Last Saturday back stage one of the guys who has had a business and a political career, in addition to music, asked in which of our occupations we had met the nicest people. The consensus was in Country Music. Then the subject turned to military service. Many of the performers came of age after the draft. Most are not 'tator aged geezers.
I was surprised to find that nearly all of the performers had served in some form of military service. Most has served in the Army... but there some who served in the Navy, Air Force, and Marines. Some had served in the Reserves and Guard. Some even went into the Guard after serving a full term on active duty.
It occured to us that the reason so many Country performers support our mission and our troops is many country pickers believe in our nation enough to serve. What struck me was those under 50 didn't have to serve.. they did not face a draft. But they did serve... and were glad they did.
I asked one staffer if he would play on the same bill as the Dixie Chicks. He said, "Only if I got to lead the BOOs."
Here is 'tator on the stage at the Paint Valley Jamboree. The Jamboree runs from 7 to 10+Pm every saturday night at the Paxton Theater in Bainbridge, Ohio.
The staff band is as good as any band in Nashville. If you like great Country music.. come see us.