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Pastiche was one of the most popular local bands throughout the late 70's and early 80's. They had a polish and a pinache lacking in many local groups. Accomplished musicians, Ken Scales and Mr. Curt had a wry and often humorous approach to their lyricism, although that could turn to a biting cynicism in the case of tunes like Terminal Barbershop. Mr. Curt was one of musicians that rehearsed in the same space as the very early Modern Lovers, so his career has spanned the "classical" period of Boston rock.

Pastiche had a genuine sense of community, especially when it came to their attitude towards other bands. The liner notes for their first single read like a roster for the Boston 500. Any time they could help out another band they seemed only too glad to do so, especially when the band shared their sense of theater. As a much beloved fixture in the Boston club scene they were in an ideal position to help younger bands get a leg up in their careers. One group they recognized as kindred spirits was Slow Children. They helped Slow Children along with some plum gigs as Fagey and the crew fought to establish a local name for themselves. Beside gigs (like the one above at the Paradise) Mr. Kurt helped out by producing this 1980 session for the slowsters at Poly Trax Studios.