October 24, 2005

After five years and seven hundred shows across the world, Particle is ready for their first extended break heading into the winter holidays. The next phase will be a time of change for the band as we part ways with our longtime friend and guitarist, Charlie Hitchcock. We’re very thankful for the tremendous spirit and talent that Charlie has brought to the Particle world. Our musical journey together has been amazing, and we will all look back on the experiences we’ve shared as some of the best of our lives. Simply put, we found ourselves moving in different directions musically and we felt it was necessary for everyone involved to make this change.

These past five years wouldn’t have been possible without the love and support of all the Particle People. We truly thank you for your commitment to live music and dedication to our sound. Your enthusiasm has been a huge part of our inspiration, and it’s that same passion that will fuel us for the next wave of our journey. Particle is looking forward to using this time off the road to rejuvenate, regenerate and enter the new year with a passionate return.

See particlepeople.com for further updates and announcements.

Widespread Panic has announced that they will play New Years Eve in Atlanta, GA. Panic will be playing shows on December 30 and 31st at the Phillips Arena. Mail order tickets are available now. For more information please visit widespreadpanic.com[/.url]. These will be the band’s first shows following Halloween as part of Vegoose and a four night run at the Fillmore in Denver, CO November 3-6.

moe. is happy to announce that they are once again collaborating with Les and Lynn Berger of Rhythms at Sea Cruises (formerly Rock the Boat Cruises) on their 2nd music cruise. The cruise will take place January 7-14, 2007 on the the Norwegian Jewel. Fans will be treated to a different itinerary this time: the ship will head east out of Miami and hit the ports of San Juan (Puerto Rico), St Johns (Antigua), St. Thomas (US Virgin Islands) and Great Stirrup Cay (Bahamas).

The Jewel is Norwegian Cruise Line’s newest ship. This is the crowning jewel in their incredible fleet of Freestyle Ships. She shines from bow to stern with an incredible array of outstanding amenities including:
10 distinct restaurants
13 bars and lounges
3 swimming pools
spa and more!

moe. will play throughout the week on the ship and fans will also have plenty of time to enjoy all the entertainment the ship has to offer. The band and their families look forward to sharing another magical weekend with everyone. Space is limited, so please watch www.RhythmsAtSeaCruises.com for all the latest info. Please note there might be a slight delay in info being posted by Rhythms at Sea because of Hurricane Wilma.
Tickets go on sale November 15th.

For more information, visit the band’s website.

The Merry Pranksters will be rolling out the bus and gettin’ their prank on.

On Halloween night, Monday, October 31st, in Las Vegas, The Merry Pranksters join The Mutaytor, Bassnectar, Everyone Orchestra with special Guests, The New Riders of the Purple Sage and revelers of all stripes for an all night party commemorating the 40th Anniversary of the Acid Tests.

The event will run from 6 pm until dawn, beginning with a seminar discussing the impacts of the Merry Prankster Acid Tests on art and culture, and going on into the wee hours. Expect Snakedancers, Stage Magicians, Circus Acts and more. Expect the Unexpected. This evening is NOT likely to be standard club or psychedelic party fare.

Happeners are likely to include…The Furthur Bus & The Merry Band of Pranksters The Mutaytor Bassnectar with special guest Michael Kang The New Riders of the Purple Sage with David Nelson and Buddy Cage DJ Mikio DJ Haj SPUNN TRUSTY Flow Motion Visuals by Optical Delusion and Smoke & Mirrors

For more info check out the AT 40 tribe: tribes.tribe.net/at40 and at40vegas.com