Athens to Charlotte, etc. I dig a poodle by Charles Haltry on the devee. Phase 1 in which roman candle covers I dig a pony Saturday night in the McGlohon Theater in Charlotte. But before we get there let's enjoy a quick recall of the 40 watt. Our first time to play in Athens and man did it rain. Not only weatherwise, but also in a figurative sense - Figurative in the same sense that Phil Hoffman's character (in Along Came Polly) is making it rain while playing basketball. - the rest of the movie is forgettable, but this scene of trash talk is primo). Our number one fan for the evening went unanimously to our new friend Sarah who drove six hours from jacksonville FL to see us play -- and had to drive back for work in the morning. wow. we were very grateful for this public display of affection (and as if that wasn't enough to win the green jacket, she made that whole trip only because she is a dedicated my-spacer who happened to discover our band while looking for new music on myspace). Pictured right is us with Sarah backstage at the 40 watt. What an amazing room by the way. Needless to say, we had a great time playing a couple shows with Mr. Will Hoge & friends. We woke up saturday morning, found out that "The Grill" in Athens only serves breakfast until noon, and tried to learn "i dig a pony" in the van ride from GA to Charlotte.
As for the Beatles Tribute on that night, it was an amazing thing to witness. The "green room" for the 30+ musicians who were performing in the 4 hour spectacle, was one of the happiest little dressing areas we've ever seen. People standing in corners quietly practicing "she's leaving home" on the ukelele, or strawberry fields on one acoustic guitar. It was an unbelievable testament to how amazing that body of music is. For all you Thad Cockrell - Caitlin Cary fans out there (and boo to you all who are not), they are back in the country as of today from their european tour. Among other things, they played a sold out London show at the borderline and taped a BBC2 special with bob harris that will air this thurdsay on radio 2. and finally The Old Ceremony played a premium acoustic set - interview on wxyc tonight. we will be supporting them at the tyler's outdoor show on Sunday. food, prizes, kids under 10 get in free...