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Mel Cheren, 74, Disco Pioneer, AIDS Funder

Submitted by Raven Fox, Dec 11, 2007 13:59

What more can I say except that I loved Mel Cheren for all that he stood for and all that he represented to me personally. HE WAS A HERO!

I know for sure that he is up there looking down and WANTING us to continue to celebrate life. He's that kind of passionate, warm, inviting and humble person that takes lemons and makes lemonade.

He's up there dancing with Larry, Tee, Keith, Kenny, and all the wonderful people whos lives were cut too short by AIDS yet left a profoundly lasting impression on us all - as will UNCLE MEL.

Today I reflect on the incredible catalog of wonderful songs that West End Records have touched you and I with throughout our lives on and off the dance floor - Mel Cheren had MUCH to do with the creation of and/or inspiration for that music. THANK YOU UNCLE MEL!

As for us... the question is WHERE DO WE GO FROM HERE....

I truly believe that Mel Cheren wants us all to KEEP ON DANCING!

Heartfelt & Feeling Blesssed to have had Mel Cheren in my life.

I love you all.

Raven Fox & Family

p.s.

I was just informed that the memorial services will take place on what would have been his 75th birthday - January 21st 2008 at a location in NYC to be announced. Please make plans to be in NYC for this very important gathering. Looking forward to seeing my New York & Global Soul family again soon.

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Mel, Tonight was the first Friday night since I knew you were boogi-ing elsewhere. You don't have a top five(in my... [MORE]	Danny Coggan	Feb 1, 2008 20:16
Mel: We embrace all the hard work you put into making us "Keep On Dancin". Say hello to Larry for us...We... [MORE]	Eric Cruz	Jan 31, 2008 23:00
I just opened a magazine and Mel's name appeared in the obituaries. You made us dance in the UK mate.... [MORE]	Danny Coggan	Jan 26, 2008 08:56
O wow...I was on Towelroad and came across this sad anecdote on Mel. What great memories I have. Loved that... [MORE]	johnniep	Jan 10, 2008 02:42
Sorry to paraphrase Mel, but this new generation...the new kids today...have no concept of the idea of foundations and bedrock.... [MORE]	Wari Shade	Jan 1, 2008 22:07
There are many things this man did and I admire. I would like to learn more about him. [MORE]	John House	Jan 5, 2008 17:19
I had the joy and honour of knowing Mel 26 years - from the start of my Industry journey at... [MORE]	Divinah Shantefeire'	Dec 23, 2007 18:11
Thank you so much for writting such a wonderful article on Mel's life. He was indeed a treasure, and will... [MORE]	Sherdina Straughn	Dec 14, 2007 14:04
Well, I really do not know what to say, as this is sudden and finding out that Mel passed away... [MORE]	Troy Longmire	Dec 13, 2007 11:46
Always in my heart, in my soul and in my life. I thank you beacause today I'm what I'm for... [MORE]	Daniele	Dec 13, 2007 04:06
What more can I say except that I loved Mel Cheren for all that he stood for and all that...	Raven Fox	Dec 11, 2007 13:59
I am sadder than most this day, because I just learned that one of the people who believed in me... [MORE]	Spyder D hughes	Dec 13, 2007 06:32
Thank you for writing beautifully about Mel's remarkable life. I miss him already. Krishna [MORE]	Krishna Stone	Dec 11, 2007 10:31