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Topic: Just wondering,Has the ISGC forgotten about Smiley? |
Joe Casey
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 Posted 11 Jun 2010 7:53 am |
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It's been a while since I got up early one Sunday in St. Louis to see and hear Smiley play..Even "E" was up at that hour with a great big smile on his face as Smiley put smiles on many faces with his version of the Pete Drake talk box steel....The whole world needs more Smiles..
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John Floyd
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| Posted 11 Jun 2010 9:48 am |
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They Could Do Worse Than Smiley And its my understanding they have in the past few years.
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Chris Caruso
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Joe Casey
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Weeki Wachee .Springs FL (population.9)
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| Posted 12 Jun 2010 9:51 am |
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Chris I'd like to it would be fun to see you guys again..It all depends if Smiley goes I don't want to drive up alone..But we are planning to spend some time in New England probably late July early August..Say hi to Frank for me.. Glad you guys added a Steel.. 
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Steve Hitsman
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| Posted 12 Jun 2010 12:43 pm |
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They Could Do Worse Than Smiley And its my understanding they have in the past few years.
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What is that supposed to mean? |
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John Floyd
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| Posted 13 Jun 2010 6:25 am |
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Its Supposed to Mean Thats My Opinion, Nothing More
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Ransom Beers
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| Posted 15 Jun 2010 12:38 am |
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They Could Do Worse Than Smiley And its my understanding they have in the past few years.
Just how much worse? |
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John Floyd
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Roger Kelly
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Summerville, GA. 30747
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| Posted 15 Jun 2010 5:47 am |
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John, glad you posted some of Smileys playing. In my judgement Smiley is a extremely good player as this clip demonstrates. By the way, I understand your remark.
I have wondered how Smiley is doing these days. He used to post on here quite often but I have not seen him on here for a while. I hope he is well and happy. |
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Bill Ferguson
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| Posted 15 Jun 2010 5:49 am |
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So I am curious John,
If I understand correctly, you say that the ISGC has been putting some "worse players than Smiley" on the stage.
I don't recall seeing you at the convention ever.
So where do you get your information?
I too would like to see Smiley on the show. I feel sure there is a reason why he is not.
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Steve Hitsman
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Joe Casey
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| Posted 15 Jun 2010 6:40 am |
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I understand what John is trying to say..Smiley is a Journeyman steeler who has toured with top Artist and still makes a living doing the only job he has ever had for well over 50 years,sitting behind a Steel Guitar..When I started the thread I was curious because of a question asked me by friends in Ireland who asked me that question..Everyone has favorite players..As age catches all and the many respected greats are gone and others give up doing shows,I just thought that Smiley as many do belongs..He has not attended the last few years because he was asked to fill in for players who did..If a successful career in this music business means anything, respect from ones peers tops the list..
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Jim Cohen
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Joe Casey
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Jim Cohen
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| Posted 15 Jun 2010 9:02 am |
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| Joe Casey wrote: |
Bill Fergusson wrote
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You mean other than the fact that he wears his underwear outside his pants? Go figure...
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Joe Casey
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Ron Page
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| Posted 27 Jul 2010 9:48 am |
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If we're voting, Smiley sure gets my vote! It would be great to see you both there, Joe.
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Gene Jones
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| Posted 29 Jul 2010 10:28 am |
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I would never second-guess the ISGSC board members who decide these things. I don't envy their responsibility because they have so many more
players who qualify than they can select for the current year.
God bless you guys......you pay a dear price for your decisions.
......and I need to add that Smiley is one of my favorite players......among many!
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b0b
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| Posted 29 Jul 2010 10:38 am |
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| I would never second-guess the ISGSC board members who decide these things. |
Okay, I'll confess to ignorance here. What does ISGSC stand for, and who are the board members? (Bored members?  )
I'm a big fan of Smiley Roberts but since I won't be at the convention this year I'll save my breath for next year.
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Gene Jones
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| Posted 29 Jul 2010 11:54 am |
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Well Bob, I guess you think that you put me in my place...wherever that is. For the record, I didn't intend to offend you, and of course Smiley is one of my favorite people from way back, but whatever you choose to interpret as a negative from my post, this Forum is your baby and you can interpret it anyway you choose!
Now, hurry and close this topic before you hear any response that doesn't agree with you!
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b0b
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| Posted 29 Jul 2010 12:02 pm |
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Gene, you're reading something between the lines that was not intended. I was not aware that a board determines who will play at the ISGC. I thought it was just Scotty. I'm sincere here - who's on the board?
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Herb Steiner
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| Posted 29 Jul 2010 12:55 pm |
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To clear up one very important point: The Steel Guitar Hall of Fame Committee DOES NOT select who plays on the show at ISGC. Those decisions rest in the hands of one person only: DeWitt Scott.
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Gene Jones
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| Posted 29 Jul 2010 2:12 pm |
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OK, my mistake. I interpreted this topic as another of those "why hasn't 'name your choice' been nominated for the HOF" complaints!
As for my inclusion of the extra "S" in my reference to the ISGC, I deserve 40 lashes for my blasphemy and an apology to Bob. 
By the way Smiley, I still have and appreciate the Diamond Ballroom t-shirt that you sent me from your appearance there in the 1960's. When I was in the houseband at the Diamond they never gave me one.  [/b]
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Gene Jones
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| Posted 5 Aug 2010 9:29 am |
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Bob, I interpreted your post questioning the extra "S" in ISGSC as condescending to my intelligence, so I reacted accordingly. I accept your explanation in good faith and wish to end this disagreement.
You are presenting a good website for the steelguitar world, and I appreciate what you have done.
Gene Jones
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b0b
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Jim,he wore those at my sons wedding..
