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Honestly, I take pretty much anything Jules says as condescending - it his M.O. I didn't take it as be condescending against employees, but to the President, while others may have thought it was towards employees. But like I wrote in my first post regarding his hiring comment - it's a good thing, whether they be temporary positions or permanent. We hired two guys this week - unfortunately they probably will be temporary - but it's a start. I am in the trades (HVAC). I don't expect a visit from the President, though.

http://www.chicagotribune.com/entertainment/music/turnitup/ct-ae-0617-billy-corgan-20120615,0,3227226,full.column Nice interview with Greg Kot.

Jules said the above - I believe it was taken by some as being condescending. Actually Jules should contact his congressman and he just might get that visit - though I have a feeling his business is not in a Democratic district - so the district may not want to advertise the 100 hires ----- I could be completely wrong about that though - my point is, if you want the President to notice - write your Congressman. Jules standing next to the President would be a great picture.

Even though he is a commie pinko, LouieB is a great person to share a concert experience with - wouldn't have met him, if it wasn't for this board. Him liking jazz is a great plus, too.

http://www.cbs.com/l...fault&play=true From yesterday on Late Night with Letterman. Good stuff - I enjoy Elizabeth Cook's radio show, as well as her music - she sounds cool on her radio show and looks hot as hell.

Well Rogers just played Bonnaroo - or at least he sat in with Phish and performed The Gambler - so a bunch of stinky hippies may start showing up at his shows.

That's cool - I didn't know that. Does he talk about what he was doing between 71-75 and how he supported himself, ie was he on the Dead payroll still ---- I guess I should read the book...

He has a few books out about drums and percussion instruments - I don't think he ever put out an straight forward auto-bio, though. I haven't read any of them.

I don't know crap about dyslexia, but perhaps Weir still is hindered from it a bit, thus writing a book may be a bit of challenge. Plus, he always forgets the words of songs, can't imagine him dealing with a book . (but of course you're right, eventually he will probably put one out)

http://music.yahoo.c...-140934928.html Just came across this bit of news - hopefully it is better than Phil's. Billy always seemed to bit of a brute, especially in his younger days - could translate into a good book. Now watching View from the Vault II June 14, 1991 - nice show (plus it put my kids to sleep after the first song - which makes for a very peaceful afternoon)

He was a messed up dude - his appearances on Stern were always a mess.

Of course we all know you met here Full disclosure: I pledged a $100 to Obama camp today - been getting calls for the last couple months and finally bit the bullet. I donated a bit and volunteered in '08 - must admit my enthusiasm has waned, now it's more to keep Romney out of the office. I suppose I can say I have been disappointed with Obama, though it is impossible to govern when there is no compromising going on (though I think there has been more of it from Obama - perhaps too much, but then absolutely nothing would have happen.) Hopefully in his 2nd term the Congress and the Pr

Not sure why Jules would lie about it - he proves Obama policies are working and that Obama is the best job creator since Jules' last favorite President - Clinton. Another vote for Obama in November - way to go Jules ---- seriously, though, it's great that the 100 were hired.

How did you like the Tinley venue - I haven't been there since the late 90s. I heard they did some renovations to improve the sound - I am curious to know if the sound has indeed improved - thanks.

Thanks for the heads up, Lou - didn't realize she is playing the Hideout - that Sunday early show looks like it might work for the wife and me.... Still need to pick up her latest record.

For kicks I tried getting tickets for his Chicago show - tried for general admission/floor tickets and got lucky with 2. With fees it came out to $87 each - that's not too bad. They only time I saw Neil and Crazy Horse was at a HORDE Fest in 1997 at the Tinley Park World Music Theater - a horrible, horrible storm blew through as they were playing - the PA system lost power and all you could hear was the stage amps for a time. We were under the pavilion and sheets of rain blew right through as water was pouring in on the floor. We were standing in about a foot of water. It was my most surrea

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I think I may be the only one - but I don't "hear" much Dead on the CRB record - maybe a bit of Wake of the Flood era, but that's it. Sure the songs are a bit long, but I wouldn't equate that with the Dead. I do enjoy it quite a bit, though. I think I like Rich's better, though - better songs, plus I can listen to him play guitar all day and I think it's produced a lot better than CRB. He is no Chris, but I think Rich's voice is decent enough. Wish I would have caught his Chicago gig. I do have a tape of the show - need to listen it.

That's what I get for buying it at Best Buy - though I don't think CRB is hip enough for my local store to carry. What is on the bonus cd?

I listened to both at work (on a boom box) - both sounded good, not sure if like one better than the other, yet. I did enjoy the tone of Rich's guitar, especially on the last two songs. Definitely need to listen to them again on the home system. The packaging on Chris cd leaves a lot to be desired - a card board sleeve and a disc. I guess the artwork looks cool. Usually I don't bitch about such things, but for some reason it bugged me.

True - but the Chicago show is15 minutes from me. That Sioux Falls gig would have been a no brainer for my wife and I a couple of years ago - damn kids... Just picked up Chris' new one and finally Rich's over lunch - listening to Rich's now.

http://theaudioperv.com/2012/06/06/chris-robinson-brotherhood-rosalee-65-leno/ Chris' band was on Leno last night - decent tune. The band will be playing a weekend street fair here in Chicago in a couple of weeks - $10 - can't beat it. Actually the last time I went the Taste of Randolph Street was to see Son Volt. Probably will buy the new record - I don't have any of his other solo stuff.

Just watched their 5/26/12 Pinkpop Festival show - Reeves Gabrels is in the band now - definitely gives them a great kick. Roger is still playing with them, too - which is good. The drummer is still way too static and "perfect", though.

Great loss - member of AACM, too.

That's cool. He did say Spain had the best audience at yesterday's gig. Nice gesture by the band.