Free SEO Directory September 3, 2008: Jefferson Airplane Jefferson Starship Great Society The great Bonhams and Butterfields Auctions that are tremendous for their quality and uniqeness! This time around Don Aters America's Rock & Roll Photographer will be part of the Grateful Dead auction. Please visit our friends at: ttp://www.bonhams.com/cgi-bin/public.sh/pubweb/publicSite.r?sContinent=EUR&screen=Catalogue&iSaleNo=16607 Don will be Lot 58. Thank you to Margaret Barrett Director, Entertainment Memorabiliafor the info! August 8, 2008: News from the stars tonite: PLEASE note THE new Jefferson Starship book "HAVE YOU SEEN THE STARS TONITE" with 179 photos has landed and the 2 CD Set " HAVE YOU SEEN THE CIRCUS TENT TONITE" HAS TOUCHED DOWN AS WELL! "Have You Seen The Stars Tonite" includes 179 photos, 527 pages, over 700 set lists from the Jefferson Starship's live appearances, a list of all the documented songs performed, the first appearance, any special versions, guest appearances, the dates of services of the band members throughout the years, a look at the singles and album releases, documentation of which tunes they played year by year, the Jefferson Airplane songs they performed year by year, and a listing of a good deal of the cover songs played.  Once Again an original Jefferson Airplane member was kind enough to say something nice on the back cover.  Signe Anderson “When it comes to the Jefferson Airplane and the Jefferson Starship, Craig Fenton is the source.” "Have You Seen The Circus Tent Tonite" is a 2 CD set on Circus Tent Records 001. The first CD is a Data Disc (In a beautiful PDF File.  Instructions on the disc) and features the photos from "Have You Seen The Stars Tonite" in larger form, all the updates from the Jefferson Airplane book "Take Me To A Circus Tent", and 892 photos of various rock and roll musicians through the years. This includes 100 pictures of the Beatles as well as solo photos, 31 exclusive Allman Brothers pictures from a performance with Duane Allman, numerous Clapton, Grateful Dead, Rolling Stones, Simon & Garfunkel, Who, Yardbirds and many others that cover the spectrum from letters A-Z.  There are even a couple of pictures from Frank Zappa on the Steve Allen Show in 1963. The second Disc is an audio interview of nearly 70 minutes (69:42) with new J.S. female lead singer Cathy Richardson. Thank you Don Aters, Rick Martin, Barry Flast, Mike Somavilla, Tim Silven, Doug Moon, and Graham Shanks! Save money by putting in the top secret flight code (Discount) when you arrive L65JRVAV (In caps) For now you can fly here for the new Jefferson Starship book: http://www.createspace.com/3345787 Amazon took 3 weeks for the Jefferson Airplane book due to their schedule (and it is understood). For the 2 CD Set please go to Paypal: www.paypal.com They will ask for an email address that you are sending the U.S. funds to and that is craigtheairplaneman at sign yahoo dot com 16.99 gets you the 2 CD Set sent first class with delivery confirmation to any address in the 50 United States.  For outside the U.S.A. please email me and I'll get the rates for you. If you would like 2  copies shipped to the same place it would be 31.99.  3 copies shipped to the same address would be 46.99. August 5, 2008: Please check out the cover to the new Jefferson Starship book "Have You Seen The Stars Tonite" at the bottom of the page! Over 500 pages, 179 photos, setlists for over 700 shows, a year by year look at all the songs performed, and more! Thanks and be well, CF Sunday May 11,2008: Happy Mother's Day Mom/dad you are missed more each day) This is from Linda Tyler a true Roger Hodgson/Supertramp historian and a terrific writer.  Enjoy!   Hi Craig,   I read your article about Jefferson Airplane in Waukesha at, "A Taste of Summer" festival. Thought I would send you Roger Hodgson's, co-founder of Supertramp, recent bio as he will be there as well.   Actually, this is the 4th year in a row that Roger will be headlining; he will perform on June 8th, 2008. The people who come to this festival are really great and he has such a lot of fun.   Roger Hodgson has been recognized as one of the most gifted composers, songwriters and lyricists of our time. As the legendary voice of Supertramp and composer of the band’s greatest hits, he gave us “Give a Little Bit”, “The Logical Song”, “Dreamer”, “Take the Long Way Home”, “Breakfast In America”, “It’s Raining Again”, “School”, and “Fools Overture” and so many others.   His songs have remarkably stood the test of time and earned Roger and Supertramp an adoring worldwide following. During the time that Roger led the band, Supertramp sold well over 60 million albums and became a worldwide rock phenomenon.   Born in Portsmouth, England, Roger spent much of his childhood at boarding school where his guitar became his best friend. Self-taught, he began writing songs at the age of twelve, eventually adding piano, bass, drums and even cello to his musical accomplishments.   It wasn’t long after his final school year that he recorded his first studio record called “Mr. Boyd” with a session band that included pianist Reg Dwight, later to become known as Sir Elton John. It was during this time that Roger met Rick Davies and the nucleus of Supertramp was born. Their initial collaborations attracted the attention of A&M Records and their first album “Supertramp” was released in 1969. Roger was 19.   Shortly after their second album Roger and Rick began writing separately; though like Lennon/McCartney they maintained a joint writer’s credit throughout their Supertramp career. In 1973 the band released “Crime of the Century” with Roger’s song “Dreamer” becoming a #1 hit and driving the album to the top of the charts. Supertramp had arrived.   For the next nine years, dubbed by fans as the “Golden Years,” four studio albums and numerous tours culminated in the worldwide success of “Breakfast in America” which sold 18 Million copies. Roger’s songwriting, arranging, and producing skills resulted in three classic hits from the album - “The Logical Song”, “Take the Long Way Home” and “Breakfast In America”.   Roger parted company with Supertramp in 1983 after the “Famous Last Words” album and mega rock stadium tour. Following his heart, he chose to live a simple lifestyle in nature with his new family and pursue his spiritual values. He built a state of the art recording studio at home so he could still work and be with his children as they grew up.   His first solo album, “In the Eye of the Storm”, was released in 1984 and became an international hit, selling over 2 million copies. Turning down offers to tour, Roger instead kept his focus on home and family. In 1987, the same week that Roger’s second album “Hai, Hai” was released, Roger took a bad fall and shattered both his wrists. Doctors told him he would never play music again, yet he never lost his faith. After a long period of self-healing and physical therapy, Roger proved them wrong.   Ten years later he released his first live album “Rites of Passage”, followed in 2000 by his next studio album, “Open the Door” “Retrospectacle – The Supertramp Anthology”, released in 2005, is a 2- CD collection of Classic songs recorded by Supertramp from 1969 to 2005. This collection captures much of Roger’s legacy as he wrote and sang lead on 14 of the 32 tracks, and lent his creative touch to every track but one.   To this day Roger continues to write music and lyrics and has over 60 unreleased songs. He currently performs both solo and with orchestras, playing a variety of his of Supertramp and solo hits. Thirty-five years after writing his classic song, “Give a Little Bit,” Roger received an award for the song being one of the most performed works in the 2005 ASCAP (American Society of Composers, Authors and Publishers) repertory.  In 2007 he received another ASCAP award for a remake of “Breakfast in America” topping the charts.   In 2006 Roger released his first ever DVD from his live solo concert in Québec.  “Take The Long Way Home – Live in Montreal” went platinum in just 7 weeks and hit #1 in all of Canada and is now multi-Platinum. The DVD was released worldwide in September 2007, bringing the music and memories that have touched so many of our lives into our hearts and homes.   You can check out his website for additional tour dates... http://www.RogerHodgson.com Thank you Linda, for making today's breakfast that much better! All the best and a happy Mother's Day, Craig    January 22, 2008 9:24 AM EASTERN AIRPLANE TIME: Hello from the Airplane Tower:  Good morning world.  As you could imagine it has been a busy several hours.  With the news of Diana and Prairie soon leaving the Jefferson Starship on a full-time basis, the Airmails and phone calls have been numerous.  Yesterday it was announced  that Cathy Richardson would take the vocal helm and Donny Baldwin would now be the full-time drummer.   I wanted to show appreciation for Diana and Prairie so how about a video special? It’s live and free!   Please scroll to the very bottom of the page and it will say “Play video.”  It is the last thing on the bottom! Thanks as always, cf January 21, 2008 10:17PM Eastern Airplane Time: I hope you are well this evening.  I couldn't post this until the news came over the great Jefferson Starship site http://www.jeffersonstarshipsf.com (A-Deck) There is major news in the Jefferson Starship universe. Diana Mangano and Prairie Prince will be heading for other opportunities.  This doesn't mean they won't be seen again with the band.  Think of the cool shows now and then with Darby Gould.  The majority of the performances after February 17th, 2008 will feature Cathy Richardson: on vocals and long time stand-in member Donny Baldwin on drums.  Cathy is well known for her Janis Joplin role in the play "Love Janis", her skill as a blues singer, and her own band.  Check out www.cathyrichardson.com If you have not joined (Free) Jefferson Starship A-Deck please do. You can get read about amazing things planned for the future flights. Thank you Diana and Prairie for so many years and great memories! Welcome to the family Cathy and Donny (Full-time). Be well always, craig  12/23/07: Hello there Airplane land: Hope all is  great!  A quick note if you or any person you know has a vinyl copy or a rock band from circa 1977 called Shiner on Nervie Records could you please email me at craigtheairplaneman at sign yahoo dot com.  As always please put Jefferson Airplane in the subject line. Thanks so much, cf 10/28/07: Good morning Airplane universe.  Hope all is terrific!  Please fly on by and say hello to: http://www.darbyslick.com Darby Slick from the Great Society and more!  Check it out!    10/26/07: Welcome to the rock and roll world.  How are you?  A  plug for Peter Kaukonen. Peter and Lisa from his office have always treated me very well and I like to reciprocate.   Peter will be appearing on the West Coast Live! radio show on Nov. 3rd, 10am - 12pm pacific. T here is a stream online and many stations that carry the show: http://www.wcl.org/schedule.html   He will be appearing with his new acoustic/electric trio.  I Thanks for your support. Have a great weekend, cf   10/22/07: Long time JA/JS fan’s son in severe car crash, please send him positive thoughts! Hi All Airplane & Jefferson Starship Fans: I hope the weekend went well. I didn’t want to post this with any of the gems from the vault because the only promotion here is to get some positive words to a good family (Long time Airplane/Starship fans).  It involves no money, only a 1 minute airmail to let them know you are thinking of them.  Thank you so! May I please take a moment from you because a long time fan of the Jefferson Family h ad some news that could puncture any parents heart.   His son was in a serious car crash.  Could you be kind enough to let him know your thoughts are with him and you wish his son Donovan a one- hundred percent speedy recovery.  I put the My Space link for him below.  He also asked me if you would check out the website of a band that b rings him “Good Karma” Cliff Wagner and Old Number 7.   Their link is below as well. Please tell Robert that Craig is thinking of the family.   The message he sent me is below as well. “It was the phone call at the crack of dark, that every parent dreads hearing. Anyway our eldest son Donovan, was in a near fatal car crash. He split his skull open, cracked three vertebrae in his neck, and has been temporally (we pray) blinded in one eye.” http://profile.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=user.viewprofile&friendid=219442688 Cliff Wagner and Old Number 7 www.oldnumber7.net Thanks as always for your time, Craig   10/14/07: Hello there!  I'm back and New England was great. While I was taping the Cable TV Show I was handed a very enjoyable CD that is not Airplane Family so I gain nothing but plugging t his except it's good music! Here is a written excerpt from part of the latest Aircast cool music from Phil DaRosa deserves to get recognition. I want to get a couple of plugs in for a CD I was given yesterday when being interviewed with Marty Balin and Signe Anderson on Joe Viglione’s show.  You are very aware that if it happened after 1979 I normally wouldn’t know.  To my surprise the music was really enjoyable.  I’ve listened to the CD a couple of times straight through already.  Phil DaRosa Better Days and I’ll put on the blog a bunch of info about Phil and the band as well as on the website.  Nobody asked for anything from me, this isn’t Airplane Family business, however it’s quality rock that mixes folk, old time sounds with newer elements and lyrics you can understand and analyze. Phil DaRosa- BETTER DAYS http://www.phildarosa.com http://www.myspace.com/philipdarosa On Oct 21st Phil is at "Rowapalooza" at Harvard... at 11 AM.  It's a festival with Tim Reynolds headlining. http://www.myspace.com/philipdarosa Band Members philly d - Guitar/vocals Jeremy Milligan - Drums/guitar R. Sturgis Cunningham - Drums Jackson Smith - Bass Jeff Bujak - Keys/Melodica  Upcoming Shows ( view all )  Oct 19 2007 9:00P  Bishop’s Lounge Northampton, Massachusetts Oct 20 2007 12:00P  IBS Radio Conference Boston, Massachusetts Oct 21 2007 11:00A  Rowapalooza! Boston, Massachusetts Oct 26 2007 8:00P Binghamton University Binghamton, New York Oct 27 2007 8:00P The Harp Amherst, Massachusetts THE PHIL DAROSA BAND!  IN CONCERT: Solo - October 20th, Brookline Mass  DAY SHOW Phil will be performing solo on October 20th at the IBS in Brookline.     Artist Information http://www.sonicbids.com/epk/epk.asp?epk_id=69861 Instrumentation Phil daRosa - Rhythm & Lead Guitar & Vocals Band - bass (Jackson Smith), drums (Jeremy Milligan), Keyboards (Jeff Bujak). Biography Having been born and raised on Martha's Vineyard isn't as confining as it might seem at first glance... Growing up, Phil had easy access to creative outlets as well as unconditional support from his family and social surroundings to pursue, for the most part, whatever he wanted. The freedom to follow his passions has led him to music. With a home base in the Northampton area of Western Massachusetts, Phil is mostly spending his time promoting and touring to support his new debut, 'Better Days', which was just released this month. Watch out for CD Release Shows over the next couple throughout New England and the Mid-Atlantic Regions. Discography Solo Debut - Better Days - (Available NOW!) The Frame - 4 song EP - '06 Bathtub Mary - Change they Want to See (ol' band) - This Album gets radio play on college and regional stations around The US - Bathtub Mary - The Ubiquitous Demo - PattersonEmerson - Self titled EP (Acoustic duo) The Sofa Kings - Shortly after Dawn (Acoustic trio) - Links http://www.phildarosa.com Sep 20 2007 9:00P THURSDAY NIGHT Felt Boston CD RELEASE SHOW! Boston, Massachusetts 533 Washington St Boston, MA 02111 (617) 350-5555 http://www.feltclubboston.com/  FELT Boston :: Boston's hottest club for entertainment, billiards ...Located in the heart of Boston's "Ladder District", FELT Boston is one of Boston's premier event venues. Sep 28 2007 10:00P The Sierra Grill - CD RELEASE SHOW! Northampton October 6   Mercury Lounge, New York City Mercury Lounge: NYC Mercury Lounge Box Office. 217 E. Houston St. (corner Ave A & Houston). F train to 2nd Ave; J or M train to Essex St; M14 or M21 bus to Houston and Essex ... http://www.mercuryloungenyc.com Phil DaRosa- BETTER DAYS http://www.phildarosa.com http://www.myspace.com/philipdarosa Hope Monday will be superlative, craig 10/13/07 Good day fellow flyers: The Airplane Man will have the honor of being on the Joe Viglione Syndicated Cable TV Show.  I will travel to New England for the day and there may be some Jefferson Airplane surprise guests. I have been looking forward to this for a while. Have a great day, cf 9/30/07: Good day Airplane fan.  A happy 90th birthday week to Marty Balin's dad known to the Airplane Universe as Joe Buck!  90 more healthy ones Mr. Buck! Check out Aircast 35, the bonus Aircast already from this morning, and a couple of Great Society photos! All the best, cf 9/29/07: Hello there Airplane fan: There will be a new rock and roll forum- message board that looks like it is going to be terrific.  Hosted by Don the site looks tremendous.  If you fly over to: That One Song or: The main link to the That One Song forum is: http://thatonesong.20.forumer.com/ the information is there.  It is called “The One Song.” Thanks and enjoy the weekend, cf Hi all: Hope the weekend is going well.  I have a radio interview scheduled Saturday January 6, 2007 5:30PM eastern time at  http://www.wctcam.com/index.asp They can be listened to on a computer anyplace in the Airplane/Starship world. The topic is "Take Me To A Circus Tent" (The Jefferson Airplane Flight Manual). This is a turn of the tables.  From 1981-1987 I was the d.j. and often doing the interviews.  It is terrific to be able to promote the book and hope once dad is well to be doing many radio appearances. Hope to hear you there, Craig the Airplane man www.takemetoacircustent.net   Jefferson Airplane Jefferson Starship Great Society TAKE ME TO A CIRCUS TENT (THE JEFFERSON AIRPLANE FLIGHT MANUAL)