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charlene · 11-11-2012, 12:18 PM

As most of you know my name is Vickie Mullen and Ian Tyson and I have been friends for about 25 years after first meeting in Elko. Like most friendships it has its ups and downs but supporting or trying to change each others choices has always been part of it.

When the "new voice" became a reality and was not going away I was very proud that Ian did not give up and continue to write. When he decided to produce and distribute his own product while in his mid-70's Hitching Post Supply (my company) was glad to help.

His friends and fans continued to support him through sell-out shows, buying books, music and DVDs to which he and I are very grateful. Now another phone call has come from my friend that has left me smiling but never speechless. He has had throat surgery and vocal lessons and sounds just wonderful. No more of the gritty, grainy, and more authentic voice the reviews wrote about the Raven Singer.

The new year will start with yet another voice for Ian. We have yet to hear what singing will be but great things are anticipated. I am over the moon, over the rainbow and just thrilled. In fact he did say I could stop gushing and going on about it. For a little longer he needs to rest his voice and work on his lessons but he just sounds incredible and very happy. So as many of us approach Thanksgiving this year I am giving thanks for yet another "new" voice for Ian.

11-11-2012, 12:18 PM	#4
charlene Moderator Join Date: May 2000 Posts: 16,001	Re: Ian Tyson recuperates from vocal chord surgery As most of you know my name is Vickie Mullen and Ian Tyson and I have been friends for about 25 years after first meeting in Elko. Like most friendships it has its ups and downs but supporting or trying to change each others choices has always been part of it. When the "new voice" became a reality and was not going away I was very proud that Ian did not give up and continue to write. When he decided to produce and distribute his own product while in his mid-70's Hitching Post Supply (my company) was glad to help. His friends and fans continued to support him through sell-out shows, buying books, music and DVDs to which he and I are very grateful. Now another phone call has come from my friend that has left me smiling but never speechless. He has had throat surgery and vocal lessons and sounds just wonderful. No more of the gritty, grainy, and more authentic voice the reviews wrote about the Raven Singer. The new year will start with yet another voice for Ian. We have yet to hear what singing will be but great things are anticipated. I am over the moon, over the rainbow and just thrilled. In fact he did say I could stop gushing and going on about it. For a little longer he needs to rest his voice and work on his lessons but he just sounds incredible and very happy. So as many of us approach Thanksgiving this year I am giving thanks for yet another "new" voice for Ian.