Small's Bar Detroit 8-5

[FartLips]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing was completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

stand in front of buzz's amps and you'll stay cooooooool!!!!!

[Idlehanz]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing were completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

Yea, the heat thing isn't just a minor gripe.  It seriously fucks with me to the point of having to either go outside for some air, or pass out.  I readily admit to being a man of larger carriage, but I think the heat messes with me worse than most people my size.  At the Sunno show last year I had to go outside no less than five times during their set to cool off.  It sucked, but there really wasn't anything I could do about it.  Either miss a few minutes, or miss the rest of the show because I'm in an ambulance and paying $500 for a 2 mile ride to a farkin hospital.

[Jozz]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing were completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

Yea, the heat thing isn't just a minor gripe.  It seriously fucks with me to the point of having to either go outside for some air, or pass out.  I readily admit to being a man of larger carriage, but I think the heat messes with me worse than most people my size.  At the Sunno show last year I had to go outside no less than five times during their set to cool off.  It sucked, but there really wasn't anything I could do about it.  Either miss a few minutes, or miss the rest of the show because I'm in an ambulance and paying $500 for a 2 mile ride to a farkin hospital.

My one buddy, beerdestroyer, that was with me last night weighs about two hundred and hefty and had to leave and sit at the bar for a bit because he is the same way. The thing that is pretty BS about the place is the no re-entry policy. I had to miss the last two songs the last time they were there. I brought one of my ex-girlfriends with me and she thought she was going to pass out as well and had to go outside and this was kinda late in September

[Idlehanz]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing were completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

Yea, the heat thing isn't just a minor gripe.  It seriously fucks with me to the point of having to either go outside for some air, or pass out.  I readily admit to being a man of larger carriage, but I think the heat messes with me worse than most people my size.  At the Sunno show last year I had to go outside no less than five times during their set to cool off.  It sucked, but there really wasn't anything I could do about it.  Either miss a few minutes, or miss the rest of the show because I'm in an ambulance and paying $500 for a 2 mile ride to a farkin hospital.

My one buddy, beerdestroyer, that was with me last night weighs about two hundred and hefty and had to leave and sit at the bar for a bit because he is the same way. The thing that is pretty BS about the place is the no re-entry policy. I had to miss the last two songs the last time they were there. I brought one of my ex-girlfriends with me and she thought she was going to pass out as well and had to go outside and this was kinda late in September

I don't understand the no re-entry policy.  The Hawthorne here in Pdx is the same way.  What is the point of getting a handstamp if you can't go out for some air and come back in?    Regardless, I'll probably go anyway.  Taking in a Melvins show with you, Glen, Ambulance, and Armo sounds like a good time.  Besides, I can't miss an opurtunity to add another 4 people to the list of twenty some people I've already met from this board   Is that a board record?

[Jozz]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing were completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

Yea, the heat thing isn't just a minor gripe.  It seriously fucks with me to the point of having to either go outside for some air, or pass out.  I readily admit to being a man of larger carriage, but I think the heat messes with me worse than most people my size.  At the Sunno show last year I had to go outside no less than five times during their set to cool off.  It sucked, but there really wasn't anything I could do about it.  Either miss a few minutes, or miss the rest of the show because I'm in an ambulance and paying $500 for a 2 mile ride to a farkin hospital.

My one buddy, beerdestroyer, that was with me last night weighs about two hundred and hefty and had to leave and sit at the bar for a bit because he is the same way. The thing that is pretty BS about the place is the no re-entry policy. I had to miss the last two songs the last time they were there. I brought one of my ex-girlfriends with me and she thought she was going to pass out as well and had to go outside and this was kinda late in September

I don't understand the no re-entry policy.  The Hawthorne here in Pdx is the same way.  What is the point of getting a handstamp if you can't go out for some air and come back in?    Regardless, I'll probably go anyway.  Taking in a Melvins show with you, Glen, Ambulance, and Armo sounds like a good time.  Besides, I can't miss an opurtunity to add another 4 people to the list of twenty some people I've already met from this board   Is that a board record?

Yeah, that would definitely be cool if you came out.. Hopefully they'll do like they've done before and play Grand Rapids also. I love it when they play two nights in Michigan.. And you are more than welcome to crash at at my house if you happen to make it out to MI.

[glen]

watching buzz do his thing up there gave me reassurance of my addiction.  about 1/3 way through the set I thought to myself  "this is why these guys are the greatest."

a peaceful feeling, as strange as it sounds when ALL HELL is in your eardrums.

[FartLips]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing were completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

Yea, the heat thing isn't just a minor gripe.  It seriously fucks with me to the point of having to either go outside for some air, or pass out.  I readily admit to being a man of larger carriage, but I think the heat messes with me worse than most people my size.  At the Sunno show last year I had to go outside no less than five times during their set to cool off.  It sucked, but there really wasn't anything I could do about it.  Either miss a few minutes, or miss the rest of the show because I'm in an ambulance and paying $500 for a 2 mile ride to a farkin hospital.

My one buddy, beerdestroyer, that was with me last night weighs about two hundred and hefty and had to leave and sit at the bar for a bit because he is the same way. The thing that is pretty BS about the place is the no re-entry policy. I had to miss the last two songs the last time they were there. I brought one of my ex-girlfriends with me and she thought she was going to pass out as well and had to go outside and this was kinda late in September

I don't understand the no re-entry policy.  The Hawthorne here in Pdx is the same way.  What is the point of getting a handstamp if you can't go out for some air and come back in?    Regardless, I'll probably go anyway.  Taking in a Melvins show with you, Glen, Ambulance, and Armo sounds like a good time.  Besides, I can't miss an opurtunity to add another 4 people to the list of twenty some people I've already met from this board   Is that a board record?

thread idea for ya there, hanzy.  we don't have that problem here. the clubs do a great job of keeping it somewhat comfortable.

[Idlehanz]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing was completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

stand in front of buzz's amps and you'll stay cooooooool!!!!!

Cool, and bruised.  I have to wonder if the massive amount of thumping coming from amps can actually mess with your heartbeat?  Seriously.  You all know the feeling of a massive sound pummeling your chest.

[Idlehanz]

I was really hoping to see a Melvins show at Smalls next year, but I cannot handle place without ventilation, and that much heat.  I may have to reconsider.

It was pretty brutal.  I had to take a shower immediately after getting home because the clothes I was wearing were completely drenched and nasty. Overall, it's a great venue to see them in but they really have to do something about the airflow.

Yea, the heat thing isn't just a minor gripe.  It seriously fucks with me to the point of having to either go outside for some air, or pass out.  I readily admit to being a man of larger carriage, but I think the heat messes with me worse than most people my size.  At the Sunno show last year I had to go outside no less than five times during their set to cool off.  It sucked, but there really wasn't anything I could do about it.  Either miss a few minutes, or miss the rest of the show because I'm in an ambulance and paying $500 for a 2 mile ride to a farkin hospital.

My one buddy, beerdestroyer, that was with me last night weighs about two hundred and hefty and had to leave and sit at the bar for a bit because he is the same way. The thing that is pretty BS about the place is the no re-entry policy. I had to miss the last two songs the last time they were there. I brought one of my ex-girlfriends with me and she thought she was going to pass out as well and had to go outside and this was kinda late in September

I don't understand the no re-entry policy.  The Hawthorne here in Pdx is the same way.  What is the point of getting a handstamp if you can't go out for some air and come back in?    Regardless, I'll probably go anyway.  Taking in a Melvins show with you, Glen, Ambulance, and Armo sounds like a good time.  Besides, I can't miss an opurtunity to add another 4 people to the list of twenty some people I've already met from this board   Is that a board record?

thread idea for ya there, hanzy.  we don't have that problem here. the clubs do a great job of keeping it somewhat comfortable.

Just now, right before I read this, I started one   And the Exit/In is one of em.  Also Smalls, 40 Watt, and the Ottobar.

[Buick GN]

Thanks for sharing the reviews peeps.

I enjoyed the LA and Detroit conversation between you and Dale..Glenster.

I take it armof didn't share any of his rock. 

[glen]

so much more to say about this show.   I had to rattle off that review at high speed since my day off after the show consisted of a brutal "honey do" list.   every time I'd sneak off to the computer I'd hear "glen!  where are you?  can you.... ??"

now I can get a little more off my chest.

I completely screwed armof up with my crazy viet nam weed.   last I saw him he was in the back of the place facing the wrong way.   
the dale chat was really cool because I've spoke to dale once or twice in the past and it was the usual nervous "umm,  I'm a big fan....  and stuff".   this time when I actually had something interesting to talk about he cracked a huge smile.  it was like at first when I said "hey dale" he stopped and looked at me like "oh shit, here we go again.  what? what the fuck do you want?" with his body half turned to walk away.  then I said "man ram" and his body language totally changed.  like he actually wanted to talk then.   very cool moment for a fanboy obsessive loser of my degree.   

as far as MELVINS set.   I'm still digesting it.  like I said earlier....  and alot of my fellow overbearing MELVINS freeks can appreciate this thought.  when you are there and seeing them live onstage you say to yourself "holy shit, that is dale crover.  playing drums. right in front of me.  and buzz osborne, going through his signature motions.  and there is buzz osborne's hair. in all its glory.  dripping sweat right in my face."   completely gay, I know.  but hey... its one of my pleasures in life.  give me a break.   
when MELVINS first took the stage buzz walked up to the mic and gave everyone a big smile like as if to say he was happy to be there and appreciative of the full house.   another good feeling.    and he did ask everyone about 3/4 through the set (I think) "so,  what have you all been doing since the last time I was here?"     everyone started yelling "drugs!"  "drinking!" etc.    and buzz kept saying over and over again "what?"  "what?"  "one at a time or I can't hear you."   

can't wait till the next tour and album, which a little bird told me is loosely slated for spring 09.    and THIS TIME its 3 shows for then stable 2 time daddy glen.  and so it shall be.

PS: like I said, after that show the hook has been reset.  and deep.  MELVINS forever and ever.

more thoughts on my experience standing in line to get in soon.  you'll like it. its funny shit.

[black stallion]

can't wait till the next tour and album, which a little bird told me is loosely slated for spring 09.   

i bet new songs are ready yet

[norecess]

   On a side note ... thats' a great Dale & Baseball story Glen ... I'm sure they dig a little conversation from fans that doesn't revole round the band ... and the typical "man your so great" or what not ... They already know their great ... just ask Buzz! And I'm sure from the fan perspective its more engaging to actually talk than just gush an' get a well meaning but fully practiced "thanks' we do it for the fans" response ...

I agree. The only problem with me is that I never really know what to say other than things like "...nice to meet ya... it's an honor... blah blah", I guess I wouldn't be able to talk about random stuff. My brain is kinda weird, it doesn't work properly in situations like that. So I reckon sometimes it's better if I don't say anything at all.

Yeah, when I met Buzz and this board was brought up, I told him that it's just really great to have a tiny place in this universe with people who share their favorite band... that was the only thing I actually said to him about the Melvins and it felt a bit awkward.

The 'trick' (if you need one) is just to be normal, be ordinary, be yourself, as them how the tour is going. They'll notice soon enough if you're a freak fan boy or a cool guy.

[norecess]

Oh, and many thanks for all the awesome reviews of course!

[bathroom creep]

   On a side note ... thats' a great Dale & Baseball story Glen ... I'm sure they dig a little conversation from fans that doesn't revole round the band ... and the typical "man your so great" or what not ... They already know their great ... just ask Buzz! And I'm sure from the fan perspective its more engaging to actually talk than just gush an' get a well meaning but fully practiced "thanks' we do it for the fans" response ...

I agree. The only problem with me is that I never really know what to say other than things like "...nice to meet ya... it's an honor... blah blah", I guess I wouldn't be able to talk about random stuff. My brain is kinda weird, it doesn't work properly in situations like that. So I reckon sometimes it's better if I don't say anything at all.

Yeah, when I met Buzz and this board was brought up, I told him that it's just really great to have a tiny place in this universe with people who share their favorite band... that was the only thing I actually said to him about the Melvins and it felt a bit awkward.

The 'trick' (if you need one) is just to be normal, be ordinary, be yourself, as them how the tour is going. They'll notice soon enough if you're a freak fan boy or a cool guy.

Yeah, I see what you mean. It's not that hard really but I guess I'm just more of a reserved person, that's why I don't walk up to them and start talking about stuff. And besides I tend to be a freak fan boy when the Melvins come to my town.