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H A P P Y B I R T H D A Y!!!!!!!!!
YOU'RE the best!!!!!!!!!! :D
Hey everybody out there let's wish Kraig a Happy-Happy Birthday!!!!
Hi Someone leaned over to me the other day and said, hey guess who just played Sunday in downtown Skokie? Kraig Kenning. Dont you know him? Life is funny after wanting to get a chance to hear you play you are playing right in my back yard.! Perhaps if life arranges a next time my boys and I will get a opportunity to hear you play. Nice to know you continue doing what you were born to do
Hi, Kraig!! Be glad you're not in Florida at the moment...as we're still getting the residual effects of that naughty Fay. I love your new CD Blue and Green....the story at the end is powerful to say the very least.
We're looking forward to a winter of KK's music...the best of the best, Kraig. Love, Maureen
Hope you are enjoying the mountains. You couldn't be here at a better time! je vous manque
Hey buddy,
You sounded great on Plum TV. Vail is nice, but I don't like crowds or that much concrete in one place; I'll take Redstone anytime, more my speed. I hope you find time to lose yourself in the woods while you are here. Avalanche Creek on the way up to Redstone (left side of road)makes for a great hike and camping. Drive till you can't drive anymore and start from there up, and I mean up. Enjoy the mountains during this awesome full moon. Boy you hit Colorado at such a nice time..Enjoy and peace. M
So unhappy we will miss the show this year in Munising, MI. We fell in love with Kraig last year and our schedule is 2 weeks off for this year, anybody close to this area should MAKE THE TRIP, Kraig will be playing in a new venue designed for great sound, outdoors. Beautiful area, lots of hiking and kayaking, we hope to see him here next year!!
Just had the opportunity to see you briefly at the Arlington Heights Frontier Days Extravaganza. It's been a while. I wish you were in town more often. My wife and I still talk about the first time we got to see you at the Mill Race Inn in Geneva back in the olden days. Thanks for keeping on doing what you do. That blue Godin is beautiful. There's a picture here if you replace the "dot" with an actual dot.
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It sure is great to have you back up north, Kraig. We enjoyed your gig at the Wauconda Library Thursday evening. It was really nice having it outside. Always good to see Jim & that Kevin guy is something else-so much energy.
Hey you KK fans out there. BE SURE to get a copy of the new BLUE & GREEN. It's awesome-the best yet.
new cd is AWESOME it was worth its weight!!
Hey there stranger! Came across an article about you in a Rockford paper. Can't make your Rockford gig - getting ready for vacation with the kids. Got your website saved in my favorites. Will be checking it out when I get back. Doug still lives the single life in N.C.
Laura
Hi Kraig,
Glad to see you at the Chicago Blues Fest 2008. It was worth the six hour drive. You've got a place to stay if your in Southern Illinois. Give us a call.
Dwayne and Jane
Just got your new CD in the mailbox. Really cool. We like it. I thought about taking the afternoon off just to relax and absorb it. You know me. Too much of a working dog. I'll write again tomorrow when I have spent more time with it. Thanks for the tunes and the poetry.
Hi! I saw you last year at Taste of Chicago and loved your music, however I was very sad because I didn't have enough cash with me at the time to buy a CD. Luckily as I was aimlessly wondering around Blues fest this past weekend I saw you playing on a bridge!! I was so excited, it made my day. I bought 2 cd's and I love them both. Thanks for some great music and I can't wait till the next time I randomly find you playing. :)
Hey Kraig....I saw you for the first time this weekend at the Blues Fest in Chicago! Great show...keep rockin'!!!
Kraig: Sorry we didn't get to see you again in Florida, man, when you play road houses, you mean road houses. We look forward to seeing you at blues fest in Chicago. Stay well, my friend, and keep on singing! Mike Willett
I didn't want to waste time by using mail order, so I played Precious Moments as I used my credit card. Most fun using a credit card this year! It sounds great, Kraig, can't wait to hear the whole CD.
PS If you do decide to go to New England, I'm sure hoping that it won't take away from Florida time! LOok forward to seeing you in the Fall. Take care, Mary
Saw you mentioned in Charlotte's (FL) "Harbor Style" magazine. Being a lover of slide guitar, I was drawn to your site. Love the clips, Have pre-ordered the new CD. Just one question: Do you have any plans to tour in New England? Specifically Boston or southern New Hampshire? Would love to see you live.
Keep on sliding!!
Ken
Hi,I like your story.Charlie and I were not sweet on each other,although he tried.I still keep in touch with TB and LP.Enjoyed you and the music miss it very much.margi
Kraig, Saw you for the first time at the Friday Extra concert and absolutely loved your music. Especially Every Precious Moment! It touched my heart. I hope to see your again in another venue somewhere here in Tampa! Thanks for you music!
KRAIG, I enjoyed your Friday night extra show at the Lowry Park bandshell. It was nice to get your autographed CD's and read the words you wrote in Every Precious Moment. I feel better already; having just met you. Would love to follow you to another venue if I had an upcoming schedule. If you could ever get into the Strawberry Festival in Plant City, I hear it pays well. The dates are end of Feb. and one week into March. Always the same dates as Daytona's Bike Week. You signed my C.D. Peace to Linda,and Peace to Ralph We plan on seeing the show at the Ford Amphitheater on Sat. night. George Benson is playing. I haven't seen him since 76. Hope to see you sooner. Linda from Syracuse,Plant City,Virginia,and inbetween.
Glad you could make it to Salida, CO. The show was great. Glad you got a chance to enjoy the area and relax. I was amazed at your skiing. Still can not believe it was only your second time skiing. You should make it a point to visit here in July or August the weather is cool and dry. This is the place to be when the rest of the country is hot and humid.
Mon Joli, Looking forward to seeing you in Salida Colorado - and in Dillon Colorado at the Cala on Tuesday, April 1st! :) bonne nuit
Hey Kraig !Can't believe you will be this close again and we will be in Moab, UT for the weekend. Hope to catch you in Florida at end of April. I will keep your schedule close ! Heidi
My daughter and I enjoyed the concert at Myakka immensely. It was nice to talk personally to a possible relative (from name) whose spirit so mirrors my own thoughts. Great song selection. The "Come Together" at the end was so cool, and so pertinent. Will try to catch you again in Tampa. Peace, Brother.
Kraig..my mother just received your great DVD and after playing it twice is hooked on your amazing music. Like daughter...like mother!!!! See you soon in Dunnellon. Maureen
Hi Kraig, Bless you, the world is your home.Thanks for being a part of it.
Kraig WILL be performing at Mattisons/Riverside in Bradenton on Feb. 15 at 7:00pm.... Enjoy the show! ;)
Does anyone know if kraig will be performing @ mattison's riverside on the 15th? I called there and they said he was not but I am having a difficult time accepting it?
Kraig come back to Rockford-we miss you!
Kraigggggg.... Your fingers are on fire and your guitar is smokin !!! I believe the spirits sent you as an angels token... Not only are you talented but warm and compassionate too. We humans of this Earth are blessed to have found you... So, keep on keeping on and when your bird lands Know you have one who would love to share your plan...
Love and Many Blessings... Just Another Beach Girl
Then why all the comments about his "wife"? (Actually only a couple....) I bet Kraig is enjoying this drama about his personal life!
or do you mean singles???
Kraig's marital status at this time: SINGLE
Hey Kraig, or someone who knows: Fact or fiction: Are you now married??
Just a Happy New Years wish from a distant fan that tries to catch your show every year at the Bay Furnace in Michigan. You never disappoint. Keep spreading the Peace. Lord knows the world sure needs it.
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See you tomorrow night at 3rd Place in Eustis, Fla. Kraig....we have a nice crowd coming to see you play and sing. Hugs, Maureen
Hey. Just checkin out your site after hearing that you're going to be playing "Stanfest" in 2008. Can't wait to hear you, in Canso, Nova Scotia. Love the slide...
John, Halifax, Nova Scotia
Enjoyed catching your set at the Frank Brown Songwriter's festival! I very much appreciate your professionalism and giving it your all despite the small turn out - a true arteeest!!! See you down the road....Kreg
Just checked out your schedule. So glad to see you are going to be back in Fl. I know it was up in the air for you, but I'm glad to say Welcome back. Fun in Sarasota, Fl
Wife? Did I miss something? Was a shotgun involved?
Would like to see you perform again. Tell your wife hello. I'm one of the ladies from Henderson. ANN
What a great night with fabulous music!
Bob and I are working on getting you to Denver - we will be in touch!
Thanks for sharing your talent with us...
Awesome!!!
We really enjoyed you today @ the Indian Summer Festival in Springfield, IL. Hope to see/hear you again soon! In the meantime, we will purchase one of your cd's (we didn't have enough cash today!).......
This past weekend in Duck River was one we will not soon forget. The simplest of times, warm gentle breezes up the Tennessee Hollow, watching you and my son play guitar on the porch yesterday morning at the "Shack", with Lucille somewhere near by. Beth's breakfast wasn't bad either! Wish I was still there...listening. You are good company, hope to see you back there around Halloween?
Donna, Max and Lucille
Kraig,
I just wanted to let you know that your music always inspires me. It is amazing how your music can influence a person's frame of mind. I dream of one day having you over again as my guest and to have a few special friends over for a camp fire and have you perform. My hot tub awaits you any time. Remember, mi cas es su casa. I hope your travels are friendly and that everyone feels the same way as I do. I have known you for many many years going back to Sweet Bean days and I still get goose bumps listening to your music. Please come and visit my wife and I this winter.
Dan and Terezinha Byrnes
I saw you a couple weeks ago in Wausau,WI. I was with my grandson and we went straight to the music and totally enjoyed your performance. We loved it, to say the least. My grandson who is 4 years old looked at me and pointed to his foot and told me to "do this Nonny". He was tapping his foot! After hearing the song "Troubled Waters", I was nearly in tears and had to buy the CD. My sentiments exactly, put so well in your song. I'm doing all I can to show my grandson the wonders of nature and the beauty that is out there,(despite the cancerous development taking place in Wausau) from falling leaves to snakes and frogs-he enjoys all of it and I so hope it stays with him forever. Thank you so much for your beautiful music and words. I only hope we can see you again. peace Sue
i miss you too.
Hello Kraig , hope you are enjoying your sites of new and interesting places :) Hope to see you back here in Memphis sometime too. Until then remember it's not the years in your life that count...it's the life in your years ~hugz
"TOO WONDERFUL"......Wynette....and PEACE 2 U 2
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!! Hoping you have a FUN FILLED Day today!! I have friends coming to see you in Memphis and we will all be glad when you make it back to Florida!! Peace and Big Hugs!!! connie b :)
Hi Dale here in the UK a friend of mine a fellow guitarist like myself gave me your DVD to watch and I was totally knocked out, so I am spreading the word for you in England hope you get over sometime as I think you would soon build up a great fan base. Dale
Really great sounds coming from the Wauconda Library Thurs. night. Well worth the drive. So nice to see Jim again-miss those old days. And that guy Kevin-wow! And last but not least-the reason we came up-you were great, Kraig. I'm always amazed at how you change & improve(if that's possible)each time we see you. Thanks friend.
Brother Kraig how is your summer going man? Hey it has been a weird one for me down here...I see your already booked for the Tarpon on November 21...I'll be there...give me a shout when you can..peace be widdya Kraig...
dont noif u remember or not but i remember you and your incrediable guitar skills. i was there last hippe jacks and saw u forthe first time. i was blown away dude.And Who Could ever forget the drunk guy in the crowed.lmao anyways wanna say whats Up.oh remember the drunk guy followed u to the back of ur van when u changed close.lol me and ur wife laughed so hard at his goofy ass. Anyways hope u continue to do well in your Art. You Defently have a God Gifted Talent!!! Peace Out Your Friend Mystikal>>Alliace Darrell.
Hey Kraig you gonna be a Hippie Jacks at the end of August for his Labor day bash? So far your name isnt down as appearing ,at your website or his.I sure hope you'll make it.You and Warren Gently were hands above everyone else there for the Memorial day bash.He is gonna be back and I sure hope you will if you can.Be safe in your travels.
I missed you at the Bay Furnace in Christmas MI.Had to work trouble call,took 6 hours.Hope to catch you next year in the great UP of Michigan.
I hope your musical journey this summer has been a good one! Florida hasn't been that bad this summer..we are getting a lot of MUCH needed rain here in Rainbow River country :) Hurry back down..you, tina and I need a good day fishing and swimming :) Peace and Hugs!!
We can't wait to see you in Duck River, TN, Sept. 29th at Beth's Why Not Ranch! We'll be putting everything together. Until then...
Kraig,
Good Show again at the "Furnace". I hope Mother Lake renewed your Spirit and Refreshed the soul. What a pristine weekend in the Land of Sky Blue Waters. The Maker was in full form.
I hope you find what you are searching for soon and that the moon rises higher on the horizon.
Peace brother.
Love your sound. Manson turned me onto your site. Awesome!
I saw you Several times at Evanston's Custer's Last Stand and last year at Batavia's Art in the eye. I was wowed by your slide skills in particular and am really looking forward to seeing you this year in Batavia. I talked with you briefly last year, you probably don't remember me but I bought a Goldtone resonator after seeing you a couple of years ago and told you so. I'm not at your level on it, but I love the sound of slide. Good luck and keep on fingerpicking and sliding those blues.
Hey Kraigy-poo............... Long time no hear. Drop by for a quiet time in the beautiful Colorado mountains - it's medicine for the soul. :-)
Kraig...I see you're wowing 'em in the upper midwest, my old stomping ground. Hurry up and get all this out of your system and come back to us in Florida, will you?
Stay well.... Maureen Eustis, Fla.
Kraig, caught you over by the fountain in Grant Park at the Blues Fest last Friday. I totally dig what you're doin'. You've got a new fan.
Lots shows planed for Il. Great!!! Bringing a few friends who have not yet seen such a amazing time! Looking forward to it!
i saw you at Hippie Jack's Saturday and you were unbelievable.I had saw you on his TV show and I said Ive got to see this guy live.It was well worth the trip.Both your sets were killer!I could watch you play all day.Hope you come back back to Jack's or somewhere nearby someday.Here's wishing you continued success and good heatlh.
Hey, Kraig. I'm sitting here in Music on the Square listening to you. Really glad I found out about it at the last minute & came. You are a fantastic musician!
I want you to know how MUCH I enjoyed your show in Dunnellon.I have been back a year and that was the FIRST good music I have heard here! Hope you got that dip in the Rainbow and had YOUR battery recharged! It is a VERY SPECIAL river :) Hope to see you perform again when you come back in November... Peace and hugs, connie b
Well....another stellar performance, Kraig. You wowed my buddies as I knew you would. Thanks for being so gracious and coming over to say hello to them. They now are linked to your web site and will monitor your tour dates.
Your appearances in our area are too few and far between.
Maureen
Great concert today at Manatee Park. Looking forward to seeing you again.
Kraig: We're waiting for you to play "Severson Dells" again in the forest city, Rockford, IL ( maybe this year ) but I / we didn't see it on your summer concert list. it's always a good vibe to hear/ see you live. see / hear you later on this summer when you get back to your hometown fans who know your the best... later dave/kathy
Hey Kraig! You are one great artist! Just saw you (like a minute ago) on Hippie Jacks show, googled you and when I go to check your tour dates, you're in my old stompin grounds, Sarasota,Bradenton ect... I've played Sanibel years ago, just beautiful. Man I'm knocked out by your style and will try to bring some friends to Crawford as my wife Joyce and I are not too far since we're in Nashville now for the last 12 years.Anyway, I'll be turnin' some friends on to you. Mightyfinepickin Mr. K Kirby
Hey You, Kraig's the name... (no worry no repeats). Did that already last night at the Indigo Room. No worry. No one knew of. Or in the flesh.
Shit, was that a rush. Shaking from head to toe. Started REAL SLOW. Old (1 month!!!) stuff then on to me in THE RAW. Audience cajoled me on with each pauze. Started REAL SLOW. But soon took flight.
My God. People (i.e. HUMANS)actually LISTENED. Not heard. Listened. With heart & soul. At least so appeared. Said. By the hand-shakes & recognition. YES!!! Two journalists even asked for my number. Young guys. Too young to understand. But did.
Exchanged numbers. See if anything comes. Sitting at the bar. Beter than my WILDEST dreams. Definately beter than sex. At least what I have experienced. In the 23 last barren years.
No wonder. Wonder if you're ready for this week-end. Two gigs: Ft. M. & Piney M. May drop by with a few friends. Got the word out. Anyway.
Are you free sometime in April? Or off in a VW Van? Preparing a show for Manna. Indigo just a proloque
Need some back-ground - no front-stage musicians. know any? Flute, jembe/bongo's Maybe a piano to boot.
Signing off, bakc to work
For the late night Owler: I pray to the birds. I pray to the birds because I believe they will carry the messages of my heart upward. I pray to them because I believe in their existence, the way their songs begin and end each day-the invocations and benedictions of Earth. I pray to the birds because they remind me of what I love rather than what I fear. And at the end of my prayers, they teach me how to listen (Terry Tempest Williams).
Hope your owl was watching over you all night.
Just sayin hi on your stroke page-all well deserved. Wish i could say i enjoyed your music live but some of us just have to wait up north,. Great day for someone from Pinellas Park to fly north, huh? Will be lovin your cds from here. Stay safe.
Saw you on TV Sunday a.m. LOVE your style and appreciate the fullness of sound in your one-man show. I'm inspired and may just take up playing dobro...but I have a long way to go to be as great as you. I hope to catch you live someday when I visit FL. BB (Nashville TN) www.brendabest.net
Kraig...it's me again. I'm still sailing from your performance this evening at THIRD PLACE in Eustis, Fla.....along with the 4 Merlots. Masterful guitar playing...sensitive lyrics...stage presence...gee....and we had you all to ourselves. I'll be watching for your appearances in central Florida or anywhere for that matter. Thanks for making our holiday weekend. Maureen Valley
Kraig....is it true? You're going to be at Third Place tomorrow night? That's a mile from my house.
We'll be there!!!
Maureen Valley Eustis, Fla.
Greetings again!
Thank you for coming back to Sarasota, can't wait to watch your awesome performance. Hope to introduce a friend to your music. See you soon at the Packing House.
Joanie
Bravo!
Thank you so very much for the performance you generously gave at the American Legion Post 123 on Sanibel Island this past Sunday. You were the perfect artist to launch our new endeavor in providing exceptional musical artistry once again on our Island.
Thank you for sharing with us your energy, passion, and awesome talent.
Michelle Chase American Legion Post 123 Sanibel Island Florida
Great music. Love it!
Thanks
Your performance at Winter Garden on Sunday was stellar as usual, Kraig. I now have two of your CD's to sustain me till I get to see you perform in person again. Stay well as you tour....and come back to central Florida, soon!! Maureen Valley
My wife and I really enjoyed your show at the Winter Garden Art Festival. Your music was so hypnotic and full of soul. We couldn't stop listening. We picked up one of CD's and plan on getting more. I hope your in the area, again, soon. By the way, I haven't seen a Hoffman Estates sunset in awhile myself...loved the song.
Kraig,
Man, you were terrific at the Sarasota Farmers' Market. The vibes you created that day were incredible! You're almost as good a guitarist as you are a human,hehe. I hate I missed you at the Packinghouse, but I'm told it was standing room only, which doesn't surprise me.
Thanks for enriching my life, with both your music and your soul.
Hey
Just spoke to Fogertyville to reserve a ticket to see your show and they said your not playing on Nov. 3, just on the 4th???
Joanie
Hi! Sarasota looking at you here, like what I see, dorky, cute and happy. Looking forward to your visit, Fogertyville, Sarasota Farmers Market. Can't wait to hear your new music. The weathers fine, your gonna love it... A Devoted Fan Joan
Sweet Show in Kenosha, Wisconsin last night! First time I had the chance to see you. Love the CD also!!!
Hey - dude, HAPPY BIRTHDAY!!!!!
Sounds like to have a great day planned. Enjoy!
You missed a good one, Ken. When you are in an awesome setting listening to an awesome person you can't go wrong. So glad we made the trip. Love the UP & love Kraig. And to top it off, he did Imagine. I thought I'd float off my chair.
hey kreig ya know rich phizer down in florida? rememberyou had that concert you had at his shop in FT myers he is a friend of mine. try havin a concert in farwell M.I> please man
Kraig,
How was the Mich UP tour? Man I wanted to be up there so bad after catching your show there last year. Man, that place refreshes the soul.
Keep spreading the Peace brother!
Hi Kraig- Saw you at Batavia Art Festival Sunday, enjoy your music so much, I go away feeling great. Enjoy your next travels, wish I could follow you there. Debbie S.
I just missed by a day while visiting the folks in Chitown. I will try to catch your show in Denver.
Peace,
Brooks
Hey, dude.......... do you know a law was passed in Colorado July 1st, 2006 making it illegal to smoke in most public places statewide?????
Score one for the ole lungs, baby!!! I'm happy!
Truly enjoy your music! We always look for you at the Blues Fest in Chicago..... Hope to see ya soon!
hey! i never heard you sing before but it sounds like you must be really good.. but we have the same last name!!!maybe we are realated sumhow?
Amazing Grace was my Mom's fav son! I know you are such a contemplative personality-appearing frivilous! Are those words really in the dictionary? I hope I used them correctly within the context of my writing......thanks for the opportunity! Mercy Smiles, DEE
اكل ابراز,و موث
Just listening to your CD and listening to Amazing Grace. I sang the song to my kids the other night as they were going to bed, they both said they really liked that song. I told them I had a copy of it. Your version was the first I thought about. My husband and I heard you at the Sweet Bean in Fort Myers Florida when Amber and Mike owned it several years ago, (before kids 6 or 7 years ago??) We have wanted to hear you again ever since but kids, weather or something else has gotten in the way. We Hope to hear and see you soon in Fort Myers. Keep up the good work.
Thanks
Mike and Kim Whitty
your passion in your music showed it all as i watched you perform and i listened to your music last friday at the waukegan public library....that was a perfect lunch break with a terrific performer with the best music!
Hi - I've enjoyed your music and CD's from the past couple of years at Custer's Last Stand in Evanston. Awesome! Thanks for sharing with the rest of us....
Hi Kraig,
A few friends and myself saw you perform this past Saturday at the Custer Street Fair in Evanston. Wow. We were impressed! You could feel the energy in the crowd. You rocked! Thanks for the amazing performance.
sry on my last comment i for got the rest of my email address! Alexis
I emailed you and i just love ur song "Wishi Ta"! Oh and thanks for signing my moms cd. I hope you remember me and my mom Lydia!!! I told my mom that you should remember us because i asked you to sign the cd! ~Namaste~ Love always Alexis and Lydia
Hey Kraig- Had a peaceful run this morning with Maktub...Great CD It's probably hard to wrap your head around how many people you have inspired/touched with your tunes but you have. I look forward to when our paths cross again.... Hugs, Lisa
I enjoyed staying with your site, will surely come back to learn more
OH Kraig
I So Love your Mangos
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namaste asalami
Greetings Kraig!
What can I say but you were absolutely SUPERB last evening at the Freemont Public Library in Mundelein (IL) last evening. Your versatility of style and showmanship were outstanding. My husband, Rob, and I thoroughly enjoyed your performance and will definitely see you at Independence Grove in Libertyville (IL) later this summer.
I am listening to your "Every Precious Moment" CD as I am writing this and will be continuing with Maktub and Pass the Hat later this morning.
Many thanks again for your wonderful performance.
Namaste )o(
Kim Borden
The eyes have it.....on display for all to see If, that is, they are looking and searching as you are Intense and passionate; yet pained-not really free The audience is mesmerized by the captive tool Of the gifted singer and his fine tuning His face so sweet;wanting to touch the heart of a soul Knowing the distance between his eyes and mine makes it hard to express What's on the inside Let us lock hearts and think about the day As a butterfly breaks through its own pain and is free to fly away And finally live and breath and capture its destiny Thank you for a lovely day!
Dude - you sure you're headed to Salida in September??? Don't see it listed anywhere. Be cool.
Sydd
I must admit that I have been a bit remiss. I bought Kraig's Halloween DVD about a century ago and managed to NOT post a review here on his site. The time has come to set the record straight.
If you haven't seen Kraig perform, you need to. If you HAVE seen him perform and haven't purchased Halloween, then you are absolutely missing out on an excellent value. Kraig's excellent songs just keep on rolling out. Our very talented friend is very generous in what he shares with us on this DVD. Trust me, just buy it!!
Thanks for stopping by the Library Kraig, you made for a wonderful day.
Steve G.
Kraig, KC and heard you at One Trick Pony in Grand Rapids, MI as part of the WYCE hat trick series. KC is a programmer at WYCE and told me we needed to attend. She was right! you were awesome. Great! Knew you were very good from the first song. Will see you at the Chicago Blues Fest. Jay
Kraig,
My trip to Brasil was amazing! I saw so many beautiful sites there and the people just enhance the beauty! A country to explore with so many hidden treasures is called Brasil. I hope to share some of the many sites I visited with you.
Hope your travels have been fun and inspiring. I look forward to your visit to SW Florida again. Please call when you have time.
Dan Byrnes
Just saw you again with my daughter and her friend at Stir The Soul. Another incredible experience. Thanks so much for sharing your music with us here in Florida. Can't tell you how much it's inspired me. Enjoy your time off this summer. You will LOVE California! Just don't dissapear out there, we need you back here live! Happy trails and God bless, Elizabeth Mullen
Uh..... Schiller, you're too late!! :~)
hello, your music is fine, but please don't publish any photos of you naked!!
Hey Kraig It's Joan from Sarasota. You already know that I think your a fantastic musician and from what I can understand from your web site and our conversations; your a naturalist also interested in the good and natural things of life. I love your music and each person that I introduce it to also loves it and wants to hear more. Hope your at the market on Saturday but if not, we'll see you at the Packing House and perhaps Fogertys.
Your Devoted Fans
Caught you at Fisherman's Village last night (3-3-06)and picked up your "Pass the Hat" CD with Avery...both your act and your recording are what we folk from Maine call "wicked excellent."
hi kraig when u comin to sycamore/dekalb know ypur havin fun, keep on playin hope to see you soon big steve
Hey Kraig,I never tire of listening to you and your music.Oh my God, acoustic too! I will defintely be in the eutheric! I am so excited that you are playing so much in the Sarasota/venice area. Thank you for sharing your gift of song!
Hey man how's it going.I hope the shows are going well. It's kind of cold up here in Streamwood. I hope to see you when the weather gets warmer. Be safe and keep home in your heart. Your Spinning friend, Larry
Phil and I enjoyed seeing you again or "agin" (from Florida ya know)in Deerfield Beach. Hope the directions we gave you were good. If they were, I gave them to you, if they were bad, Phil gave them to you! Ha! I see you have fan photos on line here. Will submit a couple.. one of the Owl for sure. We might be looking for you across the state sometime. Nice site! Looks great. Love the DVD. Eti
Hey Kraig-e-poo............. I'm not avoinding your calls, I'm just not here when you call. Sorry. Try again... maybe on my cell? It must be hell sunning on the beach in Florida this time of year. NOT! Come skiing.... Bill will show you how to break your neck. (not really) If Bill can do it, then I'm going to give it a try. Here's an idea for ya: make Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious the password and we'll spell it backwards for you! NO WAY, Hosea!
~Sydd
Hope you had some nice times during the Holidays. I took time to learn a little bit about skiing and Sydd and the kids spent time with the Family in St. Louis. Come to see us if you ever get a hankering to do some skiing. This area is beautiful in winter. Best Regards, Bro Billy
Sorry not to have written for so long. Happy Holidays and have a great New Years. I hope to see you around Park Place soon.
Happy holiday Kraig from both of us hope all is well and the season is the best ever,we are looking forword to seeing you when you get back down to Fl.would love to enjoy the sunset as you serenade Pine Island Sound with "Little Martha"that sure was a beautiful night.Be safe and God Bless.Enjoy the Hoilday.Peace:)
Hi there Kraig. Didja fall off the planet??????? ;-) Sydd
Hey Kraig, I wanted to compliment you on your truly amazing work as a musician and artist. If the two didn't work together, you'd have just some a musician who plays on the street for tips. What you do penatrates the soul, you can almost feel your spirit healing when you pluck the strings. I saw you play at the Art Festival, I think in Venice this last weekend with my mom. She was a tall blonde lady who asked you to see her husband play at a gig this week, don't expect you to remember, but she was impressed as much as I was. We stayed there for half the day watching you play, god must send talent and harmony though you because your a blessed man with a such gifts. By now you must know have some kind of magic so don't you ever give it up. Lol, well you can definetly tell I'm going to see you again sometime. My names Kat' and I'll make a point of shaking your hand and giving you a smile that next sometime. Geuss I'll seeing you later. ~ Bye
Hi Kraig Just came across your site by accident.I hail from Liverpool UK and I have been playing like, forever.I thought I'd heard of most players, especially sliders, but you came as a complete surprise.But what a great surprise!.I understand you like Sonny Landreth and if that's true then I'm with you.How about you guys coming over for a tour and blowing our minds. Love the Dobro, and I might just trade in the Telecaster for one( on second thoughts I'll keep the Tele and get the Dobro).Anyway I will now try to find your DVD in the UK and spread the word. Keep Trucking Gerry
We sure had a wonderful time eating "rich people food"and watching the stars by the lake in Myakka.:)
Hey, I'm not sure if you remember me but I always used to write on here and go to your shows whenever you played at fireworks in Moline, IL. well, I was stopping in to say hey because I stubbled across "Every Precious Moment" last night and came back to listening to you all over again, I love your music.
I started playing guitar about a year ago and last night I tabbed out "Hey Brother" and "The Mystery of Life." I think I did it right because they sound like it. I hope you're coming back to the Quad Cities again soon. Cya.
-Lindsay
Sorting through CD's to add them to my iPod collection, I tripped over my copy of Somewhere in Between and proceeded to damn my weak moment when I gave my copy of "Pass the Hat" to someone. Seeking out your web page, and clicking on some of the samples I was rushed back to that hot summer afternoon in Chicago when you and Mr. Arvey rocked my blues world. My eyes tear up thinking of your skill and passion. You are truly a blessing on this earth. Never give up the magic! Thanks.
Kraig put on a great show in Salida, CO 10/22/05. He was playing a blues classic when I realized that the beat had entered the stratusphere. It was technically still conprehensible, but incredibly fast. I looked at Kraig's hands and they were not there, just a blurr. That is really exciting and fun music. Kraig's music is multidimensional touching our souls in more than a few ways. I asked the bluesman Blind Bryan Lee what he liked most about the blues one time. To paraphrase, he said it was a spiritual thing, we are going to have church in here tonight. The connection between us all in the music is something I think Kraig understands. The music is a gift and something that can be shared. This is a spiritual side of the music, I think. Thanks for your poetry in song, Kraig. You take is to a higher plane. Best Regards, Billy C
Kraig, Caught you on 10/28 in Rockford and what can I say, another great show!Especially enjoyed "Iowa" as I was born in Dubuque and can relate to those feelings. Look forward to seeing you again soon.
Hey Kraig, Good to see things are going so well for you after all these years. My kids are part of your next generation of fans ...
I heard Kraig when he played in Kenosha, Wisconsin, last evening, and was very impressed with his powerful guitar playing. I attended with a 14 year old fellow who is a wannabe guitar player, and is learning fast. Kraig was most gracious in talking with us after his playing, and I am sure that he was a great inspiration to this young man. I am looking foreward to seeing an interview Kraig also gave last evening, which is slated to be on our local tv station next Wednesday , and which was conducted by Jason Kent, who is a pretty good guitar player in his own right. Thanks again Kraig, for coming our way, and for blessing us with your wonderful music.
Kraig,
I just wanted to wish you a great vacation. My wife and I are doing wonderful. The jet skiing has been so sweet down here on the Gulf of Mexico. This past Sunday we were surrounded by dolphins searching for food. We took in some fresh Red Tide Air and actually spent some time swimming around the pools at Sanibel Harbour. You remember the place, right? Well, when you return be sure and connect with us and we will enjoy the pools. Be safe, Dan
Very great website. Keep up the good work.
Kraig, Caught your show at the Bay Furnace in Christmas Michigan. What a pleasant surprise. While camping we hear your concert in the distance. A stroll along the beach and we find you playing to an small crowd in front of the historic Bay Furnance along Munising Bay during a fantastic sunset. Thanks for a great evening. One we will never forget. Hope to catch you again soon now that you have introduced us to your music. Peace brother
Very excellent site. I will enjoy the next update.
Great performer....amazing guitar work and vocals...if you have a house concert, GET THIS GUY!!!
Hey, is the webmaster on vacation? Incorrect spelling in tour dates, looks like KK has taken over! LOL
Hi Kraig,
I heard you for the first time this morning on our morning news. I can't wait to hear you this evening at Tunes at Twilight. I really liked your music.
Hi Kraig.
We met in Tallahassee this winter when you played at the Tallahassee Museum with Steve Arvey for the Freedom Blues Fest. We drove Steve back to the Motel Six after having BBQ at a blues jam.
We didn't purchase a CD from you when we met, but we were blown away with your rendition of "Amazing Grace". It was very moving to the spirit the way you made your guitar sing like an angel. Amen!
We'd like to get a copy of whichever CD has that rendition on it. Can you email and let us know which one? Thank you, Yours in The Blues Debi Jordan / Greg Bek
Mr. Kenning, I recently saw you at Independence Grove in Libertyville. I can honestly say that your music is the best live music I've heard in a long time. You are truly inspiring. My friends and I want to say thank you for sharing your talent and music with everybody. I also think you should get in touch with Ravinia Festival in Highland Park, Illinois, and play there.
HELP!!! K-Are you playing the Wauconda Library on WEDNESDAY, August 24 or Saturday, August 27? I'd love to come see you! Aloha-Anna
Mr. Kenning, I recently saw you at the Chicago Blues Festival. You are really great, you're one of the best I've ever seen, I've seen alot of slide guitar players. Well, award-winning slide guitarist, Kraig Kenning, I thought you'd wanna know that you are now listed as one of my inspirations for writing, I wanna write the same type of stuff you do, it sounds similar to things I've writen. I bought your 2002 album, Maktub. I know all the songs, can play all of them, and know every single word, My favorite song is probably, Iowa, or, Flying High. I can relate to many of your lyrics, especially the opening line to Round and Round. You are a great songwriter, thanx for the CD and the signature, keep rockin, PEACE.
-Brandon Smith
Where is the gig on Sat 7/23/05? The phone # is for the Kenosha Public Library and Barrington says there is no Eton Park there HELP!
Dear Mr Kraig Kenning--
I saw you at Gasparilla music fest in 2005. I have recently been learning to play slide guitar and I find your music to be inspirational. I just wanted to thank you.
Cool website!
Hi, happy 4th! I saw you perform 2 years in a row at the Frontier Days in Arlington Heights. Just wanted to tell you that I think what you are doing is great and we need more people like you in the world. It is great music and you seem like a genuinely beautiful soul. Thanks for the show. :)
I am from Vegas, but I was visiting the lovely city of Chicag and caught your performance at the Custer's Last Stand Festival of the Arts in Evanston. I know Las Vegas, Nevada is a bit far, but I would love to see your performance again sometime.
Hey we saw your show last year in Linconshire. If your ever in the area stop on by and say hi!!
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We have alot of cool guitars you might like!!!!!
Good Site.
Kraig I finally got my 2nd disc Keys and Strings completed - even though it was recorded last fall. I would love to send you a copy to get your feedback about it - if you don't mind. I need some address or PO Box to send it to. Hope to catch you locally again when your in the area - I always seem to be working the night your my area. Continued success and best wishes. ric bianchi
What a great time Bruce and I had at the coffee shop! Glad to see that you have some gigs up north. Be seeing you this summer....jill
i have it
Kraig - I trust your travels have been filled with mucho gusto of all that is. I tried to enter a comment the night after your show here - to no avail (heavy sigh).
The response to your shows here on April 8th has yet to die down. I suspect I will have to answer the question "When is Kraig coming back?" at least 4 million times by November.
Thank you for everything Kraig. Please stay tuned to our website for your review in the May newsletter. You are a bro, indeed.
With unyielding gratitude - much love, Daney - Stir the Soul Coffee Hous, Vvenice, Florida.
Your music touches from my toes to my head and everthing in between
Spent some time listening to Kraig at his Cape Coral Yacht Club beach gig last February. I was on holiday visiting from Scotland. Kraig's slide guitar playing blew me away...Invested in his Maktub CD and haven't stopped playing it since. Addictive !! Come on over to the UK Kraig...
Kraig, I hope you and Misty enjoyed the BETAR a few Saturdays ago. Next time you are in town please drop by and bring Misty and we can have a bbq and hit the hot tub. Terezinha and I always welcome a nice person to our house. The look on both your faces said everything that Saturday. Feel free to come back another Saturday. Maybe next time I won't work and I can bring the Jet Ski out. May you travel safe and sound.
Dan
Hi Kraig I heard you for the first time when you were on WMNF radio in Tampa,live, during their pledge week. I was the first one to call in, and made a pledge, and recived your cd Maktub.Outstanding!When the DJ announced my pledge on the air,I heard you say,"all right Bob".That makes this album very special. I read The alchemist many years ago,but I can't remember what Maktub means.Please refresh my memory. All the best to you,and I hope to see you live the next time you are in the Tampa Bay area. Bob Goshert Sunset Beach,Treasue Island,Fl.
Kraig, Awesome, Entertaining, Uplifting, and Unique You Are! Tracy
call us again, not on the cell phone.
I heard you in Steamboat Springs a couple of years ago. Any chance you are coming back?
Kraig Caught you by accident in Ybor City (Tampa) yesterday and loved your style. Bought the PassTheHat CD and it is fabulous.
Best wishes for a great time while you are in Florida this year. Joe Dunn Tampa, FL
Hi Kraig! You never know how far reaching something you sing, say or do, today will affect the lives of many tomorrow!!! Keep Loving the world!
HOWDY FROM NORTH CAROLINA! LOVE YA
Kraig, I have been introducing friends to Maktub since we saw you in Sarasota last March (2003) while on vacation. I was happy to see that you'll be playing Sarasota again this March. We'll be there. I bought a Godin Acousitcaster based on your sound and recommendation. I've had it for 6 months, it has added everything I was looking to our little Minneapolis band. Sycronicity, believe in it!
Your Minneapolis connection, -Chris
hey this is the kid u met at the beux art show, and i as with my cousin talkin bout how trashy ashley simpson is and how music isnt as quality as it used to be. you are some of the best i have seen in a while. im going to buy ure dvd and cd at the st stephens art festival, cant wait to see u there good luck on your tour. -yannis
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