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March 27, 2006
V FOR VALIUM
I think I had too many expectations. If I had taken a valium or two before entering the movie theatre, I believe I would have been more on the right wavelength. Its not that V For Vendetta is a bad movie. Its just not fantastic. And these days, we expect SO much from our movies - with things like King Kong and X-Men that just blow our minds from start to finish, a movie such as V doesn't quite reach the mark. A lot of thoughtful dialogue, a cool vision of the future, and of course .... always nice to see the Houses Of Parliament blown to shit! Some people might love it - me, I was kinda let down. (Kate - maybe the IMAX experience tipped it over the edge for you. I shoulda gone up there.) Natalie Portman dressed up as an Austrian looking schoolgirl, however, is one of the highlights of the film!!
I have been tweaking away on a few of the sites. Added MikeC's tattoo to the Tattoo's page - would be nice to get a few more up there. I KNOW that you guys have ink ..... share it with us! Put a few more photos up on the MySpace Circus Diablo thing. And I am working on having a COMMUNITY - a Forum that all the sites share. Somewhere you can become a member, and chat away to your hearts content about anything. We'll have various topics on both Circus Diablo and anything else thats relevant. Other bands, equipment, live shows .... should be cool. And I have started working on an acoustic version of one of the songs that will be on our album. Ricky and Billy will be joining in at the end of the week - we want to give you guys another track from Circus Diablo that will only be available on the MySpace Profile. I'll let you know when we finish it.
Jay asked yet another thoughtful and insightful question. You, Sir, are the Einstein of Rock And Roll Weblogs!!! He asks about touring and the costs, especially for a homegrown band like Circus Diablo. The answer is that it is a problem. But there are ways to work it out. 3 month treks across America are out. Its just not possible - busses, crew, hotels - its a LOT of money. But if you do 10 shows in one area, in one bus, and have a good agent that can get you a decent fee, then its possible to hit a few major cities. You can also include some higher paying shows, such as Casino's and corporate parties, to offset the losses incurred on the smaller shows. Our UK plans for the end of the year are based on getting some decent offers in already, and if we watch how we do it (Lear Jets and Five Star Hotels are out!!), we should be able to pull it off!! What I do know is that the average music fan has no idea just how much it costs, even at a small level, to play outside your area. Ask any of the thousands of bands trekking across America in a Chevy van, washing every four days in one room in a motel for $50, and eating Rice-A-Roni three times a day ...... and STILL losing money!!
And finally - Simon - Believe me, Dave and I are DYING to get Kiefer on our show!!
Nothing else for you today. Its the start of a new week, and we'll see what I get up to as it progresses. I know that next week, I am in Vegas for the Maxim party, and then off to New York with Camp Freddy. I know that I am in the studio this week, working on both the acoustic CD song, and a song with Jed in the Sunset Marquis. I know that I have a few meetings this week. And I know that I will be finished playing catch up with 24!!! Yep - thats right, I will finish Season 4 finally, which means that I will be suffering a huge withdrawl ..... if I'm grouchy, sweating and shaking, and crying for no reason, you'll know why!! Have a great week. I'll do a V-Blog if I go anywhere interesting.
Peace
Billy
Posted by vivelerock at March 27, 2006 07:40 AM
Comments
i can vouch for the thousands of bands traveling in vans, actually it's more like LIVING in vans. you have to want to be out there playing your music because you love it, not for the money. if the big money happens, great, just don't count on it. if you do it for the love of music, there is no greater feeling than being up on a stage playing live, whether you make money or not.
Posted by: hankwood at March 27, 2006 11:44 AM
Sorry V wasn't your thing. IMAX definitely made it .... bigger than life. Enjoy Lost Wages and NY. Tonight's 24 looks fun (Jack with his hands around his ex-gf's neck). Go Jack Go!
Posted by: Kate at March 27, 2006 12:49 PM
If im still in the UK and you need and help finding anythunk dont hesitate to ask.
Do you get heinz beans in the USA?
Posted by: Will (willd) at March 27, 2006 01:38 PM
Oh, Billy! Dude, you're so right about touring! The whole band thing is just so expensive!!! Yet, it MUST be done!!! Have a great week. 'Till next time!
-S.B.
Posted by: Spencer at March 27, 2006 11:13 PM
first things first -movies in my opinion just arnt the same anymore -they rely to much on special effects and not the story.
gone are the days of indiana jones , back to the future (hell they had special effects but the movies all tie in great especially the later)
and even my fav movies of all time the rockys!
what are your favs people??
and last thing billy,
where do you get the thought for your tattoos, i have 2 wanna get more but am struggling for inspiration-HELP!!!
Posted by: paul at March 27, 2006 11:37 PM
I lke Movies like The Usual Suspects , pulp Fiction. Things like that.The Bourne Movies.
Layer Cake was good.
Capote.
Billy , I am excited about the forum this will be great. We can all chat away.
Luvxxx, Terri
Posted by: Terri at March 28, 2006 05:39 AM
Billy
the acoustic songs were done justice by urself and Mr.Duffy except for one thing...In rain you never gave us a WOMMMAAAAAN!!!!!!. You shall have to rectify this on this weeks CFR. How bout you an Dave bring the acoustics in for a few songs maybe have Steve Isaacs in for a Panic channel unplugged song. Loved last weeks show and the debate about the state of the music industry, which sucks by the way. But people have only themselves to blame. Record companies wouldn't put out that shit if people don't buy it...right. Anyway keep up the good work. And check out my band BOB on myspace I am added to the Circus Diablo page
Cheers
Junkie
Posted by: junkie inc at March 28, 2006 01:03 PM
Billy, just listened to the podcast and are stoked that you played wolfmother!! Great man, finally the CD seems to be getting played...thanks mate, ur a champ
Posted by: Simon at March 28, 2006 04:50 PM
Simon - Wolfmother are getting heaps of play here. The Veronicas are being heard as well.
Oi Oi Oi
Posted by: laurie tuttle at March 29, 2006 09:41 AM
Sorry the movie wasn't that good -you should see The Hills Have Eyes - it's a great disgustingly grose movie! Some people just couldn't deal with it all and were actually walking about of the theatre, but despite the exsesive violence, gore, and sexual abuse, it's a decent horror movie - the plot's pretty good, the acting's pretty good, and when the hero starts fighting back, it's very satisfying! I dunno if horror movie are your cup of tea, but if so.. seriously check it out!.....
But anyway- I HAVE INK! even if it's just a tiny little thing :) Where should I send the pic?.....
BTW - I added Circus Diablo to my myspace, where I of course go by Twisted Angel - I can't wait till you guys out a cd out.
Posted by: Twisted Angel at March 30, 2006 06:19 AM
GODDAMNIT I FORGOT TO TAPE LOST LAST NITE!!! ANYONE HAVE A RECAP FOR DA CREEPSTER?
Posted by: UncleCreepy at March 30, 2006 03:28 PM
I'm so happy we're going to have a community! :)
hugs
Lisa
xxxx
Posted by: ylais at March 31, 2006 07:48 AM
Creepy,
They are re running Lost Sat April 1 at 10 pm
You need to watch!
Terri
Posted by: Terri at March 31, 2006 11:12 AM
FUCK YEAH!!! AWESOME-POSSUM........DANKX SOOOO MUCH 4 THE HEADS-UP TERRI....I JUS GOTTA KNOW WHAT WILL HAPPEN WITH THE BALLOON GUY....SETTING MY VCR NOW...SO THE STONER WON'T 4GET.....SNICKER
UC13
Posted by: UncleCreepy at March 31, 2006 03:07 PM
Billy
You have to post a new pic.
The, Is he peeing or peeping question is starting to make me loopy.
Posted by: sonicgeisha at March 31, 2006 05:17 PM
want a laugh, watch this. Ozzy is hilarious, I particularly love his pig noises.
Posted by: tina at March 31, 2006 07:33 PM