Cures for the Second Season Blues
Fall is vastly approaching our fair Queen City. All the signs are there, the Reds are out of any sort of playoff contention, the Bengal's defense has already given you a coronary, and Billy Cunningham is still an ass. With what feels like all the weight in the world hanging on your shoulders, what can you do to beat the blues? I'm glad you asked. Here are a few things to get you over the bastard stepchild of seasons. Join a cult…wait, wrong article. Go see a concert! There are lots of good options coming to Cincinnati this fall. You can thank the good students at our fine local universities for that. Here are a few that I am anticipating. The Polyphonic Spree: Do you have any siblings? Probably anywhere from one to three I am guessing (twelve to fifteen if you are from Florence KY). Have you ever gone on a long road trip with said siblings? Imagine all that annoyance and shear hatred for each other. Now envision that with a mere 24-27 other people. I would rather watch a marathon of "Little House on the Prarie" with my great aunt than endure that. The Polyphonic Spree is quite the show indeed. With all 24-27 members wearing multi-colored robes and dancing in unison, you may forget that they play great music. Plus with their uplifting music, it's a great way to forget about the stresses of a normal day. Regina Spektor: Guys, are you looking to show your lady friend that you are sensitive and all that other BS? Sick and tired of having to endure Grey's Anatomy to prove it? I have the perfect solution. On October 3 rd Regina Spektor will be in town. The Russian songstress has really become a household name of late, but still knows how to put on an intimate performance without boring you to tears. On a side note her song "On the Radio" was played during an episode of Grey's Anatomy, yes I have succumbed to the pressure as well. WARNING: DO NOT GO SEE THE FOLLOWING CONCERTS!! Sammy Hagar and the Wabos: This may possibly be the last symptom before you realize that you are in a mid-life crisis.: Elliot Yamin: I do not care how many teenage kids or minivans you have, nor do I care how many soccer practices you tend to, there is no excuse for this. Gwen Stefani or Toby Keith: I don't even know if they are coming here, but just for good measure. Peter Bjorn & John: This is the one I cannot wait for. If you are asking "Who the f $%* are these guys?" you first of all need to take some Prozac and chill out. Second, you may have already heard these guys. Their first single "Young Folks" has gotten a lot of airplay (it's that whistling song). Also they are featured in a recent Levis commercial. Regardless of commercial success these guys are an amazing band that is sure to keep you engaged throughout their lively show. Plus they don't believe in using commas in their name, I guess that's kid of cool. Now that you have all these options, there is no excuse to stay in an bottle up all that hatred towards the Bengal's D. So stop waiting in the parking lot to tailgate for those Elder High football games….that was years ago dude.
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