Quartertons in Memphis Update

Here is the next chapter in the IBC story from Nathan.  

 

Hey Everyone,

       Thanks for all your emails of support.  Good to know we have people behind us at home.

       The last night of the semi-finals was last night and I am sorry to say that we have joined the ranks of Boise contestants that were eliminated and aren’t going to the finals.  Out of 100 bands playing only 10 make it to the finals so we always knew it would be a long shot but we gave it our best and played our best 2 nights in a row.  I really believe we held our own with all the bands in our bar and made an impact on people down here and from around the world who laughed when we told them we were from Boise.

  J.P. Soars and the Red Hots will be moving on to the finals from our bar.

                 www.myspace.com/jpsoars

       Awesome band but I think there was a big element of shock in the club when this band was announced as the winner.  All the bands were for the most part like us  It was all heavy sounding trios playing modern blues music…..every band….  J.P. Soars made a big impression in the appearance category by all wearing red sport coats.  He also was the only guitar player playing a hollow body guitar  and this combination I think was very attractive to the Judges.  He played a two string guitar that his brother made out of a cigar box as well.  This was his bands  second consecutive trip to this competition so I am glad they are going to the finals.  Last year they didn’t but this year they did so good luck to him and I guess it shows perseverance pays off.

  The QUARTERTONS were more than happy with our own performances and received a lot of praise from the Judges, Event Coordinator, and tons of people stopping us as we walked down the street to tell us how much they loved our sound.  It was a great experience and we have done a lot of networking so far.  I am sure this will get us a lot of out of town exposure and also be a new way to bring some new bands through Boise.

       On a personal note, I have learned more from this trip than anything.  I have learned that the QUARTERTONS was a good idea and that we are on the right path.  However all the bands we competed against all came from preliminaries where they had to compete against 6, 8, or dozens of bands to even be here.  There were two in Boise.  All the bands we competed against just play blues and their own sound where they are from and where they tour.  Unfortunately in Boise, there is not one blues club left. This has left the QUARTERTONS having to mix in blues with a rock and cover set just to be able to play it and keep gigs.  Personally I don’t think I want to do that anymore.

       I think to do anything right you have to be all in or not at all.  This is why I want to do with the QUARTERTONS what I wanted to do from the beginning and bring it back to being all blues and originals.  If this means I lose every gig I have in town, I’ll play out of town but at least I will know that I am putting all my efforts towards one thing and bringing the music quality to where it should be.  I just hope that we can work with anybody playing blues in town and do shows together and help promote each other.  This is the only way we are going to get any blues shows going in town.  So lets reach out to each other and stay in contact. …….see what happens.

                        Anyway,  thanks for getting us down here and  we will make the most of the networking done down here.  Thanks to the Boise Blues Society for getting behind us this year and for all of their help.  And thanks to Eric Holm from the Blues Society who is down here helping us handing out cards and cd’s and just bein an all around good guy!!   Oh yeah and for buyin a pretty lady breakfast!  We are all off to watch the finals!!!!!

Thanks for all the support and we will see you soon!

                 Nathan Jay

EDITORS NOTE : J.P. Soars and the Red Hots WON the competion.

Typewriter?

Need an old glass keyed typewriter for a photo shoot. Would like to find one cheep. Doesn't have to work, just look OK. Thanks

Quartertons in Memphis

This just in from Nathan and Quartertons. The BBS entry to the International Blues Competion! Hey everyone,

  We played yesterday and did very well I thought!  I liked all the bands but wasnt too worried until I heard the Avey Brothers Band.  I must be honest they were GREAT!  We are in a club with all trios and bands like ours.  Pretty stiff competition.  The sound is a joke but we made it work.  Only one mic setup so no backup vocals.  No kick mic or bass or guitar mic.  Were kinda used to that though.  I'll keep you posted on tonights events and let you know if we make it to the Finals.

Nathan

Thanks for all the support and we will see you soon!

                 Nathan Jay

www.myspace.com/quartertons

The Metal Series at Hyde Park-

  The Gallery at Hyde Park will be presenting my “Metal Series” the months of February and March. As a photographer I have always been fascinated with pushing the limits of presenting work. 

The Metal Series comes from the simple idea. “Wonder if I can print on Metal?”

 

It took months and a lot of weird chemicals, sand papers, and determination but the answer is yes. 

 

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There will be an artist reception at the Gallery-1513 13th, Boise, ID  this Friday from 6:30 till 8:30. I hope you will be amazed at the images.

Follies-overheard wisdom

"It's time to leave when the white guys start to dance."

You never lived untill you have seen middle aged aged women LINE dancing to a well played version of Prince's P^$$y Control. Especially if it is at Foresters in McCall on a cold Saturday night.

Thanks Miss Liss for the adventure.

Photo Bonus-Violins

9739fiddlestpzweb Took this last night at Telford and Sons. My wonderful niece Jessie was giving a recital.

Might have to try this one on copper!

 

And here is a version in an older more manipulated style. Whatta think, got a preference?

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Broken Baker Bash-Good Cause, Good Music

Location:
The Linen Building 1402 W. Grove Street Boise, ID 83702 US  View Map
When: Friday, January 23, 7:00PM    
Phone: 208.343.2868
You're invited to a fantastic celebration of life! Jeff Barker, a dear friend, gifted designer and all-around great guy, was involved in a near-fatal motorcycle accident on October 2, 2008. Please join Wirestone and friends as we toast Jeff's new lease on life with a great night of music, a silent auction and tons of fun. 

Get your tickets for just $10 For tickets, call Wirestone at 208.343.2868. Ask for Brie Buy them online at http://brokenbarker.blogspot.com/  Tickets will be available at the door

Music starting at 8PM, featuring: * Bill Coffey & Ned Evett * Travis Ward & Hillfolk Noir * Soft Gong * DJs from the Vinyl Preservation Society

All proceeds from the Broken Barker Bash and the Silent Auction will help pay for Jeff's medical and recovery expenses.

Art 4 Art call for artists

art4art-04981 Regular readers know all about Art 4 Art, the artist co-op gallery in Vista Village. Since it was so successful the artist envolved have decided to turn it into a full time endevour. 

So! for a very limited time we are looking for some new like minded folks to join us. We are going to reopen in a couple of weeks and have limited space available. 

Know anyone who might want to join us?

Send an email with info asked for below to artforartidaho@gmail.com (or in a comment here):

 

Hi Artist, due to the success of our Holiday market, we are going to continue Art 4 Art as a permanent co-operative  dedicated to high quality local art. We are located in at 1002 Vista in the Vista Village shopping center in Boise. As a group we are working to provide a space to show good work, support the art community, make some money and have some fun along the way. We are looking for professionals who will contribute a financial and time commitment to their art and the store. All work will be juried by existing Art 4 Art artists.

If that sounds like something you would like to be a part of, shoot us an artist statement , plus a description, pricing, and pictures of your work and, if possible, a link so we could look at it.
TO:art4artidaho.com

Tablerock-Nelson Bros?

Can't  seem to confirm the rumor the Mike Fitzgerald has sold the Tablerock Brewery to The Nelson Brothers of construction fame. They did the remodel so there is a connection and their have been a lot of bar stool speculation about the restaurants fate of late.

Quartertons to Memphis

 

Hi All, been hearing a lot lately that there is no Blues around. The main reason is that NO ONE SHOWS UP at blues shows. If I don't see you at this show I will ignore all  further complaints!!!
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Three Blues ActS.
Hard Core straight Blues from Neighbor Dave Green
More traditonal Blues from Lori B!
And of course the powerful eletrified trio that is this years BBS entry to the Internatioanl Blue Contest in Memphis-The Quartertons.
The musicains will show up-will the rest of you?
Oh, and don't try the normal lame excuses either:
This one is No smoking
This one is Family Freindly!
This one is not late at night!
Here is the info From

Nathan Jay Moody
   

Hey everyone,  

   For those of you who know and those of you who don't,  The QUARTERTONS were selected this year by the Boise Blues Society (www.boiseblues.org) to represent Boise and all of Idaho at the International Blues Competition. (www.blues.org/ibc) This is the biggest blues competition in the world and it is held each year in Memphis TN.  We will be leaving Feb 3rd to represent all of you!!

   It cost a bit of $ to get a band down to Memphis so we along with the BBS are holding a Fundraiser and asking for your support by way of coming out to an awesome Sunday event.

   This Sunday Jan 18th 12:00 - 4:00 P.M. we will be putting this event on at the Bulls Head Bistro on Eagle and Fairview.  Southwest corner between Red Robin and Wendy's.  It is an ALL AGES Event and everyone is welcome.

   Live music performances by Boise's own:

             Neighbor Dave

                Lori B! and the Blue Diamonds

                   & The QUARTERTONS

  along with many special guests.

We will be holding a silent auction and some great raffle prizes.  Plus there will be a great menu for lunch at the Bulls Head and a full bar with I.D.

    $10.00 per adult   $5.00 per child.   (special discounts for large families)

   If you would like to donate something to be auctioned, please let me know and bring it with you.  Also if you cant make it to the Fundraiser but would still like to donate, you can do so two ways:

         go to boiseblues.org and find the link or

         go to paypal.com and send $ to nathanjay@fiberpipe.net

Please pass this email along to any of your friends that may want to come and as always thanks for the support!!  Email me back with any questions.

nathanjay@fiberpipe.net

                               Nathan

www.myspace.com/quartertons

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Pinto Bennett-For Immediate Release

 

pinto-bennettWhat:

Idaho Legend Pinto Bennett Showcase performance

Who

 Songwriteing legend – Pinto Bennett his Band

And Special Guest Mary Cutrufello

When: ­­­

Friday & Saturday January 16th & 17th 7pm-10pm

Where:

VISUAL ARTS COLLECTIVE – 3638 Osage st. Garden City, Idaho

Note:

Tickets available online at www.ticketleap.com

Here is the link to copy into your browser

visual-arts-collective.ticketleap.com

(The first 200 tickets per night get a free CD with songs from Pinto’s upcoming CD ‘Experience’)

Tickets also at the door. Doors 7:00pm Show 8:00

 

21 and over only

For more info call steve at 870-7875

 

 

Visual arts collective 3638 Osage st. Garden City Idaho 208-424-8297 www.visualartscollective.com steve@uncommonrecords.com

Where is this?-update

 

I was waiting for the weather to clear before I took this! Decided not to wait till May.

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December 31st, 2008

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Tried to buy this post card. Any ideas where it was taken? I’m stumped. Maybe 8th street, looks like the old Hotel Boise sign way in the back.

4 Responses to “Where is this?”

  1. Tony Thomas Says:  January 1st, 2009 at 11:01 am eThat is 8th street looking north. The brick building on the right is the current public library.

    http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&geocode=&q=library+boise&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=52.505328,78.75&ie=UTF8&ll=43.610415,-116.208487&spn=0,359.961548&z=15&layer=c&cbll=43.610536,-116.208366&panoid=H2VNM8E7LFWOeykWjEJGLQ&cbp=12,38.90662446664478,,0,5

  2. Elissa Says:  January 1st, 2009 at 12:47 pm eThat is the library on the right. This is 8th looking toward 8th street market place. It where the turnaround is and the Anne Frank Memorial. I park here all the time.
  3. Skelly Says:  January 1st, 2009 at 4:57 pm eYou’re correct. On the right, that’s the building that became part of the new Boise public library. Go to the Anne Frank monument and compare this to today’s view.
  4. Rick O Says:  January 4th, 2009 at 3:55 pm eEveryone is right, of course. The Library gives it away. Additional details: - The two structures opposite 8th Street from the library (U.S. Plywood and the little free-standing house) are still there, but will not survive the eventual Library Blocks redevelopment. - The tallish broad structure a few blocks in the distance is the old Eastman Building, way before its abandonment and arson. - Sticking up behind it, the slender top of the Hoff.