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Sir Van's music has nourished my soul, in good times and bad, in joy and in heartache, since I was a young lad. Certain soulful songs of his have helped me tremendously in dealing with the loss of loved ones. Other songs have been the soundtrack of my celebrations. I can't thank you enough.

Myself and my daughter got to see Van in February in Belfast and it was simply magical, I will treasure our experience as one of my top 10 bucket list adventures. Would do it again in a heartbeat his voice is unstoppable and spiritual, bravo.

Thanks Van for the wonderful Llangollen concert. An incredible setlist and a magical atmosphere have crowned my efforts to come and see you!

We wait for you in Italy.

There’s something extra special at the Hollywood Bowl

If I could only listen to one artist for the rest of my life it would undeniably be Van Morrison. He covers every genre of music and every human mood with his soulful voice, meaningful lyrics and musical vibe - there will never be another like him!

I can't thank you enough for the perfect mother/son song., "Days like this,"My wonderful son Gregg and I choose to dance to at his wedding this past September 1, 2019. My lasting memories of this dane will forever play both in my heart and in my mind with great happiness.

October 8--San Diego. Will be in attendance at Chula Vista Amphitheater...celebrating our 25th wedding anniversary and reliving our first dance, to "Have I Told you Lately that I Love You." Would love to surprise my husband Vince and dance on stage that night with Van!

Tina and Vince Blumenfeld

Great night in Chicago on 4/23/19. Jazz, Blues, and Soul by the man and his band. Awesome!

Took my 2 sons (29/24) to see Van and Joey in Subterania last month, job done, they ‘got’ him, bonus being there at time Van got out of car! Unreal seeing such an artist in such a venue, proves music is what it’s about. Van IS The Man

Looking forward with great anticipation to this big night , finally honoring Van and his music.

My personal favourites will be Patti Smith ( Gloria ?) and the legendary bass player of Bob Dylan since the 1990's, Tony Garnier who will be in the house band on this fantastic night.

My lady and I at our first Van show! I had been looking forward to that moment for so long. One of the most memorable experiences seeing music I have ever had!

Dear Van, We, my wife and I, have been big fans of your music. Our favorite album is 'Poetic Champions Compose'. If we turn it now, that good memory will come to the surface. In the overview of your albums I miss 'Days Like This'. When will you visit The Nederlands again? Gr. Yvonne & Michel Veerman

I'm a devoted Van Morrison Fan since his first legendary Rockpalast Concert in Essen 1982. I'm visiting as many concerts as I can, even went to New York to see "Astral Weeks" performed live.

You've enriched my live so much with your astonoshing music. There is no one like you.

Thank you so much.

In my youth and now as professional musician (trombonist/arranger) I've always enjoyed Van Morrison's tunes. One specifically, "The Way Young Lovers Do", is a GREAT TUNE with a FINE arrangement and assortment of instruments. I ALWAYS wanted to know who recorded the TROMBONE SOLO!?

I lost my first wife in 2004 to colon cancer and my favorite song for her was Brown Eyed Girl, except I would change the words to Green Eyed. When re-married in 2006 my new wife (also a widow) Lori and I danced to "Have I Told You Lately" The two of us will see you Sept 11 in Boston.

I grew up with my parents dancing in the living room to Moon Dance and your albums blaring in my household my entire childhood! Thank you for those beautiful memories! Your life’s work has been incredible! I'm planning a surprise for my dad and I would give anything to meet you!

I have loved this mans songs for over 40 years. First heard his Astral Weeks album at 18 years of age and my favourite song is still 'Sweet Thing'. We played 'Have I told You That I Loved You' at our wedding 28 years ago.

My car number plates are 'SWTHNG' Van the Man. Go Van!!!

We've all heard Brown Eyed Girl and know that voice. But back when I met my husband we were just dating and we would cruise around in his 1974 Challenger and listen to Wavelength. One of my favorites! Van the man has such great music, we love him. What an incredible artist, growing all the time.

Brescia, Italy 2015. Third concert of Van we attended ( me and my Wife ).

W love you, Van.

Gianni Rosso

Took my family to see the man! 2/26 and 2/27 at the Wiltern in LA...2 set lists..awesome! But my daughters missed brown eyes girls was on 2/27 set list only. Dang! Thank you Danielle for the vip underground experience! Look forward to seeing sir Van Morrison again soon!

Best concert ever at the Rainbow, Finsbury Park in 1973. Some recorded to appear on the double album It’s Too Late To Stop Now, a live classic. I was 18 years old. Van and his Caledonia Soul Orchestra blew me away.

My name is Ela Fidalgo, I'm from Palma de Mallorca, I'm 24 years old and since I was little I grew up with your music, in my final project there is an entry of a concert of yours in the Plaza de Toros de Palma de Mallorca in 2002 , I was 9 years old. Thank you very much

My husband & son/true fans! My son is autistic/blind/cognitively impaired but knows good music! He has memorized VM’s songs, even the segues. Van, thanks for bringing so much joy to both of their lives! Our whole family loves you!

A photo from me in 1990 Sydney, Australia. I am looking forward to seeing the great man in Ulster Hall on February 15th 2024. This will be my 3rd time seeing Van. Brilliant musician and truly one of a kind.

My baby girl was born last july. Beeing six weeks premature we were carrying her as much as possible to share our body-heat. One tune that always puts her at ease and eventually to sleep is 'Skye boat song' from Versatile. From the bottom of our hearts - Thank you.

Been a fan since "Them."I will have my three adult children, who grew up listening to Van Morrison at home.

My beautiful daughter's wedding featured "These are the Days" from his super album "Avalon Sunset."

We'll all be at the San Diego gig, Oct 7, '19. Hopefully, he will include it in his set.

Super great moments!!

Get together after my 100th Van show. My first was waaaaaaaay back sneaked into the Troubadour. Your songs are the soundtrack of my life. Thank you for sharing your gift with us.

I just went to my first concert in Ireland, on Easter Sunday at the Culloden Hotel & Spa. The show was the primary reason for going but I made it into a Van tour, taking in his childhood haunts and getting to spend more after 3 days in Belfast and four in Dublin. It was the highlight of my 70th year!

Saw Van in September at The Greek Theater in Los Angeles and have never seen him better. This week we are so blessed to see him in Oakland for 2 shows and Carmel for another 2. Thank you Van and the whole band for continuing to tour. We can’t wait to have our hearts and souls filled by you all.

We did our father-daughter dance to Days Like This at my wedding last year. My dad LOVES Van Morrison so it was special to do the dance to one of his songs. Thank you, Van!

I apologize for just recently discovering how great Van Morrison is. Now that I know, he is by far my favorite musical artist. I am from the inner city of DC and just flew to Providence RI to see him in concert for the first time and he confirmed my belief that he is the G.O.A.T.

Our Dad was a huge fan and your music is the playlist of our childhood. He passed suddenly and it has devastated our family. Your music makes it feel like he’s still here with us and I’m eternally grateful. I feel peace knowing he was able to see you in concert, a year before he passed.

Hello ,

Just wanted our story & appreciate your music. I am a 44 year old nurse in boston. When I was in high school I loved your music to help get by when I was taking care of my mom. My husband and I had found each late in life had two kids married and our wedding song “Someone like you” ❤️

Our wedding song was Someone Like You. My husband surprised me with that song because it meant so much to him and he knew I would love it. On September 9 we are going to see Mr. Morrison perform in Las Vegas for our 25th wedding anniversary. We are hopeful that he will sing Someone Like You.

Van is my favorite artist of all time. I seen him live in LA in 2016 at the shriner auditorium. I have his logo tattooed on me. I am 34 years old and his music is so refreshing to me.

Sir Van Morrison -Thank you for awakening the rainbow in my soul!! Truly grateful there was no Plan B!

Amazing show at The Europa! Can't wait to return!

Was so special seeing Van Morrison with my family in Boston! My dad and mom have been lifelong fans but this was their first Van Morrison concert. And we e celebrated my dads birthday. Thanks Van <3

Happy Birthday Van!

Hi Van Morrison. This message is for you. This is us September 26, 1992. Dancing to our song: “Have I told you lately.” We’ll be with you in Philly September 8 in row NN. I hope you’ll be playing our song. The night is a surprise for Greg (the guy in the picture) to celebrate our 30th.

xo Pam

WILDLY excited to come to your August 19th concert in Belfast! (we're flying from Saudi Arabia for the that one day) celebrating our 31 yrs of marriage. Your music has been the soundtrack to our love & our lives. "Crazy Love" was our wedding song and we so hope you play it. It would mean the world.

I’ve been a fan of his music for almost 25 years now, & this year my wife and I got to see him in concert in Detroit, Michigan! It was an incredible experience to say the least & was certainly worth waiting 25 years to see him live! This was a true bucket list item for me, thank you so much again!

I just wanted to thank Van Morrison for the happiness you have given me since I was 11 years old. I am 61 now. I have listened to your music live, on the radio, the turntable, cassettes, cd's, online . . . You have filled me with rhythm, poetry, dance, religion. Thank you

I've been a fan of Van Morrision since 1970's Moondance. Saw him last in Toronto a few years ago at Massey Hall. Posting a link to the most romantic song ever written:"Have I Told You Lately". Rock on Sir Van!

Van has been inspiring me for over 30 years. At first it was just the music, but these days it is also his spiritual quest that comes through so strongly from his music. I am also a musician and songwriter, and I want to share a track very influenced by Van.

From the age of 13, my brother and I went with our mother to the fantastic performances of Van the Man! She is a big fan ♥️

So often enjoyed his music and this great artist. We have been looking forward to July 9, 2022, Royal Park Live in the Netherlands for 2 years. Until then. ♥️♥️♥️♥️

I was in awe by Van when the Wavelength album came out as a kid. My mom got me tickets to the show. Van had his people get me backstage to meet him. I had on a long sleeve t-shirt that said "Van the Man. Got my photo with him. I would like to have that chance again 50 years later. Any suggestions?

My Dad was born in 1947 in Northern Ireland. He LOVED Van Morrsion, collecting even his more obscure albumns. He was a history teacher and knew everything about Van's life. At his funeral in July of this year he had chosen Full Force Gale as his funeral song. The lyrics are beautiful.

In 1976, I was the 16-year old brown-eyed girl/laughing and running/skipping and a jumpin'/with a transitor radio/making love in the green grass with the love of my life. Van has touched my life over many years; I love and cherish his music. God bless you, Mr. Morrison.

As a child of the 70’s, worldwide, Van would have been a household name when it came to music. In my home, it was more than that. My Dad considered Van one of his best mates, they’d lived a life in Belfast together before the fame. I’d love to know what Van remembers about George Bloomer today ❤️

After my dad & my sister died just months apart, I got a tattoo of an infinity sign and the words "into the mystic" because the song, in Van Morrison's haunting voice, helped me so much. A question if it can be answered here: how can I purchase VM's Caledonia Soul Music?

Memories from 1999 at the Royal Concert Hall, Nottingham. Flew in from Luxembourg and ended up at the same hotel as Van Morrison just around the corner from the concert hall. Met him at the bar before the show. I think I behaved like a 15 year old meeting Michael Jackson.

I've followed Van, his music and his poetry for so many years that I've lost count. He's afforded me many amazing adventures and I continue to thirst to hear him sing and play live again and again. I've been honoured to meet him several times which was a pleasure never to be forgotten, for me.

Absolutely delighted to have witnessed Van-and-the-band's truly amazing show at Yoshi's jazz club, Oakland, on Feb. 12, 2020. Celebrating our 30th, my wife and I flew in from Toronto. It was our first Van Morrison concert, and I think we hit the jackpot! So vital! (Hopefully, not our last VM show.)

I wrote today on my FB side this and much more about the 50th anniversary of the album "Moondance".

February 27, 1970 Van Morrison releases one of his masterpieces "Moondance".

One of the best records I've ever heard, and I've heard some in my life. An album with every single song is great.

My name is Jeanette Heinen and I am # 1 fan of Van Morrison in San Francisco, CA USA. I have been a fan and followed his music for many years. I so enjoy his songwriting, Poetic music and great voice through the years. I recently went to his concert at Ceasars Palace Feb 1, 2020. Keep singing VM.

Hi Guys,

my daughter (Tupelo Honey) and I (from Germany) attended the Van Morrison concert on January 2nd, 2020 at the Stormont Hotel in Belfast.

A truly unforgettable evening!

Many thanks to Van for this experience.

Thanks also for the many years with his music.

Greetings to the nice people at our

Saw Van on January 1 2020 in Belfast GREAT SHOW. Met him the next eve at dinner and he could not have been more gracious. He allowed us to take a picture with him.

Van I have been listening to your music since I was 12. I am now 60. I have always just felt you in my soul. I would love to have lunch with you to just talk.

I have seen Van a few times, but at the Rainbow in July 1972 was the best ever!

The remastered 'Too Late to stop now' does have a few video clips on the DVD included that are great memories but wish he would release the full concert! Seeing him again next year at The Palladium. Can't wait!

Our home is happiest when Van’s music is playing!

Roll with the punches; I am reeling with joy. Take me back Van; way,way way way back.

Two newspaper reviews of the best concert I've ever been to: Van Morrison, Civic Opera House, Chicago, April 1993

Great time seeing Van in NYC!

This past August 2014 I managed to attend two of Van's special shows at his former school , Orangefield in East Belfast, where he grew up. All the fans who were lucky enough to be at these shows agree that Van and his band were on top form. Van was in great humour and a highlight for most was his amazing "On Hyndford Street". We also had Ballerina and In The Garden, a great set of songs.

My favorite dance song ever! I have to dance whenever I hear Brown Eyed Girl ;)

My very first encounter with Van Morrison happened when I was about 13 yrs, RTE broadcast the Rainbow Concert, which I believe was the very first simulcast in 1974 by BBC. I was entranced by the performance, glued to the screen and it left a huge impression on me.

Some years ago my art illustration instructor gave us a fun class assignment to make a CD cover. I thought this was a good learning experience and I’m proud of my art work. I enjoy listening to Van Morrison’s music and felt inspired to create an illustration for the song "Bright Side of the Road"

We fell in love after me having dedicated Astral Weeks to Tom during a radio broadcast. We bought a home together and the house is called Astral Weeks Place. Last summer we bought a 55 ft narrowboat and she is called the Astral Weeks. I love all of his music but Astral Weeks is special to us.

Enjoyed your concerts 28 times over 42 years. Bright Side of the Road has lifted my spirits for over 38 years. Thank you, Sir Van.

Dear Mr Morrison, I recently hit a slight bump in the road. I wanted you to know when I listen to you and as you sing my breathing slows, and my shoulders drop. Your voice resonates with my soul. I know everything will be ok just as you remind me. Thank you for your kind help, guidance. Susan

I am a musician/songwriter from Belgium and Van was a big influence when I started playing 36 years ago. Saw him several times, last time last year at a festival in Belgium, and it was awesome and moving. Looking forward to seeing him again at some point in the UK or Ireland this year. Van's The Man

My picture with Van the day after his birthday shows on Cyprus Avenue. I had him sign it the following year on the day of the Lit Up Inside show at Culloden Hotel. He was friendly and even brought me to his table and introduced me to his friends including Kim Cattrell. A true gentleman

WE were forunate enough to see Van Morrison at last years Jazz Fest in New Orleans, this year we are going to vist his homeland in Sept. When we return from our trip we will be seeing him again in Hersey Pa. where he will kick off his new tour.

This is not your average high school orchestra covering your song Moondance. They are called Fusion Rock Orchestra and are from Lowell, Mi. They hold the masters in high respect. Mozart, Beethoven,Van Morrison. Enjoy!

Bobs 70th birthday present from me was tix to see Van. What a treat to discover the band was staying at our hotel! We happened upon 'The Man' a couple of times in passing and he could not have been more gracious when approached. The boys at the pool were a hoot! Unforgettable birthday for Bob!

I am in my 70's now and love to hear Van. I was listening to "Jackie Wilson Said" and found myself smiling just as I did many years ago. Thanks Van.

Thank you, I've listened and enjoyed your music for fifty years. I just saw you live first time in LA theater at Ace. It was amazing thank you again just reinforced my love of your music and talent.

Been Van fans for many years, Have I Told You Lately was our wedding song, but alas we have never seen him live. For our 60th Birthdays this year we are travelling to Europe from Australia in May 2017, culminating finally seeing Van in Barcelona on June 3rd. Can't wait!

Wonderful evening @ Nells Jazz Club Van at his best first time seeing him at this venue but hope it won't be my last

Big Van-fan Chrissie Hynde of the Pretenders 'caught one more time' wearing her Cyprus Avenue t-shirt on BBC TV.

Got married at the Belfast city hall at week before Christmas. Our honeymoon around County Down then the surprise gig tickets for the waterfront.. My wife has always wanted to be a Morrison there was a few special places for us to visit !

I cant fit what you mean to me in 300 characters. Without "Into the Mystic" playing when I was born or fell in love or when my children were born, I wouldn't be who I am today. Your music shaped my life & fed my soul. Struggles I've endured are always tempered by your music. Thank you for the calm.

I saw you approximately 30 years ago here in Sydney Australia and have been waiting for you to come back being one of your biggest fans for 50 years. I haven't travelled overseas much at all but looks like I will have to come to you instead. Absolutely love your duets with Shana!!!

Great show at Ceasars Palace in Las Vegas last weekend, thank you Van for another great performance and decades of fantastic music.

Travelled to Las Vegas to see Van on Friday, January 13, 2017. It was an incredible show! Van and the band were in the pocket and brought out some classics I've never heard him perform live before plus a sprinkling of songs from throughout his long career. It was a truly memorable night. Thank you!

Trying to keep this succinct is hard. But thank you for "Keep Me Singing". It is sublime music, carrying me to somewhere special, reaching deep inside like great honest music should. I'm a fan of many genres and many artists and it is rare to find something that is truly timeless. Brilliant; genius!

Finally got a chance to see Van in person. A fantastic evening of music at Caesars Palace. Thanks so much!

Can you have been part of the fabric of my life...as a little kid in the back of my moms Vw bug with what we called the "yellow tape!" It was Street choir...on 8 track. I wish you could know the comfort and adoration i have for you and your music. It's got me through so much. My one wish is to C U

"I'm going back Going back to my own ones Come back to talktalk a while with my own ones "

Van in concert in Nottingham on November 28th - a great band and a fabulous show

The music speaks for itself.....keep on singing .

"Keep Me Singing" is a brilliant album! It's constantly on our record player & we absolutely adore it!! Cheers, Van, for brightening our lives & our home through/with poetry & music! - Chris & Kate

Just taken delivery of Van's new album, the lenticular vinyl edition. The music is superb as ever but I must say as one who worked in the printing industry for 49 years, the album artwork is a dream, as is the lenticular print.Well done the design&art direction team. A fine LP record as well.

LISTEN! There isn't anything else in this world like Van Morrison's music. It is life changing. It speaks to the soul... But only if you listen. Pure, childlike, full of wonder and sorrow, of mystery and reflection. THANK YOU Van for a lifetime of sharing your talent and speaking your truth.

Just heard your performance with Tom Jones at the Hollywood Bowl last night. All I can say... how great the musicianship, arrangements with the accordion… and that guitar player you have. He was friggin great playing acoustic and electrics. Your drummer played that lite-jazz feel. Just great!

We traveled from Chicago, IL to the Hollywood Bowl for Van's Oct 13,2016 concert. We had a Marvellous Experience. No artist on this planet like you Van. The nuances of your voice with the music give sparks to the stars in the sky. Unforgettable seeing you! God Bless You.

Was at the Forest Hills New York City (Queens) concert Sunday night (10/9/16). It's been a dream of ours to see VM in concert for a long time. His voice, his music and his delivery was beyond great....We were drawn in by his music and poetic lyrics; and his awesome voice that is one of kind.

You have so many fans in Australia and NZ, I hope you consider heading this way soon for some live shows.

My 3 year old daughter Sofia has ONLY ONE bedtime song request: "I'm Tired Joey Boy" She knows the lyrics, and does a decent job on the melody herself. She's heard it from cradle days. Thanks for this, and so many other tunes full of life in all its shades of joy and sorrow. Keep Singing!

Fabulous Radio2 concert he really is the best lovely new songs take care

G'day, Been to many Concerts back in the day of good Ol Rock n Roll, sadly, never been to one of yours. It's on my bucket list. Please please come to Australia! Play outside the Opera House and let everyone hear your beautiful music!! In the meantime, I'll keep playing all my favourite VM songs.

We traveled to N. Ireland from the U.S. to see Sir Van at Slieve Donard in August 2016. It was such a special experience! Sir Van had us sing along with him, he treated us to tracks from the new album, and he took us to places only he can! Thanks Sir Van for making my dreams come true!

My fiancé Frank Mulhall was hospitalized 37 days & was in a coma & partially-paralyzed, from cancer/PTSD-induced stroke. Your CD was in wrong case. When I played Crazy Love, he opened his eyes, looked at me, took my hand, and "danced" with me. He lost consciousness and passed away a few days later.

Can't wait to see you perform in New York in October. My husband Scott is a devoted fan and we will be sitting center stage 5 rows back so we can not only revel in your music but watch you enjoying what you are so great at. See you in less than a month!

Dear Van, My husband passed away in January from cancer.Your music was a part of our love story from day one. Have I told you lately that I love You was our song.Our first dance at our wedding. He called me his Brown Eyed Girl and your music is a part of what was played at his memorial. Thank You

Life long dream coming true. Waiting for Ireland tour dates 2017! Travelling from Australia!

The very Happiest of Birthdays to you Mr. Morrison from Wanda & I, our 2 children and 9 Grandchildren. Your music helps us to smile, love and be! You are well loved, respected and adored in our family, and among good friends! God bless you Sir Van!

We were at Van's 70th birthday celebration last year, Slieve Donard Hotel, Newcastle and we are back again in 2016! All the way from Australia, a wonderful experience for us, long time fans.

How I enjoyed seeing Van Morrison at Slieve Donard on Monday, August 22. While entering the hotel, I passed him, going to loo, I passed him, and going passed the bar I passed him. Too shy to say hello. But it was great seeing him after 45 years.

My little drawing as a tribute to Van…Hope You’ll like it.

I've been your fan since "Brown-eyed Girl, Into The Mystic to Just Like Jane & Common One. I recently turned a friend of mine onto you and he is now an ardent fan. Common One and Just Like Greta are 2 of my favorites. Your lyrics and instrumentation are unbeatable. you and Dylan are timeless

I only want to thank to Mr Van Morrison for being part of my life through his music. I'm a 39 years old fan (at least 33 years as fan!). I finally managed to see him live in concert at Brighton Dome in February 2014 and it was beautiful and very emotional to listen his marvelous voice! Thank you

Having lunch in Holywood today with my wife and father-in-law, we met Van who was sitting at the next table. I asked him if my wife could have her photo taken with him. He couldn't have been any nicer about it and she even got his autograph. A legend and a gentleman :)

A thousand congratulations on today's recognition,this long overdue,your music has touched millions of people over the years.May you continue in good health so that you can go on for many more years,looking forward to your next show. The photos of you and Shana are stunning,you both look so happy.

Don't Look Back, Van and John Lee Hooker. Pure genius. Thank you.

Dear Van, I finally got to see you at the Shrine Autitorium January 15, 2016. Your voice still young, fresh, and vibrant. It was a honor and a pleasure to be there and experience your performance. Thank you for your music that colors my life . Love you ! Happy 70th year! From Louise.

The first time I saw Van was in 1970 at TheFillmore in San Francisco. In the early 90s I saw him at Bimbo's where he gave me this autograph on a napkin. A prized possession. I am a lifetime fan.His music is in my soul. See you this Wednesday at The Fox Theater in Oakland.And Thanks for the memories.

Thank you, Van! It was so great to have you back in the Bay Area. I especially loved hearing you and your daughter perform together. Please visit us again soon!

We saw Van at the Fox Theater in Oakland (18.1.16.) and it was an absolute dream come true. He is an artist through and through, and I will cherish this memory for as long as I live. The night was so magical, that my boyfriend of ten years proposed right after the concert! Thanks a million Van!!

We were lucky enough to be able to travel from San Francisco to Belfast for Van's 70's Birthday shows. Last week Van traveled to SF for my Birthday!! My "Vanatic" friends got me a special cake!!!

PLEASE come to the US!!! You are my ONLY wish on my bucket list!! Come close to Dallas within next 2 years!!! Or 18 months!!!

I've lived with Let The Slave running in the back of my mind continuously for a long time, unable to locate the song, and You Posted It THANK YOU. Love, another Irish Rover since the 60's, Love you Van Morrison.

I'm from Belfast now living in the remotest part of Montana. When I think about what I miss most about home ... It's seeing Van live in the city of his birth, alongside thousands of besotted fans. He's done more for our city, our country and our culture than you can ever know.

Traveling to Dublin from USA to celebrate 40 yrs+ of marriage and attending concert at 3 arena Fri 11/20. Its been 40 yrs since. Last seeing Van. Awesome for sure

Mr. Morrison: I've been a devout follower of your poetry and grace since I was 11-years-old. A couple of years ago I took my now 21-year-old daughter to see/hear you perform at The Ryman Theater in Nashville. Memorable for both our generations. Please grace us again with a visit to Nashville.

A fabulous day on Cyprus Avenue, 31 August 2015. An honour to be there. Thanks to Sir Van, the band, the crew and all those who made it possible. It will be forever edged in my memories. A truly special event.

From May 1st 1974 California State University, Chico homecoming.

A great concert in Newcastle, N Ireland recently; we are fans of many years and travelled all the way from Australia to see the show. Thank you Sir Van!

Van Morrison was the trigger for an unplanned trip to Ireland from Perth in Western Australia. The prospect of a small venue experience was too much to resist, and the reality far surpassed all expectation. Our table was shared with 5 nationalities, such is the universal appeal of The Man

Saw Van Morrison at the last concert he had in San Diego Ca. back in 2010 (date may be wrong I do remember seeing him then). That was one evening that I will always remember & regret the date that I took. She was too young to appreciate the significance of the show. Loved the show, hope he returns.

In 2002, my husband was lost to sea at the tender age of 23. He is the one who introduced me to the joy of Van's music, and his music was the soundtrack of our epic journey around Australia in a camper van. Thank you Sir, for bringing him back to me every time you sing.

Seeing Van perform live is mesmerizing. You don't just attend his shows, you experience them in your soul. Van's back to back shows in Toronto this year transcended earthly emotion as he took us to places only known in the astral realm. I can't wait to see Van in Ireland in 2016!

Recently my wife was diagnosed with lymphoma, she is doing quite well, we both decided that we had to go see Van in Toronto on September 20, 2015. What a tremendous experience, being able to see one of the most gifted performers ever. This was an emotional, spiritual experience. God bless you Van.

Front Row seats for both concerts on Cyprus Avenue. Amazing. Thank you so much Van. Thank you Eastside Arts. Plum nice day x

On our way to celebrate Sir Van's 70th at Slieve Donard then a weeks celebrations culminating on storied Cyprus Avenue with a grand gathering of Vanatics Worldwide

My 60th birthday present from my wife, back in 2013, was a Van concert in the Europa Hotel in Belfast. The perfect present!! Such a memorable night for all the right reasons!

Happy birthday Van. You've been the person whose words have, and continue, to fuel my soul on a level which nothing else can. Thank you for so many years of sharing your gift. Much love.

Firstly, many congratulations on your 70th Birthday. Happy Birthday Van the Man from a fan who has followed and loved your music for four decades. All the way from Dubbo, New South Wales, Australia. My life's ambition is to see you live in concert and will have to get over there before long. Cheers!

Dear Van Happy Birthday and may you enjoy many more. "Do not go gentle into that good night Old age should burn and rage at close of day Rage, rage against the dying of the light" (Dylan Thomas) Best wishes, Jeff Ontario, Canada

What a privilege to be at such a fabulous concert on Cyprus Avenue this evening! Very special, very spiritual. Enjoyed it so much! Thank you and happy 70th birthday! Don't stop the music, ever :)

For me Nell's was the best , musically and for atmosphere. To see at Cyprus Avenue was of course unique and unlikely to be repeated. A great day. Rain arrived on cue at 3pm so when he sang "hey, where did we go, days when the rain came", got a bit of a laugh. Best wishes to all Van fans.

Just back from Belfast and the 2 Cyprus Avenue shows. I love Sir Van Morrison most if he is doing *diggadigdigdoyadigs....* and it was beautiful. I'm still speechless. Thank you Sir for the most wonderful shows I've ever seen , will cherish this feeling for ever! Nieuwegein 03 sept. 2015

Planned a visit to the Uk just because we wanted to see Van Morrison play and this time he played at Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire. It was a magical night for us and I think for all who were there. We are very grateful for the experience. Mr. Morrison and The band left us wanting more as usual.

Just a few of our many favorites.......

What a sensational night! We travelled from Melbourne Australia to see Van at the Slieve Donard hotel in Newcastle on 20 July. Just magic.

Wow, I just got back from your show at Ghent jazz. That was the best concert I have ever seen. You are an inspiration.

Brown eyed girl-I am looking forward to hearing Van Morrison perform at the Slieve Donard on July 19. One year ago my husband and I pinkie shook & decided to travel from the USA to wherever Van was playing for our 30th wedding anniversary. Imagine our delight when we learned it would be in Ireland.

Van, Thanks for an amazing show in Cork last Thursday!! We had two people in our group who hadn't seen you before, both were blown away. I've been blown away for the last 35 years and have great memories of incredible shows in U.S, Paris, London as well as Ireland...roll on Cyprus Avenue!!!

Sir Van (congratulations!), I saw you live for the first time Friday at Forest Hills, NY. The moment I saw you walk on stage is a moment I will never forget. Your music fuels my soul and I am forever in awe of your words and music. You are the true definition of musician. I wish you well, always

Close Enough For Van & Gregory @ Blenheim Palace , 25.06.15, Sun Sole 'n'Jazz & surroundings to Suit. Cheers to all musicians & crew.

Congratulations Sir Van, Really looking forward to your concert on 20 July next in Slieve Donard to celebrate our 30th wedding Anniversary. Thanks for the magic.

Congrats on a well deserved honor Sir George! Thank you for sharing your wonderful gift of music with your adoring fans.

Hi Van, many congratulations on your knighthood. I've seen you live many times over the years, have all of your albums. Right back when you were with Them. This is an award to the greatest songwriter in popular music. A day to celebrate your immense talent. Thank you for the music, long may it conti

Congratulations Sir Van and about time too! You've been bringing joy to my life for 40 years now, looking forward to seeing you in concert again some time soon.

Many congratulations on your knighthood. I was so delighted to see it on the news this morning! I have loved your music for 50 years. There is nobody with a voice quite like yours.....especially that raw growl you do at times.....the depth is amazing and gets right into my soul!

Congratulations Sir Van - well deserved recognition of the work of a true Musical Giant - from a lifelong (so far) fan!

My husband and I are so excited to see you next week in Forest Hills for our anniversary. We have waited in anticipation for you to come back to the states... Here comes the (K)night! Sir Van Morrison Congratulations.

Van, Congratulations on your honor of knighthood & the one coming up in the Writers Hall of Fame! I have you loved since first I heard your awesome & amazing voice with your band "Them!" I love so many artists who are incredible, yet you & Dylan remain my very favorites!!! Sadly I've seen u perform!

THE one-of-a-kind Poetic Champion! Thank you for so much great, great music... on The River Of Time, Celtic Swing, Celtic Excavation, Cry For Home... yes, my favorite album is Inarticulate Speech Of The Heart, but they are all favorites... from Them to now. Your music will be played at my wake...

Van you save my soul! Ive been to one concert in San Francisco.My dream came true that night,Van and band were everything I asked for and More! IHope your coming to California Soon(United States)

Thank you Van for the absolutely fabulous concert in Warrenpoint Town Hall on Sunday 24th May 2015 , transporting me again to a wonderful celebration of rhythm, blues and heart sharing lyrics, so much appreciate your emptying of yourself to us again.xxx. Also, enjoying your book.x

I've been to 12 concerts and hope to see him in New York or Ireland again this Summer. His live shows are magical, moving, and literally life-changing. There is nothing in the world like it! I drew this ink drawing of him and would love to give it to him someday. Thanks Van!

I've been to hundreds of concerts in my life, but my first two -- Van and the Caledonia Soul Orchestra at the Troubadour and Santa Monica Civic in '73 -- are still my favorites! I wasn't old enough to drive yet so my dad had to take me. Now, in my fifties..."it's too late to stop now!" Rave on, Van!

As a Songwriter Hall of Fame Board member I was so excited when Van was announced as the 2015 Johnny Mercer Award winner. Cannot wait until the June event. Love your Old Black Magic rendition with your Daughter Shana. Congratulations, Johnny would be so happy. See you in two months.

Van is a legend. Saw him both nights at Nell's Blues & Jazz Bar, (28/2 & 1/3). What a venue. Small, intimate and completely filled by Van's genius. The guy is still at the peak of his ability...and that voice.... #Legend

Living in New Zealand, we never thought we would get to see Van live, on a trip to Canada and Alaska back in 2010, we arrived in Vancouver and by sheer luck found out there was a Van Morrison concert in town the next night, bought tickets and saw the show. One of those right place right time moments

How special that my visit to Belfast in March includes the thrill of seeing Van with my daughter who shares my love for Van's artistry as I have for the past 50 years. Truly a blessing.

Van & his music! Grew up listening to "Brown eyed girl", fell totally head over heels with "Moondance", and double albumn/cd "Hymns to the Silence" helped me get through a very tough point in my life. I think it's one of the best thing EVER IN MY LIFE! THANK YOU, Mr. VAN MORRISON

I was 18 when I was first introduced to Van's music. It was Astral Weeks and I was entranced. I still am entranced by the music and the man. I have seen Van in concert 3 times in my life and they have been beautiful times. So thank you Van.....x

The scope and spiritual core of Van's music has virtually been my church for 40 years. I return again and again for transcendance...being in some small way born again every time. And am.

Tus fans en español también te seguimos y estamos encantados con tu nuevo disco de Duets, del que esperamos pueda haber hasta una segunda parte. Saludos desde España.

Your music has helped me through the past year of radiation therapy for brain cancer, (glioblastoma). Songs like "If I ever needed someone", "I'll be your lover, too" and "Into the mystic" kept me calm while wearing a tight fitting radiation mask and through countless claustrophobic MRI's. Thanks.

I've seen Van more than 20 times , very special gigs at Orangefield School and recently at Lyric Belfast. I also had the pleasure of meeting him at a coffee shop in East Belfast couple years ago, he was lovely , I was thrilled. Going to the Cyprus Ave gig in August , v v special

A perfect combination on a cold evening:

I've attended the last 5 shows Van has done in Boston. They were all unique and they were all an experience. You get lost in his music. I actually run road races to his music because its calming and I'm not thinking about time. I hope he comes back so my nephew can experience him too. He's a big fan

A family together: The parents (Jens & Christa) driving 800 km from Buxtehude to Freiburg. 18.08.2007 - Ganter Brewery, meeting our kids Lea (1984), Nele (1986) and Jos (1989) and VanThe Man. S(w)inging & dancing. Great evening "From the north to the south, ´ya walked all the way." Thanks Van!

So, so many, but this one captures something. A friend writing in the sand, the letters two dozen feet long, "It just is..." It was, of course, summertime in England...

There are days like this. Van Morrison's is playing "Brown Eyed Girl" on the edge of Ireland. I'm dancing with my girlfriend and the smile in her eyes is as beautiful as the rainbow we spied earlier exploring Dunluce Castle. There's a magic in Van's music . . . you know what I'm talking about.

Just listened again (and again) to "Someone Like You" from a movie soundtrack & am so moved by the beauty of that voice and lyric. Being a brown-eyed girl, I was a fan "back in the day" and now all lit up again ...thank you Van!

Here is my sweetest memory of a Van's concert: Solstice at Dunluce, June 2013, with my boyfriend at the Giant's Causeway. It was a special moment to hear 'Sometimes we cry'. I have included a picture of the sunset we saw that day.

In 2002 the Irish Philatelic Service issued "Irish Rock Legends" commemorative stamps. Of course I had to purchase them, and extras of Van. I then had them framed. The middle section is hard to read - it is a write-up of Van. It hangs on my wall surrounded by photos of Warrenpoint, 2007.

Lifelong highlights since our first gig in Detroit at Masonic '74. Astral Weeks Live at the Hollywood Bowl, then 21 of 26 gigs on that tour, seeing Van being inducted into the Songwriters Hall of Fame by Ray Charles, countless visits in recent years to Ireland to enjoy his home turf

I was first turned on to Van at 16 years old. I am now 51, and can only say my appreciation for this man and his incredible talent is usually all I need to turn my day around. I was fortunate to see him perform at the Orpheum in Boston. I cant imagine how it would be to spend a day with this person.

In 1978 I went to the cinema and I watched the Band's farewell, the Last Walz.A lot of my favourite artists took part of the show. At that time I was a great fan of Bob Dylan. When Van took the stage and performed Caravan I was totally enthusiastic about his singing and his voice.