I came to see a few WE Fest alumni and their bands Despite the tiny neon sign above the entrance and the large watermark-type design on the outside wall that said ‘Fat Baby’, I wasn’t sure if this was the right place. As I parted the thick drapery that was in place of a f...
<h2>New release from The Base</h2> True genius is found subtly hidden between bar chords and back beat; between hollers and volume. And it's in that shadowy place where The Base truly excels....
<h2>More fun than a gay rugby tournament</h2> As much as I respect the history of the Knitting Factory, I cannot stand the three industrial flights of stairs down to the old office in the basement....
<h2>You had me at harpsichord...</h2> Celebrating the release of the new CD 'I'm Assuming You're All In Bands: Tris McCall In Brooklyn'...
<h2>Is it finally over as Hoboken favorites reveal another new name?</h2> Maxwell's was buzzing about this latest announcement from local favorites eugene....
<h2>An abrupt derailment from the norm</h2> His songs were unique, the chords were complex and the role of the second, taller mic stand was evident....
<h2>A surprise act at the ArtKore.org Open Mic</h2> Brazilian groove, one guy from a heavy rockin' band and a belly dancer turned mandolin player's take on Led Zeppelin....
Upon arriving home I realized a few things that stick out in my mind about this W.E. Fest....
I woke up a little later than I wanted but decided not to panic. Instead I took my time gathering up my things and getting out....
Yes, there is a band missing from Day 3. Let's just say they didn't understand W.E. Fest or why we were all there so I've chosen not to support them. ...
<h2>May 29, 2006</h2> I had originally wanted to leave on Sunday but to be honest, as I look back on it, I can't imagine why....
<h2>May 28, 2006</h2> "What are you, retarded!" This became a running joke as members of the band Aviso'Hara came to the beach house to describe their hotel party the night before....
<h2>May 27, 2006</h2> Thank god for yesterday's arrival of our latest housemates W.E. Fest veteran Caroline and 'Sparks Fly From A Kiss' keyboardist Stephen....
<h2>May 26, 2006</h2> Breakfast came in the form of the classically greasy Saltworks on Oleander Drive....
May 25, 2006 At the Soapbox: I missed most of Jim Testa's opening set and his rendition of the W.E. Fest Song thanks to my battle to find parking. ...
<h2>The familiar sites of Wilmington after long, long day of driving</h2> Living in the shadows of NYC, I have been exposed to the concept of urban sprawl all my life....
I decided to take a more rural route to Wilmington this year for a few reasons. ...
