THE BAND has many stories about things that have happened during gigs. One particular occurrence this past weekend could have been disastrous but turned out to be an unforgettable experience.

Creek Band was scheduled to appear at a venue in Forest City, NC in place of a band that had canceled. But sometime after Creek agreed to appear, the other band was also re-scheduled to appear, resulting in a double-booking. Both bands showed up to play in a venue that was barely big enough for one. Needless to say, tension was high to start the evening. But soon, the initial tension dissipated into a shared camaraderie and a memorable night for both bands and the audience.

Turns out, this other band - Stone Mule - was an awesome group of guys who were gracious enough to share the stage! (Not literally - the bands set up on opposite ends of the room). Stone Mule plays a similar set of music, so they worked it out with Creek to alternate sets. Creek and those guys even played “Wish You Were Here” together like they had been playing together for years! They also took a turn singing with each on two different songs.

Creek Band and Stone Mule not only navigated the challenge of the double-booking but also came together to create a unique and exciting experience. The unexpected collaboration and mutual respect between the bands added an extra layer of energy and excitement to the performance, making it an unforgettable evening for everyone involved. It's moments like these that truly showcase the power of music to bring people together and turn potential conflicts into moments of celebration and unity. What might have been an evening of regretful competition turned into a crowd-pumping, kick-ass show with new friends (shout-out to Stone Mule!)

Check out the pictures and videos below from a memorable evening.