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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.

Ordered Vol. 2 this a.m. - I guess its good that Vol. 1 sold out and Vol. 2 is selling well, too. Weir's interview was pretty entertaining - "I thought I was president". Definitely will be seeing Furthur this summer in Chicago, for the first time. Haven't had the urge to see them, before, but looking forward to it, now. The venue they are playing is right on the lakefront - nice place to see a show. Must admit the ticket price bugs me a bit, but it is what it is.

I thought Phil's book was a bit lacking and I don't think I ever read Jackson's book cover to cover - just bits and pieces while browsing. Definitely should read it through and through, Thanks, Lammycat,for the outtakes link - didn't realize he had a site that covers the book.

Too much of an insider/career Washington politician. She is pro-choice - which is great, but not sure how it will fly on the Republican ticket, but then again, perhaps that's what the Republican ticket needs.

I thought she said (at least) that she was not interested - could be wrong about that, though - would be a good choice. "South Carolina Gov. Nikki Haley Says She'd Turn Down VP Nod" http://abcnews.go.com/Politics/News/south-carolina-gov-nikki-haley-shed-turn-vp/story?id=16050396#.T4WvCtk6zTo Which doesn't mean she won't change her mind...

Thanks - wasn't sure because on the Springsteen XM station, they play concerts that "sound" like audience recordings (some sound better than others).

Rice would be a decent choice - but I don't think she will be it, though - the conservative base hasn't been her biggest fan. I don't think it would be wise to pick anyone from the Bush circle - he did spend a shit load of money... I wouldn't completely rule out Bachman - though she may have already ruled herself out, already. A Rice/Biden debate would be interesting, though - Bachman/Biden, not so much.

There is a source up now: http://www.dimeadoze...s.php?id=401053 I did snag a few of the shows from this tour - from what I heard they sound pretty good. Also grabbed the DVD from the Philadelphia show, but I haven't had a chance to watch it, yet. Does Springsteen officially allow taping - some of the gear being used to tape are great?

I got the Europe box-set last August and I just listened to the last show a couple of weeks ago. I did listen to them chronologically. It took me a lot longer than I expected it to.