18 Squealer - Lion’s Lair, Denver, CO - September 14, 2012


[Denver?] Screamo that was actually pretty good, or we were desperate. Rockboy sighed and said he was actually in the mood for metal – this is what Gunny does to Rockboy, makes him all soft and tolerant – next thing you know, he’ll have long hair. The lead singer was totally ShellFish’s Houston buddy. They were all down because they were missing their bassist but they rallied. The lead singer was kind of a mess but charming in his way. This is also probably our favorite mini venue in Denver, low key and entertaining. Lead singer to audience (by audience, I mean the 20 people bellied up to the bar): “For those who do acid, it’s time to start taking it.” Guy at bar, kind of to himself: “It’s always time.”  Lead singer to audience: “Who knocked over my beer?!” Audience/lead singer simultaneously to himself: “You did! / I probably did….” Lead singer to audience: “This song is about - - - nothing!” The guitarist was a stand out, and the double drum was Exciting. Lead singer passed out bacon at the end of the show – I figured out one week later that it was because they’re called “18 Squealer” – get it? (Photo courtesy of https://denver.eater.com/maps/best-dive-bars-colfax)

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