Phil Pollard: Benefit for Laith a Huge Success
As anybody who was out that night (and can remember it) will tell you, the benefit for Laith Keilany, and the Thompson Cancer Center, was a huge success. It was a way to help out a friend, help out folks in need, and, it was a way to say thanks to Laith for so many benefits he has played. Slaps on the back go to Bryan Benson, Lenore Kinder, and Matt Urmy for putting together the night that included twenty five bands, ten venues, and everyone in Knoxville. With the matching funds from 21st Mortgage, the benefit raised over $11,000.
Not since Bonnaroo have I seen so many people all having a good time; I guess that's why several folks started calling the event Laitharoo. Laith will be back on his Knoxville feet in November, and I know the oud will be back on the scene (and on the benefit circuit).