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I often get asked the question, “Cory, what do bands do
when they’re not recording or touring?” In all actuality, I have never been asked that
question, but if I was, the response would be very simple. Band members usually relax,
write new music, and form some side projects.
The band Incubus is no
different. After a long time on the road in support of their release Morning
View, the boys decided it was time for some relaxation. However, a couple of them
found it a little difficult to stay away from playing live music for too long. On
January 24, 2003, Michael Einziger (guitar) and Jose Pasillas II (drums) got together
with some of their musically inclined friends to form Time-Lapse
Consortium.
Poets talk about taking the path less traveled—and this was
the route taken for the members of this group. The musical quality is different from
what Incubus fans hear on their albums. The entire CD is instrumental, except for the
cover of “A Certain Shade of Green.” Live at the Roxy Theater has a feel a bit
similar to 70s surf music, mixed in with the right amount of Latin
Jazz.
“Grimace” is the first song on the CD—not something you’ll do when
you hear it. Trust me. A heavy bass line played by Ben Kenney (formally of the Roots)
introduces the track to the avid listener. Then, in the words of Emeril Lagasse, “BAM!”
The brass section and organ join in to set the tone not only for this song, but also for
the entire CD. For another song that has a sweet bass line accompanied by the organ,
check out “Come Back Boomerang.”
Ending the CD is “Tres Puntos.” This
song was written about where many of the musicians used to go surfing. In it is a sample
of a famous theme song from a 70s police show. I’m going to leave it up to you to figure
it out.
Time-Lapse Consortium is a fantastic side project for all of these
people. It really displays their musical ability. Live at the Roxy Theater
indicates that American Idol contestants are not the only talented musicians in
the world. This disc can only be ordered online, so check out www.enjoyincubus.com.
