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FEATURES
CUISINE & DINING
6 Jennifer Nettles @ the Ford Center An Interview with the Sugarland Singer
26 What’s Cookin’: The Hornet’s Nest 28 Business Spotlight: Penny Lane Lamasco 30 Restaurant Guide
10 Guns & Hoses IX @ The Ford Center The Rivalry Continues (for a good cause) 12 EvilleCon 2016: Year of the Monkey An Anime Convention for Everyone 14 Animalpalooza Annual Yard Sale Shop till You Drop for Our Furry Friends 16 EPO’s March Performance Classical Guitar & Beethoven’s Pastorale 46 2016 Best of the Tri-State The Votes are In... 54 What’s New in Western Kentucky Food, Music & More!
ENTERTAINMENT 20 Getting to Know…Claire Ballard 22 Bar Guide 58 In Town & Around 68 Music: Old Salt Union 70 Music: Jason Lee McKinney 71 Comedy: Brooke Spitler 72 Arts & Activities 74 Lobeck’s Lowdown 75 Words from Whitney 75 Tri-State Politics 76 Community & Family 86 Mug Shots
A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
RELIGION
4 A Return to the Good Life
REVIEWS
BEAUTY
80 Beer 82 Film 83 DVDs 84 Music
18 Beauty Date with Dakyissa
BUSINESS 41 Beef ‘O’ Brady’s: Tap Talk
COUPONS
74 Ask the Pastor
SPORTS 76 IceMen Player Profiles
31 Save Big!
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We’re coming down the homestretch to the end of winter - the finish line is finally in sight. For those of you who actually enjoy this time of year (a head-scratcher for sure), it’s a tough break, but for the rest of us sane people out there in the community, the promise of spring and warmer temps means a return to the good life - i.e., there are all kinds of cool events on the horizon, from high profile concerts and fundraisers to everyone’s favorite excuse to enjoy a beer or two (who’s counting?). Yes, St. Patrick’s Day will see winter off with all kinds of fun and seemingly no end of green drinks at local bars. Check out our In Town & Around section
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to get the inside scoop on the best celebrations. And speaking of things that are the “best”... News4U’s annual Best of the Tri-State feature will point you in the right direction for food, drinks, entertainment and much more. Once again, we’ve compiled an impressive list of businesses based on your votes. Turn to page 44 to see who came out on top! And don’t miss our interview with Sugarland’s Jennifer Nettles who arrives at the Ford Center March 19 with some of country music’s brightest young female singers. Also in this month’s issue: Guns & Hoses IX, the return of EvilleCon and an interview with American Idol season 12 finalist, Jenny Beth Willis. Take a look... - TE
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CMT Presents Jennifer Nettles with 2016 Next Women of Country Tour Ford Center / March 19
Sugarland’s multi-talented frontwoman keeps playing with fire, leaving expectations in the dust The title of Jennifer Nettles’ upcoming solo album - her second since taking a hiatus from the hugely popular country duo she fronts along with singer/songwriter Kristian Bush - pretty much sums it up. Playing with Fire, out on April 8, perfectly describes the career path of a performer who refuses to be boxed in, always looking to stretch out and take risks. That’s been especially apparent over the last couple of years. Not only did Nettles record That Girl, her 2014 debut, with famed producer Rick Rubin, she also starred on Broadway in the long-running musical Chicago and ventured into acting, playing Dolly Parton’s mother in the recent NBC TV movie, Coat of Many Colors. It all just went to show that the Georgia-born singer is more than capable of branching out on her own, regardless of the medium. In fact, Nettles seems to be hitting her prime as she approaches middle age. Just before hitting the road on the CMT tour with special guests Brandy Clarke, Lindsay Ell and Tara Thompson, Nettles kindly spoke with News4U about striking out on her own and more.
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Do you feel like you’re hitting you’re prime? It does seem like you’re in a real sweet spot right now. I love hearing that. I definitely feel more emboldened than I ever have in my life. And I think part of that is because of having a son - he’s three now. I really feel like I was reborn when he was born. I think there were a lot challenges for me in becoming a mother in terms of identity, but I think I came out on the other side of that even more emboldened by that experience of vulnerability. Now, I’m looking at opportunities and going, ‘Yeah, let’s do it.’ I want to get out of my comfort zone and try new things. Luckily, I seem to be getting a thumbs-up from the universe, and it feels like I’m on the right track. I sort of feel like somebody’s got to be happy; somebody’s got to go after their dreams and succeed; somebody has to tell that part of the story. Why not me? I’m a hard worker and I have, to me, what feels like a higher calling within myself of what I want to do in the world. I want to do good, and I want my storytelling to heal people and connect to them. Rick Rubin produced your 2014 debut, That Girl. Interestingly, he produced Black Sabbath prior to starting your project. Did he have a hand in choosing the dark, somber title track as the lead single? Rick doesn’t get involved in the politics of what is chosen as a first single to be released. However, where he is super involved in the process - especially on that record - is in the sound of it. His choices and sounds are all over that record and, consequently, you can hear it. It’s very much a reflection of where we were at the time, being in Malibu at the historic Shangri-La Studios, because there’s so much of a vintage California sound on the That Girl album. Working with Rick was an absolute, absolute joy; I would love to do it again.
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So who produced the follow-up, Playing with Fire? I worked with Dan Huff out of Nashville. He’s just such a fantastic master, in my opinion, of taking an artist and elevating her - keeping her authenticity to who she is but elevating the overall song. And it’s still about the song [on the new album], but in comparison to That Girl, sonically, this album is much more layered and has a much bigger sound. That Girl was super organic, and I loved that about that project; and yet, as an artist, I’m constantly wanting to evolve and bring something new and tasty to my fans. And also I feel like for the past three years since I made That Girl, I have a whole lot more to say. You know, where I was in my life thematically when I recorded that album... I had a five month old child, and I was in that heavy, heavy veil of motherhood and really cont. on page 8
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upcoming events wanted to feel myself by singing songs that I enjoyed singing and going through that process. And that record did just that for me. Yet, from a songwriting standpoint, on Playing with Fire I feel like I have a lot more to say. You received high praise for your role as Dolly Parton’s mother in Coat of Many Colors. When a film about your life is inevitably made, would you be interested in playing your own mother? Ah, what a sweet question. You know what, I would be honored if I was able to play my own mother, because something that I really enjoyed about playing Avie Lee, Dolly Parton’s mom, is that I did get to get in that space of what it would be like in the case of my own mother - to have a child who has a dream, to have a child who you see early on has a gift. My mom was that way with me and my singing and my music and the way that she encouraged me. It was very similar to what I saw in the character of Avie Lee. You recently joked that you are the “old broad” of the upcoming CMT tour. When you were first starting out, what “older” country star would you have loved to support? From a career standpoint, who stands out in my mind as far as country music is Reba McEntire. I really emulate her - she’s had such a well-rounded and diverse career. She and I are similarly turned in that way - that need to diversify. I mean, she did Broadway as well. She’s done television and acting; she’s gotten into her own clothing and makeup line. And that’s all in addition to - and spring boarded from - who she is as a storyteller and as an interpretive artist. So, I love her, and she is a friend; any time that I get to spend with her is always helpful. But also at the time that I was coming through the ranks, Faith Hill would have been lovely, too. At the time, where she was and where I was, if we look at it as a parallel, it would have been commensurate sort of with what I’m doing right now on this tour. The show starts at 7 p.m. For tickets and more info, visit thefordcenter. com or jennifernettles.com.
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Guns & Hoses IX
The men in blue look to put out the fire at the Ford Center on April 9
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alk about a main event. Every year, the finest members of our local police department and the top drafts from area fire departments do battle in the boxing ring, fighting for bragging rights. And it’s all in the name of charity. Specifically, that “name” is Mykenna - or “Mickey” as EPD Detective Patrick Phernetton’s daughter is affectionately known. Her struggle with Prader-Willi syndrome was the inspiration for this epic showdown that began almost a decade ago. By now, many of you may be familiar with Mickey’s disease. She and other people like her exist in a constant state of hunger and if left unattended, they can literally eat themselves to death. Phernetton has made it his goal to raise enough money for the construction of a group home where those who suffer from PraderWilli syndrome can live and prosper in a safe environment. The proceeds from the annual Guns & Hoses event (overseen by 911 Gives Hope, a group of police officers, firefighters and paramedics) are directed towards this effort as well as a VERY long list of local organizations that do great work for children with disabilities. To date, 911 Gives Hope has raised over $750,000! The charitable aspect of Guns & Hoses makes it a truly amazing event, but the action inside the ring takes it to another level entirely. In reality,
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there’s nothing charitable about the way the two departments go at each other in the ring - the gloves are off, so to speak. There is tremendous respect between the police and the firefighters, but once that bell rings, it’s on. For the duration of 15 matches, both sides give it everything they have and then some. Last year, the Hoses claimed a razor-thin 8-7 victory, but the Guns are determined to take back the belt. One particularly interesting match-up sees Sgt. Samuel Smith of the EPD take on Boonville firefighter Charlie Connor. Smith may be 49, but his 30 years of MMA and Judo training, including numerous black belts, have prepared him for the physical demands of a pressurepacked boxing match. Still, he’s very aware of the challenge Connor presents. “He’s a brawler - he’s a heavy hitter and he’s going to try and knock me out,” Smith says. “But it’s as much a mental battle as anything, and my background has prepared me for the spotlight. Some guys can’t handle the glare of 8,000 people, but I’m very comfortable with it.” Mike Doran of the Evansville Fire Department is also very familiar with the pressure of Guns & Hoses. Despite an impressive 5-2 record at the event, he’s the first to admit that it’s difficult to perform at your best in front of so many people. “If you lose at Guns & Hoses, everyone
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is going to know about it,” he says. “But win or lose, it’s a lot of fun and when you see the faces of the kids that you’re helping light up, it’s a great feeling.” The 43-year-old veteran of the ring trains year-round and is ramping things up heading into the final days as he waits to find out which Gun he’ll face this year. Come out to the Ford Center and show your support for all the charities that Guns & Hoses benefits! The event starts at 7 p.m. For tickets and more info, visit 911giveshope.com.
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EvilleCon 2016: Year of the Monkey
Evansville’s very own anime convention is back with a little something for everyone
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or the seventh year running, EvilleCon returns to the Old National Events Plaza to bring together fans of Japanese animation - or “anime” as it’s referred to here in the west. The 2016 convention takes place March 18-20 and will feature several high profile special guests plus a number of exciting events that should keep attendees of all ages entertained, making it a familyfriendly weekend of fun. The theme of EvilleCon 2016 is “Year of the Monkey (February 8, 2016 - January 27, 2017) ,” a nod to the Chinese zodiac. It adds yet another interesting element to one of the tri-state’s most popular conventions, a gathering that attracts thousands of anime lovers to the Evansville area and impacts the community in a very positive way - both in terms of cultural education and prosperity. Special guests are always the biggest draw at EvilleCon, and this year will be no different. The 2016 lineup includes two very talented and beloved voice over artists, Bryce Papenbrook and Jessica Calvello. A professional since the age of eight, Papenbrook has performed in numerous video games, cartoons and television shows. Recently, he’s been featured as Eren in Attack on Titan and Kirito in Sword Art Online and Sword Art Online II - but that’s barely scratching the surface of his impressive resume. Calvello began working in the dubbing industry with ADV Films back in 1995. Her very first role was in Evangelion and she’s been in demand ever since. Other special guests this year include cosplayers Malindachan and Ex-Shadow plus authors Rebekah McAuliffe, Robert Midgett and Shane Moore. Events-wise, expect another great Cosplay Contest and Pokemon Tournament as well as EvilleCon’s Got Talent and the human chess match, Ox King’s Cosplay Chess. For more info and to purchase badges, visit evillecon.com. The Old National Events Plaza is located at 715 Locust St. in downtown Evansville.
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Animalpalooza Annual Yard Sale
7255 Nottingham Dr. • Newburgh, Indiana • March 19th
Time to do some spring cleaning and donate your household items to help area animals in need
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hances are you’re familiar with Animalpalooza by now. The annual Animal Benefit & Music Festival has become a huge event each September, raising much-needed funds for local animal rescues and shelters. Last year, thousands of people converged on Burdette Park for an amazing weekend that not only showcased the tri-state’s best bands but also the high-flying action of DockDogs and so much more. The mission of Animalpalooza is quite simple: help homeless animals as well as save lost dogs and reduce euthanasia at Animal Control facilities. To that end, they have been very successful; however, the work of advocating for animals in need is never done. On March 19, Animalpalooza will host its Annual Yard Sale, another very important event designed to supplement the funds raised in September. Each year, animal lovers in the community are asked to donate items from home - virtually anything that can be turned into cash, including furniture and bigger items. Donations can be dropped off at the Warrick Humane Society during regular business hours. The money generated by this unique yard sale will go to support the WHS and WAG, a 501c3 organization established to help with funds for Warrick County Animal Control. Despite all of the great work that these and other local organizations do year-round, there are still so many animals that need our help. This is a great opportunity to make a difference simply by donating items or coming to shop at the yard sale. Either way, the animals will benefit! The event runs from 7 a.m.-1 p.m. For more info, follow Animalpalooza on Facebook.
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Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra presents: Classical Guitar & Beethoven’s Pastorale
March 19 performance at the Victory features the return of Croatian classical guitar virtuoso Ana Vidovic
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ebruary saw the EPO doing double duty. On the Pops side of things, the orchestra presented “Dancing & Romancing” in celebration of Valentine’s Day, while the Classics side was covered by a stirring performance of Mendelssohn’s epic oratorio, Elijah. This month sees Maestro Savia and his supremely talented group of players reunite with an “old” friend to take on the lush and lyrical Guitar Concerto No. 1 by Castelnuovo-Tedesco. Back by popular demand, 35-year-old Croatian classical guitar virtuoso Ana Vidovic will team with the EPO once again and remind everyone why she’s a world-renowned performer. In addition, the March 19 concert at the Victory will include William Bolcom’s 20th century parody of the classical style and Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony No. 6, a poetic depiction of the beauty and power of nature. Vidovic is the very definition of a child prodigy, having begun her mastering of the classical guitar at the young age of five. Over the next several years, she began performing publicly, ultimately reaching an international audience that has been growing in size ever since; and so has her collection of prestigious awards. In fact, Vidovic claims an impressive haul of first prizes at international competitions, including the Albert Augustine International Competition in Bath, England, the Fernando Sor Competition in Rome, Italy and the Francisco Tarrega Competition in Benicasim, Spain. She has also recorded six albums and released two DVDs. Vidovic’s performance alone would make for a fantastic night of music, but the EPO will also present Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony No. 6, a complex piece that was composed alongside his famous Fifth Symphony back in the early 1800’s. Described as “less fiery”
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Vidovic is the very definition of a child prodigy, having begun her mastering of the classical guitar at the young age of five.
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than the latter, the former is instead more expressive and arranged in a manner that will allow both the orchestra and its soloists to shine.
- and especially for fans of the amazing Ana Vidovic. Be sure to reserve your seat now for one of the best shows of the EPO’s 2015-15 season!
With the inclusion of William Bolcom’s 20th century parody of the classical style, Commedia for (Almost) 18th Century Orchestra, this promises to be a great night for fans of the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra
The March 19 concert begins at 7 p.m. For tickets, visit evansvillephilharmonic.org or call 812-4255050. The Victory Theatre is located at 600 Main St. / 812-422-1515.
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beauty advice
Beauty Date with Dakyissa Cleon It’s March, YAY! I absolutely love this time of year. The snow stops falling and the flowers start blooming. I also get to celebrate my birthday, WootWoot!
Inner Beauty Wow, it’s hard to believe that on March 25, I will be 30 years old! Time sure does fly. Has anyone else ever thought about what it would be like if we could revisit the past? Let’s all think about that for a second. Who were you in the past? How does that compare to who you are today (are you better or worse)? What did you dream of doing at this time in your life? Are you doing it (if not, why aren’t you)? What were some of your experiences? Are any of your negative experiences still lingering in your heart today? I think every now and then, it’s good to think about these things. Naturally, we get used to repetitive actions. That tends to get us complacent and it can be easy to forget our life goals. It’s good to take time every now and then to remind ourselves of who we are, where we’ve been, and where we’re going.
Outer Beauty Spring tends to be a time most of us like to spruce up our beauty routine and kit. If this is you, I’m here to help. Check out a few of my beauty faves:
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Banana Mask Avocado Mask Milk Mask Milk and Honey Mask Strawberry Mask
Foundation: Estee Lauder Double Wear Eyes: Try adding in cobalt blue for spring Trend: Bare face with statement lip Favorite Mascara Brand: Benefit
• Coconut Oil • Jojoba Oil • Olive Oil
Foundation: Tarte BB Products Eyes: Try navy or brown liner Trend: Bare face with lash focus Favorite Mascara Brand: MAC
Well, my friends, I hope this has been useful for you. If you have any questions about how to create/apply anything listed above, please don’t hesitate to contact me. Don’t forget, as your beauty coach, I am happy to help you reach optimal beauty from the inside out. Until next time, Stay Beautiful, Stay Strong, and Stay Positive! Your Beauty Coach and Friend, DaKyissa
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getting to know...
Claire Ballard
Asst. Brand Mgr./Afternoon Host at HOT 96 1. Coolest person I’ve met through my job... I’ve been lucky to meet a lot of cool people - mostly musicians! Everyone from Blake Shelton, Thomas Rhett, Kacey Musgraves and Sam Hunt to Ciara, Ne-Yo, Tori Kelly, DJ Snake, Tove Lo, Imagine Dragons and more. If I had to pick a favorite it would be Sheryl Crow. I grew up loving her music, and she was so kind and genuine in person. 2. A TV show I can’t believe I watch... Keeping Up With The Kardashians. I know some people find their fame offensive, but I don’t take it that seriously. I think it’s a mistake to judge people in the public eye that you don’t know personally, and so I just find their ridiculous, chaotic lives to be very entertaining. 3. How I’ll spend St. Patrick’s Day... That’s a great question! I love fun holidays like this one. Hopefully HOT 96 will be throwing a party somewhere, but regardless, I’m sure I’ll be out wearing green and drinking a Guinness.
her college friends. There were bikinis, red solo cups, pool floats and lots of twerking. It was straight out of a movie, and it was awesome. 8. Biggest difference between young Claire and adult Claire... I’m still not sure I’m adult me yet. I’ve definitely learned a lot in my six years post-college, like how to work hard, work smart, work with people you don’t like, get to work on time, get enough sleep and drink better wine. I’m also a lot closer to figuring out who I am and what I want out of life. My place is still always a wreck, I never get caught up on laundry or dishes, and I’m nowhere close to having a family, which feels like a symbol of adulthood, especially in this area of the country.
9. My thoughts on social media... Social media is a major extension of my show. I’m active on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and Snapchat, and I share my personal life, anything else I think is relatable or entertaining, and links to my blog. I believe it’s really important for a radio personality and a radio station to have a great social presence with lots of engagement from the community, and I think the best way to do that is to create 4. Best song I’ve spun so far in 2016... gratification. One of my goals for the new year is to listen to more music away relatable content that provides instant from the radio station. I listen to music all day long here, so I don’t take enough time to put on artists I love that we don’t play like 10. Plans for the summer... Chris Stapleton, Andra Day, or Courtney Barnett when I get home. I’m really bad at plans. I That being said, the best song I’ve played on HOT 96 this year is expect it to be a busy Zayn Malik’s “Pillowtalk.” It debuted at number one on the charts, time at HOT 96. We’re in which hasn’t happened in a few years and has only been done 25 the process of putting together some new times in history. ideas right now. I’d like to take a beach 5. My vision of the afterlife... I’d like to imagine that there’s a need for some form of radio in vacation and go back heaven, and I’m providing entertainment and directing everyone to to Vegas and visit the best parties and events at my leisure. My dog, Shea, is definitely my friends. Oh, there with me, and I’m spending time with people in beautiful places, and my brother including my dad who I miss now greatly; and of course I’m testing and his high school are boundaries, breaking a few rules and being gently scolded by Jesus. sweetheart getting married! I’m really 6. What my slogan would be if I ran for President... Since “Make America Great Again” is already taken, maybe “Free excited to bust Pizza for One and for All”? I don’t see myself taking over the White some moves at their wedding. House anytime soon. 7. Favorite on-air moment... One of my favorite radio moments was a Pool Party promotion we did in Las Vegas. One of our listeners won a pool party with Chromeo, who came out and DJ’d a set in her backyard with all of
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what’s cookin’
The Hornet’s Nest Steakhouse & Bar
11845 Petersburg Rd • Evansville, Indiana • 812-867-2386
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gathering place for both locals and travelers alike since the mid 1800’s, the Hornet’s Nest still offers exceptional hospitality and so much more. With an eclectic crowd of regulars, passersby, traveling foodies and families, as well as a booming nightlife, the restaurant has something for everyone. Their menu ranges from tavern fare to carefully-crafted, chefinspired specials, but there is nothing regular about an item that leaves their kitchen. Their dedication to provide the total experience is apparent, and the longstanding success of their establishment is proof of that. Head Chef Jeremiah Galey was more than excited to share his creations. Starting in October of last year, Galey has already increased volume with his weekend specials, not seeking to change the existing menu, but to expand, particularly for special events. For my visit, the off-menu items were incredible. A double-boned smoked pork chop was first, crusted and seasoned to perfection, easily cut with a tender center. Sided with purple potato mash and crunchy
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grilled asparagus, it was a dish beyond expectation. Next was juicy seared lamb with a wild rice blend, spinach, and fresh mint and melt-in-your-mouth seared duck breast with petite potatoes, sliced pear, bacon, and fresh raspberries. If you’re seeking something more
simple, you’re in the wrong place, and I only say that because even their regular menu items might seem like something one can get anywhere, but they’re still a cut above. For example, their cheeseburger is ground and
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pattied in-house, thick and juicy, cooked to order, and their fried mushrooms and onion rings are hand-battered fresh. I also highly recommend the bacon-wrapped filet mignon; I’m very picky about steak but no sauce was needed - it was thick, flavorful, and spot-on in temperature. Next trip: prime rib. Rumor is, it’s the best in town. The Hornet’s Nest also offers a Sunday buffet with a meat carving station, omelets made to order, and all-you-can-eat fried chicken, catfish, breakfast, dessert bar, and more. Besides the wide range of menu choices, a full bar, and comfortable environment, they also host karaoke on the weekends. Located just several minutes from the airport, it’s worth the visit regardless of your location. Come for the history and delicious food, stay for the ambiance - you won’t be disappointed. - Whitney Patterson For more info, including hours and daily specials, follow Hornet’s Nest on Facebook and visit thehornetsnestin.com.
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business spotlight
Penny Lane Lamasco
1331 West Franklin Street • Evansville, Indiana • 812-484-2222
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ot much is missing from Evansville’s famous Franklin Street, and now it’s that much closer to having it all. Penny Lane Coffeehouse, already a favorite on both the east side and downtown, has recently set up shop inside Lamasco Bar & Grill. What goes better with a breakfast burrito or biscuits and gravy than a steaming cup of freshly brewed coffee or an espresso? Well, maybe a bloody Mary, but the most fantastic part is that now it’s all an option in one great place. Of course, Penny Lane offers more than coffee - their creatively-named specialty drinks, tea, and smoothies are delicious, and although the new shop won’t offer a full menu, they plan to serve some pastries and baked goods for customers on-the-go. They’re also working on some new drinks (inspired by music, of course) named after local bands and artists such as Osiella, Boscoe France and Tastes Like Chicken. I’m definitely intrigued by that last one! So how did this power duo relationship come to fruition? Penny Lane owner Brian Bennett explains, “I’ve always wanted to open a shop on Franklin Street and there was never the right building or opportunity, in my opinion. Penny Lane is more of a walk-up-and-buy-coffee establishment versus a drivethru, grab some blah normal coffee and drive off. I was having breakfast at Lamasco one day and it hit me that Lamasco was the exact same way and didn’t offer the signature drinks and coffee that Penny Lane does.” After the light bulb went off, it was a quick agreement on Lamasco owner Amy Rivers Word-Smith’s part, and here we are with a booming Franklin Street establishment that not only offers some of the best breakfast around but also incomparable refreshments. - Whitney Patterson
Penny Lane (inside Lamasco) business hours: Mon-Fri 7 a.m.-noon; Sat 7 a.m.-2 p.m.; Sun 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more info, visit pennylanecoffeehouse. com and follow them on Facebook.
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812-425-1616 Memphis & Main BBQ (Newburgh) 4946 St. Hwy 261 812-858-0111 (Boonville) 118 W. Locust St. 812-646-7110
AMISH
Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730
Moonlite Bar-B-Q Inn 2840 W. Parrish Ave. Owensboro, KY 270-684-8143 Nisbet Inn 6701 Nisbet Rd. 812-963-9305 Old Hickory Bar-B-Que 338 Washington Ave. Owensboro, KY 270-926-9000
BARBECUE Bandana BBQ 6636 Logan Dr. 812-401-9922
Bar-B-Q-Barn 1003 E. Diamond Ave. 812-491-9868 Flames Grille 1200 W. Columbia St. 812-205-4704 Hawg ‘N’ Sauce 1600 Leonard Rd. Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-5339
Peak Bros. BBQ 6353 Hwy 60 Waverly, KY 270-389-0267 Thomason’s Barbecue 701 Atkinson St. Henderson, KY 270-826-0654 Wilson’s General Store & Cafe 11120 Broadway Ave. 812-985-0202 Wolf’s Bar-B-Q 6000 First Ave. 812-424-8891
Hickory Pit Stop 1521 N. Main St. 812-422-6919
Marx Barbeque & Catering 3119 W. Maryland St.
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RESTAURANT GUIDE Owensboro, KY 270-691-8960 Applebee’s Bar & Grill (East) 5100 E. Morgan Ave. 812-471-0929 (West) 5727 Pearl Dr. 812-426-2006 (Henderson) 1950 Us Hwy. 41 N. 270-826-9427 Backstage Bar & Grill 524 Main St. 812-424-5020 Bar Louie 7000 Eagle Crest Blvd. 812-476-7069 Beef O’Brady’s 8177 Bell Oaks Dr. Newburgh, IN 812-490-9464 Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. 812-909-0388 Cambridge Golf Course 1034 Beacon HIll Rd. 812-868-4653 Cheddar’s 2100 N. Green River Rd. 812-491-9976
J & B Barbecue & Catering 48 S. Holloway Henderson, KY 270-830-0053 Longfellow Barbecue Company 830 LST Dr. 812-467-0080
FOOD
Chili’s Grill & Bar 600 N. Green River Rd. 812-475-1510
CASUAL THEME Allegra Lounge (Holiday Inn Airport) 7101 Hwy 41 North 812-867-7999
Another Broken Egg Cafe 701 W. 1st Street
Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar 108 N. 2nd St. Henderson, KY 270- 212-2133 Dapper Pig 1112 Parrett St. 812-401-3333
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Doc’s 1305 Stringtown Rd. 812-401-1201 Double D’s 1206 E. Main St. Boonville, IN 812- 897-8813 Enigma Bar & Grill 4044 Professional Ln. Newburgh, IN 812-490-0600 Hadi Shriners 6 Walnut St. 812-423-4285 Hooters 4620 Lincoln Ave. 812-475-0229 J’s Sports Bar & Grill 1602 S. Vann Ave. 812-401-2266 King’s Kitchen 104 N Water St. Henderson, KY 270-212-2070
Koodie-Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St. Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-5202
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers 6636 E. Lloyd Expwy. 812-473-4100
Lucky Joe’s Bar & Grill 3300 US HWY 41 N. Henderson, KY 812-435-8908
Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory (Cold Stone Creamery) 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy 812-437-2653
Major Munch 101 NW 1st St. #100 812-499-0160
Royal Suite 4706 Morgan Ave. 812-402-5122
Mama Mia’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 812-433-4227
Show-Me’s (East) 1700 Morgan Ctr. Dr. 812-401-SHOW (West) 5501 Pearl Dr. 812-402-7100
Max & Erma’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 812-433-4258 O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. 812-401-4630
812-491-8443 Toast 1550 Mesker Park Dr. 812-909-2320 Uptown Event Restaurant 518 Main St. 812-550-1404 Zoup Fresh Soup Co. (East) 6240 E. Virginia St. 812-477-2664 (North) 4660 N. 1st Ave. 812-423-1800
Charlie’s Mongolian BBQ 315 E. Diamond Ave. 812-423-9897 China King 590 E. Diamond Ave. 812-423-1896 China Village 8423 Bell Oaks Dr. Newburgh, IN 812-858-8238 Chopstick House 5412 E. Indiana St. 812-473-5551 Crazy Buffet 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. 812-437-8833
Temptations Buffet (Tropicana Evansville) 421 Riverside Dr. 812-433-4000 T.G.I. Friday’s (Eastland Mall) 800 N. Green River Rd.
947 North Park Dr. 812-428-6611
CHINESE Canton Inn
Golden Buddha 3221 Taylor Ave. 812-473-4855 (Newburgh) 5066 S.R. 261 812-853-2680
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Gracie’s Chinese Cuisine 12500 N. Hwy. 41 812-868-8888 Grand Buffet Mongolian Grill 1356 N. Green River Rd. 812-476-6666
FOOD RESTAURANT GUIDE
Lincoln Garden 2001 Lincoln Ave. 812-471-8881 Mandarin Garden Chinese Restaurant 2013 N. Green River Rd. 812-476-7088 MAT. 888 China Bistro 5636 Vogel Rd. 812-475-2888 Shing-Lee Chinese Restaurant 215 Main St. 812-464-2769 Szechwan Chinese Restaurant 669 N. Green River Rd. 812-479-7600
DELI/CAFES 2nd St. Treats 221 2nd St. Henderson, KY 270-957-5064
Acropolis Express at the YWCA 118 Vine St. 812-424-7335 Anthony’s Heavenly Cheesecake 812-499-8273
Taste of China 4579 University Dr. 812-422-1260
Bits & Bytes 216 NW Fourth St. 812-423-5113
Teppanyaki Grill & Supreme Buffet 201 B N. Green River Rd. 812-474-6660
Café 111 111 S. Green River Rd. #D 812-401-8111
Two Brothers 3806 N. 1st Ave. 812-423-6188
Cake Stand 223 Second St. Henderson, KY 270-854-1305
Wok ‘N’ Roll 311 S. Green River Rd. 812-479-3118 Yen Ching Chinese Restaurant 406 S. Green River Rd. 812-474-0181
Cleo’s Bakery 9 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN 812-789-6485 Coffee Cottage & Café 612 S. Weinbach Ave. 812-401-1930 Daily’s Bakery & Café 701 N. Main St. 812-484-6635
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Diamond Deli (Tropicana Evansville) 421 Riverside Dr. 812-433-6122 Donut Bank Bakery & Coffee Shop (East) 5 N. Green River Rd. 812-479-0511 1950 Washington Ave. 812-477-2711 1200 Lincoln Ave. 812-402-4111 (North) 2128 N. 1st Ave. 812-426-2311 1031 E. Diamond Ave. 812-426-0011 (West) 210 N. St. Joseph Ave. 812-426-1011 (Newburgh) 3988 SR 261 812-858-9911 (Henderson) 2638 Hwy 41 270-212-0181 Emge’s Deli & Ice Cream 206 Main St. 812-422-3026 Eric’s Corner Carry-Out 4220 Broadway Ave 812-402-9788 Fresh Harvest Deli (Inside Old National) 1 Main St. 812-424-5801 Gayla Cake 422 N. Main St. 812-454-9791 Great American Bagel 3901 Morgan Ave. 812-476-7212 Great Harvest Bread Co. 423 Metro Ave. 812-476-4999 Honey Baked Ham 1449 N. Green River Rd. 812-471-2940 Jason’s Deli 943 N. Green River Rd. 812-417-9905
Jeanne’s Gelato 2003 Lincoln Ave. 812-479-8272 Jimmy John’s (East) 701 N. Burkhardt Rd. Ste. C 812-401-5400 (West) 130 N. St. Joe Ave 812-402-9944 (Newburgh) 8680 Highpoint Dr. 812-491-7111 Just Rennie’s Cookies 102 S.E. 4th St. 812-490-8098 McAlister’s Deli 2220 N. Green River Rd. 812-618-2050 Panera Bread 220 Burkhardt Rd. 812-476-7477 Penn Station East Coast Subs (East) 137 N. Burkhardt Rd. 812-479-PENN (North) 4827 Davis Lant Dr. 812-402-PENN (West) 5310 Pearl Dr. 812-434-PENN (Newburgh) 8887 High Point Dr. 812-401-7366 (Henderson) 1111 Barrett Rd. 270-826-7361 (Owensboro) 3625 Frederica St. 270-683-1515 Penny Lane Coffeehouse (Downtown) 600 S.E. 2nd St. 812-421-8741 (East) 2004 Washington Ave. 812-473-4440 PG Art Gallery & Cafe 1418 W. Franklin St. 812- 402-4445 Piece of Cake 210 Main St. 812-424-2253
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Planters Coffeehouse 130 N. Main St. Henderson, KY 270-830-0927
Twilight Bistro 221 Main St. 812-421-0606
R’z Cafe & Catering Co. 104 N. Main St. Fort Branch, IN 812-615-0039 Salad World Healthy Cafe (Downtown) 200 Main St. 812-422-0898 (East) 3311 N. Green River Rd. 812-471-5083 (North) 601 E. BoonevilleNew Harmony Rd. 812-867-2741 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. 812-467-7486 (Newburgh) 4222 Bell Rd. 812-490-6070 Sidewalk Cafe 228 2nd St. Henderson, KY 270-831-2233 Sweet Betty’s Bakery 5600 E. Virginia St. 812-402-3889 Schlotzsky’s 301 N. Green River Rd. 812-471-4011 Sidewalk Cafe 228 2nd St. Henderson, KY 270-831-2233 Spudz –N– Stuff Downtown) 101 NW 1st St. 812-402-7555 (East) 812 S. Green River Rd. 812-401-7783 (West) 5225 Pearl Dr. 812-402-8287 (Henderson, KY) 192 Garden Mile Rd. 270-212-1777
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FAMILY/ HOMESTYLE
Bob Evans (East) 1125 N. Green River Rd. 812-473-9022 (West) 5201 Pearl Dr. 812-425-5100 (Princeton) US 41 & State Rt. 64 812-386-1228 (Owensboro) 3123 Kentucky Hwy. 54 270-683-3515 Buffalo Wild Wings (East) 713 N. Green River Rd. 812-471-9464 (West) 5404 Pearl Dr. 812-471-9464 Burger Bank 1617 S. Weinbach Ave. 812-475-2265 Carousel Restaurant 5115 Monroe Ave. 812-479-6388 Cleavers Restaurant 5501 E. Indiana St. 812-473-0001 Cracker Barrel 8215 Eagle Lake Dr. 812-479-8788 Cross-Eyed Cricket 2101 Pennsylvania St. 812-422-6464 Culver’s 1734 Hirschland Rd. 812-437-3333
Denny’s Classic Diner (West) 5212 Weston Rd. 812-424-4472 (Newburgh) 19501 Elpers Rd. 812-867-7156
IHOP 601 N. Burkhardt Rd. 812-471-0510
Rafferty’s 1400 N. Green River Rd. 812-471-0024
Ivy Cafe @ Swirca 16 W. Virginia St. 812-464-7800
Denny’s Restaurant (East) 351 N. Green River Rd. 812-473-1063 (North) 4301 Hwy. 41 N. 812-423-9459
KT’s Fire Grill 7247 Main St. Wadesville, IN 812-673-4996
Red Fez (Hadi Shriners) 6 Walnut St. 812-423-4285
Five Guys Burgers 5402 E. Indiana St. 812-401-1773 Flying Saucer Café (Inside the Airport) 7801 Bussing Dr. 812-423-1113 Franklin Lanes Coffee Shop 1801 W. Franklin St. 812-423-5355 Frontier Restaurant & Bar 12945 Hwy. 57 812-867-6786 Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 812-473-3800 Get and Go Casseroles 6840 Logan Dr. 812-475-8830 Golden Corral (East) 130 Cross Point Blvd. 812-473-1095 (Henderson) 1770 S. Green St. 270-869-9310 Highland Inn 6620 N. First Ave. 812-402-2544 Hilltop Inn 1100 Harmony Way 812-422-1757 Hornville Tavern 2607 W. Baseline Rd. 812-963-0967
Koodie-Hoo’s 231 W. 2nd St. Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-5202 Korner Inn 15 W. Main St. Elberfeld, IN 812-983-4200 Libby & Mom’s Café 2 Richardt Ave. 812-437-3040 Log Inn 12491 S. 200 E. Haubstadt, IN 812-867-3216 Merry-Go-Round Restaurant 2101 Old Business 41 812-423-6388
Redwagon Restaurant & Bar Hwy. 165 & I-64 Poseyville, IN 812-874-2210
Madeleine’s 423 S.E. 2nd St. 812-491-8611
Rose Hill Cafe 8133 Rose Hill Dr. Newburgh, IN 812-853-8443 Scheller’s Carriage Inn 103 E Gibson St. Haubstadt, IN 812-768-6131 St. Joe Inn 9515 St. Wendel Rd. 812-963-9310
NW Chophouse & Wine Bar 7799 Hwy 66 Newburgh, IN 812-853-9500 Red Geranium 504 N. St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-4431
FROZEN YOGURT
Orange Leaf 701 Burkhardt Rd. 812-401-5215
Pie Pan 905 North Park Dr. 812-425-2261 Popeye’s Chicken 3300 N. 1st. Ave 812-401-1773
Cavanaugh’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 812-433-4333 Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar 108 N. 2nd St. Henderson, KY
Taste of India 4700 Vogel Rd. 812-909-2880 Taj Mahal Indian Cuisine
900 Tutor Ln. 812-476-5000
IRISH
Ri Ra Irish Pub (District @ Tropicana) 701 NW Riverside Dr. 812-426-0000
Angelo’s 305 Main St. 812-428-6666
Zesto’s 102 W. Franklin St. 812-424-1416
FINE DINING
INDIAN
ITALIAN/ MEDITERRANEAN
Stoll’s Country Inn 19820 Castle Creek Dr. 812-867-7730
Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 812-401-3474
Pop’s Grill 516 S. Main St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-3880
Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 812-479-6974 Edgewater Grille 1 E. Water St. Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443
O’Charley’s (East) 7301 E. Indiana St. 812-479-6632 (West) 812-5125 Pearl Dr. 812-424-3348 Old Mill 503 New Harmony Rd. 812-963-6000
270-212-2133
Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano 16401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 812-421-0800 Café Arazu
117 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN
812-842-2200
Sweet CeCe’s 4827 Davis Lant Dr. 812-477-5276
Dilegge’s Italian
GERMAN
House of Como
Gerst Haus 2100 W. Franklin St. 812-424-1420
GREEK
Acropolis 501 N. Green River Rd. 812-475-9320
607 N. Main St. 812-428-3004
2700 S. Kentucky Ave. 812-422-0572 Little Italy Italian
4430 1st Ave. 812-479-7777
Lucy Bella’s Pizzeria
2201 Hwy 41 N. Henderson, KY
270-212-2352
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Mama Mia’s (Tropicana Evansville)
421 NW Riverside Dr. 812-433-4000 Manna Mediterranean Grill 2913 Lincoln Ave. 812-473-7005
812-437-5824 Tokyo Japan 3000 N. Green River Rd. 812-401-1020
Milano’s Italian Cuisine 500 Main St. 812-484-2222 Olive Garden 1100 N. Green River Rd. 812-473-2903 Oasis Mediterranean Grille 5702 E. Virginia St. 812-602-3660 Sauced 1113 Parrett St. 812-402-2230 Smitty’s Italian SteakHouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 812-423-6280
JAPANESE
Fujiyama Japanese Steakhouse 915 North Park Dr. 812-962-4440
Zuki Japanese Grill & Sushi Lounge (Downtown) 222 Main St. 812-423-9854 (East) 1448 N. Green River Rd. 812-477-9854 Tokyo Teppanyaki 2222 US Hwy 41 Henderson, KY 270-869-1968
KOREAN
Jaya’s 119 S.E. 4th St. 812-422-6667
Ginmiya Asian Diner 4827 Davis Lant Dr. 812-471-8100 Iwataya Japanese Restaurant 8401 N. Kentucky Ave. 812-868-0830
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MEXICAN
Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro 4593 Washington Ave. 812-471-7076
Acapulco Restaurant 8480 High Pointe Dr. Newburgh, IN 812-858-7777
Okami Japanese Sushi & Hibachi 5435 Pearl Dr. 812-424-3413
Cancun 341 S. Green St. Henderson, KY 270-826-0067
Roppongi Japanese Steak & Sushi 7221 E. Indiana St.
Carleos 3118 Alvey Dr. Owensboro, KY 270-684-0290
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Chipotle Mexican Grill 499 N. Green River Rd. 812-471-4973 El Charro 720 N. Sonntag Ave. 812- 421-1986 El Maguey 3250 Warrick Dr. Boonville, IN 812-897-6666 El Patron 943 North Park Dr. 812-402-6500 El Rio 1919 Green River Rd. 812-471-1400 Hacienda (East) 990 S. Green River 812-474-1635 (North) 711 N. 1st. Ave. 812-423-6355 (West) 5440 Pearl Dr. 812-422-2055 Hot Head Burritos 5625 Pearl Dr. Suite A 812-437-5010 Jalisco Mexican Restaurant 4044 Professional Ln. 812-490-2814 La Cabana 821 S. Green River Rd. 812-477-3351 La Campirana 1212 Washington Sq. Mall 812-550-1585 Los Bravos (East) 6226 E. Waterford Blvd. 812-474-9078 (North) 3534 First Ave. 812-424-4101 (West) 4630 W. Lloyd Expwy. 812-464-3136 (Boonville) 3311 Liberty Blvd.
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FOOD RESTAURANT GUIDE 812-897-3442 Los Portales 3339 N. Green River Rd. 812-475-0566 Los Toribio 2810 US 41 N. Henderson, KY 270-830-6610 1647 S. Green St. Henderson, KY 270-831-2367 Los Tres Camino’s 12100 Hwy. 41 N. 812-868-8550 Moe’s Southwest Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 812-491-6637 Qdoba Mexican Grill 922 Burkhardt Rd. 812-401-0800 Riviera Mexican Grill 10604 SR. 662 Newburgh, IN 812-490-9936 Taco Tierra 420 S. Green River Rd. 812-402-8226 Tequila’s 408 Southwind Plaza Mt. Vernon, IN 812-838-2392
PIZZA/ SANDWICHES
Archie & Clyde’s 8309 Bell Oaks Dr. Newburgh, IN 812-490-7778 Azzip Pizza 5225 Pearl Dr. 812-401-3572
Cleavers 5501 E. Indiana St. 812-473-0001 Dave’s Sports Den 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 812-479-8887
Big M’s Pizzeria 1313 N. 1st Ave. 812-434-6909
Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe 222 E. Columbia St. 812-425-2515
Boston’s 3911 Venetian Dr. Newburgh, IN 812-853-3400
Fetta 118 St. Ann St. Owensboro, KY 270-926-0005
Brick Pizzeria 101 NW. 1st., Ste. 114 812-602-3035
Firedome Pizza & Wings 2046 Hwy. 41 N. Henderson, KY 270-831-1977
Cici’s Pizza (East) 101-B N. Green River Rd. 812-477-2424 (West) 5625 Pearl Dr. Ste. G 812-962-0034
812-868-8071 Gatti Town 316 N. Green River Rd. 812-473-3800 Heady’s Pizza 4120 N. First Ave. 812-437-4343 Highland Pizza Shop 6669 Kratzville Rd. 812-402-8900 Jimmy John’s 701 N Burkhardt Rd Ste. C 812-401-5400 Kipplee’s 2350 Division St. 812-479-1542
Henderson, KY 270-212-2352 Mama Roma’s Pizza & Wings (East) 2008 E. Morgan Ave. 812-422-1212 (North) 3904 N. 1st Ave. 812-421-3000 (South) 3115 Covert Ave. 812-477-6262 Mama Mia’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 812-433-4000 Maloney’s Pizza & Wings 3030 Highland Point Dr. Owensboro, KY 270-684-8080
Firehouse Subs 1031 N. Green River Rd. 812-477-2141
Lombardi’s New York Pizza 513 Barret Blvd. Henderson, KY 270-854-4391
Gardo’s Italian Oven 13220 Darmstadt Rd.
Lucy Bella’s Pizzeria 2201 HWY 41
Mr. B’s Pizza & Wings 2611 Hwy. 41 N. Henderson, KY
270-826-1111 Old Chicago 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 812-401-1400 Papa John’s Pizza (East) 303 N. Weinbach Ave. 812-477-7700 5436 E. Indiana St. 812-473-5200 (North) 4204 N. 1st Ave. 812-425-2345 1244 Hwy 41 812-867-7272 (West) 4814 W. Lloyd Expwy. 812-423-7272 (Newburgh) 3955 Hayley Dr. 812-858-7272 (Henderson) 418 Center St. 270-826-4444 Parkway Pizza 3911 Broadway Ave. 812-423-3339
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Pizza Chef 4938 SR 261 Newburgh, IN 812-853-3338 Pizza Depot 11845 Old Petersburg Rd. 812-867-9131 Pizza King (East) 1033 S. Weinbach Ave. 812-476-9441 (West) 220 N. St Joe Ave. 812-424-7976 (Newburgh) Hwy. 66 & 261 812-853-3368 Roca Bar South 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 812-422-7782 Roca Bar North 12301 Hwy. 41 North N. 812-868-8898 Rockhouse at Wolf’s 31 N. Green St. Henderson, KY
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270-212-1400 Rounder’s Pizza 510 W. Mill Rd. 812-424-4960
Susan Bobe’s 101 W. Broadway St. Princeton, IN 812-385-2554
PRIVATE DINING/ BANQUET
Talk of the Town 1200 Edgar St. 812-402-8696
Ballroom at Sauced 1119 Parrett St. 812-422-2230
Sam’s Pizzeria 2011 W. Delaware St. 812-423-3160
Turoni’s Pizzery & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 812-424-9871
Sandy’s Pizza 609 S. Main St. Fort Branch, IN 812-759-3972
Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not Inn 4 N. Weinbach Ave. 812-477-7500
Edgewater La Veranda Banquet Room 5 E. Water St. Newburgh, IN 812-858-2443
Schaum’s Pizzeria 240 S. Green River Rd. 812-402-4733
Turoni’s Newburgh 8011 Bell Oaks Rd. 812-490-5555 Walther’s Golf ‘n Fun 2301 N. 1st Ave. 812-464-4472
Rounder’s Too 12731 N. Green River Rd. 812-867-7172
Slice The 2011 Lincoln Ave. 812-476-8518 Spankey’s Una Pizza 714 N. Sonntag Ave. 812-402-6776
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Woody’s Pizzeria 518 S. Main St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-6666
Event Gallery 956 Parrett St. 812-467-4255 Ivy Room at SWIRCA 16 W. Virginia St. 812-464-7800 Old Post Office Event Center 100 NW. 2nd St. 812-253-2102 Schmitt Catering
& More 812-909-0566/ 812-774-6547
PUBS & TAVERNS 711 Tavern 711 Virginia St. 812-422-0904 Backstage Bar & Grill 524 Main St. 812-424-5020 Blush Ultralounge (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 812-433-4000
Bob’s Lounge 907 N. Fares Ave. 812-425-4929 Bokeh Lounge 1007 Parrett St. 812-909-0388
Fester’s Sports Bar & Grill 10301 Old Hwy 62 W. Mt Vernon, IN 812-985-7333 Franklin Street Tavern 2126 W. Franklin St. 812-459-5210
Buck’s Tavern 1015 N. Fulton Ave. 812-429-0055
Fred’s Bar & Grill 421 Read St. 812-423-8040
Chido Mexican Bar & Grill (District @ Tropicana) 701 NW Riverside Dr. 812-401-1994
Gerst Haus 2100 W. Franklin St. 812-424-1420
Chilly Willy’s Pub 3039 Claremont Ave. 812-423-0726 Commonwealth Kitchen & Bar 108 N. 2nd St. Henderson, KY 270-212-2133 Cricket’s 518 W. Main St. Newburgh 812-858-2782 Dapper Pig 1112 Parrett St. 812-401-3333
Hagedorn’s Tavern 2037 W. Franklin St. 812-423-0794 Harbor Bay 4428 N. First Ave. 812-423-0050 Haynie’s Corner Pub 1114 SE Parrett St. 812-423-8221 Highland Inn 6620 N. First Ave. 812-402-2544 Hornville Tavern 2607 Baseline Rd. 812-963-9318 J’s Sports Bar & Grill 1602 S. Vann Ave. 812-401-2266
Darmstadt Inn 13130 Darmstadt Rd. 812-867-7300
KC’s Corner Pocket 1819 N. Fulton Ave. 812-428-2255
Darren’s Pub 713 N. Green St. Henderson, KY 812-827-2206
KC’s Time Out Lounge 1121 S. Green River Rd. 812-437-9920
Dave’s Sportsden 701 N. Weinbach Ave. 812-479-8887
Knob Hill Tavern 1016 Hwy. 662 W. Newburgh, IN 812-853-9550
Diamond Lanes 2400 Hwy 41 N. 812-424-4677
Kipplee’s Stadium Inn 2350 Division St. 812-479-1542
Doc’s Nightclub 1305 Stringtown Rd. 812-401-1201 Enigma Bar & Grill 4044 Professional Ln. Newburgh, IN 812-490-0600
taptalk
Lamasco Bar & Grill 1331 W. Franklin St. 812-437-0171
with
John Greenwell
Owner of Beef 'O' Brady's
Spring is right around the corner, and craft breweries will be sending out the specialty brews that help bring to life the change of seasons. If you enjoy a milder flavor with a fruity or floral tone, then you will enjoy most of the spring and summer beers. In fact, there are some great seasonal IPAs that always get people excited about the arrival of warmer weather. Here are two of our favorites. Bell’s Hopslam Ale - Starting with six different hop varieties added to the brew kettle and culminating with a massive dryhop addition of Simcoe hops, this craft beer possesses the most complex hopping schedule in the Bell’s repertoire. Selected specifically because of their aromatic qualities, these Pacific Northwest varieties contribute a pungent blend of grapefruit, stone fruit and floral notes. A generous malt bill and a solid dollop of honey provide just enough body to keep the balance in check, resulting in a remarkably drinkable rendition of the Double India Pale Ale style. Sun King Fistful of Hops (Blue) - The key to most Sun King beers is their perfect balance of flavors, a quality that has resulted in a litany of awards for the brewery. Fistful of Hops is the quarterly series of IPAs brewed by Sun King, each of which uses the same malt base. They balance that base against a seasonal “fistful of hops” - each time a different variety. For the first Fistful release of 2016, Centennial, Chinook and Waimea hops converge to create a wonderful balance of floral, citrus and pine flavors, resulting in a delicious craft beer. Also, St. Patrick’s Day is March 17. It’s always our favorite day of the year here at Beef ‘O’ Brady’s. We will be running a special menu that includes some of our Irish favorites. Rest assured our corn beef and cabbage and green beer will hit the spot. We look forward to seeing you.
Legends (IRiver City Recreation) 1050 S. Weinbach Ave. 812-476-7444
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Leroy’s Tavern 2659 Mt. Vernon Ave. 812-464-8300 Lyle’s Sportszone 1404 E. Morgan Ave. 812-425-7729 Main Street Comedy Pub 217 Main St. 812-453-7636
St. Phillips Inn 11200 Upper Mt. Vernon Rd. 812-985-5558
FOOD RESTAURANT GUIDE
Marigold Bar 2112 S. Weinbach Ave. 812-475-8780
Sportsman’s Billiards & Grille 2315 W. Franklin St. 812-422-0801
Nisbit Inn 6701 Nisbit Rd. 812-963-9305
Stockwell Inn 4001 E. Eichel Ave. 812-476-2384
O’Brian’s Sports Bar & Grill 1801 N. Green River Rd. 812-401-4630
Taylor’s Tavern 2509 W. Parrish Ave. Owensboro, KY 270-683-5577
Old Chicago 6550 E. Lloyd Expwy. 812-401-1400
Tiki Time Bar & Grill 1801 Waterworks Rd. 812-425-1912
Peephole Bar & Grill 201 Main St. 812-423-5171
Tin Man Brewing Co. 1430 W. Franklin St. 812-618-3227
Piston’s Bar & Grill 2131 W. Franklin St. 812-401-1699
TJ’s Stockyard Inn 1217 Baker Ave. 812-402-9273
Rick’s 718 Bar & Grill 718 3rd Ave. 812-423-0872
Toast 1550 Mesker Park Dr. 812-909-2320
Rick’s Sports Bar 1531 S. Green River Rd. 812-477-4088 Ri Ra Irish Pub (District @ Tropicana) 701 N.W. Riverside Dr. 812-426-0000
Turoni’s Pizzery & Brewery 408 N. Main St. 812-424-9871
Red Lobster 4605 Bellemeade Ave. 812-477-9227
Turoni’s Forget-Me-Not Inn 4 N. Weinbach Ave. 812-477-7500
Tin Fish 300 W. Jennings St. Newburgh, IN 812-490-7000
Riverbend Food Factory 713 N. Green St. Henderson, KY 270-827-2206
Turoni’s Pizza 8011 Bell Oaks Rd. Newburgh, IN 812-490-5555
Roca Bar South 1618 S. Kentucky Ave. 812-422-7782
Yellow Tavern 521 Church St. New Harmony, IN 812-682-3303
Roca Bar North 12301 Hwy. 41 N. 812-868-8898
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Rookie’s Sports Bar 117 Second St. Henderson, KY 270-826-1106
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SEAFOOD
Bonefish Grill 6401 E. Lloyd Expwy. 812-401-3474 Harbor Bay 4428 N. First Ave. 812-423-0050 Lure Seafood & Grill 401 W. 2nd St. Owensboro, KY 270-686-8202 Madeleine’s 423 S.E. 2nd St. 812-491-8611 Par-K Seafood 757 S. Green River Rd. 812-401-5222
SPANISH
Eclipse Tapas Bar & Restaurant 113 SE 4th St. 812-463-6040
Haub House 101 E. Haub St. Haubstadt, IN 812-768-6462 Hornet’s Nest 11845 Old Petersburg Rd. 812-867-2386 House of Como 2700 S. Kentucky Ave. 812-422-0572
STEAKHOUSES Cavanaugh’s (Tropicana Evansville) 421 NW Riverside Dr. 812-433-4333 Cork ‘N Cleaver 650 S. Hebron Ave. 812-479-6974 Double D’s 1206 E. Main St. Boonville, IN 812-897-8813
Logan’s Roadhouse (East) 1 N. Burkhardt Rd. 812-471-8403 (West) 5645 Pearl Dr. 812-421-0908 Longhorn Steakhouse 320 N. Green River Rd. 812-473-2400 Madeleine’s 423 SE 2nd St. 812-491-8611
NW Chophouse & Wine Bar 7799 St. Hwy 66 Newburgh, IN 812-853-9500 Outback Steakhouse 7201 Indiana St. 812-474-0005
THAI
Thai Papaya Cuisine 1434 Tutor Ln. 812-477-8424
VIETNAMESE Vietnamese Cuisine 4602 Vogel Rd. 812-491-1884
Smitty’s Italian Steakhouse 2109 W. Franklin St. 812-423-6280 Texas Roadhouse 7900 Eagle Crest Blvd. 812-477-7427 (Owenboro) 943 Moseley Rd. Owensboro, KY 270-689-0086 Western Rib-Eye & Ribs 1401 N. Boeke Rd. 812-476-5405
WINERIES
Mystique Winery 13000 Gore Rd. Lynnville, IN 812-922-5612
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WESTERN KENTUCKY
what’s cookin’
Papa Grande
544 Southtown Blvd. • Owensboro, Kentucky • 270-683-1615
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ust off Frederica on Owensboro’s east side is a colorful gem known as Papa Grande. In May they will celebrate three years of serving mouthwatering familyrecipe-inspired dishes from their native city of Guadalajara in Jalisco, a coastal Mexican state. Hard-working entrepreneur and owner Oscar Umbral was more than happy to share his delectable creations and sit down for a chat after making sure the busy lunch rush went smoothly. The warm, fresh tortilla chips were an excellent vehicle for their spicy, somewhat smoky salsa, and a specialty dip they simply call “white sauce” - a tangy dressing with secret spices, resembling ranch but with a taste I’ve personally never experienced before. The pico de gallo was fresh, a perfect addition to the chile con queso - seasoned ground beef smothered in melted Chihuaha cheese and white queso atop soft corn tortillas. I’m a big dipper, so of course I couldn’t turn down fresh guacamole, prepared swiftly and table-side by Javier, the guacamole master. For the main courses, I chose Pollo Norteño and Carne Asada. The first dish consisted of savory, tender grilled chicken, red peppers,
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Bring your appetite because the portions are huge! Next time, I plan on trying their Tacos de Carnitas (street tacos) and horchata (cinnamon rice milk), and I’d be lying if I said I’d forego drinking another margarita. With everything made fresh daily, a clearly-marked vegetarian (not just rice, beans, and cheese) section, a 12-item kids’ menu, delicious drinks, homemade desserts, and reasonable prices, you’d truly be missing out by not visiting Papa Grande. - Whitney Patterson Hours: Sun-Thurs 10:30 a.m.-9 p.m.; Fri-Sat 10:30 a.m.-10 p.m.
WESTERN KENTUCKY
business spotlight
Southern Charm
Casual is the key at one of Owensboro’s favorite and fairest-priced - clothing boutiques
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outhern Charm co-owner Tracey Culyer has retail in her blood. For years, her parents worked as importer/exporters, dealing in clothing and shoes. When her dad passed, she and brand manager/co-buyer Allen Payne considered opening a boutique, but the timing just wasn’t right. Finally, in November 2014, Southern Charm became a reality when they located the perfect spot on 18th Street in the Old Towne Shopping Center. “It started out to be a casual men’s and women’s clothing store with a southern feel - lots of t-shirts,” Payne explains. “But Tracey said we should concentrate on women’s apparel as she loves shopping and so do many of her friends. So when we opened, it ended up being about 95% women’s [clothing].” Over time, however, the boutique became more inclusive as wordof-mouth, Facebook and Instagram all helped to increase its clientele - and allow for the opening of a second location on Highway 54. With more space, they were able to expand Southern Charm’s appeal. “We were limited on 18th Street, but now we’re going to dive in heavy and dedicate a quarter of the new 54 store to men and launch our Southern Gent line - casual t-shirts, button-downs; nothing fancy or high-priced.” Above all, Culyer and Payne are determined to keep Southern Charm affordable. “We know that for a young woman, single mother or multi-child family, it’s a struggle and that you can’t always go out and buy the newest, hottest thing right away,” Payne says. “We search out the newest trends and try to find a supplier that allows us to offer a fair price.” Southern Charm is located at 113 E. 18th St. and 3811 Hwy 54 in Owensboro. Follow them on Facebook and Instagram. Call for Advertising Information (812) 426-6398 • March 2016
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music spotlight
An Interview with Jenny Beth Willis
Former American Idol finalist talks about her unforgettable reality TV experience and life after elimination any way? And how did the other contestants treat you, especially considering that you were so young? When that season started, there was definitely a lot of talk in the media about Nicki Minaj and Mariah Carey having a feud, but I didn’t really see a whole lot of it. When I was on the show, the judges were all super nice to me, and I never saw any cattiness between any of them. As for the contestants, everyone was in the same boat; everyone was nervous and dealing with the pressures of being on the show. I didn’t experience any meanness from other people. But I didn’t really hang around with a lot of the older contestants - they all went off and did their own thing at night.
Owensboro’s Jenny Beth Willis was all of 17 when she signed up for season 12 of the iconic singing competition. At the time, she had no way of knowing just what an amazing Idol ride was ahead - that her talent would take her all the way to Las Vegas for the live TV round in front of millions of viewers. But the tiny teenager with the big voice was a favorite right from her first audition in Baton Rouge, LA. Post-Idol, Willis has pursued a college degree in the Music City with dreams of becoming a professional singer. Still, she’s not getting ahead of herself. With a support team that includes her mother/ manager Mary Beth and musical mentor, Randy Lanham, Willis is moving ahead cautiously, smartly preparing for whatever life brings her way. Season 12 effectively became the Mariah Carey vs. Nicki Minaj show. Did the infighting between the judges affect you in
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lot better because I’ve become a lot more confident since appearing on the show. Still, I feel like I did my best at the time. Let’s talk Hollywood week and the Las Vegas live TV round. How much pressure did you feel? It was definitely unlike anything I have ever experienced. It was so nerve-racking, because you’re performing in front of all of the other contestants during Hollywood week and you’ve got all these cameras in your face. You really want to prove yourself and show everyone that you deserve to be there. When we got to Las Vegas, I was actually the first person out of the top 40 to perform. The whole time I just kept thinking, ‘This is live on TV - everybody is watching what I’m doing.’ It’s a really strange feeling, and I’ve never felt like that again since. But any time that I get nervous now, I just try to remind myself that if I can do American Idol, I can handle anything.
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Speaking of pressure, did your age help to calm you at all - the fact that you were inexperienced and had nothing to lose? Youth did not help - totally the opposite (laughs). As one of the youngest contestants on the show, it was hard for me to go into that environment. It really made me have to act like an adult. I was mature, but it was still a really intimidating atmosphere. I feel like if I were to do it now, I would do a whole
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Looking back, what was the best feedback you received from the judges and who gave it to you? The best feedback I got happened when I first auditioned in Baton Rouge. That’s when I got the most one-on-one contact with the judges. And I remember that Nicki Minaj told me that she could listen to me sing all day long. And then Randy Jackson told me that I had the purest tone of voice that they had heard all day - he thought I was born to sing. I was really excited after that, and it’s something that I’ll definitely never forget. Was it strange at all to return to daily life after you were eliminated? I missed about three months of school, so it was a really weird transition coming back. But the day I came back, they had a pep rally welcoming me home, so that was really neat. After Idol, I started getting a lot more calls to come and sing at events; I also started doing Friday After Five in Owensboro and sang at ROMP. A lot of those opportunities wouldn’t have happened if it wasn’t for the exposure that Idol gave me. I wouldn’t trade my Idol experience for the world - would do it all again in a heartbeat. Post-Idol you released an EP which included several original songs. Have you always been interested in songwriting? I didn’t write a lot before Idol, but afterwards I started collaborating with my mentor, Randy Lanham. I love doing it, and we make a good songwriting team. I felt like I needed to put something out - not that a ton of people knew who I was, but around the area I thought that fans would like to hear the music. Around that time, I was invited to be on Randy and his brother’s TV show, Lanham Brothers Jamboree, alongside country star Wade Hayes. Wade was impressed by me; he reached out to me and helped me record the EP - even brought in Toby Keith’s band. Randy played on the EP as well. Wade found some songs written by professionals in Nashville, and we also included a few that Randy and I wrote together. It’s a really good representation of who I am and the music I like - I’m very proud of it. You cite Martina McBride as your inspiration to sing. What makes her so special to you? Ever since I was little I can remember listening to her in the car with my mom - I would always sing along to her CDs. I always thought that we had similar voices - she’s tiny like me but can belt really powerful notes. I also just really like the way that she sings - similar to Carrie Underwood. I want to be a powerhouse singer like both of them. So, what’s life like for you in Nashville right now? I’m currently studying Music Business at Trevecca Nazarene University. Obviously, I want to be a singer but so do a million other people. If that happens, that’s awesome, but I want to be realistic and have something to fall back on. The plan right now is to go to law school and do entertainment law here in Nashville. But after graduation, I think I’d like to take a year and really pursue my dream of being a singer. We’ll see what happens. For more info, visit jennybethwillis.net.
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Tuesday, March 1
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Western Line Dance 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Largest Line Dance Party in the Tri-State (lesson @ 7pm) 7:00 PM Newburgh American Legion Post #44 -Gregory Scott (open to the public) Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Heath & Molly
-- The Honey Vines 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- East Coast Swing - The Basics 7:00 PM Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Meet Me Halfway Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Ballroom - Waltz to Tango Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Katie Watts Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ / Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 8:30 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Karaoke
Wednesday, March 2
Thursday, March 3
KC’s Corner Pocket -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 4:00 PM Winetree (East) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar)
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9:30 AM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Western Line Dance Class 4:00 PM Winetree (North) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting
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5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Live Irish Music Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 7:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Trivia Night Ford Center -- Women’s Purple Aces vs. Drake Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke Pistons Bar & Grill -- Las Vegas Hunks! Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Terry Lee & The Rockaboogie Band 8:00 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Live Jams Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Comedy Drag
Friday, March 4
1:15 PM Ford Center -- IceMen vs. Tulsa 4:00 PM Winetree (Darmstadt) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Lamasco Bar -- Jive After Five: Mad Women
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in town & around Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- The Honey Vines 7:00 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- All Request Dance Party (lesson @ 8pm) 8:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Devonshires 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Josh Merritt 9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Deja Blu 5 / First Friday w/ featured artist Drew Vieke Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams River City Recreation -- Bowl Your Head Off Special! River City Recreation / Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 9:30 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- Shane Espenlaub 10:00 PM KC’s Corner Pocket -- Jenny’s Bad Hair Day KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Never Been Caught Lamasco Bar -- The Smoke Rings O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Tastes Like Chicken 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Jodie Santana Continental Send Off Show
Saturday, March 5
1:00 PM Ford Center -- Women’s Purple Aces vs. Northern Iowa 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green Duo 7:15 PM Ford Center -- IceMen vs. Tulsa 8:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- The Devonshires 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Moon Dawg 9:00 PM Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band
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Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- No Curfew J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ KC’s Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Music Makes a Difference: Easter Seals Benefit w/ Osiella, Calabash, JEB & Big Ninja Delight Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Jenny’s Bad Hair Day River City Recreation / Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 9:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Smoke Rings Pistons Bar & Grill -- Jason Lee McKinney Band 10:00 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- Greg Burroughs / DJ PITT Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Beginner’s Luck KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Pfreak Show O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Lindsey Williams 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Jodie Santana Continental Send Off Show 11:59 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ Dadi Midnight Dance Party w/ HOT 96
6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Western Couples Dance
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Wednesday, March 9
2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz w/ B-Rich 4:00 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Hustle - Above the Basics 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Bob Minnette’s Swing Cats 5:15 PM Ford Center -- IceMen vs. Wichita 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 8:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Sunday Drag!
Monday, March 7
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Industry Night (bring your coworkers) Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Ballard Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night
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Tuesday, March 8
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Western Line Dance 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Largest Line Dance Party in the Tri-State (lesson @ 7pm) 7:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Honey Roy Band 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Gin & Comic (open mic) J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- The Idgits
KC’s Corner Pocket -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 4:00 PM Winetree (East) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- The Honey Vines 6:15 PM Ford Center -- IceMen vs. Quad City 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- East Coast Swing - The Basics 7:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Paint Night Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Andy Brasher Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Ballroom - Waltz to Tango Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Honey Roy Band 8:00 PM Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ / Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 8:30 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Karaoke
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in town & around The Dance Hall (Henderson) -Intro to Western Line Dance Class 4:00 PM Winetree (North) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:30 PM Old National Events Plaza (The Centre) -- Celebration of Leadership The Dance Hall (Henderson) -ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Live Irish Music Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 7:00 PM Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Honey Roy Band 8:00 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Live Jams Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Comedy Drag
Friday, March 11
4:00 PM Winetree (Darmstadt) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Lamasco Bar -- Jive After Five: Fabulous Rodenberg Boys Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 7:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Whiskey Social @ The Local feat. Hearthfire The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- All Request Dance Party (lesson @ 8pm) 8:00 PM Boogie Nights -- Comedian Ruben Paul Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Groove Factor 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Jenny’s Bad Hair Day 9:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Willshe Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band
Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams River City Recreation -- Bowl Your Head Off Special! River City Recreation / Legends -Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 9:30 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- Dylan Raymond 10:00 PM KC’s Corner Pocket -- The Valcoes Lamasco Bar -- The Kris Lager Band O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- The Relics 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Jayda Mack
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4:00 PM Winetree (Darmstadt) -- Craft and Import Beer Tasting 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green/Matt Clark 7:00 PM Newburgh American Legion Post #44 -- 5-Pack (open to nonmembers) 7:15 PM Ford Center -- IceMen vs. Indy 8:00 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- The Pits: Goodbye to Winter Bash! / DJ PITT Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Groove Factor 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz Lyle’s Sports Zone -- John Hurst 9:00 PM Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- The Vintage Rendition J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Hearthfire (celtic series!) Call for Advertising Information (812) 426-6398 • March 2016
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in town & around River City Recreation / Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 9:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Nocturnal Pistons Bar & Grill -- Bombshell 10:00 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Po Dunk Willies KC’s Corner Pocket -- Andy Brasher KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Moby Dick (from Atlanta) Lamasco Bar -- Calabash O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Josh Merritt Band 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Jayda Mack 11:59 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ Dadi Midnight Dance Party w/ HOT 96
Sunday, March 13
2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz w/ Sidemen Trio 4:00 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Hustle - Above the Basics 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Steve Greenwell Trio 5:15 PM Ford Center -- IceMen vs. Quad City 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Matt Clark 8:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Sunday Drag!
Monday, March 14
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Industry Night (bring your coworkers) Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Ballard Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Western Couples Dance 7:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Caribbean Dance Lesson
Tuesday, March 15
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Wednesday, March 16
KC’s Corner Pocket -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 4:00 PM Winetree (East) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- The Honey Vines 6:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Science w/ a Twist The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- East Coast Swing - The Basics 7:00 PM Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Katie Watts Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Ballroom - Waltz to Tango Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Retro Shock 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- The Wrong Omar (touring musician) Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Ron Hawkins Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ / Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 8:30 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Karaoke
Thursday, March 17
Archie & Clyde’s Restaurant -- St. Patrick’s Day Celebration! J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- St. Patty’s Day Party!
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Leroy’s Tavern -- St. Patty’s Day Celebration! Lyle’s Sports Zone -- St. Patty’s Day Party! 9:30 AM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Western Line Dance Class 4:00 PM Winetree (North) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Jim Staley 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Live Irish Music Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 7:00 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- St. Patty’s Day Team Trivia w/ Coors Light! Bokeh Lounge -- St. Patrick’s Day Trivia Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Kyilindi Bagpipes & Drum Core The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- St. Patrick’s Day Dance Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Retro Shock 8:00 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Live Jams Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke Pistons Bar & Grill -- Tastes Like Chicken Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Static Mojo 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- The Joe Marcinek Band w/ Freekbass & Steve Molitz (of Particle) Ri Ra Irish Pub -- ClusterPluck 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Comedy Drag
Friday, March 18
Old National Events Plaza (The Centre) -EvilleCon 2016 4:00 PM Winetree (Darmstadt) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Lamasco Bar -- Jive After Five: Dogtown Three Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Eunan McIntyre Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 7:00 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- All Request Dance Party (lesson @ 8pm) 8:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -McKenzies Mill
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in town & around 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Matt Sneed 9:00 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- Dance Party w/ DJ PITT Bokeh Lounge -- Caribbean Dance Party Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ KC’s Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams River City Recreation -- Bowl Your Head Off Special! River City Recreation / Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 10:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Jenny’s Bad Hair Day Lamasco Bar -- Fatbox O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Nocturnal 10:30 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Osiella
9:00 PM Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Willshe J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Highland Reign (celtic series) River City Recreation / Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 9:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Mauzy Pistons Bar & Grill -- Tastes Like Chicken 10:00 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- Jordan Davis (of WME) & St. Patty’s Day Bash! / DJ PITT Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Live Music TBA KC’s Corner Pocket -- Jenny’s Bad Hair Day KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- January Noise Lamasco Bar -- Tropidelic O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Blackjack Mulligan 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Bendhova Plenti 11:59 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ Dadi Midnight Dance Party w/ HOT 96
Saturday, March 19
Sunday, March 20
Old National Events Plaza (The Centre) -EvilleCon 2016 10:00 AM Old National Events Plaza (The Centre) -- NPC 2016 Southern IN Muscle 3:00 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Workshop w/ Patricia Lefler 4:00 PM Winetree (North) -- Craft & Import Beer Tasting 5:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Eunan McIntyre 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Matt Clark Duo 7:00 PM Ford Center -- CMT presents: Jennifer Nettles w/ 2016 Next Women of Country Tour Newburgh American Legion Post #44 -- St. Patty’s Day Party w/ Rockin’ Rod (open to the public) Victory Theatre -- Classical Guitar & Beethoven’s Pastorale 8:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -McKenzies Mill 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Live Music TBA
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Old National Events Plaza (The Centre) -EvilleCon 2016 2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz w/ B-Rich 4:00 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Hustle - Above the Basics 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Chapel Park Trio 5:15 PM Ford Center -- IceMen vs. Cincinnati 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Matt Clark 7:30 PM Old National Events Plaza (The Centre) -- ZZ Top 8:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Sunday Drag!
Monday, March 21
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Industry Night (bring
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your coworkers) Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Ballard Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Western Couples Dance
Tuesday, March 22
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Western Line Dance 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Matt Clark 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Largest Line Dance Party in the Tri-State (lesson @ 7pm) 7:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Game Night Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Chapel Park Trio 8:00 PM J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- BK Blues
Wednesday, March 23
KC’s Corner Pocket -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 4:00 PM Winetree (East) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- East Coast Swing - The Basics 7:00 PM Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Wade Baker Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Ballroom - Waltz to Tango Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Chapel Park Trio 8:00 PM Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ / Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 8:30 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Adam Ezra 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Karaoke
Thursday, March 24
9:30 AM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Western Line Dance Class 4:00 PM Winetree (North) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Live Irish Music Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 7:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Comedy Showcase Headliner: Brad Lanning Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Chapel Park Trio 8:00 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Live Jams Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Way Down Wanderers 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Comedy Drag
Friday, March 25 4:00 PM
Winetree (Darmstadt) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Lamasco Bar -- Jive After Five: Fabulous Rodenberg Boys Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 7:00 PM Boogie Nights -- Confederate Railroad The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- All Request Dance Party (lesson @ 8pm) 8:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Jimmy Church Band 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Mudbone 9:00 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- Daniel of The Valentears Bokeh Lounge -- Akacia Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Lindsey Williams River City Recreation -- Bowl Your Head Off
Special! River City Recreation / Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 10:00 PM KC’s Corner Pocket -- Tastes Like Chicken KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Velcro Pygmies Lamasco Bar -- Osiella O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Bombshell 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Skylar Lewinsky Birthday Bash
Saturday, March 26
4:00 PM Winetree (East) -- Craft & Import Beer Tasting feat. special guest Sun King Brewing! 5:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- JC Stone Acoustic Tin Fish -- Live Entertainment 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Matt Clark Duo 7:00 PM Newburgh American Legion Post #44 -- DJ TRobb / Karaoke (open to the public) 8:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Jimmy Church Band 8:30 PM Harbor Bay (North) -- Karaoke w/ DJ Chaz
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in town & around Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Andy Brasher 9:00 PM Charley’s Yellow Rose (Owensboro) -- Rebel Creek Band J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy’s Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Jenny’s Bad Hair Day River City Recreation / Legends -- Karaoke w/ DJ Bruce 9:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- The Pits Pistons Bar & Grill -- Osiella 10:00 PM Backstage Bar & Grill -- Aly’An (from Burgis, KY) / DJ PITT Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Retro Shock KC’s Corner Pocket -- Tastes Like Chicken KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Pandora’s Box (Aerosmith Tribute) Lamasco Bar -- Chelsea Morning O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Never Been Caught 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Lola Palooza 11:59 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- DJ Dadi Midnight Dance Party w/ HOT 96
Sunday, March 27
2:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz w/ Erick Scales Trio 4:00 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Hustle - Above the Basics 5:00 PM Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe -- Troy Miller Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Bob Ballard & Shivaree 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Matt Clark 8:00 PM Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Social Sunday Drag!
Monday, March 28
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Industry Night (bring your coworkers) Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Ballard Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -Sports Night
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6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Western Couples Dance 7:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Mondays Don’t Suck Series w/ Kana Brown - The Beauty Room
Tuesday, March 29
O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Pool 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Western Line Dance 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Matt Clark 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Largest Line Dance Party in the Tri-State (lesson @ 7pm) 7:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Bob Ballard & Shivaree 8:00 PM J’s Sports Bar & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Pub Quiz 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Kyle Bledsoe
Wednesday, March 30
KC’s Corner Pocket -- Free Pool O’Brian’s Sports Bar -- Free Darts 4:00 PM Winetree (East) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- The Honey Vines 6:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- East Coast Swing - The Basics 7:00 PM Kanpai Sushi & Asian Bistro -- Ron Hawkins Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to Ballroom - Waltz to Tango Tropicana Evansville (Hoosiers Lounge) -- Bob Ballard & Shivaree 8:00 PM Enigma Bar & Grill -- DJ / Karaoke Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 8:30 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 10:30 PM Someplace Else -- Karaoke
Thursday, March 31
9:30 AM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- Intro to
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Western Line Dance Class 4:00 PM Winetree (North) -- Free Wine & Spirits Tasting 5:30 PM The Dance Hall (Henderson) -- ZUMBA!! 6:00 PM Ri Ra Irish Pub -- Live Irish Music Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar) -- Bob Green 6:30 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Evansville Tech Group Networking Social 7:00 PM Lyle’s Sports Zone -- Karaoke 8:00 PM Cricket’s (Newburgh) -- Live Jams Lamasco Bar -- Karaoke 9:00 PM KC’s Time Out Lounge & Grill -- DJ & Karaoke 11:30 PM Someplace Else -- Comedy Drag
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Old Salt Union
It’s all about that upright bass: OSU’s Jesse Farrar discusses new EP, the organic process of music-making and more
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ormed in 2012 in Belleville, IL (10 minutes from downtown St. Louis), Old Salt Union is quite unlike any other bluegrass band around. In fact, the five members’ influences cover classical, hip-hop, jam bands, jazz and pop, which goes a long way in explaining how they’ve developed such an unorthodox approach to the one genre that has united them. Over the course of two albums and a ton of live shows, including memorable sets at Lamasco and ROMP, the band has slowly figured out how to make the pieces fit. This musical clarity is fully evidenced on Cut and Run, a new EP out digitally on March 22 (physical version drops March 25). The recording reflects OSU’s constant pursuit of forward progression; it’s the sound of five extremely talented musicians refusing to pander to expectations. With so many varied influences, how difficult was it to get everybody on the same musical page? I don’t know if there was a synergy at first with the band or if there wasn’t, but because it was new to all of us at the time, we weren’t sure what it was supposed to sound like. So what we did was just continue to try and grow with it. And I think just now - we’ve been a band for
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three years or more just now we’ve found our stride with this new EP we’ve got coming out. It was a lot of trial and error, but I think we’ve finally kind of settled into it. We had some good shows initially that let us know we could continue to do this, but from the inside out, it’s just now starting to look and feel the way we anticipated it would feel. It’s been an organic process - whatever happens, happens. Sometimes we sound like the Punch Brothers - sometimes like the Johnson Mountain Boys or Bill Monroe and sometimes it doesn’t sound like anybody; it doesn’t matter. How long have you been playing upright bass? And do you play in a bluegrass style or put your own spin on it? I’ve been playing stand-up bass since I was 13 - started playing music at nine. Everybody in my family played music, so I didn’t really have a choice. I went to Eastern Illinois University as a major in jazz performance - double major in music education. I was a jazz player but hiphop and pop music in general always intrigued
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me. With all of that in mind, I definitely don’t play bluegrass upright bass - that became apparent a couple of years ago when we started getting on these traditional bluegrass festivals. I think I approach it mentally in almost an urban, hip-hop fashion - meanwhile I’m maintaining this jazz approach of playing things that are exciting and kind of more melodic but then putting it right in people’s faces in a hip-hop kind of way, saying, ‘you should focus on this.’ The bluegrass genre has been going strong for a number of years with new bands popping up all the time. How challenging was it for OSU to stand out from the crowd initially? At the time that we formed, we were kind of blind to the new uprising of bluegrass. I know that [the film] O Brother, Where Art Thou? and a lot of things that happened in the early 2000s kind of put bluegrass in popular culture or at least shined some light on it. But when I was asked to join a bluegrass band, I know I was thinking the Johnson Mountain Boys and Hank Williams - that’s what I had in my mind. I didn’t even know about this new resurgence. So, I think that what we did that was different. The first couple songs that I was writing, I wasn’t writing them like the new resurgence of bluegrass - I was kind of writing them in this
fashion that wouldn’t sound like any bluegrass I’d heard before. I think that kind of gave us an edge initially - and the same with all the other writers in the band. So, I don’t think we were even aware of the uphill battle we were fighting at the beginning. But now at this point, we’ve played with all the guys that have been around since 2004/2005, and now I kind of feel like we’re a part of it even though we were latecomers in a way. Talk about the progression of the band from the first album, Western Skies, to the new EP. For the first record, Ryan (Murphey) had just picked up the banjo and Justin (Wallace) had just picked up the mandolin and figured it out. Justin had a stockpile of songs from being in other bands. By the time I joined the band, they already had eight or nine songs that were done. I came in and wrote “Where I Stand” within the first month or two, and we were ready to record within 4 or 5 months. It was sort of a wiping the board clean before starting to write Old Salt Union songs with everybody collaborating. [Our second album] Bridge was our first effort of cooperative ideology. I don’t think we quite figured it out, but we were ready to release new music. We’d been playing a lot of it live, so we wanted to get it out. As a band, we also didn’t really know how to record this kind of music - what sounded best for us. So Bridge was kind of a shot in the dark. For Cut and Run we knew what we wanted, and we’re much better musicians than we were on the previous record. We decided to do it in St. Louis where the studio is easily accessible and we got all the top dogs there that we know to help us out and give it a hometown feel. We didn’t leave any rock unturned. We neglected some things on the previous two records, but we made sure for this one that we put our foot down - this is us saying, ‘Here’s Old Salt Union.’ For tour dates and more info, visit oldsaltunion.com and follow OSU on Facebook.
L-R: Dustin Eiskant, Justin Wallace, Jesse Farrar, Ryan Murphey, John Brighton
Photo courtesy of Jeff Bergman
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Jason Lee McKinney
‘Rock star professor’ returning to Evansville for a raucous set at Piston’s, making headway on national radio
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o one’s quite sure where he finds the time to keep up with all of his creative and intellectual pursuits, but country singer/songwriter Jason Lee McKinney somehow pulls it all off in fine fashion. In truth, the Nashville musician is hard to categorize - and that’s just how he likes it. His early recordings definitely erred on the side of country but with the 2015 release of Play Something You Believe Vol. 1&2, McKinney expanded the sound - or more accurately, left concerns about radio-friendliness behind. True to someone who holds a doctorate, an MBA and BA in Management, it was a smart move. In fact, once he and his bandmates stopped chasing commercial success, the songs poured out, taking on a harder edge both lyrically and musically. Comparisons to Tom Petty and even Led Zeppelin are pretty spot-on, but McKinney still has a soft side as evidenced by the acoustic collection of tracks on Volume 2. It’s clear that while fans love the raw, southern rock/bluesy feel of “Name in a Song” and “Distant Shore,” there’s still plenty of room for the laidback approach of “Barstool Fellowship” and “Company You Keep.” Interestingly, now that McKinney is writing strictly for himself, he’s catching fire on the airwaves. In January, a national radio campaign to the Americana, Texas Red Dirt and Music Row formats began, resulting in regular rotation on 27 stations so far. And on the visual end of things, he recently debuted a video for the aforementioned “Distant Shore,” a black-and-white minimovie of sorts that perfectly captures the grittiness of the track. Meanwhile, Mckinney and his band continue to tour extensively, including several trips to Europe. But on March 5 you can see their incredible live show right here in Evansville at Piston’s. For more info, visit jasonleemckinneyband.com and follow him on Facebook.
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local comedy
Brooke Spitler Pennies from Hell
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n elementary school, when my classmates were collecting Pokemon cards, I was busy collecting something, too - coins. Which led no one to question me when I boasted that my grandma made all my clothes. These are just a couple examples of my many childhood crimes against popularity. Now as an adult my nostalgia for coins, especially American coinage, brings me to ponder the one coin with as much wavering popularity as I had in my K-12 school years. That coin is the penny. It’s debated almost every year as to whether it should stay in circulation. It may be surprising, but I believe they’re a pretty worthless part of our currency. When it’s not illegal for attractions to have a crank machine that smashes a penny into an oblong memento that ultimately ends up in the junk drawer, that’s when the government and its citizens really don’t care about its value. Many people simply throw them away when they receive them back as change! The best example to me is at gas stations where bowls of pennies by the register are there for the taking. That’s just a pile of free money that’s as worthless as the promotional local sports tickets typically located next to them. What’s keeping them around? Simply, the deep rooted nostalgia for pennies keeps them around. It’s as if ridding them from our currency would be akin to giving away a Bible to a thrift store. But take heart, America. If Canada can do it, we can, too!
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arts & activities Mar 5: The Willis Clan The Willis Clan is a family of amazing musicians, dancers, athletes, writers, and artists. Since becoming well known by the show America’s Got Talent, this musical family consisting of 12 children can be found touring the country performing at places like the Grand Ole Opry and recording their TLC show, The Willis Clan. Living near Nashville Tennessee, they merge their Irish roots with other music and dance genres to create a unique blend of the old and new. RiverPark Center: 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, KY / 270-687-2770 / 7pm Mar 8: Celtic Woman - Destiny Tour Global music sensation Celtic Woman presents “Destiny,” an enchanting new show and world concert tour. The 2016 Destiny Tour features music from their brand new album and DVD, Destiny, including timeless Irish traditional and contemporary standards wrapped in the group’s celebrated style. Four sublimely gifted Irish women - three glorious vocalists and a brilliant Celtic violinist - are accompanied by a group of equally talented musicians and dancers whose exceptional skills and high energy bring a fresh fusion to centuries of musical and cultural tradition. This unforgettable live concert experience features all new stage designs, stunning wardrobes and magnificent arrangements with superb choreography. On the heels of their successful 10th Anniversary World Tour that captivated millions of fans, the women of Celtic Woman are ready to begin the next chapter of their musical journey - a true destiny to be shared by all! RiverPark Center: 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, KY / 270-687-2770 / 7pm
Old Post Office Event Center: 100 NW 2nd St. / 812-461-5223 / 6:30pm-11pm Mar 19: CMT presents Jennifer Nettles w/ 2016 Next Women of Country Tour Grammy-winning singer/songwriter Jennifer Nettles will soon rule the road on the “CMT Presents Jennifer Nettles with 2016 Next Women of Country Tour,” and the sought-after ticket will include Brandy Clark and special guests Lindsay Ell and Tara Thompson. The tour is an extension of CMT’s Next Women of Country campaign, an effort that seeks to give more attention and airplay to female country artists. Nettles has racked up over 22 million in worldwide record sales since exploding onto the music scene in 2004, amassing eight #1 hits and countless accolades and awards. She recently embarked as headliner on the “Playing with Fire Tour” with Brandy Clark and Ryan Kinder. She’s also a vocal supporter of females in the industry. For tickets and more info, visit thefordcenter.com. Ford Center: 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd. / 812-422-1515 / 7pm Mar 19: Michael Cavanaugh in Concert - The Music of Billy Joel & More Hand-picked by Billy Joel for the starring role in the Broadway musical, Movin’ Out, Grammy and Tony nominated Michael Cavanaugh won the hearts of audiences and critics. In this tribute to Billy Joel, you’ll hear many of the Piano Man’s biggest hits including “She’s Got a Way,” “New York State of Mind,” “Uptown Girl” and “Just the Way you Are.” RiverPark Center: 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, KY / 270-687-2770 / 7pm
Mar 12: Echoes from the Front Porch
Mar 19: Classical Guitar & Beethoven’s Pastorale
A Bob Park Original Production, the fifth play by local playwright/ storyteller/musician and retired educator Bob Park brings together some of the beloved characters from his “Taffy” trilogy and “Park Ridge Road” to the McCormick Hall stage for an evening of music and laughter. Tickets: $22 for all seats. For tickets and more info, visit haaa.org. Henderson Fine Arts Center: 2660 S. Green St. / Henderson, KY / 7pm
Croatian classical guitar virtuoso Ana Vidovic returns to Evansville to perform the lush and lyrical Guitar Concerto No. 1 by CastelnuovoTedesco. The concert also includes William Bolcom’s 20th century parody of the classical style and Beethoven’s “Pastoral” Symphony No. 6, a poetic depiction of the beauty and power of nature. For tickets, visit evansvillephilharmonic.org. Victory Theatre: 600 Main St. / 812-422-1515 / 7:30pm
Mar 16: Coffee Hour Lecture w/ Speaker Corinna McClanahan Schroeder Author of the poetry collection Inked, and winner of the 2014 X. J. Kennedy Poetry Prize, McClanahan appears in such journals as “Shenandoah,” “The Gettysburg Review,” “Tampa Review,” “Poet Lore,” and “Blackbird.” University of Evansville, Melvin Peterson Gallery: 1800 Lincoln Ave. / 4pm Mar 18: Toast to the Arts Join in the 25th anniversary of the Society of Arts and Humanities with celebration, silent and live auctions, and more.
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Mar 20: ZZ Top ZZ Top, aka “That Little Ol’ Band From Texas,” lay undisputed claim to being the longest running major rock band with original personnel intact and, in 2004, the Texas trio was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Of course, there are only three of them - Billy F Gibbons, Dusty Hill, Frank Beard - but it’s still a remarkable achievement that they’re still very much together after almost 45 years of rock, blues, and boogie on the road and in the studio. With the release of each of their albums, the band has explored new ground in terms of both their sonic approach and the material they’ve recorded. ZZ Top is the same but always changing. ZZ Top’s music is always instantly recognizable, eminently powerful, profoundly soulful and 100% Texas American in derivation. The band’s support for the
arts & activities blues is unwavering both as interpreters of the music and preservers of its legacy. They have sold millions of records over the course of their career, have been officially designated as Heroes of The State of Texas, have been referenced in countless cartoons and sitcoms and are true rock icons but, against all odds, they’re really just doing what they’ve always done. They’re real and they’re surreal and they’re ZZ Top. For tickets, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com. Old National Events Plaza: 715 Locust St. / 812-435-5770 / 7:30pm Mar 31: Big Daddy Weave Beautiful Offerings Tour The Owensboro Convention Center is excited to announce the Big Daddy Weave “Beautiful Offerings Tour” along with special guests Plumb and Jordan Feliz. The first single from Big Daddy Weave’s most recent album, Beautiful Offerings, “My Story” became the fifth consecutive BDW track to reach the top of the Christian music radio charts. The “Beautiful Offerings Tour” celebrates that having been redeemed and made beautiful by God, our lives and worship are offerings to Him. The night features performances of the artists’ radio favorites during the first part of the evening, followed by all of the artists leading worship together. Owensboro Convention Center: 501 W. 2nd St. / Owensboro, KY / 270-687-8800 / 7pm Apr 1: Little Rembrandts “Watercolor Rain Drops” Cherish those creative moments with your little Rembrandts at John James Audubon Museum. Art classes will meet once a month on Friday, with a variety of themes and lots of art materials. Dress for a mess and discover the world of Art with Miss Kim. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Pre-registration is required. John James Audubon State Park: 3100 US 41 N., Henderson, KY / 10:30am Apr 2: Jazz, Shoes & Blues This is an exciting night of jazz, blues, fine dining, and sporting your favorite pair of shoes. Displays of encased shoes of individuals who are homeless with a brief story of where those shoes have been will be featured. There also will be glass art shoes displayed on tables. Dinner will be catered by Acropolis. Old National Bank Atrium: 1 Main St. / 812-483-0160 / 5:30pm Apr 2-3: Piano Men: The Music of Elton & Billy Guest pianist Joe Bucher and his four-piece pop group join the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra to pay tribute to the amazing music of Billy Joel and Elton John. Beautiful orchestrations accompany him as he sings classic hits like “Tiny Dancer,” “Goodbye Yellow Brick Road,” “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” and “New York State of Mind.” For tickets, visit evansvillephilharmonic.org or call 812-425-5050. Victory Theatre: 600 Main St. / 812-422-1515 / Sat, 4/2 (7pm); Sun, 4/3 (2pm)
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Ask the Pastor
with Kevin Fleming of First Presbyterian Church
Q:
Should a person who believes in God also believe in ghosts, aliens and other phenomena?
LOBECK’S LOWDOWN
“Believe” is a strong and powerful word. To “believe” in something is to place one’s trust, reliance, even dependence on another. Trust, reliance - even faith - is something that should be placed in another only after long, thoughtful (and I would add, prayerful) consideration. Ultimately, for people of faith, faith is placed in God first and foremost. Other trust relationships find their place after that. Placing one’s trust, reliance - even faith in ghosts, aliens, and other unexplained phenomena seems a bit of a stretch. However, part of our nature as temporal human beings is that we seem to be filled with wonder. We are fascinated by the unknown, the unidentified, the mysterious. That kind of fascination is the beginning of discovery. After all, there was a time when everyone thought the earth was flat, which inspired theorizing and discovery. Being filled with wonder, possessing an inquisitive mind, giving one’s energy to discovery seems to be one of our great capacities as human beings. It is a capacity, I believe, that was given to us by God. When we use it to discover what was previously unknown, I believe God delights. Trust, reliance - even faith - is best placed in God. But how much greater is faith filled with wonder. First Presbyterian Church is located at 609 SE 2nd St. / 812-423-6297.
Monthly musings on music, movies and pop culture
Schadenfreude If you’re anything like me, sometimes you get a sense that something is a little off. Maybe it’s this bizarre presidential race, or maybe it’s the way a worldwide social media network almost crashed recently under the weight of a former stripper’s comments about a certain rapper’s bedroom preferences. This is what we care about? These are the important events of the day? How did we get to this place? I was watching one of those 30 for 30 ESPN documentaries called “June 17th, 1994.” For those of you that may not know, that was the day of the infamous O.J. Simpson police chase. I was 12 when this happened and watched it live with my parents. The documentary focused on the media coverage of the events that took place from the day of the murders, up through the chase itself. Revisiting this for the first time as an adult, I started to see this as a possible turning point in our culture. Yes, we have always been a society fixated on celebrity. Somehow though, this was different. On that day in 1994, we decided that this retired athlete’s low-speed chase was the single most important issue we faced as a nation. How many other crimes happened in the U.S. that day? How many other desperate, non-celebrities had a gun to their head as the media broadcast O.J. whining and mumbling to the cops? In one memorable shot from a news copter, you see all the other copters off to the side. It looked like some kind of invasion by air was taking place. In reality, it was just the media chasing an old ballplayer. The Simpson police chase, and the trial that followed, ranked number three on a Nielson survey for the highest-rated, most impactful television moments in history. It was barely beaten by coverage of Katrina and 9/11. Do you see the problem here? I believe this was the turning point. The media is about money, and nothing else. The higher the ratings, the higher the profits. When Simpson’s ratings came in, the formula fell into place. Those events made it clear that we didn’t want our celebrity scandals relegated to the checkout line tabloids. We were fed up with boring news stories about serious, meaningful issues. We want to be entertained, constantly. We wanted escapism. We demanded voyeurism. Looking back after 22 years, I’d say we got exactly what we asked for. So, are we still happy with our choice? J. Robert Lobeck
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W o r d s from
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Musgrave a GOP rogue but a proven winner
omeone asked me the other day if Evansville “has a decent music scene.” I responded with, “Surprisingly, yes. It’s a small pond with a lot of fish. We have a lot of great cover bands, and that’s what most of the general population wants to hear, but we also have a niche of fantastic original bands - we just don’t have many venues that host them.” I love both. It’s always interesting to hear the spin a band or artist makes on a cover song - sometimes I like it better than the original. If I wanted to hear an exact replica of the song, I would listen to the radio or the album itself. But for me, one of the best experiences in the world is stumbling across an unsigned band with original music and truly falling in love with it. It feels pure, like untouched snow, and intimate, because the whole world hasn’t heard it five million times. And I cannot imagine, in this climate of pop drivel, in our neck of the woods, that it’s easy to break into the scene with your own songs. It takes guts to share your art, but for the love of whatever, please do. All of those national acts that people pay $150 per ticket to see at the Ford Center started out like this, and while you may never make it into packed arenas, your creations may speak to one person and change their life. Or people may hate it, but screw them. Art is cathartic and subjective. Take chances and don’t let anyone tell you that your dreams are impossible or that you should be doing something more conventional. There are plenty of content sheep in the world, but you’re the only one who knows what you’re capable of and what regrets you don’t want to carry with you to the grave. To the so-called music lovers - get your asses to an indie show. Expand your freaking horizons. Spend $3-$5 to get in, soak up unknown talent, buy a damn CD, and tell your friends. No worries - you can still afford your 20th Jason Aldean concert. “I believe musicians have a duty, a responsibility to reach out, to share your love or pain with others.” -James Taylor Signed, Whitney Patterson - lurky local fangirl
Tri-State Politics
The Evansville GOP establishment might have picked the wrong foe to tangle with in the likes of Cheryl Musgrave. Musgrave, who some thought would run as an independent for mayor, is now running in a contested Republican primary against Alex Schmitt for county commissioner. Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke has endorsed Schmitt. But what the establishment has done is underestimate Musgrave and her political skills. She’s a fighter. And she’s a winner. Musgrave was first elected to public office in 1994 as Vanderburgh County Assessor. In 2004, she ran for County Commissioner and defeated David Mosby. The Mosbys are a fixture in the Evansville political scene. During her term as County Commissioner, Governor Mitch Daniels appointed her as Commissioner of the State Department of Local Government Finance. In a lot of ways, Musgrave reflects Daniel’s pragmatic style of leadership. Musgrave’s only hiccup was when she ran for state representative in the mostly Democratic District 77. But despite Republicans being heavily outnumbered, she still only lost by 2% of the vote. Look for Musgrave to defeat Schmitt in the primary and force the GOP establishment to support her in the general election. The views and opinions expressed in the article are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of News4U.
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community & family Mar 4-6: Owensboro Home & Garden Show The Home Builders Association of Owensboro is looking forward to shaking-off the cold of winter and helping homeowners plan their spring and summer projects. Over 40,00 square feet of exhibitors showing the newest innovations in home design and remodeling ideas. The 2016 show will feature outdoor living displays and a bathroom remodel giveaway. For more info, visit owensborocenter.com or contact the Home Builders Association of Owensboro. Owensboro Convention Center: 501 W. 2nd St. / 812-270-687-8800 Mar 4, 11, 18, 25: Friday Story Time Every Friday morning is story time in Barnes & Noble, Jr. Bring the little ones for a fun reading adventure that keeps them thoroughly entertained. Barnes & Noble: 624 S. Green River Rd. / 812-475-1054 / 10am Mar 5: Aurora’s Annual Trivia Tonight Competition How far is the moon from the earth? How many glasses of milk does one cow produce on average in her lifetime? What was the first commercially manufactured breakfast cereal? How many years has Aurora held its Trivia Tonight competition? You can find out the answers to these questions and more on March 5. You can prove once and for all that your company has the brightest and best when you go head to head with other local companies and individuals who also have a generous and fun spirit. This fun and friendly competition will make a huge impact raising the funds needed to continue Aurora’s mission to prevent and end homelessness for individuals and families in our community. This year’s event will include team trivia play, dinner, silent auction and a social hour. To get your ticket or to reserve your table please RSVP by calling 812-428-3246 or emailing sgesser@auroraevansville.org. Evansville Country Club: 3810 Stringtown Rd. Mar 5: Mark Nizer 4D Don’t miss the combination of original
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comedy, world class juggling, movement, music and technology that promises a spellbinding evening. Whether juggling laser beams at 1000 RPMs or five ping pong balls being thrown 20 feet in the air using only his mouth, or even juggling a burning propane tank, running electric carving knife and a 16-pound bowling ball, you’ll discover for yourself that Mark Nizer truly is “the juggler your mother warned you about.” Or if she didn’t, she should have! RiverPark Center: 101 Daviess St., Owensboro, KY / 270-687-2770 / 2pm Mar 5: Uncorked This year’s event will feature the World Tour of Wine Tasting, food sampling from various local restaurants, silent auction table, vendors with wine related craft and art items, live music, and more. VIP starts at 5:30pm and includes early admission to the event, a wine toast at 5:30pm, Immersive Theater Experience, and an appreciation gift. Evansville Museum: 411 SE Riverside Dr. / 812-425-2406 / 7pm
Mar 5, 12, 19, 26: Saturday Story Time Every Saturday afternoon is a special story time in Barnes & Noble, Jr. Bring the little ones for a laughter-filled event complete with a story, treats and a craft. Barnes & Noble: 624 S. Green River Rd. / 812-475-1054 / 3pm
community & family Mar 10: Celebration of Leadership Celebration of Leadership is a process and an annual event whereby Leadership Evansville publicly seeks out and honors individuals, organizations, projects, and businesses that make significant, collaborative contributions to our community. For tickets, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com. Old National Events Plaza: 715 Locust St. / 812-435-5770 / 5:30pm Mar 11-13: Youth 2000 Youth 2000 is a Eucharistic Centered Retreat which leads young people to a personal encounter with Jesus Christ and to love and proclaim the Gospel message throughout their lives. For more info, contact the Office of Youth Ministry - Diocese of Owensboro at 270-683-1545. For times, visit owensborocenter.com. Owensboro Convention Center: 501 W 2nd St. / 812-270-687-8800 Mar 12: Shake Your Booty 2016 Colorectal Cancer Awareness Event Shake Your Booty while you celebrate Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month. Join Colon Screening For Life for a 50’s and 60’s Tribute Show featuring the Van Dells! Enjoy a buffet, cash bar, door prizes, photo booth, dancing and plenty of family fun as they raise awareness for the fight to end colorectal cancer and to honor colon cancer survivors! For tickets and more info, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com. Old National Events Plaza / 715 Locust St. / 812-435-5770 / 6pm
kids activities. From early Native American origins to the present, the event honors centuries of Indiana farming. Visitors will learn the value of companion planting from the ancients, sample made from scratch fare, enjoy a Farmer Magic Show, hop on a hayride for guided mounds tour, and so much more. Cost is $5 per person. Angel Mounds: 8215 Pollack Ave. / 812853-3956 / 9am-5pm Mar 13: First Annual New Harmony Wedding Show The Wedding Show will run from 10am4pm. The agenda of the day will consist of Wedding Planning 101, Bon Appétit!, The Magic of Color, Cheers!, and multiple drawings & giveaways. There is still room for more wedding vendors. For information about this unique show and how to participate, contact Leah@ eliteescapestravel.com. Rapp-Owen Granary/New Harmony Inn Resort Conference Center: New Harmony, IN Mar 13: A Night of Stars & Style - SMILE on Down Syndrome Enjoy an evening of local celebrities paired with SMILE on Down Syndrome selfadvocates for a runway show of fashions by Dillard’s. Evening includes a silent auction as well. Proceeds benefit SMILE on Down Syndrome. Adults: $15, Kids 3-12: $8, 2 and under: Free. Contact nikki@ smileondownsyndrome.org to reserve seating. Eastland Mall Food Court: 800 N. Green River Rd. / 7pm-9pm
Mar 12: St. Practice Day 5K Get warmed up for this year’s Run of Luck 7k with the St. Practice Day 5K. Cost to register is $10 per person and all participants will receive a commemorative pint glass. For more info, visit riseupandrun.com. Ri Ra Irish Pub: 701 NW Riverside Dr. Mar 12-13: Spring Farm Fest Celebrate Hoosier roots at a birthplace of Indiana farming. Spring Farm Fest kicks off the planting season with a fun-filled weekend of crafts, demonstrations, and Call for Advertising Information (812) 426-6398 • March 2016
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community & family Mar 13: Big Bingo & Big Auction The Evansville Catholic inter-parochial high schools’ Big Bingo and Big Auction is the largest “fun-raising” event for Memorial and Mater Dei. It includes 20 games of Big Bingo, 2 Big Auctions, 6 Giant Half Pots, Pull Tabs, dinner, dessert, complimentary beverages and snacks all evening and Irish entertainment! Join the other 1,000 plus people who attend this year and enjoy the Luck of the Irish! For tickets and more info, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com. Old National Events Plaza: 715 Locust St. / 812-435-5770 / 3:30pm
It’s fun for the whole family, kids and adults alike! To purchases badges and for more info, including times, visit evillecon.com or facebook.com/EvilleConAnimeConvention. Old National Events Plaza: 715 Locust St. / 812-435-5770 Mar 19: Run of Luck 7K Evansville’s original St. Patrick’s Day race returns to downtown as part of the large three-day celebration at Ri Ra Irish Pub. Don’t miss out on this unique community running event. Be sure to wear your best St. Patty’s Day green. Pre-registration is $25 with a choice of green or blue long-sleeved race shirt. For more info, visit riseupandrun.com. Ri Ra Irish Pub: 701 NW Riverside Dr. / 9am
Mar 20: First Presbyterian Church Annual Bake Sale This yearly fundraiser for First Presbyterian Church is a great way to show your support and enjoy delicious treats at the same time. Come out and enjoy some amazing baked goods! For more info, visit firstpresevansville. com. First Presbyterian Church: 609 SE 2nd St. Mar 21-25: Destination: Discovery Spring Break Day Camp Mar 18-20: EvilleCon 2016 - Year of the Monkey Evansville’s own Japanese anime convention, EvilleCon, returns for 2016. EvilleCon has events, panels, special celebrity guests, and more to satisfy all of your anime needs. Special guests for 2016 include Bryce Papenbrook, Synchro-Hearts - Kyle Mathis and Malinda Mathis, and Shane Moore!
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At Destination Discovery, campers will spend Spring Break exploring Evansville’s most premier day camp destinations: Angel Mounds State Historic Site; Children’s Museum of Evansville; Evansville Museum of Arts, History and Science; Mesker Park Zoo & Botanic Gardens; and Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve. Registration includes free t-shirt and snacks. Cost is $150 for nonmembers; $135 for members of any host
community & family organization. Multiple registration discount of $15 for each additional child. Early drop-off and late pick-up options available; extended care available for an additional $25. Various Locations / 812-853-3956
April 1-2: Rethinking Autism Conference This second annual conference will bring together hundreds of voices as a passionate statewide network to inspire hope and ignite change about autism. For more info, visit optimalrhythms.org. Holiday Inn Evansville Airport: 7101 US 41 N. / 812-491-9401 Apr 3: Posey County’s Bowl for Kids’ Sake When you participate in Bowl for Kids’ Sake, you have the power to change lives for the better, forever. The Big Brothers Big Sisters organization depends on the money raised from Bowl for Kids’ Sake to carry out the work of carefully matching children with caring adult mentors and providing ongoing support to the child, volunteer mentor and child’s family. Today you can Register or Donate to our efforts to change the life of a child forever! Call for start time. Posey Lanes: 6401 Lower New Harmony Rd., Mount Vernon, IN
Apr 1: Relay for Life In May 1985, Dr. Gordy Klatt walked and ran for 24 hours around a track in Tacoma, Washington, ultimately raising $27,000 to help the American Cancer Society fight the nation’s biggest health concern: cancer. A year later, 340 supporters joined the overnight event. Since those first steps, the Relay For Life movement has grown into a worldwide phenomenon, raising nearly $5 billion to fight cancer. Come take part in the amazing experience known as Relay for Life, an organized, overnight community fundraising walk that changes lives. For more info, call 812-475-9486 or contact savanna.rayner@cancer.org. USI: 8600 University Blvd. / 6pm
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arts beer & reviews activities Aloha Koko
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Sixpoint Crisp
Daniel Knight • 3.5 Koko Brown is an American Brown Ale and includes toasted coconut in the brewing process. Koko pours up clear, medium dark brown and generates a pretty one finger head that slowly fades but hangs around as you enjoy it. Its nose is of roasted malt, nuts, maybe some coconut (am I imagining that?) and what comes off to me as a booziness. That’s a little odd since it’s only 5.5 ABV. The taste mimics the aroma but has a more discernible coconut slant and includes notes of toffee and sweetness and some subtle vanilla. The mouthfeel is smooth and carbonation moderate, making this one a drinkable brew.
Daniel Knight • 3 This one comes in a pint bottle. No argument here. It’s a St. Louis-brewed Imperial (or Double) IPA and comes in at 8% ABV. It pours up a hazy, orange color with a one-finger, light khaki-colored head. It leaves a bit of lacing. The nose is as expected, of citrus and pine with some breadiness. The taste has a likable hop character up front that presents some sweetness followed by a less than expected bit of bitterness. There’s some floral and grassy notes on the finish as well. As a whole, this brew tastes more like an IPA than a DIPA. I liked it but won’t likely choose it again with so many other great options.
Paul Bragin • 3 This ale has a deep brown color that could almost pass for black. The nose contains a lot of malt notes as well as generous amounts of coconut used in the brewing process. The malt and coconut flavors remain when drinking the beer. This might be a good introduction for people who are new to craft beer. Pair it with barbecue, Thai curry or possibly serve it along with a dessert using coconut.
Paul Bragin • 4 A thick white head forms on this golden India Pale Ale. The scent boasts a significant amount of hops, with pine notes coming through in the beginning. The hop notes continue with the first sip of the beer, with more citrus hops notes in the taste as well as the pine. This is very drinkable for a double IPA. Pair it with a spicy dish like chicken enchiladas or a Stilton blue cheese.
Daniel Knight • 4 Sixpoint is one of my favorite breweries. Crisp is a German Pilsner style. It’s clear golden yellow in color and has a moderate amount of carbonation. It pours up with a thin white head that quickly dissipates and leaves a bit of lacing on its way down. The aroma is mildly sweet from the malts and most certainly includes more hops than any traditional pilsner. There are some herbal notes along with a touch of citrus as well. The flavor is of grain and malts upfront and a dry pilsner taste in the finish. It’s especially refreshing and drinkable and since it finishes with more hops than most pilsners, I like it more than most.
Jabez Martinez • 5 This is a dark beer with great flavor. I could taste the coffee and chocolate flavors, but it says it’s brewed with coconut which I didn’t really taste. Frankly, I love this beer just on the flavors it has. And even though it’s pretty dark, it’s not thick; in fact, it’s very easy to drink. This one’s been hard to find in Evansville but I’ll stock up the next time I come across it.
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Jabez Martinez • 4.5 This is a slightly darker/golden beer. This is about the best IPA that I have had; maybe they are finally growing on me. It does have the aggressive hops and pine flavors, but it doesn’t overpower your taste buds. I like the fact that the bitterness vanishes rather quickly so you can enjoy your next drink. And I especially like the pint bottle. I wish all beers were packaged like this.
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Paul Bragin • 4.25 A thick white head tops this straw colored beer and never completely disappears. A decent hop presence dominates the scent profile, with some malt scent, too. The taste begins with some malt notes and switches to hop flavors in the finish. This is a very solid beer and will definitely be a great go-to choice during the summer months. This one would serve as an excellent way to introduce someone to craft beer. Jabez Martinez • 3.5 This is a bright golden/orange beer. I could smell the malts and true to its name, it’s crisp - but overall, it’s just a little light on the flavors, though I could taste some citrus. It’s a little better than ok but nothing as super as some of the other Sixpoint offerings that I really like.
arts beer & reviews activities Sam Adams Cold Snap
Daniel Knight • 3.5 Cold Snap is a Witbier. Think Blue Moon or Shock Top but better in my opinion. It pours up with a short white head that quickly settles to a dense collar around the edge. The beer is very cloudy and murky yellow in color and has the expected active carbonation of its style. Its aroma is of oranges, coriander, and breadiness, with lemon and subtle grassy hop notes. The taste parallels the aroma with spices, orange and coriander. Although certainly not my favorite style of beer, I feel Sam Adams did a pretty good job with it.
Paul Bragin • 3.75 A thick white head rests on this unfiltered wheat beer when poured into a wheat beer glass. Fruit and spices used in the brewing contribute to the scent profile. The fruit and spices remain while sipping the beer, with classic wheat beer flavors also present. This seems heavier than standard wheat beers, but it’s a good choice for cooler weather. Pair it with spicy food like quesadillas or enchiladas to complement flavors or a cheesesteak to contrast them. Jabez Martinez • 4.5 This is a nice, hazy yellow beer that’s similar to a Blue Moon but better. It has a light, sweet citrus aroma and a taste to match. I could also detect some light flavors of coriander and orange peel. I could drink this beer all year, but unfortunately it’s a seasonal. I’d say that’s the only drawback.
Blue Moon First Peach Ale
Andrew Dyson • 4 After pouring this amber colored beer into my glass, I can’t help but smell peach right away. Once it sits for a second, the dry and tart tones begin to come out from underneath that initial sweet peach taste. This was the first time I tasted a peach ale, and my expectations were high. It did not disappoint. Overall, this is a refreshing ale that’s perfect for the coming spring; it would go great with a light, fresh meal or even some vanilla ice cream. I would definitely recommend this for people looking to add some flavor to their beer selection.
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MOVIE REVIEW Where was St. Patrick Born? a. Britain b. Ireland c. Africa d. France
13 Hours (R) Paramount Pictures
13 Hours begins by giving a brief synopsis of what has occurred in Libya up to that point. This includes the overthrow and eventual killing of Libya’s former leader, Muammar Gaddafi. In the movie’s first scene, we’re introduced to Jack, a CIA contractor, reporting to his next assignment in Benghazi. His arrival takes place a few weeks before the attacks occur. Even though his arrival is weeks before the attack, it’s clear that Jack and his fellow contractors can be attacked at any time. The movie uses haunting music and slows down other scenes to give the audience the feeling that they are actually there and in the dark as to who the enemy is.
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Benghazi. The city became worldwide news after Islamic militants, on September 11, 2012, raided two American compounds which resulted in the deaths of four Americans, including the ambassador. Benghazi also became a focal point during the 2012 presidential election. 13 Hours tells the backstory of Benghazi. And it hits a home run. The movie doesn’t get into the political propaganda that dominated cable news afterwards. Instead, it tells the story of the events as they occurred before and up to the attacks. Being apolitical was the right move as it would have taken away from the actual events as they were occurring.
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Like Apollo 13 and Zero Dark Thirty, 13 Hours will keep you at the edge of your seat even though the outcome is already decided. The fight scenes are intense. It doesn’t portray the CIA contractors as John Waynes. Instead, they are portrayed as regular, everyday people assigned to perform a mission ala Saving Private Ryan. There are scenes showing Jack and his contractors talking to their families, yearning to come home. Directed by Michael Bay, 13 Hours is a heart-stopping, action-packed thriller. It will make you root for America and agonize over its sufferings. This movie is definitely worth your time and money, and it will not disappoint. - Bryan Fox
DVD R EVIEWS Gloria (R) Picturehouse
Based on the life of politically outspoken Mexican pop star Gloria Trevi (Sofia Espinosa), the biopic maps a desperate climb to stardom. After arriving in Brazil at the tender age of 12 to foster a career as a singer/ songwriter/ composer, she’s offered a spot in an all-girl band by washed-out producer Sergio Andrade (Marco Perez, Trade). With an unmatchable eagerness and allegiance to Andrade, despite his abuse and penchant for underage girls, she quickly rises above the rest and explodes onto the Latin music scene. With each successful tour, it becomes clear that Gloria is Andrade’s tool to regain fame and afford himself the lecherous pleasures he deems “unconventional,” housing a traveling compound of minors and fathering multiple children. When one former clan member speaks out, authorities turn their attention to not only Andrade, but also Trevi as an accomplice to multiple counts of kidnap and statutory rape. A gritty yet glittery view into the price of fame and desperation for love, Gloria is sometimes long-winded and patchy, but Espinosa gives a vibrant and authentic performance, embodying Trevi’s vulgar and unapologetic yet bubbly and lovable personality. Additionally, first-time Swiss director Christian Keller now has a crude gem up his sleeve; it’s energetic and worth the subtitles.
The Veil (R)
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Oh, boy. It probably should have been titled Not Another Cult Flick, a copy-and-paste of Jonestown with some chemically-induced supernatural effects. The sole survivor of the mass suicide at Heaven’s Veil (a cult with hundreds of members), Sarah Hope (Lily Rabe, American Horror Story), agrees to revisit the compound for the first time in 25 years for the sake of a documentary. Siblings Maggie (Jessica Alba) and Christian (Jack De Sena) are making the documentary to better understand the suicide of their father, the primary FBI agent on the scene. On a lackluster hunt for missing tapes and reels, things start to get spooky and the crew’s behavior becomes increasingly strange, and as bits and pieces of Sarah’s childhood start to come back, it’s obvious that Maggie isn’t the only one who wanted her back on the compound. Even with some legit jumpy scenes and decent cinematography, it’s hard to get past Thomas Jane’s (The Punisher) over-the-top, cheese-fest portrayal of Jim Jacobs, the cult leader. Rabe does well as Sarah, but her characterization feels the same in nearly every role she takes, and it’s clear that horror is new to director Phil Joanou. Pure Hollywood turn-and-burn, it wasn’t completely horrible but also... not very good. Yawn. I’d recommend The Sacrament instead. - Whitney Patterson
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March Movies: Zootopia London Has Fallen Whiskey Tango Foxtrot 10 Cloverfield Lane The Brothers Grimsby The Young Messiah
Miracles from Heaven The Divergent Series: Allegiant The Little Prince Batman vs. Superman: Dawn of Justice League My Big Fat Greek Weeding 2
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arts music & activities reviews Panic At the Disco Death of a Bachelor DCD2/Fueled by Ramen Not a blip on the radar since the painfully cheerful “Nine in the Afternoon,” pop glam boy Brendon Urie is back with Death of a Bachelor. After a hiatus in 2013, original drummer and founding member Spencer Smith is out with no public plans to return. Slowing unraveling over the past several years looks good on Panic!, however. Personal tastes aside and critic G-card on the line, this album is (deep breath) pretty damn alright. “Victorious” and “I Write Sins, Not Tragedies” have already been beaten to death by the radio, and “Don’t Threaten Me with a Good Time” is solid PATD pop gold with no-breaths-taken vocals and surf riffs, so let’s get to the real deal. The freedom of shedding dissenting members has allowed Urie to explore, which he concedes to in “Emperor’s New Clothes,” and the titular track shows a smoother side to his voice. Sinatra-style crooning jazz melds into modern hip-hop beats with a little chip-tune thrown in. It just works. It’s hard to ignore the swing on the nostalgic “Crazy=Genius,” but “Impossible Year” is a dark, chilling finale. The sneering flamboyance that is Panic! remains, but there’s more than a gleam of promise of a new era, so here’s your chance to shut your brat mouth about the past and give it to us, Urie.
Vandaveer The Wild Mercury WhiteSpace Records Hardworking folk/pop duo Mark Charles Heidinger and Rose Guerin have released their fifth EP, a collection of bright, wellwritten ditties with tight instrumentals and chipper melodies. The pair have been showing off their soothing vocal relationship since 2007, but the new album shows growth as far as a fair balance of elements, sort of like a modern Simon & Garfunkel, and they’re not scared to stray from one sound. “But Enough on That For Now” is the first track - a bit misleading, because it’s almost shallow in comparison to other tracks - still wellexecuted, however, and “A Little Time Off Ahead” starts to shed the mainstream “folk” reinvention. The titular song is definitely a favorite Heidinger sounds like a son of Cat Stevens who’s fronting Modest Mouse if they went country, with authentic lyrics - “calling the shots/ connecting the dots/ the canvasses may change/ but blood is a constant.” “A Little Worse for the Wear” showcases Heidinger’s robust vocals, a little reminiscent of David Gray, and “Holding Patterns” definitely belongs in the ‘70’s rock/Americana atmosphere, continuing into the Dylkan-esque “Love is Melancholy, But It’s All We’ve Got.” There’s no way around it - while other bearded folk groups are already falling off the radar, Vandaveer has the potential to take over that niche - they have the heart and the balls. - Whitney Patterson
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arts music & activities reviews Sia This is Acting RCA I was driving home from class a couple of years ago and heard Sia’s “Chandelier” at full volume for the first time. That song hit me so hard, I’m surprised I didn’t burst through the roof of my car and try to fly the rest of the way home. No, Sia’s music isn’t quite in line with what I would normally prefer. Still, there’s no denying that song’s power. When she belted out her vocals so hard that her voice started to crack, it was like she ripped directly into my soul. I didn’t just hear her voice; I could feel her voice. I decided to look her up, and was surprised to find that Sia has been around for a while. She has a lot of quality material in her library that greatly varies in sound from album to album, and with fairly decent results. Some of her catchier stuff could be compared to Cindy Lauper. That, along with such a uniquely powerful voice, makes me wonder why she floated below the radar for so long. This Is Acting does break the trend of change, however, sticking with a sound similar to 2014’s 1000 Forms of Fear. I don’t see this as a bad thing. In fact, this new album sounds like a continuation of the last, rather than a rehash. As far as radio hits, there are a couple of songs that could be called “Chandelier part 2” which could certainly help propel the album to a very fickle public that just wants the new hit single; I mean, who has time for a fully realized, artistic vision these days, right?(Sadness) This Is Acting is another solid album from a very talented artist that actually deserves the praise and success that has finally come her way. -J. Robert Lobeck
Kanye West The Life of Pablo GOOD, Def Jam Critiquing Kanye West is a difficult thing. He’s not someone that typically receives average reviews - people either love him or hate him. The Life of Pablo, however, might be Mr. West’s first average album. It doesn’t feel radical like Yeezus or intimate and personal like My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. Kanye’s seventh album feels more like a run of the mill hip hop album, but it’s still a great hip hop album. Even Kanye’s weakest effort still yields amazing moments. The production is top-notch and some songs absolutely rank among his best work. The standout moments are speckled throughout. “Real Friends” is my favorite song on the album and possibly the most sincere. “No More Parties in LA” (which was almost left off the album) is another highlight. The album has good variation and deserves a listen from fans of all music. Even if you hate the man, his music is clearly some of the most important in the industry. - Russell Finn
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