Besides my house concert on Sunday night (rsvp here) the most interesting show this weekend in Chicago is the rare appearance at the Hideout by Holy Modal Rounder founder Peter Stampfel on Saturday the 18th. Check out this trailer for an upcoming documentary on the band in it’s heyday.
Here’s a little cut and paste from the promoter:
Peter Stampfel – founder of The Holy Modal Rounders; original member of The Fugs — makes his first Chicago-area appearance in 16 years. Don’t miss it. Only $10.00 too.
PETER STAMPFEL
…Next to Bob Dylan, Peter Stampfel is the nearest thing to a genius folkiedom has thrown up. His enthusiasm is unquenchable. I’ve never heard anyone – anyone – sing with the sheer enthusiasm for singing that Stampfel puts out. He knows his Harry Smith backwards and forwards. But unlike most folksingers, he prefers backwards.
–Robert Christgau, The Village Voice
Peter Stampfel’s singing and timing are superb. His raucousness has to be heard to be believed. His unfailingly enthusiastic vocals are a delight.
–The New York Times
Lots more info here.