I LOVE THE VAULT 350!! A great venue in a great neighborhood. Last Christmas I came early and checked out the joint from upstairs. Punk lives in Long Beach! I was joined by new pals, school teachers whom I met when the Dickies played the Autry June 18, 2004.

The Dickies were as energetic and lively as ever. The Addicts entertaining as well. I wrote my out-of-state pal, Michael Pilmer and his girlfriend, JB, about the Dickies playing in March, cos I promised we'd have fun next time he's in town. We're going to have a "Beer with Fear." My great volunteer, Kurt, who drives from Long Beach to my pad to scan proof sheets will also be my guest. We can't wait. It's a rare time I can gather my younger fans together to enjoy a band I shot in the beginning and with whom they grew up with. And at a great venue -- large stage, great sound, beautiful lights, strong drinks. What more can you want? See you at the Vault!!! And have dinner downtown, but leave room for the drinks. Wowsa!!

Wait, more news! CHEAP TRICK April 9 ("Dream Police," "I want you to want me," love them even though their manager Ken Adamany stole my negatives and then banned me from ever shooting them again). THE GO-GO's May 31, whom I shot in the early days when they were punk and not even in a band, love them and so PROUD of them.

Is the Vault happening or what? We got the beat!!!