2003 Tracy Bash In Danger of Cancellation

Brazen Act of Betrayal Perpetrated by Co-Promoter Gary Mears Threatens Future of Annual Extravaganza

TRACY, CA
- Deciding that a living room that boasts a fireplace, built-in media niche, plant nooks, slider to back yard, and a private back yard boasting a patio, fishpond, play area (within sight of kitchen & living room), large side yard and fenced dog run were not good enough for him, Gary Mears, president of GMP Productions, organizers of the annual Tracy Bash, announced that he has sold his Woodfield Estates home and  is moving to a new 4 bedroom, 2 1/2 bath 2,261 sq. ft. freshly painted house. Boasting a CUL-DE-SAC LOCATION!, new hardwood flooring in kitchen and entry, and a living room that includes crown molding and storage under stairs, this Tracy charmer is close to schools and shopping. This shocking turn of events has placed the annual bash, which has been going on for
7 years, in a state of turmoil.

“I can’t believe Gary would place the comfort and happiness of his family over the annual bash. Doesn’t he realize that dozens of aging wannabe rockers depend on this show to try and relive the glory days of their youth?” questioned a hurt and frightened Steve Quartarola, who apparently failed to see  the irony in his statement, considering the fact that he moved all the way to fucking Rocklin, placing a severe obstacle in the path of WDFA practices.

Others were stunned by the news, as well.

“I like to use Gary’s backyard to take a leak,” said WDFA guitarist Ron Freschi. “It is a lot nicer than using that stinky Porta-John they get every year. I just hope the new neighbors are cool with me whizzing in their yard”.

For his part, Mears intimated that more factors played into the decision than just the desire for a larger house. Explained Mears, “Several times I experienced what I would consider ‘inappropriate touching’ incidents involving some of the neighbors. Let’s just leave it at that.” However, WDFA News has learned from reliable sources that several of these incidents were perpetrated by a person who goes by the nickname “Todd Gibbons”.

While many are left wondering whether the Tracy Bash will continue, those in the know say that the situation is not as bleak as it seems. According to insiders, most of the real work in putting on the event was actually done by TNT Productions, the corporate conglomerate whose holdings include Infinite Financial Operations, with Mears duties consisting mainly of getting drunk during the show and announcing the bands.

With tempers flaring, and feelings hurt, the remaining organizers vowed to continue the show. Said a defiant TNT Productions spokesperson, “the Tracy Bash is more than just an event; it’s a way of life. A way of life that is bigger than any one person.”

However, in what may turn out to be a positive aspect to this whole turn of events, Mears has reportedly invited everyone over to his new house to go swimming after the show.
Not Good Enough For Mears
Livin' Large!
We're All Going Swimming After The Show!!!
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