I dont even know where to start regarding this incarnation of the breakfast.............i wasnt even gonna post, but i wanted to make a comment about the vocal jams.........i do believe that they have been going to them a lot of late, but you have to understand that even with 10 plus hours of practice a week, they are still a brand new band (yet again). they are still getting to know eachother musically and even though it is the ultimate phishy thing to do, short of bringing out trampolines for hard luck harry, i think that the vocal jams are intrugal for this band to really get intimate with themselves on stage together as a band.
This is truly a new age, yet again, for this band . But the grueling practice schedule that they are adhering to as well the pressure of trying to learn an entire body of work while simultaniously creating a new one, is brand new to everyone. It will take time but I do believe that it is obvious that they are on their way to make a monster statement in the world of music and lights............
I also must say that I am still dealing with the loss and absence of Ron Spears. He is a true leader and instant inspiration to anyone who knows him. When I heard that Ron was leaving, I figured that NYE would not only be his last show but also the breakfasts.
His leaving would leave behind the biggest pair of shoes needing to be filled. Though i am a forever optimist, i couldnt believe that, shortly after finding Oestreicher, could this band now find the one musician to fill the absence of Save in the breakfast. In my mind they would have had to find not only a better technical musician, but also someone that could compliment all of the music that ron was part of creating.
After I heard this band with its new bassist, it was apparant to me that there is someone or something that just doesnt want this band to cease to exist. At the acoustic show last night Chris Deangelis was described to me, and I think it sums it up perfectly, as a "savage bass player". I would just like to thank Broseph for bringing us Chris Deangelis, for he is our savior and the filler of the biggest shoes ever left on a rock and roll stage for a rock and roll band to fill.
