132: Wrestling Talk, Spring '95 & March Madness Brackets

In episode 132 of The Bluest Tape, hosts Harvey Couch, Jeff Kolath, and guest Sam Holt catch up on recent adventures, share stories from the road, and dive into music memories, wrestling nostalgia, and March Madness predictions.

Topics Discussed:

• Jeff recaps his experience at the "In Memory of Dickie Betts" show at Macon City Auditorium
• Sam Holt shares updates on upcoming shows in Asheville (March 28 at The Grey Eagle) and Charleston (March 29 at Pour House) for "Sam Holt Band Presents Remembering Mikey and Todd"
• Discussion of all-star tribute shows and their dynamics from a musician's perspective
• Memories of Widespread Panic's Spring 1995 tour, with Sam sharing stories of traveling to shows with friends
• Randolph-Macon College soundboard recording from 4/22/95 and other standout shows from that era
• Extended wrestling talk featuring Memphis wrestling legends Dave Brown and Lance Russell. Check out this video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KTS3JDUwzD0
• Jeff and Harvey's March Madness bracket predictions, with both picking Houston vs Florida in the finals

Guest Info:

• Sam Holt (guitarist) discusses upcoming shows, touring with JoJo Hermann in July, and shares stories from his time on the road

Recommendations:

• Sam: Alice in Chains discography and Jim Cornette's wrestling podcasts
• Jeff: Suss (ambient country band) performing with Immersion at Crosstown Arts
• Harvey: Dawes performance at the Grammy Awards and the Gabby Petito documentary on Netflix

Notable Quotes:

• "That's why we do these things. That's why we drive to Macon, Georgia and spend a bunch of money to go see the bands and the music you love." - Jeff on seeing magical concert moments
• "We've lived through some incredibly cool experiences together. And we still like on those days text each other and be like, you know, do you remember where we were 30 years ago today." - Sam on music friendships

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