Youtube find of the day

I've realized that whenever I get the urge to hear something in particular, it's easier to search for it on youtube than dig through my record and CD collection -- which I haven't bothered to reorganize since moving seven years ago! Anyway, here's a link to a ratty black & white boot of Robin Trower's "Day of the Eagle," from a 1975 concert in San Francisco. I would embed it here, but the owner has apparently disabled embeds -- something I didn't realize you could do.

UPDATE: Here's a better one, from something called "Rock goes to College," and it does have an embed.

Hick'ry Hawkins at the Hideaway

Hick'ry was great last night at the Hideaway. He's got Dave Quick, of TCB 56 playing guitar now, and Quick really wailed. Here's a post I did about TCB 56 and others at Elvisfest in January. Quick is the guy that I thought looked like Prince William. Seeing him a second time only confirmed that opinion.

The opening band left me cold. They essentially had one song and played it over and over, as fast as they could, as loud as they could. Even the covers all sounded like the same song.

Only got a couple of Hick'ry photos, and they didn't come out well. Neither did the video. I really need a new camera. Maybe I should set up a paypal account and make a call for donations on myspace. If everyone on my friends list donated $2, I'd be able to get a Canon Rebel, which I truly covet.

Looking forward to the big show downtown today, but not likely to get any photos. Last time I tried to get into one of the downtown shows with a camera, I was turned away. It's too bad because I'd really like to get some footage of Hobex and The Never. I love The Roosters as always, and am looking forward to Big City Reverie. Haven't seen them since Dive Bar in Dec. 2005!

Dead Kings and KIFF at Volume 11

Dave Ellefson (Megadeth) was supposed to play Volume 11 last night with his new band, but the show was rescheduled for sometime in June. that was good for me because the cover charge was dropped to $7! I hadn't heard of Dead Kings, but they had me amused with their Elvis outfits. Check out their video. KIFF (Knowledge is for Fools) were the obvious crowd favorites with their zombie antics and classic punk covers. Guitarist Slayer Dug had the best outfit of the night.

Regina Hexaphone and Gerald Duncan

Last night I checked out Regina Hexaphone at Sadlack's and was very pleasantly surprised to find Gerald Duncan (of Accelerators fame) opening. Gerald is easily one of the most underrated singer-songwriters in this area, and he doesn't perform very often. His lovely wife, Laura, told me that the full band will be performing at Hideaway on June 23 with Hank Sinatra. I also found out that The Trousers will be opening for The Loners at Slim's on June 29. Check out the video of Gerald, then below, Regina Hexaphone, who also put on a fabulous show.

Holly Raleigh Christmas 2007

Jeff Carroll, veteran of several early-'90s Greensboro bands (Big Kids) is seeking Raleigh bands to contribute to a Christmas CD. If you If you want to be involved, or have questions about the project, please contact Jeff at the addresses, numbers below.

Jeff Carroll, Mastering Engineer
Bluefield Mastering Inc. - Raleigh, NC USA
919.859.0102
877.847.2583 (toll-free)
www.bluefieldmastering.com