I'm not taking the gig...

[GoddessOfGuinness]

It's a pre-inaugural party, and I really didn't feel like going through security clearance just to have them say "Oops sorry...No DU members allowed." I'd much rather have the satisfaction of saying "No thanks...I'd rather not be a whore for the rethuglican party's money".

I've played for unpleasant clients before...and refused gigs very rarely, when I just found the client too annoying to deal with (and I can deal with almost anybody).

But I had to ask myself..."Would you play for a celebration of Hitler's?
Ok...maybe he's not as bad as Hitler.
So would you play for a party for Charles Manson or Jim Jones?"

The answer being a very clear "NO fucking way," I called my friend and suggested the names of a couple of rethug fiddle players I know. I may not get another offer for that day, but at least I won't feel dirty.

I'm hoping I'll get called to play for an antinaugural party.

Let me know if you hear of something. :beer: