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Written by PLAYBACK:stl Friday, 15 February 2008 07:48

Cruisin' Rte. 66
w/Tell Tale Heart & Le Concorde (Chicago)

We've long been sweet on Red Edmund. Like many contemporary relationships, ours began online. You see, we've got a profile on the dating site Sonicbids, which has been making beautiful unions between bands and opportunities for years now. Our profile says something like, "Indie web-only music magazine seeking musicians with CDs for review. We like long walks on the beach in the moonlight, romantic music on the iPod, and a headphones jack for two." Red Edmund were just one of many who responded, but we knew from the very first note that this band was something special. We emailed, arranged a meeting. Red Edmund gave us some of their favorite music (their own, of course), which we instantly devoured through the above-mentioned headphones-built-for-two. We were falling, and we knew just what we had to do.

What followed was a series of meetings in dark and crowded rooms—the PLAYBACK:stl Tuesday night series at Cicero's, Cruisin' Rte. 66, a chilly winter night at the Ten Mile House. You know what came next: we went out of town together. Last fall, when we met up with Red Edmund in Cincinnati for MidPoint Music Festival, we knew it was time to announce our relationship to the world.

So, world, here it is; without further ado, without embarrassment or fear our parents won't approve, we'd like to let you know that PLAYBACK:stl and Red Edmund have planned a civil union. Together, we are pleased to present to you the official Red Edmund CD release party. We thought it was only fitting the ceremony should take place at a place with some history to us as a couple, so we've selected Cruisin' Rte. 66—not only is it a sentimental location, but also has great hospitality and a welcoming feel. A perfect place for tying the knot and inviting all our friends.

Standing up for us that night will be best man Tell Tale Heart and maid of honor Le Concorde, the latter of whom are coming in from Chicago for the joyous occasion. All the love in a single room—just thinking about it brings tears to our eyes.

After kisses are exchanged, the music will begin...and oh, what a night of indie rock/power pop it will be. Trust us when we say the three bands on tap tonight will more than fill you with romance. We promise that, regardless of whether you catch the garter or not, you'll go home with stars in your eyes and a song in your heart.

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