Jon Bates and Hamfist at the Armory

Jon was asked to open for Colin Hay on a recent tour through Ashland. So he pulled a few members of Hamfist and some friends into the fray. We had a great time playing Jon’s music (original except the obvious Beatles and Quinn) to friends and new folk alike. Thanks to all the locals who came out to support us. Here are some slightly sexed up board tapes for your pleasure. Jon T. Bates on lead vocals and acoustic guitar, Guiseppe Slim on bass, Cletus on mandolin, E-z on backup vocals, The Kid on keys, banjo, and backup vocals, and Joe Deal on electric guitar.