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Thursday, June 22, 2006

The Old Yaminion

The madness has truly hit: We've heard from people in 32 states, Canada and Germany, all ordering copies of the July issue of Richmond magazine, which hits stands today in the greater Richmond area. If you haven't heard, it has Our Boy Elliott Yamin on the cover. The story -- which follows him from Richmond to L.A. -- goes into E's background (43 jobs!) and his future (very bright). So far, copies are still available, but there's no telling for how long.

We've also had record traffic on our Web site, and at the moment, I can't even open the page. As a result, it's possible that no one's reading this blog post. Still, it's been fun to hear from the callers. You guys are definitely enthusiastic, and we've been impressed with how far away some of you live (I've personally taken calls from Arizona and California). One person we spoke to said Elliott's the best thing since sliced bread and Elvis. We like him too.

UPDATE: We're up to 38 states and the District of Columbia, as of Friday afternoon.

53 Comments:

At Fri Jun 23, 10:15:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I assure you that a lot of us are reading this blog. I'm in Manila and I know about this issue. I've begged a friend who lives in VA to get a copy for me but I'm not sure she'll succeed. Google trends show that the most searches for "Elliott Yamin" come from the Philippines, by the way. Either the most or we're second only to Virginia. Elliott must go here!

Thank you for featuring Elliott. He is loved the world over.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:21:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I was so excited to see that I could purchase copies of this mag, even though I live in California!
I will be waiting, rather impatiently, for them to arrive.
Elliott has touched many people with his beautiful voice and his humble demeanor. Like his dear mama(we LOVE Mama Yamin too!) said, "The talent is a given...he is such a GOOD SOUL".
We Yaminions are thrilled to be able to follow what will, no doubt, be an amazing career, from its very inception.
Everything about Elliott is endearing. He is an absolute DOLL! A humble man with a great gift. A handsome man, with a sweet shyness that only makes us love him even more.
Oh well, I could go on all day.
Again, thank you for making this mag available to all!!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:26:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

is there ANY WAY copies could reach the Philippines? thanks for featuring Elliott in your magazine. it just shows how much he is loved in your city... and now you've discovered how many more fans he has from all over the world!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:28:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you so much from all of the Yaminions! We were so excited when we found about this issue. I'm waiting, impatiently, to receive my copy in the mail.

Elliott has touched the hearts of people all over the world. I'm so glad you decided to feature him in your magazine.

Thanks again! Yaminions love you guys. :)

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:33:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

E fans come from much further. I'm from Peru and I just like him so much... and I know there are fans all over Philippines, Thailand, France, Italy, Venezuela, etc. He had got everywhere and to every kind of people: kids, teens, adults, oldies, girls and guys (I myself am a man)... he's awesome and the article was great!
-jabu

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:35:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

It is unfair that Richmonders have easy access to this magazine! Us from other states have to depend on the USPS to deliver it to our doors. (Not that there's anything wrong with that...) Great job, Richmond Magazine, for featuring Elliott Yamin in your mag. He's an amazing person and is truly deserving of everyone's support as he continues to pursue his dreams.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:36:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I'm sorry. I must add that he is INCREDIBLY HOTT!!!!!

That's all for now...

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:39:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you SO much for featuring Elliott! I'm a Yaminion from the Philippines, and I'm just so happy about all this exposure for him. I'm asking my relatives in the US to get the magazine for me, and here's hoping there are some copies left! Thank you again and more power to you. I Love Elliott, I Love Richmond!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:45:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you so much for an awesome article on an amazing entertainer. His true fans, the Yaminions, are hungry for any news we can get while we anxiously await his CD. I hope you'll do another article after the tour is done and he's in the recording studio. We'll need it to tide us over!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 10:54:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thanks so much for featuring Elliott in you magazine!! All of his YAMINIONS felt that he was let down by the media while on the show...other then in his super supportive home State of Virginia. He should be so proud of all he has acomplished so far and of the love he is getting from Home and around the world. I know Yaminions who come from Canada, Phillipines, U.K, China and Australia!! How fantasitic is that?

 
At Fri Jun 23, 11:06:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

New York here and there aren't words that adequately describe how much I love this man's voice. I'm thrilled to see him on another magazine cover. I have my tickets for two American Idol concerts and I can't wait to hear Richmond's most famous citizen singing live. And as as American Idol is concerned, he was robbed.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 11:07:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I live in Brooklyn, NY. I heard that maybe Barnes and Noble would carry your magazine. Is this true?

If not, where can I buy it here in NYC?

Thanks.

BEN MARAY

 
At Fri Jun 23, 11:19:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank y'all so much for working so hard to make this issue available to Yaminions all over! I can't wait to receive my copy.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 01:18:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank ya'll so much for allowing us "out-of-staters" to purchase the mag. We're all so hungry out here for news of Elliott...CAN NOT wait to see him (and the others, I suppose) on tour this summer! I live in Texas, but will surely visit your beautiful city someday. Ya'll were so sweet on the phone...just like Elliott! He's the "real deal" and will be around for a very long time, I'm positive! Can't wait for HIS CD and HIS own TOUR!!!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 01:18:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I see at least three Elliott fans from the Philippines have posted comments already... ;-)

He really should come and do a concert here in Manila! Those Google Trends are very telling!

A fellow E-Fan from Richmond was kind enough to mail her extra copy to my aunt in the U.S.! I can't wait for it to get to me!!! From all I've heard, it's a great article with lots of NEW info! Thanks for asking the right questions! :)

 
At Fri Jun 23, 01:21:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Nothing but praise to Richmond Mag for this classy article on our man, Elliott. His character, humble spirit, and the amazing gift of his voice have touched so many lives here in the States and around the world (not to mention being a total hottie). Beautifully done article that just highlights what a exceptional human being he is. Hats off for a job well done, and hope you'll continue to keep up with E and his burgeoning career. He star will only to continue to rise...

 
At Fri Jun 23, 01:41:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thanks Richmond Magazine for such a great, in depth piece on Elliott! I am so proud of our hometown boy and so proud of Richmond Magazine, both for the article and for the gracious welcome to E-Train members all around the world! They have so enjoyed talking to the folks from your publication while ordering their copy of this issue!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 01:45:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Another International fan here requesting for a copy to be sent! I live in Vietnam..and it doesnt really matter how much I pay..it's soo worth it! I love E and can't get enough of him. Do we send you an email for a request? Thanks!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 01:51:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

California resident here! One of the many people who flooded your office with requests for June & july issues!! I am anxiously awaiting my copies in the mail! Thank you for your articles on our man Elliott! We can't get enough of him!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 01:59:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

nyc here---just ordered several copies for myself and some of my friends.....thanks so much for the article....and for filling the gap until we can hear him again

 
At Fri Jun 23, 02:17:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Well hopefully you will see there's a market for an E Magazine. Think of all the monthly subscriptions for an all E Magazine. And when there's no new monthly content to report about, no one will complain if the magazine full of photo layouts.

:)

 
At Fri Jun 23, 02:20:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I have just spoken to a lovely lady who will send the mags to me in London UK!! Yes, London loves Elliott too!
Any news about Elliott is greatly appreciated. Thank you so much for allowing the international Etrain-Yaminions to share in the E-love!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 02:25:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

The only thing I'd like to say is THANK YOU SO MUCH for doing that article about Elliott. We look forward to hearing/reading again about him next time.

Lots of love for Elliott from the Philippines.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 02:26:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Elliott Yamin is the most gorgeous man I've ever encountered--in every way--and I'm so grateful to you for making this magazine available to us in Florida. His whole being radiates so much beauty and soul that it brings me to tears. The combination of his sweetness, humility, true manhood, love, humor is so rare-and his magnificent voice is only the icing on the cake. God bless you for sharing him with the rest of us!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 02:43:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Just ordered my copy, but was fortunate enough to get a sneak peak at this fantastic article. The details of this man's humility, talent, and loving spirit shone through brilliantly - I savored every sentence and wanted more (please? write some more about him, pretty please?). Thank you for devoting so much space in your magazine to a man whose talent and beautiful personality are winning over more fans by the day. We Yaminions love Elliott and love Richmond for this tribute, and appreciate your efforts at keeping up with his demanding and devoted fans!(from a Wisconsinite)

 
At Fri Jun 23, 03:01:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you Richmond Magazine.We love your Elliott in Canada too.What an amazing voice and so cute.God bless you and our sweet boy Elliott.Ruby and Gerry Markham London,Ontario,Canada.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 03:06:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Washington state reporting in... Just ordered my copy. Can't wait to get it and read the article. I enjoyed the web article you have up on your site and especially learning Elliott's thoughts on singing the Star Spangled Banner. That was wild! Your interviewer asked really good questions. Thanks so much for featuring Elliott. (Hope you do it again sometime!)

 
At Fri Jun 23, 04:26:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

New York checking in, Love Elliott and thanks so much to Richmond and the magazine for supporting our American idol. As a member of the E train and a Yaminian, I loved talking to the staff at Richmond mag, who understood how much Elliott is loved. The pictures are so good.
Will be visiting Richmond later this summer, what a great city!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 05:10:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hello Kate and thank you so much for posting the updates! I live in The Netherlands and would like an issue as well. The number you posted for the Manila folks, I take it also applies to everyone that wants to place an order? And also, just a suggestion but is there anyway that your magazine can perhaps set up the magazine online and have people pay to view this edition. You know, a space dedicated to just this and then those of us abroad and even in different states can just pay by visa or credit card online? Not sure about the logistics of it all but just a thought.

Again thank you and a big ups to the mag for this article. I look forward to reading it!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 05:26:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Just wanted to add my thanks to you guys! We Yaminions love anything Elliott. I think that this is the best article about him by far, so again thanks from San Diego!-Melissa

 
At Fri Jun 23, 05:44:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thanks from this Jersey Girl for letting us non-Richmond folks order your magazine!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 05:44:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hey Richmond Magazing thank you so much for this amazing feature on the great talent that is Elliott Yamin. This Florida gal greatly appreciates it. I can't wait to get my copy. And I am still trying to find tickets for the Tampa, FL show this August. Wish me luck.

Randa Ewing

 
At Fri Jun 23, 06:22:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

somebody asked on moo-sak: who is elliott yamin and why is he #1? this was my reply. elliott has a wonderful voice and is a beautiful and inspiring person. his career is just beginning. and he is #1 because he has a loyal and growing fanbase that supports him and want to make a point.

i am from london, england and i have loved elliott since If You Really Love Me. i will support him all the way!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 07:35:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you, Richmond Magazine! You have written the best article to date on Elliott and satisfied many of us E-fans who are missing seeing him and craving any bit of news about him. I encourage you to write about him EVERY month...your circulation will skyrocket! Great job!

 
At Fri Jun 23, 11:09:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you for taking the trouble to look after international fans, a rare treat in the North American world of the Net. Unfortunately, the cost incl shipping is even higher than I expected, equal out here to the cost of a CD, and out of range for a magazine. For every international order you do get, count another five nonAmericans who are waiting to spend this kind of money on the real thing. I hope somebody is taking notes.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 11:10:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you for taking the trouble to look after international fans, a rare treat in the North American world of the Net. Unfortunately, the cost incl shipping is even higher than I expected, equal out here to the cost of a CD, and out of range for a magazine. For every international order you do get, count another five nonAmericans who are waiting to spend this kind of money on the real thing. I hope somebody is taking notes.

 
At Fri Jun 23, 11:19:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Kate, posting from Manila here. I just got a message from my friend in Virginia, she got me a copy, yayy. Also said something about fighting tooth and nail and broken limbs but I didn't quite get it as I was too happy to hear the news. Anyway, I posted a news item at yaminions.com so that more international Yaminions will know the good news. Again, thank you so much.

 
At Sat Jun 24, 12:25:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hi, I am very excited, as I just found this site via the posting from our Yaminions site, that I can now buy the Elliott issue of the Richmond magazine. I am more thrilled than words to find out that I can get this copy. I have left a message with the editor, but will be calling back EARLY on Monday ,from California, in order to get in line and order from subscriptions. Elliott sings with such purity that I get goosebumps when I listen to him. His voice is one of the best to come along in ages. In a few years, or sooner, he will be equated with Donny Hathaway, Luther Van Dross, and of course his favorite, Stevie Wonder. Go get the world Elliott, you deserve it!! With best wishes for your future, Elizabeth Rohde aka brat242 A Yaminion forever!!

 
At Sat Jun 24, 01:13:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

This is great! Thanks for the e-mail info, I'll be sending in my order right away! I love his amazing voice and he is so incredibly adorable. I cannot get enough of him. Canada loves Elliott too!

 
At Sat Jun 24, 01:15:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Ordered a copy yesterday and enjoyed my chat with Robin. You folks have been so nice to all of us who are enjoying our "Elliott mania!" Many thanks for the article and for your patience.

Steph

 
At Sat Jun 24, 01:19:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

THANK YOU so much for helping us Yaminions who live outside the Richmond area to get copies of this magazine. The woman I spoke to on the phone was warm and gracious. I suggested doing a monthly "Elliott Corner" to keep up the momentum, LOL!
There's something SO special about Elliott and I miss seeing and hearing him every week. I'm desperate for an "Elliott fix" so I can't wait to receive the issues I ordered!

 
At Sat Jun 24, 01:23:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hawaii in the house! I'm here right now, freaking out that copies will run out before I can get one! Due to the time difference, I just tried calling to place an order, but the office is already closed and won't open again until Monday morning. "AAAAHHHHH!" I'm sooo suffering from Yaminitis & E-Withdrawal, this mag is the only remedy ... for now anyway! HEEELLLP!

Thank you Richmond Magazine for giving Elliott all the love & support he deserves from his hometown. You guys both rock!

 
At Sat Jun 24, 08:26:00 AM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you Richmond magazine! I too got a sneak peek at this great article. And I have called and purchased it as well. You really did "our Elliott" justice. The only thing better would be if an Elliott CD came with the mag...I guess we'll have to wait a little for that. Maybe for the Part 2 article?

 
At Sat Jun 24, 03:18:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

This is so exciting. When I called to order the magazine, I didn't even mention Elliott as my reason, but the she knew! I have a ticket for the Tacoma Dome show Sept. 2nd, and will have to miss a friend's wedding to go. Hey, I have my priorities. :-)

 
At Sat Jun 24, 03:34:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

WOW! I cant explain how awesome it was of you guys to feature Elliott Yamin. He is such an inspiration, nice guy, and a rare talent! I <3 Elliott & Richmond!

 
At Sat Jun 24, 03:34:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

WOW! I cant explain how awesome it was of you guys to feature Elliott Yamin. He is such an inspiration, nice guy, and a rare talent! I <3 Elliott & Richmond!

 
At Sat Jun 24, 06:00:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Never realized I have 'kababayans' who share the same passion I have for E! Kudos to you alab, mars_mg, jabu, cleopatra, merrr, jaydee. Hope one of these days, we can spend time just chatting about Elliott using our mother tongue. Won't that be cool? I live here in DC which is about 2.5 hours drive from Richmond. I've been to Richmond several times already and people there are just so sweet and adorable and so solid with E. No wonder our boy Elliott is just so incredibly sweet and caring and such a honey. You really can tell where he's roots are. By the way, whoever took my magazine order over the phone, you are wonderful and such a darling, very friendly, thanks. It was nice talking to you. To Kate Andrews and all staffs of Richmond mag, thanks for all the effort you did to make it possible for my folks back in the Philippines to have a share of our Elliott through your mag. I'll be watching the Idols summer tour concert here in DC on July. How I wish, 'mga kababayan' we all can come together to cheer for our boy. I bet it will be a blast. Yaminions, luv you all! Richmond, all the best to you. Cheers to E!!!

 
At Sat Jun 24, 09:43:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Hi! from New Mexico!!! I want to say thank you so much for allowing all E fans to order your magazine! The girl that helped me was so nice and I enjoyed talking to her about Elliott! I can't wait to get my copies! I hope you do a monthly article about him- I would subscribe then!Maybe you could even keep us informed about how Claudette is doing since we all love her too! Thanks again!

 
At Sun Jun 25, 09:32:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Elliott's voice simultaneously soothes and thrills my soul. Thank you for publishing this article; I can't wait to read it!

 
At Mon Jun 26, 12:07:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

Thank you Richmond Magazine for featuring the BEST thing to happen to the music industry: Elliott Yamin!! I had never been so obsessed with American Idol or with any contestant EVER - until Elliott came along. He truly is a beautiful person, both inside and out!! (He's so hot!!). I called in "sick" and drove 2 1/2 hours to Richmond on May 12th, just hoping to catch a glimpse of him - but I actually MET him and got a HUG from him! Richmond should feel very proud!! I know I am (well, I'm a fellow Virginian!)

Thanks!!

Wendy Rivera
Burke, VA

 
At Mon Jun 26, 05:50:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

I LIVE IN CANADA - AND RANG THE MAGAZINE THIS MORNING TO ORDER A COPY. UNFORTUNATELY, THEY SAID, THEY ARE NO LONGER PROCESSING INTERNATIONAL ORDERS, AS THEY ARE NOT SET UP FOR THAT.

 
At Mon Jun 26, 11:34:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

A Yaminion from Singapore here suppressing much excitment as she puts in an order :)

PS: there are thousands of avid Elliott fans in Sinagpore :)I'd say millions but we only have 4 million people here :)

 
At Fri Jun 30, 08:11:00 PM EDT, Anonymous Anonymous said...

THANK YOU! We can't get enough. I belong to a group of Elliott fans who talk and vote for him 24/7 from here and all over the world. He is the best. It was so nice to read some first hand information about him. We can't wait for his solo CD. !!!!

 

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