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wwgt
- FB Fan -
USA
21 Posts |
 Posted - 03/22/2007 : 14:18:05
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Charles , I would like to extend a heartfelt thanks for blessing us with your recordings.
You know the world has evolved thru many " periods"
triassic, cretacious, jurassic and what not.............
all I can say is thank GOD I was alive in the time of FB !!!
let us think on a name for this period in the history of the world...
hmmmmmm.....
Many thousands of years great philosophers and musicans may be reflecting on the "CKT " period of ROCK ...
Or " FB , the man whom started the new enlightened age of music !!! "
Space is gonna do me good |
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gapu
- FB Fan -
Austria
106 Posts |
Posted - 03/22/2007 : 14:47:21
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hey Charles, i'm new here!
but i listen to your stuff since i discovered the pixies with the age of 13, no my late 13's, i believe. wow, is it really that long? almost 7 years ago!
anyway, i don't know if this has been answered before (since i do not have the time to read threw about 50 pages), but i'd like to know if you will ever record with the catholics again? cause this was rock at it's best, you really seem to be the true rolling stones, not that cheap imitation with mick jagger ;)
more frank black dvd's would be great too, a catholics concert, then one with the new band, what do you think?
although i listen pretty much to your fast man raider man lately. i am still amazed you worked with steve cropper (from the one and only "good ole blues brothers boys band". Hehe, that what a movie. i'd like to watch it but i have to study for tomorrow's test. being a pupil is the worst thing of all... but your music helps me through! today i've been listening to 8 fb records, while studying. what a freak!
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lackflag
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Posted - 03/25/2007 : 09:02:22
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Originally posted by trobrianders
8. Cover a Bjork song.
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Ed is the hoo hoo
Not a bad idea at all. (Especially since Chuck seems to be acting a bit loco lately.) |
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hadjoke
- FB Fan -
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Posted - 03/27/2007 : 03:35:21
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Hay Frank, Saw you in Chicago twice last few times you went. One with the Foo Fighters, I paid 50 beans for the ticket and you played a rushed set and kept on telling everybody not to worry and you would be done soon, (I wish you wouldn't of had that attitude because I was only there to see you, although all the other guys probably just thought of you as the guy with the Fight Club song, gotta respect the group who did pony up the inflated price just to see you) Some guy was in the front rocking out to you and you kept on telling him to chill out, pretty funny shit. The Foo show was alright, I think I like them better on the radio though, I left half way into it. The other was with one of your bands and Reid Paley opened up. Missed Reid, came 45 mins late and you guys actually started on time. The show was awesome, probably best one ever! Keep up the good work. If I was rich I would have you come play at my wedding some day and you wouldn't do it.
I'm glad you're not Uber popular. If you were then we would probably get less albums to listen to. Right now I have the Christmas DvD in, Just bought it today, I really like Dead Man's Curve. As far as FMRM, I really like Highway to Lowdown. Lots of talk about running away and being free, maybe its worth it, maybe not. I actually just moved to Santa Barbara, Ca from Traverse City, MI. I packed up the van and went with the winds and ended up here. So here I am 25 years old no commitments, any advice? My buddy was having panic attacks and he asked me my opinion about them. I said, when you feel one coming on just say to yourself, "this is just a game, and Thanks for the invite, but I really don't feel like playing." It helped him so if you did have some advice just say it! After all you've been giving me advice for half my life like it or not!
I'll take off with my worries, and I'll even let death drive, sure to get there dead or alive.
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vilainde
>> Denizen of the Citizens Band <<
Niue
7438 Posts |
Posted - 03/27/2007 : 04:10:56
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Originally posted by hadjoke
I actually just moved to Santa Barbara, Ca from Traverse City, MI. I packed up the van and went with the winds and ended up here. So here I am 25 years old no commitments, any advice?
Maybe join a karate school?
Denis
"Can you hear me? I aint got shit to say." |
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hadjoke
- FB Fan -
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Posted - 03/28/2007 : 01:08:00
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get this I was looking in the credits on the Christmas CD and the "Rushed" show I went to actually has two tracks on the CD. The Nadine and Manitoba versions with the Accordion player who plays keys for the Foo. Maybe not such a bad show after all....
Martial Arts is an excellent idea, thank you Vilainde.
Man "All Around The World" is a real emotional. Lovely song, probably best on the CD. WOW!!!! |
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kfs
= Cult of Ray =
USA
889 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2007 : 01:59:35
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Black Francis,
THANK YOU!!!!! |
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2007 : 02:26:20
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coastline
> Teenager of the Year <
USA
3111 Posts |
Posted - 03/28/2007 : 04:39:28
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Maybe it should be Brooding Francis.
 Please pardon me, for these my wrongs. |
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awestruck
= Cult of Ray =
USA
377 Posts |
Posted - 04/01/2007 : 21:28:26
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In the wild craziness of my life recently, I have depended on your music in the last few weeks. I listen to you at night before bed to wind down. I listen to you while I write my papers for school (and you help me stay awake). And now that I have you on a mp3 player, I can enjoy peace while chaos is happening all around.
Thank you!!!
P.S. I even listen to you while I am grocery shopping. I look forward to my time alone with you!(promise I am not a stalker) oh I do want to see you live somewhere before I die. So it would be great if you could come to Tennessee soon.
Favorite Quote: awestruck is a she, she's a she. -trobrianders |
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tworeeler
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Posted - 04/02/2007 : 19:38:07
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| Frank, you mentioned being a fan of Bob Odenkirk...have you seen Tim & Eric Awesome Show, Great Job? He's very involved in the show, even appearing (along with other Mr. Show cast members) in some sketches. Just thought I'd give you a heads up if you hadn't...it's on Adult Swim (Cartoon Network). |
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endofmiles
- FB Fan -
Switzerland
69 Posts |
Posted - 04/10/2007 : 15:46:12
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Mr. Black,
I was just wondering about a acoustic guitar of yours. There's a hole under the strings. I've seen you on some pics playing with it. Is this guitar something special? Are you too busy to fix it? Is it still alive?
I bought a guitar in Argentina and it still has some dust from the desert..
See you this sommer in Interlaken.. |
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Jefrey
= Cult of Ray =
USA
918 Posts |
Posted - 04/10/2007 : 23:01:15
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Originally posted by endofmiles
Mr. Black,
I was just wondering about a acoustic guitar of yours. There's a hole under the strings. I've seen you on some pics playing with it. Is this guitar something special? Are you too busy to fix it? Is it still alive?
I bought a guitar in Argentina and it still has some dust from the desert..
See you this sommer in Interlaken..
The guitar with the hole finally died, pretty sure. He said so in an interview or live show recently.
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endofmiles
- FB Fan -
Switzerland
69 Posts |
Posted - 04/11/2007 : 06:15:26
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This is very sad Jefrey,
Do you know where the guitar remains now? So I can buy some flowers..;-)
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 04/11/2007 : 08:02:38
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Originally posted by hadjoke
I actually just moved to Santa Barbara, Ca from Traverse City, MI. I packed up the van and went with the winds and ended up here. So here I am 25 years old no commitments, any advice?
there's a free outdoor skatepark down by the beach.. south of State street
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Carl
- A 'Fifth' Catholic -
Ireland
11546 Posts |
Posted - 04/11/2007 : 08:24:46
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| HAs aneone heard aboot new album lol? |
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Ernesto
- FB Fan -
Netherlands
99 Posts |
Posted - 04/13/2007 : 10:23:18
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| Charles, will the european tour this summer be a best of 93-03 tour or a bluefinger tour ??? see you in Rotterdam !!!! |
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HeywoodJablome
* Dog in the Sand *
USA
1484 Posts |
Posted - 04/15/2007 : 23:57:57
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Originally posted by Kees
HEY!
(Been trying to meet you.)
Charles, or should I say Mr. Thompson (or Frank or Mr. Black for that matter),
There is something that has had me wondering for a while. Having read through as much material as I could, it seems to me that you often talk dismissively of your work with the Pixies. I fully understand your frustration as said by yourself: “everything I ever do as a solo artist seems to be overshadowed by this other band called the Pixies”.
The point is this, you wrote nearly all the Pixies material yourself, and in my book certainly all truly great material. In spite of the insufficient recognition you have been getting as a solo artist, can you genuinely say that you are not proud of the songs that you wrote as frontman of the Pixies?
I had typed a whole lot of text here with me rambling on about how great your music is; for the sake of brevity I decided to summarize it as follows:
To me and doubtlessly countless others, you are one of the greatest songwriters and performers of all time. Should you ever feel somewhat down about the lack of recognition you get as a solo artist, I beg of you to remember the thousands upon thousands who do realize that the Pixies were merely another group of people fortunate enough to play in a band with you, Charles Thompson…
(I must sound like a 14 year old girl, when in fact I am a 32 year old guy, how sad is that...)
Are you by any chance the guy who runs the Tom Waits website at keeslau? If so, kudos young man! A scarily in depth site on a great artist but amazing nonetheless!
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trobrianders
> Teenager of the Year <
Papua New Guinea
3302 Posts |
Posted - 04/22/2007 : 04:52:55
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Violet's vocals on Bluefinger are perfect. A perfect compliment. Yes, give her a Queen Holds Court thread immediately.
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turk99
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Posted - 04/23/2007 : 18:49:38
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| I view TLM as a rock opera. It starts w/ a record, the song reaches outer space, the alien comes to earth, and is destroy. it's really one big story, i'm assuming it was done on purpose...oui? non? |
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mitzrael
- FB Fan -
Brazil
7 Posts |
Posted - 04/24/2007 : 13:07:17
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Charles, I´m a big fan, and i really enjoyed A LOT the opportunity of seem you guys on Curitiba, Brazil. Thanx for coming down here. Me and my wife travelled a lot just to see you guys, we also have a lots of kids, 3... You know how it is. They stayed with my mom so we could make a trip and see your gig. Anyway, thanx, that meant a lot for me. Next time you guys should try São Paulo, instead of Curitiba, much more fans here, big city, but im afraid you would have to play in a stadium, or else, it wont fit the crowd.
I was wondering if by any chance you will be back to Brazil someday, with the Pixies or solo. I mean, im sure you guys liked the gig and the brazilian reception, but, does a gig here is worth the trip for you the musicians and the crew? I mean, im trying to understand that so i know exactly if by any chances i WILL see you again.
Your fan
Alex
PS: My wife recently bought me as a birthday gift FMRM... the economy of my country is really hard on us, so, sometimes i gotta wait a lot in order to get your material. Anyway, its a BLAST!!! We have been listening to "In the time of my ruin" many times, over and over... the same happened to "fast man" last week... thanx again, sorry for my rusty english... cant wait to be able to buy the new album. |
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coastline
> Teenager of the Year <
USA
3111 Posts |
Posted - 04/24/2007 : 13:50:04
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What a lovely post.
Please pardon me, for these my wrongs. |
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treetime
- FB Fan -
USA
217 Posts |
Posted - 05/19/2007 : 09:55:42
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| What is Frank's favorite song written in the nineties, not written by himself? |
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Surfer Rosarita
- FB Fan -
USA
25 Posts |
Posted - 05/19/2007 : 20:37:50
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Dear Frnck,
How did you come up with the title "The Real El Rey"? It is a wonderful song and I can't wait to hear back from you at your convenience.
Surfer Rosarita |
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frnck blck
-= The Man =-
312 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:27:06
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I am here for a bit...
feel free if you are here, too.
bf |
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langdonboom
= Cult of Ray =
USA
260 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:28:07
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| What's up with the EDF project? |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:29:41
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(Don Francis. I hope Europe is treating you well.)
oh yeah. i've always wondered why the keys solo was cut form Kiss My Ring but i'm happy to keep wondering. |
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langdonboom
= Cult of Ray =
USA
260 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:31:42
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also, I'm curious to hear your thoughts on Bluefinger being so widely dispersed at this time. And what exactly is the nature of Grand Dutchy? Ft. Wayne has been on constant repeat for me, which again, I wonder how you feel about - ie the fact that we all have it.
Needless to say, I personally have bought every one of your albums and many even the Japanese versions and I intend to do the same for Bluefinger and Grand Duchy, as I assume for most of those on this board.
Thanks for whatever you can say! |
Edited by - langdonboom on 06/16/2007 14:33:16 |
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floop
= Wannabe Volunteer =
Mexico
15297 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:33:14
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hey Frank,
i'm going to be going camping through Oregon this summer (and Washington & Montana).. any must-see places you can recommend?
ps. how about a McCabes gig in old Los Angeeleze this Fall? for old times sake?
i'll buy you a burrito |
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frnck blck
-= The Man =-
312 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:36:43
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Today is Saturday. I am in Austria. It is evening. The wine is gone. The buses wait as they always have. On to the next. On to the next. Next to Switzerland. Switzerland again. The wine is gone.
bffffffffffff |
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fbc
-= Modulator =-
United Kingdom
4903 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:37:50
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| but the music it remains. |
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frnck blck
-= The Man =-
312 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:38:22
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[quote]Originally posted by frnck blck
I am here for a bit...
feel free if you are here, too.
bf
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Today is Saturday. I am in Austria. It is evening. The wine is gone. The buses wait as they always have. On to the next. On to the next. Next to Switzerland. Switzerland again. The wine is gone.
bffffffffffff |
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langdonboom
= Cult of Ray =
USA
260 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:40:00
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| Some pain is good - sometimes its good to be blind! |
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frnck blck
-= The Man =-
312 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:40:57
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Originally posted by langdonboom
What's up with the EDF project?
i suppose on hold. logistics more than anything. |
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Ernesto
- FB Fan -
Netherlands
99 Posts |
Posted - 06/16/2007 : 14:43:19
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| charles, interested in a herman brood towel ?? see you in rotterdam muahhhh!!!!! |
Edited by - Ernesto on 06/16/2007 14:45:01 |
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