Philadelphia-area fans of a certain South Jersey hubcap hepcat from the ’80s music scene may be interested in a show coming to the M Room (15 W. Girard Ave, Philadelphia) this Sunday night, March 7. The headliner goes by the name Benny and the Bums, but a source and usually lurking Townsman tells me this “Benny” is an old friend and beloved showman who left our orbit years ago for some rock a few spots over from the sun California grass. Why this show is shrouded in mystery I do not know, but for the safety of my friend – who is expecting to have a burlap bag placed over his head on Sunday evening before being driven to the 7-11 club in a Ford Rambler unmarked car – I will say no more. At Rock Town Hall we’re all about safety and accurate reporting! I plan on growing a beard being there in case this turns out to be the musician I’m told it is going to be.
I’ll only attend if the Head open, performing a 22-minute version of “The Hype,” wearing sequined capes — and the song MUST feature a digeridoo solo by the Velvet Foghorn.
“The Hype”! Man, you’ve reminded me of a thread idea I’ve thought about but fear I’d have to participate in to even have a chance of working. Let me think about this…
Make that “this Sunday, March 7”! Thanks to the Townswoman who pointed out my mistake.
Mod, got a time on that?
I haven’t heard yet, geo. I should be talking to Sethro tomorrow. I’ll try to let you know if I do find out.
Ben is scheduled to go on around 10:00 pm. Hope to see you there, geo (and others).
Last night’s show was a lot of fun. I hadn’t seen Ben Vaughn in years, and it was cool to see him and his bandmates simply having fun after all these years. Of course Ben’s strong guitar playing and leadership haven’t missed a beat. He did an especially great job of keeping that drummer of his in check:)
Mr. Mod – the BV gig was fantastic, so much fun. Great to see Ben again, as well as Gus (Gus!!!), Mike, Seth, and CC. Really good stuff. A lot of good hubcap work as well. Also nice to finally meet Mr. Mod. 😉