Reader's Questions
I get a good few questions here at the blog. Many are the same questions from many people so I have compiled a list of the most frequent asked questions and I try to answer best as I can. If any readers out there can answer - please use comments section below. Thanks.
-John
Q: Do you know what happened to the rest of the great Van Morrison remaster series?
It seems like the rest of the announced stuff (CDs) will not be released in the near future.
Maybe you know something about it.
Thanks also for your great site & best wishes.
It seems like the rest of the announced stuff (CDs) will not be released in the near future.
Maybe you know something about it.
Thanks also for your great site & best wishes.
-Frank L. (Germany)
A: It seems when Van left his last record label, the re-issues were discontinued. It doesn't appear that Van is currently with any record label as of today so it may be awhile before we see them.
Q: Do you have contact details for Van's booking agency?
-Peter R. (Durban, South Africa)
A: No - I have no contact with Van's management or booking agency nor do i know how to get in contact with them.
Q: As an avid Van Morrison fan, I was wondering whether there is any new music in the offing currently, whether there is a new Van Morrison CD being made, organized, or even planned.
Wondering if you have any insights?
Wondering if you have any insights?
-Gavin T. (Australia)
A: I have not heard anything about a new album release from Van. I also do not know if he's recording or not.
Q: Where can I find a list of Van's future concerts?
-CJ
A: When I hear of concert dates and can confirm them - I post them on this blog as soon as possible. Only other suggestion is to sign up for email alerts from Ticketmaster for Van gigs.
Q: I live in Wellington New Zealand and I’ve been a fan of Van Morrison’s music since the days of “Them”
It would be great to know if Van has ever toured in New Zealand?
The DVD version of Astral Weeks live has never been available in New Zealand (we’re zoned 4) and I wonder why this DVD has never been released here in New Zealand.
What has been available in New Zealand to purchase I have (cd’s, video and vinyl).
Cheers,
-Russell F (Wellington, New Zealand)
A: To the best of my knowledge, I do not think Van has ever toured New Zealand. If any readers know - please comment.
The Astral Weeks Live At The Hollywood Bowl DVD has been discontinued and is not available for sale anymore. I'm not sure what is available in New Zealand in terms of CDs and DVDs. Does any reader from there know?
Q: I am looking for a site or database which would have the setlist for the Feb. 20, 1979 concert in Belfast?
I've searched and searched with no luck. Can you offer any help?
-Stuart S.
A: Try setlist.com
Q: Is there a version of Coney island (live ?) where Van goes straight in to have i told you lately that i love you.
I heard from a friend they played it on an Irish radio station a while back. If so what cd does it come from?
A: Never heard of such a recording. I do not think it exists.
I heard from a friend they played it on an Irish radio station a while back. If so what cd does it come from?
-Derek T. (Ireland)
A: Never heard of such a recording. I do not think it exists.
Q: Wonder if you can help me locate a song Van recorded some years back which featured a trombone backing 'chorus'. I'd be very happy if you could point me to it.
-Malc S.
A: Not sure which song you heard. Does anyone know?
