Mongo’s Corner

It’s no great surprise that this is one of my favorite local bands.  Keith miller on  vocals is fantastic, Chris Williams on lead guitar, Mike Mapes on Bass and Marty Harris on the drums make an awesome band to back him up.  They play a mix of classic rock and some cool originals.  When they play Zoe, you’ll find me off this computer and on the dance floor singing along and dancing myself senseless. One of their originals is “What’s going on” not to be confused by the 4 non blondes song.  It’s inspired by the school shootings in Oklahoma.  Kudo’s to the boys for this one.  It’s so rare anymore to hear a rock song with a positive message.  We need more like this one.. Keep up the great work.  They do have Cd’s and T-shirts available for sale.  Bring cash, you’ll want to take the CD home with you. And ladies, if you dont have a marker handy for an autograph, Keith will be happy to sign your chest.  Ahhhh.. here comes my song….   WOOOO HOOOOO

Other originals of note:

• I’m Coming Home
• Red Dress Voodoo
• Amnesia
• I believe
• Upside Down
• I’m supposed to be here

There’s one other thing about this band I should mention.  They are all just great guys. I don’t know what it is about musicians, but quite often we mix bands who seem intimidated by my presence and won’t give me the time of day. The Karma 10 boys are just the opposite.  It’s great to be taken seriously as a part of this business despite my being a woman.  Thanks guys. 

As a fashion note, Mike I gotta tell ya, I love the outfit. You look really sophisticated and grown up tonight.  Might I suggest some heels? 

Big George’s bar has to be one of the best places for local entertainment.  The food is incredible for bar food, you can’t find a better burger.  I recommend you do NOT order the double, you won’t be able to finish it.  The potato skins have about double the cheese from anywhere else I’ve ever ordered them.  There are no words to describe the staff.  Coming to Big George’s is like coming home where everyone can’t wait to see you.  For those of you in Columbus, trust me, it’s worth the drive. 

The boys ended their night with Neil Young’s “Rockin in the free world”. Move over Neil,  the boys rocked it out.  There isn’t a head not banging, or a voice not singing along.  I’d go dance but there is no more room on the dance floor. 

In closing.  I’d like to thank the band for the autographed sweatshirt they presented to Jimmy and I earlier in the evening.  I can’t tell you what it means to us.  And like I said, Jimmy will never get his hands on it..  HA HA
Sorry Jimmy.   Running sound for Karma 10 isn’t a job, it’s an honor and  a priviledge, not to mention one heck of a great time.  Looking forward to the next show.

Well  It’s time to go to work and Load Out.  Till next week where we will be doing Highway 70 here at Big Georges again… See you there.