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I went down to the Jayhawks show at First Avenue last night. It was packed, but it was a mellow crowd so it didn't feel overly stuffed. Plus, seeing as it was basically impossible to get back to the bar, I only drank the one beer I picked up on my way in, ensuring I never had to worry about fighting my way up to the bathroom. Here's to being a dude.

The show was a benefit for the Development of Music & Arts Foundation, which is a non-profit that falls under First Avenue's wing. I think DMAF's mandate has something to do with supporting up-and-coming musicians and - surprise - the clubs that give them a place to play. This is important because First Avenue is trying desperately to recover from one of its semi-annual financial crises. The Jayhawks claimed "they would be nothing without this club" and seemed happy to help out. I seemed happy to go listen. Funny how that works.

Highlight inside the show was Gary falling off the stage. Highlight outside the show was being dumped into the street at the same time as the Insane Clown Posse show let out of the Target Center next door.

Uhh, hey Jugaloos, what's happening?