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Kinky, I was a business student at U.T. and think of you everytime I looked at the tower... now i am a successful singer/songwriter (ASCAP) and travel to the Hill Country often (Sisterdale, Waring, etc.). I've got a song with your name on it when you put out your next CD..."Wait'n on a handshake from good 'ol Ed McMahan". EMail me for a tape...Love ya!

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Been a fan since the seventies, and really miss the live shows with the Jewboys, and the stories about the 'Yom Kippur Clippers, and Menorah cowboy shirts. Pearls in the snow is a great album all the cuts are beautiful. Delbert's singing, and the instrume tal is truly awesome.

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Enjoy every time you're on the radio, Kinkster...wish you would make a trip to California for a performance maybe in Ventura at the Ventura Theatre, great place to perform, great place to see a show. Long Live The Texxas Jew-Boys!

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Got to J&M late on April 28. Got there at 4:00PM, so I missed you. Got the CD. Great producing. You changed Jews Like Jesus. Wish you didn't, but still love the CD. Live in New York State. My kid was singing Ride Em Jew Boy. I know that freinds in ne ghborhood will be pissed if he sings it in front of them. I will put them in touch with you. Oh I live in jewish area.

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KINKY; GREAT APPEARENCE ON IMUS. ALTHOUGH YOU SHOULD OF LITE UP YOUR CIGAR JUST TO SEE IF DON COULD BREATH FROM HIS ONE GOOD LUNG. THANK YA VERY MUCH !!!!

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I'm not much of a book reader,but I enjoy reading yours. When are we going to see a movie based on one of your books?

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Caught your show at the Guad River Ranch few weekends back. Glad to see there are still a few living lengends left in the Lone Star State. Sorry you weren't able to stick around to see Bob Daddy-O's giant armadillo sculpture. In honor of the story you tol , he gave the beast two giant testes (basketballs no less)! GOD BLESS THE KINKSTER!

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Howdy Kinky, I just heard you on the Imus show this morning (4/28/99) and I thought you were hilarious. I am sorry to hear you graduated from T.U. though. I have a sister there to much my family's dismay. The rest of us are Baylor Bears and Aggies. I was born and aised in Sugarland, TX but I am now living in L.A. I hope to soon move back home. In any case, would you send a schedule of your concert dates in the U.S. Stay well and keep the Lone Star beer cold for me.

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Kinkstah! Kinkstah! I believe that my search for "The Man" is now at an end. Anybody who writes books like yours AND has played with Tom Waits must be way cool. A recent convert, I look forward to many more hours of ecstatic Kinkage in the future.

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Kinky and I spent a few hours stranded in the Austin airport yesterday afternoon and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I may just go to Western Somoa one of these days...

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Good evening from damp Manchester. Sorry I can't make the gig in London (can't afford train fares now I've got this computer!). Thanks for your books - enormously enjoyable. Give Cuddles a tickle under the chin on my behalf.

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I know Kinky from where I work every summer, Echo Hill Ranch. I enjoy his stuff. Anyone know the chords to "Sold American" please email them to me

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Enjoy turning more people on to the Kinkster. Via my Radio show on KPFT 90.1Fm -Houston "The Lonestar Jukebox" Saturdays 9:00 am-12:00 -Noon. Have had Kinky on the air before a couple of times it is never predictable. Adios Rick Heysquierdo

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Just finished "Blast from the Past" LOVED IT!!! Had never read any of your books, But after reading this one I'm hooked! On my way out to get one of your other books, will tell all my friends to check them out!

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Dear Kinky. I have read several of youre books, and I can say that I had hafed my ass of every time I have read them. Though I am a Dane, and my English could be better, I would like to say that keep on with youre good wrighting and wach out for fanatics. Ride ém jewboy, is all I have to say to you. Yours Carsten Rasch

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read most, heard most, like willie the best

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Just wanted to say that I'm new to the Kinky cult following..... what fun!! I never knew that life is what happens when you're not looking until now---- guess I've been looking too hard! By the way ~ I have a CAT .. Jordan is his name and he never seems to have the answers to lifes most complicated problems... Should I trade him in???

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Just wanted to say that I'm new to the Kinky cult following..... what fun!! I never knew that life is what happens when you're not looking until now---- guess I've been looking too hard! By the way ~ I have a CAT .. Jordan is his name and he never seems to have the answers to lifes most complicated problems... Should I trade him in???

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So when are you coming to New Orleans? Bubba Jewboy would be a smash...

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Kinky, Just to keep your site on the straight and narrow I have to add a word or two. Abbie Hoffman was not a thief. Kinky knows that Abbie's own book was titled ``Steal This Book'' -- but maybe some people don't. Anyway, that's why it was so funny when he stole my book. But -- to be painfully honest -- he gave it right back!

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I'm just reading ``Blast from the Past.'' So many mysteries are now solved -- as in, why a Negro puppet head. By the way, I once appeared on tv with Abbie Hoffman when I was touting a book I wrote. Guess what? He STOLE MY BOOK. Great guy, and I'm sorry he's gone. Kinkstah, you are a fine and very funny writer. Even though I hate country, I may be forced to listen to some of your Texas Jew Boy music. Did you really write a song called ``They Don't Make Jews Like Jesus Anymore.?'' God!

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keep me covered!

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Thanks for the great books and music. You almost make me wish I was from Texas or Jewish or both. JG

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Just listened to God Bless John Wayne, Great book. It will start me on a new quest for Kinky's books.

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Dear Mr. Kinkster, I'm the guy that sold you the herringbone Martin- Is that the one that got smashed on the trip to Australia? I have to confess that I've never heard any of your stuff, but checking over the comments about your new album convinces me that it's probably bent enough to attract even me.-and I really dug the book you gave me, "Armadillos and Old Lace". I stopped listening to country music when the man in the Cadillac assumed room temperature- oh , there were a few things I liked, most of the really old bluegrass, Ralph Stanley, Bill Monroe- and Viva Terlingua! That cut, "Deperados waiting for a Train" was as emotionally affecting as anything Hiram ever wrote. Hear you're chess player- I've played quite a bit of chess and it all started in the forth grade. My best friend got a chess set and learned the moves from the Britainica, and before you know it,half of the kids in the lower grades of Ingram Elemente y were playing chess at lunch on the tables of the cafeteria! Like your web page! Peace, and keep on strumming....Doss

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Kinky - you're an outstanding human being, thanks for giving us all a little pespective. And thanks for keeping cigar smoking classy.

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Oh no, Kinky, thank YOU very much! Jack p.s. Also, thank you very much for signing "Pearls In The Snow" at Congress Avenue Booksellers, the other day.

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Kinkster, Love your books, love your smart remarks. I just re-read "Greenwich Killing Time." Can you REALLY say "I like Indian restaurants" in one belch? Sigh. Bestill my foolish heart! I have a cat and a purple bathrobe and a potty mouth, too. Regards.

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Read all the books, heard all the songs. Lots of fun and thoughtful. Even included Utopia TX in my itinerary this past February. Nice town, really great cafe (Lost Maples). Will go back to that part of the countrty again. Regards, Brad

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I love the Kinkster! I love all of the books! I love the style! Kinky is my hero! HOWEVER, I just don't get Imus. How is he funny?

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Start writin'. Keep playin'.

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Kinkster, Made the trek to NYC to visit the Monkey's Paw. Closed in March 99. New place opening on same site never heard of the "Kinster" wandered down the street to the local cigar store and "Monte Cristo #2" were in stock. Enjoyed it. How's Dilly the armadillo ? Maybe related. Later.

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I'm developing a site for the "George D. Hay Foundation". Wanted to say "hey" and link to your site.

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Will Western Union Wire be studied my school kids in the US in the future ?

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Love your new album.Cut 11 is great. Best Wishes

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Kinky I've read the books and listened to the songs, can't wait to see the man in person. I'm gonna try to make it to J&R Music World, Hope you're goona play a few tunes. My 2 year old loves when I play "Old Ben Lucas" for her. You got me hooked on cigars, Jameson and Hank. God Bless You. You are a fine American.

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I enjoyed meeting you at The Ram's Head in Annapolis last fall. Great show. Mucous garcias! I'm friends with a married couple who were in therapy with your brother. During one session, the wife asked Roger why he was sitting on his hands. He responded, "To keep from slapping your husband." Humor apparently doesn't run in your family, it gallops. Keep the books and tunes

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Well all right now !! Love your books. Your the best. Keep them coming Kinkster !!

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The books are great. I really must get hold of the music now.

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My wife introduced me to your books a couple of years ago. They were like a nostalgia trip for me. I was a Jewboy from Brooklyn before WWII but I've been living in Silicon Valley for more than 30 years.

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Is Imus really your grandmother?

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First heard "Waitress, please Waitress..." back in 1976, but didn't read GKT until last year - ..and finally picked up "From One Good American to Another" this week. Can't believe what I've been missing. More, more, more...please. (Oh, and 99 Vandam St re lly is a nasty building)

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Hey Cuz -- is that really Kinky on his internet greeting?

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Kinkster - not stalkin just a fan. O

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Did ya know that your name pooped up in rec.gardens ?

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Hey Kinkey - I really enjoy your books and am interested in the Utopia Animal Rescue Ranch. Thanks to you on behalf of all the critters you folks have saved.

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The Kinkster -- Texas' greatest son.

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Hey, Kinkster! I just bought your tribute album a while back. It's pretty cool. Also have your "Old Testicles and New Revelations," which is absolutely great. So when are you gonna make it up here to Vermont? This is big-time Jewboy country!

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where would this poor ol world be without don, kinky, and fred..i love you fred..is 32 too young? :+) my poor ol mama turned me onto your music and books...i love her..be good and take good care..

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Is it true you keep a wiley law dog from the wild Border country of the Rio Grande Valley on retainer in case of publication trouble? Inquiring minds want to know?

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Kinky is an American original. The Bone-a-Fit is a wonderful endeavor. Don Imus ditto. "Los Super Seven" is the best thing to come out Texas in years! Joel Guzman RULES!!

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Kinky, I love you! Your books are the best. Can't say I've heard your music, even though I'm a native Texan/involuntary former Austinite. I remember reading about you in Buddy Magazine when I was in the 7th grade in Dallas. I've turned many of my cowo kers on to you and they love you too. I wish I could think of something clever to say, but my feats are failin' me now. So I guess I'm done. Please reapply. (reply). Remember, I love you!

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Kinky is one of the finest examples of country singing, mystery writings, jewish, new yorkers in the this the end of the millenium.

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Why do you depend on some wrinkled up,old,ornery bastard ,who wouldn't know blues or country music if it kicked him in the nads, for a great part of your publicity?

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My brother introduced me to Kinky the Writer several years ago - he was a little apprehensive as he considers me pretty straight, I guess. He knew he'd done all right though when I called him and referred to Kinky as The Dickens of the Millenium. The gu is great!

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Kinky.... Where do I get the word of ... They ain't makin' Jews like jesus any more...?

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kinkys a bitch cause he sponcers that raymond bitch

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Hi Kinky, I saw you in Portland Or. 3 or so years ago and became an instant fan. I have since moved to Palm Springs Ca. where we don't get the Imus show on radio.How happy I am to find your website and have marked it as a favorite. Keep up what you do i 's great fun. See you soon and often. Love Sheila

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You were right about Pearls in the Snow - classic Willie. Have sent the signed Road Kill out already and wished I had thought about others who wonted signed copies. Got home poored a glass of Jack and opened up Blast form the Past next thing I knew the sun was comming up. Sorry I have to close it up and go to work. Hope to see you again soon. Love the hat.

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Love "Pearls" For those out there unable to locate your older books, they are all available at www.Bookstore.co.uk at good prices. Can't wait for your next book.

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I first heard of Kinky from my friend Graham who plays bass for a local band called Woodeye. then I heard some of his music during an interview on KERA radio. I'd like to know when he's scheduled to play in the D/FW area, and if he'd consider playing at t e Black Dog in Fort Worth.

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I have never been much of a fan of humor books or mystery novels. I have always been a reader of non-fiction, but kinky's books are so real that not only have I read every-one, I've even re-read several. A true american icon, it should not be too much l nger before he takes over the world (with or without the peruvian marching powder). Long live the Kinkster!

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you are very entertaining

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While Musical Chairs is no longer in print and available to collectors, it is available for reading. The Durham County Public Library (in my opinion, one of the best in North Carolina) has several copies for checkout that circulate on a regular basis. Las time I checked, all but one was out and that one was at a different branch from where I was.

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imus is better when are not on it. just kiddin we love the kinkster

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My brother is a fan. He sent me an e-mail telling me that you have your own website. I know you from Imus in the Morning.

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Just finished "Blast From The Past". I finished in two short days and enjoyed every page. Thanks for the memories...

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I think I and the Kinkster were both UT '66. My 12 year old daughter has thoroughly enjoyed listening to "Ol' Ben Lucas" tonight. There may be a connection there...

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Kinky- Love your books, but some of the older ones are out of print. How do I get my hands on them. -Lee

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Looking forward to meeting you and having you speak at our April Levy Home Entertainment trade show!

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Why are you trying to close down the: http://www.garbology.com web site???

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GREATEST SINGER FOR AN INTELLECTUAL I EVER HEARD!DO YOU ALSO SING "5.00 FINE FOR WHINING" GENE EXETER,NH.

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Thanks for all the warm joy, laughter, and private dicking you have provided. Also, thanks for all the interesting sites your name provoked in the search engine.

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Mucous Garcias for all the fine work, Kinkster. Enjoy seeing and hearing you on the Imus show. The "Pearls in the Snow" CD is a keeper. I think Delbert did a great job on his song. Interesting Willie Nelson performance, compared to the original cut on Kinky's CD. Does anyone know how to get the Kinky videotape?

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Kinky rules.

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I'm looking for "Pearls in the Snow" on cassette. Can you tell me if it is available? Thanks

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Great site! Loved the Bonefit. I can't wait for the next one. Give the dogs all my best! Chris Daverse

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Have always loved and appreciated Kinky's literate wit, his deceptively easy to read novels. I always look for his latest books, and read of his characters as if catching up with old friends. May he long continue to amuse and entertain us.

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Had a dog-gone good time at the Bonefit!!! We really appreciate all the generous efforts of the people who are working so hard to give these animals a second chance for good life. Thank You for having big hearts!

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Love your site and wish I could work for you! (Where did I go, I woke up this morning and I was in California). My dog, Sherlock loves it, too, even though he is blind.

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Kinky, Where did you go? I woke up this morning and you were gone! Love, Loretta

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Congratulations on the show--Cleve was outstanding...

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whatfun to read a book that is nothing but fun and enjoyment. thank you

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Kinky is one of my fav artists whether music or literature..........

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FASCINATING INFO ABOUT THE DISAPPEARING COPIES OF MUSICAL CHAIRS!

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Thank you Kinksta' for making me laugh out loud...keep those chronicles of the Village Irregulars coming. If you here me out in the street, just toss the puppet head down...I'll buy you a cigar. Take care and God Bless... -Eric

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Kinky, you are the bomb! You are the most outstanding above-average jewish musician on the planet. please, please please, never die.

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When do you think you might make it to Scotland?

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I enjoyed the hell out of the "Bone-I-Fit" you put on in Austin last Wednesday and sincerely hope the animals dont't go wanting. The tickets and beers were expensive but why sweat the small stuff? The music was great and the evening was worth travelling few hours for. As an "all-around fan" I await each new book with great anticipation also. Thanks, Mark Slaymaker

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I REMEMBER KINKY FROM MANY YEARS AGO,THE HOUSTON "COSMIC COWBOY" ERA,LIBERTY HALL, THE OLD QUARTER, THE CELLER AND OTHER FINE ESTABLISHMENTS, REDISCOVERED HIM ONLY RECENTLY. MITCH LEWIS IF YOU'RE OUT THERE PLEASE WRITE. HERB

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Kinky is the only writer that can make me laugh, feel sad and think about life at the same time. Thanks,cowboy.

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Well, at least I now know why I can't find Musical Chairs! I've read all the rest (well, I just started BFTP) and can honestly say there is no other author that keeps me as entertained as the Kinkster. I've also been known to play some of the old songs on the guitar, since the religious conotations really piss of my jewish mother-in-law, thereby becoming one of the great pleasures in my life. Back to the matter at hand, If anyone has an extra copy of Musical Chairs they can part with, please fire a message my way. Thanks

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Hey Kinky, you and your friends sure put on a fine show at La Zona Rosa Wed. night ... and Thursday morning at the Bonefit concert. The biggest thrill for me was that you actually remembered me this time! The 6th time is the charm

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I was working at a television station in the late 60's and early 70's the first time I ever heard of "Kinky Friedman and the Texas Jewboys". At the time I thought to myself, "If he can't sing or play a lick, he's at least got the best sense of humor in A erica." And you still got it. Dry, acerbic wit, without an ounce of self importance. Too damn bad you are an absolute original. We need a few more out there like you. Instead we get Al Gore. Shit!

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you're the greatest!!!

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hy kinky, i am one of your austrian fans. thank you for a lot of funny, shocking, interesting hours, while reading your books. best wishes to stephanie, ratso, rambam an winnie katz. take care - andy

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Sell me 2 bandanas,PLEASE

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Kinkaroo Nobody do like you do A Big Apple Texan with gum on his shoe them songs be too much an' them books be too few 'till out comes the next one I havn't a clue

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As a recent convert, I was dismayed to find that less than half your novels are still in print. I was further dismayed by the asking price of used copies. Did you know that, in some places, a copy of Musical Chairs is going for $279.00?

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I love these books! I wish I could meet a man that thought like Kinky writes.

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God Bless John Wayne and Kinky!

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You are truly one of the 5 people I want to be stuck on an island with. Even my teenage girls love your music and books. My 13 year old will always remember you singing,signing her book (Roadkill) and of course she will always keep the "pick" you gave h r. Please write more and faster!

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Pearls In The Snow....Fantastic.

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Wow! Saw Kinky sing Auld Lang Syne with John Cale on New Year's Eve in NYC one year; never saw the Jewboys; but man am I glad he writes books now... just wish he had more.

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i read as many as i can find and look for ones i dont have. i love the humor and the wit in which most texans can comprehend.

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Love your books, Kinky, but say- you're awfully hard on Jesus. What did He ever do to you?

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Hey, You Twisted bastard! You got me smokin' cigars and poundin' Jamesons; what the HELL have you done to me?! We'll see ya out there! -Charlie Gouveia, Austin, TX Road Manager for Dale Watson/Koch Records

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you always cease to amaze me...i mean "never"

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The man with the suttle laugh,and oversized cigar is one of America's true treasures. Kinkman has shown himself to be a brilliant song,as well as story writer. My hat is off to his ever flowing witt,and wisdom sown tightly up with the well earned respec of so many of us out here in the semi-suto world of readers.

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How wonderful to have found you(it) On which record is the song about the dynasoure "Tyranasouris lived in the forest"