Guestbook Page 11
From: Shalini Singh
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 8:24 PM
Subject: just to say hello
Dear Mr. DrePaul,
[…] My mom loves your music. As a matter of fact, whenever she turns on
the television and your video is showing, no one dare not turn the
channel. She said you have a wonderful voice.
Anyway, you take care, keep up the good work. My best wishes to you.
Shalini
From: samad abdul
To: skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, December 13, 2005 8:17 AM
Subject: Slingshot Drepaul blimy mate
Hi Sling
I am very glad you got my post, I will get in touch with you privately
when you are back from our beloved Guyana, and after you have seen all
them “Berbice Gyals” with flowers in their Hair. And have some curry
sheep and roti real Guyana style. [...]
PS I have sent a message to Captain Mangal to hold back the ferry,
because you want to get you Alloo Ball!! Talk to you soon my dear friend
regards
samad
From: "Don Johnson" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2005 6:54 PM
Subject: Slingshot
username: donald@johnson5126.freeserve.co.uk
city: Merseyside
country: U.K.
comments: I first heard Slingshot’s “Christmas in Guyana” when I was
doing just that, my wife and I were in Georgetown for the first time in
just over 40 years. I tried everywhere to get a copy of the song with no
success.
We were back in Georgetown in Sept 2005 and I tried again. Again with no
success!
I found Tropical Waves on the Internet, ordered three CDs and they
arrived in UK in a few days, each of them signed by John.
Many thanks and keep up the good work. You and the station are a credit
to a beautiful country
Don Johnson
From: Kamal Rashid
To: Slingshot
Sent: Saturday, December 10, 2005 11:33 AM
Subject: Guyana tour
Hi John,
Hope all is well. […] Good luck on your Guyana tour.
My best to all..!
Kamal
From: "Devanand"
To: 'Slingshot'
Sent: Friday, December 09, 2005 7:21 AM
Subject: Slingshot's UK Tour
Hi Uncle,
Hope you’re well. Have not had the chance to see how your stay with us
was and how your Gig went. I have to say you made quite an impression
with the staff here to the extent Reception played your CD on the Lobby
area. […] Janelle from Housekeeping was chuffed in receiving your CD and
played it over that weekend. One of the Housekeepers here, who is
Guyanese, would like to buy your CD so I gave her your web address where
she can buy it. […]
Take care, regards to the family
Devanand
Ps can you email over your home address
From: "Donald Johnson" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 1:05 PM
Subject: My recent order
username: <donald@johnson5126.freeserve.co.uk>
city: Merseyside
country: UK
comments: Just a few days ago I placed an order for three of Slingshot's
CDs and paid through PayPal.
The CDs arrived this morning (Tuesday) and I found them to be excellent
both in quality, speed of their arrival and performance. But I was even
more amazed to find that John had taken the trouble to sign the CDs and
the case inserts.
Thank you for excellent service. It is a credit to Guyana.
From: "KIRUNDA ELIZABETH"
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 8:20 AM
Subject: How are you?
Hi Slingshot,
I am sorry, I missed you when you came here, I had a bad flu for a week.
I hope you enjoyed Miss Nigeria function.
I understand in January you are going to Kampala, Uganda, for Miss Star
International Tourism, I know you will enjoy my country, as you know
Uganda is Pearl of Africa. I am going tell my sister to attend the
function, because I know it will be wonderful with your music.
Myself, Lloyd and my sister we enjoyed your entertainment at Miss
Guyana/World 2005, Dinner and Dance.
I wish you well and your family. Happy Xmas and New Year!
Elizabeth.
From: marypeter ngui
To: Slingshot
Sent: Tuesday, December 06, 2005 7:51 AM
Subject: Re: Slingshot Christmas Concert For The Orphans
Dear Slingshot,
I told the girls about the Concert yesterday. Some of them are quite
keen. I think we will have an item.
Bless you.
Mary Peter
From: "Jerome Mbegere " […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, December 05, 2005 8:45 AM
Subject: Hi
username: "Jerome Mbegere "
city: Chelsea
country: UK
comment: Hi Slingshot
Fantastic performance at Miss Nigeria/UK 2005!
“Remembering” touched many hearts and will be remembered for a long time
to come.
Keep up the energy!
Cheers!
Jerome
From: "Harriet Stroome" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 7:53 PM
Subject: Miss Nigeria/UK
username: "Harriet Stroome "
city: Edgeware, Middlesex
country: UK
comment: Dear Slingshot
I enjoyed your songs very much and your stage presentation was
excellent. I was touched with the song you did in memory of Natasha Ojie.
[…] How can I get a copy? Please contact me at […] I would love to meet
you when next you come to London.
Enjoy your tour!
Harriet
From: "Naomi" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 5:15 PM
Subject: Miss Nigeria/UK 2005
Hello Mr. Slingshot
This is Naomi from Lagos, Nigeria. I am presently visiting London and
will return home soon. I was at Miss Nigeria/UK 2005 Pageant and pleased
how you present yourself. I looked you up on the internet and admire
what you do. Please reply me as I want you visit my country. My
brother-in-law is a premier promoter in Nigeria.
Write me soon.
With love from Naomi
From: Helen Makinde
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 1:35 PM
Subject: Miss Nigeria/UK 2005 Pageant
My dear Slingshot,
I had to write you for what you have done to me. I am still emotional
with tears from your song “Remembering” you dedicated and sang for late
Natasha Ojie” at the Miss Nigeria/UK 2005. Can you send the words for
me? I would be grateful. […]
Thank you for your thoughtfulness.
With warmth and love,
Helen
From: farida sukul
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, December 04, 2005 1:09 PM
Subject: Down-de-Coast
Mr. Slingshot:
You said it all.
You're a genius man!!!!!!!!! I hope we can all take a page off your
book.
Farida
From: "Marilyn Cole" […]
To: John DrePaul
Sent: Saturday, December 03, 2005 11:45 PM
Subject: Meeting You in UK
username: "Marilyn Cole"
city: Coventry
country: UK
comment: Dear Slingshot,
Hope you arrived safely in Florida. It was a privilege meeting and
chatting with you. You are truly a genuine cultural ambassador for your
country, Guyana. I am sending your CDs to my cousin in St. Lucia. I will
let you know the result of his actions. Please keep in touch and let me
know when next you are coming to the UK. Love to see you again!
Bye!
Marilyn
From: Say-as-it-is Bad-like-rass
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Friday, December 02, 2005 2:48 PM
Subject: SlingShot - BC
[…]
Bhai they can talk all they want..... there is only one ... Slingy,
Slingshot, Paul, Drepaul, Manish-wata man...
Even I tried to imitate you, but failed heheheheee!! (I mean in the
singing part only! Hehehee!)
Keep the good work going mi brudah!
[…]
From: Kammy
To: Slingshot
Sent: Friday, December 02, 2005 10:27 AM
Subject: Sling
Thanks for the great effort on behalf of the kids
From: I am Indra
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2005 10:26 PM
Subject: [Slingshot]
All the best in Guyana, Slingy..!
Indra
From: Kamal Rashid
To: Slingshot
Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2005 10:10 PM
Subject: mail
Hi John,
[…] I do like your style of writing and I think in your profession it
also comes somewhat naturally. You also put on your thinking cap before
you compose.
Anyhow, nuff said for tonight.
Take care and my best to the two ladies that are with you.
Kamal
From: C. Rambali
To: SKELDON SKELDON
Sent: Thursday, December 01, 2005 9:40 AM
Subject: SUCCESS SUCCESS SUCCESS
HI John
Heard you had a very successful tour in the UK.....
Then you're off again to "Berbice Gyal" ... pretty soon we'll have to
locate you via satellite ... radar ... all the electronic gizmos we can
put our hands on ...
Give our love and best wishes to the kids and workers at the orphanage
Good going bro ...
Regards to all in the family
Carl
From: "Philip Agyare"
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Wednesday, November 30, 2005 12:12 AM
Subject: What's up!!
username: mrphilipagyare05@yahoo.co.uk
city: London
country: UK
comments: Hey Slingshot, what's up? Did you get home okay? It's Philip
in London the cabbie for real.
From: "Philip Agyare" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 29, 2005 11:36 PM
Subject: What's up?
username: mrphilipagyare05@yahoo.co.uk
city: London
country: UK
comments: Hey, what's up man? Did you get home okay? And how was the
flight?
It's Philip the cabbie from London.
From: SAMSAD SIRKHAN
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Sunday, November 27, 2005 7:09 PM
Subject: SLING SHOT
"Slingshot" is the man of the moment. Kudos to you my friend! Yuh mek us
all proud!
Samsad.
From: "Brian the LONDON CABBY" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, November 27, 2005 3:32 PM
Subject: Memories
username: inlewoflew@yahoo.co.uk
city: London
country: UK
comments: Dear John
I've come up with a few names for the girl singer we could not think of
when you were in the cab -- Helen Shapiro, Tina Charles, Suzan Maughan.
John, you said you would try to get me Johnny Mathis singing "Once in a
While" when you go to New York. I have been trying for about 2 years now
trying to get this record/CD. I would very much appreciate if you would
try for me.
PS: "It’s my Party" was sung by Lesley Gore who is American. Can't find
an English Girl who sang it! By the way we enjoyed the CD you gave to
me.
With thanks,
Brian
From: samad abdul
To: skeldon@yahoogroups.com; samad182001@yahoo.co.uk
Cc: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Sunday, November 27, 2005 10:30 AM
Subject: Doctor Sling-Shot-Goodness-Gracious-Me
Hi Group members
Doctor Slingshot took the Porchester Hall, West London Bayswater,
Nigerian audience by storm.
This is a very True Guyanese that I can readily call a true friend and
associate. This man has so much Talent, and to see also how people from
the African Continent embraced this wonderful Son of Guyana … and more
so he is a Skeldonian!
On this cold and winters evening the 26th November 2005, this Doctor
Sling-Shot had a chemical formula that really turn the cold--cold
air--Hot--Hot and hotter and better still the people in the audience
came alive.
He had the Nigerian Crowd crying out for more-----more ----and yet more!
It has been a privilege to have been here at this Nigerian Pageant, and
I am so Proud to have met this…this wonderful human being with so much
musical talent, and so modest and down to earth.
[…]
My dear, dear friend Sling-Shot sang a song which he had written some
time ago called “Remembering” for his late wife, who died of pancreatic
cancer, which he had never sang before. But he sang the song for the
memory of 8-year-old Natasha Ojie who died of the same disease. The song
was so moving that some in the audience were in tears; more so when he
sang part of the song acappella with some vocal backing from a group.
[…]
So my good friend Doctor long you may continue [as] we will fly the flag
of our beloved Guyana! And with you as an Ambassador, we will have
nothing to worry about.
Regards
Abdul Samad
From: C. Rambali
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, November 24, 2005 11:21 PM
Subject: SLING SHOT
Slingshot in London singing up a storm
Listen Lords and Ladies to this end where you born.....
Tek a Taste of the healing oil we drank
Tek a taste of the suga wata called swank
....etc
Hi Abdul,
John will keep you busy...never a dull moment around this
dude.....always thinking...always planning...always on the move
Regards to all in the posse.....
Carl
From: samad abdul
To: skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, November 24, 2005 5:03 PM
Subject: SLING SHOT
Hi Group
Just to let every one know that our friend SLING SHOT has reached London
quite safely and is in the safe hands of Abdul Samad.
He sends his regards to all in the Group
Regards
samad
From: "Efua" […]
To: "Slingshot" <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Thursday, November 24, 2005 5:00 PM
Subject: Slingshot UK Tour
username: efiba1@tiscali.co.uk
city: London
country: UK
Hi Slingshot,
It's really nice to be reading from you. I have just got your message
and
I hope to see you soon. Can you please let me know your tel no while in
the
UK for me to call? Please let me hear from you soon.
Efua.
From: "Tafawa" […]
To: "John DrePaul" <cocoreef@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 23, 2005 6:38 AM
Subject: Re: Slingshot
Hey Slingshot, good to hear from you-trust Guyana was wonderful per
usual. I will give you a call once I know where you'll be when you
arrive in the UK.
Thanks for your interest in the Fun Day event for May 2006. I will share
the details with the committee and we should be in a position to confirm
arrangements by month end Jan. 06.
I will check the CD I have for that instrumental tune again and let you
know if that’s the one. The tune is wicked.
We'll keep in touch.
Regards Tafawa
From: "Mel Carpen" […]
To: John Drepaul
Sent: Wednesday, November 23, 2005 4:46 AM
Subject: Hello from New Jersey
Hello John,
Just a brief note to let you know that I read about your recent musical
awards and wish to offer you my congratulations......I am proud of you
my friend.......
I enjoyed our last meeting albeit brief at the Guyana day celebrations
at York College, New York.
I trust that you and your family are well.
Please accept my best wishes to you and family for a beautiful
thanksgiving.....
Regards,
Mel Carpen
From: "Miguel Singh" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 22, 2005 4:37 PM
Subject: Definitely
username: theclients@hotmail.com;
city: Georgetown, Demerara
country: Guyana
Hello Mr. Slingshot.
I have taken a tour of your site and I could safely say that maybe one
day I would like to be able to have that privilege of doing the same for
myself […]
I would like to make Guyana the place it is supposed to be and would be
overjoyed if someone like you with the know-how, experience, etc. is
involved.
Please convey my regards to your family and continue to keep Guyana's
flag aloft!
From: "Sylvia" […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Tuesday, November 22, 2005 2:53 PM
Subject: Greetings from the DuBois family in London!
Hey Slingshot, how are you?
Hope you and your family are doing well. Give our regards to Ingrid.
Just thought we would drop you a line to say hello and tell you what a
pleasure it was speaking with you whilst you were here in London.
I must say, Mum and Dad were over the moon (especially Mum) as she
absolutely adores all of your songs; it was like a dream come true! So,
Thank You for taking the time to speak to us, we really appreciate it.
How are your plans going, are you still returning to London on the 24th?
Anyway, I know you're a busy man. And if you are traveling, you must be
busy preparing. So I'll say bye for now - hope to hear from you soon.
Regards and best wishes
Sylvia, Carmen & Fred DuBois
From: "Robert Kemp" […]
To: "Slingshot" <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 1:50 PM
Subject: Slingshot
Hi Slingshot,
'Mash Fever' is a lovely album. I love it. My mother, who is 85 years
old, really loves your CD. So I had to make a copy for her.
Slingshot, man, she loves you. […]
Best Wishes,
Valda
From: "Miguel Luis Singh" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, November 21, 2005 12:37 AM
Subject: Thanks
username: theclients@hotmail.com;
city: Georgetown, Demerara
country: Guyana
comments: Meeting you today was a pleasure
From: "Holly" […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Sunday, November 20, 2005 10:14 AM
Subject: Meeting you
Hello Slingshot,
Hope you are well and returned from England safely. My friends and I
enjoyed your performance at the Miss Guyana World 2005 Dinner & Dance
recently held in London. You made them jealous when you placed that
string of beads around my neck. Thank you for that special touch! Please
write me back as I would love to correspond with you. If ever you are in
London, please let me know, as I would love to meet you again.
Best of luck!
Holly
From: Jimmy Layne
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Saturday, November 19, 2005 11:19 PM
Subject: Great Show!
Hi Slingshot!
Greetings from London!
We want to thank you for taking the time to autograph the CDs for my
daughter, and for posing for the photographs.
You are certainly a professional entertainer par excellence!!!!
Have a wonderful Christmas!
Jimmy
From: "Petula McCrae"
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Friday, November 18, 2005 9:12 AM
Subject: Thank You, Slingshot!
username: Petula McCrae
city: London
country: UK
comments: Hello Slingshot,
Thank you for making me felt so very special Saturday night at the Miss
Guyana World 2005 Dinner at the Holiday Inn Kensington Forum. I was so
nervous when you held my hands and sang to me! I know you probably do
this hundreds of times but for me it was special. It is the first time a
singer actually sang to me. I will treasure the beads you placed around
my neck. I love green. […] I am still hearing “Pirates” in my ears.
Please reply to this mail. Thanks again.
With love,
Petula
From: "Murna Braham"
To: "Slingshot" <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Thursday, November 17, 2005 4:22 PM
Subject: Slingshot --
Good evening Slingshot
I trust that you are well and happy. I have heard from very good sources
that you are HOT! HOT! HOT!!!!
So sorry I was unable to meet you on Saturday, but, God’s will, will be
done. I have just left a message on your home phone. Sorry to have
missed you yet again, my mobile number is […]
Look forward to speaking to you soon.
Murna
From: judy clarke
To: Slingshot
Sent: Thursday, November 17, 2005 8:25 AM
Subject: Slingshot – Appearing LIVE in London
Hello Slingshot,
My mum has asked me to reply to you because she is ill in bed. I am not
use to the computer just yet but I am trying. Mum said she was sorry she
could not get hold of you to make arrangement to meet up when you were
in London. You have her number now -----
All our love
Judy and Trina -----
From: "Tafawa" […]
To: "Slingshot" <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Thursday, November 17, 2005 8:10 AM
Subject: Miss Guyana World Dinner/Dance:
Hey Slingshot
Great meeting you at the Miss Guyana World Dinner and Dance on 5 Nov.
(Thanks for handing the headphones to Rukeza) You really sparked up the
vibes with your performance. Keep up the great work promoting Guyana
through your music.
As discussed, I will need a couple of your CDs to play/promote when I'm
playing out. I also need a copy of the instrumental track on your
promotional DVD. Ken gave me a copy about a year back. I think you said
it’s called No. 63 Beach. But is that the only instrumental you have
done? Because that sounds different to the one I heard on the DVD if I'm
not mistaken).
Give me a call when you’re in the UK again. […]
PS: Ken, Faiyaz, Ian Rukeza etc. will tell you about the Guyana Family
Sports and Fun Day we have in May (29.5.06 is the next one). It attracts
about 3-4000 people. Next year we want to have a live artist to
celebrate Guyana's 40th Independence. It would be great to have you
perform. Let me know your availability and we'll see what we can arrange
together.
Best wishes Tafawa
From: "Radesh Sookram" [...]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 16, 2005 8:54 PM
Subject: Nice Website, John
username: IExquisitePaI@aol.com
city: Kissimmee
state: Florida
country: USA
comments: Nice website, John!
Good to see someone in your nature of work having a positive influence
with the West Indian culture.
Wish you all the best and success for you and your family.
Radesh (from BB)
From: "maria clarke" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Cc: <cocoreef@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2005 4:02 PM
Subject: Hello from Ireland
username: "Maria Clarke"
city: Swords
state: Dublin
country: Ireland
comments: Hello Slingshot.
From your Number One Fan in Ireland the lovely Maria from Swords, The
Stables, Estuary Road, Swords, County Dublin, Ireland.
I cannot thank you enough for your thoughtfulness in sending me your
CD's which I have not stopped playing as I love your music so much. I
have been on the Internet and gotten lots of information about you. And
what an interesting life you have had! It is a great insight into your
life and your music.
I have to tell you that you are a very special person to me and many
other people in the world. Have you made any DVDs as I would love to see
you as I listen to your music?
How are you since you went back to Florida? You are very lucky to live
in such a wonderful country. We here in Ireland are on our way into the
cold season and it will be the same kind of weather when you come to
London.
Are you looking forward to the Miss Guyana contest?? I have been
thinking about it and would love some information about the Contest as
you never know your Number One Fan here might go over to see the show.
From: "Ron Lammy" […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Cc: PanOnTheWeb@aol.com
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2005 6:06 AM
Subject: Much Congrats/ ADDRESS
Hello John:
Congratulations and continued success.
Plse send your postal address so that eCaroh could mail you a check. We
completed an inventory and note that we have sold some of your
recordings.
Regards,
From: "Omesh" […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Tuesday, November 15, 2005 2:21 AM
Subject: Hail the king!!!
Dear Brother John
I'm very proud of your 1st and 3rd place finishes (to say nothing of
being the first Guyanese)!!!
Sorry for the late response but I usually check this address once a week
only... […] anyway, I've informed the immediate family and plan to
spread the news.
In the future, please send letters with large attachments to […] (I
thought that this was the address I had given you previously); of
course, do continue to send regular email to […].
Regards to all at home,
Omesh
From: "Maria Clarke" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2005 3:09 PM
Subject: Fan
username: "Maria Clarke"
city: Swords
state: Dublin
country: Ireland
comments: Hi John DrePaul
Maria here from Ireland saying “Hello” and hope to hear from you soon.
I sent you an email and hope all is well with you.
Your Friend and Fan
Maria
From: "Jerry Hansraj" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2005 2:58 PM
Subject: John the teacher.
John
I am curious to know if you were a teacher at Tagore. And, if so, do you
remember "Iron man"? You usually refer to me back in school as "Django".
Scull was my friend sitting at the back of the class making trouble.
Regards
Jerry Hansraj
From: rrafeek1@aol.com
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2005 8:12 AM
Subject: Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir - London
Good morning Slingy,
It is nice to know that you and Uncle Samad had a "singing time"
together. Take care and best of luck on all your upcoming tours.
Rez
From: C. Rambali
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2005 2:22 AM
Subject: Swaminarayan Hindu Mandir - London
Hi John,
Thanks for the update...and a BIG... WARM... HEALTHY.... CONGRATS. to
you for that successful UK tour (many more to follow bro)....
HEY Samad, thanks for taking John around, (you can dress im up but its
ard to take him out) […]
Carl
From: "Carl Rambali" [...]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2005 1:48 AM
Subject: SUCCESS the RIGHT WAY
comments: Dear Mr. SLINGSHOT
Your heart warming and sincere interest in acknowledging those with whom
you come in cantact with, regardless of "background" speaks volumes
about the individual you've become and distances you from just about
every performer...some should take note of your approach.....I've
personally had this "close encounter" with John & Ingrid and it's "where
the rubber meets the road" .... Mr SLINGSHOT provides a moment of fame
for ALL connected....SO STAY CONNECTED.....if not ...GET
CONNECTED...YOU'VE GOT TO MEET THIS DUDE ..if you can catch him
....before your clock stops ticking...REMEMBA DE SONG "My grandfather's
clock was too large for the shelf"...yes, yes you got it..
"WHAT'S IN THAT SONG FOR US"
thanks little JOHN
Carl
From: "Carl Rambali" [...]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, November 14, 2005 1:13 AM
Subject: Hi Big John,
comments: How bout me calling you "TIMEX" ...meaning "GIVES (not takes)
A LICKING AND KEEPS ON KICKING (not ticking)......You have brought the
#63 Refreshing Beach Breeze to the WORLD...unlike the tornadoes and
hurricanes....it's PACKAGED FOR POSITIVE PERFORMANCE....
Who says that hard work don't pay !!!!!! It helps with the bills..!
Happy to hear and know that this year,though not done yet,has
inspired,encouraged and propelled you to keep on reaching out to to the
world,especially to the orphans at home and abroad.
Love to Ingrid and girls
Congrats
Carl (takes a licking but keeps on ticking)...some day our clock will
stop ticking in this world but will be in another world.....GOT TO
GO!!!! My Lord is calling !!!!!!!!!!!!Ha..ha ..oh oh
From: farida sukul
Sent: Sunday, November 13, 2005 8:06 PM
Subject: UK tour
Belated congratulations to you, Mr. Slingshot for taking away the
coveted prize in Miami.
Best wishes on your tours etc. and thanks for posting your pictures.
Farida
From: "Rob Wozniak" [...]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Saturday, November 12, 2005 11:58 AM
Subject: Tropicalwaves Website
username: rwozniak@orl.devry.edu
url: http://www.devry.edu/keller/
city: Orlando
state: Florida
country: USA
comments: Slingshot,
It was a pleasure meeting you this weekend. Excellent website! […]
Rob Wozniak
From: samad abdul
To: skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, November 10, 2005 9:29 AM
Subject: Samad and Slingshot
Hi Group
I was having a very busy time with Doctor Sling-Shot. He was in our
Lovely London town
He was over here for a few days. Slingshot is such a wonderful Human
being, and a very nice person to be with. We had a lot to talk about.
He is a Very true Son of Guyana and more so he is Berbician and
Skeldonian. So much talented people we produce in Berbice and [he] is
surely one.
It is the very first time I have met Slingshot and it is like I have
known Slingshot all my life. We have spent Saturday together. I took him
out sight seeing. Among the sights I took him to see the Famous, one and
only Gujarat Temple out side India, and the World famous Southall,
showing him the diversity in London.
I have introduced him to some real Indian food, and long should our
friend ship last.
He is a wonderful person to know
Regards
Samad
Ps He gave me two CD's - Home Sweet Home, and Mash Fever,
From: "PAUL NTIEDU" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Friday, November 11, 2005 12:10 AM
Subject: THE BEST OF SLINGSHOT
username: paulntiedu@sct.nhs.uk
city: London
country: England
comments: When is “THE BEST OF SLINGSHOT” CD coming out? If it is
already out for sale, could you let me know please?
From: "Joanne Nobrega" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2005 11:44 AM
Subject: Hi Slingshot
username: jonobrega@hotmail.com
city: Fareham
state: Hampshire
country: England
comments: Hi Slingshot
We met at the dinner and dance for Miss Guyana 2005 in Kensington.
I bought 3 of your CD’s … kept 1 and gave my mum and my brother the
other 2. We love your music and it really makes me want to be back home.
I came to England when I was 12 and I haven’t been back since although
I’m planning to visit soon.
Take care and keep on singing!
Best wishes
Jo x
From: "Devanand"
To: 'Slingshot'
Sent: Wednesday, November 09, 2005 9:27 AM
Subject: Your UK Tour
Hi Uncle,
Hope you are well and you had a safe journey back. It was nice to
catch-up over the weekend.
Yesterday when I arrived home, Luc & Callum were listening to one of
your CDs, "Home Sweet Home". Think they're getting into the Calypso
groove.
Speak to you soon and regards to the family.
Devanand
From: "taifa okera" […]
To: "John DrePaul" <cocoreef@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2005 7:59 PM
Subject: Re: 2005 Miami Carnival Soca & Calypso Monarch
Hi Slingshot
I will write you later.... This letter is only to tell you that your
photographs were posted today.
The show for Miss Guyana at the Holliday Inn
Rukiza
From: Ed. Aikins
To: cocoreef@bellsouth.net
Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2005 10:13 AM
Subject: Hi
username: Edward
city: London
country: England
comment: Hi Slingshot
This is Edward. [We] met at the London dinner for Miss Guyana. The
magazine guy … you remember? Well let me hear from you.
Ed. Aikins
Acroma Media Ltd
From: "Joan Plummer" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Tuesday, November 08, 2005 8:20 AM
Subject: Hi
username: "Joan Plummer"
city: Kensington
country: UK
comment: Hello John
It was so nice to meet you and hear you perform as I heard your music
before and it was nice to meet you in person.
I would be interested if you have any DVD. If so, when you are next in
London, I would like to have your best one.
Have a good trip
Bye for now
Joan
From: Leonora & Auturo Valentino
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Monday, November 07, 2005 8:58 PM
Subject: Thanks for the CDs
Hi Dr. Slingshot
Just a short note to say "THANK YOU" for the CDs which I received just
yesterday after returning to Barbados from overseas assignment.
I had the chance to play "PIRATES" for the first time today and will
continue to promote it on my show.
Tell me … is it possible that you can do a 'live" interview on my radio
show this week? Good time to call is weekdays 2.30pm, 3.30pm, 4.30pm or
4.45pm contact studio numbers are: […]
My cell number is: […]
Looking forward to hearing from you soon.
Arturo Valentino
Producer/Presenter
c/o CBC Radio 900 AM & 94.7 FM
From: "David Shaw" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>; <cocoreef@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Monday, November 07, 2005 11:48 AM
Subject: Slingshot CDs
username: "David Shaw"
city: Swords,
state: County Dublin
country: Ireland
comment: Hello Slingshot
I hope you had a nice flight back home from London. We are sorry that we
couldn’t make it to London to see you. There is always the next time.
All my family loves your music. Thanks for sending the CD. You have no
idea the happiness your music has brought to our house. Please keep us
up to date on any new CD that you make.
Many thanks again.
Best regards.
Please let us know that you received this email. You can reply to this
email address. For now, I will set one up ASAP.
From: Dharamdeo Bisram
To: Slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Monday, November 07, 2005 10:52 AM
Subject: My favorite high school teacher
My John Drepaul (Sir John) (Slingshot),
Several months ago I came across an article in the Guyana Chronicle
mentioning a solo singer by the name ‘Slingshot’ from Berbice with a
guitar keeping a promise to sing for [some] not so fortunate person[s]
in Guyana. Not until yesterday when I came across another article about
‘Slingshot’ and Miss Guyana that I knew it is my favorite teacher ever-
the infamous John Drepaul.
I am very happy and proud that you have made it in the entertainment
world. I am not surprised because I know you have the ability and the
love of music to be successful.
You had a great positive impact on my life as a student in high school.
I still remember the trip with you and a few other Tagore High School
students to your father’s house in Craig. I still remember your
persistence in the boys calling the girls Miss and their surname. I
still remember your advice to pursue your dreams.
I will certainly get a few of your CD’s. Did you produce any videos as
well?
I also love the name ‘Slingshot’, having been an owner of several
slingshots in my lifetime.
All the best!
Dharamdeo (Brudsie) Bisram
Sent: Sunday, November 06, 2005 6:51 PM
Subject: [Miss Guyana World]
[…]
Last evening, the traditional Dinner and Dance in London for Miss Guyana
World was held and featured Guyanese singer Slingshot and Jamaican Donna
Marie, […]
From: "Anne Whitby"
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 30, 2005 6:53 PM
Subject: No subject given
username: lagrenade@hotmail.com
city: Port-of-Spain
country: Trinidad
comments: Dear John & Ingrid,
You two are always in my thoughts. I wish you both all the very best
that life has to offer because I know that it could not have happened to
a nicer couple.
All my love to Annabelle from Aunty Anne
From: "Tracy Armogan" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, October 30, 2005 2:42 AM
Subject: This and That
How are ya Bud?
Or should I say "How are you, Soca Monarch!"
Got the good news via your website since I couldn't, regrettably, make
it down to Miami, but who cares, "You da man!"
What can I say; you're just getting better and better.
Now, I sincerely hope that you and yours made it through H'cane Wilma
unscathed. We did just fine - almost negligible damage, although we were
in the "eye" of that bad girl.
[…] I still plan on making that trip sometime in the near future.
Well John, I've gotta go. I do hope this E-mail thing works. […] Until
then, keep up the good work.
Rudi.
From: "Dj Socadevil" […]
To: Slingshot
Sent: Monday, October 24, 2005 6:50 PM
Subject: SLINGSHOT -- 2005 Miami Soca Monarch – Appearing Live in London
Hoye yoe yo!!
At last I am going to meet the man that making the waves!!!! Hahahaha!!!
It will be an honour to meet you in the flesh!!
Okay I am going to try and set up some interviews for you with 2
stations also mine as well.
Give me a call so we can make arrangements. My number is […]
Okay?
Well ah juss can't wait to meet the man himself!!!!!
Take care! |
