Naming a band is an act of concentrated creative expression. Since 2010, Square Pig in a Round Hole has been rewarding 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 Stranger’s Everout nightlife listings for abundant source material!
For now, the first amendment still protects your right to name your band however you want as long as you don’t infringe any trademarks. As usual, the local live music listings did not let me down, and that’s worth celebrating.
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Bear Ghost
Neighborhood decor indicates that spooky season is here, but the weather still looks nice enough for hiking and camping. No idea if the usual safety measures have any effect on the spirits of departed bears. Use your best judgment.
Hated Noise
Maybe you’ll like it better if you call it music.
Loud Flowers
That buzz you hear in the garden is pollinators at work. Let the flowers enjoy these last warm days.
The Rags
Fancy costumes are not required to put on satisfying show. Something tattered might be more authentic.
Skinshape
The body’s largest organ has little shape of its own. For best results, wear it over a bone framework with padding of muscle and fat.
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Karen Eisenbrey 