Re: [original-asia] Re: Live Asia Web Chat: June 10, 2012, 8:00pm UK Time

[Douglas Armstrong]

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <origin...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.
>>
>> Joe
>>
>
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[val]

test message

On Thursday, June 7, 2012 5:30:09 AM UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[Geoff.D]

testing accounts. This is not a message from Geoff Downes.

[Geoff.D]

testing accounts.  This is not a message from Geoff Downes.

On Thursday, 7 June 2012 05:30:09 UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[Carl.P]

testing accounts. This is not a message from Carl Palmer.

[Steve.H]

testing accounts. This is not a message from Steve Howe.

On Thursday, 7 June 2012 05:30:09 UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[John.W]

testing accounts. This is not a message from John Wetton.

[Douglas Armstrong]

Never been so enthused, to "NOT" get a message from somebody... LOL

Just seeing the names coming in from the roll call of "NOT" sent by... messages *already* has me smiling, knowing the /ASIA\ webchat is imminent.

"NOT" John Wetton, "NOT" Steve Howe, "NOT" Carl Palmer... and no, "NOT" Geoffrey Downes.

(How could you "NOT" be excited by *THAT*...??!?!?!)

;)

Douglas A.
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

"Original Asia on behalf of John.W" <origin...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>testing accounts. This is not a message from John Wetton.
>On Friday, 8 June 2012 18:45:41 UTC+1, Steve.H wrote:
>>
>> testing accounts. This is not a message from Steve Howe.
>> On Thursday, 7 June 2012 05:30:09 UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>>>
>>> I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>>>
>>> I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
>>> recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
>>> band with their fans in 2012.
>>>
>>> I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
>>> record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>>>
>>> I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
>>> miracle"
>>>
>>> Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>>>

>>> Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <origin...@googlegroups.com>

>>> email to original-asi...@googlegroups.com. If you have a

>>> Google account, visit this group for more options at
>>> https://groups.google.com/d/forum/original-asia?hl=en
>>>
>>>
>

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[Joe Kennedy]

Now that is funny!

 

Joe

On Friday, June 8, 2012 2:11:20 PM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:

Never been so enthused, to "NOT" get a message from somebody... LOL

Just seeing the names coming in from the roll call of "NOT" sent by... messages *already* has me smiling, knowing the /ASIA\ webchat is imminent.

"NOT" John Wetton, "NOT" Steve Howe, "NOT" Carl Palmer... and no, "NOT" Geoffrey Downes.

(How could you "NOT" be excited by *THAT*...??!?!?!)

;)

Douglas A.
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

"Original Asia on behalf of John.W" <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>testing accounts. This is not a message from John Wetton.
>On Friday, 8 June 2012 18:45:41 UTC+1, Steve.H wrote:
>>
>> testing accounts. This is not a message from Steve Howe.
>> On Thursday, 7 June 2012 05:30:09 UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>>>
>>> I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>>>
>>> I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
>>> recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
>>> band with their fans in 2012.
>>>
>>> I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
>>> record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>>>
>>> I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
>>> miracle"
>>>
>>> Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>>>

>>> Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com>

>>> email to original-asia+unsubscribe@googlegroups.com. If you have a

>>> Google account, visit this group for more options at
>>> https://groups.google.com/d/forum/original-asia?hl=en
>>>
>>>
>

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[trippysocks]

I'm excited too! Trying really hard to think of some profound questions to ask, but I think in the end I'll be asking really silly things, um.

On Thursday, June 7, 2012 2:30:09 PM UTC+10, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[ASteele67A]

testing accounts. This IS the Deputy!!

On Wednesday, June 6, 2012 11:30:09 PM UTC-5, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[Douglas Armstrong]

"ASteele67A..."

Haven't I SEEN that name in neon lights on a "tiki hut" somewhere, before...???

-Douglas
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of ASteele67A <origin...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>testing accounts. This* IS* the Deputy!!

>On Wednesday, June 6, 2012 11:30:09 PM UTC-5, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>>
>> I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>>
>> I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
>> recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
>> band with their fans in 2012.
>>
>> I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
>> record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>>
>> I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
>> miracle"
>>
>> Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>>

>> Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <origin...@googlegroups.com>

>> wrote:
>>
>> >Hi All:
>> >
>> >Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>> >look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>> >your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>> >and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>> >This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>> >band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>> >
>> >Joe
>> >
>> >On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>> >
>> >> To All:
>> >>
>> >> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> >> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web
>> chat
>> >> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it
>> here,
>> >> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding
>> this
>> >> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.
>> >>
>> >> Joe
>> >>
>> >
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>>
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[Duke Potter]

Howdy do.

On Jun 9, 11:58 am, Douglas Armstrong wrote:
> "ASteele67A..."
>
> Haven't I SEEN that name in neon lights on a "tiki hut" somewhere, before...???
>
> -Douglas
> /AgentA\
>
> Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>

> Original Asia on behalf of ASteele67A <[email address]> wrote:
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> >testing accounts. This* IS* the Deputy!!
> >On Wednesday, June 6, 2012 11:30:09 PM UTC-5, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>
> >> I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>
> >> I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
> >> recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
> >> band with their fans in 2012.
>
> >> I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
> >> record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>
> >> I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
> >> miracle"
>
> >> Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>

> >> Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <[email address]>

> >> wrote:
>
> >> >Hi All:
>
> >> >Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
> >> >look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
> >> >your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
> >> >and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
> >> >This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
> >> >band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
> >> >Joe
>
> >> >On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
> >> >> To All:
>
> >> >> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
> >> >> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web
> >> chat
> >> >> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it
> >> here,
> >> >> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding
> >> this
> >> >> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.
>
> >> >> Joe
>
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[Douglas Armstrong]

You seem one fine fellow, Joe!
LOL!!

(I won't ask which threads you wear, good sir... LOL!!)

Listen, Joe! If you (if anyone here, really) should find yourself at a Florida show this fall for "XXX", let me know! I always plan (or join, like in Philly 2009) fun "pre-show" meet-ups somewhere in town, when I've gone to see /ASIA\ live.

/ASIA\ fans really do have such VARIED, and genuinely interesting, cultural & musical tastes. It makes for superbly fun pre-show chatter!

I don't care as much about pre-show buzz for any of the (many) other live shows I have seen - but even after 6 years into the reunion era, *EVERY* single /ASIA\ show I have seen feels like a major event to me (7 so far: 3 in my homestate of Florida, 4 out of state, 1 of which was in a different COUNTRY).

If Lennon & Harrison were alive TODAY - and were performing live as THE BEATLES again, with Paul and Ringo... wouldn't you go??

/ASIA\ - particularly *THIS* special, "Original" lineup of /ASIA\ - feels JUST as important to me as THE BEATLES - and I mean that. Just as much as the 4 moptops from Liverpool felt to my mother.

Tragedy, Life, Death, Love, & Retirement can *ALL* affect the memberships of music bands. You never KNOW how long something GREAT - remains the way you cherish or remember it.

All I know is, that for as long as Geoffrey Downes, Steve Howe, Carl Palmer, AND John Wetton perform (AND record!) as /ASIA\: I WILL ATTEND EVERY SHOW I CAN.

And furthermore, continue to text and blog and talk to everyone I know who shares my love for intelligent, emotional, POWERFUL music... I just can't stop enthusing how *great* this era of /ASIA\ fandom TRULY IS...

-Douglas
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <origin...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Oh my, I would be breaking my own moderating protocols if I said go with
>the boxer or brief question. I have faith in you Doug, do the right
>thing...even if it feels wrong. :)
>
>Joe
>
>On Saturday, June 9, 2012 8:38:41 PM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>
>> I have my questions together for each of the members of /ASIA\ now, save
>> one - plus a band-wide question for each member.
>>
>> I am still waiting to see what the *format* for asking questions will
>> be... (I.E. will we be limited to just 1 Q per FAN? Can we ask 1 unique Q
>> of EACH band member? If limited to only *1* Q per fan - may we at least ask
>> a "single" Q of the band, inviting EACH member to answer that 1 Q??)
>>
>> My questions, so far, seem pretty staightforward (and I'm ready for
>> *ANYTHING* on this Webchat - LOL). But I'm HOPING that somebody finds a way
>> to inject something slightly irreverant, unexpected, or even FUNNY with
>> this /ASIA\ web event... LOL
>>
>> After the "cheeky" side of Genesis with Peter Gabriel (and props for
>> "EMILY" from OMEGA!), I think prog music and their creators are often seen
>> as a lot devoid of humor... which couldn't be further from the TRUTH! When
>> you get to "know" the makers. (Rick Wakeman onstage eating curry mid-show
>> during Yes' TALES... tour is pretty darned funny!)
>>
>> Who knows! Maybe some brave /ASIA\ fan downs a pint or two, and gets the
>> liquid nerve to ask some questions we've NEVER really begged answers to...
>>
>>
>> GEOFFREY: Did the fact that Toys R' Us relentlessly beamed images of icon
>> "Geoffrey" (the giraffe) onto children's TVs by '82 or so, force your
>> decision to change your name to "GEOFF" by '83's ALPHA...?
>>
>> STEVE: Boxers, or briefs?
>>
>> CARL: What do ELP mates Keith & Greg think of your nightly tribute to Cozy
>> Powell (displaying your twin bass drum heads, with the blue initials
>> "CP"...)
>>
>> JOHN: No offense, sir, but - isn't the name "John" a bit ordinary, for a
>> man of your credentials LOL? Lemmy, Ozzy, Bono... we need that "one Mount
>> Rushmore name" for you, mate. Something Norse God-like, beside a salacious
>> name like "XXX" in youtube's search engine. Do you like "THOR"...? Could
>> you just practice in the mirror, "THOR", just one time - do it for the
>> FANS?? Say this aloud, John, if you would - and with a DEEEEEP,
>> Taurus-pedals accompanied bellow: " I AM ***THOR*** - AND THIS, IS, 'SOLE!
>> SURVIVORRRRRR'...!!!!!"
>>
>> But I won't ask that. But only *you* fans here will know that tonight, I
>> was *thinking* it...
>>
>> ;)
>>
>> -Douglas
>> /AgentA\
>>
>> (P.S. Seriously - I am looking forward to having a good time with the fans
>> and the band tomorrow. THANK YOU, Joe, for making this possible for us.)
>>
>>
>
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[Wetton82]

Ok so how is this web chat going to work? Is there a chat room being set up?  And what time does 8PM translate to here in the Eastern US?  Thanks!

On Saturday, June 9, 2012 10:46:32 PM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:

You seem one fine fellow, Joe!
LOL!!

(I won't ask which threads you wear, good sir...  LOL!!)

Listen, Joe! If you (if anyone here, really) should find yourself at a Florida show this fall for "XXX", let me know! I always plan (or join, like in Philly 2009) fun "pre-show" meet-ups somewhere in town, when I've gone to see /ASIA\ live.

/ASIA\ fans really do have such VARIED, and genuinely interesting, cultural & musical tastes. It makes for superbly fun pre-show chatter!

I don't care as much about pre-show buzz for any of the (many) other live shows I have seen - but even after 6 years into the reunion era, *EVERY* single /ASIA\ show I have seen feels like a major event to me (7 so far: 3 in my homestate of Florida, 4 out of state, 1 of which was in a different COUNTRY).

If Lennon & Harrison were alive TODAY - and were performing live as THE BEATLES again, with Paul and Ringo... wouldn't you go??

/ASIA\ - particularly *THIS* special, "Original"  lineup of /ASIA\ - feels JUST as important to me as THE BEATLES - and I mean that. Just as much as the 4 moptops from Liverpool felt to my mother.

Tragedy, Life, Death, Love, & Retirement can *ALL* affect the memberships of music bands. You never KNOW how long something GREAT - remains the way you cherish or remember it.

All I know is, that for as long as Geoffrey Downes, Steve Howe, Carl Palmer, AND John Wetton perform (AND record!) as /ASIA\: I WILL ATTEND EVERY SHOW I CAN.

And furthermore, continue to text and blog and talk to everyone I know who shares my love for intelligent, emotional, POWERFUL music... I just can't stop enthusing how *great* this era of /ASIA\ fandom TRULY IS...

-Douglas
/AgentA\

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[Wetton82]

On Thursday, June 7, 2012 12:30:09 AM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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On Thursday, June 7, 2012 12:30:09 AM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[joekennedy62]

There is a five hour time difference from US EST and UK time. When you log in to the google group, you should see an icon for chat top right.

Sent from my Verizon Wireless Droid

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[Conan1982]

I don't see the chat icon; where is it?

On Thursday, June 7, 2012 12:30:09 AM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[Rick Boza]

The chat will start at 3PM eastern time. I'm guessing but maybe you won't see a chat icon until closer to the event time... Just a thought.

Rick

---

From: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <origin...@googlegroups.com>

Sender: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <origin...@googlegroups.com>

Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2012 07:30:05 -0700 (PDT)

To: <origin...@googlegroups.com>

ReplyTo: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <origin...@googlegroups.com>

Subject: Re: [original-asia] Re: Live Asia Web Chat: June 10, 2012, 8:00pm UK Time

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[Douglas Armstrong]

I'm glad you posted the time zone diff, Joe. I "googled" it when you announced the event as UK time.

So, for the benefit of my brethren from AMERICA (starts with "A", ends with "A"... as in, "VOICE OF..." - how cool is THAT? LOL) - here's when today's webchat BEGINS (based, again, on 8PM UK time):

-3pm EASTERN STANDARD TIME
-2pm CENTRAL
-1pm MOUNTAIN
-12Noon CALEEE-FOR-NIGH-A TIME!

(And if you're from ARIZONA, you'll have to help yourself... LOL. I know you don't observe time change there. HAWAII and ALASKA - good luck as well, and we hope you figure it out LOL.)

SEE EVERYONE AT THE WEBCHAT!

-Douglas
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of RickB <origin...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>The chat will start at 3PM eastern time. I'm guessing but maybe you won't see a chat icon until closer to the event time... Just a thought.
>
>Rick

>-----Original Message-----
>From: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <origin...@googlegroups.com>
>Sender: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <origin...@googlegroups.com>
>Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2012 07:30:05
>To: <origin...@googlegroups.com>
>Reply-To: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <origin...@googlegroups.com>
>Subject: Re: [original-asia] Re: Live Asia Web Chat: June 10, 2012, 8:00pm UK Time
>
>I don't see the chat icon; where is it?
>
>On Thursday, June 7, 2012 12:30:09 AM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>>
>> I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>>
>> I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
>> recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
>> band with their fans in 2012.
>>
>> I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
>> record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>>
>> I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
>> miracle"
>>
>> Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>>

>> Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <origin...@googlegroups.com>

>> wrote:
>>
>> >Hi All:
>> >
>> >Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>> >look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>> >your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>> >and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>> >This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>> >band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>> >
>> >Joe
>> >
>> >On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>> >
>> >> To All:
>> >>
>> >> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> >> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web
>> chat
>> >> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it
>> here,
>> >> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding
>> this
>> >> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.
>> >>
>> >> Joe
>> >>
>> >
>> >-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google
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>> origin...@googlegroups.com. To unsubscribe from this group, send

[mauricio onofre]

I am really amazed they decided to take this media, but i would have preferred to talk them personally, maybe at the event´s hall or something, anyway it is a real opportunity and it will be available very soon, Thanks! mau

On Wednesday, June 6, 2012 11:30:09 PM UTC-5, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[nightcrier]

Looking forward to this as well. My band played a venue back in the 70's that Asia was playing for 4 straight nights (we were in the club attached to the concert hall). We got to sit and watch them rehears during the day and some of them and their entourage came in to watch us and unwind with some adult beverages. I was hoping we could open for them this year in Detroit as a kind of informal reunion but after talking to their booking agent - no deal for us. Too bad. Would have been epic in my less-than-epic musical career. Marq Speck  www.sweetcrystal.com

[Joe Kennedy]

Hi All:

 

OK, to my understanding the way this will work is pretty simple....no chat room to log into, etc; Everyone will be online as long as you are a member of the guestbook. If you have a topic or question, create the post. You may have to refresh your page periodically to see the topics and subsequent answers. At present, it looks as though all four members will be online and answering questions.

 

As with anything, a few simple rules....

 

Please note that the band is taking their time to interact with all of us. Please be respectful of your questions and your inquiries and try not to monopolize any one thread or member's time for the enjoyment of all. If you are here, you are a fan of Asia so let's keep it just as the band does...classy and respectful just as they are to all of us, their loyal fans. The band will be available for one hour to answer your questions. This is the first time we are road testing this medium so please be patient, we are hopeful it all plays out without a hitch but as with anything, things happen so just know we are all doing our best to make the hour enjoyable, entertaining and productive for all involved. See you...strike that, read you all within the hour.

 

Joe

 

 

On Saturday, June 9, 2012 10:46:32 PM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:

You seem one fine fellow, Joe!
LOL!!

(I won't ask which threads you wear, good sir...  LOL!!)

Listen, Joe! If you (if anyone here, really) should find yourself at a Florida show this fall for "XXX", let me know! I always plan (or join, like in Philly 2009) fun "pre-show" meet-ups somewhere in town, when I've gone to see /ASIA\ live.

/ASIA\ fans really do have such VARIED, and genuinely interesting, cultural & musical tastes. It makes for superbly fun pre-show chatter!

I don't care as much about pre-show buzz for any of the (many) other live shows I have seen - but even after 6 years into the reunion era, *EVERY* single /ASIA\ show I have seen feels like a major event to me (7 so far: 3 in my homestate of Florida, 4 out of state, 1 of which was in a different COUNTRY).

If Lennon & Harrison were alive TODAY - and were performing live as THE BEATLES again, with Paul and Ringo... wouldn't you go??

/ASIA\ - particularly *THIS* special, "Original"  lineup of /ASIA\ - feels JUST as important to me as THE BEATLES - and I mean that. Just as much as the 4 moptops from Liverpool felt to my mother.

Tragedy, Life, Death, Love, & Retirement can *ALL* affect the memberships of music bands. You never KNOW how long something GREAT - remains the way you cherish or remember it.

All I know is, that for as long as Geoffrey Downes, Steve Howe, Carl Palmer, AND John Wetton perform (AND record!) as /ASIA\: I WILL ATTEND EVERY SHOW I CAN.

And furthermore, continue to text and blog and talk to everyone I know who shares my love for intelligent, emotional, POWERFUL music... I just can't stop enthusing how *great* this era of /ASIA\ fandom TRULY IS...

-Douglas
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

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[Geoff.D]

GD Logging in....

On Thursday, 7 June 2012 05:30:09 UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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On Thursday, 7 June 2012 05:30:09 UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[Conan1982]

I still don't see a chat icon.

On Sunday, June 10, 2012 10:52:51 AM UTC-4, RickB wrote:

The chat will start at 3PM eastern time. I'm guessing but maybe you won't see a chat icon until closer to the event time... Just a thought.

Rick

---

From: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <original-asia@googlegroups.com>

Sender: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <original-asia@googlegroups.com>

Date: Sun, 10 Jun 2012 07:30:05 -0700 (PDT)

To: <original-asia@googlegroups.com>

ReplyTo: Original Asia on behalf of Conan1982 <original-asia@googlegroups.com>

[Joe Kennedy]

Just look for my explanation as part of the thread below. No icon, basically you type a new topic or question and we all go from there.

 

Joe

[Conan1982]

Thanks Joe. I re-read your earlier post.

[Asia Fan]

Good evening

[Steve.H]

Hello from Steve...how you all doing ?

[John.W]

Good evening everybody, John Wetton here
On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:

Good evening

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:

Good evening

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:

Good evening

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:

Good evening

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:

Good evening

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:

Good evening

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:

Good evening

[Geoff.D]

Good Evening everyone!

On Jun 8, 5:33 pm, Geoff.D wrote:
> testing accounts. This is not a message from Geoff Downes.
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Friday, 8 June 2012 17:17:13 UTC+1, val wrote:
>
> > test message

> > On Thursday, June 7, 2012 5:30:09 AM UTC+1, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>
> >> I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>
> >> I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
> >> recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
> >> band with their fans in 2012.
>
> >> I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
> >> record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>
> >> I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
> >> miracle"
>
> >> Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>

> >> Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <[email address]>

> >> [email address]. To unsubscribe from this group, send
> >> email to [email address]. If you have a

[jw]

Awesome to talk you guys.

On Wednesday, June 6, 2012 11:30:09 PM UTC-5, Doug Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

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[ban]

Great!  Looking forward to the chat.

 

Bret

On Sunday, June 10, 2012 2:00:33 PM UTC-5, Steve.H wrote:

Hello from Steve...how you all doing ?

[Asia Fan]

Do the band think that England can win the Euros?

[Gabriel Tovar]

Looking forward to enjoying your live music in Houston and Austin!!

[jw]

Can we start asking questions?

[Conan1982]

Good evening gentlemen. Being it's 30 years since 1982 I was wondering how much synchronicity have you all been experiencing, or feeling, in releasing a new album at a time as momentous as this?

[clutter...@aol.com]

Good evening John

[clutter...@aol.com]

So are you getting anxious about this 30th anniversary tour?

[Geoff.D]

I don't think so, judging form Ireland equalizing!

[joekennedy62]

Ask away...the guys are online awaiting your questions.

Sent from my Verizon Wireless Droid

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To: origin...@googlegroups.com

Sent: Sun, Jun 10, 2012 19:04:22 GMT+00:00
Subject: Re: [original-asia] Re: Live Asia Web Chat: June 10, 2012, 8:00pm UK Time

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[John.W]

Sure. Until they get knocked out that is..

[Michael Milbourn]

Please remember to post your questions as new topics to the band can quickly see who they are for. :-)

[Conan1982]

Good evening gentlemen. Being it's 30 years since 1982 I was wondering how much synchronicity have you all been experiencing, or feeling, in releasing a new album at a time as momentous as this?

[mustangkim11]

Hi guys! Thank you so much for doing this for the fans! This could not get anymore awesome! My question is for Geoff. Did you ever imagine that you would be in both Asia and YES at the same time? YES has already had an active touring year and is soon to be going at it again in the US. Asia, of course, has the new album soon to come out. Are you as excited about this as the fans are?

Again, thank you for your time.

 

Kim 

[Steve.H]

Hello,

 

No I'm not anxious, I'm more excited than worried in any way and always look forward to touring and this is no exception!

 

We're looking forward to playing some new tracks from XXX and seeing how that works onstage.

 

Steve

[Geoff.D]

It was a large positivity in that we could give something back to the
fans after 30 years,

Thank you for your question

On Jun 10, 8:04 pm, Conan1982 wrote:
> Good evening gentlemen. Being it's 30 years since 1982 I was wondering how
> much synchronicity have you all been experiencing, or feeling, in releasing
> a new album at a time as momentous as this?
>
>
>
>
>
>
>
> On Thursday, June 7, 2012 12:30:09 AM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>
> > I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>
> > I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
> > recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
> > band with their fans in 2012.
>
> > I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
> > record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>
> > I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
> > miracle"
>
> > Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>

> > Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <[email address]>

> > wrote:
>
> > >Hi All:
>
> > >Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
> > >look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
> > >your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
> > >and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
> > >This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
> > >band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
> > >Joe
>
> > >On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
> > >> To All:
>
> > >> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
> > >> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web
> > chat
> > >> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it
> > here,
> > >> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding
> > this
> > >> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.
>
> > >> Joe
>
> > >-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google
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> >https://groups.google.com/d/forum/original-asia?hl=en
>
> On Thursday, June 7, 2012 12:30:09 AM UTC-4, Doug Armstrong wrote:
>
> > I am really looking forward to this webchat!
>
> > I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label
> > recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this
> > band with their fans in 2012.
>
> > I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or
> > record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!
>
> > I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a
> > miracle"
>
> > Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T
>

> > Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <[email address]>

> > wrote:
>
> > >Hi All:
>
> > >Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
> > >look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
> > >your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
> > >and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
> > >This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
> > >band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
> > >Joe
>
> > >On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
> > >> To All:
>
> > >> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
> > >> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web
> > chat
> > >> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it
> > here,
> > >> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding
> > this
> > >> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.
>
> > >> Joe
>
> > >-- You received this message because you are subscribed to the Google
> > Groups Original Asia group. To post to this group, send email to

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> > email to [email address]. If you have a Google

[John.W]

Good evening, conan---yes, it's 30 years, and turbulent times we live in. XXX is a really good album. Have you heard the clips yet?

[ModernKaveman]

For anyone:  since the Muse can strike at any moment, I was wondering how much do you use your smartphone or tablet (i.e.: iPad)  to help you with your songwriting ideas?

[Conan1982]

I haven't heard the clips yet John. While I have considered it I'm sure they will only leave me wanting for more ...

[jw]

What can you guys tell us about the re-release of the debut album?  What else will be included in the box set and when will it be released?

[Geoff.D]

Hi Kim,

No, I didn't think that would happen of sure. It's exciting times all round I guess!

G

[John.W]

I'm going to japan tomorrow, with another tour, so not anxious, but looking forward to it.

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 20:05:46 UTC+1, [email address] wrote:

[Steve.H]

Hi ModernCaveman

 

I'm a bit low tech, I use a digital recorder to get ideas down and then I sift through them and put them on to minidiscs, then I demo them on ADAT.

 

Only when l've mastered something do I get into computers, when I've got something down.

 

Steve

[HarryWhitley]

GEOFF

Hi Geoff, big fan of yours, i follow you on twitter :D Harry_Whitley :P

just like to say that it was your playing that made me take up classical piano lessons aged 6, and now, age 17, i passed all of my ABRSM classical and jazz piano exams and am now playing in bands :) (if you ever need someone to cover you in Asia or something... ;) )

anyway...

just wondering if you have a home studio? if so...what equipment do you have? :)

any buggles news too...? :P

Thanks :)

Harry Whitley

by the way....i am from your adopted country...wales :D

[ASteele67A]

Lunch time here in Tejas , just ordered the Asian sampler!! No music clips though Sheriff! Captain Carl will XXX be ( Moody Blue's Asia or will we be given a healthy dose of Rush or Kansa Asia?

[mauricio onofre]

Hi Steve, is it you really? My question for you is, Now that groups have to travel with their production, is it possible to have ASIA ans YES in Colombia SA?

[John.W]

I don't take tablets anymore, but smartfone very useful for making myself look like a raving lunatic, screaming musical ideas into it in public.

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 20:10:27 UTC+1, ModernKaveman wrote:

For anyone:  since the Muse can strike at any moment, I was wondering how much do you use your smartphone or tablet (i.e.: iPad)  to help you with your songwriting ideas?

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 20:10:27 UTC+1, ModernKaveman wrote:

For anyone:  since the Muse can strike at any moment, I was wondering how much do you use your smartphone or tablet (i.e.: iPad)  to help you with your songwriting ideas?

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 20:10:27 UTC+1, ModernKaveman wrote:

For anyone:  since the Muse can strike at any moment, I was wondering how much do you use your smartphone or tablet (i.e.: iPad)  to help you with your songwriting ideas?

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 20:10:27 UTC+1, ModernKaveman wrote:

[Steve.H]

Hi,

 

Yes it is me !

 

ASIA has already been to Bogota last year, so we may get back there if we're doing a tour where we could route a show to come back.

 

Steve

[RickB]

That's a perfect response John.  Can just imaging you seated in an airport singing into your smartphone with a small crowd wondering what's going on...

[Geoff.D]

Hi Harry,

Well done with the music. Keep it up!

Have home studio - too much gear to list!

Buggles quiet at the moment

Cheers,

G

[ban]

Question for John and Geoff.  I have always enjoyed "Wildest Dreams" from the debut album.  I'd like to know about more about the story in the lyrics?  What is it all about?

Thanks,

Bret 

 

 

[Geoff.D]

Bret,

Loosely, it's about the injustices of war.

JW may be able to answer more explicitly

GD

[Douglas Armstrong]

Good evening, John, Steve, Carl and Geoff!!

I have ONE question, please, for "each" member to consider...

In the post-XXV "REUNION" era of /ASIA\ (since 2006)... ***IN AMERICA, SPECIFICALLY - WHAT NIGHT (TOWN, VENUE, FANS) STAND OUT TO YOU AS PERHAPS YOUR MOST "SATISFYING", OR "MEMORABLE"? What, briefly, stands out as a great performance memory?

THANK YOU, in advance,

Douglas

/AgentA\

(PS - Would any of you consider lensing a ***LIVE DVD IN AMERICA***, for the upcoming "XXX" Tour? We are an enthusiastic part of the /ASIA\ success story, and would LOVE to get our own live DVD for posterity's sake... *hint, hint!*)

[awawasayu]

good evening ASIA from Japan!
Japan is 4:30 am now !:-)
I'm 23years old girl  and I have many young ASIA fan friends.
What do you think of young fans?

[John.W]

As you know, it's an anti-war song---it points out how ridiculous and pointless conflict is.

On Sunday, 10 June 2012 20:21:28 UTC+1, ban wrote:

[HarryWhitley]

Mr Wetton.

I have to say, i think you are one of the finest bass players of out time! your bass work is astonishing!

and, your vocals are unbelievable! 

just out of interest...do you have a home studio where you record and practice?

[ban]

Thanks, I always thought there was a bit of a Vietnam reference...maybe just the times that the album came out.

 

Bret

[mauricio onofre]

Hey John, the muse is away in the corner of the rainbow, thats is why you have to travel a lot. I wish you could restart a new Super group as good as Asia with Steve Hackett, is there any chance in your busy lifes? BR, Mauricio

[John.W]

I don't practice. I don''t  have a home studio. If I did I would be locked up. My ideas go on to the piano at home, then into either Geoff's studio, or the main studio at HQ.

[Asia Fan]

I'd like to ask the band - do you like The Beatles and were they a big
influence?

[Douglas Armstrong]

Hi Carl,

I have a question to ask you for the benefit of my 15-year old son, Tyler... he is a very talented musician - and an award-winning 1st Bass player on his high school marching line drum battery.

WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU OFFER MY SON, AS HE FACES CHOICES BETWEEN PURSUING HIS ACADEMICS IN COLLEGE SOON FOR A "STABLE CAREER"... AND NOT COMPROMISING HIS VISION FOR PERFORMING AND CREATING MUSIC??

THANK YOU in advance,
Douglas
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

"Original Asia on behalf of John.W" <origin...@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Good evening everybody, John Wetton here
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
>>
>> Good evening
>
>
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
>
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>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
>
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>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
>
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>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
>
>
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
>
>
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
>>
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>

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[HarryWhitley]

Geoff

What's the best memory you have of being on the road with Asia or yes? anything funny happen?

[Chippy]

Hi John

what's your favourite part of what you do - songwriting, recording, playing live?

Thanks very much for all the wonderful muci you've given us all.

[Steve.H]

Hi Douglas,

 

There are so many nice places to play and great reactions that we've had, so much so I can separate out one performance, but generally we have a great time !

 

Steve

[John.W]

I think it's great that we appeal to a wide demographic. In other words, yes, it's a good thing, and I'm glad you like what we do.

[mauricio onofre]

I Know i was in the audience (row509?), good to have the cance to chat with You as I am a fan of yours since around 1972 (fragile), but I haven´t had a chance to see Yes, i think you are also fundamental in the main gear, keep on making that fantastic music,

By the way I tried to get your signature in Bogotá from a guy Dave? I gave him the Turbulence record to him (sound engineer?),

[Steve.H]

Hi ASIA Fan,

 

Of course they were a big influence throughout their albums, each one was anticipated more and more and hey I met George, Paul and Ringo for a moment.  There was so much talent.

 

Steve

[Sara]

Hi John,  I've been a fan since the age of 12.  I just wanted you all to know that you haven't changed a bit.  You all look great and I can't wait to see you in Arizona.

[Geoff.D]

Finding Indian restaurants ;-)

[John.W]

Songwriting and recording is very satisfying. Playing live is different, good, but not as satisfying.

[Geoff.D]

Texas here we come!

Looking forward to it!

G

[HarryWhitley]

Steve 

hello Mr Howe,

just like to say that i think you are probably one of the best guitarists alive!

what is your favourite song to play live with asia and with yes?

[John.W]

I like Steve a lot, and I think you will love our version of 'Afterglow', but a permanent group? I don't think either of us could do that.

[clutter...@aol.com]

Hey Steve will you be doing any of the meet and greets?

On Sunday, June 10, 2012 2:29:26 PM UTC-5, Douglas Armstrong wrote:

Hi Carl,

I have a question to ask you for the benefit of my 15-year old son, Tyler... he is a very talented musician - and an award-winning 1st Bass player on his high school marching line drum battery.

WHAT ADVICE CAN YOU OFFER MY SON, AS HE FACES CHOICES BETWEEN PURSUING HIS ACADEMICS IN COLLEGE SOON FOR A "STABLE CAREER"... AND NOT COMPROMISING HIS VISION FOR PERFORMING AND CREATING MUSIC??

THANK YOU in advance,
Douglas
/AgentA\

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

"Original Asia on behalf of John.W" <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Good evening everybody, John Wetton here
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
>>
>> Good evening
>
>
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
>>
>> Good evening
>
>
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
>>
>> Good evening
>
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>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
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>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
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>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
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>> Good evening
>
>
>On Sunday, 10 June 2012 19:49:13 UTC+1, Asia Fan wrote:
>>
>> Good evening
>

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[nightcrier]

Greetings from Detroit and the band Sweet Crystal - we met you original at Pine Knob back in the 80's when you headlined there for 4 nights in a row. Looking forward to your return this November!

[nightcrier]

I think its great you and Geoff stay writing together on all those solo CDs. Great stuff as well.

[foodforyoursoul]

Hi Steve, I hope you're having a good evening! c: I wanted to asked if you have any hobbies (besides guitar playing of course).

[RickB]

Regarding the Meet and Greets - do you gents find that to be enjoyable, or more of a task that you feel obligated to do?  Just curious how it feels to meet some of us rabid fans face-to-face!

[Geoff.D]

Looking forward to coming back to Detroit!

G

[Gabriel Tovar]

This was going to be my question to you! You show so much passion and love for life in your music, but in the presentations it's a bit different in how you transmit that energy (probably held back and not shown). The music is grrrrrreat though!! Hope you are able to channel more of your energy in Texas and us fans will really like that!

[John_Glos]

For John

My fav song by any band is Open your Eyes,

What was your inspiration for the lyrics?

[scottoakland]

Geoff:

How difficult is it to maintain activity in two bands (Yes and Asia?)

Thanks,

Scott

On Thursday, June 7, 2012 12:30:09 AM UTC-4, Douglas Armstrong wrote:

I am really looking forward to this webchat!

I don't know whether the band themselves, or management, or the label recommended this webchat - but it truly is a *great* method to connect this band with their fans in 2012.

I've already buzzed about it to friends... I never EVER take a day or record or tour for granted with this band. You CAN'T!!

I spent over 2 decades "wishing... hoping..." and yeah, "prayin' for a miracle"

Sent from my Samsung smartphone on AT&T

Original Asia on behalf of Joe Kennedy <original-asia@googlegroups.com> wrote:

>Hi All:
>
>Just a reminder that the webchat is fast approaching this weekend. Please
>look to this guestbook for upcoming details and specifics. Be sure to get
>your questions ready for the band, it will be a first for the site
>and guestbook and hopefully the first of many should it prove successful.
>This is a great opportunity to get some home grown buzz started about the
>band and the busy and productive 2012 ahead of us. Thanks!
>
>Joe
>
>On Friday, May 25, 2012 8:43:56 PM UTC-4, Joe Kennedy wrote:
>
>> To All:
>>  
>> Keep your eyes here to this guestbook and to the Original Asia website
>> regarding a major announcement regarding members of Asia joining a web chat
>> on Sunday June 10, 8:00pm UK time. More details to follow but keep it here,
>> the Original Asia site and the member sites for more details regarding this
>> exciting opportunity to chat with members of the band.  
>>  
>> Joe
>>
>

[Steve.H]

I'm told John Glos has asked about Open Your Eyes in another part of the forum, Hi John, I've been asked this so often, I don't have these kind of all time favourites that people expect me to have.  Today, I really like Time Again, its got some nice instrumental work and its got some vocal sections where we built on the ideas.  I'm very fond of Open Your Eyes, its pretty exciting, its dynamic and we have a pretty good blow at the end.

 

Steve

[Douglas Armstrong]

Thank you, Steve!

(I have seen many shows with you in both /ASIA\ *and* Yes... one of my favorites was seeing you play solo in West Palm Beach at the Carefree Theater in 2000. Just marvelous! Such an intimate way to observe you connect with the expanse of your repertoire...

-Douglas

/AgentA|

[nightcrier]

Sweet - we patterned (and still do) a lot of our original music on Asia tracks - would love to get you to produce us one day (assuming we could afford you)!

[Geoff.D]

It's fun! And nice to put some names to the faces and avatars!

G

[Geoff.D]

I mean of course, faces to names and avatars!!

[John_Glos]

For Steve

What is your favourite Asia track and do you like the unbelievably brilliant Open your eyes?

[Astra]

Hi Steve! As an aspiring guitar player, I would just like to say you are a HUGE inspiration :) My question is, what was your inspiration for taking up guitar? -Sky