Steve's Place
Responses to Jimmy's Interview
I recieved
a number of responses for posting the interview and I wanted to share
them with the people who visit here. To me, it is just another little
glimpse into the fans who enjoy the music and carry a deep respect for
the people who brought this 'special' music we enjoy.......Steve
Sadly, seven months after I posted the interview Jimmy passed away.
He will always be remembered.
"Just finished reading the Dewar interview. I am speechless, and
so grateful to have heard from this great guy. Although his words were
few, this is a monumental milestone and so many of my unspoken questions
about Jimmy and his condition were answered."
"Thanks for this incredible glimpse inside the world of Jim Dewar.
It really helps to better understand that Jimmy is living out his life,
albeit with some physical challenges, and not some paralyzed state.
Until now, most of the information we had about Jimmy was that he had had
a stroke."
"It seems somewhat ironic doesn't it, that kinda 20 years after
the event that Jimmy should receive fan mail ".
" Dewar was quite simply the sweetest voice in Rock and Roll.
We all love him still.
"With a tear in my eye I just wanted to say a big thank you."
"I am most moved by this interview. I feel really bad for Jimmy
in his condition, but the fact that you were able to get as much from him
as you did alleviates that feeling."
"Thank you once again for pursuing this specific interview, especially
in light of the circumstances."
"So good to read current comments from James!"
"Thanks a million for doing this and also the great timing! Happy
birthday Jimmy!"
" I can't help but feel that it would be very uplifting to someone
like Jimmy to know that there are so many people out there that truly care
about him and how he is doing. I know it made me feel better to read
that he can communicate and he does get around, even on a limited basis.
I think about him daily and his condition saddens me, but just finding
out that he is not a total vegetable (like I thought before getting the
truth) lightens my heart. I will continue to pray for him as I know
everyone else will. He is a living, breathing legend
and always will be."
" After first reading about Jimmy's condition in 1995, in the linear
notes of the King Biscuit Trower disc, I was surprised to say the
least. The facts about his condition were somewhat vague. Your interview
brought some clarity about his situation. The bottom line is....
Trower fans have not forgotten about Mr. Dewar. His musical legacy
inspires to this day."
" I rarely reply to things, content to be quietly reading on the
site, but this really stirred me up."
". It most likely stimulated his mind and lifted his spirits and
that's medicine you can't buy. The response you are getting is proof enough
that people are interested and really care to know how he is doing. So
you should feel good that you did a good thing for Jimmy and for his fans
out there which are many."
"it is nice to know that he is alive and doing alright!"
" Thanks Steve for posting this interview. I believe it was done
in good taste. Every post regarding Jimmy is on the positive side
and everybody is pulling for him.
" I thought the interview was carried out with dignity and respect.
I was filled with joy to find out that he was as responsive as he was and
could enjoy his memories to some extent."
"I am a trower power member and I praise Steves gallant effort to
give those of us, who care a little bit deeper than just for the music,
the glory, or of being Robins friends. I feel that for a man who had a
stroke, the way the interview was conducted and the amount of time, care
and sensitivity that was put into it. It was not only tastefull, but it
gave me a sense, even if ,just for a moment, that I knew Jimmy and
I could see him for who he is, not just for who he was. He still has a
working mind inside him, he's a living, breathing human being that gave
the world what most of the population dream of, and only a few have the
luxury to taste.........."
" Just got back from your 'place'
after reading your interview with Jimmy. Like Ray said, it brought a tear
to my eye. It's a sad story, but life's full of sad stories, that doesn't
mean we have to forget about him. Any true fan, I'm sure, has been concerned
lately over Jimmy's health, but after reading this, while still saddened,
I at least feel a bit more reassured that he's getting by alright, and
getting the care he needs.I thought your interview was carried out with
dignity and respect and an obvious love for the man, JAMES DEWAR .
" I read and hung on to every word of that interview.
Not soley for the just the content, but the feeling that I got from it.
It took alot of love for a persons work to go through all that, just to
bring a thirsty world up to speed."
" Like you, my heart is lightened considerably knowing that Jimmy
isn't a comatose vegetable somewhere. Thanks to Steve for pursuing this
interview."
" I felt that Jimmy, himself, didn't have a whole lot to say during
the interview (due to his condition) but I thought you prefaced the interview
with sufficient information for us fans to understand this. As I mentioned
previously, I was deeply heartened to learn more about Jimmy's condition
and that he is being cared for by family and friends. It was clear to me
that Jimmy would love nothing more than for more friends and fans to reach
out to him. That has been made possible now that you have published his
mailing address and made an effort to reach out to Jimmy through this interview.
Jimmy has been living with this affliction for
14 years, and will probably have to continue living with it for the remainder
of his life. That, in itself, is sad. But we are not here to wallow in
sadness, but to celebrate the musical gift that James Dewar presented us
primarily through his performances with Robin Trower. As you mentioned,
Jimmy WAS the voice of Robin Trower for many years, both vocally and in
songwriting. For those fans who choose to do so, it is important for them
to be able to communicate that appreciation to Jimmy who so richly deserves
it.
I encourage you to continue to document the life
and times of the creator(s) of this music that has so touched all of our
lives over the years."
" something that really touched my life in a special way yesterday
- the interview with Jimmy.
Steve, thank you again, I'm behind your work as always, I very much
appreciate you. The interview with Jimmy is simply a treasure and was very
welcomed by myself and my wife.
I felt the interview was conducted with a great amount of
respect and dignity and was probably a very much needed blessing for Jimmy.
. His voice is a special part of so many of our lives. God bless you all,
Steve,
Loved the Dewar Interview. Have been waiting for years to hear about
Jimmy. I thought it was done very
tastefully. I would love to help in anyway to get him the recognition
he deserves. Just can't believe his voice, oh I'll forget about it for
a while, then play an old Trower cut and it still moves me. I haven't really
heard Robin speak much on his feelings about Jimmy. I mean just a little
here & there but nothing to give any real insight on his feelings.
Maybe I've missed it . But once again my hat is off to you. Some of the
most interesting Rock & Roll History ever written. Good Job. Can you
do more?
I am sure that you have enough quotes already on the page where
you posted comments re the Dewar interview. Still I wanted to drop you
a note to say how much it meant to me to know that James is alive and able
to function to a substantial degree, still has some of his old personality
and memories etc. I had read numerous other sites where different things
were mentioned but in every case one was left without any knowledge of
his current condition beyond that he usually lives in an institution. One
could have easily concluded he was totally out of it. I'm very pleased
to know he's still with us. We lose so many people who link us to the things
we love; it is so good to know James is still here. Your article handled
his situation completely in a classy and dignified way.
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