[SHOW PREVIEW] Jerry's Sasquatch Festival Recs

If I was a rich man, I would go to Sasquatch! I could visualize it now: I pitch my ten-man tent (for two of course), bust out my endless supply of micro brews (and a few Raniers too), and proceed to enjoy a diverse line up of bands. At some point, a grill would appear meaning two things: steak and chicken.

Ahhhhhh, the high life.

But that's not gonna happen to me. Nope, but that should not deter you from moseying over to the Red Side and enjoying some live music, despite the fact you might sleep in the mud with lofty dreams of a tent. Don't worry, gallons of beer assuage discomfort. Trust me.

Who would I see? Looking at the list solidifies the fact I'm musically illiterate, ensuring introductions to several acts would be inevitable - still doesn't render the broke situation.

Can you say, "Netflix Weekend?"

However, one can dream and having a forum to relay my opinion on who to see, well, I'll take full advantage!

1) Massive Attack

These guys just don't make it to the Pacific Northwest often. It is THE REASON to venture into the Redlands and part with your hard earned cash. They would be perfect under the big eastern sky. On Sunday, I will wish to be vegging on Massive Attack under the stars.

2) Public Enemy

My heart shatters when one of my students talks about Flavor Flav as the weird guy on tv with the tall weird chick who once donned the label RED SONJA! Oh, oh, she played Ivan Drago's wife too in Rocky IV. Classy films from a classy lady who recently dated Flav on Reality TV for all to see.

Oh shit. That's what I'm referring too! Flav's legacy seems in jeopardy. We must inform the youth about one of the most important hip hop groups ever: PUBLIC ENEMY. The children must be told "Don't Believe the Hype" and watching Channel Zero can permanently damage the brain, so it's crucial to "Fight the Power"!

CRUCIAL! Tell 'em Chuck.

PE definitely proved ahead of its time. They preached intellect over bling. Public Enemy's music still resonates in our times today. Look at "By the Time I Get To Arizona." Yes, it was an editorial to the Arizona public after voting down MLK day (What?!?), but it doesn't look like much has changed. The importance of PE's voice cannot be denied.

PE's anger and sarcasm reminds me of a Hip Hop DK and it seems Hip Hop could use another PE, which would provide a shot in the arm and rectify an ailing Hip Hop scene. You want to see a classic, go check out Chuck and PE!

3) WEEN

These guys have shit loads of albums, but I always go back to God/Satan, truly one of the most bizarre albums ever produced. Seeing these crazy fucks (a compliment!) will truly rock one's world. Who knows what to expect?

There are my picks. Go have fun. Drink a Ranier for me and rest well in the mud with your permagrin.

Massive Attack - "Teardrop"