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Claudia · 09-23-2007, 02:45 AM

I can only underscore what John said. Gordon really looked and sounded great. Sometimes a lot better than I would have expected, no 'slurring' of the words, etc. Trilogy was kind of hard for him but it sounded that he didn't have much trouble with the high notes but sounded a little hoarse. Maybe a rest of the cold he caught, I would think.
But it truly was an amazing evening and I enjoyed every second. I'm glad, John wrote down the set tlist because I was just too mesmerized to write anything down.... It was fun turning around and watching other people in the audience. Most people had a big smile on their face all the time - like me. They were very appreciative and not subdued at all. Gordon, I thought, was quite chatty that evening. He clearly was happy and felt well, no doubt.
No need to mention his band, they were superb, like always.

It was fun meeting Gitchigumee, John and Sharron with her family and and I'm looking forward to hook up with John and his wife tomorrow in Duluth.
After the concert I was waiting outside with Sharron and her family and we were hoping to see Gordon coming out after a while. Then I spotted Barry Harvey outside, smoking a cigarette and talking to some other guys. I fought the inner struggle of my life but eventually collected all my courage and approached him. I introduced myself and apologized for bothering him...He was awfully nice and when I asked him how I could manage to get on the famous list to get invited backstage he simply said: "I can take care of it right now", and let me downstairs to the room where all the other people were waiting to greet Gordon and the Band. I couldn't believe it and was glad I had a couple of minutes to collect myself before Gordon actually came. I talked to Gordon for a few minutes and got a picture signed for a really good friend of mine. He really is just a great person, very easy to talk to. I also talked to Rick and Terry for a while, same here - just great guys.
And no, I did not take a picture from me and Gordon. It probably sounds odd but watching all the other people posing with him, I decided I wouldn't want that. I met him, talked to him and it'll be in my heart and memory forever, I just don't need a picture to remind me.

After the concert tomorrow in Duluth they'll fly home immediately and are not going to stay the night in town. Terry mentioned that he really likes to go home and do nothing...but Rick seems to really like the touring and said it doesn't bother him at all, it's just fun!

Alright, almost 2:00am and I should get my beauty sleep. But I'm still so excited... Can't wait to tomorrow.

09-23-2007, 02:45 AM	#2
Claudia Senior Member Join Date: May 2005 Location: Twin Cities Posts: 247	Re: Minneapolis- Sept. 22 I can only underscore what John said. Gordon really looked and sounded great. Sometimes a lot better than I would have expected, no 'slurring' of the words, etc. Trilogy was kind of hard for him but it sounded that he didn't have much trouble with the high notes but sounded a little hoarse. Maybe a rest of the cold he caught, I would think. But it truly was an amazing evening and I enjoyed every second. I'm glad, John wrote down the set tlist because I was just too mesmerized to write anything down.... It was fun turning around and watching other people in the audience. Most people had a big smile on their face all the time - like me. They were very appreciative and not subdued at all. Gordon, I thought, was quite chatty that evening. He clearly was happy and felt well, no doubt. No need to mention his band, they were superb, like always. It was fun meeting Gitchigumee, John and Sharron with her family and and I'm looking forward to hook up with John and his wife tomorrow in Duluth. After the concert I was waiting outside with Sharron and her family and we were hoping to see Gordon coming out after a while. Then I spotted Barry Harvey outside, smoking a cigarette and talking to some other guys. I fought the inner struggle of my life but eventually collected all my courage and approached him. I introduced myself and apologized for bothering him...He was awfully nice and when I asked him how I could manage to get on the famous list to get invited backstage he simply said: "I can take care of it right now", and let me downstairs to the room where all the other people were waiting to greet Gordon and the Band. I couldn't believe it and was glad I had a couple of minutes to collect myself before Gordon actually came. I talked to Gordon for a few minutes and got a picture signed for a really good friend of mine. He really is just a great person, very easy to talk to. I also talked to Rick and Terry for a while, same here - just great guys. And no, I did not take a picture from me and Gordon. It probably sounds odd but watching all the other people posing with him, I decided I wouldn't want that. I met him, talked to him and it'll be in my heart and memory forever, I just don't need a picture to remind me. After the concert tomorrow in Duluth they'll fly home immediately and are not going to stay the night in town. Terry mentioned that he really likes to go home and do nothing...but Rick seems to really like the touring and said it doesn't bother him at all, it's just fun! Alright, almost 2:00am and I should get my beauty sleep. But I'm still so excited... Can't wait to tomorrow. Last edited by Claudia; 09-23-2007 at 09:07 AM.