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"Dear Robert,
What a wonderful historical document ö Bravo! Hat off to The
Sisterâ for gently goading you into this project. Very Best
wishes from an elderly, bespectacled, white-bearded curmudgeon
who is eagerly looking forward to whatever you next choose
to unleash upon the unsuspecting world."
—John Stevens
"Hi Friends, I attended Robert's June 15 Annapolis, MD
show and it was absolutely hilarious!! His equipment hadn't
arrived so, after twice inviting those interested in leaving
and receiving their refund (nobody did) he spoke to his audience
for over an hour until the equipment finally arrived. I shall
never forget it. I am writing to inquire about more (Volume
2?) of Robert Fripp Unplugged. Will this maybe happen? I sure
would love it. I have devoured the entire first set of cassettes,
Robert speaking, and I have practically memorized them. Just
wondering... I certainly throw in my vote for please! Best to
you all."
—Eric Young
"My purchase of "Robert Fripp Unplugged!" arrived
in good condition last week.
I have listened to all 6 CD's now and am
pleased
that you have undertaken to make such a project
available to your brother's listening public.
Perhaps, for a man who sometimes performs
'in the shadows',
Robert's primary desire might be to 'let the music speak'
as his main
form of communication. Still, I am grateful to have this small
glimpse
into his social personality, outside of the act of music.
While I am familiar with many of Robert's
thoughts, which
have been made available through the Discipline Global
Mobile Web Site Diary, it is really the quality of his speaking
manner that helps his personality to be better understood
and appreciated.
The CD's show Robert to be a man of considered
thinking,
who is concerned with issues of meaning, while also displaying
a
keen sense of interpersonal grace. He sometimes resonates
with an
impish sense of humor: the 'trousers' story is quietly hilarious.
Thanks again, for helping to give us an intimate
glimpse,
into the personality of the man behind the music.
Now,
how about the California Guitar Trio Unplugged?"
—Nicholas
Croft
"Thank
you for the prompt delivery of my order of the Robert Fripp...Unplugged
tapes, they arrived today.
By now I have listened to your bonus tape and the first
of Robert's tapes. To tell you about the pleasures of listening
to people who have something to say and know how to, is probably
equivalent to carrying the proverbial coals to Newcastle.
Nevertheless, as I enjoyed being once more reminded to this
today, you might also enjoy to get yet another confirmation
that this indeed is the case.
A few words about the accompanying postcard: I found it
very nice to get a handwritten message along with my order,
it reminds me that I am dealing with humans."
— Christian Fritz
"Thanks for putting these Unplugged tapes together. From
the first moments of the first tape to the end of the first
side of tape 8, I have simply not stopped smiling. Fun fun fun!
I did find it a bit weird to hear my own voice on the Milwaukee
tape though... Looking at your website and the literature sent
to me has been a real source of joy. Where to start?
Look for an order soon. Then another, and another...
It's a good thing that my new job calls for public speaking.
I can really put your ideas into practice."
— Tony Weitner
"I have just completed a sixth listening of the complete
Unplugged brother and wanted to thank you for making these
priceless recordings available ... please tell the brother that
his words and thoughts and verbal expressions go a long way
in aiding this basement-dwelling enthusiasts understanding of
not only his music ... but what I call his insight into life
survival."
— Lindsay Planer
"Let me say at the outset that I am content. I found the box
set wonderful, enlightening, amusing."
— Craig Lehman
"Today I finished the last tape in the Robert Fripp Unplugged
series. First of all, I would like to thank you for the speed
of the transaction. Apart from my dealings with DGM, this was
the quickest delivery of product I've ever experienced. I listened
to them exclusively in my car over a period of about nine days,
thoroughly entranced.
Your brother is a good egg, as I've always suspected, and it
was a great pleasure listening to him speak. I have to tell
you about a specific incident which occurred while listening
to 'Pie Jesu:' I was sitting at an intersection waiting for
a green light while watching a line of cars turn past me from
the right cross street as the music played, and I watched the
face of each individual driver as they passed in tandem with
the music and, for the first time in ages, felt total compassion
for them to an extent that I began to cry right there. Such
is the power of the music that it put me back in touch with
a part of myself I'd feared to be gone forever.
I have to say that Robert's verbal offerings were the icing
on the cake. And I thank you for the generosity of the package.
It feels naughty to have his autograph, but thank you. It would
be great if he were to include Seattle as a stop on his speaking
tour. My whole family would be there. (Yes, my wife is a fan
and is dying to see the Crims play live someday!) And so, in
conclusion, thank you, thank you, thank you!"
— Greg Davis
"I am thankful you have made the Robert Fripp Unplugged
available to the fans. I have loved your brother's music for
a number of years, and I think that he is the most unique and
interesting guitarists that I've ever listened to. Thanks."
— Brandon Stanley
"As I type this, I am listening to your fine collection of your
Brother's 'Intimate Conversations' in the RF Unplugged
tape series. I have known Robert since July 1986, when I took
my first Guitar Craft course at Claymont.
When Robert spoke at this, and the many other Guitar Craft
courses I have attended; I felt a great sadness that no one
else but the course members could hear his words. It was akin
to sand slipping through my fingers. How to record what he
was saying, and yet do this without a recording device, something
taboo at GC courses, for very good reason? To my delight,
your taking the initiative to assemble his words at Soundscapes
concerts has brought Robert's words of passion to these, and
others' ears.
I am truly blessed to know this remarkable man, I am truly
blessed that you would assembles these pearls of his Soundstage
Conversations. I can see also Robert is blessed to have such
a lovely, intelligent, and loving Sister. Again, thank you
for the work you have done. It is obvious that Ma and Pa Fripp
raised two offspring with care and love, and allowed them
to realize there full potentials. I pray that one day we might
meet in person. As I go to many KC/Soundscape shows, perhaps
this will be sooner, as opposed to later. All the best to
you!"
— Michael Black, New Jersey, USA
"The wonderful Robert Fripp Unplugged is genuinely moving.
What a perceptive man Robert is. He helps strengthen my hold
on life, also keeping the faith in being genuine, honest and
true. The first time I actually saw Robert was in a BBC documentary
about 15 years ago and from that day he became a role model
for me. This tape set is a dream come true. Such wisdom, so
much to be learned from Robert. Soundscapes have been life altering
for me. Especially noticeable when I work for elderly people
and now to own this set of tapes. I know that I can only benefit
and continue to improve from them. Beautifully packaged, I like
the Fripp kids touch. Thank you."
— Paul Bonser
"Patricia, Thank you very much for your time and attention you've
paid to me. I'm so impressed with your excellent service.
King Crimson is the number one band for me for many years, I
think this is the best group in the world. Your brother Robert
Fripp - the Greatest Magician ever. Now we've got a brilliant
present which has became possible due to your own assistance,
that is - Robert Fripp Unplugged!
After I listened to those tapes I discover many new things.
Now I'm on the boundary of the next era - Frippolization, and
I would call it FrippTalkingMusic. Also, I'm grateful for the
poster with Robert's autograph. It is surely one of the most
valuable things in my collection. Thank you very much and good
luck in your business. I couldn't describe my feelings!
And also my best wishes to Robert Fripp.
Sincerely yours,"
— Leonid Nasekailo
"The collection brings a grand scope of Robert's ideas and feelings
on a myriad of subjects. At the beginning of my listening I
have to admit, I was a bit skeptical that my attention could
be captured for so long, but I was handsomely rewarded for my
patience each time with laughter, and sometimes sadness."
— Mr. Crimson, Jeff Duke, Reviewer, "Krimson News"
(Click
here for more from this review.)
"My name is Sylvain, I'm 38, a Film Artist working in Hollywood
and a Fripp enthusiast. I do not wear facial hair or glasses
and I continue, after twenty or so years to be deeply moved
by Robert, his music and his thoughts. When I was a university
student in the early eighties, a young man whom I didn't know
handed me a cassette of an interview conducted by Vic Garbarini
of Musician Magazine.
'You should like this,' he said mysteriously.
Robert spoke for about an hour and changed my life. It was
the first and only time that I ever heard a working musician
so deeply anchoring his stance as a human being. I felt like
he was a friend, a mentor.
Robert Fripp Unplugged represents for me the first
opportunity in twenty years to revisit this experience and
I am pleased to see that Robert never turned his back on the
light which shines on him. This can be said of his music as
well as his wonderful mind. I listened to Unplugged
in my car, everyday, on the way to the studio where we currently
develop a remake of Planet of the Apes.
I looked forward to my trip everyday, sitting in Los Angeles
traffic, under concrete overpasses, listening, smiling, sometimes
laughing, but always feeling comforted that I share this here
planet with this lovely person.
I frequently wondered: 'Does he know? Is he aware, of how
his work and presence has become such a part of our lives,
even if we never meet him?'
I saw Robert play with King Crimson, and on his own, on
a number of occasions; sometimes, when he was left alone up
there, fiddling with his wall of Tech he seemed fragile, even
brittle. A lonely man channeling awesome forces. The taped
conversations of Fripp Unplugged confirmed, for me,
this bitter sweet feeling one gets in the company of a disarmingly
vulnerable and human person.
Listening to this set of audio tapes has been a unique experience;
a privilege, as Robert would call it.
Thank you,"
— Sylvain Despretz
"Greetings from Belarus,
I was so impressed !!!!!!!
Especially by poster signed by Mr. Fripp !!!!!!! It's rare indeed.
Fantastic material. Brilliant design. Many thanks.
I hope, it was not the last release of such products from you."
— Igor Klimov, Minsk, Belarus
"I wanted you to know how much I am enjoying the Robert
Fripp Unplugged tapes. It surpasses my expectations in every
respect. Prior to the advent of the online diaries at the DGM
website, I had followed with interest the things Robert had
to say in sleeve notes, articles and interviews ever since the
time of Exposure, and so I came to the Unplugged
set with a substantial and long term familiarity with the sort
of things that he was likely to say.
What I was utterly unprepared for was the impact of hearing
him actually say these things. This isn't just a matter of hearing
his voice as opposed to reading his words, for of course I've
had that Greg Stone interview for all these years and probably
listened to it a half dozen times or so. One result of having
this familiarity with his speaking voice is that when I read
his liner notes or diaries I sometimes 'hear' his voice saying
the words in my mind. And yet, these new recordings have such
an impact!
One passage in particular stands out. I believe it is on side
2 of tape 2, when he first tells of having played the benefit
at the church for the dance group. The joy and serenity in his
voice when he speaks of the experience is palpable and infectious,
and as he goes on describe his feelings regarding things that
he considers to be violations, I felt that I really understood
this for the first time. As often as I've read him on the subject
and had an intellectual understanding and reached the rational
conclusion that one should honor his wishes, hearing him describe
it (especially in contrast to his fond reminiscence of the church
performance) made me *feel* an understanding of it. Simply stunning.
Best regards,"
— Mark J. Moerman
"Just made my way through the Robert Fripp Unplugged series
of tapes, and I would suggest to anyone who views the 'Artist'
Fripp as an Autocratic Ruler of all that is Crim, to seek out
and listen to these tapes. I'm sure if all the bootleggers and
Photo Invaders could hear the eloquently spoken words of Fripp
the 'Gentleman,' they would have an entirely different opinion
from the rants that keep appearing on the pages of Elephant
Talk.
A particularly enjoyable yarn, regarding a Vicar, sums it up
better than any kind of persuasive argument from any ET'er.
This is a marvelous series of 9 tapes recorded after the Soundscapes
tour shows, with Fripp the 'Gentleman' taking questions from
the audience. It gives great insight into the Man, the Muse,
Motive, and dare I say it, the sense of humour, behind his so
called 'Heaviness' regarding photos and autographs and bootlegs.
When I purchased the tapes, I wasn't sure what to expect, but
after listening, I have a newly found respect for the Man who
has to get into the 'Zone' before, and during, a performance.
This is truly a gem, and I would like to thank Fripp, the Sister
for providing the inspiration to put together such a package.
Who knows, if you listen to these tapes, the threads on ET might
be snipped, and some real constructive commentary could follow.
These tapes are a real treasure, something I will enjoy over
repeated listenings.
Cheers,"
— Mike Coffey (An Earnest Young Man), Toronto, Canada
"Other observations mirror my own. Hearing Robert brings
through the emotion in a way his writings cannot. The cassette
set is highly recommended listening for all."
— Dan, dgm Webmaster
"Many thanks for Fripp Unplugged, delivered very
promptly. I've listened to most of it and am happy that I
took the plunge. I must admit when ordering I'd had a couple
of pints of lager to loosen the wallet.
For anybody interested in the man behind the music and/or
for anybody who simply likes hearing a good story well told
would, in my humble opinion, derive much enjoyment from this.
I, on the other hand, thought it typical of just another Fripp
outing. I could do with more of this!"
— Neil Toolin (n.toolin@talk21.com)
"SISTER!!!!!!!!!!
IT CAME TODAY!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I THINK I AM IN HEAVEN!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Plus to hear two of my questions answered on this tape is at
once embarrassing and touching ... I was at the 1/14 and 19
'98 performances ...
VIVA LA BROTHER & SISTER FRIPP!"
— Lindsay Planer (lplaner@netrover.com)
"After listening to my copy of Robert Fripp Unplugged
... for those who would like to really get to know Fripp
the Brother ... talk to The Sister ... absolutely brilliant
and funny and touching ... God Bless you Robert Fripp ... whomever
you are! Bless you for the teachings and humour you both provide
- the world is indeed blessed by the Fripp siblings. Thank you
so much again Sister Fripp."
— Michael Horne
"Robert, I am thoroughly enjoying your Unplugged
collection - many thanks to you and your sister for making this
available."
— Laura K. Sherman (Beatlsherm@aol.com)
"Re: Unplugged
It, in and of itself, provides the neophyte (read: wife and
friends) with some insight into the workings of Robert's mind.
Like it or not, this is who he is. He lives for his art, and
believes in himself 6 days out of 7. Self-assured, amusing,
and downright charming by turns, Robert Fripp is an Icon of
Pedantry - but I love him, in my own weird way."
— Glenn Gamblin
"I would just like to reiterate the recent praises of
the Robert Fripp Unplugged cassette pack brought to
you by Fripp the Sister. ...I have enjoyed the tapes! Though
being a lover of Brother's music, I enjoy his comments and
stories on the music business as well. Me, being in the TV/video/film
business, I find I relate a lot to Brother and his experiences.
So having this tape series has been nice to listen to. And
Brother can be so funny, can't he? :)
The RFU series will also prove to you how valuable
Robert Fripp is to the music world. His ideas, disciplines
and appreciation of music transcend those of the retching
world of 'the music industry' Not only do you hear about that
but you also get to hear some good, funny stories from the
road told in the well versed, thought out manner and in proper
English to boot! The only way Robert can! So I recommend the
cassette pack to the King Crimson/Robert Fripp enthusiast
as well as the practicing musician as I believe there is valuable
information contained in this series and very entertaining
as well.
Take care and visit Krimson News often! ;) "
— Kade
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Fripp Unplugged is now available on CD!
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