We all know that virologists love to dance. But did you know that they can also perform in a rock band?
At the recently concluded 2012 meeting of the American Society for Virology in Madison, WI, seven virologists and a neurobiologist, members of the band Herpetic Legion, entertained meeting attendees with a mix of old and new rock and roll. You can view a video of their performance below or on YouTube.
Herpetic Legion is Joel Baines (vocals, bass guitar), Ian Mohr (drums), John Parker (guitar), Phil Pellett (guitar), Michele Bialecki (vocals), Amy Hudson (vocals, cow bell), and Cheryl Stucky (flute). Richard Lloyd made a guest appearance for two songs on guitar (the virologist, not the rock star).
It was a terrific performance, demonstrating that scientists can do many things. Thanks, Herpetic Legion!