Willie Arsenault tearing it up at the Fiddler's Roost on Saturday. Photo taken by Kenny Mac.

When I got home there was message from M begging me to pick him up from his drunken crazy gig. So I did - it really sucked. I was tired and hungry and not up to dealing with a bunch of drunken guys. I've been in a bad mood since. Just can't shake it.

I am still experimenting with using a mic, it's hard to know how it really sounds and if the balance is good, especially with three part harmonies. We gave it our best shot and played: Sitting Alone in the Moonlight, Your Love is Like a Flower and The Road Into Town.

Afterwards we went and checked out the open stage at Tim's Grill. It was a howl, we had no idea what kind of reception we would get but everyone was very welcoming. The stage was very tiny, it was a bit of a struggle to get all of us up there. Dan Meunier managed to mic us up with only two sm58 vocal mics. Not bad - thanks Dan! We enjoyed ourselves, it was good stepping out and paying some dues. Tonight we are going to visit Bob at Cargo and James. Wish us luck.

Fiddler's Roost Open Stage tonight (8906-99 St. 461-1358) with WildWood Flower (J-Bird, Sheila and me).

Tomorrow night, we're probably hitting the Open Stage at Cargo & James Tea House, 10634 Whyte Ave. Hosted by Bob Robichaud.

Wednesday night, of course is the Bluegrass jam at Pleasantview.

Next Friday, the Full Moon Folk Club is presenting a concert by The Wailin' Jennys.

Next Saturday, a bunch of us are going to the Eric and Leon Bibb concert at The Arden.

Looks like a great week! Doncha just love concert season? Maybe I'll see you around.