Mushroomhead...From the Trenches...

rreihart · Post by **rreihart** » Monday Apr 16, 2007

Plastered Bastards wrote:It's all well and good what is going on, but look at the reality that your band isn't going to be on the bill but his sure as hell will be.
So that is a little strange.
Cheers!

I don't think it's strange at all. He's doing the leg work and putting up ca$h. He and his people should reap the benefits of that work. I didn't get to see DF at the gig because I had child care issues to tend to, but everyone I spoke to about them had nothing but positive things to say.

Mistress_DB · Post by **Mistress_DB** » Tuesday Apr 17, 2007

And that's how it should be. If he's putting in his own time and effort to help bring said acts to the area. of course he has every right to place his own band as the opener.

Primates · Post by **Primates** » Tuesday Apr 17, 2007

I dont think any of the 'Naysayers' know how much work actually going into these kind of shows. Its Hard Fucking Work. Im 16 years old and i have been doing it for 2 years and this shit gets rough. Booking Mushroomhead is not cheap.

Dragon Fire should have been on the bill. When you put up that kinda cash...fuck thats the least that could have happend. UGTV has always helped unsigned music out. I consider them one of the best fucking groups ive ever ecountered. Keep up the damn good work guys (and gals).

lori · Post by **lori** » Tuesday Apr 17, 2007

Plastered Bastards wrote:It's all well and good what is going on, but look at the reality that your band isn't going to be on the bill but his sure as hell will be.
So that is a little strange.
Cheers!

This is Lori from the Underground TV. For those of you who don’t know me, I’m partner/owner of The Underground and as Chris said in his previous post, this is our business and our life.

Ok so let’s talk about “the reality”. We literally booked this show 3 weeks out. We needed a band on short notice that not only made sense musically, but would play for free because after paying for The Mushroomhead Tour (yes it’s a tour, you buy the headliner and their supporting acts) we were completely tapped out. Dragon Fire not only played an AWESOME show, they helped out with all aspects of the concert. Everything from bringing out their fans and selling tickets, to spending the entire day running errands and moving equipment for other bands. I can’t thank Ronnie, Eric, and Steve enough for all their help. You guys are the best! Thanks also to Rachel and Milyssa, our street team and my best friends. We love you!

And yeah, I expected the negativity from the “poor me” crowd on Rockpage because you’re very predictable, but hey if spreading doom and gloom on message boards brings meaning to your lives, by all means continue.

Chris and I greatly appreciate the kind words and those of you who support The Underground and get what we’re trying to do. We’ll continue to do our best to bring original, live music to Altoona.

SpellboundByMetal · Post by **SpellboundByMetal** » Tuesday Apr 17, 2007

there is no 'poor me' crowd. youve been mistaken. take your head out of your ass...both of you. No one is jealous. Sorry, but I thought I should clear that up for you.
oh yeah, another thing...this isnt a "...VS the UGTV" so DONT make it out to be.

Plastered Bastards · Post by **Plastered Bastards** » Tuesday Apr 17, 2007

I don't give a shit either way about this,all I'm saying is how about give other local bands a shot at playing with these bands.
So take it as you will.

lori · Post by **lori** » Wednesday Apr 18, 2007

We've worked with some great local bands the past three years and will definitely be inviting them to play future shows with national acts.

We're always open to new bands (all styles of music) so if your band or any other band wants to be involved get a hold of us or send your press kit to:

After Midnight Media
PO Box 535
Altoona, PA 16603