SaNdMaN
89 posts
Nov 25, 2009
4:21 PM
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Hey ya'll,
Just read on Facebook that the west coast tour from December 3-12 has been canceled "out of necessity and due to unforeseen circumstances." Does any one know what's up? Mr D.?? I hope that everything is OK with JJ and the boys!
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SaNdMaN
"If it beats all get out then do it again ..."
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Sunshine
1626 posts
Nov 25, 2009
5:25 PM
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wow, I sure hope everyone is alright......they are in my thoughts and prayers.
Take as long as you guys need, believe me, we ain't going nowhere.
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"If you've never seen us before, don't be bashful - sing along from start to finish........and dance & feel good.....there's enough shit in the world, let it all out...........Brighter Daaaaays...."
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Delerious Tyme
543 posts
Nov 25, 2009
6:56 PM
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yup, this really sucks. I just found this out not too long ago. While I am obviously crushed that they will not be making it out my way, I do hope that everything is ok with the guys.
Wow, I don't know what to say...
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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Richard
165 posts
Nov 25, 2009
7:18 PM
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Wow, heard about it via FB. You tune out for a short while and all hell breaks loose. Sincerely hope that things get better for whatever has caused this change in plans.
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mofrofans1
Admin
2846 posts
Nov 25, 2009
9:09 PM
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Damn. It hit me as hard as it did y'all. I dont know a thing, but I second what y'all said.
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Helix77
11 posts
Nov 25, 2009
9:16 PM
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I noticed that lately JJ's voice has been getting road weary by times. Maybe he's resting those beautiful pipes.
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Delerious Tyme
544 posts
Nov 26, 2009
7:14 AM
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Definitely a shocker to hear of the cancellation. Correct me if I'm wrong, but the last time this happened was 2001/2002 before the Blackwater tour and the car accident. I hope and pray that it is nothing like that or even close to that to have caused this. The one thing that is interesting about it is that the entire west coast tour was cancelled, Shooter Jennings and JT and the Northern Lights are apparently a no go as well. Still shows signs of it being Mofro though as they are the only ones that are on the bill for all of those shows. Shooter and JT skip one here and there. I did notice that Shooter started up with his old band members from .357 and created a new band, thus working on a new album and doing some different things. Don't know if that could be a part of the reason for canceling. Kinda wonder, if Mofro cancelled, why wouldn't Shooter continue if he could or vice versa? Atleast they still have the other future shows listed, that's a good sign, here's hoping it's nothing but a sore throat and extra rest or something having to do with Shooter and his new venture.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
Last Edited by on Nov 27, 2009 12:12 PM
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FireFly
955 posts
Nov 26, 2009
9:00 AM
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hope all is ok.
maybe its a management thing, money etc.
don't think its a sore throat issue, he's been home, resting, when I talked to him at bear creek, he was fine.
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"Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."
-Nietzsche
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mofrofans1
Admin
2849 posts
Nov 26, 2009
11:05 AM
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I'm pretty sure Shooter started that up before the tour kicked off back in Sept DT. I'm leaning with FF...since the other guys cancelled too, I think it has to do with a bad economy + the holidays = slow ticket sales. Not worth going out if they can't pay the bills and/or themselves, although I'm sure this had to be a very difficult decision to make.
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TN_Cracka
131 posts
Nov 27, 2009
8:59 AM
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Damn, I hope everything is okay. SF was going to be a killer trip.
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Delerious Tyme
545 posts
Nov 27, 2009
12:11 PM
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Yeah Clay, I hear you on that as well, sounds like our thread wondering how they do it money wise could come to be true if that is the case. Definitely seems like a real possibility. Especially sharing the bill with Shooter and JT or anyone else and to go all the way out west. Without Shooter, I could see it being more of a possibility, but having to share the revenue with a co-headliner and no increase in the price of the tickets doesn't help to pay the bills. I just hope that is the case instead of something unforseen causing it. I got no problem with JJ and the guys taking some extra time off, they need it and truely deserve it. We all know that we are not going anywhere, so when they do get the chance to make it out this way again, we'll all be ready and waiting.
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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gimmie that drop
8 posts
Nov 28, 2009
12:23 PM
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True that, Hope them boys are all doing alright.......and we will all just be awaiting it to be BRUNG the next time out to the West.
Peace + Blessings on you and yours
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mofrofans1
Admin
2851 posts
Nov 28, 2009
7:05 PM
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My trophy wife dragged my grumpy ass to Oklahoma for Thanksgiving. She gots an aunt and uncle there and I got to hang out for 3 days with 15 of the biggest whack jobs you'd ever want to meet...with the exception of the TW's cousin who is certifiable and should be locked up in a looney bin for life. And, with my apologies to anyone who lives in or hails from Tulsa, the list of the top 3 things to do in Tulsa is as follows:
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As for the subject at hand, I got a little bit of info that I think y'all will be pleased about: everyone is fine. JJ's fine, his voice is fine, ain't nobody sick, ain't nobody dying (well, from a biological standpoint we're all dying and have been since the day we were born, but I digress), ain't nobody leaving the band, all is well in Mofro-land.
Bout the only other thing I know is that it was a really tough business decision. I don't know the details. It all went down very quickly. I'll find out on Monday if there's more info that can be shared.
Last Edited by on Nov 28, 2009 7:10 PM
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mofrofans1
Admin
2852 posts
Nov 28, 2009
7:16 PM
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One more thing...if you live in/around Memphis (Art), Austin (Greyhounds: Anthony and Andrew), Jax (Dennis, Daryl), Orlando/Tampa (AC, Daryl), keep an eye out for them cause they'll be doing some side gigs. They've worked their asses off touring this year and it's nice to sleep in a real bed every night without 9 other guys all in bunks farting and snoring, but they're just like us and can't take a month or two off without any income. If you see any of their names pop up in your area get on out there and support 'em.
Last Edited by on Nov 28, 2009 7:21 PM
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FireFly
957 posts
Nov 29, 2009
6:32 AM
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how YOU know they snore..
jeez oklahoma. eh? never even heard of it,lol
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"Those who were seen dancing were thought to be insane by those who could not hear the music."
-Nietzsche
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Delerious Tyme
549 posts
Nov 29, 2009
8:24 AM
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Thanks Clay for getting the low down on the crew and reporting back to us that everything is ok. That is a relief to hear that it was a business decision and that nothing tragic happened. Sorry to hear you are stuck in Tulsa for the weekend. I just got back from my parents place just south of you in Tyler, Texas. I think that is probably worse than Tulsa being that Tyler is located in a 'dry' county. Have to drive 20 miles to the county line to be able to buy liquor. Did get the chance this time to go downtown and see where it all started off for the Greyhounds. If any of ya'll know a little of thier history, they got going at the Liberty Theatre in downtown Tyler, Texas. Hence the name of thier first album, Liberty, which was recorded there. Pretty cool place. A little run down, but was cool to check out. Didn't get to make it down to Austin to see them, I know they were playing a show, but next time.
Clay, here are my three things for you to pass the time:
1. Drink
2. Drink
3. Yup, you guessed it, Drink...
Be safe
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Delerious Tyme
Mofro for life in Arizona
The Rhythm Room is exactly that when the boys are kicking it here.
"Walking on Moonlight in the Day."
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jimbo
127 posts
Nov 29, 2009
9:37 AM
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CLAY,
I know you had a great time
in Tulsa,because I've just got off
the phone with "ORAL ".He said that
you'll had a great Hell'ova party &
that ya'll got some more funds comming in
& hope that'cha share it with everyone
via a free holiday drink. You're such
a swell thoughtful guy,thats why we
all love ya so much.Looking forward to
having a snort with ya soon.
AS ALWAYS, LATER, JIMBO
TW- Don't let him go back TULSA, alone !
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TullyMars
1 post
Nov 29, 2009
5:16 PM
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We were gearing up for a great show in Boulder, but will have to wait. We've seen them many times in Colorado and waiting for another show. Hope all is well with the band.
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mofrofans1
Admin
2853 posts
Nov 29, 2009
6:08 PM
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Welcome to our little spot out in the swamp TullyMars! Glad to have you. Wish it was under better circumstances. The guys are all fine, so that's the good news.
DT, yep...that's what I did, that's what I did, and then that's what I did. Fortunately the in-laws had a well stocked lickher cabinet.
Jimbo...I din't know you had Oral's cell number! Yep, I hooked up with him so I could get me some of that spiritual cleansing. He's loosened up a lot since he hit 90. He took me up in that space needle prayer tower thing he has there. We coulda called you on the speaker phone if Ida know'd you know'd him. It was very cleansing. We burned one, held hands and sang kumbaya. You know what they say: Retired televangelists have the best weed.
Last Edited by on Nov 29, 2009 6:10 PM
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Sunshine
1630 posts
Nov 30, 2009
6:06 AM
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Welcome TullyMars to our little world!
Clay, thanks for the update about our boys. Glad to hear everyone is still intact.
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"If you've never seen us before, don't be bashful - sing along from start to finish........and dance & feel good.....there's enough shit in the world, let it all out...........Brighter Daaaaays...."
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mofrofans1
Admin
2861 posts
Nov 30, 2009
9:13 AM
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The band's management team would prefer to leave their statement pretty much as-is. I've been assured, once again, that the band is fine and everyone is healthy.
It was a co-bill, with a limited number of stops out west without any in-between. There are several layers as to the entities and people involved, something akin to a game of jenga.
To put my own spin on it: this difficult short-term decision for the band will ultimately be a long-term benefit for ALL of us fans.
Last Edited by on Nov 30, 2009 10:10 AM
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SaNdMaN
90 posts
Nov 30, 2009
12:23 PM
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Thank you for the update Clay. I was a bit worried there for a few days. Glad to hear that all is well.
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SaNdMaN
"If it beats all get out then do it again ..."
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mofrofans1
Admin
2862 posts
Nov 30, 2009
12:29 PM
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Here's an idea for everyone to consider: after the 3 New Year's shows, and Jam Cruise, there's the 2 early Jan Florida dates and then the guys are off until essentially April. So come on down to Jacksonville and ring in the new year with Mofro! Tix are still available as are rooms. Cain't spell p-a-r-t-y without u!
THERE'S MORE ABOUT THE CANCELLATION, AS WELL AS THE BAND'S PLANS FOR 2010 HERE
Last Edited by on Dec 15, 2009 8:09 AM
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