Invasive Exotics After years of gnashing their teeth wildly through the bible belt of Texas, Indian jewelry have emerged with their debut.
Customer Review: Indian jewelry rock my world. Period.
Indian jewelry, Invasive Exotics (Monitor Records, 2006)

I’ve spent a lot of time over the past couple of months listening to Invasive Exotics, trying to figure out what I think of it. I have come to the conclusion that I don’t like it as much as Indian jewelry’s debut album, Sangles Redux. But then, there are very few albums, by anyone, I like as much as I like Sangles Redux, so that’s not saying much. Truth be told, though, that’s part of my problem; mixed in with the real gems on this disc (”Health and Wellbeing,” “Partying with Jandek,” the awe-inspiring “Lesser Snake”) is a remix of “Lost My Sight” that I just can’t get past. The version on Sangles is one of those tracks you could just listen to over and over again. (I do, at times.) The new version is… meh. Why mess with perfection?

But, you know, it’s Indian jewelry. And it’s one annoying track. And while an Indian jewelry album can’t capture the fascination, ferocity, and almost ritual atmosphere of their legendary live shows, their albums come closer than those of any other legendary live band I can think of to doing so, and are thus more worth picking up. (If you have not yet heard Sangles Redux, you need it. Listen to “Going South” and tell me that is not a song that just begs for live performance. If you have not yet had the chance to see these guys live, do whatever you must.) This is very, very good stuff, and well worth your time. ***

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Luigi Bormioli Strauss 11 3/4-Ounce Double Old fashioned Glasses, Set of 6 The sophisticated style of this set of six double old fashioned glasses offers a tasteful presentation at any occasion. When entertaining, impress guests with a satisfying 12-ounce mixed drink served in this unique tumbler, or serve a wide array of everyday refreshments from juice to chilled water with an elegant touch at the table. Blown from pure lead-free crystal, the innovative design features a smart squared-shape with subtly rounded-corners, complementing barware from the Renoir collection. For generations, the skillful creativity of Luigi Bormioli patterns, named after renowned musicians and artists, present flawless quality and superior craftsmanship. Imported from Italy, this refined glassware is also dishwasher-safe. –Roberta Cruger
Customer Review: Great look, reasonable price
I purchased 2 sets of these glasses in December 2006. They look great, have a nice heavy feel to them, are of obvious good quality. I could not be happier, and I’m now going to order the larger 13.5 oz. size too. If you have any doubts, you can forget them now, and buy these classy glasses. If you like the look of this style, you will not regret this purchase.

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