Blind Chitlin Kahunas, a Night with B-ness
Joel B. Vincent, drummer for Blind Chitlin Kahunas
On a clear, balmy winter night, Dean and I approached the seemingly tiny bar just out of the Milton city limits. With hopes of hearing a great blues band, we approached the door, the boom of music became louder and louder. Opening the door, the smell of cigarettes wafting up my nares, we entered the single room bar, scanning for an empty area to perch. Dean, equipped with only his 50mm lens attached to the D300 was hoping to get a few shots of the band. The lighting was nonexistent, at least not for photographs, and the people seemed to be enjoying themselves. Luckily, Dean was able to work around the low lighting by using his Nikkor 50mm prime lens at f/1.4, barely. The inside of the bar was tight, which also limited the available shots. But he was able to get several that bring out the energy of the band and the personalities of the musicians.
After ordering beers and listening to The Blind Chitlin Kahunas for a few minutes, Dean took the camera and made his way closer to the performers. I stood at the end of the bar, guarding our beverages and took notice to a few key people in the bar who I was entertained with, the dancing couple (such a forgotten past-time) and common to every bar, the wall flowers. The partakers of the festivities were an eclectic mix of local business class and trailer dwellers, all congregating in this loud, smoke filled, dimly lit room. To appropriately illustrate to you how the bar operated: my husband asked the bartender what Yuengling beer they carried, she replied “Uh, Yuengling.” At that point, I was glad we had a beer or two already!
Waiting for a friend, Dean continued finding photo opportunities as I sat sipping my Blue Moon, soaking in the experience. He took about 50 shots that night and once processed, here is what we came up with. Leaving the bar, feeling full of bluesy-soul and beer in addition to topping off the night with the band’s talent on Jimi Hendrick’s “Voodoo Chile (Slight Return)”, we’re excited to see them again! Enjoy!
Chris Bovard, guitarist Blind Chitlin Kahunas
It was a great night of music indeed! I am glad that I joined the two of you at Ye Old Meeting Place. Its a nice little bar – drawing an eclectic clientele to put it mildly. The BCK (Blind Chitlin Kahunas) are definately able to offer an night of fun and great music! Their sound is unbelievable, love you guys!
Yes it was a really nice time. Not too much can beat good, live music! Thanks for coming out!