March 2020 News & Events
Reverie of a Woodchuck
Numbers: the translucent scotch-tape holding our reality together. Numbers define us, as we define them, giving symbiotic context and purpose.
Twenty-nine is a prime number. It is the tenth prime number in fact, who's letters also count the number ten when written. The twenty-ninth number in the Fibonacci sequence is also a prime number - ending in twenty-nine. Saturn orbits the sun every twenty-nine years; Robert Johnson recorded twenty-nine songs in his lifetime; and the longest non-technical word in the First Edition Oxford English Dictionary had twenty-nine letters (bet you can't guess it!). In numerology, twenty-nine represents relationships, teamwork, compassion, diplomacy, and a drive to maintain coexistence.
"A rare kind of number for a rare kind of guy." Our lead guitarist Scotty Rifenbark passed away on January 29th this year. On February 29th, we gathered to celebrate his life formally after his tribute show at Draper's Brewing the evening prior. Thank you all so much for being there if you were able - you mean the world to us. In the spirit of Scotty and the number twenty-nine, it will be our relationships, compassion, and continued coexistence that will keep Scotty's prime memories and influence alive. Twenty-nine cheers for Scotty Rifenbark!
March is a busy month in the world-Widespread Haze! This Friday, March 6th we will be back at the new groovy Grifter's Lounge! Come dig the new vibes in Roseburg's new citrine gem - right behind the 420 Club on Stephens St.
The very next night on Saturday, March 7th the Haze will light the way at the Lamplighter Cafe & Lounge in Oakland. Have a side of classic rock with your delicious country-style dinner! Good food, good drinks, good people: Rock 'n' Roll!
Widespread Haze will be blazing new trails into Southern Oregon on Friday March 27th at Medford's 1950's-themed rock 'n' roll bar Johnny B's. Slip on your shades, fire up your chariot and haul ass - way back up in the woods among the evergreens - to Johnny B's!
On March 29th we will sum up our busy month at Oran Mor for a Sunday matinee springtime celebration! Welcome the good weather with a delicious mead and a feverish need to dance!
We are very excited to announce that we will be filming and submitting a live video to NPR's Tiny Desk Contest this month...but for the sake of anticipation, that's all we can say at this time. Stay tuned!
This Spring, our singing drummer Tommy will be swinging open the doors of the Resonance Music School in Downtown Roseburg with three 8-week-long group courses geared toward folks with little to no knowledge of music theory, as well as a full schedule of private music lessons! It's never too late - or early - to further your connection with music. For more info visit www.ResonanceRoseburg.com or e-mail Tommy at ResonanceRoseburg@gmail.com
The seasons change, from dark to light; from frigid brisk to crisp and bright. New life springs from shadows fallen, as daylight sings to Winter's calling. At least according to Phil, Punxsutawney. ‘Till next time!
