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Topic: Tommy Dodd's "In The Steel Of The Night" |
Mike Perlowin
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Los Angeles CA
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 3:29 pm |
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This is really an excellent CD. I was expecting it to be good, because I have heard Tommy play a few times and I know how good he is, but even so, I was pleasently surprised.
Tommy, who is Atlanta's leading session steel guitarist, is a world class player. He has the skills and finesse most of us only wish we had. On this CD he applies those skills to a variety of well known songs in different styles. Some of the titles include "Dance With Me" which is on it's way to becoming a steel guitar standard. Pop/R&B hits Under The Boardwalk and Georgia, and country hits "Highway 40 blues" and "Till the end of the world."
What makes this CD special is not the material though, but the quality of Tommy's playing. As I said earlier Tommy is a world class player, and he really makes his Zum SING. He is the kind of player who is so skilled his technique is completely automatic, and he concentrates on playing with soul.
I think I hate him 
I think everybody who loves the steel guitar will really enjoy this CD. Thumbs Up.
[This message was edited by Mike Perlowin on 07 December 2003 at 04:03 PM.] |
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Theresa Galbraith
From:
Goodlettsville,Tn. USA
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 3:37 pm
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Tommy can play and he's such a nice guy!  Can we have a list of the songs on the CD. |
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Jim Cohen
From:
Philadelphia, PA
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 3:52 pm
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You're right, Mike. Tommy is a super player and a great guy. I even like his wife. This CD is outstanding and belongs in every collection. Nuff said!
Jimbeaux |
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Mike Perlowin
From:
Los Angeles CA
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 4:06 pm
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Theresa. The song titles are:
Dance with me
Georgia
Under The Boardwalk
Sleepwalk
Highway 40 Blues
End of The World
Presence Of The Lord
City Lights
Somewhere Out There
Hold It.[This message was edited by Mike Perlowin on 07 December 2003 at 04:07 PM.] |
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Fred Justice
From:
Mesa, Arizona
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 5:21 pm
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Your all so right,I loved Tommy's playing
the first time i heard him.
I did'nt know Tommy untill i met him of all place's on the shuttle bus going to the Dallas Show last march.
When i got there(my first time)and did'nt have a clue i would be playing thursday night
Tommy made me feel so welcome when he came and sat on the front row to cheer me on,i'll
never forget that,and now he's coming to
play on our show in Jan.here in Arizona,
what a treat,You da Man Tommy.
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Fred Justice,
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Ben Lawson
From:
Brooksville Florida
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 5:23 pm
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| I like Donna and I like Tommys playing but I had to move out of Atlanta because he had all the steel playing jobs in the state. So I really hate him. Just kidding Tom. Next time I get to Atlanta I'll buy you a Varsity hot dog. |
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Roger Crawford
From:
Griffin, GA USA
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 5:47 pm
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| Jim...you EVEN like his wife? Should be ESPECIALLY! Great CD, and don't forget the tracks! |
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Bill Hatcher
From:
Atlanta Ga. USA
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 8:06 pm
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| T. Dodd is just the best!!! |
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b0b
From:
Cloverdale, CA, USA
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Posted 7 Dec 2003 11:36 pm
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Well thanks, Mike, for plugging a Forum member's CD that's out of stock!! 
Seriously, I have some on order... so watch this page.
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 Bobby Lee
-b0b- quasar@b0b.com
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David L. Donald
From:
Koh Samui Island, Thailand
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Posted 8 Dec 2003 12:27 am
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Yes, yes, yes, a very nice cd it's in the minivan all the time.
Dance with me is a great steel tune,
Georgia On My Mind is sweet as buttermilk
and there is a BE flavored jazz/blues tune I really like too.
He has most of the classic steel styles down cold, sounds like himself, with nods to some personal favorites, but always sounds like Tommy Dodd.
A clean recording and nice song selection.
A great job from a very nice gentileman I was pleased to meet at ISGC.
And Donna is a pip too.[This message was edited by David L. Donald on 08 December 2003 at 12:31 AM.] |
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Tony Prior
From:
Charlotte NC
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Posted 8 Dec 2003 3:49 am
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I like Donna..Tommy's, well, I suppose he's awright..
I'm only serious..
Those of us that live in the SC area and go to Saluda get to see and hear Tommy often..
His sets are always top shelf but I think if he had it to do all over again he would be a stand up comic...or a late night TV talk show host..he's got that gift too...
Always nice to see, hear and talk to Tommy...
T |
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John Floyd
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R.I.P.
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Bill Ferguson
From:
Milton, FL USA
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Posted 8 Dec 2003 7:39 am
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I just wish he would sit still when he is picking. You know, Pack-A-Seats WILL turn over.
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C Dixon
From:
Duluth, GA USA
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Posted 8 Dec 2003 9:22 am
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I first saw Tommy Dodd years ago at a little shindig in Powerderville, SC.
I thought then he was the greatest "local" player I ever heard (save Mac Atcheson). I continue to hold that opinion. Tommy is truly a most gifted musician. He not only KNOWS what to play and how to play it, he "feels" it before most of us are aware of it.
And that is what separates greats from "good ole boys"
May Jesus continue to nurture this man's awesome gift, and may HE richly bless all of you,
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Tommy Dodd
From:
Acworth, Ga., USA (deceased)
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Posted 8 Dec 2003 6:53 pm
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My thanks to all of you for your kind words. Especially, my bud Mr. Perlowin. To have your musical endeavors be critically acclaimed by the likes of those above, or anyone within this great forum, is truly humbling. The secret to a good CD project is to surround yourself with great musicians and technicians who can work wonders for you with your chosen material. But most of all, play what you feel. I believe that music comes from your heart, thru your mind, and out of your hands (& feet in the case of steel players) into your instrument.
Just a couple of thoughts,
1) to those of you with comments about Donna……….yes, she’s a keeper!!!
2) Fred, can’t wait to come out to Phoenix in January
3) b0b, Thanks for helping the brotherhood of steel guitar with this great cyber medium. A new batch of CD’s are in the mail to the forum offices…
4) David Donald, thanks for you highly respected opinion and offering me your help with my other situation. (I will probably have a CPAP machine under the Christmas tree!)
5) John Floyd, now I know why you keep such a watchful eye on my booth in Saluda. (Inside scoop, she’s not a natural blonde)
6) Mr. Ferguson, I know Pack-A-Seats will turn over. But, I still think you gave mine a push when I stood up to dance while playing my solo in Atlanta a few years back
Again, thank you all for acknowledging our efforts on the new CD.
Tommy D.
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Stephen Gambrell
From:
Over there
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Posted 9 Dec 2003 5:59 am
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| Not only is Tommy a world-class player, he did a favor for a mutual friend of ours that will NEVER be forgotten! Tommy, you're first-class, all the way! |
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Bob Strum
From:
Anniston Alabama
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Posted 9 Dec 2003 5:46 pm
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If you ever..get in a jam with Tommy, it will be the kick of the ...DAY! I know!
Congrat's Tommy, Bob |
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