Nomad Planets LIVE 5/16/15

Photos from Nomad Planets, playing at the Grindhouse Cafe in Griffith, IN. Without the drums, they fit in just fine. Not to take away from having a percussion session, just that space was limited.

Nomad Planets did a great job in this small venue. For whatever reason, I thought it very cozy, up front and personal, inviting. It felt like the Nomad Planets were on top of their music game. After the first song they had things adjusted for the size of the room. What was a bit funny was watching them close a song without a drummer. I have written it before, and will write it now once again, the song does not end until the drummer makes it so.

Here are a few photos. I did a terrible job at it this time. So do not let that take you away from you seeing Nomad Planets when you get the chance!

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Check out the Nomad Planets. They are one of the best, nice guys, you will ever have the pleasure of listening to and knowing.

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Go visit the Grindhouse Cafe. You will not be happy you did. A great place to kick back, have a bite to eat and something to drink, and socialize.

Grindhouse Cafe

146 N. Broad St.

Griffith, IN 46319

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Franz Nicolay at Grindhouse Cafe

I first saw Franz Nicolay a year ago at the Grindhouse Cafe in Griffith. I went there to listen to Lou Shields who opened. I had to leave before Franz played, because of another commitment. I felt sad at that time. Tonight I realize why. I missed a great artist that night. Tonight made up for it.

The Grindhouse is a great place to chill out. I have been there a couple times. I want to go more, however, my busy life (by choice) does not allow. When I do go I have a sandwich and a cup of tea. The environment is soothing, like the sandwich and cup of tea. If one could just live there, I think one would.

This blog entry is to encourage you to check out the Grindhouse Cafe. It is also to introduce you to Franz Nicolay, through some photos I took, and through the writing of my experience.

When you look at Franz, you see someone special. At least I do. He displays great character. He does not stand out, rather stands in with the audience. Like your own private show in your living room. He has a gift. This gift is to share stories, both in chat with the audience, and through his music. His music, his music . . . hmmm . . . is very friendly and skillful. His tools, besides himself and his voice, are the guitar, banjo, and the accordion.

I want to write more about Franz.  I cannot.  I have not sat and talked with him.  So, until I can, go to his website and enjoy Franz.

Lets just get to some photos. Opening for Franz was Davey Wasted & Chris Furnace . . .

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Grindhouse Cafe

146 N. Broad St.

Griffith, IN 46319

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