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General Discussions => Tribal Funk Affliction => Topic started by: dawgmusic on November 05, 2004, 02:28:23 am


Title: Re: Gero the What?
Post by: Stephengencs on November 14, 2004, 08:31:24 pm
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Originally posted by Gero
And I thought Freddie would be the one  to start **** (he always is)


rotfl Wah, how did you get such a bad rap? rotfl
Title: Gero the What?
Post by: Gero on November 14, 2004, 03:19:05 pm
Don\'t I get any say in the matter? And I thought Freddie would be the one  to start **** (he always is), not you Steve( putting my name in red no less). Any way, I\'m honored, I just want to make sure Pete the Fan stays Pete the Cousin to me.
    Seriously though, I knew Jim Mc Donald for a long time (we always called him Elvis) and I was really saddened at the loss, he was good people. I should\'ve been at BAR on Monday; sorry I missed it.
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: dawgmusic on November 11, 2004, 02:39:51 pm
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Originally posted by Stephengencs
Kelly Kancyr also busted out Patsy Klien\'s "Crazy" which was nice....

Derf threw down some serious keys....

and Schumacher did an unbelieveable job on #41....

Once again Sean, great job.......


Thanks, Steve.  I really appreciated seeing you, Fred, Todd, Robyn, Justin & Sabrina, and everyone else there.
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 10, 2004, 09:22:29 am
Kelly Kancyr also busted out Patsy Klien\'s "Crazy" which was nice....

Derf threw down some serious keys....

and Schumacher did an unbelieveable job on #41....

Once again Sean, great job.......
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: dawgmusic on November 09, 2004, 07:11:20 pm
I have to say that it was great to see so many people there last night.  Everywhere I turned I saw a friendly/familiar face.  In spite of the way the evening ended, I had a good time playing with all the other artists.  

Beth Patella went on first doing all original work.  She dated Jim for 2 years prior.

Kelly Kancyr was next doing some originals and covers.  I knoe she finished her set with "Angel" by Sarah McLachlan.

I was next doing All Things Must Pass, Dry Your Eyes, San Francisco, Ripple, and Forever Young

Rick Landino and the Criminals did Ain\'t No sunshine and a kick ass version of Rocky Raccoon.  He was joined by Derf on keys and Schumacher on bongos.  The line-up also contained Mike Koperwhats, Kelly Kancyr, and Marty & the Fox (Roxanne) on percussion.

Alex Foglietta went on after and did a version of the Beatles "Oh Darling"

Schumacher was next.  41, Redemption Song, some originals, I joined him for Don\'t Mess Around with Jim, Me & Julio, and another original.

Paper Chaser took the stage (Rick Landino, Sean Miller, Mike Ferrara, and Bob Ferrara) and we did 4 original tunes from back in the day.

Murder Van topped the night with 4 blaring originals and finished the set with Dancing in The Moonlight by Thin **** Lizzy.  I joined them on guitar and vocals for that one.

All in all, Jim would have been proud.
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: dawgmusic on November 09, 2004, 07:03:31 pm
Solo Jedi: All Things Must Pass, a SER Neil Diamond tune, Forever Young


That Neil Diamond tune was Dry Your Eyes.  It can be found on The Last Waltz w/The Band.

I am very tired....
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 06:24:35 pm
shes still young steevie..she dosent know any better yet!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 09, 2004, 05:45:35 pm
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Originally posted by FreeSpirit
 
It was almost as SER as the Freakout...wish you\'d been there, Pete - maybe next year ;)


Nice reprise zing on The Hat, but last night cant be compared to the freakout......  Last night was special in it\'s own way.  And the music was truly inspired, but almost as SER as the Freakout???? COME ON now ;) !!!!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: FreeSpirit on November 09, 2004, 05:15:04 pm
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Originally posted by freddiewaht
oh yea,just another wednesday night!!hey freespirit,how you makin out you sexy thing????


Wow! Is it Wednesday again already?  TGIW :)  

I had a BLAST @ the gig last night... Freezing my ASS off in my new pseudo-rabbit attire, meeting molly, and losing my laundry $$ to Roger made it a night that will not be soon forgotten.  
And the music was indeed phan-tastic.  Seanaldo plays a SER Forever Young, and Shroommacher did a great job on Redemption Song.  
It was almost as SER as the Freakout...wish you\'d been there, Pete - maybe next year ;)
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 03:52:21 pm
35 if I\'m not mistaken. Just a young pup


especially compared to you.dirty old man@!!!@@@@!!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: skalnbyc on November 09, 2004, 03:49:35 pm
That sounds right from what I remember.  I did an online search for an obituary but could only find people from the early 20th century named Jim/James Mcdonald.
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Todd on November 09, 2004, 03:47:11 pm
35 if I\'m not mistaken. Just a young pup ;)
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: skalnbyc on November 09, 2004, 03:43:01 pm
How old was Jim?
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 09, 2004, 02:54:27 pm
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Originally posted by freddiewaht
at cafe9 for pencildick he was definately pete the hat...im not recallin a specific jacket from last night but oh well..


it was a black leather sports coat....SER Gangsta Wop
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 02:41:19 pm
at cafe9 for pencildick he was definately pete the hat...im not recallin a specific jacket from last night but oh well..
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 09, 2004, 02:22:14 pm
last night....Pete the Jacket
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 02:19:01 pm
what about \'"just pete"?or pete the hat...
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 02:18:40 pm
what about \'"just pete"?
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Todd on November 09, 2004, 02:06:24 pm
Pete the fan no more is his name :lol:
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 09, 2004, 01:52:35 pm
nothing wrong with a little coup d\'etat......
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 01:43:08 pm
oh ****..this means trouble!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 09, 2004, 01:36:00 pm
Best line of the night.....

Introducing Robyn to Pete The Fan

PtF: I missed the freakout this year
Me: No ****!
Robyn: You missed the freakout?  What kind of fan are you?

HIGH-larious!!!

Make way for the new fan.....

Gero The Fan!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 12:48:45 pm
oh yea,just another wednesday night!!hey freespirit,how you makin out you sexy thing????
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Todd on November 09, 2004, 12:39:25 pm
fun time last night having a wednesday on a monday!!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 09, 2004, 12:31:32 pm
just the kind of behavior youd want to see at a benefit for a friend right??
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 09, 2004, 11:47:15 am
Conga Jim Show Recap:

Jedi all up in your face last night.  there were a bunch of musicians playing originals and covers.  The bittersweet night of music was well received and well attended.  There was a true vibe of love, compassion, and life in BAR last night.

Some memorable moments:

Solo Jedi: All Things Must Pass, a SER Neil Diamond tune, Forever Young

Scumacher and Friends: Ian on congas for a fantastic rendition of Rocky Raccoon

The last band to play was a heavy nirvana-esque trio who were raging loud.  so loud that when Ian went up to them during a tune to tell them to turn it down, the drummer, threw his drumsticks up in disgust, got off his stool, and flipped off the entire place.  It was an emotion packed ending to a very emotional evening.....
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 08, 2004, 02:37:44 pm
**** NEGRO.......WHATS ALL YOU HAD TO SAY!!!!!!!!!!!!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 08, 2004, 02:35:47 pm
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Originally posted by freddiewaht
i also hate when people,especially friends of mine,go to richters without me...whether or not im able to go is irrevelant....


I was waiting for that :(  sorry wah....

I got a couple of halfies for you tonight....on me
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 08, 2004, 02:32:08 pm
i also hate when people,especially friends of mine,go to richters without me...whether or not im able to go is irrevelant....
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 08, 2004, 02:31:34 pm
that was so nice of her to stick you out like that.she must definately think me and you are an item....
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 08, 2004, 02:20:17 pm
I dont know if the Grip works on Mondays....

She was there when Seanie, Robyn, and Erica went there on Friday after BAR.  When I walked in with Robyn and Erica, she was like, "oh my, you are with girls tonight"......
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Todd on November 08, 2004, 02:17:14 pm
mmmmmmmm, Gripper :drool:

With any luck, I will be there by 7.
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 08, 2004, 12:10:03 pm
oh man..looks like another wednesday night in the making right here!!!!hope the gripper walks me over my first 1/2er!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: FreeSpirit on November 08, 2004, 02:01:44 am
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Originally posted by Stephengencs
Richters>Bar.....

6:45 SHARP for all those interested.....



:rimshot: I\'m looking forward to it!  I\'ll see u there
beer :awwyeah: beer
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: Stephengencs on November 07, 2004, 08:26:53 pm
Richters>Bar.....

6:45 SHARP for all those interested.....
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: FrankZappa on November 07, 2004, 04:29:51 am
I was in class with rick and all those guys back in college when rick started the open mic. was one of the regulars untill my work shift changed. Might have to sit in again sometime...
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: dawgmusic on November 06, 2004, 11:41:54 am
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Originally posted by FrankZappa
OH my god!!!!

Jim was a great person! I used to play with him at rick landino\'s open mic all the time! I havent seen any of those guys in over two years. Definetly will be there!

Jim played congo with the band at one of the butterfield shows.


I helped run that open mic w/Rick at 50 Fitch Street Pub.  That was where Jim made his name so-to-speak...
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: FrankZappa on November 06, 2004, 05:14:14 am
OH my god!!!!

Jim was a great person! I used to play with him at rick landino\'s open mic all the time! I havent seen any of those guys in over two years. Definetly will be there!

Jim played congo with the band at one of the butterfield shows.
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: freddiewaht on November 05, 2004, 12:15:36 pm
he was never a part of th eband but i certainly do recall him playing with the band on several occasions...ill see ya there jedi!
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: skalnbyc on November 05, 2004, 12:06:25 pm
He played with the breakfast the first couple times I saw the band in 1999 so I thought he was part of the band for a month or two.  I remember him as being a very friendly and energetic guy.
Title: Memorial Show for Jim McDonald
Post by: dawgmusic on November 05, 2004, 02:28:23 am
I wanted to send out an invitation to anyone and everyone to attend the Memorial Show for Jim McDonald, who passed away suddenly on Halloween.  Some of you knew him, and some didn\'t.  But he was a conga player who frequently jammed with several local musicians, including Tim and myself.

The event is being held Monday, November 8th at BAR; 254 Crown Street, New Haven at 8 pm.  It will be held in the back room, there is NO cover charge to get in.  The evening will feature the following musicians:

Rick Landino
Kelly Kancyr & her Band
Jim Harper
Sean Miller
Brother Diggs
Ian Schumacher
Beth Patella
Fred Di Leone
Murder Van

It should prove to be celebration of a man who brought a smile to the face of everyone he knew.   He was a friend to me, and he always made me laugh.  I encourage all to come by.  

Peace