Vinyl Community - Led Zeppelin Artwork, A Special Gift from Nathan Morales ~ A Must See

[pudsi]

Rob, That's a great gift but you're a great guy and truly deserve it man! Happy New Year to you Rob! Ade/UK.

[Paneeks1960]

@pudsi That is so nice to hear and I appreciate it very much Ade. I must say that he blew my mind when I got that package in the mail. I still have yet to send something back to him but I am working on it.

I do hope to see you back and posting soon. I know you are probably saving up some money after the holidays. But truly I do hope you post soon and I hope that your family and yourself are doing well. I miss you around the VC mate. Talk to you soon, Thanks again~

Rob

[McSoappy]

Amazing how we can have such amazing people in the community. Really proves that there's still really great folks out there! Be well Rob!

[Paneeks1960]

@McSoappy I agree with you David and some. Those were very special drawings from Nathan and ones that will eventually grace the walls of my new music room that is being built from scratch. It will take about a year or so because there is a lot of moving, cutting, changing, rearranging and then finally, developing. You add to this team that we call the VC and you are also a very kind guy. I wish the best for you and your family through this holiday and new year. Talk soon David~

Rob

[crapitoutjim]

Hi Rob, thanks for your kind messages. I really want next year to be a good one. This last year has been really shitty for me. I lost my younger brother Joe to drugs and it really did break mine and my Mum & Dads hearts. I stilll miss him now he was a great guy who went the wrong way. Sorry to off load this on you!! I want to maybe post a few videos myself in the new year as I'm going to buy a video/stills camera fro myself in January. Hope I didn't get too heavy, all the best James, Manchester

[Paneeks1960]

@crapitoutjim Hey James. First off you can never get too heavy when talking to me because I care about everything you got to say. I have to tell you that I am so sorry about your brother and words could not describe how bad I feel. I am sure he was an incredible guy and I know first hand about the demons that are involved with addiction. I am helping a few people now and continuing my education in Psychology in Feb to learn more about counseling addiction.

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[Paneeks1960]

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I do hope you post some videos because I would love to see them. It will be a great way for some of the people in the VC to get to know you even better than now. But again, I am happy that you wrote to me. I really hope you guys can find some solace in this years holidays. Please know I will be thinking of you, your mom and dad. With my dad back in the hospital I will take it one day and a time.

Stay in touch James, talk to you soon~

Rob

[crapitoutjim]

Hey Rob have you heard about the Beach Boys reforming, touring and recording a new album for 2012, including Brian Wilson. Search for user BeachBoys on YouTube for better info. Thought you may be interested. I'm not too sure how I feel about it! Cheers and have a great Christmas and an even better New Year, James, Manchester, UK

[Paneeks1960]

@crapitoutjim How are you doing James? I heard speculation about a new Beach Boys album and tour but I did not think it was going to happen. only because I thought Brian was content with his solo career. I will check out the website like you said. I was thinking about you recently. I really would like to say "thanks" for your friendship through the year and your comments, etc...

I also hope that you and your family have a great Christmas and a Happy New Year too. Talk to you soon James~

Rob

[SupraWes]

Amazing artwork, you guys are both such special members of the vinyl community. It chokes me up to see you guys be able to be such good friends just because of a shared love for pieces of plastic. It is a beautiful thing that there is so much love and compassion for one another here in the VC. Merry Christmas to you and your family Rob!

[Paneeks1960]

@SupraWes Thank you Wes. That was a really beautiful comment. There really is a lot of real love, respect and admiration for each other and you are no different Wes. I get the same kind of vibes from you. I am sorry that I got back to you so late. It was a crazy day today. I will fill in the VC later on. Thanks again,

Rob

[ryanrocks84]

Oh, I shoulda been able to watch this particular video much sooner!! Sorry that I´m this late Rob. These Led Zep-pics are just great!!! What I nice package!! Hope you´re doing well!! Marry Christmas to you and your family, have a good time buddy! - Ben

[Paneeks1960]

@ryanrocks84 Hello Ben, I am just glad you you watched it now. Nathan did a magnificent job on these and he did it when he was not in the best of spirits. It was the first time that someone has ever painted me anything Zeppelin related that is for sure. Let me know how your apartment/house hunting is going. Maybe you can do some sort of 'setting up my vinyl' video in the near future. If we all lived closer we could lend a hand and get it done in 1 day.

Merry Christmas to you/family also~

Rob

[Patchman14]

thank you im getting in to this colllecting thing my self

[Paneeks1960]

@Patchman14 Right on Mike. I wish you the best of luck getting all of the shows that you need. Hook up with the right people on the Zeppelin web sites and you will get an enormous amount of help. It takes a while to get the hang of it but once you do start getting the hang of it you will see it is a lot easier than you thought. Take care,'

Rob

[PauliWalnuts86]

I've been a member of the VC for a very short time, although I've been watching for about a year now. I've already met some people that I treasure already as friends. I really do believe that the VC is all about a common hobby that connects us all into an instant friend ship. I'm pretty sure you've said you're from Boston, and I would almost guarantee it by the accent. Might be going up to New Hampshire next month and if I get time, I'd love to vinyl hunt with you.

[Patchman14]

what was that web site where you told me about the led zeppelin clip art ? thank you rob you to Marry xmass hope all is well ps that guy did an cool job on each pic

[Paneeks1960]

@Patchman14

You just said the title of the website in the question line that you asked. It is called ZeppelinArt. If you look that up it will give you everything you need and some that has to do with the one and only Blimp. I hope you have learned how to download shows and if you have not Mike, there are loads of sites to help you out. Check out the Achilles Last Stand message board because there is tons of information that will help you out with everything you need. Good luck Mike,

Rob

[MuziekMusicMuziek]

Rob, What a wonderfull and personal gift from Nathan, just super! Bye Jen.

[Paneeks1960]

@MuziekMusicMuziek Hello again my good friend Jen. I am so happy that you checked this out because it was such a beautiful present to receive. You are 100% correct when you say "what a wonderful and personal gift". It took me about 5 minutes just to get into the package. He enclosed the CD with The Rain Song on it and asked me to play it while I was opening the package. Just a wonderful gift from a generous man.

I wish you and your family the best Christmas + New Years~

Rob

[Led1995Zeppelin]

what a lovely video, such a sweet letter and some amazing pictures, that was a really emotional video but also a really happy one as well, thanks for showing us the pictures rob, merry christmas and a happy new year to you

[Paneeks1960]

@Led1995Zeppelin

Hey Sam~ I am really glad that you got to check these incredible drawings by Nathan. He really made my Christmas time a lot happier. For someone to take the time out and do something like this and give it to me was a big honor. I know how much the Blimp means to you too and that is why I said for you to check these out in the comment I left for your video. Thanks again Sam.

I wish you and your family the best Christmas and New Years. Talk to you soon~

Rob

[KoolRanchDressing]

Beautiful stuff. Nathan is an awesome guy, so sincere and caring. You deserve the present too for all you do for everyone here.  Very cool that Nathan was able to work through his grief and make this present for you. Shelly lost both her parents a few years ago and I know how tough a thing it is to go through. But you just got to be strong and carry on.

Such cool and detailed art. Shelly and I'd love to have one of these of Black Sabbath! We may be inspired to make one after this.

[Paneeks1960]

@KoolRanchDressing Hello River~ Thanks for your compliment and also I am really happy that you liked these incredible charcoal paintings by Nathan. I do not think there was one comment that did not say how caring and loving Nathan is and I totally agree. I am going to frame these and find a really good spot for them. No one has ever given me such an incredible gift that was Zeppelin related.

I felt really bad when you said that "Shelly lost both her parents this year".

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[Paneeks1960]

@KoolRanchDressing

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Could you please relay to her that I am really sorry to hear this and that I am truly thinking of her. She is lucky to have you in her life and vice versa.

I will try to show Nathan's artwork when I am done framing them. I do hope that you guys get each member of Sabbath done the same kind of way. It is always great hearing from you. I am going to watch your video soon. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and Shelly. Talk to you both soon~

Rob

[dimebagdave77]

nice to see you Rob! Man,i love Zeppelin with a passion and i knew this would be good! Nate is a great guy,that incense put me in a good place.FABULOUS ARTWORK! is that charcoal? amazing man! Merry Christmas and much respect from N.C.!

[Paneeks1960]

@dimebagdave77 D~a~v~e, how have you been my friend? You are one of the guys who I have not heard from and I am so glad that you touched base. I know you love Zeppelin as much as I do. You are 100% right about Nathan. I have really admired his personality and also his massive love for music since I joined the VC. His talents range from guitar playing, singing, writing and also art. I will find a nice frame for each one of these. It is charcoal and each one came out great.

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[Paneeks1960]

@dimebagdave77

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He really made my Christmas spirit sore by doing this for me. I am really glad that you dug Dave. I also want to wish you and your family/friends a Merry Christmas and a very Happy New Year. Lets try to catch up in a few PM's in January. Sound good?

Talk to you then. You know how to get me if you need to rap a while~

Rob

[astraltraveler68]

Real people being real too each other..beautiful..and the vibes flow on and on...

Nathan is a pure soul like you my friend..much love chris

[Paneeks1960]

@astraltraveler68 Hi Chris. There are so many great gifts, comments and positive vibes that go around the VC. This was a true example of what kind of person Nathan is. Not like we did not know it already but I was really taken back by this beautiful gift. I know he was going through some tough times when he created these so it makes the whole thing even more special to me. I have got some nice gifts this year including yours, I have to start giving back too, Thanks for your friendship~

Rob

[Paneeks1960]

@astraltraveler68

I also wanted to say thank you for all the nice words that you said about me in the comments. You and Nathan share a lot of the same qualities and it is very inspiring to me in many ways. I think everyone in the VC has got the same sort of positive vibe going on and I hope it never stops.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you Chris. Talk to you real soon~

Rob

[BioCYTE1]

Stunning, amazing, one of a kind, unparalleled, generous, thoughtful, emotional, outstanding. Seven minutes and thirty nine seconds was all it took to represent what the VC is all about. I'm so happy Nathan chose to make and send those to you. They couldn't be in a better place, with a better person, with a better friend. Have a great day neighbor, talk soon. - Ramble on....your friend, Lj

[Paneeks1960]

@BioCYTE1 Now how can I answer a comment like that in proper gratitude? Every word that you said including generous and thoughtful definitely hit the nail on the head when talking about Nathan and the Zeppelin drawings that he sent. What touched me Lj is when he said "this VC has turned into something I can't express but I can say it is beautiful and magical". He not only can paint, play guitar and sing but he can also write too. Thanks again for honoring him and the paintings. Your the best~

[Paneeks1960]

@BioCYTE1 Real quickly, I forgot to tell you that a small package is on the way to you. Nothing major, just a few magazines as you know. I really hope you like at least one of them. take care my friend and thanks again for your unbelievable comments~

Neighbor

[BioCYTE1]

@Paneeks1960 Nothing could be more meaningful than just receiving something from a friend. You could send me Barbie magazines and I wouldn't display them but would hold onto them as they're from a friend, true ones are few and far between, and for some crack ass reason, my friend thought I should have these. So lock me up in a padded room, I value my friends. Don't have many and that's because it's a meaningful and treasured thing in this short life. - Talk soon, Lj

[Paneeks1960]

@BioCYTE1 I forgot to answer this comment and I apologize for that. I totally understand what you are saying about friends and getting things from friends, etc.. True friends are hard to find and that is why I hold onto the few I have too. I had a ton growing up but as you get older everyone starts to do their own thing. I lost my best friend in the world of 26 years last year and that hurt but life goes on. Thanks again Lj for your continued friendship. We will go record hunting soon~

Rob

[Bends95]

very nice post Rob,that definetely makes for a special gift for the holidays,have a merry christmas and happy new year!

[Paneeks1960]

@Bends95 Thank you so much my friend and it was great hearing from you. This was truly one of the nicest gifts that I have ever received. I could not imagine how much work he had put into doing not only one but each member of Zeppelin. I am going to find the perfect spot for that after they are framed. I am happy that you watched this because I wanted everyone to see the great job that Nathan did.

I wish you and your family the best Christmas and Happy New Year as well. Talk to you soon~

Rob

[DlSASTERPIECE]

I don't even know what to say, other than that was one hell of a gift. It's so great to always see us doing stuff like this for one another in the VC, and honestly I don't know any other group of people that do this for each other. Nathan is one of the greatest guys you will ever find out there and his presence will always send positive vibes to us. On the other hand, those are some outstanding paintings! Enjoy Rob, you deserve such a good gift.

-Marcus

[Paneeks1960]

@DlSASTERPIECE Now how can I respond to such a great comment as this one Marcus? First I must say that you are totally right regarding the VC. It would be really tough finding another group of people who care enough about each other like we do in the VC. He complimented me and my favorite band at the same time. His heart is always working overtime and it is a quality that I really respect. You have many of the same qualities too. Thanks again for your friendship through the year Marcus~

Rob

[68BazzJazz]

What a great gift!!!How kind of Nathan!!!They look beautiful!!!Nathan is right about your comments and video's.You really put your heart in each and every one of them!!!You deserve a gift like this Rob for what you do and mean for the VC.Take care my friend.

[Paneeks1960]

@68BazzJazz Wow, that was quite a compliment Jan and I really appreciate that more than you know. I really loved the paintings and I intend to find a really nice place to display them. I am going to frame each of them because they are charcoal and I want them to stay nice without getting fingerprinted and all.

Also I appreciate the nice words about my comments. I try to treat every fellow VC member's videos the same because I get something out of each one. Thank you for your friendship~

Rob

[stephan73]

Wow! Those are some awesome paintings! Nathan is a gente (and very talented) soul!

[Paneeks1960]

@stephan73 Hi Stephan and thanks again for checking in and seeing these incredible paintings that Nathan has done. You are absolutely right too. He is a gentle and talented soul. I wrote to him and asked him if he would mind if I read the note he wrote in the video. He did not say no but i was still hesitant to do it. But I thought in the end that the fellow VC members would appreciate it more. I will frame each one soon. Thanks a lot again Stephan for your friendship. Talk to you soon~

Rob

[Chris4127basket]

wow, that's some vc love train again, absolutely beautiful! Nathan is awesome, merry Xmas Rob!

[Paneeks1960]

@Chris4127basket

Hello Chris. I have to say that this gift was the one that really made me extremely happy. You should have seen what I had to do just to get inside the box? Even the way he enclosed the typed message was an example of the way he appreciates friendship. If When I finish the downstairs music room they will be going on one of the walls for sure. I appreciate you checking out the video I wish you and your loved ones/family the most happiest Christmas and New Years as well.

Rob

[Patchman14]

Love that song in the back round

[Paneeks1960]

@Patchman14 It is one of the best from their catalog. I prefer the live versions from the 1973 tour and especially the version from Seattle and Madison Square Garden in NYC. But I would settle for this version off of Houses of the Holy any day of the week as well. Hope you are well and I wish you and your family the best Christmas and Happy New Year. Thanks for checking in and seeing this amazing gift that I got from Nathan. This is the generosity of the Vinyl Community.

Rob

[stephievon]

love that bostonian accent of yours, rob. that was such a special gift from nathan and the artwork was fabulous. i will watch his videos too. ohh, thanks for sharing.

[Paneeks1960]

@stephievon Hi Stephanie. Thanks for complimenting my Bostonian accent. I still do not notice it but I guess it is pretty strong. Wasn't that the best gift ever? I was saying in a few comment replies that I have got a few really nice packages this year but Nathan's was truly a heart warming gift that made me think of the value between friends in the VC. I am going to send him back something really nice. I hope you are staying warm out there in Cali. Love talking to you. Thanks again ~

Rob

[ClashOfPopCult]

Amazing paintings! Thats what I call an ultimate gift, its literally one of a kind.

[Paneeks1960]

@ClashOfPopCult You took the words right out of my mouth. It is truly a one of a kind gift. I just read your return comment and I wanted to just say "thanks again" for showing me that 'Who's Next' LP. If it wasn't for you showing that I would have never put myself in gear and bought it. I was very impressed with the sound of the vinyl as well.

Thanks again for you comment and have a great Christmas and New Years~

Rob

[kingsdrummer]

Those paintings look great. What a wonderful gift to receive. The friendships made here are great to see. The VC is the best place to be !!

[Paneeks1960]

@kingsdrummer Hey Gil. he did an amazing job on these for sure. I was touched because he not only did them when he was going through a rough time but he also sent them to me of all people. It made me feel great knowing that he relates me to my favorite band ever. I mean that must have taken him quite some time to do four portraits.You are right, the VC is the best. I still have your last comment set aside. I will send you out all my info tomorrow. Thanks again Gil, you are the best~

Rob

[Lazerrus]

What a great and touching gesture of friendship Rob. Truly a great gift. I am sure you will enjoy them for years. Nathan is quite the man to put forth such effort at a rough time. It is nice to know he has an escape through his art. Enjoy.

[Paneeks1960]

@Lazerrus Hello Duane. You are so right with those kind words my friend. I have to honestly say that it was something that no one has done for me ever in relation to Led Zeppelin. I know he must have dug deep just to put forth the effort to do this artwork. Just getting your fingers and concentration level to do four of them is a lot of work. But now I can honor them by framing them properly and displaying them in someplace nice. I appreciate your nice words Duane. Talk to you soon,

Rob

[nathanrmorales]

♡ Be well my friend.

[Paneeks1960]

@nathanrmorales

The most important comment reply of the night. I hope that I honored your beautiful artwork and kind gesture in a way that made you happy as much as I am Nathan. I cannot thank you enough for making my year end on such a good note. I have got some great VC gifts but this one was very special. You are a guy with many talents but the one I like the best is your love for your friends. It inspires me to be a better person.

I will think of something to send you too. Much love,

Rob

[Paneeks1960]

@nathanrmorales I forgot to wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year. I will talk to you soon in a PM. Thanks again my brother~

Rob

"This is the wonder of devotion - I seek the torch we all must hold"....

The Rain Song CD, the feather and incense was a beautiful touch.

[beninski707]

Just an amazing gift Rob. Nathan is obviously very talented. Those pictures are going to look great up on your wall. I honestly wish I could be there to help set up your music room.  I think it would be a blast. Take care for now my friend and Merry Christmas!!

[Paneeks1960]

@beninski707 Hey Mark, how is everything going. It is great to hear from you. You are right, it was an amazing gift and yes Nathan is very talented. They are going to look fabulous when I frame all four of them. It was such a compliment because not only did he think of me but he related Led Zeppelin to me as well.

I wish you could help me with the room too. It would be a lot of fun. It won't be done for a while Merry Christmas to you too, your wife and your family. Thanks again Mark~

Rob

[seqouiaflame]

Those are gorgeous! I'm so jealous! You deserve them Rob. All the best.

[Paneeks1960]

@seqouiaflame Thanks a lot David. I was truly taking back when I saw what was in there and the work that went into it all. It honored me because not only did he do these while his spirits were down but he also though of doing Zeppelin and sending it to me. I am going to frame them and find a really good spot for them. I really appreciate you checking in and digging the video. I will talk to you real soon. Merry Christmas to you and your beautiful family~

Rob

[TheGrecianThunder]

Absolutely gorgeous! What a fantastic gift of creative majesty! Give us a tour of your music room when you are done, Rob!

[Paneeks1960]

@TheGrecianThunder Hey Andreas~ Thanks for checking this out. I was really blown away by his very generous gift from Nathan. I will frame them soon and find a nice place for them. I have been working on a music room for a long time now. I am still clearing things out at the same time I am fixing it up so it is taking a while. Ultimately I would like it to look like Rob's {EoLoVox} room. But yes, a room tour will be essential. I still have to check out your other two videos tonight.

Rob

[babylonseeker]

awesome gift from an awesome person to an awesome person! I love the VC!

[Paneeks1960]

@babylonseeker Hey hey Sean-O! How are you doing my good friend? That was quite a comment. I have to tell you that the gift from Nathan was one of the coolest and most thoughtful gifts that I have ever got from anyone. He literally had me in tears when I finally got to the drawings. I was touched because he did these at a bad time in his life. I will think of something to send him back.

I hope you and your family have the best Christmas and New Years Sean. Thanks again for everything~

Rob

[CollectorOfMusic]

absolutely awesome

[Paneeks1960]

@CollectorOfMusic Hello Kevin, how have you been my friend? It has been a while since I shared a comment with you but I know you are staying on top of each and every video in the VC. Or at least all that you can because it is so tough keeping up with all of them. I am really happy that you dug this video and Nathan's incredible artwork. That was one of the nicest things that anyone has ever done for me. I will never forget it. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family~

Rob

[glowing00cabbage]

Amazing nod to the human possibilities of healing, friendship, and art. Great work Nathan.

[Paneeks1960]

@glowing00cabbage You got that right and what a way to word it properly Jeff. I am sure that you may have known about Nathan's artistic side because you are an artist yourself. I figure that you guys must have mentioned it to each other in comment. I am just honored that he honored me with four pieces of art done on my favorite band ever. Thanks a lot for your comment. Talk to you soon~

Rob

You mentioned something about your radio station in the last video. Are you still on as DJ?

[MrFartboy79]

Wow! Awesome work Nathan! Totally blown away! Rob- what a beautiful gift man... cherish those. Make sure you show those once in the frames! Happy Holidays to you too Rob!

[Paneeks1960]

@MrFartboy79 Hello Tony! I have not heard from you in a while and I am truly happy to do so. I was and still am really blown away from this unbelievable gift. He put his heart and soul into this at a time when he was not in the best of spirits. Maybe his artistic side comes out of him more when he is dealing with something that tough? I was just happy that he thought of me and especially in connection with my favorite band. I will show them framed. Merry Christmas to you and family Tony~

Rob

[Paneeks1960]

@MrFartboy79

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Did you hear that Howard signed on as judge on America's Got Talent? We will definitely have to see what that show is all about now Tony. Take care,

Rob

[MrFartboy79]

@Paneeks1960 Haha...yeah man I did... I'm psyched about it! I've never watched that show, but if Howard is on it, I'm there! I hope he tears it up! My guess is he wants to show people he can do other things- like TV- so when he retires from the radio, he'll have a cush TV gig. Can't wait- the ratings are gonna go through the roof I think.

[Paneeks1960]

@MrFartboy79 I think you nailed it Tony. I never thought about him making a name in TV so that he can set something up for when he retires. Great thinking. Stern fans like us want him to be the best on any show so I hope it does not bomb. The ratings are definitely going to go up because quite frankly, how could that show get any worse? {smile}. I do hope that the show gets more involved with bands and better music. I can't wait to see the first night with Howard. Let the games begin~

Rob

[jblars]

That is a stunning gift, Rob. Just gorgeous.

[Paneeks1960]

@jblars Thanks so much for your comment. It really took me back by surprise that was for sure. This was the very first time that I have ever got a handmade artistic creation given to me that represented my favorite band of all time. I am going to frame those and find a really nice place for them in a music/entertainment/record room that will take me another year to complete. I will show them eventually when they are framed.

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays, thanks again~

Rob

[HardRockRecords]

wow very awesome Rob ! the letter you recieved from him was truly from the heart. the artwork is amazing also . I liked how you saved the best for last ..BONZO. :-)

see ya around

- Jacob

[Paneeks1960]

@HardRockRecords I truly was taken back when I opened this package from Nathan. I really had to work hard just to finally get to the photos. He packages them like three or four times deep which was really smart so they would not bend or crease. Now I have my very first hand painted/drawn photos of my favorite band of all times. A nice letter too. The perfect Christmas present from a true friend and artist. I wish you and your family a Merry Christmas and Happy New Years. Thanks Jacob~

Rob

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