Robert Fripp

Robert Fripp's Diary

Thursday 08 November 2012

Bredonborough NightAdventures recording with David

09.13

Bredonborough.

NightAdventures: recording with David Bowie; in the open air, on the street. Using a copy Les Paul with an action too-low to truly sound the notes. My playing was rather wild, something like on Fashion. And from this to other adventures…

Rising at 07.30. No WillyFred hurtling into action this morning. Wilf was in the kitchen, waiting for the Fruit Whose Name Should Not Be Spoke.

Into the Cellar I…

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II...

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… for morning reading…

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10.22 Following on from the published first edition of 1956, visiting the original The Dramatic Universe from March 1952. Both have their value IMO.

11.20 Computing away.

Action on the unauthorised electronic publication of four JG Bennett books by Bennett Books (cf this Diary yesterday). When the Estate and myself became aware of this, we both independently acted to remove the e-titles...

From: CCare NBN
Date: November 7, 2012, 1:26:56 PM EST
To: BenBennett
Subject: RE: rights violations
Dear Mr. Bennett,
We contacted the publisher's representative who has agreed to remove the 5 isbns in question from sale.  All E-vendors (such as Amazon, Nook etc. etc.) have been instructed to remove the book from sale.  Each vendor has its own processes so please keep in mind that they will not all react at the same time but soon these isbns should not be showing up for sales under our company name as the distributor
The isbns in question are:...
I hope this addresses your concerns.
Best,
VP Customer Service
Customer Service Department
National Book Network

I contacted Grayzone, a leading industry player who act for Panegyric and DGM in respect of online piracy and copyright violation. The reply...

Wed, Nov 7, 2012
We will issue the notices for removal and will keep you fully apprised.
Best regards, Doug Kassem
President GrayZone, Inc.

Not good.

11.35 To get lunch for the Minx.

12.45 And off for a hot date with my Wife. Yippee!

18.30 First adventure: the Belvere Gallery near Worcester. Recommended for a visit.

Then into Worcester for a walking-around to new places, and a favourite old place: the Chocolate Deli  I…

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II...

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Back to e-flurrying after a gentle afternoon.

20.19 Shopping and a walk….

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… returning to a Concoction of Wonder: Minx Margarita.
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