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Title: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Howie Edelson on February 05, 2014, 02:13:37 PM Anybody in the New York area on the fence about Al's show on Friday should know Blondie is confirmed and judging from rehearsals -- if you're a FRIENDS, 20/20, and SUNFLOWER fan, it's gonna be worth your while.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Lowbacca on February 05, 2014, 02:21:25 PM Wow...!! Wish I could be there.... :-\
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Justin on February 05, 2014, 02:36:58 PM Nice...I hope some great videos turn up from the gig.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: orange22 on February 05, 2014, 04:30:59 PM Would love to be there. Not sure I can make it from where I work in time though.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Steve Mayo on February 05, 2014, 07:26:16 PM that's what sick days are for... :)
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: SonoraDick on February 05, 2014, 09:44:26 PM that's what sick days are for... :) That and for being able to buy online the first day tickets go on sale. ;D Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: HeyJude on February 06, 2014, 06:12:15 AM If this is truly going to be a unique performance, and if Al has no intention or ability to finally mount a real full-blown solo tour of small clubs and smaller venues to present a show like this, then I really hope they capture this show professionally in audio and hopefully video form and release it. These guys aren’t getting any younger, and, to borrow and paraphrase a reference of Howie Edelson’s from awhile back, we need to see more of this sort of thing from Al that isn’t just “playing ‘Little Deuce Coupe’ at a street fair with rented equipment.”
If a fully reunited Beach Boys can’t keep things together (or even if they could), this sort of thing is how Al should be capping off his career, not playing corporate gigs and fairs with the “Surf City All Stars.” (No offense to those guys; I’d go see them with Al too if they played in my area.) Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: baseball95 on February 06, 2014, 08:23:24 AM Al claims he's also gonna do Cabinessence!!!!!!!
http://www.classichitsandoldies.com/v2/2014/02/06/beach-boy-al-jardine-shares-details-about-star-studded-nyc-beatles-tribute-show-taking-place-saturday/ Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: KittyKat on February 06, 2014, 09:39:20 AM That will be interesting to see how he pulls that off without the big Brian Wilson band.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Howie Edelson on February 06, 2014, 11:05:46 AM I've been involved in show from the beginning and have been urging Al to really go deep, sending him the setlist that "we" want to see.
"Cabinessence" wasn't my idea (when he told me he, I literally asked him if he was joking). I was actually pushing hard for "Out In The Country" -- which didn't make the cut, but the fact that it was even in consideration says a lot about where he's willing to go. He was even mentioning "Funky Pretty" for the Blondie spot. I'm proud to say that most of his set is something that we would all gladly go out of our way to see him play in a scaled back high-end club -- and hopefully we will. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: bgas on February 06, 2014, 11:09:18 AM I've been involved in show from the beginning and have been urging Al to really go deep, sending him the setlist that "we" want to see. "Cabinessence" wasn't my idea (when he told me he, I literally asked him if he was joking). I was actually pushing hard for "Out In The Country" -- which didn't make the cut, but the fact that it was even in consideration says a lot about where he's willing to go. He was even mentioning "Funky Pretty" for the Blondie spot. I'm proud to say that most of his set is something that we would all gladly go out of our way to see him play in a scaled back high-end club -- and hopefully we will. So you'll be recording it to show again in a high-end club? Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Rocker on February 06, 2014, 11:16:09 AM I've been involved in show from the beginning and have been urging Al to really go deep, sending him the setlist that "we" want to see. "Cabinessence" wasn't my idea (when he told me he, I literally asked him if he was joking). I was actually pushing hard for "Out In The Country" -- which didn't make the cut, but the fact that it was even in consideration says a lot about where he's willing to go. He was even mentioning "Funky Pretty" for the Blondie spot. I'm proud to say that most of his set is something that we would all gladly go out of our way to see him play in a scaled back high-end club -- and hopefully we will. "Funky pretty" !! That'd be cool. Both their voices shone on the record and the live versions I have heard. That would be one of the songs I wished was played by the Beach Boys (which means in 2012 or if it should happen in the future) Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Ed Roach on February 06, 2014, 12:53:46 PM I've been involved in show from the beginning and have been urging Al to really go deep, sending him the setlist that "we" want to see. "Cabinessence" wasn't my idea (when he told me he, I literally asked him if he was joking). I was actually pushing hard for "Out In The Country" -- which didn't make the cut, but the fact that it was even in consideration says a lot about where he's willing to go. He was even mentioning "Funky Pretty" for the Blondie spot. I'm proud to say that most of his set is something that we would all gladly go out of our way to see him play in a scaled back high-end club -- and hopefully we will. Amazing that you're pulling this one off, Howie! Let's hope it's only the beginning Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: SloopJohnnyB on February 06, 2014, 08:35:51 PM Wow! I wish I could be there.
Please! Someone record this show! A proper CD release is warranted! This sounds incredible. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Marcella on February 07, 2014, 06:49:46 PM Wanted to bump this thread to see if we have any early reports from attendees?
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: ToneBender631 on February 07, 2014, 08:20:40 PM Wanted to bump this thread to see if we have any early reports from attendees? Just from memory, some of the songs (in no particular order): Wake The World At My Window Cabinessence Sail On, Sailor Transcendental Meditation Postcard From California Waves of Love Help Me, Rhonda Barbara Ann Where Have All The Flowers Gone Hopefully someone else can help me full in the blanks. There was also a Vega-Tables tease! Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Marcella on February 07, 2014, 09:21:06 PM Thanks for the update. How did Al sound? Was it a straight acoustic set? Al & a guitar? Any members of Brian's superb band performing with Al & Blondie? How was the venue? Crowd? Well attended? Sorry for all the questions. I'm miffed I couldn't make it. Bad timing for me. Any answers are appreciated
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Howie Edelson on February 07, 2014, 09:27:44 PM SETLIST
Transcendental Meditation TM Song At My Window Wake The World A Postcard From California Sail On Sailor - w/ Blondie & Paul Shaffer Waves Of Love Help Me, Rhonda Cabinessence ____________________ Where Have All The Flowers Gone - w/ Blondie on piano So Long It's Been Good To Know You - w/ Blondie on piano Barbara Ann (by request) - w/ Blondie on backing vocals Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: The Shift on February 08, 2014, 01:10:48 AM Not bad at all!!!!!! Ffffabulous, in fact!
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Tony S on February 08, 2014, 04:48:46 AM Nice mix; love WHATFG! Wish I had been there, would have been well worth the price of admission to see that set list.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: ToneBender631 on February 08, 2014, 05:44:07 AM Thanks for the update. How did Al sound? Was it a straight acoustic set? Al & a guitar? Any members of Brian's superb band performing with Al & Blondie? How was the venue? Crowd? Well attended? Sorry for all the questions. I'm miffed I couldn't make it. Bad timing for me. Any answers are appreciated Al sounded fantastic and was in fine spirits. He was playing acoustic guitar throughout the evening, with accompaniment from acoustic bass (not upright), add'l acoustic guitar, light drumming, piano, and some occasional banjo, harmonium and accordion. The best way I can describe it is that it felt like sitting around a campfire with a bunch of friends, one of whom happened to be Al Jardine. The performance was loose with people coming on-stage as the songs required. The very deep cuts were a treat and I especially enjoyed A Postcard From California. There are some songs that you gain a deeper appreciation for after hearing live and this was one of them. I was particularly impressed that Al did Cabinessence. That's not an easy song to pull off and after a quick false start, came out sounding great, with Mary Ann even providing some of the backing vocals. After giving a bit of background on the meaning of the song, Al touched on the historical impact of the railroads on society and then pivoted towards a bit of modern environmental concerns (as it relates to coal shipment and the rails). He spoke briefly about the David Lynch Foundation and what they're trying to do (the show was a benefit after all). It really sounds like a fine organization and I'm looking forward to learning more about them in the future. I'd love to see Al do more of these types of performances in the future. Maybe they could work a 5-7 song acoustic set into future BAD shows, or do some smaller, stripped down (and more affordable) acoustic shows on off-nights in markets that offer more intimate venues. We know how great Al can sound in such a setting and I'll bet Brian's singing would step up significantly as well, given the lower volumes and improved monitoring situation (ex. Rolling Stone acoustic performance during C50). Thanks to all that made this wonderful night happen! Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: lee on February 08, 2014, 08:03:09 AM Good for Al. Glad to see someone actually perform deep cuts. Too bad Al doesn't go on tour with special guests Brian and David.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Ed Roach on February 08, 2014, 08:35:12 AM Hopefully Howie will post some of the cool pictures he took, (especially the one of he & Blondie!). Sounds like it was a great night; wish I could have been there...
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: ToneBender631 on February 08, 2014, 08:53:18 AM Here are some photos I took:
(http://i61.tinypic.com/10xwrdh.jpg) (http://i62.tinypic.com/szyir7.jpg) (http://i57.tinypic.com/2mhs8qh.jpg) Most of you will note the total lack of microphones on-stage. The fantastic acoustics of the room rendered them entirely unnecessary and made the whole evening seem that much more intimate. There were, however, room mics above the stage (undoubtedly for recording) and there were people filming the show. Not sure if it was on Al's behalf, the DLF, the museum or all three. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: J.G. Dev on February 08, 2014, 09:39:22 AM Gosh Darn, now that's a set list! Way to go Al. This show needs to be brought to the people, and by people, I don't mean a NYC fundraiser, or the Friends of Big Sur Library....Al needs to book a coffee house/small club tour. And while he's at it, grow back his pony tail.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Mikie on February 08, 2014, 10:48:47 AM "Cabinessence" was an excellent selection! Now let's hear "Funky Pretty"! And "Lookin' At Tomorrow"!
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: KC41 on February 08, 2014, 10:53:54 AM And after the show ended, Al came upstairs signed autographs, posed for photos, and talked to anyone that stayed. Very gracious and a real gentleman.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Jim V. on February 08, 2014, 11:46:43 AM I think it's just so awesome that Blondie is part of the Beach Boys "circle" again. He's a major asset to have, and I think it's great that he seems to be doing quite a bit of work with both Brian and Al.
It's just super exciting that this year Brian will be releasing an album with healthy participation by Blondie Chaplin and Al Jardine. Short of another Beach Boys reunion (with Blondie too) this is about as good as it gets. And I'm happy to be able to be around right now to experience it. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Tony S on February 08, 2014, 01:22:00 PM I would gladly pay for an Al Jardine "small club" acoustic show. I think it would be a great idea and I think if it was priced and promted well, it would do ok sales wise. Lots of die hard fans would go, I think.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 08, 2014, 01:36:28 PM Just noticed this and don't think its been mentioned. Al on the Artie Lange show this week talking up the show.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYjCU4-ub6E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZuT6NIqiWI Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: clack on February 08, 2014, 03:39:32 PM Just noticed this and don't think its been mentioned. Al on the Artie Lange show this week talking up the show. Not only the show -- Al talks about Manson and Murray, among other topics.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYjCU4-ub6E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZuT6NIqiWI Course, Al has less nerd-knowledge about the Beach Boys than any of us : he thinks Brian interrupted the recording of 'Wendy' to write 'God Only Knows'... Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: metal flake paint on February 08, 2014, 04:47:14 PM Just noticed this and don't think its been mentioned. Al on the Artie Lange show this week talking up the show. Not only the show -- Al talks about Manson and Murray, among other topics.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYjCU4-ub6E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZuT6NIqiWI Course, Al has less nerd-knowledge about the Beach Boys than any of us : he thinks Brian interrupted the recording of 'Wendy' to write 'God Only Knows'... In Al's defence, he did admit later that he was wrong. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: bgas on February 08, 2014, 06:51:34 PM Just noticed this and don't think its been mentioned. Al on the Artie Lange show this week talking up the show. Not only the show -- Al talks about Manson and Murray, among other topics.http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYjCU4-ub6E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZuT6NIqiWI Course, Al has less nerd-knowledge about the Beach Boys than any of us : he thinks Brian interrupted the recording of 'Wendy' to write 'God Only Knows'... In Al's defence, he did admit later that he was wrong. Sure, Al makes any number of mistakes as to remembering what went on; but let's face it, he lived all of that! HE wasn't writing their history, he was simply helping make the music. Day in/Day out. While I'm sure we'd all like to think he'd remember every single detail ( and correctly, I might add) he was busy recording/touring/living. Most folks aren't going to remember their own story Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Doo Dah on February 08, 2014, 07:28:56 PM Fantastic set list! I was privileged to see Van Dyke perform at a small nightclub in Portland (with string quartet) back in '10. With the right touch, I don't see why he couldn't arrange a cool little 15 show tour showcasing the deep cuts. The right acoustic indie band (someone with cred) would insure the right numbers and the right crowd.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 08, 2014, 08:30:08 PM Al's the man! More BB tunes in this style would make a pretty interesting show.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBudiG3C54E Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: startBBtoday on February 08, 2014, 10:20:41 PM Al's the man! More BB tunes in this style would make a pretty interesting show. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBudiG3C54E Al sounds like he's 24 on this. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Mikie on February 08, 2014, 10:38:48 PM I was standing in the front row of this small gig in Berkeley a few years ago, so I had a taste of what an acoustic show with Al would sound like:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6wgUDcCeEYw Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Rocker on February 09, 2014, 04:22:40 AM Al's the man! More BB tunes in this style would make a pretty interesting show. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iBudiG3C54E Wow! Thank you! Al sounds great. And how cool to see him play Banjo on a Pet Sounds song! Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Lowbacca on February 09, 2014, 05:12:25 AM Just noticed this and don't think its been mentioned. Al on the Artie Lange show this week talking up the show. I posted it in the media section's YouTube thread the other day. 8) Neat interview..http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rYjCU4-ub6E http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XZuT6NIqiWI Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Tony S on February 09, 2014, 05:18:05 AM Wow, Al sounded great on that! Now I really want to see the acoustic. small club tour. It would be the best sounding show by a Beach Boy I years.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: startBBtoday on February 09, 2014, 08:27:15 AM Wow, Al sounded great on that! Now I really want to see the acoustic. small club tour. It would be the best sounding show by a Beach Boy I years. If he remembers the words and how the songs go. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: tpesky on February 09, 2014, 09:10:17 AM Why wasn't that song in a BB setlist at ANY POINT with Al on lead except for the Brian/Al Pet Sounds tour???? He sounds fantastic.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 09, 2014, 11:43:53 PM Looks like Al did another gig the following night, Feb 8.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgptigLHkQQ Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Tony S on February 10, 2014, 04:04:34 AM Nice. Anyone post any videos from the first show? Would love to see those, especially Cabinessence and At My Window, and Where Have All The Flowers Gone.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: ToneBender631 on February 10, 2014, 04:59:47 AM Nice. Anyone post any videos from the first show? Would love to see those, especially Cabinessence and At My Window, and Where Have All The Flowers Gone. Although the show was filmed, I wouldn't anticipate any audience videos coming out. The vibe of the room wasn't really "Hold up your iPhone for 5 minutes and record a video". I didn't even feel super comfortable taking photos 5 photos to be totally honest. :-\ Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: SurfRiderHawaii on February 10, 2014, 09:52:58 PM Looks like Al did another gig the following night, Feb 8. With the Rip Chords. Can't quite make out Bruce on stage...... ;Dhttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CgptigLHkQQ Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 12, 2014, 02:08:13 PM WTF!
Al Jardine joined by Ringo over the weekend I guess. Why have we not heard about this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lh_FOk6OcRo Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: alf wiedersehen on February 12, 2014, 02:19:28 PM WTF! Al Jardine joined by Ringo over the weekend I guess. Why have we not heard about this? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=lh_FOk6OcRo Are we sure that's Ringo Starr, and not just a short guy with an earring? Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 12, 2014, 02:33:16 PM ....flicking the double 'peace' sign at 7min?
99.9% sure its him. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: bgas on February 12, 2014, 03:58:26 PM ....flicking the double 'peace' sign at 7min? 99.9% sure its him. doesn't look the least bit like Ringo Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 12, 2014, 04:05:48 PM Really?
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=O1gNuZ7CyPA He was in NY over the last few days so why wouldn't it be? Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Camus on February 12, 2014, 04:59:30 PM The dumming does sound a lot like Ringo, all those triplet fills and the backbeat thud sounds a lot.like him.
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: KittyKat on February 12, 2014, 06:03:42 PM Al should tour with Ringo's All Starr Band. It would get him out there with a low cost to him, and a chance to shine without Brian..
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 12, 2014, 06:30:31 PM The dumming does sound a lot like Ringo, all those triplet fills and the backbeat thud sounds a lot.like him. I must be watching something else to you. I'm seeing Ringo walk onstage for the closing number only. To be fair though, the quality is so bad I'm not even sure its Al! :lol Another poor video. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NtJ8EcoZ_I4 Better. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KewdIomzJrE Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: bgas on February 12, 2014, 07:23:59 PM The dumming does sound a lot like Ringo, all those triplet fills and the backbeat thud sounds a lot.like him. I must be watching something else to you. I'm seeing Ringo walk onstage for the closing number only. To be fair though, the quality is so bad I'm not even sure its Al! :lol Better. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KewdIomzJrE OK, you're right. Based on Better it's Ringo for sure.... Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: baseball95 on February 12, 2014, 08:01:36 PM Al should tour with Ringo's All Starr Band. It would get him out there with a low cost to him, and a chance to shine without Brian.. That would be great! But besides Rhonda it would be hard to pick the songs he'd do. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Marcella on February 12, 2014, 08:02:26 PM Definitely not Ringo--my Beatle-authority wife confirms it
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: baseball95 on February 12, 2014, 08:04:35 PM The dumming does sound a lot like Ringo, all those triplet fills and the backbeat thud sounds a lot.like him. I must be watching something else to you. I'm seeing Ringo walk onstage for the closing number only. To be fair though, the quality is so bad I'm not even sure its Al! :lol That is not Ringo definetly a cheap imitation no doubt. Better. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KewdIomzJrE OK, you're right. Based on Better it's Ringo for sure.... No way that's him!!! Not even close!! Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 12, 2014, 08:07:09 PM Al should tour with Ringo's All Starr Band. It would get him out there with a low cost to him, and a chance to shine without Brian.. That would be great! But besides Rhonda it would be hard to pick the songs he'd do. I would suppose Ringo invites musicians to join rather than Al wanting to. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: baseball95 on February 12, 2014, 08:08:24 PM Al should tour with Ringo's All Starr Band. It would get him out there with a low cost to him, and a chance to shine without Brian.. That would be great! But besides Rhonda it would be hard to pick the songs he'd do. I would suppose Ringo invites musicians to join rather than Al wanting to. Yeah Ringo does hand pick the band but Al definetly has the resume to do it. Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 12, 2014, 08:12:53 PM The dumming does sound a lot like Ringo, all those triplet fills and the backbeat thud sounds a lot.like him. I must be watching something else to you. I'm seeing Ringo walk onstage for the closing number only. To be fair though, the quality is so bad I'm not even sure its Al! :lol That is not Ringo definetly a cheap imitation no doubt. Better. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KewdIomzJrE OK, you're right. Based on Better it's Ringo for sure.... No way that's him!!! Not even close!! Any chance its this guy Ringer Starr? http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qPqh_ZpGS94 Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Marcella on February 12, 2014, 08:27:32 PM Yeah that's the guy. Good pickup Funky
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: doc smiley on February 12, 2014, 08:44:28 PM I'd say thats Ringer Starr in the video... Ringo still looks good (70+) but not that fit these days.. the man in that video looks like he's no more than 50 and very lean, Nice impersonation however :-)
Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: ToneBender631 on February 13, 2014, 03:02:31 AM "Al Jardine, the show's headliner, closed things with his signature Beach Boys' classic, 'Help, Me Rhonda,' before being joined by many of the evening's performers, including Walter Eagan, Richard Barone and Ron Dante (plus a Ringo "look-alike") for a rousing rendition of 'With A Little Help From My Friends.'"
http://www.examiner.com/article/manhattan-s-town-hall-america-celebrates-the-beatles-all-star-concert Title: Re: AL & BLONDIE IN NYC AT THE RUBIN ON FEBRUARY 7th Post by: Pretty Funky on February 13, 2014, 02:48:31 PM Well I was fooled as were most of the audience judging by the reaction. Well done Ringer! :lol
Al got buried in the crowd at the end. ;) |