Naming a band is an act of concentrated creative expression. Square Pig in a Round Hole exists to reward five favorite band names each week. Winners are (usually) listed alphabetically.
Selection is wholly unscientific and subject to whim, with a bias toward wordplay, humor, and local flavor. In most cases, I won’t know anything about the bands at the time of selection. Thanks to the Seattle Times and The Stranger nightlife listings for abundant source material!
But if you’re here for band names, I completely support that, too. If you are able, please buy these bands’ music and merch to encourage them as we perhaps move into less interesting times. And … hit the follow button at the lower right to never miss a post!
Anti Social Rollerskating Club
As an introvert, I have to respect any group activity that openly proclaims its antisocial leanings. These are my people. We will be hanging out at the rink, separately, not talking.
Fly Honey
The insect has been attracted. The introduction has been made.
Hilltop Rats
A higher class of vermin.
Sinking Season
Imagine if gravity had a set time of year.
Worms in Dirt
Like pigs in mud or bugs in rugs, the worms are where they belong, in their comfort zone, doing their critical task.
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Karen Eisenbrey 