CMJ (Sort of)

I actually didn't go to any of the CMJ events, but I did go see three bands play: The Empires at Union Hall, the XX at the SOHO Apple Store (CMJ sponsored), and Leisurely at Shea Stadium (Mike Stroud from RATATAT was there too ♥).

@ the Delancey. (More at Brooklyn Vegan.) I really enjoyed their performance. My friends and I were lucky enough to be standing right behind the seats as we didn't have CMJ passes. The music and vocals were the clearest I've ever heard during any live show. I tried to see them again at TriBeCa Hotel, but without a RSVP, didn't get in. I did manage to have a non-awkward two minute chat with Jamie Smith (programmer/DJ) as he unloaded equipment.

Other slightly "exciting" firsts: (1) Bitched on back of a scooter. (2) IKEA browsed for our imaginary apartment.