I've got a pretty mean serve.

We get to play again!

Come see us open for The Heligoats on Monday night (October 1)! Urban Lounge. Be there or be with your wallet.

Besos,

H

P.S. Dave Komatar, you're the best.  Thanks for the awesome video!

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The Future of the Ghost

A while back I was invited to take some photos while The Future of the Ghost were doing some studio recording for their album, A Blessing For Your Heart.  It's an incredible album, I find myself humming these tunes on a regular basis.  I was all geared up to crack my knuckles, get out the correction tape, and try my hand at typing my first review-ish/description type thingy, but then I stumbled across this article and figured those interested would be better off reading it instead.  If you read the article, then you know the band has a history of taking a hiatus here and there.  Well, they're currently on hiatus.  But that doesn't mean you can't enjoy them any time you please.  So check out some photos, then listen to a couple of their songs (linked at the bottom of the post).

He's got a shakey face.

Seeing Love Is Like A Matador played live is one of my favorite things.  

P.S., remember when I had these bangs?

Hope you enjoyed!
H

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The Pickpockets are playing!

Hi Friends!  If interested, The Pickpockets will be playing a show at Urban Lounge on July 18th.  Also on the docket:  Bearclause, The Folka Dots, and Jay William Henderson.  Hooray!  We are so excited to be playing with these awesome acts.  Here is our latest video, a quick backyard single take with Dave Komatar behind the camera.

We're also playing a private party Sunday night.  Our last (semi) private event was when we played Art on Iowa's second gallery showing.  I love playing these types of events.  Or maybe I just plain love playing.  I feel so lucky.

Hope to see you on the 18th!

H

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The Pickpockets and Vertical Diner

A few months back Kelli and I were excited to be invited to play some Saturday night music at Vertical Diner.  A bunch of our friends turned out for a listen and also to eat the best vegetarian/vegan diner food around.  Good times were had.

As I was putting this post together today, I found myself immediately overcome with a major desire for some of their amazing food.  So I grabbed the user's manual for my new old Polaroid land camera (for some alone time reading material) and headed their way.

I had one of their sandwich specials, the Johnny Cash.  Ohh, I'm remembering it as I type, wow!  Wowewowwowwow!  Black bean burger, tempeh bacon, grilled peppers and onions, cheeze, magic sauce (a spicy bbq sauce), toasted garlic bun.  Mashed potatoes.  Gravy.  Incredible!  I threw in an iced coffee, and grabbed a peanut butter soy milk shake to go.  What a meal.  I will definitely be back for more.  By the way, my sister in law Amanda especially loves them for their Gluten Free options.

With a happy tummy I gathered my things together.  On my way out the door the latest issue of SLUG caught my eye, the cover of which was illustrated by my talented friend Sean Hennefer.  Awesome and congrats Sean!

So, thanks for reading.  And, go eat!

Cheers,
Heather

Thanks for the band pics Arie!

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Art on Iowa

Gallery Stroll is definitely something to be looked forward to. On the third Friday of each month, various galleries around the city display the works of artists of all sorts. Winter walks are nice, but Spring really tends to up the ante, luring the community out to enjoy a shared experience along with the warming weather. The other night Kelli and I were lucky enough to be invited to play some music during Art on Iowa's gallery showing.

Camille and Tim, the beautiful hosts of the evening, turned their charming home into a gallery to, for this round, showcase the incredible hand drawn landscapes of Michael Ryan Handley.

We were honored to play and impressed by the number of those in attendance. After wrapping up our second set, I enjoyed spending time looking around not only at Michael's art, but also at some of the items around the home. Really, it was one of those types of places that just inspires creativity, that reveals so much about the essence of its inhabitants. Oh, and I would be remiss if I failed to mention Rita, one of the best dogs I've ever made the acquaintance of.

We had a wonderful time playing, and had some time to enjoy ourselves as well, you know, 'off the clock'.  I especially enjoyed having the opportunity to speak with Michael and learn about his process for the series of landscapes he had created. Tim also offered up some spontaneous Elliott Smith covers that we enjoyed singing along to.

Oh, and one of my favorite things happened before the night had even started. Here is how The Pickpockets were described on the invitation:
The Pickpockets aren't actually pickpockets, but you might want to keep an eye on your watch fobs just in case. They are Kelli Moyle and Heather Leeflang, and their voices, two vibrant contraltos, mix perfectly with acoustic guitars into lovely, minimalist two-part harmonic waltzes and down tempo arpeggios. We're very excited to have them play for us. -Art on Iowa

I can't wait to discover the artist that will be presenting at Art on Iowa's next installment.

-Eightch

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The Pickpockets

Last Wednesday Kelli and I (aka The Pickpockets) had some extra reasons to be happy. First off, it was Leap Day.  And we're both already married, so neither of us had to worry about utilizing this elusive day for proposing to our beaus.  Furthermore, come Leap Evening, Velour would be the venue for our second show.  The weather decided to celebrate as well, sending down an unseasonable amount of snow.

Though the roads were more than precarious, we made our southern trek with some very dedicated and supportive fans not far behind.  I was nervous, but Velour proved to be an inviting venue. Before I knew it, sound check had happened, the first act had played, and we were on stage ready to go.  The sound at Velour was impressive and the crowd made us feel right at home.  Kelli and I are both crossing our fingers in hopes of being invited back for another show. 

If you're interested in more things Pickpockets, please head over to the blog of the very darling handmadewarrior Trish.  If you feel like doing some liking, here we are!

Singing with Kelli is one of the best parts of my life. 

Heather

*Video credit Dave Komatar...Thanks Dave!

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