Re: Best So Far - 99
Excerpts from internet.listserv.postcard2: 7-Apr-99 Re: Best So Far - 99 by Christopher M Knaus@juno Or I could have them confused with Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her. Did a band actually name themseleves after this XTC song? Carl Z.
Mandy Barnett
Damn, what a way for Owen Bradley to go out! I may get a copy for my Patsy Cline-lovin' mom. Carl Z.
Shania and music on cable tv
Two things: Watched a bio on Shania on VH-1, and I'll confess some embarrassment at demonizing the gal -- holding her out as an example of all that's rotten about commercial country. She seems like a fairly straightforward working-class girl, who parlayed (to my ears, at least) modest talent into superstar status. I still don't like her music very much, but if I'm gonna play the blame game, then it belongs with the usual culprit, the triumph of marketing over substance, or the other usual culprit, there's no accounting for taste, mine or yours. I finally snagged that cable TV music service, where you get 31 different musical genre selections. I wanted it mainly to have access to "classic country." But lo and behold, classic country these days isn't what it used to be (since the word "classic" in terms of music changes over time). Anyhow, during the half-hour I was listening, the station played such classics as 80s vintage Oak Ridge Boys, Gary Morris, Ronny McDowell, and Alabama. So my dreams of a station that only plays Tammy, George, Buck, Loretta, Merle -- or Hank, Ray, Johnny, and Hank -- went up in smoke. I switched to the blues station, which was just dandy. -- Terry Smith
Chicago: Honky Tonk Living Room
Tomorrow night, April 8, is gonna be great. We've got Chris Mills and Red Meat at the Hideout for the Honky Tonk Living Room. In case you're not familiar with these characters, here's a little background: On Red Meat:http://www.chireader.com/music/spotcheck.htmlRed Meat is California's premiere honky-tonk band combining music stylesof Americana, country-swing, bluegrass, old style country, and gospelharmonies set off by the unique sounds of pedal steel, fiddle, andmandolin. Composed chiefly of expatriate Midwesterners, this crew hascountry roots that run pretty darned deep. Red Meat's 13, which reached #18 on the Gavin Reports' Americana Chart,was produced by legendary L.A. guitarist/songwriter Dave Alvin (foundingmember of the Blasters/solo artist on Hightone Records). Red Meat chart hopper Broken Up and Blue is currently #1 and One Woman Man peaked at #5 and on the Independent Country Singles* in these United States. And as for Chris Mills: http://www.sugarfreerecords.com/chrismills.htmlOn his sophmore Sugar Free release, Every Night Fight For Your Life,Chris Mills has assembled an impressive cast of friends and musicians. With help from themembers of Paul K and The Weathermen, Red Red Meat, Lambchop, Pinetop 7,as well as Drag City chanteuse Edith Frost, Mills returns once again tothemes of love, loss and desperation with a stark sense of honesty andemotion. Already known for the two fisted honesty of his previous work, Mills nowbrings musical muscle to the table. From the incendiary guitar work ofFire For You to the aching piano strains of Pontiac, Mills andfriends wrap brutal lyrical truth in striking sounds and textures.(I spoke to Chris today, and he tells me he'll be doing a sexy acoustic set with Deanna Varagona lending harmonies.) This'll be a good'n - come on down if you can. 9P.M., 1354 W. Wabansia, $6.
Re: Best So Far - 99
Nice idea and I would truly like to but just went out to my car here in good old northern Utah and theres another two inches of white shit on it. It's new and it didn't come from seagulls, and more of its still flying. I guess I'll just have hang out with the cd player for another week cause it ain't supposed to snow tonight but a new colder nortern storm front should arrive late tomorrow. Oh well, the Mandy Barnett is hot enough and I'm still having trouble getting the Chris Webster to vacate a spot in carousel. No top 10 yet cause I haven't had a chance to listen to everything that will be released before Jan. 2000. Iceman ps The Tom Waits si great and the new Robert Cray (all three cuts I've had a chance listen too seems headed that way, too. Oh yeah top tens when only a month ago I was seeing us debate a thread on 1999, the year the music died. What happened? Jennifer Sperandeo wrote: I PROPOSE IT SHOULD BE A PUNISHABLE OFFENSE TO COMPILE A TEN BEST LIST IN APRIL! Go outside! Get some sun! Kiss a girl xojns np Kid Rock -- From: Don Yates [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "passenger side" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Re: Best So Far - 99 Date: Wed, Apr 7, 1999, 4:38 PM On Wed, 7 Apr 1999, Ph. Barnard wrote: If Don's list is any indication, perhaps Sire's efforts in the Americana vein are finally starting to pay off. Well, it's one thing to put out good records. It's quite another to figure out how to sell 'em.g--don
Re: Rusty Wier
Rusty is alive and kicking in Austin. Tuesdays and Wednesday he is usually at Gino's Italian Grill. Thursdays Rusty can be found at the Saxon Pub (as well as an occasional Friday or Saturday night). Rusty also gets to Dallas to perform at Poor David's once in awhile. "Are We There Yet?" (co-produced with Larry Nye) features Rusty's son, Coby on guitar. Coby is a great player and has brought a new college age crowd to Rusty's shows. "My Side Of The Story" was co-written with another son, Bon Wier. As far as I know Bon was Rusty's drummer for a while (but after getting married left for a 'day job'). Jerry Jeff Waker, Steven Fromholz, Ray (Wylie Hubbard) and Larry Joe Taylor provide some of the vocals on another great tune, "Hot Spot" (co written with M. Ballew, B. Moulds and Rusty). That's all I know.. Kat Just outta curiosity. Back awhile (like the 70's-early 80's) I snagged a few pieces of vinyl from Austin based singer/songwriter Rusty Wier and loved them. Was listening to one the other day and wondering what ever became of Mr. Wier and what might he be doing now. I haven't seen anything by him in years. Iceman
Re: Shania and music on cable tv
We have Music Choice here in KC, Terry, and if your set up's the same or similar, the definition of classic changes throughout the day. I tend to listen weekend mornings, if the Batman/Superman Adventures and Batman Beyond are reruns, and on Sat morns it's pretty much what you describe, but on Sun's it's your dream station. Of course, even that changes as the hours pass... --david cantwell 11:43 PM 4/7/99 -0400, you wrote: I finally snagged that cable TV music service, where you get 31 different musical genre selections. I wanted it mainly to have access to "classic country." But lo and behold, classic country these days isn't what it used to be (since the word "classic" in terms of music changes over time). Anyhow, during the half-hour I was listening, the station played such classics as 80s vintage Oak Ridge Boys, Gary Morris, Ronny McDowell, and Alabama. So my dreams of a station that only plays Tammy, George, Buck, Loretta, Merle -- or Hank, Ray, Johnny, and Hank -- went up in smoke. I switched to the blues station, which was just dandy. -- Terry Smith
PLAYLIST: Progressive Torch and Twang, 6 April 1999
- Playlist for Progressive Torch and Twang Tuesdays, 8 p.m. to midnight WDBM, 88.9 FM, G-4 Holden Hall, East Lansing, MI 48824 Your hosts: Doug Neal and Jamie DePolo Questions, comments? [EMAIL PROTECTED] or [EMAIL PROTECTED] "Roots rockin', hip-shakin', soul-swayin' music!" Playlist for April 6, 1999 Tonight we continued with our MerleFest promotion, featuring large sets of music by artists who are scheduled to appear at MerleFest '99. As a result, we received numerous inquiries into the contest and the entries are coming in (check our website for details). To go along with the promotion, we gave out CDs by Doc Merle Watson, Jerry Douglas, Nanci Griffith, The GrooveGrass Boyz, and Ricky Skaggs Kentucky Thunder. We also gave away tickets to an upcoming TT night with the Lilybandits on Saturday, April 10th at Mac's Bar and tickets for the Ten Pound Fiddle, which is featuring Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer on Friday, April 9th. Finally, we played music from the Paperboys, who will be playing an in-store performance at Elderly Instruments on Friday, April 9th at 1PM. There is definitely no shortage of opportunities to see good live music around these parts, no matter what your musical preference or budget may be! Format is: Artist - Song Album/Label Link Wray - Rawhide (TT Theme Song) Walkin' With Link/Epic-Legacy Hayseed - Between The Lines Melic/Watermelon Shaver - Son of Cavalry Victory/New West Shaver - Cowboy Who Started the Fight Victory/New West Vic Chestnutt - Myrtle About to Choke/Capitol Vic Chestnutt - Tarragon About to Choke/Capitol Chris Mills - Keep the Corpse Beautiful Nobody's Favorite/Sugar Free Richard Buckner - Boys, The Night will Bury You Since/MCA The Old Joe Clarks - No Going Back Metal Shed Blues/Checkered Past Mandy Barnett - The Whispering Wind (Blows on By) I've Got A Right/Sire Hillbilly Idol - It All Depends on You Town Country/Self-Released Rex Allen - The Girl I Left Behind Me Rex Allen: The Last of the Great Singing Cowboys/Bloodshot Revival Dock Boggs - Country Blues The Anthology of American Folk Music/Smithsonian Folkways Jimmy Murphy - Electricity Electricity/Sugar Hill Roscoe Holcomb - House in New Orleans The High Lonesome Sound/Smithsonian Folkways Beaver Nelson - Forget Thinkin' The Last Hurrah/Freedom Cathy Fink Marcy Marxer - Ruby Voice on the Wind/Rounder Cathy Fink Marcy Marxer - Everybody's Doin' It A Parent's Home Companion/Rounder Kelly Willis - Talk Like That (request) What I Deserve/Rykodisc Syd Straw - The Train That Takes You Away... War and Peace/Capricorn Tammy Rogers - Oh, Heartache Self-Titled/Dead Reckoning Doc Merle Watson - Reuben's Train Home Sweet Home/Sugar Hill Doc Merle Watson - Little Maggie Home Sweet Home/Sugar Hill Jerry Douglas (w/Tim O'Brien) - Things in Life Restless on the Farm/Sugar Hill Longview - How Will The Flower's Bloow? Self-Titled/Rounder Lucinda Williams - Ramblin' On My Mind Ramblin'/Smithsonian Folkways Peter Rowan - Stable Boy Blues Bluegrass Boy/Sugar Hill Blue Highway - Midnight Storm Midnight Storm/Rebel Ricky Skaggs Kentucky Thunder - How Mountain Girls Can Love Ancient Tones/Skaggs Family Records Robbie Ron McCoury - Thanks A Lot Self-Titled/Rounder Bobby Hicks (w/Del McCoury) - Oh, What A Silent Night Fiddle Patch/Rounder Doc Watson David Grisman - Doc Dawg Doc Dawg/Acoustic Disc Mac, Doc, Del - Live and Let Live Mac, Doc Del/Sugar Hill Randy Scruggs (w/Earl Scruggs Jerry Douglas) - Lonesome Ruben Crown of Jewels/Reprise Doc Merle Watson - Down the Road Home Sweet Home/Sugar Hill Doc Merle Watson - Russian Grass Home Sweet Home/Sugar Hill Seldom Scene - The Old Hometown After Midnight/Sugar Hill Steve Earle - Tom Ames' Prayer Train A-Comin'/E-Squared Steve Earle The Del McCoury Band - I'm Still in Love with You The Mountain/E-Squared The Paperboys - I've Just Seen A Face Molinos/Stony Plain The Paperboys - Drunken Wagoneer Molinos/Stony Plain The Paperboys - Ray's Ukrainian Wine Cellar Polka/Nelli's Afterthough Molinos/Stony Plain The Beat Farmers - Bigger Stones (request) Tales of the New West/Rhino Hadacol - Big Tornado Better Than This/Checkered Past The Flatirons - Crazy Train Prayer Bones/Checkered Past Merle Haggard - Sing a Sad Song (request) Heroes of Country Music: Legends of the West Coast/Rhino Merle Haggard - Silver Wings (request) The Best of Austin City Limits/Columbia-Legacy The Lilybandits - Backhanded at the Gate Shifty's Tavern/Fundamental The Lilybandits - Drunk Shifty's Tavern/Fundamental Flat Duo Jets - Blues Wrapped Around My Head Lucky Eye/Outpost The Backsliders - Cowboy Boots (request) Throwin' Rocks at the Moon/Mammoth The Belmont Playboys - Runnin' Wild Hot Rod Heart/Teen Rebel The Brian Setzer Orchestra - Let's Live It Up The Dirty Boogie/Interscope The Insta-Gators - Flames Self-Titled/Reptile The Blasters - Flat Top Joint
Re: Best So Far - 99
Carl asked about this band; Or I could have them confused with Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her. ...and yeah, there was a band from (Japan, I think?), at SXSW with that name. I almost skipped a bunch of shows I wanted to go to and went to "SSKHKH" out of massive curiosity but didn't. So, they're named after an XTC song??? dan n.p. Sparkle Horse Kiss Her Kiss Her
Re: Masochism, Part II
Maybe a motto for next year's P2 Tshirt would be "Screw You, Christgau," or some witty equivalent. Oh, that is brilliant, Junior. On the other side of the shirt-or perhaps on some other form of merch, we should have a clip of some just bizarro over-written snip of Greil's as well, hopefully as old and weird and negative toward some twang idol as possible. I'm serious, let's do it! dan
Re: Steve Earle/Pogues connection
Listening to "Dixieland" from the Earl/McCoury CD, I am reminded of Steve's collaboration with the Pogues on "Copperhead Road". Steve almost sounds like Shane "Why're My Teeth So Rotten" MacGowan. Does anyone know how Steve ended up working with those guys? I have heard him do some other Celtic influenced music. Also, Dan Gillis plays on this one and I have seen him on pennywhistle in a couple of live shows. I guess he is Steve's manager, but does he only play spots with Steve, or has he played with others? well, I do know that Steve has a real love for Ireland. He spends many months of the year there. I think that Purcell posted something where Earle said that he would permanently move to Ireland if it weren't for his (Earle's) kids. The Celtic influence on Steve's song writing really comes through loud and clear during the live shows. He also talks about Ireland quite a bit during the live performances. Didn't really answer your question, but, oh well.. marie
Re: X in L.A.
Mitch wrote: X doing more shows in L.A. and they haven't even thought about us fans here in the Midwest, especially me in Dee-Troyt, where I begged to John Doe to bring the band here last time he was in town. Now I'm really pissed. I talked to Doe briefly on the phone the other night, and he didn't think they'd be coming out east anytime soon. Dave *** Dave Purcell, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Northern Ky Roots Music: http://w3.one.net/~newport Twangfest: http://www.twangfest.com
FW: Best National Music Trend: Bluegrass!
-Original Message- From: Bluegrass music discussion. [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] On Behalf Of Terry Herd Sent: Thursday, April 08, 1999 8:02 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Best National Music Trend: Bluegrass! The Nashville Scene named Bluegrass the "Best National Music Trend" in their annual "Best of Nashville" edition which came out yesterday: Nasvhille Scene - April 8, 1999 BEST NATIONAL MUSIC TREND: BLUEGRASS Maybe the presence of a couple of heavyweights like Ricky Skaggs and Steve Earle will fill the world in on a secret: Bluegrass is currently experiencing a creative and commercial revival that, with any luck, will expand beyond the better-known stars (and the great Del McCoury Band) to incorporate such deserving acts as the Nasvhille Bluegrass Band, Lonesome River Band, Blue Highway, IIIrd Tyme Out, New Tradition, and all of the rest of the fine, youthful string bands currently hitting the high notes. [HERE HERE!!!] Bluegrass Radio Network - Nashville, TN http://www.bluegrassradio.com
Re: ROIR (was Television)
Jeff Weiss wrote: Yep, they are still very much around. isn't it a bit net-centric to assume if you can't find them on the web, they don't exist? Net-centric, perhaps, but as easy as it is to post a website these days, there's no excuse for a label to not be up and running on the web. I mean, Jeff Wall has a website, ferchrissakes Dave *** Dave Purcell, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Northern Ky Roots Music: http://w3.one.net/~newport Twangfest: http://www.twangfest.com
Re: Steve Earle/Pogues connection
Christopher Adams wrote: Listening to "Dixieland" from the Earl/McCoury CD, I am reminded of Steve's collaboration with the Pogues on "Copperhead Road". I would've loved to have been a fly on the wall during that session. You think Shane and Steve shared a couple of chemicals? The Pogues were a real treat in the early days, until Shane crashed and burned, though I see he is still recording, and the Pogues page has news about some members forming another band. I was lucky to see the Pogues on the "If I Should Fall From Grace..." tour and it's still one of the best live shows I've ever seen. Shane was also the drunkest musician I've ever seen, but he was still pretty coherent compared to what he is now. Dave "I vow to one day get all the acoustic pickers in One Spigot One Sparkler, One Fell Swoop, and Prospect Hill together, fill them full of tequila, and rip thru Pogues covers with yours truly in the role of Shane, bad teeth and all" Purcell *** Dave Purcell, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Northern Ky Roots Music: http://w3.one.net/~newport Twangfest: http://www.twangfest.com
Re: Did I miss something?
Richard writes: Jon Dee Graham, Kevn Kinney and Terri Hendrix live at an Irish pub in the French Quarter during last year's LMNOP Conference in New Orleans and found myself strangely unmoved by all three Can't speak about Kinney, but Graham and Hendrix are Austinites that I'm familiar with. Jon Dee can have his off nights and I can understand how his vocals might seem a bit gruff to the uninitiated. His records and songs are wonderful, his vocals might take some getting used to. Hendrix is another thing altogether. Her brand of bland folk-pop has attracted quite a following locally. I've seen her perform a few times and wondered what I was missing, especially since everyone around me seemed starry eyed in her presence and just a little overenthusiastic about what was happening on stage. Then just gave up as she "wasn't my cup of tea." Strangely this is the same reaction I had with Shawn Colvin and D*r Willi*ms, the first couple of times I saw them. Not an unfair comparison, IMO. Jim, smilin'
Re: FW: Best National Music Trend: Bluegrass!
such deserving acts as the Nasvhille Bluegrass Band, Lonesome River Band, Blue Highway, IIIrd Tyme Out, New Tradition... I'm sure they meant to include Split Lip Rayfield, the Meat Purveyors and the Bad Livers in this list. g Jim, smilin'
Re: Steve Earle/Pogues connection
I was lucky to see the Pogues on the "If I Should Fall From Grace..." tour and it's still one of the best live shows I've ever seen. Shane was also the drunkest musician I've ever seen, but he was still pretty coherent compared to what he is now. I have to agree with this. That show I saw from that tour overwhelmed me. The next time I saw them, the "Peace and Love" Tour, (was that the name?), Shane had just rejoined the band after a monthlong alcohol related stay in the hospital. Even though the show had its moments, Shane's performance was lackluster, at best. There were moments when he was completely incapicated and Spider Stacy had to finish his verses. Even when he was able to stand and sing, he seemed to be following the mouths of the people on the front row for cues to remember the words. Chad ** Chad Cosper Dept. of English Univ. of North Carolina at Greensboro 336-275-8576 http://www.uncg.edu/~cscosper
Bringing music to town
Hi. I have a weird question, I'm thinking someone on this list may have some ideas. A lot of you seem like either a) musicians or b) industry-related types. I'm in Madison, WI. We are located directly between Minneapolis and Chicago. In fact, you have to drive by our fair town to get from one place to the other.And in fact, unless an act is fairly big (like WILCO or Steve Earle), drive by is what they do. I think we are a fairly enlightened town, we have a campus, and we have a lot of folks that live here interested in good music. BUT Sometimes bands stop here, but a lot of times they don't. I think the reason may be because Madison is 1) lacking the right venue... we don't have a 300-500 person type facility We don't have a schubas, or 400 club or a 3'rd and Lindsley, or a Tremont (yes I've traveled to see shows) 2) possibly lacking the interest from the local promoters to chase these acts down I'm thinking about trying to get a venue of this nature off the ground in our fair city. But naturally I'm wondering if I can achieve any success where none has apparently been achieved before. Any hints/suggestions? I would like to try to contact some of these bands or their agents to find out if it might be a possibility to even get some of them to stop here on their way through. Am I dreaming? Please contact me off-list. Sorry for the "band" width. Diane
Re: former future frimfram on the fritz
Adding to the fluff -- even if it is twang related fluff -- Earle's still married to wife #6. Y'all wouldn't want Earle to participate in bigamy, now would ya? It should also be noted that I'm still married to husband #1, and intend to stay that way. That's why Steve Earle is my *former* future husband. --Amy
Re: Dashboard Saviors
Brent Best wrote: They had three records all on Medium Cool. "Kitty", "Spinnin' On Down", and "love, sorrow, hate, madness", and they were all very good. Todd McBride (lead guy) was/is an excellent songwriter, very adept at pullin' off a rocker then turning around and hittin' you with something subtle and moving. As for what they are doing now, Todd put out a solo album this past year that is also very good, I believe it's called "Sketchy" (can't seem to find it at the moment). The drummer, John Crist, I believe, is now playing with someone in Minneapolis. Marlee McLeod. I'm not exactly sure what's up with the rest of them. Someone in the Athens contingent could probably tell you more. I hear rumors that they're reforming, or maybe that they have reformed already, and are recording. Deb Sommers might know more about this. I think I like KITTY best of all their releases, but they're all pretty solid, as Brent says. --Amy
Re: Best So Far - 99
On Wed, 7 Apr 1999 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: The Diva wrote: I PROPOSE IT SHOULD BE A PUNISHABLE OFFENSE TO COMPILE A TEN BEST LIST IN APRIL! Go outside! Get some sun! Kiss a girl I do. I did. Well, I want to..g But, you notice..Bill Silvers and I only compiled a Top 5 list. That means we have a semi-life! Right? Jerry
Re: Best So Far - 99
At 04:41 PM 4/7/99 -0500, William F. Silvers wrote: What the heck, I'll play- 1) Damnations TX- HALF MAD MOON 2) Walter Clevenger and the Dairy Kings- LOVE SONGS TO MYSELF 3) Bill Lloyd- STANDING ON THE SHOULDERS OF GIANTS 4) Kelly Willis- WHAT I DESERVE 5) Steve Earle and the Del McCoury Band- THE MOUNTAIN 6) Hadacol- BETTER THAN THIS That's enough for just 3 months.g Still marinating on theWilco record. Haven't heard the new Fountains of Wayne record, just released yesterday and getting good pre-release buzz in those circles. b.s. I've been really enjoying Hadacol's "Better than this"...thanks for the recommendations folks. I heard the single (missed the title) off the new Fountains of Wayne disc last night. Very promising indeed! Morgan
Fw: Kay Bass Owners
Ran across this on the double bass list. Thought some doghouse players here might find it of some use. --Jon Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wollaston, Massachusetts - Forwarded message -- From: Bob Gollihur [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: "Double bass list" [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thu, 08 Apr 1999 10:12:50 -0400 Subject: Kay Bass Owners Message-ID: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Some of you may be aware that Roger Stowers has done significant research into the history of Kay basses, and last year published an article first in Bluegrass Unlimited magazine, and then on his web site at http://www.midplains.net/~rstowers/#M His two+ year project of collecting information on model and serial numbers of Kay basses continues, in anticipation of a follow up article with details and descriptions of at least 21 model types as well as serial numbers with correlations to the year produced. Roger continues to seek owners of Kays, particularly those with original paperwork or documentation that can further establish details of the instruments and their production dates. If you have a Kay or are interested in their history, do visit his page at http://www.midplains.net/~rstowers/#M and register your serial number using the form provided. If you have paperwork or an unusual example, I'm sure he'd like to hear from you directly, at [EMAIL PROTECTED] I'm sure we will all look forward in anticipation of this interesting and valuable information, and I hope that anyone can help his project and subsequent article will contribute their data. thanks, Bob Gollihur eclectic bass - http://www.gollihur.com/bass.html Double Bass LINKS page - http://www.gollihur.com/kkbass/basslink.html
Re: Bringing music to town
Hi, Diane- Sounds like a great idea to me. Three things off the top of my head: 1.) Look for a tie-in with public radio. Seems like Madison had 2 or three such stations. If somebody's broadcasting this kind of music, more folks will find out about it and come. If there aren't any shows like that on the air, recruit one of your friends to host a show. Or broadcast from your venue. 2.) Hook up with other regional clubs. I'm booking a bi-weekly series here in Chicago at the Hideout, and I know the owners (who are great, BTW) are actively seeking out clubs in Milwaukee, Madison, Champaign, Mpls, etc. to encourage musicians to book their tours in this direction. 3.) Be sure to book some acts the youngsters like - most likely, they're the ones that will keep you afloat. Good luck! Kelly
RE: Kay Bass Owners
Roger's Kay stuff is dandy. I'm proud to say that I made a modest contribution to his info, in the form of a photo of a previously-undocumented tailpiece decal. Hey, I'll sneak into the history books any way I can... Jon Weisberger Kenton County, KY [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.fuse.net/jonweisberger/
Re: Best So Far - 99
On Wed, 7 Apr 1999, Christopher M Knaus wrote: Thee Michelle Gun Elephant This Japanese band was described in a local paper as 'the aural equivalent of a wasabi nasal inhalant' or something like that. They meant it in a good way. So what's up with it, Don? Japanese garage punk band with a ferocious sound that's reminiscent of our own beloved Sonics. The lead vocalist even "sings" like Jerry Roslie.g--don
Japanese hipsterism....
"The aural equavalent of a wasanabe sp? nasal inhalant"? Sounds like a band Greil Marcus would find terribly significant. At least they aren't working-class southerners!!! g --junior
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Oh yeah, not to mention Cibo Matto and other fundamental acts of the 90s Grumpy cause there's probably a tornado starting up outside my building. We seem to be starting up early this year!! --junior
Re: Kay Bass Owners
Jon Weisberger writes: Roger's Kay stuff is dandy. I'm proud to say that I made a modest contribution to his info, in the form of a photo of a previously-undocumented tailpiece decal. Hey, I'll sneak into the history books any way I can... There's a great picture of 70-year-old Jon Weisberger proudly displaying a Kay bass at the bottom of the page. Word on the 2X bass list is that this was just before Jon yelled at a couple of "damn punks to stay out of [his] yard!" Just kidding. The old guy is someone else. I had noticed Jon's photos on the page and, had I not been posting the info to four lists at once, two of which Jon doesn't subscribe to, I would have mentioned it. --Jon Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wollaston, Massachusetts
Clip: Johnny Paycheck
Paycheck expects to be released May 1 WSM Radio News Grand Ole Opry member Johnny Paycheck is still in the hospital recovering from respiratory problems. The 60-year-old singer is hoping to leave the hospital on May 1, but isn't sure when he'll return to the stage. "I can't tell right yet, but soon, I hope, soon," Paycheck said Wednesday. He spoke publicly for the first time with WSM Radio from his hospital bed in Atlanta. Paycheck has been in the hospital for nearly six months. He says he's tired of being in the hospital. "Yes I am," he said. "I'd like to thank my Grand Ole Opry family, who stuck by me through all this. All my friends, I want to thank them, too. And I especially want to thank my wife, Sharon." Best known for his hit Take This Job and Shove It, Paycheck says he appreciates all the prayers and cards from friends and family.
Clip: MP3 in Nashville
Money for No One, and your Discs for Free MP3 is Quietly Wreaking Havoc on Music Row BY REBEKAH GLEAVES AND SNACKBAR JENKINS Forget Y2K. What Music City needs to lose sleep over is MP3, a digital audio compression technology that allows music to be posted on the Internet and downloaded at near-CD quality for free. Is the gravity of this sinking in? All the music you want for free. Years of fat royalty checks might have left some Nashville songwriters too content to pen sad songs, but that hasnt stopped MP3 from lightening the loads in their wallets. If only the songwriters knew. While Al Gore was busy "inventing" the Internet, actual techies were forcing the medium into uncharted territory. Most likely the veep did not consider the effects of on-line pirating when he made his claims, but, recognized or not, the Internet is full of hackers, each waiting to cash in at Nashville's expense. Huh? What this means is that any 15-year-old with a Dave Matthews Band CD, a PC and a CD burner can perpetrate Internet piracy. In fact, the worst offenders aren't even old enough to vote. After "sex," "MP3" is the most requested term on the Internet, and pop-up ads on the most popular MP3 site offer links for those looking for information on "depression," "acne," and, of course, "barely 18 babes" and "teenage orgies." Gore presumably did not consider that the information superhighway would wind through a pre-pubescent red-light district. But thats another story. For those of you keeping score at home, MP3 (short for MPEG Layer3) is an audio compression algorithm that allows computer users to download free CD-quality songs. It was developed by the Moving Picture Coding Experts Group (MPEG) between 1988 and 1992, so its been around for a while. You do not have to buy it or attach complicated devices to your computer. It is something anyone can download at no charge. One year ago, 40 minutes of music required 400 megs of storage. Now, with MP3, 40 minutes of music can be compressed into 40 megs, depending on the translation. At that point, you burn a CD, clear the memory and start again. Some users with CD burners can fit up to 20 albums worth of material on one recordable disc. Taking Candy From a Baby Picture royalties as the world's largest candy machine. There's a never-ending line waiting to drop a quarter in the machine. But the people in charge took the day off, just in time for a couple of kids to knock the machine over, filling the streets with candy. Anyone with a sweet tooth can fill her arms with free goodies. Do you think shell leave a quarter when she's done? Many of Music Row's inhabitants hope so, but most remain wary. Even Tom Petty gambled on MP3 recently when he posted his new single in the format. Two days and 150,000 downloads later, Petty's single was yanked off the Net. "There's a lot of opportunity with [MP3]," says Mindy White, a marketing consultant with Thunder Call. "It opens up doors for non-traditional promoting and music marketing. But, no matter how badly we want to believe the opposite, the Internet is largely unregulated." This is something many industry types want to change. After significant candy gathering, the RIAA (Recording Industry Association of America) and some of the major labels gathered to announce the Secure Digital Music Initiative (SDMI). Their goal was to protect copyrighted material in all existing and emerging audio formats and through all delivery channels. One such effort of SDMI is the incorporation of digital watermarking to prevent second-generation copying of material. "We are looking for ways to watermark music so we can keep track of it to insure that royalties are paid," says Page Kelly, senior director of business and legal affairs for Arista Nashville. "We have not authorized the release of tracks by any of our artists in the MP3 format to any site. The majority of the stuff out there is bootleg, and the artists and the recording companies are not making any money off of it. I don't know if people downloading it will take the place of buying the album. It's still too soon to tell." But is it? An annual survey commissioned by the RIAA reports that music sales in the ages 15-24 demographic, a mainstay in the market, are down about 4 percent since 1996. The report, issued just two weeks ago, speculates that MP3 piracy could be behind the decline. Blame It On Rio Until last year, no one in the industry really worried about MP3. Not until Diamond Multimedia Systems developed a device about the size of a deck of cards (2.4 ounces) called the "Diamond Rio PMP 300." The Rio is a shockproof, walkman-like musical godsend that everyone who reads this will probably rush out to buy. It holds about one hour of music and retails for under $200. The unit plugs into a port on the computer, which then transfers MP3 files into the unit's memory, thus making it portable. There are no moving parts to break and no CDs to skip. The Rio is
Re: Bringing music to town
Hey, I have been thinking of doing the same thing in a different town (not my town I'm in now, but in a smaller town that's off the interstate that bands passing through can stop by - a place like Moab, Utah - alot of people pass thorugh there). Anyway - I wanna do this in a couple of years but I also want to earn as much as I can about what one needs to do - so can you share with me any ideas people send your way. I found a website that seems like a good intro to how to open a nightclub (it doesn't focus on the music, but does focus on the business aspects - raising money/business plan/cost estimates, stuff like that). It's at http://www.nightclub-business.net/ There used to be a short, but worthwhile article by Tom Russell (great songwriter) at his site www.tomrussell.com, it's his 10 tips for opening a folk club, but it was taken down recently. I want to email the web admin of his site to get a copy. Hope you succeed - Madison should be a great place for what you wanna do! -ldk -Original Message- From: Diane Miller [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: passenger side [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thursday, April 08, 1999 7:13 AM Subject: Bringing music to town Hi. I have a weird question, I'm thinking someone on this list may have some ideas. A lot of you seem like either a) musicians or b) industry-related types. I'm in Madison, WI. We are located directly between Minneapolis and Chicago. In fact, you have to drive by our fair town to get from one place to the other.And in fact, unless an act is fairly big (like WILCO or Steve Earle), drive by is what they do. I think we are a fairly enlightened town, we have a campus, and we have a lot of folks that live here interested in good music. BUT Sometimes bands stop here, but a lot of times they don't. I think the reason may be because Madison is 1) lacking the right venue... we don't have a 300-500 person type facility We don't have a schubas, or 400 club or a 3'rd and Lindsley, or a Tremont (yes I've traveled to see shows) 2) possibly lacking the interest from the local promoters to chase these acts down I'm thinking about trying to get a venue of this nature off the ground in our fair city. But naturally I'm wondering if I can achieve any success where none has apparently been achieved before. Any hints/suggestions? I would like to try to contact some of these bands or their agents to find out if it might be a possibility to even get some of them to stop here on their way through. Am I dreaming? Please contact me off-list. Sorry for the "band" width. Diane
Re: Bringing music to town
Also to consider for Diane and whoever else is thinking about these issues is of course the difference between promoting shows and owning the bar/venue itself. These are two very different balls of wax. Dave describes someone who's had a good effect locally by *promoting,* but starting up a venue, surviving, and becoming an established joint is much more demanding and long-term proposition As I was saying to Diane offlist, good bar management is the key to every successful venue I know of. If the bar doesn't make money, there's no venue to bring the good music to --junior
Re: Clip: MP3 in Nashville
Number 4 on the top 30 downloads at http://www.mp3.com is "James Alley Blues" by Roger McGuinn. He's really taken to this technology.
Re: Clip: MP3 in Nashville
Go, Roger!! g. Well, the man has always been into technology, that much is certain He was also a fairly early emailer on one of those Byrds websites, as I recall. When I first got hooked up the the web and started emailing and all, I remember being amazed by the fact that he'd replay to emails in a way that was rare 3 or 4 years ago but has become much more common now --junior
Re: Clip: MP3 in Nashville
At 11:40 AM 4/8/99 +, you wrote: Go, Roger!! g. Well, the man has always been into technology, that much is certain He was also a fairly early emailer on one of those Byrds websites, as I recall. When I first got hooked up the the web and started emailing and all, I remember being amazed by the fact that he'd replay to emails in a way that was rare 3 or 4 years ago but has become much more common now You're absolutely right...he was, and still is I gather, a big proponent of Technology. A buddy of mine is a gigantic Byrds head and had a dialogue via email going between he and Roger some time back... Damn, ain't this world a cool place sometimes? Morgan
Worthington
Reading through the U.K. music press last week I came across a short album review of a band called Worthington. Sounded interesting, REM/UT being mentioned. Anybody out there in p2 land have any knowledge of this bunch. Andy n.p. Jeremy Gluck - I knew Buffalo Bill
Re: X in L.A.
The X shows are part of something called LA Music Week not sure what the ticket format is but you can check out their website: www.lamusicweek.com or, since the shows are at the House of Blues, their website: www.hob.com or, give in and call ticketmaster: 323/480-3232 (that's the LA number) the show is listed in the HoB ad but it doesn't specifically say if the tickets are on sale or not. MichaelBerick
Stephen Bruton's new one
Hi all, What makes you want to see someone live? Well, a line like this does it for moi! "when your gal ain't just a dish, she's a whole set of china,that's love" -- That's Love/nothing but the truth Kate
Re: Stephen Bruton's new one
In a message dated 4/8/99 12:38:00 PM Central Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: "when your gal ain't just a dish, she's a whole set of china,that's love" -- That's Love/nothing but the truth Joe Ely once sang "Your love ain't just the hot sauce, it's the whole enchilada". Slim
Re: Bringing music to town
At 09:16 AM 4/8/99 -0700, you wrote: Hey, Anyway - I wanna do this in a couple of years but I also want to earn as much as I can about what one needs to do - so can you share with me any ideas people send your way. earn or learn? gTHANKS EVERYONE, especially Junior, for the great responses! Diane
Re: Stephen Bruton's new one
Good lines all "when your gal ain't just a dish, she's a whole set of china,that's love" -- That's Love/nothing but the truth Joe Ely once sang "Your love ain't just the hot sauce, it's the whole enchilada". And Huelynn Duvall once sang: "Well baby is you is? / Or is you ain't?? / Gonna gimme some / of that pucker paint???" Poetry, pure poetry... --junior
Saturday's Opry: Willis, Byrd, Earle/McCoury
Seems like I haven't seen this posted yet... Kelly Willis will be appearing on the televised portion of the Grand Ole Opry this Saturday night (7:30 CDT); also appearing on the same portion will be fellow Texan Tracy Byrd, who just jumped from MCA to RCA in his pursuit of, according to a Byrd camp press release, a more traditional direction. For those who can pick up the show on radio, Willis will also appear on the 10:30-10:45 (CDT) segment; Byrd will be on the 9:30 (CDT) segment of the second show. Steve Earle and the Del McCoury Band will appear on the radio-only segments at 7:00 and 11:00 (CDT). Jon Weisberger Kenton County, KY [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.fuse.net/jonweisberger/
Re: Stephen Bruton's new one
PUCKER PAINT wins! * K. [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: Good lines all "when your gal ain't just a dish, she's a whole set of china,that's love" -- That's Love/nothing but the truth Joe Ely once sang "Your love ain't just the hot sauce, it's the whole enchilada". And Huelynn Duvall once sang: "Well baby is you is? / Or is you ain't?? / Gonna gimme some / of that pucker paint???"
RE: Stephen Bruton's new one
Good lines all "when your gal ain't just a dish, she's a whole set of china,that's love" -- That's Love/nothing but the truth Joe Ely once sang "Your love ain't just the hot sauce, it's the whole enchilada". And Huelynn Duvall once sang: "Well baby is you is? / Or is you ain't?? / Gonna gimme some / of that pucker paint???" Poetry, pure poetry... Yeah, but I'd have to give the edge in this round to Bruton, simply because of the pun dimension. Speaking of which, I was just listening to Mark Chesnutt's remake of "Pride's Not Hard To Swallow (Once You Chew It Long Enough)." Hot damn, it's enough to make me forgive that horrible Diane Warren number. Well, almost. Jon Weisberger Kenton County, KY [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.fuse.net/jonweisberger/
Re: Rusty Wier
At 4:06 PM -0500 on 4/7/99, Joe Gracey wrote: Christopher Adams wrote: "Stoned Slow and Rugged" from 1975 was one of the decade's best "outlaw country" LPs. It had great songwriting and good musical support, including Chris Hillman, Richie Furay, Herb Pedersen, and Rusty Young. One of the recordings that should be released on CD. Ole Rusty also wrote "Don't It Make You Want to Dance" which her majesty Bonnie Raitt made into a smash hit. I've knowed him since 1969 and we've had some memorable times together. I just wish somebody would help me remember what they were. Court cases are a matter of public record, Joe, even if police blotters aren't. So you'd probably only dig up the stuff you couldn't get out of... Bob
Re: X in L.A.
Hey there, Name Droppin Dave I talked to Doe briefly on the phone the other night, and he didn't think they'd be coming out east anytime soon. Yeesh, you're getting bad as your sis, Amy Hockeystick. g Later... CK guzzling cough medicine ___ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Hey there, Oh yeah, not to mention Cibo Matto and other fundamental acts of the 90s Just for the record, Cibo Matto kick butt and I've never met a Japanese Band I didnt like. And I know Cibo Matto are from NYC but you get my point. Bring on The Boredoms, bring on the 5, 6, 7, 8's bring on The Zoobombs, bring on Shonen Knife. Later... CK ___ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
Re: Best So Far - 99
Hey there, Or I could have them confused with Seagull Screaming Kiss Her Kiss Her. Did a band actually name themseleves after this XTC song? Close, either the song is Kiss Her Kiss Her and the band is Kiss Me Kiss Me or vice versa. If TMGE is who I think it is, and according to Don they are, then these guys are more electronica. Later... CK who saw no Japanese bands at SXSW even tho they were in italics on my matrix ___ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Just for the record, Cibo Matto kick butt and I've never met a Japanese Band I didnt like. And I know Cibo Matto are from NYC but you get my point. Bring on The Boredoms, bring on the 5, 6, 7, 8's bring on The Zoobombs, bring on Shonen Knife. Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. Suddenly I am struck by the 1960's Japanese bluegrass band featured in the documentary High Lonesome. Funny. Cool. Funny cool. NW np - Luaka Bop sampler. Jim White rules.
Twangfest 3 update
Brace yourselves, folks, there'll be a lot more of these, but we (we being your Twang Gang) want to keep you apprised of all the latest regarding the last Twangfest of the millenium. First off, it looks like the Oak Grove Inn is, at least temporarily, sold out-- due to reservations made by two different wedding parties, as well as the T'fest rooms reserved so far. More rooms may be made available by the Oak Grove after May 11, but in the meantime, we suggest giving Motel 6 a call (314-894-9449). Their rates are the usual reasonable Motel 6 rates, and it's just a stumble away from the Oak Grove. Secondly, we're going to have a super sale of last year's P2 and Twangfest 2 T-shirts; check out the Twangfest web site for details (www.twangfest.com). Details on the Twangfest auction will be forthcoming, and we're rapidly approaching the deadline for items to be donated for bidding. Contact Marie Arsenault ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) or Meshel Watkins ([EMAIL PROTECTED]) for more info on how to donate. And please consider becoming a Friend of Twangfest; we've got three hellaciously cool days planned for y'all, and we sure could use some help paying for it. Details are given on the web site, natch. Speaking of that site, you'll want to keep checking there often, as it's being updated frequently and will continue to be kept current right up to T-day, June 10th. Lots more news to come, folks, including details on the second Twangpin event on the afternoon of Friday June 11, and the expanded P2 picnic on Saturday afternoon of that weekend at the historic Jefferson Barracks. Almost exactly two months to go...damn, this is going to be fun! Stay tuned. Muchas smooches, Your Twang Gang
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
[EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. How about Roudness, I mean Loudness? Tom Smith
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
NW wrote: Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. Whoa, let's not forget about the 80's Japanese metal band Loudness. derek
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Hip as they come Chris wrote: Just for the record, Cibo Matto kick butt and I've never met a Japanese Band I didnt like. And I know Cibo Matto are from NYC but you get my point. Bring on The Boredoms, bring on the 5, 6, 7, 8's bring on The Zoobombs, bring on Shonen Knife. Oh come on, Shonen Knife is miserable. I'm an open-minded sort of fellow, but they're just friggin' terrible. I mean, if you like them as kitsch, that's one thing, butyeesh. Dave *** Dave Purcell, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Northern Ky Roots Music: http://w3.one.net/~newport Twangfest: http://www.twangfest.com
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
NW wrote: Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. Well, I'll tell you who the most popular Japanese artist in US history *should* be?Guitar WolfHaven't heard a peep from them in ages. Are they even still together? marie
Re: Stephen Bruton's new one
On Thu, 8 Apr 1999 [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What makes you want to see someone live? Well, a line like this does it for moi! "when your gal ain't just a dish, she's a whole set of china,that's love" -- That's Love/nothing but the truth Granted, I was a fan already, but lines like "He was a fussy little kid/when it came to footwear" and any number of other odd lyrics on the new Gourds disc have me itching to see them again. Tom
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
CK said... bring on Shonen Knife. I said: Preach on! morgan
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Heh, it's good to agree with Dave on *some* things. I've listened to Shonen Knife and seen a couple of these bands live (Cibo Matto and Pizzicatto 5 or whatever their name was) and I'll tell you, truly, I came away with my butt completely intact Cibo Matto was "cute," I guess (the chicken suit was funny, etc.), and Sean Lennon gives them cachet, but a good band? I dunno, I just can't see it. You been smokin' that devil weed in Nashville, CK??? g And it seems to be that Shonen Knife has probably had more success in the US than any other Japanese band. They had a bunch of albums out here and some hipster cred for awhile, no? --junior
The Stones/more blues than twang
The Blues Foundation e-mail Updater. Keepin' the Blues alive through the Net. What would you do if you threw a party and the Rolling Stones showed up? That's exactly what happened last night in Memphis. The Blues Foundation put together a party for the Rolling Stones road crew to welcome the group to Memphis and to give them something to do other than hang in their hotels rooms on their travel day. Memphis' premier rib joint, the Rendezvous, served as host for the event, providing great food for the 50+ people from the Stones organization, and the fabulous The Daddy Mack Blues Band of Memphis played some real down-home Blues for the largely British crowd. The event had extremely tight security, and only Stones staff and Blues Foundation staff (with a handful of guests) were in attendance. Lots of crew and tour management showed up early on, as well as keyboardist Chuck Leavell and bassist Darryl Jones, to grab a bite and hear some Blues with their buddies. Things really got exciting when Mick Jagger showed up with two of his daughters for dinner, followed shortly by Ron Wood and Keith Richards and their friends. Jonny Lang also joined the party with a group of friends. It happened to be the birthday of tour manager Lil Gary, and The Blues Foundation presented her with a cake in the shape of a guitar with "Time Is On Your Side" in frosting. The highlight of the evening came when Keith Richards took over on guitar and Ron Wood took over on bass for the Daddy Mack Blues Band. With regular Daddy Mack-ers Mack Orr on lead and vocals and "Rollo" on drums, the Stones musicians laid down some incredible raw Memphis Blues, to the amazement not only of the Blues Foundation staff, but also the entire entourage. According to the Stones people, it is extremely rare that any of the "Big 4" ever show up for such an event, and to have them sit in with the band just "never happens." Judging from the grins on the faces of Ron and Keith, they got a big kick out of laying back and jamming some Blues. While Keith and Ron were jamming at the Rendezvous, Jonny Lang, who had departed earlier, was tearing up the stage four blocks away at B. B. King's Blues Club on Beale Street. (When Jonny found out later about the jam at the Rendezvous, he said, "Don't tell me any more. I might regret it for the rest of my life.") BY all accounts Jonny, who teamed up with Memphis guitarist Little Jimmy King, set the joint on fire at BB's. Thousands of folks will throng the Memphis Pyramid to hear Jonny and the Stones tonight, but for a lucky few, the real musical treat happened at a rib joint and on Beale Street the night before the main event. The Blues Foundation was thrilled to host such a great group of folks, and we are deeply indebted to our friends Jim and Art Jaworowicz and Nick Vergos of the Rendezvous, without whom this gig would never have happened.
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Dave "not a fan of Shonen Knife" Purcell Oh come on, Shonen Knife is miserable. I'm an open-minded sort of fellow, but they're just friggin' terrible. I mean, if you like them as kitsch, that's one thing, butyeesh. Morgan "goading Dave on" Keating Now Dave, where's your sense of fun? g Morgan
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Neal Weiss writes: Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. Well, Pink Lady actually had a bona-fide top 40 hit circa 1979 with "Kiss Me In the Dark" (I think that was the name of it). They somehow managed to land a short-lived variety series called "Pink Lady and Jeff" (Jeff Altman spoke English. They didn't.) that was absolutely mind-numbing in its banality, even by the lofty standards of the day. I think I only watched it once; to catch an appearance by Alice Cooper (who showed the video for his foray into new wave, "Clones"). Other than that, yeah, Loudness comes to mind. They put out about three or four records on Atco in the '80s. Shonen Knife was on Capitol for a while. There was a terrific Japanese girl-punk band called Supersnazz on Sub Pop at one point, but they didn't sell too well and I don't think the album is even in print anymore. Too bad. I could never figure out why they didn't tap into a bigger audience. --Jon Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wollaston, Massachusetts
Non-U.S hipsterism generally....
All of this talk about non-US bands reminds me that last night on CNN I saw live footage of a Serb band playing one of those anti-NATO rallies in downtown Belgrade. It made me think of Jon Weisberger because the band's idea of postmodern (or at least postmetal) irony and political commentary was to do a note-for-note cover of Deep Purple, "Smoke On the Water". It was that kind of P2 moment that would be difficult to explain to outsiders g. --junior
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
Guitar Wolf? I'm afraid I missed this act...but am interested... We played with this metal act once from Japan, but I can't remember the name to save my life... They came out right around the same time as Loudness give or take a year... They had the double kick, tremendously cool big hair, loaded with Ibenez gee-tars! I'll have to take a poke at the old grey matter to get at this one...or perhaps I'll just let it stay right where it is. g> morgan At 02:06 PM 4/8/99 -0500, you wrote: NW wrote: >Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US >history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue >of being on a major label, might win this pony race. Well, I'll tell you who the most popular Japanese artist in US history *should* be?Guitar WolfHaven't heard a peep from them in ages. Are they even still together? marie
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
On Thu, 8 Apr 1999 14:40:15 EDT, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. The only two names I can think of off the top of my head are Tokisho Akiyoshi and Sadao Watanabe. Is Segi Ozawa (spelling is atrociously wrong I'm sure), conductor of the Boston Symphony Orchestra, a native of Japan? ~Greg ___ Get your free, private email at http://mail.excite.com/
Re: Non-U.S hipsterism generally....
Ph. Barnard wrote: It was that kind of P2 moment that would be difficult to explain to outsiders g. On a Saturday night in 1974 I went to the Rainham Working Mens Club with a friend and his parents for a buncha pints and was floored when the singer onstage followed a perfectly inflected Johnny Cash number with a "Thanks very much" spoken in the widest East London accent you can imagine. It was a revelation and then some. Tom Smith
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
Marie's right, Guitar Wolf was actually really good. I forgot about them... --junior
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
And it seems to be that Shonen Knife has probably had more success in the US than any other Japanese band. They had a bunch of albums out here and some hipster cred for awhile, no? --junior Yeah, it would be safe to say they were the most successful Japanese act stateside, or at least one of the most successful... They were definitely in with the orthopedic shoe set for some time... g I remember they had these really cool buttons... Very "Powerpuff Girls"... morgan
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I don't know what things are like in the UK now, but I remember percussionist Stomu Yamashita and that composer who played the camp commandant in "Merry Christmas Mr Lawrence" being far more popular in Britain than any Japanese acts have ever been here in the US. (probably showin' my age) Tom Smith
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Seiji (sp? I think...) Ozawa is, I believe, a Japanese native. He gets as much work in Europe and worldwide as he does in the US, in fact, and qualifies as one of the most successful conductors of the last 20 years or so Not necessarily for classical (see? I'm fine with the term g) aficianados with highly particularlized tastes, but in terms of overall visibility and record contracts, record sales, and so on. --junior
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Morgan: Yeah, it would be safe to say they were the most successful Japanese act stateside, or at least one of the most successful... They were definitely in with the orthopedic shoe set for some time... g I remember they had these really cool buttons... Very "Powerpuff Girls"... Actually the look was fine, I kinda dug it. Always wished the Muffs dressed more like that! The music, alas, was the issue with me g. --junior
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
At 2:40 PM -0400 4/8/99, [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. What about Yoko Ono? Ross Whitwam[EMAIL PROTECTED] Molecular Pharmacology Therapeutics Program Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, NYC
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Morgan Keating writes: We played with this metal act once from Japan, but I can't remember the name to save my life... They came out right around the same time as Loudness give or take a year... Vow Wow or E-Z-O? They were the other two big Japanese metal bands around that time who had contracts in the US. --Jon Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wollaston, Massachusetts
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M Shonen Knife is miserable. The Japanese equivalent of The Shaggs? Iceman
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Excerpts from internet.listserv.postcard2: 8-Apr-99 Re: Japanese hipsterism by Ross [EMAIL PROTECTED] What about Yoko Ono? Or Ryuichi Sakamoto Yellow Magic Orchestra. Carl Z.
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What about Yoko Ono? Ross Whitwam[EMAIL PROTECTED] Molecular Pharmacology Therapeutics Program Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, NYC Very true... Morgan
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Actually the look was fine, I kinda dug it. Always wished the Muffs dressed more like that! The music, alas, was the issue with me g. as it should be... g morgan
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Vow Wow or E-Z-O? They were the other two big Japanese metal bands around that time who had contracts in the US. --Jon Johnson [EMAIL PROTECTED] Wollaston, Massachusetts YES!!! E-Z-O! Thank you sir...'cause as much as I was trying to pull it from me ol' noggin', it wasn't budgin'... morgan
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Now Iceman, come on "My Pal Foote Foote"? A "gem" by any standard... *wink wink nudge nudge* Morgan At 12:32 PM 4/8/99 -0700, you wrote: M Shonen Knife is miserable. The Japanese equivalent of The Shaggs? Iceman
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
The most unpopular artist, but certainly the most famous, would have to be Yoko Ono. There's a good list of famous Japanese at this URL: http://www.kyoto-su.ac.jp/information/famous/nns.html np: Sukiyaki
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Never heard of Petty Booka? Good? At 03:57 PM 4/8/99 -0400, you wrote: Petty Booka! -Original Message- From: Carl Abraham Zimring [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: passenger side [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thursday, April 08, 1999 3:53 PM Subject: Re: Japanese hipsterism Excerpts from internet.listserv.postcard2: 8-Apr-99 Re: Japanese hipsterism by Ross [EMAIL PROTECTED] What about Yoko Ono? Or Ryuichi Sakamoto Yellow Magic Orchestra. Carl Z.
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
morgan:Guitar Wolf? I'm afraid I missed this act...but am interested... Weplayed with this metal act once from Japan, but I can't remember the nameto save my life... They came out right around the same time as Loudnessgive or take a year... They had the double kick, tremendously cool bighair, loaded with Ibenez gee-tars! I'll have to take a poke at the oldgrey matter to get at this one...or perhaps I'll just let it stay rightwhere it is. Not the same band. Guitar Wolf are a garage punk trio. They wear all leather and have cool DAs. It's evident that these guys listened to the Ramones - a lot. They also have really bad attitudes. They won me over immediately. g I saw them open up for the Cramps in late '97. Haven't heard much from them since. Here's their website: http://www.escape.com/~ywa/extra/guitar.html It hasn't been updated in a while. marie
Re: The Stones/more blues than twang
One of the best live shows I've had the pleasure to attend...1988 I believe...Kinks at the Orpheum! Now that's rock n' roll! At 03:56 PM 4/8/99 -0400, you wrote: I'll take the Kinks any day over the Stones. The Stones have some great moments, but are very overrated. And they're not helping themselves any lately either. The Kinks, on the other hand, fucking rule. Period. Thank you. Have a nice day. -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: passenger side [EMAIL PROTECTED] Date: Thursday, April 08, 1999 3:19 PM Subject: The Stones/more blues than twang The Blues Foundation e-mail Updater. Keepin' the Blues alive through the Net. What would you do if you threw a party and the Rolling Stones showed up? That's exactly what happened last night in Memphis. The Blues Foundation put together a party for the Rolling Stones road crew to welcome the group to Memphis and to give them something to do other than hang in their hotels rooms on their travel day. Memphis' premier rib joint, the Rendezvous, served as host for the event, providing great food for the 50+ people from the Stones organization, and the fabulous The Daddy Mack Blues Band of Memphis played some real down-home Blues for the largely British crowd. The event had extremely tight security, and only Stones staff and Blues Foundation staff (with a handful of guests) were in attendance. Lots of crew and tour management showed up early on, as well as keyboardist Chuck Leavell and bassist Darryl Jones, to grab a bite and hear some Blues with their buddies. Things really got exciting when Mick Jagger showed up with two of his daughters for dinner, followed shortly by Ron Wood and Keith Richards and their friends. Jonny Lang also joined the party with a group of friends. It happened to be the birthday of tour manager Lil Gary, and The Blues Foundation presented her with a cake in the shape of a guitar with "Time Is On Your Side" in frosting. The highlight of the evening came when Keith Richards took over on guitar and Ron Wood took over on bass for the Daddy Mack Blues Band. With regular Daddy Mack-ers Mack Orr on lead and vocals and "Rollo" on drums, the Stones musicians laid down some incredible raw Memphis Blues, to the amazement not only of the Blues Foundation staff, but also the entire entourage. According to the Stones people, it is extremely rare that any of the "Big 4" ever show up for such an event, and to have them sit in with the band just "never happens." Judging from the grins on the faces of Ron and Keith, they got a big kick out of laying back and jamming some Blues. While Keith and Ron were jamming at the Rendezvous, Jonny Lang, who had departed earlier, was tearing up the stage four blocks away at B. B. King's Blues Club on Beale Street. (When Jonny found out later about the jam at the Rendezvous, he said, "Don't tell me any more. I might regret it for the rest of my life.") BY all accounts Jonny, who teamed up with Memphis guitarist Little Jimmy King, set the joint on fire at BB's. Thousands of folks will throng the Memphis Pyramid to hear Jonny and the Stones tonight, but for a lucky few, the real musical treat happened at a rib joint and on Beale Street the night before the main event. The Blues Foundation was thrilled to host such a great group of folks, and we are deeply indebted to our friends Jim and Art Jaworowicz and Nick Vergos of the Rendezvous, without whom this gig would never have happened.
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
I'd have to go with Ross and Yoko Ono as most popular, but I'll tell you what, Shoji Tabuchi has got to be right up there in the top 5. The Japanese bluegrass band that makes a brief appearance in High Lonesome was Train 45; they did two tours of the US before breaking up. I believe their mandolin player at the time was Shin Akimoto, who spends a fair amount of time in the US, as does Saburo Watanabe, who, last time I looked, was Secretary of the IBMA. There's also Kazuhiro Inaba, who's put out at least one US release, Kaz Inaba and Friends; Don Rigsby, who's recorded with him, calls him "awesome." There's also a family bluegrass band fronted by a couple or three sisters that's toured here once or twice, and showcased at the IBMA's trade show a couple of years ago. Jon Weisberger Kenton County, KY [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.fuse.net/jonweisberger/
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Guitar Wolf are a garage punk trio. They wear all leather and have cool DAs. It's evident that these guys listened to the Ramones - a lot. They also have really bad attitudes. They won me over immediately. g> I saw them open up for the Cramps in late '97. Haven't heard much from them since. Here's their website: http://www.escape.com/~ywa/extra/guitar.html It hasn't been updated in a while. marie Many thanks love...I'll check it out. morgan
RE: The Stones/more blues than twang
Now that's rock n' roll! Egg-zackly. Jon Weisberger Kenton County, KY [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.fuse.net/jonweisberger/
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
There's also a family bluegrass band fronted by a couple or three sisters that's toured here once or twice, and showcased at the IBMA's trade show a couple of years ago. I believe this may be the same family that they did a segment about on CBS Sunday Morning, say about 3 or 4 months ago? They really were quite good... Morgan
RE: The Stones/more blues than twang
At 04:14 PM 4/8/99 -0400, you wrote: Now that's rock n' roll! Egg-zackly. Amen! morgan
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Good lord! That's the *last* time I mention any Japanese bands on this list.g--don
Chesnutt (was RE: Stephen Bruton's new one
On Thu, 8 Apr 1999, Jon Weisberger wrote:
Speaking of which, I was just listening to Mark Chesnutt's remake of
"Pride's Not Hard To Swallow (Once You Chew It Long Enough)." Hot damn,
it's enough to make me forgive that horrible Diane Warren number. Well,
almost.
And of course we all know who did it first.g ("Pride's," not the Warren
tune.) And anyone thinkin' of dippin' into Chesnutt's catalog could do
worse than pickin' up his Wings album, where you'll not only find the song
mentioned above, but lots of other hardcore honkytonkers. Hell, Smilin'
Jim might even like it.g Anyway, it's much better than his latest.--don
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
that'll learn ya'. g morgan At 01:17 PM 4/8/99 -0700, you wrote: Good lord! That's the *last* time I mention any Japanese bands on this list.g--don
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Hey there, Neal, closer to Japan than I am... Got me thinking, anyone know who the most popular Japanese artist in US history might be? I can't think of anyone beyond Cibo Matto, who, by virtue of being on a major label, might win this pony race. Well, Pink Lady did have their own TV show in the late 70's. (Picture the Donny and Marie show about 12 times worse and two episodes long). Heh. And like I said before, I think Cibo Matto are officially american citizens. But if we are talking about music outside of pop and rock - I would assume a classical or jazz artist must've come out of Japan and wow'ed the USA. I thought of Yo Yo Ma and Toshiko Akiyoshi - but they're Chinese. So anyone else? Later... CK ___ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Hey there, Dave... Oh come on, Shonen Knife is miserable. I'm an open-minded sort of fellow, but they're just friggin' terrible. I mean, if you like them as kitsch, that's one thing, butyeesh. Junior... Heh, it's good to agree with Dave on *some* things. I've listened to Shonen Knife and seen a couple of these bands live (Cibo Matto and Pizzicatto 5 or whatever their name was) and I'll tell you, truly, I came away with my butt completely intact The Iceman... Shonen Knife is miserable. The Japanese equivalent of The Shaggs? Oh come one, Shonen Knife aren't stellar players, especially on their early stuff, but The Shaggs couldn't find down beat with a map. Shonen Knife play HAPPY FUN music and are damn endearing. And they have some FANTASIC pop songs, even if they stumble every once in a while - like all of Let's Knife. Aaaand they put on a great live show. I swear. Shonen Knife loves you. And Junior, since all you like is RockaBilly stuff these days g check out any of the Hodge Podge and Barrage comps. Japanese bands tearing up and deconstructing RockaBilly, Sun - era rock, etc. Um, and Pizzicato 5 are the exception that proves the rule. Later... CK not changing anyone's mind, but posting anyway ___ You don't need to buy Internet access to use free Internet e-mail. Get completely free e-mail from Juno at http://www.juno.com/getjuno.html or call Juno at (800) 654-JUNO [654-5866]
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
There's also a family bluegrass band fronted by a couple or three sisters that's toured here once or twice, and showcased at the IBMA's trade show a couple of years ago. I believe this may be the same family that they did a segment about on CBS Sunday Morning, say about 3 or 4 months ago? Quite possible; a Charles Osgood segment on Japanese bluegrass aired on 2/15, but no one on bgrass-l knowledgeable enough to identify the groups involved seems to have been awake to catch it g. Jon Weisberger Kenton County, KY [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://home.fuse.net/jonweisberger/
hey, Chicago folks: 40K?
Pardon the lack o' twang, but are any of my Chicago sistren and brethren familiar with 40K? The local arts weekly raves about them, and I'm wondering if I should chegemout tomorrow night. Off-list replies are fine. Back to the Japanese Hipsterism Channel, Dave *** Dave Purcell, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Northern Ky Roots Music: http://w3.one.net/~newport Twangfest: http://www.twangfest.com
Re: Japanese hipsterism....
Gnip Gnop Knaus: Oh come one, Shonen Knife aren't stellar players, especially on their early stuff, but The Shaggs couldn't find down beat with a map. Shonen Knife play HAPPY FUN music and are damn endearing. And they have some FANTASIC pop songs, even if they stumble every once in a while - like all of Let's Knife. Aaaand they put on a great live show. I swear. I work with a couple of Japanese gals who are just as cute and botch the English language just as badly. I think I'll round them up, pull a Malcolm McLaren, and get them to sing my new hit songs "My Dog Like Vanilla Ice Cream" and "Red Car Go Fast Ha! Ha! Ha!" Ok, that's enough from me. I don't want to be scolded by the Buford Pusser of the list. Dave *** Dave Purcell, [EMAIL PROTECTED] Northern Ky Roots Music: http://w3.one.net/~newport Twangfest: http://www.twangfest.com
RE: Chesnutt (was RE: Stephen Bruton's new one
On Thu, 8 Apr 1999, Jon Weisberger wrote:
Speaking of which, I was just listening to Mark Chesnutt's remake of
"Pride's Not Hard To Swallow (Once You Chew It Long Enough)." Hot damn,
it's enough to make me forgive that horrible Diane Warren number. Well,
almost.
And of course we all know who did it first.g ("Pride's," not the Warren
tune.)
Of course.
And anyone thinkin' of dippin' into Chesnutt's catalog could do
worse than pickin' up his Wings album, where you'll not only find the song
mentioned above, but lots of other hardcore honkytonkers. Hell, Smilin'
Jim might even like it.g Anyway, it's much better than his latest.
Sad but true; I count two good songs on the new one, and that's being
generous ("That's The Way You Make An Ex" makes it by any standard).
Chesnutt is, in my opinion, an awesome talent, and it's sad to see him
cranking out so many pop-country throwaways; when he does what he ought to
do, like "Pride's," or "Ex," or "Too Cold At Home," or "That Side Of Me,"
there's hardly anyone can touch him.
Jon Weisberger Kenton County, KY [EMAIL PROTECTED]
http://home.fuse.net/jonweisberger/
RE: Japanese hipsterism....
Years ago, there was a band I played on my college radio show (Humpe Humpe?) that had a GREAT song called "Yama-ha", with a chorus like - "Yamaha, Mitsubishi, Toyota, Suzuki, Sony, Minolta, Kawasaki, Sanyo, Casio, Toshiba" Very catchy, for just parading brandnames. Chris "Red Car Go Fast Ha! Ha! Ha!" Dave Sounds like a Japanese Russ Meyer film.
RE: Chesnutt (was RE: Stephen Bruton's new one
On Thu, 8 Apr 1999, Jon Weisberger wrote:
Sad but true; I count two good songs on the new one, and that's being
generous ("That's The Way You Make An Ex" makes it by any standard).
Chesnutt is, in my opinion, an awesome talent, and it's sad to see him
cranking out so many pop-country throwaways; when he does what he ought
to do, like "Pride's," or "Ex," or "Too Cold At Home," or "That Side Of
Me," there's hardly anyone can touch him.
Indeedy. Unfortunately, the new one's probably his best-seller in quite
awhile (maybe even ever), which means we may be getting more of the same
on his next one. Then again, maybe he's thinkin' the label will cut him
some slack after this one, and he can get back to the hard stuff.--don
And you think earthquakes and floods bite...
In an attempt to reverse the faux cowboy "cleansing" of our nation's west coast--I'll bet you think Roy Rogers and Gene Autry died of natural causes, don't you?--the Rangers will be singin', playin', eatin', and sleepin' out that way August 12-23. We've got gigs in the LA area on Saturday Aug 14 and a bluegrass festival in Hood River, OR on the succeeding Saturday and Sunday (Aug 21-22), in addition to a club gig in Independence, OR on Aug 20. I'm hoping I can tap into the collective brain trust of P2 to get more bookings in the week in between--Aug 15-19. San Diego on the 13th is not for sure, either. Those of you with ideas--or better yet, who work for/are friendly with clubs--please contact me OFFLIST. House concerts would be fantabulous, too. Please don't force me to play accordion on the street... Thank you kindly. ___ Mark Wyatt * [EMAIL PROTECTED] * One Riot One Ranger * Columbus, OH http://members.aol.com/oneriot/oneriot.html ** "That ain't no part of bluegrass... that ain't no part of nothin'" (Bill Monroe) **
