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Neil Diamond - Kennedy Center Honors

"I loved John Lithgow introduction, you can tell he's a huge fan. All 4 performers were good but Jennifer Nettles of Sugarland did outstanding version of "hello again." *** Most of you probably know, but Sugarland includes…"

Dec 31, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion New group called "The Enquirer"

"Melissa, HELL YEAH. I agree with you 100%. I quit IAIS because of the nasty replies from some of the members if you said "anything" they didn't like. And I almost quit SWEET CAROLINE because of the…"

Dec 7, 2011

richard shirley replied to Alyce V's discussion How tall do you think Neil Diamond is ?

"Alyce, In an interview a few years back, Neil himself said he was 5"11&1/2" tall. DIamond said he ALMOST made 6' but not quite. Can't remember the magazine presently,if I do, I'll let you know."

Jul 22, 2011

richard shirley posted a blog post

THANKS FOR ALL OF THE VIDEOS

Just a thank you to all of you that have posted videos of European tour. Really glad he is singing "Glory Road" and "I've Been This Way Before," 2 of my very favorites and 2 very powerful songs. He sounds great and is obviously enjoying himself. I'M looking forward to seeing him in the U.S. when he tours again. BTW: On a recent vacation at Hilton Head,SC, at a local restaurant, the singer/guitarist played SWEET CAROLINE every night to great applause and sing a longs. Keep posting those videos…See More

Jun 19, 2011

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Mar 22, 2011

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Mar 17, 2011

richard shirley replied to Diamond4ever's discussion Neil's Tweets this week

"We have become de-sensitized by profanity in our society to the point many people use it around children and other with little regard, which does bother me. Using it at the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame ceremony where it is almost expected is…"

Mar 17, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion Give a poor pop icon his moment

" Deb, Yes I guess it is ironic as Neil has many many songs hanging around and will forever. Didn't catch it when I chose it but I just think Yesterday's Songs is the worst "hit" song he ever released. (too much…"

Mar 16, 2011

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Mar 16, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion Give a poor pop icon his moment

"Thanks for the nice comments on my review. I just have a couple of follow-up thoughts. 1. I took it from the reviewers that said he was crass, aggressive,etc. "punk rock" acting meant it in a very positive way. A couple of them said…"

Mar 16, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion Give a poor pop icon his moment

"Thanks for the kind words Melissa. I also want to tell you that I appreciate your website. I find it much "Friendlier" than the other one I was on. (you probably know). By the way, the LV music news you post. Is that where you…"

Mar 15, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion Live: Tom Waits (And A Punk-Rock Neil Diamond) Dominate The Rock Hall Induction Ceremony

"Great Article!! Looks like Neil has been holding in his "disgust" Not just disappointment with those that have not voted for him in the past. I would be curious though, it does appear that Neil has had support from some of the big names in…"

Mar 15, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion Give a poor pop icon his moment

"Nice article Dianne in "Some Respects.".Here's my take. The same rock critics that don't like Diamond being inducted have no problem, in fact embrace others like James Taylor. Nothing against Taylor who IS talented , but is…"

Mar 15, 2011

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Mar 14, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion Neil Diamond: The Bang Years 1966-1968

" Barbara, I think the reason is because it was 1994 when the cd you speak of was released and has been out of print for awhile. New Diamond fans or fans rediscovering him that does not have that cd now have a chance to hear the BANG songs in…"

Mar 12, 2011

richard shirley replied to Melissa B's discussion Songs

"This may be his last tour there and since Hot August Night was SO HUGE in Australia, I would choose the following: OPENING SONG: Prelude & Crunchy Granola Suite(like on Hot August Night) CLOSING SONG: I've Been This Way Before (such a…"

Feb 21, 2011

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