Simpleman Cruise 2011
38 Special is getting back on the boat! We are excited to announce we’ll be sailing once again on the Simple Man Cruise in 2011! We're thrilled to be joining the 5th cruise adventure, with the band that’s closest to our family – Skynyrd - and hope you can join us!
We'll be sailing with Lynyrd Skynyrd, Little Feat, Blackberry Smoke, Heather Luttrell, Tom Hambridge & the Rattlesnakes, Leroy Powell, Swampdawamp, Truth & Salvage Company and a full lineup of more than a dozen bands from January 20-24th, 2011 from Tampa, FL, to Grand Cayman on the Carnival Inspiration.
We are sure you’ve heard the stories, and the past 4 years of this event sound unforgettable (we know last year was!). We want you to join us in making this year’s event the biggest celebration of the southern rock community yet! We don’t want to be there without you, so please come on board with us!
There are less than 50 cabins left, so hurry and get one of the last! Prices start at $649 per person (based on double occupancy) plus $149 per person for taxes and fees. To book your cabin today, head on over to Simplemancruise.com or call 877-SIXTHMAN and book your cabin. With less than 50 to go, make plans to join us today!
We can’t wait to see you on board!
See you on the cruise!
-38 Special
38 Special was featured on
the CMT show 'Road Pranks'.
To watch their hilarious reactions when a trip to the park
goes wrong just click on the video below.
(Make sure to pause the audio player above)
38 Special
Entertains our servicemen in Cuba
We arrived on a military flight from Jax. I was struck by the lack of warships and planes. I saw a few patrol boats w 50 cal guns but no apparent heavy force.
It seemed almost like a vacation destination... beautiful tropical desert. Iguanas have the right of way.
The first hint that my initial impression would be severely altered was in the frequent warnings about where we could and could not point our cameras. On our way to the tour the Joint Task Force detention facility, the warnings went like, "when we get to the top of the hill, no pictures of anything, period. In fact, if your camera or cell phone is even visible, it will be confiscated. In other words, put them completely away."
We crested the hill to see the beautiful caribbean laid out in front of us. When we hit the first checkpoint the vibe totally changed. Ultra serious security that made the airport TSA screenings seem like a Barney Big Hug. The unfortunate images of terrorist detainees in orange jump suits, on their knees behind crude razor wire are still what most of us think about when we think about this place. That camp, while still standing, was only used for 3 months after 9/11, and the new one is huge and very modern.
The "enemy combatants" are treated as well as you could imagine...much better than a criminal in prison. We had to be quiet so as not to disturb them...seriously. The prisoners in this case are much different and FAR more dangerous than the common criminal however. The high security wing is so impressive I will have to just tell you in person, but the dedication and commitment to the mission, courage and flat out competence of the Joint Task Force, should make us all sleep well at night.
We have met many of Americas finest over the years but these guys are on the front lines of the war on terrorism for a reason. They do a job without which, have no doubt, our lives would look a lot different in a very very bad way. Last night we rocked loud enough for Castro to hear, the troops joined us, and I was again reminded of how blessed we are to be Americans.
The band and crew would like to thank the following for their stellar treatment and welcoming spirit.
Commander Mike Folgum
Captain Blaisedell
Command Master Chief Carlson
Commander Jeff Johnston
Joint Task Force GITMO
The Marine Corps Security Force Company
Morale Welfare & Recreation Staff
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Heil Sound, Ernie Ball strings and picks,
DiMarzio Pickups,
PEARL Drums,
EVANS Drumheads,
SABIAN Cymbals,
VIC FIRTH
Drumsticks,
AUDIX Microphones, GROOVEJUICE,
DAndrea Picks,
Line 6, Tone Pros Bridges,
Sennheiser Radios, Gibson Guitars,
Ed Beaver Guitars in Nashville, Tour Supplies.
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