DAGMAR: BLOG

Several years ago, my son Lewis brought his college band, "Johnny Divine and the Nines" from Philadelphia to New York City to "open" for DAGMAR at GALAPAGOS ART SPACE in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.  A year later, Lewis' close friend Aziz, who was the keyboard player in "Johnny Divine", an eloquent writer and utterly unique, soulful individual, wrote about that experience on his blog, reflecting back on the occasion when hearing the Dagmar song "Give Me The Rifle" for the first time.  His writing is a joy to read, and his take on "Rifle" still, after several years, puts a lump in my throat.  You'll find it on his blog here:

A NECESSARY REPLY TO THE INDIFFERENCE OF YOUTH

The most satisfying lyrics are those that offer multiple meanings, and allow the listener the opportunity to overlay their own point of view.  Thank you, Aziz . . . beautifully, thoughtfully done.

I dedicate today's blog entry to my mother Kaki, who died three years ago today; to parents trying to do right by their kids.

-- Jim Bauer, Feb 23, 2010