AZ Weekly Issue 10 by AZ Weekly

DINING • MUSIC • SPORTS • ARTS •

• COMEDY • CLUBS • FILM • LIFESTYLE

Vol: 2 Issue: 10 March 5th, 2009

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By Nicholas Connell

David Copperfield was in town a couple weeks ago, and no one was disappointed, as he dazzled the Phoenix audience with his amazing showmanship, humor, and incredible feats of magic and premonition. Getting up close and personal from the 8th row was an impressive experience, but it still didn’t reveal the secrets of the “greatest magician of our time’s” sleight of hand; just ask the lady who saw his pet scorpion pick the ace of hearts right out of the deck in front of a near capacity crowd at Gammage auditorium. There were other tricks and magic that would keep the faithful guessing all night. How about a trillion to one odds on a group of numbers picked randomly from

the audience that would actually match two license plates of David’s dear grandfather from years ago. How could he have known? Or the famous duck Webster appearing and disappearing at a moment’s notice, with fluids and feathers to boot. Or the new motorcycle or car appearing with wheels turning right before your eyes...was there something in the air at Gammage?? The most off-the-charts scene of the night occurred when 13 audience members, selected by using floating balls passed through the Gammage auditorium like beach balls, were asked to participate in the night’s grand finale. These unassuming participants were whisked on stage, seated in chairs together on a platform, and simply vanished into thin air! Luckily for them, David decided to bring them back to Gammage and “all’s well that ends well”. Thanks David for making Phoenix one of your stops along the road.

‘An Affair With The Arts’

Presented by West Valley Art Museum West Valley Art Museum March 7th-8th Saturday-Sunday 10:00am-5:00pm ‘An Affair With The Arts’ is an outdoor arts festival held at the West Valley Art Museum in Surprise during the fall and spring each year. This event showcases juried fine artists working in mediums from brilliant oils to glorious glass. Live music and great food romance both the ear and palate, while a fine art silent auction furthers the up-beat atmosphere. Indoors, one discovers exciting and powerful exhibitions for which the Museum has become known. This is a fun time where you can abandon your inhibitions and have ‘An Affair With The Arts’.

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IN THIS ISSUE!

AZ Weekly Entertainment Magazine Volume 2, Issue 9 February 26th, 2008 Publisher Brian Muir brian.muir@azweeklymagazine.com Editor Kevin Lambert kevin.lambert@azweeklymagazine.com Staff Music Writer Kim Naugle kim.naugle@azweeklymagazine.com Staff Fashion Writer Kinsey Schofield kinsey.schofield@azweeklymagazine.com Art Director Kevin Kelley kevin.kelley@azweeklymagazine.com Office Manager Tami Kelley tami.kelley@azweeklymagazine.com SALES STAFF Nick Connell Senior Accounts Manager nick.connell@azweeklymagazine.com Brian Schreiner Director of Business Development brian.schreiner@azweeklymagazine.com Rebecca Ivory rebecca.ivory@azweeklymagazine.com John Taylor john.taylor@azweeklymagazine.com Christina Forrester christina.forrester@azweeklymagazine.com CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Kevin Breger • David McIntyre Chad Haire • Christine Capuano THE NIGHTOWL Brent Diggins & Efia Moore brent.diggins@azweeklymagazine.com FILM WRITERS Stan Robinson • Randy Montgomery ARTS WRITER Nick Connell

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Guys and Dolls Revival Rolls a Lucky Seven! By Nicholas Connell

Roll up your sleeves and get ready to roll at Arizona Broadway Theatre’s revival of the Broadway hit classic Guys and Dolls now playing in Peoria. Director Joe Martinez was the perfect match for this musical comedy full of charm and humor, as the opening night audience remembered what fun this musical “can do”! From the opening scene with Nicely Johnson, Benny Southstreet and Rusty Charlie, all played to the hilt by Michael Mott, Jesse Burger and Timothy Joyce, we were in for some old fashioned fun and romance with these guys and dolls. But there are souls to be saved in this time of gambling, horses, and show girl performances, and Jeannie Shubitz as Ms. Sarah Brown, with her Salvation band, had just the right persuasion to make the sinful return to the fold. Jeannie’s voice was vibrant and lovely all evening. Her main objective arrives in the form of Sky Masterson, played subtly by Mark DiConzo. Mark sang and danced his way into Ms. Brown’s heart, as the two harmonized together in “Follow the Fold”, “I’ll Know”, “Havana” and “I’ve Never Been in Love Before”.

There’s more dames to go around in this show-and-tell comedy, and Erin O’Neil as Adelaide was cute and hilarious while trying to get her man, Nathan Detroit, played by the persistent and kind Mike Hedges, to the alter. Erin convinced us in “Adelaide’s Lament”, “A Bushel and a Peck”, “So Sue Me” and “Take Back Your Mink” that even Nathan would finally fall for her charms. But guys will be guys as Sky and Nicely would turn the tables in “The Oldest Established”, “Luck Be a Lady” and the crowd pleasing “Sit Down Your Rockin The Boat”. These crapshooters were rolling winners all night and the dames loved it! But in the end, the dolls show the guys how to really make this love work as Sarah and Adelaide put the final touches in the truth be told songs, “Adelaide Meet Sarah” and “Marry That Man Today”. This company of talented voices finally gave in to settle the score in “The Happy Ending”, as wedding bells rang for “Guys and Dolls”. This is a show full of great scenes and characters, with music, dancing, and singing that were perfect all night. This is a classic musical revival everyone will love! For tickets and reservations, call (623) 7768400 or go online at AzBroadwayTheatre. com.

Presented by Southwest Shakespeare Company Mesa Arts Center Through March 21st Thursday-Saturday 7:30pm Sunday 3:00pm Religious zealot or diabolical hypocrite? In the character of Tartuffe, Moliere confronts those that would use religion as a front for treachery. The wealthy Orgon is convinced that Tartuffe is a genuine man of religion and takes him into his life, but soon the fraud has gained access to everything he has of worth. This hysterical farce caused a scandal when it was first produced under the reign of Louis XIV and still amuses today, three and half centuries later. Presented in the Richard Wilber version, this is considered a masterpiece of verse translation.

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Presented by Heard Museum March 7th and 8th Saturday and Sunday 9:30am-5:00pm Arizona’s largest Indian market enters its second half-century! This year brings together more than 600 top American Indian artists. Visitors can purchase authentic American Indian jewelry, sculpture, paintings, pottery, weavings, beadwork, katsina dolls, baskets and more, directly from artists. The weekend also includes music and dance performances, artist demonstrations, and an array of other foods. Admission includes the festival and all galleries.

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Presented by Actors Theatre Herberger Theater March 6th- March 22nd Wednesday and Thursday 7:00pm Friday and Saturday 8:00pm Sunday 2:00pm Written with poignant humor and finely-observed detail, Rabbit Hole was one of last season’s most acclaimed plays. Becca and Howie have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. Coping with the distractions of her reckless sister and their opinionated mother, Becca takes solace in an unlikely friendship that may help lead her back from the darkest of places. Winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize. Mature themes and adult content.

Presented by Artlink Downtown Phoenix Locations March 6th- 8th Saturday 10am-6:00pm Sunday 12:00pm-6:00pm Art Detour is a self-guided tour of Downtown Phoenix galleries, artist studios, and art spaces. The Art Detour started in 1989 as an artist’s open studio tour. Although First Friday’s gives people the opportunity to see many galleries, this annual event is the only time some of the studios are open to the public on a scale like this. The event is put on by Artlink, one of the oldest artist-run, all volunteer arts organizations in downtown Phoenix.

Les Miserables Phoenix Theatre Through March 22nd Wednesday-Thursday 7:30pm Friday 8pm Saturday 3pm & 8pm Cherryholmes Chandler Center for the Arts March 8th Sunday 3:00pm Gooney Bird Greene Stageworks at Mesa Arts Center Nesbitt/Elliott Playhouse Through March 15th Friday 7:30pm Saturday 2pm & 4:30pm Sunday 2pm

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FILM! SECTION

Echelon: Not an Original Conspiracy By Randy Montgomery

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It was amazing to learn on a trusted movie website that The Echelon Conspiracy was actually filmed in the countries the story line was set in. While the locales in many scenes looked real, others looked as if a high school drama club built the sets for the interior shots. Apparently, there wasn’t budget for both (or big special effects either).

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A fellow moviegoer summed it up best to his girlfriend upon exiting the theatre: “The only thing good about that movie was the ending.” The ending saves this Conspiracy from totally failing, big time. Marginal acting and a low budget feel are just part of the problem; we’ve seen the story (or a modified version of it) before. Think Eagle Eye, War Games,

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etc. Shane West (A Walk to Remember, The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen) plays Max Peterson, a 20-something computer security technician who is on a job assignment in Bangkok. He is about to leave and head back to his home in Nebraska when he receives a mysterious package from DHL (FedEx and UPS must not have wanted anything to do with the film). Inside the package, a hi-tech new phone starts spewing out commands that save Max from disaster and then eventually helps him win numerous casino games in the Czech Republic. Max’s sudden streak of good luck raises the eyebrow of casino security staff, which just so happens to be led by an ex FBI Agent from the US. Enter into the picture a hot undercover agent (Tamara Feldman) and a current FBI Agent (Ving Rhames), who just happen to know each other from previous work. It seems as if these cell phones are popping up all over the world and have been hacking into sensitive government computers. The premise- the government’s tendency toward “big brother”- is intriguing enough, but the storyline doesn’t have enough uniqueness to capture the viewer’s attention. The Echelon Conspiracy would have been a “great” film if it had been a straight to DVD release.

By Stan Robinson Watchmen premières on March 6th, and is the latest comic book/graphic novel to be brought to the big screen, and will open on regular theatre screens as well as the super format IMAX. In 2008, comic/ graphic novel superheroes like The Dark Knight, Ironman, and The Incredible Hulk saved Hollywood by funneling $1 billion and counting into box offices and studio bank accounts. When Thomas Edison premièred his Vitascope projector in 1896, the motion picture industry was born. Through the years it has continually improved its technology and has grown exponentially, with the basis for many of its projects being the printed word. Anything in print could potentially become visual images: plays, poems, fiction, non-fiction, and comic books. When I was growing up in the 1950’s, television was just beginning to take hold. Most U.S. households were not yet able to afford the new “box” with the moving pictures. So, we as kids besides playing sports- read a lot. We read everything; novels, magazines, and our favorite, comic books. We also spent Saturdays in the movie theatre. News events were presented in the form of 15-minute newsreel capsules. And to our delight, movie serials, with many based on our comic book heroes, were shown along with the regular featured movie! The first serials I remember looking forward to seeing each week were simply

titled Batman, and had chapter numbers. The first set of the serial, made in 1943, had a total of 15 episodes (260 minuets), about 18 minutes each. The serial starred Lewis Wilson and Douglas Croft as Batman & Robin. Columbia Pictures also made a second set in 1949, titled Batman and Robin, with Robert Lowery and John Duncan as the dynamic duo. These serials are available on DVD at amazon. com and many other on-line outlets! Columbia Pictures will bring The Green Hornet to the big screen on June 25th, 2010! Michel Gondry is in negotiations to direct, and the stars are Seth Rogen and Stephen Chow, with the screenplay also written by Rogen and Evan Goldberg. This big screen version, like the 1960’s television series that starred Van Williams as Britt Reid, sets the stage for Reid’s emergence as the superhero. In the TV series, Martial arts icon and actor Bruce Lee starred as sidekick Kato, which eventually led to Lee’s prolific, though tragically-short, film career. The Green Hornet is based on the comic book as well as the 1930’s radio show, which ran for almost 20 years. Here’s the list of Hollywood’s superhero movies: 1911 1933 1937 1941 serial 1943 1944 1948 Alyn 1949 1951 1966 1978 1980 1983 1984 1987 1989 1990 1991 1992 1993 1994

- Little Nemo credited as the first animated movie - Betty Boop Presents Popeye The Sailor introduced Popeye to cartoon shorts - Dick Tracy serial - Max Fleischer’s animated Superman shorts - The Adventures of Captain Marvel - Batman serial - Captain America serial - Superman serial starring Kirk - Batman and Robin serial - Superman and the Mole Men starring George Reeves - Batman starring Adam West - Superman: The Movie - Superman II - Robert Altman’s Popeye - Superman III - Swamp Thing - Supergirl - Superman IV: The Quest for Peace - Batman - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles - The Return of the Swamp Thing - Dick Tracy - The Rocketeer - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II - Batman Returns - Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles III - Batman: Mask of the Phantasm -The Mask -The Crow

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2004 (and beyond) - Hellboy -The Punisher -Spider-Man 2 -Catwoman -Alien vs. Predator -The Mask 2 -Batman Begins -Constantine -Spider-Man 3 -Sin City -The Dark Knight -Iron Man -The Incredible Hulk, -Wanted and -Hellboy II, -Punisher: War Zone

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Frozen River – Worth the Repeat Review By Randy Montgomery

Rarely does a film come along that warrants a second review upon DVD release. Space is precious in our film section, and we like to feature as many different titles as possible. Yet a film was released last year that was so powerful, that it is worth receiving a few additional column inches now that it is available for viewing at home. Frozen River not only ended up on several of my “Top 10” lists at the end of the year last year, but lead actress Melissa Leo was also honored with an Academy Award® nomination which she unfortunately did not win. First time writer/director Courtney Hunt delivered one of the strongest films of the year with River. Little-known Melissa Leo gave a truly moving performance as struggling single mother Ray Eddy, whose part-time job at a local dollar store barely feeds her two sons. Her husband has left the family behind, and his gambling problem has left them broke. Their single-wide trailer is cold and is in need of demolition. With only a few thousand dollars left to pay off a new double wide, Ray is scrimping and saving every dime. A chance encounter with a local out of work Mohawk Indian woman named Lila opens up a risky opportunity to earn enough money to buy her new home. Another unknown actress, Misty Upham also gave a powerful performance playing Lila. AZWeeklyMagazine.com

Living on the snowy, desolate border of New York and Quebec, life is a struggle. Each woman has her own set of problems, and they have little in common other than their tough life challenges, but the two work together to earn enough money to turn their lives around. The Mohawk Reservation of Upstate New York is not your typical film shoot location, which makes Frozen River even more moving. The movie brings to the screen two women who are struggling to survive like many Americans today. Leo and Upham’s onscreen chemistry of love and hate is classic filmmaking. Frozen River received little box office success, but it is an unforgettable film that should be viewed at least once. March 5th - March 11th, 2009

"Tres Dias" at F Beauty, Mus Sabina Kelley Phoenix- Popular local entertainment venue, F1 Race Factory, will be changing gears from March 20th-22nd as it plays host to the first annual Rockabilly Fest Arizona 2009, ‘Tres Dias’. This three day mega event will feature 3 Stages, 3 DJs, over 30 Bands, plus a car and chopper show, pinup model contest, pin striping contest, tons of vendor booths, and much much more!!! Produced by Hardtail Entertainment and AZ Rockabilly (the creator of Ol’Skool Fest), this party is sure to be a hit! ‘Trest Dias’ will feature a national and international feel, as bands from all over the country and even The Hitchers from the UK will come in for the show; DJ Spy is coming in all the way from Germany! The following is a list of bands booked as of this release, with more expected to be released in the coming weeks:

Agent Orange Hellb o und Hay ride . No Dice Mario & The Ramblers Acapulco 5 - 0 . Steven Lufkin

The Blasters Guitar legend Dick Dale

Hot Ro d Walt & His Psycho Devilles

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Dirty Dan & The Distributors

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Los Straightjackets

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Vo o d o o Sw ing

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currently available online at www.rockabillyfest.com and at www.myspace.com/rockabillyfestaz. A 3-day pass is $65, and single day event tickets are available for $25 per day. VIP tickets are also available for $100 per day or $250 for the 3 day weekend. VIP’s will be treated to artist meet and greets, a preferred viewing section as well as complimentary food and beverages throughout the event. Tickets as well as a complete lineup on the bands and attractions for the 3 day event are available exclusively at www.rockabillyfest.com. The event runs Friday, March 20th from 2pm-12am; Saturday the 21st from 10am-10pm; and Sunday the 22nd from 10am ending at 6pm. Guitar Legend Dick Dale (of Pulp Fiction and Black Eyed Peas fame) closes the mega event at 4pm Sunday on the main stage.

The inaugural three day event is expected to draw a daily attendance of 5,000 fans, and tickets are selling fast. They are

This is a charity event benefiting The Spark of Hope Foundation; www.sparkofhope.org.

‘Tres Dias’ will be awash in pin up models vying for the title of Ms. Rockabilly 2009, including pin up icons Sabina Kelley, Kim Falcon, Devin Marie, and Jessica D. Also, custom car celebrities such as Bo Huff and countless chopper manufacturers will be on hand, including Hippie Killer out of California, Foundry, SuckerPunch Sallys, and many more!! The entire event will be MC’d by the one and only Roadside Marty from Daytona Bike week and Kara Lenae, a veteran of many west coast events.

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The host venue, F1 Race Factory, has been a Valley staple for adrenaline entertainment and events for over 5 years. The expansive facility features two ¼ mile indoor kart racing tracks, Trackside bar & grill, billiards, video games, rock wall and meeting/event rooms to offer something for everyone from walk-in thrill seekers to company team/morale building events to bachelor and birthday parties. F1 Race Factory is the ultimate entertainment and meeting venue in the Valley, and the largest of its kind in the United States. F1 Race Factory & the Tres Dias event are centrally located at 317 S. 48th Street (just south of 48th street & Washington, off the 143 Freeway).

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Digital Dave’s Zen Lesson: Digital Music Enlightenment Gone are the days when we just flipped in a cassette tape (or 8 Track) and let it play. Today, we have so many choices for enjoying music, but what is the best one? I’ll try and shed some light on the many options we have and point you in the right direction. There are three basic ways to listen to digital music: 1- You can buy the digital music file, download it to your device, and listen to the songs; 2- Rent digital music files and pay a subscription fee, similar to the Netflix model with DVDs; and 3- Have the music streamed to your device via the internet.

music without braking the bank. The pricing is the same as Rhapsody at $12.99 for the basic subscription and $14.99 for the unlimited plan.

Streaming Music (Free)

Slacker is my favorite streaming music site. Not only does it have a great website to stream music to your PC, but you can also stream the music directly to an iPhone, Blackberry, or their own Slacker portable device. Slacker has a slick, modern looking website and is simple to navigate; it remains one of the best ways to listen to Internet radio. Pandora is a close second for internet radio and still rocks. Those of you with an iPhone should download the mobile app immediately; lots of great music and very few commercial interruptions. Hard to beat for free.

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Purchasing Music

The iTunes Store is still the best option available today. iTunes now offers high quality 256 Kbps, DRM-free tracks from all four major labels and they have one of the biggest media stores. The interface is simple and highly integrated with MP3 players and the iPod/iPhone. iPhone users can even buy the music over the AT&T 3G cellular network (which is pretty cool). There are three tiers of pricing for MP3 tracks: $0.69, $0.99, or $1.29 for each song. Second place in the music purchasing category goes to Amazon MP3. Amazon is DRM-free and has a great MP3 store that is easy to navigate and has one of the best shopping experiences of the bunch. You can easily listen to the songs from their site prior to purchasing. No subscription required, and high-resolution album art is included with each track. Download manager automatically adds songs to iTunes or Windows Media Player library. $.89-$.99 per song; $5.99-$9.99 per album.

Renting Music (Subscription Service)

Rhapsody is a digital music service that lets you listen to whatever you want, wherever you are — without paying per track. Rhapsody membership plans start at $12.99 for the basic subscription and $14.99 for an unlimited plan that lets you load your portable MP3 player and take your music with you. Rhapsody remains an excellent subscription music site and now offers Verizon Wireless integration, even if it doesn’t quite have the user interface perfected for purchasing music over the fast EVDO network.

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Napster is a not-so-close second place for the subscription based service crowd. Napster does offer a Web-accessible jukebox and unlimited downloads for portable players and lets you stream music and personal playlists on any PC, no software required, and the Napster To Go subscription is still a great way to pack a portable player with AZWeeklyMagazine.com

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Big Bill ‘Get in My Belly’ Nelly’s Review of the Week Capital Grille Sets Service Standard; Incredible Food, Too

As a former resident of a Washington, DC suburb, Rosslyn, VA, I thought a trip to one of the area’s more noteworthy contributions to high-end culinary excellence was in order. It had been 9 years since my previous visit to The Capital Grille’s flagship establishment at 601 Pennsylvania Ave (the Secret Service is still answering for how I got that close to the White House), but the taste of that dry-aged cow candy left a strong enough impression at the time to ensure a future visit. I and a dinner companion much too good-looking to be feasibly paired with me by outside observers walked in the door around 8:30pm on a Thursday; usually the best time and day (any weekday) to avoid the conventional dinner rush while not having to sacrifice prompt, comprehensive service: Any night server is prone to that ‘Oh, great, and I thought I was gonna get outta here at a reasonable hour’ mindset, would we have walked in at 10:45 on a Saturday night, 15 minutes before weekend closing time. But soon after meeting waiter Chad Richardson tableside, it was apparent that the professional, sincere, and robotically-efficient staff would have displayed no such tendencies should we have been so careless, partly because constant activity and a precise division of labor told a story of shared obligations, which takes the pressure off one person to perform. A hostess led us to the table, there was one guy filling waters, another presenting our wine, and Chad visiting frequently enough to make sure we were properly accommodated.

ago), and brought to the city center a bold stroke of East Coast excellence in both fare and service standard. The latter determined the restaurant’s high-end reputation as much as the former, by implementing a subdued, intelligent, interactive approach from its staff. Eye contact is big here. Chad addressed the menu more as a presentational guideline, and delivered his spiel with knowledge and nuance. Though some prefer a minimized server role in their dining experience (we were appropriately offered an escape clause preceding his presentation), I enjoy departures from the menu being presented as a static, kitchen PR piece, and like to decide my option for the night based on verbal exchange if the server and establishment encourage it. We ordered a bottle of ‘06 St. Francis Red Zin; I chose the Dry Aged Porterhouse; and my guest the small Filet Mignon. For a side, the Au Gratin Potatoes came as a big enough portion, Chad assured us, that two to three people would be sated. The meat was immaculate, and had to be, based on the lofty prices (hence the infrequent trips!), the trademark aging process, and the established reputation behind the Grille’s nation-wide success and continuing expansion. But the potatoes were a sub-$10 ultravalue. Flavorful, perfectly layered, and with a crunchy outer covering of fried onions, this would be my bar option were I meeting a client to close that not-so-big deal. There isn’t much more to write than that my 2nd experience at the Capital Grille, about 3000 miles away and a decade later than the one and only DC visit, will set me up with ample anticipation for the 2018 dinner, wherever I find myself. The Capital Grille 2502 E. Camelback, Phoenix (602) 952-8900 16489 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale (480) 348-1700 www.thecapitalgrille.com

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Scottsdale- Warm sunshine, palm trees, and the sights, sounds, and scents of the country’s longest-running food festival: It’s Scottsdale at its finest! As frigid weather grips much of the country, it hardly seems possible, but the 31st Annual Scottsdale Culinary Festival is right around the corner. A Southwestern tradition for foodies, culinary conquistadors, and anyone looking to savor succulent flavors and soak up a week-long festival, ‘The Fest’ is the original, and still the best! Tuesday, April 14th through Sunday, April 19th, the festival’s schedule is packed with a diverse roster of food and drink happenings and special appearances by local and national celebrity chefs. Presented by the Scottsdale League for the Arts, and

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Key Events Friends of James Beard Benefit Dinner at The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa – Tuesday, April 14 at 6 p.m. Bubbles & Bliss at W Scottsdale – Tuesday, April 14 at 7 p.m. Chef Tribute Dinner at J&G Steakhouse – Wednesday, April 15 at 6 p.m. Mixologist “On the Rocks” at Hotel Valley Ho – Wednesday, April 15 and Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. Culinary Hall of Fame Awards Dinner™ at Wrigley Mansion – Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m. Mixologist “On the Rocks” at Mondrian Scottsdale – Thursday, April 16 at 6:30 p.m. Eat, Drink, & Be Pretty at Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts – Friday, April 17 at 7 p.m. Cooks & Corks™ at Scottsdale Center for the Arts – Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 at noon Great Arizona Picnic™ – Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19 at noon Chefs Wine Dinners at Various Restaurants – Saturday, April 18 at 6:45 p.m. Wine Country Brunch™ at InterContinental Montelucia Resort & Spa – Sunday, April 19 at 11 a.m.

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If you make a list of hard-core off-road vehicles, brands like Hummer, Jeep, and Land Rover come to mind. The Toyota FJ Cruiser belongs on it too, because it has what it takes to hit the dirt. There are two basic versions to choose from. First is the 6-speed manual rig, which has a full time 4-wheel drive unit, with low range gears and locking differential. I had the automatic 5-speed rig, featuring 2-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive with low range. I also had the optional “Off Road” pack for an extra $1,375. It includes bigger tires/wheels, locking differential, and Bilstein shocks. So equipped, the FJ glided over the roughest terrain at speeds I wouldn’t dare try with other rigs, and did so smoothly. And with those giant tires, traction was so good, I rarely needed the 4-wheel drive engaged, let alone the low gearing. I can’t imagine using the locking differential unless you got stuck. Unfortunately, you can’t buy the off road pack unless you also purchase the $2,175 luxury option, with a list of power items we don’t need. Drawbacks? The visibility is limited due to body design, but, hey, it sure looks good! I also noticed this is the same basic 4.0 liter engine used in other Toyota trucks, but they require regular fuel, while the FJ wants premium. This results in horsepower increase from 236 to 239, and torque from 266 to 278. Not much increase in power, but big increases in fuel costs. Regular can be used, but with a big power loss. One option I would avoid at all costs is the daytime running lights. This keeps the headlights on whenever the engine is running. At night, this attracts bugs when charging the battery, and drains it more if the charging system fails; not good ideas in the wilderness. Deleting it will save $40. But it wouldn’t make much difference in overall price, which goes from a basic $24,000 to a loaded $30, 372.

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Where and when do you spin?

Prep School Fridays coming soon. I’ve played everywhere from Cream Stereo Lounge and Adult Swim to Homme Lounge and Coach and Willy’s.

How did you get started in the industry?

I grew up in Indiana and moved to Phoenix 3 years ago. I was always surrounded by music my entire life; I was in concert orchestra, jazz band, and played guitar, then started making my own music and remixing songs 2 years ago. I started going to shows introducing my music to promoters, and that’s when I started getting booked.

What’s the funniest thing that ever happened while performing?

I was playing in the Midwest and the last show that I played, during the last song the speakers caught on fire. The crowd loved it

Tell us a secret about yourself or your show: No secrets. When you meet me, you meet all of me.

What’s the biggest misconception people have about DJs?

Some people think that DJs just push play, but the majority actually put in work.

What will people hear when they listen to your music?

I’m gonna be honest: my left deck spins Fergie and my right deck is a loop of Jesus himself. My music is the electro that beats up Hollywood dance and steals its lunch money. I play everything you want to hear.

If there were a “Golden Rule” for being a DJ, what would it be?

Function over fashion. People should learn to DJ before they DJ.

Your favorite place to play?

Homme Lounge. People who go to Homme go to dance; the crowd doesn’t mess around.

If you could change one thing about the DJ-club scene, what would it be?

That gigs would pay more, and it needs less gimmicks and more talent.

What would you be doing if you weren’t DJing?

If I didn’t DJ, I would be a stunt double for Lindsay Lohan.

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BY BRENT DIGGINS AND EFIA MOORE

So, what have all of you been up to? Have you been out to spring training yet? How about sitting on the patio of a bar or around the pool of a hotel? At the least, you must’ve called your friends back East to brag to them, right? Well, the Night Owls have been doing all of that and more, and starting THIS weekend, there is no excuse to not get out and enjoy the MANY events that are going on around Phoenix. Keep reading to find a small snippet of what happened, what’s happening and what will happen in the Valley. International Pop Overthrow: For the first time, coming to Phoenix from March 6-8th, is a music festival that has taken place throughout the U.S. and Canada in cities like Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, San Francisco, Boston, Seattle, and Liverpool, UK at the home of the Beatles, the Cavern Club. It’s known as the International Pop Overthrow Music Festival (IPO), and features great pop and rock bands from throughout the world. The best part is it brings in local talent and groups as well. The three-day IPO Festival will be held at Hollywood Alley and has a line-up of more than 20 bands from throughout the U.S. and Europe. You may get a chance to catch the next big thing at IPO as past performers who have gone on to major label success, including Kara’s Flowers (A.K.A. Maroon 5), Phantom Planet, and The 88 (one of my favorites). This year’s performers include We Should Be Dead (from Limerick Ireland), AM Interstate (Oregon), Baby Scream (London, England), and Tommy and the High Pilots (Santa, Barbara California). They have some very good local acts too including Sugar High, The Breakup Society, Crash Street Kids, Rich Hopkins, The Luminarios, and The Love Me Nots. Each day features 7-8 bands and the cost is only $10! For and updated schedule and more information visit www. internationalpopoverthrow.com. Cool Twitter Handles: Are you going to be at the Rascal Flatts concert on March 12th at Cricket Pavilion? I am because I won free tickets on Twitter. Follow the Night Owls on Twitter @bdiggs and @mindspazzer. A couple of other suggestions for cool free stuff @ livenationphx (where I won my tickets) and Native New Yorker @NativeNY_HQ where you can win stuff and find out about local specials, sports game promos and charity events. B-Train Bash: On the heels of the amazing Cardinals Super Bowl run, wouldn’t you like to

hang out with some players and other celebs? Bertrand Berry, a.k.a. B-Train, is holding his fourth annual “B-Train Bash” on March 2021 with a couple of events. The first, “The Tropical Illusion Gala” will be held on the 20th at Hotel Valley Ho and will feature a cocktail reception, silent and live auctions, and music. Tickets are $375 per person. On the 21st B-Train will host a celebrity-laden party at Devil’s Martini—Old Town. Tickets to this one are only $10 per person from 8 – 10 p.m. and $10 for guys, with no cover for ladies after 10 p.m. The best part is that all of this is for charity and will benefit the Bertrand Berry Foundation, which will give charitably to Childhelp, The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society, and the Mable Dean Scholarship Fund. For more information or tix call (602) 685-1103 or visit www. bertrandberryfoundation.org. Holla! Tickets for Veterans: Listen up yo! Do you have tickets that you or your company isn’t using to a sporting event, concert, or other event? Don’t let them go to waste! Instead donate them to the non-profit Veteran Tickets Foundation. What these guys and gals do is amazing, and we all can help. Basically, they collect tickets that are going to go unused and provide them free or discounted to the more than 26 million veterans and active duty service members in the United States. So next time you can make an event or your company isn’t using the tickets, send them to vettix.org. Music Festival Updates: Have you heard about the Chicks with Picks Festival set to be help at Tempe Beach Park on the 21st? It is the first time for this one and has grown from a local Cave Creek festival to something bigger, which is great; big acts too including Michelle Branch, Jessi Colter and Sarah Buxton, plus local acts. In addition to the music, they’ll have food and drink, a Kids Zone and a VIP area with food and drink prepared by Mad Coyote Joe. Moving forward, they really have a chance to make this something big and uniquely Arizona. Tix are $25 and more info at azchickswithpicks.com. Other music festival news is that the McDowell Mountain Music Festival has announced The Flaming Lips as a headliner. Great move that is another positive step in the right direction for this wonderful festival. We’ll have more on MMMF as it nears, but you can visit MMMF.net for more info and tix. Be safe, be a good person. Till next time…

Brent Diggins is a freelance writer, Valley resident and PR professional at Mindspace, a Valley public relations, marketing and advertising firm. He has been involved in many aspects of the Valley social scene, and considers himself on expert on many things of great global importance, including having a good time. You can reach him at brent.diggins@azweeklymagazine.com.

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Did You Know? If You Didn’t; Doesn’t Matter By Kevin Breger, Esq.

It is widely accepted within U.S. jurisprudence that “ignorance of the law is no excuse”.1 To that end, knowledge is always power, and seeking out knowledge is always a wise course of action in protecting your interests, those of your family, and those of the community. To the extent that ignorance of the law is no excuse, know that in Arizona: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7. 8. 9. 10. 11. 12.

Adultery is a crime. It is a crime to litter. It is a crime to walk your dog in public with him/her off his/her leash in certain cities. It is a crime to knowingly leave your spouse destitute, if you are in a position to provide for his/her means. The person who does your nails has to have a license to do so. If they do not they are committing a crime. It is a crime to knowingly open someone else’s mail without their permission. If you work as a “handyman” and undertake projects for clients that exceed $1,000 in value you are committing a crime. It is a crime to offer or expose for sale mislabeled goods or services. It is a crime “if, in connection with the promotion of the sale of property or services, such person recklessly causes to be made or makes a false or misleading statement in any advertisement”. It is a crime for a doctor to fail to disclose to the police details regarding anyone he/she may have treated for “gunshot wounds, knife wounds or other material injury which may have resulted from a fight, brawl, robbery, or other illegal or unlawful act”. It is a crime to work as a barber without being duly licensed. If you don’t get your vehicle emissions tested when required, you are committing a crime.

If you have any questions about Arizona Criminal Law, feel free to call Kevin Breger at (602) 682-5582 or email him at kbreger@bregerlaw.com. Kevin Breger is the principal attorney at The Law Offices of Kevin Breger, PLLC. Mr. Breger focuses exclusively on criminal law and DUI representation and can be reached at (602) 6825582 or at kbreger@bregerlaw.com. Remember if you do email Mr. Breger please provide a phone number where he can call you back at to discuss your situation. Mr. Breger’s principal office is located at 2025 N. 3rd Street, Suite 157, Phoenix, AZ 85004 and he also has an address in Scottsdale. He represents clients throughout Maricopa County, Pinal County and Yavapai County. The information in this article is current as of February 2009. Remember that all cases need to be assessed on their individual merits and you should consult your attorney to discuss the specific issues in your case. 1 As recognized in Lambert v. California, 355 U.S. 225, 226-27 (1957). The Lambert case does recognize a limited exception to this general rule to the extent that a person’s conduct that has been criminalized is “wholly passive”. Id at 228. See also A.R.S. § 13-204.

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Back the boat up--- NEVER screw over a friend and roommate over some guy. By your own words this guy has never said anything to you, so why would you even consider messing up a friendship? You are not desperately in love; you are perhaps desperately in lust mode with some possible jealousy undertones. Go out with some friends and find a nice guy and leave Jennifer’s MAN ALONE! (Otherwise you could lose your reputation, your friend and place to live). Move on sweetie—men are like buses; there is always another one coming. Dear Coach Lea, I am about to turn 49 have been divorced for 10 years and have wasted countless time and money on women who don’t appreciate me. Women don’t ever date me more than a few dates because I don’t make a million dollars, I live on the west side and my vehicle of choice isn’t a Porsche. I am so mad and angry at women and their frivolous choices. They won’t even bother to give a nice guy like me a chance. I am sick to death of the Scottsdale B*tches!

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Dear Roomie,

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Dear Coach, I have a huge problem--- I am desperately in love with my roommate’s boyfriend Michael. He hasn’t said anything to me but I can feel the sexual tension between us. I tag along with them often just to be close to him. Jennifer my roommate is a great girl but lately she has asked to spend time alone with Michael and to free up the apartment from time to time. I don’t want to ruin a friendship but I really like Michael and feel that I have much more to offer than Jennifer. I don’t know what to do.

I can tell by the tone of your email that you are angry with women. Not all women are like that. (I will admit there are the Scottsdale Plastic women). Since you live on the west side why don’t you try another zip code--- you’ll save gas and frustration in the process. You may even want to talk to a counselor about your anger issues with women. I have seen men like you, who are angry and who can maintain for a date or two and then they can no longer contain their resentment. You may not want to hear it but I will say it anyway---You are the common denominator in all these mishaps. Get some therapy for your anger. Women are great, when on a date be in the moment and leave your expectations at home---you might just have a fabulous time and find someone special you can really spend time with. Good Luck!

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March 6th at Houston Rockets Feared Foe: C Yao Ming- 19.9pts, 9.6rebs, 1.7blks March 8th at San Antonio Spurs Feared Foe: C Tim Duncan- 20.7pts, 10.7rebs, 1.8blks March 10th Dallas Mavericks Feared Foe: F Dirk Nowitski- 25.2pts, 8.3rebs, 2.3asts

ASU Sun Devils Basketball March 5th Stanford Cardinal Feared Foe: G Anthony Goods- 15.8pts, 3.3rebs, 1.9asts March 7th California Golden Bears Feared Foe: G Jerome Randle- 17.7pts, 3.1rebs, 5asts

Phoenix Coyotes March 5th at Boston Bruins Feared Foe: C Marc Savard- 21G, 46A March 6th at Buffalo Sabres Feared Foe: C Derek Roy- 22G, 35A March 8th at New York Islanders Feared Foe: D Mark Streit- 12G, 32A

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There’s no doubt about the fate of this year’s ’08-‘09 ASU Sun Devil Basketball team, which was mysteriously left out of last year’s NCAA Tournament by a selection committee that instead allowed U. of Arizona to compete for the title despite losing twice to ASU and holding a worse conference record. The Sun Devils are currently ranked #11 in the ESPN/USA Today Poll and #14 in the AP poll, higher rankings than PAC-10 leader Washington and runner-up UCLA. Evidently, ASU has made an impression this year on the right people, with two wins over the Bruins and the Wildcats enough to push them into the Top 25 despite doubling up on losses to the Huskies and Washington State Cougars. The last two losses to

these teams came in back-to-back OT disappointments in late Februrary, but if ASU finishes out strong against Stanford and California at home this week, Valley sports fans might see the Sun Devils grab as high as a #5 regional ranking for March Madness.

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G Steve Nash- 14.1pts, 9.7asts, 3.1rebs G Jason Richardson- 17.0pts, 2.2asts, 4.3rebs G Leandro Barbosa- 13.8pts, 2.3asts, 2.7rebs F Grant Hill- 10.8pts, 4.7rebs, 2.1asts C Shaquille O’Neal- 17.8pts, 8.8rebs, 1.5blks

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G Derek Glasser- 8.0pts, 4.7asts, 2.1rebs G Jemelle McMillan- 4.9pts, 1.8asts, 1.9rebs G James Harden- 20.8pts, 4.3asts, 5.6rebs F Rihards Kuksiks- 10.4pts, 3.9rebs, 1.4asts F Jeff Pendergraph- 13.9pts, 8.4rebs, 1.0asts

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Cards Lose Smith; Warner Looking at 49ers

Ex-Cardinals DE Antonio Smith made the most out of his Super Bowl XLIII opportunity to impress, using an 8 tackle, 1 sack performance to secure a $35 Million, five year free-agency deal with the Houston Texans, where he will play opposite feared sack-master Mario Williams. Though Smith didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t put up gaudy defensive numbers last year (41 tackles, 3.5 sacks), he is recognized by NFL talent evaluators as a versatile, freakishly strong pass rusher who is also solid against the run. QB Kurt Warner, who turned down a recent Cardinals offer of $20 Million over 2 years, is reportedly talking to the San Francisco 49ers. He and agent Mark Bartelstein will seek a deal that pays the aged, though obviously effective passer and leader, $14.5 Million per year, the salary average of the 5 highest-paid signal callers in the league. Warner also wants to include an option for a third year on whatever contract he signs. AZWeeklyMagazine.com

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Shoemaker has had his own nationally syndicated radio show, which after only ten months on the air, won the prestigious Communicator Award “Crystal” prize. Two of Craig’s bits were made it to the Top 35 list on XM Radio, with “Playing Army” ranking #1. His “Lovemaster” routine was voted Most Popular Comedy on XM Radio’s Big Schtick Awards. Craig began his career in Philly where he honed his comedy and characters, winning the Best of Philly Award while still tending bar. As a voiceover artist, Craig’s deadon impression of Don Knotts was featured in the film Pleasantville, which he also narrated, and he has voiced many hit animated series, including Teamo Supremo, Monsters, and I M Weasel. Craig most recently wrote, produced, and starred in the film Totally Baked: A Pot-u-mentary - a movie which was conceived from his own son asking if he had ever smoked marijuana. The film was released in theaters on April 20th, 2007, and has since become a hit among fans everywhere. Craig’s writing credits also include ABC’s Just The Ten of Us, and Real Funny. He also wrote and starred in the critically-acclaimed one-man show, Who’s Your Daddy? at the Coronet Theater. In 2004, Craig opened a comedy compound and retail outlet inspired by his nonprofit organization, Laughterheals.org and TheLaughterStore.com, a place to find all things funny – pranks & gags, CDs, books, DVDs – anything to make you laugh! Look for Craig’s new stand-up DVD, The Lovemaster...Unzipped. His own film, The Lovemaster with Farrah Fawcett, won “Best Film” honors at the Los Angeles Independent Film Festival. The Tempe Improv is located at 930 E University Dr., Suite D1-201. For more info, call (480) 921-9877, or log onto www.tempeimprov.com. AZWeeklyMagazine.com

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LOOK! SECTION

Model Profile: Rachel Niu

for anybody!” Rachel has walked runways all over Arizona, including Max Mara, Phoenix Fashion Week, Scottsdale Fashion Week, Fleur’t at Barrett Jackson, Carolina Herrera, and Roberto Botticelli, just to name a few! “I love runway, it’s such a rush to walk down the catwalk in front of a crowd of complete strangers,” Rachel says. Many people know rejection is a big part of the fashion and modeling business, however, Rachel makes sure not to let her nerves get the best of her.

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work with would be, Rachel answered, “I would LOVE to walk for Michael Kors in NY Fashion Week. I hear you get to keep the clothes there in NY after you model for them. His line is totally wearable and not anything weird that can only be worn when on the runway. Plus, his shoes are amazing!” Check out more photos of Rachel Niu at www.sim-agency.com/model.aspx/ Rachel.

“I get both nervous and excited before castings,” she confides. “I do feel relieved when I book them though!”

Standing 5’9½ with vivacious red hair, porcelain skin, and innocent freckles, Rachel Niu greets the world each day like it is her runway. One of nine children (six older brothers and two younger sisters), Rachel says, “A part of me has always wanted to model; I just didn’t know how to embrace it when I was a young, awkward, skinny little girl.” Clearly her gorgeous looks have worked in her favor, as she was signed with SIM Agency of Mesa nearly three years ago. Her sister-in-law was already signed with the agency and told Rachel that they were looking to add some new faces. She sent in her pictures and “bada-bing, badaboom, I was signed within a week.” As for other aspiring models out there, Rachel urges them to be confident and sure of themselves. “Do whatever it is you have to do to make your look for work you, and most importantly, don’t change

Judging from her lengthy list of experience, relief must be a common feeling for Rachel. You may have seen this popular face in Valley fashion gracing newspaper pages in numerous Dillard’s ads, or maybe you saw her in über stylish Rolf’s Beauty and Hair Salon window fronts throughout the city. For now, modeling is something Rachel likes to do for fun on the side while she continues going to school at Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism & Mass Communication. “I make school my first priority,” she says. “If I could travel out of the country, I would totally do it! I’ve always wanted to see the world, and if fashion takes me there, so be it. Being a full-time model would be rewarding, but that will have to wait until I’m done with my degree.” If she ever gets the opportunity to walk the red carpet at a fabulous Hollywood event, Rachel says she wouldn’t mind having someone like Johnny Depp on her arm. (Then again, who wouldn’t?) When asked who her dream designer to

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The folks at the Healthy Back Institute have spent the last 10 years researching and studying back pain and sciatica, and have helped tens of thousands of back pain sufferers during that time. They’ve tested nearly every treatment, technique, and product available, and what they’ve found is that most treatments provide only temporary relief, if at all. And the reason is, the treatments only address the symptom, which is the pain, and they don’t address the actual cause of the pain or condition that’s causing it. The “Hidden Cause” of Back Pain The question many health professionals don’t address is what brought about the condition in the first place, and they instead merely attempt to treat the pain. If you were diagnosed with a herniated disc, instead of just treating the symptoms, they should be finding out what caused the disc to herniate to begin with. Back pain does not happen overnight. While the pain may appear suddenly, the fact is the problem has been developing for months or more likely, years. The reason you have back pain is because your body and spine have been pulled out of their normal position and into what the Healthy Back Institute refers to as dysfunctions. If you are like most people, you move around and live your life without ever being aware that you are forcing your body to work with these dysfunctions, and sooner or later your body breaks down. Physical dysfunctions develop over time and are the direct result of imbalances between various muscle

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how best to describe a live performance by Snatam Kaur and her band? It’s all of these things and more. Seated center stage, Snatam is an angelic presence, dressed in traditional Sikh attire, bejeweled dress, white turban and veil. She’s a diminutive woman, barely five feet tall, but possessed of a voice that could wrest tears from a stone gargoyle — crystalline and radiant, redolent of the simple yet powerful truth of the heart. That voice has made her one of the top selling artists in the field of world sacred music. Amid the swelling ranks of devotional divas and mantra mamas, Snatam stands tall. Snatam will be performing at the New Vision Center, 9659 N Hayden Rd. in Scottsdale, on March 19th, from 7 to 9pm.

By Alan di Perna Concert, chantfest, musical group meditation, a yoga class in melody . . .

The music she performs is mostly of her own composing. Her divinely melodic songs are based on traditional Sikh mantras. But to these Snatam adds her own lyrics in English — simple, heartfelt verses that express the personal meanings these sacred syllables hold for

her and help the audience forge their own emotional connection. Onstage, Snatam is ably supported by accomplished musicians. Guru Ganesha Khalsa handles the guitar with effortless grace, slipping easily between chordal rhythms and mellifluous leads; and Manish Vyas is a world class tabla player from India, whose rhythms take you on a musical journey that flows like a sacred river under the sweet melodies. Snatam mainly accompanies herself on harmonium (Indian pump organ), but also plays violin and guitar. The harmonium and tablas ground the sound in Punjabi Sikh musical tradition, but the music also has a decidedly Western flavor. Snatam grew up in an American Sikh family, and her music reflects the totality of her background. One can even detect a slight country lilt as her voice soars into the upper reaches of her impressive range. GuruGanesha, for his part, is a self-confessed Deadhead, which may account for his near clairvoyant ability to goad and guide the group’s inspired jamming on the music’s open-ended structures. What’s most remarkable about the ensemble is its fluid sense of interplay. These are players

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deeply attuned to one another and the energy of their audience. With a back catalog of 9 beautiful albums, Snatam’s performances draw from an extensive repertoire. Her most recent disc, Snatam Kaur Live in Concert, captures much of the onstage magic. It’ll keep you enfolded in bliss ‘till the next time she and her ‘Celebrate Peace Tour’ hit your town. Oh yes, that’s the big karmic bonus here: All this music and joy happen nightly in the name of peace. In select cities, Snatam holds workshops in prisons, schools in impoverished communities, and other places in need of little spiritual uplift. This is a woman who walks it like she talks it, or sings it, for that matter. Snatam Kaur brings out a bit of the divine peacemaker in all of us. General seating tickets are $25 in advance and $35 at the door. Premium seating in the first few rows is $35 in advance and $45 at the door. Tickets are available locally at A Peace of the Universe, 7000 E Shea Blvd # 1710, (480) 596-3755; Yoga Phoenix, 2302 N 9th St., (602) 271-4480; or online at www.SpiritVoyage.com. Please visit www.snatamkaur.com for more information.

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Creepsville EP Not Metal, but Fun Regardless By Stephen Wilkinson

Image can be something that can either attract or detract. Bottom line, if someone’s got the goods, the rest doesn’t matter. I was pleasantly surprised when I popped this in as I expected something other than what blared out of the speakers. Creepsville’s new 6 song EP is chock full of Rob Zombie spoken interlude type influence, but that’s where that comparison ends. Simply put, this is not metal. It’s high energy, upbeat rockabillystyled music with spooky overtones, yet still maintains a fresh edge comparable to some of today’s established rock acts. Imagine The Munsters hosting a block party; these guys would be playing it. Just as Johnny Cash sang about shooting a man just to watch him die while keeping it fun, these guys do the

same with “Undead Rebels Of The Night”, “Adonis Of The Dead” and “Werewolves Of Creepsville”. If you’re into goth, rock, metal and rockabilly, definitely give this a spin. Good melody throughout, up tempo, fun and most important… it rocks. Rockzone Records 1721 E. Warner Rd. #C-16, Tempe (480) 964-6301 www.rockzonerecords.com

Phoenix- The Sanderson Ford Lincoln Mercury Volvo Music Series welcomes the legendary Temptations to Celebrity Theatre at 8pm on Friday, March 6th. The Temptations’ amazing legacy includes four Grammy awards, numerous gold and platinum albums, and an induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. An essential component of the original Motown machine, the group was invented by Berry Gordy. They began their musical life in Detroit in the early sixties. It wasn’t until 1964, however, that the Smokey Robinson written-andproduced “The Way You Do The Things You Do” turned the guys into stars. An

avalanche of hits followed, many of which, “My Girl,” for instance, attained immortality. Other revered recordings included “Papa Was A Rolling Stone,” “Just My Imagination (Runnin’ Away With Me),” “I Can’t Get Next to You” and “Ain’t Too Proud to Beg.” Over the years, the Temptations suffered a series of tragic losses and personnel changes. Today, more than four decades later and with a lineup that includes founding member Otis Williams, the group continues to bring their flair, flash, and class to the world of contemporary urban music. Tickets ($35, $45, $55) are available at Celebrity Theatre or online at www.celebritytheatre.com. To charge by phone, call (602) 267-1600, x1. Celebrity Theatre is conveniently located on 32nd St., just 4 blocks south of the Loop 202 freeway, in Phoenix.

Mesa Arts Center Welcomes Jewel

Mesa- A contemporary folkie renowned for her expressive, crystalline voice, singer/songwriter Jewel was among the most successful female performers to dominate the pop charts throughout the 1990s. Mesa welcomes her to the Mesa Arts Center on Sunday, March 15th at 7:30pm. Working with producer John Rich of Big & Rich, Jewel subsequently refashioned herself as a country singer for 2008’s Perfectly Clear, which debuted atop the country albums charts. Jewel has enjoyed career longevity rare among her generation. Whether alone with her guitar or fronting a band of ace musicians, she has always been a charismatic live performer, earning the respect of other singer-songwriters such as Merle Haggard, Bob Dylan and Neil Young, who not only invited her

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Steel Horse Saloon (602) 942-8778, 1818 W Bell Rd., #100, Phoenix: Rizon. www. steelhorsesaloon.com

Martini Ranch (480) 9700500, 7295 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale: Vayden and Rebel Jack. www.martiniranchaz.net

Lost Leaf Gallery (602) 2580014, 914 N 5th St. & Roosevelt, Phoenix: Jen Deverox – The Boom Kids. www.thelostleaf. org

Skeptical Chymist (480) 609 8677, 15688 N. Pima Rd., Suite C6, Scottsdale: Kyle Phelan Band. 9pm. www. skepticalchymist.com Char’s Has the Blues (602) 230-0205, 4631 N. 7th Ave., Phoenix: Soul Power. www. charshastheblues.com Dubliner Pub (602) 8670984, 3841 E. Thunderbird Rd. (southwest corner of 40th Street and Thunderbird Rd.), Phoenix: Pat McCrossan. www. dublinerpub.com Yucca Tap Room (480) 9674777, 29 W. Southern Ave., Tempe (Southwest corner of Southern and Mill): Joey Cape, Drag the River, Liar’s Handshake, Matt Reveles and Chip Hanna. 8pm. www. yuccatap.com Last Exit Live (480) 557-6656, 1425 W. Southern Ave., Tempe: Pistol Canyon Social Club and guests. 9pm. $5. www. lastexitlive.com Hardtailz (602) 863-3474, SW Corner of 35th Ave. and Bell Rd., Phoenix: Organ Grinder. 9:30pm. www.hardtailzbar.com The Ruby Room (602) 2586900, 717 S. Central Ave., Phoenix: Fatigo, Robot Tank and Nowhere Man and a Whiskey Girl. 8pm. myspace. com/therubyroomlounge The Sets (480) 829-1822, 93 E. Southern Ave., Tempe: Semi Precious Weapons and Crash Street Kids. 7pm. $6 in adv, $8 at the door. All ages. www. thesets.com Dubliner Pub (602) 8670984, 3841 E. Thunderbird Rd.

Sail Inn (480) 839-6637, 26 S. Farmer St., Tempe: Los Guys. 3-7pm. www.rosiemccaffreys. com

Martini Ranch (480) 9700500, 7295 E. Stetson Dr., Scottsdale: Rock Lobster (10:30pm). www. martiniranchaz.net Goat Head Saloon (480) 4648030, 1423 S. Country Club Dr., Mesa: Joe Draper Band, Steel Solice and Phantom 55. www. goatheadsaloon.com Skeptical Chymist (480) 609 8677, 15688 N. Pima Rd., Suite C6, Scottsdale: Kyle Phelan Band. 9pm. www. skepticalchymist.com Modified Arts (602) 462-5516, 407 E. Roosevelt Rd., Phoenix: Psyko Steve presents Eleisha Eagle, Terrible People, Sister Cities and Sleep Walk a Robot. Doors at 7pm. $8 in adv, $10 at the door. www.modified.org Hollywood Alley (480) 820-7117, 2610 W. Baseline Rd., Mesa: Stephanie Erdel (Los Angeles, CA), Dfactor, Rich Hopkins, Zen Lunatics, Even Bightly, Eurovox and Haggis. $10. myspace.com/ hollywoodalley Char’s Has the Blues (602) 230-0205, 4631 N. 7th Ave., Phoenix: Lady J. www. charshastheblues.com Last Exit Live (480) 557-6656, 1425 W. Southern Ave., Tempe: The Pubes and guests 9pm. $5. www.lastexitlive.com The Ruby Room (602) 258-6900, 717 S. Central Ave., Phoenix: Soleil Noir, Of the Earth and En Kanto . 10pm. myspace.com/ therubyroomlounge

Hardtailz (602) 863-3474, SW Corner of 35th Ave. and Bell Rd., Phoenix: Organ Grinder. 9:30pm. www.hardtailzbar.com The Blooze (602) 788-4574, 12014 N. 32nd St., Phoenix: Headroom, The Andys and Graceful Degradation. www. thebloozebar.com

Concert Venues Club Red (480) 496-4733, 2155 E. University Dr., Tempe: March 11th: Yami Bolo www.clubredrocks.com Chandler Center for the Arts (480) 782-2680, 250 N. Arizona Ave., Chandler: March 7th: Chandler High School Musical March 8th: Cherryholmes March 14th: Lorie Line March 15th: Salt River Brass March 28th: Glenn Miller Orchestra March 29th: Chandler Symphony www.chandlercenter.org Mesa Amphitheatre (480) 644-256, 263 N. Center St., Mesa: April 3rd: Fall Out Boy, Cobra Starship, All Time Low, Hey Monday and Metro Station May 19th: Kings of Leon www.mesaamp.com Marquee Theatre (480) 8290607, 730 N. Mill Ave., Tempe: March 5th: G Love and Special Sauce and Eric Hutchinson. 7pm. $20 in adv, $25 at the door. All ages. March 6th: Escape the Fate, Black Tide, Burn Halo and Attack Attack. 6:30pm. All ages. March 7th: Jimmy Eat World w/ No Knife. 7pm. $25. All ages. www.luckymanonline.com Mesa Arts Center (480) 6446500, 1 East Main St., Mesa: March 6th: Sir James Galway March 13th: The 5 Browns March 14th: The Irish Rovers March 15th: Jewel March 21st: Symphony of the Southwest March 27th: Angelique Kidjo www.mesaartslive.com The Clubhouse Music Venue (480) 967-7977, 1320 E. Broadway Rd., Tempe: March 6th: K and Z Palooza Day 1 w/ We Own the Sky. All ages. March 7th: K and Z Palooza Day 2 w/ Comfort for Change. All ages. March 10th: Metalfest w/ Pagan Knights, TYR, Alestorm and Suicakra. 7pm. All ages. March 13th: Autumn’s End w/ special guests. 7pm. All ages. www.clubhousegigs.com

Rhythm Room (602) 265-4842, 1019 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix: March 5th: Asylum Street Spankers. Doors at 8pm. $14. March 6th: Kim Wilson AllStar Blues Band featuring Kim Wilson, Junior Watson, Larry Taylor and Richard Innes. Doors at 8pm. $20. March 7th: Early show with Charlie Hunter featuring member of the Dap Kings. Doors at 5pm. $19 in adv, $24 at the door. Then Dave Riley’s birthday party with the Dave Riley/Bob Corritore Juke Joint Blues Band. Doors at 8pm. $7. March 8th: Blue Pony Productions presents Barry Melton (of Country Joe & the Fish). Doors at 7pm. $8. March 9th: Monday Night Celebrity Jam hosted by Bill Tarsha & the Rocket 88’s. Doors at 7pm. Free. March 12th: Stateside presents Neil Halstead (of Slowdrive/ Mojave 3). Doors at 7:30pm. $10 in adv, $12 at the door. All ages. www.rhythmroom.com Celebrity Theatre (602) 2671600, 440 N. 32nd St., Phoenix: March 6th: The Temptations March 8th: Kenny Loggins March 19th: Etta James and the Roots Band April 11th: Mint Condition April 30th: Third Day www.celebritytheatre.com Jobing.com Arena (623) 7723800, 9400 W. Maryland Ave., Glendale: March 5th: Slipknot w/ Cradle of Filth March 28th: Disturbed & Killswitch Engage April 3rd: Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band April 24th: Britney Spears May 24th: Fleetwood Mac June 23rd: Andre Rieu www.jobingarena.com Dodge Theatre (602) 3792800, 400 W. Washington St., Phoenix: March 13th: Frankie Valli & The Manhattan Transfer March 21st: Toda Tu Musica Spring Concert ‘09 April 2nd: Lamb of God April 5th: Leonard Cohen April 16th: The Killers April 25th: Eckhart Tolle www.dodgetheatre.com U.S. Airways Center (602) 379-7800, 201 E. Jefferson St., Phoenix: March 26th: Billy Joel and Elton John Face 2 Face March 27th: Rock and Worship Roadshow. MercyMe, Jeremy Camp, Hawk Nelson, Tenth Avenue North and Addison Road. www.usairwayscenter.com

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The Four Birthdays Party

Friday 3/6 • 8 pm • 21+

JASON DeVORE FREEwILL Saturday 3/7 • 8 pm • 21+

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The 15 Year Anniversary Show 15 Years of FREEWILL playing RUSH! 3 Great Classic Rock Bands on 2 Stages.

Friday 3/13 • 8 pm • 18+

Isle of Essence 13 Bands–2 Stages! Oceans Will Part, Another Tomorrow, Second Time Ever, The Package, Vanity Tweak, Manufactured Defects, Miles to Nowhere, Risky Agents, The Way, Jimmie Kerr.

Jason DeVore

Saturday 3/14 • 8 pm • 18+

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PLUS MR. PEACHES & SONNY MOORE BEST FRIENDS FOREVER by Party Foul Electro-House, Bangers & Remixes Dance Party!

Hip-Hop Thursdays • 9 pm • 21+ Presented by BLUNT CLUB 3/05 3/12 3/19 3-26

Sunday 3/15 • 6 pm • 21+

Phoenix Music Awards

ACEYALONE ZION I & BAYLIENS Gas Money Millionaires DJ SHORTKUT

Oakland’s Zion I (DJ AmpLive & MC Zumbi) are acclaimed underground artists, famous for Amp’s wildly futuristic production and Zumbi’s socially conscious lyrics.

DMNDAYS Mr. Peaches Sonny Moore Daze of Thunder Gloryhole BC/AD Craig Citizen What Laura Says Little Red Radio Repeat Repeat

Manda Mosher

CLUB RED EVENT – Hosted by L.A. Music Legend, Al Bowman: Headroom, Manda Mosher, Black Raven, Set Free Worship, 3 Ugly Guys and Cousin Affect!

Friday 3/20 • 8 pm • All Ages

Zion i • 3/12

Cancer Benefit on 4/11 for Allen Shellenberger of Lit “Rough times for the band Lit: Drummer Allen Shellenberger, 38, has been diagnosed with a brain tumor — a malignant glioma, the same form of cancer that Sen. Ted Kennedy is battling. Guitarist Jeremy Popoff says that “Allen’s young and healthy, and if anyone has a chance to beat this, it’s him. As sad and scared as we all are, we’re standing by him and staying positive. We’re going to fight this together.” — OC Register Club Red will host a major benefit to raise money for the medical bills of liT Drummer, allen shellenberger, on saturday 4/11. Fans, bands and sponsors wishing to participate, please contact Ron Kennedy at 480-415-8040.

VAYDEN Special ALL AGES show: Vayden, Cousin Affect, NovaLux, A House Divided, Duct Tape Repairmen and more! 8 Bands, 2 Stages!

Saturday 3/21 • 8 pm • All Ages

Names of the Innocent Gigantic CD Release Party

Names of the innocent releases hot new cD: “Two Hours up”. Plus The Whitest Kids, seven car Pileup, corvo Radio, electric Vectors, cPe and Fracture.

Friday 3/27 • 8pm • 21+

Crooked Head Annie 80s Live Band Dance Party!

CLUB RED EVENT – crooked Head annie plays all your favorite hit songs from the 80s by boston, Journey, Queensrÿche and more!

CLUB RED MAJOR SHOW ADvAnCE TiCkETS: online at www.Ticketmaster.com or www.Ticketweb.com or buy tickets valleywide at any Tobacco & PiPes Plus store. 6 TPP locations! TEMPE: 2155 e university Drive, next door to club ReD – 480.947.0712 MESA: 1057 N Mesa Dr – 480.962.1699 WEST PHOEniX: 4002 N 43rd ave – 602.272.9577 EAST PHOEniX: 3245 e Thomas Rd – 602.955.5077 GLEnDALE: 4748 W Glendale ave 623.934.4864 CAvE CREEk: 15214 N cave creek Rd # b – 602.482.2897. all Tobacco & Pipes Plus stores are open from 11am to 11pm daily.

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