Gonerfest 9
Blues, booze, and BBQs. If that’s not reason enough to head to Memphis, add Gonerfest, an underground music festival hosted by Goner records’ founder Eric Friedl. 2012 marked the ninth festival in almost as many years, and with bands like The Spits, The Oblivians, and Nobunny headlining, there wasn’t a moment to be missed. So, Al Partanen, Justin Modica, Preston Harper and I were Memphis-bound to check out the music and local terrain. Thanks to Goner for still putting out good music and a great festival. I hope to see you at number 10. —Joe Hammeke
Crusty spots and rad skating all day. Big parties and rocking shows every night. Thanks Goner Records and Memphis for such a good time. As seen in the May mag.
Eric Friedl of Goner Records and The Oblivians
River City Tanlines
Justin Modica, pole jam rock fakie
Nobunny
Shit side
Preston Harper, back 5-0
Al Partanen dives into the crowd while The Spits rip the stage
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