JC's Fender Steel Guitar Club "Part 2"

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 26 Jan 2005 8:04 pm

Donna and Don- your in. You should have an email from me.
Thanks,

humble keeper of the tweed

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JCFSC member since 2005
D-8 Stringmaster
Fender Dual Pro

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 27 Jan 2005 2:40 am

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Donna - you are in, girl!
We need someone with good punctuation who can spell correctly . . Rick Alexander<HR></BLOCKQUOTE> Rick - I'll try to fulfill these expectations (period, new paragraph)

Jody,
Wow, I'm very impressed, Sir Tweedster - and o'so'honored to be among all you tweedy guys. I'm heading out to the Dental office so I can hear people scream all day, but will report back tonight.
Remember, you only need to floss the ones you want to keep!
(space)
Love,
Tweedle DD
AKA Princess of Tweed
(reference initials if there were any)[This message was edited by Donna Dodd on 27 January 2005 at 02:43 AM.]

pdl20 · Post by **pdl20** » 27 Jan 2005 7:38 am

Jody,thanks for the info on the date of production.i will take a look . i would like to get it restored in the near future.thanks again. Rudy

Dave Van Allen · Post by **Dave Van Allen** » 27 Jan 2005 10:40 am

and what may my title be Sir Carver?

Viscount of Vibrato perhaps?

Marquis of Tweed?

I serve at your pleasure...[This message was edited by Dave Van Allen on 27 January 2005 at 10:41 AM.]

Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 27 Jan 2005 12:43 pm

The incomparable Sir David "Yard Of Tweed" where Old cats are re-discovered at Yard sales and brought back to life.

Bela Lugosi

PS that hcoa LP must have been pretty inexpensive when Liz found it,,but with your effort you have done the 4 of us proud Sir David. Thanks for everything and for those of you who are not aware as there are new members, It was Dave Van Allen who breath life into an otherwise
long forgotten piece of music and for that I am proud to call Sir David my friend.

Thank you Tweed Lovers

The Knight Of Tweed In Need Has Spoken.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 27 January 2005 at 02:12 PM.]

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 27 Jan 2005 5:21 pm

I just happened to mention Jody's name to Jerry Daniels, a great session guitar player here in town, and he said he had an old pic or 2 of Jody. He lent me this and I scanned it - thanks Jerry! (Jerry doesn't even have a computer - he's an old fashioned guy!)

This looks pretty interesting - Jody Carver's Sizzlers!

I see 2 bass players! And I used to think Little Richard was the first to do that!

[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 27 January 2005 at 05:43 PM.]

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 27 Jan 2005 5:35 pm

What a great picture! Did the guy tell you any more about it? I would like to know when it was taken (guessing 50's) and who is in the group? The name on the guitar must have been popular back then. My Stringmaster has a name on the bottom of it also.

Jody, I like the hat, was it also tweed?
Probably matched the pants...

I forgot to ask what the white thing on the floor is? Were girlss throwing out white tank tops back then too?

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D-8 Stringmaster
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Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 27 Jan 2005 5:42 pm

Jerry said he thought around 1955 or 56 . . .
He also said that was Leo Fender was in the foreground and Zeb Carver was at the far left . .[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 27 January 2005 at 05:59 PM.]

Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 27 Jan 2005 5:53 pm

1955,,,the head in the foreground is that of Leo's partner Don Randall and next to Don is Mrs Randall. Leo is not visible as he took the photo.

The white object was my towel I used to wipe my strings

The hat was not tweed,it was made by HowardR
My dad is on the far left and let me if you will correct Rick my dads name was Zeb Carver.

Who gave this to you Rick? I was wearing no pants behind the stand.

I couldn't stand to take a bow.I had an e mail telling me that we are foolish and should grow up.

I will when I get older

edited who is Jerry Daniels..any relation to Jack?

Notice the wide face tweed twin behind me..greatest Fender amp I ever had.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 27 January 2005 at 05:58 PM.]

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 27 Jan 2005 6:00 pm

Yes, he's Jack's younger brother . .

He plays guitar (really good too!) and sells fake Rolexes to Canadian tourists during season . .

Growing up is foolish - it leads to growing old, and as we all know . .

GROWING OLD IS NOT GOOD FOR YOU!

I believe LF said that . .[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 27 January 2005 at 06:11 PM.]

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 27 Jan 2005 6:23 pm

This is the other pic he had. You know, it just occurred to me - this guy seems more than a little shady . . . What the heck was he doing with this pic?? I've heard he moonlights as a second story man. Did your hotel room get robbed 50 years ago by any chance?

Look what it says:

It's kind of hard to read, but it says:

<BLOCKQUOTE>quote:<HR>Jody,
I enjoyed your wonderful performance,
You made me happy with your God-given
talent -
You are always
welcome to return
Good Luck, Lad
Arthur Godfrey<HR></BLOCKQUOTE>

I wonder what else this dude has of yours.
I think I'll pay him a little visit and see what I can find out!

[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 27 January 2005 at 06:31 PM.]

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 30 Jan 2005 3:17 pm

Well Rick, the forum was down all day. What did you find out?

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 2 Feb 2005 6:29 pm

Hello Knight of Fender Tweed,
I loved your piece on dentistry, and made a copy for my boss. Very clever!
So did the club send out a recess announcement or something? Where has everyone been? Well, at Recess, I’m sure. Being the punctual member I’m committed to being, I’m reporting in on some of my TWEED findings of late.
The Club is in luck and very timely, guys! According to WWD magazine, tweed has made a comeback. But not so quick to get excited about that preppy look our generation respected and loved. For 2005, it must be worn differently than the way we wore it, of course.
Since receiving my title, Princess of Tweed, I wanted to brush up on the do’s and don’ts of the NEW tweed fad before helping our Goodwill Ambassador, Sir Tony Davis with his wardrobe. Here are some 2005 guidelines I stumbled upon for mixing and matching our tweeds.
Try tweeds with metallic, leather, a black satin dress or even plaids. (I’m serious, this was in the article!!) Now who are these people kidding? I’d eat a tweed sandwich before I’d wear it with metallic!
If you're really ready to stand out from the crowd, wear your tweed jacket over a camisole or nothing at all, then pile on layer upon layer of gold necklaces and chokers for a modern look. This sounds more like salad bar etiquette than fashion advise. (No, Tony – this just isn’t YOU yet!)
I’ll be continuing research on Tony’s green-legged tweed trousers.

Princess of Tweed

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 2 Feb 2005 6:53 pm

Well Rick, the forum was down all day. What did you find out?

Where has everyone been?

Well, I figured out the best way to record a Stringmaster to get that tasty natural sound. It must have been time well spent because Jeff Au Hoy himself emailed me to ask what recording techniques I used.
TOO OLD is the name of the song . .

Maybe I should make that the subject of the article for the newsletter.

Now if I can just get Jeff to tell me how to make my slants 100% accurate every time . .
[This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 02 February 2005 at 06:54 PM.]

Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 2 Feb 2005 10:12 pm

Donna the Princess of Tweed writes..

Where has everyone been? looking for Balmex
they all have a severe case of Tweed rash,its so bad it traveled to their heads.

Two members whose names I will not mention who dont have a hair on their heads were seen in a local bar in Florida, they were up close speaking with their heads together when some gal walked by and they made a wise crack and the gal said,,,hey guys,why dont you two get together and make an $ss of yourselves.

edited,,,do you see that your question has been ignored? thats because they have their heads up where the sun dont shine,,it happens all the time and they all say women are gossips,,look at these two above..they are comatose

Dr.Carver DDS FACP..edited they go to bed each night thinking of string lengths and how much cabinet drop they have suffered.

Hey Rick Donna asked a question,where's your head at? Just because your a rising star doesnt mean you cant answer the Princess's question.I knew your hat size would change now that your a happening kind of guy.

edited,,I'm not a happening kind of guy like you,,I already happened.[This message was edited by Jody Carver on 02 February 2005 at 10:44 PM.]

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 2 Feb 2005 11:37 pm

Jody, you are so a happening kind of guy. You just sold out all your CDs - I still have some of mine left!

Donna asked where has everyone been - I barely know where I've been! I was in the studio recording that song about being Too Old. (what a cheap plug!) Now, today is my birthday and I really am old. (what an even cheaper plug!)

Donna Dodd · Post by **Donna Dodd** » 3 Feb 2005 2:16 am

Rick, so your hat size and age both change as you're writing TOO OLD. Something profound there, ya know! By the way, I can't get that song off my mind. (maybe something profound there, too?)
Happy Birthday to the next rising star!!
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Princess of Tweed

Gary Boyett · Post by **Gary Boyett** » 3 Feb 2005 4:19 am

This is why we need Donna in the club, she keeps us straight.

Nice Tune Rick!

Are we about ready for a new CD yet?

Donna can sing back-up, Jody can nararate and I can play morracas!

Edited to wish Rick a Happy Birthday!

You now qualify for all of those senior discounts in Florida. Just think, you can eat dinner at 4:00 now and take advantage of those early bird specials!

Have you got your one piece jump suit on ebay yet? Don't forget the white belt!!
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Jody Carver · Post by **Jody Carver** » 3 Feb 2005 4:53 am

Happy Birthday Rick. Have a great day and enjoy the day. Wishing you many many more to come.

Ron Brennan · Post by **Ron Brennan** » 3 Feb 2005 11:45 am

Rick,

Just got back from Dallas on airline business, checked out "Too Old" when I got in...that's a great song with a hook, I really enjoyed your steel work too.....

You have a "Happy Birthday" all day and night!!!

Tomorrow morning, take two aspirins and a pint of blood. And make sure you Deice yourself, so you can get up off the ground!!

Warmest regards on your day....TX

Ron

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JCFSC member since 2005
"55" Stringmaster D8,"59" Stringmaster D6
"67" Telecaster,
"60"Fender Concert Amp 4-10's

basilh · Post by **basilh** » 7 Feb 2005 7:59 am

A link to the FSC Newsletter2 for those who haven't seen it yet..
http://www.waikiki-islanders.com/waikiki_islanders/fSCnewsletter2.pdf
Baz

HowardR · Post by **HowardR** » 7 Feb 2005 9:58 am

Thank you Gary Boyett and those who contributed. Beautifully done.

Rick Alexander · Post by **Rick Alexander** » 7 Feb 2005 11:59 am

Baz, Gary - great job!

I've never had an article published before!
Come to think of it, I've never written an article before . .

Well, I have to go clean my hat now . .

Thanks for all the birthday wishes - they made my day![This message was edited by Rick Alexander on 10 February 2005 at 12:29 AM.]

Ron Brennan · Post by **Ron Brennan** » 7 Feb 2005 12:05 pm

Gary,
Ditto Howard and Rick.

Very professional. No, I am not surprised. Very well written and interesting. It had a very warm and tweedy ambiance to it. Thank you for the time you put in for us...

TX
rgds,
Ron

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JCFSC member since 2005
"55" Stringmaster D8,"59" Stringmaster D6
"67" Telecaster,
"60"Fender Concert Amp 4-10's

Dan Sawyer · Post by **Dan Sawyer** » 7 Feb 2005 11:59 pm

Rick, thanks for posting that photo of Jody and the "Sizzlers". Only you could have found that one. Whoever said there were two bass players; the guy on the right side looks like he's waiting to go on next, but not actually playing.