Hallo Barend en Trees,
jullie vroegen wat ik van A GOOD THING vind, dus daar gaat ie...:

ik vind de CD verrassend en toch vertrouwd, tikje jazzy, prachtig van arrangementen, maar echt te kort (ik vind 9 nummers wat weinig):

1. A GOOD THING: prachtige tekst/ mooie wisselingen van toonhoogte
2. THIS DAY ON: één van mijn favorieten/ mooi van opbouw/ openingsnummer in Het Paard in Den Haag (dus voor mij het eerste nummer ooit live gezien), waardoor het altijd speciaal zal blijven. En steeds wachten op de opbouw naar die ene zin halverwege "Is full of something other than grace".
3. NIGHT DRIVE: prachtig melancholisch nummer met net zo'n prachtig arrangement
4. DUTCHBEAT: mijn tweede favoriet/ "Said, my oh my! And the moon and the stars shine on."; zo mooi, zoals dat stukje twee keer terug komt in het nummer; alsof je even mee mag lopen door Amsterdam.
5. GYPSY DAYS: mooi, maar mij net iets te zoetsappig. De uitvoering, die ik hiervan heb gezien in Vrije Geluiden met Michiel Borstlap, vind ik overigens mooier dan die op CD. Waar is Michiel Borstlap eigenlijk gebleven op de CD? Ik kwam zijn naam alleen nog tegen bij het laatste nummer, maar hij speelt nergens mee, toch?? Terwijl er toch een tijd lang werd aangekondigd, dat ze samen een CD zouden maken en dat hij de nieuwe Brother was.
6. KNIGHT OF THE ROAD: echt zo'n autonummer/ ik wist niet dat hij zo laag kon zingen "And I'll go out with a song".
7. EVERMORE: nog zoetsappiger dan GYPSY DAYS (en dan haak ik af, sorry)
8. THE MEASURE OF A MAN: originele tekst (daar had meer mee gedaan kunnen worden in de clip)/ lekker chaotisch begin/ prachtig tussenstuk eindigend met "Even now I hear her speak" Maar de clip vond ik tegenvallen (wat een zeur hè).
9. DON'T GIVE UP ON ME: mijn derde favoriet; prachtig! Vooral ook het eind, waarbij door meerdere stemmen tegelijk wordt gezongen.

   Ben trouwens ook benieuwd, wat jullie ervan vinden.

[61]: English/Engels: An e-mail dated Saterday 21 March 2009 from Mdeb in Schiedam, the Netherlands with the subject: A GOOD THING

Hello Barend and Trees,
You asked me how I feel about A GOOD THING, so here I go...:

I think that the new Cd is surprising and still feels familiar, Little jazzy, beautiful arrangements, but way too short
(I think 9 songs are not many songs):

1. A GOOD THING: beautiful lyrics / wonderful fluctuations and variations in the pitches of the tune.
2. THIS DAY ON: one of my favorites / beautiful structure / Opening song in Het Paard (Trojan Horse) in The Hague (so for me it's the very first song I ever heard live), and that's why it will be special to me forever. And keep on waiting till the structure goes to that one line somewhere in the middle of this song: "Is full of something other than grace".
3. NIGHT DRIVE: Splendid melancholic song with just such a splendid arrangement.
4. DUTCHBEAT: my second most favorite/ "Said, my oh my! And the moon and the stars shine on."; so beautiful, how that piece comes back twice in this song; feels like you walk along with Him through Amsterdam.
5. GYPSY DAYS: beautiful but a little bit too sweet goody-goody. I think that the version I saw of this song in the tv show "Vrije Geluiden" with Michiel Borstlap is more beautiful than the one on the cd. Where did Michiel Borstlap go? I only saw his name with the last song on the cd, but he does not play anywhere, is he?? A long time they announced that they should make a cd together and that he was the new brother.
6. KNIGHT OF THE ROAD: really such a car-song / I did not know that he could sing so low: "And I'll go out with a song".
7. EVERMORE: evenmore goody-goody than GYPSY DAYS (and that's when I lose contact, sorry)
8. THE MEASURE OF A MAN: great original lyrics (they should have done more with those lyrics in the clip)/ the start is chaotic but in a nice way/ lovely interval ending with "Even now I hear her speak" I was disappointed about this clip.(Oh well, I am such a whiny).
9. DON'T GIVE UP ON ME: My third most favorite; wonderful! Especially the end, when more different voices sing at the same time.

   I am very curious to know what you two think about this new cd.

I cannot wait till next Sunday. I am also curious to know how the Maastricht concert was. See you on Sunday, Mdeb.

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[62]:An e-mail dated Saterday 21 March 2009 from TJ Hall jr. in Canton, GA (Georgia) the United States of America with the subject: From the A GOOD THING web page number 6 with reviews and comments...

Mr. Vannelli,
Barend and Trees,
Ain't no bad economy can keep me down when I I know my new Gino CD will soon be coming around! FINALLY, after waiting with breathless anticipation and the long shipping time from Denmark, my copy of "A Good Thing" arrived today in Canton, GA (USA). Brilliant!

Wonderfully crafted. I love the packaging, so cool.
I was a man of many chores on this wonderfully bright and sunny Saturday, the first day of spring. Now, my day will consist of deeply soaking in all of this new Gino music. To paraphrase "A Good Thing"- "He got a voice a smooth as silk, a set of lungs that just won't quit".

Now please bring yourself to the good ole' US of A once again. Atlanta, GA. The Tabernacle, Fox Theater, so we can take this all in live. Thank you 'o Gino for your gift!

A GOOD DAY INDEED!!
A life long fan!
TJ Hall

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[62]:An e-mail dated Saterday 28 March 2009 from KC in Washington State in the United States of America with the subject: CD

Today my friend Jeanne (Seattle) received her CD A Good Thing from Holland and she is HAPPY, HAPPY, HAPPY!! So I know at least one person ordered from your link!
Love, KC

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[63]:Another e-mail dated Friday 3 April 2009 from KC in Washington State in the United States of America with the subject: Grooves, Inc.

Hi, I received the 2 A GOOD THING CD's that I ordered on the 23th of March 2009. Very good service from Grooves, Inc. at amazon dot com in the USA. Just thought you would want to know. $37.60 for 2 CDs; amazon fee 6.64; postage 5.96 for a total of $50.20
KC

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[64]:An e-mail dated Friday 3 April 2009 from Caliope in the United States of America with the subject: "A Good Thing" is really a great thing

Hello Barend & Trees
Just received my new CD "A Good Thing" and I'm lovin' it!
I feel it is very different from what I expected but truly remarkable.
Jazzy and smooth, poetic but cool.
I think my stereo is going to have a workout with this one.
Thank you for all your great dedication to this talented soul.
Best Regards, Caliope

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[65]:An e-mail dated Tuesday 7 April 2009 from Claude and Nadine in Versailles, France with the subject: My take on A Good Thing

Hello B+T!
Well, what do I think of the songs on A Good Thing (I haven't read the poetry yet)?
And I kind of like it! I'd say it's in the same vein as Slow Love, only a little grittier.

The cd was pretty easy to listen to since, with the exception of Night Drive, I'd heard the other songs live. So here's my take song by song?

- A good thing: Pretty hot blues number, which is pretty rare (I usually find blues booooring).

- This day on: Nice stuff. I really really like the lyric.

- Night Drive: Starts as a ballad, but powers up during the last third, which isn't the best idea in my opinion.

- The Dutchbeat: Pretty fun song that sounds a little like Steely Dan. But has he really tested the local bakeries???

- Gypsy Days: A real surprise! I wasn't convinced by the song when I heard it live or on videos, but the arrangement is slightly different. The steel guitar adds a lot to it.

- Knight of the road: What was just a fun song, picked up a lot of substance since I heard it in London. Another good surprise (with AC chart potential!).

- Evermore: A disappointment here. It had serious AC hit potential, but the arrangement is too sappy for my taste.

- The Measure of a man: The beginning is a little weird (gotta cool down on those percissions, Gino!), but it's a pretty catchy pop tune made for Baby Boomers and Generation Xers!

- Don't give up on me: YESS! The power ballad we expected, with the horns and the backup singers. Might have gone even a bit more overboard on this one a la James Brown.

All in all, a pretty good album, that may suit the Black Cars-era fans. One small disappointment, though: Rosebud is dead (Boy was the London version promising!) isn't on the album. Hey maybe next time!
Take care! Claude

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[66]:An e-mail dated 31 March 2009 from Dawn S. in California, USA with the subject: Gino Vannelli

Barend and Trees,
I finally received Gino's CD and poetry book in the mail.
It took a long time to come from Holland but it was worth the wait.
I have played it every day and the more I listen to the songs the more that I love them.
This album is so different from the others. Sounds more jazzy and diversified. Wonderful words and music.

I love his poems and think some of them would be great songs. Thanks for sharing Plato because without them I would still be listening to the songs on your web site. Not bad....but the CD is better.
Thanks again for all that you do.
Have a great week and Happy Easter.
Dawn S. La Habra

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[67]:A second e-mail dated Thursday 9 April 2009 from Dawn S. in California, USA with the subject: Gino Vannelli

B & T,
I forgot to mention how great it was that he mentioned you in the credits.
Well deserved.
Dawn S.

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[68]:A message in our Gino Vannelli guestbook dated 31 March 2009 by Caliope Archon in Florida, USA with the subject: Comments about A GOOD THING

Received the cd. I love it!
When you hear Gino Vannelli, one truly knows that there still is great talent in music.
Best of luck always Gino.

Barend & Trees...thank you for all your selfless work.
Caliope

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[69]:An e-mail dated 21 April 2009 from Therese W. in the USA with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

I LLLLLLLOOOOOOOVE the man’s music.
I have been such a fan since 1975. Each time he has a new journey, I fall more and more in love with his music, And this new CD was no exception. I really love the Jazz flavor.
Best wishes to him and his endeavors. And by the way, I’m a Gemini as well – June 15 J Thanks.

Oh, and I forgot, I also loved the poetry. I will treasure it always!
Therese

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[70]:An e-mail dated 21 April 2009 from A fan in Germany with the subject: The cd-book A GOOD THING...

Thanks for the links B&T I received my Gino Vannelli package in good condition and I LOVE it too!!!!!!! Gino Vannelli quality for sure!!!!!!! I played the cd many times now and I like all 9 songs in a different way... Cannot give you my favorite yet. Yes jazzy indeed and I like the words of the dutchbeat. I will be listening for many more day and enjoy it with deep love. THANKS GINO and THANKS b&t for all the info... Maastricht was awesome despite of the sound problems.

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[71]:Another nice and funny e-mail dated 28 April 2009 from Jacques in Paris, France, Europe with the subject: the cd "a good thing" in Paris

Hello les amis,
i m very happy to inform you that in Paris last saturday i ve seen at the FNAC cd shop of Châtelet les Halles in the center of the city the last album of Gino in quantities. At the Gino Vannelli cd section i ve seen some 10 copies of "A GOOD THING" at the very good price of 19 euros but also the two last imported remastered albums (for the fanatics) :

CD one from USA "nightwalker/black cars" (+ 1 one bonus extended track of black cars) - editor friday music.
CD two from England "powerful people/ storm at sunup" - editor BGO records

Of course the good news is that the last Gino's excellent album is available easily for the fans.
So it s a parisian information i agree, but a very important news LOL LOL....
A bientôt les amis
Jacques

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[72]:An e-mail dated Thursday 30 April 2009 from Christina in Florida, USA with the subject: the new album

Hi, about Gino Vannelli's new cd:
"Dutch Beat" and "A Good Thing"... This is an amazing cast of musicians and the music is just killin'! Fans old and new should dig this one. CH

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[73]:An e-mail dated Thursday 30 April 2009 from Cynthia K. in Tacoma, Washington, USA with the subject: From the Gino Vannelli home/index web page with comments on A GOOD THING Gino Vannelli's new cd-book.

Greetings B & T,
I live near Seattle and ordered my CD from Platos. It took about 3 weeks to arrive and the US $ cost was approximately $32.00, fairly inexpensive considering the value of the cd and the interesting poems. The Music is bringing much joy in my not so perfect world right now.

It would be hard to pick one favorite off the cd, I would lean towards My gypsy days, so soulful, with such feeling, hopefully we can all relate to the beauty of the song. My husband is a songwriter and I am of course his biggest fan, but we are both huge Gino fans. I hope that Gino will have a concert near here soon, we are 1 hour from Seattle and 2 hours from Portland. My husband's band has performed at the Triple Door in Seattle, and there is Jazz Alley in Seattle and Jazz Bones in Tacoma, I think our musical community and fans would be very supportive and extremely happy to be able to hear Gino share his new Music. Again, the cd is joyful and I play it all day at my company, my employees are becoming Gino fans too! I appreciate the updates and all of the info. I wish I could return the favors!
Sincerely.
Cynthia K. Tacoma, Wa.

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[74]:An e-mail dated Thursday 30 April 2009 from Theresa in the USA with the subject: From the Gino Vannelli home/index web page with comments on A GOOD THING Gino Vannelli's new cd-book.

Hi, Also received the cd and I LOVE it soooooooooooooooMUCH!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! God bless you Gino. YOUR MUSIC HAS A DISTINCT SOUND, NOT ONLY BEAUTIFUL, IT IS ALSO UNIQUE. UNLIKE ANYTHING I'VE HEARD. I RARELY BUY MUSIC, BUT I THOROUGHLY ENJOYED LISTENING TO IT WHILE I WAS WALKING ON THE TREADMILL! WHEN "THE DUTCH BEAT" PLAYED, I SCRAMBLED OFF OF THE TREADMILL AND WROTE DOWN THE TITLE OF THAT CD, THAT SONG CAPTIVATED ME.
I WISH YOU MUCH SUCCESS!

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[75]:An e-mail dated 16 April 2009 from Carsten Weide in Denmark with the subject: Emne: From the Gino Vannelli home/index web page with comments on A GOOD THING Gino Vannelli's new cd-book.

Hello there !
Well, I think the CD sound is a bit compressed compared to albums before this. There is not so much dynamic on it, and that is a shame. But the songs are great.
(It is also the first album tha is not mastered by Bernie Grundman may that is why, who knows).

My / our daughter is now 7 years old, and my / our son 2 years, oh my time flies fast.
Take care, I hope to hear from you soon
Kind regards, Carsten Weide Denmark

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[76]:An e-mail dated 16 April 2009 from Christopher Buckley in PA, USA with the subject: A Good Thing is available on itunes for $8.91 in US

Hi B&T,
There seems to be some trouble getting the CD here in the US.
Amazon.com claims that the CD is "out of production". What the hell are they talking about? It never went into production! ROFLOL! Even the places in Canada seem to be lacking any copies. These people are on Mars!

There are a few vendors on Ebay that are selling the CD from the Netherlands for around $32. It is available on iTunes either by individual song or the entire CD for $8.91. While you don't get the poetry, you do get the songs and album cover.
Seems like a good deal.
Pass it along if it is news......
Regards, Christopher Buckley, CPA

PS.: Sorry, the Ebay price is $34.99, but it includes shipping. One would assume that means airmail, but perhaps not.

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[77]:An e-mail dated 23 April 2009 from Anne D. in Bruxelles, Belgium, Europe with the subject: the one and only

Dear both of you,
you probably don't remember me, but we at at the last 5 GIno concerts I attended in the NEtherlands (a.o. Deventer, Tilburg, Maastricht) and I managed to get a signature and a few words... anyway, will not ridicule myself with teenager's sighs but cannot say anything but: Gino is unique,

his last album a(nother) pure gem

and I am so so so grateful to you, who have at least created the best site for us to "get together" and await Gino's next concert... which will be Middelburg, as I noticed with extreme joy.

Imagine I have been a fan since I am 7 years old... with a brother who made us all in the family discover this great artist... now 34 years later, the moment is real and the fascination still growing.

My question finally : could you provide with GIno's mail address? I cannot tell you how much it would mean to me.
Met beste groeten en tot dan, zeker - Best regards, Anne D.

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[78]:Another e-mail dated 4 May 2009 from Christopher Buckley in PA, USA with the subject: Mini review.

Hi B&T,
Thanks for the information. I ordered a copy from Plato.
I also have the Apple itunes edition from several weeks ago. I burned a CD from this and had a chance to listen to the entire album once, so far.

Very jazzy sounds coming from Gino.
My favorite three songs are:
A Good Thing
The Dutchbeat
The Measure of a Man

I also saw the "you tube" video of "The Measure of a Man" accessed from Gino's website about a month ago.

I think overall it is another great album. I'll give you a formal review once I've received the CD from Plato and have a chance to read the poetry.
Talk to you soon,
Chris

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[79]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Maandag 4 Mei 2009 van Mia en Peter uit Vlissingen, Nederland met het onderwerp: Gino Vannelli komt naar Middelburg.

Hallo Barend and Trees,
We moeten even reageren want we zagen op jullie web site dat Gino Vannelli naar Middelburg komt, we zijn met stomheid geslagen of is het verslagen? Van de zenuwen kan ik niet meer typen. Geweldig en wat een verrassing en wat goed dat jullie dat noemen op je web site want op de officiële website staat NIKS! Dank jullie wel en we hebben natuurlijk Gino's nieuwe cd A GOOD THING en genieten er elke dag van maar het is wel even wat anders dan met het Magogo Orkest waar wij ook zo van genoten hebben. We vinden A GOOD THING een geweldig nummer en ook EVERMORE en natuurlijk zijn alle 9 nummers goed want we luisteren naar de hele cd elke keer weer en we vinden het geheel met de gedichten er heel mooi uit zien. Voor ons zijn de gedichten wel moeilijk want we hebben al moeite met het Engels maar we gaan er echt voor zitten en proberen het te begrijpen met op de achtergrond Gino's nieuwe muziek! Geweldig! Jullie nogmaals bedankt en misschien tot ziens in Middelburg. Groeten van Mia en Peter uit Zeeland.

[79]: English/Engels: An e-mail dated Monday 4 May 2009 from Mia and Peter in Vlissingen, the Netherlands with the subject: Gino Vannelli comes to Middelburg.

Hello Barend and Trees,
We have to give you two a reaction because we saw on your web site that Gino comes to Middelburg, we are speechless or is it wordless? I cannot type anymore because of the nerves. Fantastic and what a big surprise and how cool that you mention this news on your web site because there is nothing on the official web site! NO NOTHING! Thank you so much and of course we have Gino's new cd A GOOD THING and enjoy it everyday but we have to say it's something else and completely different as with the Magogo Orchestra, the concert we enjoyed so very much. We love the song: A GOOD THING and also EVERMORE and yes of course all nine songs are great, we listen to the whole cd over and over again and we really like the whole package also the booklet with the poems. The poems are very difficult for us because we already have problems with the English language but we sit down and try to understand and with Gino's new music in the background! Great! You two thanks again and maybe we see you in Middelburg. Greetings from Mia and Peter in Vlissingen, Zeeland.

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[80]:An e-mail dated 8 June 2009 from Chantal in Holland with the subject: A GOOD THING

Hi Barend & Trees,
Thanks for letting me know about Gino's A GOOD THING. I try in English: LOVVVVEEEEE "Evermore". Beautiful song. And the rest of the cd makes me smile and I love to play it! The poems are a different thing because they are very difficult to read but I will and tell you more..... What a guy is that GINO VANNELLI!!! And he mentions your names in the booklet. WOW!!!! I am proud of you two!!! Thanks for the CD and I will treasure the whole package. So I did my best with the english but it took a lot of energy and I hope the Canadian and American Gino Vannelli fans can read my words and more important understand my lines... KEEP ON WALKING Gino!!!!!!!!!

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[81]:An e-mail dated Sunday 14 June 2009 from Marion Buyse in Utrecht, Holland with the subject: An expression of enthusiasm about GINO.

Dear Barend and Trees,
I write directly in the English language: What a GREAT album is A GOOD THING!!! Because I have now more mony, I have bought several albums from Gino. I love so many songs of him!!! He is really a master in putting thoughts and feelings into beautiful lyrics and great music!!!!!!! I am so happy that he is partly in Holland, so that we can see him perform and meet him!!!!

His music is AWESOME and his shows are EXCITING and he looks GORGEOUS and moves beautiful on the instrumental parts. I have seen 3 shows in Utrecht, The Hague and Amsterdam. I wanted so much to come also to Zoetermeer, but I had a ticket for Tina Turner on the same date and I haven't succeded to change that to her other concert. But she was also GREAT!!! And this was defenitly the last chance to see her live!

Gino, I am looking foreword to more shows of you with your Dutch band, and wish you much succes with your tour in America, Mexico and Canada. And Gino: I am worried: please be careful with the Mexican flu going around over there!
Many greetings, Marion Buyse, Utrecht, Holland, June 14th 2009.

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[82]:Another e-mail dated Sunday 14 June 2009 from Marion Buyse in Utrecht, Holland with the subject: An enthusiastic reaction about Gino's new album A GOOD THING.

I have run to the cd-shop 1 day after Gino's album A GOOD THING was released to buy this album.
I have listened so many times to it, that, if it was an old-fashioned vinyl record, it would be grey by now!!!!!
I LOVE every song of it.
Gino's beautiful voice, melodies, lyrics, music, arrangements, modulations, rythems, backgroundvocals.....they are all GREAT !!! Really AWESOME!!!!!!!

Gino: I thank you so much for so much beautiful music. I am glad that you live partly in Holland, so that we can enjoy your exciting concerts.
Many greetings, Marion Buyse, Utrecht, Holland, June 14th, 2009.

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[83]:An e-mail dated 18 June 2009 from Christopher Buckley in PA, USA with a first reaction about A GOOD THING. His subject: First Reading of "A Good Thing" Poetry.

I have to be quite honest with you, some of this is a bit disturbing. Maybe it hits a little to close to home?
Perhaps.
I have to let it "marinate" for awhile.
Still water runs deep!
Maybe a few glasses of Amstel will help.

I'll take it with me to DC next week and see if I can pinpoint the feelings.
Regards, Christopher Buckley, CPA

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[84]:An e-mail dated the 1st of July 2009 from Chas in the United States with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

Please tell me the easiest and least expensive place for me to buy this album that you know of in the usa. Also, how do you make sure you're getting the 12 track version, as I see there is a nine track version out there...Please help a diehard Gino fan out! Thanks

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Here are a few tips!!!!

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[85]:An e-mail dated the 1st of July 2009 from Christopher Buckley in PA, USA with thoughts on A Good Thing.

I promised to give you a review of “A Good Thing” by Gino Vannelli.

Though the years, it has been nearly impossible to pin Gino down to a single genre.
A Good Thing is no exception, but with the old Vannelli twist. Not only do we have the music and poetry, but he took the bold step of not releasing this CD in North America. I’m sure there were a few raised eyebrows in the music industry over the morning coffee and paper. Needless to say, I think that Gino might have made a good CIA operative had the Herb Alpert incident not worked out. But, we will never know.

I mentioned to you earlier that I thought the poems were a little bit disturbing and that I needed some time to “let them marinate”. I think that the issue is poetry tends to become a psychological analysis of the innermost thoughts of the poet. (Whatever you do, don’t read Edgar Allan Poe on a stormy night!) It is gritty, down to earth and “in your face”. In any event, I tend to agree with a lot of the things Gino is saying:

1. I prefer beer over any other spirit.
2. Americans are in your face, but sometimes we are the only ones that lift a finger. Sometimes you need a catalyst. I think China would be less tolerant of dissention.
3. Everybody has a relationship that collapses. You have to get over the trauma as soon as possible and move on.
4. Christmas is a drag for me too. I think that my mother had the right idea: take a cruise to the tropics! I believe and it is a drag. There is no toy out there that gets me excited.

In my opinion, the two best songs are “A Good Thing” and “The Measure of a Man”. All in all, it is a good thing.
--
Christopher Buckley, CPA

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[86]:An e-mail dated the 3rd of July 2009 from Valerie F. in Philadelphia, PA, the United States with the subject: From the Gino Vannelli home/index web page with comments on A GOOD THING Gino Vannelli's new cd-book...

Hi guys,
Loving the website with all the love from around the world.
Thank you so much.
This You tube is fun especially since I do not see a tour for Philly. I can see Gino day or night, it is fantastic.

Tell Gino this Yank just can't get enough of a Good Thing and for more than 30 years I have not, will not never ever Give Up on him. He is looking so well and still sounding so smooth.
Have a great weekend,
Valerie, Digging the Dutchbeat in Philly

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[87]:Two more e-mails dated the 12th 27th of July 2009 from Chas in the United States of America with the subject: Re: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING......

12 July 2009: I ordered 3 gino cds a while back to catch up on my collection.
Slow love, yonder treew and a good thing. A good thing I got on amazon. com, and it hasnt arrived. I got it used for $20. I will let you know how I like it when I get it, but I am sure I will love it as much as everything else he does. I finally got to see him live about 8 months ago.

...I saw him in atlantic city..an hour from where I live. He was great

27 July 2009: finally got it a couple of days ago.
It amazes me that as good as gino is, his music is not even released in the usa.
Another of my favorites, level 42, as well.

As for the cd, I think it is very good. Gino has explored many sides of music in his career. For me, my favorite of his eras was the brother to brother/nightwalker period...a little more agressive-rock. That being said, I think canto was a masterpiece and the best singing he has ever done. This new cd A Good Thing is a much better one than his last one (I forget the name). It is a more delicate, sensitive cd. Ginos voice seems to improve with every new venture, and so does his lyrics. I often wonder just how much of the music he writes, and if he plays well why does he never play himself. Im still getting used to the cd, as it always takes me a while to fully digest all the subtleties of his music, but I really like it.

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[88]:Another e-mail dated 24 July 2009 from Marion Buyse in Utrecht, Holland with the subject: Gino's new album It's a Good Thing.

Dear Barend en Trees,
Would you please put this on Gino's webpage? Does he regualerly read all our comments on his music? If not would you be so nice to mail this to him? I would really like it a lot if he reads this:

Dear Gino, I have written a small song with a little help from yourself about how much I love your new album. It's somewhere on the fanclubwebsite. In a creative mood I have written some more: so with a little help from you and on your melody I sing for you:

When I think of all your shows in Holland
the greatest songs where moving me!
Ran to the cd-shop to buy this:
It's A GOOD THING, (I) want to add this:
It's A GREAT THING, it's FANTASTIC!!!!!

I just wanna stop, and tell you how I feel about your music!
I just wanna stop, the world ain't right without your music!
I just wanna stop, for your sou-ou-ound!

Dear Gino, this is how much I love your records! I hope to see you perform again in Holland!
Love and many greetings,
Marion Buyse, Utrecht, Holland.

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[89]:A GINO VANNELLI cd review found on the internet dated August 2009 from a person with no name. Title: Review of the Gino Vannelli CD A GOOD THING

The exceptionally talented Pop artist Gino Vannelli has released his CD entitled A Good Thing. I am very confident and happy to announce that I believe Gino Vannelli fans, and Pop fans alike will be pleased with this one. With the release of A Good Thing Gino Vannelli’s artistic excellence is on full display as Vannelli has once again delivered a brilliant collection of tracks that could very well be his best work to date.

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[90]:An e-mail from Gordon W. in Oregon, USA dated 8 August 2009 with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

I am greatly disappointed this album is not available in the U.S. giving the following this artist has.
This is really bogus to make us suffer and have to pay exurbanite prices for an artist that actually resides in Oregon.
Gordon

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[91]:An e-mail from Karim in B.C. Canada dated 7 October 2009 with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

love the new album.
And the title track is simply stunning.
Was great to see him at Jimmy Mak's. What made it even better was seeing him with my best buddy Gordon, who, unfortunately for me, lives a few hundred miles from me.

I also have seen Gino twice at the River Rock Casino in Richmond BC, which is a terrific venue with scintillating sound, a must for any Gino fan when next possible.
It is a small theatre setting with state of the art acoustics.
K

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[92]:An e-mail from JW in Holland dated 12 October 2009 with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

GINO: Love your new album especially EVERMORE...
A GINO VANNELLI album that will be remembered (hopefully) forever.

One of the best things I liked about the concert in Middelburg is "A GOOD THING"
WOW!!! Absolutely Brilliant! Vocal Magic!

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[93]:An e-mail from Valerie H. in wisconsin, USA dated 14 October 2009 with the subject: RE: Niagara Falls

Thank you for posting this message so quick. I'll definitely email you (hopefully with a photo or two) after we return from the falls.

BTW - I LOVE the new CD; especially "Night Drive" and "Gypsy Ways!!!" Thank you, Valerie H.

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[94]:An e-mail from Bob in the United States Saterday 24 October 2009 with the subject: a copy of A Good Thing...

Good morning, I took your advise and sought out a copy of A Good Thing.
There is nothing like hearing new Gino flowing out of my stereo and filling my soul.
From this day on - I am free.
New Gino, does an odd thing though, it makes me want more and more.
It was great to see your names in the album credits.
Thanks for all you do.
Bob

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Comments, Reviews and Opinions: Before the release date like in Pre-fun:

[1]: The editors type this live behind the computer on Tuesday morning 27 January 2009 time 7am while listening to Radio 538 "Everts staat op" (Everts awakes)

Already a few GINO VANNELLI announcements and Edwin Everts said that Gino Vannelli is rehearsing in the next studio, Edwin also said: "What a voice!!!" At 7:55am GINO starts with A GOOD THING. My, oh my immediately goose-bumps and wet eyes, incredible bluesy voice with a jazzy touch a real live radio version and different of course from the album version. And Bert van den Brink behind the piano makes everything even more swinging and very impressive... What a sound!

Clemens van der Feen on Bass and Hans van Oosterhout on drums guide and play Gino through the song with glorious music notes... SOOOOOO GOOD!!! PURE MUSIC!!! GINO VANNELLI MUSIC!!!

8.40am PEOPLE GOTTA MOVE in the most jazzy, funky way we ever heard WOW!!!! Even the DJ Edwin Everts is very surprised and says something about the high quality music which is happening in his studio. And he is a singer and musician himself! The radio people are very impressed and than we write it down in a very simple way... AWESOME, COOL and super quality what can we write more?? It's now 9am time for the news and Edwin says that in the next hour Gino Vannelli will sing a new piece from His new album and Wild Horses and they wonder what version??? The radio people in the studio try to sing the original version of WILD HORSES but aaarrrrgggghhhhh!!! Edwin Everts says that they have to leave the singing entirely to GINO!!!

After the news Edwin Evers asked Gino a few questions and Gino did THE MEASURE OF A MAN and this radio version was so good that we forgot to type live... Gino said: "It's a true story, read the lyrics." GINO VANNELLI'S VOICE WAS SUPERB AGAIN so very early in the morning live on the Dutch Radio 538. BIG compliments to GINO VANNELLI and Bert van den Brink and Clemens van der Feen and Hans van Oosterhout, guys you are good, very good... You brought more joy in people's lives today! some of the questions of the DJ were stupid again! they did not do their homework very well but in general the radio people were honoured to have Gino in their studio and were impressed by His music and His voice and that's A GOOD THING...

9.40am a short version of WILD HORSES... Wild Horses could not drag me away from you...FROM YOU!!! Super Jazzy, funky and again Gino's voice is divine! A nice jazzy Tuesdaymorning...

The DJ asked something like: This is a new cd in 10 years??? Huh??? Frits Spits also said this on Radio 2 while they played THESE ARE THE DAYS in 2006 and on radio 2 THESE ARE THE DAYS was cd of the week. So they read notes from a piece of paper from the people who do not do their homework very well! Aaaarrrgggghhhhhh!!!!!!!! The dj also said that the release date for the new album is 8 February 2009 and the editors have 11 February 2009 as the latest date so let's hope this DJ is right!

This was again a glorious morning with GINO VANNELLI's music in the Dutch air, live can be so beautiful especially when you can ENJOY music, good music, because non-musicians like the editors need this music to relax in this CRAZY LIFE!!!
BRAVO FOR GINO VANNELLI and His Musicians: Bert van den Brink, Hans van Oosterhout and Clemens van der Feen!

Gino Vannelli in the studio of Radio 538.

The Measure of a Man...
A GOOD THING... Vocals: GINO VANNELLI * Piano: Bert van den Brink Drums: Hans van Oosterhout * Bas: Clemens van der Feen.

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[2]:An e-mail dated Tuesday 27 January 2009 from Fabio Fiano from Santa Maria Capua Vetere, Italy, Europe with the subject: info

Dear Barend and Trees,
I have just heard the soundclip of new Gino's single: The Measure of a Man, I like it! The sound is very clear, definite and strong. On the page 3 of Amazon.com of Gino Vannelli CDs page you can read about a new double Gino's Cd: A remastered version of "Poweful peolple" and "Storm at Sunup" on 1 Cd with new notes!!!!
Best regards, Fabio Fiano (from Santa Maria Capua Vetere, Italy)

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[3]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Dinsdag 27 Januari 2009 van Isabel uit Amersfoort, Nederland met het onderwerp: Evers staat op

Ik zou en moest Evers staat op horen …maar hoe ??
Tja ben gelukkig in het bezit van een eigen kantoor en had geen afspraken voor 10.00 dus… de radio aan en genieten van de muziek van Gino. Ondertussen doorwerken aan de dienstlijst die echt af moest en telefoontjes die toch snel werden afgekapt.

Was erg mooi alleen de vraag van de laatste cd van 10 jaar geleden …hoe komen ze erbij.
Mijn dag kon niet meer stuk !!
Gr Isabel

[3]: English/Engels: An e-mail dated Tuesday 27 January 2009 from Isabel in Amersfoort, the Netherlands with the subject: Evers awakes

I had to hear Evers awakes... But how ??
Well, thank God I have my own office and no appointments before 10am so... The radio on and enjoy Gino's music. And in the meantime in between listening I worked on the schedule-lists which I had to do today and some phonecalls which I ended fast and abrupt.

It was very beautiful only that question about Gino's last cd 10 years ago... How do they come up with that stupid question.
This radio show made my day!
Gr. Isabel

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[4]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Woensdag 28 Januari 2009 van Kees uit Nederland met het onderwerp: Radio2 promo

Hoi Trees en Barend,
ik geniet erg van jullie site ik heb een aircheck gemaakt van de radio2 promo, trouwens ook genoten van Gino bij Evers gisteren. wat een fantastische muzikanten!!!!!! Ik hoop dat ik het mp3tje toegevoegd krijg en door de
i-net-secu heen.
groeten Kees.

De redactie: Hier kan je luisteren naar de Mp3 van Kees... Deze promo is een MP3 en hier is dezelfde promo in RM Real Media... We hebben geprobeerd om deze soundclip op deze web pagina te krijgen en we hopen dat jullie het kunnen horen en beluisteren! Kees: HARTSTIKKE BADANKT!!! Beneden op deze pagina staan de 2 links naar de twee radio promo's...
B&T d.d.29 Januari 2009

[4]: English/Engels: An e-mail dated Wednesday 28 January 2009 from Kees in the Netherlands with the subject: Radio2 promo

Hi Trees and Barend,
I enjoy your site very, very much. I made an aircheck of the Radio2 promo, oh by the way I enjoyed Gino at Evers too yesterday. What a fantastic musicians!!!!!! I hope I can attach the little MP3 and that I can get it through the i-net-security. Kind regards, Kees.

The Editors: Here you can listen to Kees's MP3... This promo is a MP3 and here is the same promo in RM Rreal Media... We tried to get it on this web page and we hope you can hear it! BIG Thanks to Kees!!! At the bottom of this page you can see the links to these 2 promo's...
B&T dated 29 January 2009

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[5]:An e-mail dated Thursday 28 January 2009 from Barbara in Italy with the subject: The Gino Vannelli A GOOD THING web page number 1...

Hi dear just a short note to ask you when the new Gino's cd will be relased in Italy. Kisses Barbara, Italy.

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[6]:An e-mail January 2009 from Jane in the United States of America with the subject: Gino Vannelli and A GOOD THING...

Greetings!
I just wanted to thank you again for the wonderful job you do keeping all of us fans updated on our Gino. The picture you posted today (or last night) is really a nice shot – thank you so much for sharing it with us! I must admit; I am now addicted to your site and look at it almost every day for new info., I really enjoy and appreciate all the work you do. I hope we will get to meet you some day in the near future; you are lovely people!
Sincerely, Jane

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[7]:An e-mail 21 January 2009 from Terry in Pittsburgh, United States of America with the subject: Rythmn and Rhyme

Wow, it's been almost 1 year since I told Gino how much I enjoyed listening to him sing but that I realllllly wanted to hear him recite his poetry. He seemed a little surprised or maybe glad that his fans were sooooo receptive to this different art form from him but he mentioned that he was going to add some of the poems to his cd. I was sitting in the backseat behind him and just yelled, "What???" He and Ken just started laughing. I didn't think this day would ever get here!!! (What takes sooo long?) Haha!! I couldn't believe then or now how fortunate we are. I can't wait!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! T.

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[8]:An e-mail 22 January 2009 from Cyndi in Pittsburgh, PA, USA with the subject: excitement on the way for 09!!!

Dear Barend and Trees,
Great exciting updates about the new cd and that is, A Good Thing for us Gino devotes!!! Better yet, a FANTASTIC thing but Gino is humble so we will go along with Good.

I will be reading daily for the upcoming concerts and hope some of them will be here in the states. The information is a little confusing about the radio shows. Will they be in Holland or in the states?? We will stay tuned...
Thank U, Cyndi

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[9]:An e-mail 22 January 2009 from Jacques in Paris, France, Europe with the subject: a good thing...les amis

Hello dear friends,
That s a very good and very important news so a beautiful cd/book will be issued next 4th february. That s a fantastic idea, i m waiting feverishly the links on your website for the pre-ordering. By the way do you know if the cd will be available directly on all the big webstores like amazon or only in Holland? i m sure that an amount of questions are flewing to your email adress.
thanks for the news and have a nice day in Rotterdam Jacques

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[10]:An e-mail 22 January 2009 from Maru in Mexico City with the subject: Gino!!!

Dear friends:
As always, your enthusiasm is so contagious!
Reading your reports after a concert is so gratifying, and you make us feel a little bit as if we were there. You describe your emotions and feelings in such a way, that you make our souls smile!

Thank you deep from my heart for sharing your experiences so accurately, just after the concert. We Gino fans are so lucky to have you both! I love the "new" old pictures you've been posting in the guestbook.

I'm still patiently waiting for the new CD and keep my prayers for a concert in Mexico.
Hugs and kisses and the biggest THANK YOU from a true Gino's music addict. Maru.

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[11]:An e-mail dated Saterday 31 January 2009 from Jim L. in Seattle, Washington State, USA with the subject: Gino Vannelli's new cd-book : A GOOD THING

Hi there...
Just heard Ginos Knight of the road song in full on radio 2...super! I was waiting to hear Measure of Man but got the Knight instead...hey ! I wont complain!!
Jim in Seattle.

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[12]:An e-mail dated Monday 2 February 2009 from Jules in Philadelphia, USA with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

Hi Trees and Barend,
It's Jules from Philadelphia. Sorry I don’t keep in touch but as you know life seem to keep me busy. Thanks for keeping up with Gino….His music carries me so many days, the good, the boring and the tough days. Without his voice, words and music I probably would have gone crazy by now.

I'm writing because there is no news here in the US about the new CD and book Gino has created. Do you know of any place here in the US that is offering it??? Not even Amazon.com has it and they usually and new releases posted for pre orders..But there is nothing posted. If you don't know of anyplace here would you be willing to buy me a copy in in English and mail it me. I would of course pay for the CD and book, shipping and your time. If your willing to buy and mail the CD/book I will mail you the funds or I can wire the money anyway you want…do you use Pay-Pal or would you like a US money order or check. Just let me know and send it right away.

Have new Gino music is like have a breath of new fresh air!

Respectfully, Jules

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[13]:An e-mail dated Sunday 1 February 2009 from Amy in the USA with the subject:
Gino Vannelli

Dear Barend and Trees:
You said you were curious how I feel about Gino's new CD.....well, if the clip on your website of "The Measure of a Man", is any indication as to what we have to look forward to, then WOW!!!!

My only problem, is that I take about a 3 or 4 mile walk every day, wearing my iPod (loaded with Gino's music, of course), and I may suddenly start dancing down the street while listening to that song!! My neighbors may think I'm crazy.....but at least it should give them a good laugh! I think the cover of the CD and poetry book are both beautiful, but honestly........you can't go wrong with photos of Gino.
Amy Hayden

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[14]:An e-mail dated 19 January 2009 from Dieke in Sweden with the subject:
Happy New Year and Gino Vannelli

Hi ! Wish You A Happy New Year with many Gino concerts.
In March I will visit my friend Sven in Holland and we got tickets to Jazz Maastricht 20 March.
What a spring, a Gino concert and finally His new album.
Greetings from Veronica Dieke, Sweden

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[15]:An e-mail dated 22 January 2009 from Michel in the South of France with the subject:
Happy New Year and A GOOD THING

Hello dear Friends !
I Wish you a happy & healthy new year to you and your family !!
And all the GOOD THING for 2009
Thank you again and again for all the news !!!
Happy new year to Gino and all the best for the next CD…
Can’t wait !!!! Michel

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...A GOOD THING
............by
...GINO VANNELLI

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[16]:An e-mail dated Thursday 22 January 2009 from Terry in Pittsburgh in the USA with the subject:
Whhhhooooooooooo Hhhhhhhhoooooooooooo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Soooooooooooooo coooooooooooooooollllllllllllllllllll!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait to see the video!!! Can't wait to hear the dvd!! Can't wait to listen to the poems!!! Can't wait to see more updates!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Can't wait to hear GINOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO sing his new songs (or better recite his poems) as soon as possible!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! T.

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[17]:Another e-mail dated Friday 23 January 2009 from Terry in Pittsburgh in the USA with the subject:
Video!!!!!!!!!

Thanks!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Looks like it was so much FUN to watch!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
A lot of work for poor Gino though!!!!!!!!!
Haha!!
Love the backkup "girls!!!"
Can't wait to see and hear them sing on the video!! T.

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[18]: Nederlands/Dutch: Nog een e-mail d.d. Zondag 25 Januari 2009 van Isabel uit Amersfoort, Nederland met het onderwerp: strepen van Spits

Lieve Barend en Trees,
Net via de PC de strepen van spits geluisterd, wat een prachtig nummer the knight of the road, en measure of a man.

Beide nummers hoor je ook gelijk dat ze van Gino zijn.
Beide nummers kende ik nog niet.
Verheug me erg op het nieuwe album !!
Groetjes, Ton en Isabel

[18]: English/Engels: Another e-mail dated Sunday 25 January 2009 from Isabel in Amersfoort, the Netherlands with the subject: Bar codes or stripes from Spits

Dear Barend and Trees,
Just listened to the bar codes from Spits through the computer, what a beautiful song, The Knight of the Road and The Measure of a Man.

With both songs I heard immediately that these are Gino songs.
I did not know both songs, never ever heard those songs before.
I really look forward to the new album !!
Greetings, Ton and Isabel

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[19]:More e-mails from Terry in Pittsburgh in the USA dated Saterday 24 January 2009 with the subject:
"I HEARD IT ON THE RADIO, THE RADIO!!"

WOW!!!! Ken and I were able to hear Knight of the Road on the radio!!
We were at class all morning but I was able to sneak a computer on a little after 9:00 am and we heard the announcer mention Black Cars then Gino Vannelli!! They then played the song. Fantastic!!!!!!!!

I loved the verse about letting go of the past - dancing around the fire!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! The music and lyrics were great. We just wish we could have heard any others they played. But we can wait another couple weeks......
Terry and Ken

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[20]:An e-mail from Jacques in Paris, France dated Tuesday 27 January 2009 with the subject:
my order of "a good thing"

hello les amis,
i ve pre-ordered on NL STORES my 5 copies of "A GOOD THING" at a very good price 17.14 euros each copies.
Have a nice day les amis
Jacques

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[21]:An e-mail from Penelope Baudoin in France dated 10 February 2009 with the subject:
Link A good thing, in France.

Hello Barend Hello Trees
In France its the beginning of " A good thing"
So i give you the link in Fnac

I think i will order it NOWWWWWWWWWWWW ;-))
Take care.
Penelope.

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[22]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Donderdag 12 February 2009 van Eveline uit Amstelveen, Nederland met het onderwerp: CD release

Hi Barend & Trees,
Morgen is toch de release van de nieuwe Cd A Good thing?
Weet je of ie al te koop is in de winkels?
Wil graag mijn Valentijn ermee verwennen deze zaterdag.
Groetjes, Eveline

[22]: English/Engels: An dated Thursday 12 February 2009 from Eveline in Amstelveen, the Netherlands with the subject: CD release

Hi Barend & Trees,
Is the release of the new cd A Good Thing tomorrow?
Do you know if it is for sale already in the shops?
I love to spoil my Valentine this Saterday with this new cd.
Greetings, Eveline.

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[23]:An e-mail from Bruno le F. in Signapore, Asia dated Friday 13 February 2009 with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

Hi Barend and Trees,
You can order it or buy it from FNAC stores in France.
Take a few weeks though if you order it.....
not sure it is worth it.
Take care as always,
Friendly yours. Bruno

A good thing : Gino Vannelli en CD album : tous les disques à la Fnac

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[24]:An e-mail from Yves Anelli in Grenoble, France dated Monday 16 February 2009 with the subject: From the A GOOD THING web page number 6 with reviews and comments...

Dear Barend Hello Trees,
I've already pre-order at the Danish store. I think that the CD's coming soon.
I've received the bill today from imusic
The new year's beginning realy today...
All the french are waiting for a new concert in Paris or Nice...
Do you have some news?...
A bientôt mes chers amis...
From Raphaël, Aurore and Yves

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[25]:An e-mail from Michel Reboul in the Provence in the South of France dated Sunday 15 February 2009 with the subject: a good thing link

Hello Les amis !!
I found Gino new album on ebay already.
i already bought a copy at BOL, thanks for the link…
can’t wait..
Take care, Michel.

Thank you to gino !! for this good thing !!

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[26]:An e-mail from Melissa A. in Texas, USA dated 16 January 2009 with the subject: GINO's Incredible Music !

Dear Barend and Trees:
Wanted to wish you all a Happy New Year, filled with lots and lots of GINO's Incredible Music ! The count down to his next Release is approaching us fans and I'm sure we all can't wait..
Happy New Year to Gino, Ross, Joe and their family, and have a Very Blessed New album!
Love from Texas ! M

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[27]:An e-mail from Lisa in Arizona, USA dated 18 January 2009 with the subject: His music is very powerful!

Hello to the indefatigable keepers of the Gino Vannelli flame, Barend and Trees!
How your heads must spin at times with so much to keep up with on your website, and with how much you have had to re-create after the terrible computer hacking, or whatever it was, that messed up your website. As you should know by now, your "shameless devotion" is much appreciated by many Gino Vannelli fans.

It is very exciting to hear the bits and pieces of news as the release of DutchBeat/Fall Flower/Knight of the Road draws closer. I am anticipating a great work. I am also enjoying the older photos fans are sending in of Gino, back in the day with his flowing tresses and angelic good looks! In another place and time, I could see him posing for Botticelli or Michaelangelo.
Sincerely, Lisa V.

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[28]:An e-mail from SAVERIO CAFIERO FROM SORRENTO in Italy dated 27 January with the subject: PEOPLE I BELONG TO & A GOOD THING!

PEOPLE I BELONG TO:

MY SON MIRKO
MY WIFE STELA
MY FATHER GASPAR
MY MOTHER MARIA
MY SISTER STEPHANIE
THE POLLIO'S
KIU
O' GUASTO
OLY
AND MISTER GINO VANNELLI...MY MUSICAL INFECTION SINCE "POWERFUL PEOPLE".
GOD BLESS YOU GINO.
SAVERIO CAFIERO FROM SORRENTO

A GOOD THING

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[29]:An e-mail from Fabio in Italy dated 28 January 2009 with the subject:

Dear Barend and Trees,
I have heard the soundclip on your magnificent website!
Thank you for all your great work!
Best regards
Fabio

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[30]:An e-mail from Cyndi Haskins Pittsburgh, USA dated Wednesday 28 January 2009 with the subject: From the A GOOD THING web page number 6 with reviews and comments...

Hello Barend and Trees,
I just read the lyrics to, Measure of a Man.
The first impression was, "when did this episode take place in Gino's adventurous life as a great musician?"

I'm sure Gino has seen and heard it all!
It will be interesting to read some of his poetry and try to make sense and interpret what He, the poet, has written.
I know whatever Gino has written comes from his innermost thoughts.
His greatness in song will also be recognized in his writings.
His beautiful voice will be heard in his poetry. I am anxious to order his cd and poetry book!!

Something else that I couldn't help but notice...
Gino is wearing yellow and black in his picture.
Does that mean??
Could he be?? OK Gino, just wear the same clothes this Sunday for me.
Cyndi from Pittsburgh, Pa.

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[31]:Another e-mail from Cyndi Haskins Pittsburgh, USA dated Thursday 29 January 2009 with the subject: cd

hi barend and trees,
i noticed the cd is not being released in denmark until june.
is that the same for holland as well?
thanks, cyndi

A few words from the Editos (B&T): Cyndi, in Europe we write the dates in the otherway first the day than the month and than the year so you probably saw 6-2-2009 and in the USA it means 2 June 2009 and in Europe it means 6 February 2009. That's the reason! The real release date in Holland became Friday the 13th 2009... Thanks and bye... bye... B&T dated Thursday 19 February 2009.

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[32]:An e-mail from Terry S. also in Pittsburgh, PA, USA dated Thursday 29 January 2009 with the subject: It's a Good Thing.....

you posted those links!!

Thank you!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I pre-ordered my cdssssssssssss from IMusic today!!!!!!!!!!
Now the WAIT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
TS

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[33]:Another e-mail from Jacques in Paris, France Thursday 29 January 2009 with the subject: o it s jacques the NLSTORE buyer...lol lol lol

hello les amis,
yes i m very impatient to have in my hands this new and probably very beautiful piece of art. Don t believe people saying that the cd medium is dead, that s completely false. Here in France like in most countries around the world the cd's sales aren't increasing a lot (you could imagine why..) but some artists have understood that if you package your album with a book or adding a dvd or some single vinyls (like in the good old times) people is ready to pay the price for a beautiful collector edition. Some artist are packaged by very famous designers who includes in the booklets some original artwork. At the final you have at the same price a very high quality audio production of the master of music and a nice art printing around it. It s not enough? Gino had written some poems for our long nights in the bed trying to understand all the subtilities of the english manguage lol lol ...

So all around the world don t miss this piece of art and BUY IT.

Merci les amis and do not forget piracy is the death of the artist and second the death of Art. And if your are living without art it s like you were trying to live without air or water or flowers or love.

Let s go les amis order your copies it s the best way for a new Gino production in the future (yes i want more and i want a dvd too)
Best regards les amis and have a nice day
Jacques

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[34]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Zaterdag 31 Januari 2009 van Donja & Carlos uit Capelle a/d IJssel in Nederland met het onderwerp: "A Good Thing"

Hoi Barend en Trees,
Lekker druk zeker met "A Good Thing"
Wat is nou wijsheid de cd bestellen of maandag 9/2 naar de cd shop rennen. Of misschien is ie al te koop in Paradiso 8/2 ...???

Ik weet niet of jullie onderstaande mail ontvangen hebben. Het zal best maar jullie hebben het zo druk. Stuur 'm nog maar een keer voor de zekerheid. Niet om jullie op de hielen te zitten maar het is maar dat jullie niet denken dat wij afgehaakt zijn want dat gaat natuurlijk never nooit gebeuren hahaha. Nou succes met alles en tot donderdag. Hoop dat we op tijd zijn..... Groetjes van Donja en Carlos

[34]: English/Engels: An e-mail from Donja & Carlos in Capelle a/d IJssel, Holland dated Saterday 31 January 2009 with the subject: "A Good Thing"

Hi Barend and Trees,
You two must be very busy at the moment with "A Good Thing"
What is wise to do? Order the new cd or run to the shop on Monday 9 February. Or maybe it's for sale already at Paradiso on Sunday 8 February ...???

I do not know if you received the e-mail underneath, I think you did but you are so very busy. To be sure I e-mail it again. Not that we want to push you but we do not want you two to think that we are gone because that will never ever happen hahaha. Good luck with everything and see you on Thursday. We hope to be there in time..... Kind regards from Donja and Carlos

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[35]:An e-mail from Amy Hayden in Texas, USA dated Sunday 1 February 2009 with the subject: Gino Vannelli

Dear Barend and Trees:
You said you were curious how I feel about Gino's new CD.....well, if the clip on your website of "The Measure of a Man", is any indication as to what we have to look forward to, then WOW!!!! My only problem, is that I take about a 3 or 4 mile walk every day, wearing my iPod (loaded with Gino's music, of course), and I may suddenly start dancing down the street while listening to that song!! My neighbors may think I'm crazy.....but at least it should give them a good laugh! I think the cover of the CD and poetry book are both beautiful, but honestly........you can't go wrong with photos of Gino.

Thank you again for all your kind words, and for writing to tell me this very nice thing. If you ever want a print of that painting of Gino, I can sure send you one to put in your "Gino" museum.
Amy Hayden

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[36]:An e-mail from Jane in the USA dated Tuesday 3 February 2009 with the subject: RE: radio interview

Good Afternoon B&T,
Thanks so much for taking the time for me!

I was able to tune in to the second radio show you had listed on Saturday the 30th….it was great hearing him live on the radio! I wondered if possibly the radio station there would be able to play the recording again or offer it on their website for the fans to hear. It might be worth asking about. I will try to send them an email and ask them about it (hopefully they will be able to read and answer in English!)

I will be getting the new cd for my birthday (next week) but I think I will wait until it is available in the U.S.; do you have any idea how much longer we have to wait over here to purchase it at some place like Amazon.com? Will it be offered on His website? I would rather purchase it from Him if possible.

By the way, you are NOT too stupid for anything! Your website is wonderful! The graphics are fantastic, the constant updates and accurate information you report for all of us fans is priceless. We would be lost without you!
Thanks a million…..Jane

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[37]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Woensdag 4 Februari 2009 van Wil Spelbos uit Utrecht in Nederland met het onderwerp: "A Good Thing"

Hallo Barend & Trees.
Wat was het genieten met Gino op de radio, ik heb in spanning geluisterd naar het live optreden van Gino op radio 538 bij Edwin Evers.

Het klonk geweldig, al was het voor Gino misschien nog wat vroeg op de dag maar dat was zeker niet te horen. Super !!!

Ik ben echt benieuwd naar de nieuwe cd. The Measure of a Man swingt de pan uit, om het maar op zijn Hollands te zeggen, hopelijk zal Gino dit nummer ook in Tivoli gaan zingen.
Tot donderdag, liefs van Wil.

[37]: English/Engels: An e-mail dated Wednesday 4 February 2009 from Wil Spelbos in Utrecht, Holland with the subject: "A Good Thing"

Hello Barend and Trees,
It was again enjoyment and happyness with Gino on the radio, I listened in a state of great tension to Gino's live performance on Radio 538 with Edwin Evers.

The sound was fantastic even on this early hour of the day for Gino, we could not hear it. Super !!!!

I am much more curious and anxious for the new cd. The Measure of a Man swings like crazy to say it in the Dutch way, I hope Gino will sing this song in Tivoli too.
See you on Thursday, love Wil.

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[38]:An e-mail from Patti in New York in the USA dated Tuesday 3 February 2009 with the subject: Bestillingsbekræftelse (ordre nr. 613833)

Hi guys!
I purchased Gino's new CD and have no idea what I paid or if I even did it right.
Can you help me understand this?
Thanks and I hope all is well.
Miss you guys!
Patti

A word from the editors B&T: Here is an example of a Danish order confirmation but we have to tell you we cannot translate it because we do not speak or write Danish we have the Dutch language from Holland!

We know Tak means Thank you very much! That's it.
The prices in Danish money Danish Kroner DKK 139,95 is about 19 Euro = 25 USA$$$
Postage in Danish Money Danish Kroner DKK 54.00 is about 8 Euro = 10 USA$$$

Don't know if you have to add tax or not but we think you have to pay at leasy $40 USA Dollars for this cd-book and IT'S SO WORTH WHILE!!!! And a release date for the far away countries is not a nice story yet! So if you still have $40 somewhere, order A GOOD THING in Holland, the Netherlands or in Denmark. Whereever you want and we can tell you it's safe. Here is the A GOOD THING links web page!The editors B&T dated 21 February 2009. Back to messages number 38 - 43 and 55

> Subject: Bestillingsbekræftelse (ordre nr. 613833) > From: bestilling@imusic.dk > Date: Thu, 5 Feb 2009 03:43:26 +0100 (CET) > Hej Patti. > > Tak for din bestilling. > > Vi har d. 05/02-2009 registreret denne bestilling fra dig: > > CD: Gino Vannelli: A Good Thing (2009) > Forventet levering mellem 23/02-2009 og 25/02-2009 > 1 stk. a DKK 139,95 DKK 139,95 > > Køb i alt DKK 139,95 > Porto, emballage og ekspedition DKK 54,00 > > Beløb til fakturering DKK 193,95 > Heraf udgør moms (25,00% af DKK 155,16) DKK 38,79 > Du kan her og nu og så ofte du ønsker følge leveringsstatus på dine bestillinger ved at logge ind og vælge "Mine bestillinger". > Eller du kan klikke her: > https://www.imusic.dk/ > > Du modtager en mail så snart det bestilte afsendes herfra. > > Hvis du har valgt afhentning, får du tilsvarende en mail når det er klar. > > Betaler du med betalings- eller kreditkort, trækkes beløbet først ved levering herfra. > > Betaler du ved bankoverførsel beder vi dig om at indsætte beløbet nu til > Reg. nr: 5073 konto 0001647280 (i Jyske Bank) > Angiv kun ordre nr. 613833. > > Hvis du har valgt at betale med girokort, kan du forvente at modtage > det en af de nærmeste dage, til betaling senest 10 dage fra i dag. > > Efter leveringen har du 14 dages retur/fortrydelsesret. > Betingelsen for at anvende fortrydelsesretten er, at varen tilbageleveres i samme stand som du modtager den. > Er der tale om plomberede varer, må plomberingen ikke være brudt. > > Dette er ikke en ordrebekræftelse, men blot en kopi af hvad vi har registreret ved din bestilling. > > Har du spørgsmål til denne bestilling kan du stille dem til: > bestilling@imusic.dk (klik "besvar/reply" på denne mail), > og sørg venligst for at ordrenummer 613833 er oplyst! > > Med venlige iMusic hilsner og tak for din bestilling. > > www.imusic.dk > Audio Visionary Music ApS > Ryesgade 18, 1 > 8000 Aarhus C - Denmark

See messages before the release date: number 38 - 43 and 55

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[39]:An e-mail from Walter in Italy dated 5 February 2009 with the subject: From the cd-book links web page where you can find a link to order Gino Vannelli's A GOOD THING...

Ciao,
sono Doldi Valter vorrei informazioni sull'uscita in Italia del cd-book di Gino Vannelli.
Grazie infinite

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[40]:An e-mail from Melissa & Joe in TEXAS, USA dated 5 February 2009 with the subject: comment-revised email-The measure of a Man

Thank You B & T for keeping all of us up to date on GINO'S New Masterpiece, A GOOD THING, it is certainly A PERFECT THING!!

I've only heard the clip of The Measure of a Man that you provide and I Love the Sound of Latin Jazz Mix to this.. Coming from a Hispanic/Latin background, I cant help to MooooVE to this song! and my husband just loves it too! He says, GINO is right on with the name and music of this song.

GINO continues to be his Best and more in all that he does...He is Absolutely Amazing! Can't wait to hear the entire CD and read his Poetry. Just wondering when it will be released is the U.S.for purchase? (Amazon, Music & book stores) Also, how about radio air time such as XM/SeriusSatellite Radio () so that many of us across the states can listen?
HUGE HUGS,
Melissa & Joe A. TEXAS (you may post this email)

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[41]:An e-mail from Terry Scelfo in Pittsburgh, PA, USA dated Sunday 8 February 2009 with the subject: Royalty

Any sightings of Queen "B" at the King of Musics concert??
Great hearing that the shows were soooooo....
Can't wait to hear the full reviews.
Gino is going to recite his poems?????????????????? Why don't you just pull my finger nails out??? Sooooooooooooooooooo unfair!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

But, A Good Thing comes to those who wait!!!!!!
Luv, me

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[42]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Donderdag 12 Februari 2009 van Eveline uit Amstelveen in Nederland met het onderwerp: CD release

Hi Barend & Trees,
Morgen is toch de release van de nieuwe Cd A Good thing?
Weet je of ie al te koop is in de winkels?
Wil graag mijn Valentijn ermee verwennen deze zaterdag.
Groetjes, Eveline

[42]: English/Engels: An e-mail from Eveline in Amstelveen, The Netherlands Thursday 12 February 2009 with the subject: CD release

Hi Barend & Trees,
Is tomorrow the day that the new CD "A GOOD THING" will be released?
Do you know if it is for sale already in the shops?
I like to spoil my Valentine with this new Gino Vannelli CD this Saterday.
Kind regards, Eveline.

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[43]:An e-mail from Ron M. in Montréal, Québec, Canada dated Friday 13 February 2009 with the subject: Fw: Bestillingsbekræftelse (ordre nr. 619657)

Hello guys,
it' Ron, Gino's cousin in Montreal
. Hope you are both well.
I ordered the CD and got this reply- can u please translate
Thanks, Ron

----- Original Message ----- From: bestilling@imusic.dk Sent: Thursday, February 12, 2009 5:17 PM Subject: Bestillingsbekræftelse (ordre nr. 619657) > Hej Ron M. > Tak for din bestilling. > Vi har d. 12/02-2009 registreret denne bestilling fra dig: > CD: Gino Vannelli: A Good Thing (2009) > Forventet levering mellem 23/02-2009 og 25/02-2009 > 3 stk. a DKK 139,95 DKK 419,85 > Køb i alt DKK 419,85 > Porto, emballage og ekspedition DKK 90,00 > Beløb til fakturering DKK 509,85 > Heraf udgør moms (25,00% af DKK 407,88) DKK 101,97 > Du kan her og nu og så ofte du ønsker følge leveringsstatus på dine > bestillinger ved at logge ind og vælge "Mine bestillinger". > Eller du kan klikke her: > https://www.imusic.dk/ > > Du modtager en mail så snart det bestilte afsendes herfra. > > Hvis du har valgt afhentning, får du tilsvarende en mail når det er klar. > > Betaler du med betalings- eller kreditkort, trækkes beløbet først ved levering herfra. > Betaler du ved bankoverførsel beder vi dig om at indsætte beløbet nu til > Reg. nr: 5073 konto 0001647280 (i Jyske Bank) > Angiv kun ordre nr. 619657. > Hvis du har valgt at betale med girokort, kan du forvente at modtage > det en af de nærmeste dage, til betaling senest 10 dage fra i dag. > Efter leveringen har du 14 dages retur/fortrydelsesret. > Betingelsen for at anvende fortrydelsesretten er, at varen tilbageleveres > i samme stand som du modtager den. > Er der tale om plomberede varer, må plomberingen ikke være brudt. > Dette er ikke en ordrebekræftelse, men blot en kopi af hvad vi har registreret ved din bestilling. > Har du spørgsmål til denne bestilling kan du stille dem til: > bestilling@imusic.dk (klik "besvar/reply" på denne mail) > og sørg venligst for at ordrenummer 619657 er oplyst! > > Med venlige iMusic hilsner og tak for din bestilling. > > www.imusic.dk > Audio Visionary Music ApS > Ryesgade 18, 1 > 8000 Aarhus C - Denmark. > > --------------------

See messages before the release date: number 38 - 43 and 55

See the words of the editors in message number 38 on this web page.

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[44]: Nederlands/Dutch: Een e-mail d.d. Vrijdag 13 Februari 2009 van Eveline uit Amstelveen in Nederland met het onderwerp: CD release A GOOD THING

Hoi Barend en Trees,
Ik ga het hier bij de BIJenkorf in Amstelveen tussen de middag proberen. Dan laat ik hem bij het volgende Gino optreden signeren als ie dat wil. Paradiso was top maar ik vond Tilburg met Magago toch echt heeeeeel bijzonder. Daar hoorden we toen voor het eerst A Good Thing en met Bert op de piano, gewoon fantastisch!
Dank voor je tips!
Groetjes, Eveline

[44]: English/Engels: An e-mail from Eveline in Amstelveen, The Netherlands Friday 13 February 2009 with the subject: CD release A GOOD THING

Hi Barend and Trees,
I am going to try to buy the new cd at the Bijenkorf in Amstelveen at lunchtime.
And after the next concert I will ask Gino to sign it if He wants to. Paradiso was TOP again but The Magogo concert in Tilburg was still the very special and unique concert. At that concert we heard A GOOD THING for the very first time and with Bert on piano, JUST FANTASTIC!
Thanks for all the tips!
Kind regards, Eveline.

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[45]: Nederlands/Dutch: Nog een e-mail d.d. Vrijdag 13 Februari 2009 van Eveline uit Amstelveen in Nederland met het onderwerp: RE: CD release A GOOD THING

Ik heb um! Er lagen er een paar bij de BIJENKORF hier in Amstelveen!

Ziet er mooi uit maar al ingepakt en was al gesealed op de balie waarie lag bij de BIJ heb hem ook gesealed gelaten want ik ben bang dat mijn valentijn op dezelfde gedachte is gekomen.
bye
groetjes, Eveline

[45]: English/Engels: Another e-mail from Eveline in Amstelveen, The Netherlands Friday 13 February 2009 with the subject: RE: CD release A GOOD THING

I HAVE IT! There are still a few in stock at the Bijenkorf in Amstelveen!

Looks very beautiful but it's already sealed when I took it from the desk at the Bijenkorf and I left it sealed because maybe my Valentine has the same idea's like me...
Greetings, Eveline

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[46]: An e-mail from David P. in the USA dated Saterday 14 February 2009 with the subject: Gino Vannelli tour data and information web page of the year 2008...

Hello guys.
I'm jealous Gino spends so much time in u'r part of the world with 1 of a kind type concerts.

How can I purchase the new CD? Even his website doesn't mention it. I'm in the US and a fan since the 70's. I don't have the 2008 Jazz Festival CD as well and would like to purchase it. Also, if there are videos compatible with North America players - I'd love 2 purchase.
David P.

link... link... link... link...

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[47]:An e-mail from Kathy in Texas, USA dated Tuesday 17 February 2009 with the subject: Fwd: Din bestilling er afsendt (ordre nr. 609531)

Hello sweet Barend and Trees,
can you please tell me what this email says.?
I hope it says my Gino cd is being shipped!
I am so looking forward to getting it!
Thank you so much, Kathy in Texas
hahaha Gino's biggest fan in Texas!

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[48]:An e-mail from Kara in Texas, USA dated Tuesday 17 February 2009 with the subject: re Gino's new CD

I checked one of the Dutch CD places on your website--Plato, I think--and it was $18.95 in Euro--do you know how many US dollars that is? Is it safe to use that website to get this cd (and I assume the booklet comes with it)?

I was wondering if I should wait until it is released in Canada and order on Amazon.ca....do you know when it will be released in Canada? I'd like to order the Cd/booklet but don't know how much it actually costs.
Kara M

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[49]:An e-mail from Tom G. Location: USA, Indiana, South Bend. Dated Wednesday 18 February 2009 with the subject: From the A GOOD THING web page number 6 with reviews and comments...

First, thank you soooo much for keeping us all updated on Gino.
My wife and I went to Vegas in November and was blown away at his concert and was able to meet him.
I have heard a rumor that he is coming back to Vegas in late May (YES!).

Just keep us abreast of how, when and where we can get this new CD of Gino.
Going to drive me crazy till I get it in my hands.
Tom G. Location: USA, Indiana, South Bend.

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[50]:An e-mail from Mark H. in Oregon, USA, dated Wednesday 18 February 2009 with the subject: Hi

Hi Barend and Trees,
See Gino has the new cd out.
I heard the single. Very good song.
Had to laugh at the pics from video clip.
It's like a 1984 MTV flashback. lol
Hope things are going good for you both.

Lots of changes finally over here in the states.
Hopefully things are going to get better. We'll see.

I really like the cover pic of the new cd.
Remember how terrible that Slow Love CD picture was.
Since then all his cd cover pics have been really good I thought.
Are you going to travel Europe and take in all the live concerts for this new tour?

My brother did finally get to see Gino in Vegas the past few years and thought the shows were fantastic. Especially those first shows he did in Vegas at the first casino. I guess the crowd was exceptional as was Gino.

Well it's been some time I don't check the websites nearly as much as years ago but it's great you both are still helping spread the word for Gino!
Take Care, Mark

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[51]:An e-mail from Susan in Montréal, Québec, Canada dated Wednesday 18 February 2009 with the subject: available in Canada???

Hi,
Hoping you are in great shape..
Just a question...Do you know when the new Gino Vannelli's CD will be available in Canada???
Thanks in advance
Susan in Montreal

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[52]:An e-mail from Cynthia in Las Vegas, NV, USA dated Thursday 19 February 2009 with the subject: Didn't want the month to pass...

Thank you. I will now. The clip from A measure of a man is AWESOME.
It appears he's touring quite a bit over there. Tell him we miss him in the States.
Here's to GV madness now and always,
Love ya, Cyn

P.S. Thanks for the great links. Can't wait to see him saunter through on the video clips on YouTube.

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[53]:An e-mail from Melissa A. in Texas USA dated Saterday 21 February 2009 with the subject: Ordered 'A GOOD THING"

Dear B & T
I know you are extremely busy with the GOOD THING and your absolute devotion to your humble hobby, You are wonderful !
I just wanted to tell you that if you ever have the chance and you want to have good laugh with Gino, as all the good times you share; show him that Post, at ginovannelli.info. or this one. Gino just might remember that short story..? I'm sure Gino has heard and seen a lot a times, but this was a "Cute Thing" to remember and so special. It's really great to see that my nephew has continued to carry Gino's music through out his life, as I have since the age of 7. Can't wait to see and hear Gino perform once again here in the states!
Get Rest and Be Well,
Huge Hugs, M.A./Texas

I cut and pasted for you and Gino.

Dear Barend and Trees:
Yes! I can't stand it any longer.
All the wonderful comments from the fans, before and after show pictures; seeing Gino with much Joy on his face. That glorious smile and Happiness says it all ! I just ordered 4 cds from plato.nl last night I couldn't wait for the release dates here in the U.S. Two are gifts to special brothers,(I have 6), and a special nephew, now 27 that grew up listening to Gino's music, as I did, thanks to his father, my brother.

Another is going to another brother that listened with his headphones to Gino every night, two favorites, the "Gist of Gemini, and Pauper in Paradise." Gino is so special in so many ways to people across this world.. The special nephew I'm giving this cd to once met Gino in the mid 90's here in Dallas' Jazz Fest, Yonder Tree days, and he and his mother told Gino a very very funny but true story. They told him, he was almost named after Gino when he was born because his dad, my brother, was his # 1 Fan ! Had he not been the 4th generation to take my grandfathers name, my nephew's great grandfather, he then would of been named "Gino" Gino just smiled heavenly as he gave his autograph. It meant a lot to my nephew to meet this Grand Man of Music. He lives with this story and admires our devotion to his music. The two brothers still await to meet Gino some day; they hold the earlier concerts in memory as if it was yesterday, and they admire my picture with Gino at the Nov. 22, 08 show in New Orleans. I know , they will cherish this new cd especially with extra Poetry to be read. We wait patiently for the cds to arrive.

So much Euphoria in the air!

Thank you once again for all your dedicated work, your love and devotion for Gino and his Amazing Music; no words can express his creations, only complete Brilliance, and that it is a GOOD THING and Beyond!

HUGE HUGS from TEXAS
With Melissa A
(M.A., you may post this)

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[54]:An e-mail from Maru in Mexico City, South America dated Saterday 21 February 2009 with the subject: To be posted on page 6 of THE MEASURE OF A MAN, please.

Hello my dear lovely friends:
It's amazing what we can get through your website!
I'm really happy because yesterday I got an e-mail from Denmark, telling me they sent my new cd-book, on Feb. 19. So now I just have to wait that it arrives home.

In the meantime, I'm enjoying of the video you posted of THE MEASURE OF A MAN and it's really GREAT, and what to say about THE KNIGHT OF THE ROAD, Oh my God Gino's voice is EXTRAORDINARY!!! And the music is soooooo nice! I can't wait to listen to DON'T GIVE UP ON ME and all the other songs that I'm sure will be FANTASTIC, as everything Gino does. All my admiration and respect for THE BEST VOICE.

And to you, THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart for your dedication, because you make Gino fans happier human beings, and that's pretty much in this times.
Best wishes and keep enjoying Gino's concerts and thank you again for sharing all the wonderful stories, pictures, videos, music, links and friends.
Lots of love from Mexico City.

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[55]:An e-mail from Terry in Pittsburgh, PA, USA dated Sunday 22 February 2009 with the subject: Danish Emails, a translation from the Danish to the English Language...

The email also says they are ready to accept my order, and directs me to mail my payment unless I've have paid by card and the payment particulars, in which case the cd will arrive within the next week or so. I'll assume that everyone has already paid and doesn't need this info. Ordre: 608693. Hej Terry Scelfo. Tak for din bestilling. Thanks for your order. Vi har d. 28/01-2009 registreret denne bestilling fra dig: We have accepted your order of 1/28/09 CD: Gino Vannelli: A Good Thing (2009) Forventet levering mellem 16/02-2009 og 18/02-2009 Expected delivery between 2/16/09 - 2/18/09 10 stk. / 10 items @ a DKK 139,95 = DKK 1390,95 Køb i alt DKK 1390,95 Porto, emballage og ekspedition DKK 90,00 Postage, packing and shipping Beløb til fakturering Invoice amount DKK 1480,95 Heraf udgør moms (25,00% af DKK 1390,95) VAT Tax Du kan her og nu og så ofte du ønsker følge leveringsstatus på dine bestillinger ved at logge ind og vælge "Mine bestillinger". Eller du kan klikke her: You can check on the status of your orders by logging in and choosing " my orders ". Or you can click here : https://www.imusic.dk Du modtager en mail så snart det bestilte afsendes herfra. Hvis du har valgt afhentning, får du tilsvarende en mail når det er klar. Betaler du med betalings- eller kreditkort, trækkes beløbet først ved levering herfra. Betaler du ved bankoverførsel beder vi dig om at indsætte beløbet nu til Reg. nr: 5073 konto 0001647280 (i Jyske Bank) Angiv kun ordre nr. 608693. Hvis du har valgt at betale med girokort, kan du forvente at modtage det en af de nærmeste dage, til betaling senest 10 dage fra i dag. Efter leveringen har du 14 dages retur/fortrydelsesret. Betingelsen for at anvende fortrydelsesretten er, at varen tilbageleveres i samme stand som du modtager den. Er der tale om plomberede varer, må plomberingen ikke være brudt. Dette er ikke en ordrebekræftelse, men blot en kopi af hvad vi har registreret ved din bestilling. Har du spørgsmål til denne bestilling kan du stille dem til: bestilling@imusic.dk (klik "besvar/reply" på denne mail), og sørg venligst for at ordrenummer 608693 er oplyst! Med venlige iMusic hilsner og tak for din bestilling. www.imusic.dk Audio Visionary Music ApS Ryesgade 18, 1 8000 Aarhus C - Denmark.

See messages before the release date: number 38 - 43 and 55

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[56]:An e-mail from Mickey in California, USA dated Sunday 22 February 2009 with the subject: Re: Hello dear Gino Vannelli fans and Friends,

Dear B & T,
Thanks for the links and the info.
Sorry I haven't been in touch lately.
I haven't forgotten the 'gift package' that I am going to send you from Southern California.
Time sure gets away...Keep up the great work! M.R.

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[57]:An e-mail from Mert Meeker Portland, Oregon USA dated Sunday 22 February 2009 with the subject: Re: Hello dear Gino Vannelli fans and Friends,

Dear B & T,
thank you for the information.
Good to hear from you.
Mert Meeker
Portland, Oregon USA

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[58]:An e-mail from Maria in the USA dated Sunday 22 February 2009 with the subject: Re: Hello dear Gino Vannelli fans and Friends,

Dear All,
Thanks so much for this update.
I don't know why there are not too many tour dates in the USA.
I appreciate knowing about the CDs, etc and how to order them.
I have not had a new Gino album since "Canto".

If you find out any USA tour dates, especially on the west coast of the US or in Vancouver, please let me know.
Best wishes, Maria

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[59]:An e-mail from Charles Jaworski in Canada dated Monday 22 February 2009 with the subject: More information about Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada Concert

Dear Barend and Trees:
As mentioned in my previous email, Gino Vannelli's April 16, 2009 concert in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada has been moved from the Club Regent Casino to the McPhillips Street Station Casino. The complete address and telephone number of the McPhillips Street Station Casino are:

McPhillips Street Station Casino
484 McPhillips Street
Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada
Telephone: (204)957-2500

Tickets go on sale starting March 5, 2009. Seating is limited to 450. The Concert area in the Casino is very nice.

I recently ordered "A Good Thing" from Plato in Holland. I am looking forward to receiving it! Best wishes, Charles Jaworski

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[60]:An e-mail from Patti & Toni in New York, USA dated Monday 23 February 2009 with the subject: New CD

Hi there~
I am patiently waiting for my CD but no news yet on any arrival date.
If I send you some cash can you get one and mail it to me?
I hate to ask but I can't get an answer from the web site since I don't know Danish language.

I understand if you can't but I thought I would ask just to see if you can get an extra one and mail it to me. I hope all is well and you are having fun seeing all the great Gino shows near you.
Miss you both,
Patti and Toni

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[61]:An e-mail from Mary W from Ohio, USA dated Monday 23 February 2009 with the subject: Hello dear Gino Vannelli fans and Friends,

Hi Barened and Trees!
I haven't talked to you in a while. How have you been? Thank you for all you do to promote Gino's work internationally... if it were not for you, I would never have the opportunity to order the new CD-book . I have already ordered mine and wait impatiently for it to come. I used a link from your website that was only in Dutch, but I managed to do it with a language translator. I have since recieved email from them that "A Good Thing" with come this week!!!!!.... I am so happy....
Take care,
Gino Sista Mary W..... from Ohio

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[62]:Another e-mail from Kara in Texas,USA dated Monday 23 February 2009 with the subject: New CD

YOU GUYS ARE SO SPECIAL! I will send the cash to you in a card, but I am also sending you a box that contains something I hand made for both of you as a thank you for all the times you have gotten Gino's things for me. (I would send Gino something too but I'm sure the man has everything under this sun and wouldn't really want something a fan made, but please tell him THANK YOU from the bottom of my heart when you see him again.) If it weren't for you guys, we in the States would have a really hard time ever knowing what Gino was doing and we sure would have trouble buying the CD's that's for sure! You guys are life-savers!

You are making me feel very bad and guilty about asking you to have Gino sign it for me...I really do not want to make any extra work for you (or Gino) and I apologize if it was a real inconvenience. I had to ask though because the odds of me getting to see Gino in person and have him sign it are slim to none...THANK YOU AND GINO for doing this for me! I guess from reading your website and seeing all the pictures of you at Gino's concerts (and you guys driving him to some places) I thought you lived very near Gino and were neighbors. I am so sorry if this was a problem for you.

I'm excitedly waiting for the CD and booklet--I know it will be awesome! Thanks again! Kara

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[63]:Another e-mail from Patti in New York,USA dated Tuesday 24 February 2009 with the subject: New CD

I asked you for a favor and you came thru right away.
I can return the favor. Money is tough these days and you didn't blink and eye to help me out.
I will repay you and give a little extra for the Gino fund.

I do appreciate you both and all that you do, not just for me but for all of the Gino fans out there looking for info and pictures.
You both are very special and I hope you know you have special places in our hearts.
Thanks again,
Patti

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[64]:Another e-mail from a happy Kara in Dallas, Texas, USA dated Tuesday 24 February 2009 with the subject: Gino's new CD

yes, if you would please send me one I would very much appreciate it.
Just tell me what the final price will be and then I will send you cash....you are so thoughtful to do this! THANK YOU SO MUCH!

I know you have a million things to do besides sending me this little cd, but it means the world to me since we can't get it over here.
(I know Gino is swamped but any chance he could sign it for me?)
Kara

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[65]:An e-mail from Lisa in Arizona, SA dated Tuesday 24 February 2009 with the subject: I do not believe the life of a musician is glamorous!

Dear Barend and Trees, It was very nice to hear from you, and please do not apologize for not emailing sooner. I know how busy you are with the Gino website, not to mention working and living your lives, so I never except to hear from such busy people. You two are obviously very kind and thoughtful and I would hate to impose a burden of expecting a reply.

No, I do not believe the life of a musician is glamorous! I used to be friends with a jazz pianist, a very gifted man, but nowhere near the commercial and artistic success level of Gino Vannelli, and this man I knew works very hard and is very poor. I have really enjoyed seeing the photos you have posted of the fans in the Netherlands waiting for autographs from Gino. I enjoy seeing the excitement in their faces. I especially liked the set of photos shot from the angle of being behind the desk where Gino was signing pictures. It was a great angle to get the reactions of the fans as they waited, and they are photos full of joy. Indeed it is joyous to meet someone who's music has meant so much to you. Your photos capture that very well. I hope Gino treasures them, and I hope it is a comfort to him as I can imagine how tiring it must be, and he is so generous with his fans! There are a lot of performers who do not do autograph sessions like he does. I can also imagine how tiring it must be for his wife. My husband has been working 12-hour days and half-days on Saturdays for several months now and I miss seeing him. So I can imagine how Gino's wife feels. I think it would be difficult for me to not feel some amount of jealousy or resentment if I were in her place.

I have not yet ordered Gino's new album package. I am hoping that some U.S. fans who have ordered it successfully will perhaps post on your guestbook about which company they bought it from, and then I would feel more secure in doing that. I am anxious to hear it, and also to read the poetry!!

So, dear Barend and Trees, I wish you good health as well, and hope that you are blessed with everything you need to follow your dreams. Once I am able to listen to A Good Thing, I will be sure to send you my impressions.
Thank you for your kindness, Lisa

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[66]:An e-mail from Bruno Le Flanchec, Home residency : Singapore, Asia dated 25 February 2009 with the subject: for those who are waiting for the CD...

Hello Barend and Tress,
Will do .... cant wait to listen to it .....asked a friend to buy it in Paris but still in import .... 4 to 9 weeks of wait though they sell it in Belgium.... crazy or what? hahaha so might just buy it from one of the links u are giving ...
Cheers! Take care, Bruno

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[67]:An e-mail from Mark in Oregon, USA dated 25 February 2009 with the subject: Hi

Hi Barend and Trees,
See Gino has the new cd out. I heard the single. Very good song.
Had to laugh at the pics from video clip. It's like a 1984 MTV flashback. lol
Hope things are going good for you both.
Lots of changes finally over here in the states.
Hopefully things are going to get better. We'll see.
I really like the cover pic of the new cd.
Remember how terrible that Slow Love CD picture was.
Since then all his cd cover pics have been really good I thought.

Are you going to travel Europe and take in all the live concerts for this new tour?
My brother did finally get to see Gino in Vegas the past few years and thought the shows were fantastic. Especially those first shows he did in Vegas at the first casino. I guess the crowd was exceptional as was Gino.

Well it's been some time I don't check the websites nearly as much as years ago but it's great you both are still helping spread the word for Gino!
Take Care, Mark

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[68]:An e-mail from Julie in Pennsylvania, USA dated 25 February 2009 with the Gino's new cd...

Hi,
Wow the card arrived much sooner than I thought it would! I mailed it on Friday, February 20, 2008. I'm so excited !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I will definitely let you know how much I love Gino's new music.....I just know I'll be thrilled! Gino's music has carried me through so much both difficult times and happy times. I can't even begin to guess what life would be like with his music and words... something about his music seems to touch the soul. I know it's early, but have a really nice weekend! Jules

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Yessssssssssssssssss Gino Vannelli's
A GOOD THING is released now at Friday the 13th of February 2009!!!!!!!!!!!

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Radio Promo's:

Radio2 Promo 1 in MP3.

Radio2 Promo 1 in RM Rreal Media... voor de RealPlayer.

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Radio2 Promo 2 in MP3.

Radio2 promo 2 in rm Real Media voor de RealPlayer.

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Media:

Nederlands/Dutch: EEN NIEUW ALBUM VAN GINO VANNELLI

06-02-2009 16:27
Voor het eerst sinds 2005 komt de Canadese zanger Gino Vannelli met een nieuw pop (studio) album. Het merendeel van de teksten heeft Gino geschreven in Nederland en daarom heeft het album de toepasselijke titel ‘Walkin’ the Dutchbeat’ meegekregen. Gino heeft op dit album gewerkt met een aantal nationale en internationale muzikanten. Dit bijzondere album komt in een bijzondere verpakking. Alle gedichten van Gino Vannelli komen in een mooi boekje op DVD formaat. Behalve de nodige promotionele activiteiten treedt Gino ook diverse malen op in Nederland. Gino leeft en werkt zowel in de USA als ook in Nederland.

Gino Vannelli is te zien in onderstaande plaatsen:
05 feb Tivoli, Utrecht
07 feb Paard van Troje, Den Haag
08 feb Paradiso, Amsterdam
15 feb Oosterpoort, Groningen
20 mrt Theater aan het Vrijthof, Maastricht
22 mrt Boerderij, Zoetermeer

Tracklist:
A Good Thing
This Day On
Night Drive The DutchBeat
Gypsy Days
Knight Of The Road
Evermore
The Measure of a Man
Don't Give Up on Me
+ 23 gedichten

Produced & written by Gino Vannelli
GINO VANNELLI - A GOOD THING
Release: 13-02-2009 Bestelnummer: cmm 2008219

English/Engels: A NEW ALBUM BY GINO VANNELLI

06-02-2009 16:27
For the first time since 2005 the Canadian singer Gino Vannelli comes up with a new pop (studio) album. Gino wrote most of the lyrics in the Netherlands and that's why this album got the appropriate titel 'Walkin'the DutchBeat' Gino worked with national and international musicians on this album. This special albums comes with a special package. All Gino Vannelli's poems are in a beautiful booklet in dvd size. Except for all the promotional activities Gino also performs several times in the Netherlands. Gino works and lives in the USA but also in the Netherlands.

Gino Vannelli can be seen in the cities underneath:
05 feb Tivoli, Utrecht
07 feb Paard van Troje, Den Haag
08 feb Paradiso, Amsterdam
15 feb Oosterpoort, Groningen
20 march Theater aan het Vrijthof, Maastricht
22 march Boerderij, Zoetermeer

Tracklist:
A Good Thing
This Day On
Night Drive The DutchBeat
Gypsy Days
Knight Of The Road
Evermore
The Measure of a Man
Don't Give Up on Me
+ 23 poems

Produced & written by Gino Vannelli
GINO VANNELLI - A GOOD THING
Release: 13-02-2009 Article/cd-nummer: cmm 2008219

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