Big Wheel Biker Gang 2006 U.S. Tour

Last I left you, I was off to get dinner before the Kimmel show. I stopped by the Hollywood and Highland Complex to pick up a few slices of pepperoni pizza. Looking over the edge of the wall, I could see the line building up for the show. Not wanting to be late, I left behind half a slice of pizza. As I’m headed to the garbage can, a stranger asks if I’m going to finish that. Saying no, he asks if he can have it. Sure. Looking back, I see him munching away on my leftover pizza. Thinking about it, I should have given him my free soda refill too. Oh well. Sorry buddy! With dinner behind me, it was off to Kimmel. While standing in line, you can see Uncle Frank wandering back and forth. Doing security things, I’m sure. After a long wait, they let you inside and let you use the bathrooms, where I ran into Uncle Frank again. We keep the streets safe, he keeps the bathrooms safe. Uncle Frank is the security guard of the show and Kimmel’s uncle, if you didn’t know.
Although Robin Williams was advertised, we’re informed that he shot his appearance last week and wouldn’t be there that night. Oh well, at least there’s still Rod Stewart!
Finally Jimmy Kimmel comes out for his monologue. He really does look a lot skinnier in person. Looking at him on the stage and then up at the monitors, you could definitely see the difference. Guess the camera really does add 10 pounds. It must age you too, because Rod Stewart definitely didn’t look as old in person. Rod was awesome, but how could he not be? He is Rod the Mod!! He said “Do ya think I’m sexy” was a crap song. At least he knows! Supposedly Paris covers it on her new cd. I’ll have to check that out. After the interiew portion, they herded us outside to see Rod perform. Rod promised to do a few songs after the show finished taping too. A free concert. Score! Unfortunately, cameras weren’t allowed.
Outside, I finally spotted a nice girl right in front of me to bring home to mom. Decked out in a strapless pinstripe dress, fishnet arm warmers, and a nose ring. And she liked Rod Stewart!? Just the type of girl mom always wanted for me. Unfortunately, she was gone as quickly as she came, so I couldn’t woo her with my daring tales of big wheel adventures. Oh well, such is the life of a biker on the road. They come and they go… I’ll get ‘er next time, mom! Or maybe I’ll put Tex on the case of tracking her down. What else are sheriffs good for? Rod ended up doing four songs. Three new (Have You Ever Seen the Rain, It’s a Heartache, and I’ll Stand By You) and one old (Rhythm of My Heart). All classic performances. They did have the words to the songs on a teleprompter behind us, which I thought was weird.
After the show, I decided to check out a movie at the Chinese Theater. Jackass, Number Two. The theater is not a hopping place on a Thursday night, but I wanted to see a movie at the Chinese Theater, so you do what ya gotta do. Had to go support those other guys from West Chester. You know, the less famous ones?
After the movie, I was off to wander the streets for a drink. Almost ready to give up, I ran into the Frolic Room. Not as exciting as the name would imply. It was pretty dead, but I stuck it out and had a few Newcastles. The bouncer did inform me that although you get kicked out at two, most bars open at six in the morning. Took note of that for the next Biker Gang trip to Hollywood! Finishing my last beer, it was time to get some sleep before heading to Santa Monica in the morning.

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