Question of the Day - 07 September 2021

I find that hard to believe. 

Sure, the songs he played were relatively unknown / obscure, but they were far my pleasing to the ear than some idiot banging on some pickle buckets. 

Bring him back!  Even if you gotta double his salary, bring him back!

Here’s Scott’s article:
https://vitalvegas.com/popular-musician-carl-safe-sax-ferris-wont-return-to-fremont-street/

I'm far from being a prude, but I gotta agree with Dave.
With all the disgusting, pointless, profanity rampant on the street, Carl Ferris was a breath of fresh air.

He was one of the few left with actual talent. He’s no longer a good fit because he’s not a homeless crack addict or a disgusting loser asking for a handout. The “talent” on Fremont now seems to consist of letting your boobs or balls hang out & asking for a “tip”.(And what’s with the guy in the pickle suit?) I’m one of the biggest fans of downtown but that enthusiasm is waning big time after my last few trips. I visit Las Vegas at least twice a year and ALWAYS stay downtown. It’s been so entertaining to stroll up & down Fremont taking in the light show or watching various talents like Carl perform, all while getting a chuckle spotting the occasional freak. I wonder if the Fremont “suits” have even been out on Fremont after dark lately. It’s getting worse by the day. I barely even feel safe anymore. If I’m on Fremont, it’s to walk, briskly, between casinos, breathing as little as possible so as not to be assaulted by the smell of straight weed or someone who hasn't showered in a month.

For better or for worse, it's a different world overall, and a different generation taking over, and that sax player guy just isn't part of what this generation wants. EDM and DJ's have taken over. Frankly surprised classic rock and such is still being played and that everything isn't a DJ now playing EDM. And fremont street has changed no doubt to reflect it all. Can't say I feel unsafe down there but it certainly is different over the years. Some of the casinos have an old classic feel I like but personally I like the feel of the place better some years ago but life goes on is how I look at it. Like anything in life, for myself, I'm thankful to have experienced what once was if I enjoyed that and realize nothing stays the same, is forever, is how I look at it. 

Asked his permission first. If you'd like to reach out to Carl to get any of his CDs, he is a SUPER nice guy and welcomes hearing from his fans.  Easiest way to reach him is at his email:  [email protected]  

I was sad not to see him on my last trip. I am glad he is okay. Also thank you for posting the contact information I have wanted to get a few CD