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The Phantom Critic: March 2006
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The Phantom Critic.a sarcastic flight into the dangerous world of a man who does not exist. Sam Stern, a young writer on a crusade to champion the work of the brilliant, the gifted, the undiscovered - in a city of musicians unwilling to share the spotlight. Wednesday, March 29, 2006. Nail Your Mouths Shut. But since I have a limited amount of time out of my day to do this, let’s get right to the point. Friday night was the Southwest Virginia Metal Fest. Speak of the Devil. Until next we meet. A Time When...
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The Phantom Critic: December 2005
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The Phantom Critic.a sarcastic flight into the dangerous world of a man who does not exist. Sam Stern, a young writer on a crusade to champion the work of the brilliant, the gifted, the undiscovered - in a city of musicians unwilling to share the spotlight. Thursday, December 29, 2005. Two For the Price of One. The theme of this week’s column? Not that kind of co-headlining where the opening band has too much ego to admit they’re. Opening, but an actual division of each band's sets to break up the night.
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The Phantom Critic: November 2005
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The Phantom Critic.a sarcastic flight into the dangerous world of a man who does not exist. Sam Stern, a young writer on a crusade to champion the work of the brilliant, the gifted, the undiscovered - in a city of musicians unwilling to share the spotlight. Monday, November 28, 2005. The music scene in Roanoke justsucks. But someone will resent that. Someone always does. I'm bound to step on someone's toes, and I'm going to draw criticism for my criticism. Ironic, isn't it? And you music lovers aren't le...
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Band Girl: 08/21/05
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Through a series of strange life events, Tracy Morris has found herself deeply engrossed in the Southwest Virginia music scene. Follow the "Band Girl" and her group of friends as they traverse the wild and crazy world of the local band scene. Sunday, August 21, 2005. And then sometimes they aren't quite so easy. I can't wait. I seriously can NOT wait. As wonderful as it's been the past few weeks getting to meet new friends and seeing new bands, I can not wait to see TK-421. As for this past weekend, it w...
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Band Girl: 06/23/05
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Through a series of strange life events, Tracy Morris has found herself deeply engrossed in the Southwest Virginia music scene. Follow the "Band Girl" and her group of friends as they traverse the wild and crazy world of the local band scene. Thursday, June 23, 2005. Yes, I am one of " them. You and all your girlfriends decide to head down to the local neighborhood bar on a typical Saturday night. You've seen this band a couple of times, a few of them are hot, some moreso than others. The music? Well I a...
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Band Girl: 07/24/05
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Through a series of strange life events, Tracy Morris has found herself deeply engrossed in the Southwest Virginia music scene. Follow the "Band Girl" and her group of friends as they traverse the wild and crazy world of the local band scene. Sunday, July 24, 2005. I can say that I have without a doubt THE best friends in the world. Who else will jump into a lake with you, crossdress for a friend and play doctor for you all in one silly little Burning Bridges night? Isaiah, would walk up to the edge, loo...
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Band Girl: 07/21/05
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Through a series of strange life events, Tracy Morris has found herself deeply engrossed in the Southwest Virginia music scene. Follow the "Band Girl" and her group of friends as they traverse the wild and crazy world of the local band scene. Thursday, July 21, 2005. It started off like one of those crazy "Rockstar" stories you'd see on a really good episode of Behind the Music. And make it sound a thousand times better than it would have in a professional studio. A lot of people might have found a day o...
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Band Girl: 07/11/05
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Through a series of strange life events, Tracy Morris has found herself deeply engrossed in the Southwest Virginia music scene. Follow the "Band Girl" and her group of friends as they traverse the wild and crazy world of the local band scene. Monday, July 11, 2005. Ho's, Phonebooks and Ihopping. I really wish I could clone myself so that I could get out and see the abundance of great bands in this area. But really, could the world stand two of me? Johnson (aforementioned friend) and I started the night a...
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Band Girl: 06/25/05
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Through a series of strange life events, Tracy Morris has found herself deeply engrossed in the Southwest Virginia music scene. Follow the "Band Girl" and her group of friends as they traverse the wild and crazy world of the local band scene. Saturday, June 25, 2005. We had a strategy. Look hot, walk in like you own the place, get up front, look interested but not too. In true rockstar fashion, the show started a little late. As the band rolled on the stage, I saw what could have been our golden tick...
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Band Girl: 07/05/05
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Through a series of strange life events, Tracy Morris has found herself deeply engrossed in the Southwest Virginia music scene. Follow the "Band Girl" and her group of friends as they traverse the wild and crazy world of the local band scene. Tuesday, July 05, 2005. People usually balk when they find out how far we drive every weekend. "You live where? Why do you come all the way down here? Friday night of two night gigs are the absolute best! Who gets to play with Wayne's handcuffs this week,". And the ...
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