Saturday, August 27, 2011

Southside Soundcheck

Was it a calm before the storm? Hardly! Last night, a little bit of Jersey came to Maine. It was, indeed, a gorgeous evening with Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes pounding out number after number under the stars. We got to the site about 5 and were lucky enough to catch the soundcheck. It was quite a cool experience. I asked for a quick picture with Southside, and he graciously obliged. We've seen the Jukes many times, and I must agree with Elenka(Jersey girl). It was one of the best. The warm night, the tunes, the hilarious banter back and forth with audience and the man was the perfect cocktail needed. Favorite selections of the evening for me were the crowd favorite "Walk Away Renee", "Umbrella in my Drink" and "Nothing But a Heartache". Now, we prepare for the wind and battering rain of Irene, but with a wonderful soundtrack to hum away the hours with, while fortifying the homestead. Music! Music! Music!
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  1. SebabAugust 27, 2011 at 7:18 AM

    Glad you guys had some fun before the storm!

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  2. brattcatAugust 27, 2011 at 7:21 AM

    nothing better to do while waiting out a storm than to lift up your bones and dance. stay safe, bud.

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  3. Luis GomezAugust 27, 2011 at 8:05 AM

    Excellent!

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  4. KateAugust 27, 2011 at 8:43 AM

    "Musick has Charms to sooth a savage Breast,
    To soften Rocks, or bend a knotted Oak.
    I've read, that things inanimate have mov'd,
    And, as with living Souls, have been inform'd,
    By Magick Numbers and persuasive Sound.
    What then am I? Am I more senseless grown
    Than Trees, or Flint? O force of constant Woe!"

    After this performance you should be safe from the hurricane. In any event, stay safe!

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  5. JackAugust 27, 2011 at 8:48 AM

    A fine evening, Birdman. Now go put everything inside or tie them down.

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  6. LoisAugust 27, 2011 at 8:57 AM

    Sounds like a perfect way to spend an evening!

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  7. Tanya BreeseAugust 27, 2011 at 8:59 AM

    glad you had a great night...hope irene takes it easy on you!!

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  8. DinaAugust 27, 2011 at 9:05 AM

    May the music go on and continue to add to your courage and good attitude before the storm.

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  9. ElenkaAugust 27, 2011 at 9:10 AM

    You didn't mention that this concert was one of LL Bean's outdoor summer concerts. What a great venue. Why we haven't been up there before for concerts is beyond me. Low key, bring your own chair, perfect surroundings as only LL Beans could provide. Brought a picnic supper, a book, a drink and just watched the crowds. Warm, windless, and starry.AND the bonus of being there with my best bud.
    Lovely.
    Thanks Southside.

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  10. Doug HickokAugust 27, 2011 at 9:49 AM

    What a great time had by all! These memories will help get you through the deluge. Don't bother watering your plants today :^)

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  11. Yogi♪♪♪August 27, 2011 at 9:59 AM

    Nothing like great live music on a summer night.

    Stay safe.

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  12. PerthDailyPhotoAugust 27, 2011 at 10:42 AM

    Sounds like you two had the best time, it's so good when things like that fall into place..now you just have to hope that everything else stays in place too, good luck tomorrow, will be waiting anxiously to hear that everything is ok!

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  13. LynetteAugust 27, 2011 at 11:05 AM

    Oh, shoot, Birdman. I hate that Irene's headed to your Portland.

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  14. RandyAugust 27, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    Nice shot. Nothing like a little outdoor music.

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  15. SharonAugust 27, 2011 at 11:25 AM

    sounds like a perfect way to sooth the soul. Stay safe and dry!

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  16. Sharon CreechAugust 27, 2011 at 11:35 AM

    That sounds mighty fine, that music. Hope Irene gets tired before she reaches Maine . . .

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  17. Regina KAugust 27, 2011 at 12:36 PM

    Good music under a starry sky with your best bud is hard to beat. Watching the weather channel n Nags Head right now, looks harsh.

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  18. RedPatAugust 27, 2011 at 1:20 PM

    Sounds great! Good luck this weekend.

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  19. cieldequimperAugust 27, 2011 at 2:05 PM

    I'm glad you had a great time.
    Stay safe. They are saying on the radio here that Irene has somewhat mellowed. I hope that's the case.

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  20. UnknownAugust 27, 2011 at 2:46 PM

    I'm also glad you enjoyed it before trouble comes. Unfortunatelly there's already a victim further south while I'm writing this. Poor boy, how sad. Stay safe!

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  21. john bainAugust 27, 2011 at 7:37 PM

    This is comment 21. Not much for me to say. Hope the hurricane passes safely, and it's goodnight Irene.

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  22. T. BecqueAugust 27, 2011 at 7:50 PM

    Looks like a nice evening. I'm wishing you well with Irene!

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  23. Oakland Daily PhotoAugust 28, 2011 at 1:31 AM

    Hope everything is battened down and the music carries you through.

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