Monday, December 7, 2009

What 4?

Not much went down in November except we did get together with Rick from "Corn Wallace" to sit in for a little while and the band really sounded great! Unfortunately, due to personal & family issues, our original bass player isn't going to be able to continue with us. We wish Rick (the original bassist) the best.
Going to get together on 12/12 to audition a couple musicians to fill the vacancy.

Wish us luck and stay tuned.....What 4?......just because.

Monday, October 19, 2009

Welcome October

Looks like a new project is in the wings. A few bandmates from "the old hometown" have decided they'd like to experience the club crowds in this area. I'm really looking forward to performing again with Mike & Rick. We all are excited at the prospect & are certain this band, based on the level of talent, is going ROCK!!!!!! The first practice is the 31st (whooo Halloween week-end). I'll let you know how it goes. Meanwhile, KEEP THE JAMS COMIN'!!

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

September Chaos

Well...it's finally happened. My wife has finally sold her house and we've been moving (tons of)stuff for the last three weekends. The end is in sight because we close at the end of the month. The most interesting part of this whole fiasco is going to be witnessing the defiance of the laws of physics. I've always wondered how it would be possible to fit 12 sq. ft. into 3 sq. ft. Well....she's gonna show me and as soon as I experience this, I'll pass it on to all of you.

On another note...."Sidetracked" is charging ahead, sounding better and better. Getting very close to the "demo" and PR creation. Stay tuned.........

Tuesday, July 21, 2009

Birthday Gig

WOW!!!
The Annville project (known that night) as Sidetracked, had a kickass show for the wife of a friend. On July 18 we really had a great time on the maiden voyage of the band. The sound was great, the beer was cold, and some of the women.......HOT!!! Wouldn't you know it? The one time I don't hang beads on my mike stand and I get not one...not two...but THREE pairs displayed!!! I can't believe Kathy missed them.

Keep On Rockin'!!!

Thursday, July 9, 2009

Post Vacation

Well, it's back to the "body shop" this week and things at work are status quo. The first day back, I had alot of stuff to get caught up on that (naturally) wasn't done while I was off. Had a good vacation though and looking forward to the next one which is scheduled for the second week in August.

The other project dubbed "Sidetracked" last evening has it's first show this weekend. A private party, but weather permitting looks to be a fun time.
Rock On!!!

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Busy Month

Well folks, it's been an interesting month. I discovered that the guys in my (former) band, Mixed Breed, are not the people I thought. They went behind my back (like the cowards they obviously are) and without any discussion or notification, fired my ass! What's worse, my little girl was supposed to sing with the band July 4th. You'd have thought they would have at least had the decency to let her perform before firing me. They NEVER approached me or indicated there were any problems whatsoever. I guess no matter how well you treat people, there are always classless, no dignity, backstabbing, immature, ignorant a--holes wherever you go. They kept me long enough to get booked into a few classier, better paying clubs. I have a suspicion that once they play these places whithout me and the club realizes they didn't get the band they thought they were getting, Mixed Breed is screwed for future gigs there. I guess I can handle the fact of what these people are, but you break my daughter's heart.....our day will come.
"When God closes a door, he opens a window." ...... Don't know who said it, but I believe it's true. This may be my next opportunity to find a really fantastic band!

Monday, June 8, 2009

And the answer is.......

The answer to the "Who said it?" question is:
Ian St. Ian, a frequent guest of radio's popular "Bob & Tom Show".............................you wankers.

Friday, June 5, 2009

Music

What's the most popular portable music device?
Is it the Walkman (the one I can afford), the iPod, or some other brand?
What do you have?

Tuesday, June 2, 2009

Who said it?

"If you're not using Gibson or Marshall....you're a wanker!!"

If no one gets it by 6/5/09, I'll reveal the answer....and you'll be a ......

DigiTech RP 500

Let's hear some thoughts on this effects unit. Anyone have some "tips" that aren't in the manual?

Monday, June 1, 2009

Hands full!

Have you ever gotten WAY in over your head with the things you love most in life?
Never thought I'd see the day, but it is true....and it's happened to me.

Thursday, May 28, 2009