Torrents of rock with Ablazing Grace in Bristol

Pat CarterThere’s always been something special about Bristol. In Northeast, Tennessee this town has the most vibrant downtown scene in the Tri-Cities and I always enjoy hanging here on the weekend to hear great live music by local bands and musicians.

A few weeks ago, I made the trip in the rain to catch Ablazing Grace at O’Mainians pub and even though there was a downpour, State Street was radiant as the street lights and neon melted into a dazzling display on the street that separates two states. The night was early and we had planned on an interview with the band and before the night was over we had a great time and experienced a hell-ova rock-and-roll show from these hard-core artists. [Read more →]

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10,000 Flames burn brightly @ Poor Richards

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It’s safe to say Poor Richards has a special place in my academic history at East Tennessee State University.

Pac Man had just come out along with several other popular video games and beer was cheap by the pitcher in my first years of college. Together with my roommates at Cooper Hall (now demolished) we officially worked ourselves toward academic probation at this local pub and I’m certain it still happens today.

I’d be willing to wager anyone who’s ever attended classes at ETSU has made several trips to Poor Richards. Nothing much has changed either except for an expanded bar next door and a great new stage that hosts live music every Friday night.

We loaded up the camera equipment and made our way Friday night to see 10,000 Flames at “Poor Dicks” and had a good time hanging out with one of the hardest working rock bands in the region. With six years under their belt, they were just as much a part of the legacy as this college pub, especially for long time fans of the local music scene.

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Spank and Citizen Kane whip a mighty force

A few weeks ago, we celebrated Evan Strickler’s 19th birthday party at Outback and while in Johnson City, I was happy to check out early and hear two of the region’s most popular bands at Stir Frye Cafe and Kemmosabes. Spank and Citizen Kane left me entertained and I continue to be inspired by my friends who are creating great music and good times throughout the region. [Read more →]

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