Factor in the Oblivians and Gories reunions at the Hi-Tone Cafe, and there’s a time-machine trifecta going on this weekend: Today, the men of Staff — best known for that unforgettable indie rock ditty “George W. Hitler” — step into the spotlight for the first time in a half-decade with a 5 p.m. show at the Buccaneer Lounge.
With Tim Prudhomme — known locally for his frequent collaborations with Harlan T. Bobo and nationally for his work with onetime Matador signees Fuck — at the helm, along with fellow Fuck-er Geoff Soule and former Grifters bassist Tripp Lampkins, Staff simmered under the radar in the early 2000s, despite a coveted touring spot as an opener for Sonic Youth.
Listen to “Hey Sister,” the lead track off their now out-of-print, five-song debut EP, here. And go here to read an interesting interview with Prudhomme, circa 2002.
Also on the bill at the Bucc tonight: Teledildonics 5000, the brainchild of organist Brendan Spengler, an alum of Harlan T. Bobo’s live band and Viva L’American Deathray.