Comments on Machine Gun Thompson's Blog: CHICAGO MC5 PLAY THE 1968 DEMOCRAT CONVENTION

I remember that time well and yes I was there duri...

2011-02-20T09:17:10.938-05:00

I remember that time well and yes I was there during the 60's. Everything is still about the same it is just that those in power do things in a more covert manner, as well as more strictly control the press. We all had a chance to change this country, unfortunately we lost momentum through drugs and by being seduced by greed. Such a shame, such a wasted chance. I doubt I will see the same again in my life time.

It's a delicious irony, that all that surveill...

2009-12-11T06:53:52.431-05:00

It's a delicious irony, that all that surveillance footage is now appreciated by none but MC5 fans.
The Chicago Democrat political machine that set the force on the kids in 1968 is known worldwide as a byword for corruption - six Illinois governors convicted. And that machine has now gotten a man into the White House.

"Dennis, i got to Lincoln Park that day as th...

2009-12-07T18:40:58.817-05:00

"Dennis, i got to Lincoln Park that day as the cops were clearing the place out, when i got to the Zoo Parking Lot, Cops were all around my '63 ford and all 4 tires were slashed, Being only 17, they never did get a hold of me..."

Hey, how's it goin? I just wanna say, I got a ...

2009-12-07T18:36:15.704-05:00

Hey, how's it goin?
I just wanna say, I got a bootleg of A True Testimonial (hope this doesn't upset you!)! It's one of my fave films!!! Up there with Ferbush and the Penguins and The Shout!!
Hope your doin ok with the passing of your father.
Your in our thoughts, as is your music!
P.S: I wanna hear Secrets!!! How can I????
Leo

"They only wanna shake it up, baby Dance to t...

2009-12-07T06:57:43.481-05:00

"They only wanna shake it up, baby
Dance to the rockin' bands
They only want a little excitement
They like to get a little outta hand . . ."