Rust. as in, an intense grit that shaves off any patina and takes hold of one’s senses. not “tin roof! rusted”, perhaps more along the lines of “rust never sleeps”… for these songs do precisely that, often in conjunction with the album, and other same-era releases from the artists. “You’re Gonna Miss Me” : one…
Tag: The National
IBTABA Nº 5 — The National
this was a special gig, because they had cancelled a gig here due to being recruited by R.E.M. due to the success of the Alligator album. Boxer was just released, and they kept their commitment to this small venue, while the next night they would play The Wiltern in Los Angeles. everything was super casual…
IBTABA Nº 4 — The National
this gig was super-memorable. although they were opening for Clap Your Hands And Say Yeah, they played a full set on this other leg of the Alligator tour. being the nice people they are, and me being a “set list thiever”**, they signed it after the show with the rare attention that is unusually given…
Box of Fallen Leaves 