Cold as Gasoline

I have one, but it is on the back of the laptop I'm currently typing on. Bought it from the kung fu site.

I absolutely love that! Best wishes and luck to you with your treatments, C_S.

Glenn Tilbrook.

Just got home and wanted to report that Mavis whipped the crowd into a frenzy, despite the fact that she was clearly ailing with her new knee, which she has dubbed "the Hideout". No Jeff Tweedy, however I did spot Spencer Tweedy chatting with a friend during Neko Case's set! Not quite the same thing, I know. Just heard about 30 minutes of Neko's set because I needed to catch a train. Trampled by Turtles (whom i'd never heard before) sounded really good too. More fun tomorrow.

I met some new friends at the JD McPherson show I went to on Monday, and they volunteer every year for one of the charity organizations that benefit from the block party. They said people have been speculating that he might (though agree, he is probably focused on his family this week.) At the very least, I hope Neko Case sits in on a song or two with Mavis. Had such a fantastic time last year, and hope it doesn't rain tomorrow. Have fun at the event, Louie!

Hideout Block Party! Mavis and Neko tonight. Hideout Block Party 2013 Line Up: Friday September 6 Gates 4:30 5:15 Nude Beach 6:15 Trampled by Turtles 7:30 Mavis Staples 8:45 Neko Case Saturday September 7 Gates 12:30 1:30 Guitarkestra 2:00 Girl Group 3:00 Jon Langford 4:00 The Both (Aimee Mann and Ted Leo) 5:15 The Walkmen 6:30 Superchunk 7:45 The Hold Steady 9:00 Young the Giant

Totally agree. I've been listening to Southeastern repeatedly. Seeing Jason Isbell in October and can't wait!

I hardly even know where to post this, but Neko Case interviews Mavis Staples! http://www.chicagoreader.com/chicago/mavis-staples-neko-case-interview-hideout-block-party/Content?oid=10814344 Seeing both of these fabulous women Friday night at the Hideout Block Party in Chicago. Can't wait!

JD McPherson tonight.

Welcome to the fold, mr_bellows. I kind of envy you all the awesomeness you have yet to discover!

Neither has MTV.

Deepest sympathy for the loss of your dear son. It's hard to make sense of losing someone so suddenly. Wishing the best for you and your family.

Lyle Lovett and his Large Band. Tomorrow night: Lake Street Dive.

This made me laugh for about 20 minutes. https://twitter.com/JasonIsbell/status/356556264265887746

Guitarists Julian Lage and Chris Eldridge (of Punch Brothers).

OK, that made me laugh out loud, so mission accomplished!

Like the man said, you gotta be cruel to be kind

Not sure Wilco ever claimed that.

As someone who is both a boss and an underling, I've thought about this. While I've never had a conversation like "a circle needs a center", I have had conversations like "perhaps this is not the job you have the right skill set for, and you would probably be more successful in another profession." It's not a conversation I would wish on anyone with a soul. But it is sometimes necessary in order to get actual work done, whether that work is creating the best music possible or achieving some business objective that you are obligated to deliver, and accept pay for. There is nothing wrong

Drove from Chicago to Appleton, Wisconsin this past weekend just to hear JTE and wanted to share what was a highlight of my summer. Cory Chisel was the impetus behind the Mile of Music festival in Appleton, and it was pretty spectacular what he was able to achieve. I thought it would be a handful of mediocre local bands, but (at least the Saturday I attended) packed with talent and local charm. I especially loved the band PHOX which played a free show in Houdini Square in the middle of town. The vocalist was subtle and jazzy and lovely. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Jcp1ViS0Pk Can you

Driving to Appleton, Wisconsin tomorrow to see Justin Townes Earle at the Mile of Music festival.

Was out at dinner last week on a lovely summer night, sitting on the outside deck of the restaurant (a 100+ year old storefront) with some friends. Had a beautiful green salad with lobster and a Revolution IPA. As we were getting ready to leave "At My Window, Sad and Lonely" came on. I told my friends I needed to stay until it was over. Perfect.

I recognize that footage from the "Sunken Treasure" DVD. Agree really poor choice of video to demonstrate what the band does live, and the examples of what thrills the crowd are dated. Still glad Wilco ranked so highly.

Great photos. The Newport lineup this year was amazing! Wish I could have been there.

Yes, those covers have served them spectacularly so far in the month or two since. What a brilliant idea!