Greetings drunks.
Sorry it took so long to get a new blog up but I've been pretty busy and besides, I didn't remember that much from the last show anyway. I was loaded.
Thanks to everyone that sent in their pictures. Some of them have been posted on our website, www.mad-laughter.com. Continue to send those pictures in.
 Anyway, back to our June 16th show in Cudahy, WI at Uptown Mo's. Starting the night off were our friends, The Dead Morticians. As usual, they put on a great set and brought a few new faces to the show. They've got a good fan base and it's easy to see why it's growing all the time, great music and good crowd interaction. This was our first show with these guys since New Year's Eve because Rich, of the Morticians, recently had hip surgery (he's 80 years old). It was good to have them back in front of a crowd with us. Feel free to check out their Myspace site and let Rich know you're glad to have him back on the scene with us.
 The next band up that night was Beerfish. This was our first show with these guys and it won't be our last! I saw them play a show a few months ago and I knew right away they would fit in fine with a booze-lovin' Mad Laughter crowd. Their mix of classic and current rock favorites had their fans fired up. A medly of Black Sabbath helped them win the crowd. I'd have to say my favorite was their version of "Sargeant D and the S.O.D." . Hell, you just don't hear that one anymore. They had me and the boys from The Dead Morticians singin' along to that little ditty.
 The energy level was still high thanks to those two great openers and now, it was time for Mad Laughter to hit the stage. We started our set and instantly the crowd  moved right up to the area where we were playing. That let me know that the people who are there came to see us and they don't want to miss a thing. After a brief power glitch caused by alot of amps and lights wired into an old bar, our show continued. The fans in attendance were calling out the songs they wanted to hear. There were a few old school fans that wanted to hear their favorite Mad Laughter originals and when they were played, they sang along to every word (I can't get enough of that). When we played our version of "Indians" by Anthrax, the place went crazy! Everyone got near a microphone and helped sing the chorus. Paul from Beerfish even stayed up and sang some Slayer with us (Great job man! You're welcome on our stage anytime).
 I got loaded, all the bands had a great time and thanks to all the drink-specials, the people in attendance got thoroughly shit-faced too. 
Mission accomplished.
 Thanks again to Brad and Lisa from Uptown Mo's, The Dead Morticians and Beerfish for their help putting on a great show! I can't wait to do it again.
Stay drunk,
-Lee-

 Blog time again kids. This is the part of the week where I share my recent show experiences with you, the Mad Laughter fans. (Drunks with computer access).
 Last Saturday, we played a show in Greenfield, WI at The Fatboy Roadhouse. We've played here before and were ready for a good time because, we were playing with some our friends, Tattooed Bruise.
 We've played a handful of shows with this group and there is always a good blend of styles between us. Both bands can draw pretty well at any local show so, we take turns headlining and opening for each other. This night we took the opening spot.
 We arrived early and started to set up. We had it pretty easy this time, we were sharing alot of equipment and, we didn't have to supply the lights or sound. This helped free up some time for me to get to the bar.
 We started our set and had some fans rocking after the first few songs. A few folks in the back seemed a little confused but, we hooked them in with a Mad laughter renditition of Voodoo Chile by Jimi Hendrix. Soon, everybody was into the show and having a good time. A few shouts for "Slayer" could be heard so, we had to oblige. The Slayer tunes were a hit, as they always are. We mixed in a few originals and even had time for a requested Sabbath encore. We finished our set and had the crowd ready for the next act.
 As, I watched Tattooed Bruise set up, one of the bar patrons asked "why aren't you guys famous yet?" I told him thanks for the compliment and, I didn't know the answer.
Like every semi-professional band, we send our promo kits out, advertise like crazy and, abuse the internet. All with hopes of getting signed and hitting it big. I've been asked that question before but, I still don't know the answer. I guess as long as everyone has a good time and, you know you put on a good performance, you're on the right track. So, keep spreading the word for us local drunks and I'll keep playing.
 Tattooed Bruise played their set of covers mixed with originals and received good response from the people there.  The bar thinned out a little but, the people that stayed were the only one's that mattered. They were the die-hard fans. They were fired up and, wanted to hear some Pantera. Tattooed Bruise ripped into "Walk" and the the metalheads were pleased. Including myself, who came straight from the bar to help sing a few lines.
 I had a good time playing the early time slot. After our set,  I went to the bar and had a few shots with some fans and, a few of the members of Fallout and Black Crossroad (two very good local bands).
 The drinks were flowing and the music was good. What more can you ask out of a night than that? (Maybe to get laid but, that's another story.) We signed a CD, took some pictures with fans and, got good feedback from the night's performance.
 Overall, I say it was a good time.
 Thanks to Lisa and The Fatboy Roadhouse for having us. And, thanks to Tattooed Bruise for another great show.

Stay drunk,
-Lee-

 Mad Laughter is currently looking for a Sign-Girl.
If you've ever been to a Mad laughter show, you've seen our Sign-Girls. They hold signs with the name of each song we play (kinda like a ring girl in boxing). It's a paying gig (low paying that is) and, you'll get the satisfaction of knowing you've helped entertain drunks that probably can't read the signs anymore.
 As for qualifications, there aren't many.

You must have an out-going personality. This gig is 90% fun and 10% alcoholism. (Or, vice-versa)

You must like drinking.
Many fans will be buying you drinks at the show and, it's rude not to accept free booze. (This is why we are currently without a Sign-Girl. They are all in rehab).

You must be attractive. (Or at least attractive to a captive bunch of drunks).
All our Sign Girls are of the highest caliber.

Remember, you will be a representative for Mad Laughter. You will get drunk, have your picture taken, sign t-shirts, and, draw on passed out drunks just like Mad Laughter.
 If you are interested in applying for this position (and who wouldn't). Feel free to leave a comment below, contact us through our website www.mad-laughter.com or, come down to a show early.

-Lee-