I went to see Neko Case last night at Mcarren Pool (the cement hole in which I've been seeing fun shows all summer). Joanna Newsom (who I like to think lives up in a tree somewhere with that giant harp of hers) opened, and the whole shebang was just amazing. Ms. Case was hilarious on stage, and kept referring to a deck of "Unicorn Oracle" cards that she was using to make all of her decisions. And she opened "Maybe Sparrow" (a good but tragic song) with "This is ye olde sadde one", which cracked me up. I've been in love with Neko Case for a good little while now, and this is the first time I got to see her and hear that voice in person. I once read a reviewer refer to her voice as a "National Treasure" and I've got to say that that's really not too hyperbolic of a statement. It's so big and so beautiful and terrifying in its way...she just knocks me down.
So, here's my Neko tribute...it's not the first, and probably won't be the last. I am loving painting on wood...what a nice little break from my canvas routine!
This week was thankfully much more productive than the last, but that doesn't mean I'll be resting on my laurels all weekend long...no way! I'm planning on stitching up some new dolls for the shop tonight, whilst enjoying "A Very Long Engagement", which I have only seen once. I know it's been an "Amelie" week for Lisa & Ms. Posie, but it's another Juenet/Tatou film for me this evening!
I hope fun weekends are ahead... Happy Friday, my dears!
Comments (9)
I am so insanely jealous that you went to see her yesterday. I should have gone, but didn't..her voice is beautiful. I am going to try and see her at North Six when she plays in november. Should be great in that tiny location.
the walkman is playing this weekend, should be good.
Jessica · August 25, 2006 at 06:32 PM
love neko (saw her last month), love the painting, love A Very Long Engagement (almost more than Amelie, but don't tell--maybe because it's more tragic)...did you see i bought an original drawing yesterday from your shop?? i am so excited!!
lisa · August 25, 2006 at 06:44 PM
I love.. LOVE joanna newsom.. Don't know if you've heard Gregory and the hawk.. but you might enjoy "boats and birds".. my favorite at the moment.
faun · August 25, 2006 at 07:21 PM
me alegro que vieras a neko case, yo no lo conozco, esta semana vi una pelicula de Audrey Tautou buenisima HAPPY END (nowhere to go but up)lo pase super viendola, me encanto, aunque bueno Amelie...
Carmen · August 25, 2006 at 08:15 PM
beautiful tribute!, i just went to neko case web page, and now i love neko case too, and she has a blowball in her page....blowball = soplador...!!!!!!!!!!*¡*
Carmen · August 25, 2006 at 08:21 PM
Oh! I do love me some Neko. I've never seen her live, but sometimes it feels like she is in my car with me.
Cricket · August 25, 2006 at 09:56 PM
Your tribute is gorgeous! I only just discovered Neko Case but her music has been on almost constantly at our house since then and it seems like I've known her forever.
Marissa · August 25, 2006 at 11:14 PM
How strange, I was just listening to Neko Case, Things That Scare Me and Pretty Girls.. When I thought about taking a little bite of that delicious black apple. Et quelle surprise! C'est toujours bizar, les mêmes choses! J'Adore Neko Case!
digibudi · August 26, 2006 at 04:17 PM
Hello! I found your blog a few days ago--your artwork is so lovely and haunting. I wanted to tell you that seeing this piece you did piqued my interest in Neko Case, so I checked out a few songs and have now found a new artist I love! :)
Keep up your gorgeous work and beautiful blogging!
Casey · August 26, 2006 at 09:20 PM