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Thread #19986   Message #206520
Posted By: Willie-O
04-Apr-00 - 10:58 AM
Thread Name: Lyr Add: Long Night (Dave Panting of Rawlins Cross
Subject: RE: Lyr Add: Long Night
Liner notes: This song was written by Dave Panting as a tribute to the legendary Newfoundland fiddle player Emile Benoit. When Emile died a few years ago, he got one hell of a wake from all the younger Newfoundland musicians whom he had mentored, inspired and just been a great friend to. Far into that night, it occurred to Dave that Emile was entering into the longest night of his life...that's what he says in concert.

Rawlins Cross is on their farewell tour this year, be sure to catch them if you can. A great blend of Newfoundland spirit, singing and musicianship, with excellent original songs. I'm sure gonna miss them coming around.

Thanks Meebo.

Willie-O