Rick's Album a Go again. (imminent release)

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: KT
Date: 16 Dec 03 - 11:46 PM

This is wonderful!!! Put me on the list for two!!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Rick Fielding
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 03:28 AM

Well,I went to the studio for the first time in two years to try and finish this off, and it was quite an effort.....just no real energy. Played some dulcimer and sang a back up part. God bless Paul Mills for his great encouragement (not to mention fine playing and production. We're trying to waste no time (obviously) and the title is "Tradition", cuz this is not modern music.

We'll let you know about how to get it in a few weeks....still gotta do the cover and notes but so far I like it. It's got quite abit of pickin (done last year when I could still pick) and some older ballads.

JUst leave your name (I'll save this thread) and we'll work it out.

Thanks Mudcat.

Love

Rick

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Roger the Skiffler
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 03:32 AM

Will this be a Borealis CD, Rick?

RtS

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Rick Fielding
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 03:55 AM

Yep Roger, on Borealis but probably also available from my website. (just do a gooogle search, I can never remember the address)


Cheers

Rick

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Jeri
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 07:33 AM

Rick's website. (Not current, but it has the necessaries.)

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: JedMarum
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 10:22 AM

I'm really looking forward to hearing it!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: GUEST,JohnB
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 10:42 AM

Have a good time in the studio Rick lay back and relax. You used to be fu^*^%*g brilliant, so we can survive with just plain brilliant for a couple of tracks.
Good Luck, JohnB

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: catspaw49
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 10:56 AM

John B. says: "You used to be fu^*^%*g brilliant, so we can survive with just plain brilliant for a couple of tracks."

LOL....That about hits the nail on the head! Rick at his worst is probably a helluva' lot better than most of us at our best...especially me!!!

And if I didn't mention it before, of course I'll be ordering!!!

Spaw

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: GUEST,Arnie
Date: 18 Dec 03 - 07:05 PM

That's great news Rick. Can't wait to hear what you've done. "Tradition" great title which suits our love for the old music! I'm sure I'm going to love it. My best regards to yourself and Heather - hope to see/hear you soon.
Ragged But Right

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: GUEST,Paul M
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 01:07 AM

It's been quite a while since I've posted to the Mudcat but the recent work with Rick has led me to this thread. It has reminded me what a wonderful community this is. I should check in more often!

I just delivered the master and final artwork for the CD to Borealis this afternoon. Rick and I are both really pleased with the final result. Speaking for myself, I think that you'll find that this is "pure Fielding" - straight ahead and honest. Lot's of hot picking, great energy and a wonderful collection of old and old-sounding songs. The title we settled on is "Acoustic Workshop" which is also the name of Rick's radio show (as most of you know).

It was real important to me that this project get done and I'm so glad that Rick agreed and was able to put the effort in. Thanks, buddy!

I'll let you all know when a release date is set.

Cheers,

Paul Mills

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Big Mick
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 01:11 AM

You know I am down for several, Paul. And let me know what I have to do to promote it.

All the best,

Mick

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: katlaughing
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 04:58 AM

Thank you, Paul, for all of your efforts in getting this done and for letting us know it's "in the can." I am down for at least two and am eager to hear it!

All the best,

kat

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: black walnut
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 07:53 AM

Arne says the photos are done. Looking forward to seeing and hearing it, Rick!

Hugs,

~'nut

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Tinker
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 07:59 AM

Really great news to start the morning. I've been singing the chorus to Almost Done since I heard it on CIUT on Monday. And there is more to come. Thanks Guys !!

Hugs and Blessings (Heather too)

Tinker

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Jeri
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 09:12 AM

I heard early versions - 7 songs - on Rick's 'Accoustic Workshop' radio show on Dec 15th. I just happened to be present when Paul brought a later version over for Rick to listen to. I think I'm going to really love this one. As Paul stated, it's 'pure Fielding'.
Wonderful songs, both old and new, and of course, great pickin'.

Paul, please count me among your minions in the lower 48.

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: JedMarum
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 09:26 AM

Woo Hoo!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: catspaw49
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 10:18 AM

Really Paul, you need to stop in more often. We don't bite or anything. Well not often anyways......

I too am looking forward to the release. 'Cpurse I look forward to passing gas so that ain't sayin' much, but like gas, Rick's albums have become an important part of my life. Gotta' admit that there are pretty are folks who can be compared to farts in a positive way. Rick is one of the few.

Spaw

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: GUEST,Steve Latimer
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 11:05 AM

This is great news. I'll want a couple. I heard the beginning of the show on Monday, but had to go out so I did't hear any of the new stuff. I'm really looking forward to hearing the Tony Trischka track.   

The other good news is that Rick's Banjo Mutes are in the process of being manufactured, so they should be available again very soon.

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Seamus Kennedy
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 03:17 PM

I think if we can say "Tony Trischka Track" three times fast, we should get a free CD.
How about it, Rick?

I didn't think so.....

Seamus

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: kendall
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 03:52 PM

I talked to Rick a few days ago, and he says it is all but released. I can't wait!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: bbc
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 07:35 PM

Great news! Thanks, Paul. Best to you & Rick.

bbc

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Walking Eagle
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 08:50 PM

Count me in as well. Where can I get mine so as to give Rick as much of the money as possible?

I know where your head is Rick, believe me I sure azhell do.

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Rick Fielding
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 08:57 PM

I KNOW YOU DO EAGLE! It's a nasty journey this cancer and I wouldn't wish it on anybody......but life's a trip and for some of us this is a part of it.

Thanks Paul,(and don't forget Jed's great album that Paul produced last year.)

I AM very pleased with this CD and as soon as we've got a release date we'll let ya know.

Thanks all.

Rick

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Walking Eagle
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 09:37 PM

Say! We'uns has gots to have us some sorter Virtual Release Party. Idees anyone?

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: katlaughing
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 09:57 PM

That's great news about Rick's Banjo Mute, too!

Virtual Release Party sounds like a wonderful idea, WE!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Bob Bolton
Date: 07 Jan 04 - 10:09 PM

G'day Rick,

Will the CD be available through Mudcat-linked channels? I want one, no matter how, but when I go through the angst of squeezing Aussie dollars halfway round the world through the ether, I like to pick up a few items all in one hit (like some more recent Art Thieme CDs, for starters!) and that keeps down the packing/mailing costs as well.

(I'll just get back to pencilling in the rest of my wish list!)

Regards,

Bob Bolton

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Willie-O
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 08:47 AM

Virtual (release party) schmirtual! You're gonna have a real release party aren't ya? Let us know. I'll do my damndest to be there.

W-O

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Walking Eagle
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 02:57 PM

A Virtual Release party doesn't sound very exciting, but for those of us not near Rick we should do something. Remember when Jean Ritchie told us when she would be performing on her dulcimer in Ky for the dedication of her instrument and we all tried to play the songs when she did? Maybe something like that OR maybe catter critters could get together at someone's home near them and we could all call the main bash. Maybe we could charge a cover at said bash and send the donations to Rick's choice of charities. I dunno, just ideas off the top of my head? Kat, Spaw, Sorcha, Kendall, Bobert, HEP me out here!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: katlaughing
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 03:03 PM

All good ideas, WE, not sure which would work best, but the easiest would probably be all of us planning to sing one of Rick's songs with him at a certain time. COuld do a PalTalk room, but not everyone has that available and I don't think Rick has audio on his computer. Regardless, I think any and all proceeds, if any, should go to Rick and Heather for expenses.:-)

Willie-O's jest showin' off'...'cause he's close to the Source!:-)

kat

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Bobert
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 07:19 PM

Well, danged, Walkin' Eagle, now that's one heck of good idea. A "Grand Opening" kinda release. Hmmmmmm? Where to hold it so we can get as many Catfolk involved. Spring time would be nice.

Yo, Rick. Where do you live? Please don't say like someplace way up in the northern parts of Canada. Lie to me and say, ahhhh, like Pennsylvania 'er better yet Delaware. Yeah, we could rent a community center and have the CD Debut Party of the century... Yeah, we certainly won't have no shortage of musicans... And the food? Geeze o' Pete! Hey, this is doable...

Count me in! Heck, over at Tweeds we got just about every danged Tweezerin lined up to go to Memphis the end of the month fir the IBC )International Blues Competition) so I know we can pull off one heck of a CD party...

Whaddayathinkz?

Bobert

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Rick Fielding
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 09:09 PM

Sorry Bobert......Scarborough Ontario. South of the Arctic circle and north of Dubya-land. Actually, I have an idea. We could just co-ordinate with one of the Monday night radio shows. Our time is seven pm. Anyway, plenty of time to mull it over, the album won't be released up here for another few weeks.

Thanks again friends.

Rick

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Jeri
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 10:17 PM

I was thinking 'Acoustic Workshop' on Acoustic Workshop too. You could get them pledge phones out and we could call in CD orders. Cram everybody whose name's on the CD into the studio, and buy 'em some party hats and Chinese food. Invite Tinker up to film the whole darned thing... I might be going overboard just a tad.

...but I CAN play your "C song" on the dischordion!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Bobert
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 10:19 PM

Now look, Rick... You gotta a passport... Oh yeah, you don't need one to go the US, do you? Hey, firgit this radio thind Debut... No don't! Heck... Okay, here's the way it's gonna work. Yer gonna get on a danged airplane and land somewhere in central Pennsylvania in April. Yer gonna stay with WYSIWYG's in, ahh, is it Wilksboro? Shoot, don't matter and we're gonna rent a hall and we're gonna kick off the CD Debut 'an if yout wanta record it fir some radio show, fine! Iget 10% of the take... Jus funnin'... Hey, I'll bet you fifty danged bucks that we can get fifty danged Catter's there fir yer CD Debut Bash...

Oh, yer tapped out and can't afford the airfare? Okay, we'll do what we did fir Kitty West when we got her to Carneigie Hall, we'll beg! Pleaze, oh, pleaze... See, it's do-able, Rick! All you gotta do is say yes and the Bobert will spring into action and have this sorry excuse fir a website singing in beautiful harmony and we'll all be at WYSIWYG's in April for the Bash-to-end-all-bashes!!!

Now, whaddayasay? Hun? Speak up. The batteries in my hrearin' aid are old....

Pleeeeze............

Bobert

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Jeri
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 10:31 PM

I don't think Rick's too travel ready. We could all just show up in Toronto though, unless the border's a problem. Be warned, if you tell them there's an accordion in your car, they'll want to search it. They nailed me coming home - first time they didn't simply ask who I was and where I was going. (Next time, I think I'll answer "Queen of the Denebian Empire, and I'm headed off for holiday on the Grrzleflarb Pleasure Planet. Please don't mess with the power crystals in the space-glove compartment." Either that or, "Didn't your mother ever teach you not to be so nosey?!")

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Tinker
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 10:47 PM

Not only would I film... I'll spring for the party hats...What ever you're up for Rick let us know... Betcha Jeri and I could co-ordinate real good...
( Of Course I think Mick is still befuddled by the last time that happened... Hey we didn't send the pink singing gorilla... we had limits)
I think using Acoustic Workshop with call-in is a great idea. Maybe if folks were up for it there could be regional Mudgathers -- near computers with sound cards -- The big boys release from more than one location maybe folks who prepay could have regional pick up parties ... Okay Okay I'll stop now.. Just an idea..

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: GUEST,Knitpick --Jennifer W.
Date: 08 Jan 04 - 11:23 PM

Delighted to see this album is coming out! You can count on at least 6 if not 12 copies to START in the DC area! Always wonderful to have a NEW Rick Fielding album!

much love to you Rick and Heather

love jennifer (& Bob)

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: GUEST,Arnie
Date: 09 Jan 04 - 09:42 AM

Rick and Tony Trischka! Gotta hear that. Darn - now I wish I would have passed that audition I did for you 20 years ago.
Arnie

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Jeri
Date: 10 Jan 04 - 11:19 AM

Steve Latimer, I'd like to buy a mute please. And thanks for getting them made!

That Trishka track is magic, but it's not the only high point.

I honestly don't know why Paul couldn't have made arrangements to include 'Dueling Erhus'. I played the track for the guy who runs the local country store (local store, complete with a 'bullshitters' corner' by the coffee pot & donuts) and he laughed his butt off and made me play the whole CD. Said "You gotta send this to Roland!" (local folk DJ) Whenever someone came in, he'd say "Don't say anything - see if he notices," and not one person commented. I think they were being polite. Anyway, I'm creeping the thread.

Perhaps your agent might update your web page?

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: GUEST,Duckboots
Date: 10 Jan 04 - 01:46 PM

I'm really thrilled that Rick's CD is finished, there were times when I thought it never would be. In fact, if wasn't for Paul Mills it probably wouldn't have been. Paul was gently persistent, he called every few weeks to mention the CD and that he wanted to finish it - many people would have given up months ago but thank goodness Paul kept at it. Thank you Paul.

I don't know what we'll do to celebrate the CD release but keep those ideas coming, it's inspirational.

Heather

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Walking Eagle
Date: 10 Jan 04 - 01:55 PM

Should I start a aeperate thread for party ideas?


W.E.

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: JedMarum
Date: 10 Jan 04 - 03:51 PM

let's just all show up at teh radio station for the release!

ya know, surprise!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Jeri
Date: 10 Jan 04 - 07:07 PM

Let's all go to Texas instead. I hear it's warmer than infinity-below-zero.

From reasonable to mostly insane:
Seriously, do the radio show, have Paul as a guest to talk about the recording in between songs. Have some of the guys on the CD on the show. Perhaps someone who has a laptop could figure out how to get it hooked up at the studio could log into chat, although I'd guess that whoever's in the studio would probably care more about what was going on there.

Rick has enough friends in Toronto for a concert. OR...there's probably not enough time to make or gather materials for a multi-media presentation. I'm thinking slides or videos (I'm sure someone has some interesting photos and tapes somewhere). "Acoustic Workshop: The Movie" - think about it.

Or just do the radio show.
(Jed, do you honestly remember where CIUT is!?)

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Bo Vandenberg
Date: 10 Jan 04 - 08:14 PM

Hey Rick,

Count me in for a CD. I live in Guelph, if there's anything I can do sen d me an email bosahv(remove)@netscape.net

Bo

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Rustic Rebel
Date: 10 Jan 04 - 08:24 PM

Congratulations on the new CD Rick. Looking forward to hearing it.
Peace, Rustic

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Paul Mills
Date: 11 Jan 04 - 09:41 PM

Some great support going on here - and great ideas re the release. I love the idea of going to Texas, Jeri, but probably won't happen (darn! - would love to see you down there, Jed). Using the radio show is a natural. I'm wondering, is there any way we could get the time slot extended? Rick? Heather? I'm sure we could use it with all you folks calling or emailing in. Whew! This is getting exciting!

By the way, I'm pestering Borealis for a release date. They're talking February right now. I'll keep you all posted.

Cheers,

Paul

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Big Mick
Date: 11 Jan 04 - 10:37 PM

Paul, come hell or high water, I will be there for the release. I can't wait to hear this one.

Mick

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Bo Vandenberg
Date: 12 Jan 04 - 12:38 AM

If there's an invite to be had. Count me in.

Bo

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: JedMarum
Date: 12 Jan 04 - 11:32 PM

It's warm in Texas right now ... maybe it's not a bad idea after all!

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Paul Mills
Date: 13 Jan 04 - 12:10 AM

Jed...don't tempt me! And don't rub it in! We're sittin' up here in Toronto with 6 inches of the white stuff and just finished a cold snap where it went to way below zero (-24 C...can't remember what that might be in farenheit).

Paul

Subject: RE: Rick's Album a Go again. (almost certain)
From: Big Mick
Date: 13 Jan 04 - 09:28 AM

Paul, I will meet you along the way and ride with you!! I could stand a break just now. But I got to tell you, I am still in favor of a Toronto doings, cause I am desperately in need of a little "Bev Mills" hospitality, coffee, and mebbe some of that great cooking!!! hahahahahaha. C'mon up Jed, let's reprise the ramble.......wait......singing in the backyard might be a bit dodgy just now.....

But the prospect of warm weather does intrigue me....and I have free time right now. HMMMMMM.....

Mick