Linda Ronstadt can't sing anymore.

I'm getting a bad feeling.

Gee fy

So you think ruby killed him to spare Jackie the tumult of a trial too huh... and Ted swam across the bay to get help.

Geof...you of all people looking for concrete evidence....Wow, that truly is rich!!! Most entertaining post ever!

Repulse, are you talking about the guy from Monty Python?

Geoff, we do know who did that dirty, sad, terrible, horrible deed; Mark David Chapman. May he suffer daily for it. And actively.

M18764ag

We'lol never know. But I work for a company with breakthrough cancer therapy and its anything but covered up. It's curative. And celebrated.

There was never any substantiated evidence much less proof after all the committees and books on the subject that would lead one to think Oswald was NOT the lone gunman. Lots of interesting, even tantalizing conspiratorial theories. Just nothing substantiated. Just a lot of who shot John, as it were.

Rpulsa: sorry, I can't let this go... if you believe Oswald was the lone (or lobe?) Gunman...you are the one that is out of touch.

Bifwynne ...

Here's her Mexican music for sale on Ebay:

http://www.ebay.com/itm/LINDA-RONSTADT-CANCIONES-DE-MI-PADRE-CD-/221714451701?pt=LH_DefaultDomain_0&hash=item339f360cf5

On the delivery date on the REF-75 ... It takes four days from time of shipment to my front door. They keep telling me "any day now." Yes, there is a special "fancy" badge that will be attached to all new SE amps. These badges were designed in, and shipped from Italy. My understanding is that they have been hung up at Customs. So, as soon as ARC has the badges in place the amps will be shipped. At this point, the amps are all completed and just sitting awaiting these badges.

One thing I've learned over the years in my relationship with the folks at ARC ... they are very patient in their quest for perfection, service and reliability. You know how long it took for them to approve the KT-150 replacement in existing KT-120 amps, right? Well, my understanding is, they had over 5000 KT-150 hours on their test amps without a single failure before that final approval. Its a very conservative company and they honestly don't do anything without the end user in mind. There isn't a piece of equipment that gets shipped without an extensive listening to by WG... even to the extent of orienting the fuses in the best location for the best sound. Even every piece that's been sent in for repair gets the same treatment.

Like I said in another thread ... if the SE amps are as good as my source says they are ... get your checkbook out.

Yep ... a great community it is.

Take care ...

Great post Oregonpapa. Is it still possible to buy the CDs anywhere.

Btw, how long will it take for ARC to ship your Ref 75 SE? As you know, I am pondering upgrading my Ref 150 to the SE version. Waiting for objective member comments.

I think you mentioned there was a part vendor issue and ARC is running behind with making the SE version. I am in no rush ... and it would be kinda' dumb to send my amp in for the upgrade just to have it sit waiting for parts.

Thanks for your post. Great community we have here.

I have a three-box set of French pressings of the work she did with Nelson Riddle. I just recorded it to CD the other day to play in the car. I went to see her concert where she sang all of her Mexican music. I think half of the Hispanic population of Los Angeles was there. She brought the house down ... my gawd, she was great! The audience was so into her Mexican music ... it was such a joy to watch. And by the way, Linda used the very best musicians from Mexico City for that concert, including one guy who walked out on the stage holding a guitar, and under a single spot light, played a Rodrigo composition so beautifully, it brought tears to more eyes than mine. A great night it was!

+1 Tubegroover !
Her music will go on for a very long time !
Happy Days to you Linda Ronstadt .

Thanks for the memories Tubegroover. I own most of her recordings. What a cutie and boy .... could she belt out a song.

When I discovered this live gem, it brought tears to my eyes, so expressive. Best to you always Linda!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oAK5Ids7l5g&list=RDoAK5Ids7l5g

I think I have nearly everything she ever recorded on vinyl. Absolutely amazing performer who conveys so much beyond the lyrics with her singing. I saw the Eagles documentary and there were clips of her singing in LA when the guys who formed the Eagles were in her band. They were saying that the first time anybody heard her sing they all said, wow, she;s going to the top. It was that apparent. Too bad she is done singing.

I love the earlier, more countrified stuff (post-Stone Ponies, pre-stardom). What an amazing voice!

oops - sorry about the double post. :-o

Holly

I've been picking up Rondstadt CDs whenever I find them of late.

When she was good, she was REALLY good!

I'm coming late to the "party" but saw/read this thread and was very saddened. No, she is not dead, thankfully, and her singing will live on in our records (and CD's, no doubt) but it is always sad to read that one of the original movers and shakers of MY audio world can no longer sing. We used to call her Luscious Linda, not just because of her lovely looks, but because of her even more lovely voice.

Holly

I'm coming late to the "party" but saw/read this thread and was very saddened. No, she is not dead, thankfully, and her singing will live on in our records (and CD's, no doubt) but it is always sad to read that one of the original movers and shakers of MY audio world can no longer sing. We used to call her Luscious Linda, not just because of her lovely looks, but because of her even more lovely voice.

Holly

When I was auditioning speakers (NHT's and Vandersteen 1B's) for my first really "serious" stereo many years ago, I would use Linda Ronstadt recordings. The audio guy who was great overall in his dealings with me, a mere female, did comment "why bother for this really?". He was a big classical fan.... and this was during her beginning pop phase.
(I did get my Sima integrated amp from him but ended up with Totem Model 1's)
I do love to hear her sing and "Western Wall" and "Adieu False Heart" are among my favourites.

Well said Tubegroover. I own 3 or 4 of Linda's albums, including "Living in the USA." The album pic is of Linda wearing roller skating shorty shorts. She was sooooo cute. And boy ... could she belt out the Chuck Berry classic, "Back in the USA." My wife became jealous and confiscated the album for a week.

Very well said, Tubegroover. Thanks!

Best regards,
-- Al

Hi Al

Yes, I too loved the Seekers back in the day but when I listen to Georgy Girl I am reminded of the Lynn Redgrave character in the movie, not Judith Durham and thanks for letting us, or at least me know her name, I didn't until now. When I listen to the Stone Poneys sing Long Long Time or Different Drum that vision of Linda comes immediately to mind. Judith may have had a great career, she certainly has a wonderful voice but Linda has remained relevent and remained in the realm of the great pop music singers in the US since the mid 60's. In addition to her talents, she's a real cutie as others have noted and that certainly doesn't diminish her appeal. Who on this site old enough to remember Linda's persona, voice or looks hasn't fallen in love with her at some point in their life?

Thanks for sharing info about Judith, what I love about this site, the recognition by others of those that have been forgotten by most but will never be forgotten by those touched by their music.

I agree with almarg in virtually ever post but Judith Durham, and I know her music well, doesn't even approach Linda Ronstadt's all around vocal ability.

Yes, she has a pure and lovely voice but lacks the range, dynamics, impact, slam, and versatiliy of Linda Ronstadt.

the Mexican song excerpt in the NPR interview was really great. I really appreciate you posting the link. i also see little point in comparing her to the many many great vocalists dating all the way back to the 1st microphones. but she was loved by many of us in our time, and certainly didn't have to stick to a set formula, which was new to a lot of rock and rollers. and she had our undying respect and admiration in every phase of her evolution. my personal opinion is that she got even better when she tried new things.

" I can't think of any another vocalist with her range and talent. "
There probably are some, but I can't think of any either, at least not in the diverse crossover pop/rock/country/jazz domains that she frequented. Definitely unique and versatile.

There are certainly very few, and Linda was certainly an exceptional talent. I can think of at least one other vocalist that I would put in the same league in terms of talent and diverse range, though, and that would be the Australian singer Judith Durham. She was the lead singer of The Seekers during the mid-60's, whose works encompassed pop/folk/rock/jazz/traditional and even gospel. She then went on to have a successful solo career as mainly a jazz performer, while doing occasional reunion concerts with the Seekers (right up to the present day, despite a recent serious medical issue). And her voice had a remarkable purity which Elton John rightfully once observed as being almost unrivalled among popular vocalists.

Best regards,
-- Al

" I can't think of any another vocalist with her range and talent. "

There probably are some, but I can't think of any either, at least not in the diverse crossover pop/rock/country/jazz domains that she frequented. Definitely unique and versatile.

My only issue with her singing was that sometimes her delivery could become a bit over the top, but she definitely had the chops to pull it off.

One of the best. Saw her many times. Could play so many genres well. I can't think of any another vocalist with her range and talent. Also, an excellent producer, including David Lindley of El Ray-o X.

Donjr...thanks for the heads up about the Fresh Air program. Excellent and well done.

"A true lady with a voice rivaled by few." I absolutely agree!

Here is a link to that radio show:

http://www.npr.org/2013/09/17/223172521/in-memoir-linda-ronstadt-describes-her-simple-dreams

Agree 100% Donjr!!

Fresh Air with Terry Gross just had an interview with Linda. It was very sweet and sad at the same time. Terry asked Linda if she still enjoyed listening to music and Linda's reply was "Yes, I love live music over recorded music although that's strange because I was a recording artist, but it was live when I was singing it."

They played some amazing songs from throughout her very long career. I true lady with a voice rivaled by few.

This weekend I was listening to some tracks from Paul Simon's "Graceland." One track had a duet with a female vocalist that was very nice. I was surprised to find it was Linda R.--very pretty but didn't have her characteristic sound IMO.

She does a great duet with David Hidalgo of Los Lobos on a tune called Los Cenzontles. The CD is called Songs of Wood & Steel.

Someone to lay down beside me and long long time are two of my all time favorite songs and her voice was amazing. I'm glad that we at least have the memories and her music. I wish her the very best

enjoy

Wow. I guess the Helen Reddy thread isn't all that disrespectful after all.

+1 Schubert, well said and sadly true IMO!

No matter if you liked her music or not, it's a shame when a very good singer can't sing anymore. I was never a rabid fan yet it saddens me that she's having these problems.

I think you would be doing better trying a 50 mile forced march than making a comment like that. You have know idea of her personal life or more so the 99.8% of everyone else. Rather assuming of you IMO.

Judy, Are you this rude in person?

Wc65mustang, You had PM'd me once, a month ago. Your complete message was "move on". I had no idea what you were pertaining to. Advising oneself is more difficult than advising others.

Read Schubert's posts wynne.
He's clueless.

Everybody is entitled to an opinion wynne.

Don't like what you read? Move on, you're not the editorial police.

And Judy, ... so do you. Shubert is a respected Audiogon member who frequently makes interesting and thoughtful comments on numerous audio related subjects.

Your persistent negative comments are appearing on just about very discussion topic I have recently read and are irritating to say the least. Perhaps your "thoughtful" insights might be better appreciated on a different audio web forum. Please feel free to return from wherever you came.

Agree, Schubert needs to retire.

There is a profile in this weekend's NYT.

Schubert, after reading this and some of your other posts, I'm convinced you're simply very stupid.

Meant "lone", not lobe, but I guess, sadly, the error also works.

Schubert, do you also believe that Lee Harvey Oswald was not the lobe shooter?

Those eight years of stalling have given the rest of the world a huge lead in R&D so let's hope they're onto something soon.

As for Linda, I've always loved her music and even though she can't sing anymore, she still has a sharp mind and tongue to go with it along with the ability to not suffer fools gladly. She tell it like it is. I'd hate to be chewed out by her.

All the best,
Nonoise

IF a cure for Cancer was discovered by some mad scientist tomorrow and the Cancer "industry" got wind of it he'd keel over from a "heart attack" within a week and hit a Bunsen burner on the way down destroying his lab and all his records.