Sunday night I played my first acoustic show by myself. Youth Against War & Racism had their benefit concert at Eclipse Records in St. Paul. 2 Tone Runts were not able to play, so I was asked if I would do the show solo. I don't think I've ever been that nervous for a show. At 6pm, I took the stage. The venue has no windows and a couple bright lights on the stage. I couldn't see the crowd at all. I started the show with an acoustic version of "Chaotic." By the third song in the set my voice was starting to go. I stumbled over chords, forgot lyrics but made it through. I played a few songs I had written in high school. It was a very personal set. After the show, a couple people said I should keep it up. I'll try anything twice.
The past few days have been non-stop tour prep. We did our first screen print poster. A limited run of 26 and they turned out pretty good. I managed to fix my bass amp. Hopefully I won't blow another fuse on the road. It's looking like we'll be renting a van for the tour. One day we'll own a van. I completely satisfied with the way the album turned out and I can't wait to play the new songs.
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you were awesome at this show. i didn't realize you were so nervous.
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