off topic: Matt Barlow is singing again!

[BlindPanzer]

It might not be Iced Earth but...

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Officer Matt Barlow of the Georgetown Police Department in Georgetown, Delaware is the lead singer in FIRST STATE FORCE BAND (www.firststateforce.org). Matt is know to the metal community as the former frontman for ICED EARTH.



The “History” section of the First State Force Band’s website states that, “this innovative band was comprised of law enforcement members from different departments throughout the State of Delaware. These law enforcement members through their dedication, performed concerts several times a month to the children of Delaware using music to stress the importance of staying drug free and to stay away from violence.”



Photos of the members of First State Force Band, including a shot of Matt Barlow, can be seen at this location.

http://www.firststateforce.org/band.html



In related news, Steven Tyler of AEROSMITH performed with the First State Force Band

in Alexandria, Virginia at the C.O.P.S Memorial on May 16, 2002 at the United States Coast Guard Park.



Click here for photos. http://www.firststateforce.org/steventyler.html

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[Force10]

Wow, going from clubs and small arena stages to playing high school gyms!

I've driven though Georgetown, Delaware. It's a puny little town; not much to it except for a traffic circle that everyone gets stuck in on their way to the beach. Well, I guess you have to start somewhere.

 

[Dolamite S. Biffle]

I wonder what kind of music they play, because by the look of some of those people I dont think it could be metal.

 

[booB]

It's cool to see that Matt is using his powers for good instead of evil.

 

[rottingflesh]

That is such a trip.... he must miss it.

 

[urinalcakemix]

I would pay lots of money to see that band cover Dante's Inferno.

 

[Met-Al]

...I fully support Barlow for doing what he can to make a difference in his community. In addition, at least he's still making use of his talent. Officer Barlow, you're the man!


Stay metal. Never rust.
Met-Al

 

[edgeofthorns]

THAT'S AWESOME! I WOULDN'T HAVE KNOWN THAT WAS MATT THOUGH! HE'S EARNED SO MUCH OF MY RESPECT NOW THAT I CAN'T EVEN DESCRIBE IT! I WISH HIM AND HIS FAMILY THE BEST!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Thanks for sharing the post BlindPanzer!

 

[urinalcakemix]

I wonder the chances of an IE cover during their set. In case the kids get bored Barlow can bust out some of his trademark pwnage.

 

[yardleybates]

Cool. He's doing what's important to him, but still performing. I have a lot of respect for that.

 

[eppst1]

Too bad there isn't any audio - I would like to hear what it sounds like.

 

[Kenneth R.]

...I fully support Barlow for doing what he can to make a difference in his community. In addition, at least he's still making use of his talent. Officer Barlow, you're the man!


Stay metal. Never rust.
Met-Al

agreed.

 

[DarkOne]

You know, his hair looks a little bit different now . . .

Steve in Philly

 

[control-denied777]

You know, his hair looks a little bit different now . . .

Steve in Philly

yeah. just a little

 

[BlindPanzer]

do you think he would not give you a speeding ticket if you're listening to A Question of Heaven or something.... you know, let you off with a warning..

 

[urinalcakemix]

do you think he would not give you a speeding ticket if you're listening to A Question of Heaven or something.... you know, let you off with a warning..

only one to find out =)

 

[BlindPanzer]

only one way to find out =)

ROAD TRIP!

 

[ragingsaxmachine]

God I want to drive up to Delaware and try and get pulled over listening to Iced Earth. Probably would get pulled over by somebody who isn't Matt though....you guys think it's come up before? Somebody listening to IE getting pulled over by Matt Barlow?

 

[BlindPanzer]

even if he did give me a ticket, that means I would also have his autograph in it since he has to sign it


BEST TICKET EVER!

 

[Pellaz]

"Would you like to appeal your ticket, son? You'll have to sign the back and return it."
"Well, uh.....no, I'd like to keep it."
"That'll be the maximum fine, then. Sorry."
"Sold!"


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Much respect to Officer Barlow, too. He's doing what he thinks is right and trying to improve his little corner of the world, and that's a Good Thing.