Author Archives: David Wm. Sims

Rhys Chatham “A Crimson Grail” Due Out September 14

Posted on August 19, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

The recording of last year’s performance of “A Crimson Grail” at the Lincoln Center will be released September 14, and is available now for pre-order.  I played in this ensemble of 2oo guitarists and 16 bass players, and it was … Continue reading →

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unFact at the Windup Space, August 13, 2010

Posted on August 16, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

dnabass shot some nice video of my show in Baltimore:

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David Yow’s Art Show

Posted on August 13, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

If you’re in Los Angeles, you should check out David Yow’s art show at DIY Gallery. Facebook event link

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Info on the unFact “Dead Wasp” 7″ Single Download Link

Posted on August 10, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

For those of you who have bought the single (thank you!)  and are using the download code to get the MP3s and artwork (smart shopper!), please be aware that you have to type in the link exactly as it appears … Continue reading →

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Keith Loutit’s “Small Worlds”

Posted on August 10, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I love dioramas, and so I really love things that make the real world look like dioramas. And so, I really, really love tilt-shift miniature faking.  And so, I really, really, really love Keith Loutit’s “Small Worlds” preview:

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unFact “Dead Wasp” 7″ Single is Now Available

Posted on August 7, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

The unFact “Dead Wasp” 7″ single is now available for sale by mail order or at unFact shows, while they last.  It comes with a download code for 192 kbps MP3s and artwork. The singles are $7 for US orders … Continue reading →

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unFact at the Knitting Factory with Wrekmeister Harmonies

Posted on August 7, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I will be playing at the Knitting Factory tomorrow with Wrekmeister Harmonies, Chris Brokaw, and Peg Simone. Besides playing an unFact set, I will also be sitting in along with Chris Brokaw during Wrekmeister Harmonies’ show. This is going to … Continue reading →

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David Yow’s New Web Site

Posted on August 2, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

You know what you should do?  You should check out the web site David Yow has set up to show off his art skills: davidyow.net

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New unFact “Dead Wasp” T-shirts Now Available

Posted on July 30, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

The new unFact t-shirts are here: The shirts are $15 for domestic USA orders, $20 for international orders. Order yours here.

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The Endless Night: A Valentine to Film Noir

Posted on July 27, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

This is remarkable.  I think I own half these movies on DVD.

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unFact Tour Dates

Posted on July 23, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

Okay, it’s time to hit the road.  Here are my upcoming US and Canadian tour dates with Noveller. (Poster by Reuben Sawyer) Thursday, August 12 Chapel Hill, NC Nightlight (w/ Twig Harper) Friday, August 13 Baltimore, MD The Windup Space … Continue reading →

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Artwork for unFact’s Dead Wasp 7″ Single

Posted on July 20, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I am very happy with the amazing artwork done by Jonathan Hargreaves and the design layout by Andreas England for the unFact 7″. The singles will be on sale here as soon as I get them, and which I hope … Continue reading →

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Circumstances When Whipping It Should Be Considered

Posted on July 19, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

(from reddit.com via Jason Wolford)

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New Server for the Blog

Posted on July 17, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I’ve move the blog to the davidwmsims.com server. If you went to the wordpress.com address, you should have been automatically redirected here. You can get the new RSS feed here.

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unFact at The Knitting Factory, Brooklyn – June 29, 2010

Posted on June 29, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I’m playing tonight at the Knitting Factory. Lapis Lazuli – 10:30 unFact – 9:30 Avondale Airforce – 8:3- Facebook link MySpace link

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unFact at Goodbye Blue Monday, Brooklyn – June 23, 2010

Posted on June 21, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I’m playing this Wednesday with Noveller, Brian Olin, and Miracles at Goodbye Blue Monday in Bushwick.   The show is free, so come on out. New Yorker blurb Facebook link Myspace link

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unFact in Los Angeles – Thursday, June 17

Posted on June 15, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I’m playing this Thursday at The Echo.  The headliner is Vato Negro, with Juan Alderete of The Mars Volta.  I think this is going to be a really great show. Facebook link MySpace link (Poster by Sonny Kay)

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We Need Your Help for the Jesus Lizard Book.

Posted on June 9, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

Hey, folks, the Jesus Lizard is working on a book about the band that will be published by the excellent Akashic Books.  We know how much you people like pretty pictures, so we need cool  stuff like photos, posters, ticket … Continue reading →

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"Pure" by Jacob Bricca

Posted on June 8, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

Jacob Bricca gives us a meditation on violence and visual tropes in the movies, with music by the Jesus Lizard.

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unFact at Glasslands, May 27, 2010 – UPDATED

Posted on May 20, 2010 by David Wm. Sims

I’ll be playing my first unFact show at Glasslands on May 27, 2010.  Black Acid was going to headline, but someone broke a leg, so A Setting Sun is pinch hitting. Facebook link MySpace link

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