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Location: Flahdaw | Weird....I've never seen a double-post 5 hours apart. |
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Location: Tennessee | Maybe not, dark bar, but have you ever seen two Wongs make it right? Well, here's your chance.
It was real cool to see the reunion going down. Kenny Wong now lives in Michigan. Michael Wong (playadamas) lives in California. They hadn't seen each other for almost 30 years. Since they both lived in Singapore (or was it Hong Kong?). But way back when, they were two parts of a trio. That played lots and lots of American acoustic music. So when Amelia4 went down, Michael decided to come, and Kenny decided to make the trip to meet up with his old singing partner from all those years before.
It was like magic the first time ... it was in the room T28 and I were sharing in Fernandina. Michael and Kenny came in and sat down in the living room, ostensibly to play the SLOTHEAD that was there for us to play. But it immediately turned into song after song of great guitar and beautiful harmonies.
The Wongs (no they are not related) continued to amaze folks as the weekend went on, and perhaps they were oblivious to the effect they were having on people in general because they were so into making great music as a duo. But their talents did not miss the ears of Brad Davis, who was the headline act for a concert at Indigo Alley. Brad invited Kenny and Michael to open his show ... and they played an absolutely wonderful set of songs.
I was able to record parts of the set on my iPhone ... I know, I know ... but it was there and handy. And I wanted to capture the moment because there was something very special about it. So, the picture is grainy, the sound less-than-stellar, but you will get a sense of the magic. Two guys and a couple of Adamas guitars. And a great rendition of a classic Styx song.
Boat on a River - Michael Wong and Kenny Wong
It doesn't get much better than this. And in the words of the inimitable Matt Smith ... "If it sounds nice, play it twice". I've played this a lot more than that. Enjoy your boat ride ... see you when you get back. |
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Location: Phoenix AZ | That was a great night all around !!! |
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| Dang, I'm sorry I had to miss that. Great stuff! |
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Location: Flahdaw | Wow! Now there's a couple of Wongs that can really perform on camera.
Fantastic job. |
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Location: NJ | so much fun that night |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Always loved Boat On A River. It was the first song I ever played mandolin on. I'd just started to pluck around with that new instrument about a month before, and had to play on a borrowed one that night, and BOY did I righteously tank part of the bridge that you hear in this video.
Fortunately, the two ladies singing more than made up for it.
I really like the live performance pieces. Keep'em coming Bobbo. (I keep saying that don't I? ;) ) |
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Location: Jet City | Originally posted by dark bar:
Weird....I've never seen a double-post 5 hours apart. That was weird. Wonder how it happened?
Great stuff from the "Two Wongs"! I imagine the solo was originally intended for a mando? |
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Location: Connersville, Indiana | Wow, It seems all you folks know each other see each other, play with each other, and because bobbo was there we have this great video. I know I'm new, but you folks must travel a lot, with the reward of playing with each other. What a dream.
Thanks
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Kit, spend some rainy afternoons reading the archives. There was a core group, probably made closer by the Ovation Factory Tours. Those ended after Fender bought Ovation, but there have been smaller regional gatherings that some of us have been able to attend. It would be nice to have an annual event again so a larger group might be able to meet personally, even though it's tough for some to travel cross-country without enough frequent flyer miles. |
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Location: Tennessee | I don't have much time, but I wanted to bring another great Ovation Song-O-Th'Day to you. It's not hard to choose one today because I started hearing it my head last night.
My bro-in-law was a medical emergency evac from a Delta flight two days ago, and has since been fighting hard in ICU but signs are not good. We're launching the silver bullet back up to Sacramento in a few to hold vigil. There too much of that going round these days for me. I got friend who's dealing with saying goodbye to his ma. And other who is saying goodbye to his son. And one more saying goodbye to his wife.
Music can fill us with such emotion, give us comfort, make us cry, give us inspiration. Fill us with love, joy, and hope. Invoke memories, and keep something memorable such that it's always there, living just inside THAT music.
That's sort of what this song does for me. It really touched me (again) when I went to preview it so I could post it. I don't have a lot more words to say here ... except it is beautifully written, beautifully performed, and a great example of "the Ovation sound". Listen to this song by southern California singer/songwriter Dan Roten all the way through. From the Member's Night Out Vol. 2 disc:
This Moment With You - Dan Roten
Take an extra moment to stop and look around today. And tell somebody you love them. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Sorry to hear about your b-i-l, bobbo. Hope everything works out for the best. And with your friends as well.
I'll say a quick prayer for all of them when I hug Lady Weaser goodnight tonight. Until then, I'll raise a glass to our dj, Wolfman bobbo. |
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| Way too much of that going around. Thanks for the wonderful song, and here's hoping for the best for your BIL. Take care, bro. |
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Location: Florida Central Gulf Coast | Day-um, I finally got caught up on this fabulous thread after an off-line week in da Keys.
Bobbo, I have to say that you are truly capturing the essence and mood in each of your selections! 
Alan's web o' notes, Serges 'get down' blues, Dan and Al's 'life sharings', Damon's 'punch it out dere' and all da rest are just wonderful.
What a treasure trove we have here in the OFC! Whatever emotions are evoked through this thread and the music are the same ones shared whenever there is an OFC gathering, except ya get to hug 'em at the jams.
Which makes it all the more painful in seeing 'sides' being picked. Day-um folks, just listen to da music... It's the common denominator for EVERYONE here! |
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Location: Connersville, Indiana | Bobbo, may God bless your family, your friends and anyone that is going through a rough time. I will say a prayer for you and your family and friends. You must be one hell of a friend.
God Bless
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Location: Phoenix AZ | All the best my brother. It's been one hell of a summer and it ain't over yet. Hang in there and know that all the usual suspects are thinking of you and your family. |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Prayers offered for your BIL and family Bobbo. I'm not in a place where I can listen to your last posting yet, tomorrow I'll make the time for it, but I wanted to send well-wishes as soon as I read your post.
I agree with Dave, it's been a tough summer, seems to me. Hang in there my friend. |
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Location: Newington, CT | Originally posted by Patch:
Prayers offered for your BIL and family Bobbo. I'm not in a place where I can listen to your last posting yet, tomorrow I'll make the time for it, but I wanted to send well-wishes as soon as I read your post.
I agree with Dave, it's been a tough summer, seems to me. Hang in there my friend. You said it, Patch! Prayers and best wishes for a good outcome, coming your brother-in-law's and your way, Bobbo. |
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Location: Steeler Nation, Hudson Valley Contingent | Finally got to listen to "This Moment With You". What other song could you possibly post that day. the perfect selection. I hope all is well. |
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Location: Latitude 39.56819, Longitude -105.080066 | Bobbo, I've been out of touch while in the land of enchantment but you know my thoughts and heart go out to you, my brother! |
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Location: Tennessee | Thanks to all for the kind thoughts and prayers. These things are never easy.
I don't feel much like writing today, so I'll let the music do the talking. This one's from the Member's Night Out Vol. 2 release:
Gone But Not Forgotten - Styll
RIP Tommy O'Brien. Vietnam Vet. Army Ranger. County Sheriff. Football Referee. Father. Husband. Brother. Friend. Gone but not forgotten.
Kiss your loved ones. Settle up with yourself. Tomorrow we'll sing a happy song. |
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Location: Bluffton, SC | Sorry for your loss, bobbo. Our sympathies go out to Tommy's friends and family. |
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| RIP to a REAL hero - a man who quietly did what he had to do, and what he felt was right, never wanting (or needing) mass acclaim.
Please extend our condolences to Kim and the rest of Tommy's family. |
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| Been away for a week so missed this.
Real sorry bob - but at least he made it home. |
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Location: Boise, Idaho | Sorry for everyone's loss, Bobbo. I was listening to you on the way to Twin Falls today. |
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