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Levon Helm
Studios Guestbook
Guestbook Archive November 2004 ~ April 2006
Levon, Sandy, the musicians, staff and fans all enjoy the guestbook, so keep
posting and thank you.
State/Country Austin, TX Have you been to a Ramble? YES Subject Special Ramble last Sunday Comments: I could go on and on about how amazing everyone on Team Levon was to work with. It is one tight family you have up there, sir. THANK YOU for the joyful noise and for a night I will never forget.
State/Country Ohio Have you been to a Ramble? Not yet !! Subject Refered by a artist Comments: May I say ..you have the most beautiful Studio, that I have ever seen ! The website is amazing, and I hope sometime to make it there ! Respectfully, Jan
State/Country Vermont US Have you been to a Ramble? Yes, second one last night. Wow! Subject A special Ramble. My blog entry. Thanks!!! Comments: The No Film Festival by mary e. gedt. monkton vermont. "the trials of the world are all heaven's pearls" Electric Dirt Levon Helm Band. Angels were singing last night in Woodstock and they brought us a gift for having a hard year and recent stress. My vision of heaven is Levon Helm's Midnight Ramble. We were blessed to have tickets and yes that is a religious statement. Because Levon's church is a healing place. We pray for Levon's healing and for best wishes for his beloved soulmate Sandy, Amy and family and friends/staff. After paying the taxes on the farm we realized there is more to life than death and taxes which are certain, however we do control our destiny. Saturday morning Fred asked me to a special ramble like he said 25 years ago after I told him to.Yes was all I could say then and now. We were more than pleasantly surprised again at the professional caring staff, the relaxed atmosphere, the musicians extraordinaire. There was a band at the beginning who I enjoyed but I don't have their name. Wonderful sound. Then proceeded the following fabulous bands filled with joy of music and dedication to a grueling, demanding rewarding lifestyle. Look them up. They are great! Guy Forsyth. Part magician, part carnival barker, all musician and director of a tight group. He enthusiastically shares the stage with Carolyn Wonderland with her extreme vocal ranges, mastery of amazing guitar licks eerily reminiscent of Janis Joplin and Stevie Ray Vaughn. She seemed surprised at the audiences roars. Janis and SRV are back I marvelled. And so music goes. The techniques and styles handed off so that it may never be lost. Waylon Payne has a touching voice and natural skill at playing. Hubert Sumlin showed us his masterful sweet style and those beautiful notes and humor. Kris Kristofferson entered the room and we had already been saturated with seriously fine music. He shared his life of music and allowed us to see how his simple complex melodies shaped us. We saw he and his wife communicating silently as couples do, and share a moment like a song he wrote for his children. I got teary. That song will outlive us all and we are truly honored we saw the unplugged Kris Kristofferson. Last but certainly not least is the man who brought the southern rambles to the New York scene. He fused all the genres he immersed himself in. Most of all to us, he allowed us to have a glimpse at his barn of memories. I have trouble remembering all the songs and sets. I have no trouble remembering the feeling when that talented man with a cape began to walk through the crowd and the cheers started on one end of the barn and went clear through. The roar was therapeutic. We knew what was coming. We had seen and heard Levon before, and we knew we would never be the same. Levon and Amy Helm, Theresa Williams and Larry Campbell and all the rest of the band who are each a master and together a heaven's choir. Levon's voice comes through again in his looks, glances. mouthing words and showing his feelings on the drums. We bought awhile ago the 2 DVD set available at levonhelm.com. On one DVD, Little Sammy sang because Levon could not sing-doctor's orders. The second was Levon singing again. They both show equal superior clean raw talent. Is it my imagination that he beats those drums with even more expression when denied voice? It feels that way. I saw the drumsticks quiver above the skins and his hands seemed still. Voice or not, He is always a joy to watch and listen to and the rest of the band complements each other in perfect synergy. Thanks Levon, you are a great human being.
State/Country Pa. Have you been to a Ramble? UH HUH Subject Sunday's Special Show Comments: It's was wonderful catching up with you guys last night. Words are inadequate to describe the evening but....I HAVE SEEN THE FUTURE AND SHE IS NAMED CAROLYN WONDERLAND.
State/Country New Jersey Have you been to a Ramble? 11/14 Ramble first of many Subject What a night! Comments: What a great idea and venue! Like sitting in your living room. Your band members and guest (M.C.) were so on. Watching you, I could tell you were enjoying it as much as I was. Thanks, Levon and take your time getting your voice back.
State/Country Long Beach, NY Have you been to a Ramble? First One Subject Unreal Comments: Attended my first ramble on Nov. 14. Was blown away by the ammount of raw talent. Some of the best music I have ever seen live. Experiencing that with my father is something that I will remember forever. Thanks to everyone involved, and can't wait to get up there for another. See you at Terminal 5. -Ed
State/Country NY USA Have you been to a Ramble? Yes Subject WOW! Comments: Thank you Levon and crew!!! Too many highlights to list, unbelievable experience! "Attics Of My Life" was surreal Thank you!
State/Country West Hartford, CT Have you been to a Ramble? Two Subject Ramble with Marshall Crenshaw Comments: Dear Keepers of the Ramble: I wanted to offer my thanks for these wonderful events. My wife and I have taken our 7 year old son to two Rambles and we have all enjoyed these special evenings. Back in August, I had the chance to introduce my son to Levon and they had a nice chat on the back porch. Then after the show, the incredibly talented security staff positioned my son to meet Levon on his way out and Levon gave him drum sticks. My wife and I will never forget that moment, Max looking up at Levon, getting the sticks and then a hug. We still talk about it and just shake our heads that such a moment is possible. The music, the vibe, the crowd, the staff all conspire to make a great evening. This weekend's show really rocked too. Thanks for everything. John
State/Country Stonington, CT. Have you been to a Ramble? Yes.....Two Subject Thank you Comments: Levon and the entire staff up there in Woodstock. Was able to make both Rambles this past Saturday & Sunday nights. I can only say WOW !!!!! Thank you for making the whole experience so personalized and for introducing my girlfriend and myself to other performers we have never heard about. Keep pounding those drums hard sir. You run a top notch show....... Stan & Donalyn
State/Country Rhode Island Have you been to a Ramble? Yes Subject A Beautiful Family Comments: November 14th Midnight Ramble, my first, a gift from my soul sister and the best gift ever. Levon, the love and joy radiated as you played. Your music is sung out to touch lives, their hearts and souls. I am still in awe and haven't stopped listening to you, Teresa, Amy, Brian and everyone else since I left your wonderful home. You will always be loved and adored as your magical musical talents continue to roll on. God bless you and your beautiful family. Carol from Coventry, RI.
State/Country Rome, NY Have you been to a Ramble? Yes Subject November 15th Ramble Comments: I guess I should be expecting an invoice, because I left with a heck of a lot more than I paid for last night. Wow! Mind-blowing songs and talent! My heartfelt thanks to all. Partial set list: Kris Kristofferson: Me & Bobby McGee The Pilgrim Here Comes That Rainbow Again Help Me Make It Through the Night Sunday Mornin’ Coming Down Levon Helm Band: The Shape I’m In Love Played A Game Fannie Mae Long Black Veil Before I Grow Old Midnite Highway Deep Elum Blues Everybody Loves A Winner Tennessee Jed Mardi Gras Day (They Call Me) The Breeze It Makes No Difference Chest Fever The Weight
State/Country New Jersey / USA Have you been to a Ramble? yes Subject Best Ever Comments: Went on 11/15/09. It was the best.Had a wonderful time (Thank You Levon) GOD BLESS YOU |
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