NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | TABLE OF CONTENTS
MARCH
TABLEof COVER STORY
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Guns & Hoses XIV at the Ford Center
The Tri-State's most thrilling Charity Event is back!
FEATURES & UPCOMING EVENTS
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Korn at the Ford Center
Nü Metal Masters returning in support of Requiem
CHECK OUT ALL OF THE FUN GOING ON IN MARCH!
A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
6 At least spring is within reach
Established in 1991 by
CUISINE & DINING
Publisher Brian Bennett Operations Manager Joshua Adams Managing Editor & Writer Thomas Ellis Account Representatives TJ Tanoos
24 What's Cookin' 26 Clean Bite Life 27 Coupons
ENTERTAINMENT
28 In Town & Around 34 Music: Nobody's Cousin 36 Music: Misery Collective
Zach Williams at the Old National Events Plaza
Exclusive Interview with the "Chain Breaker" Singer
Evansville Philharmonic Pops Performances
The EPO presents Tributes to John Williams & Queen
Steven Crowder & Dave Landau from Louder with Crowder
Conservative Comedians bringing Laughs to the Victory
Brian Regan at the Victory
Beloved Standup Comedian coming to Evansville
Alton Brown Live!: Beyond the Eats at ONEP Exclusive Interview with the Good Eats Chef
Orchestra 38 Music: Forthright 39 Music: Jason Lee McKinney Band 40 Rock & Metal Profs 42 Screen Time 43 True Crime Junkie LOCAL HAPPENINGS
44 GRANTED - Over the Edge
Exclusive Interview with Opener Grand Funk Railroad
Santana "Blessings and Miracles" Tour at the Ford Center Exclusive Interview with Legendary Guitarist Carlos Santana
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | EDITOR'S NOTE
A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
I
always feel a sense of relief when we head
boss passes by the office door. Learned that
confronts Jerry about adopting his hip lingo in
into March. Yes, it can be a frigid month at
from George Costanza. You just gotta furrow
conversation ("What, you're using my "babies"
times but at least spring is within reach; the
your brow a lot and, most importantly, appear
now?"). Anyhow, like I was saying, there's
promise of warmer days ahead just puts a little,
perpetually annoyed, maybe even slam a fist
plenty of entertainment value this month: Bert
uh, spring in my step. When I'm not sitting at my
down on occasion. The key is to make people
Kreischer, Korn, The Marshall Tucker Band,
desk, that is. Editing is a very sedentary job, after
think you're putting so much effort into your
Napoleon Dynamite (a conversation w/ the
all - though I've considered looking into one
work that it's emotionally draining. And hey, if
stars), Zach Williams, Louder with Crowder,
of those standing desks. But something tells
you need any pointers, feel free to call in and
Brian Regan, Travis Tritt and Alton Brown. And,
me it'd be pretty much on par with the mirror
I'll talk you through it. But for now let's focus
FYI, in early April you can look forward to Kid
exercising thing. You know, Tonal and the like.
on March and what's on tap in the tri-state,
Rock and the annual Guns & Hoses charity
After about a week I'd just go back to business
including more big shows, baby! That's another
boxing match. We've got the lowdown on the
as usual, sitting on my butt for eight-plus hours
Costanza reference, by the way. One of my
battle between area first responders and much
- but always being sure to look busy when the
all-time favorite Seinfeld moments is when he
more inside. Happy St. Patrick's Day! - TE
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GUNS HOSES XIV CHARITY BOXING COMPETITION BETWEEN AREA FIRST RESPONDERS RETURNS TO RAISE MORE MONEY FOR COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
A
FORD CENTER / APRIL 9 / 7 P.M.
round $2 million and counting. That's
However, Orange came down with COVID
the financial impact the annual Guns
and had to quarantine. With the prospect of
& Hoses charity boxing competition
a "re-match" looming (nothing's confirmed
has had on the tri-state since its debut.
at this time), it seemed appropriate to check
Countless community organizations that
in with them ahead of the competition at the
provide services for children and adults
Ford Center.
with disabilities (including Big Brothers Big Sisters, Evansville ARC, GRANTED, SMILE on
What made you decide to get involved with
Down Syndrome and so many more) have
Guns & Hoses and what do you recall about
benefited from the money raised when area
your first experience in the ring?
first responders face-off in the ring each
ROBERT GIPSON (Henderson Police
spring. For those brave enough to put it all on
Department): When I heard about it I was
the line in front of a packed Ford Center filled
actually a rookie officer at the Academy and
with boisterous fans, it's more than worth
I reached out and basically said, 'Who do
getting punched in the face a few times when
I need to talk to? I want to get involved in
it's all for such a good cause. No pain, no
this - it sounds like a great thing.' I ended up
gain, as they say.
fighting Jake O'Nan from the Henderson Fire Department. And even though we're smaller
For the record, the Guns got the upper
than Evansville there was a lot of smack talk
hand last time around, breaking the 6-6
- just between our two departments. I love
tie and claiming bragging rights heading
Jake today - he's a good friend and I care
into this much-anticipated re-match. But
dearly for him but that first fight if you watch
what made the 13 edition of this cherished
the video, you'll see me go up and slap my
event particularly special was the increased
gloves in his face and the whole crowd started
number of female fighters involved and the
booing. But actually, I told him, 'Let's give
fact that participants from four states and
them a good show.' It was all for fun and all
16 departments were represented. Guns &
of a sudden I became the heel in that fight. It
Hoses just continues to grow and draw more
made for a great night. Getting booed, like,
attention to its mission with each passing year.
it was a childhood dream - like when you see wrestling when you're growing up.
While the 2022 fight card has yet to be released, we caught up with two fighters on opposing sides - Robert Gipson
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Department): I got involved in 2019 but
(Guns) and Daniel Orange (Hoses)
before that I had a long history of being part
- that were scheduled to duke
of the training gym for Guns & Hoses - since
it out at the previous event.
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DANIEL ORANGE (Evansville Fire
the second event. I just like to fight and it's
such a great cause. My first time in the ring
three rounds and do just fine. If that's who I'm
was with Tupe Peko from Indianapolis - he's
fighting this year, I'm going to have to back-up
a former NFL player - and I just flat-out got
my big lips before he gives it to me. But here's
knocked out. Lights out. I think it was the
what's going to happen: Once I hit him and
biggest knockout in all of Guns & Hoses. He
knock him out, I'm going to be the first person
caught me good with a punch in the second
- because I'm a first responder - to check to see
round and I went down. But I like to say that I
if he's ok. After I knock him out, I'll make sure
was winning the fight up until that point.
the scene's safe; I'll get him in the recovery
"
I JUST LIKE TO FIGHT AND IT'S SUCH A GREAT CAUSE.
position and his boys can come help him. How did you feel the morning after that first fight?
ORANGE: Gipson is such a
GIPSON: If the fights were not on YouTube I
compassionate guy. Always thinking
wouldn't recall all of what happened because
of other people first. Seriously, for
your adrenaline pumps so fast - it depletes
his height and build, he's extremely
your body. I know we had a get-together at
athletic and moves very well. But while
the FOP afterwards and the first year my family
he's got the height and reach on me,
came out and wanted to go out to dinner and
that's about it - I've got the skill, the
celebrate and I literally said, 'I'm just going to
punching ability, the wind, you name it.
go home and sleep.' I felt fine the next day but
And I'm over 300 pounds of solid mass.
I had no energy afterwards. It was a night of
But if we meet in the ring, it should be a good
just one adrenaline dump after another - you're
fight.
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cheering for your buddies, you're cheering for everything. And when the fire department
How are you feeling - and how's training
wins a fight you go, 'Oh, that's not good' and
going - as we head into the final days before
boo them.
the event? GIPSON: With every year, I get younger, so my
ORANGE: Emotionally, I felt great. Getting
plan is to do a lot of cardio because I'm not
knocked out didn't bother me at all - I woke
scared to take a punch; you can hit me. I know
up when I hit the mat and looked up at the
I'm not made of glass so go ahead and hit me.
lights and knew where I was and what had
My issue is I have to work on my conditioning
happened. I got checked out [medically]
and keep the shoulders up and hands up and
afterwards and then went for a drink with the
throw [punches] consistently for 180 seconds.
guys. The only downside was that I sprained
So I'll be working on the speed bag, trying to
my knee and had to go to work the next day
get my shoulders back in shape; I'll be working
which was difficult.
on the Peloton - that's right, my girl has a
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Armstrong strength.
how do you see the bout playing out? GIPSON: Daniel's dad is my neighbor - so
ORANGE: I feel good - I'm continuing to train
there's a lot of trash-talking between me and
most days and though I've gained a little
Daniel. But he's a heck of a fighter. And his
weight, you'd be surprised what I can do
conditioning when it comes to wind...he's
with this 300+ pound body. No matter
really good at his oxygen. So not only does
who I face, they better be ready.
he have a history of good hands, quick hands, he's got the conditioning where he can go
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WITH CHEVELLE & CODE ORANGE FORD CENTER / MARCH 8 / 6:30 P.M.
Nü metal masters returning to Evansville with two very special guests in tow Two years after joining forces with Breaking Benjamin for a co-headlining tour that just managed to squeeze in a stop at the Ford Center prior to lockdown, the biggest name in nü metal returns in support of Requiem, Korn's 14th studio album. And while the California-based band known for groundbreaking, relentlessly heavy hits like "Freak on a Leash," "Falling Away from Me" and "A.D.I.D.A.S." gets sole top billing this time around, they're bringing along two very special guests to sweeten the deal: Chevelle and Code Orange. The former, a multi-platinum hard rock trio from the Midwest, has charted numerous singles, including "Send the Pain Below," "Letter from a Thief" and "Hats Off to the Bull"; the latter, meanwhile, is a long-running metalcore band from Pittsburgh that tears it up every time they take the stage - the perfect opener for this highly-anticipated show. In addition to performing all of their biggest songs and fan favorites, Korn is sure to include several cuts from the new album which has received widespread acclaim. Lead single "Start the Healing" - which dropped back in November - demonstrates that even three decades in, these guys haven't lost a step, still capable of conjuring pummeling riffs that singular vocalist Jonathan Davis spews, scats and croons over in equal measure. Simply put, Korn is in a class of their own both in the studio and especially on stage so don't miss their welcome return to the Ford Center! For tickets and more info, visit fordcenter.com. The Ford Center is located at 1 SE MLK Blvd. in downtown Evansville.
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ZACH WILLIAMS OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA / MARCH 24 / 7 P.M.
Award-winning Christian music artist on turning his life around, working with Dolly Parton, new studio recordings and more
ach Williams knows firsthand what
of the charts for 35 weeks running - an
his GRAMMY success but earned him
it's like to hit the bottom in life.
unprecedented achievement.
another long stay at number one.
that derailed his dreams of collegiate
The Chain Breaker album soon followed -
Williams kindly spoke with News 4U ahead
basketball glory, the award-winning
as did the accolades, including GRAMMYs,
of the show at the Old National Events
Christian music artist spiraled downward,
GMA Dove Awards and K-LOVE Fan
Plaza.
got hooked on drugs and lost his way for
Awards - with an unforgettable live
a long stretch. He found a new purpose in
performance staged in, of all places,
music, ultimately, but still couldn't shake
Harding Prison. That intimate, revelatory
his demons. That's when he made the
show (released as Survivor in 2018) was
fateful decision to follow in the footsteps
juxtaposed by rapturous concerts at iconic
of Christ - to be a better person and set an
venues such as Red Rocks which served
example for others. Just a few years later,
as mass gatherings in the name of God.
in 2016, Williams signed a solo record deal
But perhaps Williams' most treasured
in a million years would I have imagined
and dramatically changed the trajectory
moment to date was collaborating with the
the success that the songs have had or the
of his life with the singles "Chain Breaker"
legendary Dolly Parton for the first single
things that have happened. I was doing
and "Old Church Choir," two consecutive
off 2019's Rescue Story, his sophomore
what I thought God had for me and I think
number ones that remained at the top
effort. "There Was Jesus" not only repeated
He was like, I have other plans, you know?
Z
After suffering a debilitating injury
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The trajectory of your life changed so dramatically - from rags to riches, in a
sense. Has it been difficult to practice humility at times considering all the accolades you've received?
It's definitely been a rollercoaster. Never
"
I was doing what
- if it wasn't for you, I wouldn't be here.' And I'm like, 'Well, it's not me; I'm messed up still - I still have my days. And we all do - we struggle; I struggle to get it right.
Did you just let Dolly do her thing in the
studio? I can't imagine she needed much direction.
You know, we hadn't written any female
I thought God
The only real reason that I'm where I'm at
background parts for the song - we were
is because of Jesus. That's what I try to tell
just kind of going to let her do her thing.
had for me and I
people, you know? And it definitely takes
And every time she would do one [a vocal
a load off.
take] that we thought was the one, she would say, 'Let me have another one.'
think He was like, I
What was it like to perform in a prison
She wanted it to be the best; she really
have other plans,
that path years earlier?
her heart that day and she's obviously...
you know?
I think being in my mid-forties definitely... it doesn't take much to remind you where you've been, you know, and what you've gone through to keep you humble. And so I think 2020 did that for a lot of people - it doesn't matter where you're at in your career or what you're doing in life. When you can't go out and do those things, you worry that people are going to forget about you, they're going to forget about your songs. [You have to try to] figure out how to keep it going. And I think that put it in perspective for me - just how quickly it could be here and be gone. And so I just live every day being grateful for what I have and what God's doing in my life. Fans often comment that your music has
changed their life in some meaningful way.
Surely that's amazing to hear but do you find that burdensome at all?
Well, I mean at the end of the day, it's not anything that I'm doing. This is all...it's all God. He's the one that's changed my life; He's the one that changes people's lives. I get to meet people and they're like, 'Man, your song changed my life; your music changed my life
knowing that you were headed down
wanted to serve that song. I got to see
I can put myself in that situation because
there's a reason why she's had such a
I can look at those guys and think, man,
successful career, because she works
I could have easily been where you're
hard, too. She also hasn't forgotten about
at - on the other side of this. And so it's
the people coming up. I mean, she's one
definitely different, but when you see
of the nicest people. If you're talking to
guys that are in prison, you know, lifting
her, there's nobody else in the room;
their hands and praising the Lord and
you've got her attention. And that's just
singing along...and you're like, this is the
the way she handles herself.
only freedom they've found inside these walls. It's a pretty awesome thing to see
Rescue Story was released just before the pandemic. Have the songs you've been
that. Did any of your musical peers ask if
you would politely step aside for a bit
and give other artists a chance to get to
writing for the next album been informed by the state of the world over the last couple years?
Yeah, I just went in [to the studio] about
number one during your ridiculous 35-
two weeks ago - we tracked 10 new songs
week run at the top?
and still got a bunch more to track. My
[Laughs} No, I didn't really know anybody
favorite right now, as far as leading off the
at the time; I was brand new. When
record - I can't really say what the title is
"Chain Breaker" went number one I was
yet - it was one of those songs where we
on a tour playing two songs a night with
just went in that day...I didn't have a title;
an acoustic guitar. I was by myself; I didn't
I didn't have much of an idea. And it was
have a band. Then that song went to
just kind of, hey, let's write a song that
number one and that definitely helped
feels the best for today, and we were all
me. Chris Tomlin, he reached out and
talking about the Lord's Prayer; we were
I ended up doing "Worship Nights in
kind of talking about the shape of our
America" with him. Big Daddy Weave was
country, where our world's at. You know,
one of the big tours that I went on. I think
that's how the conversation started and
[MercyMe singer] Bart Millard called me
we wrote this song that I'm really proud of
one day and was like, 'Hey dude, can you
and can't wait to get it out.
step out of the way?' Bart's great, though; he's a good friend.
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EVANSVILLE PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
MARCH & APRIL POPS PERFORMANCES The EPO saves the best for last with tributes to film composer John Williams and Queen The curtain may be coming down on the 2021-2022 EPO season, but Music Director Roger Kalia has a couple aces up his sleeve for the final two Pops Series performances with tributes to film composer John Williams and Queen. Yes, Queen. Considering the overwhelming popularity of Bohemian Rhapsody starring UE alumni Rami Malek, it's only fitting that the Philharmonic will bring the band's iconic music to the Victory stage for a heart-pumping evening of orchestrated rock & roll that's sure to leave everyone breathless. But first, get ready to enjoy some of the most celebrated movie themes of the last 60 years.
MAESTRO OF THE MOVIES Victory Theatre / March 19 / 7 P.M.
When it comes to film composers, there's no one quite like John Williams. His career has spanned seven decades and spawned some of the greatest movie themes of alltime - particularly his work with famed directors George Lucas and Steven Spielberg. In recognition of Williams' 90th birthday, the EPO will bring some of his most cherished film scores to life, including music from Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Catch Me if You Can, Born on the 4th of July, Schindler's List, Minority Report, Hook, Superman and Jaws. As you can see by that incredible list, Williams truly is the "Maestro of the Movies," having provided the soundtracks to some of the biggest blockbusters in the history of cinema. Be sure to get your ticket for what promises to be a memorable Pops Series performance.
WINDBORNE'S THE MUSIC OF QUEEN Victory Theatre / April 2 / 7 P.M.
Talk about an amazing Pops Series encore. Buckle up, because on April 2 the EPO will be joined by a full rock band for a fist-pounding concert in tribute to the legendary Queen. Featuring guest conductor Brent Haven and vocalist Brody Doylniuk of Windborne, this highly anticipated performance is guaranteed to rock you via powerful music from such iconic albums as Classic Queen, A Night at the Opera, Sheer Heart Attack, Jazz, News of the World, A Kind of Magic, The Works and more. You'll swear that Freddie Mercury has risen from the dead as the EPO and Windborne join forces to re-create some of the greatest rock songs of all-time. You simply must not miss this season-ending Pops concert! For tickets and more info, visit evansvillephilharmonic.org. The Victory is located at 600 Main St. in downtown Evansville.
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if you're jonesing for a fresh take on the culture wars, then Louder with Crowder (hosted by TheBlaze and YouTube) is a great place to start.
STEVEN CROWDER & DAVE LANDAU FROM
Stars of the number one conservative comedy show
I
t's no secret that the great majority
the Democrats and their perceived
of late night talk shows - from
woke agenda while also weighing in
Jimmy Kimmel Live! to The Late
on the silliness of the entertainment
Show with Stephen Colbert to Late
world and such things. Recent topics
Night with Seth Meyers - lean to the
rife for comedic shellacking have
left, politically speaking (perhaps "lean"
included Trevor Noah's response to the
is putting it nicely, but you get the
Joe Rogan podcast controversy, the
idea). And then there's Saturday Night
ongoing investigation into the January 6
Live and The Daily Show with Trevor
"insurrection," comedian Amy Schumer
Noah, both of which routinely take aim
being named as a host of the upcoming
at Republicans and the conservative
Academy Awards and Canadian Prime
mindset. Basically, there's never been
Minister Justin Trudeau - pretty much
a level playing field when it comes to
anything he says or does. Regardless of
mocking the political parties on TV. But
the issue, Crowder and Landau never
interestingly, while there are so many
hold back on their views - or skimp on
other platforms available these days,
the laughs. They always try to back their
right-leaning comedy shows are still few
positions with facts and information yet
and far between - or at least they're not
keep things light. Well, sometimes the
getting much attention. However, one
vibe gets pretty intense but that's part of
in particular has done its best to change
the fun, too.
the game: Louder with Crowder starring Steven Crowder and Dave Landau.
Now Crowder and Landau are taking off the headphones and taking their shtick
bringing studio
If you're looking for an alternative to the
to the stage where anything goes. Don't
banter to the stage
status quo of politically-based comedy
miss this opportunity to see the other
shows; if you're jonesing for a fresh
side of political comedy!
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take on the culture wars, then Louder with Crowder (hosted by TheBlaze
For tickets and more info, visit
and YouTube) is a great place to start.
victorytheatre.com. The Victory is
For several years now, this show has
located at 600 Main St. in downtown
been serving up saucy reactions to
Evansville.
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BRIAN REGAN VICTORY THEATRE / MARCH 27 / 7:30 P.M.
Fan favorite standup comic still killing it 30 years after Tonight Show debut With nary a curse word in his entire act, Brian Regan has carved out one of the most successful careers of any standup comic in history. His everyman persona, his wry take on everyday life - it all makes the Florida native entirely relatable to people of all ages and backgrounds. So it's no wonder that Regan's become a fan favorite in the world of comedy. And he keeps winning over new converts thanks to his dedicated touring schedule. The pandemic lockdown period excepted, Regan regularly performs 100 shows a year. You can do the math; he's taking the stage every few days or so which means that his set is honed to perfection and he delivers his jokes with laser precision every time. Regan first made waves as a standup when he appeared on The Tonight Show with Johnny Carson back in 1991. And while he's spent most of his entertainment career making people laugh in clubs and theaters, he's also branched out into TV, having starred in the dark comedy series Loudermilk since 2017; in fact, the show's creator, Peter Farrelly, called Regan's work on the show "some of the best acting on television." As former SNL player Andy Samberg used to say while channeling Nicholas Cage, "that's high praise." Regan has also appeared in two episodes of Jerry Seinfeld's Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee, starred in the first live broadcast of a standup special in Comedy Central's history and created his own Netflix series, Stand Up and Away! For tickets and more info, visit victorytheatre.com. The Victory is located at 600 Main St. in downtown Evansville.
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OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA / MARCH 31 / 7:30 P.M.
THE GOOD EATS
I
t's hardly a stretch to call Alton Brown a
Brown kindly spoke with News 4U ahead of the show
renaissance man. While his cooking skills have
at the Old National Events Plaza.
brought him the most attention via popular
culinary shows, including Good Eats and Cutthroat
I have to imagine that the freedom of performing live
CHEF ON SAVORING
Kitchen on the Food Network, plus web-based series
trumps your television work, despite how successful
such as Pantry Raid and Quarantine Quitchen, that's
MEALS, COOKING TO
you've been in that medium.
just scratching the surface of his many talents. The
I have to say that although I adore television work,
California native - who now calls Georgia home - also
performing in front of live audiences scratches a very
lays claim to being an author, cinematographer,
specific itch that I have. And I think that right now...it's
comedian, musician and, yes, a pilot. Apart from the
interesting, there's been such a shift. Whether you're
latter pursuit, Brown employs all of his gifts when
a cook or whatever it is you are, there's been such a
touring his live productions, including the latest leg of
shift in the way that people watch shows or as they
his "Live! Beyond the Eats" spectacle. Each two-plus
say these days, consume content, that I find kind of
hour presentation is a window into the ever-working
the perfect balance is doing online and streaming
mind of this fascinating TV personality - it's part
for your main content and then doing live shows.
entertainment, part science and completely unique.
Because it changes the relationship and it makes
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for a very, very different overall experience.
I put a lot of attention into...I'm going to learn how
Depending on what I'm doing, I've got classical
Anthropologists will tell you there are two things
to cook this dish and I'm going to put attention to
lists; I've got classic rock lists; I've got jazz lists; I've
that every people group on Earth want to do in
it and then I'm going to sit down and I'm going to
got, you know, Asian pop or alternative. Depends
a group - and by people group, it doesn't matter
eat it and, you know, I'm going to open a bottle of
on what I'm making and what I feel like. For a
how cosmopolitan or how remote. People want to
wine if I can afford one. I really do think that one
couple of years, I cooked almost exclusively to
eat together and they want to laugh together. And
of the worst things that we can do to ourselves
Led Zeppelin. And I don't know why because I
that's a significant thing to understand - those
as cooks is limit ourselves to, well, if we're single
don't listen to that much Led Zeppelin. There's
things are best done in groups.
we're going to sit in our sweat pants on the sofa
something about that that really works for me. I'm
and eat peanut butter out of the jar. That's fine,
a big believer in cooking with music.
In the old days, families sat at a dinner table and
but it's also not fine. Buy yourself a decent knife;
conversed while eating. Now we just shove food
buy yourself a couple decent pots and pans and
As a pizza fanatic, I'm a little wary of your advice
down as quickly as possible while staring at our
focus on becoming a cook. And the cooking is
to go easy on the sauce as suggested in one of
phones. Are you able to savor meals?
really the reward. The eating is, yes, the payoff, but
your webisodes. I've always operated under the
You know, it's funny...and this is kind of a vital
the cooking is the real thing.
principle that the sauce is boss.
thing to talk about, really. I savor my meals as I
I will tell you this: the pizza that changed my
cook them. I'm one of those people that will cook
There's only a handful of artists/bands writing
life - and my life was changed by a pizza...I was a
for six hours and eat in four minutes. That comes
food-based songs these days - you're in a very
theater major in college at a university in Georgia
out of restaurant work. At pivotal times in my life I
select group.
and we had an exchange program with a small
was working at restaurants and that's what you do
[Laughs] Well, there's no real viable business
town in Italy called Cortona and so I, in my 21st
- you learn to eat standing by the sink. And then,
model for it. My challenge to myself in doing the
year on Earth, moved for three months to this little
of course, in the television and film world, where I
live shows was that I would do culinary variety
Tuscany village to do theater. And outside of town,
spend the majority of my time, you know, breaks
shows - and variety shows have to have music.
I had a pizza that was one of the ugliest things
are really - for people that are in my position - a
And I hadn't played a guitar in 25 years. And so I
you've ever seen - it was kind of misshapen like
time to do all the other work you've got to do.
went and bought a guitar and learned how to play
an amoeba; it was burned around the edges and
You're literally shoving something into your face.
again and started writing songs. And, you know,
there was nothing on it but olive oil, parmesan
And it is bad, there's no other way around it.
it's a part of life. It's been the greatest gift of all
cheese and shaved baby artichoke. Oh, and salt.
My wife and I at the beginning of the pandemic
that my job has given me in the last decade.
It definitively changed my life because there was no red sauce; there was nothing red on the pizza.
started doing a streaming live show from our home kitchen called Quarantine Quitchen weekly
Are you familiar with the Japanese band Shonen
And that's when I realized that for me, above all,
- kind of unhinged, we're drinking, we're cussing,
Knife? They've been writing Ramones-ish food-
pizza's about the crust; pizza is about the bread.
things we probably shouldn't do. And I have
based songs for about four decades now. You
found it's become like our date night and one of
might dig them.
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the reasons is that we actually kind of slowly eat
This sounds like something my wife would know
oldnationaleventsplaza.com. The ONEP is located
after we're done because we're talking and we're
and she just hasn't told me; I'll have to ask her. Ok,
at 715 Locust St. in downtown Evansville.
talking to people online and that's almost the
I'm going to spend the rest of my day on Spotify,
only meal that we savor that isn't consumed in a
clearly.
restaurant or somebody else's home. Do you cook to music? Do you like to set the What advice do you have for people who cook
mood in the kitchen?
for themselves?
I do - I have a series of playlists. One of my
This has been a problem, well, an issue, for single
problems is that I'm a collector of vinyl and
people forever. And before we had the ability to
listen to a lot of LPs. Well, when you're cooking,
Zoom each other and FaceTime each other, you
it's tough to all of a sudden stop to wash your
either had to go out and eat with other people or
hands and go flip the record. So my wife and I
you simply accepted that you were going to eat
compose playlists that we burn to CD, old school.
alone. What I tell people - what I did personally - is
And I cook constantly to music and it's a mixture.
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"BAD REPUTATION" TOUR with special guest
GRAND FUNK RAILROAD
FORD CENTER / APRIL 6 / 7:30 P.M GRAND FUNK RAILROAD FOUNDING MEMBER DON BREWER ON STAYING FIT BEHIND THE KIT, CHERISHING MISTAKES IN MUSIC, THE CAKE THROWING INCIDENT AND MORE
M
ichigan is about to represent in
proven to be even more dynamic on stage. In
and new. Brewer kindly spoke with News 4U
a major way at the Ford Center.
a time of sterilized, computer-based music, it's
ahead of the show at the Ford Center.
Between Kid Rock and Grand
a dream billing for fans of raw, guitar-driven
Funk Railroad, you've got two of the state's
songs with attitude to spare.
Drumming takes a physical toll on the body but even after all these years, you play with
biggest musical exports of all-time - and now they're banding together for what's sure to be
Over five decades on, Grand Funk Railroad
the passion of a 25-year-old. Some of your
one of the concert highlights of 2022. Both
continue to embody the sound of an
peers - like Phil Collins - haven't been so lucky.
acts have achieved monumental chart success
American band. Founding members Don
How have you maintained such vigor in your
- Kid Rock with a string of badass rock-rap
Brewer (drums) and Mel Schacher (bass) -
playing?
and country-tinged hits, including "Cowboy,"
accompanied on tour for the last 20 years by
From what I understand, I saw an interview he
"Bawitdaba," "All Summer Long" and "Picture"
former .38 Special vocalist Max Carl, former
[Phil Collins] did one time when somebody
and GFR with such classic rock staples as
Kiss guitarist Bruce Kulick and keyboardist Tim
asked him what did he do with all that time off
"We're An American Band," "Bad Time" and
Cashion - still get a thrill out of performing and
from the 80's through to the 2000's and he
a rousing cover of "The Loco-Motion" - and
sharing the band's music with generations old
said, "I drank." [Laughs] So, that'll do it - that'll
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THAT'S WHAT IS MISSING TO ME OUT OF THE NEW MUSIC...EVERYBODY'S SITTING IN THEIR BEDROOMS WITH THEIR LITTLE STUDIO SETUPS. THAT'S JUST NOT THE WAY TO PUT TOGETHER GREAT MUSIC.
have an effect on you, too. But for
And speaking of Dave Grohl, his drum intro to
We do sound old [saying that] but it's the truth;
me, it could be a combination of
Nirvana's "Smells Like Teen Spirit" is always
I'm sorry. I used to love listening to albums and
both [good health and luck] - I may
cited as such an iconic moment in music history
listening to the mistakes. But you could tell why
be lucky that I've got the genes
- yet your intro to "We're An American Band" is
the mistake was left - because the rest of the track
working in my favor, but, no, I've
not only longer but far more complicated. It's
was awesome. So there was a mistake? So what?
worked at it, too. I try to watch what
instantly recognizable with that machine gun-like
Leave it alone. Did anybody even notice? No.
I do; I try to eat well; I try to exercise.
kick drum.
You know, I walk three to four miles
[Laughs] It's a single [kick drum]. It's a very unique
Speaking of McCartney, many years ago when
almost every day; I'm in the gym at
sound and a lot of drummers have never been
he was jokingly asked by Conan O'Brien if he
night. Yes, to play drums, to sing and
able to copy it. They just can't get that feel, that
had ever trashed a hotel room, Paul amusingly
to travel like I do and everything,
thing.
replied that he once flicked away some scrambled eggs off a plate from room service.
I can't let myself get too far out of shape; I just wouldn't be able to do
Hypothetically, if you were to record a new
What was the height of GFR's shenanigans on
it. And I've decided that I love doing
GFR album in 2022, what sort of approach
the road?
it - so there you go, I'll make the
would you take in the studio considering how
The biggest one was when we were getting a
sacrifice.
technology has changed so much since the last
gold record for American Band, I do believe it
time the band recorded together?
was. And Capitol Records brought us out to L.A.
You do seem genuinely joyous
I would definitely go back to the old school
and they had this big party at the Beverly Hills
onstage.
way of doing it. I think [Paul] McCartney did
Hotel - this big, posh hotel - in the ballroom.
I love getting up there and making a fool of
an album a few years ago where he recorded
Which was just gorgeous - plush carpeting, you
myself [laughs].
on tape and then brought in the Pro Tools
know, and these velvet curtains and so forth.
and all of the computerized stuff. But you
And we all went out and got suits in North
Are there any contemporary drummers that you
get everything on tape first and go for the
Beach leather and all that kind of stuff. And
particularly admire?
performance - get everybody in the room
one of the guys that we knew from Capitol - he
As I'm sitting here running people through my
cranked up and get the energy going. That's
was an A&R guy; we used to call him "Grand
mind, a couple of drummers come to me right
what is missing to me out of the new music
Funk Rumple" - had this big cake made for
away. The drummer from Foo Fighters - I can't
- especially when you've got guys flying in
this party and it was as tall as me, six or seven
think of what his name is.
the guitar tracking from Los Angeles and this
feet tall. And they wheeled in this cake for the
guy from over here. Everybody's sitting in
celebration of the gold record, you know? And
Dave Grohl.
their bedrooms with their little studio setups.
somebody - I don't know who it was - yelled out
He's great. He's got the swing, you know?
That's just not the way to put together great
"throw the cake" and so we just started taking
That's what I look for in a drummer - do they
music. And I think the performance is missing;
the cake and heaving it and everybody at the
have that swing? Not how technically good
that's what I think is wrong with music - it's
party started throwing the cake at each other;
they are, but do they have that thing? That feel?
become too homogenized and it's not about
we had a cake fight in the ballroom of the
And the drummer that's been on Saturday
performance anymore. And it's not about the
Beverly Hills Hotel. And we just destroyed it. We
Night Live for years and years...I can't think of
song anymore; I don't know what the deal is -
got the bill later for them to redo the ballroom
his name, either. He's also on [Live from] Daryl's
I'm totally lost with anything new now.
[laughs].
that. He plays for Daryl [Hall] a lot and those
It's hard to imagine much of today's music
For tickets and more info, visit fordcenter.com.
things. Just a great "feel" drummer; he really is.
having anywhere near the longevity of your
The Ford Center is located at 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd.
He's got "it."
generation's music.
in downtown Evansville.
House - I don't know if you've ever watched
I hope it doesn't [laughs]. It doesn't deserve it.
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"BLESSINGS AND MIRACLES" TOUR
C
onsidered one of the top 25 guitarists of all-time according to Rolling Stone magazine, Carlos Santana is really in a class by himself, having created a singular
musical legacy built on the back of both mainstream success and avid experimentation. The Mexican-born Grammy winner - a naturalized American citizen since
LEGENDARY GUITARIST TALKS COLLABORATING WITH CHRIS STAPLETON, BEING ABLE TO PLAY ANY STYLE OF MUSIC, HIS SIGNATURE SOUND AND
1965 - entered the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1998, celebrated for his fusion of Latin jazz and rock on marquis tracks like "Black Magic Woman/Gypsy Queen" and "Oye Como Va." But unexpectedly, Santana would experience his greatest chart success the year after being inducted. 1999's Supernatural, a collaborative project that paired the ever-adventurous guitarist with some of the top hitmakers of the day, would go on to sell upwards of 15 million copies thanks to two worldwide number one singles, "Smooth" and "Maria Maria." Remarkably, 30 years after making a
MORE splash at Woodstock, Santana was the biggest musician on the planet - yet he never lost his drive to push the envelope. While further mainstream success followed, Santana also boldly branched out with the likes of 2014's Corazón - his first-ever Spanish language album - and 2019's Africa Speaks which eschewed traditional song structure in favor of musical exploration.
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LISTEN, I WANT TO GET BACK ON On last year's Blessings and Miracles,
know, he must know who I am because
THE RADIO - SHOW ME THE PERSON
however, Santana managed to bridge the
he had all the ingredients of the music
gap, recording both commercially viable
that I love from Africa. It's not strange
WHO'S GOT THE FINGER ON THE
collaborations such as "Joy" with Chris
at all, because I'm learning that I can
Stapleton and 70's throwbacks like "Santana
become, with willingness, I can play
Celebration." Critically-acclaimed, this latest
music from Ireland or from Germany or
release truly shows that the 73-year-old has
from Greece; I can play western music,
more than earned his place in the pantheon
country music - because I grew up
of guitarists.
listening to Willie Nelson and Merle Haggard. I'd never done one [a country] song, but now
Santana kindly spoke with News 4U ahead of
I'm prepared to go there.
PULSE AND EVERYTHING THEY WRITE GOES TO RADIO.
John McLaughlin. It's still going to sound like me, anyway. Many guitarists play the same guitar
the show at the Ford Center. What's the key to helming a collaborative You've said that your motivation for
recording project where so many different
recording Blessings and Miracles was to
people are involved in the process?
return to radio.
It's a balance - it's not control but it's being
Yeah, that's why we went after my brother
mindful to treat people with respect, uh,
Chris Stapleton. We did what we did with
compensate, celebrate and acknowledge
[producer] Rick [Rubin] and [vocalist] Buika
even a person who goes out to get a
[on Africa Speaks] and it was a wonderful
hamburger for you, you know? Look at the
musical adventure, but there's not really a
person in the eye and say, 'Thank you,' you
single in there. But this one has some singles,
know? It's just important to be present -
you know? I think with this song "Joy" from
and I think that's the difference between
Chris Stapleton we have a good chance to
me as a musician and as a person than a
get back in there.
lot of musicians. I'm totally present; I'm lucid; and I'm in the now. To this day, I have
On paper, a collaboration between you and
a relationship with everybody that I ever
Stapleton seems unlikely. How did it come
worked with.
throughout their career but you have changed the make and model fairly often. Are you always searching for a new sound - or a particular sound that you're hearing in your head? That's a good question. I am constantly looking for new, uh, a new sound that's totally new, completely familiar. And do you just know when you've hit upon it? Oh yeah. You know, when I do take my fingers for a walk, the reason why I take my fingers for a walk is so that I can find those notes that... ok, this is going to gross some people out, but some people might enjoy it. If you have, say, your wife or your lover or your friend and for no reason she comes over and just licks your
about? This is how it started - I invited a think tank in
There are a million guitarists out there yet
my office and I said, 'Listen, I want to get back
your sound - your style of playing - is instantly
on the radio - show me the person who's got
recognizable. How early on in your musical
the finger on the pulse and everything they
development did you realize that you had
write goes to radio.' And so they mentioned
something special?
about 10 people; one of them was Chris
From the very beginning - the only thing is
Stapleton. And so we called his manager
I didn't have the wisdom to validate it. I was
to see if Chris would have eyes to write a
very pre-occupied learning everything I
song for us or with us. When Chris called,
could learn from Otis Rush and Eric Clapton
he said, 'What kind of music do you want to
and B.B. King and Wes Montgomery; I was
play? What do you want to do?' And I said,
learning everything. But the more I tried to
'Mystical, medicine music to heal a twisted,
sound...like, I would lock myself in a closet
crooked world infected with fear, darkness
and be in pitch black and try to sound like
and ignorance.'
Otis Rush, you know? And after awhile, I realized I can't sound like Otis Rush; I can only
Wow - that's quite a directive.
sound like me. And so then I realized that it
Yeah, and he called me back and he had
was ok - just take a little bit from Otis, a little
the song "Joy" - and it had the feel of Chris
bit from Mike Bloomfield, a little bit from Peter
Stapleton, but it had reggae, gospel...you
Green or from everybody...Paco de Lucia or
whole face in one suck, you know? And she just constantly licks your whole face. Ok, that's how you're supposed to sound when you play your guitar - like somebody's licking your face. And you're like ahhhhhhh - like that. Every note like that - and that makes it real. Otherwise, it's like a parrot going bock!! - but it really doesn't know what he's saying, you know? So you have to be really in it. Like I said, some people get grossed out by my analogy, but my analogies work for me because they're very real and you can feel it. The first thing about music is that you've got to feel it - emotions, feelings, sensations and all that. Without that, it's just clever noise. For tickets and more info, visit fordcenter.com. The Ford Center is located at 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd. in downtown Evansville.
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Cookin' WHAT'S
W I T H
M A T T
L A I N E
DOMO JAPANESE HIBACHI GRILL, SUSHI & RAMEN 215 NORTH GREEN RIVER ROAD, EVANSVILLE, IN
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his is a place I’ve seen a lot of people mention to me for a review. I love some Hibachi and sushi so my wife and I had to
check it out. I will say I didn’t get any ramen because it’s just so hard to pass up some hibachi food, but I had their ramen back when they were part of the China Bistro and really enjoyed it! This place is new and looks like it! It is just clean as can be and looks very modern. The decor is extremely warm and inviting. I’m so happy that a great local restaurant picked up this spot because it’s a great location right off the Lloyd Expressway. When we came in we decided to go with a table instead of the grill just so we could enjoy and review the place to ourselves. Service was everything you would hope it would be at any restaurant you pick, and nowadays that goes quite a long way! In order to give it a fair shot, we decided to try a couple different sushi rolls and each got a hibachi lunch plate. I will say that it seems like they have a pretty large menu for a hibachi place but I guess that is because they also
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specialize in ramen, which is great during these colder months of the year. For our meal, we ordered two similar sushi rolls; mine was just a Valentine's Day special and came as a pink roll shaped into a heart (nice touch by the sushi chef). My wife ordered the steak hibachi
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I’m so happy that a great local restaurant picked up this spot because it’s a great location right off the Lloyd Expressway.
and I had the calamari. The sushi was good, not great, but I think I ordered one that would probably be that way anywhere I went. Usually I stick to a handful of sushi flavors, but today I tried to venture out more, so that was my mistake. The salads were also very good; the dressing had a very slight hint of sweetness to it, but it didn’t overpower anything in the bowl. It’s up there as one of my top 5 dressings on a salad! I will say the calamari was cooked very well, which is hit or miss at a lot of places because it gets very chewy fast if overcooked even slightly. There was a beautiful char on it while also remaining soft as could be when biting through it. The light seasonings on it gave it a burst of flavor - I just wish they would have finished it with a drizzle of lemon to go that extra step in bringing out the flavors of the calamari. Don’t get me wrong, this calamari was still really good and tender! As for the steak, to me, it lacked a lot of seasoning in the crust. I know with hibachi a lot of the flavors are from blending the protein, rice, and veggies together, but it just seemed like a bland steak thrown on the plate. I don’t know if this is the norm or if it was just that our steak was under-seasoned before it met the grill. Either way, I hope next time they load that puppy up with some seasonings! The rice and veggies were all expertly cooked and delectable, including some of the best mushrooms I’ve had in quite some time! As far as hibachi goes, I’d put this place in second after Roppongi. I used to have that spot reserved by Ninki, but it was overtaken on this day. All are still great choices and you can’t go wrong with any of them!
VALUE: 8.1 \\ TASTE: 9.0 \\ ATMOSPHERE: 8.9 \\ SERVICE: 8.9 \\ SPEED: 8.6 \\ OVERALL: 8.7 (NOT TAKING THE STEAK INTO ACCOUNT AS MY WIFE ORDERED IT)
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CLEAN BITE Healthy Cooking with Lindsay Rasure
I was recently scrolling through recipes on my Instagram feed when a recipe for sausage dip
jumped out immediately. I knew I needed to try it and put my own spin on it. This recipe screams major appetizer opportunity as
life
CREAMY SAUSAGE DIP INGREDIENTS: •
1 LB. SWAGGERTY’S SAUSAGE ROLL (SAGE OR REGULAR)
•
8 OZ. CREAM CHEESE OR DAIRY FREE OPTION: MIYOKO’S
•
•
15 OZ. CAN OF ROTEL
ORGANIC CASHEW CREAM CHEESE 2-3 ROASTED RED PEPPERS DICED
guests will keep coming back for more. Just make sure you have plenty of dippables on standby or you might catch someone trying to use their hands. That's how good this dip is!
DIRECTIONS: 1.
FULLY COOK THE SAUSAGE ACCORDING TO
2.
WHILE SAUSAGE IS COOLING DICE THE ROASTED RED
3. 4. 5.
6.
INSTRUCTIONS AND LET COOL IN THE SKILLET. PEPPERS.
ONCE SAUSAGE IS COOLED ADD IN THE ROASTED RED PEPPERS, CREAM CHEESE, AND ROTEL CAN (DRAINED). STIR UNTIL EVERYTHING IS COMBINED.
PUT THE SKILLET BACK ON LOW HEAT AND WARM FOR
ABOUT 5-10 MINUTES (LONGER PROVIDES A DELICIOUS CRUST FORMING AT THE BOTTOM).
SERVE IMMEDIATELY WITH CRACKERS, CORN CHIPS, CELERY, SLICED PEPPERS, CARROTS, ETC.
FOR MORE RECIPES OR MEAL IDEAS YOU CAN FOLLOW LINDSAY RASURE ON INSTAGRAM: @CLEANBITELIFE OR HER FACEBOOK GROUP: CLEAN BITE LIFE
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | MUSIC
IT'S ALL RELATIVE: LONG-DEFUNCT LOCAL BAND REUNITING FOR BIG SHOW THIS MONTH AT BOKEH LOUNGE
20
years is a long time between rehearsals - and yet, when Mike Mitchell and Nick Hamilton got together in a room some
weeks back to start going over songs they previously performed in Nobody's Cousin - one of the biggest bands in the tri-state from 1996-2002 - it felt just like the old days. "It's like we never stopped," Mitchell says with more than a hint of wonderment. Whether revisiting 90's-era covers or original material from Relative, the EP the guys recorded with drummer Corey Overby, the music just flowed - muscle memory took over, erasing the two-decade layoff in a matter of minutes. Which only reinforced their decision to get back up on stage and do it all again this month at Bokeh Lounge. In actuality, it's a show that's been a long time coming, though Mitchell, in particular, was hesitant to revisit the past, despite the frequent prodding of Bokeh GM Jessica Nuffer - whom he lovingly refers to as "Flo" from the 70's sitcom Alice - and other longtime fans of the band around town. But ultimately, he gave in. "We're getting older so I thought let's just do it - I just
NOBODY'S
COUSIN
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hope people come," he remarks, mostly joking. Safe to say that won't be an issue. Not considering the musical pedigrees of Hamilton, Mitchell and Overby - all of whom have continued to make their mark in the local scene post-Nobody's Cousin in groups like McFly!, The BackBeats, Epic and Torpedo Vegas. But it's certainly worth looking back at how it all began for these three talented friends. It's hard to imagine now, but there was a time many moons ago when the majority of venues - like Fast Eddy's, Harpole's, Duck Inn and Ginny's - welcomed
local bands with open arms and attendance
interested - despite not having any previous
at shows routinely reached capacity. This
band experience. Nonetheless, the 19-year-
was back in the early to mid-90's when
old newbie slotted right in (though, due to
Mitchell provided rhythm guitar and lead
being underage at the time, he'd initially be
vocals in The Society and Hamilton shredded
forced to sit in the kitchens of bars during
for Chet & The Molesters. The two bands
breaks at shows) and the core configuration
alternated between the busiest clubs but
of Nobody's Cousin was complete. "We got
stayed cool with each other - which allowed
a lot of joy out of torturing him with a lot
for a mutual branching off into acoustic
of stuff," Mitchell interjects comically. "My
territory when Mitchell sought to capitalize
eyes were opened up very quickly," Overby
on the popularity of the MTV Unplugged
responds diplomatically.
series. He smartly plucked Hamilton for the gig and with a little help from additional
This rock-solid trio soon found an audience
musician friends, formed the self-explanatory
hungry for their aggressive take on the hits
Unplugged. As advertised, the band
of the day - everything from Stone Temple
performed stripped-down sets featuring
Pilots' "Vaseline" to Cracker's "Low" and
songs by Nirvana, Crosby, Stills & Nash, The
Weezer's "Buddy Holly" - delivered with
Beatles, Soul Asylum and more.
power and precision and topped off with the gruff/sweet vocal interplay of Mitchell and
Overby, meanwhile, was busy trying to
Hamilton. Over time, originals crept into their
finish out high school. The youngster of the
set as well, including "Tart," a radio-ready
bunch, his dad used to drum for The Pits;
melodic rocker that would both serve as
in fact, it was the elder Overby that Mitchell
the single from the Relative EP released in
and Hamilton first contacted when the
1998 and garner Nobody's Cousin a coveted
Unplugged project ran its course and the
television appearance on The Jenny Jones
two were ready to turn up the amps again.
Show up in Chicago. How did that happen,
"My dad was 45 at the time and at the age
exactly? Well, back in the quaint pre-
when he was looking to get out [of the music
streaming days, bands would often file their
scene]," Overby recalls. Pops declined the
recordings with the Internet Underground
offer but suggested his son Corey might be
Musicians Archive. And Ms. Jones would routinely scour the site for up and coming acts to promote on her show. "Tart" caught her ear and the rest is history (the performance can be viewed on YouTube,
IT GIVES US THE OPPORTUNITY TO PLAY SONGS THAT WE COULDN'T PLAY BEFORE. the way locally along with fellow Evansville bands like Lesser People, 3 O'Clock Charlie, BSR and The C.R.O.W.D. But the trio eventually ran out of gas in 2002 and called it a day - and pretty much splintered, musically speaking. "It's funny because even when we were split apart we would see each other throughout the years but we never played together - except Nick and Mike had an acoustic three-piece for awhile," Overby says. But twenty years on, Nobody's Cousin is set to turn back the clock. And thanks to an expanded lineup including keyboardist Bill Sievern and bassist Dave Bennett, this longawaited reunion show promises some real musical treats. "It gives us the opportunity to play songs that we couldn't play before," Hamilton explains, "songs like "Iris," "In the Meantime" and "No More Tears." Of course, you'll also hear plenty of favorites from their heyday and some originals as well. With anticipation building for this
FYI).
unexpected reunion, chances are that more
Upon returning
days. Regardless, don't miss this opportunity
victorious from the Windy City, Nobody's Cousin's stock increased; they drew even bigger crowds and continued to lead
shows will be announced in the coming to see Nobody's Cousin perform together for the first time in two decades at Bokeh Lounge on March 12! For more info, follow Nobodys Cousin on Facebook.
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MISERY COLLECTIVE ORCHESTRA Beauty and power: High-concept music project marries dark folk vibe with doomcore
J
ason Breeze doesn't mind being
Currently, that agenda is centered around
later by Vykanthrope featuring former
referred to as a diva - something
a high-concept music project dubbed
Hum drummer, the late Bryan St. Pere.
he's heard from time to time in his
Misery Collective Orchestra. But first, let's
Two years later Breeze was raging in
dealings with fellow tri-state musicians
jump back to the beginning of Breeze's
Running With Tarantulas before forming
through the years. In fact, the self-
journey to this point - to 2008 when
his longest running project to date, Crows
proclaimed "Doom Lord Scene Wizard"
he joined his first punk band, Creepy
of Odin, in 2015 with drummer Sterling
embraces it. "To me, the definition of a
Geezers, and took over Punk Rock Night
Millay. Despite their minimal presentation
diva is driven, goal-oriented and focused,"
at the now-defunct Lanhuck's Tavern in
- just two guys on a stage - the volume
he explains. And that certainly describes
Evansville. Eventually, Breeze moved camp
and brutality of the music always pinned
Breeze, who, despite getting a late start
to Hammerheads downtown and started
everyone to the back wall. "Me and
playing and performing music - he didn't
anew musically with the Steve Albini-
Sterling played 10 shows a year for seven
pick up a guitar until age 30 - has gone all-
influenced METHMOUTH, a noise-punk
years, I think," Breeze notes, "but he's got a
in over the last two decades, becoming a
outfit that thrived on being abrasive. He
lot going on, a job and a child. His interest
prominent force locally via his involvement
then lightened up a bit, venturing into
would ebb and flow so I started writing
in various heavy bands and knack for
pop-punk with Gorilla Monsoon and also
"The Sun The Sea The Mountain The Cave"
booking well-attended punk and metal
formed 138!!! The Misfits Tribute in 2010
and started Misery Collective Orchestra."
shows at area venues. If he's rubbed a few
which packed out neighborhood bars like
people the wrong way with his intensity,
Bullock's, breaking attendance records.
that's just part of the job, so to speak.
Initially, this 40-minute opus which brings together Breeze's increasing interest in the
Because at the end of the day, nothing's
But it was 2011 when Breeze's crushingly
dark folk music of Townes Van Zandt and
going to keep Breeze from ticking all the
heavy musical vision really started to
his absolute devotion to avant-garde metal
boxes on his ambitious musical agenda.
coalesce. He joined his first doom band,
band Neurosis, was meant to be a stand-
Witchdagger, which was followed a year
alone project - like an opera. But slowly it
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evolved into Misery Collective Orchestra, a
Messamore, meanwhile, are a meticulous
that's all about murder ballads and prairie
sort of musical umbrella under which other
rhythm section courtesy of Empty Skins,
songs. "I think people are going to love what
projects can be created and performed. To
a noise-rock band from Madisonville, and
we're doing with the acoustic stuff," he says.
clarify the intent of MCO, Breeze developed
Barron - who Breeze swears has the fastest
"Drunk people really like us."
a mission statement which reads as thus:
hands in the tri-state - is another Kentucky export known for his work in Dancing with
Ultimately, Breeze envisions a time when
Misery Collective Orchestra is a group of
Ghosts. All five members are totally on
MCO involves a revolving door of musicians
musicians and artists who work together
board with the MCO mission as rehearsals
- including a violinist and synth player - so
to support and promote the work of
continue at 417 Studios on Evansville's east
there's no cause for alarm when someone
the collective. This will be through
side with an eye on committing "The Sun
drops out. The endgame, in a perfect world,
shared workspace, gear, marketing and
The Sea The Mountain The Cave" to tape
is a scenario where there's such musical
promotional efforts and collaborative
this summer.
diversity that the collective can perform at
collective will jointly share profits and costs,
But fans of local music have already
night," he half jokes - say, do murder ballads
benefits and risks. We will heal our minds
been treated to this monumental piece
at Bud's and then "The Sun..." at Lamasco.
through the Art of Heavy Music and archive
- or sections of it - on several occasions,
That would certainly be a first for the tri-
the pain of existence. All hail Neurosis.
including a memorable MCO Halloween
state music scene, but if anyone has the
show at Bokeh Lounge and at Lamasco
determination to pull it off, it's Breeze.
Currently, MCO comprises Breeze (vocals
where Breeze books punk and metal bands
& guitar), Tiffany Fleming (vocals), Kent
one Saturday night a month. While those
Be sure to catch Misery Collective Orchestra
Beeny (guitar), Tyler Messamore (bass) and
who've followed him through the years
at Bokeh Lounge on March 19 with Blood
Josh Barron (drums). While Fleming came
might be surprised by the softer, almost
Tribe, 1984x and Bleed the Masses.
to the project with little stage experience
ethereal folk elements of the opus, that's the
beyond karaoke, she's blossomed into a
direction he's increasingly been heading
For more info, follow Misery Collective
strong performer possessing an alluring and
in; in fact, Breeze is most excited by a new
Orchestra on Facebook
haunting quality to her voice. Beeny and
acoustic project called Murder of Crows
works. Everyone who is part of the
disparate venues, "maybe even on the same
ULTIMATELY, BREEZE ENVISIONS A TIME WHEN MCO INVOLVES A REVOLVING DOOR OF MUSICIANS
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | MUSIC
FORTHRIGHT The circle gets the square: Tri-state metal trio drops belated masterwork, Antiorthodox
I
t was last July that News 4U sat down
flourishes over the course of this seriously
Megadeth, Slayer and Anthrax. No hyperbole,
with the members of local metal masters
intricate album.
it's everything you could want in a heavy song - eight minutes and 21 seconds of
Forthright - vocalist/guitarist Nick Bulger,
guitarist Tyler Brown and drummer Eddie
Indeed, one blatantly obvious reason
aggression, sophistication and unparalleled
Goebel - to discuss the impending release of
for Antiorthodox's tardiness is the sheer
instrumentation. "Premonition," on the other
their incredibly ambitious sophomore album,
complexity of the material and the concept.
hand, is a short burst of frenetic percussion,
Antiorthodox. At the time, the trio expected
As Bulger humbly states, "We put a lot of time
almost African in nature, courtesy of Goebel.
to drop the 13-track collection in the early
and effort into it." To wit, the album's divided
It's another intriguing transition piece
fall but delays followed, pushing its unveiling
into three distinct chapters - Divergence,
that perfectly sets up the dramatic closer,
off until the New Year. But the follow-up to
Acceptance and Consequence - with periodic
"Vastation," a pummeling vehicle for Bulger's
Kaleidoscopic Manslaughter, the band's 2018
instrumental passages serving to recalibrate
vocal versatility. Verses are borderline rapped;
debut, has finally arrived and, pardon our
the vibe. "Hate," synth-based and delightfully
bass-centric breakdowns are accompanied
language, holy sh*t - it rules. Make no mistake
dark, stands as an unexpected highlight,
by near whispers; distorted crescendos are
about it, Antiorthodox is freaking amazing
leading into "Ergo," a groove monster
met head-on by high-pitched wailing and,
across the board, kicking off thrillingly with a
that shows off Goebel's double-kick drum
ultimately, a defeated cry: "And so the circle
seeming nod to Metallica's "Battery." Well, in
prowess and Brown's nimble riffing. Above it
gets the square!" - which somehow sums up
the sense that "Anti" similarly sets the mood
all, Bulger repeatedly barks, "I think, therefore
this complicated masterwork in one phrase.
with a classical guitar motif before giving
I am!" - perhaps trying to convince himself of
way to one of Forthright's greatest songs to
his very existence.
Tracks we discussed back in July - including "Throne of Bones," "Islands of Sanity" and
date, "Orthodox." It's a steamroller from the get-go, recalling the speedy thrash of Slayer,
Forthright dive headfirst into Tool territory
"Tradition" - sound just as good six months
complete with heart-stopping breakdowns
on "Obelus," a Middle Eastern-influenced
later, by the way. There's simply no let-up on
and time-shifts - and, most notably, the
track that finds Bulger crooning melodically
Antiorthodox, one of the tri-state's best metal
incredible vocals of Bulger, who truly comes
at times. More old school shredding drives
albums to date.
into his own on Antiorthodox, veering from
"Curse of the Unknown" which plays like
full-throated screams to near-operatic vocal
a melding of metal's Big 4: Metallica,
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | MUSIC
JASON LEE
MCKINNEY BAND NASHVILLE-BASED SOUTHERN ROCKERS EXPAND MUSICAL VISION WITH GOSPEL-FLAVORED ONE LAST THING
H
e may be residing two and a half
vision yet again, digging deeper into an
(piano, organ, keys), Billy Wright (bass), Sam
hours south these days, but Jason
influence that never quite received pride of
Berce (electric & acoustic guitars) and Logan
Lee McKinney still holds the tri-state
place on previous releases but now shines in
Todd (drums & percussion). Mckinney, as always,
area dear to his heart, having developed his
a timely fashion. “One Last Thing brings out an
handles lead vocals, effortlessly adapting his
gift for live performance in local venues before
overtone that has always been an undertone in
signature tone to fit the mood. On the exuberant
heading to Nashville to build on his unique
our music in that it is drenched in gospel,” says
"Liturgy" and "Voice for the Voiceless" he comes
brand of southern rock with a side order of funk.
McKinney. “On this album, we brought both the
across like a rock & while preacher while the
Indeed, the prolific songwriter never misses an
musical style and the message of the gospel
delicate "Doubters Prayer" and "Lighthouse" are
opportunity to return to his roots; he's played
to the foreground. That vibe was always part of
comforting confessionals. In between, tracks like
Bokeh Lounge several times in recent years and
our foundation, but now it’s front and center. It
"Paperback Novels" see McKinney revisiting his
will likely make an encore appearance to hype
really didn't happen through some master plan,
Prince obsession while lead single "Sing On"
up his band's latest offering, One Last Thing, out
but rather organically. Between the political
shows off his bluesy side. No matter the musical
March 18.
climate, the pandemic, and the general nihilistic
direction, he's got the voice to match.
dissent of community, we found ourselves The 16-track collection - penned solely by
drawn to hope. Gospel music and the message
And one last thing about One Last Thing... For
McKinney - sees JLMB expanding their musical
it represents resonate that feeling."
anyone thinking that gospel-infused music is a
"
musical bridge too far, rest assured that JLMB
IT'S THE SOUND OF A BAND BRANCHING OUT AND MEETING THESE TROUBLING TIMES HEAD-ON IN SONG.
Something else that truly resonates on One
haven't mellowed at all; this isn't a collection of
Last Thing is the familial vibe courtesy of
church hymns, rather it's the sound of a band
McKinney's daughter Zakyra, sons Zeke and
branching out and meeting these troubling
Zion, and daughter-in-law Julianna - all of whom
times head-on in song.
lend their beautiful voices to these recordings, providing the perfect accompaniment to the
For more info, follow Jason Lee McKinney Band
inspired instrumental work of Barry Strauser
on Facebook.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | ENTERTAINMENT
THE ROCK & METAL PROFS W I T H M AT T A L S C H BAC H & D R . CO U RT L E W I S
Associate professors at Owensboro Community College and Pellissippi State Community College, respectively, Alschbach
and Lewis host the popular podcast The Rock & Metal Profs: The History & Philosophy of Rock & Metal. Now they're bringing their keen insights to the pages of News 4U with a monthly deep dive into some of the best bands of the rock/metal genre and thoughts on music in general.
HEADBANG YOUR WAY TO BETTER HEALTH
A
research study conducted years ago
level of inspiration they felt,”
by the University of Queensland
according to the study.
and published in Frontiers in
Human Neuroscience illustrated that extreme
Growing up, I was sometimes
music such as heavy metal is actually healthy
mocked for being a
and therapeutic in relieving stress and
“headbanger” and criticized
anxiety. This flies in the face of the long-held
by adults concerned that my
belief by some that heavy metal causes
choices in music might lead
anger and violent tendencies. Test subjects
me down a dark path. I was
were monitored after a 16-minute “anger
fortunate that my folks were
induction” where they discussed topics that
open-minded enough to
elicited frustration, such as work, money and
allow me to make my own
relationships. Afterwards, participants spent
choices, but many teens in
10 minutes listening to songs of their choice,
the 80s and 90s didn’t have
followed by 10 minutes of silence. The results
it so good. I vividly remember two friends of
revealed that metal music actually relaxed
mine who were brothers in a devout religious
participants as effectively as sitting quietly!
family. They hid their Dokken and Judas Priest
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records in the sleeves of more wholesome top
and Walkmans in order to express ourselves and listen to the music we loved. Parents and peers thought they were protecting us, but what this study shows is that they were robbing us of the benefits of heavy metal. They created stress and anxiety when kids
“We found the music regulated sadness
40 bands. They left the house in the morning
and enhanced positive emotions. When
in polo shirts, only to change into their metal
experiencing anger, extreme-music fans
concert t-shirts on the way to school.
experiences of rock and metal helped us
anger. The music helped them explore the
On the more extreme end, some of us were
are wise enough to make better decisions for
full gamut of emotion they felt, but also left
paraded in front of church groups and used
them feeling more active and inspired. Results
as examples of how the Devil infects our lives.
showed levels of hostility, irritability and stress
We were excluded from social gatherings
decreased after music was introduced, and
because we were supposedly “Knights In
the most significant change reported was the
Satan’s Service.” We had to hide our cassettes
liked to listen to music that could match their
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needed calm the most. Thankfully, our hidden through these ordeals, and now, hopefully we our kids. The Rock & Metal Profs podcast is available on iTunes, Google and Spotify.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | ENTERTAINMENT
SCREEN TIME WITH MARISA PAT WA
i
March serves up masked vigilantes, cover models and society scandals on screen
THE BATMAN
THE LOST CITY
This adventure rom-com is being
The boujee world of Bridgerton returns
Zoë Kravitz are jumpstarting the next
served up as a flirty mixture of reality
for season two. Regé-Jean Page and
generation of Batman movies with a
meets fantasy. Sandra Bullock’s
Phoebe Dynevor’s Duke and Duchess
punch. The duo slips into the iconic roles
homebound romance novelist Loretta
are taking a step back. They are happily
of Bruce Wayne and Catwoman with
Sage's only sense of adventure is
married living their rich fantasy, still
the slickness of the latter's black latex
when she’s in the bathtub sipping
cocooned in the cloudy halo of being
catsuit. They are perfect, both having
chardonnay and ice or in the
parents to a newborn. Jonathan Bailey
carried high-grossing, action-packed
sensual words she writes - until she
as woman-chasing Antony Bridgerton
films, while their authentic, award-winning
is kidnapped by twisted billionaire
is now stepping into the limelight in his
performances in indie films show off
Fairfax, played by the dashing Daniel
public search for love. Sex Education’s
their raw portrayals of the beaten down
Radcliffe. The Harry Potter superstar
Simone Ashley is also getting the screen
human soul. Together, they bring chic
infuses a delish sense of fresh terror in
time she’s always deserved as the
grit to Gotham City. It’s a dark, gothic
his role, believing the hot-mess writer
cunning Kate Sharma, his love interest.
portrayal of the gloomy and sullen city,
has the key to the hidden treasure
The beautiful Indian debutant, her
rife with anger. Pattinson’s superhero is
buried in the real lost city in her head.
mother and sisters are introduced to
not one to mess with, whipping through a
Channing Tatum steps in as romance
the lavish world this season as the new
graveyard on his motorcycle, beating up
novel cover model Alan, who goes on
diamonds on display. Golda Rosheuvel
bad guys and busting through raging fires
a quest to rescue her from the island
is also back as gossipy queen Charlotte.
in his indestructible Batmobile. Paul Dano
she’s been flown to. He is “certified in
In last season's finale we finally got
creeps as ruthless serial killer The Riddler,
CPR and Crossfit,” after all. Brad Pitt
the inside scoop as to who Lady
murdering Gotham City’s elite one by one,
also makes a cameo as a beefy military
Whistledown is, producer of society
while Collin Farrell delivers blows as rising
hunk trying to save Bullock.
gossip pages. Who in her inner circle
A-list actors Robert Pattinson and
mobster Penguin. In theaters 3/4
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In theaters 3/25
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BRIDGERTON SSN 2
will find out first? Netflix 3/25
NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | ENTERTAINMENT
TRUE CRIME JUNKIE WITH JOHNNY FLETCHER
UNSOLVED NO MORE
R
ather than focus on a specific case this month, I'd like to take this opportunity to highlight a true crime
PICTURED: COLD CASE SPECIALIST KEN MAINS
YouTube channel that I recently discovered: Unsolved No More starring world-class detective and cold case specialist Ken Mains. Now, let me preface this by saying that I have spent many an hour listening to any number of podcasts that cover high profile cases - the great majority of which are helmed by regular folks with no formal background in criminality; like me, they're just simply fascinated by it all. And that's what makes Unsolved No More stand out - Mains actually knows what the heck he's talking about and doesn't waste any time blabbering on about what he did last weekend or what have you. Objectively, he takes you through the case step by step; he discusses the evidence piece by piece; and finally, Mains gives his opinion regarding the outcome - or lack of an outcome as in the infamous JonBenét Ramsey case, for instance. It all makes for a very compelling, no-nonsense approach. Perhaps best of all, Mains - a Marine Corps veteran - occasionally addresses the comments he receives after posting a video and amusingly calls out ill-informed subscribers that question his credentials and other such silly things. It's just nice to see someone push back on the idiocy of keyboard warriors once in a while. Speaking of the JonBenét case, Mains delved into that mind-bending mystery with a thought-provoking 90-minute deep dive that
left him pondering two pieces of evidence in particular - one that points to an intruder committing the murder and one that points to an inside job. And yet neither piece of evidence in question is the notorious threepage ransom note that so many detectives have fixated on and tried to tie to mother Patsy Ramsey. I'd say more but I think it's best if you just check out the episode for yourself. However, let me note that I pretty much agree with Mains' take for what it's worth. The same can be said for his lengthy breakdown of the West Memphis 3 case and the Steven Avery saga which drew widespread interest thanks to the hugely popular Making a Murderer documentary. With this latter case, Mains' experience and objectivity really shine seeing
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And that's what makes Unsolved No More stand out - Mains actually knows what
as the Netflix special, while very entertaining
the heck he's
and engrossing, naturally contains the bias of
talking about
the filmmakers. Completely understandable, of course, but it's endlessly interesting to hear a seasoned detective go through all the evidence with a detached view and the ultimate goal of getting to the truth no matter where it may lead. If you're interested in true crime, I highly recommend subscribing to Unsolved No More on YouTube. You can easily kill several hours, so to speak, listening to Mains unravel some of the biggest cases of all-time. Enjoy!
and doesn't waste any time blabbering on about what he did last weekend or what have you.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | COMMUNITY & FAMILY
GRANTED Wish-granting organization prepping for epic OVER THE EDGE fundraising event in April
GRANTED is a local non-profit that
the Wish is completed, we continue
life-threatening and terminal conditions by
family through a series of Beyond
serves children in the Tri-State fighting
to support the Wish child and their
granting Wishes.
The Wish services, which includes
Local residents Carolyn Pfaffmann and the
inclusive events throughout the year,
support groups, programming,
late Carl Wallace founded the organization in 1985 as a result of being asked to help one area child who had been diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. The child had a dream of visiting Disney World so that she could meet Mickey Mouse. Thanks to the support of Carolyn, Carl and the TriState community, that Wish came true and
of crisis,” said GRANTED Executive Director Susan Washburn. Each Wish is as unique as the child who requests it and is truly a carefully thoughtout collaboration including the child, family, medical professionals and GRANTED. “The most common Wish request we get is a trip
“What makes GRANTED special, is that once
we have provided include meeting Alabama
to Disney World,” said Susan. “Other Wishes
IN 2021, GRANTED APPROVED 30 WISHES TO AREA CHILDREN AND EXPECTS TO GRANT OVER 35 WISHES THIS YEAR.
Head Coach Nick Saban, WWE Wrestler John Cena, and heat for the Wish child’s home which evolved into including a Princess bedroom built by local companies and volunteers.” GRANTED is a growing organization and the need for its services has increased dramatically in the past two years. In
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and resources in the family’s times
GRANTED was founded.
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2021, GRANTED approved 30 Wishes to area children and expects to grant over 35 Wishes this year. “To help fund the growing demand for our services, we are excited to be partnering with Over The Edge and CenterPoint Energy to put on Evansville’s first urban rappelling event taking place on Saturday, April 30th,” said GRANTED board member Jeff Purdue. “If you crave adventure and are passionate about helping area children, you can sign up, as an individual or team, to rappel down the 9-story CenterPoint Energy building in downtown Evansville. If rappelling down a 9-story building is not for you, you can also contribute to help fund GRANTED Wish children who want to rappel.” Those who accept the challenge to go OVER THE EDGE for GRANTED, commit to raising a minimum of $1,000 for GRANTED. GRANTED
is helping by providing a custom fundraising website page for each person that signs up to be shared with family, friends and co-workers to help them raise their $1,000 to go OVER THE EDGE. There are also corporate sponsorship opportunities being led by GRANTED board member Matt Folz. “This event will be transformative for our small, local organization in a few different ways,” said Susan. “Funding received will help to grant many more Wishes to deserving children, and allow for more programming to continue to serve GRANTED families. Just as impactful though, is the awareness about GRANTED it is bringing to our community.
Through this OVER THE EDGE event, our community can step up and stand beside them in a show of solidarity. - Courtesy of GRANTED To register, donate, or get more info about GRANTED's OVER THE EDGE event, visit OTE4Granted.com. Learn more about GRANTED at GrantedTriState.org.
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Many families of the children who qualify for our services don’t realize this is available to them. The ultimate success of this event will be the increased impact on our community’s most vulnerable with a record number of Wishes being provided to children.” These Wishes are life-changing for children and their families. Wishes give children hope, joy, and motivation to continue treatments, and they give families memories to treasure for a lifetime. Every day, these brave children with life-threatening conditions face difficult obstacles, fear and anxiety.
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V A N D E R B U R G H
H U M A N E
S O C I E T Y
EACH MONTH WE’LL BE CHECKING IN WITH THE VHS FOR THE LATEST GOOD NEWS AND TO HELP FIND FUREVER HOMES FOR SOME OF THEIR MORE UNIQUE AND OLDER RESIDENTS
THINKING ABOUT ADOPTION? HERE'S HOW YOU CAN REACH US!
ARCHIE: Say hello to one of our longest residents -
2-year-old terrier/pitbull mix, Archie! Archie arrived at VHS in November after being pulled from a potential animal cruelty case in Arkansas. Despite his not so bright beginnings, Archie has blossomed into a complete and utter GOOFBALL. He would do best as the only pet in the home and would thrive with an active family. His adoption fee is $150 and includes his neuter, vaccinations, and microchip. Sadly, Archie is heartworm positive. Once he finds a home to recover in, however, his treatment will be
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completed at NO COST to his adopters!
PEARL: Meet Pearl, an exceptionally rare beauty! At 9
years young, this gentle Manx mix is ready to spend her golden years in a calm, quiet home. She found herself
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at VHS after her longtime owner moved into assisted living. Are you a potential adopter over 70 years old? Ask about our Pets for Seniors Program! The program waives senior pet adoption fees and gives golden girls like Pearl a better chance of finding the right home. Visit vhslifesaver.org to learn more!
ADOPTION HOURS TUES-SAT FROM 12-6PM
MOTLEY: Meet Motley! This one-year-old female
American rabbit is ready to hop into the right one's heart! She's looking for a calm and quiet home, preferably one with rabbit experience, where she can build her confidence and come out of her shell. No rabbit experience, but interested in adopting one? We're here to help! Our knowledgeable staff can provide information that will help you become a confident bunny owner! The fee to adopt is $50 and includes spay/neuter and a registered microchip.
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HE GETS PARTICULARLY EXCITED WHEN STINSON RETURNS FROM WORK EACH DAY.
get fully acquainted and begin a long journey together. Naturally, there was an adjustment period for Trippy
TRIPPY
- he hid under Stinson's bed quite a bit early on and still does when the grandkids come over (though he likes to come out at nighttime and curl up by them) but overall, he's easing into his forever home just fine. Reportedly, he gets particularly excited when Stinson returns from work each day. "He meows
VHS ADOPTION SPOTLIGHT With her kids grown and out of
when she found a wonderful new
the house, Newburgh's Kristina
friend in "Trippy," a chubby tabby
Stinson was looking for a little
with a beautiful coat and sweet
companionship to brighten her
disposition.
and meows and knows that's his time when I give him soft food," she says. "He wants that and wants me to pet him and will not quit meowing until he gets that; he's so sweet." And though Trippy's past the kitten stage, he loves to play just
days. And she knew just where to go to find it - the Vanderburgh
According to Stinson, when Trippy
Humane Society. Stinson grew
arrived at the VHS, he required
up with cats, dogs and birds up
surgery to correct an eyelid issue
in Spencer County and also had
that encumbered his vision. But
pets after she branched out on her
once that unfortunate situation
own. But now without her son and
was addressed, the two-year-old's
daughter around - both of whom
affectionate personality really
recently adopted animals from the
shined and he was ready enjoy the
VHS - she made it a point to visit
rest of his days with a loving owner.
the shelter back in January "to be
And that's when Stinson came into
around the animals and see how
the picture. A perfect match, the
lovey-dovey they are." And that's
pair headed back to Newburgh to
the same. Stinson notes that he really gets a kick out of chasing the toy on the end of the "fishing pole" which bodes well for slimming down a bit; however, he's yet to shed any of the weight - too many cat naps, perhaps? Regardless, Trippy has a purrfect life ahead of him and we're so happy that he's living it up in Newburgh!
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | UPCOMING EVENTS
GIRLS DAY OUT EVANSVILLE
Free biannual shopping event keeps growing in size and scope
OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA / APRIL 2 / 10 A.M.-4 P.M.
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ome community events start small
there's been a steady upward trajectory,
prices. There will also be plenty of craft
and stay small - but not Girls Day
with attendance growing and growing
vendors, boutiques, direct sales and more.
Out Evansville. Though its humble
as word of mouth spread and positive
Best of all, admission is free! In addition,
beginnings may have tagged GDOE as a
feedback was posted on social media.
door prizes will be given away all day and
niche gathering for shopaholics, over time
These days the demand is such that
the first 100 adult ladies in line the morning
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organizers can't hold just one Girls Day
Now there's twice the fun for tri-state women in search of some good buys.
of the event will get a Swag Bag!
Out per year - now there's twice the fun for tri-state women in search of some
Ladies, don't miss this opportunity to shop
good buys.
till you drop - or for six hours, anyway. Girls Day Out is tons of fun with bargains galore!
So, what can you expect to experience at Girls Day Out Evansville? For starters,
For more info, follow Girls Day Out
there will be an eclectic mix of vendors
Evansville - Spring 2022 on Facebook. The
- all manner of folks and businesses
Old National Events Plaza is located at 715
offering up goods to purchase at great
Locust St. in downtown Evansville.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | OPINION & COMMENTARY
apparently. Chances are I've noted this previously (I never look back at prior writings - too depressing) but it's worth revisiting, anyway. As I type this, both parties are accusing the other of trying to rig the system, in effect, in the obvious pursuit of power. The more power, the more control, etc. This is yet another divisive issue where one's viewpoint mostly aligns with being on the left or the right of the political aisle. A
AS I TYPE THIS...
with Barold Hume
fair number of Republicans still think the presidential election was stolen and that changes must be made to the voting process - including who can vote and how; the Democrats, meanwhile, insist that certain groups
BLOCK THE VOTE
S
ay, does anyone remember the "Rock the Vote" campaign back in the days of grunge? It was all the rage (against the machine)
there for awhile, a cool way to get the young folks involved in the political process. (I mean, if Nirvana wanted you to vote, then there was no debate - you got off your lazy ass and headed over to the nearest polling station, pronto!) I just ask because that's what I'm referencing with the title to this month's column; except the 2022 version is "Block the Vote,"
politics tri-state
with Bryan Fox
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of voters are, or are in danger of, being suppressed - and that it's
THIS IS YET ANOTHER DIVISIVE ISSUE WHERE ONE'S VIEWPOINT MOSTLY ALIGNS WITH BEING ON THE LEFT OR THE RIGHT OF THE POLITICAL AISLE. each side is HIGHLY suspicious of the other's motives. Where it all will lead, short term, is anyone's guess - but ultimately it's about the 2024 presidential election, right? It's funny, in a way. Or kind of ridiculous. America's looked upon as this Super Power and yet our democracy is pretty darn
imperative to, er, unblock the vote.
dysfunctional. Maybe that's the point,
So now that I actually put a little
can seemingly go off the rails at any
more thought into this, "Block the Vote" really only tells half the story. In truth, one side thinks there's too little policing of the voting process while the other wants to free it up, to remove any and all possible hurdles. But at the end of the day, the conclusion's the same:
though - of democracy, that is. That it point. Well, at least we're not Ukraine patiently waiting for Russia to come barreling in and take over. Which will probably have happened by the time this column goes to print. Forget "Block the Vote" - more like "Block the Tanks," know what I'm saying? Hey oh!
I'm sure most of you have heard of the
handcuffed his victim and showed her
Nick Hermann saga by now. If not, let me
his gun or something like that.
fill you in. Despite these accusations and eventual The Vanderburgh County prosecutor,
settlement, Hermann has decided to run
a Republican, reached a settlement
for a fourth term. In his press conference
in his sexual harassment lawsuit. In
last month, he made the accusation of
the settlement, the state and county
media bias when referring to coverage
agreed to pay this fee on Hermann's
of the allegation/lawsuit, in particular
behalf since he holds an elected
against the Evansville Courier. I guess
position. Perhaps another reason why
Hermann forgot that the same paper
the prosecutor shouldn't be elected but
broke the story about two prominent
appointed. Herman was alleged to have
Democratic officeholders having an affair
NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | OPINION & COMMENTARY
MAYBE I'M JUST GETTING OLD... with Johnny Fletcher
announces a farewell tour only to carry
purchase. Most places card anyone and
on performing well past their expiration
everyone these days - it's just policy. But
date, I, too, have opted to destroy my
this employee not only waived away my
legacy by churning out more of this
ID but began laughing (cackling, really)
unsolicited stuff. Full disclosure: Johnny
at the very idea that someone like me
Jr. is indefinitely grounded (I caught
would make such a gesture. "Your grey
him vaping with his "bros" - a MIJGO
gave it away!" he half-screamed, clearly
call-back for those who keep tabs on
enjoying himself - at which point I firmly
these things) and confined to his room
interjected that in no way, shape or form
after school, only permitted to come
do I think I look anywhere close to 21;
downstairs to eat cold porridge for
I simply presented my ID as a courtesy.
dinner. So until he learns to respect my
The cashier then yelped "This ain't my
authority, I will continue to helm this
first rodeo!" and all I could do was yuck
column, much to the chagrin of the tri-
it up with him. I mean, the guy was
state, no doubt. But at least you've got
pretty amusing, I'll give him that much.
a front row seat to my latest indignity
Still stung a bit, though. But let that be
suffered at the hands of a local cashier.
a lesson to us all: always cover up your
Read on if you must - or simply have
grey, yo!
nothing better to do (I'm assuming it's the latter).
NOT SO FAST
N
On a recent Friday evening, I made the
ow, before you say anything, allow me to address the elephant in the room. Yes, I made a big proclamation last month that
my time as a cranky columnist was up and that I'd be passing the torch to my less grumpy son, Johnny Jr., who would infuse some much-needed positivity into this 400-word screed. Believe me, I had every intention of bowing out; however, much like a band that dramatically
when calling out the "political bias."
fateful decision to visit a nearby grocery store to pick up a few items to get me through the weekend, including a frozen pizza and some beer. Standard stuff, you know? Well, as I approached the open check-out lane - and was greeted pleasantly by the cashier, I should add to be fair - out of habit I reached for my ID to verify my age for the alcohol
SO UNTIL HE LEARNS TO RESPECT MY AUTHORITY, I WILL CONTINUE TO HELM THIS COLUMN, MUCH TO THE CHAGRIN OF THE TRISTATE, NO DOUBT
The public as a whole has grown numb to
get past the primary, he'll get re-elected in a
politicians, sex, harassment, etc. So if this is
county Republicans can rely on.
The purpose of this write-up isn't to speculate
what Hermann believes, there is some truth
if he's guilty. Only the accuser and the accused
to it. Brett Kavanaugh was still confirmed by
Personally, I think the county needs to move
know what really happened. My purpose here
the Senate as a Supreme Court justice despite
away from Hermann. He's served three terms
is to discuss the merits of his campaign.
the last minute allegation at his hearing. Bill
already. That should be enough time for
Clinton never lost his core supporters, either.
one person to accomplish a lot at the same
Hermann, who is looking to win a fourth term
position. But Hermann, still in his forties,
as prosecutor, feels confident that either the
This will be Hermann's toughest battle yet
probably doesn't want to have to look for
accusation is untrue or that it doesn't matter.
since first being elected. They are coming after
another job; that could be a primary motivator
I'm not going to comment on the former but
him from both directions as he has a primary
to run again as well.
will so on the latter.
challenger in addition to a Democrat who will run in the general election. I suspect if he can
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BOURNE WHEN LATE NIGHT THOUGHTS ARE
With
FREDDIE BOURNE
BY THE TIME YOU READ THIS, I WILL BE BACK IN THERAPY started working together, I know that I need to seek someone that has no idea who I am to have a fair shot at finally getting better, especially when admitting the hard truths to myself.
In a perfect world, yes. Most of the content that I put up for display would be things that I would have talked about with my therapist for the past six or so years. However, working with a therapist that is in a different state with an hour time difference and losing track of my schedule on a minute-by-minute basis, it was for the best to seek something that I could physically attend to.
For years, I’ve told people that the anxiety and depression have stemmed more from the sudden passing of my mother and grandmother. Reality’s struck each year making me deal with the underlying truth that the anxiety and depression have been with me all along and the traumatic experiences simply brought everything to the forefront.
I’m not bashing my previous therapist in any way. They were incredibly kind, supportive and were one of the people that encouraged me to find my love in music and writing. Hell, I even played a small half hour set for him during one of our sessions and didn’t have to pay.
My panic and worry have been seeping into so many parts of my well-being where even doing everything I want and love on my own terms still doesn’t bring me joy. As much as I want to follow the mantra “it is what it is,” my brain and my body need to know what that “it” is, to know “why” it is what it is.
But, he knew about me. He knew enough about my history considering he saw my father and stepmother during their troubling times and was aware of their vices. While he didn’t know me personally until we
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I need help. I want help. By the time you read this, I’ll have my first session done. And hopefully by then, I’ll be on my way back to myself.
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"I NEED TO SEEK
SOMEONE THAT HAS
NO IDEA WHO I AM TO HAVE A FAIR SHOT AT
FINALLY GETTING BETTER, ESPECIALLY WHEN
ADMITTING THE HARD TRUTHS TO MYSELF."
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I know what you’re thinking: Wait, you haven’t been in it this whole time? We thought this entire column was about things you were discussing with your therapist.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | MUSIC REVIEWS
MARCH MUSIC REVIEWS JENNIFER LOPEZ/MALUMA Marry Me (Original Motion Picture Soundtrack) Universal Studios/Sony Latin Music
MARY J BLIGE Good Morning Gorgeous 300 Entertainment The legend herself is gifting us with new music and it’s truly a blessing. This 14th
Valentine’s Day may be over, but we can
studio album was released just two days
still have love for the Marry Me soundtrack. The 12 pop/Latin tracks are all sung by Jennifer Lopez and Maluma, who star in the film as a famous power couple in the music industry. Lopez chose her songs from over 100 songwriter submissions. Maluma co-wrote his with music producer Edgar Barrera. Combined, they double the heat. “On My Way” is a gorgeous power ballad from Lopez, who pours all of her emotion and heart into the vocals. “Love Of My Life” pulls at the heartstrings, especially for all the single folks out there with, “You know I tried so long/ Every time I thought I found it, I was wrong/ I swear I must've spent a thousand nights/ Looking for somebody who could hold me tight/ Until I realized/ I am the love of, the love of my life." Maluma delivers a dash of reggaeton flavor with "Uno en un Millón.” “Segundo” is also a knockout. The detail, artistry and passion that went into this album is impressive. Not only
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before she killed her Super Bowl Sunday performance during the half-time show. “Amazing” featuring DJ Khaled kicks things off with a powerful bang. It gives you an energized burst of self-confidence with, “My crib is so big I tell the guests to use a map/ He wanna play house/ I ask him, "Where's the fun in that?" (Let's go)/ Seein' all these blessings, man, I think I pray too much/ Lately, I been feeling like I turn up way too much.” It's both a dance anthem and self-therapy. “Good Morning Gorgeous” delivers similar feels with, “I ain't talkin' 'bout getting no hair n' make up (oh, no, no)/ I'm talking about as soon as I wake up (oh, ooh, ah/ I say good morning (say good morning)/ Good morning (good morning) / Good morning (oh, yeah) / Good morning, gorgeous (yeah, yeah, yeah).” You tell ‘em, Mary. - Marisa Patwa
did we get a great rom-com but the perfect album to accompany it. - Marisa Patwa
TONY MARTIN Thorns Dark Star Records
JAZMINE SULLIVAN Heaux Tales, Mo’ Tales: The Deluxe RCA Records
Tony Martin is best known for his tenure as Black Sabbath’s frontman from 198797. Faced with the unenviable task of
R&B icon Jazmine Sullivan is back bringing down the house with her latest studio album. It’s a sequel to last year's Heaux Tales - which we've all been craving. There’s something so intoxicating about Jazmine’s vocals. The 10 tracks are a mix of songs and interludes. Each slays, with several cameos from Issa Rae to Mona Love. “Tragic” gives you trippy vibes. Press play and your body will start bumpin' to the beats. “Roster,” “Hurt Me So Good” and “Selfish” hit you straight in your soul. The interludes of “Issa’s Tale,” "Jazzy's Tale,” “A Breaux’s Tale,” “Mona’s Tale” and “Shanti’s Tale” give a beautiful insight into the light and legacy of these strong women. For those who still crave more after a full album listen, Sullivan is on tour this year. She’ll be in Nashville March 8 at the Marathon Music Works. Late V-Day present anyone? - Marisa Patwa
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replacing Ozzy, Ronnie James Dio and Ian Gillan, Martin carved out a niche during a dark period in Sabbath’s history. Ignored by most at the time, the Tony Martin era of Sabbath is now held in high regard due to his powerful, soaring voice and songwriting skills. 35 years later, Martin has released an album sure to please Sabbath fans, Martin devotees and fans of rock and metal. From song choices to imagery to production, Thorns captures the glory of Martin’s past yet embraces modern metal song structure. He may be 65 years old, but his range and ability to hit the higher-register notes is truly impressive. The album opens with skull-smashers “As the World Burns” and “Black Widow Angel,” before settling into the classic Sabbath-sounding “Book of Shadows.” Don’t miss the title track and “No Shame at All.” - Matt Alschbach
ANIMAL COLLECTIVE Time Skiffs Domino Records
MIDNIGHT OIL Resist Sony Music Australia
After a handful of EPs, a few great solo
After a 15 year absence, Australia's Midnight
releases, and one “visual album,” Animal
Oil reformed and hit the road for "The Great
Collective return with their first major studio
Circle" Tour in 2017, proving they'd lost none
effort since 2016’s Painting With - and the first
of the power and the passion in the interim.
with their full lineup since 2012’s Centipede Hz. I'm a huge fan of Animal
Show after show, frontman Peter Garrett and crew blitzed through wide-
Collective and have enjoyed all of their output from the past decade,
ranging set-lists that often dipped back into their aggro pub-rock past
but it's pretty easy for me to say that Time Skiffs is their best work since
but also celebrated international anthems such as "Beds are Burning"
2009's acclaimed releases Merriweather Post Pavilion and Fall Be Kind.
and "Blue Sky Mine." The overwhelming success of this ambitious trek
From start to finish, it's packed with the most beautiful songs of Animal
around the globe - a virtual sell-out - inevitably lefts fans craving new
Collective’s career. And though their weirdness is still quite intact, Time
material which first came in the shape of 2020's The Makarrata Project,
Skiffs finds this noise-pop band at their most accessible without doing
a collaborative effort that focused on Indigenous issues. Well-received,
any disservice to their fans. - Russ Finn
it paved the way for a proper full-length Oils release almost 20 years to the day since Capricornia seemingly ended the band's studio career on
BLACK COUNTRY, NEW ROAD Ants From Up There Ninja Tune
an uncharacteristically bland note. Thankfully, Resist looks to right the
Following their acclaimed debut For The First
most memorably melodic, but it's a fine collection, nonetheless, sitting
Time, hyped-up London “post-punk” band
somewhere between the commercial peak of their late 80's/early 90's run
Black Country, New Road return with their second album in just over a year. Now, I’m not one to care too much about genre-labeling - it’s the music industry that dubs this band "post-punk." But here’s the thing: this isn't post-punk at all. Ants From Up There is a genuine prog-rock album, and probably the best to come out since the genre’s peak in the 1970s. Black Country, New Road
wrongs, restoring order with not just stronger songs but more organic production that greatly benefits standouts like "Rising Seas," "At the Time of Writing" and "We Resist." This isn't the Oils at their pissed-off best or
of albums and their less-inspired post-2000 period. - Johnny Fletcher
BLUES WITH BRAGIN THE SUGAR ROOTS Savage’s Life Lightning in a Bottle Records
channel the likes of Brian Eno, Roxy Music, Pink Floyd, and Yes to create one of the most compelling albums of modern indie rock. And though there are some clunky lyrics that come off as dramatic and juvenile, it also makes
Out of Portland, Oregon, newcomers The Sugar
them sound sweet and authentic. - Russ Finn
Roots debut with Savage’s Life. The album opens with “Going Nowhere Fast," boasting a west
SOFT CELL Happiness Not Included BMG A few years back, UK synth-pop duo Soft Cell sold-out the O2 Arena in London for a farewell concert celebrating 40 years together. It was meant to be the definitive end to a remarkable career dotted with major highs - i.e., the still-popular "Tainted Love" - and long stretches of inactivity. But never say never, of course. Vocalist Marc Almond and keyboardist Dave Ball, perhaps one of the most unlikely pairings in music history, not only reconvened post-"farewell" to tour the 40th anniversary of their iconic debut album, Non-Stop Erotic Cabaret, they got the creative bug again. Impressively, this latest collection is a reminder why Soft Cell stand as one of the great synth-pop acts of all-time, containing all the hallmarks of their best work - it's cynically dark and bruising yet equally melodic and emotionally-charged. - Johnny Fletcher
coast feel that really sets the mood as JT Thomas lays down great guitar work. “Havin’ a Party” features Chad Rupp singing about wanting to gather with friends for a good time after a long day of work. The title track talks about wanting to live a simple life of solitude. “Rain Checkin’” features a guest appearance from Lloyd Jones who serves up some stellar guitar playing accompanied by funky bass lines from Timmer Blakely and horns from Chris Mercer and Joe McCarthy. Chandler Bowerman's solid drumming complements Mercer and McCarthy’s horns on “It’s a Sin.” “Something Wicked This Way Comes” features heavy guitar from Rupp along with great harmonica playing and vocals from special guest Johnny Wheels. A jazzy, slowed down version of Steve Miller Band’s “Rock’n Me” is driven by excellent piano playing from Samuel Gendler. “Next to You” offers heavy instrumentation and melancholy lyrics about wanting to remain close to someone you love. The classic feel and phenomenal horn playing on “Sweet Lovin’ Daddy” will get toes tapping. .- Paul Bragin
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | BEER REVIEWS
MARCH BEER REVIEWS
This month’s beers are available depending on supply & demand at all 10 Liquor Locker locations. Visit our website at www.Liquor-Locker.com. BELL'S LO SUN
MYRIAD ELEPHANT DASH
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4
This stout pours black and makes an ample caramel colored head, with a mesmerizing cascade of bubbles. There are strong notes of coffee on the nose. The coffee continues onto the palate and has a sweet, creamy finish. If you are a fan of a sweet stout, this one will not disappoint - and neither will the 7.2% ABV.
PAUL BRAGIN - 5
A thick tan head grows on this opaque stout and dissipates gradually. Sweetness from the roasted malt dominates the scent. More malt sweetness continues with the first taste, followed by roasted malt in the finish. People who enjoy stouts will want to drink this Evansville offering. Pair it with a charcuterie tray, roasted meats, your favorite chocolate desserts or add a scoop of your favorite ice cream to the beer for an adult float.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4.5
I would almost gave this milk stout a five but I leave that number to a select few. I truly love beers you can't see through. It has an ABV of 7.2% and comes in a 16oz can. I like the rich smooth flavors and I pick up a hint of brown sugar - but not much. I enjoy the coffee and chocolate flavors, too. And it is local! Good job, Myriad.
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PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4.25
Pours slightly hazy and golden with a quickly disappearing head. This has aromas of citrus on the nose. On the palate is a hint of citrus, a subtle hop bitterness, and light maltiness. Very balanced and very drinkable. Another winner for the light craft beer market with 110 calories and 4% ABV.
PAUL BRAGIN - 3.5
A thick white head rests on this wheat beer when poured into a wheat beer glass and evaporates slowly. A burst of wheat fills the nose, followed by the faint presence of fruity hop aromas. Carbonation hits the tongue with the first taste, followed by crisp wheat flavor. The combination of light body and low alcohol makes this wheat beer a great choice. Pair it with brunch, baked fish, a hamburger, spicy ramen or avocado toast.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4
This is a hazy, golden-colored beer. It's a low-calorie beer of 110 calories. A Blue Moon has 170. Since it's a light beer, it's a little weak on the wheat flavor but I sort of expected that. It also has an ABV of 4% so this would be more of a summer beer to drink outside. It's sessionable and has a light hops flavor but not much.
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NEW BELGIUM VOODOO RANGER AGENT 77 IPA
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4.25
This pours a hazy yellow with very little head. On the nose you find floral notes, grapefruit and maybe a hint of stone fruit. On the palate the grapefruit comes through, with a hint of lemon. The bitterness is a little more pronounced, as one would expect from an IPA. On the finish I noticed a touch of melon as well. At 7.7% ABV, this is not a sessionable beer, but worth having at least one
PAUL BRAGIN - 4.5
A substantial white head forms on this cloudy IPA and takes time to disappear. A good amount of citrus from the hops controls the scent profile. More citrus comes through with the tasting, followed by hop bitterness and additional citrus in the long finish. IPA aficionados will want to drink this. Pair it with fish and salads that are heavy on citrus flavors, spicy foods or cheeses such as pepper jack, Gorgonzola, Limburger or Cheddar.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4.5
This is a slightly hazy yellow beer with an ABV of 7.7%. I enjoy the citrus flavors. This is very drinkable - I have a feeling it might sneak up on you. It does have the bitterness I find with most IPAs but it's not overbearing. There aren't many New Belgium beers I don't like and this one didn't disappoint.
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PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4.25 LAGUNITAS DAYTIME IPA
This pours light golden and clear, with a thin white head. Tropical notes on the nose give way to a light body with subtle hints of grapefruit on the palate. Fairly high carbonation lightens the body even more, and it finishes with just a touch of hoppy bitterness. At 98 calories, 3 carbs and 4% ABV, this is a great example of a light IPA. Easy drinking and refreshing.
PAUL BRAGIN - 4.25
A decent white head tops this golden colored IPA. Pine and citrus notes in the hops flood the nostrils. The hop flavors remain while drinking the beer, with the citrus flavors becoming more prominent
in the extended finish. The slightly lower alcohol content makes this beer a good option for drinking several. Pair it with Asian cuisines, salads or a variety of cheeses like Camembert, Asiago or feta.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 3.5
This is a clear yellow beer with decent carbonation. It has a little more bitterness than the Bell’s. I actually didn’t really care for it on the first sip but the more I drank, the more I enjoyed it. It has an ABV of 4% and 98 calories. Despite my first impression, I still think it's a solid beer in terms of a “light” beer.
PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2022 | LOCAL HAPPENINGS
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Q:
While dining out recently, my parked car was sideswiped by another vehicle, causing damage to the driver's side door. I only discovered the damage when I left the restaurant - and no one reported seeing the incident. It was a hit and run, effectively. Considering that so many businesses have security cameras these days, do I have the right
to request video from nearby establishments to see if the incident was recorded to aid in tracking down the person/vehicle that caused the damage? Or should that be handled by law enforcement?
A:
Anytime there is a car accident, the most important
the identity of who is responsible for the damage to your vehicle.
thing is that nobody was seriously injured. Even when
The businesses are not under an obligation to comply with your
no one is hurt, it is very frustrating to deal with the
request and even if the accident was recorded, the businesses may
claims process for property damage to your vehicle.
only keep the video footage so many days before the footage is recorded over. So, if you want to try and secure the video you better
First, you should file a police report. If a detective is assigned
take these steps quickly.
you can speak with the detective as to what investigation law enforcement intends to do. Next, you will want to report the
In an accident where there are significant injuries and you hire a
accident to your own insurance company. Your insurance company
law firm, the law firm should conduct a thorough investigation.
will probably ask for a copy of the police report. You should ask your
The investigation may consist of hiring a private investigator,
own insurance company what investigation, if any, the insurance
retrieving the audio of 911 calls, the County’s event log, surveillance
adjuster intends to conduct.
videos, body and vehicle cam footage from law enforcement, aerial views of the scene, social media research, interviewing of
If nobody is hurt and the dollar value of the property damage is
witnesses, searching of cell phone hard drives, hiring an accident
relatively low, the chances of law enforcement or your insurance
reconstructionist, utilizing subpoena power and downloading
company conducting a lengthy investigation are remote. You
of data recorded by the vehicles’ black boxes and event data
certainly can ask businesses for surveillance video to determine
recorders.
Disclaimer: The above information provided by Siesky Law Firm, PC, is not legal advice and should not be taken as legal advice. Application of the law is highly fact sensitive and readers should consult with an attorney on legal matters.
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