A little over a year ago GIL answered an em from me;Concernin the MOTOWN bash;I asked if PETE was there,i expressed everyone feelings,that hopefully the hard feelings have diminished;w/o gettin into details,the hard feelings have become softer;This was NOT necessarily a band reunion,thats not up to us,but possibly a spiritual thing;Im a DOER,I TRY;Gils em to me was very innoculous,nothin private;PETE got wind of it a YEAR later;Some may say.....u should have never forwarded that em............KILL ME;I have no talents,sans 4 one;GREAT communication skills..........wouldve made a great hostage negotiator;Things like this get blown outta proportion;I will say this to GIL & PETE.........theres enough blame to go round,pride is a mf,from readin u guys ems..............u may care more 4 each other than u think;Dont wait 4 another RIP;
Your intentions were good, although these things are best resolved in private between the parties concerned. It didn't help your cause when others, myself included, immediately jumped onto the re-union bandwagon.
There are no apologies needed. I know that I appreciate all that people say in support of Rare Earth. It was truly a beautiful part of my life and I am grateful to have had that piece of Joy. For me, there are no negative feelings for Gil or anyone else connected to Rare Earth. You know it's been 25 years since I played with Gil or Ray or Eddie or Mark, and I really don't remember the bad things. I do think of the great moments we all had together. It was truly a ride beyond my wildest dreams. My world has changed and I'm sure Gil's has too. I'm sure that Gil cares a lot for his current members and wants the best for them. I know that I am equally committed to what I'm doing. Fans want to see things like a reunion, and that's understandable. Reunions give fans a chance to go back in time and re-live great moments in their lives. I'm sure Gil and I would want that happiness for the fans. For me and Gil to look back that far could be painful. We would again be re-united with the loss of John, Eddie and Mark. I'm sure we think of them often with great love for them. For me,that was Rare Earth in our finest moments. Now Gil has the new Rare Earth, and he wants fine moments for them too. He's put in many years keeping them together and I hope his efforts are rewarded. I've gotten good reports of their shows. As far as for me. I'm fine. I love music and I won't ever stop believing that another hit is just around the corner. You have to believe and have faith in what your doing. I do, and I'm sure Gil does too. We used to talk a lot in the early days and I can tell you that Gil is a real believer. I too don't think that there would ever be a reunion, but not because as you think that we have differences that are bitter. Time takes care of that. It's all very foggy now and when it's get clear all I see is the fond memories of being together as we once were. Without John, Eddie, Ray and Mark it would be a huge void. Please know that your concern is appreciated. Please know that Gil doesn't wish me any harm and I don't wish him any either. Life has changed for us and we're good with that. I hope you will support Rare Earth forever in what ever form it takes. I hope you will support me wherever I go. It would mean a lot to both Gil and myself. I just want Peace and Joy for everyone concerned. As they say: Life is short....and getting shorter. And now, I just want to play the next song.........
Hello Rich, and Rare Earth forum folks, Gil is still in California and cannot respond, but again he has asked me to reply. No need for apologies, he knows you guys meant well, and he appreciates your efforts; your intentions were good. Ralph, Gil loves you too, and will reply when he gets home.
Pete, I personally commend you for your letter. I called Gil and read it to him, and he was greatly moved by all that you had to say. He wants to reply himself, but did not want you to think he was ignoring what you said. This is why he wanted me to post for him now. However, he will reply back to you himself when he gets home.
His words are, "Pete, withoutthe change of one single word, this is exactly how I feel as well. I am absolutely overwhelmed by your beautiful thoughts, thank you and God bless you and your entire family."
Pete, I will leave the rest to you and Gil when he gets home. My blessings to you and yours as well. Johnnie Sue
Rare Earth and all members both past & present will always have my support. It's music that makes me feel good. And that is what caught my attentionso many years ago when I discovered "Willie Remembers".
Susie, Thank you for the up-date. Be sure and tell Gil that he is loved also, just as Pete is. I remember a time when we were all together and all was right with us. It would be nice to see that occur.
Remind Gil of the time he and Pete got me into Gil's drag boat, and after sampling a little "herb" scared the bejeesus out of me as we flew across Cass Lake in about 15 seconds. I thought for sure I was going to die that day and Pete and Gil were two ofd the craeziest #@@&* on the planet. But then, what are friends for? Gil...Pete...let's end this thing. You both mean way too much to me to see it continue.
These posts over the last 48 hours have made me very feel very warm and happy. With a bit of luck two guys who are very much loved and respected by everyone who visits this website will be sending out an extra Christmas card this year!!!
These posts over the last 48 hours have made me very feel very warm and happy. With a bit of luck two guys who are very much loved and respected by everyone who visits this website will be sending out an extra Christmas card this year!!!
I JUST FEEL HONORED AND BLESSED TO KNOW THE WONDERFUL PEOPLE OF THIS FORUM....I'VE MET BOTH PETE AND GIL AND BOTH ARE TRUE GENTLEMEN....WITH THAT SAID...LIFE GOES ON AND MIRACLES DO HAPPENED....
In regard to my wifes posting for me, and Peter's post, everything I have to say has been said, and I could not have said it any better in refrence to this re-union thing.
I have no hard feelings toward Peter or anybody, so there is nothing to straighten out or end.
All is good in my life as I'm sure it is with you Peter, and I have nothing but love and good thoughts towards you, your family, and all past members of Rare Earth.
God Bless, and Merry Christmas with a Happy New Year to all. Gil
COOL;It was just somethin that I did on a whim,hopefully yall 2 have a more accurate understandin about how the other really feels;hopefully this means something;
G-d bless Gil and Pete and the whole RE family for all the joy your music has brought to my life. I've met many RE members old and new through the years and they have always been gracious and perfect gentlemen and always took the time to talk when possible. I'm 47 and have been blessed to have many decades long friendships in my life and as time goes on you dwell much less on the bull!#$%& and more on whats real and important. If things are good between Pete and Gil that's all that's important, especially because there was a time that it seemed that would never be the case.
Rich,
How about working a bit of your magic on Chuck Negron and Danny and Cory of Three Dog Night? LOL!!
ME?The hostage negotiator?Grew up in HARLEM w/o parents,I came to realize that a lot in life is BS,.compared to some of the things ive seen;Wouldnt mind tryin,though this forum is about RE;No 1 else,i really hope that G&P are at least grateful.
