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To Neil Diamond Fans: I, too, have been a faithful fan for many years, since about 1969. His music touches my soul as few artists have been able to do. It is like he is singing personally to you and you alone. His music is spiritual at it's core, in my opinion. I've heard it said that the most personal feelings and thoughts are also the most universal, and, to me, Neil Diamond captures those thoughts and feelings so well in his music and has the humility and the courage to sing about them. Thank you, Neil Diamond, for your life and your music. It is all such a wonderful gift. Jo Ann Yuricic Tallahassee, FL 01-17-2008 |
I just got my 2008 NEIL DIAMOND calender in the mail December 4th. There are alot of great pictures of Neil. I sure am happy with it.
I also enjoy the 1970-2002 STAGES cd set. Heard that Neil has made another album. Know the songs are just as great as the songs Neil has
sung in the past. Looking forward to seeing Neil in concert again.
I will always be a NEIL DIAMOND FAN. Laura Hanawalt Newton, Iowa 12-10-07 |
Dear All,
I have always loved Neil Diamond ( in an embarrassingly passionate way when I was about 17 – luckily for him , I grew out of it). I have never seen him in concert. I am notoriously slow at sorting out stuff like ordering tickets etc. Plus my work is almost all consuming. Anyhow, to cut a long story short, about 2 years ago, I got ridiculously ill. I got back to work sporadically after an operation, then worsened to the point of you don’t want to know. Eventually, after another operation and a long time, I’m getting better. While I was so ill I discovered 12 Songs, and they comforted me and helped me in a way like no other music. I’m back at work now ( only went back 3 weeks ago). I need to drive a 50 mile round trip to work and back daily, and I have constantly had 12 Songs on in the car to get me there and back. It’s got to the point where I think even Neil would be embarrassed by my obsessive fascination with this fabulous set of songs and music. To be honest, out of concern for myself, I changed the CD and put a Van Morrison on instead. If you ever read this Van – you’re fab, but I need to get back to Neil for a while longer. I will always have a hole in my heart for this time and 12 Songs. Thanks! Love, Geraldine 11-25-07 |
Mr. Neil Diamond,
Absolutely in love with you and your music!!!! Hoping and waiting to see you soon again, would love to hear "12 Songs" live. Your voice has to be one of the greatest ever! Tere 10-25-07 |
I have to say how refreshing it is to read so many endearing comments left on this site. I knew I was not the only Neil fan, however, I was amazed at the volume and sentiments left by countless others.
I too, have been extremely fortunate in that I have seen Neil live somewhere in the region of 50 times. Each show lived upto my expectations. I was also very lucky in that on at least 4 occasions at the shows I was " front and centre ". If any Neil fan would like to become penpals with a genuine FOND then please email me at Paulrpayne@aol.com and I will promise a reply. It would be great to share some of our ND experiences......I look forward to recieving your correspondence. Take care. Paul 10-22-07 |
I have been a Neil Diamond fan for over 30 plus years.There is no one, no one who can capture the magic like Neil. My only regret is; I have never seen one of his concerts. I hope and pray before the Lord takes me that I will be able to attend a concert of his. It would be the highlight of my life. He sings me to sleep every evening. I put on my headset and there he is, singing to me. In the morning before I wake up, Neil and I have our morning of songs. When I travel, my headset and his CD;s are with me. I must spend more time with him than with my family. I am an artist and have many paintings, drawings and etchings of Neil. I onlyl wish there was some way I could at least send him one. He is my single obsession. I have every record that he has made and have duplicates for my car, my studio and my home. Tell me, are there any other singers out there????? Not for me. Jeanne Please come to Florida someday Neil. I will be first in line!!! 09-05-07 |
Hello Neil, Special musical man,Loving every minute I spend listening to you and the Band's music. I spend many joyful hours as I run my errands and work around my home and at work. I almost shudder when I think I might not have found your music, In My Lifetime, as I have missed the 60s and 70s, busy with rearing the children, I think. Plus my Husband was a Country Music Fan, Big Time! Hey! I am playing catchup fieriously. I am so thankful to you and the Band for lighting up my life and soothing my loneliness after the loss of my husband. Nothing else seemed to help like your music did. You might not fully understand this reaction to your songs. Your gift is phenominal, and if you don't realize it, your arsenal of fans surely does. Through listening to your lyrics, I feel like you are a dear friend; still would like to make that Pecan Pie for you in St. Louis Mo. Longing to see you and the band here very soon, Frances Miller Cahokia, Illinois 06-01-07 |
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Just thought I would let you know, that I am glad to be a Neil Diamond fan too. I have seen Neil in concert several times in Ames, IA. The last time I saw Neil, was in Moline, IL. Every concert was always exciting for me to be there. I love Neil and I sure would love to see him in concert again.
From a Neil Diamond fan, Laura Hanawalt Newton Iowa 04-16-07 |
Hello!Just a short note to let you know that I have been a Diamond fan for a very long time. Quite frankly....who isn't a Neil fan? Neil is a "chosen/gifted person" right up there with Streisand, only Neil chooses to be a little more "humble" about his talents! (Laugh out loud!) Lou Cote 02-10-07 |
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I have been a fan since the first time I saw you in Baton Rouge, LA in 1976 at the PMAC
and I now have all but 4 of your LP's. I have pictures on my wall in the
livingroom in my home that I call my Diamond wall.. I have a gold LP of Jonathan Livingston Seagull on that same wall..
I have seen you in concert 4 times and I love everthing you do. I hope you come back to Louisiana soon. I want to see you again.. I am a very HUGE fan. All I play in my truck is NEIL DIAMOND. I know all the words to all the songs.. Come back soon... Mark Walker, La. 02-02-07 |
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Dear Neil, Happy Birthday to a most Wonderful Guy. Have a great day & I hope a great year. Thinking of you with Love & Special Birthday Wishes, Bless You always, Love & Be happy, Ellen Dodd. N.ew Zealand. Martha xxxxxx 01-24-07 |
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If I could sit across the porch from God, I'd thank Him for lending me Neil Diamond. His songs make me feel alive!
Thank you so much and please come back to Boston soon. ~ Pat 01-19-07 |
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Hello again Hello.
Love your music, songs, lyrics & everything you do. That Christchurch New Zealand concert in March 2005 was just MAGIC. I hope you will be Blessed to sing & write more wonderful songs and live forever, your Music will live in my Heart forever and was a wonderful experience to actually SEE you. You are a wonderful man, Bless You always, Sincerely Ellen (New Zealand) Martha xxxxxxxx 01-15-07 |
I have been a huge fan since I was 6 years old. I can remember singing America in front of a bunch of adults when I was a kid. When we were little, my brother, sister and I drove out west with my grandparents and America was on every cassette in the camper! I am now 28 years old, and I have to say that there is not one song that does not spark a memory in my mind. Whether it be my childhood, or throughout my adult life. Your songs have always been a way to soothe my mind, and soul. I have seen you in concert 3 times, and I plan to see you again when you come back to Baltimore, Maryland. I was unable to see you last year, I am in the military and went away for a few months. Please come back soon!!
Thanks for the memories Neil !!!!!!!!!! Michael Baltimore, Maryland 12-08-06 |
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I have been a huge fan of Neil Diamond since he recorded "Sweet Caroline", so I'm
getting on in years. I have several of his record albums, no CD's yet, as I am a
retired widow with a low income. I still play my records, and I don't need all the new
stuff! I saw Neil in concert in Ames, Iowa several years ago, and it was the greatest
thrill of my life. I am 75, and work as a secretary part-time in a Catholic Church in
Carlisle, IA. I hope Neil is around for years to come.
Florence Lee 12-08-06 |
I rediscovered Neil Diamond on CNN's Larry King Live in late September 2003. At that time I was just turning 56 years of age and recovering from a serious illness. I was living at the old Texas homestead cattle ranch near Tioga, Texas.
I immediately ordered STAGES. Memories came back of times when I worked in Dallas, Texas and I covered for my co-workers as they attended a concert or two over the years. I always liked Neil's music. A person could not live on this planet and not hear one or two of his songs in the 70's, 80's and 90's. However I was not ever a Diamondhead until 2003. I am not allowed to drive due to my illness. I live with my 84 year old mother and she could listen to I AM I SAID, STONES, and CANTA LIBRE at least 5 times a day. Neil's music fills the house and our hearts. WHY? Because he has been at a particular place familiar to all. It is called the "depth of living". That place is deep in the Diamondhead Soul. I am glad to be here. Cecilia Guthrie 12-01-06 |
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I have been a Neil Diamond fan for as long as I can remember. I have never seen him concert as he has not come to South Africa but am hoping that one day he’ll decide to come this way. As I am typing this I have the Stages 2002 DVD playing. I am just sorry that there are not more DVD’s out. I have only three that I know of and that’s Stages, The Greatest Hits and The Jazz Singer. If anyone knows of any other DVD’s please let me know. I recently came across a CD called Up on the Roof. Well let me tell you this CD does not leave my computer. I just love his rendition of “Don’t be cruel”. But I have to admit that my ever two favorites are Crackling Rosie and Sweet Caroline. His voice just leaves me speechless. Since the release of 12 Songs I have to fight with my husband to even get my hands on it now.
Anyone who would like to correspond with a big fan please email me at val.sa@netactive.co.za A devoted fan in South Africa, Val 11-29-06 |
Just popped by as my brother is such a big fan, thought I'd reminisce, still looking great Neil !!! How d'ya do it?
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Hi all you Neil fans! My name is Frank from Birmingham England, just a short piece to say I've been a Diamondhead for well over thirty five years - the man is a god to me. Having seen our man in concert many times, I feel so proud to say to my children I have met the great man, and what a gentleman Neil is. There is no "Look at me, the big Super Star", that he truly is. Neil is a very warm and understanding man and always has time for the fans. Please take it from me, the good times have still never been so good if you saw Neil on his last world tour. If you know what i mean the beautiful noise is still there. I send my best wishes to Diamondheads all over the world! Frank McEntee Birmingham England 07-23-06 |
Neil,Thank you for always giving of yourself when you perform. When I listen to your new album I feel a personal connection to you and your thoughts. You have given so much to all of your fans in so many ways and I just want to say Thank You for being the Wonderful Person and performer you are. The people who share your daily life are very lucky to have such a giving person always around. Thank you again for the person you are. Peg Gutchigian 03-17-06 |
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I have always enjoyed listening to Neil's music. I totally enjoyed him in the JAZZ SINGER so much, I bought the tape. Keep up the good work, and may GOD BLESS YOU.
Paula Baker-Hettenhouser 03-05-06 |
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