Kari and I decided to take a trip to the Kentucky Derby for the first time with some friends. The weekend kicked off Friday night at the pre-derby party/charity event! Lots of athletes and movie celebs, from Jeff Bridges to Tom Brady attended, joined by Kelly Clarkson, Travis Tritt, Kid Rock, and the Boys 2 Men gang plus others. Not my usual kind of gala but it was successful and packed beyond belief. You can see a photo below of Richie Sambora and I before we hit the stage. It was Cabo Wabo style! All the performers were let loose to jam with nothing worked up ahead of time.

Gary Arnold the man behind Chickenfoot passed this morning sad sad news indeed. My love goes out to his family members – sincere love in my heart.