Eddie Raven - Island

[@frankstanley1388]

Back in the 80s, went to see a Hank Williams Jr. concert in which Eddie Raven was the first act. His performance was fantastic.

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@frankstanley1388 I'm glad you had that experience. I am from Sr.'s generation, and wept when he died (I was 12), so I never cared for Jr.'s music after he began doing his own thing. However, he has a richer and more substantive voice than his father, and can touch me like he did when he wants to do it. For example, "Eleven Roses" and the song he sang in the 2014 movie "Cut Bank," titled Cut Bank Montana. He did not write that one, but no one else could perform it as dramatically as he. Terrible ending, but awesome presentation.

[@shanemeadows4241]

Had the distinct pleasure of meeting Eddy way back in 94 at a Fan Fair in Nashville. What a great individual he is. He signed a couple of items for me and we talked for a bit. He was personable and engaging in our conversation. I have always koved his music. Terrific artist an even more of a great individual.

[@shawnlewis1918]

When I was 18 & 19 back in 1989 I worked in a bar called Cowboy City in Azle, TX. It was a bar that was fairly descent in size and had 3 bar stations and a stage, I bounced back and forth between DJ and mostly barback and I remember we had a lot of great acts that played at that place, Keith Whitley, Bellamy Brothers, Gary Stewart, John Anderson, Moe Stampley..etc we also had Eddy Raven play there and what is SO DAMN frustrating for me now is that I took ALL of those guys for granted, I liked their music but I had no idea at the greatness they were, I just looked at them back then like another band. The only one I did recognize as greatness was the Bellamy Brothers, I was a big fan even back then but I absolutely have grown to love Eddy Ravens music and what I would have given to be able to engage him like you did back then and appreciated him then like I do now!

[@donlasee5751]

Talked to Eddy earlier this month and we talked about thirty years ago when our band did the best we could to back him up! What a super person! I was almost floored when he called me up.

[@johndodge2404]

2015-02-17 What a beautiful song! Just saw Eddy in Tampa with 3 other "elderly" country guys. He's 70, I believe, but his voice is as good as when he was 30 (unlike Moe Bandy, Johnny Lee, and Leroy Van Dyke), and he didn't have a big paunch like those three. He didn't even have the "big hair" he sported back during most of his career. He looked BETTER than he did then. You did a great job with fixing this video up. Thanks immensely!

[@4girlsgramps]

Wow!!!! double Wow!!!! what a tremendous track by Eddy Raven. The man just blew the doors off country music during the 80's and and well into 90's. Thanks for posting this great song by Eddie. This is definitely one of my all time favorites from Eddy.

[@SidsCardShop]

Mine as well - glad I could share it! Thanks!

[@markcain9380]

I truly wish that I could have seen him in concert at least once. I'm still listening to his music to this day.

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You are welcome, Don. I'm glad you got to visit with Eddy again.

[@renger29]

Wow, another jewel from my most favorite Country singer. Thank you for posting. Sweet memories came over me and made me very emotional: It was way back in the 80es as he visit The Netherlands (Europe). I was his chauffeur and drove him, his guitar player Frank Mayers and roadmanager Scott for more than a week around, all over the country. He dedicated his current song "Operator", to me, because, like he said: --"I taught him how to use the Freeways...."

[@rpatvaughn]

You did a splendid job of painting a beautiful picture for the beautiful lyrics and melody.

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I'm glad I could make it available for you; your appreciation means so much. Being a car nut, when I think of the song, I immediately think of the early Shelby Mustang in the video. But the way he delivers the message of the song brings up memories from my past that are half a century old, along with the sadness that I will "never find that island again" - and, as you said, the video amplifies my feelings by giving me visible images to re-energize my remembered ones.

[@DM-th3po]

I know what you mean about never finding that island again...hang in there

[@don312000]

This song makes me miss a love I never had!

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@don312000 It is that powerful! In my case - I don't want to be too specific - I actually lived a version of the story. Now that I am 83 and it was a half-century ago, I must avoid dwelling on the memory because I don't know what happened to her or even if she is still alive. All I know for sure is that true love never dies. The Lord Jesus has blessed me abundantly with family, and in 3 weeks my precious wife and I will celebrate 52 years of marriage. We are humbled that we, in our retirement years, are getting to participate in the growth of our budding professional model GREAT granddaughter. I don't know if a website link will work here, but I'm giving it to you anyway, in case you want to see how beautiful she is. No boast, just fact! 🙂 www.thecampbellagency.com/portfolio/youth-fashion-print-girls/girls/1977060/willow-stirrat

[@debkeener7425]

Always loved Eddys music,he has a beautiful voice,wore out a lot of 8 tracks of his

[@webbjr37]

Great song Beautiful video,Had the pleasure of seeing Eddy in concert many years ago Chattanooga TN What a great show,

[@bethy-lou3307]

Love Eddy Raven's voice and songs. This one of my favorites. It is a beautifully sad romantic song. Video was done very well. Loved the translucent picture background and the audio is incredible. Thank you for your time and effort you put into this. Great job. New subscriber. Going straight to my playlist. Thanks again! : )

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Beth D: Thank you! Your acknowledgment means so much.

[@jaredclawson1813]

This song came out while I was still in high school, fell in love with it immediately. So, when it came time to give the band a name, it was a no brainer to use "Southern Cross." Love the Stephen Stills tune as well. Should have seen Mr. Ravens raised eyebrow reaction when I asked him to sign a poster for the guys in Southern Cross. That was many years ago at the Caravan East in Albuquerque, went on to attend many of his shows, some of the best

[@barbaracassello4818]

I could listen to this song allday!!!!!!

[@DaveWollenberg]

Born Edward Garvin Futch. Eddy hit #10 in Billboard, 7-7-90. ACC's #99 song of the '90 survey year. God bless you, for postin' it. Thanx! Have a blessed Christmas!

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Thanks, Dave. Same to you and yours!

[@rpatvaughn]

I have always liked Eddy Raven, and of all his songs, "Island" is my favorite. You did a marvelous job reconstructing the video. It definitely captures the haunting pictures of his past.

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Pat Vaughn: Thanks, Pat!

[@willyisapain9518]

Great recording of a great song. Thanks

[@glenmcgregor3366]

A great video on a great song. When you love your work it shows. I know Eddy would love this presentation of one of his favorite songs. Keep it up.

[@SidsCardShop]

Thanks!

[@rositachadronet6187]

I volunteer to go with you in search of that island! As for the mustang reference, I am nuts for them, myself and had a 66 and a 76 Cobra, Mustang 2. Love you Eddy Raven! 🌹 rosita

[@brendakrieger7000]

Excellent

[@cacjy6b]

You did a great job on this video. Keep up the good work.

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+cacjy6b Thank you so much.

[@charlesmarshall2697]

I really love this song.

[@barbaracassello4818]

This is so beautiful!!!

[@johnkirby1495]

Beautiful love song.Puts me back in Hawiai.

[@jergensroberdeaux2955]

Fabulous song. I didn't really remember it. He'll be at the Stagecoach Ballroom in Fort Worth, TX in January, 2014.

[@markperry762]

Real country music.

[@emiliovaqueromartin1656]

Hawai seashores paradise. Song very good voice Eddy Raven. For me 10 voices in country music. I LOVE I GOT MEXICO 1 number one in 1984

[@emiliovaqueromartin1656]

Maravillosa cancion que yo escuchaba en videos CMT 90.s

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Emilio: Me complace ayudarte a disfrutarlo de nuevo.

[@gypsysteve3576]

Nice to LineDance to. Simple dance by Jan Wyllie. Thanks for the Music.

[@tubbers20]

Back when I was truly in love.

[@Lonewolf78100]

The Man!

[@pirihariddell9280]

This was my husbands favourite line dance Silk& Satin beautiful memories

[@donlasee5751]

Thank You for reply, some people don't even acknowledge!

[@GarySUPERTRAMPER]

Nice song

[@TeamTaylor1114]

Producers: “How dramatic do you want to be in this video?” Eddie Raven: “Yes.”

[@nadinesnow4639]

Burned the needle all the way thru the vinyl.. if I could have written a song, it would have been this one.

[@marciacooksey8884]

WHY DONT THEY PLAY RAVENS SONGS EVERYWHERE. THEY WERE EXCELLENT.

[@SuzieQz1962]

did good!

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@hermitcrab8518 Thanks for the encouragement!

[@wjfox100]

Please if this song could be played as karaoke it would be great. Thanks

[@kennedy9600]

i love you

[@maryfries2147]

Eddie is a much better singer than hank jr.