More and more I find myself spending as much time flipping through the channels as actually watching something interesting. There is however, one favorite, that is worth making an appointment for - HBO's Treme.
The show takes place in post-Katrina New Orleans, as an ensemble cast of residents attempt to recover, rebuild, and get by after the storm, each with varying degrees of success. To say that music plays a part in the show is an understatement. Musicians real and fictional weave throughout the story lines as art and life mix in reflexive imitation.
I'm really interested to see where last years plots go this season, the show's third: from Annie's impending breakout stardom, to Davis' next foray into the music industry (after getting essentially kicked out of his own band), to Delmond embracing and reconnecting with his roots, Sonny finding his way, and Antoine making success on his own terms - not to mention LaDonna, Janette and the rest of the characters.
The recently released trailer gives a short preview of things to come in Season 3, which debuts on Sunday, September 23rd at 10 pm.
To catch up on the past couple seasons, check out NPR's coverage, who provide an episode by episode commentary that gives great insight into all the shows references and connections.
Also, the Season 2 soundtrack is out on Spotify, with originals from the show like "Road Home" by DJ Davis and the Brassy Knoll and "Hu Ta Nay" by the father son supergroup featuring characters Delmond (Rob Brown) and Albert Lambreaux (Clarke Peters).
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