Hi Barry,

Well, my worst nightmare has come true: I can't seem to kill "Wickford Express," a name I thought up on the spot, stageside, with no amount of consideration; nothing special, figured we'd change it when we started a "real band." That was in 1979. Now, no matter what I bill us as, Wickford Express comes up, as in "Hey aren't you guys..." And they throw a fit when I tell them we've regrouped, changed the band's name. And, of course, they want the publicity and audience pull W.E. gets, so, again and again, we get billed as Wickford Express. Guess I shouldn't complain about success, but geez, we don't even live in Wickford anymore! "Newport Express?" Particularly liked your suggestion of "Clewless," very appropriate. Who's with me? Everett Brown, Jon Campbell, Nancy Lemme - in varying assorted lineups, depending on the gig and who's available. Yeah, it would be nice to do Mystic 2001; we're ready - do you think Mystic is?

Warning to anyone just forming a band and deciding on a name for it: Take your time and consider it well - the name you choose could be yours forever if you are successful! But, ever the optimist, I am still taking suggestions for a new name. Back to the drawingboard, Barry Bones!

Regards, Cindy