You drive me ape (you big gorilla)

I'm in a Seattle hotel waiting for the band to check out. Last night's show was pretty rocking. Fueled by sushi, Atsu stage-dived. Takeshi made up Damon & Naomi's set (which was riveting). Wata held her baby's ears during sound check. As always Kurihara did double duty at the show and sound check. This whole tour is really a showcase for him.

Last night I spent the night at Nick's place. It was the first time to be there, but I felt at home. Familar stuff: Eishi Takaoka heads, Japanese die-cast toys, Guns 'n' Roses pinball machine... A GR brother from another mother, for sure. He showed me a link to the best candy bar ad ever, too...