Here in Seattle, we're dreaming of a wet Christmas, as usual. There are plenty of interesting shows scheduled this week -- even a few on Christmas Eve -- so if, unlike me, you are not responsible for Christmas preparations, get out there and make some band's holiday brighter. I'm bestowing my blog gift on these five:
Atomic Ballroom
I like how the first four syllables make you think it's headed one apocalyptic way, and then it makes a sharp turn into something completely different and joyous. And can't you just see the Jetsonsesque neon sign for this joint?
pigWar
A favorite incident of local history in one word. The non-standard capitalization makes it a treat for the eye as well as the ear.
Puddle of Mudd
I've always liked how mud and puddle not only go together but sound alike. That double-d completes the affinity.
Spirit Award
It sounds good, but everyone knows it's code for the Talentless Try-hard Trophy. But in this land of loser pride, that's a badge of honor.
Worm Ourobouros
The joke with worms is that you can't tell the front from the back. If it's swallowing itself, presumably the worm can tell.
UPCOMING: Your Mother Should Know album release show, with Tom Price Desert Classic, Can You Imagine?, and Dead Bars Friday, January 23 at the Highline Bar. I'd want to go to this show even if I wasn't playing! https://www.facebook.com/events/374070109426331/
Naming a band is an act of concentrated creative expression. Square Pig in a Round Hole exists to reward five favorite band names each week. Winners are listed alphabetically. Selection is wholly unscientific and subject to whim, with a bias toward wordplay, humor, and local flavor. In most cases, I won't know anything about the bands at the time of selection. Thanks to the Seattle Times club listings for abundant source material!
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