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Thorns of Life (Jawbreaker, Crimpshrine) plans Bay Area show

Contributed by fuzzy. Posted by aubin on Tuesday, December 16, 2008 at 1:00 PM (EST)

Black Schwarzenbach's new band. The Thorns of Life has announced a Bay Area show for January. The band features the influential Jawbreaker and Jets To Brazil frontman on guitar, Aaron Elliott of the Cometbus zine, Crimpshrine and Pinhead Gunpowder on drums and actress / musician Daniela Sea on bass. Sea performed in Berkeley punk rock acts the Gr'ups and Cypher In The Snow and most recently appeared on Showtime series The L Word.

The show takes place January 31st, 2009 at 924 Gilman Street in Berkeley, California and the show will also feature Off with Their Heads, Hunx and His Punx, The Re-Volts and Comadre.

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freesandwich (December 16, 2008)

baldsteve is stoked

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

DAMN IT!! I thought I was the first one! This sucks!

GlassPipeMurder (December 16, 2008)

i'd wager just about everyone here is stoked.

HairySteve (December 16, 2008)

I'm not.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

I'm a fan. a big fan.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

You're goddamn right he is. Just wish I weren't on the East Coast for this.

Off With Their Heads and This... that's such a great show

lostandclowned (December 16, 2008)

owth are stoked.

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

baldsteve is stoked while JawbreakerSucks is not.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Don't play Busy, Imaginary, Incomplete, Seethruskin.... or any other song, please.

MilesQToast (December 16, 2008)

Do you really think they are horrible or is it more that you think they get more credit than they deserve?

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

I really think they're awful.... no song writing or song playing ability.

Really, I think the only appropriate thing for Blake et al. to do is get up on that stage, not play any songs, and apologize for wasting all of our time with crappy music in the 90's and early 00's.

Gritty (December 16, 2008)

I don't think saying Jawbreaker sucks is far off. I remember reading in some magazine article back in the day that Jawbreaker was the West coast's answer for Fugazi. That is why I checked them out, and needless to say was extremely disappointed. It's not JBs fault that the mag made the awful comparison, but I'll always remember it. I never understood the hype, too poppy for me.

Strange thing is, I feel Blake is a lyrical genius on Jets to Brazil's Orange rhyming. Four cornered night is a good record too. Perfecting loneliness is a bit of a snoozer though.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Why would they? Your schtick is without merit. That band is dead.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Like it'd be at all surprising if Blake tried to milk nostalgia for some extra cash.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

I would say that it WOULD be surprising, and a bit like raping the past. Why would he want to do that? You always come back to the money aspect.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Watch and see. The fans will go nuts, and Blake will die a little inside. You'll be able to see him wince from the pain in his solar plexus.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Not this fan, that shit happens and I'm bowing out.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

I will remember this and call you on it when it doesn't happen. What will you owe me?

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

'call you on it when it doesn't happen'?

Call ME on it? I didn't claim anything was happening, you did. All I said is that if Jawbreaker tunes start coming out of em, I'm done.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

So, when they bust out "Sea Foam Green", and you stand there cheering, what do I get?

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Not going to fucking happen my dear friend. They bust shit out, I'm leaving. I quit going to Jets to Brazil shows when people seemed to care more about screaming their love for their dear Front-man than actually enjoying the show.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

I'm reminded right now of everyone I knew in high school...

"I'll never break edge..."

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Except the people you were in high school are like the people I went to High School with...idiot.

I'm not talking out of my ass, I hate people. Shit takes a wrong turn and I'm out.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

that was poorly worded and typed quickly.

Wasn't calling you the idiot, but the hypothetical High School attendees...

stupid fingers

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Except the people you were in high school are like the people I went to High School with...idiot.

OK, so if I really were Blake, I'd have to disown you for this bloody abortion of a sentence.

Convinced yet?

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

I already made amends for my poor diction. There is no sense of ownership between me and your apparent arch-enemy.

I'm not convinced of much more than you having a crush on me.

It's cool, I like you too.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Sorry, I gave up on dudes long ago.

And on Jawbreaker fans even longer ago.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Yet you are still here with me. I'm touched.

You'll be back after the balls... they'll be here waiting for you.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

That's disgusting and you should be ashamed of yourself.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

It is. I am.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

A sex deflection via unwelcome advance is no way to win an argument about how much Jawbreaker sucks.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

We are never going to reach an agreement on that one. Your username screams bias. There is no real argument here.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

The only real bias is the voltage that goes through my amp, baldie.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

That remains to be seen...

Curious about what you play.

Time to go home, until next time..

the_creeps (December 16, 2008)

flaming flamers flame

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

FACT: 9 out of 10 Jawbreaker fans don't recognize the ironic tone of "Indictment."

TheSandwiches (December 16, 2008)

Hi Blake.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Really? You really think he's on here, slandering his first band for no reason?

When he could be screwing luscious NYC undergraduates instead?

You make no sense.

TheSandwiches (December 16, 2008)

I find it interesting that someone so vehemently against Jawbreaker would spend the time to find facts about the band(including: Bake's current profession, his sisters name ect.) and go as far as to read lyrics, and know the names of songs on most of their records.
So you are either:
1. A decent troll with way to much time on your hand.
2. Bald Steve bored at work.
3. Blake.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

While #2 is true...no.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

And #1 or #2 aren't much more likely than #3?

Do you realize the true meagerness of the traffic on this site? What are the odds?

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

You're the math-magician...you tell me.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Almost zero.

Blake Schwarzenbach probably doesn't even know this site exists, no matter how much you like posting here you must recognize that.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

I'm met him on numerous occasions. I could give a flying shit if he reads anything I do while being bored at work. We aren't friends or buddies. What's your excuse?

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Excuses are for people who do things they regret.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Excellent, nice fortune cookie response.

Why would you waste so much time here posting about something you claim to care so little about?

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

What are you trying to say?

Blake lives below me and I find him annoying and deified for no reason by legions of fans.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Some people may deify the guy, others are fans of his stuff. Ever have an artist you gave a shit about? Some people collect paintings, some people collect music. You are just bitter for some unknown reason.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Bitter? Never.

Jawbreaker is mediocre, plain and simple. That's all I'm saying.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

It's an excellent opinion to carry. Lucky for us, people have differences in opinion.

Until the President of the Anarchy Club calls the next meeting and says that isn't allowed (you never know with that guy)

lostandclowned (December 16, 2008)

I disagree with this. I think to legitimately dislike something, you have to research it thoroughly. I don't like Nickelback but I couldn't name you more than an album's worth of their songs, you know?

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Exactly. Defend them as you may, there's no excuse for liking Jawbreaker.

FranklinStein (December 16, 2008)

it's JAWBREAKER you motherfucker!!!!!!

bluexmaslights (December 16, 2008)

you know what, i'm perfectly happy believing that baldsteve, jawbreaker and blake are all one person.

bluexmaslights (December 16, 2008)

*baldsteve, jawbreaker sucks and blake

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Just because YOU have split personalities, doesn't mean EVERYONE does.

Didn't your hero Blake write a song about that very subject?

bluexmaslights (December 16, 2008)

why yes he did

binaural111 (December 17, 2008)

a bitter ex?

the_other_scott (December 16, 2008)

more overrated 90s punk band. Lifetime or Jawbreaker? I'm going with Lifetime, but both pretty close.

lostandclowned (December 16, 2008)

nofx

TrueBeliever (December 16, 2008)

Pearl Jam?

Ven89 (December 16, 2008)

Lifetime sucks. Jawbreaker's awesome.

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

You're just saying this so everyone hear will complain. If i'm right, kudo.

Actually the most overrated 90's punk is none other than the Casualties.

Rodeo (December 16, 2008)

I think we have a winner right here.

Jay3313 (December 16, 2008)

Good answer.

the_other_scott (December 16, 2008)

i'm saying it because its true. but also, were the casualties ever highly rated by anybody?

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

You'd be surprised. I went to Riot Fest this year and a shit load of people were there for them. A crap load of people came to see them in Fargo. You'd be really surprised.

joemomma420666 (December 16, 2008)

So...would I be surprised?

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

Surprise!!

MattRamone (December 16, 2008)

This.

Dudley_Shale (December 16, 2008)

Lifetime sucks.

Jake358 (December 16, 2008)

No. I enjoy them so much more than Jawbreaker.

pufferfish (December 16, 2008)

You suck. And you're fat.

TheRepoMan (December 25, 2008)

ftw

JoelSweetheart (December 16, 2008)

Nirvana.

Rodeo (December 16, 2008)

Nirvana was as punk as Sex Pistols.

Fucking not punk at all.

TrueBeliever (December 16, 2008)

Well that was a little redundant

the_other_scott (December 16, 2008)

fuck. you win.

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

I'd put Nirvana in a category of its own.... most overrated band EVER!! I've been under a lot of fire because of that but fuck it! They were not that great! Kurt Cobain was a lousy guitarist and singer, but Rolling Stone always has him in the Top Ten of everything!

horcruxes (December 16, 2008)

first thing that came to mind. even if they aren't punk.
they're entirely overrated caused by everyone pitying Cobain's death...

or so i've been theorizing for the past few years.

if only Heath Ledger had a band...

lostandclowned (December 16, 2008)

I think his Joker praise is warranted. He gave a pretty good performance in Brokeback too. He was a good actor.

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

Thank you, finally somebody with some sense.

Jawbreaker couldn't play their way out of a paper bag.

the_other_scott (December 16, 2008)

i like jawbreaker, i just don't think they are super amazing.

joemomma420666 (December 16, 2008)

guttermouth

colin (December 16, 2008)

between those two i'd say lifetime.

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

I'm surprised nobody has said Goldfinger yet.

MN_punkmaster-skaman (December 16, 2008)

How about the Offspring?

JoelSweetheart (December 16, 2008)

If Nirvana doesn't fit the punk rock definition, then neither does Jawbreaker.

They way I figure it, 3 chords played sloppy and loud with angst qualifies as punk. That is why AJJ is punk.

chickswithdicks (December 16, 2008)

i love A Jiant Jew!

kidgotham (December 16, 2008)

Sublime

ChokingVictim (December 16, 2008)

i love both of those bands, but they are definitely way overrated,

bluexmaslights (December 16, 2008)

between those two, i'm going with lifetime

acris (December 16, 2008)

everyone describes Lifetime as overrated but I almost never hear anyone talk about them in such a glowing light in order for them to be considered overrated

Rodeo (December 16, 2008)

Fuckkkk wish I could be there.

Grantino (December 16, 2008)

i wannna go...

lintsay (December 16, 2008)

But no. But no. I'll be in arizona then how is life fair.

Dudley_Shale (December 16, 2008)

Hey what part?

lintsay (December 16, 2008)

My friend's sister bought a house in Gilbert so we're totally using her for a place to stay. And then renting a car and going places that don't suck. Like the zoo to pet goats.

Dudley_Shale (December 16, 2008)

Thats awesome, and it won't be when it's ungodly hot outside, either.

lintsay (December 16, 2008)

This is good news.

kneel (December 16, 2008)

But no. No. I love the theater, and I gave my word so I'm back in.

Dante3000 (rich) (December 16, 2008)

Who wants to sleep at my place and pay for my beer at the Pyramid Brewery across the street?
-Dante

Dudley_Shale (December 16, 2008)

I have no monies, but would still like to sleep on your floor.

MattRamone (December 16, 2008)

Can I sleep in your bed?

Dante3000 (rich) (December 16, 2008)

No, that's where my wife stays. But we could sleep on the couch together.
-Dante

HairySteve (December 16, 2008)

I'm a damn fine cuddler. You won't be disappointed.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

I would. I'll hit you up later, it's actually possible.

Dante3000 (rich) (December 16, 2008)

Go for it. Just don't rob me.
-Dante

1234go (December 16, 2008)

Shut up dante.

deadelectromix (December 16, 2008)

The only way this day could be any better would be if there was news about Matt Canino cutting off his mullet and deciding to reform Shorebirds!

lintsay (December 16, 2008)

Don't tease.

David_Arquette (December 16, 2008)

Going to this.

crackpotdemagogue (December 16, 2008)

can you record it in your minds eye and then send it telepathically to me live?

party-animal (December 16, 2008)

Too bad I don't live in Bekerely. I've been soo anticipating the Thorns of Life stuff and I've also been totally obsessed with OWTH lately, can this get much better? Actually yes, if American Steel were playing too.

veganboyjosh (December 16, 2008)

as awesome as gilman st is, i just can't believe that it would with stand the power that show would yield.

crackpotdemagogue (December 16, 2008)

oh fuck

el_matt (December 16, 2008)

Don't you hate it when you come late to a story and everyone has already commented on it?

I'm not talking about this one, but ever since i moved to Europe, i always miss the Navel Gazing, since its 4 in the morning here when it is posted.

Dudley_Shale (December 16, 2008)

I've always felt they should have it go up a bit earlier.

crackpotdemagogue (December 16, 2008)

re: navel gazing - me too. it's a bummer but i've come to accept it... you will too.

MattRamone (December 16, 2008)

Didn't they break up already?

JawbreakerSucks (December 16, 2008)

OMG DON"T EVEN JOKE OR I"LL GO CRY MY LITTLE EMO EYES OUT AND CUT MYSELF.

Signed,
Your average Jawbreaker fan.

ExtraCheesePizza (December 16, 2008)

They'll put out a 7" first. Then hopefully No Idea adds a track or 2 for the Down In Front comp.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Quite honestly, if it follows that pattern, that would be awesome.

SloaneDaley (December 16, 2008)

what sort of nonsense is that? I want at least a full-length before they call it quits.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

I would love a full length record. As long as they record something before self-destruction, I'm good with it.

SloaneDaley (December 16, 2008)

fair enough.

ExtraCheesePizza (December 16, 2008)

I've eaten up every Cometbus band release I can get my hands on as it is, so any recorded material would definitely make it into the collection.

baldsteve (December 16, 2008)

Me too man.

SloaneDaley (December 16, 2008)

Would.

chickswithdicks (December 16, 2008)

cheater

ExtraCheesePizza (December 16, 2008)

Happens to be a weekend I'm visiting a friend in San Francisco. Anyone know the easiest way to get there from 2nd Ave right near Golden Gate Park? This should be an awesome first trip to the west coast.

Avi (December 16, 2008)

take BART

ChadReligion (December 17, 2008)

take the 80 East and go fuck yourself. Then go back to Michigan, Asswipe.

ExtraCheesePizza (December 17, 2008)

Don't drive and never been to Michigan, try again.

these_parks_are_lakes (December 16, 2008)

Can someone who is going write up a short review for this? It doesn't even have to be that detailed. It would just be really cool for us to have an insite on how this contrasts to Jawbreaker and Jets to Brazil and stuff and junk.

thanks in advance,
kisses,
Derek

bluexmaslights (December 16, 2008)

second this!

InaGreendase (brian) (December 16, 2008)

http://www.altpress.com/news/5099.htm

ToddRundgren (December 16, 2008)

Since, only going off barely audible video from house shows full of holier than though punk rock skids, so far I am not impressed and sorely let down by this band. I am a diehard Jawbreaker and Jets to Brazil fan but this seems like half hazard song writing and a big regression. If he wants to play this type of stuff there are 2 dudes whom he did it with once before and did it waaaay better.

I'll wait until the record comes out until I fully judge though.

Plus, I think Blake is going through a midlife crisis.

scottsignorino (December 16, 2008)

saw them @ disgraceland in philly.
liked the opener better.

Jelone (joe) (December 16, 2008)

Wait... back up... what? When? Why did I miss this? My heart hurts?

Jelone (joe) (December 16, 2008)

i-i-iiiii-i-i-iiiii i want youuuu... to play Philadelphia.

scottsignorino (December 16, 2008)

we play philly all the time
:D

myspace.com/staysharprules

thanks for the sick review form the smoke or fire show i believe?

thorns of life played disgraceland i wanna say 11/29 w/ restorations (mems of jena/berlin).
it was marketed as a "secret, huge r5 productions show."

to be honest, im not the biggest jb fan either so my opinion is biased

the_creeps (December 16, 2008)

is there still the extra membership fee at Gilman? the last time I was there was about 10 years ago, so I'm sure it's expired. will probably be another 10 years before I visit it again after this show.

disconnected (December 16, 2008)

Jawbreaker are amazing end of! Overrated bands of the 90's....

Blink 182, Green Day, Pennywise, The Offspring, Rancid.

Seth_Uber_Alles (December 16, 2008)

Gotta love that "Black" Schwarzenbach.

Indecay (December 16, 2008)

I liked the Gr'ups.

They put out a couple of really good ep's.

Jaydischord (December 16, 2008)

Looking forward to hearing some real recordings(are there any yet?...i can't find any)
I was lucky enough to see Jawbreaker in Leeds UK in 94 with the New Bomb Turks,they played a great set....but i have to say the New Bomb Turks blew them away...at this show anyway and i was never a big fan of NBT either but live....they were the shit.

Holy_Balls (December 16, 2008)

is daniela sea hot? if so, i want to do her. if not, i don't.

ToddRundgren (December 17, 2008)

Also, its kind of lame that A Black Light, Adam's new band isn't playing this.

LastOfTheComberPunx (December 17, 2008)

Just got off the phone with Blake there five minutes ago, he says the new album is nearly finished, and there are already 15 tour dates set up for the U.K and Ireland. Also i mentioned to him would there ever be a Jawbreaker reunion, he said they only have one reuinion show planned for Bangor leisure centre, then they will start writing the new Jawbreaker record. I am really stoked about this news as im sure most on punknews will be.

Shanty (January 27, 2009)

I have a hard time believing anything you had to say. He said they haven't recorded yet and wont until they get back from the shows. I hope you're not starting silly rumors

allogistic (December 17, 2008)

i can't believe owth gets to play with blake. boo!

Shanty (January 27, 2009)

http://www.flickr.com/photos/shantycheryl/

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