Tuesday, October 31, 2006
Well, it's another Halloween around town - for my money probably the best Athens holiday there is. Can't wait to see all the costumes tonight. Here's a rundown of all the shows, mostly covers...
-"JuJu" (Siouxsie & The Banshees covers - f/Mike Mills and other people who aren't in R.E.M.) at the Go Bar
-"Heavy Petty" (Tom Petty covers) and The Shut Ups' cover set (featuring a possible appearance by the great Michael McDonald, we're told!) at the Caledonia
-"Gabba Gabba Hey!" (Ramones covers) & "Goo Goo Muck" (Cramps covers) at Tasty World
-Tramps Like Us (Springsteen covers), Big Eyed Beans from Venus (Captain Beefheart covers), Fuck This Band (Mclusky covers), the Replacements Nine (Replacements covers), Telenovela's covers set, and Cinemechanica at the Secret Squirrel
-And of course the Krush Girls' annual Halloween party at the 40 Watt.
See y'all 'round. If I remember my camera, I'll try and post some pics when I get a chance. If anyone out there uploads any good ones somewhere, please leave us a link in the comments here or in tomorrow's post(s). Halloween rules.
Monday, October 30, 2006
We Versus The Shark come out of the woodwork to put on a show at the Secret Squirrel before heading off to CMJ. They'll be filming for a music video of sorts to be included with their upcoming EP release - which of course will be followed by an LP someday. Costumes are highly encouraged.
Hey Y'all. 'Nother weird weekend for me. How 'bout y'all? Hopefully some good stuff going on. Drop us a line in the comments and let us know what was great this past weekend (including any great costumes you saw) and maybe what your plans are for Halloween as well. Rawk.
Friday, October 27, 2006
Hope you got your costumes ready...
FRI: Chunklet rules this weekend, as they've set up not one but two killer shows back to back at the 40 Watt. Tonight's features two of The Comedians of Comedy: Zach Galifianakis and Patton Oswalt - without a doubt two of the best comedians out there. Even if you've seen one of Patton's shows here before, I can almost guarantee it'll be a whole set of fresh material. Plus, a set by Elf Power, who is of course also awesome. How great a night is that? More here.
And in addition - I need to keep typing to make this space longer so that it can look good on your browser. I'm gonna feel like a jerk if I left anything great off the list for tonight, but in the meantime, y'all can just skip reading this and move on to the Saturday post. Like anyone reads all these things anyway. Oh, there's some dance party at Little Kings, but I don't know what that's about. Punk rock at the 'donia too. That Chunklet poster is a live link so you can read it more closely. Okay, moving on...
SAT: The Chunklet party continues, this time with legendary sludge-rockers (how's that for your Spin description?) The Melvins headlining. I can't remember when the last time they've come through Athens was, but it's been a while. Plus, this time David Yow's totally going to be with them. Opening will be Harvey Milk - who pretty much sound a lot like the Melvins and who are completely and totally awesome to see live. I can't describe it, but even if you're not a fan of hardcore music, it's something worth seeing. Also opening is Big Business who I've never heard of, but they're probably very loud.
If that sorta thing isn't your bag, you can go check out the sorta-sonic, sorta-dancey, always-on music of Iron Hero over at Tasty World (they haven't played in a while, so I hope that means they're recording), Push! (featuring several former members of Astra) over at the Go Bar, or new MC BadKat's CD release show over at the Caledonia. More on the latter here.
FRI: Chunklet rules this weekend, as they've set up not one but two killer shows back to back at the 40 Watt. Tonight's features two of The Comedians of Comedy: Zach Galifianakis and Patton Oswalt - without a doubt two of the best comedians out there. Even if you've seen one of Patton's shows here before, I can almost guarantee it'll be a whole set of fresh material. Plus, a set by Elf Power, who is of course also awesome. How great a night is that? More here.
And in addition - I need to keep typing to make this space longer so that it can look good on your browser. I'm gonna feel like a jerk if I left anything great off the list for tonight, but in the meantime, y'all can just skip reading this and move on to the Saturday post. Like anyone reads all these things anyway. Oh, there's some dance party at Little Kings, but I don't know what that's about. Punk rock at the 'donia too. That Chunklet poster is a live link so you can read it more closely. Okay, moving on...
SAT: The Chunklet party continues, this time with legendary sludge-rockers (how's that for your Spin description?) The Melvins headlining. I can't remember when the last time they've come through Athens was, but it's been a while. Plus, this time David Yow's totally going to be with them. Opening will be Harvey Milk - who pretty much sound a lot like the Melvins and who are completely and totally awesome to see live. I can't describe it, but even if you're not a fan of hardcore music, it's something worth seeing. Also opening is Big Business who I've never heard of, but they're probably very loud.
If that sorta thing isn't your bag, you can go check out the sorta-sonic, sorta-dancey, always-on music of Iron Hero over at Tasty World (they haven't played in a while, so I hope that means they're recording), Push! (featuring several former members of Astra) over at the Go Bar, or new MC BadKat's CD release show over at the Caledonia. More on the latter here.
Thursday, October 26, 2006
Wanted to wish a Happy Birthday to our own Desktop Publisher today. Unlike other people, I don't get e-mail inbox updates when it's her birthday, and I haven't seen her in a while, so I didn't remember till it got mentioned in the comments. Anyway, Happy Birthday, DP! Hope the last hour of it is great, and I hope you go party down this weekend. IOU one birfday drink.
The Late BP Helium takes the 40 Watt stage - seems like it's been a while since he's played. Maybe I'm wrong? Anyway, he and the band are gearing up, like a lotta other folks around here, for a trip to CMJ - where record company contracts flow like wine. Also at the show, British crazy person Keith John Adams and also the politi-pop of The Visitations.
Wednesday, October 25, 2006
New F'pole's up, and I'm searching through it trying to get the skinny on cover shows. So far I see: Ramones, Cramps, Siouxsie & The Banshees, Tom Petty, Replacements & Capt. Beefhart (at the Squirrel), and whatever the Shut-Ups are playing this year. Am I missing anything?
Everyone got their outfits ready? Tips for those who don't (what stores still have a good supply)? And yes, that's the reaper from Bogus Journey.
A couple of new-ish songwriter-led groups hit the stage of the Caledonia tonight. Mikey Dwyer & The Starter Kits play Mikey's tunes, while Bo Freeze's Blackout performs ... well, his. I'm not sure the full incarnation of either at the moment, but both have put out good stuff in the past. Good for rock fans.
Tuesday, October 24, 2006
Nutria's fantastic new(ish) double-album is finally out. It's got like 20 something tracks of pure great pop for the price of like 12. Fans of the Possibilities will definitely wanna check it out. Here's what Jay has to say about it:
hey folks,Hillary's recent (unbiased) review for F'pole here.
we're excited to have our new double cd, "cheef/metronome", released this week on fundamental records.
it's not a concept album or some long drawn out deal, but two different catchy and concise records- the first recorded by nutria satellite member chris grehan in 2005 and the second recorded by nutria drummer jason eshelman in 2006, packaged together for the price of one...
former members of the possibilities, the eskimos, the glands, and jack logan's band were all involved in the making of these albums....
sample some tunes on our myspace page or www.nutriaworld.com , then head over to the fundamental page or itunes and download or order a double cd....
alrighty,
jay
Monday, October 23, 2006
Since Chris directed my attention to this great article on Weird Al, I was able to see the following video from him, which I'd never seen before. It's a parody of Bob Dylan's "Subterranean Homesick Blues" and it makes about as much sense.
I'm posting it both for my friend Mike (who writes great palindrome-based stuff) and for my gf who thinks all Dylan songs are essentially the same and make no sense and who really wishes I'd listen to less of them (to be fair - even though she's totally wrong - this song does bolster those first two points and I do listen to a bit more Dylan than the average person). Anyway, here it is:
I'm posting it both for my friend Mike (who writes great palindrome-based stuff) and for my gf who thinks all Dylan songs are essentially the same and make no sense and who really wishes I'd listen to less of them (to be fair - even though she's totally wrong - this song does bolster those first two points and I do listen to a bit more Dylan than the average person). Anyway, here it is:
Brit songwriter/guitar-cradler extraordinaire Richard Thompson makes a stop in Athens to perform at the Melting Point. I'm sure a lot of folks here know who he is, but anyone who hasn't heard R.E.M.'s cover of his song "Wall Of Death" is missing out - great song, great cover. Anyway, it's a rare opportunity to see a great legend play in this town.
Also, Nic Goodsen (of Sleepy Horses) and fellow Texan Dylan Sneed (of Last Picture Show) - both now Athenians - will be playing a set together over at Flicker that I'm sure will be worth checking out.
What up, yo? Give a shout out in the comments and let us know the ups and downs of your weekend - hope it was mostly ups. Hey, the Dawgs won, right? So at least that was good.
Friday, October 20, 2006
So, Vet Pharmacist and I were in (the worst) Waffle House (ever) the other night and one small moment made it enjoyable: remembering how great the songs on the Waffle House Jukebox are. A fine tune called "Special Lady" played twice! Those things drive the WaHo staff crazy (literally, I've heard), but if you're only there periodically, they're great.
Anyway, turns out you can hear 'em online and even buy a copy of the album to take home with you. Who knew?
These bands just relax casually...
FRI: Holy crap what a cool party the 'donia's throwing tonight. Or at least some folks there are throwin' it. It's the "Footbizzle All-Stars Show". You can see the rarely-appearing rock acts Je Suis France (Lite) and Bugs Eat Books, either of which would be enough to drag my old ass outta my house to a show. But then you throw in the fantasy football-based rap and expert flow of Excalibrah + Lil' Flip Scoldjah and you've got a winning ticket. HammJammin in the extreme. Tru.
(I also have it on good authority that the long-rumored France LP is in the prep stages. Hope that's true.)
Of course, if you're not into all that, there's plenty still going on. WUOG's throwing their yearly birfday party which is also a Halloween party over at Little Kings. This year, Pegasuses-XL and Cars Can Be Blue are performing. Great lineup as well, obviously.
Or for something heavier, there's Hank III at the 40 Watt. More on that here. And for something more twangy, there's Redneck GReece over at the sketchily-located (read: BEHIND the Happy Spa) Eastwood Pub.
SAT: Casper & The Cookies take the stage at the Caledonia to rock their new stuff. There's a whole write-up about it in Flagpole this week, but I would add that if you haven't seen 'em in a while, you owe it to yourself to check 'em out again. The new band is on fire.
For more rock, Lake City and Mother Jackson are at the 40 Watt, and starting around 11PM, DJ Other Voices, Other Rooms will be spinning at Little Kings. F'pole says, "At tonight's dance party, expect tracks from the Isley Bros., Ol' Dirty Bastard, The Glands, Midnight Star, some house, and more." I'm sure he can tell us more.
SUN: Madeline and Geoff Reacher at the Secret Squirrel. Outta town, back into town, back outta town. You know how it goes.
FRI: Holy crap what a cool party the 'donia's throwing tonight. Or at least some folks there are throwin' it. It's the "Footbizzle All-Stars Show". You can see the rarely-appearing rock acts Je Suis France (Lite) and Bugs Eat Books, either of which would be enough to drag my old ass outta my house to a show. But then you throw in the fantasy football-based rap and expert flow of Excalibrah + Lil' Flip Scoldjah and you've got a winning ticket. HammJammin in the extreme. Tru.
(I also have it on good authority that the long-rumored France LP is in the prep stages. Hope that's true.)
Of course, if you're not into all that, there's plenty still going on. WUOG's throwing their yearly birfday party which is also a Halloween party over at Little Kings. This year, Pegasuses-XL and Cars Can Be Blue are performing. Great lineup as well, obviously.
Or for something heavier, there's Hank III at the 40 Watt. More on that here. And for something more twangy, there's Redneck GReece over at the sketchily-located (read: BEHIND the Happy Spa) Eastwood Pub.
SAT: Casper & The Cookies take the stage at the Caledonia to rock their new stuff. There's a whole write-up about it in Flagpole this week, but I would add that if you haven't seen 'em in a while, you owe it to yourself to check 'em out again. The new band is on fire.
For more rock, Lake City and Mother Jackson are at the 40 Watt, and starting around 11PM, DJ Other Voices, Other Rooms will be spinning at Little Kings. F'pole says, "At tonight's dance party, expect tracks from the Isley Bros., Ol' Dirty Bastard, The Glands, Midnight Star, some house, and more." I'm sure he can tell us more.
SUN: Madeline and Geoff Reacher at the Secret Squirrel. Outta town, back into town, back outta town. You know how it goes.
Thursday, October 19, 2006
Though the lyrics-as-video thing kinda kills the fun a little bit, Weird Al's new single, "White & Nerdy" (a parody of Chamillionaire's "Ridin'" for those who know it - not a requirement) is damn funny:
(And yes, before you ask, the official "White & Nerdy" hoodie - as seen in the video - is for sale on Al's site... if anyone was wondering what I wanted for Christmas.)
(And yes, before you ask, the official "White & Nerdy" hoodie - as seen in the video - is for sale on Al's site... if anyone was wondering what I wanted for Christmas.)
It's major flashback time at the 40 Watt as the Dexter Romweber Duo, Flash To Bang Time, and Polemic (okay, they're kinda newer than the other two) perform together. Rare for each to play. Probably unprecedented for a triple bill. Fun line-up.
For something softer, there's Peter Alvanos (of Fabulous Bird) over at the Mercury Lounge. And for something odd and possibly not true, there's the apparent rumor that Everclear (yes, that Everclear) is going to play the tiny new bar The Library (formerly known as "The G Spot" and before that "The Brass Monkey" - if I remember correctly). They're doing a tour of college towns and have a break in their posted schedule tonight and are going to Mobile, AL tomorrow, so it's possible. Probable, we'll see? Stranger things have happened. Anyway, F'pole printed it and since so many people here probably came of music-loving age in the 90's, thought I'd mention it.
UPDATE: My bad, wrong bar (as Hillary pointed out). The bar the supposed Everclear show is at is actually the place formerly known as Athens Music/Burger Factory and The Last Call and The Fifth Quarter and all that. Makes more sense now. That place is bigger.
Wednesday, October 18, 2006
Poster pretty much says it all, right? Squirrel's site also mentions The Renegadez (and has all the links you could need). I have no idea what time it all starts, but maybe Ian'll tell us.
Also, Claire Campbell will be playing a solo set over at the Melting Point. Expect material from the mythical upcoming solo album that'll follow the supposed HFAGS sophomore LP. Doesn't anybody record anymore? Anyway, the material's there and it's good.
Finally, don't forget the MusickFest Art Auction tonight at Flicker. Wendy's doing well and I'm sure very grateful for the money that's been raised, but she's certainly still a very long way from out of major debt, so every bit helps! Plus, it's great art from a lot of folks. It all starts at 6:30 PM in the theatre portion of the bar and many more details can be found in our earlier post and here.
Tuesday, October 17, 2006
Well, F'pole lists tonight's performance on WUOG's "Live Fast Rules" as "Music Hates Young"... dunno if that's like Music Hates You's alter-ego Neil Young Cover project or what, but I can say that MHY's return to WUOG is interesting in and of itself. Plus, they're loud. And awesome. 10 PM.
Also, Jerry Joseph and the Jackmormons perform at the Georgia Theatre. Been a while since the group hit the stage in that incarnation... with Jerry touring on his own and all. Jayne'll have a lot more details to this that I could provide.
Monday, October 16, 2006
Just when you thought MusickFest was over, not so fast. The live music portion has already happened; however, there is still the art auction this Wednesday night on October 18.
Between the 2-night benefit show, and the rock memorabilia auction, somewhere around $15,000 has already been raised. This should cover about half of Wendy's surgery costs so the MusickFest folks are still trying to raise a bit more to help out. (Next year, the benefit aims to do the same for someone else in need.)
Thank you again for supporting Wendy in her time of need. She is now back at home (after 8 days in the hospital) and resting. Her surgery went well and the biopsy came back benign! She has a long road ahead of her but is expected to be rocking again by the holidays!
Between the 2-night benefit show, and the rock memorabilia auction, somewhere around $15,000 has already been raised. This should cover about half of Wendy's surgery costs so the MusickFest folks are still trying to raise a bit more to help out. (Next year, the benefit aims to do the same for someone else in need.)
Thank you again for supporting Wendy in her time of need. She is now back at home (after 8 days in the hospital) and resting. Her surgery went well and the biopsy came back benign! She has a long road ahead of her but is expected to be rocking again by the holidays!
Hello Everybody!
MusickFest Benefit has been a huge success so far! Thank you to everyone who contributed and helped to make this whole thing happen! We have one event left - the Art Auction.
MUSICK FEST ART AUCTION - Wednesday, October 18 @ Flicker (in Theater) 6:30 p.m.
If you haven't seen the art collection hanging at the Flicker Theater, you should check it out. Over 30 artists have donated over 40 pieces. On Wednesday, October 18th, at 6:30 p.m., we will be auctioning off all of the original art.
There will be 2 simultaneous auctions, a Silent Auction and a Live Auction.
Silent Auction
Minimum bids start as low as $3.00 and go up to $50.00 in the Silent Auction, many are around $20.00. This Auction will start at 6:30 p.m. and will end at 9:00 p.m.
Live Auction
The Live Auction has 16 pieces whose minimum bids start at $65.00 and go as high as $1500.00. This will start at 7:00 p.m. and will end by 10:00 p.m.
Out-of-Towners
If you don't live in Athens, GA than you can view most of the diverse collection here, and participate in our auction by registering with us by 5 p.m. on Tuesday, October 17th.
If you want to participate in either auction, and you live out-of-town, please register with us by sending us an e-mail to musickfest@gmail.com with the following information:
• Name:
• Address (no PO Boxes - this is for shipping!):
• Phone Number (cell preferred, we may need to call you so you must be available by phone between the hours of 6:30-10:00 p.m. EST on October 18th).
• Art Piece you are interested in by Title and Artist:
• Maximum bid for the piece (does NOT include the cost to ship the item to you): $ .00
• Method of payment (piece will be mailed after payment is received): Check, Money Order, Cashiers Check or Credit Card
• Would you like to buy a MusickFest T-shirt, $15, or Southern Bitch DVD, Live at the 40 Watt, $8? The DVD is GREAT, showing just how on fire that band can be!
Note: All of this information will be used for Music Fest Art Auction uses only - your privacy will be protected.
All out-of-town bidders must register with us by Tuesday, October 17 at 5 p.m. We will take your maximum bid and bid for you until your max bid is reached or surpassed. (In the event of a duplicate maximum bid for one item by two or more out-of-town bidders, the bidders will be called on cell phones to duel it out. In the case of a tie bid with a local bidder and an out-of-town bidder, the local bidder, who is present at the auction, will win the bid.) Any winning out-of-town bidders will be notified no later than Thursday Oct 19 either by phone or email. At that time, we will let you know where to mail your payment, which will include the high bid and the cost of shipping. Your piece will be securely wrapped, insured and mailed to you through UPS or FedEx as soon as we get your payment. You will be responsible for shipping costs so be sure to take that into consideration when bidding!
MUSICK FEST ART AUCTION - Wed. Oct. 18 @ Flicker (in Theater) 6:30pm
FEATURED ARTISTS:
Edwina Arey, Watson Atkinson, Chris Bilheimer, Rachel Cabaniss, Don Chambers, Mandy Jane Crouse, Robbie Cucchiaro, Sofia DeCastro, Barbara Denvir, Wes Freed, Matthew Ginter, Krysia Haag, Chris Hubbard, Will Johnson, Josh Jordan, Georgette & Angie Kidby, Jack Logan, Jacob Malobany, Laura Martin, Elliot McPherson, Rosemary Mendicino, Njambi Mwaura, Jeff Owens, Malia Ploster, Adam Smith, Lisa Hargon-Smith, Beth Steele, Jimmy "cap man" Straehla, Vernon Thornsberry, Jason Thrasher,
Annie Wellborn, Carter Wellborn, William Cary Whitley, Gretchen LaBudde Wood
There's some great stuff there, so please check it out! Thanks again!
Thanks to KM for sending us a link to this story about a Yale grad/shredder who's making a documentary involving a slow-mo camera and the masters of metal shredding. Hell yeah.
And for those who don't read the comments, he also sent a link to this video last week:
And for those who don't read the comments, he also sent a link to this video last week:
DJ has a request for the big show at the Caledonia this Friday that I can't help with, but maybe someone can...
Do yall know anyone who has a projector, or anyone who could possibly rent one from UGA? I have somewhat exhausted my outlets and thought "hey dayjobs might know".Hope someone can help cause this show's gonna rule. At the risk of sounding cliched, it might be the hammjamminest. If you can help, e-mail him to let him know. And just to clarify, he means a projector you can hook up to a laptop. Thanks!
That would rule if you do. Of course free admission and free brews for anyone who can help!
Thanks a ton
DJ
Mornin'... What's been up with y'all? Drop us a line in the comments and let us know what's good. Really needin' something to cure what ails right now (horrible football loss + speeding ticket kinda weekend). Also, if you're ever taking 78 the whole way back from Atlanta (you can take Ponce De Leon till it turns into 78), then beware that somewhere in Snellville, it turns to a 35 mile/hr zone for a mile or so and the sign that tells you about that is less than prominent.
Friday, October 13, 2006
Happy Friday the 13th. Now, this is how a fall Athens weekend is supposed to look!...
FRI: Phosphorescent, in a new incarnation, makes a return to the stage briefly before disappearing for a fall European tour. Expect a new batch of tunes and hopefully none that are 45 minutes long. Stereo Campbell and other join at The Caledonia. More here.
There's also We Versus The Shark making a relatively rare appearance these days at the Secret Squirrel with (as usual) many others. I read in F'pole that their recent absence is because they're recording a new 4 song EP. I really hope that means IN ADDITION TO a new full-length.
For something different, there's the experimental sounds of Diet Rockstar at Flicker or the Hip Hop Homecoming show over at Tasty World.
SAT (GO DAWGS!!!): A huge double bill at the 40 Watt as Camper Van Beethoven and Built To Spill will both be playing. I've seen both of 'em there - Camper a coupla' times. Both played solid shows. No doubt well worth your time.
Some other cool shows in the clubs by a bunch a good local bands as well: A double-show by Mandy Jane & The Jaws Of Life at Flicker, the odd pairing of Five Eight and Tin Cup Prophette at Tasty World, and the hopefully-keeping-up club appearances Titans Of Filth at the Caledonia.
SUN: Even Sunday is busy as Kimberly Morgan fills the opening slot at the Melting Point (more here), Redneck GReece returns to his old stomping ground at Jot 'Em Down BBQ, and Still, Small Voice & The Joyful Noise rocks the Transmetropolitan.
FRI: Phosphorescent, in a new incarnation, makes a return to the stage briefly before disappearing for a fall European tour. Expect a new batch of tunes and hopefully none that are 45 minutes long. Stereo Campbell and other join at The Caledonia. More here.
There's also We Versus The Shark making a relatively rare appearance these days at the Secret Squirrel with (as usual) many others. I read in F'pole that their recent absence is because they're recording a new 4 song EP. I really hope that means IN ADDITION TO a new full-length.
For something different, there's the experimental sounds of Diet Rockstar at Flicker or the Hip Hop Homecoming show over at Tasty World.
SAT (GO DAWGS!!!): A huge double bill at the 40 Watt as Camper Van Beethoven and Built To Spill will both be playing. I've seen both of 'em there - Camper a coupla' times. Both played solid shows. No doubt well worth your time.
Some other cool shows in the clubs by a bunch a good local bands as well: A double-show by Mandy Jane & The Jaws Of Life at Flicker, the odd pairing of Five Eight and Tin Cup Prophette at Tasty World, and the hopefully-keeping-up club appearances Titans Of Filth at the Caledonia.
SUN: Even Sunday is busy as Kimberly Morgan fills the opening slot at the Melting Point (more here), Redneck GReece returns to his old stomping ground at Jot 'Em Down BBQ, and Still, Small Voice & The Joyful Noise rocks the Transmetropolitan.
Thursday, October 12, 2006
So just a heads up that this week's Flagpole has an article about Porn Orchard. Porn Orchard was awesome. Go read about 'em. Man, this post is gonna get us a lot of hits.
The Netherlands' hippest new band Russian Spy Camera and a few other bands rock the Caledonia. I've got nothing to add to that, but it's a full show with an Atlanta act or two so you can make an evening of it.
Wednesday, October 11, 2006
The "worldgrass" (their term, not mine) sounds of Calliope Fair can be heard at Flicker tonight. Not something I'd normally think about going to see, but their song on the "Live in the Lobby" comp this year was really good so worth a listen, no doubt. Good songwriting and not a bad choice for a mid-week down-tempo night out, plus they don't play out that much.
Also, Circulatory System makes their way back into the clubs for an increasingly rare show featuring a lot of their new material, for sure. What can you say at this point? Can't wait for the new album and their live shows rock. Visit the Caledonia tonight to see why. Also on the bill: The New Sound of Numbers, M Coast, and The Instruments. And Jeff Mangum*. Yes, really!
*=No, not really.
Tuesday, October 10, 2006
Monday, October 09, 2006
Done In A Hurry
Northern Line
This Is Not How Forever Begins
Waterloo Crescent
Time Zones and Area Codes
Not Tonight
Ten Dollars (false start)
Ten Dollars
Jackie And Will
Parker River
Lost Your Wig
Your Side Of Town
Coming Home
Hey Y'all, Kimberly Morgan sent this letter on behalf of the folks behind MusickFest:
Thank you to all that helped the music portion of MusickFest such a success. We raised over $12,000 in cash and checks and still have to include the credit card receipts. We still have the Art auction on the 18th as well. So yeee haww ya'll! What a difference this will make for Adam and Wendy.That all being said, it's not over yet. You can still donate through Paypal and at the art auction. Here are those details again:
Wendy is progressing well. I've been visiting several times a day bringing Adam his meals. He has not left her side. What a great husband. Wendy is still in A LOT of pain and has not had any food or water in over 3 days now. They cannot let her drink or eat, for a couple of reasons... but they know what they are doing and she is getting a little better every day. Yesterday, she was able to hold short conversations and was making a lot more sense than the days prior.
This whole experience has meant so much to me. I think it has made our community a stronger, sweeter place to be. It's nice to know exactly how much we care about each other.
THANK YOU
Kimberly Morgan
Art Auction
There is an art auction taking place on October 18th at 6:30 p.m. EST at the Flicker Bar on Washington St. Magnificent pieces are currently on display in the theatre side of the bar. A portion of these pieces may be viewed online. Information on online bidding is forthcoming so please check the myspace site for further information next week. Featured artists include:
Wes Freed, Jack Logan, Beth Steele, Rosemary Mendicino, Chris Hubbard, Gretchen LeBudde Wood, Jimmy "cap man" Straehla, Jason Thrasher, Edwyna Arey, Krysia Haag, Njambi Mwaura, Cary Whitley, Lisa Hargon-Smith, Don Chambers, Adam Smith, Elliot McPherson, Vernon Thornsberry, Jeff Owens, Georgette & Angie Kidby, Chris Bilheimer, Josh Jordan, Jacob Malobany, Mandy Jane Crouse, Laura Martin, Malia Ploster, Barbara Denvir, Watson Atkinson, Rachel Cabaniss, Robbie Cucchiaro, Annie & Carter Wellborn, Sofia DeCastroOnline Donations
For those out of town or unable to attend the show, monetary donations can be made online through Paypal by using the musickfest@gmail.com email address. Don't use Paypal? Checks, made payable to Musick Fest Benefit, are also welcome and may be mailed to: Musick Fest Benefit, c/o Rebecca Hood, P.O. Box 667, Athens, GA 30606. Any amount, small or large, is greatly appreciated.
To those who have helped so far, thank you all very much. I'm sure Wendy is very appreciative of the support.
Mornin' y'all... what's up? Can't believe the disastrous Saturday. Anyway, Musickfest turned out well, so that was good. What's up with y'all? Drop us a line in the comments to let us know what's up that's worth doing around here.
Friday, October 06, 2006
FRI: Musickfest continues tonight at Nuci's Space. If you've missed any details, scroll down to yesterday or the day before's posts. Last night's show was awesome. A great (if short) performance by the Star Room Quintet (my name, not theirs) and how about the guy who paid $1,000 for the Panic poster?!? That's either very dedicated or very drunk. Also, just got done watching the "Southern Bitch Live At The 40 Watt" DVD and it's awesome. Way to on that, Sloan and Matt! Anyway, here's the lineup for tonight:
Friday, Oct. 6th, Nuci's Space, $10, doors 7pmAlso, the Workhorses of the Recreational/Entertainment Industry will play an increasingly rare show (getting back to old form, huh?) at Flicker around 8:30 PM.
Still Small Voice and the Joyful Noise 8 pm
Betsy Franck 9 pm
Kimberly Morgan 9:45 pm
Diet Rockstar 10:30 pm
Mother Jackson 11:30 pm
Patterson Hood 12:30 am
SAT (GO DAWGS!!!): During the day, there's the annual North Georgia Folk Festival at Sandy Creek Park. I don't know all the details, but you can read about it here and here.
If you can brave the Vols fans, downtown's got a couple of good shows. The Titans of Filth make a club appearance to play the Caledonia with outta-towners the Lylas and the local Bearfoot Hookers. Also, if you miss the folk-ish daytime, you can catch Hope For Agoldensummer and The Packway Handle Band at the 40 Watt.
Thursday, October 05, 2006
For those not getting their MySpace messages, here's the latest from 63 Crayons:
We want to release our new record in the near future.I suppose they'd prolly accept an e-mail too. If you're on the fence, there's a new song up on their myspace page.
Since we're doing it ourselves, we'd like to get an idea of how many people would be interested in pre-ordering it. If enough people pre-order it, we'll be able to get it pressed and released a lot more quickly.
Those fine friends who pre-order the album ($10 + small shipping charge) would get an extra bit of goodness as thanks for helping make the release possible. We haven't yet decided what that will be. It will more than likely be an extra cd of music.
So, let us hear what you think. There's no obligation right now. This is just a survey. Would you like to pre-order the record? Click here to send us a message and tell us.
Thanks & Love,
The 63 Crayons
We've been talking about Musickfest so much it's hard to believe it's finally here (or that anyone might not know who's playing). In case you don't, here's the deal:
Thursday, Oct. 5th, 40 Watt, $15, doors 8pmMore here and of course here (for the whole run-down).Clay Leverett (Lona, Now It's Overhead) 9 pm
Dave Marr (Star Room Boys) 9:45 pm
David Barbe & the Quick Hooks 10:30 pm
Will Johnson (Centro-matic, South San Gabriel) 11:15 pm
Don Chambers & GOAT 12 am
Patterson Hood & the Screwtopians 1 am
Also, if you like bluegrass, the Packway Handle Band'll be on WUOG's "Live In The Lobby" around 8 PM and then later on down at Flicker.
Wednesday, October 04, 2006
In an effort to raise awareness about MusickFest and its purpose, we wanted to recap all the different information given here the past few days and to once again remind you of the different ways you may be able to help Wendy Musick's surgery costs.
We'd like to emphasize that 100% of all proceeds from the show's cover charge, art and rock memorabilia auction, and DVD sales will directly benefit Wendy.
Come to the Rock & Roll Memorabilia Auction and Show!
MusickFest: The Schedule
Thursday, Oct. 5th, 40 Watt, $15, doors 8pm
Clay Leverett (Lona, Now It's Overhead) 9 pm
Dave Marr (Star Room Boys) 9:45 pm
David Barbe & the Quick Hooks 10:30 pm
Will Johnson (Centro-matic, South San Gabriel) 11:15 pm
Don Chambers & GOAT 12 am
Patterson Hood & the Screwtopians 1 am
Dave Marr (Star Room Boys) 9:45 pm
David Barbe & the Quick Hooks 10:30 pm
Will Johnson (Centro-matic, South San Gabriel) 11:15 pm
Don Chambers & GOAT 12 am
Patterson Hood & the Screwtopians 1 am
Friday, Oct. 6th, Nuci's Space, $10, doors 7pm
Still Small Voice and the Joyful Noise 8 pm
Betsy Franck 9 pm
Kimberly Morgan 9:45 pm
Diet Rockstar 10:30 pm
Mother Jackson 11:30 pm
Patterson Hood 12:30 am
Auction Table Items (at the show)
Live Auction:
Arlo Gurthrie signed Alice's Restaurant poster
Widespread Panic signed poster (with original guitarist Mike Houser's signature, description here)
Flaming Lips signed posters selling out Royal Albert's Hall
Flaming Lips signed posters (2)
Flaming Lips "Hand of Determination"
Cigar Box Guitar (handmade by Brian Howard of Kevn Kinney & Slackdaddy, & his wife Pamela)
Jason Isbell of the Drive-By Truckers guitar
Drive-By Truckers signed poster
Silent Auction:
R.E.M. CDs, t-shirts, DVDs, etc.
Drive-By Truckers signed CDs & DVD
Kevn Kinney signed CDs
Flaming Lips signed magazine
Violent Femmes signed t-shirt
Dr. Becky Laird, D.C. gift certificate ($140.00)
Stewart & Associates Construction gift certificate ($200.00 value)
13 Roses Tattoo gift certificate ($200.00 value)
4 Vintage Microphones
2 Verizon Wireless Cell Phones
Art Auction
There is an art auction taking place on October 18th at 6:30 p.m. EST at the Flicker Bar on Washington St. Magnificent pieces are currently on display in the theatre side of the bar. A portion of these pieces may be viewed online. Information on online bidding is forthcoming so please check the myspace site for further information next week. Featured artists include:
Wes Freed, Jack Logan, Beth Steele, Rosemary Mendicino, Chris Hubbard, Gretchen LeBudde Wood, Jimmy "cap man" Straehla, Jason Thrasher, Edwyna Arey, Krysia Haag, Njambi Mwaura, Cary Whitley, Lisa Hargon-Smith, Don Chambers, Adam Smith, Elliot McPherson, Vernon Thornsberry, Jeff Owens, Georgette & Angie Kidby, Chris Bilheimer, Josh Jordan, Jacob Malobany, Mandy Jane Crouse, Laura Martin, Malia Ploster, Barbara Denvir, Watson Atkinson, Rachel Cabaniss, Robbie Cucchiaro, Annie & Carter Wellborn, Sofia DeCastroOnline Donations
For those out of town or unable to attend the show, monetary donations can be made online through paypal by using the musickfest@gmail.com email adress. Don't use paypal? Checks, made payable to Musick Fest Benefit, are also welcome and may be mailed to: Musick Fest Benefit, c/o Rebecca Hood, PO Box 667, Athens, GA 30606. Any amount, small or large, is greatly appreciated.
Pick up a DVD
A Southern Bitch: Live from the 40 Watt DVD-R will be sold at the shows for a donation of $8. This is a four-angle, fan-made dvd from the 2004 CD release party of Southern Bitch's second album Snake in the Grass. (We here at TDJ would like to add that this was a kickass show!) The DVD-R will include packaging so please be sure to check out the merchandise table at the shows. It's a nice bang for your buck!
Southern Shelter has a preview of the DVD up, as well as some live audio from featured performers for MusickFest.
Memphis MusickFest
In addition to the Athens benefit, friends and fans of Wendy in Memphis, TN have put together a smaller version of the festival planned for October 13 at Memphis Original's (Mo's) located on 3521 Walker St. Please contact Mark Brown for more information.
We sure hope to see you there!
Several things happening around town of some note... First off, the 40 Watt is hosting the Low Lows for their record release party, which is also their last Athens show before departing for a very extensive tour. Push! (featuring former Astra folks) and Sleepy Duo (Nic & Brandi of Sleepy Horses) open. All in all, there better be some nice shoes to gaze at (or so says Flagpole).
Also, Venice Is Sinking takes the stage at the Elberton Fair around 8 PM. Which, as Lucas said yesterday, is "Right after the wrestling, baby races, and racing pigs. For real."
Tuesday, October 03, 2006
Apparently, CS informs me, we've been getting hits from people looking for details about the story involving North Oconee County High School and some MySpace scandal. I mean, if we had scandalous details about the goings on at local High Schools in the last decade we'd probably post 'em. But we don't.
All we have to offer are the (seemingly now defunct) "Tales From The Real O.C." - now with freshly repaired links! Also, we just got a MySpace page like a month or so ago. We don't have that big of a network yet. Sorry to all those looking for lurid details, but we're glad to know we came up on a search like that.
P.S. Try The Banner.
Producto, who has all but disappeared into the studio following a series of outings this past summer, re-emerge to perform at Tasty World tonight. Hoping to hear more new stuff, but we'll see. They're opening for outta-towners Paper Cranes, otherwise known as "Rain Phoenix's band". I'm sure there's a big after-party at Stipe's place. You're all invited if you can scale the fence and get past the guards.
Also, get psyched - The Elberton Fair is going on all week!
Monday, October 02, 2006
To get folks ready for Musickfest later this week, Sloan's put up a preview of the upcoming Southern Bitch DVD - which will be released in a very limited quantity at the show on Thursday and will be sold there and Friday if any remain until they sell out. I've seen actual clips from it, and it's gonna be awesome (it's widescreen and not all stretched/compressed-looking like this clip - which is a YouTube thing). Anyway, here's a look-see:
Back from the weekend... Anyone do anything especially exciting and/or relaxing that other people can also do? Tell us/them about it in the comments! (Or just use this space to complain about things - I don't mind, either way.)
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