Last night at Sips I had The Som open. Jimmy plays in a few local bands, but has a real cool solo project going. Doc Johnson, my mandolin player in the Prairie Fire, showed up unexpectedly so we got an extra treat. Before the show I had stopped by my mother's and was looking through 'The Burl Ive's Songbook' and found a song I sometimes play called "Wayfaring Stranger". There was an entire third verse I never knew existed. So I played that with the third verse for the first time.
Christophe Murdock &
Doc Johnson
08-29-2011
SHOW#2011.108
Sips Downtown Kafe
Shawnee, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. Bad Luck (Social Distortion)
3. Another Small Town Song (Christophe Murdock) - Video: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?v=10150287635619230
4.Love Song (The Cure)
5. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
6. Redemption Song (Bob Marley)
7. Misery Road (Christophe Murdock)
8. Ballad For The Lost (Christophe Murdock)
9. The Highway (Rancid)
10. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock)
11. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville)
12. Wayfaring Stranger (Traditonal)
13. Astro Zombies (The Misfits) - By Request.
Doc Johnson & Christophe Murdock @ Sips Downtown Kafe 8-29-11
Nathan Richards opened up tonight with a mellower than usual sit-down set. Really good stuff. Jimmy Harper of The Som joined him for a few tracks. Then my band the Prairie Fire did a set. Josh couldn't make it because he was booked with Casper's band. Had some fun though.
Christophe and the Prairie Fire
08-27-2011
SHOW#2011.107
Michelangelo's
Norman, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. 11 Months & 29 Days (Johnny Paycheck)
3. Another Small Town Song (Christophe Murdock)
4. Bad Luck (Social Distortion)
5. Wasted Time (Christophe Murdock)
6. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
7. M (Christophe Murdock)
8. Rollin' On (Christophe Murdock)
9. Mama Tried (Merle Haggard)
10. Ball & Chain (Social Distortion) - Eddie on Lead Vox.
11. Misery Road (Christophe Murdock)
12. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
13. Country Heroes (Hank III)
14. Ballad For The Lost (Christophe Murdock)
15. Sea Of Heartbreak (Don Gibson)
16. Road Rash (Christophe Murdock)
17. Fraggle Rock Theme (Fraggles?) - By Request.
18. The Only Time (Trent Reznor)
19. If The Sun Don't Shine (Christophe Murdock)
20. Just Like Heaven (The Cure)
21. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock)
22. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville)
23. Amazing Grace (???) - Eddie A Cappella.
24. Every Rose Has It's Thorn (Poison) - Christophe unplugged.
25. Story Of My Life (Social Distortion) - Christophe & Eddie unplugged.
Christophe and the Prairie Fire @ Michelangelo's 8-17-11
Christophe and the Prairie Fire's first television appearance. Work obligations got in the way of some of the band being able to come, but we made it happen anyway. Oklahoma Live is a kind of local entertainment show on KSBI local 52, Cox 7 and HD 707. We played 3 full songs and did some bumpers, little clips of songs to go into commercial break. This was a lot of fun and I'd like to do it again with the full band.
Christophe and the Prairie Fire
08-22-2011
SHOW#2011.106
Oklahoma Live
KSBI-TV Studios
Yukon, OK
The Prairie Fire for this show was:
Christophe Murdock - Lead Vocals and Guitar.
Eddie Mercury - Bass and Backing Vocals.
On the televison...
1. Brand New Cadillac [Bumper] (Vince Taylor) - Wasn't planning on doing this one, but in the previous segment they had mentioned it was National Cadillac Day.
INTERVIEW
2. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
3. Wasted Time [Bumper] (Christophe Murdock)
4. Hellbound [Bumper] (Christophe Murdock)
5. Road Rash [Bumper] (Christophe Murdock)
6. Dark Side [SmacOne Re-Mix] (Christophe Murdock/Michael 'SmacOne' Beckham) - SmacOne did the lead vocals.
7. "Live Televison" [Bumper]
8. Ballad For The Lost [Bumper] (Christophe Murdock)
9. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock) - SmacOne did beatbox.
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10. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville) - A bonus song recorded to be aired at a later date for a special show.
Eddie Mercury, Lyn Hester & Christophe Murdock on the set of Oklahoma Live
I'll admit, this definitely was not the most fun gig I've had this year. We tried to make the best of it. 115 degrees outside, Dana was sick so no one supplied us with water. One of our friends went out and got some and the dude from Fluffy Puppy brought out an ice chest to put it in. They also brought a tent to help with the sun a little... We played and played til we felt like we were going to pass out, then played some more.
Christophe and the Prairie Fire
08-19-2011
SHOW#2011.105
Moore Art Walk
The Fluffy Puppy
Moore, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. 11 Months & 29 Days (Johnny Paycheck)
3. Another Small Town Song (Christophe Murdock)
4. Bad Luck (Social Distortion)
5. Wasted Time (Christophe Murdock)
6. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
7. M (Christophe Murdock)
8. Rollin' On (Christophe Murdock)
9. Mama Tried (Merle Haggard)
10. Prison Bound (Social Distortion)
11. Misery Road (Christophe Murdock)
12. Thunderstorms & Neon Signs (Wayne Hancock)
13. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
14. Country Heroes (Hank III)
15. Ballad For The Lost (Christophe Murdock)
16. Opulence (Danny Trashville/Casper McWade)
17. Sea Of Heartbreak (Don Gibson)
18. Road Rash (Christophe Murdock)
19. The Only Time (Trent Reznor)
20. Ball & Chain (Social Distortion) - Eddie on lead vocals.
21. If The Sun Don't Shine (Christophe Murdock)
22. I Still Miss Someone (Johnny Cash)
23. What I Need (Christophe Murdock) - Partial.
24. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock)
25. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville)
Christophe and The Prairie Fire @ The Moore Art Walk 8-19-11
First show with our newest addition, Doc Martin on the mandolin. We had a blast and can't wait to play again. Since it was Bang Bang, I threw in more covers than usual. A lot of punk and eighties stuff. Just out to have fun. We opened and the Bang Band crew followed. I didn't get t stay because I've been under the weather, but what i saw was amazing. Can't wait til next time.
Christophe and the Prairie Fire
08-17-2011
SHOW#2011.104
Bang Bang
The Hidden Castle
Norman, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. Astro Zombies (The Misfits)
3. Another Small Town Song (Christophe Murdock)
4. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
5. Ball & Chain (Social Distortion) - Eddie on lead vocals.
6. Diane (Husker Du)
7. Don't Mean A Thang (Christophe Murdock)
8. The Only Time (Trent Reznor)
9. Just Like Heaven (The Cure)
10. Wolfshead (Christophe Murdock)
11. Road Rash (Christophe Murdock)
12. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock)
13. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville)
Christophe and the Prairie Fire @ Bang Bang 8-17-11
The crowd wasn't as large this time at Sips, I think partly because we all just played the Hootenanny the weekend before, but it was still a blast. There was one girl from the Hootenanny that came, seems like everyone else in the crowd were the ones that missed it. Willie McWade came out and did a couple songs. Danny Trashville played a set the I played with Doc Johnson, the newest member of the Prairie Fire, backing my up with a mandolin. We had some "jail water", the best sandwiches in town and made some decent tips. It was a good night.
Christophe & Doc Johnson
08-15-2011
SHOW#2011.103
Sips Downtown Kafe
Shawnee, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. Bad Luck (Social Distortion)
3. Wasted Time (Christophe Murdock)
4. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
5. M (Christophe Murdock)
6. Rollin' On (Christophe Murdock)
7. Sea Of Heartbreak (Don Gibson)
8. Misery Road (Christophe Murdock)
9. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock) - Video: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=259727930723973
10. Just Like Heaven (The Cure)
11. Wolfshead (Christophe Murdock)
12. Mama Tried (Merle Haggard) - By Request.
13. Tainted Love (Ed Cobb) - Partial while dicking around.
14. Thirteen (Glenn Danzig) - By Request. Video: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=259733837390049
15. Astro Zombies (The Misfits) - By Request. Video: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=259735960723170
16. She (The Misfits) - By Request.
17. Halloween (The Misfits) - By Request.
18. Skulls (The Misfits) - By Request.
19. Die, Die My Darling (The Misfits) - Partial. By Request.
20. Brand New Cadillac (Vince Taylor) - By Request (Clash).
21. Police On My Back (The Equals) - By Request (Clash).
22. The King Is Dead (Danny Trashville)
23. Besides You (Danny Trashville) - Partial.
Doc Johnson & Christophe @ Sips 8-15-11
The Second Annual Ragsdale Hootenanny was a blast. Last year, a few of us Pott. County boys got together and had a little concert for Momma Rags. Since then she has passed. Well, the boys got together and decided to make it a yearly thing. Set up a stage out at the house again, got a ton of food and bar-b-que... and beer... a lot of beer and just had a party. Charged admission at the gate this time, as well as some raffles. All proceeds going to help benefit things like Cancer Sucks! Eddie wasn't able to make this gig because of prior engagements, so Doc Johnson sat in on bass. It was a little weird having electric bass instead of a stand-up, but he did a great job.
Christophe and the Prairie Fire
08-13-2011
SHOW#2011.102
Ragsdale Hootenanny
Bethel, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. Another Small Town Song (Christophe Murdock)
3. Misery Road (Christophe Murdock)
4. Wasted Time (Christophe Murdock)
5. Don't Mean A Thang (Christophe Murdock) - Dedicated to the birthday girls Christa & Jennifer.
6. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
7. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
8. Country Heroes (Hank III)
9. Ballad For The Lost (Christophe Murdock)
10. The Only Time (Trent Reznor)
11. Road Rash (Christophe Murdock)
12. Wolfshead (Christophe Murdock)
13. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock)
14. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville) - Joined by Danny Trashville on backing vocals.
15. Ball & Chain (Social Distortion)
16. Diane (Husker Du) - By Request.
17. The King Is Dead (Danny Trashville) - This one was just partial, trying to get Trashville back on stage to do his set.
18. Opulence (Danny Trashville/Casper McWade)
Christophe and the Prairie Fire @ the 2011 Ragsdale Hootenanny
Norman's 2nd Friday Art Walk again. This time I only played one show and it was Merrybelle's again. Great place. Lots of kids running around and art happening, not just on the walls. My friends David Henson and Taylor Dickerson filled out the night.
Christophe
08-12-2011
SHOW#2011.101
Norman Art Walk
Merrybelle's
Norman, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. Wasted Time (Christophe Murdock)
3. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
4. M (Christophe Murdock)
5. Rollin' On (Christophe Murdock)
6. Thunderstorms & Neon Signs (Wayne Hancock)
7. Astro Zombies (The Misfits) - By Request. Video: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=270732559610500
8. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
9. Fear The Dead (Christophe Murdock) - By Request.
10. Ballad For The Lost (Christophe Murdock)
11. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock) - By Request. Video: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?v=270729012944188
12. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville)
Encore Set:
1. Just Like Heaven (The Cure)
2. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville) - By Request.
3. Love Song (The Cure)
Christophe @ Merrybelle's 8-12-11
Universe City's Open Mic Night. The Prairie Fire was the featured act. This was my 100th show this year! Originally I was told we would be on stage 10:30 to 11:30, we started a half hour early, and a good thing too... ended up being 11pm that they wanted us off. Wailed though a set, didn't get to play everything we wanted, but did throw in a couple impromptu numbers. We were joined by The SouthSide KrazyKidz as well. It was great. I love playing the Deli!
Christophe and the Prairie Fire
08-03-2011
SHOW#2011.100
Universe City Open Mic
The Deli
Norman, OK
The Deli
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. Astro Zombies (The Misfits)
3. Another Small Town Song (Christophe Murdock)
4. Misery Road (Christophe Murdock)
5. Wasted Time (Christophe Murdock)
6. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
7. Mama Tried (Merle Haggard)
8. Don't Mean A Thang (Christophe Murdock)
9. Me So Horny (2 Live Crew) - With SmacOne and Frost on vocals.
10. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
11. Country Heroes (Hank III) - Broke a string... on the slow one...
12. Ballad For The Lost (Christophe Murdock)
13. The Only Time (Trent Reznor)
14. Road Rash (Christophe Murdock)
15. Wolfshead (Christophe Murdock)
16. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock)
17. I Think Of You (Christophe Murdock/Michael 'SmacOne' Beckham) - SmacOne and Frost on vocals.
18. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville)
The Prairie Fire at The Deli 8-3-11
Had a blast at Sips. Nathan Richards opened up. Rocked the joint. Willie McWade made a special guest appearance. It's been about a year since I've seen him perform. He's doing good. A lot of family and friends showed up. The crew from Sips were awesome and treated us great. Can't wait to do it again.
Christophe
08-01-2011
SHOW#2011.099
Sips Downtown Kafe
Shawnee, OK
1. Red Dirt (Christophe Murdock)
2. Halloween (The Misfits) - By Request.
3. Wasted Time (Christophe Murdock)
4. If The Sun Don't Shine (Christophe Murdock)
5. As You Sleep (Christophe Murdock)
6. Rollin' On (Christophe Murdock)
7. Prison Bound (Social Distortion)
8. Mama Tried (Merle Haggard)
9. Misery Road (Christophe Murdock)
10. The Life Of An Outlaw (Christophe Murdock)
11. The Only Time (Trent Reznor)
12. Back Into Grace (Christophe Murdock/Danny Trashville) - By Request.
13. Hellbound (Christophe Murdock)
Christophe @ Sips Downtown Kafe 8-1-11
