TW's medicinal brew and compound

2004-03-25T23:45:00.000-06:00

Picked up the Weezer DVD, and the Blue album re-issue. Its quite a treat. Totally brought me back 10 years. (Recording Mumbo Jumbo) Vocal correction is really intense, kind of nerdy, and can be both fun and confusing. Yea, CK and I had a long 15 hour session last night. Doing just that. Good times. I've been watching lots of "Strangers with Candy." The entire cast is great.

Listening to:
WEEZER - Blue album
The Elected - Me First

2004-02-26T23:08:00.000-06:00

I just tried to garbage pick a player piano.........Result. The piano wasn't in the best shape, so Brian and I didn't try and move it. (Random thoughts) That new Strokes single Reptilia is great. Best song on the album. I read on pitchfork.com that The Beach Boys album "Smile" is finally going to be released in the fall. Everyone's been waiting 40 years for the follow-up album to Pet Sounds. Well its on the horizon.

Listening to:
Elliott Smith - Roman Candle
Jeff Buckley - Grace

2004-02-15T01:02:00.000-06:00

hi, remember me.
no..........well thats fine i wouldn't remember me either. I just bought Paul McCartney's Ram album. It's great.
It's giving me all these ideas for writing and recording. Also I just got the paper chace album. It's so intense, the recording is really good also. We got back The Academy master.....it sounds great. Right now we are past the half way point recording The Audition, so far it sound good. Other than that......i need to work on getting updates for the Roygbiv website. Soon soon enough, im sure there are lots of people who want to know what kind of pretty words i put up on the page infront of you.

Listening to:
The Paper Chase - Hide The Kitchen Knives
Pedro The Lion - It's Hard To Find A Friend
Paul McCartney - Ram

2004-01-09T01:01:00.000-06:00

For new year's eve went and saw a band called "The Paper Chase" at the Fireside. They blew me away. When I got back home at 1:30 I decided to go to the party that The Academy boys were throwing. Got there at 2 am, drank the rest of their beer, and fell asleep at 6:00 am. It turned out to be a good night but it could have been perfect. I feel a creative burst is going to happen in the next few days, can't wait for that. Been working lots, and lots. I can't wait for the Academy EP to be done and out. Then everyone will see what Brian and I have been doing the last 4 - 5 months. I think the EP is going to change the lives of everyone involved, for the better. You'll see. "Sorry for the miscommunication. These are to replace an unhappy memory in 2004. These are for the future" Roses apparently cost a shit load of money. I know tell me about it. But it's always worth the price, if you mean it.

Love TW

Listening to:
The Beatles - Let It Be....Naked
Pink Floyd - Dark Side Of The Moon
The Cure - Galore
Coldplay - A Rush Of Blood To The Head
Watching - Bjork videos

2003-12-21T01:21:00.000-06:00

HI..........Well I've got most of my X-mas shopping done early. That's a first. Now all I have to do is wrap it. I'm working on new tunes. Spanning from really slow sad ones, to weird "eastern" sounding ones, to poppy-dance tunes, to stripped down rhythmic rants. And knowing me, none of them are finished. Don't worry its all part of the master plan. A friend of mine told me I should start reading more, so I've started "Everything is Illuminated" by Jonathan Safran Foer. It's pretty good. Many people have told me that "The Da Vinci Code" by Dan Brown is ace, so I'll dive into that one next. I saw the 3rd "Lord of the Rings"......Good stuff. Saw "The Last Samurai" also a plus. Thats all for now.

The Thirsty Kids got me these:
CK - Pedro The Lion The Only Reason I Feel Secure
CB - Leo Kottke My Feet Are Smiling
Just an I - Jethro Tull Aqualung
Thank You all and stay safe.

2003-11-25T00:34:00.000-06:00

I found myself on a road trip this weekend with Lee, Jammie and Halei. Our destination fun land.....um Detroit. All in all it was a peaceful, unforgettable experience. The GOC boys got the Envisions of Red master back from John Golden. Sounds great!!! The Academy recording pace is picking up as we near the end of tracking. Busy days coming up, oh and I hear Thanksgiving is coming soon. I always forget, too busy. I'm not big on turkey, makes me sleepy. Until, we meet again baby.... remember my tidiness, and that shirt which is much too short but I still prance around in.

listening to
Elliott Smith - all albums
Carol King - Tapestry
The Doobie Bros. - Greatest Hits
Good - It's such a Good idea
Good - Tell me how Good it is
Good - The Best of Good

2003-11-16T23:19:00.000-06:00

Thanks to all that came to the show on Saturday. It was such a big deal for us to be playing with Tim Kinsella, and Ted Leo. Best of all we rocked hard and good. We also had a crazy party afterward at Lee's. Now its bed time.

2003-11-03T00:45:00.000-06:00

ROYGBIV had a great practice on Friday, also I've been doing "vocal practices" everyday so I will hopefully be in tip top vocal shape by the time November 15 hits. Recording at the GOC is going well, The Academy project is moving swiftly, we're finishing up guitar (hopefully) this week, with vocals to come ( and other crazy stuff - to taste). We tracked drums for the band "The Local Scene" today, went alright. Lets see......as for bad news, I had to get "brake repairs" done on my car. That set me back a little, just a scratch though.....A SCRATCH!!!!

listening to
Elliott Smith Figure 8
Belle and Sebastian Tigermilk
Blur Blur

2003-10-24T01:56:00.000-05:00

Elliott Smith 1969 - 2003
I've been listening to his music since his album Figure 8 came out. Since then I've been listening to his music almost everyday. This past year I've been intensely studying his guitar playing, song structures, and chord progressions. Totally obsessed. When I found out that his life ended on Tuesday I just couldn't believe it, and I've been a wreck ever since. Elliott continues to be a hero for me, its just a little frustrating I never got to meet him. Hopefully his new album comes out soon. I've read he recorded a whole album and then threw it away and started over. He then recorded
another double albums worth of material, and that is what's potentially going to be released (the double album).

I Didn't Understand - by E Smith

thought you'd be looking for the next in line to love then ignore
put out and put away
and so you'd soon be leaving me alone like I'm supposed to be tonight, tomorrow and everyday
there's nothing here that you'll miss
I can guarantee you this is a cloud of smoke
trying to occupy space
what a fucking joke
what a fucking joke
I waited for a bus to separate the both of us and take me off far away from you
'cus my feelings never change a bit I always feel like shit I don't know why I guess I "just do"
you once talked to me about love and you painted pictures of a never never land
and I could've gone to that place
but I didn't understand
I didn't understand
I didn't understand

listening to
Elliott Smith Roman Candle
Elliott Smith Elliott Smith
Elliott Smith either/or
Elliott Smith XO

2003-10-20T01:41:00.000-05:00

Thanks all that came to our rockn' house party show. The show was our first full band performance in a while. Detroit Halei came out to the show (rawk)....that's dedication. Been busy recording the Academy, so far drums and bass done. Also, clean guitar for song #1. Sounds great so, far. I'm going to see Q and not U tonight (excited). If all works out, I will be ordering a Vox AC30/6TBX tomorrow. In other words, its the Beatles amp, reissued to great detail.

listening to
Death Cab for Cutie Transatlanticism
Hey Mercedes Loses Control
The Beach Boys Today! / Summer Days (And Summer Nights!!)
Supergrass Life On Other Planets
Ryan Adams Heartbreaker
Belle and Sebastian Dear Catastrophe Waitress

2003-09-28T22:38:00.000-05:00

This weekend was crazy busy for yours truly. Mixing all day Friday. Friday night recorded guitar for "Wednesday" a 4th phase song. (Again sounds amazing!) Saturday all day Pre production for the Academy EP. Then from 4 - 8 I attended my cousin Beth's wedding. Popping back in to the studio after the wedding (before the reception) and back to the studio after dinner. Gotta love the free drinks (open bar!) The wedding was fun, saw some friends and family I had not seen in a while. (and Lee's sister Katie) Saturday night at Brian's. (Pool, music, and more loud mouth soup) Sunday, showed Brandon from Envisions of Red the final mixes, he dug. Hung out with Mike from the Academy for a few. Then went to my dad's for a birthday dinner. Which was a surprise.........A limo ride to Navy Pier, and dinner at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. The food was great, my sister had her first legal drink, and I had my fill of shrimp.

CUBS, CUBS, CUBS!!!!!!!

listening to:
Elliott Smith XO
Mates of State Team Boo

2003-09-24T00:20:00.000-05:00

I STILL BUY ALBUMS!!! and love every experience. Don't get me wrong, I'm down with sampling songs on the internet, but if I like it I buy it. Most times I won't listen to mp3's of material not released yet, it spoils the real experience which will be in my hands in a few weeks anyway. Enough of that, it just crossed my mind after my shoping spree. Quick...change the subject.

CUBS IN FIRST PLACE!!! IN SEPTEMBER!!! Could it be? It is.

just bought and listening to:

Mates of State Team Boo
Thursday War All The Time
Thick Records Oil Compilation
Drive Like Jehu Drive Like Jehu

2003-09-23T23:41:00.000-05:00

This sounds about right.

Where is my Mind?

You're smart, shy, and often nonsensical. You have dreams of being famous, and you're quirky enough that you just might pull them off. Some would call you a genius, others would call you insane, but in reality you're pretty well-adjusted. Take a vacation once in a while- it'll help take your mind off of your troubles.

Which Pixies song are you?

2003-09-22T01:14:00.000-05:00

Last Wednesday Papa Eli, Bro Mike, and I went to the Cubs game vs. the Mets. Great game, perfect weather, ballpark hotdogs, Cubs win! Doesn't get better than that. Finished tracking Envisions of Red, and half-way done mixing. Sounds evil, probably because I play Rhodes on two tracks. Kidding.... they rock like the devil. This weekend...tracked drums for 4 (4th Phase) songs on Saturday. Sunday tracked guitar. Sounds like 4th Phase is in it's Abbey Road studio period. (Beatles, Pink Floyd) With Geoff Emerick and Alan Parsons as engineers. Which means it sounds beautiful, airy, and coloured. We've seen it. We've seen it. Trust me we've seen it

listening to
George Harrison All Things Must Pass
Beck Mutations
Billy Joel Greatest Hits
Q and not U Different Damage
Jimmy Eat World Clarity

2003-09-12T01:36:00.000-05:00

Hung out w/ the Academy boys last night. Everyone is wetting their pants about recording...well just Brian and I...no everyone is. Had a nice conversation with a good old friend Josh from ISU. Catching up and stuff. Played E.Piano and guitar for a while tonight...and laundry.

listening to
Q and not U "X-POLYNATION"/"BOOK OF FLAGS" single (new)
Quasi Hot Shit

2003-09-05T23:07:00.000-05:00

Wise man says, " A Clean studio is a happy studio." - CK This week we waxed the wood and cleaned the carpet. Wow, that sounded really sexual. Busy weekend ahead. Recording all day Saturday and Sunday, and 4th Phase show Saturday night. I haven't followed sports closely for a while.... but how bout them Cubbies and Sox. I saw the movie American Splendor twice in theaters. Thats how good it is. Check it out, or don't. Just don't give me an excuse like " I axcidently saw American Wedding." Yes like an axe. (Inside joke)

Just bought and listening to:

George Harrison All Things Must Pass
Tears for Fears Best of
System of a Down Toxicity

I must say a broad mix of tunes, but then who would want to eat PB&J every day, oh wait I do.

2003-08-21T22:30:00.000-05:00

The Biv got in 2 more good, nay, great practices before The Fritz left for U of I. We might practice again early next week. Yes, today I hit the luck bug and came across a 1975 Stage I Rhodes Electric Piano w/ 73 keys. It's in great condition but I'm still going to get it tuned up for tip top performance. Had a "new songs" practice with the 4th Phase, we'll make em rock when we get drums in the mix. Recording at the Gallery of Carpet is steady, we've got some big/important projects coming up, I'm really excited. Oooo, we had a great jam yesterday, and we got it recorded so as to not forget it. Sounds like a cross between The New Year + Radiohead + Jeff Buckley + Mathew.

listening to
The Beatles Rubber Soul till my batteries died just now

2003-08-16T22:08:00.000-05:00

Hey, what's this I hear about a RoyG.Biv practice you say? Yes it's true, after about a 4 month break, we got together and dusted off the o'll "P in P" songs. It was Jeremy's first full band practice, he had some crazy new fuzz pedal that made some noises we all enjoyed. The practice ended with good results, with a probable 2 more practices before Lee goes back to U of I. Our goal for this upcoming school year is "a show a month" so look forward to that. Went to the Academy show at the Metro on Thurs. They rocked hard. Oh, also had some great Mid East food before practice, called Kabob Kafe.

listening to
Jeff Buckley Grace

2003-08-10T23:17:00.000-05:00

The 4th Phase - aka "The 4th Place" aka "The 4th Fase" played a hot set at the elbo room. More shows to come in the near future. Played some mean pool with CK and Justin I last night, no reign of terror though. Before that hung out at Colby's house, but sadly could not see his movie ( which I still want to see ). Recently picked up The Association Greatest Hits! just for the 4 songs I know. The other songs smell. If you ever want to hear some warm Fender tone on some warm analog tape pick up The New Year Newness Ends. Viewed S.W.A.T aka Special Weapons And Tactics on Sat. somewhat predictable, but none the less a "Bad Ass" movie.

Been listening to vinyl for a change:
Wings Wings Greatest
The Cure Kiss Me Kiss Me, Kiss Me
The Velvet Underground White Light/White Heat
The Smiths Strangeways, Here We Come
Elvis Costello This Years Model

2003-07-25T01:23:00.000-05:00

Wowzers.... August is stacking up to be a busy month for TW. "It sure is Scooby!!" Lots bands are lined up to record in the GOC. Went to Sam Ash today and I bought a drum tuner. It's mostly for the studio, part of my job is to tweek all the shimmeys out of the tom, snare, and kick. Well, the tuner works great! No drummer should be with out one. (Typical "music store" employees) The guy who sold it to me didn't know what it was or how to work it. So I showed him..... this is because I checked it out using "the internet" pryor to going to Sam Ash. Take that!!! I also checked out the acousitc guitars, and I like the Gibson J45. The J45 is the guitar that Elliott Smith uses, also Billie of Green Day plays one in the "Good Riddance" video. "Well good night, most likely kill you in the morning." - Wesley from the film "Princess Bride"
listening to:
Pavement Wowee Zowee

2003-07-23T01:26:00.000-05:00

Saw the fantastical Rilo Kiley Monday night. Viewed "Minority Report" a few days before that (finally). Both were wonderful experiences. I'm seriously thinking of buying a nice acoustic guitar, I'm checking out websites and stores to see what people are playing, and what sounds good. Just a matter of time before I get that nice piece of musical wood. Also thinking of getting a Fender Rhodes Electric Piano. I think that after both of those buys would officially make me the next Thom Yorke. (Just Kidding) .....No changed my mind, I've got the beard and everything. Oh, hung out with the good old John Erler yesterday, haven't seen him since forever, he says hi ( or does he ). Classic Mr. Erler.
Been doing: Recording Recording Recording
listening to:
The Flaming Lips The Soft Bulletin

2003-07-18T01:09:00.000-05:00

My Brother wanted me to mention "Alex Chilton" a song writer from the 60's I guess he's famous for that song "Ticket for an airplane," I think thats what it's called. Also The Replacements wrote a song called "Alex Chilton." Yea everyone should listen and love The Replacements. I revisited the movie "Good Will Hunting" tonight, its better than I thought way back when I saw it the first time. I'm still not a big fan of Matt Damon or Ben Affleck. I rocked with the 4th Phase also this evening, it went a little like this: (me on lead guitar) "meeee meem meme met met met met" way up high on the strings for the song "Cold Bones" and Laura on the bass going, "boop bab beep boo baaaa be bo", and Ben on the Drums going "do dodododo dododo doo" and Cold Bones on the vocals "GET ME OUT OF THESE KEEEOLD BEEEEONES!!!"

listening to
Elliott Smith Figure 8 over and over and over (can't get enough)

2003-07-14T00:16:00.000-05:00

ok got some new CD's
Q and not U Different Damage
Q and not U On Play Patterns
Dismemberment Plan !
Death Cab for Cutie The Photo Album
All good stuff abound.
Last night Brian, Cold Bones, Justin I, and myself listened to The Flaming Lips Zaireeka
This album is spread across 4 CD's, to be played at the same time, on 4 different CD players.
The sound was incredible!!!

2003-07-09T21:45:00.000-05:00

Woah, Blogger updated...I gotta get used to this new format.
What have I been up to:
Working lots to working nots
Playing drums to playing guitar
Laying down wood floor for studio live room
puting up track lighting in studio
not been on the comp or watching TV (yes)
Recording, mixing, recording, mixing.

I viewed Terminator 3....just ok....My bro says The Hulk was worse
watching:
Blur videos

2003-06-20T23:28:00.000-05:00

Oh, (sigh) The Dismemberment Plan how I love thee, and how I will miss thee. Our one night stand will go down as the best musical sex I've ever had, well... I guess I'll just never tell you about Q and not U which was just lust at first sight. The Plan played for 2 hours last night and I got home at 2am and had to work at 9. They took requests for most of the show, and it turned out well. Travis (the singer) had some funny conversations with the crowd, and reminisced about the early days. They played "Ice of Boston" toward the end, and the crowd filled the stage (there were no bouncers in front) and they all started to dance with the crowd. As they closed the night Travis gave out a whimpered thanks to the crowd, you could tell he was holding back tears, and so was I.
Sorry for all the mushyness, I think I'm having my "man-period."
Today during my lunch break at work, I encountered the best hour of "Modern Rock" radio in my life time. The program was "90's at noon" on Q101, I was so shocked and excited I wrote down the set list they played: Pavement "Cut Your Hair", Blur "Beetlebum", Smashing Pumpkins "33", The Cure "Friday I'm In Love", Radiohead "Just", Superdrag "Sucked Out", Weezer "Buddy Holly", with some Local H and Hole which I'm indifferent. Each song brought a new memory, and caught me inbetween a smile and a tear. Sorry that was just another part of the "masculine crimson wave." The good part of it is I write my best work when I'm under this state.
Pray to Thom Yorke that Brian and I get tickets tomorrow morning at 10.
listening to
The Gloria Record Start Here
Elliott Smith Figure 8

2003-06-16T23:59:00.000-05:00

Shows, Shows, Shows, gotta get tickets for Dismemberment Plan on Thurs, Blur on July 14, and Radiohead on August 23. Interesting story: At work last Wednesday, I put in money for a Twizzler and the machine didn't drop the candy. I just let the situation go in frustration. 2 days later I'm talking to someone from work and she hands me a Twizzler saying, "Here you can have this, two came out when I bought one." Right on, needless to say I enjoyed my Twizzlers. Right now I'm watching the Wilco documentary, that band smokes so much.... I think I need some fresh air.
Listening to
Q and not U No Kill No Beep Beep
Elvis Costello Spike

2003-06-12T22:17:00.000-05:00

I bought the new Radiohead album on Tuesday, and felt I needed to listen to it a few times before commenting. As a whole it's a pretty good album, I like the second half better than the first. Nothing really blew me away, but there's some nice parts scattered throughout. Other than that just recording bands and other goodens. later yall

2003-06-08T23:58:00.000-05:00

To: CK and Steph,
"Keep away from people who try to belittle your ambitions. Small people always do that, but the really great make you feel that you too, can become great." --Mark Twain
Yea, I found that little quote at work, and felt it spoke for the cause.
Well, I'm still gaga about the Q and not U show on Thursday. It was one of the best performances I've ever seen. Check that band out if you haven't already. I also saw The Flaming Lips and The Violent Fems on Friday. FOR FREE!! Thanks to Laura and Cold Bones for the tickets and the means. Brian and I recorded The Acadamy on Saturday. Tracked Drums for 2 songs and guitars for 1 song. Sounds good. Also partied with Cold Bones, CK, K-man and WIU friend Jess, last but not least B. Damitz. My bro just graduated High School today, congrats. Worst speeches ever. Had a nice meal in celebration.
Listening to
The Beatles With the Beatles
The Smiths Louder than Bombs
Carole King Tapestry
Simon and Garfunkel The Best of

2003-06-03T10:49:00.000-05:00

shhh...get down... (you have to read this in a whisper, cuz Im at work)
(looking around as to not get caught) I'm really filled with energy, for some reason.
It must have been the BK breakfast.
I listened to Owen on the way to work, strangely put me in an uplifting mood.
My job has me working at other people's desks when they are not present. Everyday someone walks by and jokes, "Hey, your not (the person who's desk I'm at)". I always try and reply with something dry, like "I just got a haircut" or something over the top like "I am God." No, I never reply, just give off a muffled laugh, and think about how I really wish they'd stop with that same joke.
I'll keep you posted

2003-06-01T19:08:00.000-05:00

Subliminal, Sublime, Sublime-inal. What more can you say about the goings on in "The Carpet."
Brian and I recorded America's #1 Sweethearts on Saturday. (Most of one song done) We'll hopefully finish (vocals) during the coming week. Sounds good so far. We also played some pool, and had some frosty suds w/ MD sniper timeouts.
Sat. night listenings
Supergrass Supergrass
Jets to Brazil Four Cornered Night
Led Zeppelin IV
Beach Boys Pets Sounds

2003-05-27T00:20:00.000-05:00

Saturday was one of those great party nights, to balance
it was one of those, "she looked so much hotter last night, than this morning."
which means we got crazy and started jumping into bushes in my back yard and
got in trouble, with my folks. Well enough, still a great night.
Best part...stands out, Cold Bones and K man having a contest to see who could chug a beer faster on the trampoline, in my back yard. K-man won.

I been busy working, writing and recording demos, and getting the studio ready for clients.

listening to
Beck Mutations a lot lately
Pulp This is Hardcore just got it today

2003-05-14T22:39:00.000-05:00

Last episode of Dawson's Creek, what a tear jerker.
I didn't watch too much "Creek" over the years, but I gave in and watched the last.
I remember watching the show in high school with a group friends.
I always poked fun, and it always made the girls mad ( who I guess liked the show).
Another day at work.... my car died at work. It's still there. Gotta get it towed.
Need some fresh air. Fmmmmmmmmmmmmm.
Good news is that I've been coming up with song ideas at work.
I've trained myself to space out, while still getting work done.
Total Bliss

2003-05-08T19:02:00.000-05:00

Thanks to everyone that came to the show yesterday.
Good performance despite the indoor humidity and the lack of monitors.
Currently tired, worked all day in a dusty warehouse, and my allergies are kicking in.
listening to
The Smiths Louder than Bombs
The Beatles Abbey Road

2003-05-03T02:33:00.000-05:00

"Don't worry baby, everything will turn out alright"-Brian Wilson
Only Brian Wilson can calm my nerves better than booze on a day like today.
Listening to
Beach Boys Pet Sounds
Beach Boys Endless Summer
Beach Boys Endless Harmony Soundtrack
"Nothing this good lasts forever, so I know the irony of the word "ENDLESS" in the titles" -TW

2003-05-01T00:06:00.000-05:00

Brian and I had a gig tonight.
No we didn't sing a word, but what's depressing is it pays better than an average RoyG.Biv show.
We ran sound for the Jackson Jr. High show choir.
Please don't look at me, turn your head please, please, now, try not to laugh.
ok, I'm over it.
listening to
B&S Lasy Line Painter Jane EP's
REM Automatic For The People
The Gloria Record Start Here

2003-04-27T21:45:00.000-05:00

This weekend contained a successful recording session by RGB.
This weekend also contained lots of drunk talk and walk.
Also viewed two hilarious films Best In Showand A Mighty Wind.
"Talk about bum cakes my girl's got em" -Spinal Tap
listening to
Eliott Smith - either/or
"Do What You Will" Cold Bones, keep the thirst up

2003-04-25T01:31:00.000-05:00

Have you been catching The White Stripes on Conan this week?
NO!!! You fool, take that. That's right its a karate chop.
Anyways, they have delivered 3 great performances.
I went to see the Cubs play, they lost, or did they?
Had guitar practice with CB, goodens.
listening to
SM and Jicks Pig Lib
Led Zeppelin III
The Beatles Past Masters Vol. 2
"Good Shit huh, It's a fucking cigarette" Donnie Darko

2003-04-21T23:35:00.000-05:00

today consisted of washing laundry and dishes.
bought some music as a reward (all at 30% discount)
The Sundays Blind
Juno & The Dismemberment Plan Split CD
The Flaming Lips Hit to Death in the Future Head
Braid Franke Welfare Boy Age Five
The Strokes The Modern Age single
The Strokes Hard to Explain 7 inch
Can I have a kiss goodnight? NO!!! ok.....

2003-04-20T23:00:00.000-05:00

Long busy weekend.
Recording went well on Sat. Fun and painless.
Today, family get together to celebrate the Easter bunny.
listening to
Pixes Trompe le Monde
and random other songs

2003-04-15T00:18:00.000-05:00

Hope everyone enjoys the new MP3...
Had a good guitar practice today w/ CB.
Brian added a new tube microphone to his studio collection today...
Can anyone say "warmth," I didn't think so.
Yesterday I rented "Fast Times at Ridgemount High" which Cameron Crowe wrote the screenplay.
Long story short, nothing really happened, none of the characters were developed.
The cool kids weren't cool, the nerds weren't....well fuck.
Cameron Crowe Sucks
"Jerry Maguire" was ok because, Tom Cruise was good.
"Almost Famous" was soft core Rock and Roll, and Kate Hudson is just acting the same parts her mom played in the well.... Goldie Hawn is still making those movies. More garbage to go around I guess.
"Vanilla Sky" was a shot for shot redue of the spanish film "Open Your Eyes" made only a few years ago (1997).
Well... Serenity now
Listening to
E. Costello and B. Bacharach Painted From Memory
The Sundays Reading, Writing and Arithmetic

2003-04-12T17:46:00.000-05:00

Partay-ed with Cold Bones last night.
Also, we recorded a cover version of.... I'll keep it a surprise.
We will hopefully have it on the website soon. Which means for free.
Other news...
Probably... we will be on two comps.... still in the works.
(use your secret decoder ring to understand the message)
ejndsoal ziwlpasldk qlofrmjisopd soqpurdkxb afe
listening to
Blur, Blur and more Blur
watching
Amelie (while drinking French wine)

2003-04-07T23:34:00.000-05:00

Ok, bargain shoppers I am, just bought
Pedro the Lion Control
Friend/Enemy 10 Songs
Blur The Best of DVD with all their videos at 30% off.
The "Coffee and TV" video is great.
Guitar practice today w/ Cold Bones, sounding goodness.
Working on tunes of the newer sort and stuff.
Oh, big day tomorrow calling venues for tour, wish me/and the band luck.

2003-04-04T13:26:00.000-06:00

Brian and I recorded Penny Domestic all day yesterday.
Sounds good.
Everybody's working for the weekend, except me. Party!!!
Listening to
Bjork Post
The Ocean Blue Cerulean
The Walkmen Everyone Who Pretended To Like Me Is Gone

2003-03-31T01:04:00.000-06:00

Went to see Aluminum Group, Joan of Arc, and The Sea and Cake Saturday night.
All three groups played entertaining sets, and I encourage you to catch them live or on an album.
Currently sick with a head cold. (just what I need)
It's bed time. Good night honey.

2003-03-26T23:18:00.000-06:00

"T" is for tightness. "T" is how we played at the Fireside Bowl.
"200" is for the amount of people that were packed into the Fireside. (maybe not)
"J" is for John Erler. This was his last Biv show. Thanks for all your help, and musical knowledge.
later all the hot momma RoyG.Biv fans
(THIS MEANS YOU!!!!!!)

2003-03-24T23:04:00.000-06:00

We worked on "I'll Never Care" a great deal this afternoon in practice.
It should be ready, for the show on Wed, so come to hear a new RGB tune.
Great weather today in VP, to bad I was inside for most of it.
Chow

2003-03-23T23:14:00.000-06:00

We had practice yesterday, worked on new stuff. Played some covers. Partied with Cold Bones.
I was 10-6 in the 2nd round of the b-ball tournament pool.
Hurray to Michael Moore, Chris Cooper, and Adrien Brody who won Oscars.

2003-03-21T15:50:00.000-06:00

Ok, after 1st round of the NCAA tournament I'm 23-9 in the pool.
not to shabby.

2003-03-17T16:51:00.000-06:00

It took me all day today to realize how great the weekend really was.
Two great performances, crazy party at Uof I. Beer chugging with "the Viking."
The band did a fun interview on Saturday, for an up and coming webzine.
Times they were good.
I mailed out some promo packs today for our summer tour. Also went job hunting.
Finished my term paper, last night, yea 10 pages of TW gold.
enough talk, listen with your ears

2003-03-12T23:50:00.000-06:00

Just saw one of my heros hosting Letterman.
Thats right, Elvis Costello.
who was just inducted in to the rock and roll hall of fame.
He did pretty well for his first time hosting a show.
He added some strong political undertones, just sending a message of peace.
He also played "(what's so funny 'bout) peace, love, and understanding"
good times

2003-03-10T14:00:00.000-06:00

Show at Nevins was good, crazy stage antics.
My voice was ok. Needs more rest.
I saw "Adaptation" on Saturday which is an unbelieveable film.
That means see it, if you haven't already.
Went to see the New Classic Singers w/ a string orchestra last night.
They played Adagio for Strings, Op 11 by Samuel Barber
Made famous in the movie Platoon.
They also played Seven Last Words From the Cross by James MacMillan
Which was very strange and modern, I dug it.
I gots a few more weeks of school, then spending all my time on booking a tour, writing new songs, and working.

2003-03-04T16:12:00.000-06:00

Doc says I'll be good as new in 2 - 4 weeks.
He gave me some meds to keep it real.
So I just have to stay hydrated, and I'll be dandy.
Can't stop me rockin baby!

2003-03-03T15:53:00.000-06:00

Going to a throat specialist tomorrow.
I'll post the results.
Been busy drinking water, tea, popping cough drops.
Staying warm, oh wait, not on Sat. I was in Chicago, putting up posters for our 3/26 Fireside show.
I gave up coffee and other nasties.
listening to
The Braves That's The Hot Part
The Braves Letters of London 7 inch
Written in the Sand 47 Ursae Majoris

2003-02-27T15:18:00.000-06:00

Just found out that Mr. Rogers died today at the age of 74.
I've watched his show my whole life.
He always had a great message, and great lounge jazz for background music.
Thanks for everything Fred.

2003-02-26T23:06:00.000-06:00

I bought two CD's recently.
The Sea and Cake One Bedroom
Norah Jones Come Away With Me
My brother introduced me to The Sea and Cake.
They have some great grooves, and the singer has a cool airy voice.
Makes me want to dance the stupid little dances I do.
Um...Norah Jones, I had to hear what all the talk was about.
Nice recording... album seems to drag a little, she wrote about 2 and 1/2 of the songs
(not the single)
On the positive side, she has a great blues/soul voice, and piano skill.
Overall, a mellow album to be played in the evening over some drinks. I would give it 3 out of 5 stars.
Grammys won.... was it 5 or 8?
See you at the show on Friday.

2003-02-23T12:36:00.000-06:00

well last nights show did not go as planned.
Lee's car would not start, so to make a long story short
we did not play. Can't wait for next weeks show.
Lee and I will be playing 2 sets, one with the 4th Phase and of course the Biv.
Should be a rocking time.

What we listened to on our trip to and from ISU
Beach Boys Pet Sounds
The 4th Phase
Blur Modern Life is Rubbish
Cake Fashion Nugget
Beck

2003-02-16T15:57:00.000-06:00

Another show in the bank. Nice, 10 song, quick and to the point.
They know how to run sound at "The Globe"
Thanks to everyone that came.
We'll get some pictures of this show on the website. Thanks Laura and Jeremy.
back to homework

2003-02-11T15:01:00.000-06:00

Well, my voice survived last night. I don't think its 100% yet.
Overall we played great, and I had Dashboard Confessional stickers all over my crotch.
Hopefully the pictures will be on the website soon.
The stickers were a hit with the ladies.........um not really.
listening to
Driving mix tape by Jammmmmmmmie

2003-02-04T22:10:00.000-06:00

The Problem is you can't understand what the problem is
And it'll kill you to love like you will never die
And everything you think makes you cool makes you even more of a loser
The Infinite Blessed Yes

Well, I've listened to the new Joan of Arc album about 3 times.
I dig.
The Sound is more organic than past albums, Tim's lyrics are more narrative
all good things
tight instruments, lots of rhythmic suprises
oh yea, dry 70's sounding drums, but not to dry.
I bet they had fun making this record.

Brian and I are going to the Rainer Maria, Mates of State, Owen show on Friday
check you later

2003-01-30T12:24:00.000-06:00

Wow, what an interesting night.
First, The Industry played and rocked the house.
We played, ok performance, my voice freakishly went out at the end.
Racecar Melody finished, they rocked hard.
They had a friend fill in on bass. He was going nuts on stage.
Half way through their set, a fight broke out, between two drunken patrons.
John got sprayed with beer. (Ha Ha)
Special thanks to Jamie and Haliey. Coming out from Detroit.

2003-01-28T22:53:00.000-06:00

See you at the show tomorrow.
Yes, another bar in Chicago.
Don't worry kids we have an all ages Fireside date,
and we will promote it like hell.
can't wait for:
Wilco documentary "I'm trying to break your heart" April 1st
Joan of Arc "So much staying alive and Lovelessness" February 4th

2003-01-24T13:23:00.000-06:00

Some random things I keep meaning to put up:
Visited a Mosque and a Hindu Temple for Humanities class
Both beautiful structures, interesting trip.
I rented Donnie Darko, very synical, scary, funny.
Good soundtrack: Morrissey, Joy Division, Durran Durran, Echo and the Bunnymen

2003-01-19T16:23:00.000-06:00

So I'm not unsympathetic I see why you left
there's no one to know there's nothing to do
the city's been dead since you've been gone
The City

Today and yesterday we recorded some new
4th Phase and some new Biv.
Good times in the Gallery of Carpet.
Just found out today: (from friends and from the band's website)
The Dismemberment Plan broke up.
It's hard to see a great band stop,
and to know that no new material will be made.
We here at the Biv headquarters hope this split spawns some new groups
listening to
The D Plan

2003-01-12T17:54:00.000-06:00

Madison Wisconsin sure knows how to party!
thanks to DPC for letting us play.
Everyone have a solid next semester.
listening to
Replacements Tim

2003-01-04T17:08:00.000-06:00

I saw "Gangs of New York" yesterday,
it was just ok, had some weak performances
from over paid actors (and actresses)
Daniel Day Lewis stole the show.
Went to Rockhouse USA for the
Scissors and Epsin 12 (both great performances)
there was some confusion with the bill
TO MAKE A LONG STORY SHORT
Rockhouse is not a great place to play,
horribly organized, and I wish them the worst
See you at the show tomorrow

2002-12-24T14:48:00.000-06:00

"so bona to vada, OH YOU your lovely eek and your lovely riah"
We plied an ancient trade where we threw life's instructions away

We have a new song in the works
and its shaping up well.
working title of "I'll never care"
listening to
Morrissey "Bona Drag"

2002-12-19T18:02:00.000-06:00

The solo gig went great.
I don't usually toot my own horn, but yea
good job, (pat on the back)
thanks to Mylhouse and Racecar Melody for the show.
later

2002-12-14T16:56:00.000-06:00

wow, what a entertaining show.
thanks to IMC for hosting the show,
and all the other bands for playing, and letting us play as well
we listened to
all the bands albums on the way back home
Radiohead Airbag EP

2002-12-09T21:30:00.000-06:00

sup,
I rented the film "Pumpkin", very ineresting, strangely funny,
great soundtrack, Mercury Rev, B&S, The Gentle Waves
listening to
random E.Costello songs
The Sundays

2002-12-04T22:57:00.000-06:00

boo-ya,
another semester almost done, good luck to everyone taking finals.
I'm listening to:
French Kicks
Owen

2002-12-02T18:47:00.000-06:00

hi yall,
yall, I am country now.
We are in the process of writing new songs, and learning cover songs.
E-mail us and request a cover for us to play
yack with you later,
theodore