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In search of the perfect bean Local coffee experts help us brew up some aromatic answers

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January 22, 2015 Volume 12, Issue 4

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In Seach of the Perfect Bean

“See if you can tell the difference between these two coffees.”

After staring blankly at the two glasses of freshly brewed coffee before me, I protested, claimed ignorance, reminded my questioner that I was relatively new to specialty coffee.

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That Day Is Still This Day

It’s a story that brings a fascinating era of history to life, featuring music that made my arm hairs stand on end. Anyone weighing entertainment options over the next few weekends should push Ensemble Theater of Chattanooga’s inspired production of the musical “Ragtime” to the top of their list.

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Saxophone Meets Qigong

The Brooklyn tenor saxophonist Travis Laplante, at the age of 32, has built up a reputation for his incredible technical ability and uncompromisingly bold creations, and his inspiration comes from sources including John Coltrane and the Chinese practice of qigong, involving meditation and deep breathing.

9 food: Chef McJunkin dispels our fears about fish sauce.

12 ARTS CALENDAR 16 MUSIC CALENDAR 18 REVIEWS: Death Valley Driver showcases guitar rock, KOZA puts the pedal to the metal.

19 consider this 19 JONESIN’ CROSSWORD 20 SCREEN: “Selma” shows a Dr. King who is conflicted and brave.

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Après Tout, Pourquoi Je Suis Charlie (After All, Why I Am Charlie)

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I’ve offended people who are, in no particular order, sexists, racists, homophobes, animal abusers, the Koch Brothers and gun nuts.”

In the aftermath of the murders of 12 members of the Charlie Hebdo staff, our now-instant world started instantly reacting. “#JeSuisCharlie” was Tweeted worldwide, followed very shortly by “#JeNePasCharlie.” Free speech!” insisted millions. “Free speech crosses the line when it tramples on sacred beliefs,” insisted millions of others.

No one outside the ranks of terrorist groups applauded the murders. But the other issues…troubling.

I have been a journalist since I was the editor of my high school newspaper. Even then, I stirred up trouble by publishing an article called “Chicks and Chucks,” explaining why I and my feminist friends were not “chicks”

and never would be.

Throughout my career, I’ve offended people who are, in no particular order, sexists, racists, homophobes, animal abusers, the Koch Brothers and gun nuts. (Note to the NRA: Feel free to have your members nationwide attack me on the internet—again.

It’s always worked so well as a technique to shut me up.

That would be “sarcasm,” in case you don’t recognize it.) janis hashe I support free speech wholeheartedly. Yet I also feel that there are aspects of this terrible thing that have to be examined more carefully, because I do not support the far-right groups who are using this event to energize their followers, between whom and the terrorists I see little difference. Nor do I think that many Americans have a good grasp of the role of satire in French society, or, for that matter, of the root causes of terrorism itself.

Yet here are the reasons I am Charlie.

• French philosopher/satirist Voltaire apparently did not actually say, “I may not agree with what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it,” but it’s agreed that it is a fair summation of what he believed. I believe that, too, though as an editor I pursue a course that sometimes involves compromise, because unfortunately many readers do not recognize the difference between “this is what a columnist” is saying and “this is what The Pulse” is saying.

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• Those who are criticizing Charlie Hebdo cartoons and covers as racist, etc., are not getting the Stephen Colbertness of them. These cartoons and covers are mocking the attitudes they may seem to endorse.

That is satire, just as “The Colbert Report” was.

• With due respect to His Holiness the Pope, if I insult your mother, you do not have the right to punch me. You have the right to insult my mother. Violence cannot be an acceptable option. The murder of unarmed civilians, whether it is in Paris, Nigeria, Syria or anywhere in the world, whether by ISIS or the Klan, by Boko Haram or Timothy McVeigh, because you disagree with their words or beliefs is an act of barbarism against civilization.

If you would like to participate in conversation and actions that support a free and open world, consider joining the global avaaz.org organization, which includes millions of people. Far more than just submitting petitions, Avaaz tirelessly works for a better world for everyone—including examining and helping to solve the problems that breed terrorism in the first place.

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Hands-on Science at Creative Discovery Science fiction becomes science fact at the Creative Discovery Museum’s new exhibit, which opened Jan. 17.

“The Human Plus: Real Lives + Real Engineering” exhibit showcases technology created by engineers dedicated to improving human lives and human performance, from everyday routines to long-term goals.

The exhibition also gives “average” people a chance to create low-tech to high-tech tools to enhance human performance.

All a person has to do is think about what they want to achieve.

Tech geeks will have a field day with all the unique and out-of-the ordinary gadgets at the museum. The exhibit includes a sim-

IN THIS ISSUE

Rachael Poe Our cover story this week about the search for the perfect coffee bean is by Rachel Poe. A writer, photographer, and unabashed Tolkien fanatic, she will graduate from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga in May 2015 with a major in English literature and a minor

ulated downhill mono-ski course, a DJ station built out of a wheelchair and controlled by the wheels, a touch panel that translates music into vibrations guests can feel, a neuroprosthetic limb controlled by a person’s thoughts, and even a hands-free computer mouse controlled by slight movements of the head.

Those interested in a new frontier of engineering and science can visit the exhibit at the museum at 321 Chestnut St. through May 10. (423) 756-2738, cdmfun.org — Eugene Campbell

Rob Brezsny in art history. She is a co-editor of the forthcoming National Collegiate Honors Council monograph entitled “Housing Honors” and a copyeditor for The Heroic Age, an academic journal about early medieval Northwestern Europe. In her spare time, she volunteers with UTC’s Women’s Action Council and listens to film scores. Oh, and she once accidentally attended a Spanish wedding in Seville.

But that’s a different story.

“Free Will Astrology” writer 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. When Utne Reader named him a

“Culture Hero”, it observed: “With a blend of spontaneous poetry, feisty politics, and fanciful put-on, Brezsny breathes new life into the tabloid mummy of zodiac advice columns.” In its profile of Brezsny, the New York Times quoted a reader who compared his writing to that of the novelist Tom Robbins.

The horoscopes “are like little valentines, buoyant and spilling over with mischievousness.” It’s all in the stars. chattanoogapulse.com • january 22-28, 2015 • The Pulse • 5

COVER STORY

In Search of the Perfect Bean Local coffee experts help us brew up some aromatic answers

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Far more work went into producing a cup of coffee than I had ever realized—an impression that stayed with me throughout my search for the perfect coffee bean.”

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by Rachael Poe

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ee if you can tell the difference between these two coffees.”

After staring blankly at the two glasses of freshly brewed coffee before me, I protested, claimed ignorance, reminded my questioner that I was relatively new to specialty coffee.

But he smiled and assured me that even I would be able to pick out the differences of taste and texture between these two varieties.

So I took a sip from the first glass. The coffee was sweet and almost fruity, and after I swallowed there was a slightly acidic aftertaste. The second coffee had a richer, deeper flavor, and I tasted undertones of honey and lemon.

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I hesitantly described my findings to Matt Busby, general manager of The Camp House (and inventor of my coffee quiz), and he revealed the bean behind each drink. The first coffee was from Buziraguhindwa in the Kayanza province of Burundi, while the second was from the crop of Workiye Shallo in Yirgacheffe, Ethiopia. Matt explained that their difference in taste was partially due to the post-harvest process that each bean had undergone. The Buziraguhindwa had been naturally sundried, while the Yirgacheffe had been washed.

As Matt described the effects of each process, I realized that far more work went into producing a cup of coffee than I had ever realized—an impression that stayed with me throughout my search for the perfect coffee bean.

As a tropical plant, coffee survives in a narrow temperature range, so it is primarily grown in equatorial Latin

America, Africa and Southeast Asia.

Other than the temperature requirements, however, the coffee plant is not too picky; it can grow in a variety of soil types, elevations, and environments. Of course, each of these factors will influence the coffee plant and, ultimately, the taste of the coffee in your cup.

The coffee plant itself is a tree with dark, shiny leaves, white flowers, and berries. But the real prize is nestled inside the berry. The berries, usually red when ripe, are harvested and processed in order to reveal the seed. Though the seed is just that—a seed—it is referred to as a bean because, well, it looks like one.

The next step in the life of a coffee bean is roasting. In their raw state, coffee beans are green, but during roasting extreme heat sets various chemical processes into motion, changing the color of the bean. Every variety of cof-

fee has different flavor characteristics, and a skilled roaster is able to take those differences into account and roast the beans accordingly. Traditionally, beans are roasted anywhere from 370-480°F for 10-15 minutes.

The temperature and duration of a roast will bring out different flavors—and colors, for that matter. Roast levels range from light, to medium, to dark, and everything in between. Certain coffees are better if roasted to certain colors, but generally the longer a coffee is roasted, the more bitter it will taste.

Once roasted, coffee begins to lose its taste and aroma within a matter of days. Ideally, coffee beans should be used within a week of purchase and ground immediately prior to brewing—facts that any consumer of roasted whole bean coffee should keep in mind.

Perhaps now is a good time to mention that while I have always enjoyed a good cup of coffee, I am by no means a coffee expert. In order to find the perfect coffee bean, I enlisted the help of some local professionals: Andrew Gage of Velo, Matt Busby of The Camp House, Jennifer Stone of International Coffee Group, and Matt Ludwikowski of Brash Coffee. Each expert also shared some advice for how to select and prepare specialty coffees.

I began with a visit to Velo—a locally owned and operated micro-roaster situated on Main Street—and a conversation with Velo founder Andrew Gage. Velo’s niche is small-batch, specialty roasts, and bicycle is their primary delivery method (hence the name “Velo,” which is French for “bicycle”).

When it comes to brewing coffee, Velo employs a range of methods. “From Chemex to Aeropress to Kalita,” Gage explains, “we use methods behind the counter that people can replicate at home.”

Gage insists that the brewing process should be “as scientific and systematic as possible.” One of the most important factors to consider is the coffee-to-water ratio, which is generally 2 tablespoons of coffee per 6 ounces of water. Another consideration when brewing is water temperature, which should fall within the range of 195-205°F. When selecting coffee, Gage looks for coffee with a complexity of taste that cannot be immediately described.

He quickly names Ethiopia as his favorite region of coffee production, but hesitates before naming a specific bean: “I guess one of the best beans I’ve come across is the Gelana Abaya from Ethiopia,” he thoughtfully concludes.

The Gelana Abaya undergoes a full-natural, sundried process after being harvested. Its flavor is bright, with

berry undertones, and it makes an especially delicious espresso (as I can attest).

This was not the last I would hear of Ethiopian coffee.

Matt Busby of The Camp House, comments, “If our roasters had to drop everything and choose one country to source their coffee, it would be Ethiopia.”

Busby’s advice to new coffee drinkers is: “Never trust your first sip.” He explains that your mouth initially registers the hot temperature of coffee instead of the taste, so reserving your judgment and giving your coffee time to cool are essential for better tasting.

He also elaborates on the differences between natural and washed processing. In natural processing, the coffee berries are laid out to dry in the sun as soon as they are harvested; no part of the fruit is removed until later. In washed processing, however, the fruit is immediately removed (usually by soaking) to reveal the seed inside, which is then given a final wash to ensure uniformity.

As for the perfect bean? “There’s no right answer,” Busby says, “but we and our roasters are always in pursuit of excellence.” He names the washed Ethiopian Yirgacheffe from the crop of Workiye Shallo as an excellent bean.

The Yirgacheffe is floral, with notes of honey, lemon, and even peach. It has a bright acidity and a distinctive vibrant aftertaste.

“The Yirgacheffe is a great everyday sort of coffee,”

Jennifer Stone, founder of the International Coffee Group, comments. “But I wouldn’t say it’s the perfect bean.”

So what is the perfect bean, according to Stone? The Panama Geisha. “The Geisha is floral and light, with notes of citrus. It’s almost tea-like, and it has many layers.”

Stone adds, “You might not want to drink it every morning with breakfast, though. It’s more of a special occasion drink, like the champagne of the coffee world.”

Stone advises new coffee drinkers to source good coffee. She explains that yes, specialty coffee can cost more than, say, grocery store coffee, but, “If you do the math, you’ll find that it’s only about a nickel a cup more to drink good coffee. And it’s worth it.”

Stone, like Gage, contends, “There’s no mystique to brewing coffee. It’s scientific—a matter of time and temperature and other variables.”

Another vote for the Panama Geisha comes from Matt Ludwikowski, founder of Brash Coffee in Warehouse Row. Admittedly, Ludwikowski was hesitant to give a definitive answer. “Finding the perfect coffee bean could take years, maybe even decades,” he says to temper his answer. “I don’t even know that there is such a thing as the perfect coffee bean. But great coffee? Amazing coffee?

I can talk about that.”

Ludwikowski explains that the Panama Geisha is an heirloom coffee and that its lineage can be traced back to Ethiopia where it was discovered growing in the wild.

When it found its way to Panama a few decades ago, it flourished in that climate, and it has recently enjoyed high acclaim in the world of specialty coffee.

In terms of coffee selection, Ludwikowski cautions, “You can never make a bad coffee taste good. So always start with a quality bean.” After that, it is a matter of method: “Think of preparing coffee in the same way that you would think of cooking any other food,” Ludwikowski advises. “You should use quality, measured ingredients and follow a recipe for precision.”

So what is the perfect coffee bean? It is difficult to say, and it largely depends on personal taste. Whether you choose an Ethiopian Yirgacheffe, a Panama Geisha, or an Ethiopian Gelana Abaya, if proper attention is given to the coffee at every stage of the process, then you can make an amazing coffee. If the advice offered here seems overwhelming, take Ludwikowski’s parting words to heart: “Coffee is actually extremely simple, and you don’t have to understand the history and science of coffee in order to appreciate it. Coffee is for everyone.”

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Southeast Asia’s Secret Sauce Chef McJunkin dispels our fears about fish sauce

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Thanks to my raging hunger and the bravery that comes free with every fifth shot of Thai whiskey, I plunged my spoon in and took a big sip. It was incredible.”

Longtime food writer and professional chef Mike McJunkin is a native Chattanoogan who has trained chefs, owned and operated restaurants, and singlehandedly increased Chattanooga’s meat consumption statistics for three consecutive years. Join him on Facebook at facebook.com/SushiAndBiscuits

Fish sauce used to scare which I eagerly added to me. Like so many of us my soup along with a few that grew up in the landshots of a light brown liquid locked South, I was unconfrom a fourth jar. In my lesssciously taught that “fishy than-attentive state I had smell = bad.” Everything not questioned the contents that swims had to be either of that fourth jar, but withbreaded and in seconds deep fried or something immersed in that smelled tartar sauce like a cat beuntil every ing bathed hint of seain a dirty fish MIKE McJUNKIN food flavor tank assaultwas covered up with crispy ed my nostrils. The fourth breading and sweet picklejar had betrayed me. I had flavored mayonnaise. I bejust defiled my precious lieved sardines, anchovies duck noodle soup with the and fish sauce were to be most rancid-smelling condiignored when encountered ment on earth—fish sauce. in a recipe, for fear that I was certain that my they would sully the dish soup had now been transwith a smell reminiscent of formed into a bowl of liquid the Chickamauga Dam on a death, but thanks to my ragwarm summer day. ing hunger and the bravery Then there was the duck that comes free with every noodle incident. fifth shot of Thai whiskey, One night, while explorI plunged my spoon in and ing the bustling nightlife took a big sip. of Bangkok, Thailand, I It was incredible. stumbled upon my favorite There were no hints of duck noodle cart on Soi 11 fish, no off-putting smells. and ordered up a bowl of In fact, that noxious-smellspicy noodle soup to help ing condiment had transmediate the battle between formed my favorite noodle Chang beer and Sang Som soup into a more complex whiskey raging in my belly. and flavorful dish. I began After taking a seat at one to wonder: What exactly is of the rickety sidewalk tafish sauce and how could I bles, I began to season my have been so spectacularly noodle soup with the condiwrong about this ubiquitous ments that are as common Asian condiment? to Thai tables as salt, pepFish sauce, as it turns out, per and ketchup are to ours. is essentially fermented, liqThere were small jars of uid fish. Salt, fish and water chili flakes, sugar, and prik are placed into barrels and namsom (chili garlic sauce) left to sit for 12-18 months.

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While that may sound like the recipe for a biological weapon, the sodium chloride (salt) molecules bind with water to not only draw out the natural juices of the fish, but to prevent the growth of harmful bacteria at the same time.

The changes brought about by the fermentation process make fish sauce behave like the flavor enhancer monosodium glutamate (MSG) by creating compounds called glutamates, which heighten flavors and create umami, or savoriness within whatever dish they are added to.

Although fish sauce is a quintessential Asian ingredient and the very idea of fermented fish sounds very foreign to Western ears, Italian archaeologist Claudio Giardino cites mentions of a fermented fish sauce called garum in Roman literature from as early as the 3rd century B.C. The Greeks and Romans used garum as a condiment much like we use ketchup or Worcestershire sauce today. In fact, ketchup and Worcestershire sauce both have their roots in fish sauce.

While fish sauce is well established in the cuisines

of SE Asia, it is just beginning to gain popularity in Western kitchens. The most important things to remember when working with fish sauce are 1) Don’t taste it on its own unless you are a raging masochist 2) It tastes nothing like it smells once added to a dish, and 3) A little goes a really long way.

In my own kitchen, I use fish sauce instead of anchovies in Caesar dressing for a more subtle, nuttier flavor that is less fishy than anchovy. I’ve found it to be indispensable when making tomato sauce and I always add a couple of squirts to a finished chicken stock. Fish sauce is essentially bottled umami that home cooks and professional chefs alike can use as a flavor booster in a wide range of recipes from guacamole to braised beef.

When a savory dish seems like it’s missing something, a squirt or two of fish sauce will usually do the trick.

It’s not scary, in spite of the smell, and will quickly become the go-to “secret ingredient” in your culinary bag of tricks. Pick up a bottle from the Asian market near you today, and while you’re at it grab a bottle for me too, I’m fresh out.

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ARTS SCENE

That Day Is Still This Day Ensemble Theater’s “Ragtime” a vibrant revival and reminder of ongoing change

Powerful Pieces at The Bessie “Blood Rhythms, Strange Fruit” inspired by Shange and Simone Art lovers may find themselves entranced by the latest art exhibition at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, “Blood Rhythms, Strange Fruit.”

The exhibit displays the work of Charlotte Riley-Webb, a painter and sculptor in abstract expressionism.

Her use of vibrant colors captivates, attracting the eye’s attention and evoking the intense emotion behind the art.

The pieces in this exhibit are her visual interpretations of the poems from Ntozake Shange and songs from Nina Simone. Riley-Webb considers these two artists the most influential contributors to her inspiration.

An Atlanta native, Riley-Webb

moved with her family to Cleveland, Ohio as a toddler. While there, she earned her B.F.A. degree from the Cleveland Institute of Art. She continued her education in art through practice and attending more classes over the years.

Her work has been featured in multiple museums across the United States, and over the years, her exhibits have traveled as far as South America, Suriname and Anguilla.

Charlotte Riley-Webb’s artwork will be at the Bessie Smith Cultural Center, 200 E. MLK Blvd. until Feb. 28.

To learn more about the artist and see her work, visit her website: charlotterileywebb.com — Eugene Campbell

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t’s a story that brings a fascinating era of history to life, featuring music that made my arm hairs stand on end. Anyone weighing entertainment options over the next few weekends should push Ensemble Theatre of Chattanooga’s inspired production of the musical “Ragtime” to the top of their list.

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The more epic, whole-cast songs ring out with life and energy, often accompanied by playful choreography, while the duets and solos vibrate with sensitivity.”

The neighborhoods of turn-of-the-century New York City mingle, clash, and ultimately enrich one another as songs pour out of characters trying to figure out their new identities in the land of promise. They are unwittingly on the brink of forming a new cosmopolitan standard, to be followed by the rest of the booming young United States. In the opening number the audience is introduced to the residents of New Rochelle, the Lower East Side, and Harlem, each embodied by an archetypal main character: the established yet wistful young mother (Paige Salter), the Latvian immigrant father/artist, Tateh (Kyle Dagnan), and the dashing young pianist firing up the city with the bold new sounds of ragtime, Coalhouse Walker (Terrance Wright).

The singing performances were firstrate, with the only quirk to be adjusted being the balance in volume levels between the instrumentalists and the vocalists. At times, it was a bit difficult to make out the soloists’ lyrics over the amplified music coming from the “pit” situated stage right. The score was nicely adapted to a smaller ensemble (piano, Terry Sanford; drums, Erik Gehrke; clarinet, Gordon Inman; synthesizer and music direction, Jennifer Arbogast), and each number came off as tightly rehearsed, carrying the emotion of the play. The more epic, whole-cast songs ring out with life and energy, often accompanied by playful choreography, while the duets and solos vibrate with sensitivity. The duet, “Sar-

ah Brown Eyes,” between Coalhouse and Sarah, brought tears to my eyes.

These actors in particular, Terrance Wright and L-Shante Faunteroy, display incredibly believable chemistry on stage, kindled through their subtle smiles and glances.

I was also impressed by the innocent joy of the two child actors in the cast: Taryn Bracher as the little immigrant daughter, and Ethan Woodlief as her future playmate, the wealthy New Rochelle son. The two had several complex songs to participate in, as well as a few moments requiring them to work as a pair on their own, and they came through solidly. It is always a delight to watch a child adapt to his first role on stage, and Woodlief, in his acting debut, carries himself with natural charm where a certain level of stiffness, silliness, or even shyness would be understandable.

The musical’s book is based on E.L. Doctorow’s 1975 novel of the same name, and derives much of its historical intrigue and even some of its humor from various cameos of real historical characters woven into the script. The play’s main protagonists encounter the saucy and scandalous Evelyn Nesbit (Monica Woodlief); an immerging illusionist, Harry Houdini (Andrew Durby); the vocal and volatile anarchist, Emma Goldman (Marianna Allen); the bridgebuilder, Booker T. Washington (Rudy Foster), and several others. Much of the play’s power hits the audience as we watch the communities do battle, breaking down personal barriers while simultaneously fighting the waves of injustice crashing around them as the world speeds up and undergoes a major sea-change.

The play’s Tony Award-winning songs take on the questions of the times, posing a direct challenge to Victorian customs. Listening to lyrics envisioning hope and change, it’s easy to imagine the ideas Doctorow must have been exploring when he published his novel amid the 1970s cultural climate. The need for a renaissance of activism for justice and neighborhood diversity was pressing at that time, and perhaps the distance of decades facilitates a less combative and volatile setting for exploring tense issues collectively and cooperatively.

It was my pleasure to speak with the director, Garry Lee Posey, following the performance. He felt good about the opening night’s energy, and was surprised when I mentioned the coincidence that “Ragtime” is also playing in Nashville at TSU’s Performing Art’s Center (Circle Players). “It’s a play that’s definitely experiencing a resurgent moment,” Posey mused, “and the content does feel very timely in the wake of current tragedies like the Ferguson case.” The powerful call for justice in the song, “Till We Reach That Day,” marking the performance’s mid-point, was a sobering reminder that the work of the past century continues, even in our time. “That day” of true cooperation, peace, and justice is still ahead of us.

“Ragtime” Plays Thur-Sun through Feb. 1.

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(423) 531-7606 art-creations.com Educational Wine Tasting 6:30 p.m.

Back Inn Café 411 2nd St. (423) 265-5033 bluffviewartdistrict.com Art Connection/ String Theory 5:30 p.m.

Hunter Museum of Art 10 Bluff View (423) 267-0969 huntermuseum.org Winter Workshop: “Paddlers: Know Your Knots” 6:30 p.m.

Outdoor Chattanooga 200 River St. (423) 643-6888 outdoorchattanooga.com “Cosi Fan Tutte” 7 p.m.

Chattanooga State Humanities Theater 4501 Amnicola Highway artistiaffamati.com “Ragtime” 7:30 p.m.

Ensemble Theatre 5600 Brainerd Rd. (423) 602-8640 ensembletheatreofchattanooga.com

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Educational Wine Tasting Ricky Mokel 7:30 p.m.

The Comedy Catch 3224 Brainerd Rd. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

friday1.23 Intro to Oil Painting with Alex Loza Noon Art Creations 7351 Commons Blvd.

(423) 531-7606 art-creations.com Kids Lego Club 2, 4 p.m.

Chattanooga Public Library 1001 Broad St. (423) 757-5310 chattlibrary.org “Ragtime”

Pulse Pick: Ricky Mokel If you are one of the nearly one million adults and kids who over the past fours years has seen Ricky perform live at the Alabama Theatre in North Myrtle Beach, SC, you understand why he is building a large, enthusiastic following.

Rickey Mokel The Comedy Catch 3224 Brainerd Rd. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

7:30 p.m.

Ensemble Theatre 5600 Brainerd Rd. (423) 602-8640 ensembletheatreofchattanooga.com Ricky Mokel 7:30, 9:45 p.m.

The Comedy Catch 3224 Brainerd Rd. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

saturday1.24 Plant Natives 2015: “The Living Landscape” 8 a.m.

Chattanooga State Humanities Theater 4501 Amnicola Highway (423) 847-2012 tennesseevalley.wildones.org

St. Alban’s Hixson Farmers’ Market 10 a.m.

St. Alban’s Episcopal Church 7514 Hixson Pike (423) 842-1342 Brainerd Farmers’ Market 11 a.m.

Grace Episcopal Church 20 Belvoir Ave. (423) 698-0330 Hot Glass Demonstration with Sherry Nickell 11 a.m.

River Gallery 400 E. 2nd St. (423) 265-5033 river-gallery.com “Weave a Kudzu Basket!”

12:30 p.m.

Tennessee Aquarium 1 Broad St. (423) 267-3474 tnaqua.org Wild & Scenic Film Festival 12:30 p.m.

UTC University Center 642 E. 5th St. tectn.org/wildandscenic Native American Mask Making 2 p.m.

Northgate Public Library 278 Northgate Mall Dr. (423) 870-0635 chattlibrary.org String Theory Family Concert 2 p.m.

Hunter Museum of Art 10 Bluff View (423) 267-0969 huntermuseum.org The Picture Show 3:30 p.m.

ARTS CALENDAR

Blue Man Group Chattanooga Public Library 1001 Broad St. (423) 757-5310 chattlibrary.org Corri Bischer Book Signing Event 6 p.m.

Barnes & Noble 2230 Hamilton Place Blvd.

(423) 468-9986 wakeshfoundation.org Interscholastic Climbing League 6:30 p.m.

Outdoor Chattanooga 200 River St. (423) 643-6888 outdoorchattanooga.com “Cosi Fan Tutte” 7 p.m.

Chattanooga State Humanities Theater 4501 Amnicola Highway artistiaffamati.com “Ragtime” 7:30 p.m.

Ensemble Theatre 5600 Brainerd Rd. (423) 602-8640 ensembletheatreofchattanooga.com Ricky Mokel 7:30, 9:45 p.m.

The Comedy Catch 3224 Brainerd Rd. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

sunday1.25 “Ragtime” 2:30 p.m.

Ensemble Theatre

5600 Brainerd Rd. (423) 602-8640 ensembletheatreofchattanooga.com Trio Galilei: Celtic and Early Music 4 p.m.

St. Paul’s Episcopal Church 305 W. Seventh St. (423) 266-8195 stpaulschatt.org Senior Voice Recital: Alec Oziminski 5 p.m.

UTC Cadek Recital Hall 725 Oak St. (423) 425-4624 utc.edu/music Ricky Mokel 7:30 p.m.

The Comedy Catch 3224 Brainerd Rd. (423) 629-2233 thecomedycatch.com

monday1.26 Home School Day 11 a.m.

Tennessee Aquarium 1 Broad St. (423) 267-3474 tnaqua.org

tuesday1.27 Blue Man Group 7:30 p.m.

Memorial Auditorium 399 McCallie Ave. (423) 757-5156 chattanoogaonstage.com

wednesday1.28 Main Street Farmers Market 4 p.m.

325 E. Main St. mainstreetfarmersmarket.com Ease into Yoga For Beginners with Jayne Cagle 6:30 p.m.

Outdoor Chattanooga 200 River St. (423) 643-6888 outdoorchattanooga.com “Introduction to Buddhism and Zen” 7 p.m.

Unitarian Universalist Church of Chattanooga 3224 Navajo Dr. (423) 622-2862

ongoing “New York Times Magazine Photography Exhibit” Hunter Museum of Art 10 Bluff View (423) 267-0968 huntermuseum.org “Artist Favorites” Reflections Gallery 6922 Lee Hwy. (423) 892-3072 reflectionsgallerytn.com “Human Plus: Real Lives + Real Engineering” Creative Discovery Museum 321 Chestnut St. (423) 756-2738 cdmfun.org UTC Department of Art 2015 Juried Student Exhibition

(Ends January 25) UTC Fine Arts Center 752 Vine St. (423) 425-4269 utc.edu “Light , Shadow & Color” River Gallery 400 E. 2nd St. river-gallery.com “MSA Select: A MidSouth Sculpture Alliance Member Show” AVA Gallery 30 Fraizer Ave. (423) 265-4282 avaarts.org “Member’s Choice” Gallery At Blackwell 71 Eastgate Loop (423) 344-5643 chattanoogaphoto.org “The Female Form: Raphael Soyer and Harold Cash” Hunter Museum of Art 10 Bluff View (423) 267-0968 huntermuseum.org “Pioneering Pulpits: The First Ocoee Churches” Museum Center At Five Points 200 Inman St. E (423) 339-5745 museumcenter.org “Blood Rhythms, Strange Fruit ” Bessie Smith Cultural Center 200 E. MLK Blvd.

(423) 266-8658 bessiesmithcc.org Map these locations on chattanoogapulse.com. Send event listings at least 10 days in advance to: calendar@chattanoogapulse.com

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MUSIC SCENE

Saxophone Meets Qigong at BLT Travis Laplante and Battle Trance explore the edges of technique

Massage Your Mind At JJ’s Murfreesboro’s Masseuse gets smoothly funky Have a thing for funk and rock music? Masseuse will deliver smooth but edgy tunes at JJ’s Bohemia on Saturday, Jan. 24.

Masseuse hails from Murfreesboro, and blends vocal melodies with smooth guitars and the grace of a cello. Hearing their music takes audiences on a pleasant ride—with some serious detours into funk. The band promises their music will massage audience’s minds.

The band started their musical journey while at Middle Tennessee State University. As students, band members discovered a shared love of progressive jams. Masseuse draws their inspiration from ’70s jazz-rock giants Steely Dan, the genuis that was Frank Zappa, and classic Pink Floyd.

Masseuse’s songs combine harmonious melodies and hilarious lyrics. You can’t help but smile when the band starts playing and opening up on stage. And some will surely find themselves dancing and singing along.

Masseuse will be bringing the funk to Chattanooga this Saturday from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. The band has a Facebook page, and you can listen to their music on Soundcloud.

— Eugene Campbell Masseuse (with local faves Decibella) Saturday, Jan. 24 JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd.

(423) 266-1400 jjsbohemia.com

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songwriters

southern blues

dynamic Duo

Nick Lutsko

Tedeschi Trucks Band

It's a special night of "songwriters in the round" featuring Nick Lutsko as well as Brian Hayes. Not to be missed.

9 p.m.

The Honest Pint 35 Patten Parkway thehonestpint.com

Yes, there really are eleven people in the band. And yes, they really are that damn good.

Go. Go now. Trust us.

8 p.m.

Tivoli Theater 709 Broad St. chattanoogaonstage.com

Jack Kirton & Chip Ables The leader of both Endelouz and Marlow Drive join forces in our favorite dive bar.

10 p.m.

The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. (423) 634-9191

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he Brooklyn tenor saxophonist Travis Laplante, at the age of 32, has built up a reputation for his incredible technical ability and uncompromisingly bold creations, and his inspiration comes from sources including John Coltrane and the Chinese practice of qigong, involving meditation and deep breathing.

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It is as if those who have come before me have shown me the ocean, but now it’s time to dive in more deeply to experience the world that lies under the surface of the water.”

His latest project, Battle Trance, was born from a spontaneous idea to assemble an all-tenor-sax quartet that would employ advanced methods like circular breathing—playing without pauses by simultaneously inhaling and exhaling—and nontraditional extended techniques.

The quartet’s debut album, Palace of Wind on New Amsterdam Records, has received substantial critical acclaim, and Laplante took the time to answer questions via email in advance of Battle Trance’s Jan. 31 show at Barking Legs.

The Pulse: What goes through your mind during a show? It is total concentration?

Travis Laplante: Concentration, yes in a sense; however, the idea of concentration has the feeling of focusing on something or controlling something with the mind. I find that it’s equally if not more important to quiet the mind and not let it create illusions, self consciousness or distractions while inside the sound of Battle Trance.

Ideally my mind is simply a tool during the concerts, meaning it’s in right relationship to my heart, which is the real me. Of course the mind needs to be used to play the correct notes and rhythms when necessary and to keep me from falling off of the stage. It’s a tightrope walk, letting the mind go while still being able to execute the composition. I definitely have much more focus on my heart when playing, not necessarily trying to do anything. Not try-

THIS FRIDAY!

ing to say “OK, send more love to everyone in the room” or “I want people to feel this music more” because the second I start down that road, I’m right back in my mind.

TP: How does the group prepare for a performance?

TL: We all have our own personal practices before each performance that vary greatly from member to member. Everything from eating pizza to praying. Most of the preparation actually happens on the stage before the first note is played. We always spend a few minutes breathing together, letting our thoughts and worries dissolve, feeling time and space, then letting time and space go.

TP: What is the most challenging part of Battle Trance?

TL: It depends on what level we’re talking about. Of course there’s a larger picture challenge of needing to find a way to cover the cost of living while spending so much time inside of the music of Battle Trance, which does not compensate one in a time = money earned formula. It’s not a challenge for me to have enough faith to keep going with no real sign of anything getting easier or “better” in terms of basic life stability, because underneath it all I know there is no real question. It’s definitely still a huge challenge to make it all work and maintain sustainability in life.

More specifically to Battle Trance and this particular piece it is challenging to keep the embouchure [mouth muscles] and fingers in shape enough to execute certain parts of the piece to their fullest potential. It’s also an added challenge on tour when we have very little time to get warmed up, and we often play at venues that don’t

have green rooms or places where we can warm up beforehand. So we have to get creative. Warming up in public restrooms or behind dumpsters; I’ve done it all.

TP: What do you want audiences to get from your performance?

TL: There’s no set formula for what “I want” people to get from the music. I would like people to get what they need. It would be wonderful if the music makes people remember something of who they really are and that there is a part of each of us that is eternal. This process can look very different from person to person.

TP: Can you discuss your thoughts on the possibilities of extended techniques?

TL: The aspect of extended techniques that currently resonates with me the most is their use in an ensemble setting, specifically in composition. As far as saxophone extended techniques go, there have been many great players who have really dove deeply into the instrument’s capabilities. However I feel like there is still a lot of space to work with these techniques alongside/inside/on top of each other that is completely uncharted territory. It is as if those who have come before me (some are still alive) have shown me the ocean, but now it’s time to dive in more deeply to experience the world that lies under the surface of the water.

Battle Trance with Amanda Rose Cagle and Bob Stagner 8 p.m., Jan. 31 Barking Legs Theater 1307 Dodds Ave. (423) 624-5347 barkinglegs.org

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LIVE MUSIC JANUARY

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with DREW STERCHI & BLUES TRIBE 9p

with HANK AND CUPCAKES

with NEDELLE TORRISI, HANK & CUPCAKES PROOF THAT ROCK IS NOT DEAD! AND THE HOUSE BAND

with JOHNNY BALIK & ANGEL MAE

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Tedeschi Trucks Band

thursday1.22 Prime Country Band 6:30 p.m.

Ringgold Nutrition Center 144 Circle Dr. (706) 935-2541 String Theory 6:30 p.m.

Hunter Museum of America Art 10 Bluff View huntermuseum.org Feel It Thursday Open Mic 7 p.m.

Mocha Restaurant & Music Lounge 511 Broad St. mochajazz.net Bluegrass and Country Jam 7 p.m.

Grace Nazarene Church 6310 Dayton Blvd. chattanoogagrace.com Jimmy Harris 7 p.m.

The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com Jesse James & Tim Neal 7 p.m.

Mexi Wings VII 5773 Brainerd Rd. (423) 296-1073 Soddy-Daisy Jamboree 7 p.m.

Soddy-Daisy Community Center 9835 Dayton Pike 423-332-3654 Pack of Wolves, Drew Sterchi & Blues Tribe 8 p.m.

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Rhythm & Brews 221 Market St. rhythm-brews.com Yancy 8 p.m.

Chattanooga Convention Center 1150 Carter St. chattanoogaconventioncenter.org Open Mic with Hap Henninger 9 p.m.

The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. (423) 634-9191 Nick Lutsko, Songwriters In The Round Featuring Bryan Hayes 9 p.m.

The Honest Pint 35 Patten Parkway thehonestpint.com

Pulse Pick: Drew Sterchi Longtime blues musician, Drew brings his wellhoned and road-tested sound to Rhythm & Brews along with Pack of Wolves to create a night of oldfashioned, in-your-face, hard-drinking blues.

Drew Sterchi & Blues Tribe Thursday, 8 p.m.

Rhythm & Brews 221 Market St. rhythm-brews.com

friday1.23 Jason Thomas and the Mean-Eyed Cats 5 p.m.

Chattanooga Choo Choo 1400 Market St. choochoo.com Eddie Pontiac 5:30 p.m.

El Meson 2204 Hamilton Place Blvd. elmesonrestaurant.com Chattanooga Acoustic Showcase 7 p.m.

Charles & Myrtle’s Coffeehouse 105 McBrien Rd. christunity.org Jimmy Harris 7 p.m.

The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com Tedeschi Trucks Band 8 p.m.

Tivoli Theater 709 Broad St. chattanoogaonstage.com Yancy 8 p.m.

Chattanooga Convention Center 1150 Carter St. chattanoogaconventioncenter.org Logan Murrell 8:30 p.m.

The Foundry 1201 S. Broad St. chattanooganhotel.com Chris Ryan 9 p.m.

The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. (423) 634-9191 Corey Smith 9 p.m.

Track 29 1400 Market St. track29.co Roshambeaux 9 p.m.

World of Beer 412 Market St. worldofbeer.com Backup Planet, Hank and Cupcakes 9:30 p.m.

Rhythm & Brews 221 Market St. rhythm-brews.com Jess Goggins Band, SLC, Caney Village 10 p.m.

JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com Roughwork 10 p.m.

Bud’s Sports Bar 5751 Brainerd Rd. budssportsbar.com

saturday1.24 String Theory Family Concert 2 p.m.

Hunter Museum of American Art 10 Bluff View huntermuseum.org Jason Thomas and the Mean-Eyed Cats 5 p.m.

Chattanooga Choo Choo 1400 Market St. choochoo.com Eddie Pontiac 5:30 p.m.

El Meson 2204 Hamilton Place Blvd. elmesonrestaurant.com Jimmy Harris 7 p.m.

The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com The Honeycutters 7:30 p.m.

The Camp House 149 E. MLK Blvd. thecamphouse.com Logan Murrell 8:30 p.m.

The Foundry 1201 S. Broad St.

www.chattanooganhotel. com Rebelution Featuring Katchafire 8:30 p.m.

Track 29 1400 Market St. track29.co of Montreal, Nedelle Torrisi, Hank and Cupcakes 9 p.m.

Rhythm & Brews 221 Market St. rhythm-brews.com Roshambeaux 9 p.m.

World of Beer 412 Market St. worldofbeer.com Jack Kirton & Chip Ables 10 p.m.

The Office @ City Cafe 901 Carter St. (423) 634-9191 Decibella, Masseuse 10 p.m.

JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com Roughwork 10 p.m.

Bud’s Sports Bar 5751 Brainerd Rd. budssportsbar.com

sunday1.25 Forever Bluegrass presents Monroe Crossing 3 p.m.

Barking Legs Theatre 1307 Dodds Ave. barkinglegs.org

Sunday Night Irish Music Jam Session 5 p.m.

Grocery Bar 1501 Long St. grocerybar.com Acoustic Gospel Jam 6 p.m.

Brainerd United Methodist Church 4315 Brainerd Rd. brainerdumc.org Molly Maguires 7 p.m.

The Honest Pint 35 Patten Parkway thehonestpint.com

monday1.26 Monday Nite Big Band 7 p.m.

The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com

tuesday1.27 Rick’s Blues Jam 7 p.m.

Folk School of Chattanooga 1200 Mountain Creek Rd. chattanoogafolk.com Josh Turner 7 p.m.

Track 29 1400 Market St. track29.co Noah Gundersen, Angelo De Augustine 7:30 p.m.

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Monroe Crossing The Camp House 149 E. MLK Blvd. thecamphouse.com

wednesday1.28 Eddie Pontiac 5:30 p.m.

El Meson 248 Northgate Park elmesonrestaurant.com Jimmy Harris 7 p.m.

The Coconut Room 6925 Shallowford Rd. thepalmsathamilton.com Dan Sheffield 7:30 p.m.

Sugar’s Downtown 507 Broad St. sugarschattanooga.com Open Mic with Ryan Oyer 8 p.m.

The Honest Pint 35 Patten Parkway thehonestpint.com SIMO 9 p.m.

Rhythm & Brews 221 Market St. rhythm-brews.com Steve Gilbert, Hap Henniger 10 p.m.

JJ’s Bohemia 231 E. MLK Blvd. jjsbohemia.com

901 Carter St Inside City Cafe (423)634-9191 Thursday, January 22: 9pm Open Mic with Hap Henninger Friday, January 23: 9pm Chris Ryan Saturday, January 24: 10pm Jack Kirton & Chip Ables (Endelouz/Marlow Drive) Tuesday, January 27: 7pm Server/Hotel Appreciation Night $5 Pitchers $2 Wells $1.50 Domestics ●

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Record Reviews

marc t. michael

Local Band EPs Rock and Roar

Death Valley Driver showcases guitar rock, KOZA puts the pedal to the metal

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KOZA KOZA (Available on Bandcamp)

he Death Valley Driver EP was recorded back in 2007, and the band technically no longer exists, so why a review now? There are a few reasons.

The EP has just been re-released on a European record label, the songs formed the early basis of the current “kick ass and take names” band River City Hustlers, and now it is available for free download to anyone and everyone.

Track one, “Almost as Blue as Your Eyes” is as jaunty and upbeat a rock-and-roll tune as any, but after a moment one is quickly subsumed by the punk music the lies at its heart. Not entirely punk, not entirely pop, the song

is satisfyingly somewhere in between. The guitar work is especially nice.

“Ya Know Ya Like It” kicks off with the same tasty guitar parts but then throws in a piano for good measure, which gives the tune an undeniably classic feel, akin to the ’70s-era Rolling Stones. If anything, I’d have liked to hear the piano featured a bit more on this track; it’s a great addition to the instrumentation.

“You Have Come Too Late” is another chunky, guitar-driven track that combines good, oldfashioned rock-and-roll with the kind of clever lyricism that is the hallmark of these musicians.

“Don’t Mistake This For

Love” continues on in the same vein, cementing the band’s status as some of the best “’70s-style” guitar rock around, essentially being what most people hear in their heads when someone says “rock-n-roll.”

“Duct Tape and Silence” is the final track on the EP, and seemingly the black sheep of the family. This might be because of the opening conversation between bass and cowbell but more likely is just a symptom of the overall “heaviness” of the track, easily the heaviest on a compilation that is otherwise light and nimble.

That’s not a bad thing at all, more like the prize in a Crackerjack box and certainly a sign of where the band was headed.

Simply put, if you’re a fan of the River City Hustlers (who are scheduled to play at this year’s Riverbend Festival), this EP is a fascinating look into the evolution of that group and certainly worthwhile as a standalone effort.

For your free download and a look into the pre-history of one of Chattanooga’s premier bands, go to www.deathvalleydriverforever. bandcamp.com/music

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hock-full of hardcore goodness, KOZA’s self-titled

debut EP is nine tracks long and beautifully showcases the range of the band. The four-piece band rocks a style best described as a touch of All Things Metal, demonstrating elements of thrash, hardcore, nu metal, grunge, punk and even psychedelia.

“Take Up the Serpent” is one of only three tunes that make it past the three-minute mark and one of only two that make it past four. While most of the songs are best served by their short, punchy presentation, “Take Up the Serpent” utilizes the extra time to “explore the space” with a fadein intro straight from the ’70s that segues in to a bridge that more closely resembles Primus.

Track two, “Hoof,” is just good, old-fashioned mosh pit material (back in my day we called it slam dancing, and we LIKED it that way). “March of the Snails,” the third offering on the disc, opens with a positively Pink Floyd vibe that gives way to Korn-esque nu metal around the 30-second mark.

“Death Rattle” is a personal favorite, a song that starts slow and stays slow for most of its duration, yet manages to use that to good effect by building tension to the point that both song and listener are ready to explode by the end.

“Tsunami” is another slow-burner

that ultimately satisifies.

“The Silent Bleed the Same” is both the shortest song in the compilation and the only one I would designate “medium tempo.” The inclusion of this song at this point in the track list gives the EP a flavor of “concept album” which, given the chance to expand upon the themes presented, it would surely be.

“Perpetrator” is another favorite, if only for its menacing intro, which evokes memories of Dokken back when they were still a thing. It is an ironic circumstance when an avowed metal band sounds their most dangerous when they are at their quietest, but “Perpetrator” makes this point effortlessly.

“Stench of Desire” is the final track on the disc. It is the longest track and quite likely the most dynamic in range. Whether by design or not, it wraps up the disc nicely as a sort of review of everything that came before it.

This exceptionally well-done collection of hardcore music is available via iTunes, Bandcamp, Amazon MP3, Cdbaby and Google Play as well as directly from the band itself. Underpriced at $5, the album and the band are a must-have for head bangers old and new.

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Consider This with Dr. Rick

Jonesin’ Crossword

matt jones

by Rick Pimental-Habib, Ph.D. “What if we could lean back into the arms of Spirit and trust the future?” — J.L. Huie It’s so easy to fall off the road, isn’t it? To run into problems with health, relationships, finances, everyday stressors, and go to that place of anxious confusion. It’s so easy to make mountains out of molehills, become panicked or depressed, lose our center, look outside ourselves for comfort, or for escape. Then we do what it is we do: drink too much, eat too much, drug, shop, gamble, smoke—whatever.

But what if we trusted that everything will be OK? What if we took a deep breath, and realized that everything happens for a reason, the “good” and the “bad,” and it will all work out. Of course when there are problems in life, that’s when this is the hardest thing in the world to do!

When everything’s running smoothly, no problem. But there’s the rub; therein lies the test.

Beyond religion, beyond differing personal beliefs, lies trust. Trust in ourselves, trust that we’re not alone, trust that we will be OK.

ACROSS 1 Cartoon father of octuplets 4 Ironic nickname for a hairy guy 10 Taj Mahal’s setting 14 Slides, handouts, etc. for a speaker’s audience 16 Street ___ (rep) 17 Aquarium fish 18 Mecca trekker 19 “Huuuuuuuh?!”

20 Little toy, for instance?

21 Head honcho 24 Baseball and football star Sanders 25 London music producer Yoad ___ (reverses to something in the kitchen) 26 “Uncle!”

28 Art lovers 30 Shield behind a wheel 32 1994 hit off Live’s album “Throwing

Copper” 33 Is uncertain to, in a fancy tone 34 With “The,” 2012 Jessica Biel thriller 35 “Community” actress ___ Nicole Brown 36 Share a facility 37 “Cold as Ice” and “Hot Blooded” group 39 Appeases, as hunger 40 Having a pH below 7 41 Heart link 43 Simple pretzel shapes 44 It folds in a chair 45 Place for December purchases 47 Some small businesses, for short 49 “Let me at ‘em!”

53 Big earthenware jar 54 1988 Bruce Hornsby hit, with “The” 55 “No can do, Dostoyevsky” 56 “The Two ___”

(Martha Finley children’s book) 57 Weightlifter’s abbr.

DOWN 1 Mag that covers blue material (hidden in KAVNER) 2 Key lime, e.g.

3 Org. that’s hosted Errol Flynn, Wayne Newton and Stephen Colbert 4 ___ salts 5 Follow up on ___ 6 Image created before drinking?

7 Got the carpet all gross 8 Potatoes named for their state 9 Must-have 10 “Oh!” in Osnabruck 11 Tiny red salad item 12 How you feel after a much-needed rest 13 Quality of some body tissues

15 Like some GPAs 21 He’s often seen up late 22 In an ambiguous way 23 Light and dark ice cream flavor 25 Star of “Gimme a Break!”

27 All together, musically 29 Religious circles?

31 Rare blood type 34 Carla’s surname on “Cheers” 36 Total assortment?

38 “Is this ___?”

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The Man Behind The Martyr “Selma” shows a Dr. King who is human, conflicted and brave—and not a saint

A Wild & Scenic Film Festival Trying to save the world one film at a time This Saturday, the Tennessee Enviromental Council is bringing the Wild & Scenic Film Festival to UTC, featuring an incredible selection of films designed to change the world.

Many of the adventurers and activists featured in the films live “wild lives” and festival organizers intend to honor their not-so-mainstream choices, often thought to be a little on the unconventional side.

The W&SFF is considered one of the nation’s premier environmental and adventure film festivals. Festivalgoers can expect to see award-winning films about nature, community

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elma” is a film that was undoubtedly challenging to make. How do you make a film about a cultural touchstone, a figure both legendary and mythical, a martyr for a distinctly American cause, someone that is arguably more powerful and highly regarded than any figure in American history?

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“ Any film that hopes to show a man and not a deity needs to look for uncertainty.

Divinity is certain—men are never quite so sure.”

For those of us that came after the civil rights movement, those of us who have witnessed the change they wrought, who live in a very different world from our parents, Martin Luther King Jr. is a name that stands alongside Lincoln and Washington, a founder born a century and half out of time.

No one in my generation witnessed his controversial nature; those feelings were lost in the great leaps made in his absence and now they are only a whisper in a background of praise. Any film that hopes to show a man and not a deity needs to look for uncertainty. Divinity is certain—men are never quite so sure.

“Selma” takes the man behind the legend and shows him as he is: a leader for a community shamed and beaten into compliance, doing what he can, fearing the outcomes for his people. It is a deserving and strong film marking a time in history not soon forgotten.

The film begins as King is waiting to accept the Nobel Peace Prize, practicing his speech and worrying about his tie. The first moments of doubt set the tone for what is to follow. As powerful an orator and as strong a writer as King is, the film paints him differently away from the crowds.

The biggest success of “Selma” is its depiction of King off-stage, showing a reflective aspect of a man known for

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There are many times in the film that it appears the events in Selma, Alabama would have little effect on the movement. The television cameras were on, the viewers were horrified, but attention span was limited in the advent of television, just as it is today.

The reactions to the protests were fragile.

King only knew that in the South there would always be another battle.

His concern was if the blood spilled during the current battle was needed.

These doubts are detailed and powerful in the film, as are the efforts to discredit King and stop him from continuing his campaign. In spite of all this, the truth marched on.

Amplifying these doubts is the exceptional performance by David Oyelowo, a relatively unknown but highly talented British actor. Many of the actors in the film aren’t household names. American movies tend to prefer using the same four or five black actors for everything, rather than having a variety of talents to choose from.

In addition to the excellent performances, the direction by Ava DuVerney is careful and complex. DuVerney has only a couple of features

under her belt and a handful of television documentaries and episodes, yet she shows capabilities far beyond her meager resume as a director.

That the Academy had the opportunity to nominate the first female black director for the “Best Director” category and did not is a strange decision, especially given that “Selma” is likely a frontrunner for “Best Picture” this year. Who do they think was in charge of the film? It is a slight that is not easily understandable.

“Selma” is a strong, entertaining historical film that should be seen by every American. It is especially timely given the events in Ferguson and recent protests in New York. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. taught a country how to protest. Violence should be roundly rejected, but understanding and supporting civil disobedience is a quintessential part of the American experience.

I have heard complaints about the “die-ins” in Nashville as being overly provocative. Stopping interstate travel to protest white complacency in the face of police brutality is likely unpopular as well. But then, that’s the point. Protests should be uncomfortable. They should make those in power feel uncomfortable and outraged.

We learned that from a preacher from Atlanta. We are reminded of it by films like “Selma.”

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Police Diversity Report Officer Alex fondly recalls a fellow officer who was a true role model. Or not.

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This cop walks up to the guy in the dark lying face down in wet grass (a German shepherd on a leash barking at him furiously from about two feet away for effect), and what does he do? He lays down on him.”

When officer Alexander D. Teach is not patrolling our fair city on the heels of the criminal element, he spends his spare time volunteering for the Boehm Birth Defects Center.

“I have an El Camino full of rampage here, what’s the plan?” — Ofc. Alfonso Shagnasty, peeling onto the lot of a Scotchman convenience store off-duty,circa 1998 In a functionally dark dining area of a local eatery and brewery he would place his hand over the top of his glass of liquor and shake it vigorously at the most random of moments.

ALEX “It aerates the liquid, you see,” he would say with a completely straight face while acting like he’s trying to contain a waterspout inside of a thick-bottomed tumbler, channeling “Ace Ventura.” On occasion he would even add a nickel to the glass to further the agitation process. Not a big deal! But… This was also the excuse he gave for perpetually blowing bubbles into a mixed drink: “To aerate and keep it evenly mixed, you see,” he would say while bent over the drink (or while holding it up to his lips), the straw dangling out of his mouth as he spoke with his eyes cast upwards towards you. He was so sincere about his task you let the absurdity

of it pass. And occasionally, you realized it made sense that the bubbles would agitate the liquid sufficiently to do just that.

(This didn’t make you any less pissed off with yourself when you found yourself unconsciously blowing bubbles into your own drink afterwards, despite just having mocked him for doing the same.)

TEACH A c t u a l l y, that was it. The guy was the last person you wanted to be like, much less be associated with, but there was something about him that clawed at your periphery. Have I mentioned he was a complete and unrepentant asshole? God, it made him being “right” that much more frustrating.

Cops. There are so many different types of people that fill The Blue you almost get used to none of it making any sense. The guy working the district next to me eventually went on to be a professor at UNC. A guy in the next team over on a different shift ended up going to a federal penitentiary for theft and civil rights intimidation (arrested by other

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Another guy could speak five languages, skills he picked up having fled the country of his birth under rocket fire, and another could barely pencil in the Scan-Tron dots on a crash report (though he later became the manager of a local auto parts store, where he flourished).

I really believe our diversity is our strength; we have a tool to fit most every broken situation, and this variance in skill sets makes us whole and incredibly powerful (particularly since we are on the simplistic side of “Right” in the interminable battle of “Right vs. Wrong”), but on occasion, one of these magnificent Lego pieces of nobility happens to be a weird mother %$#@!& that just disturbs you with his (or her) weirdness. And Shagnasty was the apex predator of that particular crop.

The first time I met him was in the back yard of a home in Brainerd where we’d caught a burglar and armed robber who had been wearing us out for weeks. It was the ’90s, a brother to the ’80s and a distant cousin to the ’70s, so we planned on seizing the moment to de-incentivize recidivism. This cop walks up to the guy in the dark lying face

down in wet grass (a German shepherd on a leash barking at him furiously from about two feet away for effect), and what does he do? He lays down on him, legs over legs, torso over torso, gunbelt and all, and begins to whisper weird shit in his ear.

The guy holds his composure for a minute and the cops preparing to deliver the memo just kind of have to stand there, and eventually the guy starts to freak out—I mean really freak out. When they stood him up to take him to jail, I’m pretty sure he’d pissed himself (no judgment!), and despite 26 prior offenses I never encountered him again professionally. So, like blowing bubbles through my straw, I was annoyed at the weird bastard for being “right” again (though a clinical psychologist or unemployed “activist” would surely disagree).

That officer? There is so much more to tell, but he is no more. Whatever he was isn’t a part of this place now, but I have to wonder…how did he get in? Was I as bad as he was? Of for that matter, was I as good?

I pondered the ifs, lowered my mouth to the straw in my drink and began to slowly blow bubbles.

“God *#@! that guy.”

Free Will Astrology AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): According to my analysis of the long-term astrological omens, 2015 is the year you can get totally serious about doing what you were born to do. You will be given the chance to slough off all that’s fake and irrelevant and delusory. You will be invited to fully embrace the central purpose of your destiny. If you’re interested in taking up that challenge, I suggest you adopt Oscar Wilde’s motto: “Nothing is serious except passion.” Your primary duty is to associate primarily with people and places and situations that feed your deepest longings.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): “Give up all hope for a better past,” writes Emily Fragos in her poem “Art Brut.” That’s generally sound advice. But I think you may be able to find an exception to its truth in the coming weeks. As you work to forgive those who have trespassed against you, and as you revise your interpretations of bygone events, and as you untie knots that have weighed you down and slowed you up for a long time, you just may be able to create a better past. Dare to believe that you can transform the shape and feel of your memories.

ARIES (March 21-April 19): Is there a patron saint of advertising or a goddess of marketing or a power animal that rules publicity and promotion? If so, I’m going to find out, then pray to them in your behalf. It’s high time for your underappreciated talents and unsung accomplishments to receive more attention. And I am convinced that the astrological moment is ripe for just such a development. Help me out here, Aries. What can you do to get your

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message out better? What tricks do you have for attracting the interest of those who don’t know yet about your wonders?

Polish up your self-presentation, please.

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): During his 67 years of life, Taurus-born Leonardo da Vinci achieved excellence in 12 different fields, from painting to engineering to anatomy. Today he is regarded as among the most brilliant humans who ever lived.

“His genius was so rare and universal that it can be said that nature worked a miracle on his behalf,” said one observer. “He towered above all other artists through the strength and the nobility of his talents,” said another. Yet on his deathbed, Leonardo confessed, “I have offended God and mankind because my work did not reach the quality it should have.” Typical for a Taurus, he underestimated himself! It’s very important that you not do the same, especially in the coming weeks. The time has come for you to give yourself more of the credit and respect you deserve.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Where you have been and what you have done will be of little importance in the coming weeks.

Both your mistakes and your triumphs will be irrelevant. In my estimation, you have a sacred duty to spy on the future and reconnoiter the pleasures and challenges that lie ahead. So I suggest you head off toward the frontier with an innocent gleam in your eye and a cheerful hunger for interesting surprises. How’s your Wildness Quotient?

If it’s in a slump, pump it up.

CANCER (June 21-July 22): Will you ever find that treasured memento you mis-

placed? Is there any chance of reviving a dream you abandoned? You are in a phase when these events are more likely than usual to happen. The same is true about an opportunity that you frittered away or a missing link that you almost tracked down but ultimately failed to secure. If you will ever have any hope of getting another shot at those lost joys, it would be in the coming weeks. For best results, purge the regret and remorse you still feel about the mistakes you think you made once upon a time.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): In the early 1300s, the people of the Mexica tribe had no homeland. They had wandered for centuries through the northern parts of what we now call Mesoamerica. According to legend, that changed in 1323, when their priests received a vision of an eagle eating a snake while perched at the top of a prickly pear cactus. They declared that this was the location of the tribe’s future power spot. Two years later, the prophecy was fulfilled. On an island in the middle of a lake, scouts spied the eagle, snake, and cactus. And that was where the tribe built the town of Tenochtitlan, which ultimately became the center of an empire.

Today that place is called Mexico City.

Have you had an equivalent vision, Leo? If you haven’t yet, I bet you will soon. Go in search of it. Be alert.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): By the end of the 16th century, nutmeg was in high demand throughout Europe. It was valued as a spice, medicine, and preservative. There was only one place in the world where it grew: on the Indonesian island of Run.

The proto-capitalists of the Dutch East India Company gained dominion over Run, and enslaved the local population to work on plantations. They fully controlled the global sale of nutmeg, which allowed them to charge exorbitant prices. But ultimately their monopoly collapsed. Here’s one reason why: Pigeons ate nutmeg seeds on Run, then flew to other islands and pooped them out, enabling plants to grow outside of Dutch jurisdiction. I see this story as an apt metaphor for you in the coming months, Virgo. What’s your equivalent of the pigeons? Can you find unlikely allies to help you evade the controlling force that’s limiting your options? .

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): Have you triggered any brilliant breakthroughs lately?

Have you made any cathartic departures from the way things have always been done? Have you thought so far outside the box that you can’t even see the box any more? Probably not. The last few weeks have been a time of retrenchment and stabilization for you. But I bet you will start going creatively crazy very soon -- and I mean that in the best sense. To ensure maximum health and well-being, you simply must authorize your imagination to leap and whirl and dazzle.

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The cassava plant produces a starchy root that’s used as food by a half billion people all over the planet. No one can simply cook it up and eat it, though. In its raw state, it contains the poisonous chemical cyanide, which must be removed by careful preparation.

An essential first step is to soak it in water for at least 18 hours. I see this process as a

metaphor for the work you have ahead of you, Scorpio. A new source of psychological and spiritual sustenance will soon be available, but you will have to purge its toxins before you can use and enjoy it.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): Italian composer Gioachino Rossini (17921868) didn’t like to work hard, and yet he was also prolific. In fact, his desire to avoid strenuous exertion was an important factor in his abundant output. He got things done fast. His most famous opera, The Barber of Seville, took him just 13 days to finish. Another trick he relied on to reduce his workload was plagiarizing himself. He sometimes recycled passages from his earlier works for use in new compositions. Feeling good was another key element in his approach to discipline. If given a choice, he would tap into his creative energy while lounging in bed or hanging out with his buddies. In the coming weeks, Sagittarius, I recommend you consider strategies like his.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): Each hour of every day, the sun offers us more energy than oil, gas, and coal can provide in an entire year. Sadly, much of our star’s generous gift goes to waste. Our civilization isn’t set up to take advantage of the bounty. Is there a comparable dynamic in your personal life, Capricorn?

Are you missing out on a flow of raw power and blessings simply because you are ignorant of it or haven’t made the necessary arrangements to gather it? If so, now would be an excellent time to change your ways.

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