Howdy everyone. Its been quite some time since I've posted. Recently, I've been in one of those fits where I choose a slip album/show over my other tunes. I've found that they help the winter blues quite often. Last night, I was listening to Alsoa from the latest Japan shows in Jan 2002. Wow...UA's presence is very strong and captivating. I've always loved that version because to me, its proof that music can transcend cultures/languages to touch those who listen. The guest on sax is also a treat.
So I saw the Bowery and Paradise shows in late December. Before that, the last time I saw the fellas was at Berkfest...Only caught the side stage set. Therefore, I was looking forward to seeing the Bowery show, especially since JBB was opening. Personal highlights included the Marley cover "pass it on" as well as If One of Us Should fall for the encore. Also covered were Van Morrison's 'sweet thing' and Nathan Moore's 'before you were born'. All three were new for me and a quality treat. Another memory sticks out during an improv section(can't seem to remember the song now). Brad decides to climb the ladder on stage that leads up to the monitor soundboard. Marc is totally clueless as he's zoned in on a groove. Then Andrew decides to climb up the ladder to beat a rhythm over Brad's pickups. Meanwhile Brad is fingering chords and muting when Marc finally turns around, looks up, and creates a facial expression that said it all. Craziness... Paradise was a jolly good time. I met Nick...aka Phrazz while he was making rounds in the venue snapping pics for his site. By the way, much thanks for your time involved with the site. Its a great resource. Unfortunately, I missed the first set but was treated to a nice mix of Spice Groove as well You'll find a home. The horns were incredible. I'm looking forward to the circulation of this one. Could a tour with horns be possible? Well, much love to you all, Brian ===== "It is my conviction that killing under the cloak of war is nothing but an act of murder." -- Albert Einstein "You cannot simultaneously prevent and prepare for war." -- Albert Einstein __________________________________________________ Do you Yahoo!? Yahoo! Mail Plus - Powerful. Affordable. Sign up now. http://mailplus.yahoo.com --------------------------------------- ** We welcome your thoughtful comments - especially newbies!. Please participate by sending an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] ** Web archive at http://email.theslip.net ** To unsubscribe: Send an e-mail to [EMAIL PROTECTED] with the text 'signoff theslip' in the body of the message
