Re: FYI: SF Bay Area Rockabilly/Country shows
Brad, Nothing for May 14 and 15th? I'll be in the area on business the 14th through the 21st. Wonder if I can talk my business colleague into Buck Owens? Mid-week, hmm. Deb
Re: Blatant plugs from Memphis and beyond
Nancy! Keep me on this Blatant Plugs list. Great stuff. See you at Twangfest. Can't get to Memphis right now. Deb
Re: Interlochen
You're joking right? Stuart? I thought we paid big bucks to send a kid there to learn cello, now I discover this? g Wait until her father finds out. Deb
Re: NW P2 party vs. Sovine Extravaganza 99!
I'm afraid I will be unable to attend both though I'll be closer to Don and Deborah's than Ohio. I'll be working in California Bay Area the 14th through the 22nd. We've got a rental car but I doubt my work colleague would fancy a quick trip up to Seattle. Hopefully, we'll find something to do (he's never been to San Francisco so I think we can start there). Have a good party! Have a good CD release show! Deb
Re: D 'n' C
I prefer Kevn Kinney solo to D 'n' C -- in fact I haven't seen the band in a while. But Kevn's got some great solo songs -- some that he does with the band. My current favorite is "Highway 316 revisited." 316 is the hwy. between Atlanta and Athens and Kevn' did a great Dylan parody for a benefit album last year. Sorry, I'm no help. I just go see the solo shows. One here next week. Deb
Re: Clip: Chesnutt Wilco from the Boston Globe
Bob, thanks for posting that. Deb
Re: Tom Petty's roots are showing (real twangy)
In a message dated 4/21/99 9:13:38 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Another gap in my knowledge: I was amazed to read, in the liner notes, that Duane Gregg Allman, Bernie Leadon, and Don Felder all came out of the Gainesville music scene along with Petty co. coming to a bookstore near you in September. well, if I get it done and turned in by May 12th. Florida turned out to be more interesting musically than I thought particularly with all the connections between Petty (fellow Mudcrutch then Heartbreaker high school buddies), the Allmans, Ronnie Van Zant, the Eagles, Stephen Stills and on and on. Sadly, the Gainesville music scene is more ska today than anything else. Deb posting from work g
I'm in Nashvegas
Hey, I'm here. Blown away by Neil Young - 5th row center seat -- right behind Emmylou. Geez! Interesting to see what she reacted to rather than the Fedex guy sitting next to me who did squeeze my hand a couple of times -- it was o.k. he was cool -- didn't realize i was as old as i am. he got into neil in the 80's, uh . . . Anyway, I'm in town for the festivities. Like to see others. Lunch, drinks. I'm working but still need to do those things. luv, deb sommer
Re: I'm in Nashvegas
In a message dated 4/16/99 4:12:53 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Deb Deb Deb, Don't you know, doll, we want to know your hair color!! Screw this "I sat behind Emmylou" nonsense... No nonsense -- if my hair would turn that beatutiful silver -- I'd go for it. I'm back to natural. Ashe blonde with highlights. I'm a cool type though I did kick some ass while I was a temporary red head. We want the behind the scenes, "where is Deb now and can she find her way back by reading the directions in reverse" scoop. Deb, can find her way around anyplace -- no map. It helps if there's a cute young driver guy. He had no clue that I was fuckin' with him on the way back. BTW, KC P2ers Jack C and Bill S were way down with Robbie tonight. Great set, I think even a new song !!, they were making me dream of Twangfest... I can't wait my first t'fest. I'm gonna do it. I've got a room and everything. Late late late... junior, I love you.
Re: Remember, its Denver
In a message dated 4/16/99 9:11:27 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: CK trying to remember if that's where Deb wound up *shudder* no actually Deb didn't wind up but she's in nashville this weekend. athens will remain home DAS
Re: (Fwd) new Tom Petty?
In a message dated 4/14/99 8:23:55 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The new Tom Petty record got a raving review in the local paper this morning, with the writer saying it's his best work in 20 years. Anyone heard it? Constantly since 4:30 yesterday. I like it -- can't say yet if it's the best in 20 years. A couple of songs are worth the 11.99 price alone. Deb
Re: Petty, Bachman...
In a message dated 4/14/99 10:55:04 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: hate the way Petty's vocals are produced (especially "Free Girl Now") and he doesn't really sing until the fifth or sixth song. This is my least favorite song on the CD and someone said this was the single. Love "lonesome sundown" and "echo" and "billy the kid" today (changes daily) Deb#s
Re: Big Star
In a message dated 4/13/99 8:25:36 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: *5/6: BIG STAR AT METRO! I _think_ this is close to the original line up. Jody Stephens and Alex Chilton anyway. Jon Auer and Ken Stringfellow of the late Posies fill out the band. They did a live record (for a show they did at MU in 1993) that's pretty good, and I'd certainly see them if *I* had the chance. (sniff) Isn't Stringfellow still touring with R.E.M.? Deb
Re: Tom Petty's new one
In a message dated 4/13/99 10:41:26 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I cannot remove the new Tom Petty album from my CD player. If this keeps up, I may need an intervention. Is there a Betty Ford program for this? Nancy I've had it going since 4:30 g Deb
Re: Rock is alive at Petty's house!
In a message dated 4/14/99 12:42:00 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Letterman definitely didn't snuff Petty tonight. He must have told the audience to buy Petty's new CD "Echo" about 5 times. Great song, great band! The solo gave me goose bumps. Letterman thanked Petty for a great rock record and said that he was afraid that rock was dead and Petty replied "Rock is alive at my house!" I've got a room at the top of the world tonight and I ain't coming down. Rock On, Bob It's a wonderful CD -- I've been listening to it since about 4:30 p.m. I love it. Deb
Neil Young
anybody from nashville going to the show next week/ i just had a late night shopping spree and landed myself a 5th row center seat. apologize - my caps key isn't working to well Deb#s
Re: Dashboard Saviors
In a message dated 4/8/99 10:36:57 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I hear rumors that they're reforming, or maybe that they have reformed already, and are recording. Deb Sommers might know more about this. Deb Sommer hasn't heard rumors of reforming. She has knowledge that Todd McBride is doing solo work and has a backing band he's performing with and Rob Veal is currently recording what I believe is his solo effort or could include a band he plays with called Little Oconee. Deb Sommer
Re: Best So Far - 99
In a message dated 4/8/99 10:37:56 AM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: APRIL! Go outside! Get some sun! Kiss a girl I do. I did. Well, I want to..g But, you notice..Bill Silvers and I only compiled a Top 5 list. That means we have a semi-life! Right? Plastic blow-up girls do not count. And I believe it would be correctly called half-life g You worked in Oak Ridge isn't that nuclear or something? Deb#s
Re: Clip: MP3 in Nashville
In a message dated 4/8/99 12:41:38 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Go, Roger!! g. Well, the man has always been into technology, that much is certain He's still emailing. I emailed him the other night for something for my book expecting to give him a few weeks and he responded within 15 minutes. He's got less of a life than we do g Just kidding. Anybody got the email addresses or web sites with email to other musicians (any genre) in the states of Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Kentucky, and Tennessee. I'm burning up the phone lines with publicists and fax machines. Email is so much easier. Deb Sommer
Re: Today is the 99th day of the 99th year:Tornadoes
In a message dated 4/8/99 6:25:24 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: listen to tornado and other catastrophic-near-death themed songs. So, I was hoping you could help with some suggestions... Like a Hurricane - Neil Young or you could rent the Wizard of OZ and listen to Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon and use that pipe Marie keeps mentioning g Deb
Re: Twangfest's Own Comedy Queen!
In a message dated 4/8/99 8:16:09 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Twangfest's own comedy quuen pecks: Hey, I can also tell jokes that don't include Jerry Curry. And actually, I was thinking with two wedding parties a lot of us could get lucky g Deb
Re: And you think earthquakes and floods bite...
In a message dated 4/8/99 8:46:09 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: We've got gigs in the LA area on Saturday Aug 14 Hey, I'll be out there the 8th - 11th or so. Get those guys some more dates!!! Deb
Re: Worthington
In a message dated 4/8/99 9:27:20 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Aren't they one of those Portland bands Jerry Curry so dislikes? G Oh, that's right.get me into trouble once again. I've heard for NXNW this year, I'm going to be tarred feathered and dragged throughout the streets of the town behind a car. Ohand all of time I'm to be serenaded by the Portland alt.country community. Sigh... Actually, Jerry -- they put me in charge of you for the second annual NXNW backyard BBQ. We have really good plans g Deb
Re: Television Live (and twangless)
In a message dated 4/7/99, 9:42:21 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: but Richard Lloyd is indeed a guitar god He was great playing on the "Meet John Doe" tour as well. I had a space by the stage right by him and though I find John Doe pretty darn easy on the eyes -- I still couldn't take my eyes off Richard's fingers. Deb
Re: Dashboard Saviors
They're from Athens. Many of the members still living here. As a band -- I don't believe they are an active entity but with Athens bands you never know. I don't know how many releases but I can find out. Two current members are active with other projects -- Todd McBride has an album out called Sketchy on a European label (which currently escapes me) and Rob Veal is currently recording for a release on Kelly Keneipp's new label here in Athens. In the fairly recent past, the band has backed Marlee Macleod from time to time when she's played Athens (her latest CD features their song "Just Like Geronimo") but it's probably been at least a year or so. Todd had a pretty successful tour of Europe (as did DS earlier) so there could be some things happening over there that I'm not aware of. Todd's current band that he's playing out with is House of Gamblers (no other DS members in it) but they sound great. I think Rob's CD will be solo -- he's an amazing songwriter. I saw him do a solo night which was incredible (incidentally -- his wife won the autographed Lucinda Williams guitar that the label or someone was giving away). I've also seen Rob play with a local band called Little Oconee but don't know if that's a continuing project. This town has too many one-off bands but lots of talent. Deb Sommer
Re: Television Live (and twangless)
Richard Lloyd is now and forever on my guitar god list no matter who he plays with. Deb
Re: Clip: RIAA's 1998 Consumer Profile
Cherlyn, I like your use of the word "cornfused." Can I use that? I'll credit you. Deb just got home from The Possibilities -- whoa boy -- they were great!
Re: tea
In a message dated 4/3/99 3:46:25 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Going to see the fab Jennyanykind tonight. Haven't heard the "new" record (again with the lameness, it's probably really old by now), but I loved Revelator. I hereby encourage all Austinites to flock to the Comeandspendall -- oops...I mean Continental -- and rawk. Please catch the Drive-By Truckers playing with them as well. I'd love to see those two bands together. Deb
Re: Austin Friday and Saturday night
Well, tell Patterson and crew Deb Sommer said hi! Glad it wasn't a transmission. I wondered how they got it fixed so quick. Have fun at the shows tonight. Wish I was back in Austin. Deb
Re: Austin Friday and Saturday night
In a message dated 4/2/99 11:55:07 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: did they play that song "Toom Much Sex, Too Little jesus" - they played that in my living room while I washed dishes and putting laundry away. Are you coming down for the Austin show? It's on the new CD which they will be selling unless they sold all they took with them already. Damn, wish I was in Austin. Nice to see you pop up JDiva. Tell the boys Deb misses them. Deb Sommer
The King
In a message dated 4/1/99 2:31:08 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: NP: The King, "Gravelands" (Actually, an Elvis impersonator doing AC/DC's "Whole Lotta Rosie" works better than you might think) I saw him at SXSW. Got the set list autographed and my picture taken with him. Bap Kennedy produced this album so I had a tape last fall. I was listening to it driving my annual trek from Georgia to Illinois for Thanksgiving. I decided to cut through Alabama -- straight down 65 from Nashville since construction between N'ville and Chattanooga was horrendous. Right after rolling across the Alabama state line, The King belts out "Sweet Home Alabama." I had to pull off the interstate until I could control my hysterics. It's a great rendition -- it was just one of those moments of the absurd that sometime overcome. Deb
Austin Friday and Saturday night
Don't forget to catch the Drive-By Truckers in Austin Friday and Saturday night. Friday they're at the Hole in the Wall Saturday they're at the Continental Both nights with Jennyanykind. Go out and support the little guys. We've got a transmission to pay for g Deb#s
Merle Haggard Birthday Party
Many folks blasted me for not giving a heads up about this last year so here goes. . . This Saturday night at the 40 Watt is the Merle Haggard Birthday Party. All Merle songs all night. I don't have the complete line-up but last year it included The Hot Burritos, The Starroom Boys, Kevn Kinney (of Drivn' N Cryin), Drive-By Truckers, Redneck GReece, Jack Logan, Vic Chesnutt, etc. Anyway it's a blast! $5 dollars. Deb
Fwd: Bad news, good spirits/Pensacola, FL
Sorry to cross post this but my band Drive-By Truckers is stranded. Anyone in the area who has any connections in Pensacola with speedy mechanics please email jen at [EMAIL PROTECTED] My boys are stranded but they are housed and fed (and probably liquored up) just having one of those road trips from hell. How many transmissions a year can you lose? I'm going to have to see if they all know how to properly drive. This was their new van. And does anyone have a estimate of how long it would take to get from Pensacola to Houston? I guess I-10 would be the quickest route. Lord, help me -- let's hope they don't get caught speeding in Louisiana. They do have the new CD with them. I heard the finished product today. The cover isn't near as tacky as the last one. And I have to say the production is better, the song choices better, (though I believe they did one of Slim's favorite songs about human excrement based of course on a true story "The Night G.G. Allin Came to Town") and way, don't listen to me I'm not objective. I do have an official title now in the Trucker Pit Stop Crew. Deb Sommer -- Life Support g So anyway, if anyone can help -- you will be rewarded. See below. Deb Sommer In a message dated 3/29/99, 8:09:41 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] (Jen Bryant) To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] The Drive-By Truckers' Florida-Louisiana-Texas tour has stopped dead in it's tracks for the moment. The van lost its transmission somewhere between Gainesville and Pensacola, but they keep truckin' on. Patterson and the boys rented a car to get to their Louisiana shows, and then after getting there, the New Orleans show was cancelled. Now the boys are headed back to Pensacola where they were able to score a couple more gigs; last night at Sluggo's - acoustic, and tonight at the Handle Bar in Pensacola with David Dondero (spelling?) and his new band. However, they still have to make it to Texas by Wednesday... As far as I know, the van is going in the shop today, if they can find one that will do the work quick. Anyone in the area who knows anything about transmissions and would be willing to lend a hand, just reply to the e-mail and I'm sure you'll get all the DBT lovin' you can handle. If you're in the area and you DON'T know anything about transmissions, go see the show! thanks ya'll Jenn The Drive-By Truckers' Florida-Louisiana-Texas tour has stopped dead in it's tracks for the moment. The van lost its transmission somewhere between Gainesville and Pensacola, but they keep truckin' on. Patterson and the boys rented a car to get to their Louisiana shows, and then after getting there, the New Orleans show was cancelled. Now the boys are headed back to Pensacola where they were able to score a couple more gigs; last night at Sluggo's - acoustic, and tonight at the Handle Bar in Pensacola with David Dondero (spelling?) and his new band. However, they still have to make it to Texas by Wednesday... As far as I know, the van is going in the shop today, if they can find one that will do the work quick. Anyone in the area who knows anything about transmissions and would be willing to lend a hand, just reply to the e-mail and I'm sure you'll get all the DBT lovin' you can handle. If you're in the area and you DON'T know anything about transmissions, go see the show! thanks ya'll Jenn "Once a country boys seen the way the steam rises off a mans insides on the sidewalk Tends to change the way he thinks, the way he sees everything and he goes back to where he came from..." -Mike Cooley, "One Of These Days" (off the new Drive-By Truckers CD, "Pizza Deliverance"
Calling Jeff Wall
Sorry for public post but I've misplaced Jeff's email and the one I pulled out of my head bounced. Jeff -- email me. I need your phone number for the Fed Ex. I promise I will not give it to anyone or use it myself for obscene phone calls. Although, if you weren't shipping out -- we might make some money auctioning it off to make Twangfest money g Deb Sommer
Re: Barkers, Orange Mothers??
In a message dated 3/29/99, 10:13:07 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Off to Austin next weekend, Can anyone tell me about these bands? They are playing at the Continental Club Thursday evening. Don't know anything about those bands but . . . Friday night The Drive-By Truckers are playing The Hole in the Wall and Saturday night The Continental Club. Both with JennyanyKind. (And of course, provided the transmission gets fixed). You won't be disappointed seeing them live. Slim, can you testify? Deb
Drive-By Truckers
Thanks everyone for the outpouring of support and emails. The van is fixed so the band will make to Texas for their shows. They're happy but broke so if you go, buy their CD so they can eat and buy gas to get back home g Thanks again, Deb Sommer
Re: Barkers, Orange Mothers??
In a message dated 3/29/99 6:57:54 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: the DBT's definitely put on quite a show, and it would be well worth the effort to go see them. For the record, I HATED GG Allin, who once gave a woman a beer enema while she was wearing only a Slim Chance gimme cap. It's on video. My reputation is ruined. AGH!!!. Slim Nah, Slim -- that might go for a lot of money on Ebay g Deb
Re: Twang in Serbia
In a message dated 3/28/99 9:00:48 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm going over as Twang of Eight's super dooper secret agent to infilitrate and bring down from within, the evil musical regimes that exist in Eastern Europe. Hey Jeff -- Patterson and his wife Donna Jane are planning to visit Bosnia sometime in July (maybe depending on how things are over there). Here brother is there. So, if you need to call in help -- I'm sure Eastern Europe will love the crazy Howdy Doody boy g I'm working on getting that CD to you before you ship out. Don't worry. Deb
Re: The Sadies
In a message dated 3/28/99 6:17:42 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: The Sadies may very well be the third best live band on the planet. (The Brox and The Vroys, thanks for asking). Thought I'd chime in and say I too like the Sadies and one of the barely worn t-shirts I'm donating to the auction is a Sadies shirt. I think I have about 6 band t-shirts worn once if at all -- all were gifts (we won't go into that) but they're washed and I'll put them in the mail this week to Meshel and Marie. Deb
Re: Better Live?
Jeff, Donna Jane called me and I'm meeting her for lunch tomorrow. I'm picking up your new DBT CD from her tomorrow and will express mail it. Can't have you out there on a boat without some kickass redneck music g Deb Sommer
Re: Better Live?
Whoops! Sorry, private to Jeff. Anyone interested in review copies of the new Drive-By Truckers CD -- I'll be glad to forward the requests to the non- email, technophobe Patterson or I think you can send email to [EMAIL PROTECTED] and someone will answer it. But the band is one the road in Florida and headed toward Texas so I don't know who's handling the mail or what. If interested check out their website with new show reviews, lyrics, etc. at www.drivebytruckers.com Deb Sommer
Re: Guadalcanal Diary
In a message dated 3/26/99 3:16:59 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There is another in the works -- that was recorded "live" at Smiths Old Bar or the Roxy or somewhere in Atlanta. Let me do some digging this weekend and see what's up. Let me clarify -- the other CD out was recorded "live" but they've got a studio album in the works. Deb
Re: Guadalcanal Diary
In a message dated 3/26/99 10:27:02 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: s "Live at Your Birthday Party" the new Guadalcanal Diary album to which There is another in the works -- that was recorded "live" at Smiths Old Bar or the Roxy or somewhere in Atlanta. Let me do some digging this weekend and see what's up. Deb
Re: Twangfest Auction
I think that's a great idea. I'll donate Drive-By Trucker CDs (the new one is in but hasn't been released). I have a collection of P2 friendly band t- shirts given to me by ex-boyfriends that were only worn once. (Hey, I'm house hunting and will be moving -- I need to clean out the closets). I also have lots of band photos from the days when someone was paying me to do photography. I'll go through them, see what's relevant -- see if I can get some autographed -- particularly the Emmylou photos (wonder who will bid on those g). You said early May? That will give me time to go through things, still buy a house, finish a book and keep my "day" job g I also have R.E.M. photos (mostly individual shots) taken on the Monster tour -- not twang but there might be a bidder out there somewhere and I could probably get those autographed if anyone was interested. Oh, and Marie -- I have some great Jim Lauderdale photos g Deb Sommer (trying to remember to sign my real name)
Re: Librarians Rule
In a message dated 3/25/99, 2:25:07 PM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: We have *our* sites squarely upon the industrial weasals at this point. But Widespread Panic.? Guess I'll have to dig out my Widespread Panic t-shirt to wear to ALA g Whoops! I'm not a member. Actually, I'm not a great fan of their music but I am a great fan of the people in the band. Like R.E.M. they put their money in things they believe in rather than fancy houses and jets. I'm proud of both of them. And were R.E.M. that famous when they did their "Read" Poster. Mike looks like he's still in major geek stage and Michael still has hair g Maybe I should have fluffed with this one. Deb Sommer
Re: Beale Street Music Festival
Got any info. on tickets, press passes, etc.? Deb
Re: Beale Street Music Festival - ticket info
Thanks for the information Nancy. I might try to take it in. Deb
Re: Clip- New Jack Logan/Tourdates
In a message dated 3/22/99 11:19:26 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: And by the way, the album is great but then I'm not very objective. And if the Possibilities ever get their own album out -- buy it! They're great! What's the release date, and are these the songs intended for the aborted third Medium Cool album? No, the Possibilities haven't been with Jack that long. They did some recording locally in Athens at David Barbe's studio and were doing some work with Scott McGaughey (Young Fresh Fellows, Minus 5, REM extra) but nothing ever progressed beyond the recording so there's no release date at this point. The group also has a side project called the Beverly Others (all Everly Brothers covers). Isn't the third aborted Medium Cool album now the Capricorn album that Jack's touring behind? The Possibilities didn't play on that but Bob Kimball who really isn't one of the Possibilities but has his own band Weird Summer up near Champagne, IL did. Logan has another new album out on his buddy Kelly Keneipp's new label. I'll have to check my notes somewhere to see the name of it and the website. The man is prolific. Jack did add a tune to this year's ATHfest compilation -- it's more twangy along the lines of his early stuff like "Brand New Car and Plate of BBQ" or whatever that title was. If anyone's interested I'll try to find all the information about Kelly's new label and Jack's new website and albums. It's at home somewhere on my dining room table. Deb
Re: Parasol (was Re: $10 off Music Blvd coupon)
In a message dated 3/23/99 4:24:56 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I have ordered from them Chris, quite a bit in fact, and I recommend them highly. Very strong on indie and pop releases especially those central Illinois and Chicago area bands, many of which are under their "parasol" of labels. Fair prices, never any problems, check them out. Parasol also carries a lot of Athens indie stuff by Of Montreal, Olivia Tremor Control, The Gerbils (Athens? can't remember) and of course, they carry all of Bob Kimball's stuff. I think I'm just in love with him again g Can't wait to hit some Jack Logan tour dates. Deb
Re: Clip- New Jack Logan/Tourdates
In a message dated 3/22/99 6:50:35 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Touring with his latest road band, the Possibilities (which includes past collaborator Bob Kimball on several instruments, guitarist Kevin Lane, drummer Matt Lane, bassist Bob Spires, and guitarist Jeff Neff), Logan will kick things off in Atlanta on May 15 and work his way up the East Coast before settling back down in the South for a June 5 I'll quit blathering about Jack and Bob soon g but have been in a dither since this post because drummer Matt Lane and John Neff are also Drive-By Truckers. I thought I had some dates booked for them during late May but I see we're taking a break in May. Whew! These Athens bands they play with everybody g I will relax now and take more allergy medicine. Deb#s
Re: SXSW report (long)
In a message dated 3/23/99 5:34:34 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Head to Liberty Lunch to see Jim Roll (excellent set), That's who I saw at Liberty Lunch that I really liked. Thanks Jim, I saw you there too didn't I?
Re: Danlee2's SXSW '99
In a message dated 3/22/99 6:44:46 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: while I'm gabbing away not paying attention, someone tells me to shut up and actually watch what's going on stage; Lucinda Williams just strolling up and singing a song with That would be Hayseed
Re: Bramletts
Randall lives in Athens -- are you talking about him? Deb
Re: Let's Active cover on Friends
In a message dated 3/11/99 9:24:51 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: tell me about Let's Active, if you would be so kind. she of boundless ignorance, lr Mitch Easter's band from North Carolina. Mitch recorded early R.E.M. at his Drive In Studio in Winston Salem, NC. put out an EP on IRS and a number of subsequent albums in the 80's. Different members -- Sara Romweber, Angie Carlson, Eric Marshall, etc. . . think they've done some recent stuff but I've lost track. Several Athens connections -- Guadacanal Diary, etc.
Re: Bramletts
In a message dated 3/11/99 9:55:30 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Bekka, their kid, Wasn't she also in Fleetwood Mac for a while too?
Re: Bramletts
In a message dated 3/11/99 9:41:03 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I hope and pray that one day that whole Macon/Muscle Shoals scene will be throughly documented in a box set and/or a book. Hell, The rise and Fall of Capricorn Records or the whole Allman Bros scene would make a damned good movie. Well, Jeff to cheer you up -- the demented Patterson is working on a rock opera about the lore of Lynyrd Skynyrd and other 70's southern rock n roll bands g. And his daddy, David Hood could fill you in on the whole scene was part of the Muscle Shoals Sound Rhythm Section, member of Rick Hall's Fame Studio before he and others went on to form their own studio Muscle Shoals Sound. Your idea would make a good book or movie. I've been reading tons about the Allmans and others while doing my research. And I really did sleep in Duane Allman's bed g (the Big House in Macon is now a museum and BB). As for Randall being related to Delaney and Bonnie -- I've always wondered that myself. Guess I'll ask somebody. I know he's been around Georgia, Athens, Macon, and Alabama but playing with Sea Level, Traffic, Steve Winwood, and his own band for a long time. I'll try to remember to ask. Deb
Re: Bramletts
Oh, one of the things I remember reading about Bonnie was that she had worked as a backup singer for Ike and Tina Turner -- an Ikette -- wearing a wig and blackface. She also punched Elvis Costello in a bar somewhere in Ohio for calling Ray Charles a blind ignorant nigger. I think she's boss. Deb
Re: Bramletts
In a message dated 3/11/99 11:00:08 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I remember hearing this story 10 or 15 years ago; I think the town was Columbus, but I could be mistaken. Try 20 years ago, as I recall. I think it was the piss-you-in-the-face tour he did for "Armed Forces" back in 1979. He was doing everything he could think of to be an asshole on that tour, including playing a 45 minute set from start to finish for which people had paid $15 or $20. Just reveling in that rock n roll feeling of which we're all so enamored. There were a lot of people who were with Bonnie in spirit when she punched him. yeah, it was 1979 -- I think she was touring with Stephen Stills and I'm pretty sure it was Columbus. Deb Sommer
Enough already!
I'm with don -- your favorite SUV sucks!
NYC Date change
LAST MINUTE TOUR DATE CHANGE! On Monday, March 15, The Drive-By Truckers' were supposed to play at the Continental Club in New York; This date has been changed to Tuesday, March 16 at 8PM. DRIVE-BY TRUCKERS NEW E-MAIL - the new address is [EMAIL PROTECTED]
Anyone know anything happening is JAX or Gainesville, FL
I'm heading down to North Florida for the weekend. Will be based in Jacksonville but will definitely be roaming. Any good bands playing? Club suggestions? Anything? Thanks, Deb
Re: The Eradication Game (Re: Grammyszzzzzzzzz....)
In a message dated 3/1/99 1:34:43 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Um, no. Hendrix spawned far too many wanking guitar solos to be allowed to remain. Yes, the man could play the guitar but most of his imitators which are legion, can not. The Beach Boys define crappy, and I mean crappy pop music. Bland, soulless bullshit. Why every rock critic seems to adore Pet Sounds is beyond me. I read often that it is a groundbreaking, ahead of its time album. For a real groundbreaking record, released in the same year, try Trout Mask Replica by Captain Beefheart. Different strokes for different folks. I won't give up Hendrix just because he spawned the wankers -- not his fault. And I still refuse to give up Brian Wilson -- you can have the other boys. And try listening to the Smile sessions.
Re: The Eradication Game (Re: Grammyszzzzzzzzz....)
Sorry, I will not give up Brian Wilson!! He can't help it that Mike Love is such a geek g And, I think I want to keep Jimi too. I still get goosebumps on holidays when I blast his Star Spangled Banner and shoot illegal fireworks off the porch while my neighbors are blaring Skynyrd and torching some elaborate whistling dixie fireworks contraption while the $5 dollar hookers down on the street run for cover cause they know the firetrucks and law are coming soon. Deb
Re: Playlist: Tennessee Saturday Night -- 2/27/99
Shane, You know you all have more than 2 listeners g But I think it's great that the retirement home is digging you. Man, I'm including you all as a landmark. Deb
Re: Phil Clips: Keep 'em coming!
In a message dated 2/28/99 5:29:47 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Um...no offense to *you*...um, er...Dude...but you wanna read for a while and get the lay of the land before you speak for us all? Youre getting yourself into fighting territory in an area thats already been covered here time and again. The delete key is right there on your keyboard if you want to use it. Yeah, I hate now that we have to wait until Sunday to get the Phil Clips. Deb
Re: The Eradication Game (Re: Grammyszzzzzzzzz....)
Mariah Carey?
Re: Eradication Game
In a message dated 2/27/99 7:49:56 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Blues Traveller Spin Doctors and hopefully this will take down Jackopierce, Peat Moss, etc. etc. etc. and all those hippie jam bands. Yuck. Absolutely no objection from me particularly if it would kill off all these tie-dyed Athens hippie jam bands! They drive me nut. Talk about noodling. Deb
Re: cheap rental cars for SXSW?
I rent a lot for work travel but haven't much for personal travel so for personal -- I don't know what's cheap (I get a govt. discount for work). I did notice that my Amex statement this month included $20 off coupons from both Budget and National. If you used a travel agent or even one of the online travel bookers they usually know the deals. For work lately, I've been renting from Alamo and Dollar -- decent cars and now that gas is so cheap they've had some good unlimited miles deals -- though in Austin miles isn't going to be the seller. I would advise that folks renting cars -- try to get them right away. I think it was 1995 when I rented at the last minute in SXSW and there wasn't a car to be found and definitely not a cheap one. I lucked out and got a car -- a sporty premium model and it cost me a fortune. I guess I've driven the last few years and hauled folks around -- this year I'm just going to take my chances. Last year staying downtown, it was easier to walk or cab it than look for a parking place. Good luck car renters, Deb
Re: Grammyszzzzzzzzz....
In a message dated 2/25/99 6:23:19 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: In the "I am not making this up" category, my boss -- herself a Texan, though she says she has no interest in country -- asked if any of the Dixie Chicks used to be in the B-52's. That answer would be NO. Deb
Re: Return of the Grevious Angel
In a message dated 2/23/99 4:56:45 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: "Conmemorativo: A Tribute to Gram Parsons" (Rhino R2 71269) It sucked. Different strokes, I guess...I loved it, particularly Pet Clarke's Crazy Horse-ish take on one of the Hot Burritos (I forget which one)... Different strokes indeed. I thought it was great. John Keane, Peter Buck, Kevn Kinney, and Michelle Malone doing "Cody, Cody" really grabs me and Peter Holsapple and Susan Cowsill with the Walkin' Tacos doing "A Song for You" and Joey Burns and Vic Williams "Return of the Grievous Angel" -- this CD rarely gets far from my player. Deb
Drive-By Truckers Spring Tour
The new CD "Pizza Deliverance" will be out in May. I hung out during some of the recording and was quite pleased with the development. A couple of tracks have banjo and mandolin played by Mike Cooley and John Neff put down some nice pedal steel. I haven't heard the final mix but was thrilled. MARCH Fri March 5 - Wilmington, VA - Cowboys Sat March 6 - Chapel Hill, NC - Honkytonkarama at Local 506 Sun March 7 - Richmond, VA - Border Cafe Mon March 8 - Richmond, VA - Moondance Saloon Thur March 11 - Philadelphia, PA - Upstairs at Nicks Fri March 12 - Worchester, MA - The Above Club w/ Angry Johnny and the Killbillies Sat March 13 - North Hampton, MA - The Bay State Hotel w/ Angry Johnny and the Killbillies Mon March 15 - New York City, NY - The Continental Club Tues March 16 - TBA Wed March 17 - TBA Thurs March 18 - Raleigh, NC - Humble Pie w/ Angry Johnny and the Killbillies Fri March 19 - Athens, GA - Tasty World Sat March 20 - Atlanta, GA - The Star Bar w/ Angry Johnny and the Killbillies Thurs March 25 - Gainesville, FL - The Covered Dish w/ Jennyanykind Fri March 26 - Pensicola, FL - Sluggo's w/ Jennyanykind Sat March 27 - Baton Rouge, LA - The Bayou w/ Jennyanykind Sun March 28 - New Orleans, LA - TBA Mon March 29 - Memphis, TN - TBA Wed March 31 - Houston, TX - Rudyards w/ Jennyanykind APRIL Thurs April 1 - Denton, TX - Dan's Bar w/ 12 lb. Test Fri April 2 - Austin, TX - Hole in the Wall w/ Jennyanykind Sat April 3 - Austin, TX - Continental Club w/ Jennyanykind Fri. April 23 - Raleigh, NC - Humble Pie Sat. April 24 - Richmond, VA - The Barn Dance More to come. Including Bosnia in July. (Well, at least Patterson solo) And I'm sure Paul is working on some of those TBA dates. I always feared that the Drive-By Trucker and Angry Johnny would share a bill and now it will happen. I'm not sure the world will ever be the same again. Hey, Jeff - maybe you could book Patterson on your Navy Ship -- he'd definitely entertain the troops g Deb
Re: Austin Motel
In a message dated 2/17/99 9:00:37 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just curious, what P2ers are actually staying at the Austin Motel? I know Alex is, and Jake London and maybe Jerry Curry. I need to know who I've got a room but I'm on the maybe list depending on what happens with my job. Deb
Re: Austin Motel
In a message dated 2/16/99 10:06:20 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Just curious, what P2ers are actually staying at the Austin Motel? I know Alex is, and Jake London and maybe Jerry Curry. I need to know who I'm gonna be able to share a cab with, and who I need to avoid. g whoops, I read wrong. I'm not at the Austin motel but I might be in SXSW depending on the job situation.
Re: I'll Fly Away
Linda, I didn't catch the earlier mention of the song -- are you all talking about the spiritual? Deb
Sorry
I apologize -- didn't mean to reply to on list to post. Brain dead. Deb
Re: Florida music landmarks and musicians
Thanks Tom, I've got the Buffett sites in South Alabama, Nashville (remember that song about payin' the mini-mart back) and Key West. Don't think we'll make it to the panhandle this time but you just reminded me of Tom T. Hall and Sopchoppy. Thanks, Deb
Re: Florida music landmarks and musicians
It's weird -- I've read the same things about Gram's place -- "styled on Amsterdam . . ." I don't think we're going to stay there because we don't have reservations but they were more than happy to let us look around and see any Gram memorabilia they have. I also got some weird vibes. I'm not anti- gay either. Maybe it's a nudist bed breakfast with hash g Anyway, I'll be with a big burly guy just relocated from San Francisco so I'm not afraid of anything. Thanks for your take though, Deb
Florida music landmarks and musicians
I'm heading to North Florida and perhaps central Florida for work on my book for a four day stint this weekend. I know there aren't a lot of southerners on this list but there are a lot of very knowledgeable folks. I've got a list of sites and stuff to look for but thought others here might have recommendations. I've got things related to Gram Parsons, Gamble Rogers, Tom Petty, Lynyrd Skynrd, Jim Morrison, Jim Stafford and that's all I can think of without consulting my list. And you all know I have a really bad memory so . . . I'd welcome any Florida sites, Florida musicians past or present (we're not including South Florida) so anything Tampa north. Has anyone ever stayed at Gram's Place? The BB in Tampa that's supposed to have Gram Parson's memorabilia, etc? I appreciate any tips. Thanks, Deb
Re: Damnations TX (was Re: best so far
In a message dated 2/7/99 1:22:03 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Why Dan, you make P2 sound like the U.S. Congress g. I Speaking of the U.S. Congress -- did anyone catch the latest episode of the "Ex-Presidents" on Saturday Night Live? Whoops! I should be on the fluff side. Deb
Re: Damnations TX (was Re: best so far
In a message dated 2/6/99 9:43:50 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: My favorite song on the cd is dedicated to the memory of a beloved amp. Ah, the amp named Black Widow. Yes, I love this! Bittersweet. I'm always amazed at sibling harmonies and these two are perfect. Deb
Re: FINAL CALL! TWANGFEST!
In a message dated 2/1/99, 9:10:54 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Charlie Feathers Didn't he die recently? Or am I thinking of someone else? Deb
Re: FINAL CALL! TWANGFEST!
Ok, I get it now, it's a joke. Trying to quit caffeine today and I'm not too quick on the uptake Deb
Re: Ryan's example ...
Ryan's actually 24 now. I'll always remember it -- he was born on the day Gram Parson's died and I just happened to interview him about that time. And he did have a punk band from age 14 through ? Deb
Re: Question about TV bands
In a message dated 1/27/99 9:38:05 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: [Matt Benz] I haven't been following this thread real close, but have you all forgot the greatest tv band of all time? Ricky Nelson's! Geez Nope, somebody mentioned it days ago g
Re: 2 queries
In a message dated 1/26/99 1:22:31 AM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I'm sure that's all true. But I was thinking, too, that it was more than just the pickiness and accepted standards of writers and editors at play here. I was thinking it was, you know, like, the law. . . . I'm guessing there's a difference in copyright law/requirents, although I don't think that makes much sense. I think it's more likely the application of the standard or the application of the law -- because a copyright is a copyright regardless of what the format of the item copyrighted is. Remember old 45's -- I remember as a kid not knowing what the name in parentheses under the performers name meant. It was the writer of the song. So at some time in music history there may have been a standard. I know this is minutia to some but I guess I find it pretty interesting. And one would think with Nashville being a "songwriters" town, that there of all places, credit would be given. But then again, didn't this start with Hazeldine? I don't have their CD or even know what label it's on -- I still think that smaller labels might not be following proper protocol but no one's called them on it. Then again maybe they have been called and we don't know. But I agree with whoever, it annoys the hell out of me when someone covers a song on a CD and doesn't properly credit it. You know -- BMI and ASCAP might be the place to clear this up. I'm too tired to go web surfing -- Curry -- that's your assignment for tomorrow g Deb I'll probably be digging into copyright tomorrow night in my studies -- but it will deal more with electronic documents g
Re: Movie Music (was Re: Old 97's)
In a message dated 1/26/99 5:17:52 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Maybe already mentioned but "The Horse Whisperer" or something like that -- I think made it to the charts.
Re: NEA
What are the dates of NEA? I was thinking Feb. 20 something but just saw Marie post a date for a band playing Feb. 13. Deb confused
Re: More News that Stinks/NPR
Shane and others, The same thing happened last spring with the public radio station in Athens. They gutted the staff (mostly news and local programming folks) and now the station is no different than any NPR station you'd pick up anywhere. One thing they did keep (which isn't local but at least regional) is "Mountain Stage" out of Charleston, WV and it's paid for by R.E.M. LLC A good friend of mine, David, was the news director and probably early 40's -- decided he couldn't handle starting over or going to another public radio station which might take the same direction (seems to be a trend). He took a pay cut but kept a job with the University to hang onto his retirement -- he's a public information officer but make up the difference bartending three nights a week. He said he wouldn't have even had a chance at a bartending job but the owner gave him a chance with no experience because he might draw a different type of crowd into the bar. And that he has -- giving us one more semi-adult but cool hangout. I admit I haven't paid a lot of attention to all the national news about funding public radio and tv. Yeah, I write my checks but I haven't been vocal in what I'd like. I guess I will in the future. Deb
Re: Line Dancing
In a message dated 1/21/99 1:25:55 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I got you all beat. The Convicts played two shows one summer at different nudist camps. You ain't seen nothing till you've seen a 70 year old Granny line dancing in nothing but her white fringe cowboy boots. You guys played B.A.R.E. Acres? I wonder if they're still booking. Hmm -- well, maybe when the weather warms up. DEb
Re: Americana guesswork/line-d@#*@
Jeff Wall on line dancing -- Have you ever considered writing some of those male/female communication books like "Women are from Venus and Men are from Mars" -- I think you might be able to do a good job and make a shitload of money selling them to the redneck market g Deb Laughing her butt off
Re: Line Dancing
In a message dated 1/21/99 7:00:54 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: One of the shows was at BARE. It was way fun - $100, a case of PBR, and all the ugly naked people we wanted to look at. One of my friend's bands played there a couple of years ago and I totally forgot about the place.
Re: DEADLINE'S SOON: TWANGFEST
In a message dated 1/20/99, 10:09:24 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: If so, better get your asses moving. The deadline is January 25th. Is the 25th the date it needs to be postmarked by or the date it needs to be received? Deb
Re: I GOT A DAY JOB!
Congratulations on your job!!! Have to share my good news. Too soon to celebrate yet but I got an interview for the job I applied for in Denver!!! I think I asked earlier if there's anyone on this list out there? I realize the music scene isn't the same as Athens but maybe I'm growing up a bit g I did check Pollstar to see what kinds of bands come through and I'm real excited about all the bluegrass festivals. Wish me luck!! And maybe we can do something about the music scene if I get out there. I'll definitely have crash pad room for folks traveling through. Deb Sommer
Re: Whiskey97s
I can't remember if it was here or not but it seems either that Whiskeytown/Old 97's Austin City Limits or maybe it was the ND tour several years ago that sparked the "hair" thread. I'll say no more -- might be more appropriate to the fluff list g
Re: Bluebird in Atlanta 2
Wow, Meshel! Thanks for forwarding that to the list. I work in Atlanta on Thursdays so now I have an even better excuse to hang around have dinner with friends and catch music. Bluebird at the Tabernacle -- too cool. Deb
Re: Query:Archive this list?
In a message dated 1/13/99 9:56:51 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: I would prefer not to have my e-mail address out there on a buncha web pages. I have to agree with CK on this one. I get enough mail from nuts as it is. Deb
