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Title: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 17, 2010, 10:29:21 PM
it's that time of year everyone! 

GONERFEST 7 is arriving sooner than later and i can't wait for it.  you've got three months to plan.

lots of great stuff this year:

*they've added an EXTRA date!  Wednesday, September 22nd-Sunday September 26th 2010
*check out the bands:
Japan's legendary
GUITAR WOLF

From Australia
SUPER WILD HORSES
TOTAL CONTROL
UV RACE

The UK's legendary
ARMITAGE SHANKS

Philadelphia's amazing
STRAPPING FIELD HANDS

plus
RATAS DEL VATICANO (Mexico)
RED MASS (Canada)
WILD THING (California)
MENTHOLS (Michigan)
GUINEA WORMS (Ohio)
PARTING GIFTS (Memphis/Nashville)
Greg Cartwright + 2/3 of the Ettes!
VERMILLION SANDS (Italy)
DAVE CLOUD (Nashville)
SO COW (Ireland)
MISSING MONUMENTS (New Orleans)
LIMES (Memphis)
HAUNTED GEORGE (California)
WOUNDED LION (California)
LAMPS (Los Angeles)
OUTDOORSMEN (San Francisco)
LEGENDARY WINGS (Michigan)
JAMES ARTHUR'S MANHUNT (Texas)
DESTRUCTION UNIT (Arizona)

...and more!

*if you're from out of town and don't have a couch to crash on, check out Country Hearth (formerly The Artisan), mention Gonerfest and get a discount!
*buy a Golden Pass for $60 from http://www.hitonememphis.com and get special Golden Pass "stuff"

for any questions and/or updates check out the twitter: twitter.com/gonerfest or the website: gonerfest.com


hope to see some FOT walking around!
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Christina on June 18, 2010, 12:05:00 AM
1) I would love to figure out a way to do this, and

2) this year's logo is nuts.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: badgrammer on June 18, 2010, 12:38:23 AM
Guitar Wolf are amazing live!! I'm going to be in NYC the weekend before that and I'm not sure if I can do back to back trips!  This is in Memphis, right?

This sounds so awesome!! Especially the Greg Cartwright stuff!

Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Hugman 3.0 on June 18, 2010, 12:58:08 AM
How have I not heard of Wild Thing or The Outdoorsman??? Mr. Juvenile Hall is doing a poor job of keeping me up to date on goings on in the Bay Area.

Also, Personal And The Pizzas are playing gonerfest as well.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: fonpr on June 18, 2010, 08:11:48 AM
Quote from: badgrammer on June 18, 2010, 12:38:23 AM
Guitar Wolf are amazing live!! I'm going to be in NYC the weekend before that and I'm not sure if I can do back to back trips!  This is in Memphis, right?

This sounds so awesome!! Especially the Greg Cartwright stuff!



I saw the Ettes a few weeks ago at WMNF's Tropical Heatwave and they were great.

Rough, fast, spunky and cute!  Greg Cartwright did the production (and co-wrote a song) for their latest record.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 18, 2010, 11:46:28 AM
AC: figure it out, it's going to be awesome.  the logo (which is love) says it all.

badgrammer: i understand the dilemma of the back-to-back trip with your finances.  get with AC on figuring it out.  it's in memphis.

huggs: yes, personal and the pizzas WILL be there, along with a bunch of other bands they haven't updated on the site yet.  how great does this lineup sound?!  you going to be there...i mean, here?

fredericks: it would make my year if you showed up in memphis, rowing up the mississippi.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Jouster on June 18, 2010, 01:22:36 PM
Quote from: iAmBaronVonTito on June 17, 2010, 10:29:21 PM
DESTRUCTION UNIT (Arizona)

Huh?  Jay Reatard was in this band, and as we know, he passed.  Did they replace him, or did that happen ages ago and I somehow missed it?

edit: Looking at their MySpace page, it looks like Ryan Wong and Shawn Foree are now the primary members.  A sad reminder, though, seeing the name on this list.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 18, 2010, 01:58:42 PM
Quote from: Jouster on June 18, 2010, 01:22:36 PM
Quote from: iAmBaronVonTito on June 17, 2010, 10:29:21 PM
DESTRUCTION UNIT (Arizona)

Huh?  Jay Reatard was in this band, and as we know, he passed.  Did they replace him, or did that happen ages ago and I somehow missed it?

edit: Looking at their MySpace page, it looks like Ryan Wong and Shawn Foree are now the primary members.  A sad reminder, though, seeing the name on this list.

seeing the whole list without Jay's name on there was a little heartbreaking, considering the fact that even if he's not playing, you always see him walking around.  sigh, oh well.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Hugman 3.0 on June 18, 2010, 04:47:37 PM
Quote from: iAmBaronVonTito on June 18, 2010, 11:46:28 AM

huggs: yes, personal and the pizzas WILL be there, along with a bunch of other bands they haven't updated on the site yet.  how great does this lineup sound?!  you going to be there...i mean, here?


Depends. Something could happen that would make coming possible. But it's a secret.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Christina on June 18, 2010, 05:09:19 PM
Oooo! I thought this might conflict with a vacation plan but it's going to come afterwards ... this might jive after all!
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 18, 2010, 05:11:25 PM
i'm getting very excited, even if merely one FOT shows up.  i love my city and i enjoy showing it off.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Christina on June 18, 2010, 05:31:47 PM
Problem is I'm coming back from a 2 wk trip to Europe France and I"m sure my wallet will be sorta tapped, so I'm wondering from those who've gone before from out of town ... like what kind of $ did you lay out for this thing?
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: courtney on June 18, 2010, 09:34:43 PM
Oh my GAWD

I have to make it this year. I know I've threatened to go the past couple of years (and I seriously meant to) but ... I haven't had a mother effing vacation in 2 years.

I've seen Guitar Wolf twice, years ago, & yeah - that's some hot shit right there. I wonder who the new Bass Wolf is?

Hey, badgrammar!!! Let's carpool from Omaha (unless we meet at MAHA & for some reason can't stand one another)!!!!

Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 18, 2010, 11:11:00 PM
Quote from: Auntie Christina on June 18, 2010, 05:31:47 PM
Problem is I'm coming back from a 2 wk trip to Europe France and I"m sure my wallet will be sorta tapped, so I'm wondering from those who've gone before from out of town ... like what kind of $ did you lay out for this thing?

you're biggest money issue, AC, is going to be getting here.  hotel isn't too bad, food+beer is cheap, and the attractions aren't going to break the bank (unless you hit up Graceland). 

because of FedEx and the garbage that comes with taxes or airline politics or whatever, getting decent airlines to fly into Memphis is near impossible, which also contributes to the expense that comes with using the airlines that actually do fly into Memphis.

oh, and although i can't put anybody up (we can all cram into this studio apt if you'd like), i can be a taxi and/or tour guide, if necessary. 
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: courtney on June 19, 2010, 02:56:49 AM
P.S. ... Hit up Graceland.



It's a kind of magic.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: fonpr on June 19, 2010, 09:19:52 AM
Quote from: iAmBaronVonTito on June 18, 2010, 11:46:28 AM

fredericks: it would make my year if you showed up in memphis, rowing up the mississippi.

Yeah Baron,  I'm trying to make arrangements with Mark Twain, John Hartford and Sterling Morrison however, no one has gotten back to me, yet.

Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Hugman 3.0 on June 19, 2010, 12:59:38 PM
Quote from: courtney on June 19, 2010, 02:56:49 AM
P.S. ... Hit up Graceland.



It's a kind of magic.

PSS Hit up Graceland, Too in Holly Springs. It's beyond magic.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: badgrammer on June 19, 2010, 01:10:25 PM
Quote from: courtney on June 18, 2010, 09:34:43 PM
Oh my GAWD

I have to make it this year. I know I've threatened to go the past couple of years (and I seriously meant to) but ... I haven't had a mother effing vacation in 2 years.

I've seen Guitar Wolf twice, years ago, & yeah - that's some hot shit right there. I wonder who the new Bass Wolf is?

Hey, badgrammar!!! Let's carpool from Omaha (unless we meet at MAHA & for some reason can't stand one another)!!!!




I saw Guitar Wolf once with Billy Bass Wolf and it was mind-blowing. I never thought I "might die" at a show before until seeing Guitar Wolf. Seiji almost threw an amp on me. Saw them twice after with the new "Billy" --a guy named Yuji who isn't as cool, but he's an alright bass player.

Courtney! I am totally down for a road trip if we can work it out! But yes, I guess it would depend on if/when we a) meet b) do not hate each other. Haha!

I am PSYCHED for Superchunk at 'Maha! So psyched that I really don't care about the other bands that are playing (but it will nice to see them as an added bonus)!

Graceland is awesome. I came back from visiting Memphis/Graceland and wanted to eat fried peanut butter + banana sandwiches everyday and I DID for several weeks. I'm sure you would agree IABVT, your town has AMAZING FOOD -especially if you like FRIED things (and I do)!
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 19, 2010, 01:27:41 PM
i've lived here as a vegetarian (currently) and a non-vegetarian.  i still don't know a thing about pork because i hate it anyway, but the food here is incredible.  in fact, where i live in midtown, you'd be hard-pressed to find any fast food (with the exception the union ave strip).

i love memphis.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Hugman 3.0 on June 20, 2010, 05:00:04 AM
Teets, when I was in Memphis I happened to get a cheeseburger at the Lamplighter. It was one of the greatest culinary experiences of my life.  When Jack Oblivian was here last year he started talking about Lamplighter cheeseburgers and I started howling like a fool.  I blew my cool.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 20, 2010, 10:39:04 AM
Huggs!  You know about the Lamplighter cheeseburger?! I love you! I love that bar; it's one of my favorites.

Listen up, people. The Lamplighter cheeseburger is legendary around these parts (while also remaining largely unknown by the greater population). If you are here, make it a point to eat one with a cheap, cold beer.

And a pointer for a trouble free visit: no cussing.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: fonpr on June 20, 2010, 12:24:57 PM
Quote from: iAmBaronVonTito on June 20, 2010, 10:39:04 AM
Huggs!  You know about the Lamplighter cheeseburger?! I love you! I love that bar; it's one of my favorites.

Listen up, people. The Lamplighter cheeseburger is legendary around these parts (while also remaining largely unknown by the greater population). If you are here, make it a point to eat one with a cheap, cold beer.

And a pointer for a trouble free visit: no cussing.

I there any camping nearby, Baron?

A K.O.A.?  Or someone's back yard?  I'm very neat and will leave the site the same condition as when I got there.

Except for where the fire-pit was located, that is.   

I assure you, the fire will be completely out when I leave!
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 20, 2010, 08:45:31 PM
the guy next door will probably let you set up shop in his back yard if you're willing to do some carpentry work, fredericks.

you know, the kind you do early in the morning, on a weekend, because that's the only time i have to sleep in.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: fonpr on June 20, 2010, 10:49:52 PM
Quote from: iAmBaronVonTito on June 20, 2010, 08:45:31 PM
if you're willing to do some carpentry work, fredericks.

you know, the kind you do early in the morning, on a weekend, because that's the only time i have to sleep in.

Excellent.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Jason on June 21, 2010, 10:04:26 AM
As broke as I am, I'm going to do everything I can to attend.
Is it feasible to get a bus from NYC? Cheap places to stay? Camping? Will it be too hot? Can I sleep in the bus station?
I'll be entering my 40th year (as i turn 39).
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Jason on June 21, 2010, 10:07:49 AM
Fuck, 39 hours by train, $190 one way.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Jason on June 21, 2010, 10:12:41 AM
$166 round trip by bus. Takes between 30 and 33 hours with 3 or 4 transfers. Gulp!
Maybe I'll hitch.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: iAmBaronVonTito on June 21, 2010, 12:44:45 PM
at the moment, my studio apartment suits my needs as a single; however, i wish terribly i could put every one of you up! 


...which i could (if you enjoy cramped quarters and an air mattress for a few days).
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: bobby. on June 22, 2010, 07:06:56 PM
You guys know you have to see So Cow!
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Chris L on July 21, 2010, 01:50:27 PM
I'm thinkin' about it.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Scot on July 23, 2010, 06:44:18 AM
... now with DJ Tom Scharpling/Terre T action?

So want to go to this. It hurts, the knowledge I can't.
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: fonpr on July 23, 2010, 08:52:02 AM
Baron,

Is this a festival held in one place or is it a series of clubs/halls/garages?

How far to the nearest Camp-a-While?

Fredericks
Title: Re: GONERFEST 7
Post by: Louis Lame on July 23, 2010, 03:36:41 PM
it hurts a little more every time this passes by.
I wanna motorcycle, I wanna golden ticket to gonerfest