Springfield paper The State Journal Register published an article recently highlighting the importance of old Springfield music venue and hangout spot The Asylum and talked about the upcoming Asylum reunion. From the article:

The Asylum remains a fond memory for many Springfield and area teens who hung out there. On Thursday nights, they watched “The Simpsons.” There were movie nights. There were shows by local bands like The Timmys and The Gunga-Dins and from traveling acts like the Portuguese Rodeo Clown comedy troupe. Between Steve’s substantial presence and the self-policing by the teenagers, things went smoothly for the most part.

You can find the full article on the SJ-R website right here. In the article talks to former Asylum owner Steve Brink, who now lives in North Carolina but is coming back to town for the reunion. The Asylum reunion will be happening on Saturday, May 24th at VFW 211 Old Jacksonville Road. The reunion crew is still trying to raise money for their event, and you can contribute on the Asylum reunion website. You can also read more about the reunion and more about the Asylum on the Some Things Can’t Be Ignored blog.