Category: EP World

Pat Mason shares a little story

Posted on December 4, 2008

I’ve been sorting through a lot of videotapes, as I continue to work on this big documentary of mine. If it’s not one thing, it’s another thing that distracts me from the…

The Sonics in Seattle 2008 – LOUIE of the Month!

Posted on November 5, 2008

Today, I’m sharing a LOUIE LOUIE that was a long time overdue. Amongst Northwest rock bands from the early 1960’s, the Sonics had a different approach from their peers. They had a…

The Return of the Sonics

Posted on November 1, 2008

Last night, the Sonics did their first performance in Seattle in 36 years. It was definitely a historic moment, and I’m glad I spent the money to fly out for this one….

The Sonics in Seattle 2008

Posted on October 30, 2008

In about 12 hours from now, I’ll be on my way to Seattle to witness one of the most anticipated events in Northwest musical history. The Sonics are doing their first show…

Music, Empowerment and Liberation

Posted on September 18, 2008

I love hearing stories about music and empowerment. Last weekend, I saw a film that embraced such concepts. The Singing Revolution is the story of the non-violent path Estonia took to free…

Random thoughts on a special anniversary date

Posted on August 19, 2008

Today is a very special date for me, this LOUIE project, and the LOUIE universe. My friend Stretch Riedle sent out a little email reminder today at the LOUIE PARTY Yahoo group:…

Good news for music lovers!

Posted on August 16, 2008

A couple of good things to report…. One year ago, I reported the death of Jim Philbrook, publisher of Record Collector News. Based on conversations I had with people involved with the…

NYPD Jazz Band honors music of Isaac Hayes

Posted on August 10, 2008

On Saturday, I attended the 19th San Jose Jazz Festival, one of the best annual music festivals in the San Francisco bay area. One of the bands I saw there really impressed…