Paul “Stretch” Diethelm ’03 has had a long career in rock ‘n’ roll that has taken him from local St. Cloud stages to the White House and around the world. Here is a collection of photos from Stretch’s personal albums that provides a glimpse into his rock ‘n’ roll accomplishments.
Stretch's rock 'n' roll scrapbook
Paperwork, background checks, metal detectors and then Diethelm is on stage at the White House. After the show President Bill Clinton and his family take photos with Jonny Lang. A Secret Service agent hails Clinton and says “Mr. President! Would you like a picture with the guitar player?” It was the final frame on the film roll.