A Bitter World Series Rant and the Lovely Sounds of Vaz...

So, how unremarkable was that World Series? Regardless of who won, it was kind of painful at times to watch. I don’t know what I was expecting, but I guess I wasn’t looking for a slew of throwing errors and Chris Duncan’s very own blooper reel in right field. It was just a sloppy series from both teams. Really, when it comes down to it the team that played the least half-assed came out on top. I did notice that Eckstein won the series MVP award, which in turn sports writers are falling over themselves to write their very own article about him. He has grit, shows hustle, and by god if he isn’t pesky. Did you people know that? I mean I sure didn’t after a years worth of baseball. It may sound like I dislike the guy, when really I don’t. He has gotten all he can get out his limited ability, which deserves some credit. However all the press and hearing analysts basically jerk off over him on air just gets old. I would have rather seen someone like Molina get the MVP since he basically came out of offensive hibernation to hit like a damn madman. Not only that, but he probably had a hand in helping Jeff Weaver look like a fucking stud in the postseason. But no, Eckstein who was a prime beneficiary of some poor play on the defensive side of the Tigers got the MVP…because he is 5’7 and sprints down the line when he walks. Man, I sound bitter…

Anyway, I did a poor job updating last week so that’s the reason I am making a rare appearance here on a Saturday, that and I wanted to write about how shitty the World Series was. I still don’t have much for today however, but I figure it’s better than nothing right? I have been trying to think of something to post for Vaz, who are up there on my list of favorite bands. I like all three of their albums almost equally, which makes it hard for me to decide on what to choose. So, I’ve decided to post their first single on Reptilian Records from 1998. Both songs are entirely bad ass if you ask me, which makes it well worth throwing up. If you're not familiar with Vaz, the band is made up of Paul Erickson and Jeff Mooridian who both used to play in Hammerhead together. Originally only a duo, they've recently welcomed a second guitarist to the fold. Vaz is every bit as noisy as the members previous outfit, however it has a bit darker vibe cast over it. Although I love Hammerhead, I am probably an even bigger fan of Vaz. Anyway, here is their 7" on Reptilian...

Vaz - Hey One Cell [MP3]
Vaz - No Leaf Clover [MP3]

This is still available from Reptilian Records and as always it's recommended to get the real deal. So yeah, there you go. Enjoy!