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19th April, 2008
Where to begin, oh, where to begin...
I suppose the best place to start is at the top of the year. Even though I sent out an Easter greeting, I have been quite absent on the newsletter-front during the first quarter of 2008. (Is it really almost May?!) So, I believe it’s time to update you all on everything that has been going on in my life and career.
The main reason that I’ve been pretty MIA is because during the first week of January, I tied the knot with my beautiful fiancé. We were fortunate enough to spend much of December enjoying the festive winter-vibe that is so special to this city. As many of you know, New York turns into something very precious during the holiday season. Not only is Rockefeller Center jammed with tourist and locals alike-- trying to get a view of the year’s colossal Christmas tree, but twinkle-lights don apartment windows and bistro awnings all the way down the island. There really is a shift that takes place in people’s hearts here from the moment the Macy’s Day Parade trudges down 5th Avenue. Many of you have visited New York City, but if you haven’t visited during the Christmas season, you really must make a point to do so at some time in your life. Try to come with family or someone you’re in love with. This place is too special in December to experience on your own.
On New Year’s Eve, Aspen (--my new bride) and I boarded a flight to Albuquerque, New Mexico to spend the new year with my family and to get ready for the wedding. We chose to have a very intimate and low-key ceremony in my parents’ home. It was important to us both to keep it small, and having only our immediate family members in attendance gave us a day that truly couldn’t have been more memorable and precious. Aspen looked absolutely stunning and we were able to experience the day without worrying over centerpieces, bridesmaids’ flowers or seating arrangements. We literally had the ceremony right in my parents’ living room-- family seated comfortably on couches and chairs around the room. After the service, it was a brief time of pictures and then off to a brilliant evening of wining and dining. I think Aspen and I are still a bit dumbfounded about how smooth the afternoon and evening went. We are left with very special memories that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. After the time we spent in New Mexico, and a brief honeymoon in Napa, we returned to New York.
I suppose the best place to start is at the top of the year. Even though I sent out an Easter greeting, I have been quite absent on the newsletter-front during the first quarter of 2008. (Is it really almost May?!) So, I believe it’s time to update you all on everything that has been going on in my life and career.
The main reason that I’ve been pretty MIA is because during the first week of January, I tied the knot with my beautiful fiancé. We were fortunate enough to spend much of December enjoying the festive winter-vibe that is so special to this city. As many of you know, New York turns into something very precious during the holiday season. Not only is Rockefeller Center jammed with tourist and locals alike-- trying to get a view of the year’s colossal Christmas tree, but twinkle-lights don apartment windows and bistro awnings all the way down the island. There really is a shift that takes place in people’s hearts here from the moment the Macy’s Day Parade trudges down 5th Avenue. Many of you have visited New York City, but if you haven’t visited during the Christmas season, you really must make a point to do so at some time in your life. Try to come with family or someone you’re in love with. This place is too special in December to experience on your own.On New Year’s Eve, Aspen (--my new bride) and I boarded a flight to Albuquerque, New Mexico to spend the new year with my family and to get ready for the wedding. We chose to have a very intimate and low-key ceremony in my parents’ home. It was important to us both to keep it small, and having only our immediate family members in attendance gave us a day that truly couldn’t have been more memorable and precious. Aspen looked absolutely stunning and we were able to experience the day without worrying over centerpieces, bridesmaids’ flowers or seating arrangements. We literally had the ceremony right in my parents’ living room-- family seated comfortably on couches and chairs around the room. After the service, it was a brief time of pictures and then off to a brilliant evening of wining and dining. I think Aspen and I are still a bit dumbfounded about how smooth the afternoon and evening went. We are left with very special memories that will stay with us for the rest of our lives. After the time we spent in New Mexico, and a brief honeymoon in Napa, we returned to New York.
Now that we’re back, I’m writing and looking at options that will keep me singing and acting and mainly operating here in the city... I’ll, of course, keep you all updated.
In the mean time, there’s some cool stuff that I wanna mention. We’ve created a Facebook page for fans-- a place that everyone can get updates, purchase music and so on. The Facebook Fan page will be the main place to find out career updates on this fast growing social networking site ... so drop by and on the right-hand column click on “Become A Fan”. One relatively new feature on Facebook is a video blogging addition built right into the interface--very cool. So, look for periodic video blogs and such.
Jumping off the Facebook topic now to direct you all to the new TV-YouTube channel created by the official fan site - http://www.tonyvincentworld.com. You MUST see this! It's the most kickin' TV archive! Video and audio of past television / radio interviews and performances -- the whole gamut! I’ve viewed things about myself that even I didn’t remember being part of! So check it out and subscribe to this new TV-channel to receive instant email notification as more videos get uploaded!
Also, there’s a cool music-centered site that I want to draw your attention to called iLike. Many of you all already know about it, but in case you don’t, drop by th TV iLike page. iLike is like an online talent agent scoping out tunes and concert happenings from all over the world and personally makes recommendations just for you-- as per your listening/viewing history. Their by-line...“Over 20 million people use iLike to share music tastes and playlists, and to learn about new artists and concerts together.” I’ve been turned onto some very cool things that I would never have found because they are so under the radar. So, drop by the link above, sign up, and get ready to expand your music experiences.Finally I want to thank all the fans who sent in personal fan pics to be put up on the TV-MySpace site (click here and scroll down to view the slideshow on the right-hand side). Drop by the site and check out how my hair has morphed from year to year! (I’m surprised I still have any left after what I’ve put it through!) Pictures are still being accepted in case you’d like be included in the page’s MySpace.com slideshow.
Thanks to the many who have sent notes, emails and texts of encouragement-- as some of you already knew about the nuptials prior to this newsletter. They were truly a blessing to us both.
Until next time--always,
Tony Vincent
27th November, 2007
Post-Thanksgiving Thanks 2007
Hello and hello ~
Instead of writing a preemptive Thanksgiving-day greeting, I decided to instead write a post-Thanksgiving newsletter. I hope that everyone had a really special and blessed day of thanks this past Thursday and that all bellies were satisfied and hearts remain full. If you reside outside the states, I hope that this message finds you all well and gearing up for the Christmas season!
I'm excited to be writing to you all for a couple reasons...
First off, it's official that all Tony Vincent records can be purchased now thru iTunes! Love Falling Down, Tony Vincent, One Deed and A Better Way can now be downloaded online beginning today, November 27th. This is a great thing because as there’s no way to reprint these projects once the hard copies are gone (which they almost are), they’re gone for good! You can get them from iTunes by clicking on the albums below or by doing a search via the search box of your iTunes application. Of course the physical records can still be purchased while stocks last thru CDbaby.com. (Can we say stocking stuffers??)
Instead of writing a preemptive Thanksgiving-day greeting, I decided to instead write a post-Thanksgiving newsletter. I hope that everyone had a really special and blessed day of thanks this past Thursday and that all bellies were satisfied and hearts remain full. If you reside outside the states, I hope that this message finds you all well and gearing up for the Christmas season!
I'm excited to be writing to you all for a couple reasons...
First off, it's official that all Tony Vincent records can be purchased now thru iTunes! Love Falling Down, Tony Vincent, One Deed and A Better Way can now be downloaded online beginning today, November 27th. This is a great thing because as there’s no way to reprint these projects once the hard copies are gone (which they almost are), they’re gone for good! You can get them from iTunes by clicking on the albums below or by doing a search via the search box of your iTunes application. Of course the physical records can still be purchased while stocks last thru CDbaby.com. (Can we say stocking stuffers??)
Secondly, is there anyone out there who has a young sibling, niece/nephew, or knows a young child begging to learn how to play the guitar? Well, look no further than this kickin' toy by Fisher-Price called: I Can Play Guitar. Not only is this interactive guitar game a great primer for kids to learn rhythm, chord structures and theory, it will be me who will actually be the one teaching them! Yes, it's true. I, Tony Vincent, am the voice of "I Can Play Guitar". Last year I had the opportunity to work with Fisher-Price on this interactive-axe by being the voice that guides the young guitarist thru different environments until he or she becomes the ultimate guitar-god! They'll be ready to start shreddin' by simply plugging the guitar into their television. No other equipment is needed! (except maybe a set of headphones for the parents)
So, with those two updates, I want to send my very best to you all and your families. This has been a very exciting year for me with the release of A Better Way-- and I can honestly say I couldn't have done it without all the encouragement you all have sent my way.
May God bless you all and keep you well during this very special time of year.
Always,
Tony Vincent