| T O P I C R E V I E W |
| marty Casey |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 08:35:52 AM
As I make my way up to the stage to give my acceptance speech, I take my time as i see the stars do at the Grammy's and really soak in the moment and wring every drop of the warm sunshine out of this cherished honor. It feels good to be remembered for an experience that I feel so very lucky to have even been a part of in the first place. What is of most interest to me is that the show made such an impact that we are all following along with our favorite Rockstars years later. This is proof that the show really was something special. I feel that. I also know that fans of any of the Rockers from either year support many of the artists from the show. Jordis fans come out and see Lovehammers when we are in Minnesota, Lukas fans go see Toby when he is in Canada. It's always strange when you put music into a competition envelope and have to judge or compare. There were 30 singers between the two years and no two were even remotely the same. There were 30 distinct personalities that strive to create and open there sheltered souls up to the world. I think fans gravitate to the person that they most understand and would want as there friend. It's not just about looks.
Music plays a really important role in everyone's lives and we are lucky to have this outlet. Let's embrace it. Keep seeing live shows, supporting your favorite bands and making friendships with the artists and the fans. The best thing that I ever got out of Rockstar was getting to watch so many great friendships become established because of a shared interest in music. There is something amazing about everyone that is here voting and supporting. You all really do care about that guy or girl you saw on TV. Many of the fans I can now call my friends. At 30 years old I never thought that I would get to completely reinvigorate my life with new friends from all over the globe. You are what keep me going thru the tough times and striving to write a record that will blow our minds.
I am so psyched to get this honor. The celebration will commence at Hammerjam on March 14th. I am so honored that I might be adding a second show that weekend (March 15th) at a different venue. Something really intimate for the fans that have been such an important part of my career. It's gonna be an absolutely crazy weekend. That I can guarantee!
And I'd like to thank the academy, whomever they are...
Marty Casey
...and know I turn to walk off stage and some pretty girl in a borrowed dress points me in the direction to walk and I can't seem to find where the curtain opening is at so I end up entangled in the curtains as they cut to commercial. My manager fishes me out of the thick velvet curtains and says "nice speech but you never thanked me you little miscreant!"
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| JDLukasRockOn |
Posted - 01/31/2008 : 05:24:17 AM
Great speech Marty!!!! It's time to come back to Toronto!!! Hint,Hint. |
| Glow |
Posted - 01/31/2008 : 04:55:24 AM
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Originally posted by cheryl
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Originally posted by Martylovertrish
Hammerheads have united to proclaim their star! Congratulations Marty!!!
Hammerheads and a lot of fans of MiG, Toby, Lukas, Ryan, Storm, Suzie, Magni, Dilana, Phil, and Zayra. This was a true vote of the all the fans of the show - which makes winning even sweeter!
Amen, lovely Cheryl. Being a fan of one doesn't mean you can't be a fan of and support another (or many others).
And congratulations, lovely Marty. That was an inspired acceptance speech. Hope to see you (finally) in March. |
| lalka |
Posted - 01/31/2008 : 01:06:21 AM
Thanks for stopping by Marty, Great acceptance speech!!!
The Ultimate ***ROCK STAR***, No doubts......::) |
| hammersister1 |
Posted - 01/31/2008 : 12:41:01 AM
Congratulations, Mr. Marty Casey, Rockstar Legend!
I am so happy for you! You deserve every bit of it (that's why I voted for you). Bravo, excellent speech! I appreciate the descriptive details of your speech...as you exit the stage I can see the velvet curtain rippling and hear the giggling/muttering amongst the audience.
I so can not wait to commence the victory at Hammerham!! I am looking so forward to going to Chicago-I love it there! What's this about being so honored that you may be adding a second show??!! Please do!! What better opportunity?! Yes, something really intimate - how incredible! It IS going to be a crazy, memorable, and exciting weekend!
So let's lift our chalice and drink from the cup of victory (I'm feeling a bit Medieval right now but I like it) Sing this little diddy as we toast your victory- " Here's to Marty he's a damn fine guy, here's to Marty he's a damn fine guy. He smells like a daisy, drives women crazy, here's to Marty he's a damn fine guy so drink chug-a-lug-lugga-lugga-drink!
Again, congratulations, amigo!!
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| sporadic |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 8:49:19 PM
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Originally posted by jomarty
Thanks Cindy for putting this together. I was very happy that fans were staying postive and not getting too snarky. I was very impressed by most of the other rockstars and appreciated their talents. I've seen some of them in person and all were great, but my heart will always belong to Marty:)
JoMarty,
Although I am probably who hassled you endlessly by email to register and vote for Marty... I am not who put this together. That would be Cheryl, the webmaster here, and all her mods. Thank you for thinking of me in such an awesome group....but it wasn't me who made this competition happen. It was the lovely people at RockBandLounge.com |
| jomarty |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 8:42:59 PM
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Originally posted by BeckyE
WOW, Marty!!
I believe you have just won yourself over another supporter/fangirl.
I read your acceptance speech (which is great, by the way), and it blows me away that someone with your talent, in your business, still has the kindness and appreciation to take the time and acknowledge his fans and their support of him in something as minor as an online competition to see who is the real Rockstar. Well, you just proved to me, that you are the REAL Rockstar!! (Sorry, JD)
Really, right now I can't get this smile off my face:: your acknowlegdement of your fans really warms my heart. But at the same time, I'm also sitting here feeling a little disappointed, because my Rockstar, could not/would not/did not do the same. Oh well, just wanted to say thanks for the pick-me-up (I laughed out loud once and almost got busted by my boss).
Edited to remove siggie. RBL is siggie-free and proud of it! - cheryl
Oops! Sorry about the siggie!
Becky - this is what many of his fans always talk about - Marty, Dino, Bob and Billy (Lovehammers) are all so genuine and very appreciative of their fans. I'm not the least bit surprised Marty came here and posted - he is never above anything. We (the fans and the band) get to know each other a bit and ya never know with them - you might just end up at breakfast with them. LOL
Marty truly is an awe inspiring singer/songwriter and his performance is always killer. He reaches everyone in the venue with an extremely passionate performance. We are all touched by his energy and he is touched by ours. It's a give and take kinda thing that is very much a mutual thing.
Thanks Cindy for putting this together. I was very happy that fans were staying postive and not getting too snarky. I was very impressed by most of the other rockstars and appreciated their talents. I've seen some of them in person and all were great, but my heart will always belong to Marty:) |
| Wildflower |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 8:38:25 PM
Congratulations, Marty! You and the Lovehammmers make great music, and I hope all your plans and dreams for the future are realized. I also hope that I can come to Chicago for Hammerfest! |
| Lauritech |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 7:27:18 PM
Glad Marty won!!! Wanted JD to win rock starINXS, but have come to love the lovehammers--I live in Gurnee, and have seen the lovehammers live 5 times. Best time at a suicide prevention benefit. Met all members of the band. Hope to see them on the weekend of March 14th. Gotta go to look up miscreant. Bye... |
| cheryl |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 6:03:46 PM
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Originally posted by Martylovertrish
Hammerheads have united to proclaim their star! Congratulations Marty!!!
Hammerheads and a lot of fans of MiG, Toby, Lukas, Ryan, Storm, Suzie, Magni, Dilana, Phil, and Zayra. This was a true vote of the all the fans of the show - which makes winning even sweeter! |
| bec1224 |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 5:34:51 PM
BRAVO MARTY!!!
See you at Hammerfest!!! |
| hammeredham |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 5:22:13 PM
Marty - to quote your own words to me sometime back........
YOU ROCK!!!!!
Very nice to see so many folks turn out for you, and a nice job on the acceptance. (the crowd applauds) Thanks for your music (and in truth, ALL of the folks from Rockstar) which has brought so many of us together. Music is a powerful force and you're a master of that power - KEEP IT UP!!!!
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| crisis |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 5:13:39 PM
wow..marty if your are checking in...thanks so much, that was a really great post/speech. Such a gracious thing to do!!
Rockstar was so much to so many of us, yes, it was very special. We all found new artists to love and new friends to share it with! And thanks to this whole competition, I heard even more music from all the artists.
cheryl....incredible job with this competition...I know it must have been a lot of work for you, but I loved every minute of it!!! You are awesome!!! |
| CrazyforINXS |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 5:04:28 PM
Congrats Marty on your win. Your fans really rallied to support you and bring home the win for you. It was so nice of you to come and post your "acceptance speech".
I saw you and the Lovehammers opening for INXS in DC and Norfolk and thought you all were really good. I will definitely check you all out in the future if you all come around this way. Congrats again. |
| rockmc |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 4:04:35 PM
Marty... you really are one of a kind.. I can't express how proud a fan I am right now!
Remember... the Hammerheads will always have your back...
Congratulations!!!
Now... I've to work and find a way to get my hands on Driving Blind I can't get that song out of my head!!!!!
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| mxcflfan |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 3:43:47 PM
Marty thanks for coming over here and giving the most amazing acceptance speech. It just shows everyone another reason why your fans love you so much. Marty Casey is my ultimate rockstar and always will be! |
| starcrossed |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 2:43:41 PM
Congratulations Marty! That was a very gracious speech indeed...LOL
I personally want to thank all the ROCKBANDLOUNGE.COM Forum members for allowing so many new faces onto this board and being so welcoming. You guys rock :) |
| palari |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 1:14:13 PM
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Originally posted by MissJay
Very cool speech Marty. Doesn't matter if its in a blog or a post or a song, you always connect with us on some level.
...yeah, Always. |
| MissJay |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 12:51:56 PM
Very cool speech Marty. Doesn't matter if its in a blog or a post or a song, you always connect with us on some level. |
| fortune2005 |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 10:48:30 AM
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Originally posted by cheryl
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Originally posted by fortune2005
Ok Cheryl where is the naked Marty avi? ::)
I think you found the closest one! Unlike your other two guys, Marty never ran around naked on camera - at least not that we know of...
Well maybe he should start lol But yes this one is close enough ::) |
| fortune2005 |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 10:36:47 AM
Ok I gotta say Marty Casey is one CLASS ACT and he and his fans proved to me he is the ULTIMATE ROCKSTAR. The Hammerheads must be really proud of their rocker right now and I am just in awe. So much so that I think I need to wear a Marty avi today in honor.
CONGRATS MARTY
You truly are a WINNER
Ok Cheryl where is the naked Marty avi? ::) |
| Webby |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 10:08:45 AM
I'm LMAO-ing over Marty's speech! Funny shit & a funny guy!
CONGRATS TO MARTY & ALL HIS FANS!!!!
And a HUGE thank you to Cheryl for setting this game up! I had a blast!!! |
| boondockbabe82 |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 09:46:19 AM
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Originally posted by tigervixxxen
I hope we all don't retreat into our corners now that this is over, although its almost natural that we do. Hopefully there can be some other community events and things that bring us all together from time to time. And please everyone, use the gigs board or do what you can to let us know when each rocker is on tour. Trust me, we will get the word out when Ryan hits the road and his album is released and I hope you all do the same.
I agree. I like all the new people I got the chance to chat with.
There is a main forum here that have many posters from diffrent boards. Its a fun time in there lol |
| NIF |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 09:42:28 AM
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Originally posted by beinghuman
Uh, yeah. About that statuette. I sort of pawned it. But don't worry, I'm sure I can get it back.
Oh, and congratulations Marty! You don't need some silly statuette to know you're a rock star! I can't wait for Hammerjam/fest/mania at HOB!
Hey, does anyone have 20 bucks so I can get the statue back?
BH, what are we going to do with you? *shakes head* :-)
*hands BH $20, plus another $10 for cab fare* |
| cancon |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 09:30:31 AM
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Originally posted by Bouffe
ETA: Oh and would you look at that - Marty was in a Bouffe sandwich! *L*
??? Marty, the other white meat? |
| Mii |
Posted - 01/30/2008 : 09:13:20 AM
Anyone who can work the word "miscreant" into a speech without sounding pedantic is tops with me! Congrats Marty!
Besides, Marty once complimented me on my fab shoes and you know thats the way to a girl's heart forever! And they WERE fab too! |
