I Like to Listen - A Special Saturday Evening

Last Saturday, purely on a whim and completely spontaneously, -T and I decided to catch a bluegrass show at a local saloon that regularly hosts all kinds of live music performances.  Before logging on to purchase tickets, we called SILL and BILS to see if they were interested in joining us.  BILS appreciates bluegrass music.  SILL is more of a headbanger rock and roll type, so I had my doubts.

But surprisingly, SILL agreed to go.  I think I had her at "bluegrass".  We began the evening with a fine upscale dinner at an Italian white tablecloth restaurant.  That started a little rough when BILS broke a wine glass just getting to our table.  Dinner was served and satisfied all.

Then, we went to Knuckleheads for the special treat promised to -T and SILL.  We arrived at 8:00 for an 8:30 show and found the last 4 seats in the room.  They were 4 high captain's chairs covered with beer stained worn out material, but fairly comfortable.  SILL immediately made friends with the video technician who sat just in front of us.  At just before 8:30, the garage doors immediately behind our seats were opened to accommodate the overflow crowd.  At 8:30 sharp, The Greencards took the stage and played a 50 minute set.  After a short break they came out for another 45 minutes. 

The sound was okay, but the overflow crowd just behind us was distracting during the slower, quieter songs.  As a fan of The Greencards, I found the show to be very entertaining.  -T and SILL, the discriminating musical ears, were also impressed by the band.  SILL even commented on the obvious talent of the musicians.  I think this special Saturday evening has won over another lifetime bluegrass fan.

I found the video clips of The Greencards on YouTube and included them below for your listening enjoyment.