My installation of OS X is up and running. Nearly all of my applications are upgraded with a few things to fix up tonight. I’ve been casually looking through the website for the new Godspeed You! Black Emperor album whose insert links major record labels with weapons manufacturing. It’s something to ponder a bit. Finishing up a few details for the Ester Drang recording. My part is to arrange for Chris Colbert to fly to Dallas and meet up with the Drang who will be recording in Denton, TX. Then, I am trying to figure out how to get everyone to Chicago to do overdubs and mix. It’s an exciting little puzzle. But, it’s nice to know that things are working out. The Trouble with Sweeney are planning their recording for December with Brian McTear who recorded their last record. They have a new rhythm section that has been working out the new songs in practice sessions. They will play on 15 November in NYC at the Living Room and on 7 December at the Fire with the new members. Denison continues to make his way around the country. He’s making his way towards the Northwest at a steady pace.…
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Matthew came to visit from Mississippi and is helping Jamie move out of her apartment back to Mississippi. So, last night, I went into the city to visit them and shoot the breeze. There is lots of schedule drama for the Ester Drang recording that we’re all trying to sort out. Studio arrangements have been cancelled on at least three different occassions for a wide variety of reasons, but we’re hoping to have this settled soon. Unwed Sailor have finished their tour with Toboggan. Matt should be home in the US now, but I haven’t heard from him. Nic is now in London and Johnathon is lazing around Switzerland. They will be finishing songs for their split 7″ with At The Close of Every Day for Jonathon Whiskey records in the UK. Jamie Hunt is progressing on artwork for The Marionnette and the Music Box. Plans are starting to be made for US and European tours in March and April of 2003. Denison is still cruising the country. I just added a confirmed date on 10 November in Reno, NV. It’s a bit last minute, but hopefully you can make it if you’re in that part of the country. I…
New 7″ are now in stock from Damien Jurado, Songs:Ohia, and Scout Niblett. The Jurado 7″ is quite interesting since it has two older unreleased tracks that were recorded by Dave Bazan and feature him on the drums. The songs are lo-fi, much like Damien’s early cassette releases on Casa, but still showcase his brilliant songwriting skills. It’s a definitely interesting choice for a release. The two Songs:Ohia songs were recorded by Steve Albini. Both Jurado and Songs:Ohia will be playing in Philadelphia on Thursday night, 24 October at the Northstar with TW Walsh. I’ll be there, ready for the rock. Denison is #148 on the CMJ top 200 this week. He’s still touring around like a madman. I’ve added a few more dates of shows with Tracy Shedd (Teenbeat) on the East Coast during December. Hopefully there will be Philadelphia and Lancaster shows to add for those in his hometown crowds. Denison was just in Fayetteville, AR last night for a show sponsored by KXUA. James from Ester Drang played with him and the show was apparently packed out on a Monday. Thanks to our good pal Wes for working it there. Unwed Sailor are still wandering around Europe.…