Well the TV spot was fun - to say the least. As I stood around the green room awaiting my time slot with the other musicians/people of interest, I couldn't help but notice that not only was I the only one wearing black, but as well the only one who'd bothered to wear a tie.
Eventually after listening to all the stories about which college-rock venues pay the best in Houston, I could stomache no more, and retired to the outdoor patio to enjoy some silence and Marlboro cigarettes right up until 2 minutes prior to my slot.
As I took my seat and the show began, I felt a sudden urge to laugh. (They say the fool always laughs as the doors of Chapel Perilous close behind him). Soon a flood of calls where pouring in. I was accused first of communism for the type of vehicles I drive, then of facism for types of languages I occasionally work in. To top it all off I was accused of being that nut who tried to climb some skyscraper in Houston a while back.
They played the video for M.u.Z., which was as excellent as I recalled. Thomas Kirzy is one of the most talented independent video artists emerging from Houston as far as I can see - keep an eye out for him.
Finally, there was a caller who had some interesting speculations on the artistic motives behind our covering of the Partridge Family's "Point me in the Direction of Albuquerque". Caller, if your out there, thanks for the support and keep on searching - Abuquerque is just around the corner.
And thanks again to the producers of TV Party Tonight for helping make Monday night television in Houston just a little more exciting. The inform me that over the next few months they will likely air the show again from time to time as filler, so keep an eye out on Warner Cable channel 17 in Houston.
Chuss!
PF