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![]() ![]() I was a young 12 year old boy in 1973 when my mother dated a gentleman for the first time since her divorce. Her date arrived at our house one night and unexpectedly presented her with a gift of Neil's "Hot August Night" album. He told her that this is "good music." I remember having no clue who Neil Diamond was but I also remember overhearing this LP played over and over and thinking, "wow, this guys got something." When I was 15 I bought my mom the "Beautiful Noise" album and again we both were hooked. I will try to keep this very short because when I get going about Neil Diamond in conversation sometimes I literally can not stop. Today I am 38 years old and have seen "my man" 23 times at numerous venues, with the most recent being in my hometown of Worcester, MA in December of 1999 (with Neil giving our grieving city a very personal moral boost). Of course, my dear 72 year old mom was at my side, being her 10th Neil "experience" with me. For anyone, *anyone*, who knows me my name is synonymous with Neil Diamond's. When his name comes up, my name comes up. When folks visit my house my CD collection always comes up in conversation as it is *entirely* Neil Diamond. To me, no one else compares. ![]() I feel absolutely blessed that God has crossed my time here on earth with Neil Diamond's. Neil has become a major part of my life and he has moved me like none other. I truly love "my man." May he sing forever. Tom Gaudette Worcester, MA 2-26-2000 |
![]() ![]() A long-time Neil fan, Wendye 2-26-2000 *** "Turn Around" is track #1 on the Primitive album ~ Webmistress |
![]() ![]() I've been a fan since 1978...22 years. Neil Diamond said it best in his 1974 statement: The human voice is the most important instrument at our disposal, yet it is one of the most difficult to understand or define. You either hear it, or you don't. It either moves you, or it leaves you cold...it is more than just a sound...it is the soul itself... Rob Giovino Providence, RI 2-24-2000 |
![]() ![]() I knew to Neil with his song LONGFELLOW SERENADE, and since then, I love all his music. I have his music, at work, at home, at everywhere. Well, until soon, and pardon for my limited English, MIGUEL GIMENO (ESPAÑA) 2-20-2000 |
![]() ![]() I'm 58 yrs old and attend every concert that comes here to the Los Angeles area. This man will go down in history as one of our greatest entertainers. Go Neil! A "10" for sure. Sandy from Laquinta, CA 2-20-2000 |
![]() ![]() If a 9 year old can sing his songs heart by heart, what does that tell you??? Neil Diamond is the best singer/song writer that I have ever known. Vickie & Matthew 2-17-99 |
![]() ![]() I have my son to thank for my getting "hooked on Neil", as Song Sung Blue was his favorite song at the age of 3 and then came Beautiful Noise. The rest, they say, is history. He really does have a way of touching each and every one of us to the very souls of our being. When you leave one of his concerts, you are always left with wanting more and can't wait until he comes by our way again. Mr. Diamond, Thank you for your incredible gifts to the music world. You do deserve the Grammy for your Movie Album, and yes you should be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Betty from New York 2-14-2000 |
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![]() ![]() I am 43 and have been a fan since I was a teenager. My dad bought a tape of Neil and we played it at night. I would tell him to turn it up!!!! But in the past six years, I have grown to love the man for who he is and what he represents to his fans. What a wonderful experience to read the adoration and respect that people, real people, have for the down to earth Neil. I say down to earth because he is so in tune with people: their lives, their fears, their wants, their spirituality, their innermost feelings. Being a musician and singer, I appreciate the lyrical messages, the soul reaching music produced by one of the greatest back-up bands I've ever heard, and the ominous presence of Neil's spirit on stage. Total excitement is the only way that I can express my feelings at his awesome and electric concerts. I have had the honor of attending two of his concerts in Winston-Salem, NC. I hope he comes back soon!! I need a Neil fix!! Ha! Ha! I would love to be up there singing back-up or a duet with him. That would be an awesome experience! So, Neil, if you need a good 'ol, down to earth church Music and Drama Director to help you out, CALL ME!!! I could certainly fit it into my busy schedule. Keep up the good work. I've gotten several of my friends on to you. They really enjoyed your concert a couple of years ago. Diehard fans, now. Love to you Neil!!! Your music is still traveling through space and past the stars. You'll live forever!!! Love in Christ, Jayne Adkins King, NC 2-12-2000 |
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![]() ![]() It's nice to see other people share their experiences by way of this site. Thanks for the site, and the memories. Scott and Jennifer Greer 1-24-2000 |
![]() ![]() "Happy Birthday" Neil, I will love your heart, mind, soul and music forever. Gloria 1-24-2000 |
![]() ![]() l can still remember as if it was yesterday as Neil walked up on stage and the first song was" Hello", my mouth dropped, l had never seen so many people standing, dancing, singing, and we all had seats but no one was using them. Well from that moment on l was a confirmed Neil -oholic and proud of it. l can never get enough of his music, anything Neil, l want it. As so many have said, he makes it seem as though he is singing for only you. As if he has never sang that song before, it is the first time and he is singing it for you. There is so much emotion, feeling as only Neil can do. So l would like to thank my mum for introducing me to Neils music. An experience to just be at his concerts, nothing comes close. So Neil if you ever read these posts Thank you, you are a beautiful person, and please keep on making your music, you give so much pleasure, happiness, joy to so many. Diamond Girl 1-13-2000 |