Getting The Story From Danielle: The Rick Danko Media Archive Webisode 1
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- Опубліковано 1 жов 2024
- The Rick Danko Media Archive Project was launched in March 2014 by Danielle, Rick Danko's niece, with Rich Brotman, Documentarian and Archivist. The website for the Rick Danko Archive will be launched this summer so, hang tight and stay tuned.
Danko seemed like a kind soul. Wish he'd have tamed his demons and taken better care of himself. Gone way too soon.
I am a musician and know a lot of musicians. I have met some well known musicians. Most musicians are odd or full of themselves. I got to know Rick for a short time and for that I consider myself very lucky. Is or was there ever a nicer guy than Rick? I don't think so.
Danielle has enough stuff to keep him alive for a long time...
You could see it in the non-verbals on stage as well. Take the solos from other performers for instance. He'd acknowledge them more than most musicians would whenever he was in an ensemble like the Band. If it was his own billing, he'd walk over to them and offer them the spotlight they might not have otherwise received in that moment.
He had a wonderful singular voice and was a rock solid bassist. If you see the film "Festival Express" you get an insight into what a fun guy he was to hang out and play music with. I was lucky enough to see the legendary Rock of Ages concert. The Band in their prime were as great as anybody that's ever done it.
Thank you for sharing this. I've really become obsessed (musically that is) with Rick's music. Getting to know the man himself isn't easy due to the lack of interviews available. The music on Elizabeth's tape sounded awesome. I hope this music becomes available sometime. As it is, iTunes does have a decent amount of Danko live albums available, but not his wonderful 1977 solo lp. Long live Rick and Elizabeth.
Rick Danko. The best vocalist. A great musician and person. To lose his material would be a sin and a crime. Many thanks Danielle. You did Rick and all music lovers proud.
Rick Danko only lived 1 mile if that ,from us near R R 6 Simcoe Ontario Canada. Just past Walsh Ontario first concession turn right go west he lived down that road, on the next concession corner, north sideWe owned our tobacco farm they the Danko family lived on the side rd.on a corner lot with his mother.He went to high school with my brothers Roger Mels and Albert Mels. in Simcoe Composite High School .We always wonder what happen to him .
We always wonder what happen to him .--whats that mean?
Well, Elizabeth didn't write a book, but I have her diaries, which date back to the 70's. Stay tuned!
the website is gone?
Awesome!
any pictures of Eli?
I keep checking in, hopeful that you might still write a book or whatever. Love when I find something from you
If you ever decide to write a book, I am a ghostwriter and would love to help!
Hey Danielle, I was Rick and Elizabeth's housekeeper/nanny for 5 years in Malibu, in the mid 70's. I don't often post stuff on public media about it, and nothing personal about Rick or Elizabeth, ever, but I would be interested in sharing some memories if anyone was ever to write a book. Part of my heart died twice ... once with Eli and once with Rick. Tonight when I found this video it rekindled the love that will live there with them forever, along with my love for Elizabeth, Justin and Lisa. Yes there are so many fond memories.
I must admit I was late to hear of Elizabeth's passing. She and I shared many hours together and yes, we got into some mischief together. I treasure the memories of the kids when they were young and I will always cherish the times we shared. Some flood back as if it were yesterday.
It would be great fun to talk with you sometime. I'm glad to see you are keeping their spirits alive.
The Rileys I would love to hear some stories! I am a massive fan of ricks music, hope to hear some from you.
Hey there, I just saw your post now, I would love to hear from you, please email me at def717@yahoo.com. Thank you!
are you in so cal?
I'd love to hear your wonderful stories! Do you keep a Facebook page?
"Forever Young, Forever Loved"
....that's beautiful cos it's true- -RIP Rick
What a burden- but what a treasure and cache of history. Every best wish to you.
Rick was such a character, I am really glad that I got to meet him a few
times growing up before he had passed, just wish he was around longer
for me to grow up and really get to know him. I can only hope to carry
what he was and represented through my own music one day. I can feel his musical soul coursing through my veins.
Just saw this....Rick played for us at Enoch's Pub and Cafe in Monroe, Louisiana on several occasions....there were no greater nights in our 39 year history...a beautiful guy!
I live in Homer, about an hour west of Monroe. Makes me happy to know he was so loved and appreciated by my north Louisiana peeps. Wish I could have been there to see it.
I'm tuned. And had front row table seats at John Q. Hammonds in Springfield Mo! THE ONLY CONCERT THEY CANCELED!! And at the last second. I was 5 feet away from your uncles guitar.
So how about some music!! Please!
Please take Jack my dog.
Just the words "Rick Danko Media Archive" has a special ring to it.
Rick we loved ya back in 1970 and we love ya now!!!!
Well done Danielle for `Keeping Ricks memory Alive", Good for you Huni, ;-) Heather xxx
Nice work Danielle! Love that Long Black Veil. One of my favorite songs. -Anthony DeMeo
RICK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! We were blessed with this man for way to short of a time, He was truly one of the great ones, Thanks Danielle, and I will always keep Rick and Levon and Richard and Garth alive in me till the day I die.............................
any of that good stuff in the archives with that run he did with Paul Butterfield about 1979 I know the concerts are up there on UA-cam from Colorado that awesome one.
One of the most under appreciated bass players ever!
What are you talking about, he played bass in one of the most famous musical groups of all time.
I don’t think anyone under appreciated rick danko as a bass player,
I want that Jorma and Rick and Van Morrison rehearsal
I'm excited about this, Rick and the band were a huge inspiration to me as a musician. True legends.
Hey Danielle! I've been trying to find that version of long back vail everywhere. Ricks voice is absolutely amazing! Could you point me in the right direction?
+Jake Caplen Hey Jake, I just saw your comment now. I plan on putting a lot of Rick's music on the www.rickdanko.net site in the near future.
awesome! thanks for all the great work you do. Love your facebook page too. God bless.
+Jake Caplen Thank you Jake!
Hi Danielle, Please make a visit to the AVALON ARCHIVES Museum in Brewster NY to see the greatest tribute to Ricky and our brothers in the Band.
Rick and Elizabeth were close friends and donated an extensive collection which is prominently displayed in an historic building. Currator Ned Moran will share indepth
stories and information on the greatest band to ever grace our beautiful Hudson Valley. Located at Tilly Foster Farm off I84 x19 open Sat & Sun 12-4. Free admission.
Michael Doebbler of
Danielle,this is amazingly cool stuff. You need to get someone to do a documentary.
Love ya,Robert.
3:45 - Canadian Tire money (5¢) right under that VW Bug. Love it. Love this man's music.
I saw Rick and The Band in Chicago in April 96. Awesome show. Rick accidentally turned a 4/4 into a 5/4 during one line of Makes No Difference (Jimmy and Rick Bell exchanged brief smiles while adjusting), but he was DANKO...that whirling dervish of a Stage Presence. I miss him. I almost went to see him in Ann Arbor for that last gig, and I’m kicking myself still.
I was lucky to see that show at the New Orleans jazz festival 04/22/94.It was a Friday and my friend Drew,who worked at the festival , picked me up at the airport and we saw the show.I remember Little Richard played that day.The Band played a show later that night at the Lakefront arena (which is on you tube).
Rick’s legacy deserves better than a couple cardboard boxes full of tapes. I’m not pointing a finger at anyone. It’s just so frustrating to see a beautiful musician’s work boil down to this.
Rick sung about our pain and we related to this.
I would be interested in purchasing something if you would consider selling?
First I’ve seen this. Huge fan of Rick so hope you keep posting some of those tunes. Thank you
I was at that Folk City 1985 show she mentioned when reading the cassette- it may not have been that night if they played a few dates but I saw them there in 1985- the room was small and packed
Wonderful. Can't wait to see/hear more from the archive.
You are the best Danielle! Thanks for all you do.
One of my favorite Bass players 👍
Woo! Please release all those recordings (or tell me how to buy em)! That's gold in your hands right there!
Rick & Szredney V !! Harpist & backing vocalist. I taped Rick & Szredney from the SDBRD at The Birchmere mid-'80s & I was the only one that was in the board. A beautiful version of a Lionel Richie tune 'My Love' or 'Everytime'- & w/Szredney V- excellent Harp+background vocals to get that 'High, Lonesome sound'. A decade later-Stephen Talkhouse Miami about '93(±) after a brush w/the Japanese court... We hung out for about 3 hours before that show & an hour or so after that one. As before in Alexandria, VA at The Birchmere '80s one he was just the sweetest, hospitable Gent."Ah, you're still here, eh?" was how he'd opened the 2nd set I taped from that SDBRD & it ended w/a 'chorus line'-type of strolling off the stage as they sang out 'Blaze Of Glo-ry'(Let's go out)'🎼 Such a great Gent. RIP. Be in touch? (Long Black Veil, btw)
Oh keep it coming. Thank you for rescuing all this material. It is important.
Hard to explain but I feel like I was supposed to meet Rick Danko and I mourn not getting the chance. Someday I will go and pay my respects. His music and his voice really speaks to me.
Rick Danko was and always will be a musicians musician. Pure genius. You know what was also genius? The soundtrack Rick did for Nelvana's "Take My Up To The Ballgame". It's the best rock and roll cartoon music you've ever heard!
Danielle, your great and so cool, shame the trolls are permitted to comment here such a shame, at least you knew ricky unlike everyone in the comments, great respect and a treasure trove to ‘the band’ followers and ricky’s fans keep up the great work best of love ❤
Sorry, but is this his wife? I don't think so, but who is she? Thanks.
btw, I smoked up with him on 2 occasions, ha. He was awesome.
Love the sound of the cat purring to Rick's singing.
A MENTOR TO THIS DAY RICK ALWAYS IN MY HEART
So wonderful to hear that little clip of him singing Long Black Veil.
What is the deal with this? There are folks that would love to hear these things.
Working on it, Billy Dub. Its a long, slow process. Stay tuned...
He was so good.
Imagine a crazy cat lady dropping F-bombs going through your shit after you're dead...... lol
Seriously?
I’m very sentimental about the Band. As a bass player I’ve always wondered what happened to the Gibson bass he played on in the last waltz? Where’d it end up?
You have some treasures.
When can we see some releases from the Danko family?
so cool, I manage an archive of photography, I appreciate the effort
What happened to the archive? All I get is a blank screen.
So, do you have the performance of Rick and Garth with Robbie Robertson at the Horseshoe in the early 90s?
A great guy. I knew him well. Why wouldn't you give his daughter pictures and important papers?
She wasn't there to sift through all of it, she never asked me for it and she probably would have thrown it out because it wouldn't have meant anything to her. They weren't very close, and as someone who "knew him well" you would have known that.
Awesome Just Great!
saw the band at the backyard in austin texas in 96 0r 97 beautiful
digitize the vids n music...please
He surely could sing pain.............
God bless
Elizabet cooked us up some great pork chops. She just crumbled after it was all over.
Elizabeth cooked? LOL
can't find an album anywhere?
Thanks Danielle
Have you talked with Grace Seldner ? She is in Ca.
No. Why would I do that? I don't think I ever met her.
@@def717 Dankos first wife. I've met her, and she is a very interesting woman. Incite
Who is this woman?
ME!
@@def717 are you related on the moms side or ricks? glad you saved this stuff...
❤
Why was Elizabeth in a senior center?
Affordable housing.
@@def717 Great to see you here still taking names and kicking ass! You rock Danielle, as did your Uncle Rick with his musical brothers. Hope you and yours are keeping well, from Ireland.
give all the music to aaron hurwitz.
Seriously? Why?
@@def717 he handled a lot for the band and maybe the tapes can make $ for heirs.
Like your project but keep down the foul language.
She has a wedding ring on. What a foul swearing mouth this woman has. Don’t know to do with all the stuff? Contact Paul McCartney, he may have some suggestions. Paul came up with the Anthology set of the Beatles. Later, Yoko Ono did not know what to do with John Lennon’s home recording demos. She wisely, turned them over to Paul, who came up with the Home Recordings cd’s. Contact Paul, he might be able to help you.
Thomas Pick I’m not certain what the wedding ring and the swearing have to do with anything. Funny, since you bring up Lennon...who made the swearing on this video look like a Sunday School lesson in comparison.
All that I know of Danielle is that she’s incredibly generous for allowing access to what had been Rick and Elizabeth’s private collection. Oh, and she runs a top notch Facebook page for Danko fans as well.
Thank you, Danielle, for keeping the Danko flame burning. Yes, that’s a Makes No Difference ref.
Thomas Pick As for the “giving it to McCartney” idea...
I love both The Beatles and The Band. However, while Free As A Bird was decent, Real Love was a bit of a stretch sound-wise. I remember a Time magazine cartoon that showed Paul, George, and Ringo playing alongside John’s telephone answering machine while the greeting message played. It was the perfect comment on the sound quality of Real Love (and, btw, I love the song).
Some things should be left alone. Real Love was one.
Listen asshole, I wear Elizabeth's wedding ring. I was the maid of honor at their wedding. I highly doubt Paul would want to deal with Rick's stuff, but if you have a better idea, please feel free to contact me!
@@def717 Maude Hudson? Aaron H? Did Sally grossman start an archive? I hear Rick play in 93? at Mc Cabes, to about 18 people.
what the fuck are you rambling on about? did you forget to take your pills before you posted. she should just block your ass
Very classy lady. Not.
I suppose you are classy then yea, I think otherwise, she’s got more class than you have and will ever have!.
why didnt she leave his stuff to his daughter by his first wife. did he ever have a picture with his son levi? what drew him to elizabeth, he was way too goodlookin for her
Elizabeth Loved him...He loved Elizabeth....Looks have nothing to do with Love!
First of all, Kim, it was "labeled as junk." Second of all, who the fuck is levi? And third of all, how dare you insult my aunt! Pack a fucking lunch.
Elizabeth was really pretty!
def717 Bravo, Danielle.
REAL fans of Danko know what his kid’s names are, and REAL fans know that Elizabeth was exceptionally pretty...as if looks are the ultimate factor in a marriage anyway.
Did I mention that Elizabeth was exceptionally pretty?
The photos I've seen of Elizabeth and Rick, they look really happy together. I personally think she was gorgeous when she was young.