MMT50 - 212

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**Show Notes: MMT50 - 212**

Hey there, Pavement aficionados! jD is back with another episode of our Top 50 Countdown on the *Meeting Malkmus* podcast, exploring the essential tracks by the seminal indie rock band, **Pavement**. This week, we're diving into track number 12 on the countdown.

Joining jD is Pavement superfan **Tim from Portland**, and trust us, you don't want to miss this one. It's a rollercoaster ride through **'90s indie rock** nostalgia, **Pavement concert stories**, and a heartfelt plea to support live music.

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**Episode Highlights:**

**[0:00] Introduction and Tim's Pavement Origin Story**

- **Discovering Pavement through the College Music Journal:**

 - Tim shares how he first stumbled upon Pavement in the summer of '94 through the *College Music Journal*, a pivotal moment in his journey into **'90s indie rock**.

 - *"Yeah, I ran down to Tower Records in San Diego and got the CD along with a few other ones... been cranking it ever since."*

- **First Impressions of 'Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain':**

 - His immediate obsession after purchasing Pavement's seminal album, *Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain*.

 - *"Right out of the gate, this album was different, and I applauded that."*

**[1:57] Early Live Shows and Military Gear Coincidence**

- **First Pavement Concert Experience in the San Diego Music Scene:**

 - Tim talks about seeing Pavement live for the first time in January '96 at Montezuma Hall, San Diego State University—a highlight in his **Pavement concert memories**.

 - **Silkworm as the Opening Act:**

- The concert featured **Silkworm** as the opening act, adding to the night's **indie music nostalgia**.

 - *"We decided to dress up... everyone put on some sort of military garb."*

- **Serendipitous Moment with the Band:**

 - The hilarious coincidence of the band also wearing military attire, showcasing the quirky connection between Pavement and their fans.

 - *"We all looked at them and then at each other and just started laughing."*

**[4:13] Following the Band and Memorable Performances**

- **Photographing Pavement at Bimbo's 365 Club:**

 - Tim recalls capturing the band during a show at **Bimbo's 365 Club in San Francisco**, adding to his collection of **Pavement fan experiences**.

 - *"I have some great shots from there... there was definitely, you know, kind of a whole San Francisco vibe going on."*

- **Tibetan Freedom Concert Adventure [7:11]:**

 - Get the lowdown on Tim's experience at the massive **Tibetan Freedom Concert** in San Francisco, featuring a lineup that included **Sonic Youth** and cemented **Pavement's influence on indie rock**.

 - *"There were, I think, like a hundred thousand people there... It was a total bottleneck of a festival."*

**[9:05] Unforgettable Gigs and Onstage Antics**

- **Mark Ibold's Onstage Incident:**

 - Hear about bassist **Mark Ibold's** mysterious onstage moment in Pomona, one of the more intriguing **Pavement concert stories**.

 - *"He couldn't play; he couldn't finish a song... the show ended shortly after that."*

- **Bob Nastanovich's Live Performances:**

 - Discussing **Bob Nastanovich's** energetic contributions during live shows, highlighting the band's dynamic stage presence.

**[11:01] Accidental HBO Appearance**

- **HBO Reverb Special Featuring Pavement:**

 - Learn how Tim unknowingly became part of the **HBO Reverb Pavement** special during a gig at Cane's in San Diego, a unique highlight in his **Pavement concert memories**.

 - *"We didn't even know that was happening... Spiral was like, 'Oh, they're doing some fucking HBO show.'