1 March 11 by Ikes.

I want to introduce Hilton Country.

We’ve been “in the basement” for over a year putting this together and it’s still a little rough around the edges. When we’re all done polishing, it will STILL be rough around the edges because that’s just the kind of music it is.

This band takes me back, personally, to three years of playing bass for the house band at the Chief Petty Officer’s Club, Naples, Italy. It takes me back to those nights where we’d tear down and load out after a show on Italy’s West coast to drive all night and play the next three nights on the East coast, then drive back.

It takes me back to those nights playing in and around Mobile, Alabama .. some high-end clubs and some where the line was “If you ain’t got a gun when you walk in, they’ll get you one”.

(Hint: If the place doesn’t have at least two doors, pass on the gig.)

I learned a lot, did a lot, and saw a lot in bands. I stayed in some pretty nice hotels and drank in some pretty nice bars. I can also attest to the truths in Hunter S. Thompson’s statement about the music business and a plastic hallway.

If I had it to do all over, I’d do a couple things different, but I’d still do ‘em.

I bring what I can to Hilton Country, and I’m just one of four. It’s a good band.

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28 February 11 by Ikes.

Last Saturday night was the second performance in Perspective 2’s new music series “Live at P2 ..” and it was HOT! Mike Eyia and RITMO played to a full house and reinforced thier standing as Michigan’s premier Latin Jazz Band once again. Angela had the crowd dancing with Salsa lessons while the video crew of Marcus and Melissa Sigh caught it all! Lochabar Sound provided Front of House and Live Recording services. Lynne Brown and Ann Hill of P2 are doing a great job with this series. Keep an eye on this place!

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22 February 11 by Ikes.

Lochabar Sound recently completed a system install at Perspective 2 in Old Town, Lansing MI. The main room, which was live to begin with, now features K12 for mains (flown) and monitors. Next, we’ll provide Front of House and Live Recording for RITMO’s show on February 26th.

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7 February 11 by Ikes.

We just learned that Tim Little is hospitalized with some cardiac issues and, because testing will take some time to complete,  will not attend the upcoming Feb 14 “Picking Parlor” session at VFW post 6132. Tim asked that I convey his disappointment at not being able to contribute this month.

I know we all wish Tim and Roberta the best and hope for a speedy recovery.

Tim was fairly adamant about the Picking Parlor taking place regardless of his status, in light of which we here at Lochabar intend to go “on with the show”. I’d like to report back to Tim that, while he was certainly missed, we did manage to hold down the fort.

We look forward to seeing you all of you there, both familiar faces and new.

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5 February 11 by Ikes.

Lochabar Sound has been selected to install a new PA system at Perspective 2, an urban cool creative venue for special events in the heart of Lansing, Michigan’s “Old Town”.

Perspective2 is developing a great line up of live music shows that include: Jazz, World Music, Blues and more. To facilitate this, owners Lynne Brown and Ann Hill were very specific in their system criteria. They wanted a modular, scalable, small-footprint system adressing current needs while providing for reasonable, economical, upgrades at later dates.

To meet this criteria, within budget, Lochabar Sound will install a system including QSC K12’s for mains and monitors, a Presonus 16.4.2 digital mixer, and microphones by Shure, Audix, and Rode. Additionally, Lochabar Sound will handle all cable runs, suspend the main speakers, and construct a wheeled cabinet to house the mixer and any outboard gear.

Installation is scheduled for February, 2011.

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18 November 10 by Ikes.

Country with a touch of Blues and some Southern Rock.

The Classic Pub is located at 16219 North US 27   (tel: 517-484-4808)

 - Wieland Road, just South of E State Road, Lansing MI -

No Cover!

 Show starts @ 9PM.

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11 November 10 by Ikes.

Lochabar Sound was priveledged to participate in 2 seperate Veterans Day presentations this year. The company provided sound equipment and a mix engineer at each event. The 1st was held at the Grand Rapids Veterans Home, Grand Rapids MI. Lochabar was there at the request of Aaron Gillies, a senior in the ROTC program at Michigan State University. The 2nd was held at the Volunteers of America (VOA) facility in Lansing MI. Lochabar was there at the request of Joe Wright of the Fall Creek Band. As a small business owner, a private citizen, and a veteran, I am thankful that I had something worthwhile to contribute to these events.

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23 October 10 by Ikes.

Lochabar Sound will be recording the 2010 - 2011 Band of Bandz contest, benefiting the Lance Armstrong Foundation. First note is hit Nov 11th with shows scheduled at Uli’s Haus of Rock, Oade’s Hidden Camel, and Level II.

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15 June 10 by Ikes.

Fade To Black is recording LIVE on Thursday, Jun 17, at Mac’s Illustrious Bar, 2700 East Michigan Avenue, Lansing MI. Back after a 19 year hiatus, the band has been busy rehearsing, writing new songs, playing live gigs, and releasing a new album, “Black Is Back”. Come out and make some noise to get on Black’s next tracks!

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13 November 09 by Ikes.

We’re recording Alco live on Friday, Nov 20th, at the Small Planet, 16800 Chandler Rd, East Lansing, MI. Come out and support!

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