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Days of Rona: Sean McVay of King Buffalo

The statistics of COVID-19 change with every news cycle, and with growing numbers, stay-at-home isolation and a near-universal disruption to society on a global scale, it is ever more important to consider the human aspect of this coronavirus. Amid the sad surrealism of living through social distancing, quarantines and bans on gatherings of groups of any size, creative professionals — artists, musicians, promoters, club owners, techs, producers, and more — are seeing an effect like nothing witnessed in the last century, and as humanity as a whole deals with this calamity, some perspective on who, what, where, when and how we’re all getting through is a needed reminder of why we’re doing so in the first place.

Thus, Days of Rona, in some attempt to help document the state of things as they are now, both so help can be asked for and given where needed, and so that when this is over it can be remembered.

Thanks to all who participate. To read all the Days of Rona coverage, click here. — JJ Koczan

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Days of Rona: Sean McVay of King Buffalo (Rochester, New York)

How are you dealing with this crisis as a band? Have you had to rework plans at all? How is everyone’s health so far?

People from all over are getting hit really hard by this, and we’re certainly no exception to that. We had multiple tours set up coinciding with the release of our newest EP. So far we’ve had to postpone our entire spring tour, and are crossing our fingers that we’ll be able to keep our summer and fall dates. Thankfully, each of us and our families is currently safe and healthy.

What are the quarantine/isolation rules where you are?

Here in Rochester, NY all workers that are not “essential” are required to work from home. All schools are closed, and all bars/restaurants are closed to the public (but can remain open for takeout/delivery). Any “non-essential” gathering of any kind is banned. Recently, the city started closing public playgrounds and basketball/tennis courts as well.

How have you seen the virus affecting the community around you and in music?

In my neighborhood I’ve noticed more people in their yards playing with their kids and pets. It’s been nice to see people trying to stay positive and make the best of everything while still being responsible and social distancing, but there’s definitely still a bit of stress and uncertainty in the air. As far as the local arts community goes things are certainly more worrisome. Many artists also work in the food and beverage industry, so they’re being hit extra hard, and venues are obviously in a really rough situation. In a general sense, it’s been really nice to see the influx of live-streamed performances and overall flood of artistic content throughout the internet. Its awesome to see people trying to support each other where they can in spite of our government’s completely inept and inadequate response to all of this.

What is the one thing you want people to know about your situation, either as a band, or personally, or anything?

First and foremost we want everyone to remain safe and healthy. We want everyone to make sure to take this virus seriously, and to do their part to help slow this thing down. We’re all in this together, and we all need to look out for one another. As far as King Buffalo goes… In an effort to make up for having to postpone our spring tour we filmed some live performances in our secluded practice space, and will be releasing them very soon. We have some other ideas cooking as well so keep an ear out. Best wishes to everyone and their families.

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