"Ville's"

It was the first show of many around the Southeast and we were pumped! Also, we hadn't played Knoxville in a while, although not yet SEC football season, it's still a great town. The show was sponsored by The Fun House 90.7, we had a nice little write up in the Knoxville News-Sentinel, things seemed in place; until one exit from the venue (Barley's). All of the sudden, our truck began to shake, it was ill, horns were honking, due to construction the interstate was down to one lane, we were going 20 mph, and struggling to do that. Finally we found a spot to get over somewhat safely and inspect the truck.



We all happen to be pretty handy around cars, but we couldn't find anything wrong! We called Barley's and Robbie and Rodney managed to come get the trailer and equipment, and save the day basically. We let things cool down, no longer did we have to pull the trailer, so we started the truck and tried to make it to our destination. Big Red made it, slowly, but surely! Here is proof by our gleefulness in the parking lot:



We had a great time and appreciate Barley's having us back and helping us through, we also appreciate The Leningrad's for opening up and being so hospitable. The truck was fixed by 11am, it was a knock sensor gone bad (Knoxville/knock sensor), so we were glad it was not a fatal injury.

We also played in another "ville" in the Appalachian area, Asheville. We love the Grey Eagle and were excited about being back. The food is great, good beer selection, sounds awesome, and it's in Asheville. Everyone there was nice as could be, and The Broomstars and The Steves started the night out on the right foot. So tired and with a benefit show for The Victory Junction Gang the next day we headed back down the mountain to eventually find our beds. Here are some sleepy pics:








Washington DC (Black Cat) and Charlotte (Visulite), see you next week!!!

We'll have new CD's at both shows!!!