Nomad Planets 10/20/12

The Nomad Planets were playing at Finnegans this night.  I had never been there, however my experience listening to and watching the Nomad Planets at Hammond's Beatles Fest 2012, brought me out to here these guys again.  Very cool . . . darn glad I went.

These guys play good music, and like the serious musicians I know, always want to do a good job and give proper credit to the covers they play.  And like most musicians I know, most of their music is there own written word.

Here are the band members:

Mark Mybeck - Lead Vocal / Guitar

Phil Rapchak - Bass / Backup Vocal

John Carpenter - Guitar / Backup Vocal

Drew Enselman - Drums

Here are the photos from this evening at Finnegans . . . and yes, difficulty with lighting again. One of these days I will learn, like I was taught by Rick Friedman, to setup my flash and use it.

When I do my blog, I would like to think that in the back of my mind, I am telling you a story with the series of photos that I choose to put up.  Sometimes, there are just distractions to get you out of thought, then to pull you back in, like the photos of the glass I kept taking throughout the night.

Sometimes the images are a bit dark.  I could go and correct, however, my strive is to learn from it, and do it right the next time.  So these nest two photos may be a bit dark compared to the others.

Okay, the next photo is not the typical one I would post, however, I am a hippie at heart . . .  psychedelic man . . .

As a kid, I had wanted to play the drums.  I took lessons, but never had anything but a pad to practice on.  When your dreams are being a rock star, a practice pad just does not cut it.  So I stopped.  Wished now I had not.  Though, if I had kept playing, I do picture myself in these next few photos . . .

The Nomad Planets, the artists behind the Nomad Planets, the music behind the the artists behind the Nomad Planets, are down to earth guys with a vision of song.  They have their groove, and it is great to listen to.

More people need to get out of their house, away from their perceived focused lives, and expand their awareness of the talent in NW Indiana. We need to become one in the region. We all need to be pulling in the same, or close to the same, direction and make a difference in life. For whatever, reason, this is what I am taking back from the Nomad Planets. Whether they intended this or not.

Thanks guys!!!!  Keep on Truck'n . . . peace . . .

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And if you care to, check these guys out at the City of Hammond's 2012 Beatles Fest.

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Ross Hubbell 4/18/12

Ross Hubbell had walked into Paul Henry's Art Gallery last Thursday night with a large guitar case. I did not have the chance to personally meet Ross nor see, let alone hear, what was in the case.  I had to leave early (was not feeling well). It was a joy to see that Ross made the time to look me up on FaceBook and to invite me to a small gig he had at Svago Ristorante in Dyer, IN.

It was the first time I have been to Svago Ristorante, and will not be my last, because it was a delight. Great atmosphere, exquisite food, friendly service, and now I know, a feature music performance on Wednesday evenings. Now that I wrote that, I am looking at their website. So lets try writing it their way, "Svago Ristorante offers an exquisite dining experience with a homey atmosphere where friends and family gather!". I needed to write that because I actually chose the word "exquisite" before I read their website.

I called ahead to obtain permission to photograph Ross that evening. I was given to Master Chef Tony (photo below with Ross and Ross' son), who was very polite and accommodating. Tony really enjoys his service to the community. I could tell by the phone conversation, seeing him walk his restaurant checking quality, how willing he was to engage with you, at your choice, on how he prepared your dish. The restaurant itself is very inviting.

The food was superb!  I had the evenings special, a chicken dish that from what I understand, Tony had been cooking for many years.  Looking at the Online menu, I do not see it, so I can only conclude that Tony brings it out once and a while to delight our spirit.  It was the best!  My son had the Homemade Lasagna, Sicilian Style, and enjoyed it very much as well.  What appeared to be a proper sized portion, was tastily enjoyed, bringing you to your knees wanting more.

Though this blog entry is about the overall experience of NW Indiana, I have to thank, and now appreciation to his musical talent, Ross for inviting me to his gig and for his wonderful artistry that was very well suited for the evening.

Ross and his son played through dinner.  The music was perfect for the venue, for dining, and the combo of him with his son fit perfectly into the setting.  Here are some photos . . . (click on the photo to enlarge, and click again to index through).

Ross and his son were enjoyable.  I do recommend that you connect with Ross, perhaps on FaceBook, to see where he will be playing next.  

For the restaurant . . .

Svao Ristorante

1103 Joliet St.

Dyer, IN  46311

BuonAppetito@SvagoRistorante.com

SvagoRistorante.com

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