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November 24, 2008

J Mello-Dark Matter-Questions

Good morning. We had a great time at Shark Club playing with J Mello. I saw Amber and Kim and some other friends but I didn't get a chance to meet Ryan and Andrew. J and I are playing again in Portland OR on Wed Dec 3rd at The Refectory. Once again, if anyone would like to come to this show let me know and I will hook it up. What is my connection with J Mello? Well, I met him through DJ Skribble and he has joined us for several performances over the past year. Since then, he and I have done some work on his upcoming album which should be out sometime early next year. In short, he is an artist that I believe in as he has an undeniable stage presence and is coming from such an honest place lyrically. The son of a founding member of Kool and the Gang, J takes elements of hip hop, R & B, dance, goth, rock and fuses them together with musical mash-ups and original compositions to create a unique bed for his melodic and sometimes painful stories. You can find out more about J Mello on his MySpace Page.

This week on Dark Matter (Wed 12a-2a Indie 103.1FM) we have an in studio performance from Grace & Manners. We will also, of course, be taking your calls throughout the show at 877-900-1031.

I'd be happy to take some questions today, (I know... I haven't been very good at this) provided they are questions I can answer.

November 24, 2008 09:50 AM


Comments

Hey Dave,
Here's a question for you, and I know I'm not the only one wondering--any plans in the near future to make it out to the East Coast? It's torturous for us all to watch all the good stuff going on and not being able to go!!

Also, did you come up with any extra posters from the El Cid show?

Have a great Thanksgiving, everyone.

~Sue

Posted by: Sue [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 10:16 AM


I'm the "other friends"!!!! lol

Thanks again for being so approachable Saturday night! I've been wanting to thank you in person for years for being such an inspiration to me~~

Melissa

Posted by: SweetMelis [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 10:19 AM


Hey here's a question for you. I see that you're playing Ibanez guitars now. Why the switch? Are you still going to endorse PRS, is this just to bring back that OG feel to Jane's? Killer shows by the way, great thanks for doing this for all of us.

Posted by: JohnnyBlaze [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 10:46 AM


um I second Sue!

Q-How are you guys deciding on the set lists for these little shows?

(ps this typekey problem is pissing me off...)

Posted by: Robin [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 10:51 AM


I know how Sue and Robin feel...I'm from Jersey and it killed me to never be able to see you...so I moved!! lol, it wasn't the main reason...but it sure made the list!! It was worth the trip!!

Posted by: SweetMelis [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 11:22 AM


Can you leak some surprise guests for the upcoming CF shows? Really hoping for Michael Anthony and Sammy Hagar.

Posted by: bailorgana [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 11:34 AM


Thank you so much Dave Navarro for putting me on the guest list at the Shark Club. The first riff you played was absolutely magnificent and hypnotizing from the finger picking to the full on strumming. Thanks again for being so gracious. I had a blast! I later went to a party in the Burbank hills where the lead singer of Anthrax sometimes goes. If you want to go, send me an email with the new meaning of your tattoo so I know it's you. It almost always happens on saturday nights from 11 pm until 1pm the next day. They have a stripper pole, a pool table, and arcades inside his house and a pool outside overlooking a beautiful view. This is a private party and my way of thanking you is inviting you. I hope to hear from you.

Posted by: Ryan [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 11:45 AM


Move from NYC? Would never EVER happen....for anything.


Except perhaps when I retire and I move to the "6th boro" also known as Miami ;-)

Posted by: Robin [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 11:48 AM


What are the chances of Jane's playing a NYE show. I can't think of a better way to bring in the new year!

Posted by: poopoopoo [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 12:20 PM


Hi Dave,

Glad you're still "doin yer thang" in Indie 103.1. Any chance of getting more Dark Matter podcasts posted? I live in Canada and this is about the only way I can get my weekly dose of Navarro.

BTW, you should book a Camp Freddy gig or two in Calgary, Alberta Canada soon.

Keep Rockin!
Mr. Rock & Roll

Posted by: Mr. Rock & Roll [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 12:39 PM


We are trying to fix the comment issue. Be patient and we'll get there.

Posted by: bobbyc [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 12:39 PM


Dave, have you had a chance to watch 24 Redemption, the two hour TV Movie that aired last night? It got me hooked again, looks like it will be a pretty exciting season. Tony Almeida will be back.

Posted by: Linda from San Diego [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 01:08 PM


I will always be east coast in my heart, it just wreaked too much havoc on my soul.... I'm in a much better place here. It's not for everyone. I completely understand why some people never leave. There are things I miss terribly, and I weigh the pros and cons of what's good for me and what's bad for me. I'm just better here.

Posted by: SweetMelis [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 01:08 PM


~What are your plans for Thanksgiving?

~Have you listened to the newest NIN stuff (Ghosts & The Slip)? What do you think?

~Any netflix recommendations? (That's my Thanksgiving plans! Watching tons of OnDemand movies w/ my roomate)

Hope everyone has a great week! Have fun in Portland, it's freeeeeezin up there this time of year. Definitely not like our 70/80 degree days lately! But hey, at least it gives you a chance to bust out the scarf, gloves and leather trench! lol

xoxo
Amber

PS. Linda-24 was hella good last night. Im sooo excited Tony Almeda is coming back...should be an interesting season for sure!

Posted by: Ambersonian [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 02:10 PM


Can I post now? Tried a few times and kept being told I had to register after it welcomed me....

Have you watched DWTS? Brooke should win!!! And Derek said he and Shannon Elizabeth are still an item.... do you keep in touch with either of these ladies? I remember Hollywood Hold'em, poolboy, you!

Would you do another reality show? If so, what would it be?

Happy Thanksgiving!

Always,
me

Posted by: Angel [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 02:15 PM


Oh yeah...and what are your thoughts on Hillary being the Sec of State?

Posted by: Ambersonian [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 02:18 PM


Not sure if this is working or not.

But Dave what made you want to go acoustic for the show Sat night?

Amber and I loved it.

Posted by: Sassycc [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 02:32 PM


THANKS AGAIN AMBERSONIA!!!!

MUAH!

Posted by: Sassycc [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 02:33 PM


Who draws the crowd, who plays so loud
Baby, it's the Guitar Man
Who's gonna steal the show, you know
Baby, it's the Guitar Man
He can make you love, he can make you cry
He will bring you down, he don't get high

Posted by: Anomaly [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 02:50 PM


Do you ever listen to the Mars Volta? If so, what do you think of their music and revolving cast of musicians (along with their two primary members, Omar and Cedric)?

Posted by: matt155387 [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 03:02 PM


Who is she?

Posted by: Anomaly [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 03:12 PM


Hey dude,

Any updates on what's happening with SpreadTV?

Can you let us know if Todd has/is wroking on any video from the La Cita or El Cid shows?

Obviously I'd love to ask about JA stuff; however, I'm confident that topics resides outside of the questions you can answer now terrain. I'm just guessing that all will be revealed in due time... ;)

Posted by: Spencer [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 04:26 PM


Are you still planning to record another solo album, or is that on hold for now?

Posted by: egross [TypeKey Profile Page] at November 24, 2008 04:49 PM