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Post by waltermelon on Dec 6, 2006 5:38:39 GMT -5
it may be comforting for them to see shannons face on stage with them, there gonna see it on t-shirts on fans in the crowd anyway. i wonder how many bands have had a new singer with a tattoo of the original singer on them?
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Post by Barbara on Dec 6, 2006 10:02:01 GMT -5
That just seems weird to me. Why would they limit him on the stage. Many singers, like many other musicians play from the heart. If a shirt comes off or stays on, it's something that happens in a moment or feeling of a crowd during a show. It would just be odd, if they set "ground rules" for his performance. When he's on stage "doin' his thing", the only thoughts that should be crossing his mind is playing the best show he can. Not trying to follow a certian set of rules. By the way, lots of singers, and musicians alike, remoe their shirts on stage. Trust me, it gets hot up there. I'm not sure if you followed everything or maybe it still feels just so strange to you. I heard they don't want Travis to take off his shirt because he has a huge Shannon tattoo on his back. But yeah, why not, if all this is true I think they'll get used to it...
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Post by verbalpocketplay on Dec 9, 2006 13:32:35 GMT -5
"I was really freaked because Blind Melon has this cultlike following," Warren said. "These people never let go of Blind Melon — they are in love with Shannon Hoon — and I was like, ‘God, they're gonna hate me.' " Not that he could turn it down. this guy was the best choice. it was fate or whatever. this is probably the most informative article i've read about him (don't know if it's been posted already) www.sanluisobispo.com/mld/sanluisobispo/16129562.htm
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Post by *Sonya* on Dec 9, 2006 13:43:49 GMT -5
That's a great article, thanks for the link! It is definitely the most informative article I've read about him yet.
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Post by Barbara on Dec 9, 2006 13:47:20 GMT -5
Wow, that was a really great article!
I hope people don't hate Travis, I have a feeling he's getting A LOT more of support and good vibes than hate. I hope I'm right!
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Post by Meredith on Dec 9, 2006 14:05:55 GMT -5
Thank you so much for sharing that article, it was great! I would love to see his tattoo!
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Post by melonwheels on Dec 9, 2006 14:25:37 GMT -5
People! ... hate just can't happen here. We all are used to Shannon singing for Blind Melon , but we all know that we can't have that any longer. And... the other band members did the right thing by take'n a break after Shannon passed. Now look what we all have... Blind Melon music once again; with a singer that has the balls to take the job. He is the perfect applicant. He's young , kinda well known , and good. It takes a youthful voice to sing Blind Melon music- try and sing these songs for two hours night after night. Hey , I respect the guy for stepping up for front-man spot. But I know all us "Melonheads" are happy and ready to turn to the next page ...
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Post by *Sonya* on Dec 9, 2006 14:27:10 GMT -5
I would also love to see his tattoo. I think he's obviously right that some of the fans are going to hate him simply because he is not Shannon...that's unfortunate. I think you're right Barb that he is getting a lot of good vibes as well. It must be very surreal to be in Travis' shoes. He is a fan of Blind Melon first and foremost so it's kind of strange that people will hate him for being able to live his dream and any melonheads dream. I'm sure if the people who have a problem with him were in his situation they would have chosen the same thing that he did. What melonhead wouldn't want to jam with Blind Melon?
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Post by styckx on Dec 9, 2006 14:35:00 GMT -5
I wish travis would get his hair cut, bowl shaped, but only leave real long bangs and comb them in front of his eyes and sing emo instead, I mean, why use such good talent on good music, he should conserve his energy to the mass market of useless teenagers with no thinking ability /sarcasm people
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Post by *Sonya* on Dec 9, 2006 14:46:47 GMT -5
Why doesn't he go all out and sport a mullet...I'm sure everyone would love him for it!
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Post by styckx on Dec 9, 2006 14:51:29 GMT -5
Why doesn't he go all out and sport a mullet...I'm sure everyone would love him for it! yeah! and he can drive to shows in a ford 150 with gun rack attached to it and a confederate flag stickin up out of the tailgate
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Post by linwoodlarsons on Dec 9, 2006 18:14:00 GMT -5
Thanks for posting that. We really don't know anything about the guy, and we're all "chomping at the bit" for info. Sonya, I totally agree. i would love to see that tat. I'm sure we will eventually.
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Post by styckx on Dec 9, 2006 20:15:55 GMT -5
Even though they don't have a record deal yet, the band writes Warren a check every month so he can survive in L.A. and focus on music. They plan to resume recording after the holidays, and there are plans to tour next summer.
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Best part of the article, shows just how geniune the band is. No record deal, and paying travis so he can survive until their signed.
That my friends is what we call being human
I know a lot of melonheads here are, but, I know we can all attest most of the world isn't
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Post by Meredith on Dec 10, 2006 12:22:12 GMT -5
Even though they don't have a record deal yet, the band writes Warren a check every month so he can survive in L.A. and focus on music. They plan to resume recording after the holidays, and there are plans to tour next summer.^^^^^^ Best part of the article, shows just how geniune the band is. No record deal, and paying travis so he can survive until their signed. That my friends is what we call being human I know a lot of melonheads here are, but, I know we can all attest most of the world isn't I agree, that was the best part, Blind Melon is not only a great band to listen to, they are also a great band to admire.
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Post by waltermelon on Dec 10, 2006 14:43:32 GMT -5
"I was really freaked because Blind Melon has this cultlike following," Warren said. "These people never let go of Blind Melon — they are in love with Shannon Hoon — and I was like, ‘God, they're gonna hate me.' " Not that he could turn it down. this guy was the best choice. it was fate or whatever. this is probably the most informative article i've read about him (don't know if it's been posted already) www.sanluisobispo.com/mld/sanluisobispo/16129562.htmthanks for that link. i really enjoyed reading it !x
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