I've had a few good weeks of seeing some good friends making Art.  Two weeks ago my brother Andy and I played a 40th birthday party for Octopus Books in Ottawa.  The Bidini Band was on the show with us.  It was life affirming to see Dave Bidini rock out the way he always has with the Rheostatics.  He has surrounded himself with exciting, convention bashing musicians who take the music higher at every turn.  Doug Frieson on Bass, Paul Linklater: guitar, and Don Kerr: Drums.  The Rheostatics will always be at the core of what has inspired the Ladies.  Seeing Bidini bring back the Punk with a brand new group gave me a huge boost, especially as we are heading into a new era.

By the way Tyler and I are rocking a short set at The Gladstone Hotel in Toronto 9PM tonight.  It's a benefit for Justice For Children And Youths.  They are a brave crew of Toronto lawyers who represent street youths when no one else will.  Hope to see you there tonight. jim

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