And we continue our trek through the groovy summer months:
August 5, 2014 Red Eye Bar Kansas City, KS: We found ourselves back in KCK at this truly legitimate biker bar and had the pleasure of playing for the fine folks there. They gave us a warm reception and we enjoyed visiting with the friends we met last time. It was also taco night and we got to sign a Harley. Bonus.
August 7, 2014 House Pub St. Charles, IL: After canceling the last few shows here due to severe winter weather we finally found ourselves back at this favorite Illinois haunt. It's always a party at this joint and we got a hefty dose of rockin' celebration with some old friends. Was excellent to return, totally righteous.
August 9, 2014 Three Sisters Park Chillicothe, IL: Here we had one of the highlights of the tour opening up for 311 at this beautiful park north of Peoria, IL. It was a dream come true to share the stage with childhood heroes of mine and share an epic set with a large excitable crowd. It was over in a flash but will be forever a favorite memory.
August 14, 2014 Hal & Mal's Jackson, MS: Our first time to the Magnolia State, it was an honor to play at one of Jackson's classic clubs. The feel of bluesy soul abounded in this place and holy moly it was hot and humid. We also encountered some genuine southern hospitality and I assure you it is a very real thing.
August 16, 2014 The Hangout Gulf Shores, AL: A triumphant return! It is one of our absolute favorite towns to play. Along with enjoying the gorgeous gulf waters and some royal treatment from the wonderful Hangout staff we had another epic performance complete with crowd mingling and dancers on stage. Cannot wait to get back!
August 22, 2014 Mahall's Lakewood, OH: Back to Cleveland it was a mere month later for yet another energetic show. The fact that we were asked to stop playing as it was past curfew should indicate that we were having quite an awesome time.
August 28, 2014 Crusen's W. Peoria, IL: We had a killer night in Peoria with friends Royal Bliss and Drugs Delaney in this most exemplary rock club. A superb stage was available to be rocked and all three bands capitalized on this opportunity. Had a hell of night.
August 29, 2014 The Afterlife Lounge Algona, IA: First time town for us, we were delighted with this exquisite club that boasted not just a beautiful atmosphere but also Nintendo 64 games on large projector screens. It was a pleasure to meet some Iowan talent and Mike had a dream come true getting to wrestle on a professional ring next door at the wrestling school. A very fitting birthday present.
August 30, 2014 Outskirts Macomb, IL: Amidst the corn fields and country roads you can find one of the best stages out there. And it was here in Macomb that we held a valiant showcase of rock with friends Drugs Delaney. We would be returning shortly.
September 4, 2014 Grand Bar Chicago, IL: Finally we return to Chicago after having to cancel a few shows due to unsavory winter weather. Terrible weather in Chicago, who would have guessed? Anywho, it was an appropriately grand night at Grand Bar and we were stoked to be back in the Windy City. It was a pleasure to share the stage with Eric Tessmer Band and Sun Fallen. Hope to be back soon!
September 5, 2014 Fat Fish Pub Galesburg, IL: Sometimes we encounter delightful surprises on the road and Galesburg provided one of these such instances. A tiny town with a huge heart and hunger for live music. We were treated to an appreciative and enthusiastic crowd as well some very tasty burgers. This was also the first in a double header so unfortunately we were not able to stay and witness the massive talent of guitar player Samantha Fish.
September 5, 2014 River Beach Pub Chillicothe, IL: Round two for the night was a return to Chillicothe where we were indulged by another fantastic, intimate audience. Much thanks to Larry and company for taking care of us and letting us stretch out on the cozy River Beach Pub stage.
September 6, 2014 The Cooler Rock Falls, IL: Once again we encountered a fantastic stage with stellar sound and wonderful hospitality. The alcohol flowed and a fight broke out but hey, these things happen and it's a biker bar after all. Unfortunately I didn't even get to see the action as it was handled very quickly.
September 7, 2014 Cochran's Pub Sterling, IL: A short hop over the river brought us back to Cochran's Pub to revisit some fine friends and have another champion set. It was especially nice to see some folks who had witnessed our show with 311. Good times!
September 10, 2014 The Ritz Macomb, IL: The small town of Macomb beckons and we were obliged to share another great evening of rock with newly minted fans and friends. We drank a few, played some pool, and rocked the house. Great stuff. Looking forward to a return.
September 11, 2014 Crusen's W. Peoria, IL: For the penultimate chapter of the summer tour it was back to Peoria for a marathon evening of celebratory rock with all the fine folks that came to join us. We got a bit rowdy and indulgent on stage; booze flowed, song lengths stretched, and mingling with the crowd commenced. Suffice to say, we had another great night.
September 12, 2014 The Back Bar Janesville, WI: Lastly, our final show of the tour found us in Wisconsin. Back Bar is a killer venue with a lot of history. The walls are soaked with the music of countless great bands and the foolery of past decades. First-rate sound and lighting systems and a rapt audience provided for a sensational concluding show. It was the cherry on the sundae of our summer tour.
And alas, we are caught up to the present. For the next couple months we will be rehearsing and writing material with a few shows thrown in here and there as well as some little extra nuggets of 28 North doodads and whatnot. Keep in touch!
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