It’s been awhile

Hello, it’s been such a long time since I’ve posted here. 

I’m no longer selling Avon products so no more of those posts! 😉 

I’ve been super busy but I did have the chance to see and meet 

my idol, Richie Kotzen! What a great night last Friday in Sacramento! 

Richie headlined the show at Holy Diver, playing a sold out show.

Also playing was Gus G. who opened the night with an amazing 

performance and Vinnie Moore who was also awesome! Dennis Ward 

and Patrick Johansson were also there performing with Gus And Vinnie.

What a night! They all rocked the house, tremendous talent there! 

I had the chance to meet Richie, Dylan Wilson and Mike Bennett

before the show. My sister and I attended sound check where they 

played 3 songs. Richie signed all the CDs I brought as well as his

Photo. I asked Dylan and Mike to sign the photo as well. Mike gave 

me his drumstick he had broken during soundcheck and we talked 

awhile with them before leaving to get ready for the evening. They 

we’re all so very sweet, kind and humble. They are one fantastic trio! 

They have been playing together for 8 years and the band is tight.

They have a great presence onstage and off. It’s refreshing to see them

get along so well together, working and having fun while doing so. 

I have been a fan of Richie for many years now, beginning with the 

first time I saw a Mr. Big video on YouTube of Eric Martin and Richie

singing and playing an acoustic version of their hit “Shine” which

Richie wrote. From then on, I was hooked. He has the best vocals out

there as well as being a virtuoso guitarist. Most of his albums he’s put out, 

more than 20, have him playing every instrument. This guy is pure talent!

I had the extreme pleasure of attending the Mr. Big and Friends 

Celebration of Life for Pat Torpey on May 23, 2018 in Agoura Hills.

What a great night that was! The love for Pat was felt so strongly. 

Richie opened the show, fabulous set! He was in Mr. Big from 1999-2002,

as well as touring with his band in which Pat was with him. 

Such a tragic loss when Pat passed away from complications of
Parkinson’s. He is sadly missed.

Here are some photos and some artwork I have been doing.

Richie Kotzen

 Dylan Wilson

Mike Bennett

Gus G.

Richie and I after the show

Richie and I before sound check

Dylan, Mike and I after the show