Beat City: Fall Concert Series

I want to offer my sincerest apologies for how I announced tonight’s concert. It was a lapse in judgment, and I realize I’ve essentially handed my personal credibility over to anyone who wants to take it.

As for the remaining four shows, I am putting my reputation on the line. If any of them fall short of expectations, I’ll gladly accept whatever consequences come my way. Just don't bother asking for David Sullivan4's opinion; his take doesn't carry any weight here.

You might as well just take Columbus's word for it 🙂

At least you didn't end up getting scammed by Hamburg 😬

And why the hell are you snapping at me? Wasn't I your most dedicated fan at the last show? 🙂 I even brought nine people along just to see you perform, and I don't see any thanks... 🙂

I’ll admit I agree with your positive takes, but I can't say the same for your negative ones.😬

Antek, what’s the exact schedule? Did you clear anything up with Ford regarding the group?

Edit: My bad, saw it above. So it's at 9:30 sharp. Got it!

By the way, was last night really that bad? 😁 I was out watching basketball, so I missed it.

Alex Scott22 said:By the way, was last night really that bad? 😁 I was at a basketball game, so whatever...

Guess what—the first band to play (who the organizer mistakenly thought was Guess What's unannounced opener 🙏) was alright, kind of a lounge vibe.

The second band—whom the organizer thought was Guess What—was some sort of French gypsy ethno-nonsense with two members from the first group. Honestly, they were great because after two or three songs I just went home to watch some crime dramas instead. Definitely the better option...

Ford mentioned that the group isn't planning to take the stage until about 10:30 PM. My assumption is that they'll stick to their usual 45-minute set, so if they kick things off at 9:30 PM, everything should align perfectly. I'll check in with them once they arrive to get a better sense of their intended runtime, and then I'll touch base with Ford to iron out any necessary adjustments.

Anyway, just checking in to remind everyone about two upcoming shows:

10/20/2010
DAVILA 666
Puerto Rico



What is six people from Puerto Rico doing in a dive bar? You can come down to Nashville next Tuesday to find out. We managed to pull this together at the last minute and snag a great deal, which means this concert is completely free for all of you—a show featuring a young band that is rapidly building a reputation as the ultimate party rock 'n' roll outfit.
DAVILA 666 is released by Red Bull, the label responsible for everything from King Khan to Jay Reatard and Andreo Williams; they’ve been described as a Latin version of the Black Lips, though they describe themselves more like Menudo on drugs. They recently shared a single with Dirtbombs, and their management will soon be taken over by Vice Music, an arm of that quintessential hipster magazine. If they don't blow up first, this is your last chance to catch them for nothing in such an intimate (that's the polite way of saying "tiny") space.

New York City guarantees it! For those who believed our hype regarding Nobunny il Kidnappers, come see if this lives up to it. I'll put my head on the line if it isn't great.

Date: 10/20, starting between 9:30 PM and 10:00 PM, depending on how things flow.

lastefem event

http://www.myspace.com/davila666
http://vimeo.com/11118756
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFf3NNaDtHM
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GlYZPEXVe3Y

10/19/2010
JC SATÁN
France/ Italy



The night before, the same venue will host a five-piece band called the international group JC SATÁN, continuing the long tradition of excellent French bands visiting Spunk. You could almost call the middle of next week a mini garage rock festival. But we're being serious, so we won't call it that; after all, it's only two bands. Actually, three—the warm-up will be provided by a noise-rock duo consisting of their guitarist and drummer, performing under the name David & Jonathan (simply because both guys happen to be named David and Jonathan, right?).
To put it simply, three Americans from France, one from Italy, and one from Argentina play a rainy, beautiful, blended kind of music that is easiest to categorize as garage psych-rock. It sounds like a stroll through a stereotypical French New Wave film, moving through early and late English influences—roughly the start of the nineties in this context—and then drifting back into the sixties and fuzzboxes. At least on record, it feels that way; live, it's much closer to classic French garage—wilder, more energetic. Two of the members play in Memphis, if anyone remembers that incredible show.

Date: 10/19, starting between 9:30 PM and 10:00 PM, depending on how things flow. Admission is free, as usual.

lastefem event

http://www.myspace.com/jeanclaudesatan
http://www.myspace.com/davidundjonathan
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1fNfgpTgqMk
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=h6MI1FmUYBA

Kevin Chavez3 says yesterday was all about mustaches, tight shirts, and body odor. Wish I could've made it 😢

Tonight was easily my best one yet. I was absolutely crushing it.

what kind of satire is this? 🙏 🙏 🙏

LALE, chill out in the comments before I have to be the one to shut you down 🙂 hehe

keep it lit 😉

Black Lips is for the broke 😬

Those first two tracks actually held their own, especially during the sections where they both locked into the exact same tempo 😬 but the main act just completely suffocated me 666 🤷

They’re like a Latin-infused Aerosmith... honestly, they might have been better off playing something that wasn't already stale back in '72 🤷

I guess I’ve had some pretty perfect sleep over the last couple of nights. Both nights, actually. And all three shows, too. 🙂
That is really all I can say, mostly because, if I'm being honest, I don't quite recall the specific details.
I honestly have no idea what Lawrence is even talking about up there.

Those guys were absolute legends!

Even though this forum and its sub-forums have become pretty much irrelevant, we’re going to see our current run through to the end and announce the final show of our fall series:



Come out for a night of music heavily inspired by synthpunk! We have some real heavy hitters lined up for you:

Digital Leather - a project sitting right at the intersection of synthpunk, garage rock, and indie sensibilities. It started as a solo endeavor by Shawn Foreej, bolstered by his friends from the Memphis underground scene—specifically Ryan Wong (Destruction Unit, Tokyo Electron, Reatards) and Jay Reatard. From the cold, analog aesthetic of drum machines to their more recent organic recordings, there's a certain danceable pop melodyology peeking through the frost. If you remember their set from two years ago, you know how good this is going to be.

Contract - princ Paradox, Raw i shadow. These are the rising stars of the local synthpunk scene, featuring former and current members of Death Disac, Owie Pockshull, Gods of Chaos, human, daviti fra Sheffield, and a whole host of others. Expect nothing less than costumed chaos and (most likely) a push for their massive first double album. You won't want to miss it.

While the bands get ready, David and Lawrence from zvuk sobica will be spinning tracks that might actually go mainstream one day. Actually, it'll just be David, since Lawrence probably won't bother showing up to the gig again.

$15Doors at 8:30 PM, music starts at 9:30 PM.

Beat City guarantees it!

Come on, write back immediately—and tell me who actually designed those posters!

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As you can probably infer from my previous point—regarding those contract workers: Lilihip and Zac

The collapse

Digital Leather would have performed better in a semi-circle setup, though overall it was just mediocre.
Perhaps 'substantive' would be a more accurate descriptor!

And speaking of substance, if anyone possesses any eyewitness accounts regarding my acquisition of certain neck lacerations, I kindly request that you submit your testimonies here.

Digital Leather was honestly way better last night than they were at the amphitheater... their setlist was actually decent for once. Though I still think Shawn Foreej needs more people out there clapping along—he’s definitely making progress, though...
It was totally worth showing up just to catch Black Flowers from the Future 😍

The Contract - princ Paradox is solid, even if I thought they sounded better back when they played at Medika (?)—they really just need to get that drummer under control a bit 😬
My shirt fits perfectly right now, not too tight or anything, so hopefully it doesn't shrink too much in the wash since it's a Fruit of the Loom 🙂