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Mob wedding?!?!?!

Most of the times those type of events are fine, and sometimes even better than normal events. I remember playing a Hell's Angels party once and everyone was super nice, respectful, and grateful for our services. I'd do it again in a heartbeat
when I rolled up to my hells angels gig we were all totally unaware it was for them. great gig but really spooked us when we pulled up
 
Oh man I just found out this weekends gig is for a mobsters kid!!! like legit Chicago mafia wedding at a mafia hotel. holly hell Im going to keep my mouth shut!
Been through one of those back in the 70's. The daughter of the local restaurant and bartenders union president. 14 peice band with Al Martino plus a quartet flown over from Sically. My music career was dormant at the time but I managed the place where it was held. A bit stressful for a kid in his late 20's. A great story but too long for here.
 
Bring an old Peavey rig so that you can shelter behind in case of gunfire & remember if someone asks you to go fishing afterwards make your self scarce, leave your "wireless" gear at home, that may draw attention & for your sake make sure the drummer doesn't hit on the bride
 
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