Yesterday I got to tag along with a friend to play press at the Hagerstown Music Festival. Couple other journalist wannabees also joined us to do exclusive interviews with lead singers of Sister Hazel, Carbon Leaf, and Everclear. My part in the whole ordeal involved pushing the record button on a video camera. I wasn't quite allowed to execute my video taking technique so I couldn't feel too special, but at least I got into the venue free with backstage access. Personally, I don't get too excited about meeting celebrities... unless it's Johnny Depp. What I really enjoy most about meeting these artists is seeing that they are just normal people. They nap like us, they fart like us, and they are about as down to earth as you or I can get. Then again, most of these people aren't that famous, so it's hard to say wether it would change them or not. Everyone I've met so far is really nice though.
So one of the important news with regards to Everclear, as far as I'm concerned, is that they got a new drummer, Tommy Stewart, back around August. If you've been following my blog, you'll recall how much I raved about the previous drummer, Brett Snyder. I was a bit disappointed that I couldn't see him play again, but the new drummer isn't too bad either. Well, couldn't tell technically if he was any good but he is hot. Didn't really get a chance to talk with him much tho so I settled for a couple of looks and a smile. After throwing myself at Brett last time, I thought I'd show some restraint this time. But I should've at least tried to find out if he was single....
Ok, now to the important stuff. The main reason why we made this trip this time was so my friend can present Everclear with an award from Snowball Express in appreciation of the support they have shown our troops. Everclear has played for our troops on numerous occasions, and will again be heading to Iraq soon to play for our heroes there. Thanks Everclear, and a special thanks to the men and women who fight for our freedom.
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