From the beginning the day just started out on the wrong foot.In the morning we got an email from our guy doing our CDs saying that there was an imperfection in our artwork for the sleeve of our CD.So we had to take the time to fix that.Then we weren’t even sure if Ben was going to be able to get off work in time to make it to the show… but he did!So we all met up at Aaron’s house and then headed to the jam spot about an hour and a half later than planned.We loaded up all of the gear into the trailer and we were on our way.We got to 123rd in the Sandy area and we noticed the right wheel of the trailer wasn’t turning anymore.We didn’t know what to do, it was snowy, icy and we were late!We had no other choice but to get off and try to find a way to fix it.We headed to the Firestone that was right off of the freeway exit, but their wait was an hour!We were supposed to play in 45 minutes, so that just didn’t work!Ben brilliantly made it possible for Les Schwab to be waiting for us to just back in and fix the thing.So while the guys at Les Schwab were looking at the trailer, Tim went to roll his window up and it wouldn’t go… then he realized that his battery had died, as if the day could have gotten any worse.So an employee jumped his car.Turns out that is had something to do with the electric brakes, they basically just needed to be unhooked because they weren’t working properly.They were working more as a magnet making it so the wheel wouldn’t turn.It was a huge relief; the guys didn’t even charge us!We all hopped into the car… except Aaron, he was lost… we’re still not sure where he went actually.He found us finally across the street at the 7-11 getting gas.I guess all that matter is we found him and WE MADE IT TO THE SHOW, on time too, well kind of.We made it in time to set up in 10 minutes which was pretty much a miracle for us.We ended up playing on time too!The guys back stage loved the music and were groovin’ the whole time.It was so freezing, there were icicles on Matt’s trumpet and during every break the guitar players held their hands up to the heaters. But all in all it was a cool show, there was snow coming down, ice skating, hockey and they even had us up on a big screen.It was a cool experience!After that we headed over to The Huka Bar to get some food and smoke hookah.Nate the owner and his wife Aimee joined us for awhile, it was a good time.Always is at The Huka Bar though right!?Hope your all had a great Christmas and have a Happy New Year!
Hey everyone. First of all.. I had the best time the other night at the Huka Bar. All the fellas played well, and we played with Nate, a sax player we've practiced with once before the show. He pulled it off very well. Can't tell you all how much we appreciate the support. I hope to see everyone at the Gallivan center in Salt Lake City on Tuesday, Dec. 29th. 2009 for "EVE". Which is salt lake's first night. This will be our first time playing this stage. We are very excited for it!! Plus, if you haven't purchased your Sober Down CD Release admission, Buy Tickets Here
The show was amazing last night! We saw so many new faces and so many old friends! Just wanted to thank everyone for all of the love and support, everytime you come to a show it pushes us closer and closer to our goal and helps us spread our music further and further.
Thought we'd give you a sneak peak at what the album art looks like! "Pressure" will be available on Januray 9, 2010 on iTunes, at shows and at all Graywhale locations. Get if first at our Cd Release show, where a Cd is included in your admission price... along with a place to stay overnight, food, drinks alcohol (21+), us live and DJ RockSolid spinnin'. You can buy tickets here.
As some of you know we are going to be playing regularly every two weeks at The Huka Bar! The Huka Bar is by far our favorite place to play, and it seems like it's your favorite place to come see us! Well, since it is the holiday season and all we have some cool things we are going to do! For starters, anyone who wants to come to The Huka Bar on the 26th (day after Christmas, don't forget) we will put you and all of your friends on our guest list to get in for FREE! Send all the names you want to info@soberdown.com or you can comment here or reach us through Facebook. Next, we will be giving about 2 FREE tickets to our CD Release show on January 9th! For those of your who don't know, it is being held at a huge cabin, first 80 people to buy tickets get a bed (still a few left) after that there are pads for the floor, all food and drinks including alcohol (21+) are covering in your admission along with a copy of our new CD "Pressure," a live performance from us and DJ RockSolid will be spinnin' too! It is going to be an epic night, so don't miss it. We love you guys and want to share this milestone with you! At the show on the 26th at The Huka Bar you can pay in cash for your admission or we will have a laptop at the show you can pay online with a card. Or you can buy them anytime here! We are so excited to share this with you, I hope you are too! Happy Holidays!
This past week has been a very hectic time for us! We have been trying to get so much done in such a small amount of time. We just finished recording the CD a couple of days ago and sent it to be mastered this morning. So far everything is right on track. On Monday we will pick it up and take it to be printed. This is such a great achievement for us and there is no way we could have done it without all of your guys! Coming to our shows is one of the best ways to support us, it puts us in the right direction to hit the road and tour!
On December 26th the day after Christmas we will be playing at The Huka Bar, it's free admission for those of you that put get your names to us to be put on the guest list. We are hoping to carry on with the Christmas celebration into the next day so bring your holiday cheer! We will also be holding a contest for 2 admission tickets to our CD Release show on January 9th! So be ready to participate!
Thanks again for everything and for all of the support, we owe everything to you guys. Have a wonderful holiday!
Thanks to everyone who has purchased their admission to our CD Release Show/Party. For those of you who have not, here are the details:
$40.00 Includes: - One night stay in a beautiful lodge. (Beds available on a first come, first serve basis upon admission purchase. - Sober Down’s new CD - A live performance from Sober Down - DJ RockSolid Spinning your favorite reggae beats - All the food and drinks you want (Alcohol for 21+ wearing the appropriate wristband. Food served at 7 PM)
There are a VERY limited number of single and double beds left. We expect them to run out VERY soon. Remember beds are on a first come, first serve basis upon admission purchase. There are plenty of pads at the lodge to lay a pad on the floor and sleep. Just because you don’t get a bed doesn’t mean you are not welcome to stay!
If you are wondering how the beds/rooms are set up, it’s as follows: there are 4 double beds and 4 single beds to a room. Once all of the beds are spoken for we will start assigning people to rooms. If we are familiar with a group of people who purchased tickets that are friends, we will just put all of your guys in a room. If you know someone else that purchased admission tickets and you want to share a room with them, please send us an email to info@soberdown.com
To purchase your tickets, go to http://www.SoberDown.com and you can purchase them right on the front page. There are simple instructions, so please read them carefully. Once you have paid for your admission you will be emailed a receipt that is also your admission ticket. Unless you email us to info@soberdown.com and tell us otherwise, we will email your receipt to the email given at payment. If you do not receive your receipt of have any problems, please contact us by email immediately through info@soberdown.com
This is going to be an epic event, so please come and share this with us!!!
