"The first time, I meet Matt Lutz, he's in a Mission district bar reading a torn copy of an Anthony Burgess book. This is a pretty good first impression, and a somewhat intimidating one. However, Lutz's confidence is no where near bordering on arrogance, and you begin to get the sense that he just really likes playing music. It just so happens that he is also really good. I first came in contact with his music earlier this year, when his band the Herms was generating buzz around the city with their debut, Record Machine. The fresh take on indie garage rock earned them a slot Live 105's BFD, alongside Echo and the Bunnymen, the Strokes, Franz Ferdinand and several others.
While Lutz was waiting on Record Machine's release, he hooked with producer Scott Tuza to work on a solo record. The resulting record - Seesaw allowed him to indulge in pretty melodies, acoustic guitar and bossa nova. Boasting one of the quintessential rock voices, which has drawn comparisons to Lou Reed and David Bowie, Lutz manages the unique ability to take on new styles with having it sound forced. Far from a series of experiments, Seesaw a compelling record that at points rivals many of Record Machine's best songs. "
-William Benham, New and Used Records
Tom Ammaniano (state assemblyman from San Francisco) just introduced a
bill into the state assembly to tax and regulate marijuana as we do
alcohol -- i.e., it would be legalized, taxed, and regulated. Like
alcohol, sales would be limited to folks over 21, penalties would be in
place for dui, sale to minors, etc. in other words, it sounds like the
right approach. The bill's official number is AB390, and more info will probably be available soon at www. norml. org and www. mpp. org.
If you have a minute, call and/or email your state assembly person and
Senator to encourage them to support the bill. You can look up their
contact info online based on your zip code:
http://www. legislature. ca. gov/port-zipsearch. html.
Feel free to pass this along. The bill is fighting an uphill battle
against a vast legacy of misguided and uninformed policy, and it will
only have a chance of passing if people speak up in favor.
This bill will provide California with one billion dollars of revenue each year (each ounce is taxed $50)
So once upon a time, about three years ago there was a day that everybody loved called Get A Comment From Tatyahna Day, it was originally done in October. But I am reinstating it out of attention hunger and boredom.
So pretty much I heart you for being my friend. You are by no means obligated to comment back., because that would be unfair. But I'd love it if you did!
WE HAVE PICKED OUR 5 FINALISTS!!!
Who: Felonious, Sambada, Rosin Coven, Forrest Day, and The Same Shape.
What: Coast Recorders' Battle of the Bands. Watch these 5 outstanding bands battle it out for the grand prize valued at over $15,000.00
When: Tuesday April 24th, 2007
Where: The Independent, 628 Divisadero st., San Francisco, CA
Doors: 7:30 pm. Show: 8:00 pm
Tickets: $10 (advance), $12 (door)
Visit www.independentsf.com for tickets or call 415.863.6803
Over a dozen organizations will be present, providing tools and resources intended to hep Bay Area artists promote themselves. Please join us for this great event and get to know more about the Bay Area Music Community.
