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That last pitch was close.. ..plus this is AJ's first - Castro pitched Buehrle's.

Can't believe I missed it --- AJ's second, I believe, catching one.

I think that may have been my line of thinking (hired hands). At the time I had a few Robertson solo records, but I haven't been following what the then-current Band was up to. I do remember when Jericho was released and thought their version of Atlantic City was pretty decent. Of course, his recent "Dirt" releases are great. Another side story regarding Helm, I could have grabbed his set list from his last show at the Old Town of Folk Music. I saw a show there the next afternoon and it was sitting on the stage. It was near Justin Roberts keyboardist' keyboard so I figure someone gave it t

Anybody make it to the Alpine movie last night? I couldn't make it.

Watched a bit of the above last night - looking forward to watching more of it. My only time seeing The Band was in 93 or 94, when they were opening for the Dead. I missed most of their sets (they played two nights) because I was having too much fun in the lot --- I was young and stupid.

I ordered this release from Matador this past Monday - hoping to receive it, soon. A Renaldo/Wilco bill sounds great.

I am not sure when the term jam band took root - but I think I was listening to the Dead before I heard about the phrase "jam band" - At least I don't remember ever saying to someone who wasn't familiar with the Grateful Dead - "I going to see The Grateful Dead - you know that great jam band". I never thought of the Dead as a "jam band". That's just me, though.

To be fair, what President hasn't blamed everybody else? It is a trait of Obama that I don't particularity care for, though. I guess it goes with the job. The Congress has always been a great fall guy, as has big business, banks, unions, Communists....for any President.

Or it might mean the Grateful Dead is not a jam band.

Heard one of their songs on the radio this morning - good tune. Nice back story to the band.

Watching the Bandstand with my older sisters was pretty fun. Gotta love the opening theme - yeah I said it.

Probably so - I think you are from Chicago --- Neil Steinberg is always writing about hats...I think he would agree with you. He even wrote a book about it - haven't gotten around to read it yet, though.

When was that? I am not blaming today's media in the least - but in today's time there is so many news sources, so we can see/hear/read all about this stupid stuff. The stupid stuff has always been around - I am sure there was a Ted Nugent character in politics in the 1800's, but only the ones who could actually read or had access to the tabloid press/yellow journalism of its day, knew of the character. At least they don't dual anymore in Washington, DC.

The Pritzker Pavillion concerts (in Millennium Park) have been released - usually always a nice relaxing time in the park - it's free (at least for now). Bring a picnic and your beverage of choice. The new Loops and Variations series looks pretty cool. http://www.chicagotr...854,full.column

Was your brother part of the Giant Country Horns?

"Lead singers are dropping like flies. Rod, Axl Rose…" guitarist Ronnie Wood told reporters, a wink and a nod to the Guns N' Roses frontman who declined his invitation on Wednesday. When Billboard suggested asking Rose to fill in, Wood joked, "He might do it for us. He definitely won't do it with GnR." That's pretty funny.... Bit of a shame that Rod won't be there - he seemed excited about it when it was announced.

My wife volunteer for Lollapalooza back in 2005 - she enjoyed herself. For a few hours each day she stood in the middle of the park with a giant balloon that was stuck on a 15 foot pole that had INFORMATION on it. The rest of the day was spent enjoying the shows, of course she was enjoying the shows while holding the balloon, too. She had fun answering some of the interesting questions that were asked, such as where to find acid and such. Good way to get in free, help out a bit, then enjoy the day. I think she had to write an essay in order to get picked to volunteer.

Indeed! Probably would have missed that bit of news - thanks for the link.

It is cool that it appears that Izzy and Axl are on good terms.

I would think it would be up to the band, too - Not sure why the Hall would be able to decide. If that's the case, I am sure they would put Axl in there, regardless of his manifesto.

Thanks for the Slayer info. I wasn't trying to be facetious - I thought it was great letter should be part of the display - though I am sure Axl won't allow it.

I saw West's footage on the NBC nightly news last night - it made me chuckle. How can you respond to stuff like that - the people who actually believe it are always going to believe it. I have been called a "commie" once because I was wearing an all red shirt in a bar - I have been called worse. One would think an actual Rep. wouldn't say such a stupid thing - but whatever. I am sure Rep's on the left said similar stupid things.

http://latimesblogs.latimes.com/music_blog/2012/04/axl-rose-pens-open-letter-to-rock-hall-will-not-attend-asks-to-not-be-inducted.html Well there's a shocker - Axl declines - I think they should put the letter in the Hall - it is a rather nice letter.... anybody know what the hell the below means( Axl signed off with it)?: "P.S. RIP Armand, Long Live ABC III"

Can't remember, were they talking about how they were constantly getting shocked or how they had always sing directly and perfectly into the microphones. I can't remember if I copy of the 7/31/74 show or not.