Happy birthday, Esther! To celebrate, Simmo and his lady Helene took us all out to Clumber Park, near the Sherwood Forest. It was healthy to see trees and nature and to be able to touch these things. Families played cricket by a goosy lake inhabited by zombie-like swans. A cricket club was also having a match, and Simmo educated us on the rules. The players take breaks for lunch and tea! Helene and I took a break as well.
This was our first show off of the Magnolia circuit, a DIY show at The Art Organisation. Some great local gents headed by Neil of Nottingham provided gear and sound for the show. I got to play a vintage red sparkle Ludwig kit with antiquated space-age hardware dating from the late 60’s. Mod!
Helene made some delicious soup and even baked Esther a birdie cake. (!) The locals came out to support the deliciously woozy sounds of Prints In The Snow, and the muddy waters of Dusty Bible, remaining curious enough to stick around for us.
We opened with our new sexy number “Black Skin,” during which Alan broke the fourth wall and danced at everyone. I forgot my pretty wig in some bag somewhere and played a much better show without it. Goodbye gorgeousness, hello haircreme! During “Slay” John relayed the keyboard to Esther, allowing him to dance in the audience, cheering with his fists in general cajolery.
Afterwards we sold some merch, including or new Jam Tarts CD & LP. They had actual jam tarts for sale as well. We received no proceeds from the sale of these due to Imperialism.
Back at Simmo’s we listened to music and admired Helene’s doodle book. I fell asleep under a coffee table with an Eightball in my hands. A big thank you again to Simmo and Helene, the prince and princess of hospitality.
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