Veterans Park in Shreveport had an amphitheater that hosted Labor Day concerts for a time. It looks like the June show referenced in the notes was maybe the earliest version of that, with Muscular Dystrophy (famous for the Labor Day telethon at that time) listed as the beneficiary.

Stevie Ray Vaughn played there in 1984. The Ken Shepherd in the notes was local DJ Shotgun Ken Shepherd, father of Kenny Wayne Shepherd. Little KWS famously saw that show as a tot and became determined to play guitar.

Joan Jett was there in 1985. South Paw and Flash Kahan were openers for her. I was there somewhere.

South Paw and Danny Johnson & the Bandits played a lot around Shreveport in those days.

There are lots of Facebook posts about those old shows, as well as several pics and news articles from the Twin Blends history guys.

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Posted by Twenty 49

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If I had a million Dollars I would bring that gem back to fruition. My dad has many stories of playing gigs there. My Mom said there was always a good crowd and would make for a fun Saturday/Saturday night.

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South Paw and Danny Johnson & the Bandits played a lot around Shreveport in those days.

Shreveport was fortunate Johnson had so many connections, a lot of really good talent came to town because of him. He played with several high profile bands.

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