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Issue 2

Yep, the Crazed Cowboys and I survived Issue 1 of my first newsletter, and here I am again, to fill you in on more of the comings and goings of the crazy band of lunatics trying to make it by the seat of their pants in the indie music business... We have an exciting 2-for-1 offer going on only for subscribers right now, and I'll tell you about that in more detail in a bit...just in time for that bit of last-minute holiday shopping!
 
In this Issue, be prepared to find:
Blast from the Past...postponed!
Comments from the Netherlands
Introduction to the Amnesia Guy...
Our Holiday Special Offer for You
Questions & Answers
A Shaky Conclusion
And then I'll get out of your hair for another week or so!
Miz B
 
Blast From the Past . . .
 
I wrote last week about the meet-up between George and Cowboy Maxx, and how it all started with Cowboy Maxx getting into a punch-out onstage, and George stepping in to cover for the singer involved in said punch-out.

From this point, I'd planned to continue on, telling the tale of their ensuing friendship and gigs...but NOOOOOO. Readers galore insist on knowing more about the punch-out -- and were there other fights?-- and what other kinds of mayhem did those boys get involved in -- leading me to believe that my gentle subscribers are a pack of bloodthirsty wolves! Just kidding!

One reader, a real sweetie and a favorite of mine, wrote:

I'd like to hear more about the fist fights...nuthin better on a warm summer night :-)

JCD

And this was, I thought, a peace-loving man! But--since so many of you wanna know more of the down and dirty details, I've given the guys a writing assignment; each is to get a report to me of at least one of their more "eventful" nights...so you can be expecting that any time, as long as I keep on 'em night and day about doing it!
 
Comments from the Netherlands
 
We've recently been corresponding with Jaap de Geus, a DJ with two shows in Spijkenisse, in the Netherlands, who is spinning the Cowboys on his show called "Country Corner"...we're excited to be "on" in Europe! He wrote George with a question:

...There is one strange thing. Did you know the CD has 17 tracks? The CD stops at #14, skips 15 and 16 and goes on for #17. I must say I like #17!
Regards,

Jaap

George Lee, Jr. responded:

"...Thanks, Jaap, for playing our disk! How exciting! With regard to Track 17: We had a huge argument with Crazy Miz B (Paula to you) about how many tracks should be on the Welcome To Hip Hop CD. We, as spoiled writers, wanted about 23 songs! Miz B thought 12 or 13 was more appropriate -- and she was right -- too may songs would lead to listener boredom/burn-out. BUT...We REALLY loved Track 17, which is called, "This Old Lonely Heart," so being the mischievous devils that we are, we snuck it on the final master mix without telling her! And that's the story of Track 17!
Regards, George
 
Sigh...I guess you can see that I have my hands full with those crafty cowboys...Oh well, I hadn't noticed their sneakery until now, so I guess I can live with it! And you'd be wise to check out Track 17---it is mighty nice!** (See instructions below with Special Offer.)
 
Introduction to The Amnesia Guy:
 
This is the story of how we met Chris Webb, and how he came to be part of the band. It is a strange tale, indeed, and you must be careful while reading it not to be overwhelmed or frightened. One day I was just sitting on the porch, minding my own business, making a list of chores the Cowboys ought to do, but probably never would, when straggling up my porch steps came an unshaven and unattractive dirty stranger. He was carrying a sign that said "Will work for food."
 
Now, as you know, I am unaccustomed to men who actually work, as opposed to just playing music all the time, so I said I was pleased to meet him. I gave him the list of chores to get started on, while I went to fix him some vittles (victuals). My, how he worked! It was a pleasure to see, despite the fact that he was not very good-looking, and smelled a bit. When I set the big plate of steaming stew in front of him an hour later, out on the table I keep on the porch for just such occasions, I went back to my list-making, and he began to wolf down the chow, much in the way of a dog who's not been fed in several days. I took no more notice of him, as I'm accustomed to seeing the cowboys eat like pigs.
 
A few moments later, I heard a strange yet compelling sound. It was a tapping, rapping, slapping kind of thing, and I looked his way, only to find that he was playing an unusual yet oddly beautiful melody using the only the silverware, the table, the stew bowl and his head. My! It had been a long time since I'd heard music so lovely! Slowly the townspeople gathered round. If you wish to learn more about the poor, odd fellow, visit because I've gone on long enough about him in the newsletter--or folks'll be falling asleep at their computers!
 
I wanna read more!
 
The Radio Show and SKEERED Miz B
 
Our thanks to the many of you who wrote in wishing us luck on the interview with Bob and Billy on 1360 AM WNJC in Philly last week... All my worries were groundless...they were a dynamite duo, an absolute hoot to talk with, and George shone like the diamond he is on the air...I even said a few things, and didn't cry or throw up...so those good thoughts you sent our way really helped! Long live Bob and Billy--best interviewers I've met! On a more crazed note: a fan of ours named Tall Wendell and his lovely wife Leta drove for THREE HOURS from Connecticut to catch the show...and thought it was outstanding and a wonderful time... Now, I love the Cowboys, too...but three hours to hear an interview? So we now call him Insane, Crazed Tall Wendell...but we sure do love them for doing it!
 
That Special Deal I Told You About . . .
 
.Normally, I'd include some fun stuff here, for a few laughs--but hey--saving money can be fun, too! So here are the facts on the "special" I told you about:
 
We're sending this offer only to folks who've already bought Welcome to Hip Hop Country, or to those who've been kind enough to sign on to the newsletter, to learn a little bit about us. The general public isn't going to hear a thing about it! We couldn't afford it! (Unless I go through some crazy kind of brainstorm that would let me figure it out, somehow!) I've set up a special page at our site, with all the information you need on ordering 2 CD's for the price of one...(a dollar added for us to pay the charge-card company!)...so for $12 plus S/H, you'll receive TWO Crazed Cowboys-Hip Hop Country albums; one to keep for your self, if you don't have it already, and another as a gift for someone you just know will like it...if you already own it, then you know how good it is--and can get two very inexpensive gifts! Personally, I'd order by the 15th---YIKES---only 5 days away! But Glenn at CDStreet, where we've set up the charge card capability, says he'll accept orders until the 20th...and do his best to get them to you! So---I'd still advise to order sooner than later!!!! This offer is for a very short time, since Christmas is upon us already! And it is risk-free, because you can listen to every single song on the album by visiting CD Baby. TO LISTEN: TO BUY THE SPECIAL 2-FOR-1 CDs: I hope this will help a few of our friends in finding something for that hard-to-buy-for person...we've been getting back some awfully good feedback from our customers! (Some folks write saying they have trouble getting the music to play at the above CD Baby site...if that's the case for you, try these two things, in order: 1) go to If that doesn't work, 2) go to (**These sites include Secret Track 17!!!) If neither of these work, then your computer either needs something more, or isn't equipped for RealAudio sound...sorry! But you should STILL get the special offer, because we're just that darn good!
 
(Online readers: Oh, too bad! That Special was over looonnnng ago!)
 
A SHAKY CONCLUSION -- But No! Not Yet! I sent this issue to a few friends, as I feel more comfortable with the "OK" of others before I ship it to you, and all three were disturbed that I was leaving out the Q & A section...so they talked me into including it, despite adding to the length of the newsletter. Guess they feel good learning new things, and growing as human beings.
 
So here's the Ol' Q & A: (to those unfamiliar with the indie world---"indie" means folks like us who aren't with major record labels--we're just out here 'on our own, bustin' butt, trying to play some music!)
 
Q: Miz B, is it true that a marathon automobile race is held every year in honor of indie music?
 
A: Yes. Many, many Indie bands gather together and play music harmoniously for a very long time on Memorial Day each year. None of the Indie band members ever fight, start fires or throw up, which is one reason why we are so respected. This ceremony is known as "The Indy 500." In the background, to demonstrate solidarity, fancy cars race around and around in circles, seemingly endlessly. When all the musicians are tired, and the pit crews want some beer, the 500 is officially over for another year. Long live the Indy 500!
 
And NOW, at last, A Shaky Conclusion! --Have a happy and safe holiday season... --Take a gander at that 2-for-1-special! --Send us feedback--it makes me very happy, and I respond to all! And I'd love to quote you, with your permission, in future issues... --Be good to yourself, and yours...heaven knows I'm gonna try to be nice to the Cowboys, even if I can only stick it out a few weeks!
 
Crazy Miz B
 
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