The Mississippi River Festival

Incomplete and at times inaccurate

I have a mantra that I've enjoyed ever since I quit boozin', "Expectations? I don't need no stinking expectations"Unfortunately I must have had some when I ordered this book because I was excited when it came but I was done lQQking at in about 15 minutes. Soon as I had time to look at each photo twice there wasn't much left to it.Don't get me wrong, I'm sure anytime I want to show my grandkids where grandpa took his parents to see the WHO or tell them about watching music in the rain this book will come in handy.I guess I was hoping for some nostalgia that it didn't capture. Or, maybe I'm just irritated because they didn't do a decent write-up on the Grateful Dead or try to describe how cool it was back when you could take your blanket and cooler and 5 bucks for a lawn ticket and enjoy total grooviness. No cops, no hassles, just fun and music, as it should be.Hopefully I can use the photos to generate the memories to tell my g'children. Nothing much there to read to them.I guess I was hoping the book would be as cool as the times I had there. Oh well.

I was a student "security guard" for the 1971 and 1972 seasons. With this book, I can better share that unforgettable experience with my children.

As a former employee there I was anxious to get this book and I was not disappointed when I did. LOTS of great memories rushed forth, the pictures of Skip Manley made me long to see the old man again, he always bought drinks. I wish she was still open, it was one of the best concert venues in North America and rock bands LOVED playing there as it had the only air conditioned outdoor stage in the world. Great home made food backstage for the bands too (courtesy Cindy Huckleberry and sisters.)

My father worked the MRF in the 70s and it was truly a delight reliving his experiences through this wonderful picture-book. Complete with excerpts , if you are familiar with the festival you will not be disappointed !