The title of this post, and the line above, both come from my song of the moment "Gold Soul of Rock 'n Roll" by Emm Gryner and Joel Plaskett. My indie rock pal Paul told me about this song, which comes from an album of duets by Emm Gryner, when we had pre-Dan Mangan sushi last week. I downloaded it right away, and I love it. Check it out if you need a pick-me-up. Another great track from that album is "Top Speed" featuring Sara Quin (of Tegan & Sara).
It's entirely appropriate that I'm currently enjoying the above song because I am heading off to Guelph tomorrow night to see Joel Plaskett himself! I haven't see him since last spring at Massey Hall. And, I'm heading off to Guelph with a friend who I met as a result of that show, so that's pretty cool. I am so looking forward to hitting the road after work tomorrow to see one of my favourite artists play in a smaller city. (He's only doing a mini-tour of a few smaller places in Ontario right now. No Toronto show, but that's okay.)
I'm also enjoying the book that I just got from the library after having it on hold for two months: "Room" by Emma Donoghue. It's been nominated for some literary awards (such as the Mann Booker prize) and there seems to be some buzz around it. As I was checking it out, the librarian commented that she just finished it, and it's definitely a unique book. I'll let you know what I think.
And with that, I'm going to neglect the quizzes that I have half-written (I'll pay for that in the morning), and go curl up in bed with my book. This morning wasn't the smoothest, after my late night in last night, so I'd better catch up on sleep so that I'm ready to rock and roll tomorrow!
p.s. Miss Ash - beer lasts in my fridge for two years because me and most of my friends are complete winos, so beer gets neglected. ;)
6 comments:
I saw Joel Plaskett years ago in Vancouver at The Commodore. He was fantastic! I haven't checked out any of his new music since then....I know - what the hell?
Yes, for sure. Let us know what you think of your book. I'm just finishing up a fantastic murder mystery (I throw those in once in a while) and will be prowling for a good book soon.
I love Emm Gryner, I saw her open for Tom Cochrane back in 1999. She was great.
Have fun at your show!
How many times have you seen Joel Plaskett now? Aren't you sick of him by now? And how do you think he feels always seeing you there in the audience?
Oh my, I encourage you to invite me over any time you have left over beer!! LOL
Have fun at the show!! :)
Have fun storming the castle!
BTW, I will post more performances. You talked me into it.
Joel Plaskett, woo! That book is on my Christmas list - it's meant to be something special.
Cxx
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