The Night Watchman (Tom Morello)
photo by clint gilders - staff photographer
The Night Watchman (Tom Morello)
photo by clint gilders - staff photographer
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One of the cool yet equally frustrating things about SXSW is the secret show.
Sometimes these are shows by big name artists who aren't on the regular schedule. Sometimes it's an additional show by an already scheduled artist. Either way, they are rumor fodder and often difficult to find.
The rumor mill coughed up that Tom Morello would be playing an unannounced show in the secondary room at Stubb`s BBQ, so after a quick stop at the Hilton to unload some photos, I scurried, like a mouse after cheese, to try and get into the Secret Show.
When I strolled in, there were few others in attendance. This quickly changed though, and I was glad I'd staked out my piece of floor by the stage. Yes, I'm there to get pictures, but I am a huge fan. I put my cameras away for most of the show to give him the respect he deserved. Tom played as the Night Watchman and shared with us some powerful folk music. This is angry folk with a heavy hand and in your face lyrics. Tom is a revolutionary, and he is going about it in the correct non-violent way. During lots of bands I'll stroll out part way through their set. Tom Morello was among the elite few (including Serena Ryder, the Zico Chain, and Lemon Sun) thatI hung around for. Thank you Tom! Cheers mate!!!
After that there was nothing to do but to set a course for bed. On my way I
HAD TO have my nightly slice of Roppolo's Pizza. That has to b the finest pizza I have ever tasted. Since I only partake in the god's greatest gift to man, beer, when it's free at the day parties, know that I am stone cold sober when I eat this pizza so there are none of the alcohol induced flavor enhancers. If you come to Austin, go see live music but also go eat a deluxe slice from Roppolo's Pizza.
BTW: As I write this I am two-fisting my coffee into me courtesy of the blessed little machine in our room. It brews two individual cups of coffee at one time. I gots to get me one!
