We’re expecting some young aspiring musicians to be jamming with us tomorrow at the Blue Monday Jammer in Richfield – Some school person is supposed to be bringing them – These kind of encounters usually have mixed effects: some big surprises, some train wrecks, some confusion. For those sitting out in the bar listening, it’s big fun. For us  … more “mature” musicians trying to direct the show a little – on stage – It can be a bit trying sometimes. I expect, if the kids show up, they’ll be mostly guitar players. Brats with Strats, we call ’em. I’m sure, from past experience, There’ll probably be a lot of flashy lead playing, but maybe not so much in the rhythm guitar playing. Then, who knows there may be a great young drummer or bassist, or even a terrific singer among ’em. I’m too old to worry about a kid showing me up; not much can embarrass me any more – So, I’m expecting to be having a lot of fun. After all it’s the good ol’ blues, no? Come on out and share the experience, huh?

Then Friday, the 16th, The Angel Headed Hipsters will be back at the way cool Lee’s Liquor Lounge. And dig this: In an effort to get a few more people to show up, we’re changing the hours [!]. I realized that a lot of the other gigs these days start at 7 or 8 or thereabouts, and that certain people like it a little earlier like that. [I ain’t gonna say nothing about… you know, age, or nothing like that…] So – we’re going to be hitting the bandstand at 7.30 instead of 9 pm. I sure hope it works, ’cause we all love playing at Lee’s, and would like the gig to continue, which won’t happen if we can’t get a few more souls in the joint. Whether the crowd is scant or humongous, The Hipsters always have a ball at Lee’s – Last time we played Lee’s, we all thought we sounded the best we’d sounded in a long time – And that’s saying a lot, to me – A nice joint with a big dance floor, comfy seating, booze, and early !

Monday. February 12: Berloo Moonday Jamster, Richfield American Legion, 6501 Portland Av. S. 7 pm or so Yaya!

Friday,  February 16: The Hipsters at Lee’s Liquor Lounge, 11th & Glenwood [just west of downtown Hennepin Av.]    – 7.30 PM!!    Yaya YAya

Okey dokey – Love always.  Willie