This Machine Still Kills Fascists

11.28.09: the saint paul eagle...

This gig was extremely last minute...

The opening act dropped out due to the holiday season, and my friend Stephen McClellan needed some help. I always enjoy helping out Stephen. He's a pretty awesome human being.

He asked if I could play a solo acoustic set, which I rarely do, so I didn't. I had Dave Afdahl play with me.

It was a DEMO gig, which is a great organization for young bands. It landed me my first gig in the Cities four years ago. I haven't played for DEMO in a long time. Enough time to not recognize the DEMO staff (by the way thank you for the lovely introduction Nate, it was nice to meet you).

The venue was really something. It looked like an old VFW converted into a concert hall. The stage set up was surrounded by kitschy plaques of old photos, bald eagles, and of course The Pledge of Allegiance. They even sold hot dogs at the bar. No expense was spared.. They really went all out with the Americana.

All in all, great night. See you at the Acadia...

Look at my name gettin' the prime real estate!