Name: John A. Gillis, Jr.

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Hello Bye ! It has been 17 years away from New Waterford and playing with The Echoes. (Is Win selling Insurance to people he can’t cut hair for, anymore) ? I am living in Oshawa and work as a Body Guard. The next trip far away can I come to add the extra protection, pour drinks etc……. If so, I am working on my Lords Prayer in French for Yogi! My Dad John A. says you all are sounding great ! This was after the xmas hearing aid batteries. All the best, Marshall keep in your teeth at the barn dart nights ! JG

Name: Bill Riley

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Hi. To all you fantastic singers and ambassadors of mining people. A special thanks to Jerry for sending me the CDs. Diamonds in the Rough and Coal Fire in Winter. I’ve only had them for 2 days but the way I’m going they will soon be worn out. The words and music mean so much to miners and portray a true reflection of the conditions we worked in. As an ex-miner ( English ) I feel proud of all your great achievements. Miners have always had so much to offer to their communities. Bless you all, Bill.

Name: Shelley and Michael Locke & girls

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Greetings from Manitoba. Thanks for the great concert in Brandon. We had a blast. The highlight was definitely when Uncle Gerald, Nipper, Mickey and Billy came out to the base and later to our house. We now know all the words to Northwest Passage so when you come back in April, we can join in!! The soldiers at the mess really enjoyed the entertainment, too! And Bill, Jillian (our youngest daughter) just thought the world of you and talks about you a lot!! Take care and see you in Killarney in April.

Name: Cheryl Hensen (nee Michalsky)

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Hi guys! I was pleasantly surprised to find this web site. We just got the internet two days ago and I couldn’t wait to see if I could find something like this. A big “Hi” to John and Nipper from us and mom (Margie). Nipper, I heard your duet with Rita (“Immigrant Eyes”) and it brought tears to my eyes. Keep up the great job guys. You do us proud!!! Love Cheryl

Name: Dennis Michaud

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Men of the Deeps is a fabulous group. We caught them this past summer at the Museum. For the rest of our drive tour of Nova Scotia, cars passing us got to here favorites like “Dust in the air..all through the mine..” Have you ever thought of doing a tour in the US. I know that interest in New England, especially around Boston, would be very high among union/labor groups local and regional. They would probably cover most of the costs and them some. Any chance? Thanks. Dennis Michaud Boston, Mass.

Name: Peter & Laura Sutherland

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Attended your show in Kamloops, really enjoyed it and the talk with all members before the show and during intermission. Thank you for a really great show.

Name: Timothy Lawrence Fadden

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I really enjoyed the concert in Edmonton last night. The concert was the first concert of the Men of the Deeps that I have evr gone to.

Name: Gorden Hannem

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Hi just a note to let you know we saw you guys at the concert hall here in winnipeg with Rita it was a very moving concert. both my wife and her friend had tears in thier eyes durning most of your songs, we were siting in the front row had a nice chat with many of you after the show hope you make it back to manitoba real soon

Name: Cecil Williamson

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Born in Cape Breton but living in exile in B.C. See you in Edmonton in a month!

Name: Dave Watts

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Hello to all the guys… I have been trying to get some information about the upcoming concert to celebrate 35 years. To date I have not been successful. It looks like you have a very full schedule for the next couple of months…..happy trails to all of you. If there is any info available on the concert which I understand is to be November 4 please let me know as I would like to attend and need to make make travel arrangements etc. Thanks and good luck in all your endeavours. Dave Watts

Name: Robert Just

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Hello from a born-and-bred Nova scotian living in toronto! I had the distinct privilege of seeing the Men of the deeps in concert in 1989. that year I was given a copy of their original songbook for christmas and had it transcribed into braille for my personal use. there are so many great entries it is almost impossible to choose specific favourites. the book contains the words and music for the guitar. a friend of mine who used to come to the CNIB to serve tea would often ask me to sing a particular song the Men of the deeps recorded and which is also an entry in the songbook. It is “the Omen” and is a beautiful song based on a true story. there are only two verses recorded on tape, but all five verses appear in the book and I have memorized it. thanks for a great page. recently I was given the latest CD, “coal fire in winter”, which is also a fine collection. By any chance, does anyone know who recites that lovely poem “Who are They”, which is the second last cut on the disk?

Name: KIMBERLY DAVIS MICHAELSON

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HI MY NAME IS KIMBERLY DAVIS MICHAELSON I LIVE IN STRATFORD, CT U.S.A. I CAME TO CANADA, FOR DAVIS DAY JUNE 11,2000. BILL DAVIS WAS MY GREAT-GRANDFATHER. THE MEN OF THE DEEP SANG AT THE CHURCH AND AT THE MEMORIAL FOLLOWING. MY SON WHO IS 5 WILL NEVER FORGOT HOW NICE THE MAN OF THE DEEP WERE TO HIM .THEY MADE A SPECIAL DAY TEN TIMES MORE SPECIAL .I GOT THE ALL THE CD,S THAT THE MINERS MUESUM HAD MY SON SIT AND LISTEN TO THEM AND IS LERANING THEM BUT I CAN NOT FIND THE THEY SANG AT THE CHURCH. MAYBE SOMEONE CAN HELP ME I CARRIED A FRIEND OUT TODAY!!!! THANK YOU FOR A VERY SPECIAL DAY KIMBERLY DAVIS MICHAELSON

Name: Kathy Nicholson

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I enjoyed all of this and your concert at the Miners Museum when I was on holidays there, thanks to the Tighe brothers, and uncle Don Matheson, hope to see you in Victoria on your tour. Boy, your cd’s are hard to find in Nanaimo, I am glad you have this site, but it would sure be handy to be able to get your music locally.

Name: Daniel Lach

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As an ex-pat, there are a lot of us living here in England that miss you guys and would love to have the chance to see you in person. Please try to get over if you can. We love you guys!

Name: DOROTHY HANAGAN[TURNBULL]

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HI THERE I FINALLY FOUND THE WEBSITE AFTER SEARCHING FOR QUITE SOME TIME.I REALLY ENJOY IT.I AM A FIRST COUSIN TO TOMMY &EDDIE TIGHE.ORIGINALLY FROM GLACE BAY,BUT NOW LIVING IN SUDBURY,ONTARIO.KEEP UP THE GREAT WORK. SURE WISH THEY WERE PLAYING IN SUDBURY. THANKS FOR THE VISIT

Name: The Dube Family

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We were at one of your concerts at the Louisbourg Playhouse 2 years ago and can’t wait to hear another concert. The night we were there, the guy who was supposed to bring the tapes and CDs forgot to bring them, and we really wanted to buy one. They were supposed to be available at Sam the Record Man, but we couldn’t find them in Windsor. Last year when we were on vacation in Alberta, we finally found some Men of the Deeps music at the West Edmonton Mall. We really hope you guys will be coming to Windsor, Ontario some day soon.

Name: Nancy Bridson

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Born in Glace Bay and my Pilling family men were all miners. Love your page and music. Can’t wait to update my collection when I next visit.

Name: Bernie (CampbellHann

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I try and see The Men of the Deeps every time they come to Ontario. They still bring tears to my eyes. When I feel homesick, I put one of their tapes or CDs on in the car or at home and I feel a bit closer to Cape Breton.

Name: Bill Mac Pherson

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Glad to sign the dream book.As the new p.r.man for the men of the deeps i welcome all inquiries

Name: Jan Volbeda

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I love to hear the sound of the men in the deeps. I’m looking forward to become more cd’s of the choir. But I think they are not available in the Netherlands. You are doing a great job. So go on.

Name: Theresa & Jocelyn

Name: MacLeod from Glace Bay StMikes 7A 93-94

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Hi again, just wanted to say about the great job yous are doing..excellent!! Men Of The Deeps, Are wicked!!!! I was wondering though are they coming to Kitchener/Guelph/ Cambridge area anytime in the next year?? Oh ya and Matt Breski, he is was an excellent teacher… Thanks all keep up the great work!!!!!!!!!! Hope to see you all in our area soon..I know there would be quite an amount in attendance MacLeod

Name: Tom McLarty

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I’m trying to find the two CD’s. We hear them last year in Toronto’s Massy hall, and they were GREAT !! All that was for sale was one tape and T-shirts. I know that at lest there are two CD’s. but I can’t find them. I live in Bolton Ontario which is just outside of Toronto, so if you can direct me to a record shop or web site that retails the CD’s I’ll buy both for my wife for Xmas. Thanks..

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Have a Great Day!