The Scourge is Back

Last night's show at Chop Suey was solid. Sure, they threw an extra band on the bill (meaning that it was doors 8, show 8:30), but both Ra Ra Riot and The Little Ones delivered with tight sets. And yet, there was something troubling in the air. What was it?

Two words: Nag Champa.

We have discussed this before: venues burning incense at a show is a no-no. Look, our seasonal allergies have been acting up something fierce the past few days, and the last thing we want to be around in a closed environment is smoke of any kind. So no more incense. Just like we don't want to end up smelling like cigarettes after a night out, we also don't want to leave a bar smelling like a goddamn hippie.

And while you're at, please update the wall slideshow. It's May 12th, so we don't need advertisements for shows from May 1-11. If the slides aren't ready for the June shows, just add a couple more Ernest Hemingway alcohol quotes into the mix. There, problem(s) solved.

Photo (captioned appropriately enough "adding a little incense to the drum circle") care of Seattlest Flickr pool user pdgibson.

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By Audrey in Arts & Events on May 13, 2008 9:00 AM

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Jack

I like nag champa like I like my own farts. I appreciate them for a few seconds, but I wouldn't want to spend the evening with them.

RMH

It really can be overpowering. Especially near the downstairs bathrooms.

mercedeskraus

it WAS a good show. those ra ra riot kids are KIDS, man!

marcopolo

boo hoo, my allergy to people that can't handle a little incense without complaining is flaring up. No one leaves a club smelling fresh as a daisy, c'mon.

ChrisB

So would now be a good time to announce that I'm starting a new support group for the victims of incense?

Abbey

ah, Nag Champa. It is right up there with Patchouli.

This made me laugh out loud Audrey.

Wesa

I'd rather have nag champa than the 2 cans of air fresheners that an opening band for VNV Nation (at El Corazon) sprayed for an almost constant 10 minutes during their first set before management told them to knock it the F**K off.