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Showing posts with label Tim Easton. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Tim Easton. Show all posts
Tim Easton @ SXSW
If you are going to SXSW, you should see Tim Easton/Freeland Barons.
Here's their schedule:
Thursday 3.18 12noon Jovita's
Thursday 3.18 6pm St. Vincent Thrift Store
Thursday 3.18 10pm St. Davids Bethell Hall (solo acoustic)
Friday 3.19 5pm Hole In The Wall
Saturday 3.20 1:30 Yard Dog Gallery Saturday 3:20 6pm Hole In The Wall
If Zeno's heading to Austin, I expect a multitude of texts, followed by random band posters arriving in the mail.
Tim Easton's "Porcupine" Limited Edition
Now this is how it should be done. Actually, this is going leaps and bounds ahead of how it should be done. I'd been eying Tim Easton's Porcupine vinyl special-edition for months now. It's priced at $40 plus $5 in shipping so I'd hesitated for months. After growing to really like the record, I finally made the plunge. I've been a fan of Easton's dating back to the Haynes Boys and all of his records, most notably, the classic Special 20, get regular spins, and likely will for years to come.
Yesterday, while continuing to battle some sort of flu, I left the apartment for a bit to take some photos. As luck would have it, I stopped into a bakery for a muffin, and not one hour later seemed to have been hit by a major case of food poisoning. Perhaps that sounds hard to believe, but yep, that's what happened. When I finally made it home, feeling as though I could barely stand (literally), there sat the package from Easton. Although I was in too much of a fog to really absorb the beauty of it all, I did muster up an ounce of energy to open the package.
After almost 24 straight hours in bed, I finally gave a good look this morning. In addition to a hand-painted cover/back, Easton even adds a simple touch by drawing a guitar in marker on the package. I wish I could say that this a great lesson for the major labels, but well, that ship has sailed. Perhaps this a great lesson for artists and independent labels. This direct-to-fan touch, though time consuming, is unbelievably rewarding for the listener. Fantastic work, Tim.
Yesterday, while continuing to battle some sort of flu, I left the apartment for a bit to take some photos. As luck would have it, I stopped into a bakery for a muffin, and not one hour later seemed to have been hit by a major case of food poisoning. Perhaps that sounds hard to believe, but yep, that's what happened. When I finally made it home, feeling as though I could barely stand (literally), there sat the package from Easton. Although I was in too much of a fog to really absorb the beauty of it all, I did muster up an ounce of energy to open the package.
After almost 24 straight hours in bed, I finally gave a good look this morning. In addition to a hand-painted cover/back, Easton even adds a simple touch by drawing a guitar in marker on the package. I wish I could say that this a great lesson for the major labels, but well, that ship has sailed. Perhaps this a great lesson for artists and independent labels. This direct-to-fan touch, though time consuming, is unbelievably rewarding for the listener. Fantastic work, Tim.
Songs of the Decade : Tim Easton "Dear Old Song & Dance" (2006)
"The same old thing over and over again is kinda self-defeating," howls Dave Bielanko on the opening track to Marah's phenomenal 1998 release Let's Cut the Crap and Hook Up Later on Tonight. Yes, different decade and different artist, but the message rings the same. Over ten years ago, as I fell madly in love with Marah, that line had little impact on me, but I did remember it. With age and a bit of wisdom, that line, and perhaps to a greater degree, the Tim Easton song I mention here, offer messages that even the deepest introspection may fail to locate. Easton's clearly talking about alcohol and drug abuse, but this could really apply to anything. Perhaps it's a destructive relationship or friendship, maybe it is booze, or maybe it's something else that's gripped you and just won't let go. There's a time when you have to let go, even with the knowledge that the immediate and near pain could be nearly impossible to bear. But somewhere in the depths you know it's time to bid farewell. And when you find your way out, you hope that the wounds that remain remind you of the courage of the fight.
Tim Easton and Rembrandt
One of my favorite musicians, Tim Easton, lives in Joshua Tree, California. About a year ago, N and I took a trip to Joshua Tree and one plan (well, my plan) was to see Tim play with the All-Stars. As we sat at the bar talking to the bartender, we noticed that Tim was absent. Turns out, the bartender was Tim's wife. She told us that he was home sick and couldn't make it that night. A few days later, I blogged about my trip to Joshua Tree and Tim commented apologizing for missing us. I'd never met him before, but this suggested he's probably a good fella.
A few days ago, Tim and his wife saved the above adorable pup from what appeared to be a living hell. Instead of trying to take pieces and make a story, I'll just share Tim's words.
From Tim Easton:
The story of this dog's former owner is too harsh to tell. He lives with us now. Surgery for his broken leg and subsequent neutering will cost over $1000. Any assistance is appreciated...send it to KATIE SHAW P.O. Box 1976 Joshua Tree, CA 92252 Thanks.
As he said in another note, even $5 - $10 will be a huge help.
Sunday in Joshua Tree
Oh screw it, I'm going to see Easton and the Thrift Store All-Stars.
Dear Thrift Store All-Stars: Please all show up. If Mark Olson and Easton play, I will love you and maybe buy a t-shirt or hacky sack.
Dear Thrift Store All-Stars: Please all show up. If Mark Olson and Easton play, I will love you and maybe buy a t-shirt or hacky sack.
Tim Easton "Broke My Heart" (Video)
The full-band album version of this tune may be the best song of 09 so far. The record's out 4.28 on New West. Buy it.
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