Blue Light Kirkland, Washington 1966-1968    The band was the combination of the best from two schools, Redmond and Marysville. In addition to trying to be an accomplished musical unit, we were very proficient at choreography (ala The Raiders) and featured very tight harmonies and three superb lead singers. We won the NW Battle of the Bands in 1967. The national competition never materialized. In 1966 The Sydicate of Sound (Hey Little Girl) won the National competition and we hoped to go to Hollywood and win the 1967 contest. We did get $2,000 worth of Vox gear and a contract. More information can be found at www.pnwbands.com/bluelight Personnel: Randy Solvang - Guitar Don Paulson - Vocals Brent Thompson - Organ Steve Pittson - Bass Dave Bloom - Drums Influences: Rascals, Buckinghams, Beatles, Stones, Paul Revere Setlist Sample: Kicks, Groovin', Mercy Mercy, To Love Somebody Equipment: Vox Super Beatle Amps (3), Gretsch Country Club, Hammond B-3 Rehearsal Space: Home basement and Gold Creek Club Band Vehicles: 1963 Ford Econoline and a Cadillac Hearse. Fashion Statement: Beatle boots, Frilly shirts, vests, Pierre ties. Best Gig: Winning Northwest Battle of the Bands which launched our career. Gig from Hell!: Enlisted Club, Pier 91. Pickpocket took our pay. Last Gig: Everett Skating Rink with The Sonics, May 1968. Comments: This was an exciting time musically in the NW and we had an opportunity to open for many great entertainers.        Where are they now? Spring, 2005 All members are still alive and well. Randy, Brent and Steve are all in WA, Don in NY and Dave in AK.    Information contributed by Randy Solvang randysolvang@hotmail.com

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