That first concert was Kiss at the Springfield Civic Center. Looking at the concert databases on line, I would guess it was Jan. 27, 1978. It was a fun concert but it also spoiled Gene Simmons' act for me. I sat next to the stage - like right beside it - and they didn't block my view of Simmons' staging area. I saw him stuff the fake blood packets into his cheeks before his did his "spit blood all over" act and I saw him get a mouthful of alcohol in his mouth before his spit flames. Seeing his prep work made it so hokey. It was more like a play than a concert.

I decided to get me the Roy Brooks. I just love that record. Only had the 32 jazz cd version with the ugly art work.    Just picked it up from my local record store. For now I could say the cover is done very, very nicely. Curious to hear how it sounds. I’m not really fond of how most Muse records sound, especially the bass sounds pretty strange on some of them. Will spin it tomorrow and check back in for those interested or on the fence to pick one up as well

Amazing stuff. Herbie Nichols 🥰

In that case, I'm going to fly you standby along with me for a bit to see what shakes out.  You WILL have a 2026 BFT, that much I will guarantee.  And thanks for bailing me out this year.  

Too bad. I was/am a bit young to be part of the KISS Army but from certain perspectives their thing was/is undeniable.