Wednesday, August 15, 2012

Jisan Music Festival

Korea just went up a couple of notches on the international music scene this summer.  Just a week after Sensation the Jisan Music Festival happened in a big way.  Clark and I went to check it out.  3 days of bleary eyed mayhem.  Of course, Radiohead was there on opening night, but I didn't take any video because the show was too intense and I didn't even think to take out my Ipod.  We watched the show from the Rock of Gibraltar up in the forest (security kept bothering us but eventually gave up).  Great view!  On Saturday, we got to check out Nell and Idiotape.


Idiotape.  Electronic music with a live drummer.  These guys know how to get a crowd going.  Hope they can break out of Korea and get some international attention.  Also, it was during this show that Clark transformed into...The Midnite Cowboy!
 


Nell.  They put on a tight show, but they only played for 50 minutes.  Would have liked to see more...  By the way, a girl dressed like a reject from the Beastie Boys Sabotage video stumbles by at the end of the video, fake mustache and all!



The Stone Roses.  This all happened on Sunday night.  The Midnite Cowboy was completely riveted by these guys, but I didn't know their music very well.  Should have done my homework.  Great performance from the Monkey Man, who according to the Midnite Cowboy, knows everything there is to know. 

Wish I had taken more video and pics, but you know, it's always better to experience things in the moment.  Also, I wish I hadn't lost my damn cell phone...

Tuesday, July 31, 2012

King Buzzo: Precious Memories

 King Buzzo from the Melvins talks about his first time touring.  Have been listening to these guys since high school: original ideas and an offbeat sense of humour shine through in their music.  Anyway, this video brings back memories of shows I've played in the past (especially the 4 people watching bit at the end).  Good times...

http://www.pitchfork.com/tv/frames/1914-melvins/3117-first-tour/#ooid=E3Nm5mNTocmZ_r3eLDn6TFjHet8t1gWP

Sunday, July 22, 2012

Sensation - Ocean of White

The fabulous Sensation all nite dance extravaganza came to Kintex in Seoul, and we were there with the pictures and the video.  And the hangovers the next morning as I type this.  The line ups were long, the drinks were too expensive, but overall the DJs were tight and the energy was definitely in the building.  I wish I could have gotten some video of some of the more ridiculous dancing (one dude was dressed as a cupid with full bow and arrow).

Mr. White builds it up...





Once in a while random things like this would happen...

Wednesday, July 18, 2012

More KNUE concert videos...

Check it out!  More videos from the KNUE concert 2012 edition.  Most of these clips star various trainee performances, and I'm sure you'll agree that they are 'off the chain'.


The lovely Ukelele Girls part 1


Ukelele Girls part 2


Ukelele Girls part 3


Hanna plays the flute


It's the KNUE guitar band!
These guys started practicing together just 3 months before their performance.  Nice!


Tale and Julia Roberts (ha ha) perform a famous song...


Ssong's big band performing Play that Funky Music (white boy)


Bear witness to the ajoshi dance performed by Michael, Bryan, and myself.
You may never be the same...


Sunday, July 15, 2012

Geddy Lee

Geddy Lee, best bass player ever!  I'm glad Geddy's hair allowed him to take this photo.

Saturday, July 14, 2012

KNUE Concert 2012

At the end of every session, we organize and perform a concert at a local soju bar (Iris) for the trainees.


Eric Cote and myself performing Le Tapis Volant


Eric Cote and myself performing an Anthrax love song


Eric Cote, Elena, Sook Hyeon, Young Ju and myself performing Americano by 10cm


Eric Cote and myself performing Si


Eric Cote, Ssong, and myself performing Sixteen Saltines by Jack White


Michael "package" Paxton and myself performing In My Life by The Beatles


Michael "package" Paxton and myself performing Mamma Mia by ABBA


Hannah and myself performing Valerie by Amy Winehouse

Friday, July 13, 2012

Why make a blog?

Why make a blog?  Is it simply a projection of one's ego?  An exercise in narcissism?  Nothing more?  Perhaps a desire to simply share one's experiences and foster social interactions in order to receive objective feedback?  A desire to be loved, reviled, remembered?  Maybe a time capsule to be looked upon by future generations?    Free online storage space? 
I've decided my blog will be a showcase of disjointed posts, low megapixel pictures of my family, friends, and dog, and random videos.  It will also be used as a conduit for intensive introspection.  Peace out.
9 Frames of Intensity