Over in the Southwest corner of the infield was the GreenSpot with great hands on eco-exhibits, cool looking tents giant leaves to create some shady spots and a small stage. We had fled the North stage where the Beastie Boys were screaming and shouting and hip-hop beat-dropping and as we turned the corner Gail said "I hear a sitar!" We followed the sound to the GreenSpot stage where a band was playing Indian inflected cool vibe music that sounded a lot like Thievery Corporation. As it turns out at least one member of this group plays with Thievery Corporation from time to time. It was so cool - The EXACT opposite of the Beasties down at the other end of the field, relaxing, trance inducing, a perfect way to chill and recharge.
The band was International Velvet, they are based in DC and here's their My Space page.
The music drew and interesting and eclectic assortment of dancers...
Excellent video! Very Daily Show, what with the Big Giant Head Of Chelsea....
Posted by: Robb | August 7, 2007 at 09:29 AM
Excellent video! Very Daily Show, what with the Big Giant Head Of Chelsea....~
Posted by: Asics | October 24, 2011 at 02:55 AM