This Week in Showz

The return of Arrington de Dionyso into my live life was a glorious thing! It was a most wicked dance party (heavy) in a house in Golden Hill. It came rumbling out of his throat. A new, fourth member felled burning towers with a saxophone. The bass was all feeling. The guests were all feeling it.

Now I'm at home, listening to the tape. It suggests all the same things but only approaches the band asymptotically. I could see myself using it as a vehicle to recall the previous night, or maybe to encourage other to seek the same experience.

Old Time Relijun - Tigers in the Temple


Still in Golden Hill, a few days later: we all swallowed the discomfort. It was worth it - a great performance is a great performance (this idea generalizes and can always be applied in your favour). The most remarkable part was the coordination of the two man, multi-instrument onslaught. John Ringhofer (the main cloud) was fairly relaxed in his quick switches between omnichord, guitar, banjo and the occasional trombone while his tourmate and accompanist (Vollmar) recklessly yet efficiently picked up/put down/played both at once: xylophone, drums, melodica, trombone, bass guitar (upside down) and more. It was fearless determination and unrelenting dedication. Perhaps a mission from God?

Half Handed Could - You've Been Faithful To Us Clouds