The band had been booked well in advance to make their inaugural performance with the original line-up of drummer Brett Amond, guitarist/vocalist Bob Loiselle and bassist Chuck McPherson. As the show
approached Brett was forced to leave the band for personal reasons and the drum throne needed to be filled quickly. Chuck had become friendly with Byron Glatz who had recently spent time with local
heavyweights Detriment. After some initial hesitation Byron agreed to fill in for the show and rehearsals began in late June. New material was immediately introduced and Byron’s nimble yet forceful approach
was just what the band needed and Hepcat Dilemma found a second wind that blew stronger than ever.

A full line-up of bands was on the bill including local southern rockers Stone Ridge Band and Hepcat Dilemma was slated to play during the mid-afternoon. The hills were full of partygoers when the band took the stage, proceedings running late due to difficulties with the sound. Opening with a meandering instrumental improv the band played a 45-minute set that had its share of rough spots interspersed with moments or powerful playing. A broken drum pedal interrupted a song and a few pieces may not quite have been ready for performance but the band finished with a blazing run through a recently rehearsed song, “Loving Cycle” and received an encouraging response.

When Hepcat Dilemma reconvened three days later at the Farm Byron was still in the ranks. When Bob asked if he wanted to continue playing with the band Byron’s response was, “Isn’t it obvious?” and he
would provide the band’s propulsion for the next ten years. After performing at another private event in September Hepcat Dilemma was ready for the clubs and would make their official debut within the
month.

Setlist:
Improv
The Death of Patty Hearst
The Kind and I
Bank Robbery
Watching Talullah
Dreaming Thru Life
Drought
Appomattox
Loving cycle