It’s been a traditional Spring in E. Oklahoma. Well, as best as I can remember anyway. Maybe a slightly bigger portion of rain than usual. Lack of sunshine seems to be my maters problem. But this week of sunny skies has done wonders for them and all the weeds. Thanks to Tyler, Joey and Ken, the men from Faith Community Church for doing a lotta cleanup, weedwackin’, leaf blowing and just an hour of sippin’ ice water and good company. It dressed the homestead up and made it easier to see them nasty lil’ copperheads that reside here. It is easy to cut sign of Summer by the blossoming of the colorful bigtops everywhere almost overnite.
The 4th of July is just around the corner. I’ll have info on the celebrations and fireworks in the coming weeks. Please remember to keep the many veterans in your ‘hood in mind. Put a respectful distance between those folks and the sky rockets and loud mortar-like displays. PTSD is real.Or instead of money spent on Firecrackers, just send a couple of sacks of dawg food to the Animal Shelters. Just be safe. Besides, fireworks rurnt the best squirrel dawg I ever owned. She got gun shy after a solid week of racket in my hood on Garner.
My favorite band, “Hillbilly Vegas”, will start the “Feels Good Tour” in England. 6 Festivals and shows in 8 days. Prayers for safe travels. May ya have huge success in the release of the next single – Feels Good- from the album Feels Good. The first song released- Let It Ride- went to Top Ten. I’ve had a chance to hear the unreleased album and it is killer. Rock and Roll done well. Soon to be released World-wide in November. Here’s the official press release- Hillbilly Vegas will be on their “Feels Good” UK tour in July 2025, with multiple dates at various venues. They are performing at the Maid of Stone Festival, Steelhouse Festival, and the Rock ‘N’ Blues Custom Show, along with club dates in Sheffield and Reading. They are also playing as guests to Wolfsbane in Wolverhampton. The tour features the release of their new single “Feels Good,” which will be part of their upcoming album.
I am EXCITED! Again! Pirate Jam Studio is opening and what you may ask is it?? Well, Terry Lynn, son of two Poteau grads, musician of 50 yrs experience will take students and put them together in a room to learn how to play- together. React to each other and take solos, take side man roles and even learn to be a band leader. Terry has over 50 yrs experience in the business, traveled on the road in the US and two foreign countries. This will fill a void in Live Music in our area and form the next generation of musicians. Ya can’t learn this joy of being part of a band without this social interaction. Pirate Jam Studio is located at 105 S McKenna St. Downtown. He takes students 12 -100 yrs, any level, any instrument. He will try to mix and match musicians that will compliment each other and make some killer Jams. I will have more info next week and I hope to hear Terry do a set Friday nite at the Open Mic at the Coffee Cup. That will be a good place to meet him and show interest in the studio. Think about how much fun and how much you, your young’en and friends could learn and grow in Live Music.
Poteau High School Alumni Reunion is just around the corner. Info on our fb page and in the Static. We can always use more help, so think about it. You will enjoy it. This year it’s “Sierra Bravo” playing for the Sat. dance. Billy Hoffman and band will be joined by the newest member, Felisha McKenzie. She is multi talented- piano, guitar, ukulele, and adds one of the purtiest voices to the mix. I am one of her biggest fans. Felisha and Billy compliment each other on stage and give the band a lil’ more personality. NOW, It’s hard to imagine there’s room for more. Billy is one of the very best singers and frontmen in the business. He’s a solid entertainer. This is just a Beauty and the beast kinda thang. They will shine at the reunion and we are looking forward to the dance. More info on local gigs for “Sierra Bravo” here.
Live Music this week- Crocky’s Cafe starts the weekend right. On Friday 20th, “The Common Thread Bluegrass Band” will bring their bluegrass/Gospel music for the Supper crowd. Then, “Bourbon Rain” Countries it up a bit with just a pinch of R&R. Great band to go with the good food. Music on both nites begins at 6pm.
Speaking of Gospel, “The Wright Family” will have their singing on Sat. 21st. The Red Barn Farm is located in Shady Point bout ½ mile North of the EZ Mart. Watch for signs that mark the driveway. Rochelle, Kyler and Robert invite you to this FREE- Family-friendly, NS/ND, front yard picking and grinning that is uplifting and encouraging. It’s a sing-a-long good time. They will be joined this time by special guest, “The Alverson’s”. Plus ya get to hear Kyler blow some sweet sounds on his harmonica. He is quite the entertainer. Move over Robert. I think ya got a new front man. Singing starts at 6:30.
“Make It a Double”- Connie and Dave Abbott, will appear twice this month at the McAlester VFW. Sat. 21st and 28th, you can dance to some awesome pure Country music. Two step, Line-dance, waltz, and even jitterbug or twist if you’re able. Bring some friends and join in the fun. Music starts at 7pm.
“Rhythm Coalition”- Country, Red Dirt, but mostly R&B, Jazz, Blues and some originals in the mix, will have a show at JJ’s Grill/Dickson St, Fayetteville. Sat. 21st at 8:30pm, be prepared to be entertained. They are very well liked at both JJ’s Grills that the band’s booked 5 times this year. It’s alway a good time when “Rhythm Coalition” takes the stage. Be There!
“The MidWestern Playboys” will be on stage and ready to go at The Muldrow City Limits on Sat. 21st. Great show by some seasoned musicians. The right songs, right tempo, right dance to enjoy yourselves and others when the waterfall is called. Great place to dance with a big floor and lots of seating. Shelia and David Keith invite you to bring friends and have a good time. The theme for this dance is the Senior Prom so dress accordingly. Songs start at 7 pm. See ya there.
Well, that ain’t all I got to say but my time is up. Support local Live Music! Contact me by text 918-649-5736, fb or tj.wiles61@outlook.com. Thanks! You guys are the best.
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