Week of April 26th to May 2nd, 2009Remember Perry Como and his TV show? He used to have a segment when the singers would sing "Letters, we get letters, we get stacks and stacks of letters...". While not stacks, I have been getting a lot of email from listeners from various parts of the world. This week I heard from Paul Carter Jr. from Elliot City, Maryland with a very nice note. Also heard from Linda Guy in Los Angeles who also sent in her photo for the Listener Gallery.You're a true Islander now, Linda! Great to receive a note from first-time listener Sandy Brooks in Kingston, Ontario who wanted to let me know she sure was enjoying the great music. Kurt Lightner sent this note: "What a great show! I was in the painting studio I share with my friend Henrik last night (Sunday, April 27, 2009) and when he turned on Radio 88 Partille, your show was airing. I was transported to so many late night cross-country hauls across the US, when the only thing needed to keep you company is the crackle of the oldies station. I am an American visual artist and have been living in Gothenburg, Sweden for 7 years now. Hearing your show, and your voice, perfectly toned for the show, was like receiving a surprise care-package. Thank you. It was easily one of the most relaxed and "normal" nights I've had in my time here." Thank you very much, Kurt, and welcome to the Island.
The Chat Room continues to be a great source of community and friendship for the Nuts in the Nut, the regulars in the Chat Room. I can guarantee you that your enjoyment index will rise by being part of the Chat Room during the live show Sundays from 6 to 10 pm Pacific time. It does add a different dimension to the show. Try it for yourself. Click Chat on the Menu on any page of the website and then follow the instructions carefully. Then relax and have a nice visit.
It's not too late to send in your greetings for the 12th Anniversary Special on next week's show. Either send your email greeting to michael@treasureislandoldies.com or pick up the phone and call our 24/7 Listener Request Line at 206-203-4678 and record your greeting. I'll play it back during the anniversary show. I look forward to including you in this Internet radio milestone. Hard to believe we've been bringing Treasure Island Oldies to you every week since 1997. We'll have a fun celebration together.
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The Treasure Island Oldies Blog features one of the biggest soul songs of all time, Duke of Earl performed by the Duke of Earl himself, Gene Chandler. Enjoy!
Voice Your Choice spotlights the pride of Atlanta, Georgia, Tommy Roe with two of his big hits from the latter part of his pop career: Dizzy and Heather Honey. Cast your vote at the Voice Your Choice page and make your selection. We'll play the song with the most votes on next week's show.
The Listener Gallery is becoming populated with more photos, I am pleased to say. It would be so good to have you as part of the Gallery too. Send your photo, name, city and country to michael@treasureislandoldie.com.
If you missed the live show, you can enjoy the Archive of April 26, 2009; just click Listen on the Menu. And be sure to have a look at this week's Playlist to find out the names and artists of all the songs on this week's show.
See you next week for our 12th Anniversary Special. Have a good week.
Michael
