Pylon Reenactment Society

Athens, GA

Back in 2014, Jason NeSmith invited Pylon vocalist Vanessa Briscoe Hay to perform a few songs for Art Rocks Athens—a two years series of events and exhibits that explored the connection between art and music in Athens, GA between the years 1975-85. Pylon were all art majors at UGA and part of this particular scene during that era. Vanessa gave it some thought and a Pylon tribute seemed like the right thing to do.

Jason was initially surprised that Vanessa wanted to perform some Pylon songs for ARA—but, he agreed to put together a backing band. He learned to play guitar using Randy’s tuning. Kay Stanton and Gregory Sanders were recruited from his project Casper & the Cookies. Vanessa decided to call the project Pylon Reenactment Society— a reference to what Pylon had jokingly called themselves at practice.

The enthusiasm of audiences at their live shows has provided impetus to keep moving forward and to write fresh material in the spirit of Pylon. Pylon Reenactment Society aren’t Pylon, but are maybe the next best thing. Don’t be discouraged—let’s dance!

Pylon Reenactment Society will perform Chomp (1983) in its entirety, plus a few fan favorites.