Posted on 23/07/08
GOING OUT: LIVE THEATRE
THE BACK KITCHEN RELEASE PARTY **There are several cultural endeavours that enjoy popular success despite their general lameness. The Back Kitchen Release Party may fall into this camp.Trevor Devall's "trans-Canada musical adventure" tracks five Newfoundland folk musicians on a farewell tour of the country (in honour of a fallen band-mate). Their interactions are merely excuses for songs, and their travelling is an excuse for jokes derived from regional stereotypes. The Back Kitchen Release Party is itself a stereotypical (and mediocre) folk concert - more amusing than compelling.
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