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Help Get the Michael Knott Tribute Film Released

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If you weren’t able to make the Michael Knott Tribute concert, then don’t worry. There looks to be a chance to be able to see it still:

“On Saturday, April 6, 2024, friends of Michael Knott gathered in Costa Mesa, CA to share Stories and Songs from Michael Knott / Lifesavers / LSU / Aunt Betty’s.  

Performers included : Bill Campbell (The Throes), Wayne Everett (The Prayer Chain / Lassie Foundation), Mike Roe (77’s / Lost Dogs), Riki Michelle (Adam Again), Mike Stand (Altar Boys), Tim Taber (The Prayer Chain), Chris Brigandi (The Lifters), Chuck Cummings (Aunt Betty’s), Andy Prickett (The Prayer Chain / Cush), Brian Doidge (LSU, Aunt Betty’s), Andy Carter (Aunt Betty’s), Jyro Xhan (Mortal / Fold Zandura / MorZan), Jeff Sebens (LSU), Charles Martin (Rocky Valentines / Red Strat), Jason Martin (Starflyer 59), Steve Dail (Project 86 / Red Strat), Dave Palmer, and more.

The tribute event was captured on video and audio.  Many fans were not able to attend the event and asked if we could release the material we captured.  This campaign is to fund editing, design and digital release of the tribute event on YouTube so fans can experience what took place that night. Any extra funds raised will go to Mike’s daughter Stormie. If we don’t hit the goal, the film won’t be released.”

From what I understand, you can contribute any amount, and as long as they hit the goal the film they produce will be uploaded to YouTube for all to see. So makes sure to spread the word and make sure this Kickstarter gets funded.

 

Michael Gerard Knott Tribute and Funeral

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Michael Knott’s obituary has been released, which gives details about the service. You can also leave various tributes in different ways through the site as well (there is a tribute wall along with the option to plant memorial trees).

For fans in California (or willing to travel), there will be a Michael Gerard Knott Tribute at Dick Church’s Restaurant on April 6th at 6:30. Tickets are limited, so make sure to buy yours if you plan to go. There will be songs and stories shared by friends of Knott. There will also be limited commemorative t-shirts for sale. All proceeds from the concert and shirts will go to Knott’s daughter Stormie.

(If you would like to leave a comment about Knott, please do so at the tribute website.)

Michael Knott and Gene Eugene Live at Houghton College 4​-​24​-​1999

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From 1999 until about 2003, Michael Knott toured extensively as a solo act across the nation. This bootleg captures one of a few unique nights when he played with Gene Eugene. Knott starts off the set as a solo act, but Eugene joins him half way through on keys and adds a special twist to the songs. Joshua Lory found a good quality bootleg of that show and had Bruce Neher master it for release. You can check it out on BandCamp. This bootleg contains the never before released song “Only You” (previously referred to as “Take Me Down”) and several improv songs as well as fun banter between Knott and Eugene.

New Reward Options on the Rocket and a Bomb Kickstarter!

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The clock is ticking on the “Rocket And A Bomb Live DVD/Album + new Michael Knott 7″EP” Kickstarter. New rewards have been added, including a one of a kind rare Michael Knott vinyl package (with Michael Moret, Idle Lovell, Shaded Pain, and more ultra-rare titles). You can also choose several add-ons of DVD bootlegs from various past shows. There is also a new promo video below:

Rocket And A Bomb Live DVD/Album Kickstarter is Live

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20 years of Rocket & a Bomb live DVD and download + a brand new Michael Knott EP released on 7″ vinyl, Cd, and download!

The DVD and Live album download:

20 years ago Michael Knott droped his second solo release, the iconic album Rocket And A Bomb! Some consider this his best work. The album is full of odd characters like Jan The Weatherman, Bubbles the Clown, and John Barrymore Jr. With heart on your sleeve lyrics and tales of Knott’s personal and spiritual journey, this album hits the listener in just the right spots.

To celebrate the anniversary of this amazing album Knott and company decided to play the whole album at a one night only, full band, live show! And lucky for those that can’t be there for this incredible experience, independent film maker Todd Zeller (Eden Z Films) will be in charge filming the show to be released on DVD. We are also recording the audio to release a Live Album that will be a download only.

One lucky fan can pick the reward of a one of a kind painting by Michael Knott that will grace the cover of the DVD. A few RAAB themed paintings will be up as rewards too!

The concert will happen November 7, 2014 at the Christ Community Church in Concord California. Dead Artist Syndrome is scheduled to open and a special set by Michael Roe (the 77’s and Lost Doga) and Derri Daugherty (The Choir and Lost Dogs) will close out the evening. See flyer above for details!

The new EP, 7″ vinyl, CD, and digital options:

Michael Knott will be working once again with Joshua Lory to record a new EP to be released on 7″ vinyl! Knott and Lory teamed up in the past to bring you L.S.Underground’s brooding yet hopeful “PTSD” and the Lifesavers triumphant return, the Kickstarter fan funded “Heaven High”. The EP will be at least 4 brand new Knott songs! And how awesome will it be to drop this thing on the ol’ record player!?!?

Like the DVD the EP will have a one of a kind Knott painting for the cover and one lucky backer will be able to pledge this reward!

Your contribution will go to fund production of the DVD and EP as well as travel expenses and postage for your rewards!

Aunt Bettys Reunite for a Live Show

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Michael Knott has been posting about an upcoming reunion live show for the Aunt Bettys. The word so far is that it will be September 14th at the Detroit Bar in Costa Mesa, California at 10:30 PM. It is also a free show according to Michael (probably just have to show up real early). All the original members will be playing. Good times!

See this link: http://www.facebook.com/#!/profile.php?id=1633900168