Garaj Mahal Coming to Ontario

[briguy]

my buddy Dave took a bunch of amazing pics. They're up on his facebook. I'll copy them over when I hit Ottawa

[trax]

Looking for an audio record of any of last night's Garaj Mahal Show at Pepper Jack's. I've got a great video to share with y'all, but need better audio to sync up. the Camera mic was distorting....

[edger]

Had a GREAT night last night. Man, halloween is a lot of fun. Great energy.

My first time seeing/hearing Garaj Mahal. During first set I was BLOWN away. Holy moly those boys have some mad skills. All of them are uber talented, but their drummer was just SICK. I couldn't believe the beats he was rollin' out. Second set was good too, but my only real complaint is that they're so talented/proficient that things got a little too "notey" for my liking at times. A little more space to breath here and there could have gone a long way. But all in all a great show, and you Ottawa folk are in for a treat.

Thanks to everyone for showing me such a good time. It was soo good to get out. Oh, and Tigger thanks for the discs! Good memory my friend. Looking forward to giving them a listen.

cheers.

[bouche]

too notey! I can't fucking wait!

[afro poppa]

amazing show last night in hamilton, great seeing everyone, even if most of you didnt recognize me

[Big Wooly Mammoth]

too notey! I can't fucking wait!

i think that's just fareed's style. I love it. but, i've heard others complain about it.

[Booche]

That band sure displayed an array of motifs. And by no means do I wish to disrespect anyone I have seen in the past, but that was easily the most talented band I have ever seen grace Maverick's stage.

Edger nailed it on every level. That drummer is incredible.

[rubberdinghy]

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[Freak By Night]

awesome!

[Booche]

I just remembered they covered When The World Is Running Down, You Make The Best Of What's Still Around!!!

That was fucking wicked. I certainly enjoyed the first set more than the second set now that I am reliving it in my braineurism.

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I think Dinghy is trying to say that if it wasnt for him, there would have been no encore. The tapes will provide some evidence. It was one of the funniest things I have seen RD do.

Switching gears..............

I just Facebook'ed (for the first time, I am thrilled to be on Facebook) a West coast Phish friend who has worked for the Good Ole Grateful Dead at shows with the following:

"Hey man, have you ever seen Garaj Mahal? They just tore me apart tonight."

I am guessing he would love these guys and I am hoping to hear he has worked for them or he riffs about them, or he gets turned onto someone he would go through the roof for. Literally.

Edited November 2, 2008 by Guest
I have edited this a few times because I am drunk. Dont nobody be judging me.

[briguy]

that's it i'm moving to Ottawa! What a great bunch of freaking people. Soooo amazing to meet so many people from the board. Awesome. I really enjoyed the venue as well. Good little rock club. Garaj Mahal was easily the best show of the year for me.

Edited November 2, 2008 by Guest

[mark tonin]

OK, I've finally put my brain back together after Friday night and let me say "wow, that was some mind-blowing musicianship!" Those guys can play, and I totally enjoyed watching and listening as they go places that few bands do. It was definitely very intense and "notey" at times, and as a result I spent more time watching and listening than dancing, but wow, talk about brilliant musical chops.

Peace, Mark

[AD]

I think Dinghy is trying to say that if it wasnt for him, there would have been no encore. The tapes will provide some evidence. It was one of the funniest things I have seen RD do.

wha happen?

[bouche]

I loved the notes. my god. fingers can move that fast and accurately?

[Big Wooly Mammoth]

It was "notey" and fucking incredible. I've seen Fareed a couple of times before, but this was my first time seeing Garaj Mahal. He has blown me away every time. And the rest of the band was up to his level. I hope these guys make it back up here soon.

[bouche]

That was some musical heaven last night. Thank you SO MUCh Brian for getting these guys out here. (Nice f'n guitar!)

[edger]

Nice picture!

[bouche]

Sheeeeeit....I have about 140 images from last night. I would love to see some video. Maybe I can animate the photos....sort of a time-lapse.

That was such a "note-worthy" performance last evening!

[RobL]

that show definatley kicked my ass last night. So tight, definatley going to hit their show in canton, ny in april at the java barn.. hopefully most of you picked up their new cd cause it kicks some serious ass.. lisnted to it this afternoon.. awsome!!!

[bouche]

April in Canton? That sounds like a fun roadtrip. That's like across the street from Ogdensburg!

[RobL]

Garaj Mahal 04/16/09 Thu Java Barn Canton, NY

it's a quick trip. free show and they let you byob. and they have snacks ussualy for donation. saw four shows their last semester, always rockin

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[SaggyBalls]

I'm so glad I got out to see Garaj again. It was a pretty laid back show and I was stoked to see the Moog Guitar in action. Fareed got that axe to play like a B3 more than I've ever thought possible. It was great to see him impress me more than ever before - especially since I've seen that guy do some crazy things on guitar.

Kai Eckhart is easily the gem in the crown of Garaj Mahal. What a perfect musician. Everything perfectly in place, perfectly complex, and perfectly stated.

I think it could be said similarly for everyone on stage last night, but it Kai did it all most effortlessly. Not saying he didn't try - but he didn't have to try. It just poured out of that hot rodded P Bass. Like honey from a hot jar, that guy kept us sweet.

Amazed again by Eric Levy's keys. A Nord Stage, Little Phatty, and a couple of Moogerfoogers...probably the most versatile keyboard rig I've heard - played so well.

I know I could google it...but I'm not gonna - that drummer! I forget his name, but I hope he'll be playing with Garaj for years to come. He has the strongest voice of the band, let alone the perfect deep pocket for this band to really let loose while a crowd just keeps on groovin'.

I'm so glad that the lineup changed, as this is the first time Garaj Mahal didn't lose me at any point of the night.

Remember - Tell your friends! I'm glad this little tour came through to Ottawa. What a real treat!

I'm so very glad I don't have anything that would make me hesitate imploring anyone to see this band. What a great, Laid back Garaj Mahal show. Tight grooves, a comfortable band, and some intense lines.

Easily the best garaj/fareed experience I've had to date.

[ollie]

Wicked show last night! I can't wait for them to come back.

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[bouche]

We'll see them again soon I'm sure. They seemed to be happy to take the first step into Ottawa.

I was stoked to see the Moog Guitar in action.

I didn't even realize that there was a moog guitar! I was mostly enamored by the ibanez. When did he use the moog machine? Levy's Moog Hoodie was pretty.

Edited November 3, 2008 by Guest

[ollie]

Hey, they finally changed the marquee!