Dec
11
2009

The Only Band That Matters

Dead Hot Workshop @ Teakwoods

PhotosFriday, December 11, 2009 - 11:59:59 pm
(Posted Under: Tempe Music Scene Tempe Music Scene, Music Music, Live Shows)
You know that old expression about 'the only band that matters?' Well, around here, it's them.
That quote is from the New Times article "From Mullets To Mohawks" written so many years ago, referencing Dead Hot Workshop. That quote pretty much summed things up for me tonight. There may not have ever been a more encompassing statement about Dead Hot Workshop ever made.

There are literally countless things that I have missed when it comes to local music, not living in Arizona. Both in the 16 years I've been following the scene from afar, and things that happened way before I knew about the scene. And while that is true, and trust me, it really is, going to a Dead Hot Workshop show (particularly at Teakwoods I'm starting to feel), it's just ain't that bad. It is, but it's not lost on me how fortunate I am to have finally made it here, even 16 years after the fact and witness a Dead Hot Workshop gig.

Photobox ImageA totally awesome set list once again - which I jokingly guessed they were generating on the spot with an iPod, which actually appeared to be the case. It was a treat when Brent pulled out Round Record, and for reasons only known inside his head (it rocked) will probably not reoccur any time soon. Brent's between song banter was, well, as you would expect, in fine form. At times completely un PC, but always whole heartedly reverent. It's funny the way there are certain things that just can't be said except by a single individual.

It sounded like there would be a guest performance by James Gerard, but that didn't happen. It was a good opportunity to finally introduce myself though. There was however one by Scott Hessel. An attempt to right the wrongs that were the rendition of Choad on thanksgiving eve. And how righted it was. Certainly Curtis cheering through the window added something hilariously awesome to the extravaganza that was occurring on the stage.

If I had of had the guts, I would have told Sara that she needs to book this lineup (Jason + Dead Hot Workshop). Alas, I did not have the guts. But I tell you, this is definitely the way I want to spend all my Friday nights! And if they could open a Teakwoods in T-Town (to quote Jason), that'd be pretty cool too! [wink]

Long Live Dead Hot Workshop.

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