Dusting Off the Guitar (and Our Social Skills)

Arma Fest has officially started today in Oil City! So, here’s the deal: on September 13th (tomorrow), we’re playing a gig. Yes, a real music gig. And yes, I, Rafi, haven’t picked up a guitar in almost a year. It’s fine. Totally fine. My hands remember what to do… probably. Worst case, I’ll just hold it dramatically and let Klee do all the heavy lifting.

The good news? Klee’s feeling better. Which means we’re slowly allowing ourselves to step back into the world of music, art, and peopling. And by “peopling,” I mean standing in front of actual human beings while attempting to appear like we know what we’re doing. (Spoiler: we don’t, but that’s part of the charm.)

It will feel amazing to watch Klee in her element doing something she truly loves. I may be all thumbs when it comes to music, but she is something magical to behold.

Our Comeback Tour (Kind Of)

This isn’t just a gig; it’s our glorious return to doing things in public. So far, the calendar looks like this:

• Music Gig: September 13th at ARMA Fest (Tomorrow)
• Paint & Sip: Next week at The Exchange in Oil City (Facebook Event Page: https://www.facebook.com/share/1CBsqNaKhN/)
• Gallery Exhibition: Opening at Redbrick Gallery next month (with paintings, jewelry, sculptures, and surprises galore. More info coming soon!)

We’re basically doing all the things at once. Because why ease back into life when you can cannonball into it?

How We Landed This Gig

We weren’t even supposed to play this weekend. Someone canceled, and the organizers called us. Naturally, we said yes. Then we immediately started eating it up in our band marketing:
“Better on the Drums—your favorite replacement band!”
Hey, if you can’t laugh at yourself, you’re missing the point.

The Festival of Epicness

Now, I know you’re thinking, “That’s cool, Rafi, but what else is going on?”
Answer: pretty much everything.

This weekend is ARMA Fest (Allegheny River Music & Art Festival), and it’s shaping up to be insanely epic. Think:

• Live music from rap to rock to Jimmy Buffett tribute bands.
• Food trucks serving pierogi, kettle corn, and whatever magic comes out of something called The Magic Bus.
• Live art demos (glass blowing, caricatures, plein air painting).
• Drum circles, chalk walks, poetry, and even a silent film with a live Wurlitzer organ.
• And us—Better On The Drums—playing in Lindon Alley, 3–4:30 p.m.

Here’s Everything going on (see if you can find us below, I had to add our names… we are so last minute that we are not on any of the actual advertising.) You can also download below.

Basically, if you come out this weekend, you’re guaranteed to leave with a full belly, a song stuck in your head, and possibly a temporary tattoo.

Final Thoughts

Yes, I’m anxious about playing again. Yes, I’m anxious about “peopling.” But you know what? Life’s too short not to show up, make some noise, and have a blast with the creative humans around you.

So if you’re in Oil City on September 13th, come find us in Lindon Alley. Cheer us on. Laugh with us if I forget the chords. And mostly, just soak in the magic of a weekend that’s going to be unforgettable.

See you there,
Rafi (and Klee, the real talent)