Stars & Steel Concert- Benton, Il Oct 23, 24 & 25

Chris Castle · Post by **Chris Castle** » 4 Oct 2014 6:40 pm

I am sad to announce that I can not make the show this year due to getting hired on a new job at home. I start next week and there is no possible way to get off for a few days that I would need for the show. I will try my best to make it next year when things have calmed down with work and college. Thank you Bobby for the invite and hope you have a great show!!

Carl Kilmer · Post by **Carl Kilmer** » 8 Oct 2014 2:23 pm

Hi Chris, sorry you can't be there. We're all gonna miss your
great playing for sure, but wish you the best on your new job.
For the rest of you, don't forget the show is only 2 weeks away.
Carl "Lucky" Kilmer

Carl Kilmer · Post by **Carl Kilmer** » 12 Oct 2014 3:18 am

Down to 11 days and counting. Don't forget to book your rooms
and get your advanced tickets from Bobby while you think of it.
Going to be a fantastic show. Look forward to seeing you there.
Carl "Lucky" Kilmer

Bobby D. Reed · Post by **Bobby D. Reed** » 12 Oct 2014 1:18 pm

We're sure glad to have you back this year Dave.Anyone else interested in Vendor space there is some left. Just email or call me. Thanks....Bobby

Clark Doughty · Post by **Clark Doughty** » 12 Oct 2014 6:21 pm

Hi Bobby,
I emailed you about 3/4 weeks ago re vendor space and show tickets.......haven't heard back from you.......clark

Carl Kilmer · Post by **Carl Kilmer** » 12 Oct 2014 6:36 pm

Hi Clark, you can call Bobby at 615 419 9642 and he'll take care of you.
Look forward to seeing you there. It's gonna be a good show for sure.

Bobby D. Reed · Post by **Bobby D. Reed** » 12 Oct 2014 8:07 pm

Once again Clark I'm sorry for not getting back. I sent a PM and an email.
Chris I'm sorry you can't make it. We will miss you. Time is running down fast so I urge everyone to get your plans made. Thanks to all for your interest and support....Bobby

Larry Baker · Post by **Larry Baker** » 16 Oct 2014 5:45 pm

Regretfully and Sadly, Jean and I will not be able to make the show. We was so looking forward to it. Due to some health issues, We feel we should not get to far from home and our Doctors.
Thank you Bobby for the invitation, and hope we can make the next one. We will miss all of our friends and all the great pickers. God Bless, Larry and Jean

Bill Dobkins · Post by **Bill Dobkins** » 16 Oct 2014 8:50 pm

I really wanted to play this show. I've been practicing for weeks to get ready, BUT as luck would have it my grandsons football team made the playoff's and will be playing for the championship that weekend. Because I'm one of the coaches I can't get out of it. I'm very sorry Bobby but don't forget me for future shows. If I can come I will, but only to listen and visit. You and your show is the best.
Thanks for the invite.

Bobby D. Reed · Post by **Bobby D. Reed** » 17 Oct 2014 5:37 am

Sorry you can't make it Bill. Good luck with the game....Bobby

Lyle Clary · Post by **Lyle Clary** » 17 Oct 2014 6:02 pm

Six days and counting for a good time to be had by all!

Mike Johnson · Post by **Mike Johnson** » 20 Oct 2014 6:55 pm

We're looking forward to seeing eveyone in Benton, this weekend!

Larry Dering · Post by **Larry Dering** » 21 Oct 2014 10:50 am

Mike, I am looking forward to hearing you play again. So glad you are able to attend.

Lyle Clary · Post by **Lyle Clary** » 21 Oct 2014 5:50 pm

For you Mike.

Carl Kilmer · Post by **Carl Kilmer** » 21 Oct 2014 6:55 pm

Mike, we're all very happy and excited you'll be here again.
Only 2 more days to go.

Clark Doughty · Post by **Clark Doughty** » 22 Oct 2014 9:14 am

Benton Civic Center
414 West Hudelson Street, Benton, IL 62812, USA, 618-435-5700

Larry Dering · Post by **Larry Dering** » 26 Oct 2014 5:35 am

What a show. Dave Bolin, Mike and Joanie Johnson, Joe Wright, Amber Martin, Lynn, and a take no prisoners band with Greg Galbraith and Rick Boyer. I can't remember the drummers name but I can tell you he was excellent. The sound was great and the players on there game. Bobby did a fine job and even sang a tender ballad of the Unknown Soldier. I was touched by the words and playing of the great Ron Elliot, his tone and touch on the steel is always sweet and heavenly. I feel sorry for any player who missed this show. Thank you Bobby for another show i will always remember.

Paul Wade · Post by **Paul Wade** » 26 Oct 2014 5:52 am

larry,
had to miss the show because of family. sounds like
a great one. would like to see some pictures.

p.w

Larry Dering · Post by **Larry Dering** » 26 Oct 2014 6:15 am

Sorry Paul, i am not a camera guy. Hopefully someone else will chip in here. Just an outstanding effort on all counts. I almost missed this as my wife is undergoing chemotherapy for cancer and i wasn't sure she would be able to attend. She wanted me to go so she pushed ahead and insisted we make it. I cannot tell you what an effort that was on her part. My partner for 30+ years and she loves the steel guitar. Am i lucky or what?

Ron Elliott · Post by **Ron Elliott** » 26 Oct 2014 10:21 am

Bobby, Thank you so much for your kind invitation to play in your Shows in Benton ILL. We enjoyed the music and the Friendship from everyone. Your entire staff was wonderful in helping setup on stage,loading and unloading our equipment. All the guys and girls were so helpful. Don Lampley was so great in setup and sound,...also his bass-playing and singing on the shows. Thank you so much, and should you need us again, we are here for you. Leslie and I look forward to seeing you, Mary Lou and all you staff again. Leslie and Ron Elliott.

Clark Doughty · Post by **Clark Doughty** » 26 Oct 2014 10:21 am

If you had to miss this show you missed one of the very best. Bobby goes all out to put on a great show and this one was no exception. In his shows there is something for everyone regardless of what you like. Great players who played their hearts out and great singers plus a top notch band. Can't beat it no matter where you go. Thanks Bobby and staff for putting on a first class show.......looking forward to next year....clark and lucy

Annette Wheeler · Post by **Annette Wheeler** » 26 Oct 2014 4:25 pm

What a wonderful time we had! Barry and I thoroughly enjoyed the whole weekend. Thanks again to Bobby Reed for inviting us to be a part of the show and thanks to all the great musicians who backed us up. This was our 3rd trip to this show and we have made so many new friends and hope to come back every year.

Don Lampley · Post by **Don Lampley** » 26 Oct 2014 5:29 pm

Wanted to say a big thanks to all the players and singers that made this show a success also to all that attended. It was a pleasure working with all of you hope to do it again .

David Bolin · Post by **David Bolin** » 26 Oct 2014 5:37 pm

Bobby, Thanks for inviting Christine and myself again this year. What a great show it was! Steel guitar and great singers singing real country music, meeting new friends and seeing old friends, you can't beat it! Thanks again to Bobby,and the rest of the crew that worked so hard to make it possible.

Wally Taylor · Post by **Wally Taylor** » 26 Oct 2014 9:22 pm

I absolutely had a blast at the show and got to meet so many wonderful players and people. I have wanted to meet Ron Elliot for a long time now and I certainly was not disappointed, the man was amazing. All the performers were great and I sure plan on being back there!
Thanks for a great day!

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