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Football game or an Association concert?
My very first concert was on my 12th birthday, 11/22/69, at Indiana University. My 16-year old sister twisted my arm, because I had been given the choice of the IU-Purdue football game or the concert. I've never regretted that she was bigger and stronger than me. I just bought tickets for 6/6/09 in Dayton, OH ~Jeff~
My very first concert was on my 12th birthday, 11/22/69, at Indiana University. My 16-year old sister twisted my arm, because I had been given the choice of the IU-Purdue football game or the concert. I've never regretted that she was bigger and stronger than me. I just bought tickets for 6/6/09 in Dayton, OH ~Jeff~
Sold out Performance 02/12/10
My wife, Alie, and I just saw you last night at The Ram's Head Annapolis! SOLD OUT PERFORMANCE! You guys looked great in your tuxes and put on a FANTASTIC SHOW! Aloha & mahalo! Bill & Allie
My wife, Alie, and I just saw you last night at The Ram's Head Annapolis! SOLD OUT PERFORMANCE! You guys looked great in your tuxes and put on a FANTASTIC SHOW! Aloha & mahalo! Bill & Allie
Down to earth
I had a local band that emulated these guys. We had the 3 piece suits and did their tunes very well. I've got the live tapes to prove it and will send an mp3 to anyone interested. I was lucky enough to attend the vocal recording sessions for the "square world" LP in 1969. Really nice, down-to-earth bunch of guys. Chuck
I had a local band that emulated these guys. We had the 3 piece suits and did their tunes very well. I've got the live tapes to prove it and will send an mp3 to anyone interested. I was lucky enough to attend the vocal recording sessions for the "square world" LP in 1969. Really nice, down-to-earth bunch of guys. Chuck
“My” New Year’s Eve
Sunday, January 31, 2010, exactly one month after New Year's Eve. Well, regardless of what the calendar reads, the above referenced date was my personal New Year's Eve party, as I had the opportunity to spend it seeing The Association in Largo, FL, making it three concerts in one calendar year after a four decade long wait.
They opened the doors to the auditorium 30 minutes prior to show time, and I'm ushered to my seat. Second row, right in the middle (NOTE: The forthcoming show pics are all taken from my seat.........PERFECT VIEW!!!). I spend the next half hour staring at the stage, visualizing the memories of the two prior shows I attended last year, and I'm anticipating another great night to cap off this year long trifecta of seeing my childhood heroes once again.
Then, 7:00, it's go time. First, as usual, the three latter day members (Jordan, Del and Bruce) take their respective positions on stage, followed by the three legendary members (Russ, Jim and Larry) at the three front mikes, all decked out in their black suit jackets (Russ discarded his shortly afterward) and white slacks, launching into "Windy" to kick off the 90 minute show, and we are off and running. For those of you that have seen them as of late, they did their usual set list, plus a new addition to the list, Time For Livin', a song I always liked from the Greatest Hits album. Nice to hear that classic tune done live.
Following their '60's medley of covers, they closed out with Cherish and Along Comes Mary, to a standing ovation at the end of both songs. Then, of course, the post-concert meet and greet. As was the case in Ocala, I was deliberately last, to get pictures taken with all of the guys, and as you can imagine, when Jim and Russ acknowledge me by name, (and the other four all remember me from last year, especially Larry) that makes for classic future reminiscing. I was able to chat with all of them and tell about my plans to see them in March....yeah, it was great! As the guys head back inside to prepare to pack up and leave, I exit the Largo Cultural Center with the ultimate rush of adrenaline and memories of another wonderful evening, thanks to these six men who exemplify the ultimate in class, cool and personality, as well as musical talent. JAMES
Sunday, January 31, 2010, exactly one month after New Year's Eve. Well, regardless of what the calendar reads, the above referenced date was my personal New Year's Eve party, as I had the opportunity to spend it seeing The Association in Largo, FL, making it three concerts in one calendar year after a four decade long wait.
They opened the doors to the auditorium 30 minutes prior to show time, and I'm ushered to my seat. Second row, right in the middle (NOTE: The forthcoming show pics are all taken from my seat.........PERFECT VIEW!!!). I spend the next half hour staring at the stage, visualizing the memories of the two prior shows I attended last year, and I'm anticipating another great night to cap off this year long trifecta of seeing my childhood heroes once again.
Then, 7:00, it's go time. First, as usual, the three latter day members (Jordan, Del and Bruce) take their respective positions on stage, followed by the three legendary members (Russ, Jim and Larry) at the three front mikes, all decked out in their black suit jackets (Russ discarded his shortly afterward) and white slacks, launching into "Windy" to kick off the 90 minute show, and we are off and running. For those of you that have seen them as of late, they did their usual set list, plus a new addition to the list, Time For Livin', a song I always liked from the Greatest Hits album. Nice to hear that classic tune done live.
Following their '60's medley of covers, they closed out with Cherish and Along Comes Mary, to a standing ovation at the end of both songs. Then, of course, the post-concert meet and greet. As was the case in Ocala, I was deliberately last, to get pictures taken with all of the guys, and as you can imagine, when Jim and Russ acknowledge me by name, (and the other four all remember me from last year, especially Larry) that makes for classic future reminiscing. I was able to chat with all of them and tell about my plans to see them in March....yeah, it was great! As the guys head back inside to prepare to pack up and leave, I exit the Largo Cultural Center with the ultimate rush of adrenaline and memories of another wonderful evening, thanks to these six men who exemplify the ultimate in class, cool and personality, as well as musical talent. JAMES
On Saturday, October 24, 2009 magical moments occurred at the Brock Center for the Performing Arts, Mocksville, NC as The Association performed live in concert. The sixties group put on an amazing performance much to the delight of the audience.
My sister, brother and their spouses along with a family friend and I attended one the the best concerts that we have ever seen. The Association sounded great with those wonderful harmonies that has been become a trademark sound for them. Jim was outstanding as he sang lead on Along Comes Mary, while Larry and Russ did great on Never My Love and Cherish. All the guys sang great on all of their songs as well as songs they did of groups they had toured with throughout the years such as the Mamas and Papas "California Dreaming" and the Left Banke's "Walk Away Renee” and the Beach Boys "Wouldn't It Be Nice.”
After the show ended that was a "meet and greet" session where the guys signed signed autographs and chatted with everyone. They all were extremely nice and courteous.
This was the first time that any of my family had seen The Association in concert and they could hardly believe now good they sounded. A musician in our group who is a big fan of The Eagles told the guys at the meet and greet that they were better than The Eagles and indeed they were. This was truly a magical night to remember as Jim, Larry, Russ, Del, Jordan, and Bruce gave a performance that we shall always remember. ~Lee~
My sister, brother and their spouses along with a family friend and I attended one the the best concerts that we have ever seen. The Association sounded great with those wonderful harmonies that has been become a trademark sound for them. Jim was outstanding as he sang lead on Along Comes Mary, while Larry and Russ did great on Never My Love and Cherish. All the guys sang great on all of their songs as well as songs they did of groups they had toured with throughout the years such as the Mamas and Papas "California Dreaming" and the Left Banke's "Walk Away Renee” and the Beach Boys "Wouldn't It Be Nice.”
After the show ended that was a "meet and greet" session where the guys signed signed autographs and chatted with everyone. They all were extremely nice and courteous.
This was the first time that any of my family had seen The Association in concert and they could hardly believe now good they sounded. A musician in our group who is a big fan of The Eagles told the guys at the meet and greet that they were better than The Eagles and indeed they were. This was truly a magical night to remember as Jim, Larry, Russ, Del, Jordan, and Bruce gave a performance that we shall always remember. ~Lee~
Learned to sing/harmonize listening to The Association
Thanks for your terrific show at the Ram's Head Annapolis last night. You guys were my heroes when I was growing up---I learned how to sing and harmonize by listening to your music, and I now sing professionally. Thanks also for signing my albums---I know I brought a lot of them. Hope you all keep performing for a long time to come, and I look forward to your next visit to Maryland---maybe you could visit Baltimore next time! JOEL
Thanks for your terrific show at the Ram's Head Annapolis last night. You guys were my heroes when I was growing up---I learned how to sing and harmonize by listening to your music, and I now sing professionally. Thanks also for signing my albums---I know I brought a lot of them. Hope you all keep performing for a long time to come, and I look forward to your next visit to Maryland---maybe you could visit Baltimore next time! JOEL