Guestbook Page 4
From: David Osborne […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2005 8:58 PM
Subject: Orlando Carnival Fete
Slingshot…
Saw your performance at Orlando Carnival fete Saturday night at Citrus
Bowl.
Great show! Love your showmanship and the way you worked the crowd.
I felt proud being a Guyanese among those Trinidadians when you waved
the Golden Arrowhead high and proud. Good show!
I am looking forward to seeing you at the Guyana Concert in Tampa on May
1, and Orlando Carnival on Memorial Weekend.
Slingshot, we Guyanese here in Florida are very proud of you!
Regards
David
From: Godfrey Chin […]
To: cocoreef@bellsouth.net;
Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2005 1:14 PM
Subject: Re:
[…] Tampa Concert with the best of our talent - Dave / Terry / Slingshot
/ Daddyfire / Duggin etc / offers a 3 to 4 hr SHOW OF SHOWS with
continuous spots […]
From: Facey Cheryl […]
To: "Slingshot" <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2005 10:29 AM
Subject: Your Website.
Good Morning John,
[…] I have visited your website and you have some great stuff.
I like the way you design your site, with pictures from the past to the
present, the news and the messages from your fans.
Will send the last picture I took with the boys in December at an Art
Exhibition.
[…]
Your friend
Cheryl.
From: "Vern” […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Monday, March 07, 2005 10:42 AM
Subject: Your Performance at OCA Dance
Hello Slingshot!
I just want you to know how much my friends and I enjoyed your
performance at the Orlando Carnival Association pre-carnival fete on
Saturday March 5, at the Citrus Bowl.
Boy, you really put on a show on that stage, you know!
When you waved that Trinidad Flag, we went crazy clapping. And when you
pulled out that Guyana Flag, if you see how your Guyanese people at the
other side tables near us carried on! We joined in too! Boy, you are
something else.
What I like very much is how you came up to our table and place that
bead around my neck. My friends just went jealous when you put your
hands around me as you sang the “Pussy Cat” song.
You wicked, you know!
We all were touched very much when you sing that song “Golden Locket”.
Is it a really true story?
I just want you to know, too, that we clapped very loudly when Julia
presented you that trophy.
Will you be performing at Orlando’s carnival in May? Please let me know.
My friends and I will be supporting you in the crowd.
I will be looking out for your reply.
And Slingshot, thank you for your business card, and for making me feel
so special when you sang to me Saturday night.
Your forever Trini fan, Vern.
From: "wesley kirton" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Saturday, March 05, 2005 9:32 AM
Subject: thank you
Slingshot:
Sorry it has taken me two weeks to pen this thank you for your provision
of appropriate, soothing and nostalgic dinner music at our 35th Republic
Anniversary Ball at the Church Street Ball Room, February 19.
The feedback I have gotten from the more than 350 people that attended
has been nothing but positive and your contribution helped make the
night the total success it was.
Both Ted Braithwaite (To Sir, With Love) and Ambassador & Mrs. Karran
were disappointed you could not sing that night. You should have taken
my advice and had two or three shots of high wine the previous night and
your throat would have been perfect.
Next time your throat bothers you try a good old shot of Harry Wills.
Again thank you and I look forward to working with you in the future.
Regards
Wesley Kirton
From: Vibert Cambridge
To: Slingshot; Godchin1@aol.com
Cc: Romesh C.D. Singh
Sent: Saturday, March 05, 2005 7:05 AM
Subject: Letter in Stabroek News (March 5, 2005)
March 5, 2005
Hello Slingshot and Godfrey:
Have you seen the enclosed letter in today's Stabroek News?
Please pay particular attention to the highlighted section.
Peace
Vibert
---Letter starts below---
Barbados Concert for Guyana under patronage of Prime Minister Arthur
Saturday, March 5th 2005
Dear Editor,
Frank Da Silva has announced that The Concert for Guyana-Barbados will
be held on Sunday, March 12, 2005 at the Frank Collymore Hall from 8:00
p.m. The concert will be held under the patronage of Barbados's Prime
Minister, The Right Honorable Owen Seymour Arthur.
[…]
When the story of the music and Guyana's 2005 flood is written we will
have to give a special place to John "Slingshot" DrePaul's "You're Not
Alone."
That song, composed by John and Ingrid Drepaul, was recorded before the
floods.
Actually, the song which features many of Guyana's leading singers was
created to express solidarity with HIV/AIDS victims in Guyana.
The song has a particular transcendental quality. The lyrics express a
solidarity that has resonance across all the challenges facing Guyanese
at the moment.
To hear this song, please visit The Concerts for Guyana web site
(http://concertsforguyana.ohiou.edu) and click on "Listen to Music Now!"
"You're Not Alone" is the first selection.
[…]
Yours faithfully,
Vibert C. Cambridge, Ph.D., Chair
Department of African American Studies
Ohio University
From: SAMSAD SIRKHAN
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2005 9:38 PM
Subject: [Skeldon]
[…] And yes, Slingshot, had made a tremendous impact on the group. I
hope to meet him someday, may be at the Toronto -July Picnic.
[…]
I think sincerely yuh are one of the "Intellectuals" of this group. […]
I also like your "creolese" accents too, showing to all, yuh are still
"humble.
Take care, my friend, and all the best, love, health, for the rest of
2005.
With Regards, Shamshad Gary Khan - Sammy - Samsad.
From: TERRY DUNDEE
To: skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2005 12:23 AM
Subject: [Slingshot]
[…]
Mr Slingshot, through your God given gift of music and song you have
demonstrated that dreams can come true as evidenced by your success in
the business and it is important to share this gift with all mankind and
womankind (to be politically correct) to the glory of God. And I must
say that I enjoy your submissions on this site immensely and hope that
you will continue to offer your thoughts and suggestions as time goes
by. I have great respect and admiration for my peers (elders) for they
have seen more years than I have.
[…]
Adios mi amigos.
Terry
From: Nazim Hussain
To: peejay2410@yahoo.com ; slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Cc: dyndandel@yahoo.co.uk
Sent: Thursday, March 03, 2005 11:43 AM
Subject: Donation
Hello All
Please note that a donation of $10,000.00 was made to the Guyana Red
Cross on behalf of John Drepaul (Slingshot). This activity was done at
the Red Cross HQ on Thursday March 3, 2005 at midday. Ms. Bernadette
Adonis received on behalf of the Red Cross and Arvindo handed over on
behalf of Slingshot/Ministry.
Thanks Phyllis, Arvindo, Bernadette & above all...Slingshot.
Regards to all
Nazim
From: Sheer Ramjohn
To: <Skeldon@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Wednesday, March 02, 2005 10:03 AM
Subject: Welcome to Skeldon group
[…] Myself and Carl are close friends from the days when "The
Twilighters" were formed above Wong WEE's Hotel at Springlands. Patrick
Ramnarine, Fizal Ramjohn (my brother), Carl Rambali, myself, John
Pantlitz. were members.
I remember you Slingshot. Tony Mac was one of my teachers at Skeldon
Lutheran High (great place). […] Wish I could meet you again maybe with
Carl when you come to Toronto. Love knocking around with guitars myself,
not in your league myself, but I can sing well (I feel, Ha!)
Where is Tony Mac these days?
Regards
Sheer
From: C. Rambali
To: Slingshot Drepaul
Sent: Wednesday, March 02, 2005 1:03 AM
Subject: HI BRO
HEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEERE"S Johnny…. !!!!!
[…] You have made (music) your life's work. You have planned, practiced,
persevered and with "nuff" patience and determination engineered your
path to success.
This is certainly a legacy that's worth its weight in gold. ....come to
think of it we need a "Hall of Fame" for folks like you.
It's a privilege to be able to share in some of your trials and triumphs
.You certainly earned the respect of those near and far. The rewards
that go with such success are enormous and are as generous, gracious and
giving as the one who initiates it. […]
Love ya
Carl
From: I am Indra
To: Slingshot
Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2005 11:40 PM
Subject: Re: Thank You
Slingshot
[…] Your website is very nice. I hope sales are going well for you.
Take care, Slingy!
Indra
From: Guyana Guy
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2005 7:51 PM
Subject: [Skeldon] Mr. John DrePaul aka Slingshot :-)
Slingshot
Good to see you up & running in the group! Interesting posts and great
history of the Corentyne folks.
Remind me not to smoke in your holy presence in the future
Nazim
From: olive budhram
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2005 11:55 AM
Subject: [Skeldon].
Very poetic and sentimental. A side job with Hallmark might not be a bad
idea.
Welcome to the group.
Olive
From: Kamal Rashid
To: Slingshot
Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 8:12 PM
Subject: welcome to skeldongroup
Hello John,
Welcome to the SkeldonGroup. I have always tried to make direct contact
with anyone that I may know on the group.
I do recall you living (along with Mac ??) at the 63 Beach Road. I have
also listened to you play at the Estate Junior Staff club - am I correct
that one of those tunes was "Perfidia" and also 'Lonely Bull".
[…]
Last weekend I met a few folks from 63-64 villages that you may know.
Fazie Haniff (Afzal's sister) and Kwajha Ajib (used to live last house
on the 63 old road, going to 62 village)
Anyhow, welcome to the group. So far I have enjoyed your contribution.
Keep in touch
Kamal
(reside just outside of Toronto - snow storm on it's way)
From: Parbudyal Singh […]
To: <cocoreef@bellsouth.net>
Sent: Tuesday, March 01, 2005 3:20 PM
Subject: Musical DVD
Hi John,
Sorry for not writing earlier.
I received your package a couple of weeks ago, and viewed/listened to
the two DVDs with the family. We enjoyed the songs immensely. Even my
little girl had fun. Overall, the compositions were excellent. There are
a few areas, from my naive perspective, that may need some brushing up
(nothing to do with the lyrics but more with the imagery). However, I
want to view/listen to the CDs once again before I suggest anything.
Hopefully, I can create some time this weekend to do this.
Again, sorry for the late response, and thanks for the CDs. Say hi to
Ingrid (Island Girl?:-)) and the kid (of the a,b,c,d, ... fame).
Best wishes
Parb.
From: BAABOOG@aol.com
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Monday, February 28, 2005 5:03 PM
Subject: Labor Day Bacchanal
Hi John
Thank you so very much for that quick response.
I know your song will be a whole lot better than my hasty single.
Your songs have deep meanings; can't wait to hear it.
Please let me know when you'll be in NY.
I'm starting a TV program & would like to highlight you on one of the
episodes.
[…]
I'm grateful for your consent to use your song.
I hope I can bring some wider recognition to your music.
Thanks for your help.
Regards to Ingrid, Annabelle & the rest of your loving family.
Sincerely
TG.
From: "Afzal Haniff" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, February 27, 2005 4:45 PM
Subject: John Drepaul
username: afo_haniff@yahoo.ca
city: Corentyne
state: Berbice
country: Guyana. S.A.
comments: Hi John, Great website!
You were a teacher at Tagore Memorial High School in the Corentyne, an
entertainer in Berbice, and later the Head of the Presidential Guards
for our former president Dr. Cheddi Jagan. [These] are great
achievements.
Having the early experiences of being the leader of "Sons of India" in
the 60s, a musical band that played through out Guyana, John DrePaul is
a name that would be long remembered throughout Berbice, especially
Corentyne, as "our own".
You are a man, who I personally know, lived on your own, grew up without
parents from an early age, and has now grown to make headlines in your
entertaining field. These are some things to which we Guyanese should
aspire.
John, you are still the leader, not only for "Sons of India", but for
the rest of us in Berbice, and Guyana.
I am very proud of you being from my Village: No. 63 Village.
Keep up the good work!
From: Godfrey Chin […]
To: cambridg@ohio.edu
Sent: Sunday, February 27, 2005 7:15 PM
Subject: Olga Lopes Seale at B'dos Flood Concert!
[…] Am sending this to Guyana's “Chalkdust Team” - Slingshot & Ingrid -
our best 'topical
lyricists' today ....... Richards Rodgers is not available!
From: "iamindra2"
To: <Skeldon@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 7:21 PM
Subject: [Skeldon] Mr. John DrePaul aka Slingshot :-)
Hi Slingshot
[…] Yes, indeed, I am very proud of you that you did some Hindi songs.
Those are very good old ones. Re the phonetics: actually, I expected you
to really kill it, but WOW!!!
Just kidding, my friend. I'm certain we all know which songs you are
talking about.
[…]
Indra
From: Afzal Haniff
To: Slingshot
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 10:59 AM
Subject: Thank You
Thank you. Happy New Year to you and family.
[…] I do remember you since I am little boy growing up. I remember Tony
McIntosh and yourself sharing a house on the last street going towards
the beach. […]
I remember also that you taught at Tagore High School […]
Whenever I do pass on the back street, where your property is, I always
look at the grave of your [late] wife --- Sorry brother if I am bringing
back memories to you.
Have to go now brother, but do remember that whenever you visit
Guyana--hopefully in the near future please come visit us. I am still
living in the same house where our store was.
Remember "Veko" who played the drum set for your band “Sons of India”?
He used to work for us at the store. Was in Guyana a few months ago and
we met. So nice of him to drop in and see us -- hopefully you will do
the same.
Best Regards. Stay safe.
Afzal
From: Laljie, Sumintra
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 3:11 PM
Subject: How are you?
Hi
[…] I left Guyana in 1974 I have been living in Orlando since 1988 so I
have heard you perform from time to time. I was born at #60 Village. I
live across from Paulo but I am sure you would not remember me. You
taught me in school. I don't even remember what subject but I was in the
same class with Anne Marray. […] So you see it is a very small, small
world.
[…] I did visit your site it is very good and I did get one of your CD
actually last week after visiting your site.
[…] By the way we should have a website for people from our area say #48
to #74 or so. It would be nice to catch up on old times.
Take Care.
From: George Moonasar […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Friday, February 25, 2005 10:09 AM
Subject: Thank You
John,
You are most welcome to include my comments however, wherever. After all
they are true, accurate and to the best as I presently can describe you.
George.
From: "Edwin Pestano" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Friday, February 25, 2005 9:09 PM
Subject: Slingshot
username: edpestano@yahoo.com
url: http://groups.yahoo.com/skeldon/group/
city: Toronto
state: Ontario
country: Canada
comments: Good luck in all your future endeavours.
Keep promoting the 'Corentyne'.
From: "Louis Vanlong" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Wednesday, February 23, 2005 7:38 AM
Subject: Republic Day
HI Mr Slingshot.
Happy Republic Day 2005!
Hope all is well with you and your sweet music as we keep SLINGSHOT
spinning on the AIR.
I'm awaiting more of your sweet music.
Bye
ROCKEY
PAIWOMAK 97.1FM STAFF.
From: "Charles Godfrey" […]
To: "john drepaul" <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Saturday, February 19, 2005 8:46 AM
Subject: hi
how are u . hope u are fine. say hi to the family for me.
what date are u coming into guyana.
need to know to make some plans.
need to keep some dates open to spend time with u.
your small brother for life charles jr.
***** = = = = = = *****
[The following are comments on SLINGSHOT from some folks who remembered
him]
From: Afzal Haniff
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sat, 19 Feb 2005 19:25:51 -0500 (EST)
Subject: [Skeldon] - Dude from # 63 Village
Yes I do. He was from my village--No.64. He was the leader of the
musical band --"Sons of India".
After leaving for the US for some time he returned and became a Personal
body guard of our former President--Dr. Cheddi Jagan.
Rgds. Afzal.
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From: "iamindra2"
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sat, 19 Feb 2005 21:24:12 -0000
Subject: [Skeldon] Dude from # 63 Village
That's www.tropicalwaves.net, not .com. He has some great CD's out
and I'm fortunate to have a few of them. He is EXCELLENT!!! I know
everyone will enjoy the CD's. On one of them, he has a picture of
his departed wife...some of you will know her. The CD is dedicated
to her memory.
Indra
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From: George Moonasar […]
To: Skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Date: Sun, 20 Feb 2005 15:26:27 EST
Subject: [Skeldon] Dude from # 63 Village
Hello Y'all!
I do know John Drepaul. We were friends for sometime. He taught at
Tagore Memorial High, # 63 Village, the same time with Pundit Ramlall,
"Palo" Ramdhan etc. while I taught at SLPGSS. John possessed musical
talent as a singer and player of various instruments. He, teacher
Macintosh and others formed a Band called "Lonely Bulls". Many times my
Skeldon friends and I hired the Band for our parties for they were
great.
I am in possession of two of John's albums: "Home Sweet Home" (dedicated
to his late wife […]) and "Jump For Carnival". John 'Slingshot' Drepaul
as he is also known resides in Orlando and entertains at Clubs,
Weddings, Parties and Festivals. He also goes to Guyana and Trinidad and
partake in Musical Festivals.
We should we proud of John and support him and unsure we have some of
his CDs in our Musical Collection.
It is true that he was a Security Personnel with Dr. J's Bodyguards.
All the best to you Slingshot!
George Moonasar.
P.S. "Unsure" above should be "Ensure". My typo error again!
- - -
From: George Moonasar […]
To: skeldon@yahoogroups.com
Date: Wed, 23 Feb 2005 21:21:16 EST
Subject: [Skeldon] Thank You
Hi Y'all!
THIS IS WHAT IT IS ALL ABOUT..!
John Drepaul is Great - Songfully and Musically.
Will talk more later.
Where is Macintosh? Guess what? Aubrey J. was here only hours ago. I
played your CD and enjoyed all of it.
Yes, we shall connect more and often for it's Fate and Karma that
through others we have re-connected.
I shall call Aubrey just after now and tell him about our e-mailing. He
will be ecstatic and overflowing with joy that we have all re-connected.
Your Bro in talent..!
George.
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From: "iamindra2" […]
To: <Skeldon@yahoogroups.com>
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 9:30 AM
Subject: [Skeldon] Re: Fwd: Thank You
Hi Slingshot,
Welcome aboard!! Everyone here is going to want your CD's so I hope you
have a lot on hand. :-) Your songs/music are so nostalgic. I wish you
would sing Hindi songs too.
Indra
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From: C. Rambali
To: Slingshot Drepaul
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 7:55 PM
Subject: SWEET BOY
Hi John,
Really good talking to you.....
Ow upper Corentyne "sweet boy"..."teacha boy" .looks like "heart break
hotel" is coming round the bend...
In your day and time you were really a "ROMEO"....were'nt
you??????(joking bro).
I recall this slick dude, pointed hair, pointed tip shoe, latest gear,
looking like a sharp shooter... attending the Inter High School sports
at the Skeldon Community Centre … guarding those beauties from Tagore
High ... We were afraid to say "HI" .... you wore a serious face when
you came to Skeldon ... I know all bout dem dear days ... life goes on
and seasons change and we must roll with the punches....
LOVE YA
Carl
***** = = = = = = *****
From: RUDOLF JAIKISSOON […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Saturday, February 12, 2005 9:08 PM
Subject: cd
Is your cd selling in stores in Toronto -Ontario area? I check a few
places but unable to find any of your CD.
Thanks
From: RICKY HUSBANDS
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2005 1:19 PM
Subject: hail up bro
Hello Slingshot
Do hope you and family are doing fine.
I've just finished a hectic carnaval and knowing GT is in lots of
problems.
Did you go for mass?
Do hope we meet this year.
Blessings to you and family!
Ricky
From: Jennifer Forde […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Wednesday, February 09, 2005 1:12 PM
Subject: Mashramani
Hi Slingshot
Hope you and your family ok. We still flooding here on East Coast
Demerara. […] Look like God turn His back on us. Anyway, we are a strong
people. We will overcome this. Slingshot, I love your “Pirate” song. I
know Mash road march been postponed to May 26. How can I get to be part
of your band then? Is there a number I can call and find out? […] How
soon will you be coming to Guyana?
[…] Love from Jenny
From: alliah […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Tuesday, February 08, 2005 3:42 PM
Subject: Hi...
Hi John,
[…] I visited your website today and found it most interesting. […] I
had fun reading all the stuff other people wrote. You seem to be a very
popular man and I am not the only one that likes your music. […] It
would be nice having you in Guyana sometime soon since I think your
music is very compelling and soothing.
It’s nice to see someone who is so dedicated and love their country so
much. […] I like your music because it’s original. It has a sense of
being Guyanese and a proud one at that. U capture the beauty of the
things once forgotten. U see most people tend to forget where they come
from and what they represent. You highlight our diversity and culture in
your music and make people appreciate the little and simple things in
life.
For example how nice it can be living in the country side where there
are trenches and black water and mud etc. Not a lot of people like to
admit that they were once part of those things. Most people are ashamed
to say they once cooked on fireside or bath in a river - u know …
something like that. Your songs are very melodious and inspiring
especially for those who have heard about Guyana but never visited.
[…] Thanks for reminding me of the road march - I am certainly looking
forward to that and will await your further advice. It sounds very fun
and interesting and unlike anything I have ever seen at Mash in Guyana.
Anyways have a nice evening.
With kind regards,
Shabana.
From: Deborah Linn […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Sunday, February 06, 2005 11:52 PM
Subject: Greetings
Dear Slingshot
I live and work in Hong Kong. I saw your musical video on OBE-TV, while
visiting London last December. I phoned the TV station and got your
email address. I also asked a record store in London for your music. I
am excited to write you. I like your music. I hope to see you one day.
Your Hong Kong fan
Debbie
From: "Razah: Laser Edge" […]
Sent: Saturday, February 05, 2005 12:12 AM
Subject: [WGML] Guyana Red Cross
Peace All
[…] Coco any song for the flood?
Here in 2005
I fightin fu meh life
No time with de wife
Enough wata fu tek a dive
Vehicle can't drive
Weh de knive?
Peace
Andre in land of many troubled waters
From: Linda Mae Craig […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Friday, February 04, 2005 8:12 PM
Subject: Pirates
Hi Slingshot
I read in the Chronicle that the Mash parade will be put off until May.
I was hoping to join your Pirates band on the road. But with the flood
and all. You know. Will you still be having a float on Mash day in May?
Every time I hear your Pirates song on the radio is dance time for me.
It sweet bad, bad… […] If they judge you fairly, you will really come
strong out front. […]
Plenty hugs from Linda
From: "Bryan Mackintosh" […]
To: "Slingshot"
Sent: Thursday, February 03, 2005 6:40 PM
Subject: A Gazillion Thank You ...
First of all, let me say, Slingshot boy that new song that you got is
bad for days, "Doctor Slingshot Coming". It’s the best local Calypso
that I have heard in years.
Slingshot, you have to make a tune for this flood, people here need
something to hold on to and you're the only man to do it.
Thank you for writing in and its great emails like yours that make this
job so fulfilling,
Bryan
From: "Carl Rambali" […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Wednesday, February 02, 2005 12:17 AM
Subject: From the BEACH HOUSE to the WHITE HOUSE
comments: Hi Slingshot,
You web site is just about the most entertaining, informative,
innovative and lively "site for sore eyes". I like the melody you put to
the song "Dr. Slingshot".....
Stay connected
CarlR
From: "Vibert Cambridge" […]
To: "Slingshot"
Sent: Monday, January 31, 2005 7:17 PM
Subject: A BIG THANK YOU
Dear Slingshot
Thank you for making my first trip to Orlando a pleasant and memorable
one. Your hospitality was quintessentially Guyanese.
I returned to a snow-covered Ohio. However, I am warned by the memories
of my Orlando trip.
I look forward to continuing to work with you on The Concert for Guyana
and that satisfying task of preserving, promoting, and propagating our
rich national heritage through the Guyana Folk Festival.
Again, thanks for your generous hospitality and please, extend my
warmest regards to your delightful family.
Peace
Vibert
Vibert C. Cambridge, Ph.D., Chair
Department of African American Studies
Ohio University
From: Wayne Moses […]
To: Slingshot
Sent: Friday, January 28, 2005 3:29 PM
Subject: Musical Videos
Hi John
I got the package this morning […] I love the videos! […] Guyanese
starved for images of home would love the imagery and the messages that
you bring through your songs.
The “Pirates” video was very good too ... and dead serious. That came
across in the video and I hope that the powers that be see and
appreciate the gravity of the situation, and that in spite of it being
music and fun and art and all that good stuff, it is still the
livelihood of the person doing it. As such it needs to be protected just
as much as if it were a more tangible product whose producer would enjoy
the benefits of the legal system when it comes to theft of property. A
lot has to be done regarding piracy in Guyana, starting with the radio
stations and other media.
The other video on the “Pirates” CD, “Dr. Slingshot”, is a bit risqué
but still fun. […]
Congratulations to both you and Ingrid for such great music and
wonderful lyrics, which always hit the nail right on the head when it
comes to putting aside that which separates, and embracing that which
brings us together, be it political or otherwise.
Wayne
From: Gwendolyn Harris […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Monday, January 24, 2005 1:15 PM
Subject: Greetings
Dear Slingshot,
[…] We love your song “You Are Not Alone” and want you to know that you
are doing something very wonderful. Thank you for sharing such a song
with the world, especially us here in Guyana. […] Are you still coming
for Mash?
Take care.
Gwen
From: Seeta Brijmohan […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Friday, January 21, 2005 8:26 PM
Subject: I Love Your Videos
Mr. Slingshot!
My name is Seeta, and I am a Guyanese writing you from Trinidad. I am
staying with my aunt in Princess Town. You are loved in our home on East
Bank Demerara. That is where I am from. My mom loves your videos. She
gets all stupidy when she sees you on TV. I say this because she dare me
that I cannot say it to you. Her favorite video is “El Dorado Dream”.
Anyway, I want you to know that my aunt here in Trinidad says she knows
you. She said she was your pen-pal when you was a soldier. I told her
she lying. How can she know you, when she is here in Trinidad? I have to
go now. But you keep singing those nice songs for all of us. Bye
Seeta
From: Leila Singh […]
To: slingshot@tropicalwaves.net
Sent: Friday, January 21, 2005 2:35 PM
Subject: Guyana floods
Dear Slingshot
This is a surprise to you from me. I met you at your Mashramani band
launching at Pegasus November last year. I had asked you to take a photo
with me. Do you remember? I want you to know you did a very good job and
we all Guyanese are proud of you. We are having some difficult times
presently with plenty floods. It would be good if you can come and help
us with your presence and music. You might not know this, but you have a
lot of admirers who believe in you.
Thank you for your time.
Leila
From: “Melville Lampkin” […]
To: <slingshot@tropicalwaves.net>
Sent: Wednesday, January 19, 2005 1:48 PM
Subject: Slingshot
Hi Slingshot!
I heard that song you and our local singers did when you were here in
Guyana. It is so well put out. You and Michelle King voice blend nice.
Thank you for the efforts you have made to highlight the plight of our
people. We have some floods going on now. But when next you visit,
please send me a mail at […] I have a few ideas for your road march
band.
Keep up the good name of Guyana.
Mel |
