The benefit concert on April 26th in Houston, Missouri featuring Country music band Farewell Angelina was a huge success with a near-sellout crowd in attendance. The four-member all-female band performed several songs including covers of classic hits made famous by The Eagles and The Animals as well as a cover of an appropriately-titled song: “Radioactive” made famous by Imagine Dragons. Make no mistake, though, the sounds and harmonies were pure Country from start to finish. Cheers and applause from the enthusiastic and energetic crowd were unbridled throughout the evening.
The Melba Performing Arts Center in Houston served as the venue for the concert. The sound quality throughout this intimate yet modern theater was crisp and clear. Several organizations throughout Houston and Texas County use this theater for a variety of events. All of us with Southwest Missouri Regional Skywarn are thankful for the use of this facility.
Houston-area business Pizza Express served as the location of the VIP After Party. Several dozen folks attended and enjoyed delicious eats along with photo opportunities with the band. Pictured to the right with members of Farewell Angelina are Michael, N0NQW, and Richard, KB0MPO.
Special thanks to Richard, KB0MPO, and Pizza Express for sponsoring this benefit concert. All net proceeds will help pay for tower climbing services needed for a complete overhaul of the 145.490 MHz. repeater in Fordland, Missouri. We also thank everyone who attended this event for their support. Finally, a big thank you to the four talented ladies who are Farewell Angelina! We love your music, and we will be listening to the “3 meter band” and online for your music.