NEWS4U JANUARY 2021 | TABLE OF CONTENTS
A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR 6 Well, We made It
COUPONS 17 Save Big!
JANUARY 2021
TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES
8 12 14 15
2021: Is there Light at the End of the Tunnel? An Interview with Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke
2020 in Pictures: A Look Back
CUISINE & DINING 16 Clean Bite Life 18 Grubhub It!
ENTERTAINMENT
20 In Town & Around 26 Music: Josh Merritt 28 Music: K. Setz 30 Music: Idder 32 Music: Fleshhole 34 Music: Thriv3 35 Music: Maria Reed of Animal Bookings & Promotion 36 Music: Top 5 Albums of 2020 38 Music: 20 Great Albums of 2020 39 The Rock & Metal Profs Podcast 40 Podcast Corner 41 Screen Time 42 True Crime Junkie 44 Fake News from the Tri-State 45 Fake New Year's Resolutions from the Tri-State
N4U Readers share Their Memories
LOCAL HAPPENINGS
The Really Big Show benefiting Arc of Evansville
OPINION
Annual Talent Show going Virtual for 2021!
A Dance with Death Murder Mystery Dinner
Flashback to the 50's at the Owensboro Convention Center
46 VHS Animal Spotlight 47 VHS Adoption Spotlight 48 Tri-State Pet Pics 58 Ask an Attorney 60 Mug Shots
50 The Pros & The Cons 50 Tri-State Politics 51 Maybe I'm Just Getting Old 52 When Late Night Thoughts are Bourne
REVIEWS 54 Music 56 Beer
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A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
W
ell, we made it. The New Year is here and not a moment
Ok, that seems a little extreme - we're probably talking more like
too soon. I think I speak for most of the tri-state
six months or something, but that's still an interesting fact about
when I say that 2020 left something to be desired. That's an
ol' Chubby Cheeks. And speaking of interesting things...we've
understatement, of course, but I didn't want to go off the rails
got an interview with Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke for you
right at the beginning with 200+ more words to go. Always pace
this month. The three-termer looks back on a challenging 2020
yourself. As I was saying... the New Year is here. But will 2021 be
and charts the path ahead in 2021. A realist yet unabashedly
any different? Any better? Surely it can't get much worse. With
optimistic, Winnecke is confident that, as a community, we can
the promise of vaccines to combat the spread of Covid it would
meet the challenges of the day and ultimately return to a sense
seem that brighter days are ahead. At some point, anyway. It's
of "normalcy." Check out our special feature as well as write-ups
not going to be an overnight success, that's for sure. More like
on some great local talent and much more inside. Happy New
a slow burn - kind of like how it took Louis Armstrong 39 years
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IS THERE LIGHT AT THE END OF THE TUNNEL?
Evansville Mayor Lloyd Winnecke looks back on a challenging 2020 and charts the path ahead in the New Year
It's a broken record by now, but 2020 was an unusually difficult year. Times were tough for most everyone as the impact of Covid-19 reached all corners of the country, resulting in lost lives, shuttered businesses and disrupted learning in the classrooms - not to mention a mounting distrust of the nation's leaders on both sides. Mercifully, the New Year is upon us - and with it, comes a glimmer of hope; vaccines for the virus are rolling out, providing a sense that there's light at the end of the tunnel, after all. But it's going to be a slog, regardless. Infection rates are currently skyrocketing all across the U.S. as the death toll climbs ever higher and communities grapple with how to address the growing fatigue and fallout from the pandemic. While Evansville has hardly been immune to the ramifications of Covid-19, we've been fortunate not to suffer quite as much as other metropolitan areas in Indiana - and especially not to the degree of New York City or Los Angeles. Still, it's a daily battle to maintain sanity when life as we know it has been upended. And no one knows that better than Mayor Lloyd Winnecke who's been right in the thick of it from day one, navigating this unprecedented period in the city's history with both a calm, reassuring demeanor and a determined approach, emphasizing the importance of safety protocols to slow the spread of the virus and ultimately get Evansville back on track. We caught up with Mayor Winnecke to get his take on the impact of the past 10 months and where he sees the community heading in 2021.
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You've certainly faced many challenges during your time as mayor but nothing could have prepared you for dealing with a pandemic. What was it like to be on the frontlines in 2020?
At the beginning of the pandemic, it almost seemed like we were in a little cocoon here in the big toe of Indiana - the infection rate was low, comparatively speaking. Did it seem serious to you, initially?
on, was the ever-changing complexion of the situation.
the beginning, were relatively low - for weeks and weeks
What we were doing in this office was not only helping to
and weeks we had the lowest number of cases and
manage how city government responded but also to assist
deaths of any major metropolitan area in Indiana...and I
multiple community partners in responding. Fortunately,
would attribute that to the community responding really
establishing the communication was really easy; we all
favorably to combat the virus at the beginning. Honestly,
know each other in the community. It's large enough that
I'd get calls from other parts of the state [asking] 'hey, what
you feel like you're in a big city but we've been doing this
are you guys doing down there?' Well, we're doing what
long enough now that we have a really strong relationship
the healthcare experts say. And then over time, I think
with our healthcare partners, with the health department,
two things have happened. One, the virus has spread at
with our educational partners - so it was really a matter
a rate much greater than in the spring; I think that's pretty
of just making sure everyone knows what their decision
obvious. And second, you know, we all have fatigue -
means for everyone else and I will say this: I've never been
Covid fatigue. You know, if I had a nickel for every time that
more proud of institutional and community leaders who
someone said, 'I'm so over this,' I'd have a lot of nickels.
recognized that what they did affected other organizations
And guess what? I am, too. But we don't have the luxury
and other people.
of just throwing up our hands and saying, 'ok, we're done,
One of the most difficult aspects of this, especially early
How did the situation affect you personally? Were there sleepless nights?
Absolutely. I think one of my strengths as mayor over the last nine years has been to compartmentalize and not worry about things until it's time to worry about things. This made that difficult to do; it was tough to go home at night and shut it off. One, because it was changing so quickly; there were emails, text messages, phone calls -
You know, it did. Because even though the numbers, in
we're going back to normal.' We've got a little bit longer to manage through. And people understand that; people are making the best decisions they can. You know, it's a challenging time for everyone - we're all making sacrifices.
Obviously, unemployment has been a huge side effect of the pandemic. How does Evansville stack up compared to other cities?
We're doing better than most - I just don't have that
whether it was from the governor, the lieutenant governor
number off the top of my head. I think if you look at the fact
or school superintendent. I mean, all those kinds of things.
that many businesses are essentially open...but that's not
So, it was really difficult to shut it off. There was no, 'hey,
to say that we're out of the woods economically. If you go
it's five o'clock we're out of here - see you tomorrow.' That
by Hartke Pool on a Monday when Feed Evansville is giving
was definitely not in the mix at all. So, it's been hard and
away boxes of food, it will take your breath away to see the
certainly there have been ebbs and flows to all that. And
number of people who are in need. Yes, we're fortunate
we're in a situation now where I feel like the stress level is
that our businesses are open compared to other parts
very high again - higher than it had been for awhile for all
of the country, but we have a lot of citizens who are still
the obvious reasons.
struggling. Fortunately, we have a phenomenal network of non-profit organizations that have really come to the
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rescue. And it really started in the spring when schools closed because all of a sudden we had thousands of kids who relied on breakfast and lunch at school and didn't have food. So that's how Feed Evansville was born. There have been some silver linings to this very large cloud.
The food security issue is one that definitely gets overlooked with so much focus on the economy.
What we found was that food security was a major component of any reopening that we had to help manage. So we put a lot of resources into that as a community. The city's been at the table with Lisa Vaughan and Alex Burton and many others. They get volunteers and get food from the federal government and various sources. They're going to town.
Is that what you see when you're out and about in the community during these difficult days - people coming together in a time of need? Here's what I see - a community that realizes that we're not out of it yet, but there's a light at the end of the tunnel. I sense a community and see a community that comes together to help each other and to help other organizations that need it. I see a community that understands that individually and organizationally we need to make sacrifices because we're not out of the woods. The personal sacrifice that [my wife] Carol and I are making - and it pales in comparison to the sacrifices of others - but we're not going to go see our grandchildren this year at Christmas. We've been going to see our two grandsons since they were born. We can't do that. Again, that's hard personally but in the grand scheme of things we need a bunch of people to make those sacrifices in order not to overload our healthcare system in this final stretch - you know, what we hope will be these last few months of the pandemic.
Has it been difficult to keep city projects up and running?
We've had to be creative in how we've done it but you'll notice that progress continues on the Deaconess Aquatic Center across from Bosse Field. And work continues at the zoo on the penguin exhibit. Both of those projects will be done in the July/August time frame of 2021. And I think that's good because when the pandemic's "over" - whatever that means - people are going to want to bust out and have some fun. And whether that means going to the zoo or going to swim, we've got to have these things. We've tried to work on parallel paths during the entire pandemic - not bring city government and its projects to a halt but understand that we have some new limitations but also keep the economy going and protect public health.
Ultimately, how do you see things playing out in 2021? Is there reason for optimism? After all, the country as a whole is currently experiencing another surge in infections and the death toll continues to rise.
You know, there's a lot of reason for optimism in all this. And you're right, it's not all peaches and cream, because the numbers are high and we track the numbers every day. I'm on a call four nights a week with the hospitals and the health department and schools, so I hear... I can tell you exactly how many people were in the hospital last night with Covid. Fortunately, the hospitals still have capacity, so I think that's a positive. And I think the other positive thing is - and we haven't talked about the vaccine yet - by the time this is published there will be people that have had the first dose of the vaccine. And I think that's incredibly optimistic. We'll see a lot of people come out that say, 'the vaccine's good - you gotta get vaccinated.' And there will be people who are opposed to it and like everything else during the pandemic, we'll certainly respect other points of view, but we'll also certainly use the bully pulpit of the mayor's office to encourage people to get a vaccine.
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NEWS4U JANUARY 2021 | UPCOMING EVENTS
FEBRUARY 13 |
6:30 P.M.
ANNUAL TALENT SHOW BENEFITING ARC OF EVANSVILLE TO BE TELEVISED ON CHANNEL 14 WFIE, STREAMED ON ORGANIZATION'S WEBSITE Equal parts entertainment extravaganza and highly
which featured singer Gina Moore, multi-instrumentalist
successful fundraiser, the Really Big Show is always one
Monte Skelton, Next Step Dance Studio, Studio Vibe
of the most anticipated community events of the year,
Dance Company, Evansville Central High School Choir
benefiting Arc of Evansville and its mission to provide
and many more top-notch acts - is anything to go by, you
individuals with disabilities the opportunity to achieve
can expect a truly dazzling spectacle of talent.
their full potential. The long-running talent show - written, created and produced by a nearly all-volunteer cast and
And again, it's all for a great cause. The Arc of Evansville
crew - highlights some of the tri-state's most notable
as an organization goes back over 60 years to a time
dancers, musicians, singers and more for an unforgettable
when parents were encouraged to place their children
evening of charity and inspiring performances.
with disabilities in institutions. But that simply wasn't good enough for a growing number of community
But there will be one major difference this year. To ensure
members who envisioned a more compassionate and
the safety of everyone involved, the Really Big Show - for
more productive solution. A group of determined parents
the first time ever - will be televised on Channel 14 WFIE
dreamed of an accessible, educational environment for
and streamed on Arc's website (arcofevansville.org). It's
their children with developmental delays to learn and
a necessary precaution during the ongoing pandemic
grow regardless of their ability levels. Over six decades
but the quality of the production won't suffer in the least;
later, Arc continues to serve a wonderful purpose with its
every year organizers stage an all-star event with hosts
many programs offered for individuals with disabilities.
WFIE weatherman Jeff Lyons and his trusty sidekick Marc
But they need your help to keep operating at an optimum
Scott providing comic relief as they steer the ship. Details
level so please tune in or stream the show on February 13
for the 2021 edition of the RBS are still being ironed out,
and make a donation while you enjoy an evening of non-
including the list of performers, but if last year's lineup -
stop entertainment.
FOR MORE INFO, VISIT ARCOFEVANSVILLE.ORG.
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A DANCE WITH DEATH
MURDER MYSTERY DINNER FLASHBACK TO THE 50'S FOR A PROM NIGHT WHODUNIT PAIRED WITH A DELICIOUS DINNER
OWENSBORO CONVENTION CENTER / JANUARY 22 / 6 P.M.
Itching to get out of the house during these lonely days of the ongoing pandemic? Here's a great opportunity to enjoy a truly entertaining evening while still observing safety protocols. Last September, the OCC held a similar event that was a great success all the way around - so much so that organizers immediately started planning another one for the New Year. And this follow-up Murder Mystery Dinner promises to be just as much fun with a cuisine to die for, so to speak. So get ready to flashback to the 50's - to the early days of rock & roll, poodle skirts and pompadours. A Dance with Death features a promnight-gone-awry storyline that ends in murder. And it's up to you to solve this old school whodunit. Or as the organizers note, you've got to "get this sock hop back on track." And please dress the part if possible. Ladies are encouraged to wear poodle skirts, of course, with bows and pins in your hair. Guys, dig that white or black suit out of the closet or go the Fonzie route with jeans and a black leather jacket. Guests will enjoy a 50's themed dinner - including lots of delicious comfort food - as well as cocktails before the meal.
Tickets are $69 per person or two for $120 and may be purchased online at OwensboroTickets.com, at the OCC Box Office or charge by phone at 270-297-9932.
For more info, visit owensborocenter.com.
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CLEAN BITE LIFE Healthy Cooking with Lindsay Rasure
I’m really picky when it comes to my hot chocolate. I want a deep dark
DAIRY FREE HOT CHOCOLATE
chocolate flavor with just enough sweetness where you can still taste
MAKES 1 CUP
that dark chocolate. I want it to be dairy free and refined sugar free too. I think this recipe is perfect! The brand of oat milk matters along with using Dutch cocoa vs. unsweetened cocoa. I tried a few different oat milk brands, but the two I listed in the ingredient list make it the creamiest. Dutch cocoa gives it the deep chocolate flavor that is similar to Starbucks hot chocolate. If you want a dairy free whip cream that’s already made Reddi Wip now makes Coconut milk and Almond milk whip cream. It does have a few ingredients that aren’t as clean as making your own, but it’s a great alternative! For more recipes or meal ideas you can follow Lindsay Rasure on Instagram: @cleanbitelife or her Facebook group: Clean Bite Life
INGREDIENTS FOR HOT CHOCOLATE: •
1 c. oat milk (Califia Farms Barista Blend or Oatly Barista Edition)
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1 T. Dutch cocoa (Ghirardelli brand is the best in my opinion)
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1 tsp. real maple syrup
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1 can of full fat coconut milk (sit in fridge for 24 hours)
•
real maple syrup
•
vanilla
1.
In a small saucepan start heating up the oat milk on medium heat.
2.
If you don’t have an electric kettle to make boiling water quickly, go
INGREDIENTS FOR COCONUT WHIPPED CREAM:
DIRECTIONS FOR HOT CHOCOLATE:
ahead and add a small amount of water to another saucepan and get the water boiling. 3.
In a small glass bowl combine the Dutch cocoa and maple syrup. Once your water is boiling add about ½-1 tsp. of boiling water. Mix everything together until it turns into a paste.
4.
Add the chocolate paste to your oat milk and start whisking until everything is combined.
5.
Once it’s at the temperature of your liking it’s ready to pour into a mug! It’s best topped with coconut whip cream and dark chocolate shavings.
DIRECTIONS FOR COCONUT WHIPPED CREAM: 1.
Place a small mixing bowl in the freezer for 10 minutes.
2.
After bowl has sat in freezer, open the can of coconut milk and scoop out just the top fat portion. (You can save the coconut water for smoothies!)
3.
Whip the coconut fat for about 30 seconds. Add in a splash of vanilla and about 1 tsp. of maple syrup (give or take depending on how sweet you want it.) Continue whipping until it is all combined.
4.
Whipped coconut cream will last for several days stored in a covered container in the fridge.
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Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz w/ Take Four 6:00 PM
Bokeh Lounge -- Karaoke 7:00 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Cornhole / Karaoke & DJ 9:00 PM
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke MONDAY, JANUARY 18 7:00 PM
Carson's Brewery -- Free Trivia
Bokeh Lounge -- DJ Chidi
w/ Prizes
KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ &
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic
9:00 PM Karaoke
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Upchurch "Said F*ck It" Tour Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky
10:00 PM
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9:00 PM
TUESDAY, JANUARY 19
O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Pool 6:00 PM
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College Night / Karaoke & DJ 6:30 PM
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Themed Trivia
Angel
9:00 PM
KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke
9:00 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill --
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 20 6:00 PM
Bokeh Lounge -- Science w/ a Twist
Karaoke & DJ Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/
7:00 PM
Carson's Brewery -- Bingo w/ Curtis KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Cornhole (w/ cash prizes register @ 6:30pm) 9:00 PM
TUESDAY, JANUARY 26
O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Pool 6:00 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill --
Donnie Baker
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke
SATURDAY, JANUARY 30
Carson's Brewery -- Bingo w/
Carson's Brewery -- Hudsy
10:00 PM
Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill -- Live Music TBA KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Live Music TBA
9:30 PM
Bokeh Lounge -- Open Mic FRIDAY, JANUARY 22 6:00 PM
Owensboro Convention Center -- A Dance w/ Death Murder Mystery Dinner 8:00 PM
6:30 PM 7:00 PM
-- Cornhole (w/ cash prizes register @ 6:30pm) 9:00 PM
6:00 PM
Grill -- College Night w/ Brad
Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz w/
Lemmons
Terri Stowers
KC's Corner Pocket -- College
7:00 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Cornhole / Karaoke & DJ 9:00 PM
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke MONDAY, JANUARY 25 7:00 PM w/ Prizes
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Bokeh Lounge -- Tim Lynch Band 9:00 PM
KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ & Karaoke Sparky
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke
Bud's Rockin' Country Bar &
Bokeh Lounge -- Karaoke
7:00 PM
Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/
-- Josh Merritt
6:00 PM
Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill
Karaoke & DJ
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2:30 PM
10:00 PM
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2:00 PM
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Bokeh Lounge -- DJ 3lectro
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Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke
Sparky
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Trivia
9:00 PM
Grill -- College Night w/ Brad
Karaoke & DJ
Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/
-- Live Music TBA
Weekend
Bud's Rockin' Country Bar &
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill --
Wills, Bryan White & Wade Hayes
Bokeh Lounge -- Nick Hamilton
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill
9:00 PM
Karaoke
Bokeh Lounge -- Drag Me to the
6:00 PM
Sparky
Texas Hold 'Em
KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ &
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 27
8:00 PM
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill --
9:00 PM
SATURDAY, JANUARY 23
Curtis
7:00 PM
Bokeh Lounge -- DJ Quay
-- Country Rewind Tour w/ Mark
9:00 PM
Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/
Night / DJ & Karaoke
8:00 PM
Trivia
Karaoke & DJ
KC's Corner Pocket -- College
Renee ($20)
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill
Karaoke
Lemmons
Carson's Brewery -- Yoga w/
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Themed
6:30 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill --
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill
10:00 PM
KC's Corner Pocket -- DJ &
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FRIDAY, JANUARY 29
College Night / Karaoke & DJ
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill --
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Trivia
Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic
Sparky
-- Live Music TBA
6:30 PM
9:00 PM
Night / DJ & Karaoke 7:00 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Texas Hold 'Em 9:00 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke 9:30 PM
Bokeh Lounge -- Open Mic
10:00 PM
Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill -- Live Music TBA KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Live Music TBA SUNDAY, JANUARY 31 2:00 PM
Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill -- Josh Merritt 2:30 PM
Bokeh Lounge -- Sunday Jazz w/ Ballard & Byrne 6:00 PM
Bokeh Lounge -- Karaoke 7:00 PM
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -Cornhole / Karaoke & DJ 9:00 PM
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JOSH MERRITT Tri-state country favorite releases debut studio album, pins hopes on February acoustic tour There's no sugarcoating it, Owensboro's Josh Merritt had some rough years growing up with a drug-addicted mother and other family struggles; as a result, he spent much of his time in the care of his great aunt and uncle - surrogate grandparents, effectively - in a tiny two-bedroom trailer that sits on 70 acres of farmland. Known as Reynolds Station, it remains a sort of home base for Merritt - a quiet spot where he can detach from the pressures of life and regroup. And yet, the tranquil vibe can never fully erase the memories of his troubled childhood, a realization that drove the popular tri-state country singer to document his thoughts and feelings about the past on a heartfelt concept album three years in the making. Released in late November of 2020, Reynolds Station serves as both therapy for Merritt and as a way to comfort "people I know that grew up the same way." A featured performer at all the biggest area bars, events and festivals for quite some time now, Merritt quietly began recording his debut studio effort in Nashville in 2017 with producer Shannon Lawson, a former MCA artist with a virtual rolodex of well-known musicians at the ready to help achieve just the right sonic feel and atmosphere for each track. The who's who list of contributors included drummer Shakey Fowls (Kid Rock), bassist Robert Kerns (Sheryl Crow) and keyboardist Peter Keys (Lynyrd Skynyrd), among other top-notch folks. The icing on the cake? Reynolds Station was engineered and mixed by Zach Kasik, a sought-after talent who's interned under Dr. Dre and boasts a letter of recommendation from none other than Paul McCartney. "I don't know how I got to sit in the same room with him," Merritt wonders.
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Of course, corralling such an impressive lineup to bring his concept to life wasn't cheap; recording - which was completed in November of 2019 - happened in periodic bursts to allow Merritt time to save up for the next session. But the stunning results speak for themselves. Conceived as a more somber, stripped-down collection of songs (the polar opposite of today's bro-country phenomenon) to accentuate the lyrics depicting the harrowing impact of drug addiction, Reynolds Station is replete with standout true-to-life accounts such as "The High," "Honest as a Song," "How Many Times," "Run" and "Not a Life to Save" - all culled from Merritt's difficult upbringing and achingly delivered with the singer's signature rich baritone. Then there's lead single "Live with That" - a horn-driven bopper seemingly at odds with the album's dark tone. "Shannon thought we needed something a little more upbeat," Merritt explains. "He said the only part of the concept that I didn't have was how this whole thing got started with my mom. She's been sober for almost 15 years - a totally different person now. I talked with her about the album and her response was that when she first started doing all the drugs, it wasn't all dark - she was totally partying and having a great time. So tell the truth, that's what music's supposed to be." The pandemic inevitably scuttled Merritt's plans to release the album and a video for "Live with That" in early 2020, but eventually the project got back underway and since its release, Reynolds Station has received much acclaim, even earning a write-up in his life-long favorite magazine. "One of the highlights was getting recognized in American Songwriter which is one of the nation's biggest music outlets," Merritt remarks. "I've read it since I was a kid, so it was pretty crazy." Next up? Merritt hopes to hit the road for an acoustic tour of the south in February and finally get the opportunity to start promoting the new album. "I'm ready to spread the word."
For more info, follow Josh Merritt on Facebook. Reynolds Station is available on all major streaming platforms.
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K. SETZ Founder of Dirty Dogg Productions, an Evansville-based company that provides sound for area shows and has recorded a number of local hip-hop artists, Karl Setzekorn is also a superb musician and songwriter who recently released the excellent single "Twelve" as a lead-up to the impending Mother Machine EP - a groovy, psychedelic, jam band-meets-Santana musical journey. It's all those things and more, really. In some ways, it functions as a companion piece to 2019's Frequency, a similarly out-there collection of (primarily) spacey instrumentals, but this time around, Setzekorn enlisted the help of Jacob Hall, a talented young piano player from Alabama, to build the foundations of the songs. The two met by chance at Dirty Dogg HQ and quickly bonded on a creative level. Sadly, Hall, at just 23-years-old, passed away last August. But his unparalleled musicianship left an indelible mark on the recording of Mother Machine. "I was making hip-hop beats downstairs [at Dirty Dogg] and I heard somebody playing piano up on the top of the stairs - on a piano that never gets touched, ever," Setzekorn recalls regarding his introduction to the talents of Hall. "I heard jangling, honky-tonk keys and thought, 'Holy Christ, what is that?' I was like, 'dude, you've got to track on some of this stuff [I'm working on].'" After a shared beer or two,
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After releasing lead single "Twelve," local musician/producer back on track to complete the psychedelic Mother Machine EP
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the pair got down to business with Hall - who was in town with a touring country band - playing five to six minutes of keys over each of Setzekorn's loops - entirely off-thecuff but totally inspired. Excited to incorporate Hall's 70's soul-esque improvisations into the Mother Machine project, Setzekorn spent the following month chopping up, layering and sampling everything. It was clear that he had the basis of the EP. The next step was to mesh his and Hall's musical styles together - a process that resulted in a truly rewarding collaboration that Setzekorn now views as a "tribute" to the beloved southerner. In addition to Hall's contributions, what makes Mother Machine such an interesting prospect is how Setzekorn - who, it should be noted, records under the K. Setz moniker for the sake of simplicity - pays homage to his days growing up in the local punk scene as well as his penchant for a big guitar sound. "I try to put those elements in because you don't get that in the jam band scene," he says. "The newer wave of jam bands is more dancey, more disco - it's lacking balls." So what you often get here is a mix of tribal percussion and psychedelic swirls that suddenly kick into nasty waves of distortion complete with abrupt shifts in tempo. "Twelve," however, is more groove-oriented with some eastern flute passages that play nicely off Hall's Rhodes piano vibe. It's totally chill at first but when Setzekorn comes in with the Santana-like lead guitar lines, the whole piece ascends to the heavens. Setzekorn had hoped to get Mother Machine out in 2020, but life got in the way as it often does. Now he's back on track and pushing to release the EP this month. He's also looking to tour whenever it's safe to do so - ideally, a Midwest run of the jam band scene, down to Florida and back.
For more info, follow Karl Setzekorn on Facebook.
"Twelve" and Frequency are available on all major streaming platforms.
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IDDER With recording sessions interrupted by the pandemic, Evansville's grunge leaders look to get back to business in the New Year
unloved, his grungy, southern-fried tunes were appealingly heavy and catchy and peppered with a lyrical and vocal quirkiness reminiscent of Primus' Les Claypool. The musical vision was clear; Roberts just needed the right vehicle to see it through. And then it happened. "One day I was hanging out with Ron in front of the Jam Room building, and he said, 'Let's jam - I don't want to see your songs die,'" Roberts recalls. "So we decided to go straight from scratch and start writing. We basically took some of the stuff from Star Pupil that the others didn't want to play and turned them into Idder songs." It was Latham that suggested the
As the story goes, Evansville's Adam Roberts grew up with a
band name as a nod to the oddly perfect made-up word -
guy who effectively spoke in his own language, possessing
which had become the title of the "hopskidder"-inspired
an odd vocabulary that thoroughly intrigued the singer/
swampy rocker.
guitarist. Perhaps the most entertaining of all the young man's Frankenstein word creations was "hopskidder" - a
Without a drummer, however, the project couldn't fully
twisted version of "hospital." This strangest of amalgams
achieve lift-off. Conveniently, Roberts had to look no further
sent mind
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workplace,
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searching for a rhyme,
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a propulsive trio that
great song was in the
knocked out a number
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of great songs such
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"Social
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simply removed the
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first five letters and
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came
into
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being - a word invented purely for lyrical purposes but one
Oblivion" - all featuring Roberts' signature chugging guitar
that would take on greater significance when Roberts and
bolstered by a groove-conscious rhythm section. Over the
bassist Ron Latham began kicking musical ideas around at
course of a few years or so, Idder routinely played out,
the Evansville Jam Room on the city's east side in 2013.
gaining the respect and admiration of the tri-state music scene before going on hiatus for an extended period.
At the time, Roberts had just parted ways with Star Pupil, a
During that time, Bethel helped to form the Jangle Sheep
local band that didn't seem to fully appreciate the style of
and in 2018 Latham signed on with the Death Mountain
songs he was bringing to the table - a style inspired by the
Spiders. Meanwhile, itching to get back to the rock,
likes of Mudhoney, early Nirvana and Tad. Despite being
Roberts eventually put the feelers out for an Idder encore;
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Bethel was unavailable, but Latham volunteered to split time between two bands. That just left a familiar void. A member of death metal band Blood Tribe since 2003, Clay Evans just happens to have a familial connection to Roberts. "Adam is married to my cousin and we would see each other at family functions," he explains. "And we both love the occult - we've even done rituals together." A phenomenal drummer, Evans had previously jammed with Roberts but reportedly, the timing was never quite right for a serious commitment - that is, until he got a call regarding the proposed reformation of Idder. Always a fan - and finally freed up to do some damage behind the kit - he was all in. "I love heavy metal, but I also love the stuff that I grew up on in the 90's - grunge and alternative rock," he says. "Idder kind of fills that void for me." Back to a three-piece once again, the guys got back to work, playing more shows and writing more songs. All was good, but when the Jangle Sheep fizzled out at the beginning of 2020, Roberts approached Bethel about rejoining - this time as a second guitarist - to beef-up the sound. "It was a perfect time for me to jump back into Idder," Bethel explains. "One thing I didn't want to do was start another band - it takes so long to get going." Best of all, he basically knew all the songs and understood how to play off of Roberts' unique strumming patterns. Now a formidable quartet, Idder began recording soon after, completing close to 2/3 of an album before getting stymied by the pandemic. The hope is to pick things back
Down" and "Dissolve," among other rockers, including
up in the near future and ultimately release an EP or two or
some re-recordings of classic Idder tracks, are guaranteed
do a vinyl pressing.
to make some noise upon release. So stay tuned in 2021 and be sure to catch Idder at Kevin's Backstage Bar & Grill
But whatever format the band chooses, the new material
on January 16.
is pure fire - "Angry or Blue," "Come Our Way," "Watered
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FLESHHOLE Group of Bosse High School grads captures the black mood of the country with Momo Chug, a punk/ thrash crossover masterpiece Somehow it seems appropriate that nearly all members of Fleshhole, one of Evansville's finest punk/thrash bands, work retail; after all, customer service is not for the faint of heart - especially during these troubling times. It's enough to do anyone's head in, but in the case of frontman Bryson Pace, that daily stress can serve as a creative spark - albeit one that inspires dark and sometimes disturbing lyrics reflecting the overall black mood of the country. "It's just pure anxiety, depression and hate," he states matter-of-factly. His fellow bandmates - Deryck Hardin (lead guitar), Nate Dorris (rhythm guitar), Cameron Wolf (bass) and Mason Bradley (drums) - are all on the same page, but recognize that while Momo Chug, their unrelentingly bleak yet incredibly powerful debut studio album, serves as a mirror to society circa 2020 ("I've never faced a more difficult year in my entire life," Bradley notes), the follow-up must offer at least a hint of hope. But there's plenty of time for optimism later. Right now, the group of Bosse High School grads - all just 20 or 21-years-old - is taking in the quantum leap made from the disappointing quality of 2019's über raw Eat Your Teacher EP to the professionally-recorded masterpiece that is Momo Chug. The five days the band spent in Dayton, Ohio, last October at Refraze Recording Studios
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proved to be an illuminating and rewarding experience all around. For starters, Pace could actually hear his vocals above the din of the music - and it turns out his voice is perfectly-suited for Fleshhole's punk/thrash approach, able to both talk/sing in rapid fashion and summon utterly convincing rage as heard on such heartpounding tracks as "Government Orgy/Ambulance Taxi" (addressing political hypocrisy), "No Ride Home" (detailing the horrors of a kidnapping victim), "Post Mortem" (documenting a sadistic killer) and "Scream" (tackling police brutality). The brilliant title track, which
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proves just how musically-gifted these young guns are, plays like a dream collaboration between Minor Threat and Megadeth. It's fast, it's furious and unexpectedly catchy. In fact, despite the heavy subject matter, every track, however brief, has hooks to spare. While the punk elements of the band come from the various influences of various members, the "chug" - or thrash side - is most often provided by Dorris, an avowed metal fan. "I try to bring that in because in high school I started to get into that stuff," he explains. "I always try to bring a lower [guitar] tone - to blur the lines into crossover territory. I like doing those songs." This marriage of genres makes for a highly-charged, galvanizing sound that's just begging for live performance - if and when that's possible. On the other hand, considering the strength of the recording, Bradley's not so sure about reproducing Momo Chug on stage. "I'm worried about living up to the album," he half-jokes. Still, Fleshhole are eager to expand on their live resume; previous shows include gigs at PG Café, Wired Venue Coffee Shop and TJ's Stockyard Inn in Evansville, plus regional performances in Naperville and Nashville. And big picture-wise, they're even considering a move to Colorado at some point to be part of a bigger music scene. Then there's the small matter of the more hopeful followup. Not only is the band in the process of writing the sophomore effort, Bradley is busy conceptualizing the third full-length while acknowledging that "Momo Chug is the album that made us who we are." Fingers crossed that Fleshhole stick around long enough to enjoy the fruits of their labor of love (or hate, more accurately).
For more info, follow Fleshhole on Facebook. Momo Chug is available on Bandcamp and other streaming platforms.
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Miller's writing the bulk of the material, the contributions of his new band members are reportedly taking his ideas to new heights. "One of the songs that I wrote the piano part to, Alex - who is brilliant on keys, prodigy level - spiced
THRIV3 Former frontman for Jordan Miller & The Dead Lights regroups, takes funk-rock sound in new direction
it up way beyond anything I could ever play in my life," he says, adding that the track's set to feature a duet with vocalist Cynthia Murray. Then there's "Old Days," a song for which Hellenburg composed a beautiful, expansive piano piece. Initially confounded by how to sing over such a dynamic foundation, Miller ultimately created four-part harmonies for the choruses. "It's going to be something to be reckoned with," he boasts. But the real game-changer here might be the infusion of hip-hop elements into the songs courtesy of Burlingame or "Super J" as he's known. Miller sees the addition of an
It could be said that the only constant within the tri-
MC as vital to keeping the sound of Thriv3 current while
state music scene is change. And that's a good thing,
looking to the past for musical inspiration. When it all
really. Bands are continually forming and splintering
comes together, it's a style that the former JMDL frontman
and branching off into new iterations until the right
is very comfortable with - "where I can be upbeat but
combination of players and the right sound is achieved.
still break your heart," he notes. Recording sessions for
Simply put, it's the creative process at work - a natural
a debut EP are scheduled later this month with producer
evolution that can result in exciting new ventures such as
Steve Tyner and, ideally, the band hopes to release the
Thriv3, a five-piece outfit born out of the ashes of Jordan
results in April. In the meantime, you can catch Thriv3 live
Miller & The Dead Lights, the popular funk-rock group
at Kevin's Backstage Bar & Grill on January 16, a show
that Miller fronted for the last few years. This foray into
that Miller promises will be nothing short of revolutionary.
uncharted musical territory - described as "Elton John
"Thriv3 is going to hit this town like a band has never hit
meets Mumford & Sons with the influence of Highly
before."
Suspect and Staind" - also features Alexander Hellenburg (keys/synth), Justin Burlingame (MC), Brett Smith (bass) and Bean Boyer (drums). They've all come together with one sole purpose - "to make something that doesn't have a genre where every song we do is completely different than the song before." Between the dissolution of JMDL and the birth of Thriv3, Miller took a detour with the covers-based Slop Tart Noir but he was intent on getting back to creating original music. Some fortuitous networking followed and eventually the pieces fell into place with the right mix of talent. And while
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MARIA REED
OF ANIMAL BOOKINGS & PROMOTION Area booking agent preparing to open exciting new original music venue on Evansville's west side
day to devote her time and energy to original music. Which ultimately meant booking gigs for other bands. Reed quickly discovered that she had a knack for the minutiae of staging DIY events, somehow able to juggle all the responsibilities - from locating venues and signing the acts to providing sound & lighting and ensuring good attendance. It was the beginning of an exciting new chapter in her rock & roll journey which landed in Nashville circa the late 80's. The move to Music City proved fortuitous. Next thing Reed knew she was getting calls from up and coming bands such as Smashing Pumpkins, Primus and Pantera - all eager to take advantage of her booking skills as they toured their way across Middle America. But her big break arrived with the opening of a 1700 seat venue on 2nd Ave. North - a virtual
If by chance you've seen the 2000 Cameron Crowe-directed
24/7 commitment that she oversaw for several years, happy
ďŹ lm Almost Famous about a teenage journalist writing for
to give up any and all free time in the name of putting on
Rolling Stone who experiences the thrills and the chills of the
great shows and packing fans in every night of the week. But
world of rock & roll, then you've got a least a sense of the
eventually, she found her way back home to Kentucky and
life Kentucky-based Maria Reed has
set to work making her presence known
lived over the last several decades.
again in the tri-state music scene.
The founder of Animal Bookings & Promotion - christened so as a nod to
Now Reed's next big project is coming
her life-long nickname - reckons she's
to fruition - an exciting new music venue
played the part of just about every
on Evansville's west side dedicated
character at some point, having been
to staging original music. "I'm giving
knee-deep in the muck of the music
a home to the kind of music I want to
industry for years and loving every
book," she notes emphatically. "Hard
minute of it. In fact, one of Reed's
rock, heavy metal, punk, death metal, jazz,
many mottos sums it up to a T: "world
jam bands - local, regional, national and
off, music on. "
international bands. It won't be an easy situation, but there will always be a home
While never a journalist, Reed's rock
for underground acts as long as I'm here."
& roll resume is a long and impressive
In addition, Reed plans to welcome artists
read, beginning with super fandom in her early teens and
and street vendors and looks forward to holding big block
hanging out with the likes of Ozzy Osbourne. Many stints
parties when the time is right. And while she's not ready to
as lead singer in a rotating cast of cover bands followed -
divulge the name of the venue or its exact address just yet, we
nearly 20 years of shows all over the region and beyond, all
do know it's a 5000 sq. ft. space that's being renovated and
the while networking and growing more determined by the
may well be ready to go by the end of this month.
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ALBUMS OF 2020
ACCORDING TO THE TRI-STATE'S BEST ARTISTS & BANDS
The music industry was hit particularly hard by the effects of the pandemic as virtually all live performances were wiped off the calendar in 2020. Still, it wasn't a total loss; a number of great albums appeared during lockdown as studio work became the only creative outlet. So we asked all the tri-state artists and bands that we covered in News 4U over the course of the year to tell us what recordings stood out to them and helped to shape their sound. 17 of them kindly responded so take a look at what everybody's been listening to...
THE ALPHA INCIDENT
DR. RENDEZVOUS
LOATHE I Let It in and It Took Everything Good
MAC DEMARCO Here Comes the Cowboy
TIGER Raised in a Doomsday Cult
WOBBLER Dwellers of the Deep
KILLER BE KILLED Reluctant Hero
PROF Powderhorn Suites
THE ACACIA STRAIN Slow Decay
NERO ANGELO 20seven
ALL THEM WITCHES Nothing as the Ideal
THUNDERCAT It Is What It Is
THE BACKBEATS
HANNAH EVELYN TRIO
ALAN DOYLE Rough Side Out
HAYLEY WILLIAMS Petals for Armor
NATURAL HABITAT Cast of Characters
JASON ISBELL & THE 400 UNIT Reunions
IRATION Coastin'
CAROLINE ROSE Superstar
THE LAST BANDOLEROS Live from Texas
FONTAINES D.C. A Hero's Death
TAME IMPALA Slow Rush
PEARL JAM Gigaton
FREDDIE BOURNE
KYLE PAISLEY
FIONA APPLE Fetch the Bolt Cutters
FLEET FOXES Shore
FLEET FOXES Shore
TAME IMPALA The Slow Rush
THE SOFT PINK TRUTH Shall We Go On Sinning So That Grace May Increase
THUNDERCAT It Is What It Is
SWAMP DOGG Sorry You Couldn’t Make It
TOM MISCH & YUSSEF DAYES What Kinda Music
SOCCER MOMMY Color Theory
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CORY WONG Elevator Music for the Elevated Mind
DEATH MOUNTAIN SPIDERS
JAKE MARTIN
FLESHHOLE Momo Chug
FIONA APPLE Fetch the Bolt Cutters
AMONGST VULTURES Into the Grave
LADY GAGA Chromatica
K. SETZ Twelve
BOB DYLAN Rough and Rowdy Ways
SLUICE S/T EP
YUSUF/CAT STEVENS Tea for the Tillerman II
DEACONS OF DOOM Rumination
BRUCE SPRINGSTEEN Letter to You
DEKAR JUSTUS
MCFLY
JORDAN RAKEI Origin
PEARL JAM Gigaton
JAWAN Aligned
GREEN DAY Father of All...
THUNDERCAT It Is What It Is
NEW FOUND GLORY Forever X/Infinity
JACOB COLLIER Djesse Vol. 3
YUSEF/CAT STEVENS Tea for the Tillerman II
OBOOTNEY LEE Bootney's World
MCFLY Young Dumb Thrills
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SHAWN NEEDHAM WAYNE KRANTZ Write Out Your Head SCOTT HENDERSON People Mover SHAWN NEEDHAM Burning Bright RICHIE KOTZEN 50 for 50 WILL VINSON, GILAD HEKSELMAN & ANTONIO SANCHEZ Trio Grande
RC THE MC & JAKE BETHEL EMINEM Music to be Murdered By BIG SEAN Detroit 2 BUSTA RHYMES Extinction Level Event 2 ROYCE DA 5'9" The Allegory BRIGHT EYES Down in the Weeds, Where the World Once Was
XANDERWOLF
(with commentary by Alex Morgan)
SLUICE IDLES Ultra Mono
GOJIRA "Another World"
SPANISH LOVE LONGS Brave Faces Everyone JEFF ROSENSTOCK No Dream FOUR YEAR STRONG Brain Pain
The band steps back and releases an extremely digestible yet deeply
RUN THE JEWELS RTJ4
emotional song along with a pretty mind-blowing animated music video.
STRAIGHT LINE PRESS
CLINT LOWERY God Bless the Renegades Sevendust guitar player releases solo record performing all instruments and
PEARL JAM Gigaton
vocals. Definitely some bangers on this one. Super impressive.
KING KRULE Man Alive! TRIVIUM What the Dead Men Say
NOFX/FRANK TURNER West Coast Vs. Wessex
SOCCER MOMMY Color Theory OLIVER TREE Ugly is Beautiful
Classic punk rock band puts out five controversial songs and the last five songs are acoustic/rock arrangements of old NOFX covers by British talent.
TOP DEAD CENTER
Very well produced. Turns out Frank Taylor's records are awesome as well.
OZZY OSBOURNE Ordinary Man
STURGILL SIMPSON Cuttin' Grass Vol. 1
PEARL JAM Gigaton STP Perdida
Sturgill Simpson's bluegrass record. Great songs and great playing. A
CORDUROY ORBISON Kenopsia
nice record to chill to and Sturgill always has a good story to tell. Amazing
MARCUS KING El Dorado
playing on this record.
GOLDFINGER Never Look Back
STEVE TYNER BLACK CAT RECORDING
I started listening to Goldfinger when my friend bought their first cassette
BAHAMAS Sad Hunk
tape at Wal-Mart and he didn't want it...haha. So he gave it to me and it
CHRIS STAPLETON Starting Over
really grew on me back in the day as a drummer. Their singer/guitar player
DUA LIPA Future Nostalgia
is a killer song writer and also an amazing producer. This record stands up to
SILVERSTEIN A Beautiful Place To Drown
their discography - fun to listen to for sure.
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20 GREAT ALBUMS of
2020 ACCORDING TO NEWS4U INDIE ROCK EXPERT RUSS FINN
ADRIANNE LENKER Songs/Instrumentals
BLAKE M I LLS Mutable Set
B U D O K A N B OY S
So Broken Up About You Dying
C A R S E AT H E A D R E S T Making a Door Less Open
C LO W N C O R E Van
D I A LU P G H OST Empty Houses
DRAKEO TH E RU LER Thank You For Using GTL
FIONA APPLE
Fetch The Bolt Cutters
F L E E T F OX E S Shore
F LO R A L TAT TO O You Can Never Have a Long Enough Head Start
I L L U M I N AT I H OT T I E S Free I.H: This Is Not The One You’ve Been Waiting For
KING KRULE Man Alive!
M AC M I L L E R Circles Admittedly, it’s very hard to make a top album list this year. Due to the global pandemic, a lot
M AG I K M A R K E RS 2020
MOSES SU M N EY
of potentially great albums by popular artists
grae
were shelved or delayed. Meanwhile, smaller
N EG RO J USTI C E
and lesser-known artists may have suffered financial situations causing their 2020 projects to be overlooked and under-promoted. Instead of a definitive list of the greatest albums of 2020, here’s 20 great albums (unranked), with a slight bent toward lesser-known releases.
The Stimulus Package EPs
N E I L YO U N G Homegrown
PERFUME GENIUS
Set My Heart On Fire Immediately
SPEC IAL I NTEREST The Passion Of
YVES TU MOR
Heaven To A Tortured Mind
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THE ROCK & METAL PROFS:
THE HISTORY & PHILOSOPHY OF ROCK & METAL WITH MATT HALSCHBACH & DR. COURT LEWIS
OWENSBORO-BASED PODCAST TAKES AN ACADEMIC YET FUN APPROACH TO THE DISSECTION OF HEAVY BANDS FROM THE 70'S, 80'S AND 90'S
When Matt Halschbach and Dr. Court Lewis crossed paths
good" - perfect for anyone who's felt the pain of being
at the Owensboro Community College some years ago,
obsessed with an unloved, widely-panned recording.
there was an immediate connection - a musical one, in particular. The pair quickly discovered that they shared
But regardless of the topic, the banter is always lively and
a love of heavy rock and metal, a topic that consumed
illuminating. With a background in radio, Halschbach
most all of their conversations. "We attended a ton of
possesses a clear, rich speaking voice that's made for
concerts together and we were always talking about
podcasts and he comes prepared, logging hours of pre-
music," Halschbach explains. "I listen to a few metal and
show research. Lewis, on the other hand, prefers to wing
rock podcasts that are pretty
it. Described by his fellow
popular, and I just told Court that
professor as a "walking
we should start a podcast." And
encyclopedia," he's able
right away they had something
to talk at length on most
that set them apart. As associate
any subject, a gift that's on
professors - of history and
full display in Episode 13.
philosophy,
-
"Both of us were a little
Halschbach and Lewis (who's
reluctant to do an episode
now
on Stryper but Court did
State in
respectively
teaching
at
Community northeastern
Pellissippi College Tennessee)
this
brilliant
on
religious
soliloquy ethics,"
were well-versed in taking an
Halschbach marvels. "He's
academic approach to their
written several books on
frequent discussions. So that became the hook - peeling
religion and forgiveness, so he went for a solid 15 minutes
back the layers of heavy music while keeping things fun
and I was just in awe listening to him - because when he
and entertaining.
gets into an area of expertise, he truly shines."
Appropriately titled The Rock & Metal Profs, this well-
Halschbach and Lewis are currently working on a
produced podcast began streaming six months ago,
3-episode arc featuring Rush - which should be a big
kicking things off with a deep dive into the lyrics of
hit with their impressive fanbase, including a growing
Metallica. Subsequent shows have examined the likes
international following. You can catch up on all the
of Alice In Chains, Anthrax, KISS (a 3-episode arc), Iron
episodes to date via iTunes, Google and Spotify.
Maiden, Ronnie James Dio, Coheed & Cambria, Megadeth and Stryper, not to mention Halschbach's personal favorite, UFO. In addition, the professors recently spent a fascinating hour analyzing "bad albums that are actually
For more info, follow
The Rock & Metal Profs on Facebook.
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with Gavin Gaddis Welcome to the Podcast Corner, your source for some of the best and most inventive podcasts around. Each month I'm offering up four bite-sized reviews, so read on and then listen in! Want more podcast recommendations? You can find long-form reviews, musings on happenings in the podcasting world, and links to podcasts I produce at my website: thepodreport.com or follow me on Twitter @ThePodReport.
DRIVING THE GREEN BOOK (WEEKLY)
Hosts Alvin Hall and Janée Woods Weber take a drive from Detroit to New Orleans, using the trip to collect firsthand accounts from black Americans old enough to have personal experience using Victor Hugo Green’s 1936 travel guide The Negro Motorist Green Book. Effectively a counter-argument to the fluff Oscar-winning film of a similar name, Hall and Weber aim to bring into sharp focus the realities of the systemic racism of a country that would require a guide to safely travel without fear of horrific treatment if not physical danger. Available on most podcatchers
MY YEAR IN MENSA (COMPLETE)
A masterclass in succinct, non-fiction storytelling, MYiM is a four-part series chronicling comedian Jamie Loftus’ buck-wild experience engaging with international smart-people-club Mensa after taking the entrance exam as a joke to write a snarky article. She expected a group of elitist snobs; what she found was an official Mensa Facebook group unmoderated to the point of shocking toxicity - a self-protecting virtual small town where users do and say anything without consequence purely because they’ve met and are nice to each other in real life. With Loftus’ new show Lolita Podcast wrapping up soon, MYiM is a great hit of her razor-sharp wit. Available on most podcatchers
KEELHAULED (WEEKLY)
Since launching in March of 2018, developer Rare’s open-world online pirate adventure Sea of Thieves has gone through quite the metamorphosis, almost becoming an entirely different beast with monthly updates and a massive, passionate fanbase. Keeping track of goings-on in the virtual pirating world can be difficult for the average player, and that’s where Captain Logun comes in. Each week on Keelhauled he either chats with some of the biggest names in the game’s content creator fan universe or sails solo breaking down the latest update news and discusses how this might affect the rich lore and gameplay. If you have even a passing interest in Sea of Thieves, Keelhauled is a vital listening experience. captlogun.podbean.com
SLEEP WITH ME (BI-WEEKLY)
Host Drew Ackerman, a sufferer of insomnia, knows the value of good sleep. With this knowledge and a comforting drone of a voice, he has created a podcast designed to help listeners fade to sleep. Ackerman rotates between one-off stories of mundane chores with fantastical twists, recapping episodes of popular movies and television, and installments of episodic serial fiction. As of this writing, we’re just coming off more episodes of his Christmas-themed faux soap opera As The North Pole Turns, which brings some fun drama to the process of falling asleep. Ackerman’s hilarious comedic sensibilities and intentionally boring content make any attempt to fall asleep a wonderful experience.
sleepwithmepodcast.com
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with Marisa Patwa THE NEW YEAR BRINGS THIEVES, FAIRIES AND SUPERHEROES TO OUR SCREENS
While 2020 was a rocky year, one thing we can count on in 2021 is there will be plenty of good shows to binge watch. Here are three guaranteed winners.
LUPIN (1/8)
Netflix continues to introduce international shows to our binging menu, and I am ready to order up. Lupin is a gorgeously thrilling French heist comedy dropping January 8. And it’s a smart decision for the streaming platform giant, having had four successful seasons with Spanish crime show Money Heist. In the French show, cunning janitor Assane Diop works at the Louvre and has a master plan to steal a priceless necklace - an archived accessory from Marie Antoinette herself. “Go in as janitors, and come out millionaires,” says protagonist Lupin, played by striking and perfectly cast leading French actor Omar Sy, in the heart-pumping trailer. And for sprinkles on top there is an irritable inspector determined to catch him as he tries to avenge his innocent father’s death plot - not to mention plenty of high speed car chases in Paris. Lupin looks to be a fun, fast-paced adventure. And I can’t wait to see who gets to eat the cake.
WANDAVISION (1/15)
It is finally time for us comic book fanatics to get the chance to watch Elizabeth Olsen and Paul Bettany reprise their roles as Wanda Maximoff and Vision in this Disney+ series, premiering January 15. And the show takes a creative spin on marriage sitcoms of the 50’s, showcasing our fated couple living an idealistic, black and white suburban life in a town called Westview or at least that’s what the trailer teases us with. Kathryn Hahn is set to appear on the show as their nosy neighbor Agnes, with Kat Dennings jumping back into her Thor role of Darcy Lewis and Randall Park slipping into his role as FBI Agent Jimmy Woo, first introduced in Ant-Man and the Wasp. Wasp This take on the characters looks much different from where we left them in Avengers: EndGame and I am excited to explore their relationship more. The six episode Avengers series is also jumpstarting phase four of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And with a budget of 150M, there is no doubt all six will be jam-packed with superhero action.
FATE: THE WINX SAGA (1/22)
From witches to vampires and mermaids, the fantasy genre is the perfect avenue to create magical television that transports us viewers. And Netflix is giving us a new mystical creature to add to our queue January 22 with Fate: The Winx Saga. Saga The show is actually a live-action remake of the popular Italian cartoon, first released in 2004. It spotlights five fairies coming of age and growing into their powers, attending boarding school Alfea College in the Otherworld. I wouldn’t mind being transported to another world after 2020, to be honest. And even more excitedly, the show upgrades The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina with supporting player Abigail Cowen graduating to a leading role as powerful fairy Bloom. The trailer alone is an indicator this show will be filled with fantastical fun with fire fists and monsters, glittery gusts of wind and sword fights.
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TRUE CRIME JUNKIE WITH JOHNNY FLETCHER
THE CASE OF CONVICTED MURDERER RUSSELL WILLIAMS Last month I detailed killer Todd Kohlhepp, the subject of
in 2010. Incredibly, Williams maintained the duties of his
Devil Unchained, a fascinating 2019 documentary on the
highly-respected position by day - and was married as well,
ID channel, who was able to masquerade for years as a
mind you - and at night trolled Tweed, Ontario and other
generally decent guy working as a realtor - though as I
areas in search of women's underwear and other sexually-
noted, numerous red flags, including an early conviction
related souvenirs. He often stayed at each residence that
for sexual assault as a teenager, were raised along the way.
he burgled for hours at a time, snapping photos of himself
But to the casual observer, Kohlhepp seemed fairly normal.
donning the nightwear - and true to Williams' highly
But with Russell Williams, former commander of CFB
disciplined nature, he meticulously catalogued every
Trenton, Canada's largest and busiest air force base, we
piece of clothing and every picture.
have possibly the most extreme case of an individual living two completely separate
Somehow, Williams was
lives. There's truly been
able to continue this illegal
no
activity
more
instance
pronounced
of
a
undetected
for
person
several years. But by 2010
compartmentalizing their
his obsession was spiraling
devious behavior in the
out of control. No longer
history of true crime. At
satisfied
least no one in such a
stealing
respected
he
position
of
with
simply
undergarments, graduated
to
power. Williams, an elite
assaulting women in their
pilot, routinely flew high-
homes - and ultimately
ranking
officials
and
to raping and murdering
royalty to their destinations, including Queen Elizabeth II
Corporal Marie-France Comeau and Jessica Lloyd.
and the Duke of Edinburgh.
Thankfully, through some ace detective work - including a truly masterful interrogation of Williams (check it out
But all the while Williams was harboring a sickness.
on YouTube) that elicited a confession - his reign of terror
Described as a quiet and intense individual with some
was finally stopped. Williams was formally charged and
OCD tendencies, he found it difficult to joke around
convicted of two counts of first-degree murder, two counts
but eventually grew to love playing practical jokes that
of forcible confinement, 84 counts related to breaking
included hiding in closets for hours at a time before
and entering and sexual assault. To this day, the former
jumping out and scaring roommates. Eerily, this would,
commander of CFB Trenton has provided no explanation
in effect, become a facet of his crime spree that began in
for his actions, choosing to while away his days behind
2007 with a series of break-ins before escalating to murder
bars in relative silence.
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FAKE NEWS FROM THE TRI-STATE by Johnny Fletcher
The latest and greatest stories that you surely missed
AFTER WATCHING THE HORROR SHOW OF 2020 FROM THE SIDELINES, THE YEAR 2021 BOWS OUT, WANTS NO PART OF THE NEXT 12 MONTHS; GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS DISCUSS SKIPPING CALENDAR AHEAD
In a move that has stunned the tri-state and Americans all across the country, the year 2021 has, quite pathetically, punked out. Having witnessed the far-reaching impact of the pandemic, including thousands upon thousands of deaths, economic turmoil and intense political division, it issued a statement this week that simply read, "Thanks, but no thanks," indicating that the year 2021 wants no part of the next 12 months. People everywhere were left scratching their heads, wondering what this all means for the future of the world's greatest superpower. But some, like Evansville's Patrick Guggenheim, were far more concerned with how it might affect their immediate plans to get tanked on New Year's Eve. "I always get blacked-out drunk, baby," Guggenheim proudly explained, adding that he considers the night a total success if he can't recall how he got home or where he left his car. "There's no better feeling in the world, believe me. But what if there's no 2021 the next day and I can't sleep off my ungodly hangover?!" At press time, government officials, in an act of desperation, were reportedly considering moving the calendar ahead a full year - but having gotten wind of this time-table Hail Mary, 2022 quickly assembled an ace legal team, vowing to fight the proposal tooth and nail.
GROUCHY EVANSVILLE DRIVER CAN'T STOP YELLING "WHERE'S THE FIRE?!" WHEN CARS ZOOM PAST HIM ON CITY STREETS, MAY NEED TO SEEK PROFESSIONAL HELP
While he can't recall exactly when it started, Evansville driver Kip
I got grumpier with age, I graduated to slightly more threatening
Kippinger is now questioning whether he can stop without seek-
comments like, 'Dude - Slow. It. Down.' before finally going over
ing professional help. The 62-year-old's patience with speeding
the edge." To date, not a single driver has pumped the brakes in
motorists on city streets has worn increasingly thin over the years,
response to the law-abiding senior citizen's diatribes. "I guess they
and it's become a knee-jerk reaction to yell "Where's the fire?!" as
can't hear me," Kippinger lamented while flipping through the Yel-
cars zoom past him - every single time. "You know, at first it was
low Pages for local therapists.
just like a friendly, 'Hey, slow down, pal,'" Kippinger said, "but as
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FAKE
NEW YEAR'S Resolut ions
FROM THE TRI-STATE WITH JOHNNY FLETCHER
MARJORIE Z. MAJORS 2020 was so awful, but I intend to plaster a smile on my face for the whole of the New Year and in doing so, will make this world a better place through my relentless positivity. Of course, considering that I'll be wearing a face mask everywhere I go, no one will actually be able to see my smile. But my eyes will have that crazy look people get when they're faking a good mood so that should get the point across.
TIMOTHY J. BUTTERFIELD I've been short in stature all my life but I'm determined to grow six inches this year. My doctor says that at the age of 42, it's an impossibility, but I'm pretty sure he's lied to me before. For instance, he said that my cigarette smoking would be the death of me, but I'm still alive. How do you account for that? Clearly, he doesn't know what he's talking about.
JUDY B. VANDALET A lot of people are totally over the whole social distancing thing, but I've been thoroughly enjoying being six feet apart from everyone - so much so that I'm resolving to stay at least 20 feet away from all human beings in 2021. The thought of not having to interact with people has given me a new will to live!
NATHAN R. LANCASTER Personally, I'm dedicating myself to doing Jack-squat in 2021. As Seinfeld used to say and I'm paraphrasing here - "Everybody's doing something, we'll do nothing." How long can I keep it up? Right now I'm conďŹ dent that I can cruise through the spring. Of course, when summer rolls around and the weather's nice, that's going to be a real test of my inner fortitude. But if anyone can be of no use to society - even during the most enjoyable time of year - it's me.
HEATHER K. DONNINGTON This year I'm going to do something completely unheard of - and quite possibly detrimental to my health. I'm vowing to read every single word in every single issue of News 4U - from front to back. Every. Single. Word. Just thinking about it is giving me chills, but it's too late, I've made up my mind. There's no turning back now.
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ANIMAL
VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY
LIBBY: Libby is a 12-year-old female pit bull mix! She was surrendered to the shelter when her person had to move into housing that was not suitable for her. (Probably because of her size & breed.) She has been a bit nervous since having to adjust to shelter life, but she really likes people. She would like to meet any current dogs in the home prior to adoption for a “meet & greet.” Libby’s adoption fee is $110 and includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and more.
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AZALEA: Azalea is a female calico! She’s just over a year old. She gets along beautifully with lots of cats and has lived with more than 50 (total, on a rotating basis) since her time at VHS. Her adoption fee is $40 and she can go home TODAY spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated!
WINTER: Winter is a female Rex rabbit. She’s 8 months old and is super soft due to her Rex fur! She was found as a stray, which for a bunny, means she was most likely dumped. Her $50 adoption fee includes her spay and microchip. You won’t get all those perks with a pet store bunny!
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ELEANOR VHS ADOPTION SPOTLIGHT
Growing up with family members that had terrible pet allergies, USI student Megan Cassidy was forced to settle for hamsters and goldfish as companions. But after securing her own apartment, the Communications Studies major thought it was high time to seek out a little furry pal - especially considering the isolating nature of the pandemic. "I have been super-duper safe," she notes, "really doing my part by not going out, not seeing friends - to the point where I was like, 'this is pretty lonely!'" So Cassidy hopped on to petfinder.com and stumbled across a very cute female cat with big eyes that was seemingly meant for her. Housed at the River Kitty Cat Café - conveniently just a block away from where Cassidy interns at the Growth Alliance for Greater Evansville - it was just a quick trip to meet this potential rescue. In fact, when she arrived, there sat "Eleanor" perched in the window. It seemed like a made-for-TV moment. But not so fast. "I went inside to see her, but we weren't bonding at all," Cassidy recalls, adding that Eleanor's apparent disinterest made her question if she was a "pet person" after all. Undeterred, however, Cassidy returned for a second meet & greet - and again, was rebuffed. "But I came back a third time - maybe third time's the charm," she laughs. Nope. Still determined to make friends, Cassidy spoke with the Cat Café workers and surmised that Eleanor, surrendered by her previous owner due to health problems, simply didn't care for her new environment - maybe she was used to being the queen of the palace? "So I just decided to take her, anyway, and if it didn't work out, it didn't work out." Spoiler alert: It worked out. Reportedly, as soon as Cassidy got Eleanor back to her apartment - and she was the sole feline around - her entire demeanor changed. "She's so sweet and loves to play - she's not rambunctious and doesn't tear up my stuff," Cassidy happily notes. Just seven months old, Eleanor - described as "very dainty and fancy with long hair" - will likely only get more comfortable as the days go by. After all, this partnership is still "fresh," as Cassidy likes to say. "I'm excited to have a long life with her together!"
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THE PROS & THE CONS with Barold Hume
Has the fat lady finally sung? Trump vs. Biden Pt. 4 So, where was I...? Oh right, last month I was pretty convinced that President Trump would never concede the election. And that assessment has proven to be correct. Because as I type this in midDecember, lawsuits are still being filed and there's constant chatter about the Supreme Court overturning the results. Not going to happen, of course. Biden is the president-elect for all intents and purposes, but the show must go on in the MAGA world. It's fascinating, really. Or incredibly exhausting depending on how one is feeling on a given day. After 10 months of Covid and its disruption of daily life, I have to imagine that more and more people are thinking, 'let's just get this whole leader of the country thing ironed out and move on.' But again, DJT has his own unique style and giving up is not in his wheelhouse. Will the ongoing refusal to validate the results - which after numerous recounts and failed legal challenges appear fairly legit - ultimately destroy our collective faith in democracy as some pundits have suggested? Doubtful. It certainly doesn't help, but once the transfer of power finally takes place and Biden finally takes office, people will mellow out a bit - and slowly forget why they were so angry.
tri-state
politics
with Bryan Fox
Acceptance will set in at some point. Trust me, if the Covid situation starts to improve once the vaccines arrive, the mood of the country will improve, too. Unless the Democrats win the Georgia Senate runoff elections - then things could remain dicey, regardless. It just doesn't seem like the U.S. - as divided as it is - will be cool with one party holding all the cards for the next four years. But all that remains to be seen. Maybe 2021 holds great promise or maybe we're completely headed down the crapper, I don't know. What I do know - or am confident about - is that Trump is history (for now) barring some sort of divine intervention. He may well be back in four years, but I do believe I hear the fat lady singing and it's time to exit stage door left - oops, right. Kudos to all the MAGA supporters for hanging in there so long and continuing to back your guy despite the writing on the wall written in 1000 point font. How big is that, by the way? Billboard size? Anyhow, let's all take a deep breath (figuratively speaking, of course - it's not advisable to inhale these days) and chill for a bit.
Whether you like him or not, you must admit that Congressman Larry Bucshon has served the 8th district in Washington at the very least, honorably. While not the most exciting guy out there - he never headed a committee or was ever on the Sunday morning talk shows - he was also never caught up in any controversy. Bucshon was just elected to serve a sixth term in congress by defeating his opponent with over 2/3 of the vote. You can argue that Bucshon has turned the 8th district from a swing district to a solid R. They used to call this district "the
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bloody 8th" back in the day. Bucshon recently said that he hasn’t decided if he will seek reelection for a
NEWS4U JANUARY 2021 | OPINION
MAYBE I'M JUST GETTING OLD... with Johnny Fletcher
New year, new complaints First of all, I'd like to say what a privilege it was to entertain my many fans
Now, on to my first insignificant complaint of 2021... Let's call it 'Hey, your
throughout a very difficult 2020. Clearly, all nine of you (I never quite
car's too big.' See, I drive a fairly compact vehicle. Yes, it's a four-door deal
reached double-digit readership) needed me more than ever as evidenced
but not in an obnoxious way and it certainly doesn't take up much space,
by the emotional meltdowns suffered when News 4U took the month of
comparatively speaking. But unfortunately, the majority of people on the
May off due to the pandemic. Apologies for not visiting any of you in the
road these days - presumably because this is America and by god, it's our
hospital but with Covid restrictions and all, a personal appearance was
right - are tooling around in tanks that guzzle gas like nobody's business.
simply out of the question. But have no fear, J-Fletch is here and good to
That's bad enough but here's what really gets my goat (mandated old guy
go in 2021; and now that I'm even older, the pointless complaints will only
reference): when I purposely park far away from the entrance to a restaurant
ramp up. In fact, I vow to double down on the minutiae of my daily life - full-
or store with free spaces on either side only to return and find that I'm now
on Larry David. Or to put it another way, you know those periodic mundane
sandwiched by gigantic boats completely blocking my vision as I blindly
shots of employees working at their desks interspersed throughout each
inch my way back out, hoping against hope that my car isn't T-boned in the
episode of The Office? I'm referring more to the original British version of
process. Nope, not a fan of that. I should throw in - for good measure - that
the show which really delighted in highlighting the daily drudgery of a 9-5
I'm also not thrilled with the number of enormous pick-up trucks on the
job. Regardless, that's what I promise to bring to you in the New Year - little
streets always bearing down on me like I'm putt-putting around in grandma
moments of mundanity to keep you grounded. As always, you're welcome.
mode (or grandpa, I don't wish to offend). Hey, my KIA can move, baby. Just take it easy, big fellas.
seventh term. Well, Mr. Bucshon, after serving 12 years in congress it’s time to
County Sheriff Dave Wedding.
hang it up. Wedding, who recently switched parties, hasn’t been shy about discussing his Since congress will never vote to give themselves term limits, it’s up to the
future political ambitions. While there was speculation he might make a run
voters or the congressmen themselves to make the ultimate decision to step
for the state senate, Wedding should set his ambitions higher and make a run
aside. And in my view, 12 years in an elected position is enough to try and
for congress.
make a difference. He’s good in front of a camera, he’s well-known, and he can win. No one dared The Republican big wigs in the district should encourage Bucshon to step
challenge Wedding when he ran for reelection.
aside so they can have time to recruit the best candidate to replace him. In my view - and during this time of the "defund the police" rhetoric - there would
All of this hinges on Bucshon and his decision. The door should be wide open
be no better candidate to run for congress in the district than Vanderburgh
for a Congressman Wedding if Bucshon exits.
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WHEN LATE NIGHT THOUGHTS ARE
BOURN RNE RNE
with Freddie Bourne
day came, graduated with honors, job
repeat the cycle again when a trigger of
what is happening around us.
contract signed, rented a house, moved
undesirable thoughts began to trickle
to Pennsylvania. Here I come, Amish!
its way back into the noggin. I moved
I lived carefree for a majority of my time
from one safe career to the next because
in these short and partially-privileged
Then my grandmother died. A week
I was afraid of losing something else I
28 years, usually finding worry in the
later, my mother is found dead on the
loved. Before broadcasting could tell
most mundane events - not receiving a
back porch.
me that there was an end date, I beat it
text from the six-month love of my life at
to the punch and ran away.
closed up before winter; and, of course,
To say I was lost is an understatement.
the disagreements with teachers giving
To say I was lost is far from the current
in order to ensure these continuous
me a grade of an 89, when it very well
truth. I’ve felt nonexistent since then.
anxieties would not play out like the
should have been a 90. How dare they!
I wake up most days feeling like I am
reality shows or the apocalypse films.
simply an observer in my own world -
Obviously, this isn’t the case.
age 16; my high school band made up of uninspired souls breaking up before the big gig at the coffeehouse that
COVID has brought uncertainty. I always assumed that we lived in a place where our overall infrastructure was built
This followed throughout my college
like I am hovering around and I’m not
years; honestly, one of the most
really here. They say you lose a part of
The numbers keep going up and, while
prominent times in exploring my
yourself when those you love pass on.
the number of deaths is low, there’s still
individuality. I finally learned what I was
But they don’t tell you that you begin to
deaths. Lives cut too short. Lives that
capable of, challenged myself through
fear everything.
had more to offer the world. Folks that
massive all-nighters, and hustled in
will never reach the end of their goals.
every opportunity. I had dreams of
Don’t get me wrong. I am content
working in broadcasting, becoming the
with my life, but I realized that I settled
COVID taught me to live. Find a way
next Howard Stern while looking like
when I needed to. I had to take care
to do what you love. Be happy, not
Napoleon Dynamite (in order to please
of myself. I was drinking, three-days
content.
the young demographic). Graduation
straight awaiting blackout, only to
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’ve never been one to have fear in
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NEWS4U JANUARY 2021 | MUSIC REVIEWS
MILEY CYRUS Plastic Hearts RCA Records From country to pop to now rock, Miley Cyrus can slay any genre she tackles. And she is giving us major 80's rockstar vibes with the powerful Plastic Records which was quickly met with praise, debuting at number two on the Billboard 200. It's not surprising when she recruits rock legends like Joan Jett and Stevie Nicks to duet with her. Lead single “Midnight Sky” is a fierce rock anthem about her being a powerful woman on her own after two breakups over the last year: “I was born to run/ I don’t belong to anyone.” We love an independent woman. And a bonus version featuring Nicks is also included as “Edge of Midnight.” I’ll gladly take two. Cyrus also collaborates with Dua Lipa on “Prisoner,” giving us a gorgeous glam rock song we didn’t know we needed, but surprisingly deserve. Not to mention, a music video of them partying on an 80's tour bus stabbing heart-covered teddy bears and soaking themselves in maraschino cherry juice. Cyrus’ artistry is truly unparalleled and she brings the heat like a Baked Alaska. - Marisa Patwa
TAYLOR SWIFT evermore Republic Records Less than five months after releasing her eighth studio album, Folklore, Taylor Swift sent 2020 out with a bang, dropping evermore on December 11. It's the perfect follow-up to the folksy, coffee shop collection of songs she released last summer. This sister album delves deeper into Swift’s newfound interest in the indie sound, giving us alternative and chamber rock. And her intentions behind the album are pure - trying to lift people’s spirits during a lonely time, especially in the midst of the pandemic. Lead single “Willow” is a gorgeously gothic song with a rhythmic beat that makes you feel like a wanderlust-filled traveler. Another standout is the heartbreaking “evermore,” featuring Bon Iver. The National also delivers in “Coney Island” while Haim surprises in “No Body, No Crime.” I love that the multi-talented singer is experimenting with artists in the indie genre and giving them a chance to showcase their talents. While I will always be a bigger fan of Taylor’s girl-power pop anthems over her country or indie music, this is a sweet display of talent and the songs are truly soothing to the soul. Fingers crossed for a 10th album drop later this year. - Marisa Patwa
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SHAWN MENDES Wonder Island Records Finally, we get the collaboration we’ve always thirsted for - two Canadian popstars joining forces - with Justin Bieber bringing his silky vocals to “Monster” on Shawn Mendes' fourth studio release, Wonder. The singers bare their souls, recounting harrowing experiences growing up with the pressures of the spotlight. Mendes reveals, “You put me on a pedestal and tell me I’m the best/ Raise me up into the sky until I’m short of breath” while Bieber laments, “Take responsibility for everything I’ve done/ Holding it against me like you’re the Holy One.” The music video is raw, featuring just the two of them letting the world know they're human, too, under dark, smoky lighting. I hear you boys. “Teach Me How To Love” is a fun, playful beachy song, while “24 hours” is a whimsical love song. Mendes also treats us to a holiday track featuring flame Camilla Cabello with “The Christmas Song.” Fourth time's the charm - Wonder gives us the stripped down version of Mendes we’ve all been craving. - Marisa Patwa
DEATH CAB FOR CUTIE The Georgia EP Atlantic Records While 2020 was a trying time for all, the announcement of acclaimed indie-pop outfit Death Cab for Cutie's Georgia EP served as a glimmering light at the end of the tunnel. The Bandcamp exclusive release benefits Fair Fight Action, the Stacey Abrams-founded organization that combats voter suppression, devoting its journey to an idiosyncratic collection of cover songs of Georgia-based bands - ranging from 90’s R&B soul sisters TLC to the psychedelic crew Neutral Milk Hotel - that comes off as a beacon of hope in the world through means of atmospheric reminiscences of earlier works of Panda Bear, opening up the heavens with a simple pound at the piano, and bright yet simple guitar arrangements interwoven in each track. While all the songs pay incredibly close tribute to the original melodies, the subtle hints of ambient swirls found in Cutie’s typical indietronica world in the first half are met with an audacious shift into the grain and distortion of organized somber chaos with a roaring addition of industrial drums, making the band's sound well-recognizable and more. Particularly, Gibbard’s vocals are truthful while thought-provoking and take us through an expedition; singing at first rather optimistically about change, only to return us to the current reality, reminding us there is much work to be done to see a transformation. - Freddie Bourne
THE NETWORK Money Money 2020 Pt II: We Told Ya So! Warner Records, Inc. A year before Green Day released their classic album American Idiot, they let loose and recorded a goofy new wave album. Operating under the name The Network, and trying their best to be anonymous, the band donned disguises and adopted stage names and released Money Money 2020, an album perhaps accidentally more punk than American Idiot. Now that there is a global pandemic, amongst other general discomfort in 2020, The Network have returned after a 17 year hiatus with the appropriately-timed sequel. Disclaimer, it’s not that great of an album (unsurprising), and the first track is truly terrible, but some of the songs absolutely slap. At the very least, Pt II is better than Green Day’s last several albums, and worth checking out for “Ivankkka is a Nazi” alone. - Russ Finn
ADRIANNE LENKER Songs/Instrumentals 4AD Look, I know that everyone loves that Taylor Swift Folklore album, and I’m not going to badmouth it in any way. But I will say, what you ought to be listening to is Adrianne Lenker’s Songs instead. It’s the same album - acoustic guitars, pretty songs, but guess what? Lenker is the best folk songwriter around right now. It was already evident in the four albums she’s released with her band Big Thief, but Songs (released alongside an additional album, Instrumentals) further cements Lenker’s status. I’m not kidding, Lenker is one of the best living lyricists; it’s almost not fair how talented she is. If you like Folklore, keep liking it, that’s fine. I’m just trying to help you. Listen to “Anything” by Lenker right now, then listen to everything she’s ever done. - Russ Finn
DAY CUBE Liikewise Self-Released Athens, Georgia musician Thomas Wilcox has been self-releasing albums under the moniker Day Cube for 20 years. The prolific artist offers an array of synthwave and folk over the course of 12 albums that delve into both experimental and pop alike. Liikewise, the latest effort from Wilcox, is easily a highlight in his catalogue, delivering an eclectic and thoughtful mix of experimental pop songs that recall 80's new wave and post-punk, with dashes of Radiohead, Panda Bear and Toro y Moi thrown in. But make no mistake, Wilcox very much has his own thing going on. Following last year’s acoustic That Which Is Ours, it’s nice to see Day Cube return with a project this bold. - Russ Finn
REA GARVEY Hy Brasil Island Records The 47-year old Irish-German musician debuts his fifth electronically-influenced solo album, which is against-type of his roots in rock music with his band Reamonn. The Voice of Germany judge has been known to experiment since his first solo effort in 2011 but Hy Brasil tends to stretch farther, more into odd genre-bending material such as the Kygo meets Chainsmokers anthem “Talk to Your Body,” the technocumbia bop “Hey, Hey, Hey,” and the Walk the Moon-lite “Caramel.” Hy Brasil, while pleasant, is indeterminate pop. It sounds as if Glen Hansard recreated his Once soundtrack as an urban retelling. The experience leaves you with a question mark; while Garvey continues to upkeep his rockstar appearance, the authentic swagger and rhythmic flow in the project is undeniable. I find that fans of the club scene will get down with some of the record on the dance floor, only to become emotional when listening to Garvey’s narratives of fame, flaws, and loss in the coming days. - Freddie Bourne
Blues with Bragin MICK KOLASSA If You Can’t Be Good, Be Good At It Endless Blues Records Blues legend "Michissippi Mick" is back and bringing the funk with album opener “I Can’t Help Myself” featuring superb bass from Bill Ruffino and organ from Rick Steff. “Lo and Behold,” a James Taylor cover, starts off like an a cappella Gospel hymn before the top-notch musicianship comes in, including blistering guitar from Kolassa and backup vocals from Tullie Brae. The title track starts with great drumming from John Blackmon as Kolassa sings about trying to behave, but having a good time doing the wrong thing. “A Good Day for the Blues” finds Kolassa singing a ballad about falling on hard times and boasts stellar guitar playing reminiscent of Stevie Ray Vaughan. The harmonica from Eric Hughes and violin from Alice Hasen on “I’ve Seen” fit well with Kolassa singing about witnessing great things.“We Gotta,” a jazz inspired tune, feels like something that belongs in an old dance club. The trumpet from Marc Franklin and saxophone from Kirk Smothers take the tune to another level. On “Sweet Tea” Kolassa sings about perhaps the most famous non-alcoholic beverage in the blues world. For more info, visit mimsmick.com. - Paul Bragin
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JANUARY BEER REVIEWS This month’s beers are available depending on supply & demand at all 10 Liquor Locker locations. Visit our website at www.Liquor-Locker.com. PLATFORM CARAMELICIOUS MILK STOUT
YAZOO CINNAMON MILK STOUT
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 3
Pours black with a nice light brown head. A hint of cinnamon is evident on the nose as well as some notes of chocolate. The cinnamon is heavy on the palate and throughout the finish. There isn’t much malty sweetness in this, which leaves a little too much cinnamon bitterness for my taste. I also found it to have a bit of a thin mouthfeel for such a dark beer. Still, if you love cinnamon, you might want to give this a try.
PAUL BRAGIN - 3
A decent tan head tops this black milk stout and never totally evaporates. The nose offers a combination of cinnamon used during brewing as well as sweet scents from the malts. The malt sweetness hits the tongue first, but roasted malt flavors and cinnamon notes come through in the beer’s long finish. Pair it with a dessert like pumpkin pie to accentuate the cinnamon flavor or use it as an ingredient in a pumpkin pie recipe.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4
This beer pours a dark brown, almost black color. It has a light spicy aroma of malt and cinnamon and a light bodied flavor with malts and cinnamon and a touch of hops. Not too sweet and easy to drink. Very similar to a Guinness as it has that creamy mouthfeel.
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PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4
Pours black with a thin caramel-tinted head. Strong notes of chocolate and coffee on the nose. Once it hits the palate, the chocolate flavor intensifies, and it finishes with a nice hint of vanilla. It has a slight stout bitterness, a touch of sweetness, and a hint of warmth from the 7.1% ABV. An overall good winter beer.
PAUL BRAGIN - 3.5
NEW BELGIUM HIGHER PLANE IPA
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 3.75
A vigorous pour yields a hazy orange color with a thick head. Aromas of citrus, most notably grapefruit, on the nose. With this IPA, the grapefruit notes are very complementary. On the palate you add significant notes of tangerine as well as some malty sweetness. It finishes with just a slight bitterness. This tasty Imperial IPA is wellbalanced and packs a powerful punch at 8.5%.
A thick tan head crowns this opaque milk stout when poured in a traditional English pub glass. Very sweet scents from the malt, lactose and caramel fill the nose. The beer hits the tongue with a smooth mouthfeel, followed by sweetness and a good amount of roasted malt in the long finish. Pair it with spicy foods for a nice contrast or your favorite dessert, especially a big slice of chocolate cake with ice cream.
PAUL BRAGIN - 4.25
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 5
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4.5
This is a black beer with a dark tan head. It's my kind of crazy beer with a bunch of different flavors. I can smell the sweet malts and taste the roasted malts and hints of coffee and chocolate. I can also taste the sweet caramel which contributes to the appeal of this beer. I haven’t given out very many 5 ratings but this latest Platform creation truly deserves it.
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A thick white head forms on this IPA and stays for a long time. As soon as the can opens, the scent of hops comes, with strong fruit notes and a lesser amount of pine. Likewise, the hop presence remains with the first tasting of the beer and continues in the very long finish. Pair it with a variety of foods like blue cheese, salad, herbrubbed meat and sweet chocolate cake.
This beer pours a cloudy, golden orange color with a small, off-white head of foam and decent carbonation. I can smell the grapefruit, pineapple, orange and toasted caramel. The flavors of this beer are very interesting as I can taste sweet tropical fruit with piney bitterness and a toasted caramel backbone.
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BREWDOG ELVIS JUICE
is the dominant flavor on the palate, which an IPA enthusiast will likely not appreciate, as it covers up the flavors imparted by the hops. If you are a fan of shandys you might like this, although I would argue that a shandy should not be made with an IPA, as I do not think the grapefruit is complementary to the IPA bitterness.
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 3
Pours a slightly hazy, mahogany color with a nice head. Strong aromas of grapefruit juice hide the typical IPA hoppiness. Grapefruit juice
PAUL BRAGIN - 4.25
A thick white head rests on this IPA and takes its time evaporating. A strong burst of grapefruit used during the brewing process floods the nose. The first sip of the beer seems mild, but the grapefruit
flavor eventually returns and stays in the extended finish. People who enjoy fruity IPAs will definitely want to drink this. Pair it with chicken with avocado and lime salsa or a tangy and salty goat cheese.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4.5
This is a clear, amber-colored beer. It has a strong aroma of grapefruit with a little bit of hops and a bitter grapefruit flavor. This beer is nicely balanced and not too sweet. Overall, this is a very drinkable IPA - not overwhelming and goes down smooth. Plus, it has an ABV of 6.5%. A good beer with an odd name.
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NEWS4U JANUARY 2021 | LOCAL HAPPENINGS
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