Doc Lockridge  -  2004 and beyond!
I left MAINSTREET in 2004, because I felt it was time to "slow down".   I had been performing virtually every weekend, for many years, and it was getting more difficult to look forward to each gig.   I had no intention of stopping completely - I just wanted the opportunity to choose... to perform, or not perform.   To that end, things have worked out wonderfully.   I do fill-in work from time to time, on both Guitar and Bass.   I continue to spend a lot of time in my home studio - on projects for others, and for myself.   I'm writing and recording new material again, for which I am truly grateful.   I  continue to move forward, always remembering the old saying, "We cannot direct the wind, but we can adjust the sails".   And so, I sail onward ...


January 10, 2004 -  Rodeo Joe came together for a bittersweet reunion, at The Gathering.   The Tony Hopkins Band and Along For The Ride joined Rodeo Joe, in a concert to raise money for Cazden Lowery, the grandson of band member Scott Pate.  Cazden  had been diagnosed with neuroblastoma, a rare form of childhood cancer that affects the nervous system. Solemn in purpose, this gig was also a joyous event, allowing us to reconnect with the many loyal fans who had supported us for so many years.  A sincere thanks to all that attended.


September, 2004 - Here I am performing with Red Eye Max, at the Bloomington Moose Lodge.   Shortly after the band was formed, their lead guitarist was tragically killed in a motorcycle accident.    I helped them fulfill the gigs they had booked, while they searched for a new guitarist.



October, 2004 - Chris Hannon, affectionately known to MAINSTREET as "Spanky", passed away after a courageous battle with brain cancer.   Chris had originally taken over on guitar during one of my absences from the band, later switching to drums.   He was a good family man, a good friend, and he continued to play music, to the very end.   Rock on, Spanky!



October, 2006  -  Here is a shot of Bloomington's own,
Justin Case Band, during a live recording session at
the legendary Port Hole Inn.   Located on the south shore of beautiful Lake Lemon, the Port Hole has been serving up catfish, beer and music, for as long as I can remember.


That's Dave Welch on drums and vocals,
Rhonda Welch on keyboards and vocals,
Don Campbell on bass and vocals,and
Jerry Minger on guitar, banjo and vocals.


Be sure to catch this wonderfully entertaining band
the next time they're at The Port Hole,
and don't leave without a copy of their live CD!


On June 23, 2009, I had the pleasure of performing with the Justin Case band, filling in on bass, for Don Campbell.  The evening was made even more fantastic,
with a visit by long-time friends Terry and Matt Sheehan.  Terry and Matt played a couple of numbers with the band, Terry playing guitar, and Matt playing bass.  Then
Terry finished out the set, playing guitar along with Jerry.  Justin Case was smokin' with the addition of Terry's hot Texas blues licks, and a great time was had by all!
Thanks, guys!!!

Here is Rodeo Joe performing at the 2009 Monroe County Fall Festival.

Thanks to all who came out to see us, especially those loyal friends from the "old days" at The Gathering!

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