The Local Void
Chandra—Concentration (1980 / No Wave)
Hello internet pals of music. Today we’re making a return to life with a child prodigy’s ode to the difficulty of distraction.
Recently, like, within the past few days, Sermons! made yet another cross-country move.
It has been suggested repeatedly that I rest. But, I’ve never been very good at resting. I’m fantastic at procrastinating, being lazy, and straight up goofing off—but not relaxing. Probably the worst at taking a vacation that I know.
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There’s so, so much to do. But sometimes, one must acknowledge the need for a pause. Take a beat. Sit out a measure. You can’t always be soloing. Plus, I guess as I send this it’s supposed to be a holiday or something.
But soon, I have to focus. This song will be my mantra. When you find yourself scattered, burnt-out, exhausted, please remember to take a beat. Drink some juice. Eat something good. See your family. Just sit in a chair for hours and fall asleep while reading. Pet a dog if you can find one.
And then, when you feel a bit more even keeled, CONCENTRATE.
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