House Concert in Tucson - Mark Mulligan

I posted about the after-concert activity in Tucson but not about the show itself. Russ and Tamyra hosted a sold out show in their backyard. Norene and I wondered where they were going to fit 80 people but they did it and it worked out well. I was the only Phoenix person there but Mark had a big contingent from San Carlos and Rocky Point and there was a good showing from the Tucson PHC, The Desert Sharks.

Before Mark started, we were treated to a wedding. Pat and Don were high school sweethearts who got separated then reunited 40 years later. Awesome. They're planning on honeymooning in San Carlos at Mulligan's Island Fest. Nice folks, despite being U 0f A fans.

Mark was awesome as always. His younger brother, Dave, spelled him for a song of his own. Dave's in the studio working on his own CD. How cool is that? John Milner joined Mark to close out the show and they rocked together.

I've been watching Mark perform for over 5 years now and this type of event really suits him. His songs are great, but knowing the story behind them makes them have more meaning.

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