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| Name: | Barry Vance |
| E-mail address: | barryvance@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Northern Ireland |
| Comments: | Great to see you are coming to Belfast.
BV |
| Name: | berke reichenbach |
| E-mail address: | berke_r@hotmail.com |
| Location: | scripps ranch |
| Comments: | we went last nite to Birch and what a show. John and Renie martin asked us to come and we loved seeing you guns again. Twanger you were super. i don't know why, but i had no idea you could pick it like that-plus the slide. i have had greg douglas to the house to jam and now my goal is twanger. the new family tree cd is fantastic. i have enjoyed them all but this one is hot. the sound last nite was soooo tight. loved the davey jones and grace slick runs too. ready the cd notes i saw where eve gave love to her pop for wanting her to be country. eve as an old pop i am sure your dad is so very proud of his angel no mattter his home. never know if we can jam or have a private concert, but you guys play, and project such real sounds and love. my best to you and yours. berke- oh by the way my praise to the rest of the band -you all were fantastic, i just never had heard twanger get it on sooooo. |
| Name: | Jerpal |
| E-mail address: | jeremywadepalmer@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Looking for the original "Memphis". I bought it on MP3.com a few years ago. It is the best version. Eve's voice cuts like a knife. The current version is just too polished. I want the raw, unpolished Eve!!!!! |
| Name: | drum |
| E-mail address: | d1drumster@cox.net |
| Location: | United States |
| Comments: | Eve and Jim Thanx sooooo much for coming to the St Madeleine Sophies Garden Party today.
You made the magic there so much more special than it was already, I believe that you felt it. We have been following you for along time Eve, back to the house concerts here at the Wangs, and Jim, from here in El Cajon in the way back machine to Valley Music next to Stanley Andrews Sporting goods. I hope to catch up with you at another local event. Drum n Jane |
| Name: | Jordan |
| E-mail address: | jordan@hotmail.com |
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| Name: | wayne kilmer |
| E-mail address: | remlik@eastlink.ca |
| Location: | aylmer ontario canada |
| Comments: | HI EVE . I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO HEAR YOUR MUSIC. I BELEIVE WE ARE RELATED, AS MY MOTHER'S MAIDEN NAME WAS BERTHA SELIS. SADLY SHE PASSED AWAY 3 YEARS AGO . SHE WAS ONE OF 5 CHILDREN BORN IN BELGUM,LEO,ALBERT ADRIAN,PAULA AND BERTHA. MY SISTER SHARRON REID,MENTIONED YOU AS WE WERE VISITING SHE AND HER HUSBAND MORLEY LAST NIGHT. IF YOU EVER HAVE AN OPORTUNITY TO VISIT CANADA ,YOU ARE VERY WELCOME IN OUR HOME. MY WIFE LINDA AND I WOULD REALLY LIKE TO MEET YOU. THANK YOU FOR TAKING TIME FROM YOUR BUSY LIFE TO READ THIS NOTE. LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING FROM YOU SOON. |
| Name: | James Alastair Howarth |
| E-mail address: | azebra@37.com |
| Location: | Croydon UK |
| Comments: | The New CD "Family Tree" is blowing me away at present up to 65 roses.
Love the first Track "rubber and glue". I had stopped listening to music about a 18 months back. What I have missed. Listening to this CD I am back in that Virgin Music Shop and listening to you live in the UK (did that twice sweet memories). Summing up Thanks. |
| Name: | Lyndon Page |
| E-mail address: | lpage@grasshopperholdings.co.uk |
| Location: | England |
| Comments: | Hi Eve - Happy Thanksgiving Day :)
Thank you for the signed card and poster from the sponsorship I sent you. I did not expect to receive a CD as well - Really great Cd and thank you so much, If I had realised that a Cd was included, I would have sent more! When you tour England will you be bringing the same pictures that you signed? I will tell you why - Everytime I get a poster or picture signed by you, something happens!!! Ist one signed after seeing you at the Robin2 - I took this to get framed, with other signed posters, and they got lost/thrown away - No2 - You signed a poster this year at Katie Fitzgeralds, I left it on my wall unit, and my new puppy chewed it partly up!!! - No 3, The poster card and CD came whilst I was at work, somehow my dog got into the hall way, and, you guessed it, poster No3 partly chewed, CD chewed - Will I ever get one signed and in one piece??? Please bring one to the UK, and I will pay for it, and a new CD also. It still plays and is fantastic. See you back in England soon :)x |
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| E-mail address: | jade@prodigy.net |
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| Name: | Len Schultz |
| E-mail address: | cfhlfs0@yahoo.com |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | I noticed you have the Heart Shaped Tattoo cowboy hat at the curio emporium. Will they be available at the Jenkins concert this Friday? |
| Name: | Patrick Wayodi |
| E-mail address: | patrickwayodi@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Kenya |
| Comments: | Hi Eve
I've been a fan of yours for almost 10 years now, since the first time I heard "I'm the lucky one". I really wish there was a way I could pay you for your music, but albums are just too expensive. Have you considered micropayment solutions like Flattr or Bitcoin? |
| Name: | SCOTT WOKER |
| E-mail address: | SCOTTWOKER2@GMAIL.COM |
| Location: | United States |
| Comments: | JUST HEARD THE FINISHED SONGS RICH BROUGHT BACK WITH HIM (I'M A FRIEND AND BANDMATE OF HIS). YOU BOTH PUT OUT A GOOD PRODUCT.SOUND REAL TIGHT ,GREAT FEEL , GUITAR LICKS , HARMONIES AND LEAD VOCALS! LOVED THE ORGAN AND PIANO EMBELLISHMENT AS WELL . BEST WISHES , SCOTT WOKER |
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| Name: | Ria |
| E-mail address: | ria1039@gmail.com |
| Comments: | Oops mistyped the email, still you know it anyway ;-)
Much love, Ria xx |
| Name: | Ria |
| E-mail address: | ria1039@gmai.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.flickr.com/people/ria_1039 |
| Location: | Solihull, UK |
| Comments: | Hi Eve & Marc,
Great to see you again in Stourbridge & Bury (love that venue..!) Thanks so much for your love and friendship over the years, it really does mean a lot :-) Take care, Much love, Ria xx |
| Name: | Lyndon Page |
| E-mail address: | Lpage&grasshopperholdings.co.uk |
| Location: | England |
| Comments: | Hi Eve.
Hope that you are keeping well, great Gig at Stourbridge last week, really enjoyed chatting with you both afterwards. You may remember that you signed a poster for me, and I had said that the one you signed last year was thrown away with some others that I had taken for framing, well it seems that I am fated with your signed posters, the last one was half eaten by my new German Shepherd puppy! whilst you are still in England could you possibly send me another?Look forward to seeing you again soon. Keep blasting out the great music. Take care Lyndon :) |
| Name: | Pete |
| E-mail address: | p.cullen4@ntlworld.com |
| Location: | Bury, Lancs. |
| Comments: | Eve / Marc
What a wonderful concert tonight at Bury, thank you so much for once again entertaining us Lancastrians so magnificently. You were both in GREAT form - even more so than usual. Your voice was just perfect and the song choices were superb. Please keep coming back to The Met. Good luck with the ring binders too! |
| Name: | Luigi |
| E-mail address: | Mannaro007@yahoo.it |
| Location: | UK |
| Comments: | Hi Eve, It was lovely jogging with you at the gym in the Apollo hotel, Basingstoke! You certainly look at lot different out of spandex on your website! :-) Anyway, good luck and much success with your tour! Safe trip back to the USA! All the very best, Luigi |
| Name: | Nancy |
| E-mail address: | nancy.jennings@gcccd.edu |
| Comments: | The email address for the following gig is incorrect. Is there any other way we can get in touch and make reservations?
Thanks! Poway House Concert at Mike and Faye Adams Poway House Concert at the Adams Family Home They're all together kooky! Eve, Marc and Jim will perform trio style and play some new songs along with old fave's from our 20th Anniversary concert. Email the Mike and Faye at diamondfma@cox.com for reservations. Saturday, Apr 9, 2011 @ 7:30pm All Ages Welcome Admission: $20 |
| Name: | Ria |
| Location: | Solihull, UK |
| Comments: | Hi Eve just wanted to make myself known here, thanks so much for replying to my email, hope the news didn't come as too much of a shock ;-)
Looking forward to seeing you in February :-) Much love, Ria xx |
| Name: | Kay Corden |
| E-mail address: | kaycskincare@gmail.com |
| Location: | San Diego/La Jolla |
| Comments: | So wanted to attend your anniversay concert on the 12th...went on line tonight (Jan 13th) SOLD OUT congrats!
We will miss you Kay Corden 619 518-7477 |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Near Gateshead |
| Comments: | Hi Eve, Marc, et all,
No North East gig in Feb/ March?! :-((((((((((((((((((( Hope you all had a fab Christmas, love and best wishes for 2011. xxx |
| Name: | Deborah |
| E-mail address: | deborahramage@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Sydney, Australia |
| Comments: | Hi Eve
I have been listening to your fabulous music since early 2000's - any chance of you coming to play in Australia? |
| Name: | Ben Brown |
| E-mail address: | tb_brown@bellsouth.net |
| Location: | Russellville KY |
| Comments: | http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uIhKUJIO7_A
I think you will like this video about Russellville and KY. Still listen to you lots and Wish you a Merry Christmas |
| Name: | Lorna |
| E-mail address: | preciousthing71@hotmail.co.uk |
| Location: | Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England |
| Comments: | Hi Eve,
Really sorry to see there's no north east gig on your next UK tour. Will miss you a lot. Take care, Lorna. x |
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| Name: | Scott Salter |
| E-mail address: | snottyr@cox.net |
| Location: | Poway |
| Comments: | Thank you for your energy and inspiration |
| Name: | Scott Salter |
| E-mail address: | snottyr@cox.net |
| Location: | Poway |
| Comments: | Thanx Eve and Band for a great show at Powpac tonight
A great show Never get tired of seeing you perform............. |
| Name: | Eddie Baker |
| E-mail address: | luckyspirit1@tiscali.co.uk |
| Location: | Northumberland |
| Comments: | Hello the Eve Selis band.
What a terrific night it was on Friday night at The Sage in Gateshead.You or all supremely talented individuals and you share your God given gifts with a lot of people. The singing and the music was simply on another level,to me you are all like a good wine it matures with age. Music for me is therapy where you can be transported to anywhere you want to be and the cares of the world just drift away for a short while which cant be bad. I wish you sll good health and keep on being inspired in your songwriting. EDdie |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | nr Gateshead! |
| Comments: | Hey all
Just to say, the biggest thankyou for an awesome night last night. All of it, even the mustard conversations; Larry - I'm holding you to our deal! Oh and I so think the Colman's idea is a goer ever - especially the choice of attire you mentioned! Eve, thanks for allowing time for us to have a chat, not just 2 mins before curfew; that meant a lot and I hope we can manage a proper chat next time, too...even if some of the girl stuff did make Dad faintly uneasy! LOL The only complaint I have is that the whole night was over too fast - but then I guess that just shows how fab it was! Been playing '..Roses' Cd today - excellent. Loving 'Crazy' - feels like my life lately; thank God for nights of music, friends and mad people! Thanks, too, for the hugs...they might just last til next time :-) Safe travels, let me know you get back ok. Much love and huge hugs. Helen XOXOXOXO PS Thanks also for giving me chance to see Chrissy and Rick after way too long. We speak but don't get together often, so was double special getting to see all of you in same night. They think the world of you. Wish I'd known Chrissy was going down to L'Pool today - I'd SO have gone with her. You were great, of course! XX |
| Name: | chrissy |
| E-mail address: | christine.hogg@tiscali.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://http://www.digitalrodeo.com/NotpopCounty |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | forgot to say good luck with the walk. george did the moonwalk in edinburgh on 19th July it was a half marathon, 13 miles, so he and 3 friends raised over 1000 for breast cancer. They are all special, next year I will do it as well, Hope the feet and legs can walk as well as they can dance, if so you can raise thousands. we all need friends like you. One day at a time. love from chrissy xxx |
| Name: | chrissy |
| E-mail address: | christine.hogg@tiscali.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://http://www.digitalrodeo.com/NotpopCounty |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | forgot to say good luck with the walk. george did the moonwalk in edinburgh on 19th July it was a half marathon, 13 miles, so he and 3 friends raised over 1000 for breast cancer. They are all special, next year I will do it as well, Hope the feet and legs can walk as well as they can dance, if so you can raise thousands. we all need friends like you. One day at a time. love from chrissy xxx |
| Name: | Chrissy |
| E-mail address: | christine.hogg@tiscali.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://http://www.digitalrodeo.com/NotpopCounty |
| Location: | scotland |
| Comments: | enjoyed The Sage at Gateshead on 16th July. Thank you for the hug, all hugs are special when doing the breast cancer thing. Hopefully my hair will grow and I can do pink bits just like you. Dont worry about the ebay dress, george says it fits fine. You were looking good girl go for it. Thank you for a wonderful night. Played the cd all the way home, a 100miles on the A1(M not included). see you next time. George and Chrissy (I was the one with the very short hair). xx |
| Name: | Max Phillips |
| E-mail address: | maxiphilli@aol.com |
| Location: | UK |
| Comments: | Was at the concert tonight at The Sage - first time seen you all live and loved the gig! Now listening to Angels and Eagles and looking forward to next year's tour. Good luck on your Big Walk and thanks for the hug - funny how its always the little things that matter :-) x |
| Name: | Richard Byatt |
| E-mail address: | richard@the-shoreline.net |
| Location: | Kent |
| Comments: | Great show on Tuesday - that's the 4th Maidstone venue we've seen the band - should be a cooking live recording.
btw I didn't catch the title of two fast-paced songs towards the end of your set but one was about stopping a train. Can you let us know? Best wishes to you and all the band. Richard & Sara |
| Name: | Alf |
| E-mail address: | alf.britchford@hotmail.co.uk |
| Location: | UK |
| Comments: | Just wanted to say thanks for a superb gig in Maidstone last night.
An exceptional night. |
| Name: | Keith & Cindy Jansz |
| E-mail address: | keithjansz@btinternet.com |
| Location: | Buckinghamshire |
| Comments: | Hi, Eve,
Really enjoyed the show, despite the venue being Tingewick village hall! Do you know when you'll be back in the UK? I have a very big birthday next year and wondered if you ever perform at private parties? I am an artist and I love the pictures you paint with your lyrics. Please check out my website if you have a moment www.keithjansz.com |
| Name: | Ivor |
| E-mail address: | ivor@g6urp.co.uk |
| Location: | Solihull, UK |
| Comments: | Hi Eve and the gang,
Great to see you in Putney last night, and by the way Eve I did write here after your tour last year, where did you get the idea I hadn't written in 3 years..??!! Some good new songs, well worth the trip (of course..!) and you'll be pleased to hear I didn't drop the bike on the way home last night..! Marc, forgot to ask you to pass on my details to Sharon, sorry she's not here again this year, would love to have a chat with her about cats..! See you on Friday, Ivor |
| Name: | Kevin |
| E-mail address: | kevin.mcilroy1@btinternet.com |
| Location: | London |
| Comments: | Hi Eve
Just wanted to say that we finally got to see you and the band last night at The Half Moon and the sets were amazing - better than we could have expected. Keep up the great work - sorry we couldn't stay to get the CDs signed Kevin & Paulette |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Near Gateshead |
| Comments: | hey Eve and Marc-
Hope weather is like this for you when you're here! been glorious. I'd begun to forget waht summer was,....;-) Just saw message below: I quote: "Eve says a big hello to Helen and we are looking forward to our hugs ... See you in a few months!" Big hellos back, hugs reserved and getting bigger by the day! Seems ages since I saw you guys, but you know you are thought of often, right?! Barely more than a month now, can't wait. Been at Sage for Gretchen and Suzy recently, and various people been uttering the name 'Eve Selis' and the flyers are all over The Sage ;-) Until then, much love...and I will see you guys very soon XOXO etc |
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| E-mail address: | kayleigh@terra.com.br |
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| Name: | LaVonne and Sam |
| E-mail address: | la-vonne@cox.net |
| Location: | Poway, California |
| Comments: | Sam and I had a wonderful time @ the RB Winery. You guys are so fun, classy and on pitch.
Thank you for a night of great music! If you have time to unrust my pipes, I've left my e-mail. It would be a blessing to me and anyone that may hear me in the future Thanks again! LaVonne |
| Name: | George again |
| E-mail address: | notpop.county@tiscali.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.digitalrodeo.com/NotpopCounty |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | Sorry,back again,the wb address didn't load last time ! |
| Name: | George Hogg |
| E-mail address: | notpop.county@tiscali.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://http://www.digitalrodeo.com/NotpopCounty |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | Hi Guys,Sorry you can't make Scotland this time round.
However Chrissy&I have booked tickets for the Sage,plus hotel,so see you there. Also seeing Willie and Kriss soon,so you are in good company! Hope you attract a few more Scottish fans down to Gateshead.(Eve,You must remember to say 'Gatesheed'!) Luv and all that,George and Chrissy xxx |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | Del Mar, California |
| Comments: | Larry and Rick will join Eve and I after our first 2 shows, and friend Phoebe will be with us for most of the tour. Mike, Eve's training was going great until she sprained her ankle 2 days ago, but I'm sure she'll be back in action soon and will appreciate you're asking about her. |
| Name: | Mike wayman |
| E-mail address: | m.wayman@trinitymirror.com |
| Location: | Kent |
| Comments: | Hi Eve and the guys,
Am really looking forward to your visit in Maidstone. Who is coming over this year? Eve - how is the trainging going for the charity walk? Mike |
| Name: | Lorna |
| E-mail address: | preciousthing71@hotmail.co.uk |
| Location: | Newcastle, UK |
| Comments: | Hi Eve and Marc,
I'm so happy that you're coming back to The Sage, Gateshead this summer! It's always so good to hear your music, which fills me with hope and enthusiasm. Can't wait until 16th July!!!! Take care, Lorna. |
| Name: | Jed & Sharon |
| E-mail address: | gsx1400k2@hotmail.com |
| Location: | East Sussex, UK |
| Comments: | Dear Marc, Eve and Gang.
Thanks for getting the Brighton gig sorted. Phew - what a relief ! Tickets already in hand. Here's hoping Rick and Larry are ready to play as well as drink !! Cheers. J&S. |
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| Name: | Helen, Steven, Guy and Clara |
| E-mail address: | helen@mbxproductions.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.mbxproductions.co.uk |
| Location: | Brighton |
| Comments: | Hey guys!
Aaaaaaaaah indeed...where's the Sussex gig? Desperate to see you all down here. Please try to get your agent to not book a pub gig as the children are dying to see you. We've been singing along to 1000 kisses in the car today (with tears in my eyes), getting in the mood :-). Much love to you all, The Lewis gang xxxxxxxxxx |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | Del Mar, California |
| Comments: | Hi everyone and thanks so much for staying on top of our updates regarding the UK tour ...
Hey Jed ... Sorry about the Brighton change but it had to be made as they had us going from Bilston on Wed. then down to Brighton on Thursday and then a drive all the way back up to Newcastle in Friday traffic with an expected arrival of 4pm, so we have our fab agent Bob trying to move Brighton to July 4th ... Thanks Matt and Jo for bringing along newcomers and it's always a joy to see you both ... Eve says a big hello to Helen and we are looking forward to our hugs ... See you in a few months! |
| Name: | Jed & Sharon |
| E-mail address: | gsx1400k2@hotmail.com |
| Location: | East Sussex, UK |
| Comments: | AAAARRRRGGGHHHH !!!!!!! What's happened to the Brighton gig ??!! Already had you on the calendar and in the diary for July 15th and now it's disappeared from the tour list. As we're into April already we're starting to worry now !
Really hoping it's just a blip and all will be sorted out. Summer in Sussex won't be the same without you ! Cheers. Jed & Sharon. |
| Name: | Matt and Jo |
| E-mail address: | jo@victoriavilla.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.victoriavilla.co.uk |
| Location: | Stourport on Severn, Worcestershire, England |
| Comments: | We thought it was about time we added a few comments as we have had the pleasure of seeing you many times. Not only do we make sure we get to see you on your tours of the U.K. we have also had the wonderful opportunity of being at a couple of your house concerts in and around San Diego.
We love watching you perform, always with enthusiasm which makes for great entertainment. We wish we could see you on more than one occasion when you are in England but as you know our b&b business is very hard to get away from especially during the summer months so we have to make do with the Bilson dates and previously the Stourbridge venues. We are really looking forward to seeing you all again in July at the Robin Hood 2. We have enjoyed all the gigs whether it be just Eve and Marc or the whole band. We are hoping we make it back one day to San Diego because as Eve has commented - it sure is a wonderful place to be. We have been to 2 house concerts - one post xmas (with Eve and Marc) and one pre-xmas (with full band) - both have been a fantastic experience. The joy of such an intimate atmosphere and the chance to meet everybody in a close and personal setting. We love meeting and chatting to all the guests, everybody is just so friendly and welcoming. It's more than a house concert it's more of a house party where everybody knows everybody!!! We love Southern California, San Diego and all the wonderful people we have met. If we won the lottery we would move there in a heartbeat and then we would be able to see you guys perform more often. We are gathering a few friends together to bring them along in July and we always spread the word on how great you are and that if people enjoy live music then you are the guys to see. Can't wait to see you all luv Jo and Matt |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | hEY MARC
yIIIIPEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE you've made me a very happy Easter bunny! Are you not on the page already? I need to fix that - been going thru all my old fotos, so leave it with me..... Give Eve a massive hug for me, can't wait to see you both in July!! xoxo |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | Del Mar, California |
| Comments: | Hi Paul, Helen, Jed and Sharon ... though it's not confirmed we might start performing in the UK in Bristol at the Tunnels on July 1st ... I think the Sage is happening on the 16th ... I know we're confirmed in Brighton again, and is Maidstone near Sussex? We'll be there on July 13th ... I'll have to look at a map ... our agent is still putting together our summer tour so check out our 'Tour' page for updates ... looking forward to seeing you all again, and maybe we'll make Helen's Facebook 'musician photos' page:) |
| Name: | Jed & Sharon |
| E-mail address: | gsx1400k2@hotmail.com |
| Location: | East Sussex, UK |
| Comments: | Hey Guys - hope all's well with everyone. As the year is slowly slipping by we're now starting to cross our fingers ever more tightly in the hope that a Sussex date is going to be announced for the summer visit. We know you love Brighton - we've spent time with you at The Komedia a couple of times, then there was Sharpethorne and of course Eve and Marc's really fantastic, intimate gig last year at The Greys. If we have to travel further afield we will, but would much prefer to have you back on Sussex soil ! Hope to hear some great news soon. All good wishes. Jed & Sharon. |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| Comments: | Still no NorthEast date for July 2010 :-( Please say one is coming, guys. If Sage etc no go, how about The Arc, Stockton as plan b?
big hugs to all, xoxo |
| Name: | Paul Heyburn |
| E-mail address: | xiiipaul@yahoo.co.uk |
| Location: | Bristol, England |
| Comments: | Hi, please would it be possible for Eve and Mark to play in Bristol England during the summer trip to the UK. Carrie and I always travel to two or three uk gigs per tour but spine injury means this year I will have to stay closer to home.
Hope it happens, possible venues for Eve style intimate yet lively gigs are The .Tunnels, The Fleece or St Bonaventures. Thanks for many great gigs and heres to many more. |
| Name: | MARCO |
| E-mail address: | MAIKPALERMO@LIVE.IT |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | Del Mar |
| Comments: | Happy to know we're spreading Christmas cheer all the way across the country in beautiful Atlanta ... I have a very fond memory of playing there with Eve during the holidays in 1992 when she and our other singer Mattie belted out Rudolph in a crowded Denny's filled with college students at 2 in the morning and actually got them to sing along! |
| Name: | Lanny Gilbert |
| E-mail address: | morsefan1@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Atlanta, GA |
| Comments: | I was walking through Perimeter Mall today (it's on the North Side of Atlanta, GA) barely paying attention to the music being piped into the mall. Then, all of a sudden I hear this amazing voice. I looked at my wife and said "That's Eve Selis!" Lo and behold, it was When Wishes Come True off the Christmas CD.
So, somebody besides me in Atlanta is a big fan! Wanted to share the joy! Merry Christmas, y'all! |
| Name: | Ron |
| E-mail address: | ronace2477@sbcglobal.net |
| Location: | Los Angeles |
| Comments: | We are going to be vacationing in San Diego late in the year. Is there ANY chance you will be performing December 28th, 29th or 30th?
Thanks. |
| Name: | Larry Grano |
| E-mail address: | GranoLarry@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | Thanks to everyone who brought offerings to the birthday boy last Saturday.
It was very nice to have friends, old and new, show up. Hope to see you at the next show ! Larry |
| Name: | Jonathan Rabett |
| Location: | UK |
| Comments: | Eve Selis Review
Maverick Live at The Loft, Maidstone, Monday, July 20 I could start this review with superlatives and hyperbole but quite simply this was on top of the best performances I’ve seen in many years listening to live music. No big production, effects or lighting, merely Eve and Marc taking their music into that special ‘zone’ usually the reserve of record breaking sportsmen. Eve explains pointing to her chest ‘the soundman took me to that special place where I could fully exploit my voice and sing and sing’. Returning to where it all began in UK back in 2003, ‘it’s like coming home’ Eve tells the Maverick Live audience at the Loft in Maidstone. Referring back to the very first gig and tour in the UK, which Bob Harris rated in his top three best ever gigs. Coming at the end of 16 dates in 21 days and many miles travelled there was not the slightest indication of vocal fatigue or weariness. Instead the audience were witness to two sets of the very best of Eve Selis. Eve was in absolutely fantastic shape and surely the envy of many younger female singers. Looking stunning in an above knee light colourful dress and the snazziest of cowboy boots and sporting pink hair extensions to show her support for breast cancer charity. Touring as a duo for a second consecutive time in the last 12 months with long time musical partner of 18 years Marc ‘Twang’ Intravaia, who is quite simply the most sublime guitarist capable of making six strings transform into a whole band. They are a formidable combination able to capture and energise a Monday night’s audience and send them away knowing that they had been a part of something special. The eighteen song set was inspired from the opening Far from Home to the fun karma song Rubber and Glue, finding just the right blend of melancholy in the moving and powerful new song Cry. Certain songs like the Patty Griffin penned Goodbye being off limits following the pain of losing her father to pancreatic cancer in May. Eve tells the audience, ‘It was a song I needed to write, Marc came up with this fantastic melody, I wanted to write a song about not wanting to cry but I was too close to it, we had some help with the lyrics from Kim McLean, then when you sing it, it just makes you want to cry, free therapy!’ Another new song, Sink or Swim written by good friends and highly respected San Diego musicians Jeff Berkley and Calman Hart was inspired by a true story about a sheriff evacuating his town onto higher ground to escape flood waters, but going back to look for a group of teenagers not knowing they had gone round the other way. The last message on his walkie-talkie was ‘here comes the water’. Eve’s intro and scene setting gives the song poignancy and identity. Its delivery, uncluttered by unnecessary lyrics, weaves through the heartbeat bass of the melody. One day at a time inspired by a close friend’s fight with breast cancer, deals with coping with the treatment. Also, as Eve tells the audience, ‘how do you get to live to a hundred? one day at a time!’ Pocket full of stones one of the most requested and a particular favourite of Eve’s from the NOTHING BUT THE TRUTH CD about a little boy and old man and their chance meeting on a street and the sweetness from listening to an innocent child who wants to make someone happy. Throughout the two sets, Eve and Marc find the right balance of songs and intros to maintain continuity and hold the audience with a helping of humour to keep the mood and add to the entertainment. ‘We’ve had one or two requests during the interval but we’re going to keep playing! I try this every other gig to see if it will get a laugh! We just so grateful to be working musicians, we’re not in it for the money, otherwise we’d have quit long ago!’ Special mention must be made for Marc’s long intro to That’s Enough. Teased by Eve for not talking, Marc holds the audience with his story about Walter Cronkite, the CBS broadcast journalist who passed away three days earlier. ‘We were playing at a corporate convention in 2003 about a month before Bush attacked Iraq. Walter Cronkite was hired as the key note speaker to give an inspirational talk to an audience full of Republicans, instead he went off on the Bush administration saying that he knew many of the politicians personally and they were all against the war but were afraid for their jobs. We were back stage watching the organisers running round trying to get him off and shut him up but he was Walter Cronkite and was going to say his piece. Boy did we respect him for this, so we wrote this song with Doug Crider in Nashville to say that was important to us too.’ Playing without a set list, Eve and Marc prefer to blend new songs with familiar and prior audience requests covering the back catalogue. This way the set is different each time and everyone gets to hear a particular favourite. The audience are always important to the performance. Eve explains, ‘new songs evolve, ‘you can tell when someone is giving a song lip service. If they don’t believe in it, why should I. It’s very humbling when somebody comes up and says one of my songs changed their life. It’s the ultimate compliment.’ Eve continues, ‘Marc and I finally got our act together, as we’re often asked if we have anything available like we have just played, so we recorded a duo CD about a month ago. Some brand new songs and some of our favourite cover songs and it’s cleverly titled 10 SONGS ON SIX STRINGS.’ As always, Eve and Marc are so gracious and appreciative of all who have supported past and present including special thanks to those not on the payroll. It was the end of the road for now ‘but we’ll be back, early next summer.’ Can’t wait! Jonathan Rabett‘ |
| Name: | JO CLEOBURY |
| E-mail address: | jocleobury@hotmail.com |
| Location: | LEICESTER,ENGLAND |
| Comments: | Eve,I hope the rest of your tour went well. just wanted to let you know that your cd's are the only music ive played since i saw you perform in the musician pub,leicester.You dedicated a song for me to Teresa,remember? The song "cry" has come to mean so much to me,the words are now imprinted on my heart and even though Teresa never heard the song whilst she was alive, it is now our song. Once again thankyou for your kindness,I hope you and your family are coping with the loss of your father,he looked a genuine lovely man from his photo.
keep your bobber up babe, love jo xxx |
| Name: | Mark Sydenham |
| E-mail address: | marksydenham@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | Hi Eve & Marc,
We were utterly blown away by you at the Loft, Kinloss! Beatifully crafted and presented songs. Such warm, genuine & funny people too. :) Very nice to see you in a small and intimate venue. What a fabulous night. Can't wait to see you again! Big up to Tish & Daz for getting you here! Please come back soon! Love & very best wishes! Mark & Shona xx |
| Name: | Ivor |
| E-mail address: | ivor@g6urp.co.uk |
| Location: | Solihull, UK |
| Comments: | Hi guys, what can I say, great to see you both again, sorry the band (especially Larry..!!) couldn't make it, but hopefully next time..! Did I get the tour record of the most shows attended..??!!!
Marc, please pass my details onto Sharon, would love to have a long chat with her about cats ;-) Hope you have a good flight home, see you soon..! Ivor |
| Name: | John Hooley |
| E-mail address: | jtfhooley@hotmail.co.uk |
| Location: | Northampton, UK |
| Comments: | Hi Eve,
Came to see you on Sunday 19th July 09 at Buckingham. You were truly great and i was only disappointed not to have seen you afterwards for a picture and signing of CDs. Will come back on your next UK tour in 2010 to see your fantastic act. What a fabulous voice you have and the song you sang about the loss of your Father was truly moving for sure. Best of luck with the rest of the tour, i was sitting on the LHS about middle so had a good view of you on stage. Best Wishes, John Hooley. |
| Name: | Helen & Robin Boyce |
| E-mail address: | h.boyce@sky.com |
| Location: | Halesowen, West Midlands. |
| Comments: | Hello Eve & Marc,
Thank you for such a wonderful evening of good music you gave us at the Robin 2 in Bilston. We have been to see you a few times with or without the hole band and everytime we come away having really enjoyed the evening along with our purchase of CD's which you so kindly sign. We wish you well with the rest of your tour and look forward to seeing you hopefully next year. |
| Name: | AndyHickman |
| E-mail address: | andyhickman@live.com |
| Location: | westbromwichEngland |
| Comments: | Hi first time i came to watch you was @ Bilston robin2 ,cannot wait to see you and mr Twang. so good to hear a proper singer ! best wishes ,Andy. |
| Name: | andy hickman |
| E-mail address: | andyhickman@live.com |
| Location: | west bromwich england |
| Comments: | Hi Eve and mr. Twang, how you both doing ? Eve i would open any door for you because your worth it ! Andy. |
| Name: | andy hickman |
| E-mail address: | andyhickaman@live.com |
| Location: | west bromwich england |
| Comments: | Hi Eve how you doing, still think you are better than Alison Krauss. Cant wait to see you again @ Bilston robin 2. Regards Andy |
| Name: | Kelvin |
| E-mail address: | kelvin.sawkill@sky.com |
| Location: | Lie-ses-ter |
| Comments: | Just got home after your gig at The Musician, in Leicester. 4th time I've seen you, with band and without, but as always absolutely excellent! Nashville's loss is our gain! I do feel I should apologise because Leicester audiences may seem a bit reserved? But hopefully you know by now that we love you and your music. As an aspiring guitarist, Marc is an inspiration to me! and I hope he appreciates just how much of a part he is of what we look forward to each time you come to Leicester - you two are such a fantastic partnership! You said that the economic crisis had prevented you bringing the band this time - if it makes a difference I'll happily pay more on the door. Thanks for a glorious evening, great musicianship - Man that boy can play and jeez that girl can sing - a joy and a privelage and I can't wait for your next visit :-) |
| Name: | Addie |
| Comments: | hey how are you. you and Mark were fantastic at the Kinloss Loft. I listen to your cds every day. take care. love Addie x |
| Name: | northern paul |
| Location: | gt dunmow |
| Comments: | hey Eve ,marc gr8 to see you in bury again ! great gig! and my friend tracylee really enjoyed it to!! the beer wasnt bad either!! me and xl planning a visit if we can to the USA if we can afford it! to see all the band again! take care xx |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | Thanks so much for the kind comments regarding our performance the other night at the Cluny ... Eve and I always enjoy performing in the Newcastle area and everyone goes out of their way to make us feel welcome there ... and Chris, 48 isn't so bad right? I'm about to turn 53 and the last 13 years have been the best of my life ... love and music will keep you young at heart.
Cheers, Marc |
| Name: | Mark & Aimee |
| E-mail address: | m4rkb@aol.com |
| Location: | Stockton on Tees |
| Comments: | Great show at the Cluny, Newcastle, it's my second time seeing you live (1st was at Sage, Gateshead) my wife Aimee saw you at the Americana too.
We had a brilliant night and really enjoyed your show, cannot wait for your next tour. Best Wishes M&A |
| Name: | Chris Beetham |
| E-mail address: | chrisbeetham@yahoo.com |
| Location: | UK - Newcastle |
| Comments: | What can I say? I saw you first outdoor at The Sage, then indoors at the same venue. Now for the third time at the Cluny and it got even better! A marvellous performance from Eve and Marc that I enjoyed immensely and left very happy grinning from ear to ear.
My partner bought the tickets as a birthday present (I was 48 sadly on the same day as the show) and like me was mightly impressed - and it made my day. Absolutely brilliant - thank you very much Chris |
| Name: | Northern Paul |
| E-mail address: | paulhilts@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Great Dunmow |
| Comments: | Hey Marc ! Eve ! Me and XL coming to see you guys at Bury Met tomorrow!! Dont be late will you? HAHA Cant wait!! |
| Name: | Addie |
| Comments: | hey how are you? been litening to your cds and thay are lovely. I sing and I did 2 cds with Tish and thinking about doing another cd. from Addie x |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Hey Northern Paul ... good to hear from you ... Eve and I are looking forward to catching up with you and XL! |
| Name: | Jahmal O'Neil |
| E-mail address: | jahmal.oneil@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Ft. Sill, OK |
| Comments: | Eve, I first saw you in Julian, CA in late July or early August 2003. My friends and I went for the apple pie and stayed until you and your band were done. I'd never heard "Son of a Preacher Man" sang in such a way before or since. I bought "Long Road Home" and "Do You Know Me?" immediately.
I'm in the military and I do a LOT of traveling, but I always took your CDs with me. I've since added them to the iPod, and have all but stopped buying any CDs anymore. Please make your music available on iTunes. I refuse to illegally download music from somebody whose work I love, but CDs get damaged or lost too frequently. Plus, the iTunes path might be great for exposure! I love what you do, Eve. Don't EVER, EVER, EVER stop what you're doing! Thank you |
| Name: | Northern paul |
| E-mail address: | paulhilts |
| Location: | Gt dunmow |
| Comments: | Hey eve and marc been a long time!! Cant wait to see you guys again and hear your great music! Hopefully on the 4th july!! And have a few beers! If not then up in Bury. have a safe trip and take care! Love to all the band!
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| Name: | Chris |
| E-mail address: | chrisrall@cox.net |
| Location: | La Mesa CA |
| Comments: | Your guys are one of my very favorites. I would like to learn some of your songs. How about posting some charts or tabs for downloading on your website. Immitation is the sincerest form of flattery. Thanks, Chris |
| Name: | Marie-Ange |
| E-mail address: | ma_rakotoniaina@yahoo.fr |
| Location: | France |
| Comments: | Dear Eve Selis and all the band,
(this is a small mail I sent to you a few months ago... but didn't know if you got it well.. so here it is again :) My name is Marie Ange and I live in the western France in a beautiful little town called Cand. I got your new cd a few months ago and I just wanted to let you know how much I enjoy it. I am grateful and happy everytime I hear it, not to mention the lovely art cover and booklet. One of my favorite song is 'One day at a time' (meaningful lyrics!), I also love 'The Gift', and other songs especially speak to me. I appreciate the positive message in each song. I'm so happy to have discovered such a nice artist and band... I've seen you've been touring in the UK...I just hope you will come soon in France someday. God has really given you such a beautiful voice and gift. Keep on this way... Be blessed! Kind regards, Marie-Ange. |
| Name: | Mark |
| E-mail address: | shepherdsaver@rochester.rr.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.facebook.com/home.php#/profile.php?id=567768531&ref=profile |
| Location: | Rochester, NY |
| Comments: | Hi Eve,
I moved back to the east coast four years ago and one of the things I miss most about San Diego is seeing you and the band perform. I fell hook line and sinker the first time I saw you at Borders. I can't remember how many times I saw you perform coffee shops, Humphrey's etc). It is so great to see you guys are still going strong. I still visit your website and keep tabs on what you are up. I promise when I come to San Diego for a visit I will come and see you perform. Keep up the great work! Your #1 fan, Mark Rimmer |
| Name: | Dale |
| E-mail address: | dale.foster@roadrunner.com |
| Location: | North Idaho |
| Comments: | Eve,
I watched Farah's Story on TV this week -- and I have a new respect for that woman. Was that your song at the end of the show? Dale |
| Name: | Kevin Stevens |
| E-mail address: | spudospam@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Dubuque, IA 52001 |
| Comments: | I got to see Eve and the band when I was in San Diego in 1998 and they signed my Out on a Wire CD. They were awesome. I am returning to San Diego in late September 2009, I hope I can catch a show again! Thanks for all the great music and memories. |
| Name: | Kevin Stevens |
| E-mail address: | spudospam@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Dubuque, IA 52001 |
| Comments: | I got to see Eve and the band when I was in San Diego in 1998 and they signed my Out on a Wire CD. They were awesome. I am returning to San Diego in late September 2009, I hope I can catch a show again! Thanks for all the great music and memories. |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | South Shields, England |
| Comments: | Marc,
Just to ask a favour - your emails keep bouncing back so can you please send me one and see if I can get it to work as a reply? In the meanwhile, PLEASE will you just give Eve a massive hug for me; you know why. if you get the email to come through I'll send you a proper message but in the meanwhile, that's my request. Thanks, Marc. Much love across the pond to all Helen (Hellie) xoxox |
| Name: | Jed and Sharon |
| E-mail address: | gsx1400k2@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Sussex, UK |
| Comments: | Just visited your website with fingers firmly crossed that you'd have added some more UK dates and found the FANTASTIC news that you've booked a Brighton date - and at one of our favourite little pubs ! We were worried we'd have a longish journey ahead of us this year, (which we would have made), but nope, it's all good ! See you at The Greys in July. All best wishes. Jed & Sharon. |
| Name: | Cindy Consaul |
| E-mail address: | lconsaul@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Yuma, AZ |
| Comments: | Eve: I talked to you at Amy and Brendon's house Sat. night about coming to Yuma. I hope you will consider it -- need to check one thing for a place but think the club house at La Quinta would be the best bet. I have already talked to several people here and there is a definite interest. In fact, Dan took your CD to work and is playing it as I write. I am thinking about late Sept. or early Oct. And, if you decide to spend the night, we are working on accommodations for you. I am fairly certain we would have at least 60-80 people. Let me know. |
| Name: | Cindy Consaul |
| E-mail address: | lconsaul@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Yuma, AZ |
| Comments: | Eve: I talked to you at Amy and Brendon's house Sat. night about coming to Yuma. I hope you will consider it -- need to check one thing for a place but think the club house at La Quinta would be the best bet. I have already talked to several people here and there is a definite interest. In fact, Dan took your CD to work and is playing it as I write. I am thinking about late Sept. or early Oct. And, if you decide to spend the night, we are working on accommodations for you. I am fairly certain we would have at least 60-80 people. Let me know. |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.fatea.co.uk |
| Comments: | Hey
Just realised I never posted this up - was my review for Fatea of last gig at The Sage. Eve Selis with Elizabeth Cook @ Hall 2 of The Sage, Gateshead - July 27th 2008 - part of Gateshead Sage and Jumpin Hot Clubs 2008 SummerTyne Americana Festival weekend. Opening the show was Florida raised, 21st century honky tonk girl, Elizabeth Cook. Recognising that many of us in the audience had already seen her outside on the free stage a couple of hours earlier, she promised us shed change up the set and throw in a few surprises. Backed by husband and ace songwriter Tim Carroll, Elizabeth effortlessly won the audience over with a selection of tracks from her current album Balls, including the title track which she preceded by saying Here is the song that started it all. Lets hope it doesnt end it too. This is for all the women out there and for their partners - I guess they can learn something! This sense of humour prevailed throughout the set and soon had the audience feeling theyd known Ms. Cook for a long time. Surprisingly, Elizabeth is also a talented clogger, changing her shoes (whilst joking she wouldnt disconnect all of Tims cables as she had outside earlier when she erroneously danced on a switch!) and clogging all over the stage whilst Tim played one of his fabulous songs, TGV. I have to admit I saw Elizabeth open for Wine Women and Song last year and I just wasnt sure. This time she totally won me over and left me wanting more. I think she has grown in confidence and found her niche. She sings Honky Tonk like any of her older counterparts, citing Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn as two of her greatest influences, yet adds a modern twist for a new generation. However, for me, she shines when she puts her beautiful Southern voice to a ballad; sung live Down Girl (which gains a whole new meaning when you know it was written about a close friend), Sunday Morning (made famous by Velvet Underground), Before I go that Far and her haunting cover of Merle Haggards Today I Started Loving You Again, were the highlights of the set. One of her most striking ballads, Mamas Prayers, was a notable omission but she later mentioned that her mother had recently passed away, which more than explains its absence. She did, however, take requests, which pleased the audience, and treated us to the first song she ever wrote in which she asks Dolly Parton if she ever found it so hard to make it. Very apt since Elizabeth certainly brings to mind Dolly, in sound, appearance, and her life story! Suffice it to say, Elizabeth Cook certainly proved that she has talent aswell as balls and if this performance is any reflection I dont think she will be an opening act for much longer. As self dubbed Queen of Roadhouse Rock, Eve Selis took to the Stage to rapturous applause, it occurred to me that just two years ago more or less to the day, she was playing the free outdoor Festival stage and now she had almost sold out Hall 2. Testament I think to what this incredible woman has to offer. The first thing that has to strike anyone, is the huge smile lighting up Eves face as she takes to the stage; her sheer joy to be on stage sharing what she loves to do, and to be back in a venue she loves, cannot be disguised. Backed by her incredible band, Marc Twang Intravaia, Jim Cactus Soldi, Larry Grano and Rick Nash (with the notable absence of Sharon Whyte this trip), Eve launched into a rousing version of Angels and Eagles from the new CD of the same title, which pretty much set the precedent for the show. (The song was written by the amazing Kim McLean aka Kim Patton Johnston and I keep hoping one day Eve will twist her arm into coming to play with them.) As Eve treated us to song after song from her earlier albums; Heart Shaped Tatoo, Russellville, Mr Lincoln, Those Words we Said and a collection of songs from the new album; Cryin Days, Better Days, Street I grew up on, One day at a Time and Thats Enough, Marc and Jim regularly traded electric guitar solos, so fast you could hardly keep up with who was playing. All the while they were exchanging knowing smiles whilst Eve danced around the stage between them. Nobody would have believed, had they not known, that only just over a year ago she gave birth to baby boy, Henry, and last time she graced this stage she was six months pregnant. She commented that it was almost impossible to believe that this was the case, nor indeed that the first time she played here in 2006, she didnt even have him. Eves ease with the audience is incredible, she chats and jokes from the stage as if we are all old friends she hasnt seen in way too long. Cactus Jim used to play with Johnny Cash, so it is only right that we should get the token Cash song a rockin version of Folsom Prison Blues which had the audience clapping along and tapping their feet. I got my request when she slowed ther pace for a stunning rendition of the ballad, Pocket Full of Stones, which I suspect hardly left a dry eye in the house. One of the truly unique things about Eves performance is how she uses her hands as she sings, to draw the audience in to her space on stage, and to almost tell the story with her actions. Nowhere is it more powerful than during this song as Eve holds up imaginary stones as she is singing about them. Americana sign-language?! In four or five performances now over the past couple of years, I have never seen Eve and the band so tight. They were literally on fire throughout this show, working on a totally intuitive level, which was a joy to witness. Obviously, this being the final show of the tour they are now adept at mind reading, and whilst you may expect them to be exhausted by now, they literally gave it all they had for almost two hours. When Eve talked about leaving for home, you could tell it was bittersweet sad to be leaving the UK which they have obviously grown to love, but she was desperate to get home to baby Henry! Clearly they were on a high after a great tour and that really came across very powerfully. Towards the end we heard The Gift, written about Marcs son. Eve told us that her agent was present and getting married in a few weeks and theyd chosen to play 1000 Kisses. She said at first this seemed an odd choice as it was penned about Henry, but she was beginning to see it could have other meanings. Ending the set very fittingly with Passin Thru, she suddenly stopped and gave them a chorus of 1000 Kisses, which was a nice gesture. Returning for an encore we got three songs capped off with her stunning cover of the beautiful Gram Parsons song, She, a song for which her lemonade and whiskey voice could have been made, then left the stage to thunderous applause and went to spend almost two hours mingling and signing autographs until everyone had left; further testament to what a lovely lady she is. There is no doubt that the sound of Eves songs were ringing in everyones ears long after the curtain went down and she has left nobody in any doubt of two things; 1) She will be Passin Thru again very soon and 2) To quote that Gram Parsons song, My but she sure could sing; Oh yes she sure could sing. |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.fatea.co.uk |
| Comments: | Hey
Just realised I never posted this up - was my review for Fatea of last gig at The Sage. Eve Selis with Elizabeth Cook @ Hall 2 of The Sage, Gateshead - July 27th 2008 - part of Gateshead Sage and Jumpin Hot Clubs 2008 SummerTyne Americana Festival weekend. Opening the show was Florida raised, 21st century honky tonk girl, Elizabeth Cook. Recognising that many of us in the audience had already seen her outside on the free stage a couple of hours earlier, she promised us shed change up the set and throw in a few surprises. Backed by husband and ace songwriter Tim Carroll, Elizabeth effortlessly won the audience over with a selection of tracks from her current album Balls, including the title track which she preceded by saying Here is the song that started it all. Lets hope it doesnt end it too. This is for all the women out there and for their partners - I guess they can learn something! This sense of humour prevailed throughout the set and soon had the audience feeling theyd known Ms. Cook for a long time. Surprisingly, Elizabeth is also a talented clogger, changing her shoes (whilst joking she wouldnt disconnect all of Tims cables as she had outside earlier when she erroneously danced on a switch!) and clogging all over the stage whilst Tim played one of his fabulous songs, TGV. I have to admit I saw Elizabeth open for Wine Women and Song last year and I just wasnt sure. This time she totally won me over and left me wanting more. I think she has grown in confidence and found her niche. She sings Honky Tonk like any of her older counterparts, citing Dolly Parton and Loretta Lynn as two of her greatest influences, yet adds a modern twist for a new generation. However, for me, she shines when she puts her beautiful Southern voice to a ballad; sung live Down Girl (which gains a whole new meaning when you know it was written about a close friend), Sunday Morning (made famous by Velvet Underground), Before I go that Far and her haunting cover of Merle Haggards Today I Started Loving You Again, were the highlights of the set. One of her most striking ballads, Mamas Prayers, was a notable omission but she later mentioned that her mother had recently passed away, which more than explains its absence. She did, however, take requests, which pleased the audience, and treated us to the first song she ever wrote in which she asks Dolly Parton if she ever found it so hard to make it. Very apt since Elizabeth certainly brings to mind Dolly, in sound, appearance, and her life story! Suffice it to say, Elizabeth Cook certainly proved that she has talent aswell as balls and if this performance is any reflection I dont think she will be an opening act for much longer. As self dubbed Queen of Roadhouse Rock, Eve Selis took to the Stage to rapturous applause, it occurred to me that just two years ago more or less to the day, she was playing the free outdoor Festival stage and now she had almost sold out Hall 2. Testament I think to what this incredible woman has to offer. The first thing that has to strike anyone, is the huge smile lighting up Eves face as she takes to the stage; her sheer joy to be on stage sharing what she loves to do, and to be back in a venue she loves, cannot be disguised. Backed by her incredible band, Marc Twang Intravaia, Jim Cactus Soldi, Larry Grano and Rick Nash (with the notable absence of Sharon Whyte this trip), Eve launched into a rousing version of Angels and Eagles from the new CD of the same title, which pretty much set the precedent for the show. (The song was written by the amazing Kim McLean aka Kim Patton Johnston and I keep hoping one day Eve will twist her arm into coming to play with them.) As Eve treated us to song after song from her earlier albums; Heart Shaped Tatoo, Russellville, Mr Lincoln, Those Words we Said and a collection of songs from the new album; Cryin Days, Better Days, Street I grew up on, One day at a Time and Thats Enough, Marc and Jim regularly traded electric guitar solos, so fast you could hardly keep up with who was playing. All the while they were exchanging knowing smiles whilst Eve danced around the stage between them. Nobody would have believed, had they not known, that only just over a year ago she gave birth to baby boy, Henry, and last time she graced this stage she was six months pregnant. She commented that it was almost impossible to believe that this was the case, nor indeed that the first time she played here in 2006, she didnt even have him. Eves ease with the audience is incredible, she chats and jokes from the stage as if we are all old friends she hasnt seen in way too long. Cactus Jim used to play with Johnny Cash, so it is only right that we should get the token Cash song a rockin version of Folsom Prison Blues which had the audience clapping along and tapping their feet. I got my request when she slowed ther pace for a stunning rendition of the ballad, Pocket Full of Stones, which I suspect hardly left a dry eye in the house. One of the truly unique things about Eves performance is how she uses her hands as she sings, to draw the audience in to her space on stage, and to almost tell the story with her actions. Nowhere is it more powerful than during this song as Eve holds up imaginary stones as she is singing about them. Americana sign-language?! In four or five performances now over the past couple of years, I have never seen Eve and the band so tight. They were literally on fire throughout this show, working on a totally intuitive level, which was a joy to witness. Obviously, this being the final show of the tour they are now adept at mind reading, and whilst you may expect them to be exhausted by now, they literally gave it all they had for almost two hours. When Eve talked about leaving for home, you could tell it was bittersweet sad to be leaving the UK which they have obviously grown to love, but she was desperate to get home to baby Henry! Clearly they were on a high after a great tour and that really came across very powerfully. Towards the end we heard The Gift, written about Marcs son. Eve told us that her agent was present and getting married in a few weeks and theyd chosen to play 1000 Kisses. She said at first this seemed an odd choice as it was penned about Henry, but she was beginning to see it could have other meanings. Ending the set very fittingly with Passin Thru, she suddenly stopped and gave them a chorus of 1000 Kisses, which was a nice gesture. Returning for an encore we got three songs capped off with her stunning cover of the beautiful Gram Parsons song, She, a song for which her lemonade and whiskey voice could have been made, then left the stage to thunderous applause and went to spend almost two hours mingling and signing autographs until everyone had left; further testament to what a lovely lady she is. There is no doubt that the sound of Eves songs were ringing in everyones ears long after the curtain went down and she has left nobody in any doubt of two things; 1) She will be Passin Thru again very soon and 2) To quote that Gram Parsons song, My but she sure could sing; Oh yes she sure could sing. |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Comments: | I'll Settle for The Cluny 2!!! Phew.
Nice little venue actually. Last saw Suzy Bogguss there. Can't wait to see you both in July, Eve and Marc. You have been missed! x |
| Name: | Brian Jennings |
| E-mail address: | brian.jennings@gcccd.edu |
| Location: | Alpine, CA |
| Comments: | Hey Keith and everyone in the band,
Thanks so much for all your good wishes. It really helps to have so many great people on my side. I'm so lucky to be a fan of Eve and the band. Besides the awesome music, how else would I have people half way around the world rooting for me! After 2 1/2 months I'm up and walking and in a few months I should be almost as good as new. I've been lucky enough to see the band 3 times since my accident. Every time has been an evening of pure joy. The hardest thing has been resisting the urge to dance. Next time I won't have to. I can't wait! We're all lucky to be fans of this incredible band. Not a day goes by in our house without at least one Eve disc being played. And Eve and the band are lucky to have great fans like you Keith. If you're ever in San Diego let me know and I'll buy you a pint. Brian |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Hello Helen ... our agent is working on a Newcastle date which I thought was confirmed and is on our site though I just heard he hasn't sealed the deal quite yet ... will keep you posted! |
| Name: | Jed 'n' Sharon |
| E-mail address: | gsx1400k2@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Sussex. UK |
| Comments: | Hi Guys - you're just kiddin' with the UK dates so far right ??!! You're keepin' Brighton and Sharpethorne (or anywhere else in Sussex) for a second leg later in the year right ??!! Come on, tell us Maidstone isn't the best you can do for the South of England !!
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| Name: | Marc Twang |
| E-mail address: | marc@eveselis.com |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Hi Helen ... we tried to get back to Gateshead in Nov. and weren't able to work it, and the latest from our agent is that we won't be there in July though The Sage will consider another booking in 2010 ... I say you rally the troops and give the Sage a call demanding to see Eve Selis there!
Seriously though, they've been good to us and we'll return whenever they are ready to have us back ... Got my email straightened out so feel free to give it another try. Cheers, Marc |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Nr Gateshead/ Newcastle |
| Comments: | Hey Guys
PLEASE tell me the Sage is still to be added?????? for July..... xoxoxo |
| Name: | Keith |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | Hey Brian, we're all rooting for you, so hang in there!
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| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | nr gateshead |
| Comments: | Hey Eve/ Marc
GREAT news re summer, hanme no band but makes sense and actually it'll be nice seeing the duo version as a change - you'll still rock out knowing you two!!!! hahaha. Well, not much going on here really, Marc - your email account keeps bouncing???? Much love to all You are thought of often.... xoxox |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | "Happy, Sappy, Crappy Songs" Review by Paula Twang.
We hosted HSC Songs here last night with about 50 people and it was sooooo much fun. Everyone sang along, moaned and groaned, laughed and reminisced. The show started with Muskrat Love featuring a keyboard solo in which Sharon used a digital patch to mimic rodent squeals and chirps, just like the Captain did. Speaking of Captain & Tennille, it was really funny to sing Love Will Keep Us Together now that the word "whatever" connotates a different intention these days...it really seemed so stupid. Of course we heard Feelings, I Honestly Love You, and Loving You. I was quite impressed by the audience's ability to manage the 3 part round at the end of Paul McCartney's Silly Love Songs. Eve did a great Cher impersonation while sporting blue eye shadow. Marc wore his hair in a comb over (never again-he looked like such a dweeb!). Prizes (old LP's) were awarded to people who had sent in song suggestions, with a bonus pack of Exlax to Tadd Maninno who suggested the crappiest song, Honey, by Bobby Goldsboro. A prize was also awarded to the person who correctly counted the number of times the word 'love' was sung in Yummy Yummy (26). I was a bit mortified when Marc sang Young Girl by Gary Puckett, but it was worth it for the cause. Looking forward to the next edition of Happy Sappy Crappy! |
| Name: | Tom Shoemaker |
| E-mail address: | ts5858@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Everett , Wa. |
| Comments: | Eve; I'm youre mothers cousin! I think youre music is great!!!! It has been many years since I spent time with youre family,the last time was at youre grandmothers funeral. Hi! to Salley and Hi to your dad. |
| Name: | Nancy Jennings |
| E-mail address: | nancy.jennings@gcccd.edu |
| Location: | Alpine, CA |
| Comments: | Last night's happy, sappy crappy love songs concert was great fun and very memorable. I didn't know you were taking requests, but if I had a chance I would have requested "Puppy Love" by the Osmonds and "Heartbeat; it's a Lovebeat" by Tony DeFranco and the DeFranco Family Singers. I am ashamed to admit I actually have that album in my closet.
Maybe you can play those at the next happy, sappy crappy show. I will be looking forward to it! Nancy |
| Name: | Brian Jennings |
| E-mail address: | brian.jennings@gcccd.edu |
| Location: | Alpine CA |
| Comments: | Thanks to everyone in the band for all the good wishes (and the balloon!). It helps so much to know that you care. Once again your wonderful music is helping me through one of life's rough patches. As I listen I just break out in tears of joy every so often. I can see each of you as I hear your parts. It's like you are all here with me. You are some of the angels who are all around and I'm truly the lucky one to know you. I can't leave the house yet but you can bet that as soon as I can I'll be at your very next gig.
Thanks for being such awesome people as well as such awesome musicians. You're the best. Brian |
| Name: | Brian Jennings |
| E-mail address: | brian.jennings@gcccd.edu |
| Location: | Alpine CA |
| Comments: | Thanks to the band for the good wishes toward my recovery. It helps so much to know that people care and are rooting for me. Once again your wonderful music is helping me through one of life's rough patches. As I lay here listening I realize that with friends like you and music like yours, I am indeed the lucky one! Even if I'm in my wheel chair I'll make the next Eve gig come hell or high water. Just try to keep me away!
I love you all, Brian |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Hi to the Helens, Steve and Guy, Jonathon and Lisa Redford ... thanks so much for staying in touch with us and here's the latest ...
Eve and I are looking at the July UK tour as a duo again around due to the falling Pound and high air fares ... as much as we'd love to bring some or all of the band it won't be practical financially, but we're committed to maintaining a presence over there plus it's always a blast to see you all. We'll continue to update our schedule as things develop! Cheers, Marc |
| Name: | Helen |
| Comments: | Just a note to say hi and I was thinking of you today..it was freezing and I was remembering that bitter cold february day at the Band room!!!!!!
Come back soon? Miss you xoxoxo |
| Name: | Helen, Steven and Guy |
| E-mail address: | helen@mbxproductions.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.mbxproductions.co.uk |
| Location: | Brighton, England |
| Comments: | Hello lovely people!
When are you coming back over? We miss youuuuuuuu!!!! Guy's been learning your drum parts Larry so be warned...the magic midget threatens!! Guy says "you are the best, you rock and I'm really looking forward to seeing you next". So, there you go, you have no choice. We were in the car driving to Church this morning and he was in a bit of a strop (aaaah, 3 1/2 years til he's a teenager and he's already perfected the teenage strop!) soooo we put Angels and Eagles on and..ta da...all was well in the Honda....tis a miracle. He then said that he knows the best band in the world...mmm...wonder who? Hero worship reigns in our home. Flo is moving schools now so is much happier. She's getting more beautiful by the day, lovely lovely girl. It's snowing here today...gorgeous...we love it! So, give us some dates...we need you!! Much love to you all and all your families, The Lewis Clan xxxxxxxxxx |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Near Gateshead, England |
| Comments: | Dear Eve, Marc et al
Just a note to wish you and yours a VERY happy Christmas and New Year. I am sorry didn't make Nov but I know you get it. See you in Gateshead in 09? Maybe an extra one too lol You guys are thought of often and oddly, a Mary Chapin Carpenter version of 'Bells are ringing' reminded me today that all those we love and care about whether near or far, are all for these next two days doing much the same as each other. We're closer than we think in that sense. I've been playing the Xmas cd whilst doing the tree, cards etc and it gets better every year - I swear! We need another!!! Off to Church where you will all be included in my little prayer as I light my candle over the Nativity Scene. God bless and wishing you love, health, happiness, peace and success in 2009. xoxox for Henry too Much love Happy Christmas! Helen xxxxooooo ps Happy Christmas to all Eve fans reading the boards too!! x |
| Name: | Patrick |
| E-mail address: | mr.patricksullivan@gmail.com |
| Location: | Massachusetts |
| Comments: | Marc & Eve,
Sorry to hear about Mike Peters. "Out on a Wire" is one of my favorite cds. Prayers to his family and friends. Merry Christmas |
| Name: | Lisa Redford |
| E-mail address: | lisa_redford25@yahoo.co.uk |
| Homepage URL: | http://www.lisaredford.com |
| Location: | UK |
| Comments: | Hey Eve,
I just wanted to wish you a wonderful Christmas and all the very best for a happy and fulfilling 2009. It was such an honour playing two more shows with you in London and Cranleigh and really nice to see you again. I am loving your record especially 'Angels and Eagles' and 'The Gift' just wonderful. Please send my best to Mark too and I hope to see you again and see you play live again as it's so inspiring. I am going to be in NYC a lot next year and would love to play in California too someday. All the best to you and take care, lisaxx |
| Name: | Jonathan Rabett |
| Location: | UK |
| Comments: | Eve Selis
Fall UK Tour November 13 to November 22 A second promotional tour for their excellent 2008 release Angels and Eagles (cover feature and reviewed in Maverick July 2008) took in seven venues in ten days from as far north as Elgin Red Shoes Theatre in Scotland to Cranleigh Arts Centre in Surrey. It was Eves eighth visit to the UK but only the 2nd time touring as a duo with her musical partner of 18 years Marc Twang Intravaia. Marc explains, were a little more spontaneous as a duo so we call the songs as inspiration hits. This allows us to include songs we havent played in years so no two shows are ever the same. Appealing for many people like me who like to attend more than one show. This review recalls some of the memorable moments from the four nights I attended and shares an insight on an extraordinary talent and person that is Eve Selis and the special musical partnership shared with Marc. Back home in San Diego, California, Eve is an active fundraiser for the Breast Cancer and Cerebral Palsy charities that she supports. In recognition, the City Council of San Diego bestowed a special presentation and named May 31 2008 as Eve Selis Day. Musically, this year also saw Eve win the prestigious Best Americana category in the annual San Diego Music Awards. On the family side Eve proudly tells a disbelieving audience, Ive just become a grandmother, my beautiful daughter Megan has just had a baby. makes me grandma Evie and my 18-month-old son Henry uncle Hank! Whether watching her perform or in her company one appreciates first hand that she has an aura and how appropriately named the album is although the title track Angels and Eagles is actually about growing up and flying the nest. Make no mistake Eves ability to connect with the audience, far more than stage presence, which she has in abundance, and her stunning vocal ability make her one of the most exciting and dynamic performers in the music scene. Marc Twang is a pivotal part of their musical partnership. Gifted with awesome dexterity and the ability to produce a sound that had Ian Flavell the promoter for Alterstates at the Basement in Chelmsford come out with the memorable line, wow, he has a full band hidden in that ******* box! Referring to sound emanating from his Line 6 Variax Acoustic guitar. Eve admits, we hardly ever get to play like this, as a duo, when we sit down and write the songs this is what I get to hear, this amazing guitar and the melodies flowing in and out thats how we write. Im so lucky! A first visit to the Stables in Milton Keynes, a purpose built auditorium seating some 400 people, produced the performance of the tour. Looking fabulous in a black dress Eve had absolute control of her voice and was totally at ease. She explains, the sound and atmosphere of the venue was so good I could lean back into the sound. Marc effortlessly producing some of his best sounding guitar was clearly in the zone exploiting the dynamics of the venue. It was clear that Eve and Marc enjoyed performing as much as the fortunate 300 who were treated to something special. many queuing after the show to purchase signed CDs and share their appreciation. The venue was excellent from its ample car parking to the themed American food available in the caf-bar. Particularly poignant was Eve singing Broken Things and the final number Goodbye. The emotion was powerful and feeling genuine. Speaking to her after the Stables show she explains, Ive only just been able to start singing this againit still brings a lump to my throat. Not wanting to explore further as I know both her close friend Mattie Mills from the Heroes (where Eve was singer until 1999) and her sister Gabrielle had breast cancer. At Cranleigh Eve wipes away a tear after Broken Things. After show, talking with two close friends she and Marc had spent the day with Eve explains, it reminds me of their lives that had been broken but since they found each other are now mended. The couples respective children had been introduced to the audience by Marc as best of friends before learning of a special holiday to Disney. The Chelmsford Basement gig, was memorable for the quality of the supporting Country/Blues artist Steve Curtis and local outfit Navacross. Steve inviting the excellent Joanna Eden to perform a song co-written together and Eve inviting Steve to play the Cactus Jim part on their Johnny Cash cover. At 67 Steve is as tall as his playing career long and varied. Recounting the time he wrote to Chris Rea to see if he could play guitar in the band if Robert Ahwai were ever to leave. Chris wrote back telling him that one, Robert wasnt leaving and second, to join the queue! Eve wont want to be reminded of the first time in eighteen years she had to stop and abandon a song following one gasp too many of a foul gas emanating from within the audience! After the hilarities had subsided Marc launches into The Gift! The following night there were a few grins as she sung through the opening lines of Better Days now to be known as Better Daze! The last night at Cranleigh was eventful as it was within 5 minutes from cancellation. Blacked out from 6 oclock by a power cut affecting some 300 towns and villages it was announced that the latest time the event could go ahead was 9.00pm. Although some 100 people waiting outside in 3C on the coldest night of the winter would have been happy to have an unplugged session the H&S ruled this out. Marc and Eve arrived announcing their determination to play no matter what, even if it meant grabbing a guitar and doing the show across the street in the candle lit pub. Fortunately as the deadline loomed the village blossomed into light. Within minutes the excellent singer/songwriter Lisa Redford was on stage playing an acoustic set with songs from her first three albums including the last highly acclaimed Clouds with Silver Lining. Championed by Bob Harris and building up a fan base in New York as well as UK, Lisa, herself accomplished with the guitar, told Marc after the gig if she could play half as well she would be great guitarist. Following the shortest of changeovers Eve and Marc launched into a sing along with I saw the lightno more darkness greeted with cheers and laughter from the seated audience. Eve could not believe that people had been waiting outside in 3c to see her so Marc invited the audience to call the songs. The first call Just three words caused some frantic thumbing through the sheet music as it had not been played on the tour. Demanding on vocals not yet fully warmed, Eve handled with aplomb. Angels and Eagles was next followed by the first guitar solo from Marc with a huge cheer from the audience. Many of the older songs were requested and duly played including, Those words we said, Pocket full of stones and Heart Shaped Tattoo which was the cue for Eve to expose the said tattoo to the largest cheer of the evening! Recounting the encore from the previous night at Londons Luminaire where they pretended to shuffle off stage, the set concluded with Do you Know me. Eve and Marc bid farewell remembering all the names of people to thank as they do after each show. Possessing an enviable ability to recall names of all the people he is introduced to Marc tells the audience, without you, the show would be just a sound check. These guys are some most talented musicians in the business so dont miss the opportunity to get to one (or more) of their gigs next time and support live music to keep the clubs, including Mavericks own Maidstone venue, putting on acts of this quality. Until Spring 2009 check out the current Eve Selis CD Angels and Eagles which is excellent, receiving a 4 star review in Julys issue. Jonathan Rabett 27.11.2008 |
| Name: | Sue Rowntree |
| E-mail address: | soomoo@hotmail.co.uk |
| Location: | Leeds |
| Comments: | Hi Eve & Marc,
Saw you completely by chance when you played the New Roscoe in Leeds in November. Wow you were amazing in every way. You took me from foot stomping to real tears and back again. Highlights for me were your sassy cover of Folsom Prison Blues and the beautiful Broken Things - Eve it was so clear you felt every word you sang. I also loved your version of Silent House - please record it! I had a great night and got the chance to have a quick chat with Eve - you are a truly genuine lady. I will definitely be there when you come back to Leeds - soon I hope. In the meantime I will make do with the CDs. Have a wonderful Christmas and I hope to see you in 2009. Sue x |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Hey Paul .. great to see you and Kevin in Chelmsford and no we didn't blame XL for the gas attack!
Happy to be home and looking forward to seeing you the next time around ... Larry says hello. Cheers, Marc |
| Name: | Paul Hilton |
| E-mail address: | paulhilts@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Great dunmow |
| Comments: | Hiya eve and marc!!! 3 days late!! thanks for another great evening of entertainment. Eve you looked fabulous!and sang like an angel! and you didnt look to bad either marc,what a great guitar player you are i love watching you perform!
I am informed the gas attack was not my friend XL!! Hope the rest of your tour goes well Take care Paul |
| Name: | Bob & Glo |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Treating, but not Tricking - The Haunted House Concert
Dear Paula & Marc, A sliver of a moon followed us to Manifesto Manor Halloween night. The lunar light was low. Cinnamon cider scents wafted through the home, while a threesome warbled songs of the dead and dying. Munchkins wove their way through the long-legged creatures. What a night! Thank you. We really enjoyed the music. It almost made us old duffers want to dance! Blob & Ghoulow (Bob & Glo) |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | Canterbury |
| Comments: | We've been very lucky with the weather as it's stayed in the 45-55 degree range and only rained twice though we hear that's gonna change tomorrow (Friday) ...
Elgin Scotland was fab and I use that word because we played in the same small theater as the Beatles, who at that time were billed as 'Those Love Me Do boys The Beatles' ... our GPS took us on a beautiful drive right up the middle of Scotland and the Highlands and nothing around for miles, so if we had broken down we would have been screwed, but it all worked out just fine and we saw some amazing scenery .... The audience at the Red Shoes were so warm and welcoming and we hope to return in the Spring or Summer and are grateful to Tish, Daz and Henri for bringing us all the way up there ... Another highlight was playing at the Stables in Milton Keyens ... a fine room in a sort of U shape and you walk out to the stage through the audience so the whole thing feels intimate and has a nice vibe from the get go and the sound was perfect ... we are hearing lots of comments about how Bob Harris plays us and talks about us on his show so we're thankful for that ... Played in Chelmsford last night and learned it was the first capital of England in the year 123, and also where radio was invented .... Funny story about the show in the very small Basement venue ... As we're starting Better Days someone passed gas in a very big way ... Eve and I tried to ignore it but it kept getting worse, and her little chuckle turned into a gasp and then full blown laughter and we had to stop the song ... I think we should now call the song Better Daze ... We have the day off today and are set to explore Canterbury and hang out with some friends and hit a few pubs, and then we make our way to London tomorrow and a gig at the Luminaire and finish up in Cranleigh on Saturday. Cheers, Marc |
| Name: | Ivor |
| E-mail address: | ivor@g6urp.co.uk |
| Location: | Solihull |
| Comments: | Hi Eve & Marc, sent you both an email, did you get it..? Great show in Stourbridge (thanks for the cheese & biscuits..!) sorry couldn't make any more but I've come down with some horrible bug and have been off work for two days :-(
Call me when you get the chance, ok..? Ivor |
| Name: | steve alder |
| E-mail address: | alder162@aol.com |
| Location: | northallerton, north yorkshire |
| Comments: | Hi Eve and Marc,
Just a quick thank you for a superb night in Leeds. For those who didn't turn out - you really missed out! You both were fantastic as usual and it was my great pleasure to buy you guys a drink, 'cos you earned it. My grandson will treasure his album when he grows up, and thanks again for your time and effort. please come back soon. Sincere thanks, Steve. x |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| E-mail address: | marctwang@yahoo.com |
| Location: | Scotland |
| Comments: | Hello friends ... Eve and I are in Scotland near Edinburgh and will leave for Elgin in a few hours to perform a show there tonight ...
Had a nice flight over to London and then played the same night in Stourbridge and the place was jammed packed so it was a great way to kick things off ... We're a little more spontaneous as a duo so we call the songs as inspiration hits and are playing a few songs we haven't done in years and it keeps us on our toes ... Sorry about the spammers hitting the chat page and we'll try to deal with that but in the meantime we look forward to your comments as we make our way through your lovely country. Cheers, Marc |
| Name: | Courtland Creekmore |
| E-mail address: | courtland.creekmore@gmail.com |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Hi Eve,
My friend and colleague at work, Calman Hart, said you might be able to pass on a message to Rick Nash. Calman recommended him as a bass instructor and I was wondering how to reach him. Any help you can provide would be much appreciated. Courtland Creekmore courtland.creekmore@gmail.com |
| Name: | Kathy |
| E-mail address: | kcreely@ucsd.edu |
| Location: | La Jolla |
| Comments: | Awesome show at Seaside last night! Thank you! |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Hi Lorna ... we love the Newcastle/Gateshead area and the Sage ... we'd love to come back any time but the venue and our agent felt it was too soon to return ... I think the closest we'll be to you is Leeds ... hope to see you in Nov.! |
| Name: | Kathleen |
| E-mail address: | kathyselt2@sbcglobal.net |
| Location: | Tierrasanta/San Diego |
| Comments: | Can't wait to hear you sing at Anthology Friday, Sept 26 |
| Name: | Jed and Sharon |
| E-mail address: | gsx1400k2@hotmail.com |
| Location: | Sussex, UK |
| Comments: | Guys - congratulations on yet another award !! So richly deserved. See you in November, even though you're dragging us up to London - Sussex dates again next year please !
Hope you're feeling better Eve. Cheers ! |
| Name: | Lorna McCarthy |
| E-mail address: | preciousthing71@hotmail.co.uk |
| Location: | Newcastle, England |
| Comments: | Hi Eve,
I'm really sad that your UK tour in November doesn't include The Sage, Gateshead (Newcastle-upon-Tyne). I've heard you say how much you like the venue and you have so many fans there. Why did you decide against going there this time round? Thanks, Lorna. |
| Name: | Becky Emerson |
| E-mail address: | islandbeck@sbcglobal.net |
| Location: | United States |
| Comments: | Hey there. I'm trying to contact Eve and/or her merchandise people if at all possible. I'm the manager of the Coronado Visitor Center. Our volunteer docents give tours of the Hotel del Coronado, and we also run a store connected to the Coronado Historical museum.
In concert recently I heard Eve's wonderful ballad of Kate Morgan and thought it would be a great addition to the store. Is there a CD available for us to purchase wholesale and sell in the store??? I LOVE your music. -- Becky |
| Name: | Steve Hooton |
| E-mail address: | steve_hooton@blueyonder.com |
| Location: | United Kingdom |
| Comments: | Just noticed that you played in Bury. This is my place of birth and I lived my first 17 years very close to there. Hope to see you in December. Drove the coast between LA and SFO last year and took in a gig at McCabe's guitar shop as well as seeing Jersey Boys in SFO. Visited Mammoth Lakes on the return to LA, but never saw San Diego. I'm a big west coast fan all the way to Vancouver! |
| Name: | Allison |
| E-mail address: | allastar414@yahoo.com |
| Location: | San Diego |
| Comments: | Eve, I think you are THE BEST! I listen to your latest CD everyday. It is something I will always have in my room. my favorite song is russelville. WHOOO! well, good luck!
love, Allison |
| Name: | Helen |
| Comments: | Guys
Just read updates Sorry about the money being stolen in Buckingham - that sucks. Well, I'm sure it doesn't make up for it but I am sending a big hug in it's place! Take care and see you in Nov! |
| Name: | Mike O'Neill |
| E-mail address: | 56mike@tiscal.co.uk |
| Location: | England |
| Comments: | Thanks for some great shows over here, you surely rocked the venues.Best I have seen you. What energy, great stage presence and delivery which put some of the established artists to shame. Well Done.Canot wait till you come back in November. Regards to the band of rebels.
Do you want any photos for either publishing or Your personal albums. Big Cuddle & hug Mike |
| Name: | Helen & Robin |
| E-mail address: | h.boyce@sky.com |
| Location: | Halesowen |
| Comments: | Hi Eve & Guys
Hope you had a good journey home. We wanted to thank you all for such a wonderful concert you gave at the Robin 2 in Bilston last month you made our week and we couldn't stop talking about it for days. Then to meet you all afterwards and to get your new CD (which is brilliant by the way)signed by all of you was the icing on the cake. Eve you are such a fantastic singer and a lovely lady and guys what brilliant musicians you are. Sorry to hear about your money being stolen at buckingham not what you wanted after such a good night. Thank you again for a wonderful night and we look forward to hopefully seeing you at bilston again. XX |
| Name: | Ivor |
| E-mail address: | ivor@g6urp.co.uk |
| Location: | Solihull, UK |
| Comments: | Hi guys, hope you had a good trip home and so very sorry to hear some lowlife stole your money, I too curse him..!
Glad to hear I made the tour record, actually ISTR my personal record is 6 shows back in 06 but hey, a record's a record <g> Eve, did you get my email about the CD required..? Please let me know when you get the chance. All the best, Ivor |
| Name: | Colin Downer |
| E-mail address: | colin@downer21.fsnet.co.uk |
| Location: | Colchester |
| Comments: | July 15th 2008. Special day for me. Today I am going to Norwich Arts Centre to see Eve Selis and her band once again.I saw them for the first time live in Norwich at the Arts Centre,in July 2006 and realised that life musically for me was never going to be quite the same again. I had been a fan through meeting them as a reader of Maverick Magazine,and buying albums as a result, but never had experienced the excitment and joy that a live performance from Eve and the Band could bring. So much talent on show, and everyone enjoying themselves, it was a pleasure to watch and be a part of. My second meeting with Eve and the Men in Black was at the Basement in Chelmsford on Feb 18th 2007. Very special as I got to converse with Eve, Marc, and Jim. Had photo's taken with them and even gor a song dedicated to me in memory of my brother Brian, who had died suddenly a week before. The song Goodbye (number 5 on Eve's New Album) So here I am again in Norwich waiting to see them again. What a knockout show Eve and the Guy's put on. I have to say that I am of course a very big fan, but also have to say that you would have to travel a very long way to find a band this good. Meeting up with them afterwards I was very happy to learn that they remembered me!! Eve looked fantastic, always has time for her fans, and has a warmth about her that is real and geniune. Marc shared his ice cold lagers with Jonathan and myself, which was very welcome as it was quite hot in there. Hope Jim's cold is better. Like a true artist you would never have known he was perhaps feeling a little under the weather as his guitar playing as Marc's was superb!!. Great also to meet Rick and Larry. Well done to Eve and the Guy's. Please come back again real soon, regards Colin Downer |
| Name: | Marc Twang and Eve Selis |
| Location: | On a plane over the Atlantic |
| Comments: | Thanks to all who have signed our guest book including my big sister Linda and please keep them coming …
Tour update - July 28th - We’re on a plane headed towards home as Eve and I write this and we’re reflecting on a triumphant yet rocky ending to our month long UK tour …. Our last week in England included shows in Biltson, Buckingham, Bury and Gateshead … Bilston - The venue in Biltson was very Belly Up like (for our San Diego friends reading this), a standing only great sounding room with the added plus that the hotel is through a door to the side of the stage, and the staff even did our laundry! The show was loose and loud and we were warmly received by our audience, and we enjoyed a nice reunion with support band Highway Dave and the Varmints … An interesting phenomenon that we’ve noticed in the UK is the abundance of tribute acts there … almost every venue includes tons of bands playing the music of Pure Purple (Deep Purple), Fred Zeppelin, Dirty DC (AC DC), the Bee Gees Fever etc. and that’s cool, but then there are tribute acts for Amy Winehouse (but spelled Wynehouse), Maet Loaf (Meat Loaf), Small Fakers (Small Faces), Pink Fraud (Pink Floyd), Crowded Out (Crowded House), UB40 and anyone else you can think of … these all sell lots of tickets so we’ve decided to start an Eve Selis tribute band … with that being said please come see our James Taylor TRIBUTE show on Aug. 21st featuring Eve Selis tribute act ‘Eve Sellis‘ and Berkely Hart tribute band ‘Berklee Heart’ … Bittersweet in Buckingham - Promoter and music lover Mike Trotman brought us back to Buckingham after a successful first show there in Feb. 2007 and we managed to fill the Old Town Hall, a charming place in the very center of town … I know I sound like a broken record but again the reception was tremendous and after the show our fans lined up in a large queue to buy CDs ... the group signed all of them until most had left … And then … someone stole our money bag containing all of merchandise sales .. 525 Pounds or roughly 1000 US dollars … What a drag and an awful way to end what had been an incredible evening … Eve is sitting next to me on the plane and she just chimed in ‘ better to have played and lost than never to have played at all ‘ … anyway, Rick declared the money cursed so whoever stole it will experience the following - car problems, medical maladies, impotence (we’re pretty sure we know who it was and it’s a guy) and acne right before a big date … All that being said, we love Buckingham and all but one of the people there and look forward to returning … Bury - The Met is located in the beautiful town 'centre' (broken record again, sorry) and this was our 6th gig there since we started coming over in 2003 and a ‘favourite’ venue of ours with a topnotch staff … and yes Ivor, you broke Jonathan’s record for this tour with your 5th show … our many thanks to you … We have only played acoustically here so it was fun to crank up the guitar amps a little and rock out at the end … my guitar students back home would have been proud of my guitar duel with Cactus Bill, I mean Cactus Jim when we encored with Passin’ Thru … Our after party at an Italian restaurant was hosted by Eve’s friend John Webb and it was our chance to celebrate the end of our tour a day early (will explain later) and the food was great and abundant .. Almost too abundant as the waiter kept coming by and piling more food on our plates, and I remarked to Jim and that is was very much like that dream scene in Magical Mystery Tour where John Lennon keeps shoveling more and more pasta on Aunt Mimi’s plate while sporting an evil grin … No chance to sleep in the next morning as we had an 11:30am load in scheduled at the Sage in … Gateshead - A world class venue and a fitting way to end the tour … We performed in Hall 2 as part of the SummerTyne Festival and came very near to selling it out (upwards of 300 tickets sold) … by this time our band was playing a tighter set and we were reading each other’s minds (though I’m not sure I really want to know what’s going through drummer Larry’s mind) and could cue each other with a tiny nod of the head or eye contact … An odd thing occurred after our show when Rick came running into the dressing room frantically looking for our CD single and saying that he was being pestered by a midget woman who demanded one free and she wasn’t taking no for an answer … After a quick search he found one and ran back out without a word … I was standing next to Justin Townes Earle (son of Steve Earle and another act on the bill) and he remarked that he had run into the same lady earlier and after his 1st set she demanded an autograph … he said ‘ok and do you have a pen and paper?’ .. ‘No’ .. ‘do you have a CD for me to sign?’ … No .. ‘do you have a program?’ … ‘No, but I want your autograph and I want it NOW!’ … He said everyone at the Sage knows the midget woman … Rick then reappeared looking much relieved and told us that after all that she said she really didn’t come to see us but was there to see someone else … On to Heathrow - The reason we had our end of tour dinner the night before was due to our need to hop in the van and drive 5 hours to a Heathrow area Travelodge … we made it in at around 1am and were grateful to Jim and Rick for taking care of the driving duties … This morning we sorted out the back line gear with Josh and said so long until Nov. and then “tour angel” Rebecca drove us in our big van to the airport … as we were pulling in we heard an explosion and Larry and I were showered with glass from our ceiling vent … Rebecca hadn’t noticed a low hanging pipe in the loading/drop area … we tried to reassure her that it would have happened to one us had we been driving and that is was simply a case of bad luck … we gave her a group hug and let her know that we’d take care of it, so no worries ok Rebecca? From start to finish this has been a tour of lessons learned ... Some not so pleasant but hey… that’s life ... We always have a great time traveling and meeting new fans, and each gig we learn something new about our music and performing together ... We are grateful to the fans who tell us stories of how our music has touched their lives and we hope they know how much they have touched ours!! Till next tour and again, keep those comments coming! Love, Eve, Marc, Rick, Dandelion Jim and LARRY! (and Sharon too … awwww … ) |
| Name: | Gordon J |
| E-mail address: | gfbj@excite.com |
| Homepage URL: | http://utopia4All.org |
| Location: | Alexandria VA |
| Comments: | PS, thank you for posting the lyrics to Do You Know Me on your MySpace page. Geez, what an extraordinary song about the unsung heroes. God bless you. |
| Name: | Eddie Baker |
| E-mail address: | luckyspirit1@tiscali.co.uk |
| Location: | Cramlington |
| Comments: | Hello Eve and band
It was a truly great performance at the Sage on Sunday. You and your band rocked Gateshead the only comment i would make it wasn't long enough,i could have listened to the band the rest of the day. Eve you and your band play with so much passion and enjoy what you do,it was a pleasure to watch. May it not be too long before you grace our shores again. God bless you all Cheers Eddie |
| Name: | Peter Hymer |
| E-mail address: | sweepph@tiscali.co.uk |
| Location: | Swainby,United Kingdom |
| Comments: | I saw you for the first time at the Sage,Gateshead on 27th July 2008. I thought the set was outstanding.Your performance was fantastic. Great that you took time to sign cd's and posters. I had one cd but have now ordered all of them including the christmas cd.
Best Wishes for the future. Peter Hymer |
| Name: | Linda Combi |
| E-mail address: | linda@combi.wanadoo.co.uk |
| Location: | York, UK |
| Comments: | It was wonderful seeing all of you rocking The Sage. A fantastic performance, and I was one proud sister (of Marc Twang) and proud friend of all of you.
Enjoy your family reunions, and thank you for the music!! See you in November, Love from Linda and Peter |
| Name: | Alan Godfree |
| E-mail address: | alan.godfree@dsl.pipex.com |
| Location: | Warrington |
| Comments: | Hi Eve and the guys
Was at the Met in Bury on Saturday and you rocked! This was the fourth time that I have seen you (Cinammon Club (x2) and the Met in early 07) - the best by far. The band was really tight - I guess that is the advantage of seeing a show towards the end of a tour. It was great to hear some new stuff off the new album that is now on constant play on my iPod. Hope you had a great time in the UK and look forward to welcoming you back next time. Alan |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| Comments: | Eve,
You need to post some more piccies of Henry since we didn't get to meet him this trip! x |
| Name: | Helen Mitchell |
| E-mail address: | helenmitch@yahoo.com |
| Location: | nr Gateshead, England |
| Comments: | hey guys
Just been smiling reading the latest installment. Anyway, just wanted to say publicly that all of you today at the Sage, were on the best form I've seen you....as I mentioned to Eve it was 2 years ago on the 23rd this month you first played the Sage outside and now you are selling out Hall 2 in the Same Festival - how awesome has it been to watch that happen?! Thankyou for two great gigs (and I'm hoping that via the stone (white one is for Grace...) I was with you in spirit at those I couldn't actually be at!) Speaking of the stone - what a lovely way to have 'my song' as I now consider it - dedicated to me today - I will remember that moment always! Gareth loved you - thought you all rocked. Eve - he thought you were maybe 35 tops!!!! and Dad had to run but said thanks for a great gig. Ok, so have a safe trip home, Eve - give Henry a kiss for me and Marc please give Eve another big hug for me? Eve, thankyou...you know what for....other than just for being you.... Marc - enjoy the beach with Sam - throw a stone in the water for me..... Missing you already. See you in Nov.... Keep in touch... Lots of Gateshead love to take home with you!! Helen xoxoxox ps Eve - mentioned TV - I'm gonna email at some point this week some thoughts I had after as to tv shows/ radio.....don't know if they'll be any help but no harm me sending them..... xoxoxoxx |
| Name: | Ivor |
| E-mail address: | ivor@g6urp.co.uk |
| Location: | Solihull |
| Comments: | Hi guys,
Not posted here this tour yet so thought I'd better put that right, especially since I saw in Marc's post that someone is claiming he's attended more shows than anyone else, hey that's *my* job <g> Not up to my previous record of 6 but it's 4 so far (Half Moon Putney, The Maze Nottingham, The Musician Leicester, Robin 2 Bilston) plus I'll be at the Met in Bury so that makes 5 :-) Couldn't make any more due to work getting in the way :-( By the way thanks Eve for the electronic candle, my mum thinks it's great..! Ivor |
| Name: | Marc Twang |
| Location: | Whyteleaf |
| Comments: | Thanks so much to all who have posted on our Chat page ... The band reads them all and we're grateful for the feedback you're giving us so keep them coming!
Tour update - Today is Thursday July 24th and we're just outside of London in a town called Whyteleaf .... seems like we've been on the run from the very moment we touched down at Heathrow and all is a bit of blur but we'll do our best to catch up ... July 16th - Leicester at the Musician - As Joni Mitchell said ' life is for learning' and we're learning to request a hotel outside of the town center as we tried to sleep to the soothing sounds of sirens all night long ... Larry calls this type of sleeping doing the Tuna - Flop on your left side and then on your right and back again ... Leicester itself is an incredibly friendly town where people are kind and helpful, and the show was a barn burner ... if our wonderful audience had it's way we would have played all night, but we finally wound things down after 2 encores and then hit the bar to meet some very cool people and share a pint ... July 17th - Brighton - Eve's favorite for shopping and us guys love the pubs ... it's a very eclectic place where you can sit in a cafe off the street and people watch all day long ... The show was a little different than most ... we hit the stage very showbiz style (and here she is! EEEEEEVE SELIS!) and drummer Larry announces he left his stick bag backstage and promptly marches off to much laughter ... he comes back, we're ready to hit it and Rick finds that his bass doesn't work ... while Rick does a quick fix Jim and I play One Note Samba in a soft jazz style while Eve jokes about it all ... We finally get going and play a fun set and things are tightening up on our end as we always find when we do these tours ... until the end ... We attempt to play Long Road Home at the request of our friend Gary but haven't performed this tune in at least 2 years ... Eve looks at me with her 'deer in the headlights' look and rushes off stage to grab our LRH CD and rips it open so that she can read the words as she sings ... the audience was with us and embraced the loose vibe of the Brighton set ... Back to our hotel afterwards and a reminder to stay away from the town center .... lots of 20 somethings on the street below our rooms and it seemed like they stayed out until all hours and felt the need to yell happily about the excitement of being young and intoxicated .... July 18th - Guildford - Played in a pub in the town center, and our rooms were just around the corner (of course) at the fabulous YMCA ... yes we stayed at the YMCA and might I add never again ... ok if you enjoy the whole hostel experience and sharing bathrooms with strangers ... oh, and after the gig I returned at around 1:30 in the morning and was chatting on the phone to my wife Paula when one of the staff told me I had to go upstairs because I had a midnight curfew ... I told Paula that I never expected at the age of 51 to be sent upstairs because of curfew ... the night clerk overheard me and gave me a half smile and then permission to 'party' in the lobby with my bride though she was a few thousand miles away ... The show itself was my personal favorite in that the place was packed to the rafters and people were standing mere feet from us and hanging on every word and note ... The promoter Peter was great and very accommodating (though next time Travelodge ok?)and our support band Two Fingers of Firewater was talented, knowledgeable and passionate about Americana music and country music in general ... July 20th - Owletts in Cobham - Stayed at a 16th century inn called the Leather Bottle and made famous by Charles Dickens in the Pickwick Papers (chapter 11) ... what an amazing place, quintessential England and supposedly haunted too but no ghosts to be found during our too short stay there ... our drive into Cobham was interesting in that as we proceeded further into the back country, the lanes got smaller and smaller and we're traveling in a huge 9 seat splitter van, so it was, er, a thrill a minute ... we all miss keyboard player Sharon alot, especially husband Jim, and whenever we'd pass by horses near the road we'd let out a collective 'aw Sharon' as we know she'd love this ... Gig at Owletts was outside in a big grassy field and though a little chilly we managed to keep warm courtesy of buckets of Pimms ... we kept the set very upbeat, more so than most, and it became a mini Woodstock minus the rain ... our many thanks to Roger, Claire, Chris and Diane for going through the trouble to build a stage from scratch and then hire out the finest sound and lighting crew ... oh, and did we mention that Lawrence of Arabia and Charles Dickens (he got around) stayed at Owletts? Band Society opened and we always look forward to hearing Matt, Skinny and Scott play their great original tunes ... Another band whose name I can't recall (Demented Dads or something like that) played as well and rocked hard on some Who covers .. July 21st - Sharpethore - Acoustic Sussex hosted by Martin Snowden Another gorgeous drive into the English countryside and a return to Ravenswood, where we kicked off our 2006 tour ... Prior to arriving we caught the Bluebell steam train near the venue and Jim and Rick indulged me taking lots of video of the whole thing so that I can share it with my 5 year old Sam when I get home ... needless to say I miss him like crazy but we'll be home in less than a week and frolicking on the beach in Del Mar so all is good ... At Ravenswood we were happy to see so many there and on a Monday to boot ... Jonathan brought his wife and kids and the band noted that he attended more Eve Selis shows on this tour than anyone else (Maidstone, Norwich, Brighton and Ravenswood , so thanks Jonathon and you too Lyn ... Have enjoyed a few days off in London and now we're back in the van and on our way north to Bilston ... Cheers, Marc |