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!
Good grief, how is it December already? I know, I say that every month, but December somehow hits harder. But it’s a great excuse to remind you that books make great gifts! Which reminds me, my publisher Not a Pipe Publishing is celebrating their new online shop with a special coupon deal. For the rest of December, anyone who buys a book (like one of mine?) and uses the code DecemberWriter at checkout will get $5 off a shirt, sweatshirt, or hat in the clothing category on the site. Find the shop HERE. And Seattle-area shoppers can get signed copies of any of my books at the Roosevelt High School Holiday Bazaar next Saturday, December 13, 10 am — 5 pm. Find me and other local authors in the Author Event Network booth in the RHS Commons.
Meanwhile, musical artists continue to offer the gift of band names. If you are able, please buy these bands’ music and merch. And … hit the subscribe button at the lower right to never miss a post.
Baby Grendel
A prequel to Beowulf. You know, for kids.
Catbite
They look so small, soft, and cute, but never forget cats are ferocious predators with sharp, germ-laden fangs. If that bite manages to break the skin, go straight to the ER.
House Phone
I’m old enough to remember when that’s what you had: one phone for the whole household. You didn’t know who was calling, anyone in the family might answer, and you couldn’t monopolize it without getting into trouble.
Iridescent Infidelity
It might sparkle and shine, but it’s still cheating.
The Hyphens
I love it when I get to celebrate punctuation and band names at the same time. I’m reminded of all those kids with hyphenated last names who are now old enough to get married and have their own kids. What will they do with the last name?
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Karen Eisenbrey 