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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

That looks interesting. Haven’t heard of the make. I’ve got an old modified Crybaby- added true bypass, took out some of the tone suck pieces, changed out the Fasel inductor….and never use it. Found the wah to be of pretty limited use.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

Gotta let it defrost first. Can’t start from frozen.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

I’ve been following hardardottir on IG for a while. Very talented artist! Not sure if she’s on Bluesky…. www.instagram.com/hardardottir...

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

We have this problem in the US, it seems no matter where I go or what beer I order, it’s poured to the rim without a head. I drink off a half inch or so, muddle it, and get foam and flavor and funny looks.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

I get weird looks when I swirl or swizzle to get the CO2 out. It makes SO much difference.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

You need to seek out Wasatch Brewery. They have a great one called Polygamy Porter, among other great names…

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Tuesday dinner beer! South Street Satan’s Pony. 5.3% amber ale, Charlottesville VA. Not always easy to find so another one I grab when I can. #bskybeer

On the left, a silver can with a black label. On the label are white and red lettering. It says “South Street Brewery since 1998” in white letters. Below that it reads “Satan’s Pony” in white and red. Across the left is a graphic of a rider on a motorcycle.

On the right is a curvy glass with a dark amber color beer and a tight foam cap.

Both are sitting on a grayish countertop with a window in the background.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 20/09/2026

One of my favorites, and not so easy to find. Harviestoun Old Engine Oil. 6%abv. Heavy duty black ale. I will grab something from this brewery every time I find it! This was a lucky grab in Winchester VA. #bskybeer

A can of beer, next to a glass on a grayish countertop.

On the left is a short tulip shape glass with a very dark nearly black beer. It has a slight cream colored head. Up close it is incredibly dark amber.

On the right is a can of Harviestoun’s Old Engine Oil. It is a black can with a white and yellow label and black lettering.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

All set up! Come get a Damn Beer, a Damn pretzel, and sit a while for us!

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

He’s here on the Bluesky, if you’re so inclined to follow…

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Woohoo! No lines. Wife and I walked right in at Woodbridge DMV, no wait.

Two left hands, each holding a Prince William County “I Voted” sticker.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Friend of mine got to work with them at a festival in Europe a few years ago. He absolutely raved about how cool they are.

Airborne the band, with not me in the middle.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Thanks for sharing! Saw the bands on the Dookie tour at a place called the Patriot Center, ironically enough….

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Yeah it’s been a minute. Early 90’s, if I remember, when they went under. They always seemed to have what you were looking for.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

I loved Veneman’s! Springfield was my haunt. Still have the Les Paul I bought there in 86. Thanks for the memory!

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Come see my band! We’re playing a couple sets at Water’s End Brewery in Woodbridge VA, September 18, 6 to 9pm. Come enjoy an award winning Damn Beer, unwind with friends, and listen to some high-quality acoustic rock! Details in alt. #dmvmusic #musicsky #local #craftbeer

A colorful poster for my band, Derelict Dog.

The text reads:

Derelict Dog
Acoustic Rock
Acoustic classic & alternative rock
1960’s-2020’s - Exciting original music

Friday, September 18, 2026
6-9 PM

Water’s End Brewery
Lake Ridge

12425 Dillingham SQ
Lake Ridge, VA 22192

Www.derelictdog.com
Www.watersendbrewery/lakeridge

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

Always good when a homebrew works out. A bit of alchemy every time.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

My go to is “oh look! Caramel! Nom nom nom”. Rarely notice brands. Sorry.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 06/09/2026

A wee homebrew. Baltic Porter, 5.25%. Chocolatey and malty, pretty darn smooth if I do say. Cheers! #bskybeer #homebrew

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

This is why I *usually* drink in the safety and comfort of my own home.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 05/09/2026

It’s a great show! We saw a version of it a month ago at Wolf Trap. Emmylou Harris was there, so happy to see her before she retires! So much great music.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

Up the Irons! Spruced up the workspace with a poster today:

A door sized Iron Maiden poster with the classic Derek Riggs “Eddie” crashing through. It is taped to the back of a storage shelf, facing a workspace.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

We got one from this site, and pretty happy with it. Have had a few rangers comment positively on it also! recollection-project.com

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Recollection Project

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

For some reason this hit the spot this morning. Death by Unga Bunga, “Live Until I Die”. #MusicSky youtu.be/RkZofrLpyLo?...

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Death By Unga Bunga - Live Until I Die (Live at Lindmo)

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Just saw the band last week with National Symphony Orchestra. Great show, great sound!

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Mine went to school wearing Skinny Lister “Too Rye Ay” shirts with shanty punk Lorna on the front. They had a grand time at the legendary 9:30 Club in DC as under 10’s…

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

From Kingston Ontario! Travelled there many times. Gorgeous town.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

I sat down with my songwriting partner as he went through some of my wording he says - “that line is a lot easier here than that Foo Fighter song”. Dammit! Direct quote too. Must have been in the ether.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

Some local NOVA beer history. I used to help brew one and very much enjoyed the other! Details in alt. #bskybeer #drinklocal

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 29/08/2026

The oldest daughter, working her way through grad school by (checks notes) slinging merch for the Savannah Bananas. I guess that beats what I had to do. Kids have it so easy.

A tall blond female, wearing a blue Banana Ball tee shirt, in front of a baseball field.

The place is Gillette Stadium where the New England Patriots play. It is set up for baseball. The Savannah Bananas take their show on tour, and ask local college students to help with ticket sales and merch. She won’t be rich, but after 2 days of slinging tees she’ll make enough for food and incidentals for a couple weeks. Not bad for grad school.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

All the nutrients you need in a day! Cheers!

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

There’s a fine line between Boop and OOPS!

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

This will also be as close as I get to a political post.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

White’s Bay, Lake Ontario. Henderson NY. Where I’ve spent part of my summers for the last 30 years. My daughters learned to sail here, and one is now a sail instructor. We’ve travelled all around the lake, across to Kingston and Ottawa and west to Niagara. Wouldn’t trade it.

Late morning view. Protected bay, no waves. Blue skies and blue waters. Sackett’s Harbor center left on the horizon.

From the waterline. How can you beat this?

Actual lakeside view, Westcott’s (I think). Flat sandy beach, and you can walk out 100 yards before your belly gets wet when the weather is like this.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Brilliant song! it doesn’t have a rhyme scheme. It’s almost a stream of consciousness.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Heard a violin concerto play this just the other night (I’ll not be taking questions). Argument ensued- friend said “Wasn’t this song in Moulin Rouge?” Followed by “What’s Highlander?” I think I need new friends.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

I think that if the ad execs at Coke had actually listened to the song, they would not in fact share a Coke (or their man) with Jolene. #RIPDolly

A Coke bottle from the 2016 ad campaign with the hashtag #shareacoke. The red label reads “Share a Coke with Jolene”.

This is an actual bottle that I had gotten. I thought I had saved the label, as some of them were stickers, but I guess this one was not. Sigh.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Wolf Trap Center for the Performing Arts! Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit. Got a couple of these Right Proper Haxan Robust Porters to keep us hydrated. #bskybeer #livemusic #wolftrap #dcbeer

A hand holding a blue can in front a wooden facade.

The facade is Wolf Trap from the lawn. The stage is in the shadow below.

The beer is a Right Proper Haxan Robust Porter. The label is a slate blue with light blue lettering. The beer is tasty, a rich porter coming in at 7%.

The hand is mine.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Now go for the double whammy- high cholesterol AND high blood pressure!

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

My new (to me) Martin HD28. Man what a boomer! Love these herringbones. Just back from the shop for fretwork and a new nut. I replaced the bridge pins with bone (properly seated) and swapped the pixelated pickguard for a Holter. More in alt text.

A Martin guitar. Dreadnought shape. The color is light amber, with a brown swirl pickguard. The bridge is ebony and white bone pins with abalone dots.

This being secondhand from a dealer, I don’t really know the history. But I can guess. The first 5 frets had significant wear, but the rest of the frets were pristine. The neck is smooth. The headstock has a tan line where a string strap lived. The back has a stain in the finish, I think from sweat. There are chips in the binding finish. This guitar belonged to a singing cowboy who gigged.

There isn’t a pickup, with no indication it ever had one. Fairly certain it’s had a neck reset, which isn’t a surprise due to its age and the strap placement.

There is a center line crack below the bridge. The repair seems like a skilled amateur job - the cleats inside are well done, but the finish is blotchy and uneven.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 16/08/2026

Yo ho ho and a pint of brass monkey

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Been using the term “ammosexuals” to describe the gun nuts.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Consuming mass quantities! Seems all the beer stores have disappeared, so I’ll go with what I can find in the grocery store. A 12 pack of Zero Gravity is always a good option! Cone Head 5.7% IPA with a view. #BskyBeer

On the left, a light blue can a green and yellow graphic of a hops cone. Black lettering reads Zero Gravity and Cone Head India Pale Ale. On the right is a pint glass with a medium yellow liquid and a foamy white head.

Background is White’s Bay, Lake Ontario, New York.

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Bill Lamont @firedog430.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

What a difference a day makes. Difficult to be outside, but also difficult to be inside. Henderson NY, on Lake Ontario.

Smoke from Canadian wildfires. Air quality was in the 300’s. The far point visible on the left is about half a mile, point on the right is about a quarter mile. All the weather apps said “visibility 3 miles”.

24 hours later. Air quality still in the yellow at about 64. If you zoom in, the far shore is visible at about 5 miles.

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