Ball and Larsen made their way north to the friendly confines of Taylor's Big Room studio in Durham, Maine over a long weekend in January. With temperatures dipping below zero, it was no wonder that Bahaba Walker traveled south to join the other core members of Rorschach for some hard core tunage. We await the outcome. Other UPI news...

It appears in a twist of misguided fortune Ball traded the Barney mobile away at a rest stop on the NJ Turnpike for elephants being abandoned by a gypsy circus. Larsen, with some reluctance repacked the elephants with the gear and Hanni-Ball led the great beasts' north drawing little attention until the lead animal got stuck in the EZ-Pass toll entering Connecticut. After a struggle, Larsen loosened the gear which was wedged under the No-Cash sign, and with Johnny Quest speed and heroism freed the creature. However, much of Hanni-Ball's EQ was trampled upon including his beloved pitch shifters, kitchen utensils, and garment bag. The team recovered though, and continued through the perilous cold, snow and mountains finally reaching the Taylor Equestrian Centre and Studio Complex.

As UPI Senior Editor a nod is essential to covert operations. Mums da Word. I was pleased to find out Winsdor is cheaper in New Hampshire. Bahaba was right to escape to this tax free environment.

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Fresh snow can be found lying about the place like a scene from Kyber Pass. Yes, while some things lie dormant others do not. One example would be Tim Larsen, roughly one half of Mind Warp Pavilion, this refers to his effort not his size. Tim, while fighting the urge to relive the 80's has found himself creating virtual sound bytes lacquered with realistic calls of the wild. He, and music mate Dave "Stick-Boy" Lunt will be applying there reptilian repertoire at the Groove Ground in Collingswood, NJ. This December offering will have to satisfy coffee lovers, as well as those in search of the sound from the Magic Rock.

While rumors circulate about Mike Walker working in a laboratory somewhere in Maine, as a mad scientist's assistant, there has been no verification to date. Speculation of algebraic genome alterations and general disrespect of mother nature has been occurring in Maine well before Walker ever showed up. This in itself does not explain why there are so many descendants of the French up there chopping down trees, but does explain the tribal drum playing in Bar Harbor.

Taylor, meanwhile has been keeping a watchful eye over the down east region. Proud to now have gone accident free for 283 days, he may now be allowed to use power tools again. What's a Mainer without a powertool? We at UPI, were afraid to ask.

LL Bean has opened a store in Marlton, NJ . This also happens to be the home of P Ball. Ball who is out of work due to another reduction by force in Princeton, decided it made perfect sense to seek employment at Bean's (having been to Maine once). However, after reciting the first couple of lines from Jesus Trees at the interview, he was promptly escorted out, and asked never to return. "We want good down to earth people, that look good in Plaid, know how to survive in the wild, canoe upstream, not little pimply faced rockers with Jersey accents and attitudes...". Ball's hopes for an outdoorsy career have been sidelined accordingly.

Yes, it is true that in 2003, Rorschach shall assemble for new tunes. Could it be ten years already? (UPI) United Propaganda Int'l

Thanks to Julia Coombs for featuring music on her WBOR radio show from the Rorschach Painters and other band member projects, including Blue Sky It, led by Phil Ball with Fred Taylor on guitar and including the Erpelation series by Fred Taylor and Mike Walker. The songs featured were...

Rorschach Painters: Right Field, Orange Jumpsuit, Vapor Lock,Galipoli

Taylor/Walker: Avian, The Obelisk, In 10 Cities, Circle Back

Blue Sky It: Alone

Well the leaves are changing color and the squirrels are gathering nuts for the winter, so it only makes sense that the members of Rorschach will be foraging in the woods soon for new material for the long winter ahead. After a relatively quiet summer, with band members languishing in relative obscurity, the time has come for Schach to be seen and heard. Taylor, Larsen, Walker and Ball have been honing their skills in private, but will soon be assembling new collaborative efforts. UPI reporters sensing impending news are scurrying about to find paper and pens, so that they may get written accounts of what could be the first new news from Schach in a long time. Walker has been seen in Bar Harbor, ME. removing barnacles from overturned oyster skiffs, Taylor has been seen mending pasture fences in Durham, ME. Larsen has been seen bulking up on beer to build a layer of winter fat, and Ball has been seen completing his baseball season, so it's off with the spikes and onto lowered heels.
 

The duo of Larsen and Lunt who comprise the artistic effort of Mind Warp Pavilion will be performing in Collingswood, NJ. , on October 18, 2002 at The Coffee Shop. They will be up to their usual antics of synths and plinths. A rare opportunity to see and hear the nocturnal rituals of these idiosyncratic youths.
 

Ball meanwhile has located his guitar, which was mistakenly left at a pawnshop, and was pleased to see the instrument had not forgot any of the chords that were factory installed. While dabbling in foreign tongues and altered tunings, Ball has threatened to revive the folk/rock style. "Yeah, it's really easy to crank this shit out in a hurry..." He hopes to play coffeehouses also.
 

While the prospect of new Rorschach material looms ominously in the future, UPI feels that improved conditioning in the off season has provided the members with the stamina necessary to continue through winter. New toys seem to have breathed life back into the band.
 

Rock Em' Schach Em'

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Well it has been quiet this summer around Camp Schach, with band members on vacation (or in jail), not much is happening. The trio of Taylor, Larsen and Walker got together recently in Durham, Me. for a little music a la "Off the Cuff". While Ball was visibly missing, his musical contributions were not. The trio invited guest keyboardist Brooks Ivorytinkler to a session of impromptu jamming. Apparently, a good time was had by all, and no arrests were made. UPI is always glad the boys stay out of trouble, but regret that it provides little for the writers to work with. So it was with much glee that UPI reporters were sent to track down the elusive P Ball in a Jersey holding facility for an interview. "Yes, I am out of seclusion and moving on with life. I am practicing some guitar chords now because Rorschach may need me one day again. I don't mind being the pretty-boy of the band, but even Davie Jones had to learn to play the Maracas for the Monkees. I am not sure how long my youthful looks will last, so I am memorizing the Mel Bay II book just in case." Ball is currently playing baseball part time in the South Jersey area, and seeking love full time. While the core members enjoy their summers off, demand mounts for new Rorschach material. (UPI) United Propaganda Int'l

The Rotunda resounded with the sound samples of Larsen & Lunt Friday evening April 19, 2002. An enjoyable evening was had by all, which included several acts. Mind Warp Pavilion performed two flawless sets, while young female U of P undergrads threw their undergarments on stage. Noticeably missing, was the riot police, who in the past have had to break up unruly leather-clad crowds who tend to gather at these Mind Warp events. Street performer and poet "The Great Quentini", also performed some wild acts, leaving a trail of smoke and lettuce leaves all over the Unitarian Church's floor. Mind Warp will start work on a new album following the MWP world tour.

The air waves of New England were electrified by Derf Taylor recently, when he was interviewed on Bowdin College radio band (commonly referred to as the Jamie Pirate Network, and also known as Radio Free Canada). Taylor who has become known as an Ozric Tentacle expert and disciple, discussed the world according to Ed Wynn ( Ed should hire this guy as his publicist).

Mike Walker is changing careers, after much consideration, he will run away with the circus, especially if they tour New Hampshire (its tax free there still right).
Philip Ball, who apparently fell in love recently with a Grecian Goddess (SM), became totally distracted and disorientated. After losing a lot of sleep, he has decided to go in seclusion till the love/hate feelings go away (or he meets somebody else).

"Yeah, she reminded me of the Greek goddess Aphrodite...but she had a far better ass..."
Ball had started his memoirs, but unfortunately gave the original manuscript of the first chapter to her, so she could get to know him better (fool).

"I thought it would scare the hell out of her (hide your daughters), but it didn't, in fact, I could be a light weight compared to her with life experiences" (UPI) United Propaganda Int'l

Mind Warp Pavillion will be performing live in Philadelphia. The duo of Tim Larsen and Dave Lunt will be performing music from their latest recordings. The venue will be an evening of various artists performing at the Star Gate Concert Series, 4012 Walnut Street, at the Rotunda on Friday April 19, 2002. An eight o'clock start has been posted. While Larsen generally twists knobs for the Rorschach Painters and Blue Sky It, he has found time to develop Techno-Trance music with Dave Lunt. Lunt has performed with other acts such as the Nite Crawlers, Pretty Poison and Blue Sky It. The two should provide an evening of electronic wizardry and entertaining improvisation. Come and expand your mind. The concert series is sponsored in part by U of Penn's radio station WXPN Stars End Program. The concert series is also sponsored by PAC (Philadelphia Ambient Consortium) Music & Noise website www.simpletone.com (UPI) United Propaganda Int'l

Larsen was driving blindfolded through most of Maine, while Ball gave the directions, including when to stop, speed up, and pass. It's a little game they play, to add a little fun to the trip home. After a successful hunting trip, the boys found themselves submersed in euphoria, having survived the cold beer and late hours of ritual entertainment. Early reports indicate that a "Ten-Pointer" may have been bagged on New Years Eve, but until the final weigh-in is recorded, this remains mere speculation. Apparently, there was a lot of gun fire throughout the weekend, but trigger happy members seemed to miss their targets early on, but with ammo running low, the boy's aim got better. Taylor speculated that liquid diets may have contributed to the early erratic behavior, but as the men got used to the water, their efforts became more assured. Although photos were allowed during ceremonial activities, the photographer was asked to avoid pictures that would find the lads in compromising positions. This was handled beautifully by "Ansil" Walker, who was quoted as saying "I took the shoot first...ask questions later" approach. Well, with the 2002 hunting expedition behind them now, Rorschach can look forward to the next hunting season. (UPI) United Propaganda Int'l

Ball & Larsen continue to bulk up for the trip north. Lists of items to bring are being distributed and filled. They are armed with high caliber equipment and ammo. The "Techno-Schach" platforms have been breach loaded and ready for firing. Hunting stands have been camouflaged, so they can hide from their prey. Larsen appears to be thirsty for high tech suds from local micro-breweries, he has vowed to drink his weight in beer. Meanwhile, Ball, who is concerned about his aim, has said "if I fire enough rounds, I will hit something eventually", remains poised to drink the local libations too. They expect the roads to be plowed if snow covered, citing the fact that most Mainers really know how to shovel the shit.

The siting of the Rorschach Painters northern charter members has been verified through local sources, who wish to remain anonymous for obvious reasons (hide your daughters). Durham, Maine, usually a quiet pastoral neighborhood, is all abuzz with widespread knowledge that Taylor and Walker, cloaked by darkness, have emerged from that murky cacophony of serpentine synthesizers known as Erpelation III, to reveal themselves in the Northern Lights again. Walker, who apparently was hiding in New Hampshire, has returned to Maine, because he could no longer live life tax free with a clear conscience. Taylor, was last scene on the back forty of the Espirit Equestrian Erpelation Elevator...the following is an eyewitness account:

Ah-yah man, it was wicked man...I'd never'd seen anything like it man...there he was...running...waving his hands...singing at the top of his lungs...

" I live my life without a regret...and I know that I am blessed...On a tea-totter in Tibet...In the shadows of Everest..."

Yah...he was, he was running naked, naked as a j-bird, through the poppy fields down on Newell Brook Road, like a freakin' temple boy...Yah...hide your daughters...

United Propaganda Int'l (UPI)

It has been reported that Ball & Larsen are considering loading up the sled to come north for an unscheduled hunting trip in Durham, Maine. When asked if this was myth or reality, Ball was quoted as saying "I don't really know the difference". Either way, hunting licenses have been issued to both Ball & Larsen, on the condition they hunt quietly and leave when asked to. While neither has bagged any big game recently, their hopes remain high, and a place over Ball's mantle awaits a new "Trophy". Ball was overheard saying "I don't care what I get, as long as it fills up the space". Larsen responded by saying " I could use a cold one right about now", well who knows what he is thinking...but you can bet he does think. Issued by United Propaganda Int'l (UPI)