From: Popdude@aol.com
>
> Even though one band didn't show---bastards---there was still plenty of
swell
> pop to go around.  I was particularly fond of local faves sparkle*jets uk
> (cool covers of The Masticators' "He's Coming Out" and ELO's "Above the
> Clouds"---Mike Simmons is a rawk god), John Hoskinson (smooth 'n' easy pop
'n' roll),
> The Irises (cool cover of "Roxy Roller") and the hugely talented Eugene
> Edwards. If you haven't bought Gene's debut record yet, what the hell are
you waiting
> for?
>

The Phamous Phaces put a on a really nice pop set, ending with a cover of
Glad Girls.  I always enjoy seeing them play.  Cherry Blossom Clinic had
some really cool tunes but their set was just too loud.

Speaking of John Hoskinson,  his new cd Miscellaneous Heathen sold the most
copies during entire festival at a single show!   It's definitely a good
one.  Very pretty,  one of those cd's that just gave me chills.

Cathy