JEFFERSON AIRPLANE JEFFERSON STARSHIP Great Society Take Me To A Circus Tent Have You Seen The Stars Tonite Have You Seen The Circus Tent Tonite Hello there and welcome to the flight. This page features the most recent updates!    In a moment you are going to land for the audio/photo updates but first these words:  Air Jefferson News: We are  proud to announce the follow-up to the Jefferson Airplane book “Take Me To A Circus Tent.”  The book “Have You Seen The Stars Tonite” will cover the Jefferson Starship (The real periods) and offers 179 photos and over 500 pages. Amazon has it listed already! Details will unfold below!! http://feeds.feedburner.com/wordpress/baSi      That will get you each and every Aircast (Podcast) with rare music, news, and your Airmails!  Thanks! Very important.  To keep the plane at the best speed possible any of the older updates you don't see here are found at: http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com Once you are there look to the right please.  All the flights are found under the specific month and year.  Endless rock music for you and photos too!  Over 800 posts with thousand's of cool rarities! Thanks as always, CF   Please note if ever it seems an update is not here in a timely fashion it is because the web host is working on the plane.  You can fly to : http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/   The updates will be on the right side of the page for you fine flyers!    Jefferson Newsplane begins here: JEFFERSON AIRPLANE- Jefferson Starship- Great Society- TAKE ME TO A CIRCUS TENT HAVE YOU SEEN THE STARS TONITE Please check below as always  and  http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com  look to the right side of the page for all the cool music and new old photos. THANKS!! PLEASE note THE new Jefferson Starship book "HAVE YOU SEEN THE STARS TONITE" with 179 photos has landed. "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.” ThankS to: Don Aters, Barry Flast, Rick Martin, Mike Somavilla, Tim Silven, Doug Moon, and Graham Shanks! Large thanks to you!!!   http://www.amazon.com Has been kind enough to already list the book and offer free shipping to the USA. The postage rates to Europe are excellent!  Once you are at the Amazon site please type in Craig Fenton and you are on board! http://www.amazon.com Thank you as always for your support! May 11, 2010 12:01 AM Eastern Airplane Time Update Update Update Thanks for flying by.  How are things? Had hoped that Marty Balin would be playing an east coast gig this month with the famous band War but it is not to be. Have a great day always, CF April 7, 2010 12:01 AM Eastern Airplane Time Update Update Update Welcome to Rock & Roll City: As the immortal Simon & Garfunkel told us “April comes she will.”  Baseball season is here and the better weather not far off. Bob Harvey called to let me know things are good and he hopes all of you are well too!  I hope he decides to take the brand of bluegrass/folk/rock on the road this summer. All the best, CF       March 12, 2010 12:01 AM Eastern Airplane Time Update Update Update Welcome to Planet Jefferson: Thanks for stopping by the space in time.  Marty Balin continues to work on a bunch of new solo material and the question is still open if he will record the music for an actual release, internet downloads, or both.  He told me that the studio is superlative and he has even checked out what the other bands are putting down. Let's hope for more Marty on the road again. Always be well, Craig February 10, 2010 12:01 AM Eastern Airplane Time Update Update Update Welcome to Airplane & ELP World: How are things going in Rock Land?  Being old is not always the best but at least we got to see the timeless bands of days of future past. This includes during 1978 Emerson, Lake, & Palmer at the Nassau Coliseum, Uniondale, New York.  What stands out is having seen the band millions of times and listening to the majority of the live shows it was the best drumming from Carl Palmer.  This was not the radio broadcast but the performance from the next night. """''See the show""'  and be well, CF January 30, 2010: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane  Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane Central: Spoke with Marty Balin a few minutes Ago to wish him a Happy Birthday! Thanks to Marty for all the decades of amazing Hall of Fame rock and roll. Be well always, CF January 1, 2010: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane  Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane New Year: A wish for the coming year to be full of Rock & Roll and great health. All the best, CF December 2, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane  Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Winter Airplane Land:   What’s going on I ask you?  May things be superlative.   Glad so many have emailed nice comments about the new Marty Balin Live DVD!   If you haven’t gotten your copy yet why not fly over to: http://www.amazon.com/Live-Boston-Esplanade-June-2008/dp/B002M9FXLS/ref=pd_rhf_p_t_1   Enjoy the rest of the week and be well always, Craig   November 28, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane  Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane Universe: How are things going?    Thanks for all those that have been asking about Signe Anderson and her husband Michael.  It has been difficult to get him completely stable.  There have been peaks and valleys.  Doctors seem to have found a good game plan.  Signe goes for some testing soon to make sure the cancer is under control.   Some Marty Balin info coming early December for you fine folks.   May all of you be well, CF    November 25, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane  Field A: May all be going well today.   Please wish a friend of yours and mine well Denny DeGorio (Played with Jorma and Bob Steeler).   An update on Signe Anderson and her husband Michael in a few days.   Thanks as always for stopping by our flight.   All the best, CF November 5, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane Field 1: May all be well today. Signe Anderson's family can use your prayers and positive thoughts.  Her husband had extensive surgery. A true lady of class that has made many of us feel great with the sounds of the 1st Airplane record and now maybe we can give her some support. Thanks as always, craig October 2, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane Center How are you today? A large thanks to friend and superlative songwriter Jesse Barish for sending me a copy of his latest music. "Wheel Keep Turning" is worth the wait.  Please pick up a copy. All the best, CF September 17,2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane News: How are you today?  Sorry to hear of the passing of one of the most noted folk-rock performers Mary Travers from Peter, Paul, & Mary has died. Mary was fighting cancer and as we have seen the killer knows no mercy. Thanks for wonderful sounds! Are you enjoying the amazing sounding remastered Beatles CD's (mono and stereo)? Always be well, CF September 6th,2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane Central: Thanks for being part of the flight. How are you? I had the pleasure of a long conversation with Denny Degorio yesterday.  The one time band mate of Jorma and Bob Steeler has had an interesting journey in music and life.  We may be working on something in the near future. Please be safe on the roads and enjoy the holiday, CF August 29, 2009: 12:01AM Eastern Airplane Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Tuna Road: How are you doing today? For the first time since the Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame Induction of the Jefferson Airplane, Jorma and Marty Balin played together.  Along with a gentleman named Jack Casady. It happened during the Hot Tuna gig 8-28-09 Skipper's Smokehouse, Tampa, Florida.  Marty Balin was invited on stage to sing "Volunteers" during the Hot Tuna show.  Hope this isn't a one shot thing! Always be well, CF July 8th, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Airplane Central: How are you this morning? The finishing touches are being put on the long awaited Marty Balin Live DVD.  If all goes well the cover will be provided by a great Jefferson\ Family person.  I hope it works out! Have the best day, CF July 4th, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Holiday Airplanes: Please be safe on the roads and don't drink and drive. Happy holiday, craig June 27, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Update: What's going on I ask you?  How are things? No matter what please make sure to pick up a copy of the of the Jefferson Airplane - Volunteers remastered Double CD with the complete and uncut Woodstock 1969 performance.  It doesn't get better. Thanks and be well, CF June 17, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Plane: Hope you are well.  A quick get well wish to Signe Anderson's husband.  Let's hope he feels 100 percent by the July 4th holiday! If you are a fan of Twitter or know somebody that is please spread the word about Twitter Mansion.  It is the keys to the Twitter Kingdom.  A 392 Page E-Book! Check it out: http://odurl.com/gpE All the best, CF   June 7, 2009: 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Update Plane: What is new?  How are you? The info on Signe, the new Marty DVD, and the Airplane Woodstock uncut can be found below! If you are a fan of Twitter or know somebody that is please spread the word about Twitter Mansion.  It is the keys to the Twitter Kingdom.  A 392 Page E-Book! Check it out: http://odurl.com/gpE All the best, CF June 4th, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson World: Thanks for stopping by.  As promised an update from Signe Anderson.  Mostly good news.  She does have to have the vascular situation looked into later on in the year. Have an amazing day, CF June 3rd, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Central: How are you today?  To answer all the airmails (thank you as always) about the Jefferson Airplane soon to be released (June 30th, 2009) Double CD.  It will contain a remastered Volunteers but more importantly the entire Woodstock performance finally uncut!  Yes, even The Other Side Of This Life  will no longer be a figment of our imagination! Have a fantastic day, CF May 24, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Avenue: Thanks for being part of the flight.  The Marty Balin live DVD is coming along.  The bonus tracks are being worked on.  It still should be ready on or about August 2009. You will always hear about it under the Circus Tent first. Be well always, CF May 17, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Land: How are you? Hard to believe it is May when the temps were under 60 today!  Let me please answer (thank you for them) your questions: 1) Marty Balin and Slick Aguilar did indeed have a private show recently in the great place we call Woodstock, New York. 2) Mary and Slick were on the same bill as Ambrosia in Connecticut. 3) Signe Anderson is waiting for test results back.  When I hear I'll be glad to post the update.  She thanks all of you for your kindness. 4) Hopefully the Marty Balin Live DVD is on schedule for August 2009. 5) I have been working non stop on of all things a Twitter project that will also be part of the Speaking/Writing Course. Thanks as always for your time and have a great week, CF April 29, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Central: How are you? Three things so I can answer the questions (thanks as always for them): 1 Marty Balin LIVE DVD is getting closer and with the bonus material will be superlative. 2 Thanks for asking about Signe Anderson. Tests and results to come.  I'll let you know but please keep the messages for her rocking on. 3 I'm proud to say that the ultimate speaking, writing, and self-confidence course "Painting My Room In A Colorful Way" is now available. I had numerous Airmails asking if I would make the course available with and without phone coaching.  Both options are now available.  If you don't see the without phone coaching choice on the website shortly, please send me an Airmail with either Jefferson Airplane or PMRIACW in the subject line and I'll get you the info. Airmail address is: craigtheairplaneman @ yahoo dot com Thanks as always, CF Website for Painting My Room In A Colorful Way- Please fly here for it: http://www.learnpublicspeakingskills.com April 22, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Central: I'm proud to say that the ultimate speaking, writing, and self-confidence course "Painting My Room In A Colorful Way" is now available. Please fly here for it: http://www.learnpublicspeakingskills.com What were your thoughts on the Grateful Dead show in Greensboro? Thanks for your support, Craig April 18, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Central: Thank you for flying by.  A couple of notes. I appreciate all the Airmails asking when the new speaking/writing/self-confidence course "Painting My Room In A Colorful Way" can be purchased.  I am still hoping that sometime next week it will be a reality.  I will keep you informed here and on the rock tent blog at http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com Want a cool glimpse at Beatles genius? http://www.thisdayinrock.com/ When you arrive pick April 19 from the drop down and you'll see some special memories from the way back machine. Be well and enjoy the day, CF April 13, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson World: Hope the weekend was all you hoped for.  In something that is a bad rock and roll soap- opera the jury has reached a verdict in the 2nd Phil Spector murder trial.  Decision may come on or about 5 PM eastern time. Why is such brilliance often dangerous? The latest Marty Balin project is moving along well.  Details as they unfold. Signe Anderson begins her latest round of testing this week, please wish her luck! Miss anything?  Please go to: http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com Have a rock and roll night, CF April 10, 2007: On this day in rock sadly we would see in 1970 the end for the Beatles.  Thanks for being such a large part of my life! Have a great day, CF April 7, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson World: What's happening today?  I hope you are well.  Not a good start to the Yankee season! The new Marty Balin DVD is moving along. Details here first as they happen! Please remember to spread the word on my new speaking/writing/self-confidence course "Painting My Room In A Colorful Way" which should arrive on or near April 20th. How about Paul McCartney and Ringo Starr on stage together last week at Radio City in New York!  It should be a daily event. If you missed anything of late (rarities from the vault or photos) please head over here: http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com Look to the right for the archives and enjoy over 850 of them! Have the best day, CF April 3, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson World: Hope the week went well.  Sometimes an event changes the original thoughts. I wanted to wish the Yankees and fans great success  in the new ballpark but that takes a backseat with what happened in Binghamton, New York today. I would appreciate if you read my thoughts on the great town (then and now) when I worked at WAAL The Whale.  There are no plugs or promotion from me during the post.  Only words from the heart. Please board this way: http://odurl.com/m4 Thanks and be safe always, craig March 31, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson World (Almost April): How is the week going thus far?  Thanks as always for stopping by the Circus Tent. Joe Viglione long time author, writer, manager, and promoter was kind enough to interview me regarding the Jefferson Airplane Take Me To A Circus Tent/and Jefferson Starship Have You Seen The Stars Tonite. Please board this way: Gemm Jefferson Interview With Craig Thank you for all the airmails regarding my soon to be released speaking, writing, and self-confidence course "Painting My Room In A Colorful Way."  There will be nothing that can compare to the quality, price, and learning tools.  This includes not only an E-Book, audio, email, but phone coaching too! More details coming! Have a great night, CF March 30, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock Zone: How are you?  Thanks for flying by. I forgot to mention (sorry) about a couple of musicians we lost lately.  Former bass-player for the Electric Light Orchestra Kelly Groucutt and one of the most well known drummers ever Louie Bellson.  Thanks for the sounds you gave us. All the best, CF March 27, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock City Weekend: Thanks for boarding the flight.  There is a superlative new website from not only somebody connected to the San Francisco music scene for decades but a true fan! Please welcome my good friend Mike Somavilla's new site to the Rock Universe by checking this out: http://www.sfmusicandbeyond.com/ San Francisco Music And Beyond featuring the on-line "Keeper Of The Flame" and rare photos. Tell Mike the Airplane Man sent you! Enjoy the weekend, CF March 25, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock: How are things going?  It has been a busy time. I'm putting the final touches on the ultimate Speaking, Writing, and Self-Confidence course "Painting My Room In A Colorful Way."  It will encompass written, audio, email, and phone coaching at a price that won't leave you speechless!  From Airplane Land:  An interesting Marty Balin release is in the works! Signe Anderson health has been stable the past week. If you want to rock with over 800 updates of rare audio rock treasures and photos from the vault please fly here: http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com Angie's mom get well soon! Have a great day, CF March 20, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock City Weekend: Thanks for being part of our rock journey. A lot going on.  We have today Beatles from the Vaults, Jefferson sounds, and Jefferson's join Quicksilver.  First a word from out friend: Jefferson friend Paul Scannell  will be performing both Grateful Dead sounds and more this weekend and a few gigs later on. When you fly to our link below please check out the info for a great time. Please fly here for a lot of rock sounds from Beatles to Jefferson: http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/04/07/jefferson-airplane-aircast-63-sees-jeffersons-join-quicksilver-and-beatles-from-the-vaults-41-a-cool-ditty-from-john/ Thank you as always for boarding and have a great weekend, CF March 17, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Rock: How is the week going?  The other day somebody asked about a Jefferson Family gem. This is worth the flight.  Want some Airplane on a Wooden Ship? http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/10/23/jefferson-airplane-signe-andersons-last-test-result-was-an-original-airplane-member-is-unplugged-leaving-a-bird-and-a-ship-cool-sounds-for-our-journey-toward-the-weekend/ May Wednesday be full of great rock, Craig March 13, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock Weekend: Thanks for sharing the time with me.  An update on Signe Anderson.  The last visit to the doctor showed things were stable.  The cold is finally better. Did you know there are over 800 rock and roll updates here: http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com   Enjoy the sounds and the day, CF March 10th, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock Central: How are things?  A speedy recover to A-Road and plenty of rock and roll for you! Today it's a triple header of sounds: Jefferson Airplane 66 Cream 66 W/rare track A Marty Balin live Airplane medley for your ears only! Please fly here to enjoy: http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2009/02/03/jefferson-airplane-66-was-a-great-year-and-we-have-a-rare-cream-track-and-some-live-airplane-to-prove-it-get-out-of-the-snow-and-come-aboard-the-free-flight-rock-sounds/ Can the hockey Rangers make an attempt to resemble a pro team please? Have a great day, Craig March 8th, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock Weekend: What's new?  Are you ready to rock with an Airplane/Starship/Great Society member on stage at the same time? Please board this way: http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/09/06/jefferson-airplane-history-awaits-a-jefferson-airplane-great-society-and-jefferson-starship-member-perform-on-stage-for-the-first-time-ever-you-are-right-there-for-the-flight-volunteers-anybod/ A Jefferson get well to Signe, L.Z., M.Z., and Don. Enjoy the day, CF March 5, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock: Are things going well?  With all the bad news about the economy why not let the Beatles make things great! Beatles rare sounds please fly here:   http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/09/20/jefferson-airplane-beatles-from-the-vaults-96-how-about-a-song-7-years-before-it-would-be-released-and-as-a-bonus-another-beatles-gem-from-over-40-years-in-the-way-back-rock-machine-weekend-fun-fo/ Please also check out the last couple of days of a song Rory Gallagher made famous and an Eskimo Blue Day (the tune not the weather) with a different arrangement.  We even gave a bit of a U2 cover Jefferson style! Enjoy and be well, CF Beatles rare sounds please fly here:   http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/09/20/jefferson-airplane-beatles-from-the-vaults-96-how-about-a-song-7-years-before-it-would-be-released-and-as-a-bonus-another-beatles-gem-from-over-40-years-in-the-way-back-rock-machine-weekend-fun-fo/ March 4, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock Land: Thanks for sharing this time. An Airplane/Hot Tuna member plays one that is most noted by Rory Gallagher Please board this way: http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/09/18/jefferson-airplane-an-airplanehot-tuna-member-plays-one-that-rory-gallagher-buddy-guy-john-mayall-junior-wells-and-johnny-winter-did-so-well/ Always feel great, craig March 3rd, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Central: What is going on I ask you? Thanks for being here. Want to rock? It was an Eskimo Blue Day and why not a bit of a U2 cover by boarding here please:   http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/11/06/jefferson-airplane-how-about-we-change-the-arrangement-of-one-of-the-all-time-jefferson-airplane-rock-and-roll-tunes/  Please check for some rare Beatles later this week! May all flights be full of great rock, CF March 2, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to Jefferson Rock City: What's new?  Hope you are doing well. I hope your weather was better than what we had in Airplane Land. Original Jefferson bass-player Bob Harvey was kind enough to let me know he is working on some new sounds. Want some vintage Airplane sounds? Jefferson Airplane intense rock from 68 if you board this way please: http://craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com/2008/10/20/jefferson-airplane-a-long-intense-2-for-the-price-of-0-with-the-jefferson-airplane-rocking-on-in-68/ Be safe on the roads and have a great day, CF March 1st, 2009 12:01 AM Eastern  Airplane            Time Update Update UPDATE Welcome to March Rock: A new month has started and I wanted to remind you that there were some updates the past 2 days you should check out below or for all rock all the time please fly here: http://www.craigtheairplaneman.wordpress.com Thanks and may the day be superlative, craig