June 29, 2006
Local artists dish about the Comerica TasteFest
What is your favorite part of the Comerica TasteFest?
“I really get a
sense of community there and you can't beat a Detroit summer. It's
in full swing at the fest.”
John
Arnold-Blackman / Arnold World Jazz Quintet
“It is difficult
for me to pinpoint one part of the festival that I would consider my
favorite since there are so many great aspects to this event. As a
recent culinary school grad, and obviously a music fan, I can really
appreciate the combination of food and music that takes place at
TasteFest.”
Michael Geiger
“To put it
simply, good music and good food are my favorite part of the
festival. There is a variety of genres and tastes. It's colorful and
multi-ethnic, and there is a particular beauty in that. It's nice
when a community gathers around two very important things in life:
food and music.”
Amir
Husak-Hairshirt.
“My favorite
part of the fest is to see so many people from all walks of life
sharing time together. All kinds of music, food and cultures in one
place always makes for a good time.”
Gino
Fanelli-Gypsy Strings of Detroit
“Performing
outdoors for all our fan is always a great time. My favorite part of
the fest is walking around and grooving on the vibes, checking out
the great entertainment, and of course the grub.”
Tino
Gross-Howling Diablos
“The best part
is definitely the people. Not only do you see everyone you know
there, but you also see folks you haven't seen in a long time and
people you wouldn't normally see at all. It's great people watching
— like being in the airport, except everybody's in a good mood.”
Wendy
Case-The Paybacks
“I'd have to say
the best part of the fest is the free shows! Not too many other
festivals present such a rich variety of music for free.”
Peter
Devins-Speakerphone