The Home Front Kickoff Round-up

Something about a 3 night run of shows by some band from Athens or something happened this weekend? Not that I keep up with such things, but I hear that these.... how do you say.... ROCK STARS pictured below tore some faces off for 3 nights in a row?

So sad I couldn't be there. However, I did draft two reporters for the cause. One being Shayne because she called and begged, just begged to do something for the blog. I, reluctantly, relented.

Actually, Shayne kicked much ass by calling during the shows and letting me hear a snippet or two.

She and Todd Beane from Glossary drunk dialed me on Friday night. Probably the first time I've talked to Todd in 20 years. A real treat.

Check out Shayne's blog for a Thursday night behind the scenes review:

“You’re in good hands…” � Tales from below Hull street:

"Last night was the first night of the three day DBT bender at the 40 Watt. The TMcB and I strolled in as the tallest man in rock and roll, (tall, not so hard working) Bo Bedingfield and the Wydelles were starting their second song. What can I say about Bo…(that would be ok for his family to read, well, I mean, besides his sister Beth) They sounded dead on, with john Neff pulling double duty. Kelly and I were placing bets on how long it would take Clay to pull down his drum mic and start singing. No covers of Tumbling Dice, but he got us a few songs later when they closed with my favorite John Prine’s “Pretty Good”

Shayne, you thoroughly rock for keeping me involved. Much love.

My 2nd intrepid reporter was Benny The Townie Hunter.

Benny the Townie Hunter

Benny was my photo journalist. I sent him A.A.W. credentials that gave him access to practically anywhere (since A.A.W. is a low budget operation the 'credentials' were just a piece of gaffers tape with A.A.W. Sharpied on it.)

Here's Benny with some fine Wes Freed Art work:

And here's Benny with Wes Freed.

Chillin in the Freed's lounge.

Cuddling with The Matador. Not sure what that's about but Benn does get affectionate when he drinks too much.

Spooner, EZB and Benny discussing investment opportunities.

Benny did a hell of a job.

You can check out more of his pictures, here: Benny - View More Pictures

JennB dropped a few paragraphs on the experience T the Nine Bullet's posting board. Here's a snip, but click the link to read more:

NineBullets.org - a DBT fansite :: View topic - Athens Night # 3 Setlist:

"Last night was one of the best shows I've ever seen them do. The vibe was fantastic in the club and on the stage. John Neff just tore it up; he was so good he made me want to simultaneously laugh and cry, and Spooner was in rare form and oh so tasty. I can't tell you how much I love Shonna's songs live especially - she just blows me away. Her brother was just glowing last night he's so proud of her."

NB has a ton of stuff wrapping up the weekend so be sure to go on over and spend some quality time with them today:

Nine Bullets.org: a DBT fansite

The Yahoo Group has some good stuff too:

Via Gordon Wilson
dbts : Message: [BT]Drive-By Truckers 2008-01-11 The 40 Watt Club Athens,Ga

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dbts : This mailing list is for stuff about the Athens, GA band, The Drive-By Truckers, and just about anything else.

The first YouTube has his the Tubes.

From jonicont



Looking forward the the traveling rock show coming to a town near you soon!

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The Home Front Kickoff!

To all you lucky bastards and bitches that will be in Athens GA over the next 3 days I say to thee..... you suck. No, not really, but I am a wee (if 'wee' means 'a butt-load') bit jealous that my shiney ass won't be in attendance.

Here's another look at my recent trip to Athens, GA. If any of y'all see Shayne be sure to smack her upside the back of her head and tell her it was from me. If you see Jenn hug her neck for me. If you see....

Also, if yer in town be sure to check out the pre-party held by Nuci's. Go bid on some excellent swag.

Nuci's Space - Resource Center and Climate Controlled Practice Spaces for Musicians:

"DBT Pre-Party @ Cine

Date: January 10, 2008
Time: 7:00 PM

DBT Pre-Party @ Cine January 10, 2008 7 PM Free and open to the public.
Tonight's event is a pre-party for the Drive-By Truckers' benefit show at the 40 Watt later in the evening.

We will be auctioning off rare DBT items, artwork from local artists, signed music memorabilia, books and gift certificates from local Athens retailers and restaurants.

The auction includes: original Wes Freed artwork, a Patterson Hood guitar, signed memorabilia from David Cross, Zach Galifianakis, Patton Oswalt, Widespread Panic, R.E.M., Bill Wyman, Ben Mize (Counting Crows), AirTran Airline tickets, and artwork from Jeff Owens, Adam Smith, Elliot McPherson and Jimmy “Capman” Straehla.

LOCATION: Cin� (downtown Athens - just blocks from the 40 Watt. On 234 West Hancock Ave between Pulaski and Hull Streets in the old Snow Tire building)."

Rock on, y'all!!!

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The top 12 'Top 10' lists of 2007 / Best movies? Music? Look elsewhere. Here's the real list to help digest the year gone by

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Hardcore mom. I dig.

Mom Sells Rule-Breaking Son's Car:

"Jane Hambleton has dubbed herself the 'meanest mom on the planet.'

After finding alcohol in her son's car, she decided to sell the car and share her 19-year-old's misdeed with everyone — by placing an ad in the local newspaper.

The ad reads: 'OLDS 1999 Intrigue. Totally uncool parents who obviously don't love teenage son, selling his car. Only driven for three weeks before snoopy mom who needs to get a life found booze under front seat. $3,700/offer. Call meanest mom on the planet.'"

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You would figure this would bring the couple closer, finding they had a common interest. Alas, they divorced.

What are you doing here? - man asks wife at brothel:

"WARSAW (Reuters) - A Polish man got the shock of his life when he visited a brothel and spotted his wife among the establishment's employees. Polish tabloid Super Express said the woman had been making some extra money on the side while telling her husband she worked at a store in a nearby town."

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