On Friday, August 8th, 2009 --the band BEAUTIFULLY CRUDE played their first show with new guitarist Tony Summers and new drummer Pete Bailey. A daunting task, replacing original guitarist Scott Moore, and drummer Gary Belcher. And it was no more easy emotionally, as it was professionally.

Scott and Gary were a key part of the beginning of this band. The songs that spurted out of us in the summer of '08 were magical. The stage chemistry was undeniable. When they decided to step down, so that the band could go on to bigger things, it made it even harder to search for replacements. Out of their love for this band, Scott and Gary performed their last show with the band at the Boobie Bungalo on June 27th.

So, the show last friday was after only 5 weeks of rehearsals, with acoustic shows and farewell shows thrown into the mix along the way! Rehearsals in Derek's basement became like school and the band worked their ass off for about 14 grueling practices. The week of the show the final vocal work was done and it was time to shit or get off the pot.

The show went very well! Following our buds fORMER's last gig wasn't ideal, but we tightened up our emotions (and nerves) and proceeded to play our hearts out for the fans that were there. Performing all the songs that we love so much, and our brand new song, "What About Me." To the delight of the band, the crowd went crazy, and seemed to bond with the new guys nicely.

And the new guys --Tony and Pete-- what can we say? You did an incredible job --despite the huge shoes you had to fill. We were incredibly lucky to have found these guys when we did, cuz the band was in jeopardy of surviving. Thanks guys, for all your hard work and dedication to this band. And welcome to the Crude Camp!!

For our first gig together, we feel very good about how we sounded and performed. Much more learning and bonding is in store for us now. With the present lineup, with new music being written, and pro management on the horizon, we are all very excited for the future of Beautifully Crude. Thanks to everyone who has stuck with us and still love these songs --as much as we love playing them for you. WE LOVE YOU GUYS!! And thanks to Scott Moore for these awesome shots!! Till next time guys, stay Beautifully Crude. ;)~


..BEAUTIFULLY CRUDE 8/8/09..


..BEAUTIFULLY CRUDE 8/8/09..




..BEAUTIFULLY CRUDE 8/8/09..




..BEAUTIFULLY CRUDE 8/8/09..