NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | TABLE OF CONTENTS
A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR 6 It was just about a Year ago...
MARCH 2021
TABLE OF CONTENTS
BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT 44 Lillie, LLC
CUISINE & DINING 18 Clean Bite Life 19 Coupons 20 Grubhub It!
ENTERTAINMENT
FEATURES & UPCOMING EVENTS
8 10 12 14
3rd Street Saloon opens in Boonville Check out the Tri-State's Hottest New Bar!
22 In Town & Around 28 Music: Stolen Remains 30 Music: Timothy Seed 31 Music: Anosta Boss 32 Music: Trust Me I'm A Masochist 34 Music: The Rock & Metal Profs 35 Books: Wanted in Indiana 36 Podcast Corner 37 Screen Time 38 True Crime Junkie 40 Fake News from the Tri-State 41 A Fake Conversation...
LOCAL HAPPENINGS St. Patrick's Day Party Checklist Where to go for Your Irish Fix
46 VHS Animal Spotlight 47 VHS Adoption Spotlight 48 Tri-State Pet Pics 58 Ask an Attorney 60 Mug Shots
OPINION Top 10 Ways to Spring Break in 2021
Things to do in the Time of Covid
50 The Pros & The Cons 50 Tri-State Politics 51 Maybe I'm Just Getting Old 52 When Late Night Thoughts are Bourne
REVIEWS Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra March Performance The EPO presents Fairytale Fantasia
54 Music 56 Beer
SPORTS
42 Evansville Adult Recreational Baseball
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A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR
I
t was just about a year ago that life as we knew it in the tri-state
one should ask in an editorial piece during such a difficult time.
came to a screeching halt thanks to Covid-19. However, March
Seriously, I wouldn't doubt if it's 2022 before crowds can safely
of 2020 proved to be just the tip of the iceberg. Here we are
gather again - though many people that I've talked to target the
12 months later, still dealing with the impact of the pandemic -
summer as a potential new beginning. That would rock but I'm
the death count continues to rise and the economic fallout looks
not holding my breath. Hey, you know what else would rock? If
to be far-reaching and long-lasting. And yet, there's hope. The
everyone would go out and support local businesses whenever
vaccine roll-out is now in full force and apart from some early
possible, especially with St. Patrick's Day on the agenda this
hiccups, there's optimism that a corner is being turned. Sure, a
month. We've got a party checklist featuring our favorite area
decent percentage of tri-staters - and Americans as a whole - will
establishments that you should definitely visit if you're feeling
opt out for various reasons but at least something is being done
up to it. And speaking of hotspots, we've got the scoop on 3rd
to put a dent in the situation. But the question remains: When will
Street Saloon, an amazing new two story bar in Boonville that's
things get back to "normal" - whatever normal looks like in the
the talk of the (small) town. All that and so much more awaits
age of the pandemic? Heck if I know. Just seems like something
inside so you better get to flipping, eh?
GREAT
STEAKS
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FRESH
SEAFOOD
Open daily for guests of all ages National Pie Day on March 14
Enjoy a slice of any pie and a small coffee for $5.00
St. Patrick’s Day Specials on March 17
Corned Beef Reuben Sandwich, side and drink for $12.50
A convenient dining option, just steps away from the casino floor. RESTAURANT HOURS: WEDNESDAY THRU SUNDAY | FROM 11AM BAR HOURS: DAILY | 7AM – 3AM OPEN THURSDAY, FRIDAY & SATURDAY FROM 5PM
Must Be 21 Years of Age or Older to Dine at Tap House.
Call (812) 433-4333 or make your reservation or any time at OpenTable™.
St. Patrick’s Day Specials on March 17: • Reuben Egg Rolls • Beer Cheese Soup with Pretzel Croutons • Guinness Beef Stew with Mash Potatoes • Chocolate Sundae with Bailey’s Sauce
Live music at Cavanaugh’s Piano Bar provided by regional musicians. MARCH 4, 5, 11, 18, 19, 25 – Andrea Wirth MARCH 6, 12, 13, 20, 26, 27 – Kasey Todd
L! ST. PATRICK’S DAY BEER SPECIA
HOUSE IRISH RED BREWED BY ST. BENEDICT’S BREW WORKS – $3.00 TH PER PINT ON MARCH 17 ONLY.
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FACE MASKS ARE REQUIRED FOR ALL GUESTS.
CASINO ACTION WITH LOTS OF SLOTS AND LIVE TABLE GAMES!
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | SPECIAL FEATURE
BRAND NEW BOONVILLE BAR BOASTS JAW-DROPPING RENOVATION OF TWO-STORY BUILDING, SPECTACULAR VIEW
When KC Chesser and Chad Brady, owner and general manager,
venue. That project involved custom woodworking and tile for the
respectively, of KC's Time Out Lounge, KC's Corner Pocket, KC's
front bar with eye-popping mirrors for an overall stunning look.
Marina Pointe and Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill, first laid eyes
"Every day we get a compliment on it so we had to replicate it [at
on the building that previously housed Tavern on the Square in
3rd Street Saloon]," Brady notes.
Boonville, they knew it would serve as the ideal spot for their latest nightlife venture. What the longtime business partners didn't
Smartly, Chesser and Brady opted to retain some of the charm
realize at the time was just how much work it would take to achieve
of the building's history, rehabbing a Brunswick bar that was still
their vision. But boy, was it worth it. "The place was in bad shape,"
hanging around and installing it upstairs. "We couldn't find any
Brady recalls. "After construction started it quickly became clear
paperwork on it, but it's old," Brady explains. "I've got a photo
that this wasn't going to be a simple re-model; we had to gut it
from between 1920-1950 when it was Larry's and you can see
all down to the walls. Literally, we put in brand new electric, brand
the same bar in the background." In addition, a neon sign was
new plumbing, floors. And now, in my opinion, this is the nicest
salvaged from the period when the Golden Oak Saloon called the
place from Evansville all the way to Louisville."
building home and hung with pride - with a small yet important modification (see picture). While these respectful nods to the past
Just recently opened, 3rd Street Saloon has added an exciting
help to preserve the legacy of the former businesses, 3rd Street
new dimension to the Square, attracting lots of new faces to
Saloon aims for a modern feel all its own, absolutely oozing with
Boonville's main drag - all eager to check out the jaw-dropping
atmosphere. And the effort hasn't gone unnoticed. "When people
transformation of one of the town's most storied buildings. The
saw the pics we were posting online [during construction], they
design, conceived by Chesser and Brady with assistance from
couldn't believe how we brought the place to life," Brady says.
Lamar Architecture & Design, incorporates some of the features that make Bud's on Franklin Street in Evansville such a standout
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Of course, no respectable nightlife venue is complete without
some form of weekend entertainment. Patrons of Bud's, Marina Pointe and Timeout Lounge, in particular, have become accustomed to fullblown band performances over the years, but according to Brady, the vibe of 3rd Street Saloon is intended to be a bit more chill, focusing on two-piece acoustic spotlights. Food-wise, the menu is reportedly inspired by Chef James Shemwell's creations at Bud's - but "totally different" apart from the lunch specials. "It's going to be a big twist on what we have served before - you're going to be able to enjoy such unique items as a Grippos-dusted chicken sandwich and Gripposdusted pork tenderloin," Brady says. "And the drink menu will be just as good with both traditional and unique options." But despite all the attention directed at 3rd Street Saloon, Brady is quick to give props to the new bar's neighbors, including Stoner's Grill, Commander's Grill and Yesterdaze Bar & grill - all of which he hopes will benefit from increased foot traffic. "I think we'll feed off of each other," he says. "We've made friends with all of them - they're all great people." And the same goes for local gift shops and other family-run businesses that should see a spike in sales with more people drawn to the Square and, subsequently, other areas of Boonville. It's all about the greater good of the community - about helping each other succeed. And last but not least, there's the view. Looking out the windows of 3rd Street Saloon at the architectural beauty of the Boonville Court House is a major perk of visiting this incredibly cool bar. Put it all together and. as Brady sees it, there's every reason to motor pronto and spend some time at Boonville's newest hangout. "People are pumped - it's definitely the talk of the town."
3RD STREET SALOON IS LOCATED AT 118 S. 3RD ST. IN BOONVILLE. FOR MORE INFO, FOLLOW 3RD STREET SALOON ON FACEBOOK.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | SPECIAL FEATURE
3RD STREET SALOON
ST. PATRICK'S DAY
PARTY Che
cklist
ANNUAL CELEBRATION OF IRISH CULTURE PROVIDES PERFECT EXCUSE TO GET OUT AND HAVE SOME FUN
118 S 3RD STREET / BOONVILLE, IN
BOKEH LOUNGE
1007 PARRETT ST / EVANSVILLE, IN
BUD'S ROCKIN' COUNTRY BAR & GRILL
2124 W FRANKLIN ST / EVANSVILLE, IN
CARSON'S BREWERY
2404 LYNCH RD / EVANSVILLE, IN
GERST HAUS
2100 W FRANKLIN ST / EVANSVILLE, IN
KC'S CORNER POCKET
1819 N FULTON AVE / EVANSVILLE, IN Some holidays, regardless of origin, are truly embraced by everyone and St. Patrick's Day is a prime example, having become a global cause for celebration that unites all in the pursuit of green beer and Irish culinary delights. But mostly the beer, right? And it's always a welcome respite from the bleak days of winter; arriving mid-March (on the 17th, to be exact), it signals the coming of spring, infusing partygoers with a warm, fuzzy feeling (translation: pleasant buzz) that's a cure-all for the cold weather blues. The joy that St. Patrick's Day embodies is especially welcome this year considering what everyone's been through over the last 12 months. No matter your cultural background, this all-inclusive holiday is a perfect excuse to get out and live a little - safely, of course. Please respect Covid protocols, in other words. But don't let the need to mask-up stop you from joining in on all the St. Patrick's Day fun! To help you celebrate this beloved annual holiday in style, we've put together a checklist featuring our favorite tri-state bars and restaurants. Each time you visit one of the locations listed below, simply mark it off and head to the next destination. Keep in mind that while St. Patrick's Day falls on a Wednesday this year, many places will serve green beer and Irish food all week. ENJOY!
KC'S TIME OUT LOUNGE
1121 WASHINGTON SQ / EVANSVILLE, IN
KIPPLEE'S
2350 E DIVISION ST / EVANSVILLE, IN
LEROY'S TAVERN
2659 MOUNT VERNON AVE / EVANSVILLE, IN
Obrian's Sports Bar & Grill
1801 N GREEN RIVER RD / EVANSVILLE, IN
ROCA BAR NORTH
12301 HIGHWAY 41 NORTH / EVANSVILLE, IN
SMITTY'S
2109 W FRANKLIN ST / EVANSVILLE, IN
SPORTSMAN'S
2315 W FRANKLIN ST / EVANSVILLE, IN
TJ'S STOCKYARD INN
1217 BAKER AVE / EVANSVILLE, IN
TROPICANA EVANSVILLE
421 NW RIVERSIDE DR / EVANSVILLE, IN
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | SPECIAL FEATURE
SPEND THE NIGHT AT A HOTEL
TOP 10 WAYS TO
SPRING BREAK
2021
in
Covid may have changed the game, but you can still safely enjoy your time off this year
Any other year, most families would be busy planning a Florida
01.
No doubt everyone's been going a bit stir crazy after spending so much time at home this last year. So even if it's just for one night, how about packing up a few belongings and reserving a stay at one of our many fine area hotels? A change of scenery can do the mind a world of good and chances are the accommodations will be a heck of a lot cleaner and nicer than your current situation. Just admit it.
02.
HIT SOME GOLF BALLS
This may sound a little odd, but there are few things more enjoyable and stress-relieving than swinging a golf club violently at a little white ball out in the fresh air. Sounds nuts, works wonders. Evansville has a number of driving range options - from Walther's to Tee Time and a few area courses. Best of all, you don't have to go chasing after your inevitably wild shots. Just grab another ball from the bucket and swing for the hills again.
getaway or some sort of vacay to take advantage of the annual week off for school kids during the latter stages of March. Not so much in 2021. The game has changed, unfortunately, with Covid stealing spring break's thunder a bit. But try not to let it get you down; there's still plenty of things to do right here in the tri-state from fun activities that will brighten up your afternoon to overnight adventures sure to cure the doldrums of being isolated for much of the past 12 months. But however you decide to spend spring break - which, locally, is scheduled for the week of March 21-27 - please do so safely. Covid aside, this is often the time of year when people make some really bad decisions in the name of letting off some steam. Hey, we've all been there. Just saying that it's always good to think twice before jumping off that balcony into the shallow pool below. That's sort of a metaphor but also kind of specific. Anyhow, here we go...
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03. Be Creative
You know that project you've been telling everybody about for the last year but never lifted a finger to complete? That album you were going to record, the quilt you were going to hand sew, the 1000-piece Jackson Pollack puzzle you were going to put together...etc. Well, that's what spring break's for - relieving the guilt of past failures. If nothing else, at least stop talking about said project.
04. Evansvil e
TAKE THE FAM TO ESCAPE
05.
HEAD UP TO NEW HARMONY You can never go wrong with a trip up north to the quaint town of New Harmony where everything just seems a little brighter and people seem a little friendlier. There are all sorts of sights to see - from the Roofless Church to the Athenium - as well as a beautiful state park to explore, plus impressive art galleries and unique local shops. And it's only a 40 minute drive.
08.Tour
FYI, we're talking about the business called Escape Evansville. We're not advocating for you to make a run for it with the kids in tow like you're fugitives from justice. All jokes aside, Escape Evansville is so much fun for the family. There are several escape rooms from which to choose, each with a different theme. But the goal is the same: work together to solve the clues that open the door to freedom. And you've got exactly one hour to make it happen. This is not only guaranteed to be a blast but will get the ol' noggin working again. Book now @ escapeevansville.com!
06.
HIT SOME TENNIS BALLS See the bit on hitting golf balls but substitute a racket and yellow balls. Actually, this is an even better activity for stress relief because not only can you take out some frustration on the aforementioned yellow balls but you can use it as an excuse to socialize with a friend outdoors. After all, someone's got to hit the ball back to you. Ideally, anyway.
FRANKLIN STREET BARS
Now, don't get us wrong. We're not telling you to drink your way through spring break. Granted, people have been doing that since the dawn of time - or whenever a week off in March first became a thing. But it's still a golden opportunity to hit all the hotspots that the west side of Evansville has to offer. Or just stroll up and down the strip if that suits you better. Either way, Franklin Street is one of the best places to be no matter the time of year. But especially during spring break.
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07. Read! NEWS 4U, PREFERABLY
You've been binging shows on Netflix like you've been hording toilet paper for the last year. Enough already. Take a timeout from the screen and grab something good to read. Even a magazine will suffice, hint, hint. Yes, we'd love for you to go hog wild paging through News 4U but a book would be ok with us, too. Just something other than text messages or silly memes. Get to it!
VOLUNTEER AT AREA ANIMAL SHELTERS
This is an absolute no-brainer. Nothing will make you feel better than spending an afternoon surrounded by furry friends that just want some lovin'. Not to mention that all of the area shelters have struggled to make up for the impact of Covid on their budgets - any assistance you can provide would be greatly appreciated. Check in with the VHS, WHS, It Takes A Village and other shelters to see what sort of help they need the most. Or just donate.
HANG OUT IN BOONVILLE AT THE 3RD STREET SALOON If you happened to check out our feature on the area's hottest new bar a few pages back, then you know why this is such a good idea. 3rd Street Saloon has upped Boonville's cool factor 10 fold with a two-story nightlife venue that's been completely renovated from top to bottom. Add in acoustic entertainment, an amazingly unique menu and a spectacular view and there's every reason to head there pronto. Of course, Boonville has a number of other great hometown bars to patronize along with lots of locally-owned shops to peruse. Might as well make it a full day adventure.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | UPCOMING EVENTS
Evansville
PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA
PRESENTS: FAIRYTALE FANTASIA VICTORY THEATRE (LIMITED AVAILABILITY) & LIVESTREAM MARCH 20 | 7 P.M. The 2020-21 EPO season heads into the homestretch with a live performance of Disney favorites
Just three concerts to go. The EPO's inaugural season with Music Director Roger Kalia at the helm has been a challenging proposition as a result of Covid safety protocols, but the tri-state's best orchestra has still managed to produce top-level performances whether in front of a limited Victory Theatre crowd or solely on LiveStream. Maintaining the expected excellence of the EPO while navigating the ever-changing landscape of the pandemic is something Kalia can truly be proud of - and he's saved the best for last with a final run of three exquisite programs beginning with Fairytale Fantasia on March 20, followed by Triumph & Celebration in late April and
the
season-ending
Fantasy
Night at the Phil at the beginning of May. Perfect for the whole family, Fairytale Fantasia promises an evening of Disney favorites including Dukas’ The Sorcerer’s Apprentice, Giacchino’s Music from Coco, Debussy’s Clair de Lune, Bach’s Toccata y Fuga, the opening of Fantasia and more, including Beethoven's "Allegro con brio" from Symphony No. 5 and selections from Stravinksy's The Firebird Suite (arranged by Schaffer). Fans of Disney music should know these pieces by heart as they play such an integral part of each film's soundtrack - and no doubt will be mesmerized by the EPO's dazzling interpretations of such iconic musical moments. It's truly a fantastic pairing! If you've yet to experience the Phil this year there's no better time to get in the loop as this month's concert is scheduled to include both limited seating opportunities at the Victory and a LiveStream option. Either way, we're just lucky that the music is still alive during this difficult time - a connection with the arts should be cherished now more than ever so don't miss out on one of the few live performances happening in March! To purchase tickets, call the EPO ticket office at 812-425-5050 or order online at evansvillephilharmonic. org. Tickets for the LiveStream concert are $15 for a single (device) ticket. Patrons must have a valid email address. The Victory Theatre is located at 600 Main St. in downtown Evansville.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | CUISINE & DINING
CLEAN BITE LIFE Healthy Cooking with Lindsay Rasure
After completing my first Whole30 program a couple years ago, it really opened my eyes to how sugar is added to everything. For example, why does Marinara sauce need cane sugar added to it? When I look for recipes now, I tend to just search Whole 30 right away so I know the recipe is going to be clean without any added sugars. I took our favorite Whole 30 Sloppy Joe recipe and put a twist on it. Do yourself a favor and make this delicious recipe! Since we added cheese it’s not Whole 30 anymore but well worth the indulgence!
SLOPPY JOE STUFFED MUSHROOMS ABOUT 6-8 SERVINGS
INGREDIENTS:
DIRECTIONS:
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2 lbs. gourmet stuffing mushrooms
1.
Lightly rinse and remove the stems of the mushrooms. Save the stems
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Goat cheese (LaClare Family creamery brand)
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Gruyere cheese
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2 lbs. grass fed ground beef
is hot, add olive oil, onions, and peppers. Sauté, stirring occasionally,
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2 tsp. olive oil
until onions start to soften (about 5-8 minutes).
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1 small yellow onion, diced
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1 small bell pepper, diced (any color, preferably organic)
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 6-ounce can no-salt-added tomato paste (preferably organic)
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¾ cup filtered water
sauce, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine. Continue to cook
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2 T. yellow mustard
over medium heat (about 10 minutes) until hot and ground beef is
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1 T. apple cider vinegar
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½ tsp. fish sauce (may substitute coconut aminos)
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½ tsp. paprika (smoked or sweet; I used smoked paprika)
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1½ – 2 tsp. salt
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¼ tsp. black pepper
to add to your meat mixture. 2.
3.
Place a large skillet over medium to medium-high heat. When the pan
Add ground beef, garlic, and mushroom stems. Use a large spoon to break up meat, cook, stirring occasionally until meat is browned and almost cooked through. About 8-10 minutes. Drain meat if desired.
4.
To the meat mixture, add tomato paste, water, mustard, vinegar, fish
cooked through and peppers are tender. 5.
Preheat oven to 375 degrees and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
6.
First stuff your mushroom with a small dollop of goat cheese (about ½ tsp.).
7.
Next, put in the Sloppy Joe mixture.
8.
Lastly, top the stuffed mushroom with a small square of Gruyere cheese.
9.
Once oven is preheated, bake the mushrooms for 20 minutes.
For more recipes or meal ideas you can follow Lindsay Rasure on Instagram: @cleanbitelife or her Facebook group: Clean Bite Life
NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | COUPONS
Acropolis Amy's on Franklin Archie & Clyde's Restaurant Backstage Bar & Grill Bandana's Bar-B-Q Bar Louie Big Bang Mongolian Grill Bits & Bytes BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse Bokeh Lounge Brew Brothers Tap House Burger Bank Cafe Arazu Carne Asada Cavanaugh's Chava's Mexican Grill Chicken 'N Salsa Chilly Willy's China Village COMFORT by the Cross Eyed Cricket Cork 'N Cleaver Corner Bar & Grill Cross Eyed Cricket Daily Grind Deerhead Sidewalk Cafe Donatos Pizza El Charro Mexican Restaurant El Patron Mexican Restaurant El Rio Mexican Cuisine Emge's Deli & Ice Cream Enigma Bar & Grill Farm 57 Fat Boys Pizza Fool Moon Grill & Bar Franklin Street Tavern Friendship Diner Gangnam Korean Cuisine GaylaCake Bakery Gerst Haus Gollita Peruvian Cuisine Gracie's Chinese Cuisine Granola Jar Hacienda Heady's Pizza Herradura Mexican Restaurant
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Hickory Pit Stop Highland Inn Honeymoon Coffee Café Hootie's Burger Bar Hothead Burritos Jalisco Mexican Restaurant Jeanne's Gelato & More Journey Fish Chicken Gyros Juicy Seafood Just Cookies Kabob Express Kipplee's Kite & Key Café Lamasco Bar & Grill Libby & Mom's Café Lic's Deli & Ice Cream Lin's Asian Express Little Angelo's Italian Restaurant Little Italy Restaurant Los Bravos Los Portales Los Tres Caminos Madeleine's Major Munch Mama's Kitchen Manna Mediterranean Grill Marx Barbecue Mele's Diner Merry-Go-Round Milano Italian Cuisine Nellie's Restaurant New Frontier Restaurant & Bar O'Brian's Sports Bar & Grill Old Mill Orange Leaf Parkway Pizza Pasqually's Pizza & Wings Philly Grill Piece of Cake Pie Pan Poké Pirate Poké River Prime Time Pub & Grill River Kitty Cat Café Riviera Grill Mexican Cuisine
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | IN TOWN & AROUND
PRESENTED BY:
IN TOWN & AROUND MONDAY, MARCH 1 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open Mic
KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky TJ's Stockyard Inn -- Stoney Wayne
TUESDAY, MARCH 2 O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free Pool 6:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- College Night w/ DJ & Karaoke 9:00 PM Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke
SATURDAY, MARCH 6 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh's Piano Bar) -- Kasey Todd 7:30 PM Kipplee's -- Tailgate Revival Acoustic Show 8:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Pop-Up Karaoke w/ Christina Carson's Brewery -- Comedy Headliner 9:00 PM 3rd Street Saloon -- Live Music TBA Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill -- Live Music TBA KC's Corner Pocket -- Karaoke & DJ Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/ Sparky TJ's Stockyard Inn -- Stoney Wayne 10:00 PM KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Live Music TBA
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 3 6:00 PM Bokeh Lounge -- Nick Hamilton 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 KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Karaoke & DJ Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke THURSDAY, MARCH 4 6:00 PM Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill -- College Night w/ Brad Lemmons KC's Corner Pocket -- College Night / Karaoke & DJ Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh's Piano Bar) -- Andrea Wirth 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 FRIDAY, MARCH 5 6:00 PM Tropicana Evansville (Cavanaugh's Piano Bar) -- Andrea Wirth 7:00 PM Carson's Brewery -- Hudsy 9:00 PM 3rd Street Saloon -- Live Music TBA Bud's Rockin' Country Bar & Grill -- Live Music TBA KC's Corner Pocket -- Karaoke & DJ
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STOLEN
REMAINS One of the tri-state's hardest rocking bands reforms, eyes live shows and new music The year was 2016 and everything was looking up for Stolen Remains. Or at least that's how it appeared from the outside. Having completed a brand new EP that not only rocked as hard as ever but also showed signs of growth with a greater sense of melody, particularly from a vocal standpoint, the Evansvillebased band seemed primed for something big. But, as singer Brandon Oost recalls, "that's when things started going south." Forevermore, despite being a step forward musically from their previous full-throttle, metal-tinged offerings, was never officially released and not long after, drummer Drew Gray departed, soon followed by Oost. And while guitarist Mike VanBibber and bassist Carlos Ross carried on for a bit with new members, the vibe was never quite the same; the two eventually moved on to a new groove-metal project, Dragumite, which is still active. Stolen Remains' premature exit from the local music scene left a major void, especially in terms of live performance. Driven by the band's bottom-heavy sound and Oost's crackling energy up front, their shows were pummeling spectacles that have been sorely missed. But all that's about to change. "I was the one who brought up the reunion conversation," Oost offers. "I've been showing my fiancée old videos of the band and thinking, damn, I miss this! I keep saying that I'm getting older and that I'm done with music, but it's never out of your blood."
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A reformation has reportedly been in the works for
still some of the old groups around that we jammed
a number of months, but Covid and the holidays
with back in the day," Oost notes. "Hopefully we can
derailed immediate plans for action. Now all four
reconnect with them as well as the new bands that are
members are healthy and focused on getting back
around. The way I always consider the scene, it's like
to base - to reclaiming their status as one of the tri-
a brotherhood; I don't like being competitive. I want
state's hardest rocking bands.
everybody to be in it for the same reason - to jam and have a good time."
But Oost also hopes to continue the musical development evident on Forevermore, to marry his evolving vocal approach with VanBibber's seemingly endless arsenal of gut-punching riffs. New music is on the agenda, in other words. "I still want to be aggressive and heavy, but I want to branch out a bit," he explains. "More the way we were leaning when I left [the band]. I was exploring my abilities rather than just being gruff - a more grown-up angle. But don't get me wrong, when you're up on stage and have that adrenaline pumping through you...I'm definitely going to let loose." First, however, the guys need to shake off the rust. Early February saw Stolen Remains reuniting for real,
From the sound of it, Stolen Remains are having a
setting up and resurrecting the old material together
blast so far revisiting their musical past while also
in a room - all the talk of a comeback manifesting into
plotting the road ahead - which includes navigating
a proper rehearsal with plenty more practice penciled
the changing social media landscape to properly
in over the coming days. There's ample time to get
promote the reunion. The band's long-running
things right, though. The dearth of venues currently
website is no more; instead, Oost has been busy
staging live entertainment due to the pandemic,
revamping their Facebook presence (scan the QR
while unfortunate, means the guys can proceed at
code at the bottom of the article to link to the new
their own pace and slowly get reacquainted with, and
Stolen Remains FB group page) with new photos to
reintegrated into, the local music scene. "There are
capture the look and feel of SR circa 2021. "It's time to start fresh and invite everybody along for the ride."
Stolen Remains
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TIMOTHY
SEED & HIS NORTH KOREAN INTERNET BAND
Familiar with an album that Steve Tyner of Black Cat Recording helmed for now-defunct Evansville rock band the Jangle Sheep, Bingham decided to give the in-demand local producer a call, ultimately booking three days in the studio late last October for the first in a proposed series of EPs, kicking things off with a trio of "very rudimentary songs, singer-songwriter stuff put through my filter and drawn from a few different influences." As Bingham tells it, he was going for a "western goth" sound on "God's Gift" while "Bradley Digs Graves" pays homage to legendary punk rockers The Cramps - albeit with a caveat: "I wanted it to be like a stoned-out version of the band; but they
Patoka multi-instrumentalist releases first in a proposed series of solo recordings reflecting various musical influences
were probably already stoned to begin with," he laughs. Then there's the cynical "Yoko Ono Girl" which unexpectedly features xylophone and is powered by a simple chugging guitar riff with echoes of Love & Rockets' "Kundalini Express." But while the musical comparisons are apparent, it's Bingham's deadpan,
About 45 minutes north of Evansville, 26-year-old Timothy
near-spoken word baritone vocals that help to create a sound
Bingham spends his days tending to his family's multi-
all his own. And as always, Tyner brings the very best out of the
generational farm, living a seemingly quiet life up in Patoka.
material; the guitars crunch, the bass punches and the drums
But looks can be deceiving. Because when Bingham's done
crack.
plowing the fields, he likes to plug in and kick out the jams, transforming into a virtual one-man band more than capable
With the recording process complete for the initial EP, Bingham
of bringing the noise. The multi-instrumentalist has played in a
still needed a name for his long-term project. His first choice,
series of bands over the years that have covered the spectrum
"North Korean Internet," was ultimately rejected as it didn't
of styles - from punk rock to Phish-inspired jams - but he's been
quite have the ring of a solo outing. He dug deep into his past
"eager to see how it sounds if I do it all by myself, to pursue a
for plan B. "My great-grandfather used to have a nickname for
solo project." He just needed a little help on the production end
me as a child - "Timothy Seed,"" he explains. "I thought it would
of things.
be fun to use that as a constant, as the mainstay, with "and His North Korean Internet Band" tacked on as kind of a joke since it's just me." As noted, there are several more Timothy Seed releases on the horizon. Bingham's already scheduled more studio time with Tyner in late July to document a collection of "heartland rock" songs inspired by the likes of John Mellencamp and Tom Petty followed by a Melvins-inspired drone-metal offering next winter as well as a batch of "shoegaze type material with a lot ethereal elements." This is one ambitious farmer, make no mistake.
The Timothy Seed EP is available on all streaming sites. For more info, follow Timothy Seed on Facebook.
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ANOSTA
BOSS Tri-state music collective readies release of debut EP with charitable intent
immediately came to mind. "Writing a vocal melody just seems to come second nature to him," he says. "I'd send
Nearly 15 years ago, Tell City's Matt Aldridge was employed
him a demo and a day later he'd have something. I don't
at a call center where he got to talking with a Russian
even have to question if it will work or not - he's quite good
woman living in New York. Her "intoxicating" accent and
with that." In return, Aldridge kindly donated a couple of
stern yet sweet demeanor really made an impression on
synthesizers to his buddy "just to start getting his hands dirty
him - but it was her name that truly stuck with the longtime
again, because I knew he was focused on his job [of late]
guitarist. So much so that when Aldridge commenced work
and not making too much music." Which could well come
on a new music project recently, he figured "Anosta Boss"
in handy as Anosta Boss moves forward; Aldridge totally
would make for the perfect moniker. "I thought it was just
digs crafting electronic soundscapes at home and imagines
the bee's knees," he says.
more keys will be involved in future writing sessions.
Currently killing it as the cook at the Pour Haus, Tell City's
But for the collective's debut EP, there's a definite nod to
popular nightlife venue, Aldridge has been playing music
indie/garage rockers White Denim with a "woke" Tom
for over two decades. Along the way he's accumulated a
Petty feel. It's an interesting mix of styles that called for
number of tri-state musician friends that he can call on in
professional assistance in the recording department.
a pinch - talented folks like Benji Koelling, Daine Goolsby
Aldridge duly contacted local producer Steve Tyner at Black
and Kyle Stallings, just to name a few. Call it a collective
Cat Recording and booked studio time in early January. "I'm
of artistic types who support each other's creative efforts.
very, very happy that I did, because Steve's one heck of a
Meaning it didn't take much convincing when Aldridge
guy," he shares. Reportedly, "a little more seasoning and
reached out for help to get his Anosta Boss project off the
overdubs" were added in late February and a release date
ground. "I'd been writing a lot of songs and hit Benji up -
set for March 5 on Bandcamp.
who I've known for 17 years - and was like, 'are you down to do this?,'" he recounts. A fantastic drummer who's featured
Apart from the collective nature of the writing and recording,
on various local recordings, Koelling quickly responded in
the truly cool thing about Anosta Boss is that Aldridge - who
the affirmative.
notes that music is "the first thing I do in the morning and usually the last thing before I go to bed" - intends to give
Aldridge next needed to secure a vocalist who could jibe
any proceeds from the EP to local animal shelters. "Even if
with the guitar-based rock vibe of the demos. Goolsby,
people hate it, that's fine by me if we can raise a few dollars,"
a former bandmate in the now-defunct Character,
he says. Class act.
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TRUST ME I'M A
MASOCHIST Evansville guitarist Brice "The Machine" Bolin bringing ambient djent project to life with debut EP It all began with a little fire and brimstone. Growing
While at Heritage Hills, Bolin became tight with
up in the tiny Indiana town of Gentryville, Brice Bolin
the handful of other musicians in his class and
spent much of his childhood front and center in a
together they frequented a place in Winslow called
Pentecostal church, taking in the melodramatic flair
Homeless Records where bands from around the
of his great-grandmother's preaching - all the while
area congregated and "we could just be exactly
more taken by the music that accompanied her
what we wanted to be." He even discovered musical
sermons. Soon enough, his dad taught him four-to-
interests beyond his beloved Korn, latching on to
the-floor drumming and later, a song on piano to play
the burgeoning alternative metal and post-hardcore
on Sundays. Bolin's family - all of which are musically-
movements in the form of Deftones, Glassjaw and
inclined - were suitably impressed. "They thought
At the Drive-In. By senior year, Bolin and his friends
I was a genius," he laughs. And that was before he
were itching to document their own take on the
learned bass guitar for band in middle school.
new sounds. "We recorded a 4-song live session at Sunlight Studios in Owensboro that turned out really
But while Bolin was showing promise on a number of
well," he says. "We had no goals [at that stage] except
instruments, he struggled to find musical focus until
to write good music - songs that were eight minutes
one fateful day in the mid-90's. "I came home from
long."
school and turned on MTV2 and saw a band called Korn," he recalls, still moved by the memory. "Their
Post-high school, Bolin continued to log countless
song "Clown" came on and that was it. I was like,
hours on guitar - a nearly all-consuming pursuit to
'this is what I want to do for the rest of my life - I want
become one with his chosen instrument. But that
to play guitar and play heavy metal.'" His dad once
pursuit needed a change of scenery, so in 2008 he
again proved a catalyst, gifting Bolin a subscription
headed south, setting up camp in Evansville where
to Guitar World magazine which he obsessed over,
Bolin quickly befriended local singer Cynthia Murray
religiously reading each issue from cover to cover.
and formed Tagari, a band likened to 90's post-grunge
Need more proof that heavy music had overtaken his
rockers Incubus but with female vocals. The highlight
life? "By the time I was a freshman [at Heritage Hills] I
of this unexpected musical union - which endured for
was writing "Korn" as my name on homework," Bolin
several years - was a coveted slot opening for Papa
humorously notes. "Teachers knew it was me."
Roach when the popular nü-metal quartet strode into town. But despite the success, Bolin felt an increasing
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urge to return to his roots. "I wanted to start playing
Machine" Bolin."
heavier music [again]," he recalls. "I can just write it - it Currently mid-way through the recording process, the
comes so naturally."
plan is for Arnold to track the drums last which means Bolin eventually landed in Dying Giant, a talented
that vocals are the next order of business. And since
groove-metal band that played around the tri-state
Bolin chooses to concentrate solely on the music side
for a decent stretch before fizzling out fairly recently.
of things, he's tapped two different singers, Jesse
In tandem, he began building up a huge catalog
Brown and Matt Blockley ("my dream vocalist"), to
of mind-blowing guitar riffs - some of which dated
fill the void. The former, a Jasper native, now lives in
back a decade or more - and, with some convincing,
Phoenix, while the latter resides thousands of miles
started sharing his ideas online, receiving fantastic
away in the United Kingdom. No worries; that's what
feedback from fellow musicians, particularly Dr.
technology's for, of course. These days, it's just a
Rendezvous drummer Tristan
matter of sending files back
Arnold who kept pushing to
and forth - a process that
be part of a possible studio
Tyner is more than capable of
project. Finally, Bolin agreed
coordinating. "Steve's been
it was time to take action and
great to work with," Bolin
contacted
producer
notes. "He's catered to my
Steve Tyner at Black Cat
work flow - that's the hardest
Recording.
thing when you get into the
local
studio. I've been recording From
a
gigabytes
whopping of
files,
my way for so long that it's
600
hard to change routines."
Bolin
plucked what he deemed his four best song ideas for
After some indecision about
the initial sessions. Pressed
what to call the project, Bolin
to describe the material, he
has reverted back to the
offers, "Tristan says it's ambient djent (a subgenre
original concept, Trust Me I'm A Masochist, which
of progressive metal). I don't consider it djent all
not only appropriately captures the mood of the
that much but I can see why other people would. I
music but should be easy to find in a Google search
stack reverb and delays during my clean parts - my
(though it may raise eyebrows for anyone perusing
favorite thing to do is get real ambient, earthy and
your browser history). He's hoping to have the EP
chill with pretty melodies in the verses, then go into
out by mid-May or June - by which time there might
heavy and angry choruses, blend the two together."
just be more opportunities for live performance if
Indeed, Bolin had a solid musical vision for the EP,
Covid cooperates. Flying either vocalist in for a show
meticulously laying down each section of guitar and
would likely be problematic, but that's a concern for
bass to achieve a rigid precision. "I do everything part
later. Right now Bolin's focused on completing the
by part and I then I copy and paste the rest of the
recording and working with Arnold to flesh out a full-
way through so it's perfect every time," he explains. "I
length follow-up from his mountain of riffs. "I think
want my stuff to sound like a machine. In fact, a really
Tristan and I will have an album written in a month or
good friend of mine started calling me Brice "The
two; we work well together."
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e
ROCK & METAL PROFS WITH MATT ALSCHBACH & DR. COURT LEWIS
Associate professors at Owensboro Community College and Pellissippi State Community College, respectively, Alschbach and Lewis host the popular podcast The Rock & Metal Profs: The History & Philosophy of Rock & Metal. Now they're bringing their keen insights to the pages of News 4U with a monthly deep dive into some of the best bands of the rock/metal genre and thoughts on music in general.
OBJECTIVITY
IN MUSIC
first hear them? You probably heard many of them when you were younger. They represent fun times, friends, loves, important events, and struggles. They serve as the standard to which you measure all other music, which is often why we don’t like new music. It never lives up to
We start each podcast with a claim that our goal is to be
the standards set when we were fifteen and hearing our
objective, but what does it mean to be objective? Simply
favorite band for the first time.
put, if you were asked, “What are the dimensions of this month’s edition of News 4U?”, you’d simply have to use
We recognize the tendency to only interpret music through
a ruler to measure the dimensions. A ruler is a tool for
our subjective pasts, and though it’s often difficult, we strive
objectively measuring something, which is different from
to step outside of these limits in order to experience the
when you subjectively guess about the dimensions. The
music objectively. To do so requires that you approach the
former is a matter of fact, while the latter is simply an
music as an investigator. Note the tunings, the themes, the
opinion from your subjective viewpoint.
musicianship, the simplicity or complexity, the variations, and influences. Even if it is something you’ve heard a
Our use of objective might strike some readers as odd,
thousand times, listen for “hidden” riffs and movements.
especially since we are discussing music. You’re probably
Doing so will help you enjoy and appreciate new and old
asking out loud: “Can music even be enjoyed objectively?”
music, because it allows you to see beyond and redefine
“Doesn’t the beauty and enjoyment of all music rest at the
your subjective standards that often limit your appreciation
subjective enjoyment of each listener?” “You’re kidding
of music.
me, right?!” So the next time you’re in the dumps about how new No, we are not kidding you, and the answers to your first
music doesn’t meet your subjective standards, go to your
two questions are “yes.” Objectively good music requires
local record store (there are several great ones in the tri-
that instruments be tuned in certain ways, rhythmic
state, like Atmosphere Collectables and Space Monkey
patterns maintained, singers hit certain notes. We always
Records in Evansville), grab a few new albums or CDs, and
enjoy music from a certain subjective viewpoint. Think
try listening to them objectively. Your new world of music
about your favorite songs, bands, albums. When did you
awaits.
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WANTED IN INDIANA:
INFAMOUS HOOSIER FUGITIVES BY ANDREW E. STONER
Veteran true crime author explores our state's long history of bad guys and gals on the run The pandemic, while incredibly difficult to live through,
was no doubt a gateway to documenting our most
has provided many of us with a lot of unexpected free
infamous Hoosier fugitives. Like John Dillinger - who
time. So if you're in need of a good read to while away
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a few hours - and interested in all things Hoosier-related
most notorious gangsters, he was accused of robbing 24
- then a new book from Arcadia Publishing should do
banks and four police stations, all the while managing to
the trick. Out March 15, Wanted in Indiana: Infamous
evade police for a year before being reeled in thanks to
Hoosier Fugitives explores our state's criminal history,
a hot tip and, ultimately, "justifiably" killed.
documenting a fascinating list of fugitives that many of us know little about - or not the full story, at least. Turns
But the Dillinger saga is just the tip of the criminal
out Indiana has been home to a number of high profile
iceberg. There are so many other compelling stories
bad guys and gals on the run over the years so there's
including the "Elwood gun girl" and two Lafayette youths
much to learn about in this major page-turner by veteran
who murdered the sheriff's deputing transporting them
true crime author, Andrew E. Stoner.
to prison. In addition, the book's promo touts that "one fugitive passed himself off as a small-town cop while on
Stoner, an Indiana native, is a former reporter for
the run, and a well-spoken Indiana killer became the
the South Bend Tribune as well as a former civilian
first fugitive captured as a direct result of the TV show
public information officer for the Indianapolis Police
America’s Most Wanted." Life on the run is a bitch, let's
Department. He's drawn from his background in
be honest. Stoner examines that side of the criminal
both arenas to pen nearly a dozen nonfiction books -
equation in intriguing detail, highlighting the wake of
particularly this latest effort which was at least partially
destruction that each Hoosier fugitive left behind in their
inspired by his experiences with the IPD. Being in the
inevitably failed attempt to stay one step ahead of the
loop of the state capital's day-to-day criminal happenings
law. Crime never pays, as they say.
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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.
HUBRIS: A 24 HOUR PODCASTING PROJECT (SSN 2 COMING SOON)
Coordinated by podcasting powerhouses Caroline Minks, Anne Baird, and Tal Minear (if you don’t know them, get to Twitter and enjoy the many hours of podcasts they collectively produce), HUBRIS is the result of a bunch of podcasters getting into teams to write, voice act, and sound design a short audio fiction based off a prompt given to every team. The prompt for the first round was the term “all-nighters” and the six teams created wildly different interpretations. Even the first two entries swing wildly from a sci-fi story about an astronaut in danger to a tale of an understudy practicing for a lead role overnight in a haunted theater. 24hourhubris.com
FAN WARS: THE EMPIRE CLAPS BACK (MID-SEASON HIATUS)
A romcom for the internet age, Fan Wars: The Empire Claps Back is a fiction podcast depicting the Skype conversations of Jackie and Steven, two major fans of Star Wars who come down on incredibly different sides about the quality of The Last Jedi. Their bickering slowly blossoms into a friendship, perhaps even more someday. Each bite-sized episode will leave one cackling and wanting to rewatch their favorite Star Wars flick. The show’s second anniversary is on the horizon with a special one-off episode to celebrate. Shenee Howard has pushed out the boat for both microfiction and romantic comedy in the audio sphere. A must-listen. allcapsexcited.com/fanwarspodcast
THE CRYPTONATURALIST (BI-MONTHLY)
This deceptively calming audio fiction series delivers fascinating tales of mythical creatures through the soothing narration of the titular character, a naturalist by way of cryptozoology. Each episode is packaged to feel like a David Attenborough nature documentary delivered by way of Bigfoot. The creatures are as fantastical as the host's voice is captivating. The show also features a wonderful break segment that spotlights short fiction and poetry in a similar manner to how Welcome to Night Vale showcases music in their Weather segment. I recommend starting from the first episode to hear a simple little concept blossom into a beautifully realized series. cryptonaturalist.com
BEYOND BEYOND BELIEF (COMPLETE)
Remember that old series Beyond Belief hosted by Johnathan Frakes? Each episode featured five eerie stories, some of which were based on real events, challenging viewers to guess which were fake. Beyond Beyond Belief gathered several friends to watch each episode, pausing just before the reveal to discuss each story and decide whether they believe it’s real or fake. A coin flip decides as well to see if the hosts’ guesses are any better than pure random chance. Simple in structure, hilarious in execution. A perfect example of a podcast that can have a limited lifespan and still be entertaining years down the line. beyondbeyondbelief.com
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Screen Time
with Marisa Patwa
MARCH MOVIE MADNESS: SCI-FI TEENS, AFRICAN PRINCES AND DUELING MONSTERS
COMING 2 AMERICA (3/5)
While sequels are usually hit or miss - especially ones made 30 years after the original - Coming 2 America is sure to be a solid runner-up, if not just as good as the 1988 classic comedy judging by the trailer. While one generation has grown up on the first film which followed a young Prince Akeem of Zamunda, played by Eddie Murphy, falling in love in Queens, a whole new one will get pulled into this follow-up. Arsenio Hall also reprises his role as Murphy’s sidekick Semmi and from the looks of it, they goof around in a few character roles. And the guest stars are not only fire, but truly modernize this story, from former SNL cast member Leslie Jones to comedy legend Tracey Morgan; even singer Teyana Taylor appears. Coming 2 America drops on Amazon Prime Video on March 5.
CHAOS WALKING (3/5)
Helping us fill the aching void for dystopian teen dramas is Chaos Walking, a film that's been years in the making but one that will have been worth the wait, I feel. I mean, who doesn’t want to watch two good-looking superheroes team up? And yes, I am talking about Star Wars’ Daisy Ridley and Spiderman’s Tom Holland. And while the plot seems thick - Ridley’s mysterious character, Viola, lands on a planet inhabited by Holland's character, Todd, where women have been non-existent for years - it should be some popcorn fun. Of course, they team up together to uncover the dark truths of the planet and most likely fall in love or at least in lust. It may not rival Divergent or Hunger Games, but I’m sure this $100M budget film will give us some good intergalactic fight scenes, angsty teen kisses in space suits and gorgeous special effects. Chaos Walking arrives in theaters on March 5.
GODZILLA VS. KONG (3/31)
This epic ending to Godzilla: King of the Monsters and Kong: Skull Island is going to bring us that big energy we need right now. Godzilla vs. Kong stars Stranger Things' Millie Bobby Brown once again as heroine Madison Russell, while Alexander Skarsgård jumps into his role as geologist Nathan Lind - a fun character to see the alpha male star play as he is a more latent hero in the series. But they aren’t the only stars that will be figuring out which big, bad monster they must side with: Rebecca Hall, Brian Tyree Henry, Demián Bichir and Eiza González also appear. Safe to say we all need some silly monster fun these days, and this battle between two titans will be a welcome escape from the pandemic. I, for one, am betting on Kong. Godzilla vs. Kong arrives in theaters and on HBO Max on March 31.
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TRUE CRIME JUNKIE WITH JOHNNY FLETCHER
THE SUGAR LAND MURDERS Here's a case from 2003 that's wholly fascinating on a
his wife Patricia knew, their oldest son was the model of
number of levels - but particularly because forgiveness plays
academic success - and they rewarded his hard work that
such a central role. It truly gets to the heart of just how far a
night with a Rolex watch. But sadly, time was not on their side;
parent's love for their child will stretch. Try this on for size: If
in just a few short hours, two of the Whitakers would be dead.
your oldest son conspired to murder you, your wife and your
But why did it come to that? Turns out Bart had been living
youngest son - to callously kill the only family he's ever known
a lie - his college grades were, in fact, poor and credit-wise,
- would you, as the only survivor of such an unthinkable act,
he was still considered a freshman. Reportedly feeling like he
ultimately support him in the aftermath? It's a lot to consider,
could never live up to expectations and that his parents' love
but that's exactly what Texas father
was conditional, Bart harbored a deep
Kent Whitaker chose to do after finally
resentment that festered until murder
admitting to the horrible truth about
seemed the only solution - killing his
his son "Bart."
perceived judgmental parents and more beloved younger brother would
And here's something else to ponder:
relieve the psychological strain and set
If a good friend approached you
him up financially going forward.
with a plot to kill his family members in return for a supposed cut of the
But Kent would survive Chris Brashear's
insurance money, would you jump at
ambush when the family returned
the opportunity? Laugh it off? Report
home - and steadfastly back Bart's
him to the police? Incredibly, Bart
innocence even as the police homed
Whitaker was able to solicit two willing
in on the murderous plot. But his
accomplices to pull off his devious
devout Christian faith was truly tested
scheme - friends Chris Brashear and
when Bart disappeared as evidence
Steven
pointing towards his guilt mounted -
Champagne.
The
former
acted as the gunman - a grisly task
and, crucially, Champagne cracked,
that included purposely shooting Bart in the arm to make it
coming clean about the homicides. Eventually tracked down
appear he was also targeted in the attack - while the latter
in Mexico, Bart was brought back to the U.S. to face trial with
served as the getaway driver. Both would later rue the day
a fully-recovered Kent there to support him, having whole-
they signed on - not to mention neither ever received a cent
heartedly forgiven his son for such a ghastly betrayal of his
for their involvement.
love. Regardless, the jury handed down a death sentence which Kent tirelessly fought to overturn. Just 48 hours prior to
So, on a mild December evening in Sugar Land in 2003,
Bart's scheduled execution on February 22, 2018, clemency
Bart headed out with his family for a celebratory dinner in
was granted; he now spends his days in solitary confinement
recognition of his college graduation. As far as Kent and
and maintains a good relationship with his father.
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FAKE NEWS FROM THE TRI-STATE by Johnny Fletcher
The latest and greatest stories that you surely missed
ST. PADDY'S DAY VS. ST. PATTY'S DAY:
SHOCKINGLY CIVIL DEBATE ABOUT THE ACCEPTED NICKNAME FOR IRISH HOLIDAY OVERHEARD IN LOCAL BAR; ONLOOKER LEFT CONFUSED, DISORIENTED Clearly rattled by the truly bizarre scene that he had just witnessed in a local bar, Evansville businessman Jobriath Johannsen reportedly cut his lunch hour short today and headed back to the office 15 minutes early to try and make sense of it all. "Part
MUCH LESS CIVIL DEBATE REGARDING WHETHER MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL OR PROFESSIONAL GOLF IS THE MOST BORING SPORT TO WATCH ERUPTS IN SAME LOCAL BAR; SAME ONLOOKER LEFT FEELING DEFLATED BY REMARKABLY QUICK RETURN TO DIVISIVE BEHAVIOR
of me is convinced that it wasn't real - that maybe I've been so
"Well, that didn't last long," Jobriath Johanssen glumly observed
desperate for the days when human beings could disagree on
as he exited the same local bar where, just hours earlier, the
something without threatening violence that I sort of just willed
Evansville businessman had overheard two co-workers engage
it into existence; but I swear it happened," he remarked, adding
in what he called a "shockingly civil" debate about the accepted
that he literally couldn't remember the last time he saw people
nickname for St. Patrick's Day. Buoyed by such a promising show
engage in a respectful debate about anything. "It was just so weird
of maturity in a time of petty, divisive behavior, he returned to the
- I overheard these two co-workers talking about St. Patrick's Day
scene around 6 p.m. to grab some dinner, hoping to snag a front
and one guy, in a very pleasant manner, stated that "St. Paddy's
row seat to more respectful discourse. But within minutes, he
Day" is, without question, the accepted nickname; and then the
was rushing for the door. "Before I even had a chance to order,
other guy politely responded that he wasn't so sure about that
a melee broke out between two tables of patrons," Johanssen
because every single person he knows refers to it as "St. Patty's
said. "One was very loudly declaring - using some rather vile
Day,"" Johanssen recalled, noting that the co-workers ultimately
hand gestures, I might add - that Major League Baseball is a total
shrugged the whole thing off and simply continued chowing
snooze fest while the other table, with fists cocked, ready to get
down on their huge plates of colcannon. "It was just so shockingly
it on, kept screaming that they'd rather take a bullet to the head
civil - nowadays, a standoff like that almost always results in a brawl
than watch an hour of the PGA tour. Needless to say I got the hell
or the brandishing of weapons. I'm still trying to process it."
out of there but the funny thing is, they were both right."
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SPRING BREAK A FAKE CONVERSATION ABOUT
BETWEEN TWO LOCAL COLLEGE STUDENTS WITH JOHNNY FLETCHER
Dude, you are NOT going to believe this but we can't go to Florida this year because of the pandemic. I'm, like, so over this Covid crap. How are we supposed to get blind-ass drunk and obnoxiously hit on hot chicks in bikinis if we're stuck here in isolation? Forget spring break - more like spring prison, am I right?
Totally, dude. Such an epic bummer. I was totally going to lay waste to, like, a case of beer every day on the beach and play volleyball till I collapsed from a combination of alcohol poisoning and sunstroke. And, like, nobody would call for an ambulance or anything - they'd just leave me passed out on the sand. Was going to be amazing. Doesn't anybody care about what WE'RE going through - about our right to party? These are supposed to be the best years of our lives or something, you know?
Amen, bro. This is, like, totally unconstitutional or whatever. I think there's even an amendment against this. I might even write my congressman to complain after I figure out who he is because somebody needs to answer for this.
Dude, that's an epic waste of time. Let's take our case straight to Tik-Tok - complaining about stuff on social media is how you make things happen. I bet we'll be on a flight to Daytona Beach in no time, bro.
That's brilliant, bro. This is going to be the best spring break ever. Let's totally smash a case of beer to celebrate.
*This is a blatant exaggeration of a conversation overheard while in line (6 feet apart) at an area restaurant. Many liberties were taken in an apparent attempt at humor.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | SPORTS
EVANSVILLE ADULT RECREATIONAL
BASEBALL Batter up: players needed to get in the swing of EARB's second season of outdoor fun
Revered as one of the area's most talented musicians,
months thanks to the pandemic. Dubbed Evansville Adult Recreational Baseball (EARB), the new league was a hit right out of the gate when it debuted last July. "We had a successful game every time - we didn't miss one game that we started," Clark notes proudly. "When I started this I wanted to make sure that it was done for the love of baseball; I just want to foster a sense of community." EARB currently boasts over 150 registered members; the hope is to create four teams with 13 players each for the new
Evansville's Allen Clark III suddenly
season that's scheduled to start in April.
got the itch to do something a bit out
Clark welcomes anyone interested,
of his comfort zone last year: play baseball.
regardless of ability, to sign up and join
In fact, as the father-to-be describes
in - it's all about getting together with
it, he "face-planted" into America's
friends and taking your mind off of the
pastime, becoming obsessed with the
day-to-day grind. Still, it's important
"romantic" nature of the sport. Swept
to respect the game, so EARB hires
up in baseball's allure, Clark wanted
umpires to call balls and strikes and
nothing more than to get out on a field
covers the cost of field maintenance to
somewhere and have some fun with fellow
ensure an enjoyable experience. That all
fanatics. But there was the rub. "I thought
takes money, of course, so there's a
for sure that Evansville would have a
participation fee, but EARB also has
recreational team, but no one had anything set up like that,"
the support of two sponsors, including Marx BBQ, that helps
he says, still surprised by the lack of interest. "So I decided
to offset costs.
to start one." Games are primarily played on the weekends (usually at Having played in and formed bands from a very early age,
Stringtown or Scott Township fields) with mid-week practices
Clark felt more than equipped to organize baseball teams
after 5 p.m. an option for those wanting to stay loose or just
and quickly set about networking, drafting in a roster of,
get out in the fresh air. According to Clark, EARB may even
not surprisingly, mostly musicians who were also eager to
LiveStream the action this year with a championship game
get outside and have some fun after being cooped up for
on the agenda to bring the season to a climactic end.
DON'T MISS OUT ON THE FUN! SIGN UP TODAY BY VISITING EVANSVILLERECBASEBALL.ORG OR FACEBOOK.COM/EARBLEAGUE. INSTAGRAM - @E.A.R.B.LEAGUE
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT
LILLIE, LLC LOCAL PAINTING COMPANY WITH A STERLING REPUTATION PROVES THAT A PASSION FOR EXCELLENCE IS THE KEY TO SUCCESS shopping malls) or residential, both interior and exterior (particularly the restoration of historical homes in downtown Evansville) - receives the same attention to detail. By design, it's a level of commitment that trickles down to her employees. "My motivation level is so high and my passion for what I do is so great - I try to send that out to my crew, let them know that it's not the size of the company, it's the people that you have and the loyalty," Lillie says. "If you have that, five people can do the work of 20." She also makes it a point to reward good work with bonuses and promote crew members who've proven themselves to be an asset. Riley When the owners of Hyatt Place Evansville, a modern hotel soon to open downtown, experienced difficulties with not one but two major painting companies during the building's construction, they reached out to Lillie of Lillie, LLC for help. The highly-motivated, detail-oriented founder and owner of the area's most respected painting company jumped at the opportunity to take over; her loyal crew of 11 workers headed by admired team leader Larry Riley - wasted no time adding their professional touch to 160+ rooms/adjacent rooms, multiple hallways and a fitness room. The dedicated effort did not go unnoticed. "One of the Hyatt owners
adds, "Lillie takes the time out to spend with her staff and tries to help them do a good job; she's compassionate and offers sincere compliments." Of the many painting jobs on the horizon, including a number of outdoor projects, Lillie is especially excited about a contract she just signed with the Rathbone apartment complex in downtown Evansville. Her passion for restoring historical buildings in the area makes it a perfect fit and she can't wait to get started. "This is what I love - it's all about doing it right the first time and taking pride in your work."
came by most every day and was really complimentary of our work," Riley notes with pride. "He said, 'when you get done here I have some more work for you.'" Lillie should be used to that reaction from her clients by now. Her passion for
excellence
means
that
every
single job the company takes on whether commercial (including offices, storefronts, restaurants, hotels
and
For more info, follow Lillie, LLC on Facebook or call 812-258-7641.
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ANIMAL
VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY
DOTTIE: Dottie is a 52-lb. ball of goof!! Just look at her excitement over her toys! She was found on Evansville’s east side and never reclaimed. She is energetic and loves going on walks for Mutt’s Morning Out and Cardio for Canines. She’s currently VHS’ second-longest resident dog. Dottie’s adoption fee is $150 and includes her spay, microchip, vaccines, and heartworm test.
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FLIK: Flik is a male gray cat! He’s about 3-years-old. He came from a home that had more than 30 other cats, and so he & all his friends are now up for adoption. You may have seen the VHS Facebook post about them. They’re all named after Pixar characters. (In his case - A Bug’s Life!) Flik’s adoption fee is $70 and includes his neuter, microchip, vaccines, and more!
ARSENE: Arsene is a beautiful white rabbit! He’s a male and just over 1-year-old. His caregivers say he’s a little flighty at first, but warms up quickly once he has a lap to snuggle on. His adoption fee is $50 and includes his neuter & microchip. March is Adopt a Rabbit Month and Easter’s coming up… remember to ALWAYs adopt, don’t buy, bunnies!
400 Millner Industrial Drive | 2 blocks west of Garvin Park in Evansville 812-426-2563 | Adoption Hours: Tues-Sat 12-6pm | www.vhslifesaver.org
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CADY
VHS ADOPTION SPOTLIGHT
Rebecca Paxton likes to joke that her husband Graham "just secretly always wanted to run a zoo." Out on Evansville's west side, the Paxton family - with full approval and encouragement from dad - currently has seven animals in their care, including two hamsters, two cats, two chinchillas and one of the most recent additions, a black and white-spotted Rex rabbit which they adopted from the VHS nearly six months ago. While it might appear that they simply take animals in at will, in truth, a lot of thought went into bringing the adorable rescue home last September - a process that involved a well-researched study of rabbit ownership as well as a slide presentation put together by the Paxtons' 12-yearold daughter Alexandra in an effort to convince her parents that she could care for an animal on her own. She sealed the deal by proposing that it would serve as therapy for her anxiety and OCD. Given the go-ahead, Alexandra spent many an hour online checking out the rabbits available at the VHS, narrowing her choice down to two that caught her eye based on her research. "I wanted to get one in the age range of four to eight months which is apparently the best time because the rabbit knows things but hasn't bonded with anyone yet," she explains. After several in-person visits to the shelter with her dad, she picked "Cady" who reportedly came from a poor situation. "I wanted to show her what a good home was," Alexandra says, displaying great maturity. True to her word, she's provided a loving environment for her new furry friend, tending to the rabbit's every need. In fact, when Cady - so named as a tribute to Elizabeth Cady Stanton, a women's rights leader in the mid-to-late 1800s - unexpectedly doubled in size, Alexandra spent all of her Christmas money on a spacious dog crate to house her; dad and grandpa even constructed an upper level inside for more play options. "Cady loves it," she says. But Cady spends most her days outside of the crate, free to roam when Alexandra gets home from school. The two are reportedly getting along just swimmingly and even went trick-or-treating together last October (both dressed as bumble bees - too cute for words), drawing much attention from onlookers who all wanted to pet this soft and friendly rescue. But while she enjoys people, Cady's apparently not a big fan of snow. After the big storm recently hit Evansville, Alexandra took her out on the back porch to experience the fluffy white stuff for the first time. "She was like, 'uh, no, take me in - I do not like this.'" Smart rabbit!
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THE PROS & THE CONS with Barold Hume
New administration, same arguments For the briefest of moments it looked like there might be a break in the clouds
Then there's the ongoing Covid-19 relief debate. Both sides are at odds
- that a sense of calm would envelope America like a country-wide Snuggie as
over the dollar amount and who should receive said relief. And I haven't
newly-elected President Biden spoke of healing and unity during his moving
even mentioned the fury over Biden's executive orders. Not surprisingly,
inauguration speech. Well, "moving" is a relative term here. Depending on
he's determined to reverse course - to undo nearly all of the previous
which side of the political aisle you fall on, his message to the people of the
administration's actions. For instance, Trump famously pulled out of the Paris
United States was either heartfelt and stirring or a bunch of hot garbage. No
Agreement to combat climate change - which most on the right felt was a
in between. But as I was saying... with Trump exiting and taking his divisive
waste of time and resources. Now we're back in. All in all, Biden has signed
rhetoric with him (somewhat controversially, he was banned from Twitter
nearly 30 executive orders in just a couple of weeks - an unprecedented
for inciting violence at the Capitol building so that kind of muzzled him but
number. Naturally, Republicans see this as an omen for the left's "socialist"
kicked off a whole big tadoo about censorship) it did seem that a new day was
agenda; they fear the plan is to simply push through a crap-ton of progressive
upon us. Just one day, apparently. Literally 24 hours after Biden took the reins
policies that will surely destroy the foundation of America. Democrats insist
it was business as usual. And by that, I mean constant bickering and finger
that we need to take this country in a new direction to reclaim our primo
pointing between the two parties. As I type this, there's a whole battle going
place on the world stage.
on regarding Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene and her conspiracy theories. The Democrats want her removed from all committees to which she's currently
To sum up how each side sees the other: Republicans are a bunch of uncaring,
assigned. In retaliation, Republicans are gunning for House member Ilhan
borderline psychos; Democrats are a bunch of overly-caring, borderline
Omar, citing her perceived anti-Semitic remarks directed towards Israel.
communists. Dios mio. Check back with me in 30 days for more good news.
tri-state
politics
with Bryan Fox
Term limits. In this age of intense polarization, one of the few subjects both sides can agree on is having a cap on how long an elected official can serve in said position. A thirst for power can be one reason to have this cap. But, and probably most important, forcing politicians to exit stage right after a defined period could keep minds fresh and would bring forth new ideas to the electorate.
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Which brings me to our local congressman, Larry Bucshon. After Bucshon's current term has ended, he will have served 12 years - the equivalency of a two-term senator. Bucshon has yet to announce if he will
NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | OPINION
MAYBE I'M JUST GETTING OLD... with Johnny Fletcher
The year after a big birthday milestone Here's something we can all relate to on some level. But first, allow me
What I'm telling you is that no one's really going to give a rat's ass
to set the stage by going back a year to my big 5-0. Remember when
about my turning 51 this year. And why should they? It just doesn't
ol' J-Fletch hit the half-century mark in March of 2020 and the whole
have the same ring to it as "the big 5-0" - it's like The Hangover 2,
city just lost it? Parades, parties...more parades and even more parties.
you know? I never saw the original or the sequel, for that matter, but
Wow, the celebration just went on and on and on. Until lockdown, that
I imagine most people laughed significantly less the second time
is. One moment everyone was dancing in the streets, hyped to the max
around. I mean, how much drunken hi-jinks can three goofy dudes get
about my monumental milestone and the next we were totally isolated,
involved in before it ceases to be funny? Stop while you're ahead and
suspiciously eyeing the world from within our Covid-imposed prison.
all. Actually, that's great advice for myself and other poor schmucks
That's a touch dramatic, perhaps, but I'm simply trying to draw you into
on the wrong side of a milestone birthday - just call it quits. Then
this month's column. No doubt you were on the fence about continuing
again you hear about grumps like me who threaten to ignore the fact
on but now you're hooked; you simply must find out where all this is
that they're turning another year older and what happens? Well, I'll
headed. Hey, I'm on the edge of my seat, too. So let's get to it, shall
tell you. Facebook puts it on blast (always deactivate your account
we? My point is this: After all the hoopla of a 50th birthday - or any such
for that 24 hour period, you idiot) and a few well wishes trickle in;
significant number - the following year is always a bit of a letdown. With
and slowly a crack in the armor appears. Next thing you know you're
one exception. Can you beat the back-to-back, one-two punch of turning
out on the town, getting plastered like Ed Helms and shouting to the
20 and then 21 (when you can finally buy your own Boone's Farm wine
rafters that it's your "big 5-1." Talk about a hangover.
instead of paying some legal age yahoo to do it)? No, you cannot.
run for a seventh term. In my estimation, serving 12 years in any elected
establishment GOP - and businesses - want to cancel Trump and his
position is what the cap should be and with that being said, it's time for
supporters. The fact is that The Donald is here to stay. Even if he doesn't
either Bucshon to make the decision to not run or it's time for Republicans
run again, his movement is still alive. The "America First" platform is the
in the district to recruit a challenger.
resonating force that got the man elected once and nearly elected again if not for COVID and an over-zealous media painting him as an evil monster.
This is not a knock on Bucshon who has represented our district honorably nor is this a brush-off to Democrats in the district who always come up
It appears 2022 is going to be a great year for Republicans, nationally
with a challenger. But the Dems haven't come close to defeating Bucshon
speaking. A move locally to recruit Trumpites would show the other side
in any of his elections so it falls back on Republicans to mount a challenge
there's business left unfinished. Again, this is not a knock on Bucshon, but
to the six-term incumbent.
it's time for establishment Republicans, even locally, to realize the power of this movement and how strong of a position it is to support it. Think
Eighth district GOP officials should recruit a MAGA candidate to
of the Tea Party a few years back, only on steroids. Trump proved the
square off against Bucshon no matter how much the media, Dems, and
establishment can be defeated and it can be again.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | OPINION
WHEN LATE NIGHT THOUGHTS ARE
BOURN RNE RNE
with Freddie Bourne
I’m tired of being negative
It’s a hazard. I find that I cannot simply be content that life is, actually, pretty okay. And I've found this negative thinking to be spilling over in relationships, too. Or, better yet, relationships
At first, I was not too keen on this being the topic for this
that I gave the cold shoulder.
month's column. But, just before sitting down and setting my hands to typing, I found myself on an hour-drive home listening
It’s amazing to me how easy it is to write someone off based
to call-in adult contemporary radio where a listener said that
on isolated experiences - to where I dramatically gag at the
their husband had just lost his job and proceeded to say that
mention of their name. What’s even worse is that I begin to
they were about to lose their house. The host exclaimed, "Wait,
create a potentially false narrative about someone that I may
if he just lost his job today, how do you know you are going to
have just run into on one of their "off" days. And I let that bum
lose your house? How do you know he won’t get a better job
me out; an opinion on a person I don’t know that I didn’t equate
next week?"
to being desirable one time automatically tells my brain, ‘We’re gonna be difficult today,’ when it should say, ‘You ain’t no prize
While his response was, to my mind, incredibly overly-
either. Open your mind under that mop you call a hairstyle.’
optimistic, it did make me question why we often imagine the worst when one obstacle comes into our unfinished stories.
Look, I’m not saying life isn’t tough. I think this year proved that
Plus, a Seal song came on immediately after. I can’t stay sad for
without needing an academic study. Life is going to suck. But
Seal. Especially considering the song was “Don’t Cry.”
if you were able to wake up this morning and have the choice and opportunity to read this, chances are you're leading on the
I’ve woken up negative for years. At what, you ask? Nothing.
scoreboard. Small victory.
from days and years past gloss over my brain and continue to
Is it cliché to say it's important to appreciate the little things?
be part of the wonderfully crafted and non-biased handbook
Without question. But considering how commonly it’s said, it’s
of Freddie.
time to believe that, just maybe, there’s some truth to it.
Step one: open eyes. Step two: be despondent.
Step one: open eyes. Step two: try.
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At least nothing tangible. Instead, I let the pessimistic gloom
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | MUSIC REVIEWS
FLORIDA GEORGIA LINE Life Rolls On BMLG Records
ZAYN Nobody is Listening RCA Records In a year in which he became a father, former One Direction singer Zayn Malik has also created a great album - his third release. It gives us a nice glimpse into his true artistry, with the popstar having full creative control for the first time. And it must be a blessing, having come from a band with five strong personalities. “Better” has an easy, breezy, sexy vibe with some gorgeous guitar. For some shirtless, pink-haired Zayn, I would highly suggest you check out the video on YouTube. “Connexion” gives you goosebumps when he hits those high notes. “Tightrope” is a great representation for the Indian and Pakistani communities - any desi, really - while “Calamity” shows us the rawness of Zayn's heart as he expresses his love for Gigi Hadid and his new baby daughter: “Nostalgia/ What a funny feeling / I feel depleted from feeling I’ve been revealing...I say it for my sanity/ Whatever the calamity/ I did this for myself.” This intimate and warm album is absolutely breathtaking and I can’t wait to watch Zayn continue to come into his own as a musician and as a father. - Marisa Patwa
HAYLEY WILLIAMS FLOWERS for VASES / descansos Atlantic Records Paramore’s pop-punk princess, Hayley Williams, is at it again with her second studio album, which was a surprise drop on February 5. Like many artists, Williams has taken advantage of her time during quarantine, releasing this album just nine months after her solo debut Petals of Amor. And her singing and songwriting are just as strong as ever, with lyrics like, “Time moves slow, I just talk to myself/ I finish my own sentences the way you used to / Why do memories glow the way real moments don’t?/ Ah my altar is full of our love’s delusions." For a sweet, peaceful song to listen to while reflecting with a glass of wine, “Trigger” is the right one. “Inordinary” is hauntingly beautiful and “Just a Lover” is the perfect accompaniment to hot tea and a good book on a rainy day. But, while Williams' voice is gorgeous and the lyrics fire all throughout the album, there aren’t as many powerhouse songs as I was hoping for, like the Paramore faves I listened to on repeat during my prima donna high school days. It’s just too much drear when I want the drama. - Marisa Patwa
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Even though I'm not a country girl at heart, I have to admit that Florida Georgia Line comprised of Tyler Hubbard and Brian Kelley - is a talented duo that consistently delivers sweet hits to my radio that make me croon out of my window in ways I never thought I would, especially to country. And they are blessing us once again with new music - 16 incredible tracks back-to-back. This fifth studio album is a great showcase of their love of the country life, evident by “Long Live Nights Like These.” And they have a wit about their lyrics, too, with lines like, “Long live all the small towners, sunup to sundowners / That old school Haggard and Hank / Long live longneck bottles and wide-open throttles / And old dirt roads with no name.” It’s simple, but impactful. This former cover band from Nashville has grown so much, especially with songs like “Life Rolls On,” which made the top 10 on the music charts. It’s easy to hear why. - Marisa Patwa
PASSENGER Songs for the Drunk & Broken Hearted Nettwerk Records The renowned English singersongwriter who graced us with the delicate and brooding “Let Her Go” starts 2021 with his 12th studio album. While the record takes us on a journey of a heavy breakup, Passenger doesn’t dwell too much, keeping this collection upbeat, vibrant, and sometimes playful. Co-produced by Ed Sheeran, opening track "Sword from the Stone" explores more piano-driven fare found in alt-rock favorites such as Keane and Jack’s Mannequin, but then Songs takes a dive into the sunshine pop sounds of The Beach Boys with a hint of Bruce Springsteen, while still staying true to the folk roots that made Passenger a household name. Tracks like “Remember to Forget” explore the sounds of The Eagles and the Steve Miller Band, while “The Way I Love You” ties in coffeehouse rock balladry, showcasing excellent acoustic work, as if he was starring in his own MTV Unplugged special. But it’s towards the latter half of the album where Passenger has us hanging on his every word, where his vocal performances on “Sandstorm” and “Suzanne” are front-and-center and remind us of how sincere and tender his true talents are. - Freddie Bourne
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WEEZER OK Human Atlantic Records Weezer’s new album is so bad I don’t even know what to say about it. When I was a 17-year-old geek, Weezer was without a doubt my favorite band. Even at that time, they had released what many fans consider awful albums. But with all their shortcomings, I found that 2005’s Make Believe and 2008’s Red Album still had artistic merit, or, at the very least, inspired songwriting. Though I’m still fond of early Weezer, I haven’t been able to get into anything they’ve released in the past 10 years. On their 14th studio album, I find they are finally at the point where I can no longer allow them to slide. Weezer, what on earth are you doing? OK Human is a collection of over-produced, boring, uninspired, plastic, hollow, songs. The songs are so forgettable, you don’t even realize how catchy they are - and being catchy is about all Weezer have left at this point. I’m not even disappointed in Weezer anymore, I’m just sad to see a legendary band continually lowering the bar with each release. - Russ Finn
BLACK COUNTRY, NEW ROAD For the first time Ninja Tune I’ll admit, I did not want to like For the first time, the debut album by UK band Black Country, New Road. Every detail about Black Country’s persona - their posh look, the trendy speaksing vocals, the name-dropping and referencing of other bands, the comma in their band name - screamed affected try-hards with a great PR budget. But then I listened to For the first time for the first time . . . and I sighed and acknowledged they’re on to something. On their debut, the seven-piece band combines Jewish klezmer music with angular guitar riffs and post-rock song structures. Even though they don’t sound too dissimilar to the artists in their scene (black midi, Squid), Black Country offer an exciting collection of songs that are infinitely more creative and demanding than anything Weezer have put out in 18 years. - Russ Finn
AARON LEE TASJAN Tasjan! Tasjan! Tasjan! New West Records Tasjan! Tasjan! Tasjan!, the latest album from Nashville singer-songwriter Aaron Lee Tasjan, is a fun pop rock album full of the sunny sensibilities of the 1960s and 70s. On nearly every track, his influences can be pointed out quite matter-of-factly. Lead single “Up All Night” finds Tasjan doing his best Tom Petty, while the following track “Another Lonely Day” sounds a lot like The Beatles. Elsewhere, Tasjan sounds like ELO or Harry Nilsson. Make no mistake, though, while some artists shamelessly ape the sounds of their influencers, Tasjan pays homage to his heroes with the utmost care, never coming across as a parody or a phony. If you like any of the aforementioned comparisons, this is an album worth looking into. - Russ Finn
ARLO PARKS Collapsed in Sunbeams Transgressive Records I'll call it right now: Arlo Parks will be the next big thing from across the pond. The 20-year-old British singer-songwriter kicks off her fantastic debut album with a deepbellowing, spoken meditation before diving into material that explores insecurities, isolation, and words of guidance imploring us to get out of the physical and psychological dark places and live a little. In contrast to her attention-grabbing speaking voice, Parks’ soft singing keeps you engaged and hopeful. Early on, she explores Alicia Keys and Anita Baker territory, with inklings of trip-hop, lo-fi hip hop, and quiet storm before channeling some Norah Jones with a little more oomph, where she plays with the melodies and communicates with the drum patterns and allows all the instruments to shine. Halfway through, there’s a pretty significant shift, where Parks trades her bedroom-like production for more craftily-catered urban pop, ushering in more commercial appeal on tracks like “Just Go” and “For Violet,” intermixing slices of synthpop and gritty roots found on a soul record ready for a second spin. The finale, “Porta 400,” sums all of Parks' personalities up perfectly, exploding into a contemporary blues and roots masterpiece similar to what helped Moby hit superstardom with Play. - Freddie Bourne
Blues with Bragin TOM GILBERTS Old School Polymerase Records Portland's Tom Gilberts unleashes his renowned musical chops on the mostly instrumental Old School which opens with “Lady Luck,” a song about hitting a streak of bad breaks while gambling. The Texas-style guitar from Gilberts sounds eerily familiar. “Zoot Suit Shuffle” sounds like a blast from the past with Dave Captein laying down a phenomenal bass line on the instrumental song. The chilled-out melody at the beginning of “Sun Vibe” slides into great guitar playing from Gilberts and lightning fast drumming from Brian Foxworth. Neatly, the title track seems to merge old country blues and 1950s rock and roll. The steady drumbeat on “Dark Clouds” fits in nicely with acoustic guitar and bass that gives the song a hint of jazz flavor. “The North Fork” maintains both a relaxed and funky sound and seems like an excellent song to play in a dimly lit club. Gilberts sings about a woman who treated him poorly on “You Missed Me.” “Brown’s Camp” features a heavy and melancholy guitar from Gilberts while Foxworth keeps a great beat. Gilberts sings about spending quality time enjoying life with someone special on “Nighttime.” For more info, visit tomgilberts.com. - Paul Bragin
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | BEER REVIEWS
MARCH BEER REVIEWS
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PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4
As the name would imply, you’ll find this IPA to be deliciously hazy. It pours a nice thick head that gives off tropical notes of mango on the nose. Mango and stone fruit on the palate give way to a nice smooth finish, with very little hoppy bitterness. If you like a good New England IPA, give this one a try.
PAUL BRAGIN - 4.25
A thick white head forms on this cloudy IPA and stays for a long time. A strong burst of citrus notes from the hops controls the scent profile. Some sweetness from the coconut used during brewing hits the tongue first, followed by some citrus notes and more coconut in the long finish. People who enjoy IPAs will want to try this limited offering. Pair it with fish tacos or citrus desserts like pineapple upside-down cake.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 3
This beer pours a hazy, light golden/straw color. The aromas are citric - some lemon and orange marmalade but nothing too pronounced. I can taste some peach and apricot. It's somewhat juicy, but seems even more on the drier side. An ABV of 6.5% amps it up a little. It's sharp and crisp and overall, a decent beer.
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VIRTUE CIDER MICHIGAN CHERRY
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 3.5
This cider pours a clear red/orange hue with notes of cherry on the nose, followed by a distinct tartness on the palate. Not very sweet at all, this is a cider that will really make you pucker. I found it had just the right balance of cherry without tasting medicinal. It doesn’t linger on the palate, making this an easy drinking cider, if you can handle the tartness.
PAUL BRAGIN - 3.5
A white head crowns this reddish cider when poured in a traditional English pub glass, but it disappears quickly. The scent seems reminiscent of a cherry orchard when the fruit is ready for picking. The initial sip tastes like cider, but the cherry flavors return and stay for a long time in the finish. People wanting a lighter drink with strong fruit flavors should try this. Pair it with Asian cuisine, Cajun dishes or hot wings.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 3
I'm not a cider fan so it's hard to get excited about this type of beverage. It has the crisp cherry flavor which is somewhat refreshing but in all honesty, it's a little much for me. I'm sure people who prefer the ciders will love this beverage but to me, this is just an amped-up wine cooler - but a decent one at that.
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SIERRA NEVADA DANKFUL IPA
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4.25
Described as “generously hoppy,” this IPA does not disappoint in that regard. Pouring a thick, creamy head, there are notes of pine on the nose. It's very resinous on the palate, with a clean finish full of bitter hoppy goodness. With a 7.4% ABV, this is a poster child for big, hoppy IPAs.
PAUL BRAGIN - 4
A thick white head tops this IPA and evaporates very slowly. A generous amount of hops fills the nose. The bitter hop flavors remain with the first sip of the beer and stay in the extended finish. People who like hoppy beers will want to drink this. Use it as a brine the next time you cook a turkey. You can also pair it with a wide variety of spicy foods.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4
This beer pours a hazy orange-ish color with a thin white head that leaves some lace. It has subtle dank pine and fruit notes. The taste is nicely-balanced and easy to drink with a pine resin base and bitter citrus finish. The mouthfeel is medium in body and has good carbonation. Interestingly, it has a fairly high ABV, but the pine flavors mask the heat of the alcohol.
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BOULEVARD SPACE CAMPER
nose, with a touch of grapefruit on the palate. This beer boasts a 5.9% ABV but ends up with a very light body, leaving you wanting more. Finishes smooth, if not a bit thin.
PAUL BRAGIN - 4.5
PAUL HOLLYFELD - 3.5
This IPA pours a nice white head and is a slightly hazy straw color. There are notes of citrus on the
A thick white head rests on this IPA and leisurely dissipates. Citrus scents dominate the nose, with some pine scents also present. The hoppy citrus flavors continue while drinking the beer and remain during the finish. IPA lovers should drink this. Pair this beer with a variety of foods like some smoky
and citrusy carnitas tacos, some savory sushi, or a nice juicy burger with some gorgonzola or bleu cheese.
JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4
This beer pours a hazy, dark golden yellow/orange color with good carbonation and a healthy white head. I can smell the hops and malt, with a nice citrus complex. The taste is pleasant - hoppy and malty with a nice citrus complex and pine notes. It has a medium body and sweet aroma with a slightly bitter/dry finish that's crisp.
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NEWS4U MARCH 2021 | LOCAL HAPPENINGS
Ask an ATTORNEY WITH LANE SIESKY SIESKY LAW FIRM, PC
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Q: My wife and I just had our first child but don't have a lot of assets. Do we need a will? A: Yes, it's a good idea for everyone to have a will, even if they don't have a lot of assets. One of the best reasons for parents of young children to have a will is to use it to designate who should be named the guardian(s) of the children
should something happen to both parents while the kids are still minors. Without having that type of specification in place, a court may appoint someone to be the guardian who wouldn't be the parents' first choice. A will also
allows you to direct who will receive your assets, rather than having the state do it for you, through what is called
intestate succession. "Intestate" simply means dying without having a valid last will and testament in place. In Indiana, if a person who is married and has one or more children dies without a will, the intestacy statutes direct that the surviving spouse receives one-half of the deceased person's assets and the child or children take or split the other
half, regardless of their ages. Most people would prefer that their spouse have the full use of those funds while living, and then leave the rest to the children after the second spouse is gone. Finally, if you do want to leave any money for your kids directly, you can appoint the person who will serve as custodian of those funds until they turn at least 18, or name a trustee who would manage the funds for them until an even later age when you would feel more comfortable with them receiving their full inheritance.
Disclaimer: The above information provided by Siesky Law Firm, PC, is not legal advice and should not be taken as legal advice. Application of the law is highly fact sensitive and readers should consult with an attorney on legal matters.
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