Tim Stopulos
Red Line Rewritten
Generally, when I blog on this site, it's more stream of consciousness than anything, which I like. I can come on here and say more or less whatever I want. However, that can have an ugly side to it, if a time comes when I don't strongly consider what I say or who it might affect. Those who know me will agree that I am an amiable person and, even if I might not always consider exactly how my words will come off, I would never knowingly try to disrespect anyone. That is true almost to a fault, when I am unable to get my point across for fear that I might hurt someone's feelings. My last blog (which I have erased) caught some people off guard and, after further consideration, was decidedly antagontistic and unfaithful to what truly transpired that night. So allow me to try again.
My band and I played at the Red Line Tap on January 16. Overall, the set we performed had more relaxed feel than our normal shows. That is not a comment on the quality of the show, in fact we felt that in many ways it was superior to other shows we've played. We're still a young band in search of our identity and our sound. Each show we're growing up, learning to listen to each other, and attempting to do whatever is necessary to better serve the music. We're discovering which parts of the songs need to be showcased at what times, and in doing so learning to let the other parts stay out of the way of those more important lines. In this search, our shows will feel different from one to the next. We all agree that we played well that night and took big steps in finding out who we are as a band.
The Red Line Tap is a very strong music venue, and the sound guy was very attentive and did an excellent job. A great mix really energizes us on stage, and we had one that ngiht. We would be pleased to play there again someday. Especially if playing there again means another chance to play with the Josh Hill Band, who closed the show on the 16th.
The Josh Hill Band is a four piece outfit from Lincoln, NE. There made a stop at the Red Line on their cross country tour which took them as far as Atlanta. I generally reserve my praise, especially when talking about bands that are new to me, but I would be doing myself (and them) a disservice to not say just how great these guys were. Earlier I talked about a band finding its identity. Well here's one that has. And seeing it on stage is a special thing. Their live show is cohesive, merging musicianship with entertainment, and it's not lost on the audience. We'd had a blast playing with them. Give them a listen, because you might find them on a bill with the Tim Stop Trio in the near future. (http://www.myspace.com/joshhillorg)
Thank you to all who came out and listened, as well as those who talked to us afterwards. We truly appreciate each and every one of you. We know it's cold, and that makes your presence that much more meaningful to us. Take care and we'll see you soon.
Tim
My band and I played at the Red Line Tap on January 16. Overall, the set we performed had more relaxed feel than our normal shows. That is not a comment on the quality of the show, in fact we felt that in many ways it was superior to other shows we've played. We're still a young band in search of our identity and our sound. Each show we're growing up, learning to listen to each other, and attempting to do whatever is necessary to better serve the music. We're discovering which parts of the songs need to be showcased at what times, and in doing so learning to let the other parts stay out of the way of those more important lines. In this search, our shows will feel different from one to the next. We all agree that we played well that night and took big steps in finding out who we are as a band.
The Red Line Tap is a very strong music venue, and the sound guy was very attentive and did an excellent job. A great mix really energizes us on stage, and we had one that ngiht. We would be pleased to play there again someday. Especially if playing there again means another chance to play with the Josh Hill Band, who closed the show on the 16th.
The Josh Hill Band is a four piece outfit from Lincoln, NE. There made a stop at the Red Line on their cross country tour which took them as far as Atlanta. I generally reserve my praise, especially when talking about bands that are new to me, but I would be doing myself (and them) a disservice to not say just how great these guys were. Earlier I talked about a band finding its identity. Well here's one that has. And seeing it on stage is a special thing. Their live show is cohesive, merging musicianship with entertainment, and it's not lost on the audience. We'd had a blast playing with them. Give them a listen, because you might find them on a bill with the Tim Stop Trio in the near future. (http://www.myspace.com/joshhillorg)
Thank you to all who came out and listened, as well as those who talked to us afterwards. We truly appreciate each and every one of you. We know it's cold, and that makes your presence that much more meaningful to us. Take care and we'll see you soon.
Tim
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