Post #187923 by seamus on Wed, Sep 21, 2005 10:24 AM

I'm not sure that it's meant to be about Easter Island literally, but it's a story about a people who live on an island, who use up all their natural resources. As they begin to understand their fate, they "carve monuments to the angry gods", and watch the birds fly home for winter.
"We've got to get off of this island".

The Portland show was spectacular. The room at the Doug Fir Lounge is subterranean and on the small side. There were about 250 people which made it feel full, but not packed.
Most in attendance appeared to be dedicated fans and more than a few people made long journeys to be present for the first NMA show in 12 years for Portland. It's a different band for sure since then, but Justin still has the same intensity, conviction, and believability as ever. They played two quite long encores, digging deep into their playlist, and I think they would've played longer if the club allowed it. It almost made the 12 year wait worth it!

I gave Justin one of my small Moais after the show.