----- Original Message -----
Sent: Thursday, September 14, 2000 3:33
PM
Subject: The Doobie Brothers And Their
Fans
It's hard to believe that three weeks ago a
gathering for three great causes took place. The Vietnam Veterans, the
children at Stanford, and of course meeting the Doobies and watching three
great performances. (great things come in threes) What a week it was. Nothing
was wrong about any of it except that Patrick wasn't feeling well, although,
when he was working it you couldn't tell. If the entire world had a work ethic
like that most if not all of the troubles in the world would soon have no
place on Earth. Aspire.
With a band and a fan base like this it's hard to
imagine that some of the so called artists that are the flavor of the week
nowadays are in the limelight. Over the last 20 or so years it's been hair
bands and angst ridden influences that get all the attention in the rock
industry which is sad. Do or did these bands take up such worthy causes as the
vets or sick children? This may sound prejudiced, however, the Doobie Brothers
stand far away and above the aforementioned. They are more than a hugely
successful corporation. They stand for a principle of high esteemed values
with a message of love and hope. Despite their internal changes and issues
they seem to have remained true to their music, themselves, and their fans.
Their fans. Without a doubt this fan base is also one of a kind. Different
kinds of people with different lives, different backgrounds, different
cultures. These differences do not hamper the fact that the fans know each
other thanks to the Doobies. This is no surprise. Sure, there a few who do not
get the point but even they see some of what The Doobies are all
about.
The Rock n' Roll Hall Of Fame, MTV, VH-1, and the
radio stations that play today's hitz are, sadly, missing out on a wonderful
thing. That's a shame because great comfort can be achieved by simply putting
on a Doobies record, tape, or CD. And now a new studio recording showcasing
the current lineup is about to be released. This is a great opportunity for
the world to embrace the greatest band, once again. That's right. The World's
Greatest Band. Any arguments, questions, or controversy? Didn't think
so.
It does not appear that The Doobie Brothers will be
slowing down any time soon. Now, we the fans also have an opportunity. Tell
your friends, family, coworkers, and neighbors to Listen To The Music, once
again. Let's seize this chance. So roll down your windows, open the
convertibles, remove the hard tops, open the front door and windows in our
homes, call the radio stations around the world, and let your town, country,
and community Listen To The Music, too. If the great, great Carlos Santana can
do it.........
Doobies Rule
