From the Cradle to the Grave/Winebar

Thanks to everyone who came to the cradle show. I love how these two bands, who seem to play incompatible styles of music (country, and whatever the hell it is we play) fit so well as a bill. I wish more clubs would try that kind of booking, where the common thread is quality songs, not a particular category of music. And I have to give a particular shoutout to Rich, Thad's new guitar/steel player (also of Frank Black & the Catholics), who was one bad mother, especially when he stood up from the pedal steel and played guitar. I couldn't stop grinning the whole time he was playing.

The Old Ceremony is returning this week to our old stomping grounds, the West End Wine Bar, for two Thursday shows. I can't wait, cause it means that we get to play a ton of new stuff and create the kind of 20's Berlin speakeasy atmosphere that we like to create. The usual suspects will be appearing - horns, strings, female vocalist, etc. and we can pretty much assure you a great time. The shows start at 10pm, and if the last three times were any indication, it will get pretty packed. Or at least, let's hope so.