July 25, 2021

The tempo of New York is again and again. Its rhythm
is the exact middle point between staccato and legato.
All the next episodes start playing before the last one
has ended. Think eight million soundtracks, each one
a collector’s edition, filled with b-sides and live sessions.
New York open mics are all the way open. People line up
to wait in line / for a line of people / who are waiting
to get into line. There’s always another sequel to the sequel,
which itself is a sequel. You can watch live versions for free
at Lafayette & Spring; reruns are weeknights, 8pm to 10pm,
Elizabeth & Broome. An endless supply of source material.