Not much time today, off to Atlantic City for the most epic Halloween ever!!!!!! GET READY PHIENDSSSS MY SOUL IS IGNITED! I'm pumped, like the phist pump, can you tell? Get on with it, geez.
So I love Phish today because they don't use computers and computer noises. Believe me, I love MSTRKRFT and Bassnectar as much as the next person- really, I do. But in a era of music where use of the computer is highly valued, it's nice to see some good ol' rock 'n' roll. In fact, the computer and computer noises are so highly valued, some bands make their living entirely from that, ie the Glitch Mob. I'm not hating, I'll say it again, I do like this music. And it is an instrument in itself. If you look at videos of the Glitch Mob- shit, I couldn't hit a synth like that or remember what sound when to each button, etc. It's a challenge and new instrument indeed. I just like to see somebody get down and dirty with their bass. Ever see Les Claypool? That man slaps a friggen bass. It's hot to watch, honestly. I love it. And watching a guitar player shred his strings and hearing the delightful mess of sounds that comes out of those six strings- to me, it's incredible. Trey is gonna melt my face tonight!!!!!!! As for drums and keys, wouldn;t you rather see someone wailing it on their actual instruments- slamming their fingers into every note, pounding out the rhythm and beat with their sticks? I would. Seeing a DJ rock a computer is kinda cool... but seeing a saxophonist rip out those full notes, theres nothing better. I don't have time to ramble today, you get my point.
OFF TO AC!!! Look for me in Fishman dress and vacuum!!!
October 28, 2010
Reason #3: Free Downloads
I love Phish today because I redeemed my ticket stub online and got a free soundboard download of the whole set! In a world where nothing comes for nothing, this obviously isn't really free. I did pay 60 bucks for my ticket, when it used to be 50 (which is still expensive), so part of that extra 10 dollars definitely went to the free download cause. But I won't hate on the Phish organizations for trying to capitalize on something we're all after. You better believe I would have downloaded those sets off megaupload regardless, just as I have with every other show I've been to (18 tomorrow... small but growing!). And I certainly did that for all the epic sets that I couldn't be at, which happens to be way too many but, alas, you can't go to every Phish show.
That said, about the organization charging us for what we get for free, I love the viral spread that Phish live recordings induce. Buying a ticket to a taper section is a clear option when purchasing tickets- these boys are so okay with people recoding the shows, they make a special section for it (usually with a great view). In fact, they kind of owe it all to the tapers. Because of them, their first few songs and CDs spread like wild fire, by word of mouth and making a tape for someone; the band was way ahead of the game on this one, making sure people had free copies of their music without MySpace or the new wave of social media public relations. This was good thinking, boys, very smart indeed.
I can download every Phish set every played. Can you imagine that? All the Halloween albums like we talked about yesterday, all the highlights of 94-95, all the festival sets, all the misery and disaster of Coventry. You can get it all here:http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=p8WKkpP-TKpO1VnQgcff6EQ&gid=7
and I want you to use this site because that's how Phish gains and maintains its popularity. By giving out their love and music for free. It's a genius plot. Not to even mention that 95% of these downloads are soundboard material, if not actually soundboard (which is much harder to come across, I've found). Even some of the older recordings are pretty top notch for a live performance.
In the end, that's what really matters for Phish anyway- the live shows. The studio stuff, that was all a formality; the boys admit in the Phish Book that they put less than half as much effort into any one studio session as they do to single show. The live shows got passed from person to person, creating that much more of a stronger bond between phans. As a sociologist, I'm constantly searching for what brings people together under music. This is certainly one aspect, and it will continue to keep our community together. To be able to talk about shows that neither party attended is quite a remarkable experience. And to feel that shared bond over an experience you can only imagine- that's Phish. That's bonding.
Sorry to be brief today, I have to finish my vacuum for this weekend. Check back tomorrow to see what my phavorite thing is as we kick off the HALLOWEEN RUN IN ATLANTIC CITY!!!!! Count down 23 hourss!!!!!
That said, about the organization charging us for what we get for free, I love the viral spread that Phish live recordings induce. Buying a ticket to a taper section is a clear option when purchasing tickets- these boys are so okay with people recoding the shows, they make a special section for it (usually with a great view). In fact, they kind of owe it all to the tapers. Because of them, their first few songs and CDs spread like wild fire, by word of mouth and making a tape for someone; the band was way ahead of the game on this one, making sure people had free copies of their music without MySpace or the new wave of social media public relations. This was good thinking, boys, very smart indeed.
I can download every Phish set every played. Can you imagine that? All the Halloween albums like we talked about yesterday, all the highlights of 94-95, all the festival sets, all the misery and disaster of Coventry. You can get it all here:http://spreadsheets.google.com/pub?key=p8WKkpP-TKpO1VnQgcff6EQ&gid=7
and I want you to use this site because that's how Phish gains and maintains its popularity. By giving out their love and music for free. It's a genius plot. Not to even mention that 95% of these downloads are soundboard material, if not actually soundboard (which is much harder to come across, I've found). Even some of the older recordings are pretty top notch for a live performance.
In the end, that's what really matters for Phish anyway- the live shows. The studio stuff, that was all a formality; the boys admit in the Phish Book that they put less than half as much effort into any one studio session as they do to single show. The live shows got passed from person to person, creating that much more of a stronger bond between phans. As a sociologist, I'm constantly searching for what brings people together under music. This is certainly one aspect, and it will continue to keep our community together. To be able to talk about shows that neither party attended is quite a remarkable experience. And to feel that shared bond over an experience you can only imagine- that's Phish. That's bonding.
Sorry to be brief today, I have to finish my vacuum for this weekend. Check back tomorrow to see what my phavorite thing is as we kick off the HALLOWEEN RUN IN ATLANTIC CITY!!!!! Count down 23 hourss!!!!!
October 27, 2010
Reason #2:The White Album.
In honor of my very phirst Phish Halloween so close on the horizon (2 days!!!!), I though I would take time to recognize an incredible album that Phish covered Halloween of 1994 in Great Falls, NY. The boys took on the infamous double sided album by the Beatles, The White Album. I personally was not blessed enough to witness this in person, but through my endless hours of listening to LivePhish, this has easily become my favorite full-length cover that the boys too. Well, I shouldn't speak too soon, seeing as there are very few rumors and or guesses flying about as to what album they might bust out this year, and it may just take me by surprise. But for now, this is my favorite musical costume.
The beginning of Back in the USSR opens with a familiar riff and, though Trey's voice doesn't sound as perfect as John or Paul's, how am I gonna say no to my boys playing my boys?? I'm not. And they pretty much nail the whole thing. The vocals stick out, I'm just gonna say that one more time, but I can't deny how good it sounds either way. "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," which has been used several times since this show, is an excellent rendition; Page's piano and harmonies complete this version and make my heart simply bubble. "Rocky Raccoon" is another great track, reminiscent of Harpua in the story telling sense. They kind of skip Birthday, doing an instrumental to wish Brad Sands, the road manager, a happy birthday. Other notable tracks include "Everybody's Got Something to Hide...," a crazy "Helter Skelter" that, if I may say so myself, should probably enter the circuit, if only because it's just so wild and the boys sound like they are having a great time with it, and a "Cry Baby Cry" featuring that epic Electrolux. By the end of the set, you can tell they are getting tired and Trey's voice is tuckering out. The last couple of songs suffer a little, but not enough to make me neglect my favorite band playing my favorite band! This particular cover can be found on LivePhish 13, in the middle of two other killer sets.
In past Halloweens, Phish has also done full album covers of The Who's Quadrophenia (1995- they donned the musical costume so fully, they destroyed their instruments at the end of the show, just as The Who would have), Talking Head's Remain in the Light (1996), The Velvet Underground's Loaded (where they get one of my favorite Phish covers of all time, "Rock 'n' Roll"), and, bringing the tradition back for 2009's Festival 8, The Rolling Stones' Exile on Main Street. (They have often pulled from the cover albums mainstays of their set lists; for example, I have heard Loving Cup and Shine a Light about three thousand times this summer. Not that I'm complaining, just saying.) One other full length cover they did as a surprise just days after performing Loaded. To an almost empty arena, the boys broke out Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon right in the middle of a Harpua. Can you imagine seeing this: "Harpua> Dark Side of the Moon> Harpua" and have missed the show? Well, you know how they love to tease us. It seems likely that they pulled this one off for the few hardcore headzz who showed up to Utah two days after a Halloween run.
Now the question remains: what will they play this year? Last year there was a ton of hype around the album, this year it is very hush hush. Trey hasn't said much to anyone except to confirm that it's happening and will be a challenge for him. He is quoted as saying that this one is for him (what isn't.. oops) and will bring his playing to a whole new level. Rolling Stone thinks there are four options: My Bloody Valentine (please, no), Queen (fingers crossed), Genesis (don't make me sit through that... I'll do it.. but oh lord...), or Led Zeppelin (do it do it do it). Can you tell what I'm hoping for? Other possibilities include David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, MGMT, and Radiohead. It's all speculation, though, and I won't know until Sunday around 1130 pm. Based on these bands, I will probably not know until someone tells me. But I'm okay with that, I get three sets of my boys <3.
Hey, if you have a great Halloween story, share it with me in comment section, I'd love to hear it! Check in tomorrow to see what my next phavorite thing is as we get closer to seeing Phish again (it's been a painful three days)!
The beginning of Back in the USSR opens with a familiar riff and, though Trey's voice doesn't sound as perfect as John or Paul's, how am I gonna say no to my boys playing my boys?? I'm not. And they pretty much nail the whole thing. The vocals stick out, I'm just gonna say that one more time, but I can't deny how good it sounds either way. "While My Guitar Gently Weeps," which has been used several times since this show, is an excellent rendition; Page's piano and harmonies complete this version and make my heart simply bubble. "Rocky Raccoon" is another great track, reminiscent of Harpua in the story telling sense. They kind of skip Birthday, doing an instrumental to wish Brad Sands, the road manager, a happy birthday. Other notable tracks include "Everybody's Got Something to Hide...," a crazy "Helter Skelter" that, if I may say so myself, should probably enter the circuit, if only because it's just so wild and the boys sound like they are having a great time with it, and a "Cry Baby Cry" featuring that epic Electrolux. By the end of the set, you can tell they are getting tired and Trey's voice is tuckering out. The last couple of songs suffer a little, but not enough to make me neglect my favorite band playing my favorite band! This particular cover can be found on LivePhish 13, in the middle of two other killer sets.
In past Halloweens, Phish has also done full album covers of The Who's Quadrophenia (1995- they donned the musical costume so fully, they destroyed their instruments at the end of the show, just as The Who would have), Talking Head's Remain in the Light (1996), The Velvet Underground's Loaded (where they get one of my favorite Phish covers of all time, "Rock 'n' Roll"), and, bringing the tradition back for 2009's Festival 8, The Rolling Stones' Exile on Main Street. (They have often pulled from the cover albums mainstays of their set lists; for example, I have heard Loving Cup and Shine a Light about three thousand times this summer. Not that I'm complaining, just saying.) One other full length cover they did as a surprise just days after performing Loaded. To an almost empty arena, the boys broke out Pink Floyd's Dark Side of the Moon right in the middle of a Harpua. Can you imagine seeing this: "Harpua> Dark Side of the Moon> Harpua" and have missed the show? Well, you know how they love to tease us. It seems likely that they pulled this one off for the few hardcore headzz who showed up to Utah two days after a Halloween run.
Now the question remains: what will they play this year? Last year there was a ton of hype around the album, this year it is very hush hush. Trey hasn't said much to anyone except to confirm that it's happening and will be a challenge for him. He is quoted as saying that this one is for him (what isn't.. oops) and will bring his playing to a whole new level. Rolling Stone thinks there are four options: My Bloody Valentine (please, no), Queen (fingers crossed), Genesis (don't make me sit through that... I'll do it.. but oh lord...), or Led Zeppelin (do it do it do it). Can you tell what I'm hoping for? Other possibilities include David Bowie, Jimi Hendrix, MGMT, and Radiohead. It's all speculation, though, and I won't know until Sunday around 1130 pm. Based on these bands, I will probably not know until someone tells me. But I'm okay with that, I get three sets of my boys <3.
Hey, if you have a great Halloween story, share it with me in comment section, I'd love to hear it! Check in tomorrow to see what my next phavorite thing is as we get closer to seeing Phish again (it's been a painful three days)!
October 25, 2010
Reason #1: Meatprise. And that day after feeling.
Since today is my first day at this and I'm hot off a double header at UMASS' Mullins Center, I thought I'd start with two good reasons: the first being my absolute favorite song of the weekend.
This flawlessly laid Meatstick chorus in place of Reprise lyrics at the end of Set I (that's a treat) Saturday made me practically fly. As a relatively new phan, I'm still wow'd by the creative mix ups and tricks they pull out at each show. Maybe some other phans aren't as thrilled with the Meatprise that went down, though it was pretty tight musically. Seeing as it was my first Meatstick, hearing it twice was an honor. Reminds me of the five time Tweezer from Hartford-SPAC 6/2010. Soo wonderful and rock 'n' roll. Besides the Meatprise, a groovin' Meatstick opener, BBFCFM throw down, and an appearance by the vacuum all helped to welcome Phish back to UMASS.
While I'm on the subject, the rest of the Saturday night was pretty amazing too; lots of hits that made me dance like mad, but nothing that hadn't been played fairly recently. Also nothing new for me besides the main focus here and the Hold Your Head Up>Love You>Hold Your Head Up, which was awesome- to finally see Fish and the fabled vacuum solo made me feel pretty complete.
The second reason I love Phish today (but not reason #2 officially) is because of the way I felt today. After a two night run not that close to home, I'm frankly beat. I had a done a few other shows in NYC the days prior, so that adds to the exhaustion, but really Phish wipes me out. Last nights (Sundays) show, while not the tightest musically, really took me off my feet and brought me to a new level with the band. Something about standing behind them and conducting the crowd to my favorite opening rifts of Free, or grooving hard to the Gamehendge classic the Lizards. Maybe it was the funky energy of Brother that held the set up through a calm, but tight Roggae; Or else it could have been the Taste>Waste that made me stop in my perfect-spot-finding tracks and bawl. I wish I could prepare myself for the emotional draw Waste undoubtedly brings on me, but I never can. Alas, maybe still it was none of these wonderful songs, maybe it was the Bowie that ultimately took me away and sky rocketed me into a Phish world never to be left. Its exhausting just thinking about much fun I had. And I was hurting today; driving home, zoning out, getting all emotional over a Sample from 1999; my body, my legs, my brain, my ringing ears, all saying "Whyyy?? Whyy me? Why no vitamins or nutrients? Why staying up all night and getting down so hard??" To that I say, "We can make it through another day, body, because if we do, we get to go on the Halloween run." Through all my aches and pains today, I just kept saying how much I love those boys, this band, that music. I'm less than 24 hours from the last time I've seen Phish and I already can't wait for Friday!!
See what my phavorite thing is tomorrow as we get closer and closer to this Halloween weekend!
This flawlessly laid Meatstick chorus in place of Reprise lyrics at the end of Set I (that's a treat) Saturday made me practically fly. As a relatively new phan, I'm still wow'd by the creative mix ups and tricks they pull out at each show. Maybe some other phans aren't as thrilled with the Meatprise that went down, though it was pretty tight musically. Seeing as it was my first Meatstick, hearing it twice was an honor. Reminds me of the five time Tweezer from Hartford-SPAC 6/2010. Soo wonderful and rock 'n' roll. Besides the Meatprise, a groovin' Meatstick opener, BBFCFM throw down, and an appearance by the vacuum all helped to welcome Phish back to UMASS.
While I'm on the subject, the rest of the Saturday night was pretty amazing too; lots of hits that made me dance like mad, but nothing that hadn't been played fairly recently. Also nothing new for me besides the main focus here and the Hold Your Head Up>Love You>Hold Your Head Up, which was awesome- to finally see Fish and the fabled vacuum solo made me feel pretty complete.
The second reason I love Phish today (but not reason #2 officially) is because of the way I felt today. After a two night run not that close to home, I'm frankly beat. I had a done a few other shows in NYC the days prior, so that adds to the exhaustion, but really Phish wipes me out. Last nights (Sundays) show, while not the tightest musically, really took me off my feet and brought me to a new level with the band. Something about standing behind them and conducting the crowd to my favorite opening rifts of Free, or grooving hard to the Gamehendge classic the Lizards. Maybe it was the funky energy of Brother that held the set up through a calm, but tight Roggae; Or else it could have been the Taste>Waste that made me stop in my perfect-spot-finding tracks and bawl. I wish I could prepare myself for the emotional draw Waste undoubtedly brings on me, but I never can. Alas, maybe still it was none of these wonderful songs, maybe it was the Bowie that ultimately took me away and sky rocketed me into a Phish world never to be left. Its exhausting just thinking about much fun I had. And I was hurting today; driving home, zoning out, getting all emotional over a Sample from 1999; my body, my legs, my brain, my ringing ears, all saying "Whyyy?? Whyy me? Why no vitamins or nutrients? Why staying up all night and getting down so hard??" To that I say, "We can make it through another day, body, because if we do, we get to go on the Halloween run." Through all my aches and pains today, I just kept saying how much I love those boys, this band, that music. I'm less than 24 hours from the last time I've seen Phish and I already can't wait for Friday!!
See what my phavorite thing is tomorrow as we get closer and closer to this Halloween weekend!
October 20, 2010
Back from Arkansas and into the blog
Well, I am back. It has been quite some time since my last post in April, but no that I've graduated and am spending many days doing nothing, I thought I should check in with my lonely blog. I started this to be about the two loves of my life; Phish and food. I think I will probably go back to my theme after this update, but I just have to write something about Harvest Fest.
This past week I was down in the Ozark Mountains or Arkansas, only the best possible place for a bluegrass festival. I was there to work at Yonder Mountain String Band's Harvest Festival, and what a phenomenal Arkansas time I had. We arrived on late Tuesday night after a 24 hour car ride and set up camp to pass out. On Wednesday, I was assigned to do the job of an orange fence and padlocks, but I made some great friends and heard so many loving tales of the beautiful mountain we found ourselves on. The best part of Wednesday night was the surprise late night shows on the backwoods stage (there were three main stages/tents and one side tent that always had something going on- Nomadic Village they called it, pretty cool concept but for another post). There were a few bands who played for the staff and VIPs that night but by far the best was Poor Mans Whiskey. They did this same act again on Thursday, but this was just so much better. Each member dressed as a different character in the Wizard of Oz and they played a bluegrass cover of Dark Side of the Moon, which they called Dark Side of the Moonshine. I highly highly recommend checking out this album, it is truly incredible.
Thursday the festival began and people came flooding in the site- people of all ages, mind you. If I had to guess, I would say at least 25% of the attendees were over 65. It's gotta be that bluegrass spirit that brings people from all walks of life together. Anyway, on Thursday I was assigned to the merchandise tent and that's when the fun really began. I was working with the man who does the merch for SCI and heard some wonderful tales from him. Better still, I got to talk one on one with so many of the festival attendees and hear about their excitement and passion for the music. I got to see a good bit of music that day- Dirtfoot was my favorite, a very dark but funky bluegrass band. I also got to catch some Mountain Sprout and Cornmeal from a far, but as I heard it from customers at the merch booth, highlights of the day included Cletus Got Shot, Split Lip Rayfield, Oakhurst, Pert Near Sandstone, and 1 oz Jig. Railroad Earth obviously played an amazing set that I listened to from a far, dropping classics like Long Walk Home, Mighty River, Like a Buddah, and Bird in a House.
Friday was an amazing day as well, kicked off with a 5 song surprise set from Yonder. I rushed down in time to catch the last of Complicated, which was incredible. Before my shift started, I was able to catch some of Donna the Buffalo, who opened for the Rhythm Devils when I caught them on Long Island back in August. Though I couldn't hear it all too well, the crowed was loving Leftover Salmon as they celebrated their 20th anniversary on the main stage and the field stayed packed as Yonder Mountain String Band took the stage for their first set of the weekend. Bringing it hard like they always do, YMSB impressed everyone and had even the older fans out until 1 am kickin' up dirt. Late night boasted nasty performance by Dirtfoot and Cornmeal, with surprise guests on the backwoods stage who's names I couldn't tell you, unfortunately.
Unusually, the last day of the fest was Saturday, but everyone was ready for the Emmit-Nershi Band to take the stage. They pulled out an amazing mid-afternoon set and played the String Cheese classic "Jellyfish," which people went crazy for. I got my first Sam Bush set, which was actually phenomenal and soulful. Then of course, there isn't much to say about Keller and the Keels, they always- mind you ALWAYS- kill it. They played new stuff and old stuff, fabulous covers from their newest album "Thief" (haha)and wowed everyone who ever doubted Keller's laid back style. The man knows how to rock. And he chose two of the best (Larry and Jenny Keel) to rock along side him. Yonder technically closed the weekend with two amazing sets for which I finagled my staff pass to get me up front (:D) and the rest of Saturday night was filled with debauchery and kids trying to make it last forever. I was one of them, I'll admit. For me, and I think for many others, YMHF marked the end of a most beautiful summer of life music. From All Good to Vibes to Phish Summer and Fall tour, 2010 was a major plus on my music scale. The live music scene could not have been more vibrant or welcoming or enticing. I shall never ever leave festiland.
As far as food goes, I have two words for you: Jerry Roll. That is all, thank you kind vendors for feeding me all summer. I owe your fresh tastes and portable grills a great deal.
Next week, or maybe tomorrow, I'll be back with more. I'm going to get back to my basics, Phish and food, and really try this time. Also, for anyone who has read this far, I really need a job... any job at all as long as it has something to do with music. I have experience, references, a decent resume, I just am not sure where my skills lie. So please contact me if you're interested in learning more about me or have a possible opportunity I could look into. Thanks for reading phriends!!
This past week I was down in the Ozark Mountains or Arkansas, only the best possible place for a bluegrass festival. I was there to work at Yonder Mountain String Band's Harvest Festival, and what a phenomenal Arkansas time I had. We arrived on late Tuesday night after a 24 hour car ride and set up camp to pass out. On Wednesday, I was assigned to do the job of an orange fence and padlocks, but I made some great friends and heard so many loving tales of the beautiful mountain we found ourselves on. The best part of Wednesday night was the surprise late night shows on the backwoods stage (there were three main stages/tents and one side tent that always had something going on- Nomadic Village they called it, pretty cool concept but for another post). There were a few bands who played for the staff and VIPs that night but by far the best was Poor Mans Whiskey. They did this same act again on Thursday, but this was just so much better. Each member dressed as a different character in the Wizard of Oz and they played a bluegrass cover of Dark Side of the Moon, which they called Dark Side of the Moonshine. I highly highly recommend checking out this album, it is truly incredible.
Thursday the festival began and people came flooding in the site- people of all ages, mind you. If I had to guess, I would say at least 25% of the attendees were over 65. It's gotta be that bluegrass spirit that brings people from all walks of life together. Anyway, on Thursday I was assigned to the merchandise tent and that's when the fun really began. I was working with the man who does the merch for SCI and heard some wonderful tales from him. Better still, I got to talk one on one with so many of the festival attendees and hear about their excitement and passion for the music. I got to see a good bit of music that day- Dirtfoot was my favorite, a very dark but funky bluegrass band. I also got to catch some Mountain Sprout and Cornmeal from a far, but as I heard it from customers at the merch booth, highlights of the day included Cletus Got Shot, Split Lip Rayfield, Oakhurst, Pert Near Sandstone, and 1 oz Jig. Railroad Earth obviously played an amazing set that I listened to from a far, dropping classics like Long Walk Home, Mighty River, Like a Buddah, and Bird in a House.
Friday was an amazing day as well, kicked off with a 5 song surprise set from Yonder. I rushed down in time to catch the last of Complicated, which was incredible. Before my shift started, I was able to catch some of Donna the Buffalo, who opened for the Rhythm Devils when I caught them on Long Island back in August. Though I couldn't hear it all too well, the crowed was loving Leftover Salmon as they celebrated their 20th anniversary on the main stage and the field stayed packed as Yonder Mountain String Band took the stage for their first set of the weekend. Bringing it hard like they always do, YMSB impressed everyone and had even the older fans out until 1 am kickin' up dirt. Late night boasted nasty performance by Dirtfoot and Cornmeal, with surprise guests on the backwoods stage who's names I couldn't tell you, unfortunately.
Unusually, the last day of the fest was Saturday, but everyone was ready for the Emmit-Nershi Band to take the stage. They pulled out an amazing mid-afternoon set and played the String Cheese classic "Jellyfish," which people went crazy for. I got my first Sam Bush set, which was actually phenomenal and soulful. Then of course, there isn't much to say about Keller and the Keels, they always- mind you ALWAYS- kill it. They played new stuff and old stuff, fabulous covers from their newest album "Thief" (haha)and wowed everyone who ever doubted Keller's laid back style. The man knows how to rock. And he chose two of the best (Larry and Jenny Keel) to rock along side him. Yonder technically closed the weekend with two amazing sets for which I finagled my staff pass to get me up front (:D) and the rest of Saturday night was filled with debauchery and kids trying to make it last forever. I was one of them, I'll admit. For me, and I think for many others, YMHF marked the end of a most beautiful summer of life music. From All Good to Vibes to Phish Summer and Fall tour, 2010 was a major plus on my music scale. The live music scene could not have been more vibrant or welcoming or enticing. I shall never ever leave festiland.
As far as food goes, I have two words for you: Jerry Roll. That is all, thank you kind vendors for feeding me all summer. I owe your fresh tastes and portable grills a great deal.
Next week, or maybe tomorrow, I'll be back with more. I'm going to get back to my basics, Phish and food, and really try this time. Also, for anyone who has read this far, I really need a job... any job at all as long as it has something to do with music. I have experience, references, a decent resume, I just am not sure where my skills lie. So please contact me if you're interested in learning more about me or have a possible opportunity I could look into. Thanks for reading phriends!!
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