September 2009 Blog Posts (10)

Music is healing

My parent had a Heart surgery last year. It has been hard to get International medical insurance. So with all of that it is a very stressful time in the family. We have enjoyed the concerts and music. It has helped to be able to relax while enjoying the performance. Thank you so… Continue

Added by Lee w. on September 20, 2009 at 9:45pm — No Comments

Miami Recovery Rally September 12

Eric and the Band were Great in Miami. Have been a fan since 1964---what a wonderful birthday present--my dream came true when I was taken backstage to meet Eric!!!!!! Keep Rockin Eric.... Gina Marder

Added by Gina Marder on September 19, 2009 at 4:53pm — No Comments

Little problems

Hello to all,

Some of You might have noticed that I am less posting for some time. The reason is that I do have got some health problems - it might be serious or not, I don't know yet. Next week I'll know a bit more about it , they"ll make a check-up at the hospital - also if I'll have to pass under the "butcher's"knife or not.

But whatsoever: I am happy to have had the opportunity to see Eric live before this thing. Also, I hope Marianna is o.k. - how can people be that stupid... as… Continue

Added by Jean-Marie on September 19, 2009 at 3:55am — 4 Comments

My review of last night's show

I attended last night's show in Lancaster, Pa. First, Badfinger opened and they were wonderful. I never was a big fan of them, but I was impressed at their performance. Eric and his band came on at about 8:30 and rocked the house. They were great. My wife is not a big music person, but she gave Eric and the band, what I think is the best compliment. She told me that she enjoyed Eric and the band more than the Rolling Stones concert. If the Stones are the gold standard, then Eric certainly hit… Continue

Added by Chris on September 14, 2009 at 10:00am — 1 Comment

Marianna Proestou hit by truck after Annapolis show

According to the Annapolis police blotter link on the main page, Marianna was hit by a pickup truck in the parking lot after the show on Thursday night. No word on her condition but I'm hoping there were no serious injuries. Seems like a couple of idiots were upset after attempting to get Eric to give an autograph. Click on the link on the main page for more details.

Added by Andy Callaway on September 12, 2009 at 11:11am — No Comments

Breaking News about Marianna

ANNAPOLIS AREA

Manager struck

Two men in a pickup truck hit the manager for Eric Burdon and the Animals as they sought autographs in the parking lot of the Rams Head Tavern Thursday night, city police said.

Around 9:55 p.m. after Burdon and the group had finished their show at the West Street venue, a pickup truck twice struck the group's manager, Marianna Proestou, as she attempted to get Burdon in a van to go to their hotel.

She told police the two… Continue

Added by Julian Thome on September 12, 2009 at 4:00am — 4 Comments

Eric Burdon & the Animals Live at the Rams Head Tavern - Annapolis, MD USA - 9/10/2009

Whenever the announcement goes out that Eric and company will be appearing at some concert venue on this side of the states, there is a great deal of anticipation. And that's because as all of us know by now, a musical event with Eric Burdon and the Animals is something very special. Last night at the Rams Head Tavern was no exception. Located in Annapolis, Maryland, the Rams Head Tavern is an intimate setting with a smallish stage. My wife and I were fortunate to get a table right in front of… Continue

Added by Rockin' Rob on September 11, 2009 at 2:35pm — 3 Comments

do you remember

eric: do you remember your concert with steppenwolf at the spectrum in philadelphia around '74? for 2 bands without a hit record in sometime, you guys sold the place out. billboard was very impressed with the performance. and 35 years later you and john kay are still on the road; have your paths crossed since?

phil
russia, ohio

Added by phillip gasson on September 9, 2009 at 7:16pm — No Comments

I AM GOING TO SEE EB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! IN MIAMI IN SEPTEMBER 12 I AM SOOOOOO HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!!! FINALLY MY DREAM COME TRUE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

AT LAST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WILL TRAVEL TO MIAMI ON SEPTEMBER 11, 2009 TO SEE EB!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I CANT WAIT TI BE THERE!!!!!ALREADY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I WOULD SLEEP TILL SATURDAY SO THAT I 'LL JUST WAKE UP AND SEE HIM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I AM SO HAPPY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Added by MARYJANESKULL on September 9, 2009 at 2:47pm — 8 Comments

How You've Changed

Yesterday I listened to some tracks of the Animals (Eric Burdon c.s.)
A great way to spend your time.
After some thinking and real listening my favorite number ... How You've Changed..

Melanchoy, a great voice Eric, Alan Price and Hilton valentine (what happened to him?

What's Your Number One

Added by Bert van Dok on September 9, 2009 at 2:05am — 4 Comments