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Title: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Bags on July 13, 2004, 01:16:00 pm
Couldn't resist, with Sloan coming in first (their NYC show opening for Jet was AMAZING -- they blew Jet off the stage, as has become the expected for them as an opening act...)
 
 13 BANDS THAT DRAW ATTRACTIVE WOMEN TO THEIR SHOWS
 
 From Spendid e-zine (http://www.splendidezine.com/departments/tdlt/tdlt82100.html)
 
 I'm not some sort of predatory lounge-lizard, but being single and of the male persuasion, when I go to a show I tend to notice attractive women I would like to (but probably wonâ??t) approach. Hey, if we're both at the same show then we already have something in common, right? Itâ??s a good theory, anyway. Regardless, Iâ??ve noticed that some shows have a greater number of these types of women. Here are 13 of the best bands to watch girls to, based on my own recent experiences.
 
 (Editor's Note: In order to help Jason to approach these women, we've enlisted noted relationship expert Dr. Bruce Connaughton to provide some clever, non-threatening "opening lines". Feel free to try them out yourselves, gents.)
 
 
 1. Sloan: For hitherto unknown reasons, the ladies come out in force for the Canadian power-pop gods.
 Suggested approach: "Hey, nice cardigan."
 
 2. Elliott Smith: Many, many attractive ladies flock to see the dirty, yet sensitive crooner.
 Suggested approach: "Sorry if my hair smells. I haven't washed it since my girlfriend left me for my childhood best friend, totally destroying my self-respect and sending me into a downward spiral of drug abuse and ennui. Nice cardigan, by the way."
 
 3. Beulah: The ladies just canâ??t seem to resist this San Francisco octetâ??s wily musical charm.
 Suggested approach: "Hey, ladies, wanna meet Miles Kurosky? He's a good friend of mine and loves to share his alcohol."
 
 4. Stereolab: Their brand of stylish retro-pop always seems to cherchez des femmes.
 Suggested approach: "Pardon me, miss. Perhaps you could settle a bet: Is it wrong for a guy with a PhD in Philosophy to drive a shiny new Volkswagen Jetta?"
 
 5. Beck: The nineties' funkiest white man always has plenty of comely lasses in tow.
 Suggested approach: "Hey, this imported CD of Beck B-sides cost me $30, but if you sleep with me I'll give it to you for $15."
 
 6. Radiohead: Take it from me, Thom & Co.â??s sensitive veneer always gets the ladies going.
 Suggested approach: "Life is miserable and plastic and awful. Wanna shag?"
 
 7. Godspeed You Black Emperor!: It was an uncomfortably packed house when I saw the Montreal massive, but one that was nonetheless overflowing with beautiful women.
 Suggested approach: "...and if the encore runs more than 20 minutes, I get to sleep with you."
 
 8. Blur: The kings of Britpop always manage to bring them out in droves.
 Suggested approach: "Yeah, I hate Oasis too. Wanna shag?"
 
 9. The Dismemberment Plan: Oh, so many hotties in attendance whilst the boys from D.C. are tearing it up.
 Suggested approach: "If I told you you had a beautiful body, despite the size XS ringer t-shirt and jeans that haven't been washed since your older sister owned them, would you hold it against me?"
 
 10. Blonde Redhead: I don't know this from personal experience, but it was sworn to me (by JKB) that when this schizophrenic outfit performs, lovely ladies are seldom in short supply.
 Suggested approach: "Nice cardigan. Aren't you hot, though?"
 
 11. Flaming Lips: A surprising number of rather attractive women come out so see everybodyâ??s favorite fried psych-pop/rock weirdos.
 Suggested approach: "Hiya cutie. Want some acid?"
 
 12. Weezer: All those women who come out to see Sloan have to kill the other 364 days somehow, right?
 Suggested approach: "Jeez, they sure suck live, don't they?"
 
 13. Sleater-Kinney: Lots and lots of ladies here, though not all of them take an active interest in the opposite sex.
 Suggested approach: "Pardon me -- would you be willing to show me what it's like to be objectified?"
 
 -- Jason Jackowiak and the staff...
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on July 13, 2004, 02:12:00 pm
I don't know how they stack up against indie bands, but Old 97's/Rhett Miller tend to draw more women than your typical alt-country band.
 
 I seem to remember lots of hot women at a Luna show long ago.
 
 I'll bet Bebel Gilberto will draw lots of hotties.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: thirsty moore on July 13, 2004, 02:16:00 pm
I'll bet her show will suck.
 
 
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Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
 I'll bet Bebel Gilberto will draw lots of hotties.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: bearman🐻 on July 13, 2004, 02:26:00 pm
Given that I've seen Radiohead, Elliott Smith, Sleater Kinney, Blur, Weezer, Stereolab, Beck, the Flaming Lips and the Dismemberment Plan, I'd say that list is pretty accurate. ESPECIALLY Sleater Kinney  :)
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on July 13, 2004, 02:27:00 pm
well you go, and confirm that for us. We have a parental visit that weekend.
 
 
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Originally posted by thirsty moore:
  I'll bet her show will suck.
 
   
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Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
 I'll bet Bebel Gilberto will draw lots of hotties.
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Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: thirsty moore on July 13, 2004, 02:57:00 pm
I think I'll pass.  To clarify, I do like Tanto Tempo.  Unfortunately, her performances are somewhat bland and rely heavily on pre-recorded material.
 
 Have a good weekend with the parents.
 
 
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Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
  well you go, and confirm that for us. We have a parental visit that weekend.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: bungle bud on July 13, 2004, 11:31:00 pm
sleater kinney attract lots of attractive under 15 year old girls, and a few mums.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: mankie on July 14, 2004, 09:56:00 am
What a load of bollocks.
 
 You need go no further than N'Sync or Backstreet Boys to be surrounded by barely legal hotties escorted by their equally as hot MILFS.
 
 
 And if you're a dad escorting your teenage daughter to a show, well, let's just say, the MILF panties are already halfway down their thighs for you!  ;)
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on July 14, 2004, 10:00:00 am
Sounds like it sucks for you to be a married man...
 
 
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Originally posted by Bollocks:
  What a load of bollocks.
 
 You need go no further than N'Sync or Backstreet Boys to be surrounded by barely legal hotties escorted by their equally as hot MILFS.
 
 
 And if you're a dad escorting your teenage daughter to a show, well, let's just say, the MILF panties are already halfway down their thighs for you!   ;)  
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Bags on July 14, 2004, 10:01:00 am
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Originally posted by Bollocks:
  You need go no further than N'Sync or Backstreet Boys to be surrounded by barely legal hotties escorted by their equally as hot MILFS.
 
Come on, Mank -- it's Splendid.  They're at least trying to list some shows their readers would possibly attend -- the chicks are an added benefit, and then you get those cool indie chicks...    :D
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: on July 14, 2004, 10:07:00 am
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Originally posted by Bollocks:
  What a load of bollocks.
 
 the MILF panties are already halfway down their thighs for you!   ;)  
I didn't know you had a thing for Islamists??? (http://www.fas.org/irp/world/para/milf.htm)
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: mankie on July 14, 2004, 11:01:00 am
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Originally posted by Bagalicious Tangster:
 
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and then you get those cool indie chicks...     :D  [/b]
cool - indie chicks
 
 Now there's an oxymoron!
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Bags on July 14, 2004, 11:20:00 am
You're right, Mank.  Ska skanks are the way to go!!
 
   :p
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on July 14, 2004, 11:26:00 am
You mean the chicks that think they're better than everyone else?
 
 
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Originally posted by Bagalicious Tangster:
   
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Originally posted by Bollocks:
  You need go no further than N'Sync or Backstreet Boys to be surrounded by barely legal hotties escorted by their equally as hot MILFS.
 
Come on, Mank -- it's Splendid.  They're at least trying to list some shows their readers would possibly attend -- the chicks are an added benefit, and then you get those cool indie chicks...     :D  [/b]
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: joz on July 14, 2004, 12:26:00 pm
can't believe bright eyes/desaparecidos didn't get a mention. all the indie girls cream their jeans over conor.  he's such a moody, rebel-with-a-cause rock star with a drinking problem...the puppydog eyes don't hurt either.
 
 good pick-up line: "clear channel entertainment really pisses me off...wanna makeout?"
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: paige on July 14, 2004, 12:48:00 pm
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Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
  You mean the chicks that think they're better than everyone else?
 
   
yeah and the ones that seem unusually pale/thin/plastered with glasses and a hairstyle that requires product to look messy and unkempt.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on July 14, 2004, 01:36:00 pm
except for the thin part, you could be describing me!
 
 
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Originally posted by i do not heart your balls:
   
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Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
  You mean the chicks that think they're better than everyone else?
 
   
yeah and the ones that seem unusually pale/thin/plastered with glasses and a hairstyle that requires product to look messy and unkempt. [/b]
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: mankie on July 14, 2004, 02:08:00 pm
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Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
 [QB] You mean the chicks that think they're better than everyone else?
 
 
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 My point exactly.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Guiny on July 14, 2004, 02:11:00 pm
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Originally posted by joz:
  can't believe bright eyes/desaparecidos didn't get a mention.
I think in order to get on the poll you had to have more than 50 people at your concert.
 
 That's what I was told at least.   :p
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: jpbelmondo on July 14, 2004, 02:27:00 pm
Of course, the leader in this area (before you get to heavy hitters like Tom Jones and Englebert Humperdink) has got to be Bryan Ferry.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: ratioci nation on July 14, 2004, 02:36:00 pm
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Originally posted by Rob_Gee_a.k.a _Guiny:
  I think in order to get on the poll you had to have more than 50 people at your concert.
 
 That's what I was told at least.    :p  
surprised you have not been to his show, the last time they played here they sold out 9:30
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Charlie Nakatestes, Japanese Golfer on July 14, 2004, 02:36:00 pm
if you're talking about hot women over 35 or maybe 40...
 
 I can't imagine that many hot 25 year olds showing up for a Bryan Ferry show...
 
 
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Originally posted by jpbelmondo:
  Of course, the leader in this area (before you get to heavy hitters like Tom Jones and Englebert Humperdink) has got to be Bryan Ferry.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: Medusa on July 14, 2004, 02:38:00 pm
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Originally posted by Rhett Miller:
 I can't imagine that many hot 25 year olds showing up for a Bryan Ferry show...
Think again!
 
 That was me, a few years ago, and yes, at the Bryan Ferry gig at the 9:30 Club!
 
 Cheers  :p
 
 DJ Medusa.
Title: Re: 13 Bands to pick up chicks
Post by: mankie on July 14, 2004, 03:02:00 pm
Bowie concerts used to be an absolute babe-fest, but not so a couple of months ago...then again, it was Fairfax VA.