Bum Steer
When I saw the names Bum Kon, Soak and Child Abuse in Michael Roberts's April 3 Feedback, I got excited: I was hoping to see a fresh new band.Then I read further, only to see the band Mrs. Larvae at the top of the paragraph. What? I've seen Mrs. Larvae twice. Once with the band's first guitarist, Larry Derning, and later with replacement Joe from King Pin.
There was a definite history of punk greatness when I saw the band the first time. But a year later, it was a heavy-metal mess with no sign of any punk essence at all. I don't know what happened, but it wasn't the same band. I wish you would have left Bum Kon out, because people could get the wrong idea about Mrs. Larvae. Bum Kon was a legendary band, and I can't see any relation between the two. Maybe you can make it clear to those who love punk-rock nostalgia.
Or maybe you already did when you ripped on them (slightly) in your article. Keep up the good work.
Bart Griffin
Boulder
India Ink
I have to disagree with some parts of Kyle Wagner's review of Taj Mahal ("Stuff and Naan Sense," April 3)--but not totally!
It's very true about Goofy. I don't know if we've been served by him on our visits to the Taj, but definitely by his brother! However, in my opinion, his kin also work at Gandhi and India's. Taj Mahal's food is expensive, and the portions are not large--but again, India's and Gandhi are about the same. And the room is indeed weird.
I've never been for lunch, but the dinners my companion and I have had have been quite good. I recently lived in England for four years and ate lots of meals at the Indian restaurants that country offers, so I have some experience with the food. (Indian and Chinese are about the only good food experiences in that land.)
Okay--I'm rambling here. What I'm trying to say is that the Taj compares favorably to the other Indian restaurants in town. They all seem to be pricey and have small portions and "interesting" waitstaff.
I read Kyle's page each week. As a Denver resident, I find her comments and suggestions invaluable!
Phil Derkum
Denver
Brunch Bunch
Love Kyle Wagner's work and believe everything she said about Yia Yia's ("I'm OK, Euro OK," April 17). I have eaten at their Overland Park and Wichita outlets and have had excellent meals and service. However, just last weekend my family went there to celebrate my wife's birthday. I must be honest: I was extremely disappointed with the meal. I know this place can do better. I suspect that the quality-control team was sleeping in and that the second string was on duty. I thought you might be interested in my experiences.
Chris Quinn
via the Internet
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