce style of singing, which he features in "Out Into The Fields" (one of my all-time favorite Bruce/Brown songs). I have been searching for many years for "Harmony Row" and "Out Of The Storm" on CD without any luck. Is there any chance that these will be released soon? I am so tempted to transfer my old Jack Bruce LPs over to CD, scratches and all!
NAME: Keith Elliott
LOCATION: Vancouver
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/2001
Time: 1:36:23 PM
COMMENTS
Still waiting and hoping for a reissue of "Harmony Row".
NAME: Joe Higgins
LOCATION: Chicago, Illinois, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/2001
Time: 7:26:06 PM
COMMENTS
Hi fellow admirer's of Mr. Bruce!
I want to thank all of you who have visited my website. My page for Jack is currently the #2 most viewed page. Stevie Wonder is at 922 page views and Jack bruce is at 912. This site's link is the source of most of the visitors at Jack's page so I wanted to thank you all especially Derek. Thanks Derek! You are doing a great job!
Most of all I would like to thank Jack for continuing to make beautiful music.
Joe Higgins
NAME: Randall Hinson
LOCATION: Marianna, Fla
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/27/2001
Time: 11:10:47 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: Wallabi Point Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/28/2001
Time: 2:02:34 AM
COMMENTS
I would like to conduct an opinion pole on Jack's tracks off "Shadows In The Air" The first pole would be "What are your favorite tracks from 1 to 4." The second is what you think might be the most commercial tracks from 1 to 4.?" This may be of assistance to Margrit to decide if a CD single is a viable option.
The data will be collated from now to 31/8 2001. The results will be placed on the JB Guestbook and the Quicoland Express.
To start the ball rolling: My personal favorite tracks are: 1Heart Quake 2Directions Home 3 52Street 4 Dancing On Air My commercial Favorite Tracks are: 1/Heart Quake 2/Sunshine Of your Love 3/This Anglers A Liar 4/52 Street
for Responses please reply to
If you have not had a chance to listen to "Shadows In The Air" Go to www.cdnow.com where you can sample every song on the album..But better still go out now and buy this brilliant album and savour the full 15 tracks ! Looking forward to your feed back. Cheers, Dennis
NAME: Steve Stoddard
LOCATION: Honolulu, Hi.
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/28/2001
Time: 6:17:04 AM
COMMENTS
Aloha Jack; I love your new album, it's a real nice blend of the old and the new. Will you be coming to Hawaii to promote it? ;-) Please visit us at our web-site: http://www.angelfire.com/hi2/sblack
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/28/2001
Time: 11:32:04 AM
COMMENTS
This is in response to Dennis's item:-
My top 4 (wish it was Top 5!) would be :- 1. Dark Heart 2. Directions Home 3. Out into the Fields 4. Heart Quake
This was a very tough decision as I would prefer to have made them all number 1!!
As regards the most commercial, it depends on what the "target market" is. Serious Jackites aren't going to buy it (unless some rarity/s is included). If it is to re-awaken some dormant fans or to perhaps get the Clapton collectors on board, I think "Sunshine of your Love" perhaps re-title Sunshine 2001!! must be the natural choice. So, my 4 would be:-
1. Sunshine 2. He the Richmond 3. Dancing on Air 4. 52nd Street
All through Jack's career my favourites have been "the ballads" (for want of a better word) which regretably until now, receive little airing on his (rare) live performances. It is good to see that others appreciate these songs and even better to see my selection above performed live at the Jazz Cafe. Hopefully they will all remain in the repertoire for the forthcoming tour. The performance of Out into the Fields, second song into the set, really had the hairs standing on the back of my neck and when other similar "ballads" followed - it really made it the most memorable Jack gig so far. His voice seems to get even better, tackling ever increasingly complex melody lines, at the same time as coaxing those groans, slides and riffs from the superb Warwick. I do feel that his melody writing and performance produces some of the most emotional music I have ever heard. This current musical vehicle seems to be propelling Jack to even greater heights - long may the Express roll!!
John Burrell Harrogate, England
NAME: Markus
LOCATION: Berlin
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/29/2001
Time: 4:34:15 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack Bruce, one week ago I heard about "shadows in the air" in the radio where they performed the new "sunshine if your love". I bought the album and was captured in fascination ... keep on rocking !! When do you perform in berlin? There`s a place called "Quasimodo" - it`s great !!! Take a look: www.quasimodo.de
greetings, Markus
NAME: fernando nadal
LOCATION: Palma de Mallorca - Spain
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/29/2001
Time: 10:50:19 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, eres el mejor. Suerte con tu nuevo disco.
NAME: Bill Collins
LOCATION: Annapolis MD USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/29/2001
Time: 3:36:38 PM
COMMENTS
You WERE the voice of "Cream"..! When (and if) you come to the US to suport your latest,, Please consider playing the "Rams Head" in Annapolis, Maryland USA... Great roots rock town with an exceptional FM station run by Damian Silverstien..of WHFS fame.. Stay at my place, and we'll take a sail over to St. Mikes for crab cakes.. Thanks for the music..
NAME: Mark Marriott
LOCATION: Taree, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/30/2001
Time: 12:56:19 AM
COMMENTS
I love your site. Very nicely done. I just built a site for the Quicoland Express newsletter guys (Dennis Lawrenson). Find it at http://www.users.tpg.com.au/jlorro
NAME: Jeffrey Taranto
LOCATION: Pittsburgh Pennsylvania
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/30/2001
Time: 1:58:36 PM
COMMENTS
The new album is great. I was also glad to see Gary Moore back in a lineup.
NAME: D Ray Polk
LOCATION: Olahoma City
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/30/2001
Time: 2:20:16 PM
COMMENTS
I ran across "Something Els" at a CD store - had not heard it before. I really like "Without a Word" and "Close Enough For Love". So then I found this web site, watched the dotmusic.com interview, and bought "Shadows in the Air." Very cool! It turned me on to Gary Moore too - tasty guitarist. If you come to Oklahoma or Texas, I'll be there! (By the way, Cream was my favorite band in the late '60's). D. Ray Polk
NAME: John Morrow
LOCATION: Grass Valley, California
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/30/2001
Time: 7:55:46 PM
COMMENTS
I just recently found this site - I enjoyed the pics, documentation and links to other sites very much. Although, it appears to not have a recent information regarding Jack's Concert Dates other than July 14 (2001?) I'd be interested to know when and if Jack will be in my area (Northern California.) Thanks, John Morrow
P.S. Jack are you playing the Fretless Exclusively these days?
NAME: D Ray Polk
LOCATION: Oklahoma City, OK, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/31/2001
Time: 12:27:37 AM
COMMENTS
Woops -I meant "Waiting on a Word". "Close Enough" has been really growing on me. What a brilliant song & recording - the live jazz interlude is fantastic - the flow back in is exceptional. On the new album, "Dancing on Air" has got me. "Dark Heart" is hauntingly wonderful. The CD is great.
NAME: Gail Finlay
LOCATION: Colorado
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/31/2001
Time: 12:53:05 AM
COMMENTS
Hello, Please Jack, please, o-please -o, bring your band to Denver( or thereabouts.) Please ! Can't get enough of the new album. Love and Light, Gail
NAME: Jens Hoppe
LOCATION: Bei Wichhusen 11, 26759 Hinte, Deutschland
ADDRESS:
Date: 7/31/2001
Time: 2:38:06 PM
COMMENTS
Bin Bj. 68, alle Bekannten meines Alters hören die TopTen, warum höre ich Robin Trower, Leslie West, Clem Clemson, Colosseum, E.C., Cream, BLT, BoogieWoogie, klettere die Leiter rauf zum Mond und habe nur eine JazzPlatte? So, jetzt muss ich aber ersteinmal eine neue CD bestellen. Wann ist JB mal wieder live zu sehen? Ach übrigens, guckt doch einmal herein: www.ewetel.net/~jens.hoppe1/jens/musik.htm
NAME: Phil Watson
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/1/2001
Time: 2:05:40 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, I'ts great to see you getting a tour schedule together, especially with the liklehood of Aussie dates included!!! Many mouths are salivating in this country at the chance of at last of seeing you LIVE...an experience that I for one have waited over 35 years for. All the lucky buggers that have seen you over and over again in other parts of the world have been spoilt rotten. We are so jealous over here in OZ, but with this tour all will be forgiven! I can just imagine you and the band cracking a big wave down at Bondi Beach, hooking into a nice cold Crown lager and then rocking the roof off the theatre. The new album is a classic! Regards, Phil.
NAME: David Stoltz
LOCATION: West Hartford,Connecticut,USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/1/2001
Time: 3:49:57 AM
COMMENTS
Greetings to you,Jack and Margrit!Congratulations on the new cd and band!Luv ya,Dave and Pam
NAME: george schroeder
LOCATION: balto. md. usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/1/2001
Time: 4:51:11 PM
COMMENTS
jack! you are slick!! all that drumming and percussion going on...in sucks you in..you can't help but love it!congrats on charting at#5on the radio!! hope you get to #1! and i want to echo what another fan cited as a venue if you tour the east coast,"the ramshead tavern" it's the best in the del-mar-va area!(saw you're buddy 'holdsy"there and your other buddy, dennis chambers there also!)!had some adult beverages with your other buddy, gary husband there!i think you get what i mean,you'd dig it!we need to see you there,we dig you!!! regards george
NAME: Sam King
LOCATION: Concord, NH
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/1/2001
Time: 10:33:41 PM
COMMENTS
Just picked up the new album. Great version of "Out into the Fields". Hope Jack gets the recognition he so rightly deserves. Oh, I saw him on last year's Ringo All Starr tour. A real treat. All the best.
NAME: Rock Devil
LOCATION: So Cal!
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/2/2001
Time: 5:43:47 AM
COMMENTS
Shadows reviewed! http://www.electricbasement.com/review473.htm
RD
NAME: Mike Knight
LOCATION: England
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/2/2001
Time: 11:50:56 AM
COMMENTS
Just purchased Shadows in the Air.
Brilliant reworking of some oldies, they sound so much unlike the origionals they could be origionals in their own right.
The new stuff, just great, good to hear the oldies making new sounds without the addition of the multi faceted electronic wizardary that abounds today.
Just damn goog quality music I can listen to in an intelligent way, without having my ears or my intelligence insulted. Say it again, brilliant music, brilliant words and what a voice, what more could we want.
Many thanks.
Mike.
NAME: Birgit Flaucher
LOCATION: Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/2/2001
Time: 1:18:32 PM
COMMENTS
Great music Great lyrics Rope ladder to the moon See you soon
B.
NAME: nic reeger
LOCATION: new york
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/2/2001
Time: 10:40:36 PM
COMMENTS
thank you for all the greatmusic you have created over the years. you are an inspiration to all musicians in your never ending quest for new territory.
NAME: Marc and Lorraine Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/3/2001
Time: 2:44:05 AM
COMMENTS
Wonderful to see Jack looking so happy & healthy in the new photos. The bridge behind Corin looks like a giant bass neck. Can't wait to see the Aussie dates go up. Regards - M&L.
NAME: Keith
LOCATION: Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/3/2001
Time: 3:14:22 AM
COMMENTS
Jack You're the best and Shadows is just brilliant!
NAME: Michael Forster
LOCATION: Hartlepool, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/3/2001
Time: 8:12:48 AM
COMMENTS
Without Jack there would have been no Cream and Cream was without doubt the second best band, (The Beatles = No.1) Jack's powerful voice and bass playing is just unreal. Saw him play at the Redcar Jazz Club just after Cream split and went straight out and bought 'Songs for a TAilor'. Brilliant musicain, composer and singer. Best of Luck Jack. Michael Forster
NAME: Martin Tone Poets
LOCATION: Bournemouth England
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/3/2001
Time: 8:00:43 PM
COMMENTS
Shadows in the air - New Stuff Fantastic - great to hear a Warwick bass played so well and mixed so high hoping to get tickets to see Jack Live down hear by the sea. Martin www.tonepoets.co.uk
NAME: Uwe Cossmann
LOCATION: Cologne, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/5/2001
Time: 5:02:03 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, many thanks for giving us such wonderful, inspirated, and true music, in times, where most of the music market is just a big heap of garbage !! Best regards Uwe P.S.: Can't wait to watch the gig at Bonn/Germany on the 13th of Octobre !
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: Wallabi Point Australia
ADDRESS: jlorro&tpgi.com
Date: 8/5/2001
Time: 7:08:14 AM
COMMENTS
Hi, Third time lucky,sorry about the previous bloopers with no text. Hey what else can I say..Everyone is doing it.The album is amazing,the voice ,at a point where you wonder let's get a smell of the next album.My daughters singing teacher says "music is a passion not a chore" Well Jack ,yours is a passion that that touches the being of all who listen and partake of your woven magic. To all do yourself a favour and get into the groove of "Shadows In The Air"..life is art ! Dennis
NAME: Brad Namie
LOCATION: Issaquah, Washington, USA (Seattle)
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/6/2001
Time: 1:44:59 AM
COMMENTS
Jack,
We just saw Clapton in concert last night. Our 13 and 15 year old sons were with us and it was an incredible night. I explained to my children the impact that you and Cream had on me in the sixties, when I was their age. Thanks for all the great music. I am going to look for your latest and also for Songs for a Tailor. That was a very special album to me, but I'm not sure what happened to the LP. You need to tour the states!
Brad Namie
NAME: DavidStoltz
LOCATION: West Hartford,Ct U.S.A.
ADDRESS: davidstoltz@msn
Date: 8/6/2001
Time: 4:59:37 AM
COMMENTS
I hadn't found a copy of SITA when I last wrote,but now I have and have listened to it a bunch of times since yesterday.I think that it really delivers on the promise of how great the latest Jack Bruce album always is.....and we expect alot,too!!It is so beautiful and dark and offers the listener so much to feel and absorb....it is so inspired and vital.You gave us so much.Please note the time of this post!Hope I can get some sleep!! Please play in Connecticut!!!!! I'm at dickeybettsband.com-----website.Peace,Dave
NAME: kosta matevski
LOCATION: sao paulo brazil
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/7/2001
Time: 1:47:15 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Mr.Bruce I have been a fan since first heard Cream but then i watched you play in Skopje(1992)with Kip`s band and that night changed my life forever in a way that I became some kind of a prisoner of your music(thank god).Now,SITA is a full tilt(in my humble opinion)and I can`t get enough of it.I can`t concentrate on my on own playing from thinking about it so much.Well I guess we all know that it`s not safe to hear a Jack Bruce record.So if i dont stop hearing your music in my head soon I`ll have to file a law suit aginst you.(just kidding,of course).Good luck with your new tour(brazil????)and all the best to you and your family
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: Wallabi Point Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/7/2001
Time: 7:26:05 PM
COMMENTS
Receiving a number of responces to the opinion pole on Jack's tracks off "Shadows In The Air",so keep them coming in.
The first pole is "What are your favorite tracks from 1 to 4."
The second is what you think might be the most commercial tracks from 1 to 4.?" (This may be of assistance to Margrit to decide if a CD single is a viable option.)
The data is being collated until 31/8 2001. The results will be placed on the JB Guestbook and the Quicoland Express.
Responces so far of personal favourites have Heart Quake in front of Directions Home. What's yours ? For your favourites please reply to
If you have not had a chance to listen to "Shadows In The Air" Go to www.cdnow.com where you can sample every song on the album..But better still go out now and buy this brilliant album and savour the full 15 tracks ! Looking forward to your continued feed back. Cheers, Dennis
NAME: Ludwig
LOCATION: Neuburg/Do Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/8/2001
Time: 3:35:38 AM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack Bruce! I'm so glad, i'm so glad, i'm glad, i'm glad, i'm glad to here about your new CD! And the biggest surprise for me is when i heard y play a concert with one of the greatest drumming legend's ...wit C L I V E B U N K E R...yeeeeeeeeeeah!!! Please come with him for concert's to germany!!! Is the concert in Nurnberg/Kulturfabrik the town Nürnberg in Bavaria or not! I'd looked for ticket's for these concert but i found nothing. Cu :-) and greetings to you and Clive from bavaria
Ludwig
NAME: Dale Hauskins
LOCATION: Southern California
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/8/2001
Time: 7:50:13 PM
COMMENTS
Respect/Love go out to Mr.Jack! I've dreamed of having a chance to play together...Peace! Dale Hauskins: Pg./voice mail#(714)444-6951 Email:
NAME: bert duyckaerts
LOCATION: eijsden, holland
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/9/2001
Time: 8:16:06 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, Thanks for being your guest at North Sea. It was great fun. Cheers to Stephen Good work Bert
NAME: Boyd
LOCATION: Copenhagen
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/9/2001
Time: 10:40:02 AM
COMMENTS
Hallo Jack You won't remember me at all but looking forward to hearing the band in Copenhagen on 11th. October at the Amage Bio Please give my best to (Pete) Brown...who knows me well and tell him I'm now a confirmed alcoholic and haven't had a drop for 4 months Take care & lots of love
NAME: Ryan Cassidy
LOCATION: Dallas, TX USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/9/2001
Time: 1:02:16 PM
COMMENTS
Well, this is my first entry in Jack's diary so I must first of all say how much Jack and his music has changed my life. He is a one of the all time greats and will forever have a huge impact on music itself. Bach, Beethoven, Bruce, whats the difference? At a time in my life when I was so tired of modern music and the radio in general, I found Jack and his solo career. His music is very spiritual, and everything he does is just unbelieveable. His bass playing blows me away every time I hear it. Not to mention his singing, composition, etc. Listen to the live cream jams, nobody has even come close to sounding quite like that, still to this day. I wanted to suggest to Jack and his management somehow to see about getting an interview on the Howard Stern show when he is in New York. Howard has mentioned several times how much he loves Jack and if he did an interview with him I think it would help promote "Shadows" in the States and Canada, in a big way. Thanks for everything Jack!
NAME: Jon Maclean
LOCATION: Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/9/2001
Time: 8:12:05 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,
Just got the Shadows In The Air CD the other day and am thoroughly enjoying it. I notice your tour guide includes Australia as a likelihood, I really hope so, it would be fantastic to have the chance to see you play out here. Cheers, Jon
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/10/2001
Time: 5:28:15 PM
COMMENTS
If anyone would like to receive the free
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Oz
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/10/2001
Time: 5:31:26 PM
COMMENTS
If anyone would like to receive the The Cuicoland Express, a free newsletter dedicated to the Great Jack Bruce, please contact
NAME: Tony
LOCATION: Merseyside
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/11/2001
Time: 6:33:43 AM
COMMENTS
Having ended up at the Jack Bruce web site from a link at a great newsgroup at
NAME: robertino gigli
LOCATION: london
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/11/2001
Time: 11:20:12 AM
COMMENTS
i think that i ll go see jack the first of october for me hi is the music the instrument the melody the best bass player that the music in 360 grades have never seen aniway jack thanks to exist in other wise was really a problem to create you you belong to the olimpo of the music close to mozart beethoven .....i wish to see you with west and laing another time ...ciaoooo and when you ll be in italy eat spaghetti alla carbonara an that s it >>>>>ciao asher bruce
NAME: Debbie
LOCATION: Medford, ma
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/11/2001
Time: 8:05:21 PM
COMMENTS
I have only had the pleasure of seeing you live once. It was back in the early 90's at the Paradise in Boston. To this day it has been one of the best shows i've been to. Your playing was great and your voice was amazing! I hope you plan on coming back to Boston soon. I will make sure i'm there. :)
NAME: Dan Keegan
LOCATION: Cheverly Maryland
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/13/2001
Time: 8:19:18 AM
COMMENTS
Yes,Yes,Yes! Just keep it up Jack
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: Kong City
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/13/2001
Time: 10:36:19 AM
COMMENTS
...or more appropriately, "Keep it down..."!
NAME: chris mansfield
LOCATION: new zealand
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/13/2001
Time: 11:01:24 AM
COMMENTS
Surely if jack bruce is coming so far down this way he can make it to N.Z to please his suffering Fans, Its torture otherwise.
NAME: T-bone
LOCATION: M.V. U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/13/2001
Time: 2:05:10 PM
COMMENTS
Just a Big thanks, for making great music all these years. Thanks for the insperation. The new C.D. is great!!!!! Rock on.
NAME: Mickey
LOCATION: Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/13/2001
Time: 7:43:33 PM
COMMENTS
Hi,I play drums in a band and have been heavily influenced by Ginger Baker. My brother plays bass and was and still is influenced by Jack. Do you know of any plans for jack to tour Australia in the near future? Cheers
NAME: TOLU
LOCATION: LAGOS NIGERIA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/13/2001
Time: 11:57:19 PM
COMMENTS
A NICE SITE
NAME: Jim Boettcher
LOCATION: Milwaukee, WI
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/15/2001
Time: 2:04:08 AM
COMMENTS
Just checked out the new JB cd. I have to admit,I was skeptical about remakes of the classic songs. I was pleasantly surprized. He(and friends) definately reinvented the tunes! Especially exhilarating was the CREAM stuff. It sounded very fresh,and would be worth the price of the disk by itself. Jack and Eric still have the old magic. One can only hope...
NAME: Carl Rubin
LOCATION: Seattle
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/16/2001
Time: 4:05:22 PM
COMMENTS
Just finished reading that great article in Bass Player. You've always been the biggest influence on my bass playing. Many thanks, and all the best to you.
NAME: John Beeken
LOCATION: Seattle
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/17/2001
Time: 12:50:24 PM
COMMENTS
I love the new album. It may be the best you've made, at least since Songs for a Tailor. Wonderful songs and arrangements, tasteful yet creative accompaniments, great vocals. I love it. The songs have been going through my head while I sleep! Bravo!
NAME: Richard
LOCATION: Stratford, Ontario, Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/17/2001
Time: 3:04:34 PM
COMMENTS
Thank you, Jack, for "Shadows in the air." It is definitely going to be a contender for my personal "Best of 2001" list.
NAME: Gary hudson
LOCATION: Northampton
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/2001
Time: 10:19:40 AM
COMMENTS
always been a big admirer of jack, what a musician, if i could play just a little bit like him, i'd give up the day job...........thanks man.......for all the great times you give
NAME: John Beeken
LOCATION: Seattle
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/18/2001
Time: 11:35:42 AM
COMMENTS
I've listened to Shadows a few more times, and I find it absolutely riveting. Per Dennis' request: Most commercial: 1. Dark Heart-Go with your strength! If you could get airplay for it on the right stations, this could be a big winner. 2.White room- upbeat, a little catchier sounding than Sunshine. 3.Windowless rooms-nice hooks and beat. 4.Heart Quake.
My faves:(This is tough- I like everything on this CD- a rarity!) 1. Dark Heart- I'm hearing this over and over in my dreams- that's something that doesn't happen very often! This is as close to perfection as it gets in "popular" music. 2.Directions Home 3.Out into the fields 4.He the richmond Once again- thanks and congratulations!
NAME: Jeff Jarvis
LOCATION: Seattle, WA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/19/2001
Time: 3:15:49 PM
COMMENTS
I've just gotten "Shadows in the Air"and love it of course...and this keeps my JB discography complete and current. Not long ago I got a copy of Kip Hanrahan's 2-disc tribute to Paul Haines,"Darn It". I was very excited at the prospect of Jack playing with Paul Bley having read that they both appeared on the recording. Bley did the best ever recording featuring Jaco Pastorius and I was enthralled at the notion of Jack Bruce on electric bass with Paul Bley on keyboards. Alas, they appear on seperate tracks, but beautiful work by both of these great artists!
NAME: Steve
LOCATION: Canberra, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/21/2001
Time: 7:58:48 AM
COMMENTS
Jack - Ever since I bought my first album in 1969 (The Best of Cream) your music has inspired me, and I just wanted to thank you for that. Continually play the old stuff and the new stuff's brilliant - never stop. Its still not too late to come to Australia. Steve
NAME: Thomas Rohner
LOCATION: 46519 Alpen, germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/21/2001
Time: 10:31:05 AM
COMMENTS
Hi, my name is Thomas, I'm 49 years young, Aikido teacher (a japanese peaceful martial art). I'm playing a little bit electric bass (hobby) and singing with my wife (just for fun). I like your music since the "Cream" days. It's so full of inspiration, love and power that I've never stopped listening. Hope you'll be going on! My very best wishes for you and your art!
Are there more concerts in Germany than listed in the schedule? Maybe in the region called "Ruhrgebiet"?
Sorry, I'm not so good in writing english.
See you as a member of the audience in a concert! Ciao
NAME: Michael and Angelika
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon, USA
ADDRESS: mstout [at] SpiritOne [dot] com
Date: 8/21/2001
Time: 5:13:17 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, the new CD sounds fresh and exciting. It never ceases to amaze us how many ideas you have and how well these ideas sound when you put them on tape. You are amongst the rarest who just get better with age. We're waiting patiently to host you here in the magnificent Pacific Northwest, since you've only been through here with Ringo. Please visit on this trip. Best wishes and love-- Mike & Angelika
NAME: george schroeder
LOCATION: balto. md. usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/21/2001
Time: 10:11:58 PM
COMMENTS
really didn't want to take up fan space but felt compelled..once again my bro has come up with a "gem" where and how, God only knows..a tape of a session,with you,allan ,tony, webster lewis,some chick vocalists(tony's girlfriend at the time??)from mid 70's,of course i think it's fab,and i'm aware how you relished your time with tony,so i'd be happy to send the tape to you if you don't have it!just got 2 copies of bass player,very nice,very special!!hope the tour makes it to the states!!i welled up with emotion reading the article! keep it hot and squeelin jack!regards george
NAME: Tom Martin
LOCATION: South Carolina, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/22/2001
Time: 2:13:15 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: James Hill
LOCATION: Toronto, Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/22/2001
Time: 2:47:56 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack,
I'm still floored by your stuff. It's real music. The old stuff is the best. If you or any of your associates could let me know where to find stuff like "Automatic" or "Things we like" I'd appreciate it.
Cheers, James Hill
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: Kongtropolis
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/22/2001
Time: 5:03:25 PM
COMMENTS
Bob - I share your yearnings to hear and feel, again, the thundercrack that was Cream...but our hero needs to live in his present. And we, as the recipients of his talents, owe him at least that much. Nothing is/was ruined, other than our preconceptions. Judge not, lest ye be. In other words, get over it and live for the present and future. Anyway, who knows - 'Ol Lizard Eyes may yet bore (even) himself back into action, assuming then-current relevance for all 3. It's a tall order, though - our champion plays on a much vaster plain.
NAME: Ron Gamble
LOCATION: Pennsylvania,USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/22/2001
Time: 8:25:39 PM
COMMENTS
Hi, I was wondering if Russ tillman at Chronicles records is going to remaster Jacks first 5 albums meaning, Songs for a Tailor,Things we like,Harmony Row,Out of the Storm, and The Jack Bruce Band. Have you heard any Rumors ? After all Eric's, Cream, even Ginger Bakers Albums have been done. Thanks Ron
NAME: Dan Keegan
LOCATION: Cheverly Maryland
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/23/2001
Time: 7:34:41 AM
COMMENTS
I agree with PLee,the past was great,but its past.Our champion does play on vast plane.Get on board. Jack,play on,and on,and on............... Dan
NAME: James Hill
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/23/2001
Time: 6:21:14 PM
COMMENTS
Hello again Jack
Silly me sent the same message twice the other day but as I've only just logged on... whatever! Your music goes beyond pop. "escalator...." proves that even though that wasn't entirely your project. This PLee fellow seems to know exactly what your music is all about & I admire him for his knowledge. I know what your music's about too & if I were Jack Bruce I'd be collaborating with that Mike Mantler fellow as well as Gary & Clem & create music that would fry even the narrowest of musical minds.
P.S.
WB&L & Mountain are still the Kings of hard rock.!
Cheers,
James Hill
NAME: Howard Johnston
LOCATION: Chester - England
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/24/2001
Time: 8:16:42 AM
COMMENTS
I have just been perusing the JB Guestbook and I am amazed to read Bob Inman's comments about "Shadows In The Air"; as I'm sure a lot of other fans will be.
Obviously, he is entitled to his opinions, but I think he dismisses it far far too quickly. It is entirely a matter of taste as to whether "S.I.T.A." is Jack's best offering to date - BUT - it is certainly ONE of his best. In my opinion it is an excellent record and compares well with his other solo releases. It has wonderful production, and, as always with Jack's records an interesting mix of compositions and unusual arrangements. Of course with such classics as "Harmony Row", "How's Tricks", "A Question Of Time", (and all the others) already under his belt - he has set such a continually high standard to follow. But he always succeeds.
In this instance he has done a great job. I think "S.I.T.A." truly represents where he is now as a musician and songwriter. It combines all the various dimensions of his past interests: Rock; Blues; Jazz; and ballads in a seamless manner. It reflects not just the success of his songwriting partnership with Pete Brown, but also how his compositions with Kip Hanrahan have ripened. It is Jack Bruce in 2001 continuing to demonstrate that a serious musician must progress and develop (as he always has) whilst remaining both faithful to his roots, and respectful of his past. I can't make up my mind which track I like best at the moment - it's a toss-up between "Dark Heart" and "Directions Home".
Of course it's also nice to see Eric, Gary and the others contributing and enriching the process.
So comparisons with Cream seem entirely pointless to me. Cream were of course monumentally important. We all LOVE that band. In my opinion they were the finest and most original rock band ever to emerge from these islands. I could spend all day discussing their brilliance, but what's the point? It was afterall 33 years ago. You can't blame Jack (and the others) from wanting to draw attention to other aspects of their careers - especially the present.
Jack remains interesting because he has continually changed and evolved. There are a whole string of artists and bands who get locked in some kind of timewarp - just retreading the same old ground. This is ultimately a waste of time - you have to move on and explore. Creativity goes hand-in-hand with innovation.
That's what I think anyway.
I would also like to say that along with Ron Gamble, I too would like to see reissued/remastered versions of his solo albums (perhaps with extra tracks)also including the posthumous release of "Jet Set Jewel" in its entirety. It is worth pointing out that Polygram have already given "Songs For a Tailor" a remastered overhaul. Perhaps there is also scope for an updated (and more comprehensive) version of "Willpower" (perhaps with more previously unreleased tracks)and definitely the aborted collection of blues recordings Jack was making in the late 1980s.
Finally, if it is permitted - and I must admit it is an entirely self-indulgent request - perhaps Jack might consider a project along the following lines some day. Of all the artists in the 1990s who released an acoustic "Unplugged" set, only a very few succeeded in pulling it off in my opinion. Eric did, and so did Neil Young and perhaps one or two others. Jack's material and his multi-instrumental abilities lend themselves perfectly to this format. I'm surprised he hasn't tried it out thus far.
I think it would fit in very nicely with the latin /percussive approach he now favours, and there are many many songs which would work very well in this respect. Some could be acoustic guitar-based; some piano-based; some featuring the acoustic bass; and of course one or two on the harmonica. Arguably it is an extension of the direction he had already started upon with "Monkjack".
Of course the title for such a project is obvious: Jack Bruce - "UnJackPlugged" .... Just a thought.
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: SimianCity
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/24/2001
Time: 9:40:01 AM
COMMENTS
If Jack, Ging 'n Gramps were to so much as to publicly fart together, the reissues would come roaring out. Ain't no love story.
NAME: eric
LOCATION: england
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/24/2001
Time: 9:07:30 PM
COMMENTS
hey Pete...you`re back??! why don`t you post your bullshit on some other site.
NAME: Paul Fuller
LOCATION: Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/25/2001
Time: 7:04:57 AM
COMMENTS
G'Day Guys, Justa few comments about what has been said about J.B's new album . I personally love the cd. I really like the remakes of the old tracks, but I must admit to preferring the original of " He The Richmond". Jack's open tuned guitars sound lovely on the old cd ( and record ) " Songs For A Tailor " . As most people have said , Mr Bruce continues to exband as a musician and song writer . We have to remember that he is no longer a young man , and that something as huge as Cream will not happen . So what ? We still have several brilliant solo albums to enjoy , as well as the old stuff . I love Jimi Hendrix , but if he was still with us , I bet his music would be very toned down from what it was in the '60s. We all get older , taste comes with age . Jack Bruce's music is timeless , all great art is. Paul.
NAME: PLee
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/26/2001
Time: 8:15:29 PM
COMMENTS
Eric - keep checking. It's therapeutic.
NAME: Dan Keegan
LOCATION: Cheverly Maryland
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/27/2001
Time: 8:50:08 AM
COMMENTS
Oh boy,some history between PLee and Eric.I'm gonna stay tuned.
NAME: Joe Caputo
LOCATION: the Watchung Hills of Jersey
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/28/2001
Time: 12:31:27 PM
COMMENTS
Thank you, Jack, for all the notes, the splendid grooves and the earthy tones.
NAME: Lyn Beardsall
LOCATION: Classic Pictures, Shepperton Studios
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/29/2001
Time: 10:22:02 AM
COMMENTS
Love the site. Well laid out and packed with useful information. Fantastic biograhpy!!!
NAME: Rudolf Günther
LOCATION: Berlin
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/29/2001
Time: 11:31:41 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,if it´s possible somehow bring out your Album "Out Of The Storm" on CD - PLEASE !
NAME: Russcular
LOCATION: Newport News,Va.
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/29/2001
Time: 5:29:35 PM
COMMENTS
Checked into this site a few hours ago only to find that Shadows was in the stores.Credit card in hand rushed to the store and grabbed the soul copy,12 pack in hand placed disc into sound system.Thank you Jack,Eric and all. Great percussion section.If we can't have Ginger this new format works well for your music.Bravo
NAME: Dave Boyce
LOCATION: Wirral UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/31/2001
Time: 9:55:34 AM
COMMENTS
Before joining Cream as Road Manager, BOB ADCOCK was Road Manager for the early 60s Liverpool R&B Band The Roadrunners, if he is still working for Jack Bruce or you have a contact for him please pass on this message as we would love to hear from him.
NAME: Ed Toad
LOCATION: Bridgeton, NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 8/31/2001
Time: 10:45:12 PM
COMMENTS
The majestic beauty of Jack Bruce's music comes not so much from where he puts the notes, as much as it derives from where he puts the spaces. Listening to Jack's music is like viewing a 3-D picture; it has depth and perspective. Most rock music can make you tap your foot; Jack's music can make you cry. He is rock's Bach. There is no finer musician on planet Earth than Jack Bruce. Thank you, Jack, for the pleasure your music has brought to my ears and my soul!
NAME: kevin ryan
LOCATION: fring, norfolk, uk
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/2/2001
Time: 3:45:17 PM
COMMENTS
great to see the website. a fitting tribute to someone whose music continues to inspire me in my paintings thirty four years after first seeing him perform.(at wallington town hall)... can we get hold of the chris welch book here in the uk? and any other publications? i believe jack was writing his autobiography, publisher sidgwick & kackson but although I placed an order the book never seemed to materialise. any info on this? rgds
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: Wallabi Point Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/3/2001
Time: 12:51:47 AM
COMMENTS
Shadows In The air Survey Results Well the 31st August 2001 has passed and it's time to tally up the results. My thanks to those who participated your input was greatly appreciated. Dark Heart was clearly the favoured track in both categories. The results were : Top 4 Personal Choices : 1.Dark Heart 2.Directions Home 3.Heart Quake 4.White Room
Top 4 Commercial Choice : 1.Dark Heart 2.Heart Quake 3 Sunshine of Your Love , White Room & Directions Home 4 52 nd Street (very close between 3rd and 4th).
Of the two surveys combined the results were : 1.Dark Heart 2.Directions Home 3.Heart Quake 4.White Room Cheers Dennis ....................................................
NAME: Paul MC Naught
LOCATION: Toronto,Ontario,Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/4/2001
Time: 7:23:13 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack,
thanks for the new music, what a treat
as all your music is. Please come to Toronto when
you next tour North America!! Keep making great
music for us.
Paul.
NAME: TAKAKO
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/5/2001
Time: 9:17:04 AM
COMMENTS
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NAME: Kevin and Janette OCarroll
LOCATION: Arrochar, Scotland
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/5/2001
Time: 6:19:37 PM
COMMENTS
Excellent no-nonsense website...only just discovered it! See you at the Fruitmarket, Glasgow, Oct 6. Cheers!
NAME: Norik
LOCATION: USA/Armenia
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/5/2001
Time: 9:07:17 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I'd like to use this apportunity to express my and also friends of mine deep respect to all of your great works with and without Cream. Since 1968 we were listening and understanding beauty of unknown to us music. And since then in small country of Armenia was born fan club of Cream lovers. I can't not mention our endless love to Eric and Ginger, they will be forever the best. Thank You Jack for your cristal clear music.
NAME: Richard Myron
LOCATION: Paris, France
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/6/2001
Time: 12:53:03 PM
COMMENTS
Jack has always been my favorite!
NAME: Mike Dantone
LOCATION: Pittston, Pa., U.S.
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/6/2001
Time: 7:17:09 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, you are the greatest of all time. I started playing bass right after I heard crossroads,and spoonful when Wheels just came out. I just purchased a Warwick fretted 4 Corvette. No matter what song I`m playing in our local band, the guys tell me it sounds like you. Your agressive style has been a great influence on me. I saw you play at the Station in Wilkes- Barre, Pa. back in the 80`s. Can`t wait for the new album and maybe the tour. Keep on jammin`
NAME: joe polizzi
LOCATION: highland mills, ny usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/7/2001
Time: 9:53:18 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, I've been a huge fan for over 30 years, you're still the world's number one singer/bassist, I've learned a lot from listening to your music. Will you be touring in the U.S. soon?
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/8/2001
Time: 1:36:24 PM
COMMENTS
Hey, Howard Johnston of Chester, England - Jack did his version of Unplugged in Edinburgh and at the QEH in London prior to the release of Monkjack. It contained the Monjack material but also he did piano versions of lots of material from down the ages as I think he uses the piano mainly to compose his excellent songs. Sorry you missed it - it was excellent!! Perhaps he can be persuaded to do it again some time - what about it Jack? Go see him on his October gigs - the new band is brilliant as is the material. See you at Manchester, Howard on the 7th October!!!
JB
NAME: Schmidt Manfred
LOCATION: Vienna/Austria
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/8/2001
Time: 6:20:31 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! Plaese mailing me the lyrics from "Send for me". CD "Knights for the blues table" Cyril Davies. Thank you! Manfred
NAME: Todd Leslie
LOCATION: Santa Barbara, CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/9/2001
Time: 11:49:39 AM
COMMENTS
I just gotta say that "Shadows in the Air" is fantastic! It is a showcase of the broad range of Jack's musical talent.
Bravo Jack!
Todd
NAME: John Park
LOCATION: Limington, Maine, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/9/2001
Time: 10:04:10 PM
COMMENTS
Any tour dates scheduled for the USA especially in the Northeast region. I'd be particularly interested in finding out so as to make arrangements to attend. Love your music. JPark 09/09/01
NAME: Nipa Nieminen
LOCATION: Helsinki Finland
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/10/2001
Time: 1:42:42 AM
COMMENTS
Thank you Jack. Love & Peace. Nipa
NAME: barry richard
LOCATION: bergen norway
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/10/2001
Time: 7:23:49 AM
COMMENTS
cheers jack great to here your version of he the richmond acustic dot music. where can i get the tab or do i have to sit for hours to work it out.great song.what about the consul at sunset,very underated. keep on doing it
NAME: roberto
LOCATION: italia
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/10/2001
Time: 1:54:35 PM
COMMENTS
Does anybody in Italy know somethin'about the Milan's Alcatraz date on 18th October? I've phoned there but they DON'T know anythin' about JB's new tour.... PLEASE HELP!!!!
NAME: Douglas McLeod
LOCATION: Glasgow Scotland
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/10/2001
Time: 5:35:36 PM
COMMENTS
Jack's first three albums after leaving Cream were brilliant, but I had lost touch with his recordings since 'How's Tricks'. I'm really enjoying 'Shadows in the Air'. Jack's voice is still great and I'm really looking forward to seeing him again when he comes back (home) to Glasgow on 6th October to play at The Fruitmarket. I would be interested to know of any other gems I may have missed in the intervening years.
NAME: Gerd Zeilinger
LOCATION: Austria
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/11/2001
Time: 5:12:15 AM
COMMENTS
I´m very sorry that the 2001 JB tour schedule does not show any dates in Austria or Vienna - I´ve seen great performances from Jack here in the past.
NAME: Steve Hamelink
LOCATION: Montabaur, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/11/2001
Time: 2:34:00 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, I saw you playing with Ringo´s Allstars 2 years ago in Stuttgart. It was fuckung funny and great. Anyway, I´m also doing music consulting for MODERNE WELT, your tour-agency for the October tour in Germany, and I would like to please you look for www.rosanna-zelia.com, if you like them. I have proposed them being your support in Germany in Oct. Hope to hear from you soon.
Steve
NAME: Paul Watkins
LOCATION: Hereford, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/13/2001
Time: 8:18:59 AM
COMMENTS
Jack's playing with Cream inspired me to take up the bass nearly 30 years ago. I'm still playing! The most under-recognised British musician of them all. Thanks
NAME: Ken Brody
LOCATION: San Diego, Ca.
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/13/2001
Time: 12:01:25 PM
COMMENTS
Where can I get a CD of Out of the Storm. I can't find it anywhere.
NAME: Ethem Cetintas
LOCATION: Salisbury
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/14/2001
Time: 8:24:47 AM
COMMENTS
Saw you a few times with Cream in my youth, knocked me out for six and never got over the performence to this day. So glad to see you're still there for us Jack as so many have gone.... Will be there for your concert in Bournemouth on October.
NAME: Phil Murphy
LOCATION: Stalybridge, UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/15/2001
Time: 8:27:32 AM
COMMENTS
What a great White Room on Shadows! Wheels of Fire is still a brilliant album and I listen to it often - I'm on my fourth copy! But time moves on and I'm delighted Jack's finally coming north again. I was turned away at Sheffield Student's Union in 1970 cos I was too young, then went down to Hyde Park in 1971 and tried camping out, but was foiled by the police, then saw Lifetime in Sheffield and since then I've never been where he's performing. It has been a long wait, but I will not be disappointed. Do it again soon, Jack.
NAME: Barry Seigel
LOCATION: St Peters,Mo.,USA.
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/15/2001
Time: 10:00:19 AM
COMMENTS
Jack,
Finally got a copy of Shadows in the Air. The way that you used the drums and percussion throughout the album was incredible. As a writer you always seem to be able to take it to the next level. Like the first time that I heard "Politician". The most profound statement coming from the simplest thought. As I have listened to your work over the years, that appears to be your trademark. "As you Said" is another shining example of that.
Anyway, I just wanted to let you know that there is one more satisfied listener of yours out there. Thanks, again, for your time.
Barry Seigel.
NAME: rick a
LOCATION: boston,ma.
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/16/2001
Time: 6:37:50 PM
COMMENTS
Great web site!! As a fan since sunshine of your love,all I can say is that I'm still enjoying Jacks music,new and old. The new album is great. I find myself playing it over and over. White room with the percussion comes across as a totally new song and the new songs are great! Glad to see out over the fields. It's better than the original. For years there have been rumors of a complete unreleased album with Tony Williams. Has anybody ever heard any of it?
NAME: kosta
LOCATION: brazil
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/18/2001
Time: 8:19:45 AM
COMMENTS
yeah iheard about that record...supposedly it was recorded in sweden in mid seventies and features someone called "tequila" on vocals.another interesting album(it's a video actually)is something called SUPERSHOW 69 or something like that.Jack plays bass with Buddy Guy and Buddy Miles.
NAME: Alexis Roman
LOCATION: Valparaíso, Chile, SouthAmerica
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/20/2001
Time: 10:11:34 PM
COMMENTS
I will try to write in english.
I am the leader voice and the bassman of a band in my city. the name's band is MITOMANOS and we play a lot of Cream songs.
It would be a dream for us to have any contact with any Cream member.
I want to thank you for give me the chance to sing the real lyrics of many great songs.
Eric Clapton is coming for second time to our country, Chile, after almost fifteen years. I wish I could go to his concert, I don't know by now.
Please don't forget me and remember that we (the band) will wait any contact. We really love Cream music (specially live performances).
Good bye and thank you wherever you are...
NAME: Frank Mena
LOCATION: North Hollywood, CA.
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/22/2001
Time: 10:40:20 PM
COMMENTS
HI Jack Bruce, You are a man of volumes,and where does a long time fan begin who has had many years of great musical memories , many trivia questions , and just a helluva lot of fun . I think Cream was one of the great "Wonders of the World", three guys who were like three pieces of a puzzle , the three corners of a musical pyramid that provided so much for so many , then went out with a bang like a great comet . Cream was the "James Dean" of Rock and Roll, too fast too live and to young to die". But of the three , as much as I dug Eric and Ginger, I was blown away by the depth , the fire, the versality and heart of your musicianship and have followed your exciting journey of so many musical roads. I jusy want say "Thanks Jack", for opening my mind to so many different styles of music and culture. You are a "Jack"-of all musical trades(instrmentally speaking),but a master of one------ THE BASS
Frank Mena
{P.S.- Does anybody remember whatever happened to that short two-subject biography film of Jack and Pederovsky, that started off with Jack sitting on a cliff overlooking the ocean's crashing waves strumming this giant black acoustic guitar and wearing this massive black hat , the eery strumming broke into Rope Ladder to the Moon. It was awesome. I'm assuming that was Jack's old island of Sanda).
F.M.
NAME: Carl Edwards
LOCATION: San Diego, CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/23/2001
Time: 1:11:25 PM
COMMENTS
Wonderful page. If anybody deserves a proper webpage, it's Jack! Still the best there is, what a pleasure to hear the new album! Keep up the good work.
NAME: Ed Ferguson
LOCATION: northeastern ohio
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/24/2001
Time: 7:13:18 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, I've really enjoyed your music, (to say the least) your bass playing is like no other. Of all the music I listen to yours is found in my player most of all. I hope to check out the 'HOT FLASH' stuff you've been working on. Man would I love to see that show! Hey speakin' of HOT FLASH, I had the great pleasure of seein' Dennis Chambers with CAB last 4th of July weekend. W O W ! and Brain Auger was smokin' on those keys. Jack, hope to see you soon in Cleveland Ohio. Keep up the GREAT work!
PEACE, LOVE AND HAPPINESS! Ed
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: Wallabi Point, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/24/2001
Time: 7:57:54 PM
COMMENTS
To Jack and to all that are embarking on the "Shadows In The Air" tour.Have a great time. I'm sure you will be warmly welcomed and the concerts will be well supported with capacity crowds of fans and friends who have been looking forward to seeing you again or for many the first time. I'm sure that the expense associated with a tour of such proportions will be outweighed by growing CD sales of your masterful new release plus the older ones still in print as well as associated merchandising. Your tour of the US will be a blessing ,and give our friends something positive to look forward to and enjoy and take their mind off their current despair (even if it's only for a short time). To friends in Australia ,it's a moment of a lifetime and for many because of the size of our wonderful country a bit of a logistical nightmare to co-ordinate to ensure we see as much of you and the band as possible. Marc and I and your friends in Oz would endear the opportunity to meet you and the band if that was at all possible maybe over a few lagers (or in Marc and Lorraine's case a few Jack Daniel's) Also as it is the last leg of your tour, Australia is a great holiday destination for a bit of rest and respite ! Kind regards and have a ball. Dennis
NAME: Captain Quornheart
LOCATION: North Saturn Delta (Lancashire)
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/25/2001
Time: 3:52:02 PM
COMMENTS
Will Vernon Reid be playing on the tour?
NAME: Jack
LOCATION: England
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/26/2001
Time: 8:43:18 AM
COMMENTS
Hi! The line up for the Jack Bruce & The Cuicoland Express Tour is: Jack Bruce, Vocals, Bass, Piano, Vernon Reid Guitar, Bernie Worrell, Hammond Organ, Robbie Ameen, Drums, El Negro Horacio Hernandez, Drums and Richie Flores, Congas. Personally I can hardly wait to get going! See you on the Road!
NAME: Lee M
LOCATION: Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/26/2001
Time: 10:00:32 PM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is still my favorite bass player of all time! This is a great website so we fans can find out when you'll be playing a concert we can get to. The only time I saw Jack play live was as part of Ringo's All-Star Band in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, around 1999. What impressed and amazed me was that Jack was passionate and enthusiatic about playing not only his own songs but also the other stars' songs that had very weak basslines, such as Ringo's pop songs. Jack is the only member of Cream who could still match the artistry they displayed on "Wheels of Fire." Hurry on back to Florida, Jack!
NAME: karl lance keeler
LOCATION: concord, california
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/27/2001
Time: 3:11:29 AM
COMMENTS
I have played music for a living for 31 years. still a fan and still learning from jack & ginger.
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/28/2001
Time: 9:51:40 AM
COMMENTS
There's a benefit here on 10/20 at the Garden - a lot people you, Eric and Ginger know will be there.
Now there's nothing thin or patronising.
NAME: Rob Peters
LOCATION: Garden Grove, California
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/28/2001
Time: 4:43:32 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack, From time to time over the past decade, both yourself, Eric Clapton and Ginger Baker have all stated individually your interest in regrouping Cream if the timing and reasons were right. I am suggesting to you that as a result of the tragic events in New York and Washington on September 11, the timing and reasons are now right. What better reason can you find than humanitarian relief aid to the victims of this disaster? An album, a concert, or a series of concerts with the proceeds going to benefit the Red Cross or similar organization, would be a wonderful gesture from the three of you. I hope you will give this idea consideration. Sincerely, Rob Peters
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/28/2001
Time: 5:14:58 PM
COMMENTS
...and if Ginger can't due to INS, IRS, health, whatnot, I can. Derek can reach me.
NAME: Jean-Marc Massé
LOCATION: Paris - France
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/28/2001
Time: 7:49:07 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! I'm 42 and since the first time I saw you with WBL in Paris in 72 your music has always been following me. I just didn't understand a guy could do this with a bass guitar, playing so fast and with such a feeling... Every part of my life is associated with one of your song. Sadness is the root of any creation, and you made with Pete Brown some of the most beautiful songs never writen. Just a question. My english isn't so good so in your first albums with cream or in song for a tailor when you're rolling the "r", is this the scottish accent, or is this a joke? :)
NAME: Jean-Marc Massé
LOCATION: Paris - France
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/28/2001
Time: 7:52:48 PM
COMMENTS
mmm I forgot.. Can someone give me a link or send me the lyrics of "Pollution Woman" on "Why dontcha"?
NAME: Michael J
LOCATION: So Cal, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/29/2001
Time: 7:30:01 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Mr. Bruce, I wanted write you and tell you how much of a fan I am. I am 24 years old, and have been fascinated with you since I first heard Cream 20 years ago. I just got "shadows in the air" and it is lovely. I just wanted to thank you for your music, and for inspiring me. You are the reason I picked up a bass guitar. I absolutely cannot wait till you tour in my area. Hope to see you soon. Thank you, and Take care.
NAME: Elaine and Tony Ferrier
LOCATION: Oxford, UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 9/30/2001
Time: 7:46:02 PM
COMMENTS
Hi all, Just got back from the gig in Cambridge. It was brilliant, we really enjoyed it. All the best for the rest of the tour. From Elaine & Tony.
NAME: Pete Wilkie
LOCATION: Chelmsford
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/1/2001
Time: 4:12:32 AM
COMMENTS
Caught Cambridge gig last night and was blown away!Great band and a great voice. Good luck for rest of tour
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/1/2001
Time: 4:32:46 AM
COMMENTS
If you would like to receive The Cuicoland Express, a free electronic newsletter dedicated to the Great Jack Bruce please write to
NAME: su hwan Ha
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/1/2001
Time: 8:34:55 AM
COMMENTS
hi..
i'm korean..bass man^^
i like you!!
you are great basist..
NAME: Jackie
LOCATION: Acton
ADDRESS: goodwins'acton53.freeserve.co.uk
Date: 10/1/2001
Time: 1:59:23 PM
COMMENTS
Oh Wow!!!! The concert last night was ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC. We could have listened and watched for eve! I am very envious of the people going to Shepherds Bush tonight. If you haven't got tickets yet. GET THEM NOW !!!! It was an amazing experience! Well done Jack and everyone you are SOOOOO talented Keep Rocking Love Jackie John and BobXX
NAME: Miss smith
LOCATION: Planet Earth
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/2/2001
Time: 3:20:26 AM
COMMENTS
Lovely Royal Elastics
NAME: mic dixon
LOCATION: london
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/2/2001
Time: 3:48:32 AM
COMMENTS
Shepherds Bush Empire was 'awesome' - just so so magic - thanks for coming Jack - a 'bunch of old mates' yeah - but ready for more - anytime.
NAME: david betts
LOCATION: isle of wight. england
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/2/2001
Time: 11:08:31 AM
COMMENTS
2.10.01 should be seeeing jack in bournmouth tonight, but concert cancelled due to lost voice, what a major dissapointment, have waited nearly 30 years for this , please let me know if jack will re schedule this concert in the next year, it is a must for me.imaginery western is my favorite song of all time. will there be any concert from jack in sothern england in the next 12 months.
feeling very sorry for myself at this moment.
NAME: Bill Perchard
LOCATION: Jersey ,Channel Islands, UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/2/2001
Time: 1:00:43 PM
COMMENTS
My first experince of JB was with the Graham Bond Org in 1965. I have a copy of "Sound of 65" album which Jack, Ginger, Graham & Dick signed for me in the Concorde Club, Southampton, England. Everybody realised Graham in particular had a heroin habit, but I was shocked to read in "The Mighty Shadow" by Harry Shapiro that he was probably also a paedophile. Has Jack commented on this aspect of Graham's personality?
NAME: Jack
LOCATION: On The Road
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/3/2001
Time: 5:40:56 AM
COMMENTS
To David Betts and the other disappointed of Bournemouth: I was so sorry to have to cancel the Bournemouth show. It is not something I ever do lightly. I am hoping to re-schedule the gig for summer 2002. All the other gigs are happening! Once again, apologies.
NAME: Phillip Arena
LOCATION: Perth, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/3/2001
Time: 10:04:16 AM
COMMENTS
Having played bass for almost 30 years, I've been a fan of Jack for a long time. Unfortunately, I was bitterly disapppointed when Jack cancelled his appearance in the Australian 'Ultimate Rock Experience'. My partner and I had waited a long time for this and although the concert was ok, we walked out when it was clear that Jack wasn't to perform. As we were unemployed at the time, I went to court to try and obtain a refund for the expensive concert ticket price, but failed.It was a shame we were not told of Jack's decision until after the concert. Despite this, Jack is nothing short of a phenemona.......one day I hope to see him perform! He is an inspiration to hear.
Regards
Phil
NAME: Al McIvor Dean
LOCATION: Denver, Norfolk, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/3/2001
Time: 4:51:33 PM
COMMENTS
Stunning gig at Cambridge Cornex last Sunday - been listening to Jack's stuff since the 60s but our first time at a JB gig. Well worth the wait. Keep on rockin' Jack - we'll be back to see you and that supreme band of yours again. All the best for the rest of the tour. Al & Sharon (P.S. The new album is excellent)
NAME: Ian Booty
LOCATION: Peterborough
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/4/2001
Time: 10:24:21 AM
COMMENTS
Enjoyed the Gig at Nottingham last night. Sorry it was half empty,or to be positive half full! Shadows in the Air is the album of the year. I know it sounds crass but having seen EC earlier in the year and now JB you are both playing at your peak. You know what comes next!
NAME: ann-marie and kevin ryan
LOCATION: kings lynn, norfolk
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/4/2001
Time: 1:48:11 PM
COMMENTS
really enjoyed the show at cambridge but next time try and put kings lynn's corn exchange on your schedule. the acoustics are so much better than cambridge's. keep thumping that warwick....
NAME: Martin Fulker
LOCATION: Bournemouth U.K.
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/4/2001
Time: 5:43:00 PM
COMMENTS
Very dissapointed when Jack had to cancel - it will be a dream come true to hear my musical hero play live. I hope the gig down here really can be sorted for the summer. All jack-ets try www.tonepoets.co.uk for some bruce influenced 5 string warick bass playing!
NAME: BOB
LOCATION: Newcastle upon Tyne
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 4:24:16 AM
COMMENTS
GREAT SHOW IN NEWCASTLE LAST NIGHT
NAME: Shane
LOCATION: Adelaide, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 6:46:34 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, please don't give Adelaide a miss on the Australian tour. As many others have found, the audiences here are worth the effort.
NAME: Dave Oswald
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 11:28:00 AM
COMMENTS
Shepherds Bush Empire Monday 1st October 2001
Line up: Jack, Vernon Reid, Bernie Worrell, Robbie Ameen, Horacio Hernandez and Richie Flores
What an enjoyable night. Monumental really. It was even better than The Jazz Cafe in June. The new songs sounded more lived in and the musicians were more confident. Jack looked really happy and his singing has never sounded better, ever. Not in my experience anyway.
Opening number was Surge — 3 drummers playing on stage first then joined by Reid and Worrell. Jack came on last and burst into his bass playing and vocals. Very loud (it was all night). This song is sounding a lot better live than on CD.
Next up was Out Into The Field. Utterly fantastic. Bernie Worrell and Vernon Reid appeared far more at ease than they were earlier in the year. Jacks singing was so good.
52nd Street was next and was great too.
Followed next by This Angers a Liar. Jack was really into this powerful blues and sang it to bits. Magical.
Heart Quake had Jack at piano and suddenly you realised that this was a special night for Jacks voice. I realised I had never heard him so much in control, so powerful, so creative and so intense. It was spell binding.
Mucho cheers for a powerful Sunshine. Great interplay between Bernie and Vernon. Sometimes you wernt too sure who was playing what. Great stuff.
And then, wait for it.... Theme for an Imaginary Western.... as we all know one of his best songs. Absolutely breathtaking. I was close to tears. Jack sang it so perfectly. Things were going from great to even greater.
Bernie and Jack then on their own for Milonga. Another emotional tour de force.
Back with the bass and it was Dancing On Air. After the previous few songs this one was just average.
Windowless Rooms is not one of my favourites on the album, but this version was absolutely amazing. It was played with utter conviction and was so intense. Boy can our man sing and play the blues.
Mr Flesh, I can still live without.
Back to piano and a staggeringly powerful version of Dark Heart. Jacks singing here was mesmerising. He was all over the place, in the best of senses. Was this even better than Theme? Vernon Reid thought so as he lead the applause as we tried to draw breath.
And then another incredible rendition of White Room although here I thought the Jazz Cafe version was slightly superior. We are talking in realms of utter excellence however. It was sheer, bloody brilliant.
Musicians leave stage. As if we would let them away with that.
Back they came and began with a bit of spikey, quiet improv, big chords. Should I recognize this? Then he stepped up to the microphone............. "Please open your eyes.........." Bleedin Nora............. Were Going Wrong. My mate George and I looked at each other and just shook our heads. Its right up there in both our minds as one of Creams (Jack's) best songs. And here it was being sung and layed with such intensity, feeling and power. The percussion was great, Bernie and Vernon were great. But Jack was someplace else. This was the highpoint. It was absolutely mind blowing. Check out the relevance of Jack's ( Not Pete Brown) simple lyrics. Possibly the best song performance I have ever seen. We were in the right place at the right time. This is as good as it gets. I am telling you.
How do you follow that. Play a blinding version of Politician thats what. It was just so good. It went on for a while and we didnt want it to stop. What a performance.
They drifted out with a weirdy version of the end bits of 52nd Street. Jack just walked off. I think he was knackered. Im not surprised. It was a night of unrestrained playing and singing. An emotional roller-coaster. His stuff is so intense.
Thanks Jack, it was the best.
Dave Oswald 5/10/2001
NAME: daveandpennysutherland
LOCATION: nottingham
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 1:49:35 PM
COMMENTS
Nottingham gig very exciting; a bit too innovative for those who came expecting a Cream revival concert but don`t they know that creative talents like Miles Davis, Bob Dylan and John Lennon don`t stay in one place but move (or moved)on. So does Jack Bruce. Jack`s last visit to the City fourteen years ago in the company of Dick Heckstall-Smith and Norman Beaker`s band was the best gig we have seen in over thirty years of club and concert going. Play on!
NAME: Stu
LOCATION: Newcastle upon tyne
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 3:00:08 PM
COMMENTS
Saw the gig at Newcastle Playhouse last night, immense ! What a player what a band. I have never been so excited in all of my life, It's my first time at seeing Jack The gig has made a 39 yr old Jack Bruce / Cream freak really happy.
NAME: LJC
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 3:50:56 PM
COMMENTS
My copy of "Harmony Row" is old and scratched. When will it be released on CD?
NAME: roberto
LOCATION: Brescia
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 4:19:41 PM
COMMENTS
I'would like to see jack play timeslip in Milan !!!!!
NAME: jimmy grgic
LOCATION: rijeka croatia
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/5/2001
Time: 5:56:46 PM
COMMENTS
I would like to see Jack Bruce show desperately! There is no tickets at Trieste, Italy! (Want to see Milan show!!!) Could somebody help me to buy two tickets? "Shadows in the air" is CD of the year! Jack, thank you for great vibrations & energy you feed us!
NAME: Jeff Balmer
LOCATION: Newcastle upon Tyne
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/6/2001
Time: 2:33:04 PM
COMMENTS
Saw Jack Bruce Band on 5th, brilliant have waited almost 30 years to see a Cream concert, this was the next best thing. Jack played his heart out and really seamed to enjoy playing with his current band. Keep it up.
NAME: k middleton
LOCATION: govan gl asgow
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/7/2001
Time: 7:10:44 PM
COMMENTS
hi jack waited 35 years to see your concert in glasgow it was to much thats two good things thats came out of govan me and you .
NAME: Peter B
LOCATION: Newcastle
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/2001
Time: 5:59:52 AM
COMMENTS
The Newcastle gig was one of the best ever, keep it coming Jack.
Hope you return to the N/E soon!!
NAME: Erb Harald
LOCATION: Nürnberg/Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/2001
Time: 6:51:28 AM
COMMENTS
see you on sunday in roth. hope you have some time for signing the albums i am carrying around. would be great
harald
NAME: Mike Bull
LOCATION: Cambridge, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/2001
Time: 2:06:13 PM
COMMENTS
Being old enough to have seen Cream in Ipswich many years ago, I was looking forward to seeing Jack at Cambridge a couple of weeks ago. I regret to say that the evening was terrible - NOT because Jack was off-form, but because the soundman was incompitant. In the 70s I made my living as a sound engineer, so I have some degree of judgement, but my friend is a bass player and felt exactly the same. The problem was a huge low frequency resonance that made everything into a blur. My thoughts at the time were that the vocal mics were all open, but I'm probably wrong. Sometimes the resonance almost developed into feedback. I'm sorry to be critical like this but Jack should know what calibre his crew are. The Corn Exchange is a difficult venue to set up for, but a graphic equaliser would have notched out the problem easily enough. These days there is no excuse for a bad sound. You should have heard Bill Wyman some months before to see how it's done. regards, Mike Bull
NAME: JohnB
LOCATION: England
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/2001
Time: 3:09:36 PM
COMMENTS
When I read stuff like that coming from Paul Johnston of Denver, I get quite scared!! What is he like? What contribution does he make to the planet? That kind of stuff has no place on Jack's web site.
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/2001
Time: 3:54:17 PM
COMMENTS
I went to see yer man at the Bridgewater Hall in Manchester last night, the 7th October. Unlike a previous contributor, I didn't think it was better than the Jazzcafe gig in July, but it was enjoyable none the less.
A visitor to JB's Guestbook complains about the sound at Cambridge - I too wasn't happy until I sussed out what was wrong. I was quite pleased to have secured a front row, middle seat but I couldn't hear a thing that Bernie or Vernon were playing. I was getting the blast straight from Jack's Hartke rig, plus what was coming out of his monitors and the full percussion ensemble. After a very frustrating Out into the Fields when Vernon's fingers were all over the place and I didn't hear a note (!*!), I vacated my seat and went to the end of a row further back - absolutely fine for the rest of the performance!
The repertoire, with timings (wow - in 24r clock format!) was:- 2015 The Surge, 2021 Out into the Fields, 2026 52nd Street, 2034 Heartquake, 2041 This angers a liar, 2050 Sunshine, 2100 Theme from in Imaginary Western, 2107 Milonga, 2112 Dancing on Air, 2120 Windowless Rooms, 2132 Mr. Flesh, 2136 Dark Heart, 2145 White Room - (Encore) 2155 We're going wrong, 2200 Politician - (2nd Encore) 2210 52nd Street
Criticisms - Dark Heart (possibly my favourite) missed the other bassist from the London gig and took on a different, subtely changed character, which although was interesting in itself, left me a little disappointed. We're going wrong - I had not heard since the Cream Saville theatre gig in the 60s. It was brilliant then and regretably the recorded version did not come any where near it. So I was really looking forward to it. Alas, Vernon Reid's "doodlings" just did not fit!! I've a pretty broad taste in guitarists from "straights" like Clempson, Clapton, Green, Moore to the bizarre like Derek Bailey and Fred Frith, but what Vernon was doing, mmm, seemed, how can I put it, inappropriate for the mood and musical structure of the song. What do others think? I really, really missed Directions Home which was not featured - why no Alfredo? (Glad I'd seen this in the Jazz Cafe)
Anyway, this is sounding like I'm slamming the gig!! It was very enjoyable and it was good to see a good crowd there getting their rocks off. Jack was like a man possessed, giving those fingers and vocal chords a real work out. A magical moment was in Sunshine, when towards the end, Bernie "sang" "I've been waiting so long" in such a deadpan, gruff voice that Jack nearly cracked up laughing!!
A splendid night in spite of the criticisms - hopefully the rest of the world will enjoy an equal or even better performance!! Here's to the next time. All the best Jack and the band!
NAME: Bill Cairns
LOCATION: Shandon, Scotland
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/8/2001
Time: 3:58:21 PM
COMMENTS
Attended the Glasgow gig on Saturday. A great bunch of musicians. Enjoyed the old stuff, but also the new. Sound balance was not too great, and sometimes difficult to make out lyrics - possibly me getting older, like everyone else. Wanted to say however that "We're going wrong" was a complete standout, worth attending the gig for that alone, particularly given the warring noises of the politicians since Sept 11, and rather prophetic, given what happened the following day. I vividly remember TV footage of Cream performimg this against a background of the Vietnam War all those years ago. Thanks for the pleasure of a great evening. Hope you keep going strong.
Bill Cairns
NAME: Derek
LOCATION: Cambridge (USA)
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/9/2001
Time: 11:55:17 PM
COMMENTS
Hi all Brucers,
Thanks for reading and contributing to our steadily growing Guestbook. For the record, I've e-mailed Phil Johnson and told him to fuck *ff . . . excuse me, I meant, to f*ck off. We're all Friends here, members of an extended Family who appreciate Jack and his music, and recognize their inner beauty. I'm sorry the readers have had to deal with trash talk from fools like Phil. In the future I'll continue my policy of erasing such garbage as soon as I see it.
Best wishes to my Brothers & Sisters, Derek (the WebMaster)
NAME: Gerard Whelan
LOCATION: Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 12:41:01 AM
COMMENTS
David Williams and i love Jack and he's music
NAME: Cécile
LOCATION: Paris
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 4:55:31 AM
COMMENTS
It's really a shame Jack's gig in Paris has been cancelled! We all wanted to see him:-(
NAME: Howard Johnston
LOCATION: Chester - England
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 8:15:06 AM
COMMENTS
Went to see Jack and the boys appearing in central Manchester on Sunday last. The Bridgewater Hall is a fantastic venue - small enought to be intimate - large enough to be quite grand - either way it suited the band perfectly as the music was great.
Sitting centrally in the seventh row gave us a great view and an excellent sound. My wife had never seen Jack perform before and was impressed with how animated he was. I explained he is always like that because he lives and breathes his music, and always gives his all in a live performance.
It was a very memorable gig - the first time I've seen Jack since he played at The Grand in Clapham (which was videoed but never surfaced). The whole band played well and the use of so much percussion was decisive in creating such a tremendous groove.
Being a bass player myself, I love to hear the bass mixed up loud - never disappointed in this area. It was nice also to hear so much piano playing by Jack and great to hear "Theme..." once again - which he poignantly dedicated to the late (and much-missed) Felix Pappalardi.
"Sunshine..." and "Politician" still rock these days, and how lovely to hear "Were Going Wrong" again. My only disappointment was the omission of "Directions Home" from the set, but you can't have everything.
What would be great would be a live "Shadows" CD culled from this tour. I wish the band well with the rest of the tour - they clearly enjoyed it every bit as much as the audience.
NAME: anders norrhage
LOCATION: solna,sweden
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 12:10:03 PM
COMMENTS
I just feel more confident myself when I know that you are out there,making good tunes.But,why is it so impossible to make something more of the ending of "Sunshine of your love"? I mean,not specifically "Sunshine of your love", but that "drone" thing,going on one note,one helluva BIG note and going and going.I´m not a musician,so maybe this is an old question,but I miss some kind of really agressive dronemusic,there are of course good examples ,good music,good bands etc. but they all have in common the relaxed ,meditative state of mind,wich is 100% okay and lovely,but the Yardbirds tried ,a 1000 years ago,to make it more aggressive and shaking,and you did it for a few seconds with the ending of "sunshine". I dont know if its possible,but I have always longed for a really drawn out onechorder with infinite acceleration in depth. Go on now and do like I told you! (joke) Best regards Anders
NAME: BERNARD
LOCATION: NICE
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 4:36:04 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Al Fleming
LOCATION: Glasgow - Scotland
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 4:42:19 PM
COMMENTS
I doubt if Jack ever reads this page but I must say that who ever it was that he employed as PA engineers at his recent Fruitmarket gig in Glasgow should have a specialist look at their hearing!! Jack himself performed brilliantly against the combined cacophony of the rhythm section with Vernon Reid on chainsaw! Occasionally, in quieter passages, it was possible to hear Jack's bass (he didn't really need the LED's in the Warwick neck). Because Jack is a loud singer his voice was reasonably audible, but this was to no avail when he stepped over to the keyboard. It was so loud as to drown most of his vocals - and this was on the quieter numbers. Poor Bernie Worrell might as well have settled down to the TV in his hotel room, for all you could hear him. Now, I know that the acoustics in this venue are, well, challenging - but this was a problem of sound balance. I can only presume that the PA engineer had the night off and gave the gig to has partially deaf apprentice. I write this in the hope that someone in Jack's management reads this and can take some action to prevent other fans being disappointed . Good grief, we get little enough chance to see AND hear Jack live, without these rare gigs being marred by avoidable technical oversights. Thanks anyway to Jack and the band for a great show. I can only presume that their onstage monitor engineer did a better job for them than Front-of-House did for the audience! Al Fleming
NAME: BERNARD
LOCATION: NICE FRANCE
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 4:44:08 PM
COMMENTS
WHE CAME FROM NICE FRANCE WITH MY WIFE TO SEE JACK AND HIS FANTASTIC BAND WHAT A GREAT SHOW IN BIRMINGHAM SUNDAY EVENING WHAT AN INCREDIBLE BAND THE SOUND WAS PERFECT AND JACK BETTER THAN EVER THANKS JACK BERNIE VERNON AND ALL THE BAND FOR THIS BEAUTIFUL EVENING WE HOPE TO SEE YOU SOON IN FRANCE LAST BUT NOT LEAST THE BRIDGEWATER HALL IS PROBABLY ONE OF THE BEST VENUE IN EUROPE
NAME: Peter Hartel
LOCATION: Chicago, IL USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/10/2001
Time: 11:27:54 PM
COMMENTS
Great to hear Jack is Back and in good form, loved the acoustic He the Richmond and Interviews on dotmusic. I've always found Jack Bruce's music strangely compelling and love that he remains so forward thinking and avant-garde in his aesthetic and attitude. Is he going to play Chicago on this tour? I surely hope so, I'll be there with bells on! Best Wishes Always, Peter Hartel
NAME: Ewan Rasmusson
LOCATION: Copenhagen
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/11/2001
Time: 1:56:31 PM
COMMENTS
Going to the concert in an hour. Really looking forward to this. There's still tickets to get(?), I'm amazed ;-) I'm hoping to hear "Life on Earth", but anything will do. I've just suddently "gone Jack Bruce". It seems either really beautiful music or a burst of musical energy, but allways the unmistakenly solid talent. ...still tickets to get..! I don't get it ;-)
NAME: Gunter
LOCATION: Bochum, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/11/2001
Time: 4:25:28 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, congratulation to your last CD "Shadows In The Air" it is very good. Also I like to hear you singin' on the D. H-S album "Blues &...". In the discography I found no word about the Crazy Chris Kramer Cd, what is the reason? The Theme From An Imaginary Western is (for me) one of the greatest songs in the history of Rock. Thank you for the music. Regards Gunter
NAME: Juergen Reis
LOCATION: Bremen
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/12/2001
Time: 3:43:34 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, thank you for the grat concert here in Bremen on Monday, this week. Sorry for the "Fans" in the first row. I did enjoy it. Ev'rything. Also for many years now. Lots of oove to you and your great band yours Juergen
NAME: Sue Waters
LOCATION: Manchester england
ADDRESS: YOU KNOW IT !
Date: 10/13/2001
Time: 4:45:26 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: HIROSHI
LOCATION: OSAKA
ADDRESS: Somewhere over Japan
Date: 10/14/2001
Time: 9:51:25 AM
COMMENTS
When will the Japanese dates, as well as US and Australian, be released?
Now I'm afraid if the sorry state of the world these days might put off oversea dates, considering that Jack once said in an interview that the tour would be finished before Christmas, covering the above areas.
This is particularlly a pity because none other than Eric Clapton is to tour Japan between 19/11-15/12. Jack's tour is likely to coincide with Eric's and there is every reason to anticipate that something special might happen on stage considering Eric's dedication to the Shadows in the Air album.
I saw Jack twice--in Osaka in 1992 (the power trio with Bruce Saraseno and Simon Phillips) and in Edinburgh in 1995 (the Monkjack "pianno recital" with Bernie Worrell on Organ) . Through these two entirely different approaches to live performances, I was impressed by Jack's musical diversity.
I hope that Jack will bring to Japan the recent Latin-American approach, another of his many musical phases.
And I also hope to hear again "Theme for an Imaginary Western", cirtainly one of the biggest hidden jems in the history of rock music.
Last but not least:mixed feelings to hear that Jack has to sing "We're Going Wrong" and "Politician", both being great to hear but too serious, heavy and downer choices for encore. Songs for a "Jihad" indeed.
NAME: Jan Williams
LOCATION: Hertfordshire
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/14/2001
Time: 2:43:40 PM
COMMENTS
Went to Cambridge Corn Exchange - took my 14 year old son - both of us thought it was fabulous. Bought the album and haven't stopped listening to it. I've been a great fan since Cream days.
NAME: Jeff Jarvis
LOCATION: Seattle
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/14/2001
Time: 7:16:28 PM
COMMENTS
I took a few days off work to paint the house and loaded the CD deck with the entire collection of Jack's work starting with "Songs from a Tailor" all the way through "Shadows in the Air"...it saw me through!! I even enjoyed the painting! I've loved Jack's work for more than 30 years and it has remained consistently of the highest quality. "Directions Home" on the newest is a work of the highest order. I'm hoping Jack can come to Seattle on his U.S. tour.
NAME: Manfred Assmann
LOCATION: Sachsenbrunn, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/15/2001
Time: 5:50:51 AM
COMMENTS
I saw Jack last night in full action near Nurmberg. What a long distance of time since hearing hem with Cream in 1967 behind the iron curtain on radio, tapes and records. Music is music. Manfred
NAME: Christoph Stahlmann
LOCATION: Cologne, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/15/2001
Time: 11:38:57 AM
COMMENTS
Your gig in Bonn was absolutly great!!! I was totally blown away by the power of your drum section! I never heard someone playing the bass in this way before! I think you're the best player on earth!!! Well, do you think you'll play with Clapton and Baker again? This would be so great!!!! PEACE
NAME: Axel Schmidt
LOCATION: Waldbrunn
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/16/2001
Time: 3:38:53 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, saw your gig last saturday in Bonn and I´m still blown away. A really fantastic version of sunshine, great experience listening to cream only 33 years better ... Thank you so much for your autograph afterwards!!!
Keep on, hope to see you on the road again!
By, Axel.
NAME: Petra Müller
LOCATION: Nürnberg
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/16/2001
Time: 3:10:39 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, October 14th 2001, Roth, Kulturfabrik
last night you gave me some magic moments - with that great show - good spirit - blows my mind away - your band is brillant; i like the guitar player...
thanks for playing in my area - to be honest it was the first time i saw you (live) and hopefully it will not be the last time. Thank you so much. Keep the blues alive! Love, yours Petra (the girl with the dark long hair and the blue jeans jacket - sorry for leaving too early)
Peace
NAME: Thomas Cook Maynard
LOCATION: 1052 Brittany Deanne Ln Knoxville TN, 37922
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/16/2001
Time: 11:51:58 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack. I am your invisible twin brother. I still love Fresh Cream more then any other music with the exception of Crossroads live at the Fillmore. For stress relief, or to simply get movivated for a date, I jam my bass to Crossroads and other favorites. I will love you always and always look up to you as my master.
Love Tom
NAME: Paul Rosano
LOCATION: Cheshire, CT
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/16/2001
Time: 11:58:03 PM
COMMENTS
Jack,
I just noticed a new release, "Doing This ... On Ice." Is this a difference concert than the one on Concert Classics with the Cobham-Sancious-Clempson band?
Love your music. Many thanks.
Paul
NAME: TM
LOCATION: MAINE USA
ADDRESS: IGOTNOEMAIL.COM
Date: 10/17/2001
Time: 2:52:29 PM
COMMENTS
jack is a great bassist and explorer, a real influence. here in the 70's in the us his playing persuaded me to put down my les paul long enough to pick up an ebo and send it roaring through my marshall. if he reads this i hope it helps him to realize he is legendary in new england and should try to do some shows here at some point. thank you.
NAME: george gilkenson
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/17/2001
Time: 8:24:51 PM
COMMENTS
Since 'Cream" and after seeing jack with "West,Bruce and Land' live in Key West, Fla. in 72 while I was in the Navy, I love the guy.. A beautiful voice and great bass player! love the new CD!! Good luck to you, my old friend!! george from Conn.
NAME: Thomas Barton
LOCATION: The Zone at Harmony Row
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/19/2001
Time: 6:14:57 PM
COMMENTS
Hello, Mr. Bruce,
Forgive my feeble attempt at humor. I was delighted to see you grace the cover of this past months Bass Player. Oddly, this held great significance for me. As did your latest release "Shadows in the Air." I would very much like to share a tale with you, Sir. Admittedly, I've been a fan since "Songs for a Tailor." At forty six years of age, one usually does not pen fan mail. Clearly. at this point, I now feel inspired. Thank You, Sir. If you are unable respond, I completely understand. I have a story, no more bizzarre than the life of any other. Simply a story about fate, music, passion....and you, Sir. As my tale isn't short of words, I must beg your indulgence. In closing, I'm hoping to hear from you, Mr. Bruce. There is a degree of tribute to my diatribe which I want to share, but cannot share with the average soul. I can assure you, I harbor no lurid or dark intentions. This is, oddly enough, your story as well as mine....given the understanding my reality has been deeply touched by your presense in my lifetime. I'm just now realizing, I could type away and feel tempted to begin. Having said enough already, may I make one final comment? I admire your ability, sir, to keep your voice as an artist untouched by compromise. In an age where art becomes the mimic and the mimic becomes art, there is much to be said about yor creative presense as a musician and composer. At least from my point of view. Thank you, Sir, for music that continues to bring inspiration and clarity to those of us who feel more inclined to take a moment to listen. Looking forward to hearing from you....okay, I hope to hear from you. Thanking you in advance!!!!....TommyB.
NAME: Christian Stachel
LOCATION: Mainz,Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/20/2001
Time: 4:31:26 AM
COMMENTS
I saw your performance in the Frankfurter Hof in Mainz and i'm absolutely fascinated by the power- full music you and your band played. It was an extraordinary experience to see this fantastic show. Every musician was great. Your wonderful bass and piano playing was unbelievable and just great, the "guitar man" was super and the hamond organ player "did one of the greatest jobs i ever saw". Finally the drums and percussion group was just amazing and it was the best " inspiration base" for your playing i could imagine.
Thank you for this wonderful evening!!!!!! Your Christian
NAME: Jimm Hickey
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/20/2001
Time: 8:41:56 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, Just dropped by to say hello. I've moved to http://www.jimhickey.com if you'd like to drop by and hear some sounds. All the best, JImm
NAME: Kees
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/21/2001
Time: 6:01:33 AM
COMMENTS
NAME: maura
LOCATION: italy
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/22/2001
Time: 8:39:38 AM
COMMENTS
Thank you very much jack for the gig in Milan this week, wow! Your still the greatest bass guitar virtuoso. Thanks also for the photos after the show and your nice words for all of us. I hope you to come again, a kiss from Italy
NAME: Jan Vervoorn
LOCATION: Nieuwkoop - the Netherlands
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/22/2001
Time: 12:33:13 PM
COMMENTS
Jack,
The concert in Amsterdam was fantastic!! Thanks to you and the other musicians. You'r not going wrong but really strong!
NAME: Harold Verweij
LOCATION: Netherlands
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/23/2001
Time: 3:13:31 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack ! I was on the front row in the Melkweg Amsterdam last sathurday (not the smoking side but near Vernon). You really blew our heads of, great great great show. Lots of respect from some young musicians from Holland !
bye Harold & friends.
NAME: david jacobs
LOCATION: england
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/23/2001
Time: 6:47:21 AM
COMMENTS
Hi there Derek, and Jack! Great to see the new web site!
As lifelong fan of Jacks Music, it's great to see it getting some of the recognition it deserves, but sadly due to my busy schedule I was not aware of the UK tours, until just now!
I strongly suggest that Jack sets up some kind of mailing list, either by email (on this site, using egroups or something) or a physical postcard scheme, as we never know when he's playing until after the event!
He played Ronnie Scotts in the early 90's which was fab (do you remember it Jack, all your gear was playing up?!) - again, we only heard of it through the RS brochure. I'm amazed as many people as there are, attend his gigs. If they were marketed right, the turnout would be far better! - And we'd get to see him more 'cos he'd have sold out so many times, he'd have to book more nights!
Derek, please see about setting up a mailing list for the gigs, as I for one am missing them all - and it's becoming a real pain!
All the best
Dave Jacobs
NAME: paul comer
LOCATION: australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/23/2001
Time: 10:38:11 AM
COMMENTS
Thanks for all the pleasures you've given my ears over the years.
NAME: Kees de Graaff
LOCATION: Wilnis, Holland
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/23/2001
Time: 3:21:01 PM
COMMENTS
I caught the Jack/Cuicoland gigs at North Sea Jazz & Milky Way in Amsterdam. North Sea was o.k., Amsterdam was f.... great. I listened to the tapes and it keeps on getting better. I thought the performances with Kip Hanrahan in the last century could not be outdone, but this was truly very good. Also the pleasure the musicians seemed to have on stage was really impressing. Keep on going !!
NAME: Paul Johnson
LOCATION: Denver
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/24/2001
Time: 4:33:04 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! Won't let you down.
NAME: Bernd Weitzmann
LOCATION: Pretzfeld, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/25/2001
Time: 2:16:33 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack!
In the German "Gitarre & Bass" I learned that you have this website.
Just a few words. You (and some other guys too) are responsible that I started to play bass :-) Your work has always been a great inspiration.
Thank you Bernd
NAME: pete
LOCATION: heaton mersey
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/25/2001
Time: 5:57:49 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, Your so musicaly talented, But you need to practice on the being respectful to other people mode ! As i know some-one you did'nt respect at all.
NAME: andrew
LOCATION: new orleans
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/26/2001
Time: 2:11:22 AM
COMMENTS
I saw a double cd live in Denver 1980, does Jack know anything about this. andrew
NAME: sanders
LOCATION: www.erichankeband.com
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/26/2001
Time: 9:39:31 AM
COMMENTS
Still one of the tops!!!!!!
NAME: Roberto Doati
LOCATION: Padova
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/26/2001
Time: 11:25:17 AM
COMMENTS
Do you know if it is possible and how to get the "Cream: Farewell Concert" Palmer's original documentary?
NAME: Joe Goose
LOCATION: Colchester
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/26/2001
Time: 8:01:06 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack! You probably don't know me but i recorded once with your son, Malcome in finchley, great composer! I'm studying a BA in Jazz and my first instrument being bass, i studied all your cream stuff and your solo work and i have to say you're amazing in every musical entity! I've just seen you on the TV here in the UK and i'm gonna go and buy your album ASAP!!!! best wishes! Joe.
NAME: kevin kelly
LOCATION: stratford n.j. u.s.a.
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/27/2001
Time: 8:26:32 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,all of your music is like a good friend it's always a good place to be and a source of inspiration.Not to take away from the directions you are going but do you think you will ever team up with the line up of Jack Bruce & Freinds/ i've always wanted to do this or maybe even Simon Phillips, Hows Tricks is a masterpiece?
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/27/2001
Time: 12:20:11 PM
COMMENTS
A splendid performance on Jools Holland show on Friday....BUT....having established who he was (for those who didn't know!!) by opening the show with Sunshine riff, why were we treated to the whole thing later, denying the opportunity to show where Jack is now!! Surely if someone from the Cream era looked in, they would say "an old 60s guy still doing the same old stuff"!! I feel this was a missed opportunity to show where Jack is today - even if he had done "Out into the Fields" from the past, the new exciting treatment would surely have stunned old Cream fans into buying the new album. Was time a limiting factor? Two bands got three numbers!!
Yours slightly miffed but glad to see him on the box,
JohnB
NAME: ranulf streuff
LOCATION: schleswig/germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/28/2001
Time: 2:12:40 AM
COMMENTS
Hallo! Iwas looking for any booking contact, but couldn´t find. Maybe, you can help me. Anyway all the best wishes to Jack and all friends. Ranulf
NAME: Phil
LOCATION: Southport, UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/28/2001
Time: 9:01:52 AM
COMMENTS
Lifelong Cream fan, last saw Jack at the Bradford Hotel gig at Liverpool in 1979. My favourite song of all time is White Room, favourite album is Wheels Of Fire. Please visit my Scotland website at:- http://communities.msn.com/BonnieClausSCOTLAND
NAME: Marek Polonec
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/28/2001
Time: 7:43:38 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Marek Polonec
LOCATION: Slovakia, Bratislava
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/28/2001
Time: 7:57:30 PM
COMMENTS
Mr. Bruce,
Finally I got your new label - "Shadows in the Air" ! I´m working in CD shop in Bratislava, Slovakia as a manager and for this label I waited 1 month for delivering /excuse me English - I´m from Slovakia/. The only labels which are posible to get here officially are "Songs for a Tailor" and "Willpower". Let me ask you some questions:
1. What is the oficial price of your signed fretless Warwick bassguitar?
2. I read your last interview in spanish magizine on net. Whas it only fascination of cuba musicians, why you put
four of your
NAME: Marek Polonec
LOCATION: Slovakia, Bratislava
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/28/2001
Time: 8:08:19 PM
COMMENTS
And the last question:
Would it be possible to see you in Slovakia? Or in Czech republic
And last question: Would it be possible to see in Slovakia? Or in Czech republic? In Vienna? Your tour is near around our country. Is there problem with organizing it, or you never thought about it? Answer please, with best fan regards, Marek Polonec.
NAME: Austin Brown
LOCATION: Glasgow
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/29/2001
Time: 6:47:08 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is the reason I play an Eb3, the guy's a god!
NAME: Thomas R Ennis
LOCATION: Dunn,North Carolina
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/29/2001
Time: 3:59:06 PM
COMMENTS
Thanks Jack..........your the best. Tom Ennis,PharmD 106 Queensbury Court Dunn,North Carolina 28334
NAME: Brian Brown
LOCATION: Derbyshire U.K
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/30/2001
Time: 10:19:10 AM
COMMENTS
Great site which re-kindled memories of a gig at Victoria Palace in 1977(?) when even an intermission due to a bomb alert couldn't knock Jack out of his stride!
NAME: chester burton
LOCATION: england
ADDRESS:
Date: 10/30/2001
Time: 5:07:55 PM
COMMENTS
johnB has point - glimpses of the voice on jools holland - choice of material probably to give uptempo spanishblues feel and mood jools maybe should have dedicated more time to jack
JBs
NAME: John Montagna
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/1/2001
Time: 10:09:40 PM
COMMENTS
Lovely, lovely, website improvements. So how's about some US dates, Jackie baby? Especially here in NYC? We could use your beautiful thunder now more than ever (post-war, as it were). Love the new album. Classy, elegant, and balls to the wall all at once. love you jb John Montagna
NAME: Warren Bienz
LOCATION: Long Island N.Y.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/2/2001
Time: 8:16:44 AM
COMMENTS
From than till than Tony Williams(turn it over)Songs for A taylor,Harmony Row,Things we like.Wheels of FIRE Vinyl,GOLD RECORD AWARD sticker.Please no reply.
NAME: Howard Johnston
LOCATION: Chester & Wirral - U.K.
ADDRESS: usual address
Date: 11/2/2001
Time: 11:39:43 AM
COMMENTS
It was great to see Jack on "Later...With Jools Holland". About time too, that Jools invited him on. The show has been going for over a decade!!! Like most people I have spoken to, however, I was most disappointed that Jack was not the main feature of the show.
Instead we were subjected to an interview showcasing the tedious, pretentious sub-urban ramblings of old Jarvis Cocker. I mean, OK, I accept that Pulp are a very popular band (with a certain audience) but really - three dreary numbers from them, and Jarvis' uninspired monologue as well?
The show started well enough with everyone jamming on the "Sunshine" riff (although it was clear that some of the younger musicians present clearly had not learnt this progression in their musical growth) and one might confidently have expected Jack to have been central to the evening's events. Instead he was fourth of the featured bands and he only got to do two numbers, when nearly everybody else got three!!!
Jools, you do have some explaining to do here. I can't believe it was Jack's idea to have such a low-key presentation. JH did just about mention the new album "S.I.T.A.", but if you had coughed, you would have missed it. The BBC/Later Website actually invited e-mail questions to ask of Jack - surely giving the impression that - as one of the U.K.'s musical elder statesmen - his appearance was being given the serious recognition that it deserved. In the event there was no actual interview with Jack. Interviews with Pamela Stevenson and Alexi Sayle (both of whom I admire - but not really essential on a music show) but none with Jack??
Do us all a favour Jools. Later is an brilliant show; it is comparable with the great and sadly missed "O.G.W.T." (although atleast Bob Harris interviewed Jack). Please invite Jack and the band back on for a special one-off solo performance - like the recent excellent Paul Weller or REM spots. He deserves better treatment than the minimal attention given to him last week.
The two numbers "52nd Street" and "Sunshine Of Your Love" were, however, great and well received; as you could tell by the reaction of the audience - some youngsters actually dancing to Sunshine"?!?!
Incidentally Eels were great - I bought the new album ("SoulJacker") as a result of this performance.
C'mon Jools you must be feeling a bit guilty about this. Do the decent thing....We are all waiting.
NAME: Wytze Veenstra
LOCATION: Amsterdam, the Netherlands
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/3/2001
Time: 9:43:08 AM
COMMENTS
Sorry Jack, Didn't mean to hit you on the back so hard. We were lucky to be there on October 20th in Amsterdam. (Swedish girls are suicidal) I hope you'll visit Amsterdam in the future with or without superstars(Bernie and Vernon). Love the Shadows in the air CD, loved the congaplayer. Didn't he do a Britney Spears song in a solo?? Anyway, keep on inspiring us rookies. (www.grandbizz.nl)
NAME: Peter Schurr
LOCATION: Mainz, Germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/5/2001
Time: 12:54:52 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack,
I enjoyed your gig at Mainz, Germany at Oct-16th. It was a amazing event !!! I like your sound, voice and music ! It's not just music, it is a spirit !
And you are all great musicians ! The guitarist, Vernon Reid, played fantastically. Jimi Hendrix is still alive ...
Thanks a lot for this great evening !!!
NAME: Roger Hagerty
LOCATION: Smiths Station, Alabama, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/6/2001
Time: 10:38:51 PM
COMMENTS
Jack has been my favorite musician since 1967. Still is. He has been an influence and inspiration to me as a musician.
NAME: Frank Mena
LOCATION: No. Hollywood, Ca.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/6/2001
Time: 11:09:03 PM
COMMENTS
I'm responding to the question put forth by Cuicoland Express web site- Jack's Tracks. The person who thought of the title "Disraeli Gears" was Cream roadie Mick Turner. This was actually a faux pax on Turner's part. When Eric Clapton had mentioned he was considering buying a racing bycicle, Mick Turner blurted out, " Oh yeah, Disraeli Gears". What he meant to say was 'deraileur gears', confusing the wording with the name of former British prime minister Benjamin Disraeli. Also, I noticed the subject of the song We're Going Wrong, which is apparently being played live with the Cuicoland Express. I noticed there was some thought on the matter of what inspired Jack to write this song. From my knowledge, Jack was very much inspired by Porgy and Bess and the soundtrack to the movie. From this he was influenced to write We're Going Wrong. Talk Atcha Later F.M.
NAME: kelly
LOCATION: germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/7/2001
Time: 6:44:38 AM
COMMENTS
Greatest bass plater/singer to grace this planet. Been a fan for years and years and years....
NAME: CHARLIE
LOCATION: MISSISSIPPI
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/7/2001
Time: 11:31:48 PM
COMMENTS
BEEN A FAN SINCE FEB. '68 ,WHEN I FINALLY BOUGHT DISRAELI GEARS.INDIVIDUALLY , GREAT MUSICIANSHIP BUT IT'S THE CHEMISTRY THAT HAS NEVER BEEN DUPLICATED - NOT BY HENDRIX , NOT BY MCLAUGHLIN , NOT BY ANYONE. I'M A DRUMMER , AND GINGER'S THE MAN , BUT YOUR BASS PLAYING COMBINES BOTH A SYMPATHETIC RHYTHM TO GINGER'S BASS DRUMS AND A MELODIC COMPLIMENT TO ERIC'S LEAD LINES. TWO REQUESTS:(1) IF ERIC AND GINGER AREN'T AVAILABLE , HOW ABOUT HISEMAN AND ALLAN HOLDSWORTH?JOHN MCLAUGHLIN AND TONY OXLEY? MICK ABRAHAMS AND CLIVE BUNKER? (2)HOW CAN I GET HARMONY ROW ON EITHER VINYL OR CD TODAY NEW? REUNION? I'LL TELL YOU WHAT , I'LL PAY ALL EXPENSES IF YOU GUYS WILL PLAY AT MY SON'S COLLEGE GRADUATION (YOU DID IT IN CHICAGO - WHAT THE HECK) YOU ARE TRULY THE BACH OF THE BASS GUITAR , AND YOU ARE A WORLD TREASURE!GOD BLESS YOU!!!!!!!!!!
NAME: brandon m
LOCATION: long island, ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/9/2001
Time: 9:02:54 AM
COMMENTS
i would just like to thank you (Jack) and all the bands you have played with. You have been an inspiration in my life with your music. I bought a bass three years ago because of your brilliant work with Cream. It still is today my favorite band (I know you disagree). I was curious to know to how much your very beautiful series bass will cost by the warwick. Speaking of which, that bass kicks all a*s. Thank you very much for being there and for still making music. - Your very truly Brandon M.
NAME: Jack
LOCATION: UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/9/2001
Time: 2:17:18 PM
COMMENTS
Hey Guys-- Just want you to know how much I appreciate all your comments and support (I'll wear it always.) Life is being a little difficult right now, but I want you to know that I will never give up no matter how hard it becomes - and your input makes it real and somehow, possible.
NAME: Mitch Kane
LOCATION: NJ USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/9/2001
Time: 4:12:30 PM
COMMENTS
Hang in there buddy, when I need a shot in the arm I listen to "Things we Like" If that doesn't do the trick "MonkJack" will.
NAME: Sue
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/10/2001
Time: 2:08:02 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Sue
LOCATION: stockport
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/10/2001
Time: 2:12:54 PM
COMMENTS
KEEP SMILING AND BE HAPPY DON'T FORGET PEOPLE CARE BIG BIG HUG SUE
NAME: dave law
LOCATION: long island, ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/10/2001
Time: 11:30:44 PM
COMMENTS
to one of the greatest voices of the 20th and now the 21st century. you have been my inspiration since i was sixteen and that was a very long time ago indeed. when i sing or play bass or cello or compose, it is you and your music that inspires me. i thank you from the bottom of my heart. i sincerely hope you get through whatever tough times you are now encountering. all the very best to you and your family.
NAME: Frank Mena
LOCATION: No. Hollywood,Ca.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/11/2001
Time: 5:19:44 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, Strange times we're in. Seems like there's a test for everyone these days. I often think of the words of a great song with incredibly inspiring lyrics. It talks about a "time to go walking on threatening waves" and " finding yourself a hard shell that shines in the dawn" Keep the faith brother, the Best is Still to Come! F.M.
NAME: John Paul Estremo
LOCATION: Texas, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/11/2001
Time: 7:30:07 PM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, love "Shadows in the Air", esp. the new versions of "White Room" and "Sunshine of Your Love." [Also, I was wondering if "Things We Like" is available on CD yet.] I have a suggestion concerning your tune "Milonga." After listening to it several times, I was reminded of an idea in Ecclesiastes 3: 11: God has formed in every person a God-shaped "hole", which only He can fill; He put in us a longing for things eternal, if you will. A relationship with Him enriches all our other relationships. So, if you want a relationship with God I suggest you read the Gospel of John. If you already are a Christian and want to strengthen your relationship with God I suggest you read the First Epistle of John...Anyway, much praise and love from a long time fan in the USA, John Paul Estremo
NAME: Franz
LOCATION: LA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/12/2001
Time: 6:01:57 AM
COMMENTS
Hello everyone, I recently produced a few awesome live music video clips at www.fpzmultimedia.com ...Featured musicians include Steve Lukather, Dennis Chambers, Marcus Miller, Simon Phillips, Bunny Brunel and more....enjoy
NAME: greg dicarlo
LOCATION: bethlehem PA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/12/2001
Time: 9:33:11 AM
COMMENTS
Is Jack going to do a US tour any time soon (I HOPE)I got to see him twice once with Ginger I would love to see Negro live,Please check out my web sites www.zimscleaner.com & www.saviorsoul.net Thank You& GOD BLESS Greg DiCarlo
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/12/2001
Time: 3:02:18 PM
COMMENTS
You're a real mensch, Jack.
NAME: graham flaws
LOCATION: christchurch
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/12/2001
Time: 3:05:35 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: graham flaws
LOCATION: christchurch
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/12/2001
Time: 3:14:45 PM
COMMENTS
Jack it is so fantastic to see you continuing to grow and live in music. What an inspiration to the many of us who wonder how long we can go on doing the same. Its not an easy life but would you want any other? I move to Australia in March [ God willing..]and BASS PLAYER magazine reckons that you might be playing there sometime!!! that would be amazing. thank you for reminding the rock world about JS Bach. LOve and respect to you. Graham
NAME: Phil Watson
LOCATION: Sydney Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/14/2001
Time: 1:03:07 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, The reviews of the tour so far have been awsome. With all the shit that has been going on around the world over these past few months, I hope that you will be going ahead with the Aussie dates...there are so many fans salivating at the thought of seeing you and your band live in OZ. It must be very tough to put the events of the past 2 months out of your mind, when travelling is such a huge part of your working situation. Anyway, let's hope you make it to our fine country...i'm sure you will have a blast when and if you finally get here. Regards, Phil.
NAME: Lars Johansson
LOCATION: Sydney, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/15/2001
Time: 7:36:08 AM
COMMENTS
G'day Jack!
Thanks for a great concert in Copenhagen. Not bad for an old bastard! Have you have heard Robben Ford and The Robben Ford's Blues Band's rendition of Paul Butterfield's Last Hopes Gone? If not, have a listen as the bass and arrangement sounds very much like Jack Bruce in 2001! You're still a big influence on the so called greats of our time! Keep at it matie. I'll sure be listening.
NAME: maciejewski raymond
LOCATION: france
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/15/2001
Time: 3:40:11 PM
COMMENTS
you are the best player and singer in the world. I love your voice I love your bass player. cream (jack bruce)is a incomparable group of century thanck's for exist. raymond
NAME: Melissa Hamilton
LOCATION: Hell's Kitchen, NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/16/2001
Time: 10:28:05 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is playing a block away from my apartment on December 12. It is a dream come true!! Melissa
NAME: Nick Morris
LOCATION: Houston, Texas USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/16/2001
Time: 12:32:53 PM
COMMENTS
Hello Jack, Just read your US tour schedule. Please tell me it’s going to be more than 4 dates. Please come to Houston Texas again. We love you here and you know that. I’ve been fortunate to see you every time you came here. Cream, solo tour in 1970, WB&L and two other solo shows. You always put on a great show. I need a new dose of your talent. Love the new album. Hope to see you soon. Best regards, Nick Morris
NAME: Priscilla
LOCATION: Houston,TX
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/16/2001
Time: 2:41:30 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack,
I am a big fan even though I'm 20 years old, but I respect and appreciate your work so very much. I just recently bought Songs For A Tailor LP off the internet a couple of months ago and hope to collect all the records/CDs of yours one by one. Your writing and collaboration of music are very inspiring to me, and for that, I'd love to give all my thanks to you. Someday soon, I will compose an essay, and send it to The Cuicoland Express Newsletter, on your music coming from a 20 year old fan's point of view to show that you can still reach out past the generation boundaries. I just started playing guitar, but I am going to buy a bass in the very near future and learn how to play! Seeing you play on my Cream DVD's & Videos, really puts a drive on me in wanting to purchase one and learn how to play. You, sir, are the best bass player, ever! I really hope you can make it out to Houston, Texas. I will be turning 21 on December 24th, so if you play at a club, I will be able to go! God Bless you and may you have a very safe tour.
THANKS AGAIN FOR THE BEAUTIFUL MUSIC!!!!
Love, Priscilla
NAME: dave
LOCATION: ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/17/2001
Time: 2:14:47 PM
COMMENTS
jack, what about s.o.b.'s, the bottom line, or additional dates at b.b. king's. any number of our more reputable jazz clubs. but PLEASE add more dates to this all to brief visit. there is also the IMAC theatre in huntington, long island. i think that would also be a great place to perform. this student needs to hear from his master.
NAME: John and Renee Jackson
LOCATION: Ruchmond, VA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/17/2001
Time: 4:59:44 PM
COMMENTS
We love your music and we really loved your work on Fool's Moon with Gov't Moon. Keep us rockin with your bass. Please come close to Richmond so that we can see you and your band. Looking forward to your new album.
NAME: Ryan Cassidy
LOCATION: Dallas, TX
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/19/2001
Time: 1:15:42 PM
COMMENTS
Just a quick note, I used to live in NY and now I really wish I did. Unfortunately I wont be able to fly there to see Jack play on the 12th. I REALLY hope you book more than 4 shows in the US. People here in the states really need to see you, especially in these times. I'm now in Dallas, and if you play anywhere in TX, or any of the surrounding states for that matter, it would be a dream come true to see you. Please add some more dates in the US for this tour. We are all looking forward to seeing you.
NAME: Marc and Lorraine Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/19/2001
Time: 3:47:29 PM
COMMENTS
Great to read that J.B. merchandise will soon be available. We're just waiting for the Jack Bruce's Canned Haddock in the supermarkets. -M&L.
NAME: Steve Gramlich
LOCATION: Bayport, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/20/2001
Time: 9:04:19 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, You've been an overwhelming influence to me for over 30 years, from the early days of Cream through your solo career.I've had the pleasure to have seen you perform at My Father's Place in Roslyn,NY and at the Sundance in Bayshore,NY in the late eighties. Both of these shows are something I'll always remember. The memory of seeing you on stage in a small venue made the show seem "downhome" and personal making it a very enjoyable experience."Those were the days". I always liked your bass playing on "Desserted Cities of the Heart" on Live vol.II,and your influence is still seen in my own bassplaying style today. I'll see you at BB Kings place December 12th in NYC.You are among the top players in the world.Keep on do'in it! Steve G.
NAME: Steve Gramlich
LOCATION: Bayport, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/20/2001
Time: 9:05:26 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, You've been an overwhelming influence to me for over 30 years, from the early days of Cream through your solo career.I've had the pleasure to have seen you perform at My Father's Place in Roslyn,NY and at the Sundance in Bayshore,NY in the late eighties. Both of these shows are something I'll always remember. The memory of seeing you on stage in a small venue made the show seem "downhome" and personal making it a very enjoyable experience."Those were the days". I always liked your bass playing on "Desserted Cities of the Heart" on Live vol.II,and your influence is still seen in my own bassplaying style today. I'll see you at BB Kings place December 12th in NYC.You are among the top players in the world.Keep on do'in it! Steve G.
NAME: Tyler Feeney
LOCATION: Kansas, U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/20/2001
Time: 2:02:06 PM
COMMENTS
Excellent website, Jack! I'm plotting to buzz up to Chicago to check you guys out, however---how 'bout buzzing down to Kansas City for a gig? Your live band looks outstanding I can't wait to hear it. Just wanted to say a quick hello, also thanks for inspiring me to pick up the bass, one of the first songs I learned was a Cream song "Hey now baby...get into my big black car" See you in Chicago, my friend...
P.S. Does anyone know if there will be additional U.S. dates in the near future?
NAME: Steve Gramlich
LOCATION: Bayport, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/20/2001
Time: 3:42:47 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, I can't begin to say what an influence and inspiration you are to my own bass playing style. I had the opportunity to see a couple of times in some of the smaller venues you played at, and every time I wanted to sell my bass gear watching you perform tunes from CREAM and your solo material.I recall a show at the Sundance saloon in Bay Shore, NY in October of 1988 which to this day still remains as vivid in my memory as it did that evening. It was the first chance I got to see you perform up close and you blew me away with your playing style on fretless. I went out and bought a fretless bass myself and covered some blues standards with my band,as well as some Cream tunes. You are without a doubt the single most driving force behind my bass playing from the early days to this day forward.See you in December at BB Kings in NYC. Peace and Happiness. Steve
NAME: Eliana
LOCATION: Salvador, BA Brasil
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/21/2001
Time: 11:46:54 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack, You have know idea how you were important for me and also my brothers and friends. With all the information difficulties during the 60's and 70'in my country we knew Cream, Jack Bruce, Mountain and a lot of talents. You made me listen music in a different way: by separating each instrument, voices and after 30 years I am still a big fan.
I wish you can come to play in the beautiful, warm and sunny city of Salvador, estate of Bahia located in the northeastern of Brasil. We are waiting for the opportunity to listen you very close to us.
God bless you.
NAME: peter-chessbear berendonk
LOCATION: kalkar-germany
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/22/2001
Time: 2:40:35 AM
COMMENTS
nice to see this side! i like to sing together with odl cream records maybe my form of karaooke-glad to find some pete brown lyrics-i am so glad thanks
NAME: Steven rosen
LOCATION: Laurel Canyon
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/22/2001
Time: 5:55:00 PM
COMMENTS
Hi: I am a pro music journalist and am contacting you to try and set up an interview with Jack when he is in L.A. for his Dec. 17 House of Blues show. I spoke with him briefly many years ago on the phone. I've written extensively for Guitar Player, Guitar World, and other musician-directed magazines. The interview would be for a Japanese mag called Player, a much respected journal that has been published for many years.
Please call anytime at (323) 654-1145.
I've met virtually every major music who's ever played and Jack Bruce remains at the top of the list of 'most respected.'
I look forward to hearing from you.
All the best ...
Steven Rosen
NAME: david layton
LOCATION: sherman oaks, ca.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/22/2001
Time: 9:36:17 PM
COMMENTS
DEAR JACK,
I HAVE FOLLOWED YOUR CAREER SINCE THE 60s. I THINK
YOUR ONE OF THE GREATEST BASS PLAYERS IN THE WORLD.
IS THERE ANY POSSIBILITY OF AN IMPROMPTU CREAM
CONCERT? KEEP UP THE GREAT MUSIC.
NAME: james taylor
LOCATION: Lordstown, ohio
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/22/2001
Time: 10:21:07 PM
COMMENTS
Wow! Great web-site! I thought I was the last true die-hard JB fan. Nice to see so many more have been so deeply affected by Jack's music as I have. "Shadows in the Air" is brilliant! I'm a drummer, so I can really relate to Jack's new band--wish they could come to Cleveland (Ohio, that is). I love everything Jack has ever done (he's the best!) but this new CD is very special to me. This one might be better than "Question of Time" , another favorite. To fellow Brucians: Dave Oswald, loved your detailed concert review but, "Mr. Flesh" is happening (my favorite cut) and Roberto in Brescia, is the only person I know of who shares my passion for "Timeslip" (a masterpeice) I have a tape of some rare JB recordings that I can't find info on sources. Can anyone tell me what projects produced the songs "Rootin'Tootin'", "I'm Getting Tired", "Hear me Calling Your Name", and "Camels and Elephants" (early 60's?) Also, there's an old song called "Stone Crazy" that I believe was a single by Retaliation with Aynsley Dunbar on drums and is that Rod Stewart on vocals? Does anyone know anything about personnel and dates for these rare gems? LONG LIVE JACK THE BRUCE!
NAME: Cathleen
LOCATION: Detroit, Michigan, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/23/2001
Time: 8:27:15 PM
COMMENTS
So much to say...Jack and his music have been an inspiration to me since the early 70's... I often thought about what I'd say if I ever met him... That his music was like the sound track for my life... That his voice is one of the greatest, most versatile, passionate (and under-appreciated) that I have ever heard ... and his musicianship overwhelms me... He is so musically blessed and has been an inspiration to me! I have tried to spread the word ... I pray that Jack will receive back as much joy as he has given... Haven't seen him in concert since the late 80's... Please give the Detroit area a thought for a future show...there are many out here who love and appreciate you!!!
NAME: Gail Finlay
LOCATION: Colorado
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/24/2001
Time: 10:22:51 AM
COMMENTS
Hello all you Bruceheads, O, goodie, I am going to go to Chicago to see the Park West show !!!! That used to be my old stopming ground and not only will I get to see our beloved bass player but I will get to see Cousins. Really looking forward to this event ! When I saw Jack w/ Ringo at RedRocks 2 summers ago, I thought boy, if he plays Chicago I'm going ! A dream come true ! Yippiee yi yea! Love and Light, Gail
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/24/2001
Time: 10:40:41 AM
COMMENTS
I and many others must be wondering what Jack is depressed about at the moment and probably conclude that the problem is the lack of gigs on the American tour. Presumably this is because “promoters” are unwilling to take the risk of booking Jack’s band as they are most likely to be out of touch with who Jack is and what his music is all about.
Although we, as devoted fans, find this difficult to imagine especially after the high standards set by his latest album, you have to, perhaps, look at the whole thing from a different angle to see the what might be the causes of the problem. None of us are getting any younger and the music scene has changed dramatically since the days we hold perhaps as the best in the history of rock – the sixties. I, amongst many, have little time for much of the “fashionable” music of today which has its roots in….well, nothing but the desire to get as much money out of the pockets of punters for as little production cost as possible. But presumably promoters are only targetting the “young and hip” to sell their product; therefore you can perhaps understand why they are not interested in a 58 year old even though he was famous in the 60s with Cream. In fact I have been deceived on a number of occassions into reading ads which are headed Cream which now seems to refer to some dance craze thing!!
I suppose it is a “risk” thing; however, I ask the question how come other bands with their origins in the 60s can still do tours of Europe, Oz and other countries? I see Jethro Tull still manage to tour the world every year. Jack however, has always seemed elusive and it has been very difficult to catch a live performance (though the web site has improved this enormously). It could be a case “of out of sight out of mind” – hence the majority of people on the web site talk only of Cream days and Cream re-unions. We know how much more Jack has contributed to music since those days.
Perhaps I am suggesting that he or his management need to look at how gigs should be promoted in future. Perhaps it needs an honest look at the real fan base – I did ask this question in a previous “letter” to try and get an idea on world sales of his latest succesful album. It might be that instead of waiting for people to come to him, someone needs to get out there and do the donkey work. Perhaps smaller venues should be considered or is money or pride the overriding consideration? Other artists of the same era can be seen more regularly – perhaps Jack needs to tell us what he really wants to do? For instance, could our friends in America or in Oz get together to assemble a realistic list of venues with Jack providing the parameters within which to operate and Jack/the band take the financial risk?
These are just my own thoughts – perhaps Jack and his management would care to enlighten us as to what are the problems. We all might be able to help – in the end it must be recognized that there are people all round the world who think he is still the greatest rock musician ever, and just want to see the guy play live.
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/24/2001
Time: 11:26:54 AM
COMMENTS
A couple of thoughts:
1. Jack is not a "rock" musician;
2. Unlike Cream, which was based purely in music, 60's groups that continue to tour like Tull featured characters like Anderson out front that facilitated what the public at large wants and remembers fondly - escapist fantasy;
3. Notwithstanding the constant implorings of jerks like me, Jack has not reassembled (or was not able to reassemble) Cream with Ginger and Eric - that would have brought worlwide attention and had the promoters bending over and saying "ahhh" for the chance to book them anywhere at any time.
4. Look around - the sheer weight of MTV propogated crap makes it near to impossible for young audiences to find, much less know about, music for its own sake. The constant emphasis on image, status, sex and violence has stolen that moment of youthful inspiration.
5. Cream was not Eric's idea of a good time - then or now.
NAME: Robert Clayton
LOCATION: Bordentown, NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/24/2001
Time: 2:38:50 PM
COMMENTS
Just got tickets to see Jack and Co. in NYC on 12/12/01- I can't wait. It's been 10 years since I last saw you Jack. We chatted briefly after a gig in Feburary '90 in Philly before a few of the faithful stopped you from getting on the tour bus in the freezing snowy night. That was one of the most memorable nights of my life- you signed an ATM slip for me which I still have. Now I'll be seeing you with my son who, has become a self-taught bassist himself- I believe in great part due to your influence as I played your music around him since he was born. I consider myself extremely fortunate to be close enough to NYC to see you this time out as it seems you're only able to make a few stops in the states. Congratulations on "Shadows"- it's excellent and was well worth the wait. Looking forward to hearing the songs live and with a violin in the mix! Any chance of you whipping out the ole cello? One of my dreams is to see you play "As You Said" live. It's so great to see you looking and playing so well-from the posts from the European gigs, you continue to get better with time- like fine wine. See you in New York!
NAME: art mullon
LOCATION: new windsor n.y. usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/24/2001
Time: 3:30:41 PM
COMMENTS
been with ya from the Ghram Bond days. meet you at the Chance in up state ny with my son ,who you let hold your base and walked us to your bus .you signed 2 albums for us.this nite was the jack bruce band with ginger on drums.i wish to thank you again for taking the time wuth us and making a very special day in our lives.you are the "Cream" .a mullon
NAME: ALONZO DURAN
LOCATION: Orange County, California, U.S.A.
ADDRESS: ALD999@aol
Date: 11/25/2001
Time: 9:13:34 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack,
Greetings! Whenever I think of a vocie with projection, I can still hear yours! Man I'm talking from the Cream Days. Every one else took off from what you guys laid down and tried to be original. A too busy bass is a gooooooood bass. We always said the bass and drum is the track the locomotive of sound could move on and forward with!!!!! Look forward to seeing you @ the GALAXY!!!!!! ..regards
NAME: frederik vekemans
LOCATION: belgium
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/27/2001
Time: 5:38:36 AM
COMMENTS
I love your music,especialy the song:white room,and I recently bought a limited edition thumb bolt on WARWICK.
NAME: Paul Johnson
LOCATION: Denver, Colorado
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/27/2001
Time: 12:51:45 PM
COMMENTS
I don't know what to say except that I am concerned that Jack feels life is being difficult right now. The only Rock dream I have ever had is to play with Jack and Ginger Baker. A lifetime ago I was invited to play guitar for Chick Corea when Al DiMeola left "Return To Forever". I still want to do two years like CREAM did c. '67-'69 It might kill me but it is what I live for. I hope the American leg of the tour isn't too taxing. I really do love, you, too, Derek. All Apologies.
Paul Johnson Cowhand
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/27/2001
Time: 4:47:00 PM
COMMENTS
Absolution available, but first check your dates ('66-'68).
NAME: Philip Andrews
LOCATION: London
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/27/2001
Time: 6:10:41 PM
COMMENTS
First saw you ,Jack, at Klooks Kleek,Hampstead circa'62/63 great then great now! Keep it up ! Best Wishes Phil
NAME: DIMITRI HATZIGIORGIO
LOCATION: FT. WORTH,TEXAS
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 2:25:54 AM
COMMENTS
GODBLESS,AND GOOD LUCK.
NAME: Jake Knowles
LOCATION: Scotland
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 9:14:15 AM
COMMENTS
i went to the Glasgow gig....... it was absolutly fantastic! one of the best gigs i've ever, ever been to.
is there any plans to release live CDs of this tour?
NAME: John Bass
LOCATION: Agoura Hills, CA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 1:56:22 PM
COMMENTS
Hello there--Let me tell ya, JACK BRUCE is THE best electronic bass player in the rock 'n' blues world (the only cat who even comes close is JOHN PAUL JONES)...I've been a fan since 1967 ("Fresh Cream"), and am looking forward to FINALLY, FINALLY, FINALLY seeing Jack "in person" in December at House of Blues (West Hollywood. Jack, thank you for staying as true as you have, over the years, to the music inside o' you...and, thanks fer sharin' it!! Kind regards--John Bass
NAME: James Wheeler
LOCATION: St. Clair Shores, MI, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 2:52:02 PM
COMMENTS
Why no show in Detroit? Jack if you read this, please do a show in Detroit. The only time I've been able to see Jack play was with the Ringo Starr All-Star Band. Also, I would like to see a live video of past concerts come out. The one video that I have isn't very good (maybe 4th or 5th generation). Come on and help out a long time fan!
NAME: john deseno
LOCATION: grand rapids, mi.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 7:00:04 PM
COMMENTS
good site-just found it. always been a big fan ofjacks-saw him last though in 1968-wheels of fire tour-oakdale ct.jack is intense in vocals,string and lyric. he expresses apart of me i can't musically-so i'll let him do it. john
NAME: john deseno
LOCATION: grand rapids, mi.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 7:00:46 PM
COMMENTS
good site-just found it. always been a big fan ofjacks-saw him last though in 1968-wheels of fire tour-oakdale ct.jack is intense in vocals,string and lyric. he expresses apart of me i can't musically-so i'll let him do it. john
NAME: d schwam
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 7:05:14 PM
COMMENTS
You are the master of jazz/rock/blues fusion and I am just tonight listening to your unabashed masterpiece (with Pete Brown's help), "Songs for a Tailor," having just retrieved the LP from the recesses of my closet. I never fail to find something new in this album and you are to be commended for it.
Thanks for helping to give meanoing to our lives with the pastiches you paint with your musical canvas.
NAME: john deseno
LOCATION: grand rapids, mi.
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/28/2001
Time: 7:09:29 PM
COMMENTS
good site-just found it. always been a big fan ofjacks-saw him last though in 1968-wheels of fire tour-oakdale ct.jack is intense in vocals,string and lyric. he expresses apart of me i can't musically-so i'll let him do it. john
NAME: Aubrey Bell
LOCATION: Charlottetown, PEI, Canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/29/2001
Time: 10:26:03 AM
COMMENTS
Drove to the gallery today with "Theme For An Imaginary Western" playing in the CD. How do you improve on that?
NAME: Dan Keegan
LOCATION: Cheverly Md
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/30/2001
Time: 6:31:39 AM
COMMENTS
Aubrey That IS as good as it gets
NAME: Jimmy Taylor
LOCATION: Lordstown, Ohio
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/30/2001
Time: 8:01:57 PM
COMMENTS
This time of year I like to pull out WBL's "Whatever Turns You On" and play "November Song" over and over. This tune is classic Jack and I just love it but, some of the lyrics are a mystery to me. Does anyone have the proper lyrics to this masterpeice? I wonder if Jack ever performed this song live, has anyone witnessed this? (What a treat that would be!) We love you, Jack.
NAME: John Fullerton
LOCATION: Cambridge ontario
ADDRESS:
Date: 11/30/2001
Time: 9:39:21 PM
COMMENTS
Huge Fan! Jack, you are awesome!!
NAME: Mitchell Kane
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/1/2001
Time: 9:09:47 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, Thank you for posting your recent message, it helps. -Mitch
NAME: roberto
LOCATION: brescia
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/2/2001
Time: 7:44:39 AM
COMMENTS
by by George
NAME: jeff lynch
LOCATION: harrisburg pennsylvania usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/2/2001
Time: 1:23:50 PM
COMMENTS
dear jack,
your comments on the passing of george were touching.
for me, music is a process of discovery and following pathways ... the music of the beatles led me to you, your music has led me to kip's and carla's and tony's and miles' and so much more ... perhaps no greater tribute to any artist can be paid than the satisfaction in knowing that he took music somewhere new, that he inspired further exploration of all that is wonderful ... george's music did that for me ... yours continues to. looking forward to seeing you in nyc.
best always to margrit and the family.
jeff.
NAME: Mark Tessier Audiophile Imports
LOCATION: 624 Milford Mt Pleasant Rd Milford NJ 08848 USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/3/2001
Time: 11:22:41 AM
COMMENTS
Hi Jack My name is Mark Tessier and I own a cd mail order company called Audiophile Imports we have carried all of your cds import and domestic for over 10 years. I flew over to Germany in 1993 for both of your birtday concerts and you and I shared some champagne in the parking lot at about 3 in the morning. I couldn't leave Germany without wishing you a happy 50th birthday!I'd love to come and see you at the BB Kings show in NYC on 12/12, can you put me on the guest list? Please check out my website at www.audiophileimports.com Keep doing what you're doing, you sound better than ever. All the best Mark/audiophile
NAME: Pete Lee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/3/2001
Time: 5:51:26 PM
COMMENTS
Mark - How's about buying a ticket so our hero gets our financial support, as well as moral?
Ticketbastard accepts credit cards.
Btw - your website bespeaks impeccable taste - keep it up.
PLee
NAME: HHCKB
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/3/2001
Time: 6:11:25 PM
COMMENTS
Mark,
I have been buying Jack Bruce and many other CD's from you for about 10 years. How about sending me the next one for free.
You run a great shop, keep up the good work. It serves no ones best interest if you are not profitable and are forced to shut down.
I am always more than pleased to pay you a premium knowing that I support your efforts.
Quit jerking around.....BUY THE TICKET!!! Concider it a priveledge
NAME: dave
LOCATION: ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/4/2001
Time: 11:29:30 AM
COMMENTS
hey mark dig into those audiophile pockets and buy yourself a ticket. wait, let me see; now i've been listening to and playing jacks music for many years. i'm a musician and teacher of music because of him. i've even purchased hundreds of dollars worth of jack related cd's from you. maybe i can get on that guest list to!
NAME: Steve Raynes
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/4/2001
Time: 1:23:34 PM
COMMENTS
Two tickets to the Park West: $50
Dinner for two downtown: $60
Seeing Jack Bruce in concert for the fifth time in my life: Priceless!!!
Can't wait!!! See you there!!!!
NAME: Jim Fisher
LOCATION: US
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/5/2001
Time: 10:16:33 PM
COMMENTS
Hello all JB lovers. I was hoping for a more robust tour schedule in the US. I live in the Twin Cities and am considering going to Chicago for a show but it bothers me that someone as great as Jack can't draw more interest. I assume that it is mostly due to the fact that he doesn't pander to executives that want him to produce hollow pop songs to attract larger audiences. That is probably why most of us have so much respect for him. His music stands up to anyone’s, but it need some introspection to really appreciate. I've been a fan for 30+ years and it has always bothered me that Clapton gets a lot of press, but he has put out some real crap. I'd say 80% of his stuff since Layla has been sub par, but his focus is on popularity so much of it sells. Anyway, I have no real point except that Jack has helped me though my Fathers death (1986 - I was into 'Into the Storm' and it helped) and it frustrates me that more people who know better aren't at least promoting his great talent. I have to give Ringo credit in knowing there is no better bassist to play many of the things Jack was asked to play during the three tours (I saw all of them. How many would I have seen if Jack wasn't there - 0). Hope you feel better about things Jack - Take care. Jim Fisher
NAME: Jake Knowles
LOCATION: Edinburgh, Scotland
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/6/2001
Time: 12:44:44 PM
COMMENTS
I bought Shadows In The Air the other day, and there's only one thing i can say; wow!
it is really fantastic, and one of the best CDs in my growing box.
thank you for such music.
NAME: Michael Iovine
LOCATION: New Jersey
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/7/2001
Time: 12:43:18 AM
COMMENTS
I will be in NYC for the show next week. How can I get jack to sign my Warwick Bass?
NAME: bad sign
LOCATION: ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/7/2001
Time: 12:31:40 PM
COMMENTS
ask him! duh..............!
NAME: Marcel Safier
LOCATION: Brisbane, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/8/2001
Time: 6:13:20 PM
COMMENTS
Hey Jack, were waiting with baited breath for your Aussie tour!
While sad to miss you on the British Rock Symphony tour I relish seeing you in a full concert of your own stuff. Either CE or Cream Police modes would suit just fine! Hell you couldn't bring Bernie and Dennis in the same band could you (play used to play together in Parliament after all. Miss Brisbane however and I'll have a voodoo doll made!
Cheers!
Marcel
NAME: SCOTT JAMES
LOCATION: QUEENS,NYC,USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/8/2001
Time: 9:34:38 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, what a pleasure it is to have found your website!aside from being an avid admirer of all Cream work, i have always enjoyed your solo projects,especially B.L.T.,your worh with Billy Cobham,and Songs F/Tailor.I just recently went online so i have'nt had web access.I have tried to find out if you were touring,without any luck.So as my luck would have it,I found your website today,Dec.12,at 9:30pm,only to find that you are playing BB Kings as I write this!!Next time i guess!!! Jack,I know u hear this all the time,i ask that u dont take offense-Why havent u Eric and Ginger ever tried a small one time reunion-i dont mean to sound like a groupie or someone trapped in the 60S!!!But it would be such a huge thrill,at least for me.OK stay well mate,keep puttin your asskickin tunes out-you and Sumners is gonna be fabulous!love to hear from u if u get the time.all the best,Scott.
NAME: the swarm
LOCATION: ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/9/2001
Time: 12:23:24 AM
COMMENTS
somebody's on drugs. today is the 8th, well actually it's now the 9th, and jack is playing on the 12th.
NAME: TheKee
LOCATION: chev
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/9/2001
Time: 7:10:30 AM
COMMENTS
take it easy pete,he's a rookie.it'll all work out
NAME: Nisse Johansson
LOCATION: Gothenburg , Sweden
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/10/2001
Time: 1:32:31 PM
COMMENTS
YOU GOT ME RUNNING !!!!!!!!! Heard yer interview and tracks from "Shadows in the air" on the Ritchie Adams Show at Red Hot Rock Radio and RAN TO THE RECORD-STORE !!!! So (minor) thanks for the exercise and (major)thanks for the great stuff on the record. smashing if you INCLUDE SWEDEN ON YOUR TOUR-MAP
NAME: Melissa Hamilton
LOCATION: Hell's Kitchen, NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/11/2001
Time: 8:29:06 PM
COMMENTS
Well, tomorrow's the big day. My husband and I with 3 friends will be at the show at BB King's! Peter and I even went in on Saturday to ask if we could see the room so we could pick out where we would like to sit. They were about to say no, when I said, "You don't understand, we got married on Jack Bruce's birthday, this is very important to us!" Well, needless to say, they let us in!
All the best to you Jack, we'll be easy to spot as we'll be the one's with the biggest grins on our faces!
Cheers, Melissa Hamilton and Peter Runnells
NAME: Tom G
LOCATION: York
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/12/2001
Time: 6:23:23 AM
COMMENTS
I have played bass for eleven years now, I have listend to jack to gain a better insight on how to be a more accomplished bassist, he is a bass player to be admired, and for me my biggest influence, thanx for years of true music!!!!!!
NAME: Robert Clayton
LOCATION: Bordentown
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/12/2001
Time: 1:35:15 PM
COMMENTS
It was about 29 years to the day that I first saw Jack perform live with West, Bruce & Laing at the Spectrum in Philadelphia on a bitter cold but magical December night. I had been a fan of Jack's music then for about 5 years and seeing him live with two former members of another of my favorite bands in a "power trio" format was, at that age, a dream come true. Tonight, another dream comes true: I will see Jack perform live again, but this time will be very special as I will see him with my son who turns 15 on Christmas Day, the age I was 29 years ago. I feel for all those who will not see Jack on this tour because of the limited number of gigs- I guess we can thank the corporate music business for that. Jack's music was, and still is ahead of it's time. Although commercial success eludes him in most parts of the world, his musical legacy is a great one, people will still be listening to his music a hundred years from now and beyond. He is truly a musical genius whose music touches the mind, the heart, and the soul. He has influenced countless musicians through the years- all you have to do is look at the musicians who have been his "sidemen" to know his greatness. My son has become one of the new generation of Jack's "army", teaching himself to play the bass guitar in less than a month. It is very satisfying to me to see Jack's music passing on to the next generations. Thanks for all the great music and memories Jack. God bless and Happy Holidays! R. Clayton Bordentown, NJ USA
NAME: John Montagna
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/12/2001
Time: 3:00:39 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, thank you so much for your wonderful and touching message about our dear George. His sensitivity and taste will be sorely missed. We can all keep his spirit alive as musicians by practicing empathy, sensitivity and good taste, and by feeling connected to the music. Best, John Montagna
NAME: TERRY ABRAHAMSON
LOCATION: CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/12/2001
Time: 4:03:30 PM
COMMENTS
WITH ALL HUMILITY,I MUST SPOTLIGHT OUR COMMON BOND (SORRY, NOT GRAHAM). I CO-WROTE THREE SONGS WITH MUDDY WATERS: UNK IN FUNK, ELECTRIC MAN & BUS DRIVER. I'VE BEEN A DEVOTED FAN FOR 35 YEARS. LAST SAW JACK AROUND 3 YEARS AGO WITH RINGO. HIS "THEME FROM AN IMAGINARY WESTERN" DUET WITH GARY BROOKER WAS SPELLBINDING, ALL THE MORE MEMORABLE BECAUSE I BROUGHT MY SON JAKE, 12 AT THE TIME, WHO REALLY DUG THE SHOW. I'LL BE RETURNING TO THE SAME VENUE THIS FRIDAY, DECEMBER 14TH, TO SEE JACK, AND WILL BE BRINGING JAKE AGAIN. HOPEFULLY, I'LL GET TO SHAKE JACK'S HAND, AND MORE IMPORTANTLY, SO WILL JAKE. TO ME, JACK'S IS ONE OF THE DEFINING VOICES OF ROCK MUSIC. ROCK ON, BRAVE ULYSSES.
NAME: Marco and Kathleen
LOCATION: Queens, n.y.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 2:20:50 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, just saw you at bb king's! god, you blew me and my lady away! she, by the way, was the cute little redhead waiting backstage who hugged you for the sheer joy of your performance! her ulterior motive was to get your autograph on your new cd (for me). God bless her and you. Many thanks to you for all your incredible and relevant music. keep groovin' man.
NAME: Kathleen
LOCATION: Queens, n.y.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 2:28:54 AM
COMMENTS
Hey...my boyfriend and I got home about an hour and a half ago from your concert and I need to THANK YOU!!! Not only was the concert great, but you so inspired him that I just had some of the greatest sex of my life! Thank you, thank you, thank you (can you guess why I wrote thank you 3 times!?!
Also, thanks for the autograph.
NAME: Scott Shipley
LOCATION: Seattle, WA USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 4:17:03 AM
COMMENTS
Where is the tour date for Seattle?
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: Mauritania, NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 9:22:37 AM
COMMENTS
CANYON want to thank Jack and his wonderful friend Derek for a memorable night aboard the good ship Mauritania. Next time, we'll have plenty of fried banana & peanut butter sandwiches to go around - have a great breakfast and an even better tour.
Love & x's,
Herb, Lenny, PLee, Elvis & 'Scilla
NAME: george salorio
LOCATION: long beach,n.y.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 11:00:33 AM
COMMENTS
LAST NITES SHOW @BB KINGS WAS F....ING GREAT!!! HE SANG SO WELL AND 2 DRUMMERS + CONGAS REALLY SHOWCASE HIS GREAT BASS FEEL.PLEASE TOUR SOME MORE!!!!!
NAME: Vince
LOCATION: Oakdale, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 11:08:58 AM
COMMENTS
Jack, thanks so much for the unbelievable show last night at B.B.'s. What a pleasure to hear "We're Going Wrong", though the real treats were hearing you perform all the new tracks. I got to bring my bass playing nephew to see you perform for the first time. What a thrill! Like the rest of us, he can't decide which is greater: your bass or voice. I simply say: The man is Great! The new cd is like all the rest: Awesome.
#1 Fan on Long Island Vince
NAME: Dave
LOCATION: New Jersey
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 12:12:38 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, it was a thrill for me to take my daughter to see you at BB Kings in NY last night. We got on line at 4:00 p.m. and got seats right at the foot of the stage. We couldn't believe you took the time to get her a pair of earplugs during a song when you noticed her discomfort with the volume. She is a big Jack Bruce fan and also plays the bass. I've seen you a number of times in concert over the years going back to your Cream days. Your singing and bass playing were incredible, the songs sound as fresh as ever - you've been an inspiration and we look forward to future albums and tours.
NAME: John Montagna
LOCATION: Brooklyn, NY
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 3:02:25 PM
COMMENTS
brilliant show last night (12-12-01) at bbking's! some of the most vibrant, exciting music i've ever had the pleasure of experiencing, and from one of my heroes to boot! right on, jack, you taurian devil you, and thanks for signing my poster outside afterwards in the cold. and thanx as well for your touching message about our dear george. be well come back to nyc soon love john montagna, brooklyn ny
NAME: Bob
LOCATION: New York
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 3:40:13 PM
COMMENTS
I went to Jack's show last night at BB Kings in New York. He was nothing short of awesome. I have not seen Jack since Goodbye Cream at the Garden. He has not lost a step. Actually he has gained quite a few steps. I always knew it was Jacks influence that made Cream what it was. But seeing Jack last night was enlightening. Forget that he was influencial he made Cream what it was. I felt like I was a fifteen year old kid again watching Jack. Not only is Jack the ultimate Bass player and singer and writer he is having fun and it shows.
Your the man Jack. Keep it up and please please please come back to New York soon and do another show.
Your the best
NAME: Steven Gatto
LOCATION: New York area
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/13/2001
Time: 4:03:38 PM
COMMENTS
I caught your show at BB King's last night 12/12/01. It has been over 31 years since I last saw you play in person - Newport Jazz Festival 7/10/00 with The Tony Williams Lifetime. I don't know why I waited so long. Tremendous performance. I didn't forget the Newport show and I won't forget last night either. Thank YOU!!!
NAME: Tom Radestam
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/14/2001
Time: 8:14:37 PM
COMMENTS
I hope to see Jack if and when he decides to visit the Northwest. I'm excited to see he has a website! Being a bass player myself, Jack served as a primary inspiration. I'm pleased to see he's still around and creating new music.
NAME: David Cloud
LOCATION: Chicago
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 12:28:43 AM
COMMENTS
My wife and I saw the Park West show here in Chicago, mid-December. Honestly, I could not have been more impressed with the performance. I'm only sorry the audience had such a bent for the warhorses. (Although I must say the treatment of White Room was inspired.) "Theme" were breathtaking. We devoured the new material. We've followed Vernon since Ronald-Shannon-Jackson-days and always enjoyed his playing. Tonight he was magnificent. The band was simply superlative. Great energy! Jack's voice is lovely, powerful, astounding. Had I ever taken voice lessons Jack is the example I would have followed. Thanks so much for a tonights show. Thanks so much for an undaunted and brilliant contribution to modern music.
NAME: David Stoltz
LOCATION: West Hartford,Ct U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 2:21:08 AM
COMMENTS
Jack,the B.B.King show was such a wonderful experience.You sounded phenomenal at everything and the mood that you created! You made a lot of people happy that night.This direction that you are in with Latin music is so strong and positive.....your music can help to heal the earth and it does.Your band is so awesome.Two drummers is great,especially your two.Thank you for seeing us for a few minutes,too.Would you believe that it has been 13 years already since we last spoke in person in the same room? You looked great that night,too.
pam and I send you all of our love and good vibes and best wishes for you total happiness and success in everthing that makes you happy.Peace and love,Dave
NAME: Randali
LOCATION: Hollywood CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 7:19:49 AM
COMMENTS
Hi All, Hi Jack; Very pleased to look forward towards upcoming House of Blues event. A 34 year old guitarist of 24 of those years, I have long been a fan of the tonality of both Jack Bruce and Bernie Worrell since back before I even did play. I can't even wait : ) See you there everybody!
NAME: Steve Raynes
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 10:56:15 AM
COMMENTS
Notes from the Park West in Chicago 12/14/01:
Two words: Virtuoso Performance. If you folks in California are on the fence about whether or not to go, I'm telling you now: GO!! What you will get is Jack Bruce with his best band yet, and in a format that allows him to display all of his talents. Of course, you will get "SuperBass", but you also get a voice that gets stronger every time I hear him, and most importantly, you get Jack on piano on a number of songs, which I feel has always been the root of his amazing solo career.
This great band allows him the above mentioned freedom. It has already progressed beyond the wonderful Shadows album into a life of its own. I understand the call from fans at earlier stops calling for a live album from this tour. The 3 piece rhythm section give Jack a freedom you won't believe until you hear him. Bernie Worrell and Vernon Reid work magic in coloring Jack's songs stepping to the front when asked. A special note to Vernon: I hope you felt the admiration from the crowd last night. Living Colour never got the respect it deserved. Please let this be a start to make that up to you. Also a word about the many fine people I met sitting in the front row at the Park West. Jack, you should know that people came from out of state, rushed around to make sure they got there early to get as close to the fire as possible, and some even came having already seen you overseas or in New York. Nice group of folks, and thanks for help making an amazing evening even better! One final personal note: This 'ol bass player from Chicago will go to his grave with the memory of you standing on the edge of the stage 2 feet away listening to you take over the end of "Sunshine". And believe me folks, he took it over!! My wife referred to your right hand playing at that point as "hummingbird wings", and I don't think I can describe it any better!! So thank you so much, Jack and the Express, for a breath taking night of music, and thanks also for including Chicago on your tour. To me, you are THE hidden treasure of what music is and should be.
NAME: duane
LOCATION: san diego ca usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 10:56:58 AM
COMMENTS
Waiting anxiously for the Galaxy Theatre and House of Blues shows in California. I have tickets for both shows, which makes me feel a little guilty -- but not much -- because there are so many of you who got to see Jack only once (NYC and Chicago) and a whole lot more who won't see him at all -- sorry). My bud Eddie in NYC saw the show at BB Kings. He said it was as ggod (honestly that was a typo - but musically its true) good as it gets. He would have gone back the next night if there was a second show (we did go back the second night in 1980 and again in ... 1989, I think - memories fade, aging is a bitch). I can't believe Jack (or more likeely some booking agent)scheduled only one show in NYC but booked two in southern California. (I ain't complaining) Eddie attends a lot of shows at BB Kings and said there were more people at Jack's show than at any other he can remember (but maybe that's a function of his age and memory.) Anyway, if anyone has the time, memory and inspiration to make a quick entry in the guestbook telling us Californians what the set list was for the NYC or Chicago shows, it would make the anticipation a little better -- assuming that's possible. Thanks, dt (a final note to Santuary Records. I guarantee everyone who bought a copy of Shadows in the Air would buy a cd of a live show from this tour. Guaranteed. Just do it, please.)
NAME: duane
LOCATION: san diego ca usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 10:57:17 AM
COMMENTS
Waiting anxiously for the Galaxy Theatre and House of Blues shows in California. I have tickets for both shows, which makes me feel a little guilty -- but not much -- because there are so many of you who got to see Jack only once (NYC and Chicago) and a whole lot more who won't see him at all -- sorry). My bud Eddie in NYC saw the show at BB Kings. He said it was as ggod (honestly that was a typo - but musically its true) good as it gets. He would have gone back the next night if there was a second show (we did go back the second night in 1980 and again in ... 1989, I think - memories fade, aging is a bitch). I can't believe Jack (or more likeely some booking agent)scheduled only one show in NYC but booked two in southern California. (I ain't complaining) Eddie attends a lot of shows at BB Kings and said there were more people at Jack's show than at any other he can remember (but maybe that's a function of his age and memory.) Anyway, if anyone has the time, memory and inspiration to make a quick entry in the guestbook telling us Californians what the set list was for the NYC or Chicago shows, it would make the anticipation a little better -- assuming that's possible. Thanks, dt (a final note to Santuary Records. I guarantee everyone who bought a copy of Shadows in the Air would buy a cd of a live show from this tour. Guaranteed. Just do it, please.)
NAME: duane
LOCATION: san diego ca usa
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 11:06:37 AM
COMMENTS
Got some karma goin' on with Steve Raynes from Chicago with the entries just a couple seconds apart. Steve, how about giving me your best memory of the set list from Chicago. Thanks, dt
NAME: Melissa Hamilton
LOCATION: Hell's Kitchen, NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 3:54:09 PM
COMMENTS
It's taken us 3 days to come up for air after Jack's show on the 12th. Jack seemed to be in utter delight, and so we're we. We thought we'd go home and put on more Jack, but we ended up just recounting the evening's many wonderful moments. However, tonight there will be Jack on our stereo, you bet!
NAME: Larry Dyer
LOCATION: Elkhart, Indiana
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 10:41:57 PM
COMMENTS
I'm still in a daze over the show in Chicago last night. In the front row and so close to Jack and Vernon I could have reached out and touched them. Jack's better than ever and, given how high he has always set the scale, it's incredible to comprehend. Thanks for an evening I'll never forget Jack. And yes...anyone who might be debating whether or not to catch him if they can...just do it. You won't be disappointed.
NAME: Steve Raynes
LOCATION: Chicago, IL
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/15/2001
Time: 10:45:05 PM
COMMENTS
Duane, The whole night was just a rush. Like I said in my message, him ripping Sunshine apart standing in front of me thrilled this old bass player to no end. But in review, I remember "Theme For An Imaginary Western" sounding great with the percussion. 52nd St, and This Anger's A Liar give the band great riffs to jam with. Dark Heart really features his voice I thought, and Surge and Milonga sounded better than on the CD I thought. Best I can suggest is to be real familiar with the Shadows CD, and see for yourself how this band takes everything way beyond that fine album. Oops!! CD!! Showing my age. Enjoy!!
NAME: Ron Dolce
LOCATION: Evanston, Ill.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/16/2001
Time: 1:03:47 PM
COMMENTS
Saw the Cuicoland Express in Chicago a couple of days ago. Really good performance. Vernon Reid may play too many notes at times but he does make real music out of all of that. Jack was really loose that day. For their second encore they played the best version of "Politician" I've ever heard.The band sounded really together without being too tight. Great show!
NAME: Pieter
LOCATION: Boston
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/16/2001
Time: 2:42:16 PM
COMMENTS
Hey, I barely had more than a peripheral awareness of Jack Bruce before seeing this site, but even before I was aware of who the members of Cream might be I thought that the intro to 'I Feel Free' was the most irresistable and inexorable I'd ever heard. Great song.
Take care, Pieter
NAME: David Faytell
LOCATION: Amherst, Massachusetts
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/16/2001
Time: 5:21:18 PM
COMMENTS
Went to see Jack and the band at BB King's with a group of other Jack fans. Fantastic performance. We all know he is such a great singer, songwriter and musician. What a performer and band leader! Started out with a great Out into the Fields. All of Shadows was fantastic. Polyrythems of 3 drummers/percussionists were unbelievable. Best of all for me was the initial encore of Were Going Wrong into Politician. First time that I've seen a performance of Were Going Wrong. Even at the half dozen Cream shows that I was fortunately to be in audience for.
NAME: Howard Baskin
LOCATION: Skokie, Illinois
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/16/2001
Time: 5:33:58 PM
COMMENTS
I have been a fan of Jack Bruces for over 35 years now. I had the recent pleasure hearing him for the first time since his concert in Chicago at the old Ivanhoe Theatre in 1977, December 14 2001 at the Park West. WOW what a concert, his musicainship, was shear quality! The music, compositions, band, palying was great. I was and am grateful to hearing this star. Thanks Jack for being inspiration to so many listeners! Howard
NAME: Steve
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/16/2001
Time: 6:53:16 PM
COMMENTS
NAME: Steve
LOCATION: Revere, MA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/16/2001
Time: 7:03:53 PM
COMMENTS
We took the train down from Boston to see Jack's awsome band at BB King's. The power and the joy of the music made it a very memorable experience.
Standing outside with the crowd waiting to get into the show, we had the pleasure of talking to a great Jack Bruce fan, Melissa from Hell's Kitchen, while she was waiting for her three friends. We also got great seats Melissa! Right at Vernon Reid's feet!
At the end of the show, I took a copy of the set list, which follows:
Surge, Out into the Fields, 52nd Street, Heartquake, This Anger, Sunshine, Theme 4 an Imaginary Western, Milonga, Windowless Rooms, Dark Heart, White Room, then for a three song encore: We're going wrong, Politician, and a reprise of 52nd Street done Rumba style.
Seen Jack about 20 times, so far, and he never fails to inspire with his wonderful singing and playing.
Tour the US again and come to Boston! How about a video of the concert?
Thanks Jack
NAME: Doris Malkiewicz
LOCATION: New Jersey, U.S.A.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/17/2001
Time: 7:19:31 PM
COMMENTS
Jack,
Caught your show at B.B. King's in N.Y.( my seventh time seeing you live!), and, as always, you played like a demon and sang like an angel! I brought my sister to the show, and when you played Theme and Milonga, I caught her staring in amazement. You still work that musical magic on people. The show was fantastic. My congrats to you and the band. I am proud to be a J.B. fan (my e-mail address can attest to that). I talk to people all the time and let them know that you are still involved in creating outstanding music. Thank you for all you've done. Doris
NAME: Jason C Allen
LOCATION: Orange County, CA
ADDRESS: jasoncallen!@home.com
Date: 12/17/2001
Time: 8:01:48 PM
COMMENTS
I have been a fan since first hearing Cream on the radio.
After seeing last night's show at the Galaxy, I regret that it has taken me this long to see a "Live" show.
The nearly three hour set was energy and emotion packed! The pace was relentless! An incredibly tight, top-flight band! It has been a long time since I have had such an amazing experience!
Thanks for giving me such a memorable evening. I hope to see you again...
You ARE the BEST!!
Regards,
Jason
NAME: Roger Wrobel
LOCATION: Morro Bay, California
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/17/2001
Time: 10:50:56 PM
COMMENTS
I saw the December 16th show at the Galaxy Theater and would be happy to write a review of it if someone is willing to bring it to the attention of Mr. Bruce and his band. I
NAME: Tim
LOCATION: New Jersey
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/18/2001
Time: 3:06:28 PM
COMMENTS
My wife and I spend every Friday night with you and a bottle of red. We caught your show at BB's on the 12th. We were blown away. You wre great, the band too. We can now die happily. Come back soon.
NAME: F
LOCATION: West Chester, Penn.
ADDRESS: Ryan302
Date: 12/19/2001
Time: 5:58:58 PM
COMMENTS
Jack, your are the best. I love your playing. I am a bass player and love playing along with your albums. I don't think I will ever be able to play "Crossroads" but I am trying like hell. Your the man, keep rocking, god Bless.
NAME: Prudy
LOCATION: US
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/19/2001
Time: 6:46:40 PM
COMMENTS
I just got Shadows In The Air and I love it. Such poetics, startling images, layers of music.
NAME: Scott Vincent
LOCATION: Orange County, California
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/20/2001
Time: 2:01:38 AM
COMMENTS
The Galaxy Theatre gig was outstanding. I had seen Jack in '89 and '93, but this time out was the best yet. Jack was in excellent voice, the band was great and as the night wore on, it seemed that the players were really starting to have fun on stage. The set list was drawn mainly from the very excellent new album. Of course some old numbers were there too-the extended renditions of "We're Going Wrong"(what a treat this one was) and "Politician" were absolutely pulverizing. Jack's bass playing remains second to none-if you have not been out to see him live, you are missing out on greatness. Jack, thanks for playing California, and please come back soon.
NAME: Marylin
LOCATION: New Jersey
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/22/2001
Time: 7:33:52 PM
COMMENTS
I learned of Jack Bruce's tour when I discovered this website. I was at B. B. King's on December 12, along with my husband, my 22-year old son, and a few other people. We, and everyone else from what we could see, had a thoroughly enjoyable time. I still love Jack's voice and my son was very impressed by his guitar skills (and his voice). I had been a fan of Cream back in my high school days, but had not really known of Jack's solo work until recently (I'm sorry to have missed out all those years). I bought the album Willpower (A Twenty-Year Retrospective) and I love it. BTW, the photos are great!
NAME: Andy Akstin
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/22/2001
Time: 11:48:29 PM
COMMENTS
A Blessed Christmas and 2002 to you and yours....Lost City Rocks....Was there ever a finer bass solo than in 'Powerhouse Sod'? I think not...Take good care...Rock on...It's in the blood....Cheerio
NAME: Ryan Fahy
LOCATION: New England, USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/23/2001
Time: 11:20:56 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is awesome. Why are so many of his solo works (Harmony Row, Out of the Storm) out of print? What a crime.
NAME: Larry Dyer
LOCATION: Elkhart, Indiana
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/23/2001
Time: 11:35:56 AM
COMMENTS
Just taking a moment to wish all our friends here at Jack's website a wonderful holiday season. And, of course, Happy Holidays to you Jack!
NAME: Marc Wickert
LOCATION: Tweed Heads, Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/24/2001
Time: 5:13:36 AM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack and Margrit, hope you have a wonderful Christmas and an even bigger 2002. To all the Jackettes who receive The Cuicoland Express electronic newsletter, I'd like to apologize for the delay in Carriage #43, but we have been having a shocker of a time with our computer/net connection, and would particularly like to say sorry to all the people who have sent in the wonderful reviews of Jack's concerts in America. Lorraine and I have been doing our very best to kick start the ******** and hope to have the next issue out in a day or two. Merry Christmas Derek, and thanks for the use of your site to inform all The Express passengers of the delay. Merry Christmas - a frustrated & weary Marc.
NAME: Dan Keegan
LOCATION: Cheverly,Md USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/24/2001
Time: 8:02:39 AM
COMMENTS
Merry Christmas Jack,from a long time fan.I learned,long ago that Jack Bruce is a true "Soul Man"
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/24/2001
Time: 1:38:10 PM
COMMENTS
Hey Jack and Jack fans, This has been a truly memorable year - I've seen you in live performance (magnificently so) twice, the album is great - have a great Christmas and may the new year bring even more wonderful offerings from the Cuicoland Express and maybe even a combination with another hero Andy Summers. Keep hustling tomorrow, Best wishes JB
NAME: Ron ROCKO Larocque
LOCATION: Orleans,Canada.
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/24/2001
Time: 2:08:05 PM
COMMENTS
Cheers JACK and just a thanks for a lot of great tunes over the years! My mum passed away in Nov. 98,she was a great lady from Ipswich Town,suffolk county.Have got relatives scattered all over the British Isles.(Holleys,Bradshaws and Millers!) I am a drummer,have been since 10,playing in local bands in and around the Ottawa area with the same mates for years. Keeps ya young right Jack! My mate Keith ordered your custom from Warwick(fretted).Hes' retired,(a bloomin' millionaire no less!),had some ,what he calls"limited sucess in the 'market'.He worships ya,and he chastizes any what plays wit a pick,an'such!He runs ' Time Machine Sound studio ',and us ole blokes try and promote local talent while havin' a bit o fun jammin at times! Anyway,I've become a bit long-winded on this one,when alls I meant to do was tell ya - We loves ya over here in Canada Jack! When ya comin through these parts? If ya do,then come an jam wit us at time machine! Thanks ack we do love dem tunes a yours!!! Rocko Larocque
NAME: Brad Frazier
LOCATION: Fairhaven Mass.USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/24/2001
Time: 4:52:32 PM
COMMENTS
It's Christmas Eve, just thought I'd wish your family the best. What else can I say. respectfully Brad
NAME: Mitch Kane
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS: m,kane@integratedaccess,com
Date: 12/25/2001
Time: 12:06:16 PM
COMMENTS
Happy Holidays to Jack, his family and all the maniacs that I get to hang out in line with whenever he is in town. Remember, there is nothing wrong with eating latkas on Christmas.
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/25/2001
Time: 12:52:07 PM
COMMENTS
Here's to Jack - the richest man in town.
NAME: Ian McIntyre
LOCATION: Toronto, Ontario, Canada
ADDRESS: www.indiepool.com/theintentions
Date: 12/25/2001
Time: 4:00:43 PM
COMMENTS
Greetings Jack.THANKS for all the great music and insperation. Being a bassist/composer/vocalist and performer you are THE mentor. I remember you played at the El Mocambo in 1988 and you said "Thank God somebody bought my bloody records" after I was cheering you on. I realized you were better in person than I heard on record.Also, being a Mingus freak,your right hand blew me away, which I incorperated to my bass and cello(tuned in fourths-B,E,A and D). I wonder if theres any bootlegs of you performing with Lifetime?(I WISH!!!!)A few months ago I played at my friend Jeff Healy's club in Toronto with a trio called Desraili Gears which was great. Jeff said he jammed with you and told you about me(he also fired me from his group 18 years ago because I had too much energy and was too busy).Anyways, things are going good and I also front a power-trio called "The Intentions" with a debut C.D.and involved with various free jazz groups in the Toronto area. I would like to jam with you in the future...maybe a Mingus onslaught with 3 basses!!!Have you seen the making of Escalator Over The Hill video? Where the engineer's telling you about some timing problem and Carla comes in the vocalbooth and says"Do what you want before I told you what to do",and then you nail it! I've worn out my vinyl of the 3 record set and got the 2 C.D.s.I hope you continue to put out great music because we need it to inspire our souls . In a world of music its not easy to take chances and be different so I Thank you for the greatest gift of all. IAN
NAME: asusaid
LOCATION: ny
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/25/2001
Time: 9:35:00 PM
COMMENTS
all the very best to you and your loved ones mr. bruce. 2002 seems like a good year for a new Cream recording. most importantly though is your continued work with your wonderful compositions and unparalled voice. thank you from the bottom of my heart, and soul.
NAME: van topolèiæ
LOCATION: croatia
ADDRESS: gslaveti inet.hr
Date: 12/26/2001
Time: 3:06:02 PM
COMMENTS
thank you for being you jack play on. van
NAME: Henk Buss
LOCATION: Haarlem, The Netherlands
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/26/2001
Time: 10:59:02 PM
COMMENTS
Dear Jack, You have been an influence in my life from the first time I heard White Room on my transistor radio, making my homework... Although I was too young to have been able to attend any Cream show, I am convinced that I'm So Glad (from the Goodbye Album) is the best piece of music ever performed (in all categories). Having seen many of your shows (the latest of which being your performances at the North Sea Jazz Festival in The Hague and the Melkweg in Amsterdam) I feel very privileged (even guilty, after hearing that so many of my American Friends do & did not get the opportunity) that over and over again my existence has been refuelled by you, not only through your incredible musicianship but also through your dedicated and friendly personality and intelligence. Of course I hope that there will ever be a reunion of that sixties band, that could only be described as the HOLY TRINITY, but one thing is clear: You, 'being the abassador of good music' as you were once aptly named (in Melody Maker, wasn't it?)have given us more than we ever could have hoped for. I (and my dear brother) wish you and your family all the best! THANK YOU JACK! Henk Buss
NAME: Bill Coulshed
LOCATION: Preston, Lancs, UK
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/27/2001
Time: 12:48:14 PM
COMMENTS
Great to see this site! I was listening to the live version of Crossroads coz I was given the "Air Guitar" CD for Christmas. It took me back to my teens, when that song - and that particular version - was THE song for me. I even attempted a version of it at the 6t Form concert... It must have been dire. Looking through the concert history on the site I now know that it was August 1977 when I came to see the JB Band at Lancaster University. The support band's van had broken down, so JB ended up playing two sets. Probably one of the best gigs I ever went to.
All the best Jack, hope you're well.
Cheers, Bill
NAME: David B Kundert
LOCATION: Antioch, Ca USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/27/2001
Time: 1:00:27 PM
COMMENTS
Just checking out the website through the link from Gov't Mule new CD.
NAME: claude brunet
LOCATION: laval, quebec canada
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/28/2001
Time: 3:41:16 PM
COMMENTS
I am a fan of Jack Bruce ever since the Cream, being a bass player myself, he was my major influence, he taught me how to play bass and sing at the same time.I had a band and we did play Badge, Sunshine of your love and White room.He was a tremendous bass player and singer. I share with him the affliction of George Harrison `s death...
NAME: Dennis Lawrenson
LOCATION: Wallabi Point , Australia
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/28/2001
Time: 7:00:26 PM
COMMENTS
Best wishes Jack to you, your family and loved ones.I trust you had a well deserved rest over Christmas ,I've heared from friends in the USA how tight the band was . All the best for a happy enjoyable and creative New Year. Kind regards, Dennis
NAME: Glenn
LOCATION: Monterey, CA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/29/2001
Time: 12:23:42 AM
COMMENTS
Just received Shadows from a certain jolly man with white whiskers(no not Ginger), and it played and played all Christmas day! My kids loved it 15 and 18 especially the remake of White Room. We were all astounded. Could be a hit all over again! I think its great Eric has visited you in the studio over the years. Hopefully it may happen more often. But your bandmates are top notch and I really love the new CD. So well produced! Voice hasn't been that well recorded since the Storm album how many years ago?! Infact I'd love to hear that album, er CD, sometime soon. It's gotta be that freakin Stigwood company. Truly loved all the remakes, He the Richmond was outstanding and Fields Ah! just wonderful and your new stuff, my kids were just knocked out. "So Professional Dad! This is really good stuff! Who is this?" Ha! Keep rockin forever Jack! We luv ya!
NAME: Alan Brooks
LOCATION: Colorado. USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/29/2001
Time: 1:00:07 AM
COMMENTS
I never get tired of 'Pollution Woman' from WHY DONTCHA album. The title migt have been given a better title, as the 2 women I played the track too did not understand that it is a song about nature and the seasons and change and sex-- NOT an attack on women. T
NAME: Alan Brooks
LOCATION: Colorado. USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/29/2001
Time: 1:01:00 AM
COMMENTS
I never get tired of 'Pollution Woman' from WHY DONTCHA album. The title migt have been given a better title, as the 2 women I played the track too did not understand that it is a song about nature and the seasons and change and sex-- NOT an attack on women. T
NAME: A Brooks
LOCATION: USA
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/29/2001
Time: 1:04:50 AM
COMMENTS
Pollution woman ( from WHY DONTCHA, by West, Bruce Laing) is JB's best in my book. The title offended the two women I played the track to, though, for reasons which may not be too difficult to fathom, They were mistaken, as the song is about nature, sex, change, the seasons; all that....
NAME: astek
LOCATION: Brasil
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/29/2001
Time: 5:09:07 PM
COMMENTS
if Jack read it,...Cream is my favorite band,Jack Bruce my favorit bassist and "World of pain" my favorite song.I'm a bassist to,and would like to play this song.But,unfourtnaly,i can't get the bass by my ears yet...so,jack(or somebody else),i'll get very happy if you send this tab to me.Congratulations to you and to the webmaster.Thank you very much, Astek
NAME: Robert Clayton
LOCATION: Bordentown, NJ
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/29/2001
Time: 5:15:46 PM
COMMENTS
I was quite surprised to read Alan's entry regarding 'Pollution Woman'. Although Jack's solo albums are all masterpieces, I love the songs by West, Bruce & Laing which featured Jack, and my all-time favorite song is 'Pollution Woman'. I remember reading in Circus magazine back in '72 about the recording sessions for that first WB&L album. The article noted that Jack's voice was overdubbed some 32 times for the 'choir' effect on 'Pollution Woman' and 'Out Into the Fields'. But there is something very special about 'Pollution Woman' that strikes very deep in my soul. Aside from Jack's beautiful singing, amazingingly complex bass lines, Leslie's and Corky's playing are the perfect compliment to Jack's playing and singing- in my book ranking right up there with some of Cream's best material. Like much of Cream's material and Jack's subsequent solo work, WB&L were ahead of their time. The recording of the song was a truly inspired musical event. As a teenager, I used to imagine myself hearing that song on my way to the 'afterlife' as it gradually, beautifully reaches the crescendo at the end. I never quite understood the title, but so what? For anyone to consider it an attack on women just because of the association of the two words in the title is just silly. Grow up girls- stop being so paranoid. (By the way, the Cream magazine article also pointed out that the title 'Like a Plate', another work of Jack's genius, referred to a British slang phrase for a particular sex act- can you guess which one? Any Brits out there care to give some input/clarification?) Robert Clayton Bordentown, NJ USA
NAME: Jorge Alberto Marçal de Carvalho
LOCATION: Rio de Janeiro - Brazil
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/30/2001
Time: 7:23:53 AM
COMMENTS
Jack Bruce is one of the three greatest bass guitarrists in the world. His performances on Cream and West, Bruce & Laing records and concerts don't let any doubt. Congratulations, Jack Bruce!
NAME: TheKee
LOCATION:
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/30/2001
Time: 7:52:02 AM
COMMENTS
Lets face it,Jack Bruce is god. Screw that Clapton is god crap.
NAME: PLee
LOCATION: NYC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/30/2001
Time: 1:15:54 PM
COMMENTS
This much is certain - God is Dog backwards.
NAME: Ian
LOCATION: Toronto
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/30/2001
Time: 3:10:55 PM
COMMENTS
Have you any plans to visit Canada?
I can assure you that there are great venues (at least in Toronto) and lots of appreciative folks. Hope to see/hear you here soon.
ICB
NAME: TheKee
LOCATION: DC
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/31/2001
Time: 7:31:53 AM
COMMENTS
PLee,PLee What a guy.All that wit,and I bet your a snappy dresser too.
NAME: captain madgirl
LOCATION: japan
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/31/2001
Time: 11:07:23 AM
COMMENTS
Jack,I can't wait for your coming to Japan any more! All of your fans in Japan want to be blown away with your fantastic bass play. Anyway I wish you and your companies will have a happy new year. Peace.
NAME: John Burrell
LOCATION: Harrogate, England
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/31/2001
Time: 1:16:18 PM
COMMENTS
Here they go again - when you bring religion into it, people start fighting!!! Come on guys, lets have a peaceful, Jackful New Year - no gods, please.
Happy New Year!!
NAME: Juan Vega
LOCATION: Eagle Rock, CA (USA)
ADDRESS:
Date: 12/31/2001
Time: 1:37:55 PM
COMMENTS
Great page, and great info. To this day, 'Things We Like' is one of my favorite records, and was way ahead of its time when it came out.
Thanks for all the great music and inspiration along the way; continued success!
JV
