The heat was butt-whooping, but it didn't stop everyone from having a rockin' time at this past Saturday's RnR. Thanks to Mud Island for graciously hosting us.
First up was The Junkman, in town for the week from Vermont. He tours the country teaching kids how to build percussion instruments using found items, and then how to play cool rhythms. We were glad to have him in Memphis this week for a camp at the Junkyard Museum, and also at the Rock-n-Romp.
This stuff put our old "banging wall" to shame.
Next up was Al Kapone, with a full band. He was friggin' awesome. The band was tight, and Al brought it, Memphis-style.
After another jam session with the Junkman, Goner Records' Magic Kids brought their brand of quirky magic pop to the stage. These guys play really catchy, interesting stuff.
There were other things which occupied the kids-- like sliding down this huge bluff:
...and cooling off in the big fountain pond. Because of the heat, this was a very popular activity.
Thanks again to our sponsors-- Central BBQ for the deliciously awesome barbecue, and Whole Foods for the fruit and Pirate Booty snacks.
And thanks to all our volunteers this time--Fabianna & Lee, Michele, Alicia, Mary, Katie, Nicole, Ceciley, Joanna & Talyon, and Katie & Bailey. You guys rule, and you improved the quality of life for the RnR Board.
Thanks to everyone for braving the heat, and to everyone who didn't, we forgive you! See you guys August 21st at the Levitt Shell!
See the whole slideshow of Chip Chockley's pics here. And feel free to add your own RnR pics to our Flickr pool here.
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I ran into Richard Cushing and his boys down at the Redbirds Sunday. He says that Freeworld would love to play R'n'R.
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