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MARCH 23, 2017

CHATTANOOGA'S WEEKLY ALTERNATIVE

learning to survive: battling cancer after treatment Breast Cancer survivor Meghan Greene talks about learning to live By Marc T. Michael

MUSIC

ARTS

SCREEN

CITY SOUNDS

TALLIS SCHOLARS

JEWISH FILM

TRYEZZ

ACAPELLA

FESTIVAL

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VOLUME 14, ISSUE 12 MARCH 23, 2017

CONTENTS 4

OP-ED: IS IT TIME FOR MEDICINAL CANNABIS?

Tennessee Department of Health Commissioner John Dreyzehner has stated that expanding medical marijuana does more harm than good to any additional legalization.

EXPLORING THE JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL SERIES

Interesting thing about the truth: no matter how deep it is buried; it finds a way to reveal itself. Interesting thing about identity: we all struggle with it, and, ultimately, we accept it.

GORGEOUS VOICES LIFTED IN RENAISSANCE SONG

The exquisite blending of human voices— without instrumental accompaniment—began to fascinate The Tallis Scholars founder Peter Phillips when he was just a teenager.

TRYEZZ GETS INTO HIS OWN SCENIC GROOVE

“Scenic Groove” is what keyboardist Jonathan “Tryezz” Fowlkes calls his style of music—a unique and eclectic blend of fusion jazz, modern funk and electronic dance.

ALSO INSIDE

Battling Cancer After Treatment Meghan Greene was only 30 years old when it happened. Her general practitioner had been admonishing her to schedule a gynecological exam, something Meghan admits she had been putting off longer than she should (they aren’t particularly pleasant after all.)

FEATURED CONTRIBUTORS

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RECORD REVIEWS

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

NEW IN THEATERS

BUSINESS BRIEFS

ARTS CALENDAR

DIVERSIONS

MIXOLOGY

JONESIN' CROSSWORD

MUSIC CALENDAR

SUSHI & BISCUITS

Music editor Marc T. Michael is a long-standing presence in the local music scene . When not playing with local Irish group the Molly Maguires, Marc can be found hosting trivia matches throughout the city.

David Traver Adolphus, our resident car geek, is a freelance automotive researcher who recently quit his full-time job writing about old cars to pursue his lifelong dream of writing about old AND new cars.

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BEGINNINGS ∙ OPINION

Op-Ed: Is It Time For Medicinal Cannabis?

ECS could very well be the future of medical advancement By David Hairston

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ennessee Department of Health Commissioner John Dreyzehner has stated that expanding medical marijuana does more harm than good to any additional legalization. Simply put, the swamp of deceit foisted on Tennesseans could not get any deeper. “Currently, the weight of evidence is that when marijuana is used as medicine, it will do more harm than good to the overall population of our state,” Dreyzehner said. Dreyzehner’s opinion is a bit out of date—about 25 years out of date and decidedly out of step with medical professionals and citizens of our state. As Dr. Sanjay Gupta has said: “I am here to apologize. We have been terribly and systematically misled for nearly 70 years in the United States (regarding cannabis), and I apologize for my own role in that.” Physician support for medicinal cannabis mirrors the same support (75-80 percent) as the general public holds. Safe Access Tennessee, a non-profit group devoted solely to medicinal cannabis (not recreational legalization), would like citizens and our state legislators to examine certain significant and material facts with respect to medicinal cannabis. The key rationale for a state medicinal cannabis program is to protect our state’s citizens from out-of-touch and distant federal bureaucracies, particularly the Drug Enforcement Agency and its related entities, which have fought a 45-year losing battle against the cannabis plant. This campaign of “systematically misleading” started with the proposition there is no medicinal value in cannabis. The falsehood that there is no medicinal value in cannabis is written into U.S. fed-

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eral law and has been a consistent theme to justify large governmental budgets for law enforcement. Every medical advance related to cannabis has been opposed, slowed, delayed and harassed by DEA officials more dedicated to their bureaucratic power than patients’ suffering or the advancement of medicine. That is what Dr. Gupta means by “systematically misleading.” The Federal stranglehold on cannabis continued even after the discovery of the Endocabannioid System (ECS) in 1989. This unique system of the human body controls the immune system, appetite, and pain (separately from the central nervous system), and is one of the most important scientific discoveries of the 20th century. It seems God designed our bodies to use cannabinoids (inherent in cannabis and other plants) to maintain health—the exact opposite of the DEA propaganda.

The large medicinal potential of the ECS is being squandered by highly paid federal bureaucrats. The DEA stopped research authorized by the 2014 legislative session of the State of Tennessee (SB 2531) by not allowing cannabis to be grown at Tennessee Tech for academic research purposes. Our State legislature cannot let these restrictions on medical and scientific advancement stand. Tennessee needs a medicinal cannabis program just to maintain our economic competitiveness in the area of advanced ECS health solutions. We urge all those who believe the way we do to support the Medical Cannabis Act of 2017 as a whole. Find out more at safeaccesstn.org David C. Hairston is the Chairman of the Board for Safe Access Tennessee, an advocacy group affiliated with the Americans for Safe Access.

Consider This with Dr. Rick

EdiToon by Rob Rogers

“The one thing that you have that nobody else has is you. Your voice, your mind, your story, your vision. So write and draw and build and dance and live only as you can.” —author unknown

Mercy Junction Aims To Keep Everyone Safe This is what we love seeing in Chattanooga. With the current state of our country there are many people being targeted, and feeling unsafe because of their beliefs. The Mercy Junction Justice and Peace Center has decided to organize a group of volunteers who are willing to drive around, or accompany anyone feeling unsafe. If you are worried or uncomfortable driving yourself to work, school, or pretty much anywhere in the Chattanooga, Dalton, and Cleveland areas, do not hesitate to call Mercy Junction Justice and Peace Center for a ride, or companion by your side.

This initiative is meant to insure the safety of anyone who feels targeted due to his or her immigration status, religion, or gender identity. With recent unjust laws being enforced, and hateful

people feeling bold at this time, Mercy Junction is trying to do their part. The Mercy Junction Justice and Peace Center are “[committed] to sanctuary, resistance of unjust laws, and to supporting ALL our sisters and brothers.” When times are tough, whether it be socially or economically, it’s up to us as a community to do what’s right and stick together. If you are feeling unsafe, need a ride, or a friend by your side, or if you’d like to help drive/accompany folks, call or text (423) 521-0642 or email justice@ mercyjunctioncenter.org — Alex Plaumann

As the philosopher Osho puts it, “The moment you accept yourself, you become beautiful.” When you accept your past, your past gets its voice. When you accept your hardships and struggles…your story comes alive. If you accept your dreams and realize that no matter how others may laugh and deride, you are already farther along than they are. It doesn’t matter your age, faith, country of origin, sexual orientation or anything else you may be used to seeing as an obstacle. Stop waiting. Stop waiting for Friday, for summer, for enough money, for someone to fall in love with you. All you have is the glorious, present moment. And it’s all yours. — Rick Pimental-Habib, Ph.D.

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New Look. New Wheels. Looking for a new vehicle?

Need to sell your old ride? Buy, Trade and Sell all in one place. ChattanoogaHasCars.com

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COLUMN ∙ AIR BAG

How To Sell Your Used Car Our car guy explains how to get top dollar for your used vehicle

David Traver Adolphus Pulse columnist

NY MULYAK WITH A PHONE can stick a car on Craigslist (actual text from a current ad: “Something on paint. If u scrub it seems like it may come off but I don’t have the time or energy”) or ask for $48,000 for a 2001 Suburban (“motor was replace 2 weeks ago truck runs great no mechanical problems at all tranny was replace 2 years ago”), but those are people likely to go unfulfilled in their car-selling experience. A little more effort will make it easy for buyers to pick your car out from the herd. Here are some simple life hacks that can help you get top dollar for the car-child you’re abandoning to a stranger. You won’t believe #5! DO: Get your car professionally detailed. Budget about $200 for a detailing. It’s usually less, but you know how dirty your car is. Your dirty, dirty car. I’ve promoted detailing several times before (thanks for the steaks, Detail Depot, conveniently located on Chapman Road. Detail Depot: It’s In The Deets!) as part of regular maintenance, but this is when it really counts. You won’t get any extra money but it will ensure you’re not losing out on getting all you should. DON’T: Leave your used heroin

needles on the seat. Ouch! No one likes a sharp needle to the butt. Be polite and put them back with your stash. Don’t forget to check under the seats, in the glove box, and around the corners of the secret compartment behind the left speaker! Round up any leftover shell casings while you’re at it, too. DO: Make a little extra effort with your photos. It’s not brain science. Take them right after detailing, when your car is empty (see above). Get the whole car in the frame—don’t cut off the bumpers. At the very least, go to an empty parking lot in the evening (protip: the back wall of a big box store makes a great neutral backdrop) when the lighting is good. You want your car to be the only thing your eyes focus on. Half a dozen good photos are enough for an ad: Front, profile, front ¾, rear ¾, interior and engine. DON’T: Have Baz Luhrmann make a video of your car. The director of Moulin Rouge and The Great Gatsby likes lurid spectacle, which can really distract you from the car itself. In 2005 GMC Yukon Denali—$8500, Luhrmann’s use of Nicole Kidman for what were totally unnecessary water ballet scenes made you forget the important stuff, such as the 22-inch Escalade wheels, navigation and DVD

player. A director with a more prosaic style—like Robert Altman or Steven Soderbergh—will focus on the car and less on frippery. DO: Have a better car to sell. Compare these two actual ads: “1997 Rolls Royce Silver Spur TURBO—Best in the Country;” and “1980 Ford Pinto—Bright Yellow—Almost Original.” Now guess which one is $32,500, and which one is $2,700? Hint: It’s the Rolls-Royce! Some other good sellers in the area include 2015-and-up Corvettes and professionally lifted late model trucks. Even a really good 10-year-old Honda Civic is still only a $7,000 car, at best. Try owning, say, a cherry 2015 Lexus

RX350, instead, and selling that. DON’T: Actually have a donkey or mule. How many times have you gone to look at a car, and it’s actually an ass? Now, I actually really like donkeys and mules, but there are times when it’s a car or truck that I really want, and I’m going to be disappointed if I schlep myself out to the sticks for an F150 and end up looking at a bay mare, instead. If you’re selling livestock, and not a car, just say so, people! David Traver Adolphus is a freelance automotive researcher who recently quit his full time job writing about old cars to pursue his lifelong dream of writing about old AND new cars. Follow him on Twitter as @proscriptus.

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COVER STORY

Learning To Survive: Battling Cancer After Treatment Breast Cancer survivor Meghan Greene talks about learning to live By Marc T. Michael Pulse contributor

EGHAN GREENE WAS ONLY 30 years old when it happened. Her general practitioner had been admonishing her to schedule a gynecological exam, something Meghan admits she had been putting off longer than she should (they aren’t particularly pleasant after all.) The appointment was early in the week and during the routine breast exam a lump was discovered. A mammogram was scheduled for the next day, then an ultrasound, and finally at the end of the week, a biopsy. This meant Meghan had the entire weekend to think on the potential results and while friends and family tried to reassure her: “You’re too young!”, “There’s no history of it in your family!”, Meghan says that deep down, she already knew. The call came on Monday morning, the pronouncement terse; the results were positive, it was breast cancer. Despite her best efforts to steel herself against it, the words were overwhelming. “I felt like I was underwater. Light and color were muted, sound was muffled, everything seemed distant. Finally, I said, ‘Okay, what do we do next?’” Chemotherapy came first, four and a half months of it. Pain, fatigue, nausea and a litany of other side effects were difficult to cope with, but the consequences of no chemo were ultimately worse. There was the inevitable hair loss, of course, and the less visible but longer lasting cognitive difficulties which can linger for months or even years after treatment. Even now Meghan, a genuinely charming and articulate woman, experiences frustration at 8 • THE PULSE • MARCH 23, 2017 • CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM

COVER STORY

times when her thoughts become disconnected and the right words won’t come. Fortunately, it is a condition that continues to improve with time. Surgery followed the chemotherapy, a lumpectomy in this case rather than a mastectomy. Next came radiation therapy that unfortunately had to be delayed halfway through the treatment course as it was causing Meghan, whose skin is particularly sensitive, severe burns. For a year following the surgery and radiation therapy, Meghan had to receive regular intravenous infusions of the drug herceptin and even now is taking daily medications and will for the next ten years. The good news at the end of all the treatment is that she is cancer free, for now. “Every survivor knows that there is always some fear of recurrence. It isn’t overwhelming, you live your life, but you stay vigilant. The battle isn’t over after treatment.” The bout with cancer had at least one unexpected after-effect for Ms. Greene. Long

“I felt like I was underwater. Light and color were muted, sound was muffled, everything seemed distant. Finally, I said, ‘Okay, what do we do next?’” term career plans of working with a non-profit group had led her to obtain a degree in that field, but she had always envisioned herself working in music or the arts. The idea of working in anything related to medicine wasn’t even a consideration, at least until her own experience put her in touch with a number of support groups and non-profit organizations dedicated to serving cancer patients and survivors. Call it fate, karma, kismet or just circumstance; her education and the aftermath of her ordeal put her

in the right place at the right time and today Meghan Greene serves as the executive director of Breast Cancer Support Services, a nonprofit organization based in Chattanooga serving nineteen counties in Tennessee, Northwest Georgia and Northeast Alabama. “Breast Cancer Support Services was founded in Elaine Hill’s basement when she realized, after her own breast cancer diagnosis, that there were very few resources available, particularly to lower income survivors,” explains Greene. “I know breast cancer awareness is

everywhere now, but Elaine started our organization when it wasn’t really something that was even spoken of publicly. There is still no one else in this area doing what we do. We’ve accomplished a lot in our 25 years, in no small part thanks to Elaine and other founding members.” BCSS offers a wide variety of services to patients and survivors all free of charge. BCSS sponsors a quarterly education series in which, according to Greene, “Area medical and health professionals present current topics relevant to breast cancer survivors. These include presentations on lifestyle, nutrition and fitness, as well as medical advances, updated screening guidelines and management of side effects common in survivors.” Past topics covered in the education series include Eating for a Healthy Life, Modern Breast Reconstruction, Benefits of Peer Support, Bone Health, Pain Management, New Screening Guidelines, Phytoestrocontinued on page 10

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COVER STORY

gens, Integrated Medicine and many more. The office, located at 1400 McCallie Ave. Suite 10, hosts a support group the second Monday of every month, led by a licensed professional counselor who is also a survivor. There is a once a year half-day workshop entitled, “Moving On, Life After Breast Cancer” covering an array of subjects including body language, movement therapy and art therapy. By far the largest and most utilized program offered by BCSS is the Emergency Fund. A cancer diagnosis often delivers a sort of financial doublejeopardy in which the patient is suddenly unable to work (or at the very least severely limited in the hours and kinds of work they can perform) while regular household expenses are compounded by medical costs. It is in these moments of vulnerability when the patient is most in need of money while least able to earn it that the Emergency Fund comes in to play, 10 • THE PULSE • MARCH 23, 2017 • CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM

helping to cover bills during chemo treatment. It is also this program that relies most heavily on the donations BCSS receives throughout the year. Another popular and important program offered by BCSS, one of Greene’s personal favorites, is the Mastectomy Bra/Prosthetic Bank. These items tend to be prohibitively expensive and many insurance policies do not cover their cost. Those that do tend to be limited in scope so that women whose prosthetics have become damaged or degraded over time are forced to patch them however they can. The Bank’s purpose is to make these items available to women who might otherwise be forced to do without or improvise as was the case with one survivor: “She had been stuffing her bra with socks for ten years,” says Greene. “After we were able to fit her with the proper prosthetics she smiled and told me it was the first time she’d felt whole since her surgery. Experiences like that continue to be one of the

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“A cancer diagnosis often delivers a sort of financial double-jeopardy in which the patient is suddenly unable to work while regular household expenses are compounded by medical costs. ” most rewarding parts of the job.” Though Greene is an expert at wringing the greatest value out of every dollar that comes in to the organization, it is still an expensive endeavor. It is thanks to the contributions of longtime private donors (many of whom are survivors themselves), corporate sponsorships, volunteers and other donors that BCSS is able to operate, but a substantial portion of their funding comes from a single event, the annual Bra-Vo Fashion Show. The fifth annual Bra-Vo show (which is also the 25th anniversary of BCSS) is being held at Track 29 on April 2nd. The event is from 2 to 4:30 and light refreshments are being provided by Carrabba’s, Dish T’Pass, Culinary Creations Catering and La Familia Mexican Restaurant. Six local boutiques, Frankie and Julian’s, Irma Marie, K:: A Boutique by Katherine Roberts, Rock Creek Outfitters, Stein Mart and Yacoubian Tailors are providing the clothing for the show. The French Quarter and the Chattanooga Make-Up Collaborative are providing hair and make-up respectively. The Chocolate Box will once again be sponsoring their truffle sale at the event. Each package consists of a box, two chocolate truffles and a number that corresponds to a prize. Prizes include gift baskets and an assortment of gift cards to local restaurants and spas. There will also be a cash bar (ID required, naturally.)

All of the models participating in the event are breast cancer survivors ranging in age from 20 to 80 years old including a male model, reinforcing the important point that breast cancer can affect anyone regardless of age or gender. Tickets are available through the BCSS website (http://www.bcss-chattanooga.org/) for $40 or $45 at the door. While this event is the single largest source of funds for Breast Cancer Support Services, individual donations may be made at any time through the website and Amazon offers a partnership wherein they will donate 5% of your purchase totals directly to BCSS. At a time when the future of healthcare for many Americans is uncertain at best, the work of non-profit organizations like BCSS is more vital and important than ever, and with no support whatsoever at either the federal or state level, the support of the community is critical. Fundraisers like the Bra-Vo Fashion Show are a great and easy way to lend that support, along with individual donations and volunteering. Better funding means a greater ability to reach and help those in need which has always been the primary goal of BCSS. A final word from Meghan Greene: “A breast cancer diagnosis is overwhelming for many people, but you don’t have to face it alone. There are more resources today than ever before, and BCSS is here to help survivors navigate not only treatment, but life beyond breast cancer.” CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM • MARCH 23, 2017 • THE PULSE • 11

FILM & TELEVISION

Exploring The Jewish Film Festival Series 1945 highlights an intriguing lineup of Jewish films

A Mozart Masterpiece Live At The Met Mozart’s first operatic masterpiece, Idomeneo, returns to the Met in the classic Jean-Pierre Ponnelle production, conducted by Music Director James Levine, and coming to the big screen this Saturday at the East Ridge 18. The superb ensemble includes Matthew Polenzani as the king torn by a rashvow; mezzo-soprano Alice Coote in the trouser role of his noble son Idamante; soprano Nadine Sierra as Ilia; and soprano Elza van den Heever as the volatile Elettra, who loves Idamante to the bounds of madness. Like many stories from Greek myth, Idomeneo explores the motivations and emotions of humans whose fates seem beyond their own control. The opera casts these issues within the framework of the opera seria genre, a stylized format popular in the 18th century that is characterized by a succession of arias and recitatives and a cast of noble characters. No less than the New York Times raves, “Here is the Met at its best. Levine conducts, drawing a refined and affecting performance from the great Met orchestra and chorus and an impressive cast.” Long neglected along with other works of this era, Idomeneo now holds a firm place in the repertoire as the first of Mozart’s operatic masterpieces. The Metropolitan Opera: Idomeneo Saturday, 12:55 p.m. Carmike's East Ridge 18 5080 South Terrace (423) 855-9652 www.carmike.com/events 12 • THE PULSE • MARCH 23, 2017 • CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM

“1945” by Ferenc Torok

By Beth Miller

Pulse contributor

NTERESTING THING ABOUT THE TRUTH: no matter how deep it is buried; it finds a way to reveal itself. Interesting thing about identity: we all struggle with it, and, ultimately, we accept it or continue to wrestle with it. Interesting thing about love: it doesn’t prevail by its own inherent nature but rather has the ability to overcome hate depending on how it is used. These themes are universal, meaning they cross the borders of every culture, every religion and every household. Boil them all down and at their very core lies…us. These universal themes, along with many others, can be found in the five independent films being shown at the 10th Annual Jewish Film Series located at the Jewish Cultural Center.

Sanford Winer, Jewish Film Series Chair, spent some time with The Pulse detailing each film and the reasons for their selection. Winer explains, “The movies are not religious movies. I don’t think we’ve ever shown a movie about religion.” He admits the movies are Jewishthemed, however, it is their historical importance that stands out. “This year the one that has the most historical importance would be the movie 1945.” 1945 reveals the guilt-driven fear harbored by those in a Hungarian village who took the possessions from the Jews sent to camps. Two Orthodox Jews show up carrying a box labeled “fragrances” and appear, to those still living in the village, to be heirs to the stolen property. Winer admits, “1945 is the most unusual story—the way it is done and the way it is developed.” Of the other films, Winer says, “There’s not

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“We are trying to promote understanding. We are like everybody else. We have all the same desires and wants. We are Americans like everybody else.” a single movie here that does not offer a lot. There’s something good about all of them.” Each film in the lineup tells a rich story full of raw emotion and realness—something not found in most Hollywood blockbusters. Winer and other committee members viewed over 20 films before settling on these five. Winer goes on to explain,

“Every movie we are showing has played or will play at international film festivals.” 1945 made its U.S. debut in January in Miami at a Jewish Film Festival and won Best Movie. Ten years ago, Winer and others sat down to discuss improvements within the Chattanooga community and the Chattanooga Jewish Film Series was born. The film series sought to bring more people into the Center, help with community

relations, and entertain and enlighten. For those of other faiths who are unsure, Winer says, “These movies are not religious. There is no proselytizing. If anything, they are critical.” In a time when it is clear that we as a country need to reach out—must reach out—to each other to create some understanding and calm our fears, one group is doing just that. Again, at the very core of this decision lies us—you and me. The door has been opened. It is time to walk through and start a dialogue that is long overdue. Winer says, “We are trying to promote understanding. We are like everybody else. We have all the same desires and wants. We are Americans like everybody else.”

✴ ✴ NEW IN THEATERS ✴ ✴

Power Rangers A group of high-school kids, who are infused with unique superpowers, harness their abilities in order to save the world. Director: Dean Israelite Stars: Dacre Montgomery, Naomi Scott, RJ Cyler, Ludi Lin

Jewish Film Festival Lineup March 22: The Women’s Balcony—A congregation splits when gender lines are drawn. March 29: Fever at Dawn—Two survivors of the Holocaust search for each other and fall in love under the strangest of circumstances. April 5: 1945—In August 1945, two Orthodox Jews arrive in a Hungarian village carrying a mysterious box that raises fear in the town’s people over illegally obtained property. April 19: The Last Mensch—Following WWII,

a Jewish man is attempting to prove he is Jewish but has no family or friends to validate his claim. April 26: AKA Nadia—A Palestinian woman poses as a Jew and returns to live in Isreal until her identity is exposed. For more movie info. go to: jewishchattanooga.com/programs/jewish-film-series $7 includes popcorn and drink; $3 for students with valid ID. (Must be 16 or older.)

Life An international space crew discovers life on Mars. As one would expect from a sci-fi horror film, things do not go well for the crew. Director: Daniel Espinosa Stars: Rebecca Ferguson, Ryan Reynolds, Jake Gyllenhaal, Hiroyuki Sanada

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Gorgeous Voices Lifted In Renaissance Song The Tallis Scholars fill St. Paul’s with acapella sound

Finding Your Own “Irish Courage” St. Patrick’s Day has (unfortunately) already passed, but there’s no reason you can’t spend the whole month celebrating, and what better way to celebrate than by attending an Irish-themed play? This weekend, the Mars Theatre District in LaFayette is continuing to honor the Irish holiday through their performance of Irish Courage. Irish Courage is Back Alley Production’s Irish rendition of John Millington Synge’s classic, Playboy of the Western World that features live Irish music and dance. The play is centered on Christy Mahon and the tall tales he tells of murdering his overly-controlling father while having a few brews in a 20th-century Irish tavern. He somehow manages to charm all of the villagers, especially the ladies; they’re all hooked on his story until his father, who is actually alive, tracks him down. He then has to figure out how to make the lie right, which he does by making it real. Irish Courage has many comedic elements, which makes it a truly hilarious performance, but it also hits on some serious underlying themes through the examination of traditional Irish culture, making it a great way to close out the month of March. — Addie Whitlow Irish Courage: The Playboy of the Western World Friday & Saturday, 7:30 p.m. | Sunday, 2:30 p.m. The Historic Mars Theatre 117 N. Chattanooga St. (706) 996-8350 bapshows.com 14 • THE PULSE • MARCH 23, 2017 • CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM

Photo by Nick Rutter

By Janis Hashe

Pulse contributor

HE EXQUISITE BLENDING OF HUMAN voices—without instrumental accompaniment—began to fascinate The Tallis Scholars founder Peter Phillips when he was just a teenager. His interest continued during his college years at England’s Winchester College, Royal School of Church Music, and eventually, St. John’s College at Oxford University.

In fact, he founded The Tallis Scholars (named for Renaissance composer Thomas Tallis, 15051585) in 1973, before graduating from Oxford. In the beginning, he wasn’t sure there would be an audience for this music. “Choirs did not really exist to sing it in those days,” Phillips said by phone from London. “People couldn’t hear that it was great music.” But his way of arranging and conducting it—10 singers in a semi-circle onstage, with two voices combining to sing each part—brought the mu-

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“The concept, Peter Phillips explains, is to sing the music in a more ‘precise and vulnerable way’, to get under the surface of the music.” sic of the Renaissance back to life, and for the last 40 years, it has continued to delight arts lovers worldwide. The Tallis Scholars come to St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on Tuesday, March 28. The concept, Phillips explains, is to sing the music in a more “precise and vulnerable way, to get under the surface of the music.” Group members must be able to listen closely and blend their voice both with their partner and with the group as a whole. In the past, he’s compared the idea to a string quartet. Phillips does not audition singers to be members of the Scholars. “I hear about good people, and sometimes members tell me who they would like to sing with,” he says. Although there are sometimes substitutions for par-

ticular programs, singers tend to stay with the group long term. “They have practiced together for a long time; they need to know how each one breathes, how they phrase…it’s a partnership,” he explains. After more than 40 years, the Scholars have a long list of music with which to create programs. “I choose the best music I can find, and there’s always new music to find,” Phillips says. Sometimes academics will contact him with pieces they’ve discovered, and sometimes a concert promoter will request a themed program, as happened recently at Carnegie Hall, when they were asked to present specifically Venetian music of the period. And Phillips enjoys adding and performing music from living composers as well. In 1977, he began collaborating with composer John Taverner, and has continued to work with modern composers Eric Whitacre, Gabriel Jackson, Nico Muhly, Ivan Moody, John Woolrich,

Matthew Martin, Christopher Willcock and Michael Nyman. “These composers create music that can fit with the period,” he says. “It’s lovely music.” For the concert at St. Paul’s, the Scholars will perform a program called “Metamorphosis,” based on the texts of the Magnificat, the Lord’s Prayer, and Ave Maria, as interpreted in widely different traditions, including Latin, English and Russian/ Slavic. For example, Sheppard’s “Our Father” will be followed by John Taverner’s 1999 “Our Father,” which is followed by Stravinsky’s “Otche Nash.” Asked whether churches and cathedrals remain his favorite venues to perform in, Phillips chuckcles. “Some medieval churches in England are really uncomfortable,” he reveals. “What matters to me is what the sound is like and that the audience is comfortable and enjoying the music.” To enjoy a truly extraordinary vocal music performance, make sure to save the date at St. Paul’s. ···· The Tallis Scholars, 7:30 p.m., Mar. 28. $50. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 305 W. 7th St. (423) 266-8185, stapaulschatt.org

THU3.23 Big 9 Book Club

It's a presentation and discussion of “The Women of Brewster Place”, Gloria Naylor's seminal novel. 6 p.m. Jazzanooga Arts Space 431 E. MLK Blvd. (423) 402-0452 jazzanooga.org

FRI3.24 Laughter Yoga

We all know that yoga is one of the best exercises for your body, and laughter makes it even better. 6:15 p.m. Toes Yoga 3228 Brainerd Rd. (423) 760-8375 toesyoga.com

SAT3.25 Madame Butterfly

The Chattanooga Symphony & Opera present one of the most beloved and acclaimed operas of all time. 7:30 p.m. Tivoli Theatre 709 Broad St. (423) 267-8583 chattanoogasymphony.org

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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT CALENDAR

Fairytale Nights

THURSDAY3.23 TechTown Spring Break STEAM Week 9 a.m. TechTown 325 Market St. (423) 505-9836 aafchattanooga.com National Puppy Day 1 p.m. The Spice and Tea Exchange 2115 Hamilton Place Blvd. (423) 624-5302 heschatt.org Ooltewah Farmers Market 3 p.m. Ooltewah Nursery 5829 Main St. (423) 238-9775 ooltewahnursery.com Signal Mountain Farmers Market 4 p.m. Pruett’s Market 1210 Taft Hwy. (423) 902-8023 signalmountainfarmersmarket.com Tennessee Aquarium Conservation Institute Tour 4 p.m. Tennessee Aquarium 1 Broad St. (800) 262-0695 tnaqua.org Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony 5:30 p.m. Mad Priest Coffee Roasters 1900 Broad St. (423) 413-8978 thechattery.org Our America: Drawing and Dialogue

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6 p.m. Hunter Museum of American Art 10 Bluff View Ave. (423) 267-0968 huntermuseum.org Big 9 Book Club: The Women of Brewster Place 6 p.m. Jazzanooga Arts Space 431 E. MLK Blvd. (423) 402-0452 jazzanooga.org CSO Madame Butterfly Opera 7:30 p.m. Tivoli Theatre 709 Broad St. (423) 267-8583 chattanoogasymphony.org D.S. Sanders 7:30 p.m. The Comedy Catch 1400 Market St. (423) 629-2233

thecomedycatch.com

FRIDAY3.24 Ragnar Relay 5 a.m. Coolidge Park 150 River St. (423) 643-5956 runragnar.com 3rd Street Farmers Market 10:30 a.m. Erlanger Hospital Medical Mall 975 E. 3rd St. lookoutfarmersmarket.com D.S. Sanders 7:30, 9:45 p.m. The Comedy Catch 1400 Market St. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com Fairytale Nights Premiere Event

ENTERTAINMENT SPOTLIGHT Darren “DS” Sanders is one of the funniest comedians touring today. He has worked many of the finest comedy clubs, and will keep you laughing all night long (and for days afterwards). D.S. Sanders The Comedy Catch 1400 Market St. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

6 p.m. Rock City Gardens 1400 Patten Rd. (706) 820-2531 seerockcity.com Laughter Yoga 6:15 p.m. Toes Yoga 3228 Brainerd Rd. (423) 760-8375 toesyoga.com Irish Courage “The Playboy of the Western World” 7:30 p.m. The Mars Theatre 117 N. Chattanooga St. (706) 996-8350 bapshows.com

SATURDAY3.25 Ragnar Relay 5 a.m. Coolidge Park 150 River St. (423) 643-5956 runragnar.com Laugh with the Penguins Yoga Sessions 8 a.m. Tennessee Aquarium 1 Broad St. (800) 262-0695 tnaqua.org Homebuyer Workshop 9 a.m. Chattanooga Neighborhood Enterprise 1500 Chestnut St. #102 (423) 756-6201 cneinc.org TechTown Spring Break STEAM Week

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Artist Margaret Dyer 9 a.m. TechTown 325 Market St. (423) 505-9836 aafchattanooga.com Earthcare Workshop – Beautiful and Functional Native Plants to Replace Invasive Exotics 9:30 a.m. Greenway Farms 5051 Gann Store Rd. (706) 278-3979 earthcareonline.org St. Alban’s Hixson Market 9:30 a.m. St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 7514 Hixson Pike (423) 842-6303 Northside Farmers Market 10 am. Northside Presbyterian Church 923 Mississippi Ave. (423) 266-7497 Chattanooga River Market 10 a.m. Tennessee Aquarium Plaza 1 Broad St. (423) 648-2496 chattanoogarivermarket.com Chattanooga River Market Yoga 10 a.m. Tennessee Aquarium Plaza 1 Broad St. (423) 648-2496 chattanoogarivermarket.com Not So CreepyCrawlie Weekend 10 a.m. Chattanooga Zoo 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave. (423) 697-1322 chattzoo.org

Chickamauga Turn 10 a.m. Tennessee Valley Railroad Museum 4119 Cromwell Rd. (423) 894-8028 tvrail.com Brainerd Farmers Market 11 a.m. Grace Episcopal Church 20 Belvoir Ave. (404) 245-3682 Second Home Discovery Day 1 p.m. Cloudland Canyon State Park 122 Cloudland Canyon Park Rd. (423) 544-5213 cloudlandstation.com Artist Margaret Dyer Demonstration 1 p.m. River Gallery 400 E. 2nd St. (423) 265-5033 river-gallery.com Apple Grafting with Matt Whitaker 2 p.m. Crabtree Farms of Chattanooga 1000 E. 30th St. (423) 493-9155 crabtreefarms.org Rescues on the Runway 6 p.m. Chattanooga Choo Choo 1400 Market St. (423) 266-5000 heschatt.org D.S. Sanders 7:30, 9:45 p.m. The Comedy Catch 1400 Market St. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

CSO Madame Butterfly Opera 7:30 p.m. Tivoli Theatre 709 Broad St. (423) 267-8583 chattanoogasymphony.org March Madness Contra Dance 7:30 p.m. Brainerd United Methodist Church 4315 Brainerd Rd. (423) 698-6951 brainerdumc.org Irish Courage “The Playboy of the Western World” 7:30 p.m. The Mars Theatre 117 N. Chattanooga St. (706) 996-8350 bapshows.com

SUNDAY3.26 Not So CreepyCrawlie Weekend 10 a.m. Chattanooga Zoo 301 N. Holtzclaw Ave. (423) 697-1322 chattzoo.org Rising Artists: The Viol Da Gamba, J.S. Bach & Southern Harmony 10:30 a.m. The Church of the Nativity Episcopal Church 1201 Cross St. Fort Oglethorpe, GA (706) 866-9773 nativity.dioet.org Coming to America: Journeys North to the United States 1 p.m.

Hunter Museum of American Art 10 Bluff View Ave. (423) 267-0968 huntermuseum.org Irish Courage “The Playboy of the Western World” 2:30 p.m. The Mars Theatre 117 N. Chattanooga St. (706) 996-8350 bapshows.com D.S. Sanders 7:30 p.m. The Comedy Catch 1400 Market St. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

MONDAY3.27 Red Bank Farmers Market 3 p.m. Red Bank United Methodist 3800 Dayton Blvd. (423) 838-9804

TUESDAY3.28 Drawing Essentials 9 a.m. Townsend Atelier 301 E. 11th St. (423) 266-2712 townsendatelier.com East Brainerd Farmers Market 3 p.m. Audubon Acres 900 N. Sanctuary Rd. (423) 838-9804 lookoutfarmersmarket.com Detroit Ballroom CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM • MARCH 23, 2017 • THE PULSE • 17

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Art of Hope Dance Classes 6 p.m. Bessie Smith Cultural Center 200 E. MLK Blvd. (423) 266-8658 bessiesmithcc.org Tuesday Night Chess Club 6 p.m. Downtown Library 1001 Broad St. (423) 643-7700 chattilibrary.com Graphic Design with A.I.R. Labs 6 p.m. A.I.R. Labs 2601 Broad St. (423) 380-8089 weareairlabs.com Sierra Club: The Sociology of the Environmental Movement 7 p.m. Nutrition World 6201 Lee Hwy. (423) 892-4085 sierraclub.org Comedy Buffett: Jenn Snyder 8 p.m. JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. (423) 266-1400 jjsbohemia.com

WEDNESDAY3.29 Expo Chattanooga 10 a.m. Chattanooga Convention Center 1150 Carter St. (423) 756-2121 chattanoogachamber.com Middle East Dance 10:30 a.m.

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Jewish Cultural Center 5461 North Terrace (423) 493-0270 jewishchattanooga.com Chattanooga Market at Erlanger East 10:30 a.m. Erlanger East Hospital 1751 Gunbarrel Rd. (423) 648-2496 chattanoogamarket.com Art of Hope Noon Hunter Museum of American Art 10 Bluff View Ave. (423) 267-0968 huntermuseum.org Main Street Farmers Market 4 p.m. 325 E. Main St. mainstfarmersmarket.com Introduction to Calligraphy 6 p.m. Chattanooga WorkSpace 302 W. 6th St. 423-413-8978 thechattery.org Graphic Design with A.I.R. Labs 6 p.m. A.I.R. Labs 2601 Broad St. (423) 380-8089 weareairlabs.com The Price is Right Live 8 p.m. Tivoli Theatre 709 Broad St. (423) 757-5580 tivolichattanooga.com

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FOOD & DRINK ∙ MIXOLOGY

Long Island Iced Tea: Past & Present How one of our favorite mixed drinks became so popular...and so different By Addie Whitlow Pulse contributor

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F COURSE LONG ISLAND Iced Teas came from Long Island; it’s right in the name!” Ask anyone you know, and that’ll most likely be their answer when it comes to the origin of the Long Island Iced Tea. However, its history is a bit more diverse than you might think. Before we jump into its hotlydebated history, let’s start with arguably the best part: the alcohol. A Long Island Iced Tea, contrary to the name, doesn’t actually contain any tea. Instead, it’s topped off with a splash of Coke and a lemon wedge, and it’s mixed with sweet and sour, making it simply have the appearance of tea. Although there are a variety of different ways to craft a Long Island, the classic recipe contains tequila, vodka, light rum, triple sec, and gin. So, it looks like tea, but it sure tastes a lot stronger. Now, back to the interesting part: the history. The Long Island has two controversial origin stories. The first is that it may have actually gotten its start right here in Tennessee. In the 1920s, when prohibition was all the rage (said no one ever), a moonshiner named Old Man Bishop created his own whiskey-gin-rum-vodka-tequila-maple syrup self-titled drink, the “Old Man Bishop,” in a little Kingsport community, appropriately named Long Island, and people loved it. And the second origin story: the year is 1972, and there’s a cocktail creating contest happening at the Oak Beach Inn, in none other than Long Island, New York. Robert “Rosebud” Butt has just thrown together what he refers to as the “original” Long Island Iced Tea, and it was a huge

hit for drinkers everywhere. Butt even states on his website, liicetea. com, “Possibly similar concoctions were created elsewhere, at another time, but the Long Island Iced Tea, as we know and love it, is truly a product of Long Island.” So where did the Long Island Tea really come from? Truthfully, the world may never know. If there’s one thing the world does know, it’s that Long Islands are one of the most well-known cocktails of all time, and they’re still a classic decades later. In the spirit of Long Island Iced Teas, I visited a couple of local bars to see what kind of spins bartenders are putting on the classic drink. I spoke with Bartender Kristin Johnson at Jefferson’s Restaurant, who told me they prepare Long Island Iced Teas in line with the traditional recipe. However, instead of physically mixing all the traditional spirits in a Long Island, Jefferson’s uses Barton’s Long Island Mix, which they top off with sweet and sour and a splash of Coke. Johnson also said that Long Islands are one of the most popular drinks Jefferson’s sells; the fact that you can order Jefferson’s Long Islands in a pitcher makes them a great drink to share, too. I also visited Clyde’s on Main, who takes a bit of a different spin on the traditional Long Island. At Clyde’s, they use Grand Marnier in place of triple sec because, as Bartender Faith Hayes said, it’s a

“A moonshiner named Old Man Bishop created his own whiskey-gin-rumvodka-tequila-maple syrup selftitled drink, the “Old Man Bishop,” in a little Kingsport community.” bit of a fancier liquor, and it enhances the taste. Clyde’s also relies on more fresh ingredients than the traditional recipe calls for. “Our sour mix is made with hand-squeezed lemon juice, and instead of [a splash of] Coca-Cola, we do a Coke syrup, so we take Coca-Cola and we basically simmer it until all of the bubbles are

out of it,” said Hayes. There are arguably hundreds of different ways to craft a Long Island, and I’m sure that each bartender puts a little bit of a different spin on the drink. It may have a debatable history, but if there’s one thing that isn’t debatable, it’s the popularity of the much-loved Long Island.

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MUSIC

Tryezz Gets Into His Own Scenic Groove Keyboardist melds dreams into a cityscape of music By Ernie Paik

Pulse contributor

Emily Scott Robinson Gets Deeply Southern When listening to Emily Scott Robinson I got chill-youto-the-bone chills thanks in part to her piercingly beautiful voice that cut right through me, and each powerful lyric that told me something about myself while opening a small window into the life of Robinson. Emily Scott Robinson is an Americana singer songwriter who grew up in North Carolina and had recently lived in Chattanooga. Robinson told me that she is, “Excited to come back to Chattanooga” and is looking forward to sharing her music that is “deeply southern in [both] sound and story.” Robinson plays solo on stage with just her Gibson guitar that she uses to tell stories to all in attendance. Robinson takes a lot of inspiration from people. She draws on their personalities, and journeys to both write and perform with such an alluring passion. Robinson also takes a lot of inspiration from her own life, and the journey she has been on. This 2016 Kerrville New Folk Award Winner is currently touring through the southeast promoting her album, Magnolia Queen. Robinson’s stage presence evokes emotion and shows passion just like her sound and stories. Don’t miss your chance to hear the beautiful vocals of Robinson. — Alex Plaumann Emily Scott Robinson Friday, 9 p.m. Puckett’s Grocery and Restaurant 2 W. Aquarium Way (423) 708-8505 www.puckettsgro.com/Chattanooga 20 • THE PULSE • MARCH 23, 2017 • CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM

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CENIC GROOVE” IS WHAT keyboardist Jonathan “Tryezz” Fowlkes calls his style of music— a unique and eclectic blend of fusion jazz, modern funk and electronic dance—that has a specific aim: to transport listeners to different locations in their minds. These vivid settings, which evoke shiny, sophisticated cityscapes that could come straight out of immersive video games, are the result of Fowlkes’ distinct musical vision— an amalgam of the sights he’s witnessed in reality along with those from his imagination and dreams. “Many places in my dreams border on fullon reality...amazing and incredible places,” said Fowlkes, in advance of his April 1st show at Gig City Sunsets at the Edney Building Rooftop. “That lends to the space, depth and movement in my sound.” “A lot of places around Chattanooga have been a great influence. The ‘Scenic City’ is quite a fitting name for Chattanooga—another reason why I call them ‘Scenic Grooves,’” said Fowlkes. “Scenic grooves from the Scenic City. Born and raised.” Fowlkes started playing the keyboard as a young child on an old Casio SK-1 sampling keyboard and was creating original compositions before he was a teenager. “I was exposed to many different genres of music, namely jazz, classical, reggae and world sounds,” said Fowlkes. “During my teenage years, I got hip to the many various genres of electronic music and the funk. Needless to say, an instant connection was made.” Fowlkes cited George Clinton and especially Miles Davis—specifically, Davis’ late-career output—as two important artists for him. “The main

thing about Miles is that he stayed true to his sound and his art. He was influenced by other sounds and artists, but never left who he was,” said Fowlkes. “He pushed the boundaries.” However, when it comes to primary factors and influences that drive his creative output, for Fowlkes it’s more experiential and even non-musical. “The main influence for me always comes from scenery and events,” said Fowlkes. A year after graduating from the Chattanooga School for the Arts & Sciences, Fowlkes took the plunge in 2004 to pursue music, along with visual arts and dance, as a career choice. “Since then, I put out a large number of self-released works and label-based works, have had the honor of connecting and working with people from all over the world, and even took my first trip overseas and

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“The work of Tryezz is intended to serve multiple purposes for listeners, and a single song, almost paradoxically, can be a cool-down for some or an energizer for others.” had some music pressed on vinyl,” said Fowlkes. “The humble grind...” Fowlkes’ music is often characterized by his smooth and swift melody lines with expressive pitch-wheel notebending, and a deep dive into his catalog reveals his wide eclecticism, from his Japanese-style hip-hop album Amezakura (translated as “Cherry Blossom in Rain”) with piano and strings, to his album Sonic’s Poppin’ Groove comprised of original tunes inspired by the sound of Sonic the Hedgehog video games. The work of Tryezz is intended to serve multiple purposes for listeners, and a single song, almost paradoxically, can be a cooldown for some or an ener-

gizer for others; depending on what listeners want from the music, it can inspire dancing, clear listeners’ minds or revitalize them. While Fowlkes is a tireless performer, playing frequent local gigs, he also puts effort into licensing his music for use in international media. “It’s a long-term game that takes a lot of trying and dedication,” said Fowlkes. Most recently, his music was used in the online street dance video series “Yak Like We Do” created by the California-based film crew YAKfilms, which spotlights b-boys, poppers, waackers, krumpers and other urban dancers from South Korea, Japan, the U.S.A. and other countries worldwide. Tryezz can also be heard on the Finnish television show “Magnus ja Petski” and serial entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk’s “DailyVee” docu-series, and Fowlkes is working on a

contribution for an upcoming Zapp & Roger tribute album. When asked about the local music scene, Fowlkes expressed nothing but positivity and optimism. “I believe in a very short time Chattanooga will be the go-to spot for all different artists and events,” said Fowlkes. “Artists, venues and businesses are all starting to link up which is wonderful,” he continued. “And with organizations like SoundCorps, it’s really opening a lot of doors and giving artists a voice and networking opportunities where they may not have had it before.” “If you have a dream or an aspiration, no matter what, don’t give up,” said Fowlkes. “Nothing worthwhile is ever easy, and it’s never a waste of time. And if you ever have anybody tell you that what you’re doing is a waste of time, just smile and say ‘time will tell’...and keep on grinding with humility. And when you make your mistakes, do a tuck-and-roll, and keep it moving.” From his “Scenic Groove” tunes to his own aspirations, Fowlkes is about turning imagination and dreams into reality and also bringing something new to the place where you are.

THU3.23 Chillhowie Royal, Waterfall Wash, American Roommates

Three great bands, in one of the best places to see live music up close and personal. 8 p.m. JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com

FRI3.24 Hip Hop CHA Lounge

Get your groove on as three of the best spinners strut their stuff for a night of cool: DJ D-Whit, DJ C-Real, DJ OBaby 9 p.m. Revelry Room 41 Station St. revelryroom.co

SAT3.25 Donna Hopkins Band

Who says women can't rock? Playing a blues rock mix of original music, this female fronted hard rock n' roots trio never disappoints. 10 p.m. Clyde’s On Main 122 W. Main St. clydesonmain.com

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LIVE MUSIC CALENDAR

The Dead Deads

THURSDAY3.23 James Crumble Trio 6 p.m. St. John’s Meeting Place 1278 Market St. stjohnsrestaurant.com Rick Rushing Blues Jazz N’ Friends 6 p.m. Bluewater Grille 224 Broad St. bluewaterchattanooga.com Bluegrass and Country Jam 6:30 p.m. Grace Nazarene Church 6310 Dayton Blvd. (423) 877-9948 Prime Country Band 6:30 p.m. Motley’s 320 Emberson Dr. Ringgold, GA (706) 260-8404 Jimmy Harris 7 p.m. The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com Bluegrass Thursdays 7:30 p.m. Feed Co. Table & Tavern 201 W. Main St. feedtableandtavern.com Jesse James & Tim Neal 7:30 p.m. Mexi-Wing VII 5773 Brainerd Rd. mexi-wingchattanooga.com CSO Madame Butterfly Opera 7:30 p.m. Tivoli Theatre 709 Broad St.

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tivolichattanooga.com Keepin’ It Local 8 p.m. The Social 1110 Market St. publichousechattanooga.com Open Mic with Hap Henninger 9 p.m. The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. citycafemenu.com Chillhowie Royal, Waterfall Wash, American Roommates 8 p.m. JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com

FRIDAY3.24 Eddie Pontiac 6 p.m. El Meson

2204 Hamilton Place Blvd. elmesonrestaurant.com Binji Varsossa 6 p.m. Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Lounge 1809 Broad St. (423) 266-1461 Tim Lewis 7 p.m. El Meson 248 Northgate Park elmesonchattanooga.com Jimmy Harris 7 p.m. The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com Nitecap Performance Series: Dana Rodgers 7:30 p.m. Jazzanooga Arts Space 431 E. MLK Blvd. jazzanooga.org

PULSE MUSIC SPOTLIGHT Mean Mary mixes the power of rock with the raw innocence of folk and bluegrass. Her incredibly fast banjo, guitar and fiddle will simply amaze. Mean Mary Saturday, 8 p.m. Charles & Myrtle’s Coffeehouse 105 McBrien Rd. christunity.org

Pierre Bensusan 8 p.m. Barking Legs Theater barkinglegs.org Instant Replay 8:30 p.m. The Foundry 1201 Broad St. chattanooganhotel.com The Hopeful Country Band 8:30 p.m. Motley’s 320 Emberson Dr. Ringgold, GA (706) 260-8404 The Dead Deads, The Foxies, Kerchief 9 p.m. JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com DJ D-Whit, DJ C-Real, DJ OBaby 9 p.m. Revelry Room 41 Station St. revelryroom.co Jack Endelouz 9 p.m. The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. citycafemenu.com Emily Scott Robinson 9 p.m. Puckett’s Grocery and Restaurant 2 W. Aquarium Way puckettsgro.com Bad Tattoo 9 p.m. Fireside Grille 3018 Cummings Hwy. firesidechattanooga.com Gaslight Street

LIVE MUSIC CALENDAR

Megan Jean and The KFB 10 p.m. Clyde’s On Main 122 W. Main St. clydesonmain.com The Band Raven 10 p.m. Bud’s Sports Bar 5751 Brainerd Rd. budssportsbar.com Rickey Thade Cole 10 p.m. Raw Bar & Grill 409 Market St. rawbarandgrillchatt.com

SATURDAY3.25 Sweet Georgia Sound 12:30 p.m. Tennessee Aquarium Plaza 1 Broad St. chattanoogarivermarket.com Bluegrass Brunch Noon The Honest Pint 35 Pattern Pkwy. (423) 468-4192 thehonestpint.com Eddie Pontiac 6 p.m. El Meson 2204 Hamilton Place Blvd. elmesonrestaurant.com Binji Varsossa 6 p.m. Cancun Mexican Restaurant & Lounge 1809 Broad St. (423) 266-1461 Tim Lewis 7 p.m. El Meson 248 Northgate Park

elmesonchattanooga.com Jimmy Harris 7 p.m. The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com CSO Madame Butterfly Opera 7:30 p.m. Tivoli Theatre 709 Broad St. (423) 757-5580 tivolichattanooga.com Road to Night Fall 8 p.m. Miller Plaza 850 Market St. chattanoogapresents.com Megan Jean and The KFB, Annabelles Curse, Megan Saunders, Jack Endelouz 8 p.m. JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com Mean Mary 8 p.m. Charles & Myrtle’s Coffeehouse 105 McBrien Rd. christunity.org Instant Replay 8:30 p.m. The Foundry 1201 Broad St. chattanooganhotel.com Abbey Road Live 9 p.m. Revelry Room 41 Station St. revelryroom.co Jon Scott 9 p.m. Puckett’s Grocery and Restaurant 2 W. Aquarium Way

puckettsgro.com 4 Daze Dead 9 p.m. Ziggy’s Bar & Grill 607 Cherokee Blvd. ziggysbarandgrill.net Donna Hopkins Band 10 p.m. Clyde’s On Main 122 W. Main St. clydesonmain.com Scott James Stambaugh 10 p.m. The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. citycafemenu.com The Band Raven 10 p.m. Bud’s Sports Bar 5751 Brainerd Rd. budssportsbar.com Rickey Thade Cole 10 p.m. Raw Bar & Grill 409 Market St. rawbarandgrillchatt.com

SUNDAY3.26 The Viol da Gamba and J.S. Bach 10:30 a.m. The Church of Nativity Episcopal Church 1201 Cross St. (706) 866-9773 nativity.dioet.org Sons of Daughters 11 a.m. Flying Squirrel Bar 55 Johnson St. flyingsquirrelbar.com Sugar Lime Blue

1:30 p.m. Flying Squirrel Bar 55 Johnson St. flyingsquirrelbar.com Bluegrass Jam 4 p.m. Fiddlers Anonymous 2248 Dayton Blvd. (423) 994-7497 Open Mic with Jeff Daniels 6 p.m. Long Haul Saloon 2536 Cummings Hwy. (423) 822-9775 Matthew Paul Revere, Sweet GA Brown, Chase Neil Crawford 8 p.m. Ziggy’s Bar & Grill 607 Cherokee Blvd. ziggysbarandgrill.net

MONDAY3.27 Open Air with Jessica Nunn 6 p.m. The Granfalloon 400 E. Main St. Granfalloonchattanooga.com New Music Monday: Beat Makers Edition 6 p.m. Society of Work 701 Market St. (423) 449-9112 Open Mic 7 p.m. Fiddlers Anonymous 2248 Dayton Blvd. (423) 994-7497 Monday Nite Big Band 7 p.m. The Coconut Room CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM • MARCH 23, 2017 • THE PULSE • 23

LIVE MUSIC CALENDAR

Bill McCallie and In Cahoots 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com Very Open Mic with Shawnessey Cargile 8 p.m. The Well 1800 Rossville Blvd. #8 wellonthesouthside.com

TUESDAY3.28 Bill McCallie and In Cahoots 6:30 p.m. Southern Belle 201 Riverfront Pkwy. chattanoogariverboat.com The Tallis Scholars 7:30 p.m. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 305 W. 7th St. stpaulschatt.org/concert-series/ Open Mic with Mike McDade 8 p.m. Tremont Tavern 1203 Hixson Pike tremonttavern.com

WEDNESDAY3.29 Eddie Pontiac 5:30 p.m. El Meson 248 Northgate Park elmesonrestaurant.com The Other Guys 6 p.m. Waterside Lounge 495 Riverfront Pkwy. (423) 834-9300

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Tyson Leamon 6 p.m. Bud’s Sports Bar 5751 Brainerd Rd. budssportsbar.com Jimmy Harris 7 p.m. The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com Joel Harris 8 p.m. The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. citycafemenu.com Bethany Hankins Swing Serenade 8 p.m. Barking Legs Theater 1307 Dodds Ave. barkinglegs.org Priscilla & Little Rickee 8 p.m. Las Margaritas 1101 Hixson Pike (423) 756-3332 Orange Blossom Special 8 p.m. JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com The Prime Cut Trio 9 p.m. The Palms at Hamilton 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com

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RECORD REVIEWS ∙ ADAM BECKETT

Kimi Carter Growing Pains, Hailey Miller One Way Home

Kimi Carter Growing Pains (kimicarter.com)

n an extraordinary display of originating sensational and knee-weakening music, the young and talented Kimi Carter from Ringgold, Georgia, demonstrates her unparalleled abilities as an artist with the 2017 release of her second EP Growing Pains. This singular singersongwriter is a trobairitz (female troubadour) in every sense of the word. Carter is a powerful story teller, that is a dexterous musician, with the voice of an angel. She lets raw emotion roar from her poetic heart, and her music goes beyond captivating; it draws the listener into her realm and delivers an empathetic slap in the mouth that allows them to feel her magic, pain, and experiences. One would never guess that she is merely a sixteen-year-old high school student by listening to her sound. Her musical tone and vocal presence alone

Hailey Miller One Way Home (haileymiller.bandcamp.com)

would hold zero clues to that fact, however, in addition, her graspingly relatable words are that of a flowery old soul. This figurative artist is defiantly timeless with her music. Her understanding of processing pain is remarkable. Every single song on the album is puissant and noteworthy, but “Everything you Need”, “Permanent Marker”, and “Color of my Sky”, all standout while painting truly vibrant pictures. What makes her music so notable is the magical sound that mixes so flawlessly with the dynamics of relatability. This music goes beyond her life and her feelings. Her music can be felt by everybody that has ever felt the bitter taste of love, but also felt by those that have basked in the rays of sunshine from love that grew endless flowers; her music is like mirror for each listener.

With this talented young force off to such a dominating start, it will be a lot of fun to watch her grow and blossom into her full potential as an artist. This is a rare talent that will one day be a household name. Listen to her Growing Pains album to get a dose of pure music.

ne Way Home is the diverse and potent 2017 acoustic EP release of the Chattanooga based singer-songwriter Hailey Miller. The EP unleashes a beautifully conflicted understanding of life experiences, holding on, and letting go. A smooth flow and effortless rhythm carry each song on the album, however different they may be from each other, they all hold poetic weight. According to Miller, the songs are a conglomeration of her original music that were all written at different times in her life. “Homesickness” is a deep and emotionally driven song that demonstrates experiences with traveling, and the squabble with homebound circumstances. On a very similar note, yet with a completely different meaning, tune, and tempo, “One Way Home” details the adventures of traveling and bouncing around, while finding

peace with winding back up at one’s home space. It is a relatable song that has a very catchy tune, and spellbinding vocals. Miller delivers a punch that is subtle yet heavy handed. Mixing it up with hip-hop style rhyming and a versatile track is “Ride it Out”, which mixes a hint of playfulness in a rather serious situation. In this particular song she faces the hardships of life that have started to crash down and create some disturbances in the force. This seems to be her way of counterbalancing things by just grooving through everything with a positive sunshiny outlook, and having faith that everything is going to be fine after the ride is over. It is a really cool song. “Roller Coaster” is a love song that has a coastal/beachy feel to it. Her clever wording, groovy sound, and memorizing vocals make this song the standout track of the EP. All of the songs are great, but this one just has a hint of magic mixed in it. Miller is a powerful artist that seems to have life figured out. She does a fantastic job of expressing herself, and making beautiful music. One Way Home is certainly a valuable EP for the Chattanooga music scene. Check it out today. CHATTANOOGAPULSE.COM • MARCH 23, 2017 • THE PULSE • 25

FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

The List Longest Running Television Shows

ROB BREZSNY

Pretty much everyone watches television. According to the Nielsen ratings people, the average American watches five hours of TV every day. But which shows were the most popular of all time? We asked our friends at that Statistic Brain Institute to find out. • Longest Running Sitcom: The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet, 435 episodes • Longest Running Animated Show: The Simpsons, 583 episodes • Longest Running Drama: Lassie, 588 episodes • Longest Running Soap Opera: Guiding Light, 18,262 episodes • Longest Running Game Show: The Price is Right, 9600 episodes • Longest Running Talk Show: The Tonight Show, 11,462 episodes • Longest Running Comedy Show: The Daily Show, 2,756 episodes And note that most of these shows are still going...and going...and going... Source: statisticbrain.com/televisionshows-with-the-most-episodes/

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Of course you want to get the best of everything. But that doesn’t mean you should disdain cheap thrills that are more interesting and gratifying than the expensive kind. And of course you enjoy taking risks. But there’s a big difference between gambling that’s spurred by superstitious hunches and gambling rooted in smart research. And of course you’re galvanized by competition. But why fritter away your competitive fire on efforts to impress people? A better use of that fire is to use it to hone your talents and integrity. TAURUS (April 20-May 20): If you own an untamable animal like a bull, the best way to manage it is to provide a fenced but spacious meadow where it can roam freely. So said famous Zen teacher Shunryu Suzuki, using a metaphor to address how we might deal with the unruly beasts in our own psyches. This is excellent advice for you right now, Taurus. I’d hate to see you try to quash or punish your inner wild thing. You need its boisterous power! It will be a fine ally if you can both keep it happy and make it work for you. GEMINI (May 21-June 20): If I were to provide a strict interpretation of the astrological omens, I’d advise you to PARTY HARDY AND ROWDY AND STRONG AND OFTEN! I’d suggest that you attend a raging bash or convivial festivity once every day. And if that were logistically impossible, I’d advise you to stage your own daily celebrations, hopefully stocked with the most vivacious and stimulating people you can find. But I recognize that this counsel may be too extreme for you to honor. So I will simply invite you to PARTY HARDY AND ROWDY AND STRONG at least twice a week for the next four weeks. It’s the medicine you need. CANCER (June 21-July 22): You are

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on the verge of achieving a sly victory over the part of you that is unduly meek and passive. I believe that in the coming weeks you will rise up like a resourceful hero and at least half-conquer a chronic fear. A rumbling streak of warrior luck will flow through you, enabling you to kill off any temptation you might have to take the easy way out. Congratulations in advance, my fellow Cancerian! I have rarely seen our tribe have so much power to triumph over our unconscious attraction to the victim role. LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Leo journal entry, Thursday: Am too settled and stale and entrenched. Feeling urges to get cheeky and tousled. Friday: So what if I slept a little longer and arrived late? Who cares if the dishes are piling up in the sink? I hereby refuse law and order. Saturday: I’m fantasizing about doing dirty deeds. I’m thinking about breaking the taboos. Sunday: Found the strangest freshness in a place I didn’t expect to. Sometimes chaos is kind of cute and friendly. Monday: The nagging voice of the taskmaster in my head is gone. Ding-dong. Let freedom ring! VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): William Boyd writes novels, which require him to do copious research about the real-world milieus he wants his fictional characters to inhabit. For example, to ensure the authenticity of his book Waiting for Sunrise, he found out what it was like to live in Vienna in 1913. He compares his process of searching for juicy facts to the feeding habits of a blue whale: engorging huge amounts of seawater to strain out the plankton that are good to eat. Ninety percent of the information he wades through is irrelevant, but the rest is tasty and nourishing. I suspect you’ll thrive on a similar approach in the coming weeks, Virgo. Be patient as you search for what’s useful. LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Here’s a new word for you: enantiodromia. It’s what happens when something turns into its opposite. It’s nature’s attempt to create equilibrium where there has been imbalance. Too much NO becomes YES, for example. A superabundance of yin mutates into yang, or an overemphasis on control generates chaos. Flip-flops like these tend to be messy if we resist them, but interesting if we cooperate. I figure that’s your choice right now. Which will it be? The latter, I hope. P.S.: The reversals that you

Homework: What’s the part of you that you trust the least? Could you come to trust it more? Testify at Freewillastrology.com consciously co-create may not be perfect. But even if they are baffling, I bet they will also be amusing and magnificent. SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): When I was 24, I lived in rural North Carolina and had a job washing dishes in a city four miles away. I was too poor to own a bicycle, let alone a car. To get to work I had to trudge down backroads where hostile dogs and drunk men in pick-up trucks roamed freely. Luckily, I discovered the art of psychic protection. At first I simply envisioned a golden force field surrounding me. Later I added visualizations of guardian animals to accompany me: two friendly lions and two sheltering wolves. Maybe it was just the placebo effect, but the experiment worked. My allies made me brave and kept me safe. You’re welcome to borrow them, Scorpio, or conjure up your own version of spirit protectors. You’re not in physical danger, but I suspect you need an extra layer of protection against other people’s bad moods, manipulative ploys, and unconscious agendas. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I’m not suggesting you should listen to your heart with rapt attention every waking minute for the next four weeks. I don’t expect you to neglect the insights your mind has to offer. But I would love to see you boost your attunement to the intelligent organ at the center of your chest. You’re going to need its specific type of guidance more than ever in the coming months. And at this particular moment, it is beginning to overflow with wisdom that’s so rich and raw that it could unleash a series of spiritual orgasms. CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): The empty space at the end of this sentence has intentionally been left blank. The serene hiatus you just glided through comes to you courtesy of Healing Silence, an ancient form of do-it-yourself therapy. Healing Silence is based on the underappreciated truth that now and then it’s restorative to just SHUT UP and abstain from activity for a while. (As

you know, the world is crammed with so much noise and frenzy that it can be hard to hear yourself think—or even feel.) With Healing Silence, you bask in a sanctuary of sweet nothingness for as long as you need to. Please try it sometime soon. Wrap yourself in the luxurious void of Healing Silence. AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): I hope you won’t feel the need to say any of these things: 1. “I’m sorry I gave you everything I had without making sure you wanted it.” 2. “Will you please just stop asking me to be so real.” 3. “I long for the part of you that you’ll never give me.” Now here are things I hope you will say sometime soon: 1. “I thrived because the fire inside me burned brighter than the fire around me.” (This declaration is lifted from novelist Joshua Graham.) 2. “I’m having fun, even though it’s not the same kind of fun everyone else is having.” (Borrowed from author C.S. Lewis.) 3. “I’m not searching for who I am. I’m searching for the person I aspire to be.” (Stolen from author Robert Brault.) PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): Are you fantasizing more about what you don’t have and can’t do than what you do have and can do? If so, please raise the “do have” and “can do” up to at least 51 percent. (Eighty percent would be better.) Have you been harshly critiquing yourself more than you have been gently taking care of yourself? If so, get your self-care level up to at least 51 percent. (Eight-five percent is better.) Are you flirting with a backward type of courage that makes you nervous about what everyone thinks of you and expects from you? If so, I invite you to cultivate a different kind of courage at least 51 percent of the time: courage to do what’s right for you no matter what anyone thinks or expects. (Ninety percent is better.) Rob Brezsny is an aspiring master of curiosity, perpetrator of sacred uproar, and founder of the Beauty and Truth Lab. He brings a literate, myth-savvy perspective to his work. It’s all in the stars.

BUSINESS ∙ FASHION

K: A Boutique By Katherine Roberts An amazing mix of international and stateside fashion and more By Brooke Brown

Pulse assistant editor

ITH SPRING HAVING JUST arrived this week (or so we hope), it’s time to start thinking about a little spring cleaning, and what better place to start than with your closet? Throw out the dated pieces you’ve managed to keep in the back of the closet and start with something fresh from K Boutique. With an incredible selection of designers to choose from, this gem located on North Shore will have you draped head to toe in beautifully unique fashions. The atmosphere of the store alone feels as if you’ve jet-setted your way to an upscale New York boutique. Pastel colored garments cover each sleek rack. Crisp, simple T-shirts and comfy yet classy jeans line the tabletops. Oversized, wrought iron lighting dots the ceiling. Designer flats, colorblocked heels, suede boots line the shelves with an elegance to them you almost don’t want to touch. With stylings courtesy of owner and former model herself Katherine Roberts, you’ll leave looking as if you just stepped off the runway. “I just picked up eight new lines while in New York a few weeks ago,” says Roberts, adding that she prefers visiting New York showrooms to pick her collections rather than attending fashion week. Choosing the showroom over the runway allows Roberts to find up and coming brands

K Boutique

Open M-F, 11a-6p, Sat. 11a-5p 200 Manufacturers Rd #103 (423) 475-6252 www.boutiquebykr.com

that aren’t everywhere you look as well as gives her the ability to check lines from all over the world in the roughly million square foot showroom. “I choose pieces I think are different or unique. I’m very interested in European lines personally. Their quality and cuts are simply amazing.” Roberts selects the lines and brands she carries very carefully, being conscious of price point as well as keeping her returning clientele in mind. “I like to think that I’m a personal shopper with a brick and mortar shop. When I’m buying, I’m buying with multiple body types and price ranges in mind.” Not only did her background in modeling give Roberts the opportunity to travel abroad to places across the globe, but also an incredibly keen eye for design

that few women have. Postmodeling career, Roberts began working behind the camera styling photoshoots. “I really enjoyed meeting people and finding clothes for them,” says Roberts. From there, her love of fashion budded into a love of helping others find what suits them best. Everyone is different and sometimes we need a little guidance, and Roberts’ eye for design has given her the ability to build wardrobes for her clients to fit their lifestyles. It’s a personal experience, shopping at K Boutique. “We focus on building your individual style, not focusing on current trends,” says Roberts. “I want that personal touch for each woman that comes in.” The pieces found in K Boutique mesh styles together from casual, comfy jogger pants and sandals

to classy A-line dresses, sheer blouses and breathtaking jewelry. The shop encompasses a whole slew of styles, meaning you’d be hard-pressed to find something you didn’t want to take home. If you haven’t stopped by K Boutique yet, the end of this month is the perfect time as they will be hosting two different trunk shows to showcase new styles. A trunk show featuring Bela NYC will run from March 24th to March 31st as well as a trunk show featuring a designer K Boutique already carries, Abbey Glass. A designer out of Atlanta, Glass has been getting a lot of international press as of late and will be showcasing her Spring line as well as giving us a Fall preview on March 30th and March 31st. It’ll surely be spectacular, and our very own Chattanoogan look into the world of fashion.

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OPINIONS & DIVERSIONS

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JONESIN' CROSSWORD ∙ MATT JONES

“Ego Trips”

State your name.

ACROSS 1 2009 film set in 2154 7 Backs of boats 11 A.D.A. member’s degree 14 “Everybody Loves Raymond” star 15 Grade 16 Down Under hopper 17 “Mean ___” (recurring Jimmy Kimmel segment) 18 Frozen kids? 20 ID for a taxpayer 21 Aptly named card game 23 Witty criticism 24 “Entourage” actress Mazar 25 Like some weekend “sales events” 27 Leader of a Russian Doors tribute band? 32 “Look!” to Dora the Explorer 33 It’s a question of time 34 Plucks unwanted plants 38 Took those plums from the icebox (that you were probably saving for breakfast) 39 Lindsay of “Mean Girls” 41 Bank acct. transaction 42 Go down without power 45 Actor Spall of “Life of Pi” 46 One’s in a lifetime? 47 Mineral-fortified red wine? 50 Head shop patron, presumably 53 Fargo’s st. 54 Cyrano’s protrusion 55 Like Dick Clark’s New Year’s Eve specials 58 “Foucault’s Pendulum” author 61 CEO painter? 63 Often-spiked drink 65 Frozen food bag bit 66 Met highlight 67 Christian who plays the titular “Mr. Robot” 68 Blow it 69 Atmospheric 1990s CD-ROM puzzle game 70 “Chappelle’s Show” character who’s always scratching DOWN 1 Cultural interests

2 They’re often exchanged for rituals 3 “Absolutely!” 4 ___ Bo (workout system that turns 25 in 2017) 5 Spain’s has no official lyrics 6 Big game on January 1 7 “The Kite Runner” protagonist 8 The 100% truth (accept no imitations!) 9 Clandestine meetings 10 If it’s blue, it doesn’t mean you’re pregnant 11 Priest of Stonehenge days 12 Disco diva Summer 13 How some people like their cereal 19 O3 22 Loud sound effect for rappers and morning radio shows 24 “It’s in my ___” 26 “Where do I even begin ...” 27 Computer since 1998 28 Corleone patriarch in “The Godfather” 29 8, for a two-by-four? 30 It’s supposed to be a sobering experience 31 Low 35 Hagman’s “I Dream of Jeannie” costar 36 Beyond reinflation 37 Full of life 40 Most likely to squee over a Pi Day pie 43 Bone-to-muscle connection 44 Cool with Green Day 46 Sound of a belly laugh 48 Planetarium model 49 Clumsily tall 50 Long-billed marsh bird 51 Cartridge stuff 52 His first line was “Don’t bang on my can!” 56 Milo’s canine pal 57 Socialize in cyberspace 58 Prefix with parasite 59 Either “Barton Fink” director 60 Grimm guy 62 Sweet potato lookalike 64 Long-jawed freshwater fish

Copyright © 2017 Jonesin’ Crosswords. For answers to this puzzle, call: 1-900-226-2800, 99 cents per3minute. Must be 18+ to call. Or to bill to your credit card, call: 1-800-655-6548. Reference puzzle No. 824

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FOOD & DRINK ∙ SUSHI & BISCUITS

Tangy, Sliced, Pickled Pork Heaven Our resident chef cooks up a traditonal pickled pork product

Mike McJunkin Pulse columnist

DON’T REMEMBER THE PRECISE moment when I first became aware of souse meat, but I do remember the first time I tasted it. My grandmother always kept a small block of mottled, gray souse meat in the back of her harvest gold Frigidaire. To me, it was the semicolon of her fridge; I wasn’t exactly sure what it was for, but I knew it was important. To her, however, souse meat was a taste of her past; it was a culinary relic that modern palates had mostly left behind. If you’re familiar with souse meat, then you know it looks like pork snouts and sliced devil’s anus suspended in glistening, gray jello. You also know that it tastes like tangy, sliced, pickled pork heaven. If you’re not familiar with souse meat, • 1 pig head, cleaned • 4 pig’s ears, cleaned and trimmed • 4 pig’s feet, cleaned • 4 cups chopped onion • 3 Tbsp salt • 3 Tsp ground black pepper • 17 whole black peppercorns • 3 Tbsp dried sage • 3 whole cloves • 5 bay leaves • 3 Tbsp pickling spice • 3 Tsp garlic powder • 3 cups cider vinegar • 2 cups chopped banana peppers • 4 Tbsp unflavored gelatin • 1 cup water

seeing the words “pickled” and “pork” together may make you want to unload every ounce of nope in your nope box, but millions of pickled pork eaters throughout history can’t all be wrong. Pickled pork products have been eaten for centuries in both the South and the rest of the world, so grab a napkin and buckle up skeeter, we’re going in for some oldschool deep-end dining. Souse meat, and it’s unpickled cousin head cheese (spoiler alert—it’s not cheese), date back to at least the Middle Ages and the recipes haven’t changed much since. No good pile of good pig parts should ever go to waste, so souse meat is traditionally made from the treasure trove of underrated goodies from a pig’s head, feet, tongue, heart and tail. Modern, commercially produced souse still exists, but you should never trust anyone else to make

Split hog head. Clean thoroughly, removing eyes and brains. Scald. Scrape clean. Place pig head, feet, ears and chopped onions into a large stock pot and cover with water. Add salt, pepper, peppercorns, sage, cloves, bay leaves, pickling spice, garlic powder and vinegar. Bring to a boil and cook 4 ½ hours or until tender. Remove meat from the pot and set aside. Strain the broth and return 8 cups to the stove to simmer. Remove every morsel of head meat from the bone. Peel skin from ears, leaving the ear

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your souse, just like you never let someone else fold your parachute. Making your own means that you get to choose the meat:parts ratio and spice/vinegar balance that you prefer. Once perfected, you’ll have a signature souse worthy of both Maison Verot Charcutier and my grandmother’s Frigidaire. My first taste of souse meat was with mustard on a slice of bread. It was porky with a vinegar tang and tasted nothing like the “chewy pork

as intact as possible. Remove gristle and fat from pig’s feet—combine with ear trimmings. Cut off the large, lean portion of the tongue and set aside, then trim loose meat from the remainder and combine with other trimmings. Finely chop the trimmings, then stir into broth—continue to simmer. Slice tongue into long thin strips and lay lengthwise into 2 glass 9x5 loaf pans. Slice ears into thin strips, then cut the strips into ¼” pieces. Lay the ear pieces in among the tongue strips. Divide the head meat between the

jello” I was expecting. The recipe that follows is my grandmother’s with a few tweaks of my own. Adjust the recipe to your tastes and serve on a cheese and charcuterie plate with wine or eat a big slice on white bread with mustard over the kitchen sink. Mike McJunkin is a native Chattanoogan currently living abroad who has trained chefs, owned and operated restaurants. Join him on Facebook at facebook.com/ SushiAndBiscuits

two pans. Divide the peppers, spread 1 cup into each pan. Dissolve gelatin in 1 cup water and stir into the simmering broth. Carefully ladle enough broth into each pan to completely cover the meat. Let stand 20 minutes. Cover with remaining broth and allow to cool at room temperature for 2-3 hours until it starts to jell. Refrigerate for 8 to 10 hours. When set, scrape away any fat from the surface. Remove the souse loaf from the pan, slice and enjoy! Yield 2 loaves.

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