June 27 Show in Los Angeles (Boutte, Sanchez and....)

[chrisjoseph]

The first out of town threadheads have arrived....Kurt (lostcajun) and wife Laura flew in today and are staying at our house. Also, Paul Sanchez and wife Shelley flew in today. Boutte comes in tomorrow, and Shamarr on Friday morning. Also, more threadheads will be arriving tomorrow and Friday.

[marignygreg]

Damn, wish I could be with you guys ! How about a live broadcast on the web ?? Just call me Mr. Idea Man.

[ozzie]

Wahooooo... lostcajuns are in da house! Lunch time Thursday here now and I'm outta here at 4.30 tomorrow morning.

[glinda]

oooh, so jealous. Tell John & Paul that threadheads will be in da house on Thursday at Fitzgerald's in Chicago. But no Shamarr there :(

[sophisticated sissy]

Safe travels, Ozzie! See ya on Friday!

[ohio]

oooh, so jealous. Tell John & Paul that threadheads will be in da house on Thursday at Fitzgerald's in Chicago. But no Shamarr there :(but, what about George & Ringo??? :D

[Michelino]

The first out of town threadheads have arrived....Kurt (lostcajun) and wife Laura flew in today and are staying at our house. Also, Paul Sanchez and wife Shelley flew in today. Boutte comes in tomorrow, and Shamarr on Friday morning. Also, more threadheads will be arriving tomorrow and Friday.

Dang...this is starting to sound like Crawfish Fest West. Who's cooking the ribs?

[pennywise999]

We cant wait!! Going to work a half day on friday so that we can get there plenty early!!:D

[Festngator]

Damn, wish I could be with you guys ! How about a live broadcast on the web ?? Just call me Mr. Idea Man.

Maybe someone can call from there cell phone and you can webcast the call


Hope everyone has a great time. Tell everyone Hello from me and Vicki.

[Corona]

Wahooooo have a blast everyone!!! Chris....big hugs to you and everyone else that's going!! (((((((((((Threadheads in LA)))))))))))

[mightyradgumbo]

Wahooooo have a blast everyone!!! Chris....big hugs to you and everyone else that's going!! (((((((((((Threadheads in LA)))))))))))

Threadheads in LA..wasn't that a Missing Persons song back in da fabulous
80s??? Oh sorry that was "Walkin' in LA"

Damn wish I could go to this but am busy packing to relocate to the other, dare I say better, LA.

[Mexi]

Damn wish I could go to this but am busy packing to relocate to the other, dare I say better, LA.

Gumbo, gumbo....I know you're moving there, but why ya gotta pick favorites? L.A's fine, the sun shines most the time..and the feeling is laid back :rolleyes:

[mkraus]

I wish I didn't have a conflict in my schedule. That is quite the evite that people are sending out. My friends who I go to jazzfest with every year ar going, but I get to listen to boring speeches. Anyone want to trade?

Have fun. If you scream loud enough, maybe I'll hear you in Santa Monica.
-MK

[mightyradgumbo]

Gumbo, gumbo....I know you're moving there, but why ya gotta pick favorites? L.A's fine, the sun shines most the time..and the feeling is laid back :rolleyes:

YYR, Mexi...I lurved my time in LA. guess it is my territorial nature :p I was hoping to get out to the left coast for this gig but didn't nearly have all the time to get everything done

Hope y'all are having a large time at the show...West Coast THs REPRESENT!

[glinda]

Report, please.

[Staxsun]

Report, please.

It's 6 AM in Lost Angeles. They're probably just now bringing their drunken a**es home!

[ibjamn]

YYR, Stax. CJ is usually online at this time on Saturadays, but something tells me, not today. ;)

[chrisjoseph]

Well, with little boys in the house (not including me), I am now awake. After four hours of sleep.

[chrisjoseph]

Here's the beginning of my review:

Shamarr, John and Paul came out and did a version of the Andrew Sisters "Don't Sit Under The Apple Tree." Second song, Shamarr picked up an electric guitar, and let the band in the Creedance song "Green River."

[chrisjoseph]

Polka was the theme of song number 3. I didn't recognize the song, but Kurt (lostcajun) tells me it was a Polish traditional.

[chrisjoseph]

Paul then took lead vocals in a version of "The Music Man," and was quickly followed by Shamarr's instrumental of "76 Trombones."

[chrisjoseph]

At that point, the crowd began to boo.

[chrisjoseph]

Seeking to quiet the crowd, John soloed a version of "Tiptoe Through the Tulips."

[chrisjoseph]

It didn't work.

[chrisjoseph]

Muskrat Love and A Horse with No Name were the next songs, played with full band and the boys in sweet harmony.

[chrisjoseph]

At this point, Harry Shearer came out and took the lead on bass to the song "Play That Funky Music White Boy."

[chrisjoseph]

The crowd roared.

[chrisjoseph]

Sensing they now had the crowd in hand, John took lead vocals on "Like a Virgin," and "Don't Cry for me Argentina"

[chrisjoseph]

Announcing they were nearing the end of the first set, Paul (with shirt unbuttoned to his waist) took lead vocals on "Do Ya Think I'm Sexy." The crowd sashayed in a second line.

[chrisjoseph]

Continuing in that vain, and paying tribute to the late George Carlin, Paul took over keyboards and led a gospel-tinged version of "The Seven Words You Can't Say on Television."

[Carolina Beadhead]

It's definitely getting DEEP in here.....

[swag]

Trying to live up to your Avatar, eh Chris?

[chrisjoseph]

Sleep-deprived, and being channeled,

I am Newman

[chrisjoseph]

What can I tell you? It was a GREAT, GREAT show. Nate/Nanci and Carmen and I went to Colman's house for lunch yesterday, and were entertained by John and Paul....Shamarr was tired from his flight and soon went down for a nap.

[chrisjoseph]

the show last night was amazing. I'm guessing about 150 people....I'm being interrupted by my boys....back in a minute.

[chrisjoseph]

Two sets, each about an hour. Did a ton of songs from the two new albums, along with some old John stuff and old Paul/Cowboy Mouth stuff....my wife is telling me to get off the computer....

[festbabe]

Photos? Video? More info more info!

[chrisjoseph]

I have photos, Colman has some video....but I'm driving up to Mammoth Lakes today. Many TH's attended...Harry Shearer sat in on a couple of songs in the first set. Before the second set, Nate and Nanci presented Shamarr with his $15K check....the crowd loved it, as did Shamarr.

[festbabe]

I'll expect a full report by the end of the weekend ;)
Sounds like a great time - thanks for getting up early and giving some details.
Enjoy your weekend-

[marignygreg]

Wow, half the Simpsons were there. Sounds like they threw out the map and went for the jugular.

[nyc gal]

so, uh, I guess this means John is not going to be at d.b.a. on frenchmen st. this evening....

[ohio]

Continuing in that vain, and paying tribute to the late George Carlin, Paul took over keyboards and led a gospel-tinged version of "The Seven Words You Can't Say on Television."
Neeeeewman :mad:

[Lostcajun]

We're back from the Threadhead West Experience. Being LA-virgins everyone was gentle with us. It was really a perfect trip. Thanks to all.

One of the songs Chris forgot to mention!??!!! Just before the end of the first set, in a surge of emotion (which Chris has been known to do on rare special occasions); Chris rushed the stage, pushed Boutte away from the mic and started leading everyone in a mass LA sing along of Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds. I never cried so much during a sing along.... it was ..... beautiful .... in a psychedelic kinda way.

Peace

[glinda]

Well, I asked for reports, I got 'em. Hehehe.

[rosetree]

Well, I asked for reports, I got 'em. Hehehe.

I guess next time you need to ask for acurate reports!:D

[Lostcajun]

It happened. I've got pictures....

[ibjamn]

It happened. I've got pictures....

I can't wait to see them!!! I can't wait on Nanci's, I'm still waiting on her St. Pat's Day pics, not to mention Fest!!!

[Mexi]

I'm dying to get back home to upload my pics from yesterday!

Festivalgirl & Guy, 2forthefest, Neverleft, Ozzie & Sissy THANK YOU SO MUCH for the BEST DAY! Oceanfront margaritas,food, friends & then Disneyland!! I had such a great time & really enjoyed meeting & talking with all of you....Miss ya already! :D

xoxox~Mexi

[Lostcajun]

Wow, spending Sat and Sunday would have been fun too with you guys. Well, we are so glad for the restful time we spent there! Glad everyone else had a great time together!

Chris, I hope Boutte isn't mad at you for pushing him away from the mic...

[ozzie]

Yeah, it was okay I guess.

[ozzie]

I'm KIDDING.... it was frikkin awesome!

Thanks everyone! I'm off to buy a lottery ticket so I can do it more often.

Can't wait to see pics (although that wish could come back to bite me!)... mine were all duds.

[neverleft]

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Friday at the Joint was just a blast. The place was filled with people that were really just cheering every song that was played. You could really tell that Shamarr,John Boutte, Paul & Harry Shear just loved playing that night. (Harry Shear started his radio show out today with "Good Neighbor") Threadhead Records got the biggest cheer of all. Nanci and Nate gave Shamarr his 15k check for his new CD. He said he's really gonna make a good one.

The Threadheads that were there Festivalgirl & Guy, 2forthefest, Ozzie (No one could believe she came all that way and partied that hard) Sophisticated Sissy, Mr & Ms. Lostcajun, Chris and wife, & Mexi. You people are just allot of fun.

Yea! Saturday, the Oceanfront margaritas, food, with friends-well look at the pictures.

Oh yea, No one mentioned the encore song the boys did of "My Boy Lollipop" I was crying so hard after that one. I had to do it.

[Leni]

Chris forgot to mention how the band funked up "Windmills of Your Mind" -- it was a real show stopper. We thought it couldn't get much better than that, until John brought the house down with a very heartfelt version of "I honestly love you."

[sophisticated sissy]

Yes, it was fantastic! But I can't believe everyone forgot the encore? Remember?

Shamarr, Paul and John came back out and started out singing a capella, with a full 3 part harmony, an old song we all know and love. Before the second verse, the entire crowd had joined in and they brought the house down with "99 Bottles Of Beer On The Wall!"

[neverleft]

Yes, it was fantastic! But I can't believe everyone forgot the encore? Remember?

Shamarr, Paul and John came back out and started out singing a capella, with a full 3 part harmony, an old song we all know and love. Before the second verse, the entire crowd had joined in and they brought the house down with "99 Bottles Of Beer On The Wall!"

Oh Yea, You is right! The Joint was Smokin.

[stynger]

Nice pictures. It made me homesick. Santa Monica is one of my favorite places. It looked like ya'll hade a terrific time.

[Rossvegas]

What? They didn't play "Smokin' in the Boys Room"? Gee, I'm glad I didn't go....

[ibjamn]

The pics are great, Robbie, looks like everyone had a wonderful time!

[Corona]

Love love love the pictures!!!! Another fabulous Threadhead get together :)

[festbabe]

Great pics - thanks for sharing.

[NeenAtlanta]

Wonderful photos - great seeing all of those sunny, smiling T-head faces!

[ohio]

Very very cool! Nice of Mr. Smalls to lend a hand!

[marignygreg]

Very very cool! Nice of Mr. Smalls to lend a hand!

He should have worn his Spinal Tap garb, cucumber and all.

[ohio]

He should have worn his Spinal Tap garb, cucumber and all.
hehe! We saw him sit in with Joe Krown, right after the storm at dba's. He's a good player and obviously a very caring person!

[Ms. Festngator]

Great pictures. So glad y'all had such a good time. Now who is going to join us in NYC on Aug 23rd for the free concert at the Lincoln Center.:)

[chrisjoseph]

I will be there.

[Lit]

Great pictures. So glad y'all had such a good time. Now who is going to join us in NYC on Aug 23rd for the free concert at the Lincoln Center.:)

Would love to catch that Lincoln Center concert. Unfortunately no chance for us as we'll just be returning from our vacation that evening.

[The Krewe of Chew]

Great pictures. So glad y'all had such a good time. Now who is going to join us in NYC on Aug 23rd for the free concert at the Lincoln Center.:)

We will be there! Can hardly wait.

So glad that you are coming up, Festngators.

[funkkjunkie]

Hey, chewes! Saw your letter in this month's offbeat! Nice.

[The Krewe of Chew]

Hey, chewes! Saw your letter in this month's offbeat! Nice.

Thanks, Funkkjunkie! Hopefully it will lead to lots of t-shirt sales!

[djgriff]

Here is a copy of the letter if some folks didn't see it.


J&M STUDIO

Thank you for the wonderful article on J&M Studio in your Jazz Fest issue. It is about time that more people recognize Cosimo Matassa's contributions to the music industry. We have long felt that he is overlooked, which is one reason we started producing J&M T-shirts (with Cosimo's permission, of course). We have been selling these shirts since November and have been donating all the profits to the New Orleans Musicians' Clinic. If any of your readers are interested in buying a shirt, they can order them on-line at BackwardGlances.com and click on the J&M logo. Starting this month, some of the shirt styles will also be available at Louisiana Music Factory. It's a great way to help promote awareness of J&M's importance to rock 'n' roll, and help New Orleans musicians at the same time.



óCindy & Dave Ciullo, Perth Amboy, NJ

[Carolina Beadhead]

Great pictures. So glad y'all had such a good time. Now who is going to join us in NYC on Aug 23rd for the free concert at the Lincoln Center.:)

<wildly waving> Me! Me! Me!!! :D

[Michelino]

Nice pics...looks like a grand time.

Too bad they seem to have run out of encores before getting to "Afternoon Delight" but that's why they have Jazz Fest, after all.

[chrisjoseph]

Did anyone mention the tribute to Neil Young that Paul did mid-set? Inside joke....

[ozzie]

<wildly waving> Me! Me! Me!!! :D

<cheering madly> YAY!!!

[VWGal]

Did anyone mention the tribute to Neil Young that Paul did mid-set? Inside joke....

Hmmm...given Paul's recent focus on improving his guitar playing skills, was it Neil's virtuoso solo in Cinnamon Girl? ;)

[chrisjoseph]

I think it was "I Am, I Said," for those of you who were at the raffle party....

[Lostcajun]

That was pretty freakin funny, when Paul did the take off on Neil Diamond at the Raffle. GREAT story teller.

[VWGal]

Did anyone mention the tribute to Neil Young that Paul did mid-set? Inside joke....

Oh, the Neil Diamond from the patry thing, not the Neil Young thing! :)

[chrisjoseph]

didn't someone request Neil Young, and he wound up doing Neil Diamond?

[rosetree]

Mexi would have been happy with Neil Diamond!;)

[Belle]

Mexi would have been happy with Neil Diamond!;)


Me too! My brother who was in promotions with Columbia records for years got me tickets to Diamond. I took them while rolling my eyes. He put on one of the top 10 shows for me. Awesome Awesome. I would see him again if the tix were within reason. Mexi lets go!!! Live Diamond is best.

[Mexi]

Mexi would have been happy with Neil Diamond!;)

Ya got that right hunny..
NEIL ROCKS MY WORLD!! :D

[Mexi]

Me too! My brother who was in promotions with Columbia records for years got me tickets to Diamond. I took them while rolling my eyes. He put on one of the top 10 shows for me. Awesome Awesome. I would see him again if the tix were within reason. Mexi lets go!!! Live Diamond is best.

Belle! Diamond live is THE BEST! :D I got tickets for his Hollywood shows..October I think. Is he playing in your area? I love his new album & CAN"T WAIT to see him again!

[Belle]

Belle! Diamond live is THE BEST! :D I got tickets for his Hollywood shows..October I think. Is he playing in your area? I love his new album & CAN"T WAIT to see him again!

So glad to hear your appreciation of Neil. I swear I was not a fan before I saw him back in the late 70's but when I saw a master play the audience I was hooked. Over the years we have invested in his disks.

He is coming to DC but we will be checking our oldest into college. Playing football and they report early. So the Garden shows look like where I would want to be but Pittsburgh is closer during a busy month.

What I do know, that it would be fun being at his show with you. Have a great time at your shows and I will try to get mine.

Who else has seen Diamond live? What did you think?

[Mexi]

I'm working on getting my pics from this weekend uploaded ....Most of them came out too dark :(

Here's a good one of 2fors-good half ( with a familiar accessory):
http://i201.photobucket.com/albums/aa115/jengo_99/PICT0007-1-1.jpg

[Mexi]

Can you remind me
what the date is for your gig at the Key Club?!

....you only told me about 5 times, but I was under the influence of margaritas & Marisol's special concoction at the time. :p

[chrisjoseph]

Can you remind me
what the date is for your gig at the Key Club?!

....you only told me about 5 times, but I was under the influence of margaritas & Marisol's special concoction at the time. :p

July 19

[Mexi]

July 19

thank you :)

[Lostcajun]

this thread is freakin me out..... great pic of Nancy, cheers girl...

[stynger]

So glad to hear your appreciation of Neil. I swear I was not a fan before I saw him back in the late 70's but when I saw a master play the audience I was hooked. Over the years we have invested in his disks.

He is coming to DC but we will be checking our oldest into college. Playing football and they report early. So the Garden shows look like where I would want to be but Pittsburgh is closer during a busy month.

What I do know, that it would be fun being at his show with you. Have a great time at your shows and I will try to get mine.

Who else has seen Diamond live? What did you think?

N. Diamond was the only concert I was ever at that my parents attended as well. They didn't go with me but saw him that same run of shows in LA. I was indeed surprised what a showman he was and how much I enjoyed it. Say what you will about him but dude has a ton of songs ya'll know.

[Corona]

Me too! My brother who was in promotions with Columbia records for years got me tickets to Diamond. I took them while rolling my eyes. He put on one of the top 10 shows for me. Awesome Awesome. I would see him again if the tix were within reason. Mexi lets go!!! Live Diamond is best.
lol...Ed loves Neil Diamond...when Paul did one of his covers, Eddie was in heaven lol! I like him a lot too...he should play Jazzfest!

[sophisticated sissy]

Fantastic weekend! The show at The Joint was incredible. Shamarr, Paul & John were definitely "ON", and the backup musicians who supported them were excellent.

There were lots of smiling faces at The Joint that night, for sure! Thank you Chris Joseph for putting this together. I'd have to call this one an unqualified success!

[Carolina Beadhead]

I WANT TO SEE MORE PICTURES!!!!!

[sophisticated sissy]

CBH, I know CJ shot some pics. Ozzie had a cam. The nite of the show, I had to recharge the battery pack for mine, so I didn't bring it.:(
The next day, I left it at my room, so I don't have anything from the whole weekend.

I guess the 7 Ps from the Marine Corps were in play here: Poor Planning and Preparation Produces Piss Poor Pics! Or something like that. :p

[stynger]

CBH, I know CJ shot some pics. Ozzie had a cam. The nite of the show, I had to recharge the battery pack for mine, so I didn't bring it.:(
The next day, I left it at my room, so I don't have anything from the whole weekend.

I guess the 7 Ps from the Marine Corps were in play here: Poor Planning and Preparation Produces Piss Poor Pics! Or something like that. :p

Ozzie had a cam? Hello Ozzie we need to talk.

[ozzie]

Ozzie had a cam? Hello Ozzie we need to talk.

Always nice chatting with ya Stynger, but no cam.... if I'm right in thinking that you're thinking that Sissy's thinking I had a video cam. I had my pocket sized still camera but all my pics from the night were flash free (derr) so no good. Cheers!

[sophisticated sissy]

I thought we were talking pics.
Dunno about vid. :)

[stynger]

Opps sorry cam equals video in my head. I thought Chris had mentioned about someone taking video. Again in my head perhaps. The more I see this thread the more I think I shoulda been there. Damn.

[sophisticated sissy]

Maybe this type of event is something that should be repeated? I know I would go again in a heartbeat!

Woulda had vid, except somebody borrowed my toy and didn't mention not juicing up the battery pack after using it. :( bummer ...

[chrisjoseph]

I have pics both of the show, and of the lunch at Paul's friend Colman's earlier in the day. However, I'm leaving tomorrow for 16 days, so no downloading time right now. Here's a quote from Paul I received this morning: "Thanks again for the most enjoyable musical night I've ever had in Los Angeles."

[stynger]

Maybe this type of event is something that should be repeated? I know I would go again in a heartbeat!

Woulda had vid, except somebody borrowed my toy and didn't mention not juicing up the battery pack after using it. :( bummer ...

Well Atlanta isn't too far from N.O.

[Carolina Beadhead]

Well Atlanta isn't too far from N.O.

Oooh, and doable from Charlotte.... :-)

[ozzie]

Oooh, and doable from Charlotte.... :-)

Ah yes... but the fellas could rest up on a nice long flight to Cairns! :D

[Corona]

aww, that's awesome!!

[stynger]

Oooh, and doable from Charlotte.... :-)

YYR :D

[swag]

<cough> Dallas <cough>

[sophisticated sissy]

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Friday at the Joint was just a blast. The place was filled with people that were really just cheering every song that was played. You could really tell that Shamarr,John Boutte, Paul & Harry Shear just loved playing that night. (Harry Shear started his radio show out today with "Good Neighbor") Threadhead Records got the biggest cheer of all. Nanci and Nate gave Shamarr his 15k check for his new CD. He said he's really gonna make a good one.

The Threadheads that were there Festivalgirl & Guy, 2forthefest, Ozzie (No one could believe she came all that way and partied that hard) Sophisticated Sissy, Mr & Ms. Lostcajun, Chris and wife, & Mexi. You people are just allot of fun.

Yea! Saturday, the Oceanfront margaritas, food, with friends-well look at the pictures.

Oh yea, No one mentioned the encore song the boys did of "My Boy Lollipop" I was crying so hard after that one. I had to do it.

Wow! Great pics, Robbie! Just now had the time to take a peek at them! Thank you so much for sharing them.

What a great weekend it was! I had the best time with everyone and I will always remember how much all you Californians made it all seem like home for us out of town visitors. Your hospitality is 1st Rate!

The trip to Disneyland with the 2Fors and Mexi fulfilled a childhood dream ... I finally got to ride in the cups and saucers! Nanci,Nathan & Mexi even let me pick the color. And Nathan is such a good sport that he only grimaced a little bit when I chose a pink one.;) Disneyland was so much fun! Thank you, Nathan, Nanci, & Mexi for a great evening!

I'll never forget the wigs Ozzie and I bought on Friday afternoon. They are such a trip! Ozzie, have you worn yours yet? Ozzie is such a kind and generous soul, and I still can't get over her making that trek to L.A. for the weekend. She is really a trouper!

Seeing Festivalgirl, SteveFest, Robbie & Mrs. Neverleft, Mr. & MrsLostcajun, the 2Fors, Ozzie, Chrisjoseph, Mexi, and the band members in a setting other than New Orleans was a bit discombobulating. It was sort of like the Dr. John tune! We all enjoyed the performance by Shamarr, Paul & John enormously, but being spoiled by the scene in New Orleans, we were all ready for the next band to come out!

Even though I love Atlanta & Tejas,there is no beach in either of those places. If Chris does something like this again, I'd vote for having it in L.A. again.

Muchos gracias to all for an epic weekend. You guys are the best. Can't wait until we do it again! OXOXOXOXOXOXOXO

[ozzie]

BWAHAHA Sissy! I think the chick selling the wigs was using trick mirrors or somesuch. My wig looks awful!!! I'll bring it to Fest though... might just need to drink a lot before donning it. :D

[Amy Winette]

Yay, looks and sounds like it was as wonderful as I knew it would be :) :)

Looking forward to hearing about the next TH gathering at NYC Lincoln Center!!