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Afterthoughts 2001 


103 Shows!


December 12, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening to a huge crowd at that cool bar known as MoMo's Club here in Austin.
It was great getting a response from the crowd like this; chanting for "WEEdEN" to come back for an encore.
Alex, Chris, Sam, and I were all there playing a full hour of original tunes of WEEdEN.
It was great seeing many of our friends in the house to party with us.
Del Castillo closed the show with their grooving latin rhythm and sound.
This was one of the more enjoyable performances that we have performed in a while.
The energy was high for all to share.
Thanks to Paul, Barry and everyone else at this great club.
What a night!
What a way to close out this wild year!

December 8, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the brand new club now known as The Red Room for their Grand Opening on 6th St. here in Austin.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I played a great set of original tunes to a huge crowd.
This new club, with it's dark red motive, also has a dark sound with not too much high end.
The band Pure followed our show with their set of original tunes.
It was great throughout the evening running into great friends such as; John Noterthomas, "Uncle" John Turner,
Alan Haynes, Dan Sheridan, Dean Seltzer and many more I forget to name.
We look forward to returing to this club...and it was an honor being the first band to hit the stage in this new venue.
Thanks to the great sound man, David...we appreciate all your help.

December 5, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the Austin Music Network video filming held at Jovita's here in South Austin.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were were there taking the stage, fourth in line, with many acts on the bill which included...
1.) Jimmy George Project, 2.) David MacDougall, 3.) The Alice Rose, 5.) David Holt & Crystal Butterfield,
6.) Idgy Vaughn & Bonafide, 7.) Curtis Cole & the Diamond Ears, 8.) Natalie Zoe & Malford Milligan,
9.) Household Names, 10.) Sarah Loy, and the headliner, 11.) Jimmy LaFave.
This was a benefit to raise money for the Doug Sahm Clinic, Medicino.
Shandon Sahm, son of Doug, was there to talk about this charity organization that takes care of ill musicians.
Thanks to Gary at the Austin Music Network.
We had a great time.

December 4, 2001
WEEdEN performed early this morning on Austin's Rock radio station, 93.7 KLBJ FM on the Dudley & Bob Show.
WEEdEN performed "Jeanie" and "On Your Own", which are both on WEEdEN's latest c.d. release, Orange Whip.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were all there in spite of the terrible morning traffic jams in this little town...
Good Morning Austin!
Thanks to all the kind folks at KLBJ.

November 30, 2001
Dan Sheridan performed a great show this evening down on 6th St. at The Vibe here in Austin.
Lance Armstrong, Jason Bryl, and I were all there to support Dan as the band.
This was a show with a rather, nice, large crowd.
Texas Bellaires opened the show; Haymakers went second, with Sundowner closing the show after our performance.
This was an evening that was not as cold as it has been the past few evenings, which made it pretty nice, since this club has an outdoor stage.
Thanks to all that were there hanging out to check out the show.
I had a great afternoon hanging out with John Ike Walton, the infamous drummer, running around town, peeking into all the corners for the thrill.
This was another great day full of fun in Austin.

November 27, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the Speakeasy.
Considering how cold the temperatures were in town tonight, we were surprised to see the great turnout.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were all there to play a rocking two hour set of original tunes.
Sapphire opened the show with her unique voice and guitar playing.
Jeremy was there with his alto saxophone to help Sapphire create a cool vibe.
I even joined this pair onstage to support them with a lil' back beat on the drums for two songs...real cool.
Thanks to Sound man Steve for the great time.
This was a great evening at this nice club...infamous for all of it's famous guests.
It was great seeing many friends in the audience as well...
Stephen Doster...one of the best guitarists I have ever shared the stage with...was also there to have a few drinks with us.

November 17, 2001
Checkerd Past performed this evening at the Barbwire Saloon in Manor.
Dianne, Robert, Louie and I played three sets of cover / original tunes at this friendly neighborhood bar.
Thanks to MaMa for letting us grace the stage of her club.
This was a great time...all off the cuff...being the first time I had ever played with this band...no rehearsals...just get it and go.
It was also a pleasure having guest vocalist Lisa on stage with us for two tunes....what an unique vocal sound.
Hopefully I will get to work with these guys again in the near future.

November 15, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the infamous Waterloo Icehouse at 26 Doors at 38th & Medical near Shoal Creek here in Austin.
"Flooding down in Texas!"
What a night to remember...strange things happen in strange days.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were all there to rock a full two hour set of original tunes with a handful of covers.
Suprisingly, there was a nice large crowd hanging out for this great acoustic-like set...low volume...great grooves...
The rain was unbelievable...I heard that 14" was the total...sounds like this one was for Osiris.
A night to remember...a Wet Night at Waterloo.

November 9, 2001
Dean Seltzer performed near the University of Texas campus this evening for a party at the Beta Theta Pi house.
Rene Herrera, Matt Wilson, Dave Bigsby, and I were there to support Dean as his Redneck Mothers Band.
The night was great as we rocked out side on a deck surrounded by sand...that now is everywhere.
This was a great time...all the young little hotties and their counterparts...
Thanks to all the guys at Beta Theta Pi...we appreciate their enthusiasm in assisting carrying all of the band's equipment.
What sports they all are.

November 8, 2001
Dean Seltzer performed this third evening in a row at the Inn of the Hills Pub in Kerrville, TX.
Rene Herrera, Matt Wilson, and I were there to support Dean as his Redneck Mothers Band.
This was the best evening yet...with many folks hanging around for this great show.
A special thanks to all our new, good friends down in Kerrville...Brad, stay in touch.

November 7, 2001
Dean Seltzer performed this evening at the Inn of the Hills Pub in Kerrville for a second night.
Rene Herrera, Matt Wilson, Ricky Turpin, and I were there to support Dean as his Redneck Mothers Band.
Earlier in the day, Rene, Matt, and I went to Stonehenge II in Hunt, TX....what a sight to see!
We also ventured into the local music store for a great experience.
We were also fortunate enough to be introduced to, local resident, John Ike Walton the original drummer of the
13th Floor Elevators!
Once again, this was another great evening of rocking and rolling.

November 6, 2001
Dean Seltzer performed this evening at the Inn of the Hills Pub in Kerrville, TX.
Rene Herrera, Matt Wilson, Ricky Turpin, and I were there to support Dean as his Redneck Mothers Band.
This evening was a rather slow evening with not to many folks hanging around.
Nevertheless, we had a great time rocking and rolling.

November 3, 2001
Dean Seltzer performed this evening at the infamous Maggie Mae's on 6th St., here in Austin.
Ricky Turpin, Rene Herrera, Matt Wilson and I were all there to support Dean as the Redneck Mothers.
Shelli Coe, and her beautiful voice, joined us on stage for a few tunes.
...a great time!
This turned out to be an excellent show.
The crowd was huge and responsive.
Thanks to all the ladies and gentlemen for coming out, staying, and dancing all night.

November 1, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the Speakeasy here in Austin.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, Sam Arnold and I rocked a full two hour set of original tunes with one or two covers.
The crowd was small, but enjoyable.
DaHeBeGeBees closed the show with a great rocking set.
It was great seeing all our friends out for the show this evening...
Jengurl, Ken, and many more...
A big thanks to sound man Steve!
Good times!

October 27, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this evening at Dale's Essenhaus in Walburg.
Chuck Barnes was also there to perform as well.
J.C.George, Dave Baxter, Al Kentfiled and I were there as the band to back up Heather and Chuck.
There was a great crowd, all ages, decked out in their best Hallow Eve's costumes.
Thanks to Dale for having us out for a great evening.

October 26, 2001
Dean Seltzer performed this evening near Southwestern University in Georgetown at a party for the Phi Delta fraternity.
This was a great evening that turned out to be a great party and great show.
Rene Herrera, Matt Wilson, Ricky Turpin and I were there backing up Dean as his band, the Redneck Mothers.
The crowd was huge and crazy...drinking all the kegs dry under this huge tent.
What a pleasure it is rocking and rolling for a group of young partying college kids.
I'm sure we will do more of these shows...let's just hope that Matt can walk away from the keg with out tripping, face first into the beer...hahaha.

October 24, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at the Manchaca Fire Dept. Hall for a benefit.
Marty Christian, Dwayne "D-Madness" Johnson", and I performed a short set, of 4 tunes, that was a psychedelic bluesy jazzy acid funk...you name it...we threw it all out.
This was recorded on to two track, live...hopefully this set will be available real soon for all at MP3.com.
There were many bands in front of us and behind us...with two stages exchanging artists throughout the evening.
This was a great time!
Into the World of Exploratory Music...

October 21, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening out on the banks of Lake Travis for a private party.
Monty was celebrating his 30th birthday party with all of his good friends.
Todd Turner, Jeff Davis, and I were there supporting Todd.
You should have seen how big the bonfire was...I am sure all of Lake Travis saw this flame...for miles.
Thanks to Downtown Rosmary for showing us a great time.
Also, a shout goes out to the Portland Express & Friends...Stacy you can handle it in your Playboy t-shirt...
It was great meeting and greeting all these great folks and friends.

October 20, 2001
Dean Seltzer performed this evening at the infamous Maggie Mae's on 6th St. here in Austin.
This was a great high energy show!
Rene Herrera, Matt Wilson, Robert Asacar and I were all there to support Dean as his band.
We even had Shelli Coe, daughter of the legendary David Allan Coe, singing a few backup vocals with us...not to mention the one blues tune that we performed with Shelli on lead vocals...wow!
This was my first time to perform with Dean and the band...and it was all off the cuff, since I also had never rehearsed with the band as well.
Thanks to everyone there for hanging out and showing us a great time.
Sam was behind me all night checking out the "drummer's view".
Autumn was also there checking out my "skills"...what a girl.
I look forward to rocking again with Dean in the future.

October 19, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening at The Chicken Coop in Crosby, TX.
Dominick Creer, Jeff Davis and I were there supporting Todd as the Three Legged Band.
Blue Edmondson closed the show out with a great, powerful set.
It was great seeing a large portion of my family coming out for this show.
Thanks to all the folks at the Chicken Coop.
We had a great time!
Thanks to Spencer & Suzanne for putting us up for the night.

October 18, 2001
Dan Sheridan performed this evening at MoMo's Club.
Chris Vestre, Jason Bryl and I were there to support Dan for this one hour set.
Sarah Sharp also joined us on stage to sing some back ground vocals.
The crowd was huge this evening considering a sorority was also having a party here at the club.
This turned out to be a very enjoyable show.
Thanks to all that were there in support.
It was a great evening.

October 13, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening in Ft. Worth at Lauderdale's on the Lake on Eagle Mountain Lake.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were all there rocking out!
The crowd was great...plenty of dancers.
Thanks to all of our friends that came out for this great time.
It was a pleasure meeting all the young ladies as well.
The drive back home was hell...but we made it.

October 12, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at a private party out at the River Place country club.
There were plenty of ladies dancing to the tunes.
Marty Christian, Rudy Eccles, and I were there to tear down all barriers...and this is what we did...improving for two sets of great jams.
Thanks to Eric Allen and everyone else involved with this event.
How about the weather that rolled in this evening....unbelievable!

October 11, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening to a packed house at Momo's Club.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were there rocking.
WEEdEN performed first this evening with Blind Arcade and Damesviolet folllowing.
What a crowd!
Others in the house said that this was the best show that they had ever seen WEEdEN perform.
This is always great to hear...

October 5, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening in Dallas at the Clash Before The Bash...the pre-party for the University of Texas Longhorns football game against Oklahoma University.
This party was a blast!
All the burnt orange in crowd...what an evening...lots of hotties.
Todd Tuner, Jeff Davis and I were there as the three legged band in support for Todd Phelps.
The Quadrangle was the place to be in Dallas this evening.
Thanks to all for a great time.
Co Co Bann Band closed the show with their two great looking ladies, Annica and Hillary up front on vocals.
I had a blast...

October 4, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening at the infamous Threadgill's Restaurant outside on their patio / lawn.
The crowd was nice and not too large...plenty of young ladies in the house.
Todd Turner, Jeff Davis and I were all there to support Todd Phelps as his band.
Don Walser and his band opened the show with Drew Cowan and his band hitting the stage next.
Thanks to all that were there in support.

September 27, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at Woody's Tavern in Ft.Worth, TX.
There was a huge crowd at this sports bar / music venue.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were all there in rare form...rocking out.
Thanks to the opening acts...and to Trent, the sound man.
We had a great time...in cow town.

September 25, 2001
Dan Sheridan performed this evening to a nice, small crowd at Momo's Club.
Dan had Landis Armstrong on guitar, Jason Bryl on bass, while I laid the groove down.
Unfortunatly, I was a little late to the show...
Nevertheless, this turned out to be an enjoyable, nice acoustic-like, low key performance.
Thanks to all that were there in support.

September 23, 2001
Todd Phelps performed a one hour set this evening at MoMo's Club
Todd Turner, Jeff Davis and I were there all supporting Todd as his Three-Legged Band.
Drew Cowan opened the show with a solo acoustic set.
James Hyland and the Austin Jug Band closed the show to a full house with their bluegrass-like music.
Many faces were in the audience; including Cory Morrow, Harris & Ryden, GruenWithEnvy.com and many others I fail to name.
What a great evening.

September 22, 2001
"Lost" John Casner performed this evening down at the Chaparrell Lounge on S.Congress, here in Austin.
Mike Landschoot was on the electric guitar.
Frank Cambell was on the bass while I was there in the back...swinging the groove.
I tell you, this is a treat to play swing / shuffle all night long....it keeps me entertained.
The crowd was not large but very spirited.
Thanks to all...it was a great time.

September 18, 2001
WEEdEN had a good time rocking and rolling ths evening down at the Speakeasy here in Austin.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I played a great set of originals to the great crowd.
Sarah Sharp opened the show with her sweet vocals and tight band, which includes our good friend, Sam on the bass...he's turning into a bass slut...look out boy...I warned ya...hahaha...
Indochine hit the stage second with their cool original sound...great harmonies and chordal progressions....
This was a great evening with many friends in the house.
It sure is nice seeing all of the folks out enjoying the town.
Thanks to all for the support.

September 17, 2001
WEEdEN enjoyed rocking this evening down at Momo's Club to a small nice crowd.
This was a very intimate performance.
Alex, Chris, Sam, and I had a blast.
Thanks to the few that care to come out and have a drink with us...celebrating life...not fear.

September 15, 2001
Heather Wiley enjoyed performing early this morning in Killen, near Ft. Hood, for this charity 5K Andale Marathon event held at the Killeen Mall.
Heather was joined onstage with her boys, listed as J.C.George, Dave Baxter, Al Kentfield and myself...what a crue.
This was a great morning event that was also very patriotic considering the tragedy earlier in the week.
What a treat to see the little girl all face painted in red, white and blue walking aroung with a homemade t-shirt that reads,
"My Daddy will fight to defend your Country"

Chuck Barnes enjoyed performing this evening to a private party, wedding reception.
Chuck was joined on stage with Craig Shroer, J.C.George, Al Kentfield and myself.
This was a good time...Chuck has a great voice, and Craig and Al work together well while J.C. and I hold it down to the ground.

September 14, 2001
WEEdEN had a great show this evening at the Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors here in Austin.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I were all there in rare form...
We ran through the tunes with much energy.
The small crowd in the house was trying to keep the spirits up...considering...
Jennifer Milch and her lil' sis, Helena Milch joined us onstage for a few tunes...what a thrill with these two hotties.
This was one of the best ever...at least that's what others said...
Thanks to all for the support...and good time.
I enjoyed this one.

September 11, 2001
WEEdEN's evening show at the Speakeasy was cancelled out of respect to the victims at the WTC in NYC.

September 9, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening, once again at the groovy, chic bar known as MoMo's Club.
Todd Turner, Jeff Davis, and I were all there to support Todd Phelps as his Three Legged Band.
The crowd was rather large...all Texas style.
The ladies were out as well...filling the club with beauty.
Drew Cowan opened the show with James Hyland and the South Austin Jug Band closing.

September 8, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this evening at the infamous Dale's Essenhaus in Walburg, Texas.
J.C.George, Dave Baxter, Al Kentfield, Chuck Barnes, and myself were all there to support Miss Heather Wiley.
The crowd was huge and full of all ages.
We performed two full sets of originals and covers with Heather and Chuck leading the way all night.
It sure was good seeing everyone again...it has been too long.

September 7, 2001
Todd Phelps enjoyed performing this evening to a packed house at the swank joint, MoMo's Club.
Todd Turner, Jeff Davis, and I were all there to support Todd Phelps for this evening's, long, 2 hour set of originals and covers.
Thanks to Paul, Barry, and all the staff at this cool club...it's a pleasure to play there.
The ladies were all out as well...filling the crowd with wonderful beauties.
What a treat this evening was.

September 3, 2001
WEEdEN rocked out this evening down at MoMo's Club on W. 6th St..
The rain was pouring and the wind was ravage...while the band played on
Alex, Chris, Sam and I performed a hour set of WEEdEN tunes to a nice, great crowd that was not scared of a lil' lightin' and rain....
Thanks...

August 24, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the Colorado Room on 7th St..
So, this was a rocker...
Alex, Chris, Sam and I played a powerful set of WEEdEN tunes.
Thanks to all our friends for coming out and supporting us again.
Thanks to John for letting me use his drumset this evening.
I had a blast.

August 23, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors.
Alex, Chris, Sam and I rocked a long two hour set of WEEdEN and Chris Kline tunes.
This was a great evening, as we went partying all night long.
The crowd was rather lage this time.
Thanks to all of the folks that were there in support.
We truly recognize you all.

August 14, 2001
WEEdEN rocked this evening at MoMo's Club here on W.6th St. in Austin.
The crowd was nice and large, with many of our friends there in support.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, Sam Arnold and I were sharing the stage with Jennifer Milch as well joing us for a tune on backing vocals.
Those in the crowd said that this was definately one of the better shows that WEEdEN has ever performed.
Look for more kick a** shows to be coming in the near future.
Sleepwalkers and Brooke Axtell each performed their respectful sets of music in front of us this evening...thanks to all.

August 10, 2001
WEEdEN enjoyed performing this evening at Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, Sam Arnold, Jennifer Milch and I rocked a full 2-hour set of tunes.
The crowd was filled with plenty of friends out to support us...we truly appreciate it.
What a set...a lil' loose ...but way fun!
It is always a pleasure rocking with these guys.

August 2, 2001
Dan Sheridan performed this evening at MoMo's Club, down on W.6th St..
And man was this a rocker!
Dan was on the vocals and acoustic; Landis Armstrong was on the rocking electric guitars; Jason Bryl was on the bottom bass...while I laid the groove.
I enjoyed this evening.
There was a great crowd in the house as well.
Sarah Sharp joined us onstage, as well, for a couple of tunes, singing backup harmony vocals...what a treat!
Ten songs...one set of pop tunes!
A Great Time!

July 27, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors at W. 38th St. & Medical here in Austin.
This was a great evening with a nice crowd in attendance.
With many friends in the house, Alex, Chris, Sam and I rocked the house down.
Helena & Jennifer Milch also joined us on stage for a few tunes singing vocals.
This was a good time...
Thanks to Adrian, Sam's femme fatale, for the after party...I had a blast.
Thanks to all in the crowd for the energetic response.
We truly dig it!

July 21, 2001
Kevin Smith enjoyed performing this evening at Skooter's in Seguin.
This was a great time.
Kevin Smith, Shane Roberts, Pat Pankratz and I played two full sets of originals and covers to this nice crowd.
Thanks to Jeremy for scoring us the gig.
Thanks to Gaylan for buying the beer.
Hopefully, we can do this again, real soon.

July 19, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at MoMo's on w.6th St. here in Austin, TX.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, Sam Arnold and I were all there to rock out the WEEdEN tunes.
There was a great crowd here this evening at this swank bar.
Jennifer & Helena Milch also joined us on stage for our version of Patty Griffen's "Blue Sky".
We were between two other bands this evening; Sleepwalkers opened the show while Superego closed the show.
Many of our musician friends were there in attendance as well;
Dan Sheridan; Sarah Sharp; Lester of Shrodinger's Cat; Ken of Mike Rosenthal Band; Kevin, Cole & Ryan of Dewato and many more I forget to name.
The crowd was nice and large.
Nevertheless, this was , once again, a great evening rocking with WEEdEN.
Special thank you to Shari & Amy for taking the time to hang out.
Another thank you to Barry, the sound man of the evening.
I had a blast!
I was hitting the sh*t out of the skins...breaking two sticks in a 45 minute set...hahaha.

July 14, 2001
Kevin Smith enjoyed performing this evening at Homeplate Bar down in Shiner, TX.
Craig Shroer, Shane Roberts, and I were all there to support Kevin.
This club is one of the greatest "sounding" rooms I have ever drummed in...the entire ceiling is tin roof tiles...with a huge ceiling height....great!
The crowd was also nice and friendly.
Hopefully, we will be performing here again.
The Shiner beer on tap in Shiner is much better than the bottle sh*t we get here in Austin...hahahaha.

July 13, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the infamous Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors here in Austin.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, Sam Arnold, and I were all there rocking the tunes.
It was a great little crowd...with plenty of great friends in the house.
This was Friday the 13th...and surprisingly, nothing went wrong...ask the keyboard player...
It is a pleasure rocking with these guys.
It was another great evening!

June 30, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening for a private party.

June 30, 2001
Kevin Smith performed out at the 3rd Annual Cactus Cove Party out on Lake Travis in Jonestown.
Kevin had J.C.George, Dave Baxter, Craig Shroer and myself in his band for this show.
This was a great time!
We went on first with Bill Passalacqua following with his nice folk - bluegrass.
Dr.Zog then funked up the scene with their swampy groove.
Slaid Cleaves closed the show with his great songwriting.
This was truly a party...plenty of bikinis...plenty of beer....plenty of fun.
The ice block shots were great.
Thanks to everyone for another great time.
It was great meeting all these fine musicans.
It was also cool seeing my old friend from Pt Arthur...Scott Hartzog...a.k.a Dr.Zog....man, do we both have many stories from the past...hahahaha.

June 23, 2001
WEEdEN enjoyed playing to a great crowd for a private party at the Salt Lick BBQ House.
It was a great time with all our new friends.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, Sam Arnold and I were all there to support the cause.
Thanks to the "Sisters" for showing us a great time with all of their friends.
On my way out the door, packing up my drums, I spoke briefly with good friend Omar Vallejo of the band, Vallejo.
It is great runing into friends in strange places...
I then had to boogy on back to A-town to make it to W.6th St. in time for my next show.

Dan Sheridan rocked out at MoMo's Club this late evening.
The crowd was nice and responsive to the 45 minute set.
Dan had Jeff Settle, Jason Bryl and myself all there in support.
It was all, a good time.
To end this evening, rain came blowing through as I was packing to head home...soaking my drums...giving them a well needed wash!

June 22, 2001
WEEdEN rocked out this evening at the Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors.
Alex Weeden,Chris Kline, Sam Arnold and I were all there to rock out the tunes.
There was a great small crowd at this show.
We even had a few guests on vocals as well...
Chris, Sam and I opened the show with some of Chris' originals...which was all, off the cuff...a great time.
WEEdEN had another great show...once again...it is a pleasure rocking with these guys.

June 16, 2001
Marty Christian Trio enjoyed rocking the entire evening out at the River Place Country Club for a beer tasting good time.
Marty, Brandon Gonzalez, and I performed three sets of original tunes.
The third set was the blow out!
Considering the entire neighborhood lost electricity for a few minutes...
a great time for the drum solo...
We then all relocated to a private house for another set of covers and originals.
What an evening!
4 sets, 2 locations, one party!
WOW!
Thanks to Collin, Mary & Matt, and everyone else out there for an unforgettable experience.
Getcha' Groove On!
Getcha' something!
Getcha' some!

June 9, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this afternoon, once again, at the Folklife Festival on the Shiner Bock Stage down in San Antonio.
It was a hot afternoon, and Heather was hot as well...
We performed to another huge responsive crowd at this great festival.
J.C.George, Dave Baxter and I were all there backing Heather.
What a great day.
The "pool therapy" was Dave's idea...and boy, did I need it.
Once again, memorable experiences...good times.

June 8, 2001
Heather Wiley enjoyed performing this evening at the Folklife Festival on the Shiner Bock Stage down in San Antonio.
The crowd was huge and responsive.
This was Heather's 2nd appearance at this festival.
J.C.George, Dave Baxter and I were all there to support Heather as her band.
This was a great time.
The warm welcome was even better than last year.
Thanks to everyone for a great time.
"Sorry, sir, you have been over served."

June 7, 2001
Heather Wiley, John Casner, and Kevin Smith all performed great tunes this evening at the infamous Broken Spoke here in Austin.
J.C.George was on bass.
Al Kentfield was on pedal steel.
Craig Shroer was on electric guitar whle I laid down the back beat.
We performed two sets of covers and originals changing out vocalists throughout the evening.
It was great having the chance to be "House" drummer for the evening.
It makes it challenging...one has to be on their toes...
The crowd was nice and large with the dancers having a blast.
What an exciting time!

June 5, 2001
Dan Sheridan performed this evening at the Saxon Pub.
Dan had special guest, Sarah Sharp, on backing vocals; Jeff Settle on guitar; Jason Bryl on bass while I laid down the beat
It was great seeing Sarah dancing away on stage...what a lady.
It was nice playing this fabulous venue...the sound on stage is incredible at this club.
The crowd was responsive to the tunes we performed.
This was another enjoyable experience.
Look for Dan to perfrom here again in the future.

June 2, 2001
"Lost" John Casner performed this evening at Giddy - Up's in Manchaca.
"Lost"John Casner had Charles "Boomer" Norman, Gerry Burns, and I all there to back him up.
It was a pleasure playing with these guys...especially Gerry's upright bass...what a great sound.
We performed two great sets of originals and covers to a great crowd.
David Allen joined us onstage to play fiddle...excuse me...violin...for a few tunes.
This was a great evening as we all celebrated the birthday of a late friend.

June 1, 2001
Marty Christian Trio enjoyed this Friday evening by starting off at
Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors for the Happy Hour.
Marty Christian, Brandon Gonzalez and I enjoyed playing two great sets of originals and covers to a nice friendly crowd.
This was also Brandon's first time to gig with the Marty Christian Trio.
This was a great time playing a soft, volumed gig at this heavy intersection of 38th & Medical...near all the medics.
We then packed our bags and headed south for another adventurous evening at The Old Alligator Grill.
Marty Christian, Sam Arnold an I rocked 2 heavy sets.
This entire performance was also recorded via ADAT.
Hopefully there is something worth keeping and releasing out on c.d. to the masses.
I look forward to hearing it all.
Nevertheless, this was another great evening.
Thanks to all for a great time.

May 26, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at the The Old Alligator Grill.
This was a special evening considering it was my 30th Birthday party.
Marty Christian, Sam Arnold, and I rocked, and I mean ROCKED, to a full house.
I was fortunate enough to have my Mother, Aunt and Cousin in town visiting for this event.
It was great having so many friends in the house as well.
Kevin Christopher Brown joined us on stage for 3 tunes...a little tribute to Bob Dylan...it was great playing those songs again.
What can I say...I am speechless...
Thanks to all of you for your kind hearted gifts of Love and Joy!
You all made my 30th Birthday an experience.
Unforgettable!
Thank you...

May 25, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this evening in her hometown of Wimberly at the infamous, Cypress Creek Cafe.
The crowd was huge for this small bar / restaurant.
Many of Heather's family & friends were there in the crowd as well.
It was great seeing so many folks dancing to the music.
J.C. George, Dave Baxter, Al Kentfield and I were there, as a band of boys, to support Heather.
This club is such a treat to play.
Thanks to all for a wonderful time.
It is always a pleasure to drum for Miss Heather.

May 20, 2001
John Casner performed this evening at the Benefit Showcase for James Henry.
John had Craig Shroeor, Charles "Boomer" Norman, J.C.George, and myself on stage to help raise money for a great cause today at Outlaw's, a nice huge place, in Liberty Hill.
James Henry, a lengendary club (Henry's) owner from Austin, has been diagnosed with a form of caner.
This fundraiser brought out the true spirit and nature of how music brings miracles.
There were so many musicians that turned out to help support this cause.
I feel honored to even have shared the stage with many of these names, let alone meeting and talking with each one of them.
A true pleasure...
Junior Brown, "Son" Geezinslaw, Cornell Hurd, Tony Villanueva (Derailers), Don Walser, Big Iron, Dale Watson, Roy Heinrich & the Pick Ups...and so many more that I forget to name were all there as well performing...
This was a true experience...one that I will never forget.
Thanks.

May 19, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening down at the historic Saengerhalle in New Braunfels.
This was a private reception honoring the newlyweds, Amanda and Justin King.
Todd Phelps, Jeff Davis, Todd Turner and I performed two sets of origianls and covers to this wild and crazy crowd of 200 or more.
What a great evening.
Thanks to the gals for staying up all night and partying with us.
Good times...

May 17, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening down at The Old Alligator Grill.
The crowd was nice and attentive.
We played three strong sets of originals.
It was great seeing a lot of our "regulars" coming out.
Thanks to Mike Caines for getting up and sitting in on a little alto sax...
Thanks to all...another fabulous eveing.

May 12, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this evening out west at Horse Shoe Bay.
This place is fabulous...a real trip.
Well, this was a Member Social; a private party.
Heather, J.C., Dave, Al, and I all had a great time...getting feed and all.
We ended up performing two short sets to a small crowd.
Thanks to those few that were there dancing on the floor...
"Just gravy..."

May 11, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at the Waterloo Ice House at 26 Doors.
We performed an acoustic - like set to a nice small crowd.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, Sam Arnold, and I were all there to play the tunes of WEEdEN.
Chris Kline opened the show with a set of his orgiginal tunes.
Chris had Alex on bass, Jordan on drums and Keith Davis on guitar.
It was another great evening hanging out with all our friends that were there in support.
Thanks.

May 10, 2001
This evening was the Country Jamboree at the infamous Broken Spoke in South Austin.
This evening was an event.
First of all, I was going to be drumming all night long with this band; collectively known as 110 In The Shade.
J.C. George was on bass.
Al Kentfield was on the pedal steel.
Dave Baxter was on electric guitar.
James Casner opened the show with a set.
"Lost"John Casner (no relation to James) followed with a set.
Heather Wiley then took the stage for a great set.
Then it was time for Kevin Smith to do his thing.
The crowd was huge and responsive.
The dancers were great...the ladies were all looking good.
There were many musicians in the audience, including; Chris Wall, members of Reckless Kelly, Mark Ambrose, Kevin Christopher, and many others I forget to name.
Thanks to everyone that made this an unforgettable evening.

May 9, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at The Old Alligator Grill to a small relaxed crowd.
It is always a good time at this great place.
Thanks to all the "regulars" that keep coming back for more...it means a lot...and we truly appreciate it.
Look for the trio to get a regular gig here...weekly.

May 5, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at The Old Alligator Grill.
It was great having a crowd.
Marty, Sam and I rocked out three sets of original tunes.
Thanks to all at this great restaurant / bar.
A special thanks to Nichole for her quality service!

May 4, 2001
Marty Christian Trio rocked this stormy evening down at The Old Alligator Grill.
Thanks to all that came out in support, in spite of the weather.
This crowd was responsive and generous.
Marty, Sam and I had another great time jamming three sets of original tunes.
It is great to see all ages out there on the dance floor.
Let's hear it for the young gals.
They are bomb...money!

May 2, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening in Ft. Worth at Woody's Tavern Sports Bar.
This was a great evening and a good time.
Eric Heard opened the show with an acostic set of his originals.
Chris Kline joined Eric on stage, helping out on the electric guitar.
WEEdEN then hit the "stage", and performed a hour set of rocking original tunes from Orange Whip?.
Alex Weeden, Chris Kline, San Arnold, and I all rocked the WEEdEN tunes ... rocking hard!
The crowd was very responsive in this huge bar.
Following the WEEdEN set, Eric, Chris, Sam, and I all got on "stage" and switched instruments to perform a plethora of cover tunes in a half ass manner....fun times.

April 28, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at the Old Alligator Grill.
The crowd was responsive and entertaining.
Marty, Sam and I enjoyed jamming this evening.
There were some regular friends out supporting us...and we truly appreciate it.
Thanks to all for another wonderful night.

April 27, 2001
WEEdEN performed an early show this evening at Schlotzsky's, Bun Run Registration Party.
All went well in this short, rocking set...considering we were having electrical problems early on.
Thanks to everyone that came out in support.

Marty Christian Trio performed at the River Place Country Club, for the Members - Private - Crawfish Boil Party.
Marty opened the show with an hour set of originals and covers with vocals on his acoustic while Sam and I were across town doing the WEEdEN show.
When Sam and I arrived, we joined Marty on the veranda to perform two sets; the first being easy, the latter being funky!
Thanks to all the ladies that were there dancing the night away...that would've if they could've.
Thanks to the neighbor that bitched ending the party...
Some people just can't have fun like the River Place Ladies!
Oh yea....the crawfish were...pretty damb close...real tasty.

April 25, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at the The Old Alligator Grill.
Marty, Sam and I were in rare form this evening.
It is a thrill to tear it up a little...with a groove for all the dancers.
The crowd was great!
Thanks to Amy for the show!
We Love It!
All is well rocking at this great place.
This was another great evening.

April 21, 2001
Marty Christian Trio opened this day with a private gathering out in Bastrop for Earth Day Celebration.
We played a set out in the heat with the wind blowing at our backs....my cymbals were flying...
The food was excellent...and it was great meeting all the nice folks out there.
Thanks to Jack for all the hospitality.

Heather Wiley performed this eveing out at Dale's Essenhaus in Walburg.
This was the youngest crowd...all the families and their kids...what a treat.
J.C.George, Dave Baxter, Al Kenfield, and I were all there to support Heather.
We performed 2 sets of standards and originals.
This is a very nice venue...great stage area...
How about that peach cobbler and Blue Bell ice cream...WOW!
Of course, Marie, Bonita la Latina!...the Bud Light Gal...WOW!
Another great night in Texas!

What a day!

April 20, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed this evening at The Old Alligator Grill.
The crowd was huge and rowdy.
You should have seen Carolyn dancing away...what a lady...
Thanks, once again, to all our friends and fans for coming out this evening.
Thanks to Brian, Richard, Amanda, Nicole and Emily Sue...did anyone see Emily Sue...
WOW!
This was another great evening.
Look Out Baby!
It looks like we will be back for a little more of this...

April 18, 2001
WEEdEN had the "Orange Whip?", c.d. release party concert at Lucy's Retired Surfer's Bar on 6th St. here in Austin this evening.
Alex Weeden, on vocals and guitar, had a band onstage that consisted of...
Chris Kline on the keys and back vocals...Sam Arnold was on bass and back vocals...while I drove them home, on the kit.
WEEdEN performed most songs from the album in this kick a** hour set.
It was great playing at this club again...it has been years.
The crowd was nice, huge and responsive...
It was great seeing all our good friends out in support...Jengurl, Dewato, Philo, Active Radio, and many others were all there this evening in the crowd.
The Gardners followed with a great set that even included "Locomotive Breath" by Jethro Tull.
What a great evening..

April 17, 2001
Dan Sheridan performed this evening at MoMo's.
Dan was on vocals and acoustic guitar, Chris Adams was on bass, Jeff Settle was on electric guitar, while I laid down the groove.
Sarah Sharp also joined us onstage to help sing "2 Years Out Of College..."...which sounded great!
The crowd was nice and very responsive.
This was Dan's first gig here in Austin.
Look for Dan to be out playing again.. real soon.
Lonnie Trevino opened the show with his unique songs and great vocals.
Jeff Kline closed the show with his great lyrics and rocking tunes.

April 14, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this evening at Bo's Barn in Salado.
J.C.George, Dave Baxter, Al Kenfield, and I were all there to support Heather this evening.
The crowd was nice and danced to all of the slow tunes.
This was a nice show.
Once again, it is a pleasure to be drumming for Heather.
Strangely enough, the beetles were all out tonight...crawling all over the stage; finding there way to my drums....hahaha.

April 13, 2001
Marty Christian Trio performed the second gig at The Old Alligator Grill for this "Good" Friday the 13th!.
The crowd was very responsive and intentive.
Thanks to all our friends that turned out for this show...the support means a lot.
Well, the MC3 kicked a lil' a** tonight!
What more can I say...It was a blast.
It is a pleasure to be working with two fine musicians like Marty & Sam...they are both talented musicians; way beyond their years...
I do believe that this was one of the best performances I have ever been involved with.
Look out for this trio...The Marty Christian Trio...

April 7, 2001
Marty Christian Trio enjoyed performing this evening out in Buda, for a private party...Crawfish Fiesta!
This was the first gig out for the trio!
Everything went well!
Marty, Sam and I performed two strong sets to a crowd of two hundred or more...all ages...
Thanks to Chris, Carlos an everyone else that made us feel, so at home!
For a second there, I did think I was on the bayou.
I really enjoyed watching the kids bang my drums after the show...especially the big kids... a la' Stacy.
What a great party...enough said.

April 6, 2001
Chuck Barnes performed this evening at the roadstop bar named, Henry's, in Liberty Hill.
There was a bachelor party there in house, making it an interesting evening.
Chuck performed 3 sets of originals and covers.
J.C. George, Dave Baxter, Craig Shroer and I all backed up Chuck this evening.
Henry's, has some unique photos all over it's walls...Ernest Tubb, Marty Robbins, George Jones, etc... check it out...just to see these photos.
This turned out to be a great evening.
Craig also burned a c.d. of this show with his new c.d.recorder...look for it soon... maybe as a demo.

March 31, 2001
Kevin Smith jammed at the Lone Star Festival KVET BB-Q Cook Off this evening.
Kevin performed two short 20 minute sets...squeezed between
Owen Temple, Geezinslaws, and Jack Ingram...
Waylon Jennings, was the headliner this evening.
I also got to see, opening the show, Dallas' Speedtrucker rock our their "cow-punk"...what a treat seeing Lucky Lyndah on the groovy bass...How many ladies do you know that can play the bass this well.....not many...
This was a drunk fest backstage with the keg...
J.C.George,Dave Baxter, Al Kenfield, and I all backed up Kevin, as his band.
The crowd was huge and responsive...a real treat.
Thanks to stage Man, Wil for the assistance...
What a day!...
What a weekend...

March 30, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this evening at a private party for Broadwing employee, Bain's going away party....
What a great time!
I have never seen sooooo much wine in my life....
J.C.George, Dave Baxter, Al Kenfield, and I were all there in support of
Miss Heather
Chuck Barnes also lent his helping hand with a few tunes, giving the lady a break...
This was a great time!

March 29, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at Cheapo's Records for another C.D. Release, In Store Performance. The beer was flowing while the nice crowd was grooving and shopping.
Chris Kline, Sam Arnold, and I joined Alex on stage to jam out the tunes of
WEEDdEN, Orange Whip? on Hedgehog Records.
It was a great, tight, loud performance...What a great sounding room...
It was great running into, out of the blue, my old, high school friend, Mark Nichols.
Thanks to everyone for another great drinking, good time...good times......etc.

March 17, 2001
WEEdEN performed this evening at SXSW, 6th St., at the Cheetah Lounge.
Alex was joined onstage with Chris Kline on the keys and backing vocals, Sam Arnold on bass, while I threw down the beat in the background.
WEEdEN was playing in support of the new c.d., Orange Whip?.
The crowd was responsive...so we rocked.

Jengurl performed in support of ner new c.d. opening in front of WEEdEN.
Jen was joined on stage with her man, Ken, on bass, Scott Olivier on electric guitar, with myself in the soft, back beat.
It was a pleasure playing with Jengurl again...it has been at least a year since I last drummed for her.
This turned out to be an exciting evening.

March 16, 2001
Heather Wiley went home this evening,
...to her hometown of Wimberly, Texas, to perform at the infamous Cypress Creek Cafe.
J.C. George, Dave Baxter, Chuck Barnes, and I, all shared the stage with Heather as her band.
What a great job Heather did this evening in her element.
Wimberly is a very neat little town with plenty of things to see...
This was a great evening for everyone...even the dancers.
A thanks goes out to Bruce and his talented staff...
Bethany, sing one for us...4 weeks from now...kitty-kat!

March 10, 2001
Heather Wiley performed this evening at the Lone Star Rodeo BBQ Cookoff on the KVET Stage. Heather had some of her friends joining her on stage this evening.
J.C. George, Dave Baxter, John Casner, Chuck Barnes, Mike Macey, Damon Smith, and I, all, shared the stage with Miss Heather this evening.
It was a long, wild, crazy evening for myself...drumming all night...
Our good friend Chris Wall was out as well, performing in a tent next to us.
The food and beer were great!
Thanks to everyone...I had a blast.

March 9, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening at the Lone Star Rodeo Cook Off to a rather large crowd.
The food was great and the time was good...
This is truly Texas!
Todd Turner, Jeff Davis, and I were all there supporting Todd Phelps.
Thanks to all for the help.

March 1, 2001
WEEdEN had the Orange Whip? c.d. release at ABCD's this evening.
WEEdEN performed songs from the new c.d..
St. Arnolds Brewery, out of Houston, TX, provided the FREE booze.
It was a nice crowd hanging around for this show.
Penny Jo Pullus, Dan Sheridan, Ted Roddy, Shawn Lucas, were amongst the crowd, in support of Alex.
The set was tight and short. Look for WEEdEN to be out on the town real soon!

February 23, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening for a private party.

February 23 & 24, 2001
Laurie Markvart had an incredible recording session these two days.
Tim Gerron (Bjork, David Bowie, Paula Abdul) egineered and produced this one tune,
"Love Get's in the Way"
down at The Music Lab (Oltorf) .
There was a group of "stinky" boys joining Laurie in the studio.
Arron Barrera (Active Radio, Abra Moore) was on electric guitar.
Kelly Smith (Active Radio) was also on guitars...both electric and acoustic.
Shawn Lucas was on the four string bass.
Ray Stucker (Copy Cats) was on the trumpet.
I was on the drums with brushes and "hot rods".
I have to admit that Tim got the best sound of my drums that I have ever had in any studio!
Look for this tune to be up on Laurie's IUMA site.

February 15, 2001
What an evening!
The Broken Spoke was the place to be... for the 4th Country Jamboree.
First on stage this evening was, "Lost" John Casner.
Heather Wiley went to the stage next.
Kevin Smith was next in line.
Chuck Barnes was fourth.
Chris Wall closed out the evening.
The house band consisted of J.C. George on bass, Dave Baxter on guitar, Al Kenfield on pedal steel, Craig Shroer on guitar, while I was the drummer for the entire evening at this jamboree.
This was a night to remember...considering it was my first time to ever play this infamous honky tonk.

February 10, 2001
Heather Wiley had a wonderful time at Bo's Barn up in Salado this evening.
J.C. George, Dave Baxter, Al Kenfield, and I all supported Heather as her band.
Once again, this place turned out to be a true good time.
The entire club was filled with those folks that enjoy to dance.
We performed 3 sets of originals and covers to a warm receptive crowd.
There were many of our friends out there this evening...a special thanks goes out to Jay,...thanks for making the show...
See you all next time.

February 3, 2001
John Casner performed to a private party at the infamous Salt Lick right on Onion Creek down in Driftwood, Texas.
The crowd was all ages...a meet and greet for doctors and their drug dealers.
Nevertheless, this was a grand time. John performed 3 sets of originals and standards for this lost crowd...the were all yankees...trying to fit in with their bandanas. J.C. George, Charles "Boomer" Norman and I supported John as his band.
It is a pleasure to work with John. This is evening was a night to remember... especially the armadillo races.

January 27, 2001
John Casner went out to the south side this evening to perform down in Manchaca, Texas, at the infamous Stardust Club.
This was an incredible evening of Texas swing!
John had Boomer on electric guitar, J.C. George on bass, while I held down the time.
This was my first time to Manchaca...
My first time to Stardust Club...
My first time to see or ever meet "Lost" John Casner...
My first time to ever play the drums with him as well...
Off the cuff!
...and what a pleasure it was...
All three musicians that I worked with this evening are more than talented...
Pure Texas Swing!

January 25, 2001
Todd Phelps performed this evening at Dessau Music Hall in NE Austin.
Todd Turner, Jeff Davis, Mark MacGrath, and I were all there supporting Todd as his band.
Chris Wall closed the show with his band.
This was a wild evening to say the least.
The intermission got out of hand with a wet T-shirt contest...WOW!
I had a great time this evening.
Thanks to all.

January 13, 2001
Heather Wiley enjoyed playing to a packed house this evening at Bo's Barn off of I-35 in Salado, Texas.
J.C., Dave, Al and I were all there in the band to support Heather.
We performed 3 sets of standards, covers, and originals.
This was one of the best performances that I have seen Heather give...she is a beautiful soul. Bo's Barn is, by all means, one of the coolest road side joints in Texas.
Look for Heather to be performing again at this infamous watering hole. I give a big cheer to the little Italian restaurant, Pietro's, where I enjoyed a fabulous dinner...the fettucini alfredo was excellent...thanks to Cassie, my waitress, for the prompt service...I will return.

January 11, 2001
Heather Wiley had a great intimate performance this evening at the infamous, Saxon Pub.
The crowd was small, yet responsive. Opening in front of Forlini & Cross, and Rusty Wier, Heather performed a hour set of originals and covers. J.C. (bass), Dave (guitar), Al (pedal steel) and I all filled out the band.
Heather was a lil' worn down... considering she has been in the recording studio, non-stop, this week...she came to the gig, straight from the studio....what a dedicated soul.

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