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Jody Carver Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed~ Dodger Blue Forever |
posted 12 May 2003 05:20 AM
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For those of you who have not had the opportunity of reading Richard Smith's great book on Fender history, now is your chance. Richard and I spoke last night and he informed me that a new release of his book will be available in paper back at the end of Look for it at your favorite book store. I have read many books on Fender, but this one is the "BEST". This is the "final word" Check it out. You will love it Thanx [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 28 March 2008 at 02:40 PM.] |
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CrowBear Schmitt Member From: Ariege, - PairO'knees, - France |
posted 12 May 2003 01:12 PM
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i've got a hard cover copy of this book for those of you that want another good Bible this one's a keeper ! ------------------ |
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Rick Collins Member From: Claremont , CA USA |
posted 12 May 2003 09:38 PM
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quote:Speak to me again Jody.  The only book I have on Fender is "Fender, The Inside Story" by Forrest White. Is Richard Smith's book subtantually better than this one? And what is the full title of R. Smith's book? Rick [This message was edited by Rick Collins on 12 May 2003 at 09:40 PM.] |
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Jody Carver Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed~ Dodger Blue Forever |
posted 14 May 2003 01:52 PM
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Rick Forrest White's book was OK..there were overtones of personal conflict with partners at Music Man Im sorry to say. Forrest and myself were good friends and have been throughout the years at Fender. I failed to comply with his wishes of what he referred to as "telling it as it is" and he was upset with the manner Music Man was being directed. His only way of satisfaction was to omit me from his book for my refusing to quote things that were uncalled for and to quote me in his upcoming book he was writing.. However at the end he called and apologized for his actions. I did what I felt was right,I didnt want to bite the hand that was feeding me. I didnt see any point in bringing personal feelings into something such as he wrote. Forrest was admired by many musicians as he treated them fair and square. He did me as well. I didnt want to be a part of a situation that I had no control over. The dispute lead to Leo Fender's decision to God Bless the man,I miss him. He passed away a few days later, but not before he cleared the air.. I hold no grudge against Forrest and have the utmost respect for him. He just acted prematurely. Richards book is titled "Fender The Sound Heard Round The World" and is the best ever written about Fender,,check it out. I know you will love it...To date It's the BEST and I'm positive there will be no equal to this You asked me a question and I answered it honestly. I dont pull any punches. Many times in this lifetime people say things they are sorry for later. I didnt want to be one of those kind of people. Thanks Rick. edited for spelling..Music Man was a great company with potential,I'm sorry that it went [This message was edited by Jody Carver on 14 May 2003 at 07:02 PM.] |
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CrowBear Schmitt Member From: Ariege, - PairO'knees, - France |
posted 15 May 2003 12:50 AM
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Fender/The Sound Heard 'Round the World by Richard R Smith Garfish Publishing Company PO Box 5872 / Fullerton Calif. 92635 Copyright 1995 ISBN 0-9648612-7-5 Library of Congress Catalog # 95-094998 Exclusive Distributors Music Sales Corp. 257 Park ave.South New York NY 10010 perhaps the hard cover edition is out of print, so look around the used book stores Get this one, it's really worth it |
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Andy Volk Member From: Boston, MA |
posted 15 May 2003 03:08 AM
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Let me add my kudos. This is hands down the best book available on Fender. Pehaps surprisingly, a significant amount of space is devoted to Fender's non-pedal steels with great photos of instruments and marketing literature -including Jody Carver . It shows up on Alibris.com used in hardcover from time to time. If you see it - grab it. Forrest White's book is interesting but doesn't compare to Smith's in scope and objectivity. |
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Colin Keyworth Member From: Derbyshire, England |
posted 15 May 2003 06:19 AM
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Jody,this is a brilliant book,i am lucky to have the hard back copy.Believe it or not this is the first place i ever heard of you.Hope all is well,kind regards ------------------ |
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Jody Carver Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed~ Dodger Blue Forever |
posted 15 May 2003 12:16 PM
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Thay say that "one good turn deserves most of the blanket"  I am waiting for a new book that is on the If it is anything of what I know it will be,I would say, Andy has a "WINNER". I want an autographed copy as well. One good turn deserves another..Andy deserves Its worth the wait. Coming soon. Be well my friend and Good Luck. Jody |
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Carl West Member From: La Habra, CA, USA |
posted 15 May 2003 01:24 PM
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Jody, Your right about Forrest. He did treat musicians right. I had great respect for him. I'm greatful to have known both Leo and Forrest. Carl West |
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Andy Volk Member From: Boston, MA |
posted 15 May 2003 05:12 PM
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You're very kind, Jody - and not just to bears. |
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Jody Carver Member From: The Knight Of Fender Tweed~ Dodger Blue Forever |
posted 16 May 2003 06:31 AM
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Andy I have been taught to be kind to my Elders |
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Gene Jones Member From: Oklahoma City, OK USA |
posted 16 May 2003 08:23 AM
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I have a copy of "Fender,The Inside Story", and it is incomplete because it omits an Icon of the Fender Electric Instrument Company, JODY CARVER. I am anticipating having a copy of "Fender, The Sound Heard Around the World". I hope that Jody receives the recognition in this book that he deserves. Gene |
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