Keyboardist Robert Walter jammed with Particle Sunday afternoon at the Long Beach Chili Cookoff California. Walter joined the group for Shankbone midway through the set. Alto saxophonist Cochemea Gastelum then took the stage for Kneeknocker. The event also included performances by Robert Walters 20th Congress, Karl Densons Tiny Universe, Soul Asylum, Booker T. & the MG’s and Spearhead.

This years Chili Cookoff marked the first inaugural buffalo wing contest, as well as the annual salsa challenge. No word on insanity peppers.
Particle plays next on June 18 at The Quest in Minneapolis, MN opening for Les Claypool. The groups official website remains under construction, but the itinerary is available at www.roadsabreeze.com.