And so is my male roommate.

What should arrive just in time for the start of last weekend but a review copy of Rock Band 2, complete with two guitars and a drum set? That is the best kind of package. Yes, haha, packages. Wait, is that only funny in my mind because I’m cybering while I write this post? Anyways…

As plenty of other reviewers have noted, Rock Band 2 doesn’t feel that different from the original. Since I own the Wii version of Rock Band I though, this is the first time I’ve been able to customize characters or access downloadable content. I’ve also been working on an Economist piece about music games and the larger music industry, so I’ve been thinking about new markets and such while I play.

Most of all I’m just enjoying the little things: new songs, new guitars, quieter drums. I still much prefer playing tunes I know, and I still suck at percussion unless someone else works the foot petal. But for now I’m having a rocking good time — especially when my roommate plays in drag…