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Brian
Something Special
United Kingdom
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 Posted - 16/05/2008 : 16:20:00
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Neil Diamond is back on the airwaves with his lovely new single 'Pretty amazing Grace', and new album.
I must admit I have NOTHING in my collection by Neil , but I like him! His voice is very distinctive and he's very easy to listen to.
What do others think?
Brian.
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dave d
Wishing And Hoping
United Kingdom
788 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 18:34:43
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pretty much the same here Brian- havent any Neil diamond in my collection either but i do enjoy all his classics - cracklin'rose, Sweet Caroline, I am I said, red red wine, forever in blue jeans etc etc love on the rocks -song sung blue, beautiful noise and favourite of mine Girl, you'll be a woman soon....
didnt know that i knew so many neil diamond
didnt he do Im a believer? Dusty done that too!!!
Yes Brian, Neil certainley has a distinctive sound and some good songs that must be etched in to my memory
Gotta know for sure
A broken heart don't have a cure
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Berthavenation
Wishing And Hoping
Netherlands
481 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 18:44:12
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His album Hot August Night (vol. 1) is one of the best live-albums ever!
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
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Posted - 16/05/2008 : 19:33:12
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Never been a great big fan of Neil Diamond, although like Dave, many of his songs have squeezed their way into my musical memory bank.
I've never bought any of his music, and I wouldn't dream of buying a ticket for his forthcoming Tour.
He wrote 'I'm a Believer' and the Monkees had a smash hit with it.
He is a very talented songwriter, but for some reason his stage persona doesn't appeal to me.
He's just kinda 'there'...and thats it.
Carole R xx
My fave of his is called 'Hello Again'..Its luvly jubbly. 
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VPkDSTpiIps
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reputation
Something Special
United Kingdom
1235 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 20:18:25
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Carole you really do come out with some classic lines "You Wouldn't Dream Of Buying A Ticket For Neil Diamond" !
Why ever not? I have seen Neil twice in concert, the first time At the Nec Birmingham and he was sensational. He does the whole show and once he's onstage - he's onstage. He doesn't swan on & off the way a certain Welsh diva does and he doesn't waste time with idle chit-chat when he talks it's because he has something to say or to introduce his band - some of them have worked with Neil for 15 years so he must be good to work for.
He does have a good if quite shy personality, I remember at the end of his concert he went to the edge of the stage and put one foot on the stair to leave and the audience screamed "NO", he went down another step and they screamed "NO" even louder so he said "Alright" and went back on for a few more songs.
After the NEC concert 12,000 people gave him a standing ovation so he must have done something right. I thought his stage presence was fine. What was particularly moving if he sang a song the audience particularly enjoyed they drummed their feet, and if you can imagine that sound going right around an arena it was like a train - it was truly an incredible night.
The second time was at the News Arena in Manchester, the show was good but I didn't like the venue.
I was first introduced to Neil's music back in the 60's and since then I have bought every release. His early material was great and it's good to see him going back to his roots although he made some great albums along the way.
I agree that Hot August Night is one of the best Live albums ever, the drummer who starts the beat on the reprise of I Am....I Said is absolutely brilliant.
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pandy063
Wishing And Hoping
USA
247 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 21:31:29
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Well, my mom absolutely loved Neil Diamond, so I heard it on the record player growing up! I adore the rousings songs Brother Loves Travelin' Show and Holly Holy... as well as his other hits. Holly Holy is a sort of excellent climatic song... He is a shy person when he's interviewed in front of a lot of people. I witnessed this just in the last 2 weeks while he made an appearance on the NBC's Today Show with Matt Lauer. He was in New York plugging his album. As mentioned above he did sing Pretty Amazing Grace I enjoyed that. Neil Diamond and I share the same b-day, woo hoo! Anyway, I like his music because of the sentamentality of it... reminds me of my Mom and I loved her and miss her. She was a kind and gentle soul and funny as hell! Incidently, I read that Neil paid one of the largest divorce settlements in history.
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Edited by - pandy063 on 16/05/2008 21:32:44 |
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pandy063
Wishing And Hoping
USA
247 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 21:37:09
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In 1984 my boyfriend took me to a place called the "Capital Centre" in Landover, Maryland to see Neil Diamond in concerts. It was one of the best concerts I have been too. I remember the concert being very energetic and uplifting. His fans seem to really care for him and they were on their feet having a good time. My old boyfriend bought me a T-shirt from the concert - I still have it. It is black with gold lettering and states 'Neil Diamond World Tour 1984'.
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reputation
Something Special
United Kingdom
1235 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 22:20:33
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Originally posted by pandy063
Well, my mom absolutely loved Neil Diamond, so I heard it on the record player growing up! I adore the rousings songs Brother Loves Travelin' Show and Holly Holy... as well as his other hits. Holly Holy is a sort of excellent climatic song... He is a shy person when he's interviewed in front of a lot of people. I witnessed this just in the last 2 weeks while he made an appearance on the NBC's Today Show with Matt Lauer. He was in New York plugging his album. As mentioned above he did sing Pretty Amazing Grace I enjoyed that. Neil Diamond and I share the same b-day, woo hoo! Anyway, I like his music because of the sentamentality of it... reminds me of my Mom and I loved her and miss her. She was a kind and gentle soul and funny as hell! Incidently, I read that Neil paid one of the largest divorce settlements in history.
Guess Who?
I miss my mum too Pandy,she passed away in 2006. I took her to see Neil Diamond in concert in Manchester. I miss her laugh too, she used to laugh at something on tv and when she tried to tell you about it she couldn't stop laughing long enough to tell you.
Mum's are very special people, aren't they? |
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treking
Wasn't Born To Follow
United Kingdom
5586 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 22:53:59
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Mum's are very special...I miss my Mum who I lost in January.
I have some Neil Diamond CD's in my collection and some tapes too plus a tape of The Jazz Singer.
I like his early recordings and he is a very good song writer.
Trek
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pandy063
Wishing And Hoping
USA
247 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 23:14:22
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Yeah Mom's are special... I know how it feels to miss all the goods things. Glad we have those memories...
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Earthbound Gypsy
Wishing And Hoping
USA
853 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 23:18:31
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Hi Trek, As we discussed at Dusty Day, I miss my mom too. Losing our Mom/Mum's isn't easy to get over for any of us. My mom passed on January 6,2008.
I only have one of Neil Diamond's CDs, but agree he is very good. I didn't know that he has a single out, hope it reaches high up on the charts.
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
13247 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 23:31:27
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I'm just trying to think of another "classic line" for Mr. Reputation.
Have no fear, one will be coming along very soon.
Carole R ..Who isn't overly keen on Neil Diamond, but respects the opinions of those who are.xx
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reputation
Something Special
United Kingdom
1235 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 23:34:02
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Originally posted by Earthbound Gypsy
Hi Trek, As we discussed at Dusty Day, I miss my mom too. Losing our Mom/Mum's isn't easy to get over for any of us. My mom passed on January 6,2008.
I only have one of Neil Diamond's CDs, but agree he is very good. I didn't that he has a single out, hope it reaches high up on the charts.
Marty
It's not a single Marty but an album called Home Before Dark, from what I've heard on the radio (it was album of the week) it's really good and I am awaiting my copy. |
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reputation
Something Special
United Kingdom
1235 Posts |
Posted - 16/05/2008 : 23:36:26
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Originally posted by Carole R.
I'm just trying to think of another "classic line" for Mr. Reputation.
Have no fear, one will be coming along very soon.
Carole R ..Who isn't overly keen on Neil Diamond, but respects the opinions of those who are.xx
Have an early night Carole and think up some more, by the way Neil isn't too keen on you coming along to one of his concerts anyway, said you are a disruptive influence on fellow fans!!!!!  |
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
13247 Posts |
Posted - 17/05/2008 : 00:30:08
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What about Neil Diamond the Songwriter?
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Edited by - Carole R. on 17/05/2008 00:30:38 |
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reputation
Something Special
United Kingdom
1235 Posts |
Posted - 17/05/2008 : 08:44:39
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Originally posted by Carole R.
What about Neil Diamond the Songwriter?
Carole R xx
What about him?
Spit it out girl !!! |
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reputation
Something Special
United Kingdom
1235 Posts |
Posted - 17/05/2008 : 20:00:53
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| Just listened to Neil Diamond Live In Concert on BBC Radio 2, absolutely brilliant! |
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
13247 Posts |
Posted - 17/05/2008 : 22:12:40
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Originally posted by reputation
Just listened to Neil Diamond Live In Concert on BBC Radio 2, absolutely brilliant!
Oh what a shame I went and missed it...
ITV are advertising a forthcoming 'Audience with.....NEIL DIAMOND!
So I'm intending to watch that.
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Carole R.
Higher and Higher
United Kingdom
13247 Posts |
Posted - 20/05/2008 : 07:26:20
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Neil Diamond's new album,'Home Before Dark' stands at number ONE in the HMV chart.
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Edited by - Carole R. on 20/05/2008 07:26:50 |
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reputation
Something Special
United Kingdom
1235 Posts |
Posted - 20/05/2008 : 08:21:05
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Originally posted by Carole R.
Neil Diamond's new album,'Home Before Dark' stands at number ONE in the HMV chart.
Carole R xx
That'll be no thanks to YOU then Carole baby!!!!! |
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Janie
Administrator
United Kingdom
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Posted - 20/05/2008 : 11:53:29
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My Mum always thought Neil Diamond had the most sexy eyes . The first thing I thought of when I saw his dates at the O2 was how much I would have loved to take her to see him - she sadly passed away 9 years ago yesterday so not an option .
I take it you won't be tempted to invite Carole to accompany you to a Neil Diamond concert then Karl?
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