This morning I decided to watch an old “Castoffs” tape that I had packed away.
Talk about a flashback!
I think the video was from our first concert at the Ranch Bowl (RIP), and it was my 16th birthday (ps my facts might be a little off..). Anywho – it was hilarious to see us playing those old songs in front of our 4 fans (props to Derek, Betsy, Justin, and Alex for the mosh pitting – ha).
Seeing this, though, made me smile – I remember all of the times that were had, playing gigs on the weekends (or on the weekdays after begging our parents’ permission), recording in basements with whatever microphones we could find, and having “band meals.” I also remember the friends we had that frequented our shows, giving support and cheering us on. One thing I will always keep nestled in the back of my mind: it is illegal to body surf at Rebels. Don’t forget that.
Anyways – I appreciate those kinds of memories, and it’s nice to take a trip back every once in a while. I’ll have to transfer that VHS to DVD (somehow) and somehow upload some of it to the net.
Interesting stuff!
Hey Kam,
Nice WP. Just thought I would stop by say hi.