Las Vegas Jam Band Society

LVJBS Members’ Meeting Minutes—APRIL 6, 2010

President’s Report (Greg):
“Alright, it’s 7:34 & we’ll get this thing started!”
Not much for the President’s report. A recent how-to email was sent to the Yahoo! Group in regards to how the bands are booked for those who aren’t aware. Questions? Please ask or read the sent email.
We have our local boys: MOKSHA, having their CD release party on Friday, April 9th @ the House of Blues. This event is $12. KID MEETS COUGAR (keyboard & guitar duo) opens. Show starts promptly @ 9pm, so don’t be late! JRoland is now in charge of making sure the QUARTERLY KREWES are taking charge of ‘their’ events. (For those who are new, we have created 4 quarterly events that are lead by a small group of members. They choose the band, finds the venue, date, volunteers, etc. The purpose: Four ‘free’ -for-members’ shows, a time for others to be involved in the booking process, & an opportunity to bring “your” chosen band for others to hear/see.)
Vice President’s Report (Roland):
There are still 10 year-anniversary T-shirts available. See Keith or an Officer for further assistance. They’ll make “great early Xmas gifts, birthday gifts, & even 4th of July gifts!”
Treasurer’s Report (Dan):
We finally received checks from the Hard Rock Café for our JGB and moe. shows.
We have decided to help the E-String co-purchase a new Sound System. (There was one at the E-String, but it has recently been removed by its owner). Pete, owner of E-String will pay $2,250 for their share & the LVJBS will pay about $2,000. We will share the PA with them. The LVJBS will have no charge to rent it. On the dates that the E-String hosts their own events, they will share the proceeds with the LVJBS. If, by chance, the LVJBS or The E-String decides to ‘buy it out’, they can. The PA’s first use will be Saturday (@ the MoonALice event). (**This agreement will be created in a legal document, so there is no confusion**)
PAY YOUR DUES!!! JSecretary’s Report (Jessica):
FYI: A letter was written to the Hard Rock Hotel’s Management, after the Wasted Space’s Galactic show, in regards to the rude, unprofessional treatment shown to MANY of its customers, during the ticket/price confusion (along with MANY other events hosted there). A reply was later sent by the Executive Assistant, thanking me for the information & a promise to change the attitudes was also stated.
Mayor (Stella):
Color of the month: Periwinkle (she states as fingers are pointed!)
Archive Committee (RJ):
“All secure, like a fine cigar!”
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**FYI--Event: We will be helping promote the BOX-CAR BANDITS show at the Sand Dollar Lounge (Spring Mtn. & Polaris). They will play 2 sets, since the RUFFNECKS have cancelled. Stella is working the door. 7:30PM-2:00AM

PRODUCTION REPORT (Greg):
Upcoming LVJBS events: CONFIRMED============ ========= ========= =
Boxcar Bandits - Wed. 4.7 @ the Sand Dollar (early show - 8pm) $5Moksha - Friday 4.9 @ the House of Blues w/ guests Kid Meets Cougar-- $12
Moonalice - Saturday 4.10 @ The E-String - 10 pm-- $10
Hi8us w/ Al Howard - Friday 5.7 @ the E-String - 10 pm--$5?

Potential upcoming LVJBS shows:
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The Maykers (JGB cover-band) w/ David Kemper & Cubensis to open. Group decided a 2-night run (April 23 & 24) if the bands will agree on a “Split” door deal.
The MacPodz / Asked for the weekend of 5.15. Haven’t heard a response yet….
Bonerama / We will ask for Friday, May 14th & check price.
Lubriphonic / Sun - Wed - May 30th - June 2nd (Group decided to refer them to the Sand Dollar since we have lost $ the last times they played here).
The Bus Stop Stallions—Wed., June 23rd if a split door-deal.
The Dynamites feat. Charles Walker--want to play Sun. June 20th. Group decided to ask for the price & a change of date. (A funky-James Brown-like band)

Oakhurst –Interested in Thurs.6.24 (A CO-based Bluegrass band). Group decided to refer them to the Sand Dollar.

The Henhouse Prowlers & The Fareed Haque & F.E.E shows were VOTED a "NO" for now.

Rebirth Brass Band –Interested in Wed. – Sun., Aug 11 – 15. Greg to inquire about Friday or Saturday, Aug. 13 or 14th & the price.

Emmitt - Nershi Band (Drew from WSP & Bill from SCI)—Interested in Sept. 29 –through Oct. 6th. Greg to find out the price and a good date.
Olospo w/ DJ Logic & Sustainable Waves (Greg was contacted by the Xingolati folks who are looking to make a memorial-type event for one of their friends) It is unknown if Ana-Sia (Bassnectar) & possibly Michael Kang (SCI) will be on the bill, as well. We will either help promote w/ some website help & venue search OR we can make it an LVJBS presents show. They wanted to play the weekend of High Sierra, but we recommended they wait, since most of the local, music lovers will be gone. (Greg will check the specifics, request a late July date & we will discuss it further at May’s LVJBS’ meeting.)

OPEN FLOOR:
--Volunteers needed for the MOONALICE SHOW….People signed-up! Thanks! J--Jimmy spoke highly of Hank Williams III
--Patrice spent many years writing ‘grants’ and working with proposals. She has offered her knowledge & help to the LVJBS in writing a future ‘grant’ since we are non-profit & there is usually State & Federal monies available for use. This will also allow us to use Government buildings, etc. for future use! Thanks, Patrice! J--Quarterly Krewes sign-up (If you’d like to add your name to one of the Krewes, let one of them know!) 2nd Quarter (Summer): “Sweaty-Hot Krewe” (Skip, Frobi, Jessica), 3rd Quarter (Fall): “Roland’s Krewe” (Roland, Stella, Kathy) & the 4th Quarter (Winter): “Funk Krewe” (RJ, Stacey, Ian, Patrice)
--MOKSHA (pre-party) @ Hussong’s Cantina in Mandalay Place (next to the Burger Bar). Show your ticket, beginning at 5:30PM, for ladies to have their 1st margarita FREE & for guys to have their first tequila shooter FREE. **Don’t be late to Moksha, though! (show begins PROMPTLY!)
--AYALA may play, Thursday, May 6th @ Diablo’s Cantina (across from the new HRC) More info to follow!
--Please USE YOUR HEAD when posting messages to the Yahoo! Group. There are MANY people who read the messages. Be kind J
--Greg received email from RELIX MAGAZINE asking about reserving some AD-space on their upcoming Festival Guide (viewed by many!). Moksha will have an ad in that issue, as well. The group asked to inquire about a price & a possible discount since we are non-profit.
--THE BOUNDERS’ final show….It has been decided that the BOUNDERS need a proper goodbye-gig. Greg spoke with the HRC and reserved Friday, June 4th (& possibly Sat., the 5th for a 2-night tour with the MOANIN’ BLACKSNAKES opening. More info to come! J Woo-Hoo!!