Thursday, May 8, 2008

Roadtrip to VA!!


The Superdads had a weekend full of gigs in Virginia!! Unfortunately, guitarist extraordinaire G-Whiz had a family wedding to attend. So, we had the good fortune of having Yosi's old buddy Pete Groff join the tour. Pete had performed on two Yosi discs & was the lead guitarist in Yosi's punk band in the late 80's.
On the way down to Newport News we had a chance to talk, listen to XM Comedy, music & chow down at Cracker Barrel. Not many Cracker Barrels in NJ so we always make it a point to stop at one once when heading south. Upon arrival at Newport News we headed out for some great southern BBQ!!! Mmmm, good. That eve we jammed very quietly in the hotel room & ended up writing a brand new tune. Bassist Jammin' Joe came up with an idea about contagious cooties, & before long we had another song in the bank.
Next day we performed three outdoor shows at the Children's Festival of Friends. The weather was perfect: blue skies, warm, slight cool breeze. Lots of fun, singing & dancing with kids.
Sunday morning we headed north to Jammin Java in Vienna, VA. They had some kickin' sandwiches & salads. Four old friends of the band showed up with their families, amongst a big birthday party for twin girls, & a few others. The sound was wonderful, & the crowd got boogy. There were some requests to perform"Hole in The Ground" & "BEACH." Of course, we wouldn't disappoint. Also included The B-Day song in G-major. Oh, we had a chance to feature another new tune, "Thank You."
We're planning another quick Full Band tour on Saturday, May 17, two shows at McLean Day in McLean, VA.
Also, a Duo appearance (Yosi & Jammin' Joe) at Morning Concerts for Kids in Gaithersburg, MD on Thursday, May 29.