Ion Vein - Allen's Powerfest wrap-up

Chris Lotesto · May 21st, 2008, 10:10 AM

Hey guys....posted this on our forum but figured I should put it
up here as well....Allen echoes the sentiments of the whole
band, it was truly and honor and pleasure to play for you guys,
we had a blast!!
****************************************

Metal is alive and well! Chicago Powerfest 2008 proved THAT beyond a doubt. The music was phenomenal, the Pearl Room was packed, the drinks were cold and the girls were hot! The pure enthusiasm that was exchanged from stage to audience and back again was affluence of the highest order. Having had the opportunity to meet musicians and fans from across the country and internationally was like slamming 20cc’s of Euphoric Bliss ….! From the headliners down to the support acts, the enormous level of talent was dwarfed / shadowed by the obvious desire everyone expressed to be a part of something bigger than self. Being on stage with my new band, Ion Vein, was a blast! Chris, Brian, and Chuck are 3 of the biggest assholes… oops I mean greatest guys I’ve ever had the opportunity to make music with. You can see that we clearly enjoy making music together. To all the people I had the chance to meet, I cannot express in words forcefully enough the absolute sense of honor I feel to have been a part of your lives. Please know that we are committed to providing you all with the highest quality Metal life has to offer. Powerfest was an experience you must not miss in 2009.

Please visit the site frequently so we can keep up with each other. We will be looking to see you guys at shows throughout the Chicago area this Summer. In closing, thanks to the Gods of Metal and ALL OF YOU!

Musically Yours,

Allen James

Heavenly Call · May 21st, 2008, 10:19 AM

Allen is the MAN, no question. I look forward to future performances!

The Wicked One · May 21st, 2008, 11:51 AM

be at Powerfest 09!

Dolamite S. Biffle · May 21st, 2008, 02:05 PM

Allen and crew rawked the house fucker the haters and the posers.

Dr. Pete · May 21st, 2008, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dolamite S. Biffle

Allen and crew rawked the house fucker the haters and the posers.

They were very good, despite the clowns in the crowd who threw the F-bombs.

DRFS Rich · June 1st, 2008, 01:51 PM

You mah nigga, AJ!

- R

Normando · June 3rd, 2008, 11:24 PM

Does anyone have a transcript of Allen James' commentary between songs?

I believe a good part of it was summarized above by DRFS Rich.

May 21st, 2008, 10:10 AM	#1 (permalink)
Chris Lotesto Uncle Fester Join Date: Aug 2004 Posts: 696	Ion Vein - Allen's Powerfest wrap-up Hey guys....posted this on our forum but figured I should put it up here as well....Allen echoes the sentiments of the whole band, it was truly and honor and pleasure to play for you guys, we had a blast!! ************************************** Metal is alive and well! Chicago Powerfest 2008 proved THAT beyond a doubt. The music was phenomenal, the Pearl Room was packed, the drinks were cold and the girls were hot! The pure enthusiasm that was exchanged from stage to audience and back again was affluence of the highest order. Having had the opportunity to meet musicians and fans from across the country and internationally was like slamming 20cc’s of Euphoric Bliss ….! From the headliners down to the support acts, the enormous level of talent was dwarfed / shadowed by the obvious desire everyone expressed to be a part of something bigger than self. Being on stage with my new band, Ion Vein, was a blast! Chris, Brian, and Chuck are 3 of the biggest assholes… oops I mean greatest guys I’ve ever had the opportunity to make music with. You can see that we clearly enjoy making music together. To all the people I had the chance to meet, I cannot express in words forcefully enough the absolute sense of honor I feel to have been a part of your lives. Please know that we are committed to providing you all with the highest quality Metal life has to offer. Powerfest was an experience you must not miss in 2009. Please visit the site frequently so we can keep up with each other. We will be looking to see you guys at shows throughout the Chicago area this Summer. In closing, thanks to the Gods of Metal and ALL OF YOU! Musically Yours, Allen James __________________ ION VEIN www.ionvein.com www.myspace.com/ionvein CHICAGO POWERFEST** www.chicagopowerfest.com www.myspace.com/chicagopowerfest www.myspace.com/chris_lo

May 21st, 2008, 10:19 AM	#2 (permalink)
Heavenly Call Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2002 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 984	Allen is the MAN, no question. I look forward to future performances! __________________ Proud co-sponsor of Elvenking for PPIX "The only thing in life you HAVE to do is deal with the consequences of the choices you make."

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The Wicked One A loyal KIPS Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: Howell, Michigan. (boonies) Posts: 554	be at Powerfest 09! __________________

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Dolamite S. Biffle Biffliest Person Ever Join Date: May 2005 Location: Atlantis Posts: 2,734	Allen and crew rawked the house fucker the haters and the posers. __________________ Visit http://www.metal-temple.com, for the latest album reviews and metal headlines. “Its all about escapism,” says Scott Waldrop, guitarist for Twisted Tower Dire. It’s the antithesis of bands like R.E.M. or Pearl Jam. For me, Power Metal, or traditional Metal, is like a soundtrack for slaying the singer of Creed." "Dude, can you shut the fuck up for the next 3min and 12 seconds so I can play the next fucking song?!?" - Jon Oliva

June 3rd, 2008, 11:24 PM	#7 (permalink)
Normando . Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Milwaukee, Wisconsin Posts: 106	Does anyone have a transcript of Allen James' commentary between songs? I believe a good part of it was summarized above by DRFS Rich. __________________ Share your concert photos in a music slideshow or photo gallery at PhoTune.com Sign up for your free homepage today.

June 1st, 2008, 01:51 PM	#6 (permalink)
DRFS Rich Senior Member Join Date: Jul 2003 Posts: 162	You mah nigga, AJ! - R