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
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
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. . . .
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.
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
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
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
Ok, I get it now, it's a joke. Trying to quit caffeine today and I'm not too
quick on the uptake
Deb
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
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
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
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
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
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
I apologize -- didn't mean to reply to on list to post. Brain dead.
Deb
Linda,
I didn't catch the earlier mention of the song -- are you all talking about
the spiritual?
Deb
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
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
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.
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
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
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.
Mariah Carey?
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
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
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
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
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
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'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
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
I'm with don -- your favorite SUV sucks!
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]
Randall lives in Athens -- are you talking about him?
Deb
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.
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?
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
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.
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
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
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
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
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
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,
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?
Got any info. on tickets, press passes, etc.?
Deb
Thanks for the information Nancy. I might try to take it in.
Deb
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).
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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!
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
Richard Lloyd is now and forever on my guitar god list no matter who he plays
with.
Deb
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
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
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
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!
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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 --
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
Bob, thanks for posting that.
Deb
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
Nancy!
Keep me on this Blatant Plugs list. Great stuff. See you at Twangfest.
Can't get to Memphis right now.
Deb
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
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