AUDIO: Newest James Christensen song

The Birds of Play’s James Christensen just uploaded his newest solo tune as part of his 52 Song Project for 2010. It’s called: Tell_Me_to_Shut_Up. Give it a listen and then write 350 words on it. You will be graded. Enjoy!

Kevin Crowley works a double, Kevin Crowley is God, Kevin plays with dolls

For months, I have been hearing this guy’s name over and over and over: Kevin Crowley. The first time was when I heard the song of the same name which was recorded as  part of James’ 52 Song Project for 2009. And when The Birds of Play was formed, the song was quickly pitched and accepted into our set list for our first gig. And why not? It’s a great song. One of the most rocking numbers we have and it gave me the chance to ram into James while we performed it live.  Leading up to the gig, we practiced it several times a week to the point where Kevin Crowley became more song than man.

Well, that all changed for me on St. Patrick’s Day when I finally met him. While some members of The Birds of Play know the genial Sally O’Briens bartender better than others, I had no idea what he looked it like. Well, that all changed on St. Patrick’s Day when I saw Kevin in action. 

In all seriousness, I can see why James would write a song about his bartending abilities. He’s pretty darn efficient and has a calming demeanor when he takes your drink order. He also made sure to point out my Stella when he served it and a similarly shaded Sam Adams for James at the same time.

 (Hey, Kevin. There’s an empty glass over in the corner!)

So raise your glasses to Kevin Crowley, the unofficial bartender of The Birds of Play!

Guess the The Birds of Play butt

 

Can you guess which one of The Birds of Play posed for this ass shot during yesterday’s practice? Please submit your guesses accordingly.

The Birds of Play McCarty’s “key” contribution

McCarty rocks!

Two days after announcing that his keyboard was kaput, The Birds of Play’s John McCarty has ordered a new one. No word yet what kind he’s ordered. But it should be arriving in Somerville in time for tomorrow’s band practice, he writes in his e-mail to the band.

Yay!

Right after we stopped practicing on Sunday, the four of us were lounging in Melissa’s living room. But while Melissa was chatting with men from across the globe on chatroulette and James was resting his eyes, John was busy searching for a new keyboard.

Thanks, John!