FAN CLUB NEWSLETTERS 1972
January - May
January - May
Carpenters Fan Club Newsletter #9 - January, 1972
Hi Fans!
Richard and Karen wish all of you a Great BIG Happy New Year. They also send their THANKS for the groovy cards and gifts they received from so many fans. They are amazed at the numerous artists in their club and appreciate them. Show cases are being built in their new recreation room to display your talents.
Good weather accompanied the November tour as far as Rochester, New York where they were greeted by snow and freezing temperatures but warm and friendly fans. Though extreme change of weather between Miami and Rochester brought on colds and sore throats they completed the tour, playing all engagements. In Miami, their sound man became quiet ill so Sugar Bear, their equipment manager had to drive the truckload of equipment from Miami to Rochester. Leaving Miami, the truck broke down and a lengthy repair job delayed him for five hours. Consequently, Carpenters did not appear on the Rochester stage until ten o'clock. They do appreciate the patience of their Rochester fans who waited for their appearance.
Richard and Karen, unaware of Sugar Bear's predicament had flown to Toronto for dinner at the Hungarian Village, their favorite eating place in that part of the country. They say the food is truly fantastic and they especially enjoy Flaming Atilla. This is a platter of deliciously seasoned and perfectly cooked meats, including veal, pork, filet, chicken and duck which is served elegantly aflame. Karen and Richard say for a first class meal the Hungaria Village is a must.
In Carbondale, Illinois they drove to the football field at half time to enjoy the Carpenter medley played by the University band. In Richmond, Kentucky they had dinner with the Harlem GlobeTrotters. Karen says they're a gas. After the Morgantown gig they were flabbergasted when the allegheny plane unloaded their valuable instruments and sound system in the middle of the air field and took off!
They spent three days in Chattanooga enjoying a day off in one of the fine bowling alleys there. They love to bowl so they organized a tournament among the group and Karen and Richard had their own bowling balls flown in from Downey.
A freak error, in Jacksonville, had the local radio station advertising their concert at the wrong hall. They wondered why ticket sales were so poor, than last minute announcements corrected the error and by concert time the house was packed. The "way out" gig they enjoyed playing in mobile got off to a bad start in the dressing rooms when they discovered none of the showers worked. But once on stage they responded to the warmth and friendliness of the fans and truly enjoyed their work.
The Hartford Airport was closed due to a snow storm so the lear was brought down in New Haven, just a half hours drive from where they were born.
The tour ended in Westbury where five shows were sold out in spite of the rain. Then they stopped over in Baltimore to visit relatives and Mom and Dad flew East to join them.
The Award Special hosted by Ed Sullivan was taped December 11 & 17. It was not revealed until too late for last month's newsletter that it would not be live. The Carol Burnett Show which they will tape the first week of January -- both shows will be aired sometime in January, so watch your newspaper and TV Guide.
Their new single Hurting Eachother was released December 17 and copies are in the store now.
Plans are in the making for a Carpenter TV Special, but no date has been set for the taping.
The Australian tour has been postponed from February until June to give Karen and Richard time to complete their new album. Business meetings and commitments kept them from completing it during December as they had planned. They are still undecided on a name for it but have a couple in mind which they keep tossing around.
January they are scheduled for eight engagements only:
14th PROVO, Utah, Brigham Young University, George Smith Fieldhouse
15th LOGAN, Utah, Utah State University, Assembly Center
18th ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Civic Auditorium
19th EL PASO, Texas, County Coliseum
20th TUCSON, Arizona, Convention Center
21st TEMPE, Arizona, Arizona State University, Grady Gammage Auditorium
22nd ANAHEIM, California, Convention Center
23rd SAN DIEGO, California, Convention Hall
Karen and Richard send their love
So long for now - -EV
Hi Fans!
Richard and Karen wish all of you a Great BIG Happy New Year. They also send their THANKS for the groovy cards and gifts they received from so many fans. They are amazed at the numerous artists in their club and appreciate them. Show cases are being built in their new recreation room to display your talents.
Good weather accompanied the November tour as far as Rochester, New York where they were greeted by snow and freezing temperatures but warm and friendly fans. Though extreme change of weather between Miami and Rochester brought on colds and sore throats they completed the tour, playing all engagements. In Miami, their sound man became quiet ill so Sugar Bear, their equipment manager had to drive the truckload of equipment from Miami to Rochester. Leaving Miami, the truck broke down and a lengthy repair job delayed him for five hours. Consequently, Carpenters did not appear on the Rochester stage until ten o'clock. They do appreciate the patience of their Rochester fans who waited for their appearance.
Richard and Karen, unaware of Sugar Bear's predicament had flown to Toronto for dinner at the Hungarian Village, their favorite eating place in that part of the country. They say the food is truly fantastic and they especially enjoy Flaming Atilla. This is a platter of deliciously seasoned and perfectly cooked meats, including veal, pork, filet, chicken and duck which is served elegantly aflame. Karen and Richard say for a first class meal the Hungaria Village is a must.
In Carbondale, Illinois they drove to the football field at half time to enjoy the Carpenter medley played by the University band. In Richmond, Kentucky they had dinner with the Harlem GlobeTrotters. Karen says they're a gas. After the Morgantown gig they were flabbergasted when the allegheny plane unloaded their valuable instruments and sound system in the middle of the air field and took off!
They spent three days in Chattanooga enjoying a day off in one of the fine bowling alleys there. They love to bowl so they organized a tournament among the group and Karen and Richard had their own bowling balls flown in from Downey.
A freak error, in Jacksonville, had the local radio station advertising their concert at the wrong hall. They wondered why ticket sales were so poor, than last minute announcements corrected the error and by concert time the house was packed. The "way out" gig they enjoyed playing in mobile got off to a bad start in the dressing rooms when they discovered none of the showers worked. But once on stage they responded to the warmth and friendliness of the fans and truly enjoyed their work.
The Hartford Airport was closed due to a snow storm so the lear was brought down in New Haven, just a half hours drive from where they were born.
The tour ended in Westbury where five shows were sold out in spite of the rain. Then they stopped over in Baltimore to visit relatives and Mom and Dad flew East to join them.
The Award Special hosted by Ed Sullivan was taped December 11 & 17. It was not revealed until too late for last month's newsletter that it would not be live. The Carol Burnett Show which they will tape the first week of January -- both shows will be aired sometime in January, so watch your newspaper and TV Guide.
Their new single Hurting Eachother was released December 17 and copies are in the store now.
Plans are in the making for a Carpenter TV Special, but no date has been set for the taping.
The Australian tour has been postponed from February until June to give Karen and Richard time to complete their new album. Business meetings and commitments kept them from completing it during December as they had planned. They are still undecided on a name for it but have a couple in mind which they keep tossing around.
January they are scheduled for eight engagements only:
14th PROVO, Utah, Brigham Young University, George Smith Fieldhouse
15th LOGAN, Utah, Utah State University, Assembly Center
18th ALBUQUERQUE, New Mexico, Civic Auditorium
19th EL PASO, Texas, County Coliseum
20th TUCSON, Arizona, Convention Center
21st TEMPE, Arizona, Arizona State University, Grady Gammage Auditorium
22nd ANAHEIM, California, Convention Center
23rd SAN DIEGO, California, Convention Hall
Karen and Richard send their love
So long for now - -EV
Carpenters Fan Club Newsletter #10 - February, 1972
Hi Fans!
First of all, a Great Big THANK YOU to those of you who waited so patiently for your poster orders. I know you must be enjoying the beautiful new poster of Karen and Richard. For those of you who haven't seen one, it is a groovy new pose. Karen in a long dress and boots sits in a wicker chair with Richard standing behind her, wearing a striped jacket over a turtle neck sweater. It is quite different from the boat poster. Pennants are still available.
The response to the question and answer session was tremendous so at your request we are doing another.
Q: Which of the songs they have done do they like best?
A: They are very fond of Reason To Believe but they like them all for different reasons.
Q: Will they have their own TV show this summer?
A: No - they will be touring Australia and Japan with a stop over at Hawaii.
Q: Does anyone advise Richard on his song arrangements?
A: No. All arrangements are "Richard Originals".
Q: Who is Richard favorite classical composer?
A: Tchaikowsky & Bach.
Q: Does Karen receive derogatory remarks because she is a female drummer?
A: No, she receives many letters from males and females complimenting her on her drumming. There's been a burst of female drummers on the music scene since Karen became famous.
Q: What does Richard think is his best arrangement?
A: We've Only Just Begun & Superstar.
Q: Why does Karen always wear long dresses or pantsuits?
A: Karen is a clean-cut, modest young lady. Try sitting at a drum set some time and watch the position of your legs. The answer will be obvious.
Q: What made Karen decide to play drums?
A: Karen's drumming talent in inborn though it did not surface until her high school days when she decided to play snare in the marching band to get out of Physical Education.
Q: Have they bought two shopping centers?
A: They bought a large shopping center in Torrance, CA and a smaller business center in Downey.
Q: Where will their new Music School be located?
A: In the business center in Downey.
Q: When will the school be opened?
A: Escrow just recently closed and ground has not broken yet. It will be six months or more before the school will be ready?
Q: Will Karen and Richard be teaching there?
A: No. They will have qualified teachers that will be teaching per their standards. They will drop in from time to time to help.
Q: Where can I obtain a cover of the album Offering?
A: Sorry. There are none available. A&M destroyed them all when they repackaged the album & named it Ticket To Ride.
Q: Is that their own boat on the cover of Ticket To Ride?
A: No. They rented a sailboat at Lake Tahoe for the prime purpose of taking pictures for the new cover.
Carpenters are scheduled to appear on The London Bridge Special which will be taped at Lake Havasu, Arizona the middle of February. Viewing date has not yet been set so watch your TV Guide and local papers.
So long for now - - EV
Hi Fans!
First of all, a Great Big THANK YOU to those of you who waited so patiently for your poster orders. I know you must be enjoying the beautiful new poster of Karen and Richard. For those of you who haven't seen one, it is a groovy new pose. Karen in a long dress and boots sits in a wicker chair with Richard standing behind her, wearing a striped jacket over a turtle neck sweater. It is quite different from the boat poster. Pennants are still available.
The response to the question and answer session was tremendous so at your request we are doing another.
Q: Which of the songs they have done do they like best?
A: They are very fond of Reason To Believe but they like them all for different reasons.
Q: Will they have their own TV show this summer?
A: No - they will be touring Australia and Japan with a stop over at Hawaii.
Q: Does anyone advise Richard on his song arrangements?
A: No. All arrangements are "Richard Originals".
Q: Who is Richard favorite classical composer?
A: Tchaikowsky & Bach.
Q: Does Karen receive derogatory remarks because she is a female drummer?
A: No, she receives many letters from males and females complimenting her on her drumming. There's been a burst of female drummers on the music scene since Karen became famous.
Q: What does Richard think is his best arrangement?
A: We've Only Just Begun & Superstar.
Q: Why does Karen always wear long dresses or pantsuits?
A: Karen is a clean-cut, modest young lady. Try sitting at a drum set some time and watch the position of your legs. The answer will be obvious.
Q: What made Karen decide to play drums?
A: Karen's drumming talent in inborn though it did not surface until her high school days when she decided to play snare in the marching band to get out of Physical Education.
Q: Have they bought two shopping centers?
A: They bought a large shopping center in Torrance, CA and a smaller business center in Downey.
Q: Where will their new Music School be located?
A: In the business center in Downey.
Q: When will the school be opened?
A: Escrow just recently closed and ground has not broken yet. It will be six months or more before the school will be ready?
Q: Will Karen and Richard be teaching there?
A: No. They will have qualified teachers that will be teaching per their standards. They will drop in from time to time to help.
Q: Where can I obtain a cover of the album Offering?
A: Sorry. There are none available. A&M destroyed them all when they repackaged the album & named it Ticket To Ride.
Q: Is that their own boat on the cover of Ticket To Ride?
A: No. They rented a sailboat at Lake Tahoe for the prime purpose of taking pictures for the new cover.
Carpenters are scheduled to appear on The London Bridge Special which will be taped at Lake Havasu, Arizona the middle of February. Viewing date has not yet been set so watch your TV Guide and local papers.
So long for now - - EV
Carpenters Fan Club Newsletter #11 - March, 1972
Hi Fans!
This month we go behind the scenes of The London Bridge Special which was taped on location at Lake Havasu, Arizona. Believe me, the "behind the scenes" happenings were quite the opposite of what you will view on your TV sets; and hilariously "way-out".
Falcon, the McCullough plane which jetted them to Havasu was shared with "WU WU" & "DOG-DOG" two adorable Pekinese dogs, plus a delightful large black Shepherd. Then they landed hungry, at 10:00 p.m. they turned into the nearest restaurant only to be told it was too late to be served. So hungry, cold and dejected, they found their way to the Pub below the Bridge where they were served a fine meal by friendly and gracious waitresses. Their next day began at 7:00 a.m. while it was still cold. Shooting that day was on the Bridge where they encountered numerous problems. The bridge is part of McCullough Drive which is the main thoroughfare through town; and though police tried to divert some of the traffic, there were some cars and pedestrians on the Bridge at all times. Noise of course, was a serious problem with planes, motor boats, and talking people contributing their share of upsets and confusion. It took six hours to tape one small segment of Jennifer O'Neal talking to Richard and Karen. That afternoon they did a tennis court scene again with Jennifer & this time adding Tom Jones. When it began to get dark they quit shooting and most of the crew went to a bowling alley to have some fun. Tom had never bowled so Karen and Richard had the privilege of teaching him. Then they all shot some pool and called it a day.
The second day they found they had to re-tape the tennis court scene in the morning but afternoon found them in an amphitheater taping a concert. The director had placed a sign near the entrance asking for 100 spectators so they could film an audience. Response was so great they ended up playing to an audience of 3,000 people which they managed to squeeze into the theater. The temperature that afternoon was 90 degrees.
The third day they journeyed to Crystal Beach where beautiful scenes were to be taped. The first scene was on top of a mountain which they reached via a narrow dirt road that wound through woods. Rocks & boulders had to be moved so the camera and equipment trucks could get through. Even then, accessibility was limited and the mountain had to be climbed on foot by stars and crewmen alike. Adding to climbing woes was the electric piano which was hand carried to the top of the mountain by two members of the crew. On top of the mountain they did a beautiful version of We've Only Just Begun.
From the mountain they trooped to the desert where they did a groovy rendition of Close To You.
A lonely island was to be the setting for other scenes & songs so motor boats were filled and people and equipment headed for what they believed would be easy "takes". But this was to be a "never to be forgotten day" for everyone concerned.
The island turned out to be a marshland and both motor boats burned out their motors trying to gain access to land in too shallow water. Sugar Bear, their road manager, finally shed his shoes and socks, rolled up his pants legs and pulled the boats in as far as he could but, there was still quite a stretch of ankle deep mud and goop between the boat and dry land where the taping was to be done. So - are you ready for this? All the stars who were already costumed had to be carried piggy-back by the rest of the crew through all the mud and goop. Sugar Bear carried Karen who thought it was the most hilarious ride she'd ever had!
The island, virgin & uninhabited had no shelter for crew members during the taping; so it was decided they should hide among the tall, thick cattails that covered the marshland. This proved a good idea until it was time to do a pull-away shot of the island. The camera was loaded into the helicopter for this shot; the stars took their places and the copter took off. Well - the terrific spinning, flattened the cattails to reveal crew members and shot mud, water and cattails flying into the clothes, faces and hair of the stars. Karen said that was the first time she ever had to comb cattails out of her hair.
EV
Hi Fans!
This month we go behind the scenes of The London Bridge Special which was taped on location at Lake Havasu, Arizona. Believe me, the "behind the scenes" happenings were quite the opposite of what you will view on your TV sets; and hilariously "way-out".
Falcon, the McCullough plane which jetted them to Havasu was shared with "WU WU" & "DOG-DOG" two adorable Pekinese dogs, plus a delightful large black Shepherd. Then they landed hungry, at 10:00 p.m. they turned into the nearest restaurant only to be told it was too late to be served. So hungry, cold and dejected, they found their way to the Pub below the Bridge where they were served a fine meal by friendly and gracious waitresses. Their next day began at 7:00 a.m. while it was still cold. Shooting that day was on the Bridge where they encountered numerous problems. The bridge is part of McCullough Drive which is the main thoroughfare through town; and though police tried to divert some of the traffic, there were some cars and pedestrians on the Bridge at all times. Noise of course, was a serious problem with planes, motor boats, and talking people contributing their share of upsets and confusion. It took six hours to tape one small segment of Jennifer O'Neal talking to Richard and Karen. That afternoon they did a tennis court scene again with Jennifer & this time adding Tom Jones. When it began to get dark they quit shooting and most of the crew went to a bowling alley to have some fun. Tom had never bowled so Karen and Richard had the privilege of teaching him. Then they all shot some pool and called it a day.
The second day they found they had to re-tape the tennis court scene in the morning but afternoon found them in an amphitheater taping a concert. The director had placed a sign near the entrance asking for 100 spectators so they could film an audience. Response was so great they ended up playing to an audience of 3,000 people which they managed to squeeze into the theater. The temperature that afternoon was 90 degrees.
The third day they journeyed to Crystal Beach where beautiful scenes were to be taped. The first scene was on top of a mountain which they reached via a narrow dirt road that wound through woods. Rocks & boulders had to be moved so the camera and equipment trucks could get through. Even then, accessibility was limited and the mountain had to be climbed on foot by stars and crewmen alike. Adding to climbing woes was the electric piano which was hand carried to the top of the mountain by two members of the crew. On top of the mountain they did a beautiful version of We've Only Just Begun.
From the mountain they trooped to the desert where they did a groovy rendition of Close To You.
A lonely island was to be the setting for other scenes & songs so motor boats were filled and people and equipment headed for what they believed would be easy "takes". But this was to be a "never to be forgotten day" for everyone concerned.
The island turned out to be a marshland and both motor boats burned out their motors trying to gain access to land in too shallow water. Sugar Bear, their road manager, finally shed his shoes and socks, rolled up his pants legs and pulled the boats in as far as he could but, there was still quite a stretch of ankle deep mud and goop between the boat and dry land where the taping was to be done. So - are you ready for this? All the stars who were already costumed had to be carried piggy-back by the rest of the crew through all the mud and goop. Sugar Bear carried Karen who thought it was the most hilarious ride she'd ever had!
The island, virgin & uninhabited had no shelter for crew members during the taping; so it was decided they should hide among the tall, thick cattails that covered the marshland. This proved a good idea until it was time to do a pull-away shot of the island. The camera was loaded into the helicopter for this shot; the stars took their places and the copter took off. Well - the terrific spinning, flattened the cattails to reveal crew members and shot mud, water and cattails flying into the clothes, faces and hair of the stars. Karen said that was the first time she ever had to comb cattails out of her hair.
EV
Carpenters Fan Club Newsletter #12 - April, 1972
Hi Fans!
Two more Grammies sit on the Grammy shelf in the den of the Carpenters home in Downey. Richard and Karen did it again; a Grammy Award for the best musical duo or group. They have expressed their appreciation for all your notes and letters of congratulations.
Karen's hair was cut a trifle short for this big event, and the trim, combined with the tight curl, gave it a shorter look.
Now - the news you have been waiting for! Their new album will be released this month (April). The name of it? - A Song For You. Watch for it in your local music stores. Oh yes- Bless The Beasts And The Children will be featured on the new album.
There's been a great response to the Boat Poster offer.
Richard and Karen have a busy summer ahead of them, and will take this opportunity to share their schedule with you.
March 31- April 8th - Miami Beach, Florida, Eden Rock Hotel
April 9th Gainesville, Florida, University of Florida
April 10th Hollywood, Academy Awards, TV appearance
April 11th Savannah, Georgia, Coliseum
April 12th Fayetteville, NC, Cumberland County Memorial Auditorium
April 13th Greenville, NC, East Caroline College Coliseum
April 14th Richmond, Virginia, Coliseum
April 15th Oxford, Ohio, Miami University
April 16th Cincinnati, OH, Music Hall
April 18th Bowling Green, KY, Western Kentucky University
April 19th Pittsburgh, PA, Civic Arena
April 20th Huntington, West Virginia, Marshall University, Memorial Fieldhouse
April 21st Philadelphia, PA, Academy of Music
April 22nd Syracuse, NY, Onodaga County War Memorial Auditorium
April 23rd College Park, Maryland, University of Maryland-Cole Fieldhouse
April 25th Washington, DC, Record Industry Annual Awards Dinner, Hilton Hotel
April 29th Atlanta, Georgia, Municipal Auditorium
May 4th Honolulu, Hawaii, International Center
May 8-20th Sydney, Australia, Chevron Hotel
May 22nd Adelaide, Australia, Apollo Sports Center
May 24-25th Melbourne, Australia, Festival Hall
May 27th Brisbane, Australia, Festival Hall
May 30 Hong Kong
June 1-11th Japan, Osaka, Nagoya, Kyoto and Tokyo
July 7th Houston, TX, University of Texas, Hofheniz Pavilion
July 8th Shreveport, Louisiana, Hirsch Memorial Coliseum
July 9th Tulsa, OK, Assembly Center
July 11th Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Blossom Music Festival
July 13-15th Holmdel, New Jersey, Garden State
July 16th Saratoga, New York, Performing Arts Center
July 20th Indianapolis, IN, Convention Center
July 21-23rd Chicago, IL, McCormack Place
July 26-29th Detroit, Michigan, Pine Knob
July 30th Saginaw, Michigan, Civic Auditorium
Aug. 1-3rd Columbia, Maryland, Merriweather Post Pavilion
Aug. 4-5th Allentown, Pennsylvania, State Fair
Aug. 9-15th Los Angeles, CA, Greek Theater
Aug. 22-28th Lake Tahoe, Nevada, Sahara Hotel
More new next month.
EV
Hi Fans!
Two more Grammies sit on the Grammy shelf in the den of the Carpenters home in Downey. Richard and Karen did it again; a Grammy Award for the best musical duo or group. They have expressed their appreciation for all your notes and letters of congratulations.
Karen's hair was cut a trifle short for this big event, and the trim, combined with the tight curl, gave it a shorter look.
Now - the news you have been waiting for! Their new album will be released this month (April). The name of it? - A Song For You. Watch for it in your local music stores. Oh yes- Bless The Beasts And The Children will be featured on the new album.
There's been a great response to the Boat Poster offer.
Richard and Karen have a busy summer ahead of them, and will take this opportunity to share their schedule with you.
March 31- April 8th - Miami Beach, Florida, Eden Rock Hotel
April 9th Gainesville, Florida, University of Florida
April 10th Hollywood, Academy Awards, TV appearance
April 11th Savannah, Georgia, Coliseum
April 12th Fayetteville, NC, Cumberland County Memorial Auditorium
April 13th Greenville, NC, East Caroline College Coliseum
April 14th Richmond, Virginia, Coliseum
April 15th Oxford, Ohio, Miami University
April 16th Cincinnati, OH, Music Hall
April 18th Bowling Green, KY, Western Kentucky University
April 19th Pittsburgh, PA, Civic Arena
April 20th Huntington, West Virginia, Marshall University, Memorial Fieldhouse
April 21st Philadelphia, PA, Academy of Music
April 22nd Syracuse, NY, Onodaga County War Memorial Auditorium
April 23rd College Park, Maryland, University of Maryland-Cole Fieldhouse
April 25th Washington, DC, Record Industry Annual Awards Dinner, Hilton Hotel
April 29th Atlanta, Georgia, Municipal Auditorium
May 4th Honolulu, Hawaii, International Center
May 8-20th Sydney, Australia, Chevron Hotel
May 22nd Adelaide, Australia, Apollo Sports Center
May 24-25th Melbourne, Australia, Festival Hall
May 27th Brisbane, Australia, Festival Hall
May 30 Hong Kong
June 1-11th Japan, Osaka, Nagoya, Kyoto and Tokyo
July 7th Houston, TX, University of Texas, Hofheniz Pavilion
July 8th Shreveport, Louisiana, Hirsch Memorial Coliseum
July 9th Tulsa, OK, Assembly Center
July 11th Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio, Blossom Music Festival
July 13-15th Holmdel, New Jersey, Garden State
July 16th Saratoga, New York, Performing Arts Center
July 20th Indianapolis, IN, Convention Center
July 21-23rd Chicago, IL, McCormack Place
July 26-29th Detroit, Michigan, Pine Knob
July 30th Saginaw, Michigan, Civic Auditorium
Aug. 1-3rd Columbia, Maryland, Merriweather Post Pavilion
Aug. 4-5th Allentown, Pennsylvania, State Fair
Aug. 9-15th Los Angeles, CA, Greek Theater
Aug. 22-28th Lake Tahoe, Nevada, Sahara Hotel
More new next month.
EV
Carpenters Fan Club Newsletter #13 - May, 1972
Hi Fans!
By popular demand here we go again with another question & answer session. Karen and Richard are still on tour and the only news that has reached me concerns Karen's suitcase, which was stolen from her dressing room in Richmond, Virginia. It contained items of necessity which she used nightly in preparing to go on stage: her hairdryer, curlers, comb & brush, steam iron, etc. Imagine the hassle trying to replace these things before the next show!
Q: What other instruments do they play?
A: Richard can play just about anything. Karen is very adept on bass guitar.
Q: Does either one wear glasses?
A: Richard wears contacts.
Q: Do they ever, themselves answer fan mail?
A: Indirectly they answer it all. If we are in doubt as to what they would say, we ask them for an answer.
Q: Is Karen National Youth Chairman of Cancer Society & what does she do for them?
A: Yes. It is an honorary title bestowed on her because she and Richard are both concerned with this horrible illness and have donated all proceeds from sales of their program book to the Cancer Society.
Q: Does Richard plan on writing a movie score?
A: He hope he will some day have this opportunity.
Q: Do they choose the clothes they wear on TV?
A: Yes, unless it is a production number. Then the costume is designed and made by the wardrobe department.
Q: What is their nationalities?
A: German on their mother's side and English on their father's side.
Q: Does Karen write songs?
A: No. That's Richard's department.
Q: What are their parents birthdays?
A: Mrs. Carpenter, March 5th; Mr. Carpenter, November 8th.
Q: Are Karen's dogs, Lady & Mush, male or female?
A: They are both female, they have no other pets.
Q: What kind of girl appeals to Richard?
A: He likes a chick to be polite, well-mannered, and classy with the ability to communicate and a sincere interest in music. He hates "put-ons". He calls them plastic people.
Q: Does Richard plan to enter a car race?
A: He loves fast cars and car races but he has no plans to drive in any.
Q: When will the London Bridge Special be aired?
A: Due to air May 7th.
Q: Why was Offering repackaged as Ticket To Ride?
A: Erroneously, the album was released before the single. When the single came out it was a hit. Therefore the album containing the hit song was repackaged and renamed.
Q; Will Make Your Own Kind of Music be on this summer?
A: If it is, Karen and Richard will not be on it. They have no time to tape a summer TV show this year.
Q: On your album--is anyone else singing besides you?
A: Definitely not. The only voices you hear are Karen and Richard - even when it sounds like a choir!
Q: Who is EV?
A: That's me! I am their personal secretary. The reason I know about their happenings and behind the scene episodes is because, with pad and pencil I follow Karen from bedroom to bathroom to breakfast table and take notes while she relates to me while she dresses and eats, all the sad and funny things that have happened on the tour they've just completed.
That about wraps up this rap session exect to tell you that Richard finally sent the Maserati back to the dealer. He bought a second Lincoln instead - this time all white - interior and exterior. Colored wallet pictures now available!
More next month
EV
Hi Fans!
By popular demand here we go again with another question & answer session. Karen and Richard are still on tour and the only news that has reached me concerns Karen's suitcase, which was stolen from her dressing room in Richmond, Virginia. It contained items of necessity which she used nightly in preparing to go on stage: her hairdryer, curlers, comb & brush, steam iron, etc. Imagine the hassle trying to replace these things before the next show!
Q: What other instruments do they play?
A: Richard can play just about anything. Karen is very adept on bass guitar.
Q: Does either one wear glasses?
A: Richard wears contacts.
Q: Do they ever, themselves answer fan mail?
A: Indirectly they answer it all. If we are in doubt as to what they would say, we ask them for an answer.
Q: Is Karen National Youth Chairman of Cancer Society & what does she do for them?
A: Yes. It is an honorary title bestowed on her because she and Richard are both concerned with this horrible illness and have donated all proceeds from sales of their program book to the Cancer Society.
Q: Does Richard plan on writing a movie score?
A: He hope he will some day have this opportunity.
Q: Do they choose the clothes they wear on TV?
A: Yes, unless it is a production number. Then the costume is designed and made by the wardrobe department.
Q: What is their nationalities?
A: German on their mother's side and English on their father's side.
Q: Does Karen write songs?
A: No. That's Richard's department.
Q: What are their parents birthdays?
A: Mrs. Carpenter, March 5th; Mr. Carpenter, November 8th.
Q: Are Karen's dogs, Lady & Mush, male or female?
A: They are both female, they have no other pets.
Q: What kind of girl appeals to Richard?
A: He likes a chick to be polite, well-mannered, and classy with the ability to communicate and a sincere interest in music. He hates "put-ons". He calls them plastic people.
Q: Does Richard plan to enter a car race?
A: He loves fast cars and car races but he has no plans to drive in any.
Q: When will the London Bridge Special be aired?
A: Due to air May 7th.
Q: Why was Offering repackaged as Ticket To Ride?
A: Erroneously, the album was released before the single. When the single came out it was a hit. Therefore the album containing the hit song was repackaged and renamed.
Q; Will Make Your Own Kind of Music be on this summer?
A: If it is, Karen and Richard will not be on it. They have no time to tape a summer TV show this year.
Q: On your album--is anyone else singing besides you?
A: Definitely not. The only voices you hear are Karen and Richard - even when it sounds like a choir!
Q: Who is EV?
A: That's me! I am their personal secretary. The reason I know about their happenings and behind the scene episodes is because, with pad and pencil I follow Karen from bedroom to bathroom to breakfast table and take notes while she relates to me while she dresses and eats, all the sad and funny things that have happened on the tour they've just completed.
That about wraps up this rap session exect to tell you that Richard finally sent the Maserati back to the dealer. He bought a second Lincoln instead - this time all white - interior and exterior. Colored wallet pictures now available!
More next month
EV
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