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Post by wendyc122 on Sept 19, 2006 21:39:06 GMT -5
I really don't know how he does it, but it's amazing that we all feel the same way. David Goffin said his encore of WYWH was "magical" ... that's the only word that makes any sense ...
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Post by feather on Sept 23, 2006 14:00:02 GMT -5
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Post by Rachel on May 20, 2008 8:37:03 GMT -5
 I totally get what you guys are saying. For me Marty Casey came into my life at a really crucial time in my life. Summer 2006, my Grandmother died, and I didn’t know who i was at all. I had followed the crowd for so long.... wearing what they wear, doing my hair the way they do.. I just wanted to fit in. To be like everyone else. I remember filling out a Survey my Freshman year about what music I was interested in..... I didn’t know, maybe 97.9, the most popular radio station around Columbus, OH. I had no self- identity, I hadn’t found anything I truly had a passion for, except for my horses. But even then I would be ridiculed and made fun of for riding horses. I learned that people where cruel and superficial. Then I found Rockstar……… I remember watching Marty sing I Alone, and a song that really hit home “Wish you were here” It will always and forever remind me of my grandmother. Before the show I had never heard of Radiohead, Queen, Pink Floyd, well I had heard of them. But handy dug deep and found their music. The Music Marty brought me through that show changed my life, it gave me my identity, music is who I am. I wouldn’t and couldn’t exist without it. Period. After rockstar I became a total rock music fan, oldies and new. And of coarse a Lovehammer fan. The lovehammers also opened me to live music, they were my very first….. and a huge step for me. I look back now and can’t believe how much I have accomplished thanks to Marty. I would be a completely different person. I owe LH so much for throwing me out of my comfort zone from the shy girl in the corner, to rocking front row on the Chicago streets (N. Halsted to be exact). Now im not afraid of anything, no concert is to crowded and no music is to loud. I learned that borders are for breaking, and to always be humble and gracious of everyone around you. Lend a helping hand and never judge. Marty is such a nice guy, and after meeting him at the Columbus show, and getting a big hug I now know that music is real, it can move people and change their lives….live it did me. I feel a connection to all the music I listen too (and that’s allot). From Hardcore, to Christian rock, to some Country and Techno. It all defines me somehow. “Music is the drug that heals the soul, it defines our past and influences out future.” My past didn’t have music, therefore I wasn’t living, just existing. I feel the strongest connection with The Lovehammers just because of the change, the fans, and the love that surrounds every song. I never thought I would make this far… A college student, with huge aspirations, I love to write (and am very good). I am proud to say I ride horses and listen to Marilyn Manson. And I love the city, Chicago is my favorite. I am extremely proud of who I am, and what I have done to get here. I know exactly who I am now, that’s allot for me to say. And I never want to go back to what I was. I like where I am now, I am an independent, proud, gracious person that loves my family and friends. I owe it all to that Irish rock singer. If music is supposed to influence our future than mine is looking pretty diverse with ups and downs, but I will get out of them, and see the light at the end of the tunnel. Thank you Marty.
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Post by feather on Jun 16, 2008 22:35:47 GMT -5
I have read every . . . single . . . bloody . . . post . . .on the org since I signed on about a month ago. Am i completely off my rocker? This fascination with Marty really kind of crept up on me. I liked him a lot the first time I saw him, and liked him even more the next. But somewhere along the way I actually fell in love with him . . . not the will you please come and marry me kind of love. . . but in love with who Marty was as a person and as an artist . . . with what he stood for and what he gave, and with the insane heights he reached in his performances. I loved the way he managed to get inside my soul, to all the secret places I had caged up long ago - probably because I had other things to do. Around the time I started to fall in love with him, the cage doors had already started rattling and by the time Rockstar was over, whatever had been in that cage was in full, headlong flight. I had a burning drive to do . . . something. I suddenly found energy to go after those things again that I had always been driven to do. I wanted to keep the fires burning so I went looking for The Lovehammers, found mc.org, and against my better judgement got totally and completely hooked. It's like a really good book that I just can't put down. I went looking for Marty, and in the process found all of you. What a fabulous group of people he has reached - every one of you have managed to impress me in some way or another. You are a big part of why I'm here, and the other reason is that, for what he has given me, I would probably follow this man anywhere. We've seen the blossoming of a star . . . it's going to be a wild trip and I really want to be a part of it . . . so I'm here to ride the wave. And also to say . . . Thanks Marty, for having the courage and dedication to go after your dreams . . . You said somewhere that you wanted to make this world a happier place . . . well you already have  Just a little nostalgia here from Nov. 2005....from Franny. Pls excuse me for some light editing. It seems appropriate. especially the part thanking Marty for having the courage........................ Marty - You get out there and kick some LA Guns rock 'n roll ass  I cant' even imagine how torn you were making this decision, it had to be so rough. It makes me  to know that the LH's that grew up together playing T-ball in Hickory Hills and making lots of noise  in the garage have changed. I hope the life long friendship between all of you never changes. We all know that Billy, Bobby and Dino have the creative talent to continue being sucessful musicians or in anything they want to do!!  Marty - I hope this new path continues to keep you on your creative journey. All my best to you. x pat x see you at the show!! |
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Post by breathless on Jul 2, 2008 12:55:47 GMT -5
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YOU SAID IT BETTER THAN I COULD, WELL SAID!!!!!
GO MARTY, GO
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Post by valerie on Jul 3, 2008 3:10:29 GMT -5
My father passed away in 1999 . My mother followed in 2001 . My dad spent the last year of his life wasting away . For me , every day for the last two months he spent in the hospital was like standing in front of a firing squad . I was with him when he took his last breath . I couldn't take the time to grieve because my mom was not a strong woman and she needed me .My mom only spent a week in that dull white room , then she was gone . I was with her also . I had become crippled emotionally . Didn't feel much of anything . The earth had swallowed me up and was just about to close , when ........
July 11 . My birthday. I was at a friends for supper and cake , after much coaxing . I had no intention to watch Rockstar . No replacing Michael . I couldn't even walk out the door . Funny how the universe takes the reins . It figured nothing else was working , so let's throw a total stranger her way . So I watched , and agreed with my friend to get together every week to watch . The night Marty sang With Arms Wide Open was the night the earth stopped closing .
It was a spiritual experience for me . I looked into eyes the color of dusk itself , when time is shifting from day to night . The time of day when your eyes need to focus for a second because of that shift . The time when magick , real magick is afoot . I saw him through those eyes , saw his soul . That soul wedged itself between the earth and reached it's hand for me to take , to come back among the living . I trusted that soul enough to make the decision to come back .
I looked him up on line and found out about LH and a shit load of music . My friend downloaded what she could for me . Sky Is Falling was the first one I heard . I was hooked ! The last one I listened to was Bulletholes , the acoustic version . That song , in one night , helped me to grieve and cry for the first time in six years . The song was so gentle and Marty's voice so ethereal . It was like he was right there with me . Only someone with a good soul could what was done for me . It connected me to him . I wish with all my heart to meet him .
He is such a creative entity . I love that he is not afraid to show he is human , letting us into his heart and mind . He is not afraid to make himself vulnerable that way . I love his passion , generosity ,committment , confidence , love of family-friends-fans . I love his sense of humor : the waiter was a cross between Lurch and John Stamos ! Hahaha . I admiire him for knowing who he is and what he wants . That is so appealing . I love the smile that lights up his entire face . I have the dvd and vids from youtube , so I know what a force he is onstage . You can see the energy pour from his body , through his finger tips , zapping you with it and drawing you in . His screaming has a frequency that mingles with my body's own (use of imagination required) - I don't want to be censored ! Can I say orgasmic ?
He is the most beautiful man I have come across in my life . I'm not just talking about his physical appearance . I could go on and on but I think I'll quit now .You get the picture . I will be forever grateful to this man and he didn't even know he was doing anything .I don't make friends easy , but I wish he was one . I would be honored to call Marty Casey my friend .
Love you Marty
....... Val
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Post by Itybits on Jul 3, 2008 9:11:25 GMT -5
Valerie,
You say...
"I love that he is not afraid to show he is human , letting us into his heart and mind . He is not afraid to make himself vulnerable that way . "
With this post, you have done exactly what you love about Marty. What a brave soul you are. What a beautiful post I just read this morning. I got choked up when you talked about what you were going through with the loss of your parents. I am so happy that you connected with Marty and that helped you through such difficult times. Thank you for sharing such deep feelings. I admire you for it.
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Post by feather on Jul 3, 2008 10:58:17 GMT -5
 Valerie - Good to see you again!!  I've just recently returned to the boards gone  again. Thank you so much for sharing your feelings, I had goosebumps.  So sorry about your Mum and Dad. Mine both left in 1997 within 5 months of each other. :'(I am familiar with the heartache. I LOVE, LOVE, LOVE what you just said about Marty. Oh here I go  getting all goofy again  but I have to agree with you - spiritual is the word. That's how I mostly experience Marty. I wonder if he knows how many fans connect with him on that level? Belated Happy Canada Day!!! Now it's our turn (Yanks) the 4th of July. Have a good one if you celebrate. 
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Post by starkey on Jul 3, 2008 11:28:49 GMT -5
Valerie, You say... "I love that he is not afraid to show he is human , letting us into his heart and mind . He is not afraid to make himself vulnerable that way . " With this post, you have done exactly what you love about Marty. What a brave soul you are. What a beautiful post I just read this morning. I got choked up when you talked about what you were going through with the loss of your parents. I am so happy that you connected with Marty and that helped you through such difficult times. Thank you for sharing such deep feelings. I admire you for it. To Itybits: I totally agree!! To Valerie: How beautifully you express yourself!! Your words are really moving and touch the heart  ! To Feather: Thank you too for bringing back Franny's wonderful sentiments and your encouraging sentiments about the changes. To Willev7: Cheers to the pure passion awakened or reawakened as expressed by all who have been moved by Marty Casey's awesome talent and human expression and courage to go for dreams. My hubby and I loved how Marty did WYWH-on Rockstar. We watched every week to make sure to see his performances! We looked at each other in incredible amazement as we are big Pink Floyd fans- -the depth of soul Marty expressed when he did that song touched our hearts and souls to the core and we are forever supportive fans... there are no words, (just a lump in my throat and a stirring in my heart)...for what I felt when he did that song...it ignited a passion in me too go for what one loves!!! We are heartened to know Marty has such a supportive family With much introspection and soul-searching, we have had to break away from some who are related but who tried to hold us down, control us etc. --it was hard to break free (and they still try to control us at times but it does not work any more), but well worth it. We are healthier and stronger today and closer to OUR dreams for our lives!!! After all, God gave our life to each of US, not to controlling others who have their lives and think they have rights to control someone else's life too ...!!! Magic, love for life, passion, vulnerability and COURAGE to go for dreams...(and awesome talented front man and singer!!!) ....
I TOO THANK YOU MARTY!!  XOXO StarKey (Sue) Looking forward to catching an LA Guns show in St. Paul or Iowa--OK, both would be better! |
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Post by valerie on Jul 3, 2008 13:59:57 GMT -5
OK , I didn't expect to go on a crying spree today .I appreciate the kind words so very much . I don't have anyone here at home that I can talk to about Marty , not like this . They'd never understand it and would think I was nuts . He might even think I was . Reading your replies made me cry . It's comforting to know there are people who have experienced him in the kind same or similar way .
I wish I could have gotten to my first LH show , but it was not meant to be I guess . The universe has it's plans for our Storyteller as well ! I have all the music . It takes up the most space on my MP3 . I love all the songs ,but I have my special ones : # 1 is Eyes Can't See , followed by Bulletholes , Sleeper ( my facing the unknown song ) , Clinic ( I mentioned screaming ) , Rain On The Brain ( my reality of life song ) , Morphine , Never Forget , Into The Deep End , Undertow . I never had A Band before , then I found LH . These songs speak my language .
Except for one song , I am not really familiar with LA Guns , but since Marty is writing the lyrics , and is frontman , I'm sure I'll love them . The big upside is still having the chance to hear him sing and maybe finally getting to meet him . He is a gift to us all from the gods .... and my rock .
I'm so very sorry for those who have also lost family . It is a hard thing , to see the two people we grew up thinking were invincible , slip away from us . I went down memory lane today ........
willev - I am so glad the music has had such a positive influence on you !
itybits , feather , starky - Thanks for getting it . No, it's not easy for me to share feelings this deep .
feather ... baby !! - it's so great to hear from you . My computer hasn't working for some time . I have a PDA for now . You can't do everything on it but I get to a normal computer when I can .I would love to apply to volunteer here , but I need my computer to do that .
It feels so frickin' good to be back here .
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Post by starkey on Jul 3, 2008 19:56:28 GMT -5
To Valerie and any others who may have not been able to make it to a LH show...
If at ALL possible...make plans to go and catch Marty at a show--there are lots scheduled now with LA Guns, so hopefully more can go that haven't gotten to go yet and see Marty. And it sounds like a good chance to meet him yet. I have always sensed that will not always be the case (getting to meet him as easily) as his star is rising and it will I am sure get harder and harder to meet him. My hubby and I have been to 2 shows and both were magical. It felt surreal to finally see Marty on stage after watching Rockstar every week--he looked larger than life and the energy he brought to the stage was electrifying.
We got to meet Marty at the second show--all the fans helped us to get to meet him and took our picture too. They were great and it was unforgetable to meet Marty --I so wanted to tell him in person what his music, awesome talent and positive energy meant to my life!!
We are making plans to catch a show or 2 with LA Guns too...wanted to go to the first at Green Bay (Wisconsin native here but far west-central area so it would have been a bit of a road trip) but it wasn't in the cards this time. We are planning on going to another show coming our way ... I am checking out LA Guns and finding some truly awesome guitar work in their music, so, while I do love LH and LH music, I am excited to hear LA Guns live ....looking at St. Paul or Iowa..
XOXO StarKey (Sue)
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Post by feather on Jul 11, 2008 18:46:37 GMT -5
To Valerie and any others who may have not been able to make it to a LH show...If at ALL possible...make plans to go and catch Marty at a show--there are lots scheduled now with LA Guns, so hopefully more can go that haven't gotten to go yet and see Marty. And it sounds like a good chance to meet him yet. I have always sensed that will not always be the case (getting to meet him as easily) as his star is rising and it will I am sure get harder and harder to meet him. My hubby and I have been to 2 shows and both were magical. It felt surreal to finally see Marty on stage after watching Rockstar every week--he looked larger than life and the energy he brought to the stage was electrifying.We are making plans to catch a show or 2 with LA Guns too...music, so, while I do love LH and LH music, I am excited to hear LA Guns live ....looking at St. Paul or Iowa..
XOXO StarKey (Sue) Starkey- please, please try and make the St. Paul show and pm me if you are. The last show (2006) MC did in the Twin Cities had a pathetic turn out and I didn't meet any other HH!! That is my only show so far but thinking of either IA or ND. Probably ND cause I think the LA guys might get scared there and need  and I'm familiar with the place.  |
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Post by breathless on Aug 10, 2008 13:43:34 GMT -5
I have been compelled to be here now , every day possible. Marty has started to be a real addiction and besides playing his music, watching his DVD , I still have to get my Marty fix every day. To read aabout him, look up all the new photos, etc. Wish there was a concert nearby and I would be there. I could wax poetic but I will make this short so I can go read more Marty posts. I think you all must be pretty neat people and have such good taste to be a Marty fan!!!!!!!  |
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Post by Kelly on Feb 27, 2009 12:49:35 GMT -5
Little late to this thread, but better late than never.... I've said it before, but Marty totally changed my life in 3 minutes. I Alone was my first Marty moment..and f**k. I've gone in to it before and I'll leave it in the thread where it belongs, but every day I am so grateful that that day, that show, that song, were the exact moment I tuned it. It could have been so different. It's a ridiculous concept, to say that a single song changed my life, I still think that sometimes, so I don't use the words lightly..but it's just still so insane. Wish You Were Here was the next performance I saw. I already knew I was in deep after I Alone, but it was at the end of WYWH that I just knew..this was it...this experience was something bigger me than me. This was out of my control. This was happening, and I was going along with it, good or bad. But, for the longest time I refused to acknowledge it and just ride with and let it be what it was going to be. Yeah, I brought the CDs and the DVD, checked the websites to see what was going on, where the band was at, but I didn't want to get into deep, because I would just drown in it. It was like..before Marty, it was absolute rock bottom. It was up or out, it was that simple. After Marty, things were so good....if I let it peak too early, then all it could ever do was come back down. Well, boy was I wrong!  With Marty, it just keeps getting better. I'm glad I finally let myself get sucked in....it feels pretty good. And I think it was meant to be this way. It's all unfolding exactly as it was meant to. I didn't realise how much I needed it until I had it. It all just...fits. Lovehammers songs, just loud enough, drown out the mess in my head. Lovehammers pictures cover the holes in my wall from a violent ex. The list goes on, and it's only going to get longer as time goes by. All these moments, all the little things, they build up, they snowball and if I'm not careful it gets out of control. But on the other hand it's pretty fun to watch it spiral. I Alone struck a match. All the songs..interviews..videos...hugs...message board posts...blogs...dances..fans..friends, everything since then, it's all just another drop of gasoline in the fire. This will never burn out. |
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Post by BBE on Feb 28, 2009 12:49:31 GMT -5
That is an awesome and moving post, Kelly! I totally agree about Marty's performance of "I, Alone". It hit me so hard that for a long time afterward, my hands would start to shake from the emotion of it while I was watching. |
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Post by Kelly on Mar 3, 2009 3:07:04 GMT -5
Thanks Nancy Whenever I watch I Alone again, aside from everything else, the thing that totally gets me every time, without fail, is the sheer intensity of it. You know that shiver thing he has going on when he really pushes a note? (HMBOMT is another great example of this) At some points in I Alone, you can literally see that shiver travel from head to toe as the music runs through him. His eyes are particularly expressive and just a touch haunting in this one too...it's just....argh! Usually a Marty performance is one of many things on his spectrum...sad and haunting, intense and riveting, etc. I think this one is just so damn special because it's just so many of those things all at once. That's rare. It's unforgettable..what a way to start the ride |
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