One two three four five six… and all the other votes necessary, say “aye!”
The campaign to make the Modern Lovers’ 1972 hit “Roadrunner” the official state rock song of Massachusetts has reached a fever pitch, with a State House hearing this Thursday at 10 a.m. The idea was introduced by Mayor-Elect Marty Walsh and Sen. Bob Hedlund about a year ago, with support by community organizer Joyce Linehan, and a bill was filed in February.
Now it looks like the whole crazy notion might actually happen. And supporters want you to go to Beacon Hill in two days to shout “Radio on!” at our beloved lawmakers.
Here is word according to the Facebook event invite, because of course there is:
The Joint Committee on State Administration and Regulatory Oversight will hear testimony on An Act designating the song “Roadrunner” as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. The bill, introduced by Rep. (and Mayor-elect) Marty Walsh and Sen. Bob Hedlund, would designate the Modern Lovers’ classic as the official rock song of the Commonwealth. We need to convince to committee to vote it favorably out, so it gets to the House floor.
Anyone is welcome to attend and testify. You are also welcome to submit written testimony, and Senator Bob Hedlund’s office has kindly offered to compile the written testimony if you get it to them in advance. Call 617-722-1646 for instructions for submitting.
The hearing will address several other bills, so it runs from 10 am – 1:30 pm, but if you call the Committee office that morning, they MAY be able to narrow that window. No promises though. (617) 722-2140.
Please spread the word! Let’s do this.
The hearing is in Room A-1
