Puscifer played an amazing show at Capitol Theatre on Wednesday. Fans know that Maynard has an close connection with the desert, which he expressed clearly as he set the stage with a travel trailer, camp tables and chairs, wine (I can only asume provided courtesy of Caduceus Cellars), charcoal grill and even a prop snake.
In true Maynard-band fashion, however, the photography policy was extremely strict and, when we were allowed in, conditions were not conducive. It is unclear to me why for the two songs photographers are allowed to shoot that the lighting is nearly nonexistant, band members keep to the shadows and are unemotive, video screens uninspiring and photographers are relegated to cramped quarters with an ackward vantage point. It's free press guys, help us help you. Let the authorized press photos show the fans what you work so hard to provide them with.
Having said that, upon returning to the show (after putting my camera in storage) Maynard was personable and genuine with the audience (as always), stage lighting and video screen shows were impressive (as always) and the sound was increadible (as always). I have seen Maynard in all his (major) various forms (Tool, A Perfect Circle, Puscifer) and he never disappoints. If you haven't listened to Puscifer before, start now, and if you haven't seen them before, do it as soon as you can.
Photos: Eric Scott Russell (www.ericscottrussell.com)