No, it’s not the latest Japanese electronic game, or a soft drink from Russia - it’s the 20th annual alternative music festival held in Belgium. And the Hackensaw Boys (my cousin’s band) are playing in it.
Yes, a gratuitous plug for my cousin’s band in my blog. Shut up. You’d do it, too, if you’re sister/aunt/niece/friend’s half-brother was playing somewhere cool. And if they were good.
And the Boys are good, y’all…a straightforward, bluegrass, and old-time music band, that’s opened for the likes of Cake, Modest Mouse, and The Flaming Lips. They played Bonnarroo in 2004, and have been touring non-stop for the past six years.
So, if you happen to be backpacking across Europe, or feel the need for some really good chocolate with a side of great music, be sure to check ‘em out.
Or, just hang tight til they come to you. And they will…
Tell the guitar player that his Cousin in Charleston says hello.
To hear some good tunes, check this out: The Telluride Bluegrass Festival: 30 years The song is “Sweet Petunia”