Foundation

Years ago, I used to go out a few times a week to see bands play. True, there were tons of great shows going on back then (mostly at Jabberjaw) but it was also cool just to see friends. It was like going the Cheers bar, but with indie and punk bands instead of beer. Staying out late on a work/school night was not an issue.


On Saturday, Wendy and I went to Spaceland to see Lassie Foundation, which features our friend Happy on bass and keyboards. (She also plays vibes for Ray Barbee!) Pretty much right after the opening band played, we saw Happy's husband, GR outfielder, and friend Bret. Then Angelyn and Carlos showed up! What, no Doug? Standing around in a lousy bar is fun--much different than sitting in a big arena show next to strangers.


It doesn't hurt that the shoegaze-turned-new-wave band was super fun and pretty tight--amazing since they haven't played since April! David Newton from the Mighty Lemon Drops made a guest apparance for the cover of "Inside Out." I totally remembered their own hits like "Face Your Fun" and "Money Money" (not the ABBA song). It was rad, and Happy rocked out with the bass pedals.


The other bands were probably good, too, but it was almost midnight so we split. I guess some things do change.

Whoa, blogger's still acting crazy. Maybe I'll try reloading pics later. I kind of like the pixels, though.