1. Because they sound good. And listening to good music on a Saturday night is a lovely thing to do. (Have a listen and see for yourself).
2. To get in on the Olympic vibe. 100 Mile House is booked to play the Olympics (a fact - ok not the opening ceremonies, but at the olympics nonetheless). So for those of you who won't be able to make it to Vancouver in February, just come see this show instead. It's pretty much like going to the Olympics.
3. This band used to live in London - as in London England. They left London last year and decided to move to Edmonton - as in Edmonton, Alberta. Don't make them regret this decision. Yeah Edmonton!
4. So that next time you hear them played on CBC or CKUA you can say "oh I know them" and maybe even sing along. It makes listening to the radio just that much more fun.
5. So I don't have to sit by myself. It just looks bad when you're married to a band member and don't have anyone to come along to the show. Help me out people. I know - with a little time they will soon have some fans who are not related to them, but until then, please come and sit with me.
6. There is a little something for everyone. As promised on their myspace page, "some songs will have you up and dancing after a few chords, others will leave you wanting to hug the stranger next to you." Aww.
7. Though Scott is a man of many talents (eco home renovating, fixing cars on ridiculously cold days - such as today when my car overheated!?, silk screening, playing badminton in mandarin, roasting his own coffee, talking tech), he just really loves playing music. And when friends and family come to show their support for what you really love to do - it's a nice feeling. I know it would be much appreciated.
8. To play a little game called "What Did He Just Say?" Being from London, Pete has a bit of an accent. Not a problem once you are used to it, but initially it can be a little confusing. That said, it makes for a great game during the in-between song banter. I once heard a woman loudly proclaim (during the last 5 min of the show) "Oh I get it! He has an accent! I haven't understood a word he said all night!" Hee hee. For those who do understand Pete, it is great fun to just watch the rest of the audience lean forward, and look puzzled. For a preview of the accent have a listen to the edpod challenge on CBC.
9. To create a little buzz. Ever walked past a line-up and stopped to figure out why people were lining up? We need you to be the line-up.
10. It's cold - and what better way to warm yourself and your spirits than to leave your house and venture out to a cozy little venue with drinks, lots of wonderful people, and beautiful music.
We'll see you there!
Havilah.
2 comments:
Oh - I want to come, I want to come! You had me at reason 1 - and by reason 10 I was beginning to consider moving back to Edmonton. :) When are they touring in Europe? I'll host their Brussels house concert. My balcony would make a fantastic stage with a view....
Ah my dear - it's nice to know you still read our blog. As unofficial manager I'll see what I can do about booking a tour in Europe. Will keep you posted. xx
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