Pedal steel.  The crying machine.  Like flying a helicopter while standing in a hammock.  A few brave souls have applied themselves to this mysterious instrument and mastered it's unique, voice-like sound.  John Rickard is one of them.  He's been obsessed with this contraption since he was a boy and has played with damn near every band that has ever utilized a pedal steel in their act.  He's also an in-demand guitar tech and has traveled the world with numerous bands in that capacity.  He's full of great stories and loves to laugh so come on in and enjoy this raucous hang-out with one of the greats.