Ok, ok.... Enough about the censor! It is supposed to be dumb! I laughed at 'poop stain' anyhow. ... And just like 'Dancin Davie' ... It is tradition! It has graced these topics since JapanSylvian was born.
Anyhoo... I have never met any of the Japan gentlemen EXCEPT Richard Barbieri... Who I have to say is so, so sweet and approachable! It was actually an accident. In regular Vapor Trail style, we were ridiculously early for the show (about 5 hours early, lol) but it turned out to be a blessing in disguise! As we were walking toward the venue, I saw someone walking our way. From about 150 feet, I instinctively knew it was him. After breaking every single bone in Matt's hand, Mr. Barbieri stopped, and said enthusiastically while pointing his fingers: "I know you!" ... The blood rushed out of my head, as I didn't know if this was a bad thing or a good thing yet. ... Of course it was a great thing, and we chit-chatted a LOT before and after the show. Such a sweet, down to earth man. Suzanne Barbieri is also very sweet. Though I have never met her, I don't need to, to know she is a great person! ... Mr. B was def. the most approachable in PT (besides John Wesley... He chatted with everyone for a long time too, just like he was an average-joe here with us!) I look forward to hopefully saying Hi again up in the big apple for the fall PT shows!
-K-