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Written by Sheri Akopian
Thursday, 18 June 2009
FRIDAY, MAY 15th, 2009, 4:00 AM This was theee day I had been waiting for since January 2nd of this new year! I had been anticipating, waiting patiently, and planning this for 5 months. I couldn't believe it was finally here...it seemed so surreal! I had been invited to attend the 2009 Jam-A-Que! If it wasn't for Tony Beazley I would have never experienced this event, which has turned out to be something I Will Never Ever Forget! Thank you Tony so much!!! And I Have To Thank Teri! I Love you guys! I saved some of my income tax return to be able to live this dream that would take place on May 16th. My daughters and I woke up at 4:00 AM on Friday and pulled out of the driveway at 5:30 AM to head for Carthage, Tennessee. We traveled South from Detroit to a "warmer" place. Warmer, meaning: Pleasant, Friendly, God's Country. I am so glad I took the road trip with my girls! That was very special for me. I have always loved Tennessee and I want to live there, but for now, to be able to go once a year sits well with me. We arrived 13 hours later (after getting lost once) but it was worth it. We checked into our motel, stretched our legs, and then headed over to Bruce and Denise's house. I finally got to meet the Friends I had been talking to on the computer for 5 months. It's hard to understand...but I felt like I knew these people for years, and when I met them all...it felt so comfortable! (Tony, Teri, Jody, Susan, Janet, and Aunt Jane)! Bruce Wall is an Awesome Person! He was so nice, friendly, made you feel comfortable at his home, and just a down-right-down-to-earth Great Guy! The same goes for his wife Denise! What a sweetheart she is. The jello shots were flowing, and Denise was doing cartwheels in the kitchen! HA! SATURDAY, MAY 16th, 2009!!!!! (The Day I Will Never Forget)... We woke up to rain. Drank a bunch of coffee, had breakfast at The Waffle House and made our way to The Pleasant Shade Jam-A-Que! (Jamming + Bar-B-Que = JAM-A-QUE)! It was raining so hard I had to pull over and park because I couldn't see where I was driving? We waited it out and then finally we were there! The rain stopped...the fog rested softly on the green hills of Tennessee...the music was rockin' my socks...and the smell of BBQ was in the air! WOW! This was gonna be Awesome! We were greeted with Absolute Southern Hospitality and Smiles by Everyone. Preacher Stone was on the stage and I couldn't believe what I was hearing! I had never heard of them before, but now...I listen to them everyday! They are Kick-Ass! The Southern Boys played their hearts out...So Good! Justin McCorkle is such a sweetheart. Southern Rock Society jammed...I loved that fiddle. Dan Toler took the stage and what a treat that was. I can't even explain it! Coconut Harley played that harmonica of his with most of the bands...and how sweet it was! Bo Bice happened to pop in...and that was weird to see an American Idol in person. Then they all Jammed together with Bruce Wall, and Rambler joined in and it just kept getting better and better! The last band to take that stage was Chris Hicks. Whoa Mama.....He Rocks Big Time! Every single person in every single band were just regular people. Real nice and Real friendly. I got most everyone to sign the back of my Van Zant T-shirt...and I think I'm gonna frame it now. Well, all I can say is...I could not stop smiling that day. I'm still looking at all the pictures that were taken, and that Smile always comes back! I want to Thank Bruce and Denise Wall. If it wasn't for Bruce's giving heart, so many of the Southern Rock Community fans would never be able to experience what I did that day. Dear Bruce, I will never forget you or that Jam for the rest of my life! To me, the Jam-a-Que is like the Make-a-Wish Foundation...My Dream came true, and I can die happy now! With all the Southern Rock Legends that have played for the Jam-A-Que, I would like to nominate Bruce Wall as "The Southern Rock FANS Community LEGEND!" When we got back home, my 19 year old daughter said to my husband..."Dad, there really is such a thing as Southern Hospitality." I smiled again. THANK YOU EVERYBODY...YA'LL WILL ALWAYS BE IN MY HEART. With All My Love, Sheri - (Big Big HUGS)
Last Updated ( Sunday, 21 June 2009 )

An artist's perspective of the Jam-A-Que

Written by Members of Preacher Stone and Rambler
Wednesday, 27 May 2009
Preacher Stone first heard of Jam-A-Que through my good friend Tim Brown. Tim is friends with Bruce Wall and Scott Braswell. We set a time slot up with Bruce and Scott and anxiously awaited the gig date. Bennie and I set out towards Bruce’s place on Friday and had a great trip. We finally got to this wonderful quaint town that reminded me of Mayberry RFD. We checked in to the Budget Inn and started having fun. We got up Saturday morning and headed towards Bruce’s which was way out into the country, away from any worries except the threat of rain. Upon arriving we were welcomed warmly by Bruce, Scott Braswell and early comers....The Southern Rock Society and Southern Fried Magazine. If you have never been to Bruce’s place, it is the real deal for scenery. Yes folks, the perfect place for a Southern BBQ and Jam. Too far from anyone that might complain and call the law about the Southern Rock and Roll coming over the hills, The clouds were like a ceiling right over our heads. There was a large tent that provided shelter from the rain which fell during some parts of the day. BBQ was being prepared and was reminiscent of a Civil War battle field with lots of good ole BBQ smoke. We were off and running at 3:PM. The high points for me and other members of the band, were to catch Dangerous Dan Toler rock through a set and man does he rip on the guitar. Also, it was a treat to hang out with Bo Bice, Chris Hicks and his band (Can you say 4 guitars!!) and The Southern Rock Society Band!! Donnie Winters was hangin' under the tent as well as Jane Van Zant and some of the most wonderful Southern rockers we have ever met. Despite the threat of rain, Bruce was a true ring master and Southern Gentleman to us and the others. I am sort of a hat man and I swear Bruce was sporting a very cool Texas Hatters hat and looked like he was walkin’ onstage with Skynyrd. And let me tell you, Bruce is no stranger to a Les Paul and rocked out himself. The bottom line is this jam is a family of Southern Rockers and fans, graciously put on by Bruce and in my opinion, is a show and Southern BBQ we will; always remember. Thanks Ya'll!! Marty Hill and Preacher Stone. My first trip to Pleasant Shade, Tennessee, and God willing it won’t be my last was a genuine, fun-filled, good time had by all! Pleasant Shade is “God’s Country!” Spectacular views of green hills and valleys, the smell of barbeque cooking, genuine people, set to the soundtrack of good ole Southern Rock topped off with a barbeque sauce that could turn a trailer hitch into a delicacy! That’s what Jam-A-Que is to me! The vibe was amazing! Bruce was such a gracious host. He and his lovely wife made everyone feel at home with their southern hospitality. The music was awesome! Dangerous Dan Toler, Chris Hicks, and The Southern Rock Society just to name a few. It was truly a party in the best sense of the word. We got to meet so many great people from all over the country. I am forever in debt to Susan from Southern Fried Magazine for introducing us to her lovely mom and Jane Van Zant. I felt like I’ve always known these people, as if we’re all related. I’ve thought about it since and I have come to the conclusion that we are kin. We’re all part of that Southern Rock Family. Getting to play songs from our new CD in front of Southern Rock Royalty was a blast! We jammed, the rain poured, and nobody cared about the weather because we were all together! And that’s what Southern Rock and Jam-A-Que is all about! God Bless Ya’ll! Hope to see you again real soon! Ronnie (Preacher Stone) From Rich Pierce of Rambler: Bruce, you out did yourself this year bro , The Jam A Que will be something I will remember for the rest of my life. Every person I met or saw performed was of exeptional character and heart . SImply an amazing group of people coming together for an amazing day of being regular folk and for all who performed/ It was just surreal and simply awesome . God Bless you, your family and everyone who attended and / or played their hearts out! Forever Grateful, ~Rich~
Last Updated ( Wednesday, 17 June 2009 )

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David Frankie Toler

Dan Toler has set up an account for his brother David (frankie) Toler as he is going
to need a Liver Transplant to survive. He is going to need help with all his
hospital bills, rejection drugs, housing, transportation, food and everyday
living expenses while recovering. This is assuming he gets the transplant.
This is the perfect opportunity for our fans and friends to give back to
someone who has given to all of us for so many years thru his fantastic
drumming with bands like The Allman Brothers, Marshall Tucker, etc.

"Just walk into any Bank of America and make a donation to "Frankie Toler
Medical & Living Assistance Fund". I appreciate it with all my heart and you
will be helping a brother who needs support at this critical time in his life.
A musical benefit will be held at the Bradenton Auditorium January 24th. The
players and the ticket pricing wil be forthcoming.
GOD Bless You All, ".......Dan Toler

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