Comments on: From The Road+Seal Report

By: peedub

peedub — Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:26:56 +0000

Seal-
Hello. First off, let me offer my sincerest thanks for the wonderful music you’ve provided all these years. I know you were here in San Francisco recently and I regret not being able to attend the B&W Ball. Fortunately, I had great seats when I saw you years ago in San Diego when you had David Sancious, Micheal Landau and Brian Blade(?) on drums. Forgive me if I’m wrong in that regard. I’ll catch you next time around for sure though.

If you could clear up a debate my girlfriend and I are having about your ‘Human Being’ CD, I would be most appreciative. My gf say that the image of you on the cover is the work of photoshop or something along those lines and that no way is that your physique. I, of course, disagree. I, believe that that is in fact you in totality. I need you to agree with me and tell me I’m right, because I don’t want to give her the satisfaction…lol. Seriously though, right or wrong, I’d like to settle our little debate once and for all. By the way, I absolutely loved that CD. I got so much out of it emotionally and musically.

Lastly, how are you liking that R8? It’s an amazing looking car and I can only imagine how great it is to drive. I have an A4 myself and am a huge Audi guy, but the way gas prices are here, I may have to trade it for a Prius which wouldn’t be a bad idea, I suppose. In any case, take care. May you and your family continue to be blessed. Stay you. Peace.

Paul

By: Janet

Janet — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 05:15:21 +0000

To upload a gravatar: Go to http://www.gravatar.com and log in and add a picture or photo that you would like to see next to your comments. Use the email address that you have used for this blog. They have a photo crop function on the gravatar site:O) This is so much fun!

Thanks Seal and Sanse!

By: Janet

Janet — Tue, 03 Jun 2008 03:32:15 +0000

Hi Seal,

The site is looking good. I have noticed tonight that the flash loads smoother…Thanks!
now, if I could just find the correct code to load a gravatar…hehehe! ****I notice that you have all your albums displayed which is a very cool feature. Will you also have a media player for streaming your live concerts? It would be cool if you could post something special for the fans, maybe every few months…like the rare Togetherland tracks, or music that you have worked on, but not released. ****Sometimes it’s not about the commercial side of music, but the art of making it. Have you ever just sat in awe of someone who blew you away when they caressed a song with their voice, or instrument? I am not speaking of the puppy love, gaga awe, but the RESPECT awe. Some very talented musicians, artists, and writers never see the commercial successes of mass production, and yet their art is a gift each time it is given, in song, poetry, or painting. I am speaking of the art of your music and the inspiration it brings.

On the site::

A page just for discussing your music would be cool. You could talk about the process of writing…what inspires you…how many songs you write in a period of time…which ones you think would be ready for the listener/reader, ect. Then you could post the song you are discussng…the first “raw” draft, or the finished version, and explain how it was done. The fans would love it, and you would please Deef and Kai, and 74 others who have hoped you would let them hear the full tracks of Togetherland. You could keep the tracks up that are related to the songs you are discussing and then change them as you proceed. (no… they don’t know I am writing this).

Also, I think there is a program that you can buy where you can stream live from your site. What could be cooler than a Seal radio station right on seal.com with video stream?. I realize that you would have to have someone to do the streaming, and that could be anyone. Then when you wanted to broadcast something to your fans, then you could make a digital recorder message and send it to whomever is streaming the Seal radio…cool huh? Just brainstorming…you don’t have to post this…hehehe. I’m a dork..I admit it;O)

By: thebighappyhouse

thebighappyhouse — Thu, 22 May 2008 19:04:32 +0000

SEAL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Welcome Back!

Saw your ‘suprise’ visit on American Idol last night.
DEAN WAS totally jazzed to see you also.

When is your US your starting?

We’ve missed you….

laura and dean
sonoma CA

By: keltarponspg

keltarponspg — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 20:11:15 +0000

Love the new song “Amazing”, but was that written for someone that we would know, or just another one of your creative writings?

With Love,

~Kelly~

By: zyzy

zyzy — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 11:19:31 +0000

Dear Seal,
You are “AMAZING” !!!!!! Thank You…everything.
WithLove: Zita, from Budapest, HUNGARY

By: lotta

lotta — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 02:49:38 +0000

Hi, I´m a huge fan of yours. Writing from Sweden. I think your music are truly marvelous and I just can´t wait until I get my hands on your latest cd. I just love your music and the sound of it.
And a question; Have you ever considered to perform here in Sweden??
If you´re coming here, I´ll be the first to buy a ticket.

Greetings from a cold winterland.

By: montead

montead — Sat, 05 Jan 2008 00:42:56 +0000

Dear Seal,
You are such an amazing artist and I feel that I have such a connection to your music. Amazingly enough, I first “learned” about you in the early 90′s. When I was 8 months pregnant with my first son, I attended one of your concerts in Tampa, Florida (summer 1995). My son, born in September of that year LOVES your music as much as I do! It truly proves that an unborn child can hear music from the womb! His Bar-Mitzvah is in September 2008 and I am deciding which Seal song I should have the DJ play when I dance with him. Funny enough – your music has become my mantra. It not only connects me to my son, it connects me to all the important moments of my life. You are truly an artist that no one can touch! Please continue writing music as I not only play all your music, I look forward to more!
May you and your family have a happy and healthy new year.
Much love and admiration…
daphna

By: paige

paige — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 00:57:48 +0000

Okay, I don’t really know if I’m posting in the right place…

I have two questions

1)Do you have any instrumental music available? I’d really like to learn how to play some of your songs.

2)How do you decide where you are going to perform? I’d really like to see you perform and I live in Reno. My dad says you’ve already come here, so does that mean that you won’t come back?

I’m really glad I stumbled across your site. Thanks for your time.

By: househead1000

househead1000 — Fri, 28 Dec 2007 23:15:35 +0000

Dear Mr Seal, i’m a South London boy living in New Zealand for just over a year now to be near my ex partner and more importantly my beautiful children i had to get in touch to let you know that i have just heard recently the Shelter Timmy Regisford mix of the Violet track and am absolutely loving it to the max proper class old boy, I remember seeing you back in the day at a hotel on Brighton beach seafront 90-91? with Guru josh and Adamski an absolute top night and one to remember, its been a long road but its worth the walk God bless you my brother and shine his beauty on all you touch, i lost my way partner but im coming back to the music, back to the original vibes and back to love

BIG UP SEAL BIG UP REGISFORD

Mr Dominic

By: sueyin

sueyin — Fri, 26 Oct 2007 03:40:07 +0000

Hi Seal. I saw you on Oprah and I am so compelled to come to your site to leave a message. I was so touched by the gift that Oprah gave you because I never had photos of myself as a child. I understand the hurt of growing up in a dysfunctional household and it made my day to see you sooooo happy. You have so much resilience through the harrowing circumstances that you faced, and you turn out to be such a dear, sensitive, family-oriented man. To be simply put, you are amazing, and you are a model to me that when I have my own family, happiness can exist. Sue. =)

By: KHANEKALI

KHANEKALI — Fri, 17 Aug 2007 02:04:51 +0000

Hello Seal,

I really enjoy your music. I was wondering if you have instrumental versions of your ‘Human Being’ and ‘Seal’ Albums with background vocals? Or will you ever have just an instrumental Album of your music in the future?

I really enjoy all your CD’s. It is rare that I find an artist who’s music I enjoy listening to and that my children enjoy listening to without my hands over their ears.

Please CONTINUE to make your beautiful music that has a unique quality of its own.

You and your family are in our prayers always.

D. Davis

By: Space-X

Space-X — Fri, 13 Jul 2007 17:24:11 +0000

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By: robanob

robanob — Sat, 23 Jun 2007 14:37:37 +0000

Hi Seal, I must admit I’ve become a belated fan suddenly over night, even though I’ve grown up listening to incredibly wonderdul music all my life. I would like to draw everyone’s attention to my experience with “the power” of watching a DVD concert. I recently purchased your “Live in Paris Dvd”. I recall quite clearly (as it was only 4 days ago), waking up in the morning extremely sour but not knowing the reason why. I unrapped your Live in Paris Dvd and pressed play but at the same time I had no real intention to just sit down on the sofa and watch it as I had to get my 2 kids ready for daycare/kindergarten.So,.. press play,…. The intro music kicked in, I have a really nice surround sound system (yes it helps ) and within a nanosecond, the hairs on my arms were raised in full flight. My pace rapdily began to slow down and I began to reverse my morning plan. The concert kicked in, and I remember so well, my eyes,heart,bones were working in overdrive, glaring at the Tv and at the same time trying to put my kids clothes on. My son, 4 years of age, already quite exposed to alot of music (im a musician) sat beside me and had his eyes also glued onto the DVD. He said, “Dad. uhmmm… you know this guy looks really cool and he, well, he uhm… he actually writes really good songs, actually really good songs he does.” what’s his name?…. FF to 4 days later. My son comes home everyday after kindergarten and we’ve watched your DVD probably around 15 times the past 4 days.Yes some may say alittle overkill however Your Dvd has taught me many new things each time Ive watched it in only such a short period of time. Firstly its taught me, to expose my children just as importantly to adult music, its also taught me, than an adult and a child can be both sharing the same new experiences from hearing, seeing or watching music.
Dear Seal, Apart from the incredible, sound,presence,BAND !!!,concert, and may I add, its a concert performed with absolute perfection! full marks to you and the band!!You guys are all a bunch of freaks!! Its taught me everday since 4/5 days ago. When you wake up in the morning and your kids are running around and you may not be in the best of moods. Give them the love they need and you will find you will love yourself more. Thankyou for touching my heart with this Dvd and the person that you are. I very much look forward to discovering more about the incredible human being you are. rob

By: Hudson

Hudson — Sat, 02 Jun 2007 08:08:53 +0000

Hi seal.It’s really wonderful to see u blogging with us.I think my wish has come true.Would u please try and come to tour my country,INDIA.I think u have never done it before.but u should.You will get the entertainment of a lifetime.please try.take care,bye.

hudson

By: dean

dean — Fri, 18 May 2007 16:11:13 +0000

Dear Seal: I wasn’t sure where to post this, but chose this space. My wife and I are big fans of your’s and wanted to recount a short story to you. About a month ago we chose to use this year’s family vacation to travel to Tampa to see you perform at Morsani hall. My 10 year old stepdaughter is an enthusistic fan as well and Adrienne (my wife) and I figured that it would be a big treat to see you for her first time. We made all of the reservations etc. and the topic of the trip dominated our meals together.

Tragedy happened just 3 days later as Liz (my stepdaughter) was attacked by a dog. Her beautiful face was mangled in the attack. Her upper lip was destroyed and the rest of her face ablaze with stitches. She was supposed to travel to LA this summer to begin her modelling career, but her main concern was being healed up enough to see you in Tampa. Don’t get us wrong, we’re very grounded people. We’re not obnoxious people pretending that our daughter is the most beautiful creature in the modelling world, but the fact is that many agents have wanted her since she was 6.

She’s had her first series of plastic surgeries and things are progressing quite well. She’s the bravest and most wonderful little girl. All she did in pre op was worry about us and all of our crying.

I’ve rambled to and fro and possibly this is alot to heap on the shoulders of a performer, but we wanted you to know how far reaching your music can be. In this case all the way to a 10 year old little girl who’s looking forward to her flight to hear you sing in person. “Get it Together” is her favorite.

See you in Tampa,
Dean and Adrienne Miner
and our daughter Liz Tomer

By: grmnchck

grmnchck — Thu, 17 May 2007 15:58:32 +0000

Hi to all Seal Fans,

here is a link to the Seal Forum: http://seal.infopop.cc/eve.

Hugs,
Sylvia

By: gabriel

gabriel — Tue, 15 May 2007 21:28:48 +0000

Dear Seal: why didnt your record company released HumanBeing remaster and with new package? I sincerely think is your masterpiece…(with album 2 and 4)…full of layers, atmospheres, somewhat obscure but passionate…Its your best album. Although, every single album is a masterpiece in itself. Marvin would be very proud of you. thks.

By: lonelieststar

lonelieststar — Fri, 11 May 2007 20:11:40 +0000

Seal: what music are you listening to now ? thank you very much for being there.

By: lonelieststar

lonelieststar — Fri, 11 May 2007 16:35:26 +0000

Dear Seal: Please Please come to Mexico City. Im sure that thousands of fans are eager to live the experience of your presence, artistry and music live. You got married in Guadalajara, so youre familiar with mexican warmth. Come and play in Mexico, im sure youll be overwhelm.

By: JulesG

JulesG — Fri, 11 May 2007 15:10:59 +0000

Seal

Please, please come to the Virginia Beach Verizon Aphitheater, please!
I saw you a couple of years ago at Wolftrap in Virginia, you were fantastic!
I would give anything to see you again!

Love to you and your beautiful family,

Julie

By: Joice

Joice — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 00:53:40 +0000

Hi Seal !

I´m from São Paulo – Brazil .
I looked your Tour Date and unfortunately Brazil doesn´t appear …
Please come !
We have be waiting, we have be waiting for you!!!
Thanks by your attention with us !
Your songs make my days happiest !

Peace !
Joice

By: sydsmomm

sydsmomm — Tue, 17 Apr 2007 15:45:04 +0000

It is amazing that you communicate one on one with your fans. After seeing you interviewed it shouldn’t surprise me at all. Your voice is truly an original and your personality just makes it that much better. PLEASE COME TO NC (Raleigh or Charlotte)! We love you here! It’s funny how kids pick up on things, as I;m sure you well know. The other evening I was in the car with my daughter and it was pouring rain and hailing. She could tell that I was a bit concerned and said, “Here Mom, do you need to listen to your Seal? I’ll put it in!” Thanks for the opportunity to address you. All the best to the family! Jennifer

By: michaelmc

michaelmc — Thu, 15 Mar 2007 03:30:53 +0000

hello Seal its a real pleasure to type this especially after seeing how appreciative you are towards your fans. I would like to say thank you for your music and how it always seems to center me and touches my soul.I’ve had the oppurtunity to see you in concert three times and plan to see you many more times. Also your photgraphy is great and breathtaking but please dont ever give up singing. Plan to see you in Atlanta in May. Continue blessings to you and your family. A loyal fan Michael

By: supergreenuk

supergreenuk — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 19:57:40 +0000

Just having a laugh about my last messae. It says I posted it at 11.55am. For me it is actually 7.56pm. Guess my weekend has started. Have a great weekend everyone. Tracy

By: supergreenuk

supergreenuk — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 19:55:30 +0000

Hi Ben. Could it have been Going Live? Not sure how old you are so cannot gage when it would have been. Hope this helps. x Tracy x

By: Bensod123

Bensod123 — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 16:47:55 +0000

Hi all! Please can someone help me out!. When i was a kid my dad and i was watching a program and it had philip scofield in. He says now everybody put on your 3-D glasses and look at the next clip, and the clip is Killer by seal. But in 3-d and i would love to see this clip again.. does anyone no the name of the show? or if your reading this seal you could help me =)

Take care, Ben

By: gus

gus — Fri, 09 Mar 2007 05:23:30 +0000

MY MAN
WANT I WANT TO TELL YOU IS THIS LITTLE STORY. MY CHILD LISTENS TO YOUR SONGS SINCE SHE IS A BABY , SHE IS SPANISH SPEAKER, BUT WHEN SHE WAS LIKE TWO YEARS OLD OR SOMETHING SHE HAS STARTED TO SING YOUR SONGS , SINCE THEN, NOW SHE IS FIVE, WE RE SINGING DAY IN AND OUT YOUR SONGS,ALSO TUNES LIKE THE OLD “DREAMING IN METHAFORS”, WELL , THESE ARE THINGS THAT HELPS TO DEFINE THE REAL DEAL, RATHER THAN ALL THE PHENOMENON YOU ARE , ABRIL SIGNS YUR REPETOIR , YOU HAVE DEFINITIVELY THE TOUCH. I KNOW THAT YOUR SEARCH WILL CONTINUE DAY IN AND OUT AS USUAL , AND THAT YOU WILL DELIGHT US WITH MORE OF YOUR POETRY AND FINE ARTS MUSIC YOU CREATE ,BUT YOU HAVE THE ABILITY TO MAKE A 2 YEARS OLD KID TO NATURRALY SIGN YOUR SONGS . SHE HAS BEEN IN YOUR GIG IN PUNTA DEL ESTE , FIRST SHE WAS SO EXCITED AND TENSE DUE TO THE FACT THAT SHE WAS SEING IN THE FLESH THE MAN SHE HAS BEEN SIGNING IN DUETS FOR ALMOST HALF OF HER LIFETIME! AFTER ALMOST AN HOUR OF BEING ENCHANTED BY THE FACT OF HAVING YOU SO CLOSE SHE HAS BEGUN TO TIMIDLY MOVE HER MOUTH AND EMITTING SOME SOUND. AT FIVE SHE HAS ACCOMPLISHED HER INTIMATE DREAM OF SING SOME SONG WITH U . I WILL CHERISH THAT MOMENT TILL IM GONE AS U CAN IMAGINE , AND I REALLY THANKS U FOR YOUR JOB, FROM FATHER TO FATHER . YOU HAVE ANOTHER BROTHER AT YOUR DISPOSAL.
HAVE A GOOD ONE AND TAKE CARE
GUSTAVO

By: Octavio Aughusto

Octavio Aughusto — Thu, 08 Mar 2007 20:21:54 +0000

Oh, my God !
Don´t forget you must bring your show to Brazil, ok ?
Keep on dreaming with the day I´ll have your new album on my hands!

God bless!

By: Kristin

Kristin — Tue, 06 Mar 2007 20:47:05 +0000

Hello, Seal, hope you are well (and productive) today. I had a thought, and thought the other folks here might be able to relate to it. I was thinking about how unique this experience is, communicating with you so regularly. Fan mail for the modern age!
But what makes me laugh is how I can write so un-self-consciously, yet if I were to bump into you in my local restaurant or Toys R Us, I would be completely tongue-tied and shy. No doubt I would say something completely stupid and embarrassing, if I had the nerve to speak to you at all! I once had the opportunity to ask Dan Majerle (basketball) for an autograph, but I had to pass as no words would come out of my mouth. I was THIS close, yet I was frozen!
So as long as I am behind this technological veil, I am o.k. In person, I would be a goofball.

But I bet you are used to people acting goofy when you are out in public. Do you ever wish you could be anonymous? Even if you wore a disguise people would probably figure out who you were!
Take good care, Kristin