Date: October.02.2003

Place: Shank Hall- Milwaukee WI

Shank Hall. The great hall of music in Milwaukee. Made famous in the classic move "Spinal Tap", Shank is equipped with one of the best sounding pa system and room combos I have ever played through. I also really love the intimate feeling of the shows at Shank. It seems at times almost like you are up on stage with the band you are there to see.

This was our second time at Shank Hall as a group, and it was notable for a few different reasons: First of all, we had yet another chance to play with Wookiefoot from Minneapolis. Even though we played with them at the Rave a few months back, I was blown away tonight by their energy on stage, and also how they meld many musical styles together and end up with very danceable, groovy, exciting rock music. Also making this show cool, was the return of prodigal guitarist Jim Kiley. Sean had some personal business to attend to, so on short notice, Jim (our founding guitarist) stepped in and played tonight's show with us. It was very cool getting a chance to play with Jim again, as he has always been one of my favorite guitar players.
We have a couple more big shows in town this month, and we are even going to get out of town a bit, too. Stay tuned to WUGC for more details!!

Later, potaters.
Brian

Write Brian at: bb@upsidegc.com