Hey from Denver!

Hey guys!

Megan from Project Film here! We’re in Denver today taking in some relaxation time before a few more days of intense driving on the tail end of our west coast tour. This morning the boys slept in, but I got up so I have the privilege of using my extra time to write you this tour blog! Currently sitting in a cute coffeeshop called St. Marks.

Last night we played in Fort Collins, CO at a sweet DIY space. They use empty storefronts for music and arts programming. We played in this big reverb-y room and listeners came and went all night. It was a really cool and different vibe and we were able to try out some new covers we’ll be doing for you all at our next shows (hint hint: one is a very unconventional version of a conventional song – it’s sweet). Fort Collins is a cute town, with great independent establishments and a ton of local breweries. I recommend making a stop there next time you’re in the CO.

The night before we played Provo, UT in an all ages space that was similarly cool. We also ate Diary Queen.

Before that was San Francisco – our best show of the tour so far. Kimo’s was a sweet venue and we stayed at our drummer Dylan’s uncle’s beautiful house on top of an intense hill. Parking was scary – the car felt like it would roll over. We drove down Lombard Street late after our show which was pretty epic. And then proceeded to sleep for three hours before leaving for Utah.

The drives have been pretty amazing the whole way. On the way down to San Fran from Portland, we took the coastal route and spotted tons of seals, pelicans, and beautiful ocean views. We had some clam chowder. We went to Amoeba Records in San Fran (did we mention Jackpot Records and Everyday Music in Portland? If not, they were great). The San Fran to Utah drive had the great salt desert, which none of us even knew existed. It was probably what it feels like to be on Mars. Except salty. Surreal either way. 

Excited to get play in Denver tonight and Des Moines tomorrow. And also really excited to get back to our little hometown of Chicago. We miss you all and can’t wait to see you at the Whistler on August 14, where we play with the superb local band Nelken. It will be ah-mazing. And previously mentioned cover will be pulled out in full force. As will our new tour-backed musical skillz.

See you soon, Megan/pf