June 27, 2007: Return of The Trashmen!
I am a little embarrassed for posting this email, but thought I’d do it anyway. I figure if I allowed myself to post hate mail then I might as well post interesting emails from people who have enjoyed my writing.
In January I wrote about the Surfin Bird, which I feel is the greatest Rock n Roll mantra in the history of recorded music. Well, it seems the internet is not a vacuum. People actually read things and share with others. A few days ago I was tickled to find the following email in my inbox. The Bird has heard the word!
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Dear Matt,
Your Journal piece from January of this year, “Walking over Fallen Fences”, tumbled into my computer just this week. As “Band Mother” to The Trashmen, I was delighted to see yet another piece on them, and, as my self imposed job description demands, I shared it with them. We all agree that you are a young genius. We are thoroughly impressed by your command of the English language and your brilliant observations. Your beautifully written interpretation has fascinated and enlightened us! For 43 years, they have pondered what it all really meant…who WAS that odd little Bird bearing gifts: Fame, Fortune and Female Fans? ( Personally, I was always under the impression that the Bird was Jewish…go know! )
The Trashmen have reunited and have scheduled tour dates beginning in July in Chicago. If The Bird happens to perch briefly in your area, come on over. If it interests you, you are invited to come backstage to meet the band. You may have too much time on your hands but such a clever boy you are!
Best personal regards from The Trashmen:
Tony Andreason, Lead vocalist & guitar
Dal Winslow, Rhythm guitar
Bob Reed, Bass Guitar
Mark Andreason, Drums
and Band Mother, Barbie Cohn
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Trashmen then:

And now:








