I know, it's only rock 'n roll...
Eric McFadden anyone? He's one of those musicians who draws an eclectic, music-loving crowd. Which helps me blend in better. I sometimes think I look too much like a rock-daddy at the uber-current indie-darling shows. I shouldn't care, I know. But when all those suicidegirls and emo boys are in attendance, the audience is part of the passion play. I don't fit the part, much.
On the other hand, concerts where aging rockers play the hits usually only satisfy the nostalgia bone. Not much going on for the music gland.
The thing about Eric is he's of the scene, but kind of not. The guy just knows how to play. Check out his website to get a feeling for all the session and touring work he does. From P-funk to Rev Horton Heat, it's mostly about energy and voodoo rock licks. I guess what happens is, he fills up the room with his talent and the audience is irrelevant. That sounds like it's a 'homage' gig, but that's definitely not the case either. He's just...real good.
And if you're a gamer, check out Tamale Loco. It has music written by him and voices by Eric and Storm, another room domanitrix. Her cover of "Rape Me" off last year's 'Nearvana - San Francisco' tribute release is awesome.
Eric's playing a St. Paddy's weekend show at Connecticut Yankee, with the Ron Jeremey Explosion. Sticky fun.
Eric McFadden anyone? He's one of those musicians who draws an eclectic, music-loving crowd. Which helps me blend in better. I sometimes think I look too much like a rock-daddy at the uber-current indie-darling shows. I shouldn't care, I know. But when all those suicidegirls and emo boys are in attendance, the audience is part of the passion play. I don't fit the part, much.
On the other hand, concerts where aging rockers play the hits usually only satisfy the nostalgia bone. Not much going on for the music gland.
The thing about Eric is he's of the scene, but kind of not. The guy just knows how to play. Check out his website to get a feeling for all the session and touring work he does. From P-funk to Rev Horton Heat, it's mostly about energy and voodoo rock licks. I guess what happens is, he fills up the room with his talent and the audience is irrelevant. That sounds like it's a 'homage' gig, but that's definitely not the case either. He's just...real good.
And if you're a gamer, check out Tamale Loco. It has music written by him and voices by Eric and Storm, another room domanitrix. Her cover of "Rape Me" off last year's 'Nearvana - San Francisco' tribute release is awesome.
Eric's playing a St. Paddy's weekend show at Connecticut Yankee, with the Ron Jeremey Explosion. Sticky fun.
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