James Chesna

1.) Who do you wish you kept in touch with from high school?
I've actually stayed in touch with several people, mostly the guys I was in a band with and a few others, plus some people who went to other high schools. So I can't think of anyone off hand, but I would imagine it would be fun to find out what everyone wound up doing. I suppose this site gives us a chance to do it, too.

2.) What is something you wish you did after high school or college that you never had the chance to do?
Headline Castle Donnington in England. Or Madison Square Garden in New York. Just kidding. Sort of. No regrets, though. I'm enjoying life.

3.) What is something you're happy you had the chance to do?
Interview many bands that DID headline Castle Donnington, MSG, or other concert venues around the world. I've worked as a journalist both in print and TV (and still do), and it's been a fun and fascinating ride. I've met and interviewed many musicians who had a huge influence on me, met a lot of interesting people, and the world of broadcasting ... you just never know what's coming next. Every day is different.

4.) Where is your favorite place you've been to in the last 20 years?
I haven't been abroad, but I've always felt that if you're taking a vacation close to home, in this case Michigan, if you go up to Mackinac Island, taking two, three, four days -- whatever -- will feel like two, three, four weeks. I'd like to travel abroad, so tack that one back up to No. 2, I suppose.
5.) Name a high school memory that still makes you smile/laugh
Too many.

6.) Who are you looking forward to seeing at the reunion?
Won't be able to make it.

7.) Is there anything your spouse/significant other would be surprised to know about you from your high school days?
Nope.