February 16, 2004

I was drunkenly encouraged to attend, and I'm certainly glad I got to witness the strength and uncomprimising stage antics of Melissa and crew (which looked to include James Iha?). Finally, a rock chick who doesn't weep with her guitar, who doesn't bow to the latest trend, and one who doesn't feel the need to put on a shambles to attract attention. Melissa Auf der Maur has been in the background for far too long, and she's enjoying the spotlight and the chance for adoration (from a crowd who hadn't heard her yet-to-be-released album or see her live) at long last. All our waiting wasn't in vain.