@dannyknapp He was already playing acoustic on stage , but was by himself.. Not sure why he didn't switch during this song, but he was already doing an Acoustic show before the random others who were at the same Festival joined him on stage
@dannyknapp The tour of Japan [Deadhead's Festival-A Tribute To Jerry Garcia] was Merl Saunders and The Rainforest Band, New Riders Of The Purple Sage, Rick Danko [solo] and Tom Constanten [solo]. This was when everyone joined Rick onstage at the end of his set, the last night in Tokyo.
If anyone ever finds any of Merl Saunders and The Rainforest Band's performance from this night, 4/8/97 in Tokyo, please let me know. It was called "Deadhead's Festival - A Tribute To Jerry Garcia". Thanks.
@martindead the whole thing was shot on laser disc - there was a release with most of the night offered on Merl Saunders site - i had a bunch of the songs from our set [Merl/Rainforest Band] on my computer then KumaMocambos' account went south and everything disappeared from my computer. I have s-sbd DAT our set but as for the video of everyone that night i'm still looking.
I think it would have been better if he stayed on opiates to keep his weight in control. How could you go from being that skinny in your 30s and gain that much weight?
The vast majority of people who watch this watch it to see Rick Danko, not see some prick insult him, so I'm speaking for more than just myself...kemosabe
Well...you can speak for a crowd, but if the people that are watching this video are fans of Rick Danko, they are most likely going to agree with the person who is defending Danko against the jackass who was being disrespectful to him.
The crowd you are speaking for is clearly the minority in this situation.
Just because it's been a couple of months since you were so disrespectful doesn't mean that the thread died. Your dis was one of the last comments made on a video that over 15,000 people have viewed, and was bound to be continued at some point.
Also, It's quite obvious after watching the shitty video of you hacking your way across the fretboard that you are jealous of Danko's success. I could slap my dick on my Les Paul and make it sound better than that.
Your dick? Your profile says your name is "Gina." I didn't think you had one.
Jealous? Hardly. Yes, every member of the band kicks my ass as a musician; that's why I was smart enough not to pursue it as a living as a musician even though I have a BMUS from Berklee.
BTW: I didn't even intend my first comment to be an insult, just an observation.
Well, Gina isn't my name, and notice that my act name is milkMAN.
As far as your claim that you were merely making an observation, the statement "I think it would have been better if he stayed on opiates to keep his weight in control. How could you go from being that skinny in your 30s and gain that much weight?" is CLEARLY disrespectful on inviting of criticism on a video in which over 15,000 fans have watched.
For someone with a BMUS from Berklee, you sure sound awfully mechanical....
Thanks very much for the post. He honestly seemed to enjoy the music so much, you could see it in his face during the guitar solos. Certainly is missed.
This what happens when you get older and get off the drugs. Just listen to his voice. The band I was in opened for THE BAND in 1995 and he was amzing.
Rick loves me I know it he told me so I know it I shall not listen to the ignorant...the petty...the shallow...the narrow minded.... they don't know Ricky I KNOW RICKY HE IS INSIDE OF ME EVERY NIGHT. I live not to be psycho only to spread the gospel of Danko.
If you lived in the New England-New York area back in the early to mid 1990's (as I did) it was pretty easy to see Rick as he was often playing little shows around the region. When he played, he always hung out with his fans before and afterward. He was perhaps the most accessible rock n' roll legend ever.
Maybe you should seek professional help and stop desecrating this beloved man's memory. There has to be another way for you to get the attention you crave.
I thought about that. Seriously. But Rick keeps appearing to me in my dreams to tell me: "spread the word I am the God of Fire" "only others are offended not me not me Rick for I am coming into your loins for a reason: to spread the word...to make me a STAR for they may have forgot me while I was alive but NO ONE is gonna forget Rick Danko in death. The whole world is gonna know: I AM THE LORD OF FIRE!
I'm so sorry. I have realised since turning 41 last week what I have been doing. I was trying to draw attention to Rick - especially trying to alert other women. I was not trying to draw attention to myself and I know now that is the truth. I am so sorry if you were hurt very badly. Bye. No more posting from me I promise.
You want to see Rick's personality in a nutshell? Check out 2:32 to 3:16. The only thing that could ever surpass his incredible musicianship was his lovable, magnetic personality. That warmth you see is no act--that'the real Rick Danko.
He didn't get older - he just got cuter. Watching this makes me wish I could give him a big hug! His voice captured our hearts and still hasn't let go.
He *is* cute, isn't he? He looks like a gorgeous, robust Siberean Husky leading a pack of mangy mutts! Love that Jackie Gleason "And Away We Go" dance!!!
fitting song
lonewolf1234512345 2 months ago
Hey there Mike Hinton! I see you!!
mcforyou 4 months ago
I love Rick, but he seems to have a gift for playing bass and singing. I wonder why he chose to play acoustic guitar instead of electric bass ?
dannyknapp 9 months ago
@dannyknapp He was already playing acoustic on stage , but was by himself.. Not sure why he didn't switch during this song, but he was already doing an Acoustic show before the random others who were at the same Festival joined him on stage
gabehampton 7 months ago
@dannyknapp The tour of Japan [Deadhead's Festival-A Tribute To Jerry Garcia] was Merl Saunders and The Rainforest Band, New Riders Of The Purple Sage, Rick Danko [solo] and Tom Constanten [solo]. This was when everyone joined Rick onstage at the end of his set, the last night in Tokyo.
michaelhintongtr 4 months ago
Rick loved as was great at being the band leader. He's having a great time directing the band and playing for the audience.
MuzicmanPresents 9 months ago
poop
TheEpicNarrative1 10 months ago
are you lying that this is the danko! if not for the voice I would not believe...
thienechemin 10 months ago
Wow he looked like John Goodman there for a minute - the shape is round but fine is the sound! RIP
2hamboigahs 11 months ago
What a voice and what great music he gave us!!
lightlyone 1 year ago
I luv how Rick looks happy in this clip, i love his voice and i love this version of the song
kitki91 1 year ago
un fuuucckiin real
kennova01 1 year ago
If anyone ever finds any of Merl Saunders and The Rainforest Band's performance from this night, 4/8/97 in Tokyo, please let me know. It was called "Deadhead's Festival - A Tribute To Jerry Garcia". Thanks.
michaelhintongtr 1 year ago
@michaelhintongtr It makes no difference is out there
1manufan1 1 year ago
Does anyone have a complete copy of this show on DVD? I'd love to trade for it & make a copy for my friend TC.
Thanks.....
martindead 2 years ago
@martindead the whole thing was shot on laser disc - there was a release with most of the night offered on Merl Saunders site - i had a bunch of the songs from our set [Merl/Rainforest Band] on my computer then KumaMocambos' account went south and everything disappeared from my computer. I have s-sbd DAT our set but as for the video of everyone that night i'm still looking.
michaelhintongtr 1 year ago
@michaelhintongtr Thanks. Please keep me posted if you evere find the video.
martindead 1 year ago
I know now sounds like Pete Townsend.
goatmark 2 years ago
Very well done.... RIP Rick..... The Big Dog misses you......
maddogwrestlingfan 2 years ago 2
jonrowe . you're a pussy. be a man . for the fist time in your life be a man . make your daddy proud...... we're waiting.
aballballball 2 years ago
"For someone with a BMUS from Berklee, you sure sound awfully mechanical.... "
LOL. That's probably why I went to lawschool.
JonWRowe 2 years ago
RIP Rick, A good old Norfolk County boy! Good as they come!
thefloyd76 2 years ago
If you know anything about R & R you will know this guy was one of the best
Jonnio4 2 years ago 2
Rick Danko died for your sins
crosbystillsnash68 3 years ago
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Jonnio4 2 years ago
I think it would have been better if he stayed on opiates to keep his weight in control. How could you go from being that skinny in your 30s and gain that much weight?
JonWRowe 3 years ago
Life is not that easy for everyone..its a fragile exstance for some more than others ..be kind
tigerfire44 3 years ago 7
Heh. Oh you don't know the shape that I'M in.
JonWRowe 3 years ago
Last I checked, everyone watching this was watching to see Rick Danko, not to hear you cry.
No one cares what shape YOU are in.
milkman52879 2 years ago
Speak for yourself kemobase.
JonWRowe 2 years ago
The vast majority of people who watch this watch it to see Rick Danko, not see some prick insult him, so I'm speaking for more than just myself...kemosabe
milkman52879 2 years ago
Heh. Lighten up Francis.
JonWRowe 2 years ago
Heh. Go annoy someone else jackass
milkman52879 2 years ago
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No you leave moron. No one cares about your peanut gallery commentary. If you can speak for the crowd I can too.
JonWRowe 2 years ago
Well...you can speak for a crowd, but if the people that are watching this video are fans of Rick Danko, they are most likely going to agree with the person who is defending Danko against the jackass who was being disrespectful to him.
The crowd you are speaking for is clearly the minority in this situation.
You lose, spanks for playing.
milkman52879 2 years ago
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This thread was dead until you decided to take a swipe at me.
JonWRowe 2 years ago
I love how you changed the subject.
Just because it's been a couple of months since you were so disrespectful doesn't mean that the thread died. Your dis was one of the last comments made on a video that over 15,000 people have viewed, and was bound to be continued at some point.
Also, It's quite obvious after watching the shitty video of you hacking your way across the fretboard that you are jealous of Danko's success. I could slap my dick on my Les Paul and make it sound better than that.
milkman52879 2 years ago
Your dick? Your profile says your name is "Gina." I didn't think you had one.
Jealous? Hardly. Yes, every member of the band kicks my ass as a musician; that's why I was smart enough not to pursue it as a living as a musician even though I have a BMUS from Berklee.
BTW: I didn't even intend my first comment to be an insult, just an observation.
JonWRowe 2 years ago
Well, Gina isn't my name, and notice that my act name is milkMAN.
As far as your claim that you were merely making an observation, the statement "I think it would have been better if he stayed on opiates to keep his weight in control. How could you go from being that skinny in your 30s and gain that much weight?" is CLEARLY disrespectful on inviting of criticism on a video in which over 15,000 fans have watched.
For someone with a BMUS from Berklee, you sure sound awfully mechanical....
milkman52879 2 years ago
He loved to perform as much as we loved watching him, that is so obvious,so much fun to watch
mjgrahm 3 years ago
he really did rick always was havin fun on that stage......addiction is a horrable disease that has taken SO manny
LONGDISTANERUNNER 3 years ago
Thanks very much for the post. He honestly seemed to enjoy the music so much, you could see it in his face during the guitar solos. Certainly is missed.
CripplerFan 3 years ago
behere, thanks for sharing :)
RIP Rick
freepatriot 3 years ago
Listen people.
This what happens when you get older and get off the drugs. Just listen to his voice. The band I was in opened for THE BAND in 1995 and he was amzing.
bobmarley67 4 years ago
Rick Danko is here to play!
rewturn 4 years ago
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actually i do know the shape you're in
brambunting 4 years ago
Much better shape than you're in, I'm sure!
SipTheWine 4 years ago 3
why don't you just go sip some wine!
renwelner 4 years ago
No, Richard Manuel is singing with him in Heaven, just as he did on Earth. This is beautiful, just like Rick.
Love4Danko 4 years ago 13
Danko rules!!!!
rickdanko1 4 years ago
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this is terrible... Richard manuel is prolly tuning in his grave
klesath13 4 years ago
in the black hat is john dawson he sang anit no more cane with rick janis and jerry on the festival of trains
kidbuck33 4 years ago
Rick loves me I know it he told me so I know it I shall not listen to the ignorant...the petty...the shallow...the narrow minded.... they don't know Ricky I KNOW RICKY HE IS INSIDE OF ME EVERY NIGHT. I live not to be psycho only to spread the gospel of Danko.
suzsuzi 4 years ago
Actually he spoke to me last night and told me that you are mistaken. It's his evil spirit twin Nick Danko who is the one speaking to you.
JonWRowe 4 years ago
Met Rick back in 1994. Super nice guy. I even witnessed him soundchecking all to myself...great memory.
drummer78 4 years ago
i always wanted to meet him
60skid 4 years ago
If you lived in the New England-New York area back in the early to mid 1990's (as I did) it was pretty easy to see Rick as he was often playing little shows around the region. When he played, he always hung out with his fans before and afterward. He was perhaps the most accessible rock n' roll legend ever.
drummer78 4 years ago
Maybe you should seek professional help and stop desecrating this beloved man's memory. There has to be another way for you to get the attention you crave.
Heart4Danko 4 years ago 2
I thought about that. Seriously. But Rick keeps appearing to me in my dreams to tell me: "spread the word I am the God of Fire" "only others are offended not me not me Rick for I am coming into your loins for a reason: to spread the word...to make me a STAR for they may have forgot me while I was alive but NO ONE is gonna forget Rick Danko in death. The whole world is gonna know: I AM THE LORD OF FIRE!
suzsuzi 4 years ago
I'm so sorry. I have realised since turning 41 last week what I have been doing. I was trying to draw attention to Rick - especially trying to alert other women. I was not trying to draw attention to myself and I know now that is the truth. I am so sorry if you were hurt very badly. Bye. No more posting from me I promise.
suzsuzi 4 years ago
you spell very poopily!
rickdanko1 4 years ago
oooh baby i just want Rick close to me feel him inside of me gently caressing me whisipering me coming in me oooh baby I want Rick back
suzsuzi 4 years ago
one of a kind
nape1979 4 years ago
You want to see Rick's personality in a nutshell? Check out 2:32 to 3:16. The only thing that could ever surpass his incredible musicianship was his lovable, magnetic personality. That warmth you see is no act--that'the real Rick Danko.
Genghis1229 4 years ago
He didn't get older - he just got cuter. Watching this makes me wish I could give him a big hug! His voice captured our hearts and still hasn't let go.
longblkveil 4 years ago 2
He *is* cute, isn't he? He looks like a gorgeous, robust Siberean Husky leading a pack of mangy mutts! Love that Jackie Gleason "And Away We Go" dance!!!
Astralmom 4 years ago 2
Whooo hooo! "Gorgeous robust Siberean Husky" I love it baby I love it!
suzsuzi 4 years ago
How cute is he??!!
one2go2 4 years ago
Hey Rick out there somewhere, thinking of you always 'ol buddy. the Glenster.
ed37die 4 years ago
@ed37die poop
TheEpicNarrative1 10 months ago
God Bless You, Rick. Nobody comes close!
Astralmom 4 years ago