GUITARZAN Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 (edited) Todd Gillies (Fat Cats) &Mike Filipowitsch (Burt Neilson Band)Live @ The Boathouse57 Jubilee N2G 7T6 (519) 745-7202Victoria Park Kitchener, Ontario I was seventeen years old the first time I heard the Fat Cats play live. A few of my friends from Grand River Collegiate had strayed over to Eastwood Collegiate during lunchhour to see a battle of the Bands they were hosting. They all came back raving about this band they had seen called the "Fat Cats". Later that week, fake ID in tow, we headed down to a tiny pub in downtown Kitchener (which I can't for the life of me remember the name) so we could all see what the fuss was about. Although some of the crew didn't really get what was going on (mostly because it didn't sound like pearl jam i figure) I was immediately drawn to it. In particular, I was fascinated with the way the guitar player was freely exporing the music. Long, winding solos that really kept me wanting more. I remember thinking to myself, "man that is exactly what I want to do". First, I would have to learn guitar. Needless to say I was very much inspired. After that night, I rarely missed a Fat Cats show, we all looked forward to them. I watched, and tried to figure out what and how they were conducting the jams, songs and so on. I have been fortunate enough to get to play in a band of my own, a band who got there start in southern Ontario opening up for the Fat Cats at the Opera House in 1997. I feel like alot has happened since those early beginnings. To make this very long ( and possibly uninteresting) story short... Come and hang out with Todd and I on the 20th, and hear some original music..okay possibly a cover or two as well...CheersMike Edited November 13, 2008 by Guest Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bradm Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 :thumbup:If I'm in Toronto that early, I'll do my best to be there (probably with a small taping rig).Aloha,Brad Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwa. Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 December is really shaping up nicely, see ya there Mike Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edger Posted November 13, 2008 Report Share Posted November 13, 2008 I've got Todd's folks lined up to babysit already! I can't wait! Hopefully no one mows over top of you guys this time round eh?Looking forward to seeing you when you come around for some rehearsin' too. It's been a while! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark tonin Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Thanks for sharing the story Mike. I've heard it before in a general way, but it's nice to read some more details about it. I look forward to seeing/hearing you and Todd at the Boathouse. And edger, it will be wonderful seeing you in town.Peace, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basher Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Maybe baby, maybe... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
questcequecest? Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 was it Mrs. Robinson's at the old train Station Inn (that burned down a few years ago)? pretty sure i saw the Fat Cats there once or twice. Days of You too, i think. hope to make it out for the show Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AD Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 I remember seeing the Fat Cats at "The Bank" across from the Kitchener City Hall. I doubt that was the show in question though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Booche Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Tales of the great rum runners?Thanks. I really enjoyed reading that Mike. This will be a fantastic gig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark tonin Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 :thumbup:If I'm in Toronto that early, I'll do my best to be there (probably with a small taping rig).Aloha,BradSomehow I missed this post the first time I read this thread ... it would be very cool to see you in this part of Ontario Brad!Peace, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Patchoulia Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Sounds good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomson Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Excellent show announcement Mike. Sunday Dec 20th eh? Sound like a good way to end autumn.Count me in. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark tonin Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Sounds good. Maybe this makes it a yes baby, yes? Excellent show announcement Mike. Sunday Dec 20th eh? Sound like a good way to end autumn. Count me in. Hopefully you can make it on Saturday Dec 20th, as Sunday Dec 20th isn't until 2009 and it would be nice to see you before then! Peace, Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boiler Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 If I go, can I bring a Dobro and a harmonica? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mousepad Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Thanks for sharing the story Mike. I've heard it before in a general way, but it's nice to read some more details about it. I look forward to seeing/hearing you and Todd at the Boathouse. And edger, it will be wonderful seeing you in town.Peace, Mark I second that emotion! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edger Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 If I go, can I bring a Dobro and a harmonica? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Blurry Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 I'm not sure who the Fat Cats or the Burt Neilson Band are but your story makes me want to come and check it out.Hope we can make it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomson Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 Hopefully you can make it on Saturday Dec 20th, as Sunday Dec 20th isn't until 2009 and it would be nice to see you before then! Peace, Mark Agreed, December 2009 would be too long to wait for night of great music in K-dub. See you on SATURDAY the 20th. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarahbelle Posted November 14, 2008 Report Share Posted November 14, 2008 OOoooh I am gunna try n make this one.. got lotsa notice Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
killatokes Posted December 16, 2008 Report Share Posted December 16, 2008 just thought i'd bump this as i haven't heard much more about this since the original post. is this show still on? who's coming out? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Schwa. Posted December 16, 2008 Report Share Posted December 16, 2008 Show is definitely still on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edger Posted December 17, 2008 Report Share Posted December 17, 2008 See y'all there! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tribalstar Posted December 17, 2008 Report Share Posted December 17, 2008 I think I am gonna try to make this one...it has been a while I am feeling a bit rusty Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thomson Posted December 18, 2008 Report Share Posted December 18, 2008 Looking forward to kicking off my two-week vacation with a night of great music and great folks in KW! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tigger Posted December 18, 2008 Report Share Posted December 18, 2008 should be fun , have fun . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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