Good for Everyone

In tough economic times, it stands to reason that charities would take a hit. But what might not be quite so apparent is the recession's effect on another charitable cause: rock musicians. "A lot of bands that I talked to said they were having a harder time getting gigs," says Melissa Freeman, the organizer of today's MayDay-MayDay 2009 benefit show at Kick's Lounge and Eatery (1244 West Foxwood Drive in Raymore, 816-318-8774). So Freeman had a brainstorm: Put together a show that benefits a charity and some bands. "More people means more new fans for the bands," she explains. Attendees can pay whatever they want for today's hootenanny, which gets under way at 11 a.m. and lasts until 9 p.m. with performances from Outlaw Junkies (5 to 7 p.m.), Flannigan's Right Hook (7 to 9 p.m.), Edge of Forever (a Skynyrd tribute band), and Rock Daddy and the Relics. All proceeds benefit Angel Flight Central, a local organization that arranges charity flights for people in need of medical treatment or in times of crisis.
Sat., May 9, 2009