News from Carl

2/17/10

Sorry to report today that this week's news is not good. Big Ben British Pub & Restaurant was totally destroyed by fire early morning on Valentine's Day. This establishment was special to me for many reasons and special to hundreds of people who considered the place to be their special neighborhood place. My first experience with this building was in 1976. I was in the 11th grade and played there when it was a restaurant called "The Cottage." I made my first $50.00 as a musician in that building. In November 2009, my girlfriend and new singing partner Freda made contact with the owner of Big Ben, and came to perform there on a regular basis. In fact we were scheduled to play this Friday (2/19). When we went to the building later during the day of the fire, the fire department and TV news were still on the scene as well as some employees and the owner, David Harris. We mourn for the family owners as well as employees and the establishment itself. This was a great loss not just for me but for the city of Charlotte.

2/11/10

For those of you who don't already know, I have not been performing solo since Thanksgiving of 2009. I met a wonderful and special woman who just happened to be a singer, too. It was an added bonus to know that we also loved the same types of music. Her name is Freda. You can find out more about her by clicking on "Meet Freda" on the main menu.  We have come up with a sound that is similar to that of my solo sound only better and much more versatile. Coming to see and hear "Carl Rosen and Freda" is a must.

11/23/09

Back in the summer of 1976, when I was just 17, (you know what I mean...)I played my first gig for "real" money. Being 17 at the time, I felt that $50.00 was a ton of money. The name of the little restaurant was "The Cottage" and was located on Providence Rd. and Cottage Place. Thirty -three years and some 3,000-odd gigs later, I return to this location- only the name of the place is now "Big Ben British Pub & Restaurant." The building itself has a new portion added to it as well as a nice patio for outdoor dining. My visit to the pub about two weeks ago gave me the impression that the room was just right for me. Upon meeting with the owner, a date (Nov. 27, 2009) has been agreed upon. It took me a little while to realize that this was the same location in which it had all started. Unlike the very first gig, in which I performed using the house Spinet piano, a Radio Shack microphone and my Dad's Univox guitar amp, I now have some of the best musical gear that one can have. Along with my girlfriend, back-up singer,  and confidante Freda, I have somehow come full circle in my very busy and fascinating music career. 

3/18/09

I would like to thank those who have come to see me at the SIX PENCE PUB this month. I will be appearing again this Saturday (3/21/09) at 9pm and appreciate those of you who are planning to come. My previous performances there have gone very well, lots of audience interaction, and hopefully I will be scheduled for more future dates after I return from my Australia vacation. (3-31- Aprl 15) I am actually trying to work out doing a show at a hotel in Sydney, "The Menzies" on Carrington St. If it happens, it would be on 4/10. Anyway, HAPPY SPRING, and I appreciate your continued support. Also, we are still working on the new site (www.carlrosen.net) Visit www.myspace.com/carlrosen for some new photos and great tunes. Thanks again!
-CR

COMING SOON
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8/10/08
Well I have FINALLY done it! After years of sending demo CD's, I did sing the National Anthem at an NFL game on August 9th between the Indianapolis Colts and the Carolina Panthers at Bank Of America Stadium. It seems as though there was about 48,000 in attendance. It was the thrill that I had waited years for. Special thanks to ANNIE HODGES, Festivities Coordinator for the Carolina Panthers.
12/31/07
HAPPY NEW YEAR! Playing in Hilton Head this evening, just came up from JACKSONVILLE, FL to play at The Florida Yacht Club for the Florida Debutante Ball. What an honor that was. Thanks to all the great ladies, hope you like the song I wrote for you.



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