As Victorians, The Tiger & Me have a nuanced understanding of rain, resulting in 78 distinct categories understood by all locals.
It is raining right now as I write this. I'm not making that up to make this article better — it is actually raining. Here is a light smattering of what this fine city has to offer in precipitation.
Light pricking drizzle
This is a Melbourne standard on tap all year round. It's the kind of drizzle which makes the cafe courtyard uncomfortable but not unbearable, and renders you damp but not drenched. An unsatisfying mid-ground.Highly localised short-term vertical torrential downpour (lasting less than 90 seconds)
Known to spontaneously deliver gargantuan volumes of water in a very selective manner. Will often occur during a brisk walk between venues, moments before the train actually arrives or during load-in to the venue. Usually followed by beautiful sunshine while you're inside soundchecking.Intermittent fat drop spitting
Often occurring on what may appear on the surface to be a fairly pleasant afternoon. The IFDS will normally sneak in like a group of youths on an overpass hovering overhead. The unwary Melbourne visitor may in fact believe they have copped an errant little spittle only to find no one else around, no overhead vantage points, and seemingly innocent cloud cover. Victims will often stop abruptly, wipe the cheek, check all directions, look baffled, then continue somewhat more disgruntled than before.Horizontal belting
This is the kind which renders any type of overhead protection completely redundant. Umbrellas are particularly useless at this point.Hanging fog of moisture droplets
Often found on Monday morning and around parkland, this kind seems to defy the traditional laws of physics in that the rain stays in an indefinite state of suspension around you. Stay still and you might stay dry, but make for the awning and you’re guaranteed to collect some water on your waistcoat.The Tiger & Me play the following dates:
Thu May 08 — Spotted Mallard (Brunswick)
Thu May 29 — Spotted Mallard (Brunswick)
Fri Jun 06 — The Bearded Lady (Brisbane)
Sat Jun 07 — Lefty's Old Time Music Hall (Brisbane)
Sun Jun 08 — Lefty's Old Time Music Hall (Brisbane)
Sun Jun 08 — Caxton St Seafood & Wine Festival (Brisbane)
