Most people wandering the street-side booths and sampling treats at the Taste of Louisville pay little attention. One thinks it will be a challenge for any band to liven up this party and draw people's attention away from the burgers, nachos, and root beer floats on the street today. But then comes time for Craig, Chris, Gary, Mark, and Rebecca, known collectively as Howlin' Dog Moon. They take a few minutes to set up, and then launch into some serious down-home picking, and the mood changes entirely. As if on cue, the clouds drift over and block the sun just enough to make the heat less oppressive.
People begin to gravitate toward the plaza.
Some find seats on the concrete walls or on the sidewalk. Some hoot and whistle in response to the music. There is life here after all. Craig Corona is the driving force behind Howlin' Dog Moon. He's a native of Long Island, New York, where he learned country music as a kid and was influenced by a wide range of talents from Hank Williams to John Denver.