I know it’s probably a little early to be planning for New Year’s Eve. But hey, now might be a good time to think about it, before that frenzied Halloween candy shopping spree begins. After all, beyond that it’s just turkey and dressing, turkey and cake, turkey and presents, turkey and bourbon, turkey sandwiches... And maybe some ham. And before you know it, it’s December 26, and you couldn’t care less about how you’re going to bring in the New Year; just gimme another bourbon. And a steak.
This year, why not try something different. Each year, Fayetteville has a celebration on the square called First Night. It’s really lots of fun. Good music of all varieties in the businesses around the square. It’s a family deal, so you can bring the kids. It’s non-alcoholic, so you don’t have to worry about amateur night drunks stumbling all over you. And you wake up feeling great to start the New Year.
Oh and did I mention Big’Uns will be the headlining act, playing up to the spectacular fireworks show at midnight? That’s right, all your favorite tunes, plus the Allman Brothers-meets-Queen version of “Auld Lang Syne.”
So put it down on your calendar now, before you get invaded by turkey.
Beyond that, we’ve just been informed we’ll be playing the Arts Center of the Ozarks Ball and Auction on February 24, 2007. This is another fabulous event, featuring, without a doubt, the biggest and coolest silent auction you’ll find anywhere. And this year featuring Big’uns. Or simply Big, as we’re known in the black tie circle.
Meanwhile, we'll be at George's for another happy hour on October 27. I'll send out a reminder on that one.
In case your organization needs a band for a holiday party, we do have some prime dates open in December. We can dress up nice and play a “grandma set” if you want us to. Just ask anyone who’s hired us for a wedding recently. If you or someone you know might be interested, email Ed or call me (479) 871-8006, or Sterling (479) 770-8901.
If you would like to be added to the Big'Uns email notification list, drop a line to Ed at the link on the right.
Friday, October 13, 2006
Tuesday, July 25, 2006
Back at George's this Friday
We've had some great gigs so far this summer:
Allison Leonard's wedding at the Springdale Country Club (a BIG improvement over the old room out there), followed by the Summer Salsa to benefit Children's House at the same venue.
The Cancer Road Challenge (we've really honed our "biker" repertoire--should come in handy at this year's Bikes, Blues & BBQ).
The annual fundraiser for the Ryan Gibson Foundation at the Fayetteville Town Center (where they're edging toward bearable acoustics).
This Friday (July 28) we'll be back at George's for another Happy Hour. It's big fun for those who've never made it out.
Allison Leonard's wedding at the Springdale Country Club (a BIG improvement over the old room out there), followed by the Summer Salsa to benefit Children's House at the same venue.
The Cancer Road Challenge (we've really honed our "biker" repertoire--should come in handy at this year's Bikes, Blues & BBQ).
The annual fundraiser for the Ryan Gibson Foundation at the Fayetteville Town Center (where they're edging toward bearable acoustics).
This Friday (July 28) we'll be back at George's for another Happy Hour. It's big fun for those who've never made it out.
Friday, June 23, 2006
Coming up, to kick off the summer
Next up is the annual Summer Salsa event to support Children's House in Fayetteville. We'll be a the Springdale Country Club from 7-10 on Friday, June 23rd. Tickets are 50 bucks a pop, but that will get you free food and libations and it all goes to a great cause. This is probably one of those gigs where we'll put on our best behavior and really be more "Big" than "Big'uns."
Saturday, June 24, we’ll be playing from 11:00-1:00 (mid-day) at the Poker Run for the Northwest Arkansas Cancer Challenge. Also a great cause, and a rare opportunity to see Big’uns for people whose normal bedtime is before 5:00 PM.
Saturday, June 24, we’ll be playing from 11:00-1:00 (mid-day) at the Poker Run for the Northwest Arkansas Cancer Challenge. Also a great cause, and a rare opportunity to see Big’uns for people whose normal bedtime is before 5:00 PM.
Feather Fest---HHS Class of '76 Reunion
We'd like to thank the Springdale Chamber of Commerce for putting on a fine little festival in Feather Fest. We were out on a warm Saturday night, with a crowd of friendly, receptive folks, on both sides of the beer tent line.
We want to thank Stan Jackson, and especially our buddy Phil Mayo for making us part of this event.
Hope to see you there next year.
Also a big shout out to our friends from the Harrison High School Class of 1976, who had Big'uns over to Boone County for a rockin' party on Saturday the 17th. I can't believe these people are over...well you do the math to figure out how old.
They were still dancing and shouting for more at 1:15 AM. Wore us out. I graduated (also from HHS) with a special bunch of folks, but I'll guarantee there weren't too many of us awake much past 10:30 at our last reunion. We want to thank all of these people, but especially the "regulars" from this class who live in the Washington/Benton County area, who are out to George's almost every time we're there. Great party.
We want to thank Stan Jackson, and especially our buddy Phil Mayo for making us part of this event.
Hope to see you there next year.
Also a big shout out to our friends from the Harrison High School Class of 1976, who had Big'uns over to Boone County for a rockin' party on Saturday the 17th. I can't believe these people are over...well you do the math to figure out how old.
They were still dancing and shouting for more at 1:15 AM. Wore us out. I graduated (also from HHS) with a special bunch of folks, but I'll guarantee there weren't too many of us awake much past 10:30 at our last reunion. We want to thank all of these people, but especially the "regulars" from this class who live in the Washington/Benton County area, who are out to George's almost every time we're there. Great party.
Thursday, May 18, 2006
Big'uns Blogged
A welcome mention of the weekend from the guys over at the five forty.com. Thanks, guys.
Greg and Andy run an informative, entertaining piece of bloggery that delves into life inside and outside of this corner of the world.
I stumbled upon it quite by accident, and it's become a daily staple of my info diet.
Check it out.
Greg and Andy run an informative, entertaining piece of bloggery that delves into life inside and outside of this corner of the world.
I stumbled upon it quite by accident, and it's become a daily staple of my info diet.
Check it out.
Tuesday, May 16, 2006
Lots of Stuff Coming Up
A couple of Big'uns outings this weekend:
Friday afternoon finds us at George's for happy hour, but because of a later show, we'll be _inside_ this time. Kind of cozy, but usually still quite a bit of fun. Come on out; get to know someone new.
Later in the evening, Slim Big'uns (Sterling, Darren and I) open the show for Leon Russell in the garden at George's.
Then Sunday night, the band will be at Powerhouse for a "Tomorrow's Really Not Monday...is it?" Party on the Patio, from 7-11. You can come early, leave early, and be home in your jammies by TV news time. Or not.
Coming up on June 10, we play Springdale's Featherfest at 7:00 PM.
Stay tuned. We'll keep you posted about more.
For those thinking ahead to planning holiday parties (yes, it's time to start thinking about booking the band), we still have some prime December real estate open.
Oh yes, and in the interest of political correctness, we have decided that henceforth, we will book "respectable" jobs (your daughter's wedding, events for corporations with sensitive core values, any event that requires formal wear, etc.) under the moniker of Big. We want to be Big in Northwest Arkansas. And we can play a grandma set. Since we're that old, anyway.
Friday afternoon finds us at George's for happy hour, but because of a later show, we'll be _inside_ this time. Kind of cozy, but usually still quite a bit of fun. Come on out; get to know someone new.
Later in the evening, Slim Big'uns (Sterling, Darren and I) open the show for Leon Russell in the garden at George's.
Then Sunday night, the band will be at Powerhouse for a "Tomorrow's Really Not Monday...is it?" Party on the Patio, from 7-11. You can come early, leave early, and be home in your jammies by TV news time. Or not.
Coming up on June 10, we play Springdale's Featherfest at 7:00 PM.
Stay tuned. We'll keep you posted about more.
For those thinking ahead to planning holiday parties (yes, it's time to start thinking about booking the band), we still have some prime December real estate open.
Oh yes, and in the interest of political correctness, we have decided that henceforth, we will book "respectable" jobs (your daughter's wedding, events for corporations with sensitive core values, any event that requires formal wear, etc.) under the moniker of Big. We want to be Big in Northwest Arkansas. And we can play a grandma set. Since we're that old, anyway.
Monday, February 20, 2006
Darren's New Web Site
If you get a chance drop by and see Darren's new Web site.
Darren Ray, singer extraordinaire, has a recently-released album "Guitar Man," which you can buy, along with his other albums, on the site.
He's just now got it up and running, and will be adding features in the next few days.
Nice looking site, Darren.
Next public Big'uns performance is March 17 for happy hour at George's. Be there.
Tuesday, January 24, 2006
Update
After some holiday private events and New Year's Eve at Rogers' Shadow Valley Country Club, Big'uns kicked off '06 with a great Friday happy hour at George's on January 13. A packed house with lots of old friends and several new ones.
Thanks to our good friend Suzie Stephens (Happy Birthday, Suzie), we've had a place to rehearse, and have spent some time working on our party repertoire, getting ready for some upcoming gigs.
The folks from our next gig, which is a fundraiser for St. Vincent DePaul in Benton County, have requested some 80's music, so we've been dusting off some dance floor favorites that we believe will be popular with a number of audiences going forward.
The spring is filling up with several private parties. We are looking forward to our next George's HH, which will be a St.Pat's day party on March 17. Should be fun. Sterling has promised to dye his hair green.
If you come out to see us at George's, just remember, we're basically there for our own entertainment. We'll be a little more "edgy" than we would be at your daughter's wedding.
Thanks to our good friend Suzie Stephens (Happy Birthday, Suzie), we've had a place to rehearse, and have spent some time working on our party repertoire, getting ready for some upcoming gigs.
The folks from our next gig, which is a fundraiser for St. Vincent DePaul in Benton County, have requested some 80's music, so we've been dusting off some dance floor favorites that we believe will be popular with a number of audiences going forward.
The spring is filling up with several private parties. We are looking forward to our next George's HH, which will be a St.Pat's day party on March 17. Should be fun. Sterling has promised to dye his hair green.
If you come out to see us at George's, just remember, we're basically there for our own entertainment. We'll be a little more "edgy" than we would be at your daughter's wedding.
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