Now that Spring Break is in the air, it must be time for the Nightmare Before Christmas known as the Halloween show. So dust off those Red Shoes and get ready for some Dirty Dancing. Lets get down to some Risky Business, this years theme is really Over the Top: Movie Soundtracks!
This year's theme is Breaking Away from tradition. You pick a movie and perform three songs from the soundtrack. For example, were you to choose Caddyshack, you could play "I'm Alright," "Anyway You Want It," and "Boogie Wonderland." This theme will allow for a wide variety of genres, thus avoiding a Metalstorm ( the destruction of Jared-Syn). You are encouraged to dress as characters from the movie; you are welcome to have extras—bring it to life, make a Splash.
Here's the rules:
-You can only be in two bands, maximum.
-Bands can only do three songs.
-You cannot be on stage more than 15 minutes. Don't go Overboard.
-No more than two people from an existing band can be in a band together.
- You have two weeks from this day to call your band.
FAQ
-How do I call my band?
Name your band in the comments of this blog. After two weeks comments will be closed. We will make a master list then and post it. Please don't call 6 bands and then make us decide for you.
-Can I bring my own equipment?
No, there will be enough equipment at the show. We need to keep things running smoothly, no matter how sweet your guitar is. We will have a backline, not to be confused with a Backdraft.
-When is it?
March 10th. You have less than Nine 1/2 Weeks actually closer to 8 1/2.
-Where is it?
No idea, we are totally Clueless—you tell us. All suggestions will be entertained. Ideally a place that will give us a lot of freedom. In most cases this rules out existing venues and businesses. Think the Hub, not just some Roadhouse.
-Can I do the soundtrack to a documentary?
No Al, you can't do Athens, Ga. Inside Out
Biopics, mockumentaries and general works of fiction are fine.
Biopics, mockumentaries and general works of fiction are fine.
Some Kind of Monster = out
Coal Miners Daughter = in
-Can I do a Fictional Band?
Yes, Spinal Tap or Josie and the Pussycats are fine.
-What about something like Yellow Submarine or Spiceworld?
Totally fine. Here's The Thing, those are works of fiction, not about the bands themselves. Sorry Al, U2 3d is out, concert movies are out too.
How about TV shows?
No.
How about TV shows?
No.
I know this seems like a lot of rules but we trying to avoid another Marathon, Man. Let's get everyone home Before Sunrise.
This thread is now closed
no more bands can be called. its all done
This thread is now closed
no more bands can be called. its all done
Calling Ghostbusters!
ReplyDeleteAnyone want to do 24 Party People with me and
Al?
-biz
Calling Walk Hard: The Dewey Cox Story
ReplyDelete-Madeline & Gabba
Calling Help!
ReplyDelete-Dylan Barnes
SOOOOO Purple Rain is mine you may contact me if you want to be the time or the revolution or apollonia or prince's super intense parents.
ReplyDeleteJeannie
Spice World! need 4 "ladies". DBarnes? I know you're in.
ReplyDelete- Candice Krystle
Also Teen Witch, Heather crocker I know you are in on this!
ReplyDeletePS If somebody does breakin' or bodyguard, I would love that, just sayin.
Okay, I gotta do it.
ReplyDeleteCalling Wayne's World!
- Candice Krystle
"No more than two people from an existing band can be in a band together."
ReplyDeleteIs this referring to a pre-existing (non halloween) band, or halloween bands.
-Andy Tate
Someone better do the James Bond films damnit.
ReplyDeleteCalling "The Wizard!"
ReplyDeleteAndy Tate
Anybody A Velvet Goldmine fan?
ReplyDelete^^^yes
ReplyDeleteandy t
ANother movie that I would love to see come to life is Krush Groove or MIB.
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ReplyDeletescarface, top gun
ReplyDeleteThis is Al and I'm calling The Lost Boys.
ReplyDeleteThe 2 member rule applies only to exisitng bands, not Halloween bands. The one exception is The Best Summer Ever Band since that's as much of a crew as a band.
ReplyDeleteI think that it should maybe be OK to bring your own instruments? Just not amps & drums.
-miller
I call ABBA: The Movie and/or Xanadu.
ReplyDeleteMargaux
Charles is stage manager, so ask him about equipment, I think stringed instruments are fine, but probably not keyboards.
ReplyDelete- There is probably going to have to be some sort of a Face Off for Purple Rain unless Jeannie you want D.P. in your band.
-Sign your name to comments, The Strangers 2.
-ABBA: The Movie is a documentary and therefore Off the Map
So many IMDB hits from Sacramento.
- I call Sweet Home Alabama
Gbomb
If you do Velvet Goldmine please do the Nilsson song.
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ReplyDeleteNo, Not Sweet Home alabama. Joe Dirt!
ReplyDeleteThere will be a screening at my house at some point.
oops, I was thinking of Breakfast on Pluto, not Velvet Goldmine
ReplyDeleteAs much as I like the Riverbottom Nightmare band song, Emmet Otter is clearly made-for-tv, thus ineligible.
ReplyDeletebiz
Abba: The Movie isn't a documentary - it's like Spiceworld or Help! It's a fictional movie about a reporter trying his hardest to get a big interview with ABBA. But if that doesn't work, I call Mamma Mia.
ReplyDelete-Margaux
OK, then my pick is Phantom of the Paradise.
ReplyDeletePaul Williams shall not be silenced!!
Dagnabbit! The Portland contingent was hoping to grab Wayne's World!
ReplyDeleteI really want someone to do Footloose! I'll help!!
ReplyDelete-Madeline
who is DP?
ReplyDeletethey can be in purple rain, It's gonna be epic. I want the time to make an appearance so obviously there is more than enough room... but I've got dibs, FOREALS by the rules of the great counsel I called it FIRST. I've got some great ideas
-Jeannie
D.P. is a person who has contributed greatly to the success of the Halloween shows through the years. He has had no small part in making the night spectacular.
ReplyDeleteGbomb
P.S. Y'all know this is just a wish list, right? There is no way all the bands that want to will be able to play. How will we pick? A little bit of nepotism and a bit of chance. In other words, people who helped me mop the floor last year are still dear to me.....
Portland contingent calls FOOTLOOSE!!! Madeline, please wear your DANCE YOUR ASS OFF shirt, thanks.
ReplyDeleteI think as it gets a little closer it will be clear who is dedicated. Bands will drop as they do every year. Jeannie has great ideas and a collaboration with D.P. who be that much more spectacular! That being said, I call ROCKY. It's cool to do songs from the whole franchise right? I've already begun to train.
ReplyDeletemy verification word was "exturd"
ReplyDeletePortland is also leaning toward Caddyshack. Perhaps a Loggins medley!!
ReplyDeleteJeannie, enjoy The Purple Wonder! I'm sure you'll do him well, just remember to practice in high heels! Biz, Al, I'm in on 24 Hour Party People, gonna get my Hook on!! With the Footloose band that's my two, too!! Psyched!!!!!
ReplyDeleteCaddyshack or Footlose, I would be a pretty good Rodney Dangerfield! But Caroline would make a great gopher!
ReplyDeleteBTW, Guph when the show is over I will clean the fuck outa some shit with ya. Slowly and stonily, but I will clean!
ReplyDeleteDoes the nepotism factor mean that dudes like me who are socially on the fringes are SOL?
ReplyDeleteI would like to submit for whatever credit it's worth my participation in the Ike & Tina Turner band last year. Put me in, Coach!
Somebody vouch for me! :(
Calling little mermaid. And grease
ReplyDeleteI call Trekkies 2
ReplyDeleteI'd like to scratch "The Wizard" and call MOTHER FUCKING KARATE KID!
ReplyDeleteANDY TATE!
Black to the Future should definitely perform.
ReplyDeleteLast year's show was 7 full hours long. No matter the venue it is impossible to recreate this. I am not saying that you aren't in because I don't know you, but I am saying not everyone can play. A hat will be involved for the most part, but not for all.
ReplyDeleteShow Cop
Relax Guph, half these bands won't even happen. It's just the gold rush period right now.
ReplyDeletebiz
I'm going to try for Repo Man or Clueless.
ReplyDeleteunless i think of something better
But there still needs to be a full 30% less than last year. Cuts will have to be made.
ReplyDeleteAusterity measures rarely work. Let the market balance itself out,just ask Greece.
ReplyDeleteLOL at Caroline being the gopher.
ReplyDeleteI'm kind of torn between Fast Times at Ridgemont High and Apocolypse Now. Would it be more fun to dress as Kurtz or Spicoli? And would it be more fun to play "American Girl" or "The End?"
ReplyDeleteJed
Man, all this halloween show noise and drama is making me want to sit this one out. I feel overwhelmed.
ReplyDeleteDon't worry, perhaps it's more overwhelming because it's on the written "page" and not idle banter at parties all over sac (and beyond) where people are claiming bands that will never happen... I, for one, sincerely hope you don't sit this one out : )
Delete~Dolly/Baby
I "vouch" for Ben, because 1. he's a good friend. And 2. I really want to see Phantom of the Paradise. For whatever that's worth, which I realize isn't much.
ReplyDeleteI was totally hoping someone would do Fast Times.
Also, AL better dress like the Saxophone guy from The Lost Boys.
Actually just Little Mermaid. no Grease.
ReplyDeleteDavey, now's the time for Josie and the Pussycats!
ReplyDeletebiz
The gopher is my spirit animal! We walk together!
ReplyDeleteI call the rutles or slade in flame...or the harder they come
ReplyDeletePatrone
Oh hold the damn phone. Scratch all of the above and put me down for SUBURBIA! Patrone
ReplyDeletePortland Contingent claims Caddyshack, forfeiting Footloose. Officially.
ReplyDeleteHailey and I claim the ERASERHEAD soundtrack. --bburg
ReplyDeleteand I was all ready to dance, Portland!
ReplyDeleteI'll also "vouch" for Ben, for what it's worth.
Another idea (I'm not calling it, just saying): Sleepless in Seattle. Back in the saddle again!
-Madeline
Whoever calls Singles should be the automatic first cut.
ReplyDeleteIf the Beatles need a drummer for Help!, I'd be psyched to do it. Just putting that out there.
ReplyDelete-miller
Anyone want to rock Pretty in Pink with me? I mostly just want to dress up as Duckie, but I can play instruments too. Afterall, it is the best soundtrack ever.
ReplyDeleteJana
This is Karlos, I want to do Detroit Rock City...The soundtrack has a few AC/DC songs and Kiss songs i'd like to do...there's also an ELO song, Ted Nuget...but I mostly just want to do the AC/DC songs and the Kiss ones...if this sounds good to you, and you don't want to dick around with half-assed versions of the songs, then get in touch with me...
ReplyDeleteKarlos again, I just want to do the AC/DC songs from the soundtrack: problem child, highway to hell and whole lotta rosie...but i guess i'm flexible (physically and otherwise)...my dream would be to have Al Maxwell be the singer...I'd love to have Alec on drums since he was so amazing in Devo, and good to work with...I would need an Angus Young, I'd rather be in the background (2nd guitar), or maybe there can be two angussss...also need a bassist....actually, I need all the stuff and people...
ReplyDeleteKarlos....Maximum Overdrive!
ReplyDeleteMan, hearing everyone's ideas makes me sooooooooooooo excited! Anyone up to be in my Lost Boys band give me a call or facebook me. Lookin for another Frog Brother and lookin to have Joel be the greased up sax guy (sorry Cody, I'm more of a Feldmen than a greased up sax guy, took me years to admit to myself). Of course, Joel doesn't know yet, but I call Joel. Can a person call Joel? Were those part of the rules? Anyway, Cry Little Sister is gonna be a real weeper, just you watch.
ReplyDeletePatrone! Please do The Harder They Come!
-Al
PS I call U2 in 3D. That's been approved, right?
Al, I volunteer to just sing on that high part.
ReplyDeleteand no I already told you, no #D U2. We all know your bono is a bit one dimensional.
-Natalie.
3d.
ReplyDeleteI thought the no #D worked. Since Portland dropped Footloose I'm thinking about it but the thought of doing Teen Witch is awesome. I too think Caroline will be perfect as the gopher she's got it down. Not calling anything just letting it be known I'm interested if you're interested.
ReplyDeleteHeather Crocker
i will play bass (with limited success) or drums should the need arise. have pro gear and attitude
ReplyDeleteed c.
this is aaron zeff...I like to choose the "debbie does dallas" soundtrack, if that one hasn't been taken yet. thanks.
ReplyDeleteI've been dreaming of singing AC/DC all my life. I don't know if I can do it however. I am no Allen Maxwell
ReplyDeleteAl - Savannah can play saxophone and she works out every day. Just sayin'...
ReplyDeleteBlues Brothers? With Keith as Belushi?
ReplyDeleteAlso: Smiller has to front for That Thing You Do.
P.S. doesn't Chad play sax?
Amanda, none of us are....
ReplyDeleteAndy, Keith, Jim and Skott calling Twilight!
ReplyDeleteYes!
ReplyDeleteI would very much like to be involved in the Phantom of the Paradise Band! I can play anything...and I could probably pull of Swan pretty well. Ben! Holler!
Also, anybody wanna do Shock Treatment with me? Maybe the Phantom band could do both?
-Patrick
Well, one of us is.
ReplyDeleteI'm not a part of any band, just an attendee who gets way excited about these things each year and this is about how I feel reading this thread of comments: http://i189.photobucket.com/albums/z273/sporker05/gif/th_popcorn.gif
ReplyDeletexoxo,
meggie
Can anybody play bass and sing kinda high? I need a Paul McCartney for the Help! band.
ReplyDelete-Dylan!
Hi! This is Dylan again.
ReplyDeleteI just wanted to say how much the Halloween show means to me. I've only participated in (actually have only been to) two of them, but it's what I look forward to most during the year. That said, I understand the need for all of the rules and regulations, but I feel a venue should be found (has it been found? Am I writing this really late?) first before enacting them so strictly. It seems that not everyone had a great time at last year's show because it went so long, but to me that was a night to remember. On my deactivation day (in my head, I'm a robot by the time I die) when my great-great-great etc. grandchildren ask me what the best night of my life was, last year's Halloween show, if it's not the best, will at least flash on my circuit board. Midwest Halloween feels like something we should try to strive for rather than avoid. If the venue that is found does not allow for it, then so be it. It's gonna be a blast no matter what. However, if it does then count me in.
All that said, I looked into renting the Guild. That would be way expensive (at least $600) but hell, I got 50 on it, maybe more! Just putting it out there. Also, sorry Scott, we have a drummer for Help! I think. But can you play bass?
-Dylan! Again!
Dylan.
ReplyDeleteWe are working on a venue (thanks for looking at the guild)
We like the show too. We hate that you are already feeling enacted upon strictly, but for this show, this time, thems the rules.
This business with you being a robot both frightens and interests me, but I suppose end times will bear that out.
As far as last year being something to avoid, I think you are missing the point a little. I think many people think that it might be nice to be just a bit shorter (than last year, which in the landscape of 16(?) halloween shows was pretty long), particularly folks who clean up, work the door, are in charge of the venue etc.
I resent that you (dylan) think I (Natalie) want to avoid the awesomeness that was last year, remember the flaming lips? The moment that the show ended, because we completely killed it? Yeah me too. We can deal with this manorobot e Manorobot at a later date. Because defending the choices of a roundtable at roundtable on blog comments sounds like something I usually try to avoid.
I can't imagine how any of these rules make you think you can't have an awesome time?
Sounds like young people thinking to me. Matthew can you translate via skype for me? maybe send him some chillwave that might help?
But we do need some rules, always have, always will.
Sincerely, Natalie. (honestly I am not trying to ruin fun or kill santa or anything)
Matt Maxwell mentioned Sol Collective, and I guess that I can mediate that if necessary.
Delete-Genaro
The rules aren't that prohibitive, really.
ReplyDeleteAlthough I am choosing to ignore the one about max two members from a band because I think those of us flying in from another state deserve a little leeway :)
Realistically, I don't really have the time to put together the Fast Times Band or Apocolypse Now Players, but maybe I can back someone up.
ReplyDeleteCurious: Please tell me someone is going to do Saturday Night Fever. And A Star is Born. Revenge of the Nerds. Danny Offer - you should do the Elliott Smith songs for Good Will Hunting. Smiller, the drummer in The Thing You Do wears the same sunglasses as you! You have to be that guy. Repo Man - Charles!
Jed
I'm no longer in karate kid but its still happening.
ReplyDeleteAndy.
Ps. I think the rules all make sense and I'm for it. I don't like to see dudes in like 4 bands.
I did not think that last year's show was overly long, I thought it was great, but it was by the grace of The Hub and Rick Ele that it could happen. My concern is that we will probably not be able to find a similar happy situation.
ReplyDeleteBut don't let me stop you from dreaming big.
gbomb
Oh, also, I think we could come up with $600. I've also got $50.
ReplyDeleteWhen you requested a show at the Sol Collective, did you tell them that it's a private event? Seems that when you tell a venue that it's a private event than they are way more open to doing it because it's way easier for everyone. The only situation would be the alcohol permit, which would cost us. However, if you think we can pull $600 than I don't think it matters. I'm pretty sure that would cover the cost of the room and convincing them to get the permit for the night. (I also don't know how it works if we are not SELLING alcohol but just consuming alcohol) That's what I found out, anyways.
ReplyDeleteOh yeah, I'm pretty sure Burning Man Back Alley is out. Dude said that cops are keen to bustin' parties there, and was wondering if we were going to pre-sale tickets or what? It's also a brewery with a Foosball table. I know, I know... it sounds like a dream come true! But we wouldn't be able to play the Foosball table (first thing I asked!)... so it sounds more like HELL. I took down his number, but he was talking about how he would have to hire security and alcohol permits...
Also, can we clarify that bringing your own guitar is allowed and encouraged? A back line means that amps and drums (I don't know about cymbals, but I think that depends on whoever is providing the drum set) will be provided, right? That's what I've been telling the Youth when they ask me.
I hope SOL Collective works out. Seems about perfect.
ReplyDelete-miller
Dropping Rocky and movin' right along to claiming the Muppet Movie!
ReplyDeleteCharles is working on the Sol Collective. I said it was a private unadvertised event, but it was just the form on the website. Charles is tracking down a real person. Does anyone else have any Sol Collective connections? I do think it would be the best choice.
ReplyDeleteRick mentioned a VFW in West Sac, I may look into that.
Guitars are personal and people should bring their own, but sharing is encouraged. And also maybe stowing them after your set in the interest of not cluttering up backstage would be great. And I don't know anything about this at all, but the less tuning during set up the better. Can one pre-tune?
Just have it at Luigi's!
ReplyDeleteJust kidding!
i call the soundtrack to amadeus.
ReplyDelete-spencer (new sheriff)
I call The Graduate for me and Tim White, but he doesn't know it yet. Wait'll I tell him! This is in addition to whatever we are going to be for G Bomb's band.
ReplyDeleteC. Harvey
Has anyone contacted the Brickhouse Gallery about doing it there? They do special event rentals. 457-2502, or art@brickhouseoakpark.com.
ReplyDeleteHey guys,
ReplyDeleteErik Hanson here. So next Friday (the 20th) my band The Foxails (myself, Joe Kojima, Joe Carlson, and James Neil) are playing The Bacon Fest at Lugis - bunch of bands playing songs from Kevin Bacon movies. Needless to say I picked the Footloose soundtrack to rock: We'll be doing "Footloose", "Let's Hear it for the Boy", and "Almost Paradise". Epic.
At any rate, it would great to play the Halloween show but not sure if Footloose has been "dibbed" yet, or even if The Foxtails can play.
But we would love do it.
-Erik
Hey Erik, one of the rules is only two members of an existing band.
DeleteOk here's the deal with Andy Tate. Scratch twilight...Andy Tate is calling fast times st ridgemont high and karate kid. Suck it! Love it! Love you!
ReplyDeleteThis feels too early, but I guess I'll claim Dirty Dancing while the iron is hot...
ReplyDelete~Amber (Baby)
The Best Little Whorehouse? Al, can I borrow your Plant wig? Can I get Becky and Natalie to do some barrel-turns for me?
ReplyDeleteamber/dolly
Christine and Charles are calling Dazed and Confused.
ReplyDeleteCharles Albright
ps. My contact at the Sol Collective (Whitney) no longer is affiliated with them.
Also, I am compiling a list of Halloween years and bands. here are the years I have so far:
ReplyDelete1994: Punk
1995: New Wave
1996: Metal
1997: Junky Bands
1998: British Explosion
1999: Girls, Glam, and Goth
2000: No UK or US
2001: All in the Family
2002: Solo Artists
2003: No Theme
2004: The '90s
2005: Coke Bands
2006: no show
2007: no show
2008: Yacht Rock
2009: Blockbuster Bands & Classic Albums
2010: California Gold!
2011: Midwest!
2012: Movie Soundtracks!
I eventually want to get a list of all the bands in these years with band members. Maybe i could start a google document and we could all contribute? Thoughts?
Charles Albright
I think you should start a google document and we can all contribute.
Delete-Alec
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DeleteI'm on it Alec!
DeleteCharles
ps. I was putting together a Rushmore band too. I was waiting until we had the band before we called it. Should we combine efforts?
I'm jumping in here late it looks like. I have no idea who is actually doing what and who is just saying they're doing something. Conversations that usually happen among people trying to get an idea together seem to be getting broadcasted here instead, but whatever. Here are some bands I'm "calling" Ramones rock and roll high school, Nillson The Point, and most importantly Eddie and the Cruisers. There I called things, suck it day shift.
ReplyDeleteI'd like to place my bid for The Bodyguard and Rushmore. I promise to release them as soon as I know I can't do them.
ReplyDeleteAlec
if you need an "I will always love you" singer, i'll be performing it as dolly at some point during the show and could easily shed my fringe and put on a blazer to sing it again as whitney... thinkaboutit.
Deleteif you need another Rushmore member let me know.
DeleteHi everyone, this is jessica brown, i guess i should have got on here a little sooner, but alec posted bodyguard somewhat on behalf of me, i would be doing the whitney houston bits and have hopefully alec, karlos, and another friend on board to be the band so far... if anyone else is interested in being a part of this, let me know. it will be really great i think.
DeleteCandice really wants to Bodygaurd. Someone contact her.
DeleteAmanda, we'd love to have you in our Rushmore band. Gotta talk to those kooky kids.
Sonia, being an out of towner is no big deal, but rather, we don't want existing bands to just cover things. Maybe contact Guphy off the blog and plead your case? or maybe if instruments were switched?it sure would be great to Have DD at the show!
The dreamdate girls would like to do Cocktail.
ReplyDelete-Sonia
Is that a rule violation? Only two people from an existing band rule?
DeleteCharles Albright
ps. No bands from Portland
Damn it Charles! I'm an out-of-towner now, so we could let it slide, right? RIGHT?
Delete-Sonia
Just quit your band that week, problem solved.
DeleteYou're a genius!
DeleteDreamdate is officially broken up until March 11th.
Sonia
Trainspotting has some rad songs. Lust for life, Perfect Day by Lou Reed, New Order, etc. Calling it and out to make it happen and making a ceiling crawling baby.
ReplyDeleteSomebody in charge please call me to get Sol Collective.
what!! I wanna do Rushmore!!
ReplyDeletep.s. It's my favorite movie of all time
ReplyDeleteIt looks pretty full, but if there is room, put Erik and me down for The Sound of Music. Probably just two songs.
ReplyDeleteThanks,
Anna
Nevermind.
Delete-Anna
The Hobbit: claimed (Joel and I so far)
ReplyDeleteThis thread closes on Sunday night!
ReplyDelete'Marie Antoinette'
ReplyDelete-The Violet Green
Rushmore with Professor Albright!
ReplyDeleteAs Gabba was talking about last night with Ben and Ryan, someone needs to convince Justin to do Rock Star. I feel like if I put that here people will peer pressure him into that. So get to it!
ReplyDeleteI couldn't get rushmore together. It's out there. I'm in Karate Kid and Bodyguard. -Alec
ReplyDeleteamanda and gabe calling velvet goldmine
ReplyDeleteLiz Liles, andrew, tad gold, and Peggy Benks calling Valley Girl
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