Letter to R&R Hall of Fame from Capt. Bartelli

Dear Sir,

I am saddened to learn that Joe Long, The 4 Seasons 1965-1975, has not been inducted into the Hall of Fame.

The 1960's were both my high school and college years. The music of The 4 Seasons with Joe Long on bass were as much a part of my life then as proms, football games and frat parties. In the 1970's, I went to Viet Nam for two tours of duty and life got far more serious. The 4 Seasons with Joe Long came with me. Their music played constantly and made us all feel while "in country", at least for awhile, happy, sane and safe.

Mr. Director, it was Joe Long I remember as a member of The 4 Seasons then and it's Joe Long whose influencial music touched the lives of the servicemen in Viet Nam. Please do the right thing...induct Joe "Long" LaBracio in the Hall of Fame.

Thank you.

Sincerely,
Peter F. Bartelli
Captain B777
Continental Airlines, inc