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Transcript: Feb 14, 2001 Rick Springfield chat
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Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:01:37 PM> Rick Springfield:Happy Valentine's Day everyone!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:02:05 PM> amys:Rick, was it your idea to play guitar during the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:02:38 PM> Rick Springfield:They suggested it and I thought it would be a good idea.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:02:57 PM> Jody MI:What did Rick get for Valentine's Day?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:03:13 PM> weezer:Do you play any songs from the Alive album during EFX?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:03:21 PM> Rick Springfield:Nothing, so far.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:03:35 PM> Rick Springfield:Human Touch.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:03:36 PM> Pink Courage:Rick..when will the EFX CD come out????
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:04:03 PM> laurenlv:EFX is such a physical show and you entered it right after coming off tour. Were you surprised at the physicality and how have you trained for it?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:04:25 PM> Rick Springfield:No, I don't know, we're still working to get the show up and running and then we'll work on the CD.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:05:25 PM> shutrbug:Anna in Cool, CA wants to know what audience interaction can we expect in EFX?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:05:32 PM> Rick Springfield:I was surprised at the physicality of it, plus we've upped the energy of the show. I worked out on the road preparing for this show.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:06:09 PM> Rick Springfield:As much as we can give.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:06:44 PM> Renata:What's the funniest thing that has happened so far, during the show (unexpected)
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:07:34 PM> irishcc:RICK? BE MY VALENTINE???
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:07:47 PM> Rick Springfield:One of the stunt guys fell off a mountain...the good news is he wasn't hurt.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:08:04 PM> Rick Springfield:I'll have to talk to my wife!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:08:06 PM> rosieh88:how different is this show from what you are use to doing? Such as concerts and tv shows.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:08:11 PM> Pink Courage:is rick in this room?????
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:08:52 PM> Rick Springfield:There's a lot of similarities...there's acting and performing and they're very much the same.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:08:58 PM> BoDee:Namaste' Rick ~ I was wondering which of your EFX characters you most identify with on a personal level?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:09:04 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, I'm in the room!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:09:13 PM> Eclectic:CAN YOU HEAR US?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:09:41 PM> leopard pants:Hi Rick! What is your favorite city to tour on and is there one show that is most memorable to you?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:10:11 PM> Anna:Do you plan to tour after you're done in Vegas?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:10:14 PM> Rick Springfield:Probably Houdini, because I've read a lot about him and he was a very loving man.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:10:21 PM> Rick Springfield:LOUD AND CLEAR, BABY!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:10:24 PM> Easyz:Happy Valentines Day - what a great gift from you !!!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:10:43 PM> thehumantouch100:Rick, I'd like to know where you get the guitars you refinish? I'd like to make you a special one.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:10:57 PM> George in NJ:IS there any possiblity of you writting more new songs for the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:10:58 PM> Rick Springfield:All cities are all pretty exciting, they've all had their high points.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:11:10 PM> LivinNoz:How does it feel to be living in Las Vegas?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:11:47 PM> Rick Springfield:I'll be touring during Vegas and you can go to RickSpringfield.com for the dates.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:11:47 PM> RSkarma1:Are you gambling at all while you are staying in Vegas?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:12:12 PM> Rick Springfield:They're Yamaha Pacificas...and we get a special deal from Yamaha on them.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:12:30 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, I'm thinking about that now, actually.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:12:44 PM> shutrbug:Anna Groves in Cool, CA wants to know... Rick if you had to pick only one of your songs for the world to hear, which would it be and why?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:13:02 PM> jan:will you announce the winner of the contest ????
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:13:12 PM> Christy in Atl:We always see you in glasses off stage, do you wear contacts on stage?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:13:13 PM> Rick Springfield:It's great, but I'm working most of the time.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:13:22 PM> oops:Rick, is this a show that kids would like? Is it suitable for my 8 yr old? (who by the way is a huge fan too!)...Vicki in NC
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:13:31 PM> Rick Springfield:I don't gamble, I work here.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:13:46 PM> NC:How do you spend your "down time" while you're away from your family?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:14:19 PM> pammypampam:When will you be announcing the winner of the drawing?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:14:20 PM> Rick Springfield:"My Father's Chair," because so many people relate to it.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:14:36 PM> Rick Springfield:I don't wear contacts on stage, I don't need them.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:14:54 PM> Rick Springfield:I'll announce the winner of the contest before the end of the chat.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:15:11 PM> Rick Springfield:Absolutely, my show is suitable for an 8-year old.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:15:28 PM> Rick Springfield:I'm usually working, but I write otherwise.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:15:32 PM> roxy1095:How long will you be performing in EFX Alive?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:15:52 PM> Dee:What do your sons think of the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:15:59 PM> Rick Springfield:My contract is for one year.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:16:19 PM> Rick Springfield:They actually loved it.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:16:22 PM> ladyfriend27:WILL YOU BE DOING ANY MOVIES AFTER THIS?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:16:36 PM> Rick Springfield:It's wide open.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:16:38 PM> Terri:How do you feel when you find out fans wait days sometimes for a good seat at a general admission show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:16:51 PM> NewYorker:When could we find you in the nearest Starbucks?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:17:08 PM> Rick Springfield:I'm very flattered.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:17:10 PM> jan:what is your favorite song to sing on stage ??
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:17:16 PM> oops:Whats the plan for 2002?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:17:21 PM> Rick Springfield:In about an hour!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:17:37 PM> Rick Springfield:"Free" and "Love Somebody."
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:17:52 PM> Emerald:What is your favorite book?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:18:03 PM> MKASUNIC:If EFX keeps getting the excellent reviews we have been reading, would you do a second year if ask?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:18:04 PM> Rick Springfield:New album, new tour...and maybe TV and movies.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:18:18 PM> Lisa:What is your fav song in EFX?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:18:44 PM> Rick Springfield:There's too many favorite books to mention.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:19:03 PM> Rick Springfield:I'll have to wait until the end of the first year to figure out the answer to that.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:19:14 PM> Tweety4me:You look just as great as you did 20 years ago, what's your secret?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:20:07 PM> Rick Springfield:Keeping passionate about what I do.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:20:11 PM> PamB:Do you take vitamins daily???
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:20:22 PM> jwalton22:Has your mom been able to see EFX yet?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:20:32 PM> Rick Springfield:I take them now and then, when I feel I need them.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:20:47 PM> pammypampam:Do you sing Jessie's girl in the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:20:51 PM> Rick Springfield:No, she's coming out in May.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:21:02 PM> Lena:Rick - Thanks for being here! It's seems as if you have "done it all" - What, if anything, do you hope to yet accomplish in your lifetime? (not necessarily career-related)
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:21:40 PM> Rick Springfield:Sometimes we touch upon on a couple of songs.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:22:02 PM> Dymphna:how do you drink your green tea
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:22:48 PM> Heathe2424:Is you schedule hard to get use to?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:23:19 PM> Rick Springfield:I'd like to be involved with writing a Broadway show.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:23:19 PM> Cassie:did you pick out your costume for the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:23:25 PM> Rick Springfield:Hot and straight.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:23:47 PM> pammypampam:Do you plan on doing more live chats?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:23:47 PM> Rick Springfield:No, it's a fairly easy schedule, actually...it's easier than being on the road.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:24:03 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, I helped pick out my costumes.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:24:11 PM> dacoadmo:have you gotten used to the nightlife of las vegas??
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:24:17 PM> Rick Springfield:Sure, yea, why not.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:24:58 PM> Easyz:Have you ever wanted to go play with the lions in the exhibit in the hotel ??
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:25:00 PM> Rick Springfield:The nightlife is my show and then I go to bed.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:25:43 PM> Heidi:Do you ever feel overwhelmed by all the attention we (your fans) give you?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:25:56 PM> Rick Springfield:Sure, I love the Lion Habitat, but they won't let me in with the lions.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:26:02 PM> ladyfriend27:WHAT ACTOR /ARTIST WOULD YOU REALLY LOVE TO COLLABORATE WITH
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:26:07 PM> Rick Springfield:Only on webchats.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:26:29 PM> Perrie:What do you do to relax?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:26:43 PM> pammypampam:What's the biggest special efffect in the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:26:57 PM> Rick Springfield:Paul McCartney.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:27:07 PM> Rick Springfield:Webchats.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:27:24 PM> Rick Springfield:The mountains collapsing.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:27:30 PM> roxy1095:Would you ever consider coming back to NYC and doing more Broadway?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:27:46 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, very much so.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:27:52 PM> kellynryan:What is your favorite place to vacation?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:28:19 PM> RickMagnet:How's Liam's band doing? Any gigs yet?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:28:21 PM> Rick Springfield:Hawaii and Australia.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:28:57 PM> RoxanneT:What movies have you seen lately
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:29:15 PM> Rick Springfield:No, they're still rehearsing. We have a soundproof room in the house now, so they can practice anytime they want.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:29:25 PM> djgab:Would you ever consider going back to live in Australia?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:29:30 PM> Rick Springfield:"Little Nicky" five times.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:29:41 PM> dinabacon:Do you ever do any SCUBA diving?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:29:47 PM> Rick Springfield:Not without my family, no.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:30:01 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, in Hawaii.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:30:31 PM> Joanne:A silly fan question here, Rick--what's your favorite food?? :-)
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:30:33 PM> Rick Springfield:I LOVE YOU GUYS!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:30:52 PM> Lisa:What cd's do you like to listen to? (besides yours)
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:31:05 PM> Rick Springfield:I like Japanese cuisine.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:31:23 PM> Rick Springfield:I listen to everything!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:31:37 PM> leslie:Where is your favorite place to eat in Vegas?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:31:51 PM> sushi girl:I hear you are a big sushi fan! Is it true? LOL
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:32:17 PM> Rick Springfield:All the restaurants in the hotel, they're awesome...that's as far as I've gotten.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:32:26 PM> SmileRls:How do you relate to the husbands in the bunch who deal with crazy Rick Fan wives??
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:32:39 PM> Rick Springfield:I like cooked Japanese food!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:32:47 PM> pammypampam:What do you like most about the MGM?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:32:51 PM> Rick Springfield:I think they must be saints!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:02 PM> xanadu:What is one thing you could never live without?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:10 PM> Rick Springfield:Great restaurants.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:14 PM> u2philly:How do you feel about the boybands of today?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:19 PM> Rick Springfield:My family.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:24 PM> agerilyn:so if we hang around the MGM do we have a good chance of seeing you
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:36 PM> Rick Springfield:I hear some great songs.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:46 PM> Rick Springfield:Absolutely!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:33:48 PM> Tina34:Any chance of a duet with a famous female artist?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:34:38 PM> Jacky97:Ever think about a suprise return to general hospital again?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:34:58 PM> Rick Springfield:Very possibly, you must be thinking of "Forever."
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:34:58 PM> nlouvar:Do you mind fans coming up to you if we run into you at the MGM for a photo or to say hello?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:35:22 PM> JEN4RICK:What is your biggest fear? bugs, snakes, heights?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:35:23 PM> Rick Springfield:I did just then.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:35:34 PM> Rick Springfield:No, I love it!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:35:50 PM> LisainToledo:Do you take roses from the audience to "explode" in EFX?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:36:13 PM> Rick Springfield:Buttons freak me out.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:36:22 PM> Debbie Smith:If anyone was visiting Las Vegas, what would you recommend they see.... besides EFX Alive.?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:36:28 PM> Peaches:How do I cure my wifes obsession with you? LOL
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:36:30 PM> Rick Springfield:You'll have to come and see, I can't give anything away.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:36:48 PM> Kimberly:I first saw you in concert when I was in the fourth grade. I have seen you four times since. What was your first concert, and how old were you?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:37:16 PM> Lusty:Are the audiences for EFX "calmer" than at your concerts?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:37:18 PM> Rick Springfield:De La Guarda.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:37:59 PM> Rick Springfield:Treat her well on Valentine's Day.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:38:18 PM> Rick Springfield:It was Dusty Springfield and I was about 12.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:38:25 PM> jwalton22:Do you plan on catching any of the Elton John/Billy Joel show? Do you llike their music?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:39:08 PM> Rick Springfield:The audience is in a 1,700 seat theatre in chairs, which is a different environment than my concerts.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:39:33 PM> Rick Springfield:I'm a big Elton John fan, but they're playing at the same time I am.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:39:36 PM> darlene:Do you have a lot of interaction with the audience in EFX like you do at your concerts?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:39:48 PM> Lena:Do you ever watch yourself perform (videos, tv shows, etc.?)?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:40:05 PM> RoxanneT:So who was your 1st crush?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:40:35 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, as much as I can and the entire cast of EFX interacts with the audience a great deal, more than any previous EFX show.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:40:40 PM> ladyfriend27:DO YOU FEEL THE LOVE IN THE ROOM TONIGHT?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:40:55 PM> Rick Springfield:No, I find that hard to do, I'm too critical.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:41:03 PM> Rick Springfield:Haley Mills.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:41:13 PM> japped:Where do you see yourself in 15 years?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:41:29 PM> Rick Springfield:Elton? I love you, man!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:41:51 PM> Cath:Do you have plans to do any more in store record signings?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:42:06 PM> Rick Springfield:I'm standing in the field of all possibilities.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:42:20 PM> Tracey:How did you come by the last name Springfield?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:42:37 PM> Rick Springfield:March 24th, at the Virgin Megastore at the Forum Shops here in Las Vegas...and there will be more coming.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:42:45 PM> oops:Did Jessie ever find out you wanted his girlfriend?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:43:09 PM> Lisa:How can we best help promote Alive?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:43:27 PM> rsjunkie:Where do you get all your energy? You never seem to stop!!Your fans appreciate it!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:43:28 PM> Rick Springfield:It was changed when I was 15, by a guy in a band with me, that went to Vietnam.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:43:54 PM> Rick Springfield:Never, and I'll keep it secret 'till I die!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:44:13 PM> travisp:what size shoes do you wear?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:44:14 PM> Rick Springfield:By driving the radio stations crazy...you guys rock!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:44:24 PM> Rick Springfield:I get it from you guys!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:44:28 PM> CONNI:Rick, do you belive in your guardian angels???
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:44:34 PM> Rick Springfield:Size 11.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:44:54 PM> Rick Springfield:Something like that.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:44:57 PM> stayczz:I read once that your favorite movie was Clock Work Orange is this true?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:45:14 PM> Rick Springfield:It's one of them.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:45:18 PM> Perrie:Who was your inspiration?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:45:39 PM> micbrat1:Do you play any sports?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:46:16 PM> ige4rls2001:Did you watch all three versions of EFX before making decisions about yours?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:46:27 PM> Rick Springfield:Many, many people...my dad, Paul McCartney, Bing Crosby, Frank Sinatra, Rogers 
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:46:59 PM> Rick Springfield:I used to motorcycle ride until I had a terrible accident. Now I play whatever my kids need me to play.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:47:21 PM> Beamer:Which city were you born in?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:48:21 PM> sushi girl:Do you still jog?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:48:30 PM> chf:does your mom still live in Australia?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:48:47 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes and I liked the possibilites of what I could do in it. I was blown away by the show when I first saw it and it gave me the chance to do things I love to do like writing, performing and acting.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:48:52 PM> Rinniepants:What kind of merchandise will be available for us to buy at EFX ???
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:48:53 PM> Rick Springfield:Sydney.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:49:01 PM> Rick Springfield:No, I perform instead now.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:49:12 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, she does.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:50:03 PM> Dawn:What is your all time favorite color, we have heard several different ones?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:50:15 PM> Rick Springfield:A whole bunch of new t-shirts, hats and memorabilia and it's all available right outside the EFX Theatre. You can also find it all at RickSpringfield.com and soon on MGMGrand.com. 
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:50:33 PM> Jewels:Do you enjoy performing now, more than you did in the 80's?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:50:53 PM> Rick Springfield:Aqua...no wait Purple...no wait Black...I don't know!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:51:09 PM> Rick Springfield:Much, much more!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:51:17 PM> Emerald:What has been your happiest momnet as a dad?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:51:37 PM> Jody MI:Have any of your band members seen EFX yet? And, what do they think of it?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:51:49 PM> Rick Springfield:Honestly, it's continual.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:52:13 PM> LvMoonLyte:Was there ever any outfit that when you look back on wearing it, you think "what was I thinking?"
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:52:14 PM> Rick Springfield:A lot of them have seen and they were blown away by it.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:52:44 PM> suzyphotog:How are the fans different today then in the 80's?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:52:58 PM> Rick Springfield:You must be referring to the Fred Flintstone outfit!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:53:03 PM> Dymphna:what kind of dog is Scooby?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:53:32 PM> Rick Springfield:It's much more fun now, because I can actually talk to the fans.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:53:35 PM> pipstew:Did you ever imagine your fans would still be so strong for you after all these years? YOU ROCK RICK!!!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:53:41 PM> Rick Springfield:A big mix.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:54:10 PM> T:Do you prefer performing in large or small venues?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:54:12 PM> Rick Springfield:No, I'm constantly amazed by my fans.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:54:55 PM> ladyfriend27:WHATS YOUR BIGGEST PET PEEVE? (we love you rick!!)
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:55:15 PM> Rick Springfield:As far as live performances go, they both have their plusses.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:55:47 PM> JEN4RICK:What is the funniest thing a fan has ever given you?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:56:04 PM> Rick Springfield:When Starbucks is out of my favorite, Soy Chai Tea!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:56:11 PM> Rae in Seattle:What do you do with all the stuff that your fans give you?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:56:57 PM> Anne A:what was your inspiration for EFX Alive theme FOLLOW YOUR HEART?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:57:12 PM> Rick Springfield:A full-size paper mache 3D clock of Scooby.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:57:27 PM> Rick Springfield:I keep some stuff and the other stuff I give to charity.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:57:33 PM> TMPedersen:Do you ever read your messages on RickSpringfield.com?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:58:02 PM> Rick Springfield:It came out of the song "Rhythm of the Beat" and it's a personal philosophy of mine.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:58:03 PM> Isaboe:Did you ever think you would get a tattoo?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:58:08 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, I do.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:58:22 PM> itsa:What would you like your fans to know about you?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:59:04 PM> Rick Springfield:I planned on getting one, I was just waiting for the right moment.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:59:11 PM> darlene:Do you have only one tatoo?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:59:24 PM> Rick Springfield:It depends on what you don't know!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:59:27 PM> Dawn:Is Scooby in Vegas with you?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:59:42 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, they said you can never stop at one, but I'm proof that you can!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 07:59:52 PM> cain:which is your favorite guitar?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:00:01 PM> Rick Springfield:Unfortunately not, he has a gambling problem.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:00:04 PM> Beamer:I saw EFX last year in April........do you think you have given it another dimension?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:00:41 PM> Rick Springfield:GMP is making me a dragon guitar, which I'll be playing in the show soon.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:01:51 PM> Cath:Are you getting used to the NY City skyline outside of your hotel window?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:03:05 PM> Rick Springfield:I think it's changed dramatically, while still keeping all the special effects. We've upped the energy a lot with some great new songs, a lot of dancing and simplifying the storyline. Jerry Mitchell is the director and choreographer of the show, he has an extensive Broadway background and he's a very talented guy. He currently has the "Rocky Horror Picture Show" and "The Full Monty" on Broadway.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:03:27 PM> NewYorker:Do you like to dance?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:03:37 PM> Rick Springfield:It still freaks me out.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:03:52 PM> LivinNoz:Do you ever have time to surf the net?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:03:57 PM> Rick Springfield:Do I what?!?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:04:12 PM> Carolyn:Did you have opening night jitters?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:04:14 PM> Rick Springfield:No.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:04:54 PM> Rick Springfield:Not really, I just get excited!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:05:07 PM> xanadu:Do you like any musicals? Is that why you were attracted to EFX?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:05:44 PM> dacoadmo:Do you smash any guitars in EFX?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:06:14 PM> Rick Springfield:EFX is more than a musical, I did a bit on Broadway last year, and that was exciting. I've always liked musicals.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:06:25 PM> springfield freak:Did you pick out your costumes for EFX Alive? I love those leather pants!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:06:31 PM> Rick Springfield:When the spirit moves me, you'll have to come see for yourself.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:06:43 PM> Rinniepants:Just how many guitars do you have ???
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:06:52 PM> Rick Springfield:The leather pants are mine.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:06:58 PM> agerilyn:how magnificaint is the MGM
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:07:06 PM> Rick Springfield:About 50.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:07:49 PM> Kathy:What do you do during the day before the shows begin?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:08:02 PM> Rick Springfield:Do you work for the MGM? It's pretty amazing.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:08:11 PM> Rick Springfield:Sleep.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:08:39 PM> debit4rls:Why did you decide to add Houdini back into EFX?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:09:34 PM> SmileRls:When do you have time to write??
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:10:08 PM> Kristys:When did you start rehersals for the EFX show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:10:18 PM> Rick Springfield:It was always meant to be in the show, there were some technical difficulties. We decided to make it a love story and wrote a new song for it, which is a duet with the character Bess.I
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:10:40 PM> Rick Springfield:I have time during the day, I've already started.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:10:47 PM> oops:Can we do this once a month? PLEASE!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:10:47 PM> Rick Springfield:November.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:11:08 PM> Lisa:Do you have a piano in your hotel room?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:11:08 PM> Rick Springfield:No!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:11:19 PM> TEENA:How do you feel about all the "PYRO" in the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:11:34 PM> Rick Springfield:I have a keyboard and a couple of guitars.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:11:48 PM> leslie:How many times do you recommend for your fans to come out to see the show?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:11:54 PM> Rick Springfield:Sometimes it's scary, when it's too close...pyro is always exciting.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:12:28 PM> RobynP:Do you miss the goatee??? I love the way you look both ways!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:12:29 PM> Rick Springfield:Once a week, at least!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:13:07 PM> cheryl:When will you be announcing a winner? Just anxious
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:13:08 PM> Rick Springfield:I do, a bit. My kids hate it that I shave.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:13:48 PM> beetlel:do you get to go home on the days the show is closed?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:14:37 PM> Rae in Seattle:What are you doing for your birthday? It looks like EFX is dark that week!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:14:38 PM> Rick Springfield:I will announce the very special winner in 10 minutes, hang on!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:14:58 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes I do, I commute.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:15:18 PM> Rick Springfield:No it's not, I will be celebrating it onstage!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:15:41 PM> Rhonda_Hunt:How does it feel to see your face EVERYWHERE at the MGM Grand?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:15:56 PM> Hineyduckhiss:Did you ever dream of another career??
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:15:56 PM> Rick Springfield:It's scaring me!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:16:09 PM> xanadu:What's your favorite song to perform live?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:16:16 PM> Rick Springfield:I wouldn't mind being a vet.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:16:20 PM> BlondeMix:Do you ride in a limo sometimes?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:16:42 PM> Rick Springfield:Here, yes I do, quite a bit.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:16:45 PM> Lisa:Did you ever regret it after you smash a guitar?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:17:11 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, when it's one I really like and I have broken a few I've really liked and I was sorry.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:17:13 PM> nlouvar:Don't you ever get tired?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:17:19 PM> cain:Do you like to pick guitar at home, when you are doing nothing?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:17:24 PM> Rick Springfield:Of what?!?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:17:47 PM> Rick Springfield:If there's a guitar around, I'll always pick it up.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:18:46 PM> vivrsfan:did you enjoy collaborating with Bill Wray?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:18:50 PM> Cath:Do you prefer acoustic or electric guitar?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:19:17 PM> Anne A:is there any place in the world you would love to visit?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:19:41 PM> Rick Springfield:Bill is the musical director of the show and he's a great guy.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:19:56 PM> sushi girl:Do you enjoy hearing the fans' stories?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:20:03 PM> Rick Springfield:There's no way to answer that, they're so different.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:20:16 PM> Rick Springfield:I haven't been to Africa yet.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:20:31 PM> dacoadmo:Do you still have your orange jumpsuit from concerts? --LOL
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:20:33 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes I do, I've heard some pretty amazing ones, actually.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:20:43 PM> Lisa:Is there anywhere you would like to perform, that you haven't yet?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:21:00 PM> Rick Springfield:No, I left it in a hotel room somewhere.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:21:06 PM> Lisa_in_WI:Will any of your broken guitars be available to buy?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:21:29 PM> Rick Springfield:I've never toured as a solo artist in Australia.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:21:33 PM> kareau:Do you write most of your songs on the piano or the guitar?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:21:43 PM> Shinyblackpantslover:What is your latest cd purchase?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:22:04 PM> Rick Springfield:I just signed a bunch of them and we'll be putting them on the website. We figured rather than throwing them out, we'd give fans a chance to have them.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:22:43 PM> Rick Springfield:Mainly the guitar, but I always use the keyboards at some point.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:22:52 PM> Rick Springfield:Yardbirds Greatest Hits.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:22:53 PM> kidsbreeze2:Did you like the framed picture you were given after the Studio 54 concert?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:23:33 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, it was really cool, thanks!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:23:47 PM> sunny:Do you like chocolate?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:24:14 PM> ladyfriend27:DOES ANY OF YOUR INSPIRATION COME FROM DREAMS(WHILE SLEEPING)
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:24:30 PM> Rick Springfield:Is that a trick question? I do, I'm a chocoholic.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:24:36 PM> RobynP:Do you think EFX is ok for young children to see or is it frightening for them?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:24:42 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, often.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:25:08 PM> Toast:Do you write the melody first and then the lyrics or lyrics first then the melody?
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:26:02 PM> Rick Springfield:Yes, I think kids would love it, it's really up to the parents discretion, but the kids do need to be at least 5 to see the show.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:26:18 PM> Rick Springfield:When they come, they come and when they don't, they don't.
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:28:16 PM> Rick Springfield:I'd like to thank everyone for joining me today, Valentine's Day, for the MGM Grand's first ever online chat. (drumroll please) I have the lucky winners name right here: Gloria Jumper-Bigham from Illinois!!! CONGRATULATIONS and see you at the show, Gloria!!!
Wed Feb 14, 2001 08:28:29 PM> Rick Springfield:Are you out there, Gloria?
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