May 3, 2008

 

yo.

keep yappin it up dude.

dig yourself deeper.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

April 14, 2008

a new website?

ok.

 

April 3, 2008

we had a little birthday celebration the other night.

thank you for that.

what's up with blackberry brandy?

 

March 13, 2008

thanks for just being you.

 

March 7, 2008

come out to join the madness tonight.

just get to here.

 

February 26, 2008

"you smell like booze."

how bout that.

 

February 24, 2008

the room is spinning.

 

February 16, 2008

let's go for a walk, just you and me.

take time to look at the trees and bushes.

wouldn't that be nice?

 

February 10, 2008

welcome to hell.

just sign up over here and enjoy the ride.

 

January 30, 2008

the person maintaining this web site uses dial-up.

explains a lot, doesn't it.

 

January 15, 2008

we'll be comin round the mountain when we come.

 

January 7, 2008

everyone over being sick?

good.

get back to work.

 

December 30, 2007

happy new year.

let's really get it right this time.

 

December 19, 2007

a quick story...

there was this woman.  she had a great way to make pancakes.

brown the butter first.

 

December 16, 2007

tis' the season to spend money,

if you got it.

 

December 8, 2007

what just happened?

 

what you got going friday?

come down to 7th St.

we'll be there, sipping some early christmas cheer.

then we'll play some songs for you.

 

November 25, 2007

it's true.

casanatra uses performance enhancing substances.

sorry.

 

November 22, 2007

we're not working today.

 

November 10, 2007

how's about we dance the night away.

you interested?

 

October 28, 2007

good morning.

take all regrets and throw them away somewhere.

there's nothing you can do about it now.

 

October 27, 2007

we're playing the hexagon tonight.

bring a costume.

then put it on, baby.

 

October 19, 2007

do bad singers become popular because

the public thinks they could be them?

 

October 16, 2007

keep eating, everyone.

 

October 9, 2007

how much fuel could we save if there were

no leaf blowers in this world?

but we all know how important leaf blowers are.

 

September 28, 2007

having trouble breathing?

try thinking of something more...... breathable.

 

September 22, 2007

you know what's happening tonight?

it's a party baby!

 

September 15, 2007

we got nothing to say.

our actions will speak louder.

got it?

 

September 11, 2007

just take it easy.

just breathe, and take it easy.

 

September 8, 2007

it's saturday.

do you know where your noodles are?

 

September 1, 2007

population control.

get with the program.

 

August 26, 2007

how much time do you spend on the computer?

is it too much?  is it something you enjoy?

do you love it?

 

August 23, 2007

go to your closet, right now....

find your best evening gown...

put it on...

come see casanatra.

 

August 16, 2007

off to work?

don't forget your lunchbox.

 

August 8, 2007

ever notice that people who complain the most

are more than likely a pain in the ass?

 

July 29, 2007

a bitter man facing his own mortality.

such a sad story.

 

July 23, 2007

that's enough potter, don't you think?

thanks.

 

July 17, 2007

find time to spend with a loved one...

an ice cold, twelve ounce friend.

 

oh, by the way... we're recording.

 

July 5, 2007

what are you looking at.

 

June 28, 2007

if you have it, use it.

if you don't have it, find it.

if you don't want it, grab a sandwich.

 

June 23, 2007

what's wrong with this picture?

you're not in it.

 

June 16, 2007

a real woman.

we are happy when we meet one.

 

June 6, 2007

looking forward to anything today?

we are.

and you should be.

 

May 27, 2007

comfortable?

affordable?

buy it.

 

May 23, 2007

too drunk to type.

good luck at film school, you bastard.

 

May 13, 2007

get yourself out of the doghouse.

flowers ain't gonna cut it.

you better come up with something good.

 

May 9, 2007

dude, check out the lightning.

far out, man.

 

May 3, 2007

we go through our lives feeling in control.

we're confident in our movements.

or are we?

 

April 25, 2007

almost time to pay rent again.

we're not paying this time.

this time we really mean it.

 

April 13, 2007

everyone has a boss, yet feels like they are the boss.

casanatra is the boss of you.

remember that.

 

April 8, 2007

don't over do it.

whatever you do.

 

March 31, 2007

oh baby.

we're hungry.

anyone else?

 

March 30, 2007

what day is it?

oh yea... it's friday.

casanatra rocking the triple rock tonight.

put on a raincoat and get your ass there.

 

March 20, 2007

mr pants has a new treat for all of us.

he'll just put some legs on, and then....

you'll see.

 

March 17, 2007

between the legs.

 

March 16, 2007

good party going on tonight.

put on your favorite deodorant

and get out of the house for once.

see the live page.

 

March 11, 2007

daylight savings... wtf?

can't we just go about our day?

don't we have enough on our minds?

 

oh yea... we're gonna save some energy.

 

March 10, 2007

10 days gone in march. how great for us.

just get through the day. count the minutes before

you can rock again.

 

March 2, 2007

step out into the wind, put your face to it...

and don't be afraid.

 

February 26, 2007

healthcare.

out of pocket... out of pocket.

how about in the pocket?

 

February 23, 2007

take a shower, get dolled up.

come see what your ears won't believe.

casanatra has a few shows in town.

-live-

 

February 18, 2007

winter time blues.

haven't felt the sun... the real sun, in a while.

good thing we invented whiskey.

 

February 13, 2007

sick and tired of the one or two sentence synopsis?

well how about this... the full explanation.

the real way to make a statement. the all natural, grade A,

deliverance of a story... yea, it's all beginning to clear.

this will be the end all of all end all stories!!!....

i'll start tomorrow.

 

February 12, 2007

looking for work?

get in line.

 

February 8, 2007

everybody sing...

"i'm insecure, i'm insecure, i'm insecure".

i love that tune.

 

February 7, 2007

what a beautiful day.

let's all hold hands and sing songs.

 

January 28, 2007

there is a treasure hidden among us.

we will dig for it when ready.

 

January 16, 2007

ooooooooo...

the power of keeping your mouth shut.

 

January 9, 2007

i know,

we're so bad with money... it's funny.

substance is key.

just make sure to keep collecting.

 

January 2, 2007

do you own your life or does it own you?

there are ways to stay in control and create choices.

you can pull the toilet paper over... OR under.

it's up to you.

 

December 24, 2006

have fun with your new socks.

happy holidays.

 

December 19, 2006

what's the problem?

you've got too much time on your hands.

you're jealous and plain bored.

board.

 

December 12, 2006

december already.

 

we own calendars.

 

November 28, 2006

some new pics on the 'photo' page if you're into that sort of thing.

you might recognize some people.

 

all of the new original shots were taken

by our good friend, and rock goddess... misty blaze.

 

November 27, 2006

good morning... it's monday...

did you remember to spank that ass?

 

November 25, 2006

thanksgiving is over.

a real bummer.

 

November 20, 2006

what day is it?

who are we?

new pics as soon as our web staff gets off their ass.

 

November 16, 2006

long weekend sabbath blues.

 

November 11, 2006

we're off to the condo for the weekend.

see you on monday.

 

November 4, 2006

no need to wine and dine.

casanatra is a cheap date.

just give us a call, baby.

 

October 29, 2006

it feels later than it is.

don't you agree?

 

October 19, 2006

the mind is so much more powerful than hair.

also,

ham and cheese is spectacular.

 

October 10, 2006

what is the alternative?

is it something good?

you got that right, buddy.

 

October 4, 2006

take a lesson from an old-timer.

bing bang boom.

that's how it's done.

 

September 27, 2006

go make some coffee.

a strong batch.

then sit and think about what you've done.

 

September 21, 2006

think you know, then

the light changes direction, and

whoops.... a different perspective.

how nice.

 

September 16, 2006

little miracles everwhere.

damn kids.

 

September 13, 2006

is that you with the W04' sticker?

bet you wish it would come off, huh?

try soapy water.

 

September 3, 2006

survival.

such a simple concept.

from survival comes greed and selfishness.

unless you rock like we do.

 

August 19, 2006

dried out.

and in.

need water.

busy september.

 

August 10, 2006

free yourself.

check out the online store below.

just getting thuisness started, so

please be patient for t hats, buttons, and corn dogs

 

July 31, 2006

is there enough talking yet?

how about you shut the fuck up for a second.

 

July 30, 2006

it's a little warm here in goose shit falls.

we highly recommend staying away.

unless of course, you travel with soap.

 

July 23, 2006

oh yes, oh yes.

johnny says sunday morning, we say sunday nights are lonley.

what do you think?

what's this?

 

July 16, 2006

lots of sweat pouring out.

we're putting our bodies and songs on exhibit for you.

look here to see when and where.

 

July 6, 2006

have you had your vitamins today?

you should have your vitamins.

they allow you to see better.

you could try our vitamins.

 

July 1, 2006

had a nice ride this weekend.

good to see old friends, and fine rock.

bored?... go light some fireworks.

 

June 28, 2006

almost lost you there.

we're back online.

show this friday.

free the tuna.

 

June 23, 2006

holy hell.

grab a candy bar, and sit tight.

we're coming.

 

June 20, 2006

dig deep, my friend.

what you're looking for ain't there.

almost in reach, although out of sight.

 

June 10, 2006

the full length, 'primo impacto' is now available.

pick one up at a show or here.

also, casanatra is rocking mustache fest 2006

with lable mates, the rockford mules.

check the live page for details.

 

 

June 9, 2006

cry your eyes out in your gucci shades.

doesn't make much sense, does it.

anyway, couple of new shows coming up.

 

June 6, 2006

let's work together.

everything's ok.

don't forget to punch in.

officefat.

 

May 28, 2006

casanatra springs into action.

 

May 22, 2006

well, well, well.

the van rides again. I-90 was not our friend.

too many people with no driving skills.

on the bright side,

thanks to self-evident and darkmoor for the hospitality.

 

 

May 19, 2006

you can do what you want, right?

favor the difficult thing.

 

we have a release show coming this saturday night.

it's here

 

 

May 12, 2006

where have you been?

off in space?

your face is funny.

 

October 26, 2005

got a costume picked out.

we do.

we're -BROOCE-

 

October 19, 2005

don't be fooled.

work hard.

stay responsible.

whatever.

 

October 9, 2005

look no further.

we are your rock and roll answer.

new recording coming this spring.

10 or 11 songs... all original... no lies.

 

October 4, 2005

our show in LaCrosse scheduled for this friday, october 7th

has been postponed until another day..

 

on a brighter note, there are still two shows in minneapolis

this weekend... 1. thursday @ the uptown  2. saturday @ the terminal.

check the live screen for details.

 

September 26, 2005

casanatra has a new record coming out in march.

march 21st, 2006 in fact.

10 or 11 songs... all covers.... on second thought, there're not covers.

instead, some face-blowing original music.

until then, please keep your carpets clean.

 

September 19, 2005

it's a good night when you sleep

on your practice space floor.

that's livin'.

 

couple of weeks to rehearse our sweep arpeggios

then a show at the uptown in minneapolis.  

 

September 16, 2005

couple of new shows booked.

mainly this weekend.... sunday evening.

it's an all ages show, starts at 5pm.

triple rock, minneapolis.

 

September 7, 2005

hello.

 

September 2, 2005

begonias!

the bush administration doesn't know what to do.

we feel for us.

 

we have a little home at myspace.com

 

August 25, 2005

tracking is done....

at least until we decide to do something over.

we had fun.

 

check out a couple new shows on the live screen.

 

August 12, 2005

we're in the studio.  we're not sleeping.

lazlo is behind the controls.

he's a little crazy, so it's a good match.

 

August 5, 2005

we're getting killed and our president is on vacation.

wha?

we thought it was done you ask?.....

no.

 

July 29, 2005

try going for a walk if you're upset.

don't take it out on us.

 

July 28, 2005

it got kinda late again.

there's a thorn in somebody's side... or is it your new baby?

sweet lord, we're playing a show down at the entry tonight.....

thursday..... july 28th...... 2005......... please come.

 

July 20, 2005

there are thieves among us.

you know who you are.... you bastards.

if it's not yours, don't touch it.

 

thanks to everyone who came out to support on monday.

 

July 12, 2005

do you like grapes?

how nice.

what else do you like?

 

July 2, 2005

last minute show idea.

go to the 7th St. Entry this sunday night (7/3/05)

see us play with self-evident and traindodge.

should be a whole bunch of good music.

 

June 27, 2005

these storms are just lovely, don't you think.

mess around and you're bound to get hurt.

it really is too bad when people can't make up their minds.

mess around and you're bound to get hurt?

 

June 21, 2005

you don't need to buy everything you see.

save some money for later.

 

casanatra will have a new music section up soon... we promise.... or do we?

 

June 19, 2005

not much to say.

happy father's day.

 

June 15, 2005

we can't play the 400 Bar show this sunday night.

we are very sorry if you have plans to go.

especially if it's a first date.

 

June 11, 2005

yo baby, yo baby, yo baby, yo.

change it up a little....

don't be a slave... all these things you already know.

yes, we're still new music all the time.

we'll prove it to you, in a few different ways.

 

June 4, 2005

well,

mr pants grew 6 inches over the weekend.

he is now officially a big dude.

thanks for coming to v's.

 

June 1, 2005

a really cool 'in town' show coming this friday for us.

check the 'live' page to see where and when.

smoke your brains out.

 

May 28, 2005

you guys are crazy.

 

let's get some breakfast.

 

May 16, 2005

social security is gone, but we're not.

we've been writing and recording at the space,

along with some other activities.

but more importantly, primo impacto is almost done.

just a little artwork left, and she's ready to go.

watch for that, and a bunch of shows around there.

 

 

 

 

 

 

May 8, 2005

if this is your first time stopping by, thank you.

you suck.

some minor repairs on some gear coming, then some more rocking.

lots of somes on the horizon.

 

May 3, 2005

our president is a maniac.

 

look for more profound statements coming soon.

 

Sometine

lots of stuff going on tonight.

make your choice and do it.

and do it with everything you've got.

there's a new version of pity party on the music page.

 

April 23, 2005

love what you love no matter what people say.

what do they know?

 

we've been writing a bunch of new music.... damn good music.

 

April 17, 2005

look who's all grown up.

bob in sales.

golf golf golf golf golf golf.....

got a show coming in st paul.

i think you can still smoke there.

 

April 11, 2005

selling more drugs on tv than you can imagine.

side effects include death.

 

 

 

April 7, 2005

tweedle dee tweedle dum

 

April 5, 2005

april is a time for seeking revenge.

put on a nice cap and chase down whoever it is you're after.

then have a snack.

 

March 30, 2005

dog days again.

lie around and think of nothing.

on second thought.... think of something.

 

March 27, 2005

a new appreciation for music is always fun.

check out a new record,

or an old record that you haven't heard in a while.

alright, easter.

 

March 15, 2005

well,

there's a new song in the 'music' section of this website.

it's not the full deal yet, but it's something to fill your face for a while.

 

March 6, 2005

holy balls, we're having a good time.

looks like some small adjustments to the mix, some mastering,

and the new recording will be ready for pressing.

we really want you to hear it.

 

March 3, 2005

really rolling now.

new recording, new jackets, and new haircuts.

that's what casanatra has been up to.

you?

hope to see you saturday.

 

February 27, 2005

ok.

no problem.

we love you.

 

February 21, 2005

we did some cosmetic surgery to the ol' van.

needed some work done on her teeth.

 

come see us play.

 

 

 

February 15, 2005

sorry it's been so long, but....

think the bush administration

is our ticket.... ooops.

take your "w" sticker off your car.

you're a lemming, right?

that's right.  you are.

and you can't drive.

 

January 31, 2005

man vs. machine...

which one will prevail?

it's a constant struggle every hour of everyday to become

one with a machine.  unless it's a john deere. so we've heard.

respect it, but don't let it boss you around.  

 

January 23, 2005

time and time again.....

not sure what that means.

but we do have a couple of new shows lined up.

please take a look at the 'live' page.

p.s... florida is nice this time of year.

 

January 12, 2005

disaster?

seems like there are plenty of them these days.

any idea what's happening?

our hearts go to all of you.

 

January 6, 2005

too many beautiful things not to notice.

take time to smell the sugar plums.

also take time to smell yourself.

 

January 3, 2005

2005.

have a nice year.

 

December 20, 2004

cold and fortified... the weather in a nutshell.

anyway, the songs we set out to record are recorded.

lazlo kept us in line when we decided to go astray.

each of us will be in different parts of the country until

some other time, at which point we'll meet and start mixing.

(cocktails)

until then, everyone drive safely.

 

December 12, 2004

we'll be in the studio this week.

new songs to come.

 

December 11, 2004

what are you doing tonight?

go to wisconsin.

uw stout in menomonie.

click on 'live' to see why.

 

December 5, 2004

it's sunday night.

don't forget to take out the trash.

we'll be taking out some aggression on a 5-song recording soon.

in one week to be exact.  it will be beautiful.

couple of shows to check out on our 'live' page.

please come... be active in something.

 

November 27, 2004

how do you sleep at night?

your greed for money is flushing this country down the toilet.

you selfish bastard.

you're the one with a television on your back seat.

you lazy bastard.

much easier that way, isn't it?  easy to raise your kids.

 

November 24, 2004

thanksgiving.

 

 

November 22, 2004

damn.

thanks to big t. and everyone at the "house of 1000 bears" for

letting us play our monster acoustic tunes...  and the strong beer.

great music all night long from drago, bear claw, and the actual.

good party.

 

 

November 16, 2004

so hungry.

not so much?

we're recording in december.

maybe just 4 songs or so... but real sweet.

also, some new shows on the menu.

we'll save you a table.

 

 

November 10, 2004

please remember, if you're in advertising... you're evil.

trying to find the right words to sell isn't going to work with us.

you're selling nothing.  we're buying nothing.

well... maybe some gear.

 

 

November 8, 2004

thank you to everyone who came to see us play on sat.

nice to see some familiar faces.

next on our plate, a couple of shows and recording.

 

 

November 4, 2004

go have a refreshment and see the bands

this saturday the 6th in st. paul.  station 4.

we'll be there too.

5pm.

 

 

November 3, 2004

you messed it up.

 

 

November 2, 2004

election day.  don't mess it up.

 

 

October 27, 2004

once a again, thanks to everyone who helped out the last few days...

james in kc, sinsoil in omaha, mike's place in council bluffs, and

of course bridget in cedar falls.  y'all made the trip a lot easier.

now all we need are some new pants and hunting caps.  

next up... more writing, recording, and touring.

 

 

October 20, 2004

a little 4-day drive coming up this week.

if you're in our neck of the woods, we'll be in yours.

please check the 'live' page to see where to be.

 

 

October 14, 2004

well here comes the weather we've all been waiting for.

it's a little pissy out.  doesn't matter, rock rules over everything.

not the little boy rock that you hear on the radio....

more like art sludge pop.

(copyright showstopper 2004)

speaking of which, get your rubbers out and come listen to our set

at the uptown bar this saturday night.  casanatra plays at 9:30 or so.

 

 

October 4, 2004

transparency is no fun to look at..  so soft and weak.  so paper thin.

it's like a bad accident... can't stop looking.

if you feel transparent, turn the other cheek.

 

 

October 1, 2004 

well.

if you heard any of the presidential debate,

and you're still planning to vote for bush...

you're not very smart, and you shall never breed.

along the same lines....

casanatra has a gig this sunday down at the 7th St. Entry.

you can register to vote there.... for whoever.

check it out

 

 

September 23, 2004

there's some new pictures on the.... photos page.

random thought...

the average person has about twelve thousand thoughts per day.

the majority of which are ones they've had before.

just be glad you're not average.

 

 

  September 20, 2004

nice to see some old faces saturday night at the uptown.

thanks to nokomis, traindodge, self-evident,

and all the mugs that made it out.

 

looking forward,

we'll be recording when we get the money.

if you're rich, call us.

even if your bob, call us.

 

 

 

September 14, 2004

keep pushing.

it's like showstopper says....

you're never too old, and it's never too late.

 

thanks to lesser known saint and everybody at the m-shop in ames.

we had a reeel nice time.

 

a fucking cool show at the uptown in minneapolis this sat.

please check the shows page for details.

we'll also be at uw stout on friday night if you feel like

drinking cheap beer with us.

 

 

September 4, 2004

What time is it? balls, it's late.

labor day weekend.... yippie.

be careful on your drunk boats... up at the lake.

 

Thanks for checking out the website.

stop looking when your done.

 

 

August 22, 2004

hello.

everyone deserves a fresh start.

good to be back on the internet after all these months.

we have written a bunch of new music, and are playing a few gigs

so please check them out.

thunderfoot is in the house.

 

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