Gorgeous and Alone

Schmooking for a pair of Schmorchestra seats for Schmednesday 9/14 or Schmursday 9/15 at the Ace Schmotel. 

Looking for three tickets for the September 13th show in Indianapolis. Would prefer pit or first 20 rows of main floor.

This is my one and only chance to see the band during this tour!

Contact me quick!

ABC9@me.com

Thanks

I will be there for certain. Last year was simply fantastic. Now if we could only get the recording...!?

OK, I stand corrected. I'll edit my post above.

 

Thanks for reminding me of the "red light Jeff" ... I'd already forgotten that moment, and how funny it was when he started unbuttoning his shirt.

Nope, I stand corrected. Sorry Wendy. I will never question you again

I think this was the order, but speak up if I've got it wrong. We must keep our Wilcobase statistics accurate!

 

1. The Wilco Song

2. Impossible Germany

3. Jesus Etc

4. Hummingbird

5. Daniel Johnston cover - True Love Will Find You In The End

6. Dylan cover - Simple Twist of Fate

7. Hate It Here

8. She's a Jar

 

This bettered last year in every way. And last year was great!

I spent about 10 hours at Second City on Wednesday, and it was a great way to spend the day. Improv comedy-wise, there are some very talented people, and I found myself laughing out loud on numerous occasions. I even got the chance to go on stage for a little audience participation. Robbie Fulks played, and was hilarious, especially doing his countrified version of Beyonce's "Irreplacable" The Breeders were interesting, though they seemed distracted and amateurish--trouble with their equipment and levels, missing chords and lyrics. Tullymonster (now renamed Sacajaballsac by the attentive audience) were truly incredible...a talented group of kids. They even encored with "Heavy Metal Drummer."

Jeff's set was relaxed and informal, but thrilling nonetheless. I was one of the bidders, and asked for "Simple Twist of Fate." Jeff admitted he never really learned the words, but if someone printed them out he would give it a try. He then generously agreed to play for my friend (first time seeing Jeff solo) who quickly changed my 2nd suggestion from "Summerteeth" to "Jesus Etc." Later on, someone showed up with lyric sheet to "Fate" and Jeff gave it a full-hearted attempt. He aborted the song once the lyrics clashed with the version he sings, and early recording of the song Jeff remembers from seeing Dylan on TV.

The engagement was a terrific moment-- the kid who bid $500 for song for his girlfriend then admitted he didn't have $500 because he spent it all on a ring!

And let's not forget Jeff lying out on the floor during the Living Room Show bidding, and claiming he felt like a prostitute in the Red Light District

Two great bands, two rockin' sets, and a whole room full of foot-stompin', boot-scootin' music lovers. This was truly a great night of music.

Big Smith, who rarely play Chicago, had everyone up on their feet, stamping along to the beat of perfectly played southern-fried rock. The members of the band (I was informed they are all cousins and brothers, except for fiddle expert Molly) each took turns belting out tunes, riffing on solos, and sharing the stage in sweet harmony. Molly, the lone lady of the group, made tremendous noise with her whip-quick fiddle and bow. She even sang one of her own compositions, a "new" track for the band, who played it as if it was the first song they ever knew. The instruments ranged from mandolin to upright bass, steel bass and washboard. The songs blended heartache (Go Away Maggie) with humor (Don't Call Me Trash). And everyone in the room was hootin' and hollerin' to "12 Inch 3 Speed Oscillating Fan." These boys (and girl) really know how to raise the barn!

Blue Mountain took the stage with intense force and genuine smiles on their faces. Backed by a new drummer (his second show with no rehearsal) Cary and Laurie tore through plenty of new material from their latest release Midnight In Mississippi. Soaring guitar melodies on "She's a Wild One" and vicious harmonica solos on the title track. They also treated us to great classic tracks like "Rye Whiskey," "Soul Sister," an "Poppa."

By the end of the show, the crowd had thinned out... I think they were all just worn out from getting the shit rocked out of them!

Or perhaps they were following John, Pat, Nels and Mikael... all of whom showed up to support the band.

Thanks to Big Smith, Blue Mountain, and Schuba's for a truly remarkable evening of music!

I saw Plastic People of the Universe at Hideout last night. It was really incredible...only about thirty people showed up and the band (7 members) were all cramped up on stage. But they played wildly and magnificently. It truly felt like an underground experience. I felt privileged to be witnessing rock revolutionaries, 40 years after their initial start.

Anyone going to the Block Party should be sure to catch their performance on Saturday at 4:30PM.

Here is their incredible story: http://www.furious.com/PERFECT/pulnoc.html

And as GoGo says, Tom Stoppard's "Rock N' Roll" highlights the bands influence. It will be produced here by the Goodman Theatre next Spring.

Another solid performance from the band. They were all in good cheer and great form.... Nels was playing some fierce guitar and Pat wore his usual "pout." There was a great energy form the crowd too, and the venue was really pleasant. Thanks to Tamala ans Rob for the tickets, and Jen and Chris for sharing your space!

I have an extra lawn seat for the Indy show

Monday August 4

7:30 pm

WhiteLies Lawn State Park

$40.62 (face plus fees)

I have the ticket already so I can mail it off or meet you at the venue before the show.

email abcarter9@aol.com

I had a very similar experience to some of you... W.A.S.T.E. didn't announce what time the tickets would be on sale, so I was online at midnight, 4am, 6am, and finally 9:15a. As soon as I saw the tickets were on sale, my internet connection failed!! Cursing up a storm, I got dressed and ran to the coffee shop down the street, logged on and kept getting empty screen after empty screen. At last, I was asked to place an order...I clicked Add to Cart and the screen went white for about seven minutes. I was freaking out!!! I loaded the main page up in another window to find out what was happening, and it said Tickets had SOLD OUT! I was devastated....

Until, that white screen turned rainbow colored and asked me to purchase my four tickets!!!!!! Somehow, I had managed to sneak an order in before they were all gone... so now it's off to Indianapolis in August. Good times!

I will forgo the masses at Lolla this year...just not the way I want to see Radiohead, or Wilco for that matter.

I was just at Nordstrom Rack on Wednesday on State St and was grumbling about having to suffer thru Sheryl Crow, when "Casino Queen:" started playing. It almost made me have to buy a new pair of pants...

Here they are at long last... Larry and I compiled the best of them, and I took a few liberties with color and light to create some more interesting shots. There are five separate folders divided by nights to look through. I hope you enjoy, and perhaps you might even see yourself!

Thanks again for all your wonderful companionship during those brilliant, blustery days in Chicago.

Much love,

Andrew

http://s63.photobucket.com/albums/h136/abc...er%20Residency/

As many of you no doubt noticed during the residency, Jeff & Co. were favoring the newer "Battle of the Bands" verse during Heavy Metal Drummer. Let's see what other new lyrics we can come up with...

Here's one to start off:

"A slicked back hair-do,

and Doctor Martin boots,

Struttin' down the street,

feelin' kinda like Joe Strummer..."

I have a sexy new voice (or lack of) but nothin' else. Vitamin D, my friends....it will wash away yer blues and fend off the sickies. Promise