[johnfowles]

Amazing having realised that the last two videos Omer presented were not actually from the Stonewall Studios triumverate I looked at the youtube pages for them and I found that it looks like another keen Lighthead is following in Tom (Gahoendo)'s footsteps,viz
Mike uploading as "krazikritic" see:
http://www.youtube.com/user/krazykritik
Salute at
ttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=liGvLqGMhLA
(the first "h" omitted so you can see the URL)
is by krazykritik whose accompanying note says
"Dedicated to my inspirational friend Terrijane..thanks for your unconditional friendship & gentle words..you've been an awesome addition to my ever-growing circle of friends..this one's for YOU! From Gord's 1983 album 'Salute'..yet another Lightfoot masterpiece that showcased his musical expertise..but again was underated by the "music wannabes" who wrote what they call "ratings" and "professional critique"..again proving their narrow-mindedness within the realm of great musicians..Gord used this album to showcase his abilities with electric guitars and heavier percussion in back..without taking away one iota of his lyrical perfection and acoustical expertise..several other great cuts came from this release which one of them was the intensely moving song..and one of my top 5 GL favourites.."Someone To Believe In"..uploaded previously to this upbeat piece..hope you enjoy fireworks Terrijane..if not, I'd be more than happy to reupload it..with a different visual theme..in the meantime..turn it up loud and get grooving to "Salute".by the incomparable Gordon Lightfoot! krazykritik (lyrics follow) P.S. Please pick up "SALUTE" and the many other excellent valued cd's from Canada's own musical icon Gordon Lightfoot..thanks kk"
Likewise he has this to say about
Someone to Believe in
ttp://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DYD9sllAbXI
(the first "h" omitted so you can see the URL)
"you're welcome cj..did you subscribe to my vds?..I have a TON of GL coming over the next while..an I mean a TON!..many were almost impossible to find on mP3..so the majority will be brand new to YouTube..BUY GORDON LIGHTFOOT CD's..if you please..Mike "

"PLEASE READ! This fulfills an immense need..to share with whoever cares to watch and listen..a song that Gordon Lightfoot recorded..in 1983 on his album 'Salute'..the lyrics affected me profoundly and powerfully..with a psychological intensity I didn't even realize I was capable of..at that point in my existence..the 5 or 6 years surrounding this album release..were the darkest of my life..little did Gord know..how much his music served me in simply keeping me alive..it's only now I am able to share with others..what his artistic and lyrical insight really did in keeping me on this earth..Mr. Lightfoot's music spans my time in this world..in a purity of emotionality that has never been equalled..by any other artist of any craft..and is transcended only..by my relationship with my God Jehovah..he has no idea as to how much I truly and honestly feel I owe my life to him..I told him this once in a letter..which resulted in a two hour conversation over the phone which he initiated..he just wanted to humbly thank me..for the words of my tortured soul..that I had poured out to him..when all I had desired to do..was thank him..I am now proud to be able to call him my friend..thanks Gord..again..and thanks to all of the good folks I've met here..who have given me 'someone to believe in'..God Bless..Mike"
"Mike the "crazy critic" has also covered
Gordon Lightfoot - Rainy Day People - For Deb
(No not our "Colorado" Deb on the brink at all):-
Tom's version is
Rainy Day People - Gordon Lightfoot - V32 - for TomCat
Mike has this to say

"Dedicated to my dear friend Deb - berrygirl - whose had her own tough go of it lately..let the thoughts of spring rain..and Gord's soft lyrics..give rest to your mind and soul..I don't know if you're as big a fan of rain showers and dewdrops..as I am..but there's nothing that washes me thin..like walking in a spring or summer rain storm..they're as soothing and gentle as your friendship has been..to me and all your other frends..in our little YouTube group..enjoy it my dear friend.because you're worth it..Mike xo Rainy Day People Rainy day people always seem to know when it's time to call Rainy day people don't talk, they just listen till they've heard it all Rainy day lovers don't lie when they tell you.. they've been down like you Rainy day people don't mind if you're cryin' a tear or two If you get lonely, all you really need is that rainy day love Rainy day people all know there's no sorrow they can't rise above Rainy day lovers don't love any others, that would not be kind Rainy day people all know how it hangs on a piece of mind Rainy day lovers don't lie when they tell you, they've been down there too Rainy day people don't mind if you're cryin' a tear or two. Rainy day people always seem to know when you're feeling blue High stepping strutters who land in the gutters sometimes need one too Take it or leave it, or try to believe it If you've been down too long Rainy day lovers don't hide love inside they just pass it on Rainy day lovers don't hide love inside they just pass it on "

PLUS

Gordon Lightfoot - The Circle Is Small - Endless Wire

YouTube - Gordon Lightfoot - The Circle Is Small...

"Subscriber request..a song by Gordon Lightfoot that tells a story about infidelity in a relationship..and the subsequent pain and heartbreak it can cause..I think he may have been singing about someone from his own past..never been able to confirm that..then again, he's already shared his awesome music and personal life stories through it..so whoever it's about should reman his own business..please go out and buy the cd this comes from..Endless Wire 1978..it was a "poorly rated" album..but undeservedly so as it truly reflects a time in Gord's life and career when he was in emotional turmoil..those who rated it low are "unfeeling jerks and thankless fools" for being too stupid to recognize that it TRULY reflects something deeper than Gord himself, despite the critics rude take on an album I deem to be "emotionally and psychologically masterful"..therefore his true fans love it that much more..it is one of my top 5 favourite albums of the 20+ he put out..because I knew what he was going through when he recorded it..and I love him for opening his soul to me through it..whether he knows it or not..Mike 'krazykritik' "
and:-
Gordon Lightfoot - You Are What I Am

YouTube - Gordon Lightfoot - You Are What I Am

"Rare Lightfoot!..Get up and dance to this great feel good 'TOON"..from his 1974 album..Old Dan's Records..YEEEEHHHAAWWWWWWW!!..kk Mike

Please remember to pick up "Old Dan's Records" on cd next time you're music shopping!..Gord desves the support and has ALWAYS appreciated every single fan he has"
Also
Gordon Lightfoot Re-Upload Pride of Man RARE!
"Reuploaded to fix some 'questionable' pictures and translations. Thanks to a "good friend" for their wisdom in helping me make the decision to do this.
Please pick up "Pride of Man" and other Gordon Lightfoot cd's..this song I believe is available on his United Artists collection as well as the compilation,,The United Artists Years..thanks Gord..Mike kk "
Mike has also done Sit Down Young Stranger and High And Dry
Amongst other videos on his channel I noticed one by Stevie Nicks and a rare knowledge of the Dutch group Focus see their great
Hocus Pocus:-

YouTube - HOCUS POCUS-FOCUS Funny Cats and Kittens

plus TheTijuana Brass, Neil Young and
Classical Gas & Love Is Blue Instrumental Journey
so he has an eclectic list of favourites

As an obvious Lighthead no doubt he is one of the visitors to this forum .If so Mike come out of the closet, do register as a corfiddler and post here to announce your plans for videos. the more the merrier I say!!!