Well, I’ve done a little more data merging today. I merged all the old <GEEK> website into this site, so Darwin’s (Keith’s) commentary on our old band won’t be lost, and will follow me along with this one site.
You should also note that I’ve re-posted all the old music and I am in the process of posting a buch of works in progress/random captures from the band days … Enjoy!
Now that <GEEK> is no more, I’m taking this opportunity to post some of the old works in progress.
Yes, I know that “Freaks and Geeks” sounds a lot like “Glycerine” by Bush (That’s how we wrote it originally). The acoustic works were strummed by Keith and sung by yours truly on Keith’s porch in Maine. And while technically not a <GEEK> song, I’m posting Keith’s Song below, as I had to listen to it almost every god damned practice that we ever had 
And for old times sake, let’s just say Keith (Darwin) could be very long-winded some days and I’m a very loud eater
If you’d like lyrics for any of these, please e-mail me directly and I’ll see about getting them to you.
So as not to outshine my fearless band mate, I have waited a few days before posting my farewell, and what a trip it has been, as stated by Darwin. He is the most outspoken person I have ever known, and it suits him well. Crispy on the other hand is the exact opposite, which is why I think these two will make a great foundation for whatever band they build in the future. I wish them luck in the future and hope they keep in touch with me and whatever project I have going on the side.
Anyways, a little about our last show. What a doozie it was. Being our first show as well, it was very emotionally charged. We started the night off with Keith and I’s first original song, “Anymore”. Though it’s never been the same twice, it came out just as it should, full of emotion (an emotion I haven’t felt for a while, so it was interesting to bring it back), and just a touch of soul. Then came our covers. Since this was my wedding party, I had the guys learn Edwin McCain’s “I’ll Be”. While not perfect, it was definitely a cover. Crispy’s playing was flawless and I think I was able to hit the high notes. I had a little bit of adrenaline flowing through me. Darwin was there for backup vocals as well. Next came “I Touch Myself”, and while it ended early, it was very dramatic and made my wife blush, so it got its point. To end the covers set, we did a custom version of “She Hates Me” by Puddle of Mudd. A fun time. But the night wasn’t over, no, not yet. “Freaks and Geeks” was, putting it simply, rocking. It gave a good sign of how well it could have been with a drummer. Since it was my wedding, we decided to tie one of our songs into a little story. “The Morning After” came out with all the agression and lust that it was meant to display. Rough and driving, it provided a very dramatic change, when we switched gears for “Tolan”. “Tolan” was written for Darwin’s son, and throughout the performance, I put my heart and soul into it, because that’s what the song called for. “Tolan” would have been a great ballad, and I think drums could have only enhanced the song. To finish out, Darwin and I did a stunning rendition of an old sea shanty, “Yo Ho”. While the reaction was mixed, as was to be expected, it was just as rocking and got the crowd to cheer.
The night ended with a fun night of Karaoke and Crispy surprised the hell out of us. He got up and did Sir Mix A Lot’s “Baby Got Back” and amazed the crowd. I myself must say “Crispy, you fucking rocked”. Darwin and one of his friends from CT got up and slaughtered “Bohemian Rhapsody”, but all in all, it was an amazing night and a fun night of friendship.
For probably one of the last times as the lead singer of , this is Trugeek leaving you with one final thought. Support local music and always enjoy what you have, for you could be dead.
Well, what a long strange trip this has been, my crazies. I must thank the 3 fans of the website we have accumulated in the last few months. This band has been full of ups and downs, and unfortunately never got off the ground the way we hoped in the beginning.
Congratulations are in order for Trugeek and his new bride!! I officiated the ceremony on January 1st, and the happy couple celebrated that evening!
The band played its first and probably last gig Saturday night at Casey’s Lounge in Brunswick. The set went well, and it just showed us how well we probably could have done if we’d been able to find a drummer and get out into the real scene. I’ll miss it, but some of the songs might filter through to a new band.
Speaking of which, Crispy and I are starting auditions this week for our next project. We have quite a few people interested, and hopefully this project will take off and we’ll be ready to gig in a couple months.
In closing, I’d like to say that it has been a pleasure working with Trugeek and Crispy. I wish Trugeek a lifetime of marital bliss, and am looking forward to the new project with Crispy. We’ll be posting audio and video clips on the site soon, and will be keeping them here for as long as Trugeek feels like keeping the website maintained.
Farewell, my crazies. This is Darwin, signing off.
For those who have not heard, Dimebag Darrell of Damage Plan and late of Pantera, was murdered during a show. The full story is here:
http://www.nbc4i.com/news/3983630/detail.html
Let’s all have a moment of silence for this legend of Metal.