Category Archives: First Impressions

Either my first time at a venue or my first time seeing a show. First impressions can be important.

Dodo Bird ~ Yojimbo

2014 World Cup, Blue Canoe (Tupelo), First Impressions, Future Plans, Quick Thoughts, Reasons for Things, The Brass Door

I have discovered that video editing is a time consuming process.  Especially without software.  Fortunately, my Sisyphean relationship with technology yields a little more progress every round.  So I just need to keep learning.

Tupeloyojimbo2014I went to The Blue Canoe in Tupelo last night to catch Yojimbo a second time.  (Note: Word’p’ress spell check does not recognize Tupelo as a proper noun and yet, corrects WordPress automatically.)  Driving an hour and a half to see a show is fairly uncommon for me personally.  I’m not really the “We’re drivin’ to Florida!” guy in the group.  This time the stars aligned perfectly.  Continue reading Dodo Bird ~ Yojimbo →

Climb Out of the Darkness 2014: Team Memphis

First Impressions, Overton Park

Yesterday, around 8:30AM, Memphis participated in Climb Out of the Darkness for the first time.  This non-profit event, started by Postpartum Progress in 2013, is the largest effort to raise awareness of perinatal mood disorders.  In only one year, the event has grown from 177 participants to well over 1,000 climbers.  In addition to that, the amount of money raised this year more than tripled the amount from 2013.  Continue reading Climb Out of the Darkness 2014: Team Memphis →

Spillit: Identity Crisis 6/20/2014

Amurica, Crosstown, First Impressions

Last night, I had an experience with five strangers that profoundly changed my self-perspective.  While that may sound hyperbolic (and perhaps a little dirty) to most people, anyone that has experienced the Spillit project live knows what I’m talking about.  This unique production group, inspired by a podcast called The Moth, provides individuals the chance to open up in a safe space and tell personal stories.

The eclectic mix of props in the front window are only a slice of what awaits inside the Amurica studio.
The eclectic mix of props in the front window are only a slice of what awaits inside the Amurica studio.

Sometimes people spill their wisdom in a humorous way and sometimes they share a secret life experience.  Universally, they all reveal a raw part of themselves that the average world never sees.  It’s a captivating experience for the listeners and (probably) a cathartic release for the storytellers.  Altogether, it comes out to the best $10 I’ve spent in a very long time.

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Musical Chairs

Black Lodge, First Impressions, Murphy's, P & H Cafe, The Lamplighter

I set out early last night with a plan.  The gods chortled as I was  derailed by caffeine (or lack thereof), low funds, and excessive anticipation.  Fun was had, but I had a slow start finding it.

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Crosstown Marketplace

First Impressions

As promised, I went on a scouting trip to the Cleveland Street Flea Market. I have seen the sign for this dozens of times and it just never occurred to me to go take a look. The only association I have with flea markets is being dragged around as a child at “The Big One” in Memphis summer heat. I guess in the back of my mind I associate flea markets with sweat, sunburns, and hagglers.

Well, not only is THIS flea market indoor, but I also found countless treasures just ripe for the picking. It’s amazing what 20 years does to your perspective. I know taste can vary from person to person, so rest assured – I also saw lots of stuff that didn’t appeal to me. So there’s something for everyone! Continue reading Crosstown Marketplace →

Feels like 76 degrees.

First Impressions

And that’s because it IS 76° in Midtown Memphis. In JUNE!

I, for one, am going to enjoy this fabulously dreary weather until the bottom drops out. I just learned that the Cleveland Street Flea Market is open until 5PM on Sundays. Continue reading Feels like 76 degrees. →