I met Big Al in the early 80's. His wife invited me to a Tom Jones show. Tom sang one of Big Al's songs he wrote. I met Tom back stage. He said I looked like Brooke Shields. He gave me a big KISS. Steve Melanson-do you remember me? I was your Fathers good friend!

when i was young i went with my dad walter downing to see my uncle Al play in concert before and i will never forget that day because my uncle Al was so wounderful, he owned that stage. so when i sing on stage i thank of my uncle and my father.

WE WILL ALWAYS LISTIN TO YOUR MUSIC FOREVER. WE MISS YOU BUT WE KNOW GOD HAS GREAT THINGS FOR YOU IN HEAVEN.

I had the pleasure of playing in a band called Bootleg, from 1982 to 2002. Big Al asked us to back him up during a tour he made through Maine, as well as some gigs in Massachusetts and Rhode Island.
Big Al was a true artist, gentleman, friend, entertainer, and his smile was as wide as the sun rising in the morning. We miss him, and were honored to play onstage with him.
Thomas Morelli
Lead Guitar, Bootleg

hey Papa its your birthday today,, just thinking of you . Happy Birthday. we love you,, love your grandaughter kara and your great grandson alexander