Free Bim Skala Bim!

Not like Free Tibet. Dan's out of the country, but we assume he's allowed to come back anytime. Here's a little somethin' he sent us cause we told him y'all missed Bim:

Heres a Bim news flash......we found several unrealeased tracks of really rare Bim soul ska and calypso tracks we recorded after the krinkle sessions ....find free mp3s at http://www.facebook.com/l/dfab6;nimbit.com

Happy awesomely gray November day!

Rock on.

Kay Hanley = Fashion Boston

Speaking of bands and fashion, behold Kay Hanley.

(click on the picture to go to the magazine)

Band Fashion - David Lowery

A couple years ago I wrote an article on band fashion because really, who doesn't want to read about band fashion? Having just been to the Cracker show at the Comber, I asked David Lowery first. This is what he said:

I have to credit some of my fashion sensibility to my girlfriend/manager, Velena Vego.

She has been a concert promoter for 18 years and is also a tri-delt. So rock with southern prep.

I'm half English and southern. So the two of us fit together in some way.

For years I dressed better off stage, or at least more conservative offstage. The grunge years were very difficult for me. I dont like baggy clothes.

I am secretly a mathematician who happens to be in a rock band. Hence the underlying collegiate look.

The pseudo western suede jacket was from the vintage store behind the 40 watt. The plaid tie and belt from an urban outfitters.The green gingham shirt was from the old navy in Cambridge. 8 bucks.

And how can you ever go wrong. with classic black converse.

Here's the pseudo western suede in action (5/28/08)

swiped from our facebook page...

Dear Beachcomber,
Me and my gals rented one of the two newest houses on the hill, across from you, last week. If it weren't for you, we would have gone hungry. If it weren't for you, we would have gone thirsty. If it weren't for you, we wouldn't have EVER met your steamy staff. If it weren't for you, we would have listened to a LOT less reggae. And most importantly, if it weren't for you, our summers would NOT be complete! Thank you, Beachcomber, for all that you are. Until next summer, with hopefully one less Tropical Storm Danny, keep us in the loop.
Warmest regards,
Jaime
PS: Todd, he kicks ass.

(thanks, Jaime! we will.)

the last hurrah

Well apparently somebody blinked and now here we are, at the tail end of another summer. How can it possibly be September? Fortunately Labor Day is late this year, so we still have a few days before we officially kiss summer goodbye.

Let's make the most of it, shall we?

First, Easy Star All-Stars will be here Friday, September 4, 10pm ($20)!
This is one of those shows where you should stop reading, click the link at the end of the paragraph, get your tickets and then finish reading.
Easy Star All-Stars has played at major festivals and headlined shows in over 20 countries on 5 continents. Their worldwide album sales have surpassed 250,000 units since 2003, with Dub Side of the Moon spending over 5 years on Billboard’s Reggae Chart. MOJO picked Dub Side as the second best cover album of all time. Radiodread spent almost 2 years on Billboard’s Reggae Chart and earned praise from the members of Radiohead themselves.
http://www.easystar.com/
Tickets on sale now: http://www.thebeachcomber.com/tickets/details?id=8104



And then we have two nights with Spiritual Rez!
Spiritual Rez is a 6 piece reggae horn funk party. Having released two independent records, the band has played with international acts like Jimmy Buffett, Culture, Israel Vibration and Buju Banton as well as have founding Parliament Funkadelic member Bernie Worrell sit in on their live shows.
Spiritual Rez won the 2007 Boston Music Award for Best World Music Act. A unique blend of Reggae, Funk and Afrobeat, this is one of the most energetic live shows around.
http://www.spiritualrez.com/
Saturday, September 5, 10pm $10 and Sunday, September 6, 10pm $10
Tickets on sale now: http://www.thebeachcomber.com/tickets/details?id=8106

Sunday, September 6, 4pm $10
Incredible Casuals
Who knows what special guests will grace the Comber stage this year? What do those Casuals have up their sleeves? Come and find out - and have something to smile about until next May.

On Monday we serve what's left to be served and pour what's left to be poured. It's a good time and you should stop by and hang with us one more day.

But wait! We're not done yet!

Not everything we do happens right here in Cahoon Hollow. Every year we sponsor a charity golf tournament, and this year is no different. We're golfing at Chequessett Yacht and Country Club on September 13. Won't you come? See our website for more information and ways to donate: http://www.thebeachcomber.com/golf/

And has anyone else noticed that the week of October 17 is still available at the Comber cottages? And that Oysterfest is the 17th and 18th? Check out the cottages and save your date now! http://www.thebeachcomber.com/cottages/



Wellfleet Oysterfest: http://www.wellfleetoysterfest.org/

It's hard to imagine a bad week here (that's not in February). Pick your date, pack your fishing rod, throw in a good book and get ready to kick back and listen to the surf. If we weren't already here, we'd totally rent those cottages ourselves.



So happy September everybody! We can't wait to see you this weekend. And beyond!

hurricanes, vacations and reggae (not in that order)

Anyone who's stayed right on the beach in the off season can tell you, there's nothing like it. Wake up to a salty breeze and listen to gulls and surf. Make a cup of coffee, sit on the deck, and be in a hurry for absolutely nothing. Or wake up with the birds and head down to Cahoon Hollow Beach. Have breakfast in town. Take a drive to Provincetown. Visit the rest of Cape Cod National Seashore. It's all still there, just much less crowded.

Why are we tormenting you with this idea? Because we think you need a vacation, and we have just the cottage for you. There's still some September availability in the Comber cottages, just on the other side of the road from the club. Newly renovated, beautifully appointed, and ideally located, these cottages are the place to unwind and enjoy some of the finest days Cape Cod can dish up.

Give us a shout and we'll hook you up (click the link for pictures): http://www.thebeachcomber.com/cottages/

But it's not September yet! We still have a lot of lobsters to cook and a heap of live music is coming our way.

Friday, August 28, 10pm $10
Nate Mott Band
Think Donavon Frankenreiter, Jason Mraz, and Sublime. Now think original songs and four hardworking young musicians. Listen to them on their website and you've got it.
http://www.natemottband.com/

Saturday, August 29, 10pm $10
Roots of Creation
We're lucky enough to get them back for a second show this summer (their tour schedule will make your head spin). Apparently they like Cahoon Hollow Beach as much as we do!
http://www.myspace.com/rootsofcreation

Sunday, August 30, 4pm $10
Incredible Casuals
Last non-holiday Sunday afternoon show!

Tuesday, September 1, 10pm $15
Tarrus Riley
The New York Times just did a great piece on Tarrus Riley. See it here: http://www.nytimes.com/2009/08/23/arts/music/23kenn.html?pagewanted=1&_r=3&ref=arts
And then see him HERE!
Tickets on sale now: http://www.thebeachcomber.com/tickets/details?id=8099
http://www.myspace.com/tarrusriley

Looks like Hurricane Danny is dropping by for a visit this weekend. As much as we could probably do without hurricanes, it would kind of be a shame to miss out on the hurricane Danny jokes. Feel free to leave yours on our Facebook page: http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Wellfleet-MA/Wellfleet-Beachcomber/101634319166?ref=mf

Have a great day! We'll see you in the dunes.

Tickets on sale now!

Oh baby it is HOT!

You know what's good when it's hot? The condensation from a plastic cup held to your forehead, a little something from the raw bar, a whole heap of your closest friends and a view of the Atlantic. We have an entire Cape Cod vacation, right here waiting for you! We even have the t-shirt (buy at the club, at our store on Rte. 6, or online!) http://comberstore.myshopify.com/

It's been so great seeing all your happy faces here in Cahoon Hollow. What a summer it's been so far! It seems a lot of people have taken the advice of one reviewer at Trip Advisor:

"...go to the Beachcomber, early and often. I insist. Just don't take my seat at the bar."

We think it's an excellent idea. Have something to add? By all means, put it here:
http://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g60754-d390313-Reviews-Wellfleet_Beachcomber-Wellfleet_Cape_Cod_Massachusetts.html

It's been a banner year for live music! A bunch of shows have sold out (like tonight's Wailer's show), and the remaining national acts are on the verge of selling out. Click the links (below) and buy your tickets now! No foolin'.

Here's what's going down:

Thursday, August 20, 10pm, $8
Jeff Tuohy Band
This is one hardworking dude. From Northampton, MA, Jeff Tuohy brings us some of this summer's fine, original songwriting. He was new to the Beachcomber in July, and we liked him enough to invite him back for a second show.
http://www.myspace.com/jefftuohy

Friday, August 21, 10pm $20
John Brown's Body
Another second show of the summer, we booked this one because our phones were ringing off the hook long after the first show sold out. Tickets are on sale now, and going fast: http://www.thebeachcomber.com/tickets/details?id=8017
http://www.johnbrownsbody.com/

Saturday, August 22, 10pm $15
Amy Ray Band (of Indigo Girls)
This one's for Indigo Girls fans as well as folks who are looking for something much edgier. Whatever you do, don't come looking for half an Indigo Girls show. Where the Indigo Girls are stripped-down, Amy’s solo albums are urgent, loud, and defiant. Her latest, "Didn't it Feel Kinder" is out on Daemon Records.
http://www.amy-ray.com/
Open this link in another tab, buy tickets, and come back to finish reading: http://www.thebeachcomber.com/tickets/details?id=8096

Sunday, August 23, 4pm $10
Incredible Casuals
(obvs)

Monday, August 24, 10pm $5 (free with pass)
Dance Night with DJ Nomad

Tuesday, August 25, 10pm $5 (free with pass)
Reggae Night with DJ Bud E. Green

Wednesday, August 26, 10pm $5
Earth Jr.
Playing their own original songs, sprinkled with clever covers, this band rocks. They're also some darn good people.
http://www.earthjunior.com/

It's only fair to tell you (you clever people who signed up for these emails AND read to the bottom) that although Easy Star All-Stars don't play for a couple weeks, tickets are on sale now. And you guessed it, they're going fast.
http://www.thebeachcomber.com/tickets/details?id=8104

And that, my friends, is that.

Be cool.