The Bass Geek

Radio Radio hosts some big shows this weekend - Unknown Hinson finally bridges the gap between rockabilly and vampirism tonight, and the venue hosts a tribute to Mpozi Tolbert on July 4th. That bill includes the IRB, Twilight Sentinels, and a host of other acts and DJs. Bigger Than Elvis takes the stage Saturday night. All come highly recommended.

Sam’s Saloon waits until Tuesday to host a musical act, but I’ll throw them in for the sake of completeness. Up!Scumbag, Wait ‘Til Wednesday and Boats play on the 8th.

Deano’s Vino is holding a wild extravaganza on the 4th, with nonspecific grilling and music to be had. Enjoy.

Also, the new IMN podcast is up. Download it here or listen on the site.

Happy 4th of July, and don’t blow yourself up.

1. Unbolted tires should move away from a car very easily. When they do not, call a friend with a large metal hammer.
2. Truss rod adjustments are miracles and should never be taken for granted. It’s like I have a new bass.
3. Wireless networking (and the gadgets that make it happen) are nice to use but horribly annoying to install.
4. The Pittsburgh Post-Gazette has posted a countdown clock for training camp, and it depresses me every time I look at it.

Radio Radio salvages part of the the cancelled Rockabilly Rebel Weekend with the Midwest Rockabilly Fest this Saturday. Also, I must start talking early about the visit of Unknown Hinson to Radio Radio on July 3rd. He’s the happy little rockabilly vampire to your left - he plays music and provides the voice for a redneck squid. Frankly, I’m not sure what more he can give you people.

Sam’s Saloon has Deacon Sean and the Bar Brawlers and Dom Weir Saturday night.

Deano’s Vino has the Michael Huston Group tonight and the John Harden Project tomorrow. And it’s Swing Dance Night at the Fountain Square Theater.

Radio Radio brings all the scooter-riding hoodlums in from the Gasoline Rally to see Dan Glenzig and The Marones tomorrow night. It’s free if you were at the rally, $5 if you weren’t.

Sam’s Saloon has The Hardees and Thistle tonight. The Punk Night for Sunday looks like it’s been canceled by the bands involved, but go ahead and stop in for a drink or something.

Deano’s Vino has the Jude Juggers tonight and Shogun Attractions tomorrow.

As for where I’ll end up, I have no idea. My wife has managed to keep all of my birthday activities secreted away in one form or another, so anything after I conclude teaching my 5:30 bass lesson is a hazy mystery.

The new IMN podcast is available right now - seriously, download it now or listen to it on the site.

Also, I’ll be providing musical entertainment for the FountainSplash! networking event this very evening at Santorini’s in beautiful Fountain Square. I don’t think the bellydancers will be there, but I’m going to try and be ready for them just in case.