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Government Mule "Secret" Concert at Brooklyn Bowl

The Mule sure knows how to throw a party, I will be writing a review for this on LMB.

Brooklyn Bowl is a revival of the 90's jamband renaissance. It's kind of funny because people are now looking back at that era like people were of the 1960's counterculture. both had very similar musical revolutions. only you didn't realize it was THE 60's when you were there.

Bear Creek Daily Schedule Announced

Bear Creek Schedule

the schedule is going through minor tweaks, as feedback from fans is taken. what do YOU think of this schedule?

Major in Bluegrass

at ETSU TN

tonight we will be at brooklyn bowl...

Langerado Music Festival Gone Forever... Say it Ain't So

thanks to CoS for the tip.

This would suck as I loved to go down to Florida every year for this. I went to Eckerd College in St Pete so it was kind of a reunion thing. Lets face it though South Florida has always been a horrible place for jambands, no matter how hard South Florida Jams tried. North Florida home of Bear Creek and the Tampa area is way more conducive to the earthy mentality of the organic jammy process.

Ethan sat down with Metro Mix and said this...

Over beers at Davie’s Ye Olde Falcon Pub, Schwartz put to rest rumors of a 2010 Langerado (to be held out in the Everglades again, according to the Internet grapevine), saying that the festival was “probably” gone for good. While he insisted that he isn’t done promoting and producing shows in South Florida, he quickly added that he’d like to do shows all over the state as well as his new home state, which, to these jaded ears, sounded suspiciously like he’d be bringing bands to, say, Atlanta, Orlando or Tampa, rather than down here.

Gov’t Mule’s By A Thread Listening Party @Brooklyn Bowl the New Wetlands?

Upon reflecting on the the Brooklyn Bowl, and talking to some fellow heads, I remembered/realized that the place is run by that dude Peter Shapiro, who used to own The Wetlands when he was just 23. This place being in Williamsburg will actually be a very good thing, as it will bring music other than indie rock to the area. It's what I have been talking about all along. They already had Grace Potter play and Steve Kimmock and now Gov't Mule. This is sure to educate some of the vapid locals to the way of the blues.

The Making of Brooklyn Bowl from Relix on Vimeo.

The below text comes courtesy of the new and improved Jambands.com!

Gov’t Mule will preview its latest studio album for fans on Wednesday, September 30th in New York City. The By A Thread listening party will take place at Brooklyn Bowl and a limited number of guaranteed entry spots are available to folks who pre-order the new disc. The deadline to make that purchase and qualify for the lottery is Friday September 25 at 6 PM Eastern. Winners will then be notified by email on Monday the 28th.

The Mule will resume its fall tour tomorrow evening in Los Angeles at Club Nokia.

MMW Shackman off The List

this album has been scratched off the Halloween list. too bad as it could have been awesome. GO GD!

Medeski Martin and Wood - Shackman

Levon Helm at Central Park

Partying Peeps would like to welcome our new author (and fellow MHS Alumni) Jim Cunningham. I met Jim at The Cellar Bar in our hometown of Larchmont, he is one of the rock star bartenders he was a grade below me in highschool and it turns out we both followed the Golden Road to Unlimited Devotion. Jim also write for Honest Tune.

Levon Helm Band
Central Park Summerstage
Sept 2, 2009

When people go to see their favorite bands live, they usually go for more than the music. Watching said band(s) in person lets the typical concert-goer connect with their idols. It allows one to look past the fancy staged music videos and into the musician’s soul. It provides a small glimpse into the artist’s thoughts, emotions, and even into some of their personality. The way they move, groove, walk, talk- even dress- can all enhance their performance on stage.
When it comes to watching Levon Helm and his band perform, you walk away with a feeling like you just watched one of your best friends play in your basement. Although his voice was sidelined due to sprained vocal chords his smile said plenty. No one smiles more than this man when he is performing. At 69 years old, he can still pound the skins with the best of them. When he isn’t smiling he’s usually kicking it into gear with one of his classic fills or letting the rest of his extremely talented band know when the next change is.

On tour now supporting his new critically acclaimed album “Electric Dirt,” Levon revisits classics such as “Tennessee Jed,” a song made famous by the Grateful Dead. The chorus is sung by the entire band (as well as the crowd) which includes his daughter Amy Helm, who like her father plays the mandolin, sings, and every once in a while plays the drums. Teresa Williams (guitar/vocals), her husband Larry Campbell (vocals/anything with strings….literally) and Brian Mitchell (piano/organ/accordion/vocals) round up the rest of the singers.

Photo Courtesy of Delaware Online


Dropping in Band classics like “The Shape I’m In” and “It Makes No Difference” really brought the crowd to that extra level. Smiling away Levon rolled through the set without missing a beat. The definite highlight of his performance was the closer “The Weight.” For this song Chris and Rich Robinson were invited on stage to help sing along as well as Black Crowes drummer Steve Gorman to keep the beat strong. Everyone traded verses and the crowd roared showing their appreciation. Once the song was over hands were shaken and hugs given as the musicians said their goodbye to their audience. Before Levon left the stage he was spotlighted and stood up tall waving, blowing kisses, and even bowing down to the crowd in order to show his appreciation to the only thing he can possibly love as much as playing-his fans.

Volunteering @ Bear Creek, Phish Festival 8 & Austin City Limits

Bear Creek needs 12 volunteers to build the circus tent. They won't have to work during the festival. Artistic wookies, I'm looking in your direction. email paul@bearcreekmusicfestival.com

Shimone Presents has volunteer spots for Austin City limits and Phish Festival 8.