One of the things I miss most about Los Angeles is Largo. Anyone who’s been, myself included, will stand by the fact that there is nothing better to do in L.A., Monday to Saturday, then attend every one’s favorite friendly Fairfax venue. The food is spectacular and so is the company and no matter what night you’re there, you’re destined to be in for a treat. Anyone worth your ear is familiar with Flanagan and his fine establishment and seeing them perform in this kind of place is like nothing you’ve ever experienced. There was a good chunk of time there where my friend Eric and I were making the trip almost every weekend to see our favorites in action. Anyone who has been can tell you, Largo cannot be beat.
Not convinced? WELL! There appears to be a film coming out on this most hallowed of grounds and the website offers quite a good sampling of what’s so awesome about the whole experience, with short video clips of Jon Brion, Fiona Apple, Amiee Mann, Zach Galifianakis, Grant Lee Phillips and many more. Actually, if you’re at all a fan of Brion, and really, you should immediately ensure that you are, watch his clip. His Largo sets are the stuff of legend and being that if you even thought of taking out a video camera during the performance, you’d be slaughtered, you’ve never seen anything like this. And it’s just a taste. Check it out: www.largofilm.com
More on this as the information becomes available!
I could totally go for some Baked Honey Chicken right now.
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October 14, 2007 at 2:35 am
Silena
Mmmmm….Baked Honey Chicken…mashed potatos…and the best balsamic vinnegarette…. *drool*
October 14, 2007 at 2:53 am
bobbyBROWN
I went last night. I also saw Nellie McKay. I ate the b’ed honey chicken with a Guinness. I was mocked by Flanagan as I walked in the place. “Oh wow, was the top of the bar painted?” “If you want it to be.”
He’s such an asshole, that guy. I’m so scared of him. I’m also going to see Him on 2 November so suck it.
You are missed, C-girl.
October 14, 2007 at 7:30 am
Chelsea
Silly- I know, right? I was looking at the calendar to see what I was going to be able to see when I was home, but they’re on “vacation” during the exact week that I am home! Bullshit!
Bobby Brown- You were in my dream last night. But sadly, in my dream we were not enjoying any b’ed honey chicken and Guinnesses (Guinnessi?). Who are you taking with you on November 2? As if you could find a reasonable replacement and/or doppleganger for me. I miss you, too, Bobby.
November 8, 2007 at 3:10 pm
Albany
What do you mean, Flanagan is an asshole?
November 8, 2007 at 5:06 pm
Chelsea
Not even close. My work/holiday/vacation schedule?
Yes. Very much so.
November 8, 2007 at 5:55 pm
Albany
I like Flanny - I think he has been great for Largo.. It wouldn’t be what it is today, without him…Love the Irish humor..
November 8, 2007 at 7:28 pm
Chelsea
Agreed. I miss him almost as much as baked honey chicken.
November 8, 2007 at 8:47 pm
Albany
Someone said he was an asshole.. I can’t imagine. He runs a tight ship, but that is good. It makes Largo what it is, and why we love it there so much..
November 8, 2007 at 8:55 pm
Chelsea
Oh. Ha.
Trust me the person who said that comment has nothing but respect and admiration for Flanny.
November 12, 2007 at 1:39 pm
Albany
That is good.. I couldn’t believe someone though that about him..
November 15, 2007 at 8:49 pm
bobbyFATA
I’ll concede to that, Albany: Largo would not be the same without him (in fact, it could be a Schwartz’ Bakery, or a Troubadour). Still, Largo would truly be nothing without you, so thank you for protecting it and its affiliates/owners from libel and slander. If it weren’t for people like you protecting strangers from innocuous, passing remarks, the world might actually reach cataclysm. I mean, really… can you imagine a world in which a prospective political figure’s voice cracks in a fit of excitement might actually escape scorn and be judged for his merits alone? Or if a woman’s breast appeared on national television… without you guys, people might simply regard such a thing as pathetic, then move along. And I can’t believe Obama has the gall to stop wearing a flag pin.
I talked to Flanagan at the show last night and he told me to tell you that we’re both losers. How dare he! What an asshole.
November 20, 2007 at 1:06 pm
Albany
Tell him I send my love!!