Last week's Stump-links

Last week's "Spill the Beans" newspaper column, You Say Cocoa, I Say Cacao.

A Rotary Exchange group from Sweden spent a little time with us at Stumpjack while touring various sites in the county...a lovely group of people. Here's one of their journal entries, giving a brief and generous nod to Stumpjack (great image of the outside of the shop too).

Icarus Drifting performed at Stumpjack Friday night (May 14th). The guys and their music were a revelation, they were that good. Brian (Powell) took his usual bunch of excellent photos (Brian's Flickr set). You can check the band out on their ReverbNation site, listen to some tunes and become a fan.

Lillie Lemon Canceled because of Lewis & Clark

Tonight's performance by Lillie Lemon will have to be rescheduled because those trouble-making explorers Lewis & Clark are up their old tricks again. Here's Lillie:

Hello dear Lemon Heads!

As I promised, I'm writing a note to explain why Saturday's show has to be rescheduled. I hope you all agree that I faced a tough decision - and that I made the right choice, given the circumstances!

A few months back, Professor Nate Lowe approached me about a course he was hosting with another professor that would be an Honors seminar called the Louis and Clark Expedition. I've always been interested in the early West, and was psyched about the course. The last week would be spent on the Missouri River, canoeing the same route that the famous duo took for part of their excursion.

Unfortunately, I wasn't able to save up enough money to go on the trip, so I had to bow out of the course.

Last week, my friend Ross, who was going on the trip, rolled his ankle (oh no!) and could no longer go on the trip. However, he could not get his deposit back from the outfitters, and he and Nate both decided that they would gift this opportunity to me.

Of course, I didn't know what to do! I love Stumpjack's place so much and I didn't want to disappoint anyone, so I asked David, Stump's owner, for advice. He said, with a full heart, go for it. So, I'm totally going for it!

There it is. I hope you all feel I made the right decision here. Stay tuned for a new show for the awesome Stumpjack Coffee Co.

Peace and Love and Canoes,
Lillie Lemon

Icarus/Drifting & Lillie Lemon

This Friday, May 14 at 7:00pm the alternative rock band Icarus/Drifting will perform at Stumpjack. This is from their website (sounds pretty darn intriguing):

Somewhere between sediment and sky, the elements that comprise the sound of Icarus/Drifting unite. Founded in 2006 by singer/songwriter Eric Cox, Icarus/Drifting has garnered a reputation as one of the most unique, powerful, and passionate acts to take the stage in recent memory.  Cox - a lyrical disciple of influences ranging from Neil Young through Bono, Eddie Vedder, and Ray Lamontagne - began the group with a bold premise in mind:  A band that could blur the edges between folk, rock, blues, indie, and classical music;  A band with a distinctive sound – singular and inimitable;  A band grounded in lyrics and melody, lifted by the sonic grace of a violin and propelled by the driving rhythms of guitar, bass, and drums. The result is a virtual tour de force on the modern music scene.

Saturday, May 15 at 7:00pm will see the return of one of our favorite fun-time bands, Lillie Lemon. Three reviews from the CDBaby site:

"Lillie Lemon gives the music world a sour twist with an inventive and emotionally honest approach to her sound. Experience the voice adored by "Lemonheads" everywhere. The definition of bliss. Such a fun, personable, outstanding musical group that entertains and plays their hearts out."

"Delicate soulful vocals that are so captivating, you keep coming back for more. Be forewarned, once you hear "Nobody to Thank" once or twice, you might find it stuck in your head for days. This entire album shows a group with much promise to go far. It immediately jumped to the top of my favorite playlist."

"This initial effort by these most tallented artists provokes the mundance into quiet bliss. Folks, get ready to meld into the next O'conner and Bjork combined. A must try."