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..(announced at the Bowl gig) at the Hi Fi Bar.I was lucky enough to be able to go to both. WOW MAN........what a BAND.....just BRILLIANT live. On the Sunday at the Bowl, Melbourne turned on a gorgeous day and it was one of my life's pleasures (so far) to sit on the grass with the sun setting and listen to the delicious sounds and moods of Calexico with my darling fiance Lisa and our lovely friend Tracey.
On the Monday night I invited my good friend Broc to meet me at the Hi Fi Bar for a very special night. This was his introduction to Calexico, what a way to start. Before I go on I must tell you how I was introduced to them. It was thanks to Mike who gave me The Black Light album for Xmas 2000. I played it for the first time during my recovery time after my hernia operation. Two nurses had just given me a shot of pethadeine, I asked one of them to pass me the portable CD player and my new CD. Well from the opening note I was taken on an extrodinary journey/trip, so many wonderful textures, moods and feels.....I WAS HOOKED (on Calexico, not pethadeine).I continued to play the CD 'til I passed out (at least 2 1/2 times through). Now whenever I play that album I get a flashback to that time....MARVELLOUS ...apart from the twitch in the hernia region! So back to the Hi FI Bar, another memorable gig. A great turn out by Melbourne and Calexico were fabulous, being able to play longer they we're able to perform much more of their repertoire including some of the slower darker tunes...YUM. This Band just grabs me and takes me away....TRULY INSPIRING! After the gig I met and had a chat to drummer John Convertino and singer/guitarist Joey Burns whom were both genuinely blown away by the reception they received in Melbourne. They come across as very warm and passionate guys........I miss them already. On a final Calexico note I would like to thank our friend Alan Howe, for it was he who gave Mike his first Calexico CD.....THANKS AL!
Once again ENJOY the festive season and we'll see you at a Spectrum gig soon.
Cheers,
Robbo.