Carlene Carter Fan Club: Guestbook
Ian
May 13, 2008
Hi Carlene, what a fantastic gig at DIngwalls last night. You've got the NEW HOT BAND I've been loving your material from the first album you ever did in London. I dragged my country-music-hating wife along. The only thing she knew about you was that she once saw you queuing for a movie in Kensington Odeon. with Nick By the end of the evening she was whooping and clapping for an encore. I told her the background to 'Stronger' and she even had a tear in her eye. More UK gigs PLEESE. You are such a STAR.
Carol
May 13, 2008
Glad to see you back and rockin' from the heart and also luv your clever and heartfelt lyrics and dang your voice is stronger! Looking forward to catching you at Strawberry.
Silvia
May 12, 2008
Great show in Bad Ischl, Austria on Saturday night! I enjoyed your music and your powerful appearance on stage - awesome!! Your voice sounded so wonderful, your musicians were great and you were so kind and friendly. Thanks for coming to Austria (I saw you the second time)!
Lots of love and I hope it won't take that long anymore to see you again :-)
Silvia
Barbara
May 10, 2008
Hi Carlene,I received right now your cd!! I can't stop to listen it...it's really awesome!!I'm so happy that you came back after all these years!!I missed you...Love your music!
Bill Gordy
May 9, 2008
Gosh it great to see you back!! I put your CD on the other day and my 9 year old daughter who barely stops listening to Creed and Linkin Park asked Who's That?! Please don,t stay away so long,missed ya!
Albert
May 3, 2008
Always loved your music. Thanks for bringing out something new. Missed you for a while. Keep up the good music.
Mike Thorpe
May 2, 2008
I have been a fan of Carlene's since the Little Love Letters CD. Unbreakable Heart is one of my all time favourite songs.The new album sounds awesome!!
susan rankin
May 1, 2008
I've always loved Carlene Carter's songs and am so glad she is releasing a new album. I listened to some of the soundclips and i know i will enjoy it. Now i will have some new tunes to listen to. Her songs really get me thinking about family, life, and love. I hope I hope someday carlene will do a concert somewhere in Minnesota. I sure would like to see her perform live. sue r.
Anthony
April 29, 2008
Thank you for inviting me into your show with Mrs. McFee at The Mint. I was blown away by the power of your voice and the song selection. What a great way to get introduced to an artist in such an intimate setting, surround by your true fans. It was pretty cool seeing Shane play on stage w/his father Mr. McFee & you as well!! Good luck I really hope this album gets out to the masses... Anthony P.
angela doudrick
April 28, 2008
dear carlene i love you and your songs you are just great i even like you more than your mom and she was just great i have lisened to all of her c ds even when she sang love oh crazy love with your dad i like when carl would sing with her but i don't like carl eneways i realy love your songs like i fell in love and cry and jugmentday and stonger and of curse me and the wildwood rose i have three of your c ds and i will make sure that i have all of them one day i hope to see you in concert maybe my mom and i can go when school is out for the summer i hope so you will always be in my prayers angela
Carl & Sandy Wood
April 22, 2008
Great show tonight at the New Daisy on Beale St. in Memphis. . . .we both truly enjoyed being there. . .wish you would have played longer. . . .hope to see you in the Memphis area again soon. . . .did manage to get one of the 2 posters from your "Stronger" album from the front of the theater. . .will hang in a place of honor beside Wanda Jackson's. . . .luv ya. . .Carl & Sandy
C.C Rules 4 Eva
April 22, 2008
Carlene your back.... how I missed you and prayed that you would come back good to hear your doing better!!! C.C Rules!!!! don't forget it ever!!!!!!
rose
April 19, 2008
yah!!!your'e back!!! love your stuff...hope to see you in concert one day..always enjoyed your music...rose
Ted Empson
April 12, 2008
Love you so much! LOVE the new album!!
richard carter
April 11, 2008
seen you in concert warming up for the little river band.your star will keep shining brighter keep the legecy going.
david harvey
April 9, 2008
Carlene-I can't wait to see you in memphis. I met you and Howie in August '99. You're wonderful. I'm proud you are back with new music. God bless. David in Memphis
Juergen B.
April 7, 2008
I like Your new album and It's good to hear from you again. A very nice review is here (in German):
http://www.glitterhouse.de/index.asp?lang=e&mode=artinfo&submode=&id=56991&rid=0&searchfor=&searchmode=0&pos=&wk=&rnd=0%2C3738672&s1=&s2=&incs=false
By the way I must hear again Your "Logo" concert from June 1994 in Hamburg which I have recorded from the radio.
David Voyda
April 6, 2008
Howdy Carlene, Want to say thank you for the great new CD. I've been listening since 1980 when "Musical Shapes" was released. I still have the record. I also had the pleasure of seeing you at Gatlin's(1995 or so)which used to be in The Mall Of America here in Minnesota.I wish you the best, keep on singin & playin. Hope to see you performe again soon "Your So Cool"
Linda Rosquist, Virginia
April 6, 2008
Ms. Carter,
As a fan of all music styles - I was moved to tears from the first song to the last.
The Carter legacy lives in you and your music.
stan helewski
April 5, 2008
dear carlene,all i can say is wow!!it was certainly worth the wait!i've been a fan since "i fell in love' hit the charts so i am so glad you decided to release a new album.it is absolutly great!!glad to see & hear that your doing well,take care, Stanxo
GREG
April 5, 2008
Hi Carlene,
Just heard that your show in London,UK, has been cancelled,hope all is well and we get to see you soon.New Album,is amazing,keep up the good work,take care. Gregx
Big White Boy
April 2, 2008
Come on country radio!!! Play STRONGER!!!
Sue higgins
March 29, 2008
I'm so excited,I'll be at Strawberry hopifully in the front row. I loved your mom and Johnny oh my God I feel so hohored it's like seeing royality. Can hardly wait Sue Higgins
Kevin Gibson
March 29, 2008
Hey Ms.C, I'm thrilled to see you are back to doing what you do best. Really missed you. I know you've had rough times and pray those are all behind you now. I love your music and am looking forward to receiving the new CD. Take care and God bless.
Phil Poncio
March 27, 2008
Hey girl... Long time. I hope you remember me. We went to school together in Hendersonville. I'm still in Houson and playing in a band part time but still loving the music and I'm glad to hear that you are back doing what you luv... If your ever in Houston look me up...
Birgit
March 24, 2008
Dear Carlene,
thanks a lot for the signed STRONGER CD. I love it....
Also a big THANK YOU to your Fan Club President Brad for the link to the CMT inside - show on you tube.
Greetings from Germany
Birgit
Kikka
March 23, 2008
Hi!
Your music is founderfull and here in Finland I just love it!! And have to say, my 3 years son too :D All the best to You!!
Brad
March 22, 2008
You go girl.
You are tougher than s____!
(In more ways than one.)
You were great on CMT Insider!
andrew Rios
March 21, 2008
What a great cd 'Stronger' is. The songs say so much.
God Bless you Ms Carlene
Andrew
Michael
March 21, 2008
Hi Carlene...LOVE the new album and it's great to have you back. I was one of the lucky ones to get the autographed copy...it will be framed and hang next to some other autographed pictures I have...my own little wall of fame. God keep you safe on the road...hope to see you here in Denver!
alisha
March 21, 2008
hi carlene carter i love your music and videos i just cant wait till the austen city limits comes back on pbs kids i remember they had it on there because i remember your song and video i fell in love so good luck take care be carful and god bless you and your family from me and my family sign alisha
Alex Nairn
March 21, 2008
When I realised Carlene was coming to London I bought Stronger and started to listen to all of her catalogue. The show is going to be fantastic and well done to Carlene and her producer for creating such a stunning album. And the song Stronger just floats around in my head all day. Love it all.
Rik Gibson
March 19, 2008
Carlene, Been a fan since late in the last century!! And after listening to "Stronger" it's so sweet to find that there's still lightnin' in your words and thunder in your melodies. Thanks for "keepin' on keepin' on" from the bottom of this ol' bluesman's heart.
With love and prayers,
Rik Gibson 3/19/2008
Stacey Baker
March 18, 2008
Hey oh my god i am going to see you at havelock this summer:):)
Lori K
March 16, 2008
Dear Carlene,
Just found out about, and scooped up your new release "Stronger". As close to "Perfection" as I can imagine an album getting. Something for everyone, and every emotion. Haven't really wanted to listen to anything else since I heard the first note (why would I?) You are back, more fascinating than ever!! One more thing, the song "Stronger" has put words to emotions I've been trying to sort through for a while now, thank you.
Blessings sweet girl,
Lori
Carlene Goertzen
March 15, 2008
Hi my name is Carlene Goertzen I am 10 years old and I was named after you.
RAC MUSIC
March 15, 2008
Your doing Great so hang in there. It's good to have you back in action. There very few people in the world that stand out like you do.Your Mon,Dad and Stepdad did. So girl go for it.
karen jones
March 15, 2008
The song "Stronger" makes me long for my brother. He had a wild spirit, but a sweet soul...in fact, he reminds me of Carlene's Step-father a great deal. "Stronger" made me weep. My brother is closer to me now, because of that beautiful song.
Thank you Carlene! Rock on girl, Rock on!
Brad
March 14, 2008
Chet (THE) Chet Flipo(!) has great things to say about Carlene, the Carter's and Cash's and about Carlene's new album in the CMT News article linked here on the Press page.... EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT! EXCELLENT!
Carlene, come to Indiana! We need to see and hear you in person!
John Wierzbicki
March 11, 2008
Dear Carlene,
I am *SO* glad to see that you are back! I'll try to dig up pictures I've taken of you 15 years ago and send them.
Luvz,
Werzbo
David Harjadene
March 9, 2008
Carlene you beautiful ANGEL!
Where on heavens have you been! I fell in love with you and that beautiful music you make years ago and have missed your music terribly! I miss the innocent days of "I Fell In Love" and "Little Love Letters" and after taking a listen to a little of your new album....Hmmm....thank you sweet angel!! You are a strong, wonderful sweet heart and I am soooo glad you're back!
A Sincere and most loving fan!
David
Doug
March 8, 2008
Carlene! How great to hear new music from you! I first got your "Two Sides To Every Woman" album...instantly fell in love with it!. And your "I Fell In Love" Cd came out it is FANTASTIC... One of my very favorite Lps ever by any artst! And the sound is flawless! Now...I can't wait to get my copy of Stronger!
Brad
March 8, 2008
"More than a country song, it's Carlene Carter's life" is an article in today's LA Time. Brad has it linked on this site's Press page....READ IT!
It's a beautiful article on a beautiful person!
I see Carlene will play at the Nashville (TN) Opry next month....Hip Hip Hooray!
Now if we can only get her to play at the Nashville (IN) Opry. :) :)
Lorenzo
March 7, 2008
Hi Carlene...I am so glad that you have a new CD out and I downloaded the album already today!! I love your songs and have everything from "I Fell In Love" and now I just read the previous albums are available, too. "Stonger" is a great song and one that we can relate, too. Take Care, LB
mike
March 6, 2008
Good Day.
I was under the inpression you were deceased and so VERY happy to learn otherwise.
I pray for your well being and happiness.
All the Best & GOD Bless . . .
Mike in IN
Reine Nilsson
March 6, 2008
Hi Carlene ! iam fan to you in sweden ILOVE YOU AND YOUR MUSIC.
best regards Reine.....
John Brownrigg
March 5, 2008
Hello from Tasmania Australia!
I really enjoyed the time I spent perusing the photos of Carlene's bio.
A great.....and talented entertainer!
Just keep in mind that your are recognised here in Australia.
How 'bout paying we Aussies a visit?
Regards,
John Brownrigg, Devonport, Tasmania.
Kari
March 5, 2008
I recived the new record yesterday, and I love it!
Thank you Carlene - you're the best!
Joachim
March 4, 2008
Thank you so much for letting me listen to your new record (on this site), I feel so much better now. As soon as I can I will buy your great new CD. Kind regards, Joachim
Birgit
March 4, 2008
Wow , Brad...you did a great job !!
Thank you.
Birgit
Dawn Stickney
March 4, 2008
I am very happy for you as well as proud of you. Always a fan.
Dan
March 3, 2008
Hey there Carlene!
Not only is the album incredible, but the bonus track - "When the Long Road Ends" is fantastic!
Anyway, I know I post too many messages - I'm just so excited that you're back!
Wishing you lots of Grammy's and Platinum Records!
Dan
xox back-at-cha!
Pam
March 2, 2008
Hi Carlene:
I received your new CD a few days ago and have been listening to it (and singing along!) every day since then. "Stronger" contains so many moving songs with good "storytelling" lyrics and sharp, crisp, arrangements that make a listener stop and do a double take at what is coming out of the speakers! You have so many styles of music here that could be "labeled" many ways: those of your Carter Family roots, rock, folk, country, country/rock, pop--and they all fit you somehow and form a perfect frame around your voice and this CD. You are equally adept at conveying all of these styles, and not many artists, country or otherwise, have that ability. You sound as good as you ever have and should really be proud of this project--I'm sure it wasn't easy (although your talent makes it appear that way). Your producer did a fantastic job playing all of those instruments (it sounds like you guys have an orchestra on some of these tracks!). Everything about this CD is just great. There isn't a bad song/arrangement in the bunch, but I particularly like "The Bitter End" (what a kickin' song!), "Why Be Blue", "Bring Love", "Light of Your Love" and, of course, the title cut. But, the one I play over and over is "Judgement Day" (lyrically a gem!) which tells so movingly and graphically not only about the despair of heartache, but the hope of tomorrow. That is a fantastic song to which we all can relate.
I sincerely hope this CD gets the recognition it deserves, and I'll look forward to seeing you in print, on TV & (hearing you)on radio, and hopefully you'll be somewhere in the midwest sometime soon promoting this awesome CD. Congratulations on a job WELL done!! All the best, always. Pam
Chuck Micallef
March 1, 2008
Hi Carlene
We met briefly at the hotel bar in Newark Nottingham U.K. last July during Americana International. It was a real pleasure chatting with you and I sincerely hope that our paths will cross again someday soon.
Best Wishes for continued success.
Chuck Micallef
www.ChuckMicallef.com
Rick Dickson
March 1, 2008
I posted the follow on Amazon.com:
"'Stronger'" is an extraordinary album. Powerfully humble, Carlene's vocal delivery is subdued, sometimes heartbreaking, but sometimes sizzling as a result. The music is NOT stripped down and somber like a Rick Rubin disc. . .instead, the music has plenty of fire, and when contrasted with Carlene's vocals and lyrics, creates a complex and affecting musical experience. The concluding title track is unforgettable."
Personally, I need to mention that after listening to the album all the way through, the final track literally stopped me in my tracks. I can't express the feelings. . .it's like someone opened a door you knew was locked for good reason, and trusted you enough to invite you in and let you see everything as it really is. Whew. I'm listening to it again as I write this. . .that's why it's taking so long to finish.
Thank you Carlene. Also, a tip of the hat in gratitude to John McFee, whose instrumentation and arrangements are perfect. (Is there any instrument he CAN'T play?) --Rick
Phil Ingrassia
March 1, 2008
Carlene -- the new CD is wonderful. Really strong from first to last song. Hope to see you this summer in DC/Northern VA area. All the best, Phil
Chris R Jackson
March 1, 2008
After carlene's triumphant return to the uk last july to perform on the americana international. We fully intend to bring her back over here in july 2009, providing carlene and her great band want to come back of course.. She was such a lovely, warm-hearted person with absolutely no airs and graces about her... A truly naturally talented artist with a real sense of fun.... Bev & I hope carlene & joe have settled down in sunny california and that life is good for them both... Keep on rockin and writing those wonderful songs... Best wishes from us and the Americana International team..
Chris & Bev Jackson (promoters)
www.americana-international.co.uk
www.myspace.com/americanajack
beverlymitchell
February 29, 2008
CARLENE, I ILOVE YOU AND YOUR MUSIC AND I HOPE YOU ARE DOING OK. I LOVED YOUR FAMILY TOO. LOVE BEVERLY FROM HENDERSONVILLE, TN.
Jimmy Arnett
February 29, 2008
I received my signed "Stronger" yesterday. The title certainly fits. It just might be the best album I have heard in the last couple of years. Sound quality, performances and songs are all A+. The "rockin' country" sound that is signature Carlene with a twist of bluegrass! Awesome and highly recommended. Thank You Carlene, and everyone involved in making this masterpiece!
Ron Frankl
February 29, 2008
Congrats on the new CD, CC! It sounds great, and I'm sure that both old and new fans will really love it. Welcome back, Carlene!
Tim and Janice Clayborn, Birmingham, AL
February 28, 2008
We recently met you and Joe at Rose Hall Resort in Jamaica. I didn't know I was hanging with the famous or I would have gotten a picture made with you!!!!! Hope you had a safe trip home. Wish we were still in Jamaica -- Rose Hall was too much fun.
Dan
February 27, 2008
"Stronger" just got here too! Brad, the new website looks soooo cool! Good job! Carlene - the album is amazing, and you really brightened up a lousy day for me. Thanks :-) Best of luck to you!
xox
Dan
Brad
February 27, 2008
OMG, just got "Stronger" in the mail. Carlene your autograph is awesome! Love you! Brad, Carlene say's she's giving you a "huge hug" for your great work as the fan club president. Can I have one too, since I'm such a huge fan and my name's Brad too???
Dan
February 25, 2008
Thanks, Brad. I actually have that one already and it is awesome! It's not that I don't know "Musical Shapes" - it's just that I'm trying to find the Renaissance reissue. It must be really rare! Thanks for the help though!
Brad
February 25, 2008
Dan: Wounded Bird Records has the double CD "Two Sides to Every Woman/Musical Shapes" listed for $12.98. It's a great buy.
Just wondering if anyone has heard anything about Carlene's 2/20 gig in Texas? The complete multi artist show is supposed to avaliable on DVD in the future.
Dan
February 24, 2008
Hey everyone!
I'm still looking for a copy of the Renaissance Records release of Musical Shapes. I can't find it anywhere! If you have one and would like to sell it, please let me know! It's the one piece that I am missing from my CC-Collection!!!
Looking forward to the 4th, Carlene! I wish you the best of luck with the new album - which is AWESOME!!! Can't wait to see you on the Grammy's next year - I know you'll be in the front row!
I hope this message finds you well.
Your fan,
Dan in Pittsburgh PA
Greg
February 23, 2008
Hi,just listened to Carlene's,new Album...and it's FANTASTIC! Can't wait to receive my copy,Carlene back at her best,it's been along time coming,but worth the wait.Great to see her back on track.Would be great to see Carlene in the United Kingdom,one day!
Take care and keep them coming,we love you and wish you all the best.x
Greg,Portsmouth,United Kingdom.
Jeff Brewer
February 23, 2008
A new album! I can't believe its been so long...and it sounds fantastic! Best news I've heard in a long time, now I'm off to order a copy, and pass on the good news to a friend who is also a Carlene fan.
Linda Storey
February 18, 2008
We have been big fans of your mom and Johnny Cash for ever miss both of them. But as long as you keep singing and their music plays they will always be here. We are really looking forward to seeing you at Havelock Jamboree this August. Am very proud to be member of your fan club.
Peter
February 17, 2008
Hey, great to find Carlene on the internet! She is one of the most rockin' and talented lady's in the scene. I love her! Keep on rockin' Carlene!
"Every little thing" is my, personel, favorit!
Greatings, Walsoorden, Holland.
jennifer anderson
February 16, 2008
hi i would just like to say that this song has inspired me to want to sing i used to sing at my moms yard sales and people used to say i sounded just like u i love this song and i now every word to the song ur song is called every little thing!!When i was was 8 years old i uesed to sing to all of ur songs and now im 19 so what does that tell u that im a fan of ur music!.sinserly jennifer anderson please send me an eamil it would mean alot to me and my mom and dad they would be very happy that u got back to me about this song:)
Else Falkenfeldt
February 15, 2008
Hallo her from Denmark. I love your music. I can hear Every little things again and again......whau.
February 15, 2008
Just to say that I love your music...God bless
Faye Stoyey
February 13, 2008
I am very happy to a member of your fan club. Am looking forward to seeing you at The Havelock Jamboree in Aug. Keep singing and congratulations on new album.
Neil
February 10, 2008
Thanks for lots of great music over the years. I know there have been ups & downs in your life, but I wish you and yours continued health, happiness and success. Keep up the good work! --Neil
Loretta Moody
February 9, 2008
Hi Carlene,
I met you about 6 months after your mother June passed away on a Southwest Airlines flight. (I remember you told me you had on her blouse). We talked the whole flight....you might still remember me, I told you about my son who has Cystic Fibrosis....Well, at age 20 in 2006 my son had a life-saving double lung transplant! I have to admit, I never heard of you before sitting with you on that flight, but my son and I have become big fans. Congratulations on your new album! Your parents would be proud. Your voice has never sounded better!!
I'm looking forward to hearing more beautiful songs from you in the future!
Loretta
thomas sullivan
February 8, 2008
am happy to become a member of the carlene carter fan club, thanks brad
irmi
February 7, 2008
Hi Carlene!
I love your songs verry much and I wanna hear a lot of you ! I love your mother June, the carter family and Johnny Cash too.
Thank you for your music!!!
love from switzerland
Irmi
Jason
February 5, 2008
Carlene,
You definitly have a fan in Dayton, Ohio. I hope u visit here soon! U have made me smile on several occasions when my life was very dark and made my smile bigger when It was so full of light......thank you for your gift of music...:)
Jason
Mimmi
February 3, 2008
you've got a 17 year old fan in sweden :P
christer jacobsson
February 3, 2008
Carlene I like your music you are great country artist Little love letters christer Fan from Sweden
jimmy Tittle
February 2, 2008
carlene you're back and we've missed you! you've got a lot to share with us and i'm gonna listen up...we've been through the fire and came out stronger. good album title. your brother always. jimmy tittle
Brad
February 1, 2008
I forgot something about that line, "I'll always remember the day that she died," in Wildwood Rose. I always loved the little pause that you take right after that, as I always have a lump in my throat right there and could tell that you must have one to swallow before going on with the rest of this masterpiece....Right?
Brad
February 1, 2008
Carlene:
It's been a long time since I listened to your mom much. In the last month I've listened to about 30 or 40 of her songs. I must say the she did one on the 1976 album, Appalachian Pride that I love and it reminds me of your voice so much. The song is, "Gone". Your voice is a lot like June's. In my opinion she was the "backbone" voice of The Carter Sisters. She had good range and could sing the lower notes as well....
I read somewhere today where you had interviewed and said,
"When I sing the verse about "I'll always remember the day that she died," (in Wildwood Rose) not only do I think about my grandmother, I'm thinking about my mom, Aunt Helen and Aunt Anita. I know it sounds really sad, and I don't want to get any kind of pity from people, but I feel it every time I sing it. I remember getting on that airplane and I remember riding over there by myself, and we stood in a circle and sang Will the Circle Be Unbroken. So I want to do that in life. I want to stand in a circle and sing Will the Circle Be Unbroken. I don't want to sing it just at funerals, or when I'm gone, I don't want people to just do that. I want them to sing No Swallerin' Place - a novelty song in the play or something."
That's a cool quote. You are a great songwriter, but I keep hoping that you'll do a double album of old Carter Family, Carter Sisters and your mom's old stuff, like "Single Girl, Clinch Mountain Home, Gone, Swallering Place, Ring of Fire..." etc...
Whatever you do in the future is fine with me as long as I get to meet you in person some day. I'll always love you because you express so well, vocally and in your live performing.
CADE
February 1, 2008
Greets, all. I subscribe to Carlene's mailing list here, like many of you, and I'd like to thank the people involved with keeping this site fresh and kicking.
I just have to say that I am so excited about Carlene's new album. I've pre-ordered it and have obviously listened to all the tracks streaming over at YepRoc.
You have to understand: I have had a crush on this amazing woman and her outstanding music since 1990, when a former girlfriend bought me her "I Fell in Love" CD as a birthday present, because she thought I would enjoy it.
Was she ever right. I became a massive and instant admirer of Carlene's artistry and her singing/songwriting gifts never ceased to blow me away. That first album I received brought me back to an appreciation for country music that I had lost (or perhaps not quite fully discovered). Of course, I bought every one of Carlene's subsequent (and previous) releases and was quite frankly appreciative of the fact that this woman took such careful time and consideration before puttnig out albums. She didn't just throw-out any old piece of fluff to make a quick buck, though I suspect she could have done so.
Carlene also holds a special place in my heart because her "Little Love Letters" album was in my player when I made a HUGE life-transition and moved from Florida to San Francisco, CA, in 1994. That move was wild, wooly, and occasionally spooky, but picture me in a Dodge pick-up, rolling up and down the hills of San Francisco, windows down, BLASTING songs like "Every Little Thing" and "I Love You 'Cause I Want To" at max volume. It gave me a thrill, in a new city, among new (often strange) people, with all the pressures that come with a transition like that. Carlene will ALWAYS be special to me because of those sorts of moments.
I had moved to the "country" in Santa Rosa, CA, when "Little Acts of Treason" came out and was equally stunned by how perosnal and poignant that album was. Carlene was very much part of the "soundtrack of my life," among other artists at the time.
My heart was broken when it seemed that we might lose her there in the late '90s and early 2000s, and broke again when, as a fan, I took note of her series of personal family tragedies in such short shrift.
It's for this reason that I am personally thrilled and happy that she has proved to not only survive, but thrive.
Carlene, if you should happen to read this, please know that you have fans who will always stand by you and who really remain loyal. For keeps.
"Stronger" is another piece of genius. You look and sound like a million bucks, kid. I wish you all the best with the new album, and I'll buy as many copies as I can afford on release-day, if it helps spread the vibe.
I never endorse other artists on my own site (and I'm not trying to endorse myself), but I wrote a blog and provided a link to Carlene's new one at the following url, for anyone who wants to look:
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.view&friendID=133664623&blogID=353730019
Carlene, Thank You for Being So Outstanding. And Best Wishes to all her devoted fans. I'm proud to count myself as one of this excellent group.
Cade
marie
January 31, 2008
Love the new album - I've been waiting FOREVER. Hope Carlene makes it to Virginia sometime soon!
stephanie piccirilli
January 28, 2008
I just listened to the new cd stronger and it is great.I wish carlene all the best. I hope someday I can see her again and hang out. the last time I saw her was at the Tin Angel in Philadelphia, Pa. She was fantastic. the last time we actually hung out was a few years ago in jamaica on her honeymoon with Joe Breen.
Tom From Boston
January 27, 2008
Carlene, Can't wait until the new record! Still tell friends about the Boston show when put your arm around my shoulders and sang to me. Whew! Did it just get on in here?
Brad
January 26, 2008
Carlene: You will always be beautiful! You are no where near "old as dirt", yet. Keep practicing your cartwheels.
I just finished "Will You Miss Me When I'm Gone", Mark Zwonitzer's book on the Original Carter Family and their immediate offspring. Carlene's grandmother (Maybelle) should be dubbed a saint. Even her conversation voice was beautiful. On "Will The Circle Be Unbroken I" she talks a few times. My family was from Harlan, KY and I love the Eastern KY, Western Virginia accent... Now I see where Carlene got her physical and spiritual strength and beauty. What a beautiful family.
charlie sullivan
January 25, 2008
i have alway bend a fan of carlene from day one i have went to acout 25 to 30 shows of hers i will keep going love you carlene charlie
arvid aldevärn
January 23, 2008
i love you carlene so much
Travis
January 21, 2008
Just so excited to see that Carlene is still hittin' the road and recording. Aunt Helen Carter used to tell me how much she made her heart smile. And Carlene makes mine smile as well. :-)
Steve Harkins
January 21, 2008
I had the fortune of hearing the entire Stronger CD and this is a must hear album. I cannot stop playing "Judgement Day". The song is an instant classic. Congrats and thanks to Carlene for delivering such a great album.
After an 11 year wait, upon the first listen I would suggested the album title, "Where the Hell Have I Been?"
John
January 20, 2008
Carlene,
I saw you at the Boarding House in SF back in the day and have always been a fan. Great songs & voice. See you live if you travel west of the rockies. It's such a gift to survive the past and to become stronger. All the best to you in serenity.
John
Brad
January 18, 2008
I just want to comment on Carlene's comeback. I listen to music 6 to 8 hours a day....all kinds. I did not listen to a lot of Carlene in the 1980's or 1990's, but I do remember her music video's on CMT and TNN. I remember thinking, "Is she REALLY having THAT much fun...?". She always looked so "up" and connected to the song and audience. Now that I have so much music listening time (I drive for a living) on my hands, I find that I go back and listen to Carlene's CD's at least 2 or 3 times a year... I think I know why I do this. Her music is a pure distillation from the popular music that preceded her. You can hear the Carter Family influence and the Rock and Roll influence. She is also a great songwriter. Carlene, thank you for what you've done in the past and I thank God that you have written, recorded and are now performing your new album....I have prayed that you would do this. Thank you. Thank you. Thank you! :) :) :)
jed fox
January 17, 2008
I just placed my order for Carlene's Stronger cd. Hope i'm still one of the first hundred!
juan
January 17, 2008
HEY CC GLAD TO HEAR YOU HAVE A NEW CD COMING OUT LATER THIS YEAR 2008! THANKS TO CMT IN MY AREA OR ELSE I NEVER WOULD HEARD OF YA. THEY GAVE US CMT INSTEAD OF MTV. SO I SAW THE VIDEOS THAT CMT WOULD PLAY AND 'I FELL IN LOVE'. I REALLY NEVER HEARD YOU ON THE RADIO. JUST WHEN YOU CAME OUT IN THE VIDEOS AND SPECIALS ON CMT. SO LOOKING FOWARD TO HEARING THE NEW CD AND CC TRULY WE ARE 'THE LUCKY ONES'. TO HAVE YOU BRING A LITTLE OF YOU INTO THE CDS YOU HAVE PUT OUT. HOPE YOU PLAN TO DO SOME SHOWS IN TEXAS! GOD BLESS AND TAKE CARE.
Dan
January 16, 2008
Hi Carlene!
I just pre-ordered my autographed copy of Stronger - to add to my CC shrine! (Gee, that doesn't sound creepy! haha.) I can't wait to be jammin' to your new tunes! I listened to some of the album on the Yep Roc page, and it sounds so different from the pre-release version. Anyway, hope this message finds you well, and hope you make your way towards Pittsburgh really soon!
love,
Dan
xox
Tiff
January 15, 2008
hey Carlene, you rock! Keep up the great work! luv your tunes!
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