Jesus Not Too Keen on Tangy Bee Either

I'm not a good blogger yet -- don't know how to do the cool indented quotes from other sites or add links. I'll learn all that. But right now there is news that is too important to format properly. Processing it properly is going to be the tough part.

Sleater-Kinney is disbanding.

After eleven years as a band, Sleater-Kinney have decided to go on indefinite hiatus. The upcoming summer shows will be our last. As of now, there are no plans for future tours or recordings.

We feel lucky to have had the support of many wonderful people over the years. We want to thank everyone who has worked with us, written kind words about us, performed with us, and inspired us. But mostly we want to extend our gratitude to our amazing fans. You have been a part of our story from the beginning. We could not have made our music without your enthusiasm, passion, and loyalty. It is you who have made the entire journey worthwhile.

With love and thanks, Sleater-Kinney http://www.sleater-kinney.com

My rock 'n roll ladies. A great, raw punk band that grew into a great, important rock band. Thank goodness there's a catalog that is extensive and we can listen to forever. Though there's nothing like seeing this band play. [Okay, that one show they opened for Belle & Sebastian was not fabulous, but who the hell put that bill together? A seated venue full of B&S fans?? Not a good fit....]

My first concert with the Toomster. Who knew it would be the first of about 100. So far.

Five shows left -- god bless that DC is one of them.

Jul 29 Mellwood Arts Center, Louisville,KY
Jul 31 Starlight Ballroom, Philadelphia,PA
Aug 01 930 Club, Washington,DC
Aug 02 Webster Hall, New York City,NY
Aug 04 Lollapalooza (Grant Park), Chicago,IL