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The real deal
San Diego Union Tribune ^ | 09/15/2004 | George Varga

Posted on 07/20/2004 9:00:00 AM PDT by Patriot62

The real deal

Linda Ronstadt's current tour – 'a history lesson of music' – reflects her dedication to authenticity, and quality By George Varga July 15, 2004 Other singers may have a greater passion for music than Linda Ronstadt. But few have a greater passion for more types of music, or the willingness to perform them, even at the risk of falling on her face.

"My career has befuddled other people, and it's befuddled me," admitted Ronstadt, 58, who finds her fans are polarized by her nightly on-stage salute to "Fahrenheit 9/11" filmmaker Michael Moore.

"I've been dedicating a song to him – I think he's a great patriot – and it splits the audience down the middle, and they duke it out," she said.

"This is an election year, and I think we're in desperate trouble and it's time for people to speak up and not pipe down. It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a Republican or fundamental Christian. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know."

"I saw a movie recently about a camel and these people in Mongolia, and I relate to them better than people here in this country. It looks like (Germany's) Weimar Republic to me here."

(Excerpt) Read more at signonsandiego.com ...


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To: votelife

What's her name? Oh yea, I forgot it's Linda Roundostadt. MnM and Roundostadt, would make a great couple, like shill and hill. Bush/Cheney 2004


161 posted on 07/20/2004 1:01:22 PM PDT by No Surrender No Retreat (These Colors Never Run)
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Hard to believe that this

ended up like this

Maybe it's just her inner ugly bubbling to the surface and being denied release by the rubbery skin.

162 posted on 07/20/2004 1:09:09 PM PDT by Range Rover (Greenpeace is a cult)
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To: ar15girl
She should be forced to read about George Washington during Christmas eve

The left isn't moved by any of that, I assure you. I've encountered these people. "Washington attacked a bunch of helpless drunks!" If they praise our Revolution at all, it's to say that Washington et. al were the same as the terrorists are now. "They knew terrorism was the only way for change!" Of course, anyone who really knows anything about the Revolution knows how twisted and wrong that is.
I agree with the sentiment that Ronstadt ought to advertise "Republicans and (fundamentalist) Christians not welcome." If she's honest about it up front, maybe she won't have to worry that she might be entertaining the enemy.
163 posted on 07/20/2004 1:09:22 PM PDT by Rastus (Forget it, Moby! I'm voting for Bush!)
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To: Petronski

back to the top


164 posted on 07/20/2004 1:11:44 PM PDT by timestax
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To: Patriot62
I asked a preacher how it was possible for someone in this area to be a democrat and a Christian. His response? Some people just don't know what they really stand for.
165 posted on 07/20/2004 1:19:47 PM PDT by vetvetdoug (In memory of S/Sgt. Segundo "Dean" Baldonado, Albuquerque, NM-KIA Bien Hoa AFB, RVN 1965)
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To: Patriot62
It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a Republican or fundamental Christian. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know."

Okay! Lets try this phrase with a few other groups.

It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a Black or a Jew. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know."

It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a gay or lesbian. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know."

It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a latino or muslim. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know."

Any guesses as to how the comment would be reported????

166 posted on 07/20/2004 1:27:13 PM PDT by CharacterCounts
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To: Patriot62

That statement just about made me lose my lunch! I hope everyone will stop supporting these "artists" who mistakenly believe they are the mainstream.

Linda, YOU are a moron!


167 posted on 07/20/2004 1:32:27 PM PDT by AuntB ("You are entitled to your own opinion, but you’re not entitled to your own set of facts.’ R.Reagan)
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To: Patriot62
Why Ms. Ronstadt how Bigoted of you, disliking someone based on political and religious preference. I though the Liberals were the party of tolerance Ms. Ronstadt? I have a suggestion from Yourself, Moby, Michael Moore, Peter Jennings,The Dixie Chicks, etc.... If you all are such true Patriots to this country and you think the rhetoric and lies that you spout are truthful and accurate. I challenge you to go out on tour profess these beliefs at free shows for the public to attend so that they may hear your Propaganda and then let the Public decide for themselves.

My suspicion is that you would get the same greeting across America that you received in Las Vegas. My other Suggestion is, if you truly think that this country has taken a turn for the worse and you can't stand it here. I will more than happy to pack your bags and escort you to the border myself. Ok I feel better now thanks for the rant space! :)
168 posted on 07/20/2004 1:34:25 PM PDT by Americanwolf (America! Love it, or my 550 pound lowland gorilla will be more than happy to show you the door.)
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To: Patriot62
F--- all these disfunctional, insignificant actresses

Tool

169 posted on 07/20/2004 1:37:13 PM PDT by ScreamingFist (Peace through Ignorance)
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To: BunnySlippers

If your plumber starts talking politics I would run...


170 posted on 07/20/2004 1:38:27 PM PDT by Americanwolf (America! Love it, or my 550 pound lowland gorilla will be more than happy to show you the door.)
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To: ThomasMore

I think she ATE Aaron Neville!


171 posted on 07/20/2004 1:39:30 PM PDT by EX52D
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To: Patriot62
It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a Republican or fundamental Christian. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know."

Now I really hate her.

Cassette and Album smashing time. I will do it this week and post photos. Will you join me?

~indie

172 posted on 07/20/2004 1:44:57 PM PDT by Indie (Ignorance of the truth is no excuse for stupidity.)
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To: Patriot62

ONE OF MANY POSTED TO HER ELEKTRA RECORDS MESSAGE BOARD:

LINDA: "It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a Republican or fundamental Christian. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know."
"I saw a movie recently about a camel and these people in Mongolia, and I relate to them better than people here in this country. It looks like (Germany's) Weimar Republic to me here."




ME: Dear Linda. As a pro Nashville writer and musician, I'd have to say

that one doesn't show their rear end to the audience. And your ignorance is no excuse for your utter stupidity.

It is record smashing time for your recordings.

Goodbye. Forever.


173 posted on 07/20/2004 1:53:45 PM PDT by Indie (Ignorance of the truth is no excuse for stupidity.)
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To: Blue Scourge

Just another old hippie trying to resuscitate her singing career


174 posted on 07/20/2004 2:00:01 PM PDT by NRA1995
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To: Indie
thanks for the post Indie!

Comparing the USA to Wiemar republic of the early 20th century?

It is ignorance and stupidity like this that makes me wonder what these people are smoking...

In a previous post I offered to pack Ms. fatstats backs now I am willing to give her a free ride to the border on the foot of my boot... And I ain't that far from Tuscon either Linda!
175 posted on 07/20/2004 2:01:07 PM PDT by Americanwolf (America! Love it, or my 550 pound lowland gorilla will be more than happy to show you the door.)
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To: Patriot62
It's a real conflict for me when I go to a concert and find out somebody in the audience is a Republican or fundamental Christian. It can cloud my enjoyment. I'd rather not know.

Well, I can relate. When I find out a performer is a liberal (ala Barbara Streisand, Whoopie, Robin Williams) it diminishes my ability to enjoy their performance.

176 posted on 07/20/2004 2:05:44 PM PDT by handy (Leahy you, you Clymer!)
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To: cripplecreek

I don't see the problem. Republicans and christians don't want to hear that fat lady sing anyway.

It begs the question: What percentage of her income from selling albums, appearances, etc, came from the discretionary income of Rebublicans and Christians???
She didn't ask for a litmus test when selling concert tickets and records and tapes. Does she actually think that ALL of her ENTIRE fan base all these years were just unwashed hippie Liberals??? Is she that stupid? Or did Jerry Brown suck all her brains out trying to prove he could be a passionate heterosexual??? She's a real piece of work.....


177 posted on 07/20/2004 2:11:51 PM PDT by ridesthemiles (ridesthemiles)
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To: 76834

Oh Well, another wad of CD's and tapes on the way to the crapper and another name for my personal $hit list....

Why not give them to the local Hospice store or Salvation Army? That way Linda WILL NOT get ANY royalties from the "resale". Or find a local school flea market and donate to that. In any event, find a way to keep her from getting royalties.


178 posted on 07/20/2004 2:16:26 PM PDT by ridesthemiles (ridesthemiles)
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To: biblewonk

She only has access to TV and she eats up every word that any liberal happens to be telling her.

She is as much a prisoner of new information as the entire population of many third world countries, like North Korea. ALL the radios are tuned to only pick up the official Country controlled stations. She is putting herself into the same boat. She needs to listen to Dr Phil and find out about being responsible for her actions.


179 posted on 07/20/2004 2:23:23 PM PDT by ridesthemiles (ridesthemiles)
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To: ridesthemiles

Nope, I wouldnt want to inflict her screeching on anyone.
Besides it's too late.

Took them out to the patio and did a number on them with a 9 pound sledge.
Only small pieces left and they are in the garbage can.....


180 posted on 07/20/2004 2:52:46 PM PDT by 76834
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