There are things about last night's show with the Lemonheads that I can talk about. And there are other parts that I'm going to have to just keep to myself and the people who were there to share the experience. For anyone who has read this blog long enough, you know that the Lemonheads have always been one of my favorite bands and it's crazy to think I've been listening to Evan for over 20 years. In that time, I've had several memorable experiences with Evan, some super amazing "I can't believe this is happening right now" moments to super psychotic "I can't believe this is happening right now" moments. I'm happy to say that Mr. Dando appears to be doing much better than the last time he was in town, and from their super awesome performance to his up-till-last-call encore to the after hours fun that ensued, last night just might go down as one of my favorite shows of the year. Though I'm not really gonna talk about the after hours stuff so as not to get anyone in trouble, I will say it was cool that in conversation with someone else, Evan remembered hanging out at my house a few years ago, and it was also nice that he called me later to tell me that they got lost on the way to my house and it was agreed that maybe it was just best to call it a night since it was already about 4 am and he had to catch a flight today.
I filmed most of the show, though a couple songs got cut off when my battery died and I'm not sure how much my friend Brian Guthrie (who shot the top photo) got when he filmed the encore for me when I had to use the restroom. Also, apologies that I shot from the dead zone of the stage. I would've liked to have been on the other side of the stage to better capture the sound, but then I wouldn't have had such a clear shot. I also have to thank Pete Markall and David Miller who allowed me to squeeze up front with them. The video playlist has 8 videos of varying lengths. I haven't watched through all of them but will try to make a setlist when I can get through all of them since he didn't necessarily stick to what was planned. I gotta say, I had no expectations, so I'm thrilled to say that last night was a super awesome night for the history books.
I got an e-mail today from my friend Tina that it was 15 years ago today that she met Ricky, her husband now of several years, at a party at my house. A huge shout out to Variety Pak for playing that show- Tricky, Froot Loop...who else was there? Man, I was booking shows at 14! ***** I loved the Delta Spirit debate yesterday. CatDirt wrote, too, and you can see his post here with all the comments he generated. I will link the article in CityBeat as soon as they post their stuff on the web. (what is taking so long CB?)Finally, here's the link. ***** Kallao, a dj on 91x, is a phenomenal photograher. He's posted a tons of pics from SXSW and his personal blog entries that accompany those photos on Flickr. You can see all of it here. ***** TAANG! Records is requesting submissions from Independent Hardcore bands (from all locales, not just San Diego). Get them your music by April 10, at which time they will choose bands and host a showcase show. Friend request them on their MySpace page and click on the blog. Or just go to the store and say hi to Curtis and Miggs and the rest of the guys there. ***** There's some great stuff in the Reader's "Blurt this week". Street Scene in Del Mar? (CatDirt was on that a couple weeks ago, but still.) Hot Monkey Love cancels rap shows.
Most interesting: House of Blues has new talent buyers. I just got an e-mail from my friend this morning about the House of Blues:
Subj: House of Suck
This is ridiculous:
Ticket at HOB (name of band withheld at Dave's request): $20 + $4 Convenience Fee + $8 Venue Fee + $2 Will Call Fee =$34 !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! (online purchase)
I have been pretty clear about my feelings about House of Blues. The buyers can complain about low profits or people not going out on weeknights, but the truth is the HoB has bullied other venues outta shows by guaranteeing bands more cash, thereby raising ticket prices to a range most people aren't willing to pay regularly. I go there as the exception, not a rule. Dave now intends to write every band coming to town to let them know how the HoB jacks us. I just might do the same. ***** Do you shop at Henry's? Wanna be on TV?
Henry's is shooting a new television commercial and we need your help! We believe our customers are the most important part of our business. That's why we've chosen to highlight you in our new commercial. We're looking for loyal Henry's customers who are passionate about shopping at Henry's Farmers Market stores. To be considered for an appearance in our new commercial, you just need to send an email to events@henrysmarkets.com with the following information: name, age, location of the store you shop at, picture and a short paragraph about why you shop at Henry's. The deadline for entries is this Friday, March 30, 2007 - so don't delay! Must be available for filming Friday, April 6, 2007 at Carlsbad location.
***** I didn't go out last night so no real recap, but I did watch a lot of really bad tv so I thought that might be worth a recap for once:
7:30-8p:
Entertainment Tonight: Gianna Versace's daughter is "fighting a brave fight against anorexia." From the autopsy, Anna Nicole did a shitload of prescription drugs, had a boob job, and an "unremarkable anus".
Simultaneous viewing from 8-9pm:
American Idol: crap. crap. crap. Gwen Stefani was the guest this week so the performers either did No Doubt songs or songs that inspired her. The stylist this week especially sucked. All the clothes were disgusting and I don't even need to comment about Sanjaya's hair. I can't believe I watched any part of this. I think I might have a crush on Simon. Troy Johnson would kick ass as a host on this show.
The Daily Show/Colbert Report (repeats from Monday): Alberto Gonzalez is a douchebag. John Oliver is hilarious. Colbert has another editing challenge.
Simultaneous viewing 9-10pm:
Dancing With The Stars: I know I'm not exactly in the 54-99 age demographic for this show, but I handled exactly 2 minutes of the show. While I appreciate the athleticism it takes to do some of the dances, I don't find anything sexy or appealing about any of it.
Pussycat Dolls Present: The Search for the Next Doll: "Asia dances like a transvestite." Sisely was booted off the show. I'm still looking for that fine line between sexy and trashy because pretty much every show, every outfit, every dance is pretty trashy.
Simultaneous viewing 10-11p:
Bad Girls Club: I didn't even know this show was still on. I feel a marathon weekend coming up because I've missed the show for weeks. I didn't even know it was still on. Idiot chicks pretty much getting wasted all the time and then talking shit about each other getting wasted. Doesn't get much better than that. (Oh! Network)
Tori & Dean Inn Love: A pregnant Tori Spelling wanders around SoCal in search of a Bed and Breakfast to purchase where they will live and start a business. Looks like they decided on Temecula and were won over by the charm of Fallbrook.
Great American Dream Vote: You know any show hosted by Donny Osmond is going to be phenomenal. (I just threw up in my mouth a little) I don't really understand the show, but the four finalists voted on by the studio audience had the following "lifelong dreams":
bald guy: a full head of hair
midwest lady: turn her daughter into a rodeo queen
other blonde: open a dog sanctuary for aging hounds
jersey guy: open a flower shoppe for his wife
Clearly you can see the quality of this show. I didn't tune in long enough to see which two finalists made it to the American vote.
CW News @ 10: San Diego was windy yesterday. Some doctor is missing. Eddie Griffin crashed a Ferrari.
11p-12a:
The Daily Show: The Dems snuck some ridiculous pork barrel language to their war spending bill in order to get enough votes for passage. Irritating, but probably done just to make a point stronger than a non-binding resolution because it will get vetoed by Bush who ha vowed to veto any bill with a timeline or benchmarks attached to it. The correspondent on there sucks now, I want Rob Corddry back. Dennis Miller is a fucking idiot.
Colbert Report: Madeline Albright is such a cool lady.
Time to sleep. I can't believe I remember any of that crap today.
Last night at karaoke, I ran into my friend Brad on my way out of the bar and he walked me home. He played bass in the influential punk band The Wipers back in the day. I just thought I would mention this because 1. I can't believe he hasn't been nabbed to play in a current San Diego project in the time that he's been here, and 2. Stereogum has a post about a list in Q Magazine article that lists it's version of the 20 songs that most influenced Kurt Cobain. The Wipers are absent from that list, but if you read the comments, people are freaking out that they were left off.
He will not be happy that I posted any of this, but that's him on the left...
By the way, Taang! Records has the 7" box set of several bands doing covers of Wipers tunes, called "14 Songs for Greg Sage: Wipers Tribute" , including Nirvana. Tell Miggs I sent you.
