Rocky Athas To The Rescue!

I spotted Rocky Athas and another couple of musicians coming out of the place, and heading next door. I had been waiting outside for an autograph or two because I figured the band would be filing in soon, and I had talked to a couple of roadies who assured me they would help me out. I chased the musicians down and they were more than happy to autograph my album and talk to me for awhile. I told them to play loud so that I could hear from outside because I was not old enough to get in. Rocky Athas then invited me into the restaurant part of the building to have dinner with them, on the band!

I couldn't believe it. It was just like what I had read about the band treating people like family -- that was how I felt. Perfectly at home. And the band didn't ignore me at all, as each one payed special attention to my questions and even went out of their way to make sure I had enough to eat. Jim Dandy was a gentleman above all else, and it's a night I will never forget.

When dinner was over and hands were shook, and autographs were signed, I wished the gang a good show and told them I would be outside. "Oh no you're not," Rocky Athas said. "You're going to sit on the side of the stage and enjoy the show." Which I did, immensely. The band even advised me not to drink because of my age, which I didn't, because I'd never drank and don't to this day, but their concern for a total stranger was a unique and refreshing experience.