Coachella Valley Weekly - July 20 to July 26, 2017 Vol. 6 No. 18

coachellavalleyweekly.com • July 20 to July 26, 2017 Vol. 6 No. 18

Back Nine Greens

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Troy Whitford

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Terry Reid

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Jazz At Fantasy Springs

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CONTENTS

2017 CV Music Awards Take 2............. 3 2017 CV Music Awards Lineup............ 3 Alvin Taylor - Lifetime Achievment Award Recipient.................................5 Ronnie & John S. King - Pioneer Award Recipients............................... 5 Scott Reeder & Herb Lienau Trailblazer Award Recipients............ 6 AMP Program - Visionary Award........ 6 Back Nine Greens................................. 7 Troy Whitford....................................... 8 Terry Reid............................................. 9 Jazz At Fantasy Springs ....................... 9 Consider This - Matthew Sweet........ 10 Art Scene - Esther Shaw .................... 11 Pet Place............................................. 12 The Vino Voice ................................... 13 Club Crawler Nightlife....................... 14 Pampered Palate - Masterfish........... 16 Screeners ........................................... 18 Book Review ...................................... 19 Safety Tips ..........................................19 Haddon Libby.................................... 21 Dale Gribow....................................... 21 Sports Scene...................................... 22 Free Will Astrology............................ 23 Ask Jenny........................................... 23 Beauty................................................ 24 Life & Career Coach............................ 24 Backstage Jazz - Art Of Cool.............. 27

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THE 2017 CV MUSIC AWARDS WILL RECOGNIZE THE BEST OF THE VALLEY’S LOCAL MUSICIANS AND BANDS

SUNDAY, JULY 23 @ THE RIVIERA FROM 5PM-9PM. TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE! $25.00 ADVANCE $35.00 AT DOOR.

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he CV Music Awards has been rescheduled from the June 4 date when the power went out at The Riviera to this Sunday, July 23.

This year we have 37 categories in all genres that the valley got to vote on. A total of 43,130 votes were cast.

Not only did we increase the number of categories this year but we also increased the amount of nominees in many of the categories, giving more bands and artists a chance for exposure, to perform and ultimately win an award.

There was a pre-party held at Big Rock Pub on June 2 where 12 categories were announced. Four additional categories were announced at the beginning of the awards show on June 4 at the Riviera before the power went out.

The remaining 21 categories will be given out at the main awards show at The Riviera this Sunday, July 23 along with our special awards: 2 Trailblazer Award recipients (John Stanley King and Ronnie King), 2 Pioneer Award recipients (Scott Reeder

and Herb Lienau), a Lifetime Achievement Award recipient (Alvin Taylor) and a new Visionary Award recipient (the AMP Program). See flyer on page 4 for bands performing and program below for band and awards time slots.

We are also planning a very special VIP after party, which will feature a 40 minute collaboration of several of the rap/hip-hop nominees performing including Million and Albertini, Thr3Strykes with Steven Hall (Drum Hall/Se7en4), followed with a set by DJ Guy Worden and finishing off the night will be Blackwater.

For those who have attended this in the past you know it’s an event not to be missed. So get your tickets now as the VIP party will also have limited tickets this year.

VIP tickets are $50.00 in advance and $65.00 at the door. For tickets call 760-501-6228.

Thank you to our Title Sponsors: Renova Solar and Big Rock Pub. Additional Sponsors: Desert Wraps, Babes Brewhouse, Vektor Vodka, LULU California Bistro, Just Tapas, Giuseppe’s, PSA Organica, SIR,

DarMar Awards, Bryson Backline Studio and Alpha Media (KCLB 93.7).

A huge THANK YOU to our HERO Sponsors: Ken Hanna owner of Big Rock Pub, Vincent Battaglia owner Renova Solar, Julie Montante owner PSA Organica and TK from 93.7 KCLB, and each and every person who contributed to the Generosity Campaign to make these awards happen.

There is still time to donate.

2017 CVMAS BAND AND AWARDS LINE UP

4:30 - Herbert performs in the lobby.

5:00 - Welcome everyone to the 5th Annual CV Music Awards Take 2.

Slim Man performs.

Michael Keeth performs an acoustic tribute to Chris Cornell.

5:15 - Introduction of Bronwyn Ison & Dan Ball as hosts.

5:20 - The Flusters Perform. Nominated in 7 categories including: Best Band, Best Live Performance Band, Best Alternative Rock Band, Dougie VanSant for Best Frontman, Best Male Vocalist, Best Unsigned Album and Mario Estrada for Best Bass.

5:25 - Announce Awards that were already given out on June 2 at Big Rock and June 4 at Riviera: Best Keyboards - Andy Cahan; Best Bass - Brett McLaughlin; Best Reggae - Mikey Reyes; Best R&B - Eevaan Tre; Best Adult Contemporary - Gina Carey; Best Jazz Vocals - Slim Man; Best Jazz Instrumental - Alex Santana; Best Club DJ - DJ Day; Best Individual Instrumental Performance - Chase Huna; Best Instrumental Band - Tribesmen; Best Duo - Michael Keeth & Martin Barrera; Best Club Promoter - (tie)Morgan James & Mr. Miami; Best Local Music Event - Joshua Tree Music Festival; Best New Band - Drop Mob; Best Cover Band - Long Duk Dong; Best Live Performance Venue - (tie) between The Date Shed and Pappy & Harriet’s; Best Event Promoter - BB Ingle. Congratulations to all of you.

5:30 - Lisa & the Gents perform.

Nominated for Best Country Band and Lisa Morgan for Best Female Vocalist, Frontwoman and Promoter.

5:35 - Best Youth Band.

Best Band Photographer.

5:40 - Present the “Pioneer Awards” to Ronnie King and John Stanley King.

5:55 - The Brosquitos perform.

Nominated for Best Youth Band and Best Alternative Band 6:00 - Best Male Vocalist Best Female Vocalist Best Drummer 6:10 - Hollace performs. Nominated for Best Rock Band.

6:15 - Best Alternative Band.

Best Producer.

6:20 - Alex Santana performs. Nominated for Best Guitar and Best Jazz Instrumental.

6:25 - Best Event DJ. Best Guitar.

6:30 - Special “Visionary Award” to the AMP Program.

6:40 - Faults of Andreas perform.

Nominated in a few categories: jimi Fitz for Best Adult Contemporary; Jeff Bowman for Best Drums and Mike Pygmie for Best Guitar.

6:45 - Best Country Band.

Best Live Performance Band.

6:55 - Introduce TK from 93.7 KCLB and Morgan James as hosts of second half of awards.

7:05 - Drop Mob performs. Nominated for Best Metal Band, Best Drummer John Cammacho and Best Frontman Gabe Perez… and already won for Best New Band 7:10 - Best Blues Band.

Best Rap/Hip-Hop. 7:15 - Present the Lifetime Achievement Award to Alvin Taylor.

7:30 - 5th Town performs. Nominated for

Best Band, Best Live Performance Band, Best Female Vocalist & Frontwoman (Chelsea Sugarbritches), Linda Lemke Heinz for Best Flute & Keyboards, Martin Barrera for Best Guitar and Josh Heinz for Male vocalist & Best Frontman in his other band Blasting Echo. The Super group who won the CV Music Showcase Finals this past April.

7:35 - Best Punk Band.

Best Unsigned Album.

7:45 - Rick Shelley performs. Nominated for Best Male Vocalist, Best Country Artist and Best Album for “Hope Wrapped in Razor Wire”.

7:50 - Best Frontwoman.

Best Frontman.

8:00 - Mighty Jack performs. Nominated for Best Rock Band, Charlie Ellis for Best Keyboards, Aaron Ramson for Best Bass and Jeff Bowman for Best Drummer.

8:05 - Present the Trailblazer Award to Scott Reeder.

8:15 - Present the second Trailblazer Award to Herb Lienau.

8:25 - Best Metal Band.

8:35 - The Bermuda performs. Nominated for Best Rap/Hip Hop Band.

8:40 - Best Rock Band.

8:45 - Death in Pretty Wrapping perform.

Nominated for Best New Band, Michael Keeth for Best Male Vocalist, Arthur Seay for Best Guitar and Mike Cancino for Best Drummer.

8:50 - Best Band 8:52 - House of Broken Promises performs. Nominated for Best Metal Band, Best Live Performance Band, Best Drummer and Best Guitar.

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HEARTBEAT LIKE A DRUM: A CONVERSATION WITH 2017 CV MUSIC AWARDS LIFETIME ACHIEVMENT AWARD RECIPIENT ALVIN TAYLOR

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t the ripe age of five, prodigy Alvin Taylor began what would become his lifelong passion: playing the drums.

Less than a decade later, Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Little Richard heard Taylor playing by chance at the Biltmore hotel where Taylor bussed tables, and to make a long and incredible story short, insisted he become his band leader.

This was no ordinary 18-piece orchestra that Alvin Taylor led. This one boasted Jimi Hendrix on guitar and Billy Preston playing the organ.

Thus Taylor’s professional career commenced.

With such accomplishments under his belt as opening for Elvis Presley, playing in the Eric Burdon Band (of the band War), playing on the first ever airing of Saturday Night Live back in 1975, living with ex-Beatle George Harrison in his castle to play on his album Thirty Three &1/3, and playing drums on albums of more talented and famed musicians than we can name for the sake of brevity, Alvin Taylor’s life sounds less like the story of a Palm Springs native who grew up on an Indian reservation and more like the imaginings of a creative child conjuring up their dream life as a drummer. As we count down the days until we award him with the Lifetime Achievement award at the CV Music Awards this Sunday, July 23 at the Riviera, here is how that five-year old banging on his drum kit became the legend we all know and revere.

CVW: Why drums?

Alvin Taylor: “There’s something about the thunderous sound of drums that seems to be linked directly to my heartbeat. For me, it’s truly a heartfelt instrument.”

CVW: How did you find your way to playing with Little Richard at age 14?

AT: “I happened to be working as a busboy at The Biltmore Hotel, and occasionally, I would jam with the band called The Soul Patrol. One night, Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis, Jr., Little Richard and Billy Preston all walked in together and grabbed a table up front near the band

while I was playing. Frank Sinatra and Little Richard seemed to be excited, pointing and making gestures towards me. Apparently they liked seeing and hearing me perform. This was abundantly confirmed when a man named Candi Hunter met me in the kitchen and said that Little Richard wanted to meet me. The next thing I know, I was face to face with Little Richard, and him asking questions about my age and how he could reach my mother. He told me he wanted me to be his drummer. Next thing I know, to make a long story short, is I ended up in Las Vegas as Little Richard’s band leader, with an 18 piece orchestra, with Jimi Hendrix playing guitar and Billy Preston playing organ, and of course, with Little Richard playing piano and our lead singer. We were the opening act for Elvis Presley at The International Hotel in Las Vegas. That was the beginning of many doors that opened for me.”

CVW: Can you tell me about one of your most impactful early experiences with players like Little Richard, Jimi Hendrix, Elton John, and Eric Burdon?

AT: “The most impactful experience that I had was with George Harrison of The Beatles, recording the album titled, THIRTY-THREE AND A THIRD, while staying in his castle at Friar Park, Henley on Thames. He was the most amazing person that I ever met.

Then, I would also have to say another great experience of mine was working with Eric Burdon, performing live on The Midnight Special and Don Kirshner’s Rock Concert, touring the U.S. and Europe. Eric taught me a lot about performing live, how to get the audience’s attention while performing live.

Another impactful experience was performing with Billy Preston on the very first Saturday Night Live, with George Carlin as the host in 1974.”

CVW: What are some of the main principles you’ve learned over the years regarding being

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music in the 1930’s and 1940’s in town before it was even popular. They were playing country clubs when the first country clubs were just being built. Our grandfathers would play the OLPH Catholic Church and Knights of Columbus parties, way before there were generator parties. We were fortunate to follow in their footsteps and to follow this music path in general.”

MJ: What other influences did you have growing up and how did your careers differ from those of your grandparents and parents?

What gigs did you play?

JSK: “We had one grandfather on each side playing out here; one a hillbilly and one a jazz dude. We ended up in the middle though, I think, with our music. Ronnie got more into the punk stuff, but my era was more Led Zepplin, Allman Brothers, Steve Miller, and Santana. I graduated Indio High School in 1976. I was able to survive through all of the disco and electronic music though and continue to play.”

RK: “At that time our parents would take John to see John McCormick in a club in Indio.

Our only representation of Hollywood was Sinatra and all that. I used to watch Gloria Greer

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part of the music industry for those looking to make a career in music today?

AT: “One of the main principles that I’ve learned is to encourage anyone and everyone who has a desire to make music their lifetime career. Whether they sing out of key, or play out of tune, they may one day become the best artist that planet earth has ever known.

So basically, I’ve learned to be nice and kind to everybody because one day, when I don’t have a job, that person might hire me!”

CVW: Can you tell me about the work you are doing with music kids in our community?

AT: “I spend a lot of time working with students because I believe kids are our future.

And if I could share with them some of the things I’ve learned, they have a better chance at developing those skills and techniques at an early age.”

CVW: Tell me about your nomination for the star on the Palm Springs Walk of Fame.

AT: “First of all, it’s not a nomination. It was a unanimous vote of approval by the Palm Springs Walk of Stars board of directors to have me inducted into the Palm Springs Walk of Stars.

With much encouragement by my friends Shirley Evaro and the Evaro family and Billy Steinberg, who are local celebrities and have stars on the

JOHN STANLEY KING AND RONNIE KING: PIONEER AWARD RECIPIENTS AT THE 2017 CV MUSIC AWARDS

rothers, John Stanley King and Ronnie King, are celebrated musicians and music industry professionals who are being given the Pioneer Award at The 2017 CV Music Awards at The Riviera in Palm Springs Sunday, July 23. Born into a musical family, the pair has embraced the opportunity to learn the business and perform regularly in the Coachella Valley in its own infancy, blazing a trail of success along the way. Though greatly accomplished in their careers individually, both John and Ronnie are adamant to see young musicians follow and succeed in their musical ambitions. I spoke with the King brothers about the Coachella Valley as it was, as it has become, and what it means to be honored with a Pioneer Award.

MJ: Tell me what it means to be recognized as two of Coachella Valley’s pioneers in music?

RK: “I was shocked. Being a pioneer sounds like you are old and I just cut my hair and let it go grey so… man, that hits home. Seriously though, my brother and I have been talking about this award and what it means and it really is such a huge privilege for our whole family. Both of my grandfather’s came out to the desert and played

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Walk of Stars, and continued to encourage me to have a star, I consented to do so.”

CVW: Let me know about other upcoming projects or events you might want to mention in this.

AT: “I have developed a very close relationship and ties with my friend the famed and legendary producer Ronnie King. He and I have a partnership together where we do artist’s development. Unfortunately today, record companies don’t do artist’s development anymore. Ronnie and I have both agreed that this is a missing ingredient in the music industry. Back in the day artists were thoroughly developed for the task of entertaining and we believe that it should be the same today. I recently completed an album with Rick Plester who had a band called Black Symphony with former lead singer Blaze Bayley for Iron Maiden, A.J. Pero, drummer with Twisted Sister, who is now deceased and John Moyer, bass player with one of the world’s most famous bands, Disturbed. Rick Plester and I have an album coming out this summer called The Trees. I’m in the studio currently producing Ty Brody, known as The King’s Son, from Antigua, who I met in the Caribbean. We became close friends and are now working together. I am doing a benefit show for the Palm Springs Historical Society titled, ‘A Night with Alvin Taylor.’ This show will be presented in January of 2018. Tickets for the event will be announced. We will also be putting on a show to raise funds for the ceremony and maintenance of my star. And there are many other ongoing projects with many artists and producers.”

We are honored to celebrate this esteemed and insanely talented musician on Sunday at the CV Music Awards Ceremony. We’ll close with some parting wisdom from the man himself – sing out of key, play your instrument out of tune, but sing, and play. You never know, one day you might get to hire Alvin Taylor to play drums for you.

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and think ‘Wow! What a glorious lady on TV.’ My sister got me on keys before I had any official lessons, but Scott Smith was one of my mentors here in the desert and John Buchino. My first paying job was at El Morocco Hotel playing with my brother, John, and Bill Ferguson. I was in high school so I had to get a note that I could even play in the bar and my dad had to go with me.

Crazy though that I easily made $300 per week.

We used to set up on a Tuesday night and play until the weekend. At that time a musician could make a great living working regularly. We played at the Amigo Room in Indio when Baby Budda used to play and we would pick up his off nights.

We would actually get in John’s truck and play at the North Shore Yacht Club at the Salton Sea and play the Friday and Saturday night parties. Three would sit in the front and then I’d be in the truck bed with the equipment. The Iron Gate Club up 74 was a great place and we played 5 nights per week where all our friends would come and hang out in the parking lot afterward.”

MJ: Where did you each go from there?

RK: “John toured with Fred Waring after all that. We both went through his workshop one summer and we were studying under him, especially John. I’ll never forget the big tour bus rolling up to the house and all the people dressed up and my folks made dinner for them.

I got picked up to play at the Canyon Hotel at age 18 or 19, 5 nights per week. That was with Frankie Ford. Then we toured around. I played with John McCormick a couple seasons as well on all the major party days, but right about then I didn’t like playing on holidays; my poor wife who was my girlfriend at the time, coming to all of my shows on Thanksgiving and the like. In the desert you could make money playing music, you just had to figure it out. Only a few booking agents were around and we used to play a lot of private continue to page 6

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parties. It was shocking the amount of money we were making. All the hotels were just being built and hiring musicians for parties. I rebelled against the desert though, thinking I needed to be bigger, I was going to make records in Los Angeles. You have to have drive. Obviously I did play on and produce a lot of records, and now in the movies and being an entrepreneur, and you know, the rest is history. I have been in and out of the desert and L.A. and all over the world ever since.”

www.coachellavalleyweekly.com JSK: “Now I’m at this place called Vicky’s of Santa Fe and I have been getting this great rush of people coming out to see us play with sold out shows every Friday through the season.”

MJ: Tell me what advice you’d have for up and coming artists and those who are looking to work in the music business?

RK: “What’s great about these types of awards is that amongst their peers they are acknowledged. I suggest and direct the young musicians, but not tell them. They have to make the decision. I don’t have a crystal ball as to what

path will work for them. It is so fun working with younger bands though. Stick with it and learn about the business aspect too, so you can be competitive in the world. I would most like to see the establishments support music and have club owners go the extra mile for the artists and invest in them.”

JSK: “I would say that if you are trying to make it in music you need to choose your direction and go for it 120%. It was important for me to be able to make a living playing music. I didn’t want to starve for ten years making an album and hope

to make it. Are you going to have a house and not travel and play locally? Or are you going to tour and try to get your videos seen by a million people? I have two kids so I am lucky to play 5 or 6 nights per week and still be able to raise my kids, but have musical gratification. I go at it on a small level. If I can sing to someone one night at the club and they love my original music, then that is just as great as having that MTV music video. Ronnie on the other hand, is always on the go, that’s what he likes. We are fortunate to be doing what we love.”

2017 CV MUSIC AWARDS TRAILBLAZER AWARD RECIPIENTS SCOTT REEDER & HERB LIENAU

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Scott Thomas Reeder will be receiving the 2017 Trailblazer Award at this year’s Coachella Valley Music Awards. Reeder is the ultimate bass player who happens to hail from the desert. He plays his guitar left-handed using a left-handed bass with the strings inverted. Reeder was a member of Kyuss from 1992-1995. He was also a member of the groups Subservice, Dead Issue, Target 13, Across The River, The Obsessed, Nebula and Unida. In addition, he’s a worldrenowned producer working with the likes of Dali’s Llama and Orange Goblin at his studio, The Sanctuary, located on his property. He currently plays in rock-bottom missionaries Fireball Ministry and blended bashers Sun & Sail Club.

Coachella Valley Weekly is honored to award Reeder, who is busier than ever. “I’m up to my ears with stuff right now with deadlines looming over the next few days on the Fireball Ministry recording, album artwork, amongst all kinds of other stuff,” shared Reeder.

We reached out to some of his friends to share their thoughts on him receiving this award.

Mario Lalli (Fatso Jetson, Across the River, Yawning Man): “Scott’s one of those rare natural born talents that shows itself very early in complex insights into composition and melody, harmony, rhythm, dynamics at 14/15 years old.

When we started playing together, Scott was on drums back then. While we were playing simple punk rock ideas he was always really breaking it

down and developing ideas making it progress.

As a bass player, later on, and as a composer, he really was a true individual with a focused talent and vision. The heavy grooving improvs and jamming in Across the River and later KYUSS, was fundamentally Scott. He brought that and brought it with amazing swing and heft; a grooving wall of thunder.”

The Reverend James A. Rota II (Fireball Ministry): “In a time when playing musical instruments has become passé, Scott remains a trailblazer not only for his playing, but also for his love of music. That is apparent in his entire catalog and I have witnessed it first-hand, most recently completing an album that included collaborating with him as a songwriter. Scott is one of the last true masters of his instrument and to quote Alice Cooper, “We’ve still got a long way to go!”

Bob Balch (Fu Manchu, Sun & Sail Club): “I was always a fan of his playing. I even tried to sneak into Irvine Meadows when KYUSS opened for DANZIG and WHITE ZOMBIE. My friends and I were caught during Reeder’s set so I never got to see them play. Fast forward, like 20 years, and I got to jam and record with him in SUN AND SAIL CLUB. He pounds the shit out of his bass when the time is right. Or he is super melodic and finds pockets I didn’t even think about. Not to mention it’s all upside down which gives him a sound that sticks out on every record he plays on. Tone for days as well! The only thing that parallels his massive bass tone is his heart. Reeder is the real deal. Dude rules and I’m stoked to be a part of his musical journey.”

The Hellions: “Scott Reeder is deserving of this award not only for his musical prowess, his pivotal role in the desert scene and knack for bass playing mastery but also for the imprint that he has left on the global music scene as a producer, engineer and how he captures the fireworks of the bands that he and his wife, Renee, graciously host in his Banning studio, The Sanctuary. When the

AMP PROGRAM TO BE AWARDED THE FIRST EVER “VISIONARY AWARD” AT THE 2017 CV MUSIC AWARDS

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t is with pride, respect, and admiration that we will be awarding the staff and creators of the AMP program this year’s first ever “Visionary Award” at the CV Music Awards on Sunday, July 23 at the Riviera Resort in Palm Springs.

With music programs disappearing at an alarming rate in our schools, more and more every year, having the AMP program here in the desert has given our youth the opportunity to learn and perform music under the tutelage of an amazing staff/board of directors, teachers and creators that include:

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Board of Directors: Roman Whittaker, Chairman of the Board; Kate Spates, Program Director; Cherise Sonderman, Administrative Director; Maria Wren, Director; Greg Vincent, Director; Ryan Wilson, Director; Clayton Baldwin, Director.

Staff: Bob Hamilton, Music Director; Will Sturgeon, Music Director; Camille Arujo, Community Relations.

A special shout out to Goldenvoice for supporting this venture from the beginning through the CVCT Trust.

Hellions recorded there in 2015, we were treated with mutual respect and hospitality, making it a truly awesome and creative experience. Also, Scott’s input into our recording was a refreshing and collaborative bonus for us, as we are not only fellow musicians and Coachella Vall-ians but also longtime fans of his contribution to the massive and diverse musical footprint within this desert.

In short, Scott Reeder kicks some major rock n’ roll ass and we are stoked for his acceptance of this well-deserved Trailblazer award!”

HERB LIENAU Herb Lienau is one of the desert music originators. As Herbert he continues to push the boundaries of music and performance art.

Lienau has his own take on what it means to be a Trailblazer. “It means I’m old and had fun creating music and did not manage to kill myself along the way, despite myself.” Lienau has played with many of the early desert rock innovators and he’s been in bands like Dead Issue, Half Astro and Del Padres. We are privileged to celebrate what Lienau has provided us and look forward to what he has in store next. Congratulations on receiving the 2017 Trailblazer Award Herb!

The Hellions: “Herb Lienau has helped The Hellions grow and become who we are today, as musicians and live performers. We grew up listening to Decon and many of us cite that band as an influence. Then we cut our teeth performing on the same bill in many local venues with his

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other band, Half Astro. He has always been a face that the local music scene is familiar with and a voice that has been congratulatory and at the same time critical of us as a band. That is rare; someone in the music scene or a peer who takes the time to inform us of both our glories and our missteps. And now, Herb is gracing us with his alter-ego, Herbert, an avant-garde performance artist with a knack for tickling the ivories with disturbing yet entertaining earworms that harken back to the days of vaudevillian and schlocky horror tunes. Herb deserves this Trailblazer award as a dynamic entity that understands and also embodies the postmodern condition of entertainment and performance. On behalf of the Hellions, we say, “Congratulations, Herb, and thanks for all that you have done for us!”

Sean Wheeler (Throw Rag): “Herb has a pop sensibility he brought to songs early on and a ‘devil may care’ attitude that is and was important when punking out. He loved and gave himself 100% to the alchemy of the spells he cast through vibrations and sound and was willing to mess the recipes of that which had come before in the darkest realms of light.”

Zach Huskey (Dali’s Llama): “Herb Lienau is a great guitarist, singer, keyboardist, but MOST impressively, he is a songwriter. When we were teenagers in the eighties, Herb wrote, played in, and fronted punk rock bands. I did the same thing in garage rock bands, but Herb was the only songwriter in the desert that I felt I had to keep up with. I felt that he was my competition and that because of him I had to be a better songwriter. Herb is above all else a creative being. You may be the best musician around, but you cannot do what Herb does, and that is write, create, and perform ‘Herb music’. Now that is an artist, and that is what real artists do right? I am proud of him and I am privileged that he is my friend. Because of Herb, we all know that “Right’s Right!” and also to be a little leery around creepy, old men who play the piano in pizza joints.”

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SUCCESS IN THE CV: BACK NINE GREENS CELEBRATES 20 YEARS “

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he Coachella Valley has been an ideal place to raise our family and grow our business,” said Dominic Nappi, President, Back Nine Greens. “We could not have chosen a better place to live and work.”

Back Nine Greens is a premier quality synthetic turf design and installation company headquartered in Palm Desert.

Once prevalent mainly at miniature golf courses, mobile home parks and cheap motels, artificial turf has come a long, long way.

Now, synthetic lawns are designed and sculpted with varying heights, thicknesses and colors that look so natural and beautiful, the only give-away may be its perfection. This has made imitation grass more popular than ever!

“Since we started in this business we have seen the materials really improve,” said Hollee Nappi, Vice President, Back Nine Greens. “It’s environmentally friendly, it’s permeable, and the blades are flexible and soft. It looks good, and feels like a natural lawn.”

Back Nine Greens does business all over the country, designing and installing putting greens, golf courses, athletic fields, city medians, front and back yards, kennels, dog runs, and beautiful turf-scapes worthy of Architectural Digest. The company has done distinguished work in Cleveland, Augusta, Nashville, Sarasota and Charlotte to name a few prominent US cities.

This month, Back Nine Greens celebrates 20 years in business. With a stellar reputation and impeccable work ethic, it is recognized as the top synthetic turf company in California and it all began here in the Coachella Valley.

Two decades ago, the husband and wife team made their home and office in a family vacation condo. They used the dinning room table for workspace and the small garage served to store materials.

The same week the Nappis launched their business; they also had their second son.

After a few years, the couple bought a home in a brand new development in the quickly expanding City of La Quinta – where they still reside.

“During the first five years, we did it all from home,” said Hollee. “We rented storage space for the rolls of fabric [turf] and we answered the phone like we were in an office.”

In the beginning, Back Nine Greens mainly installed small backyard putting greens here in the valley and around Southern California. Business was generated through word-of-mouth, referrals and their growing reputation for excellence. At the start, there was only one other local company installing artificial turf.

“We were fortunate that so many of our customers had second homes,” said Hollee. “They enjoyed their synthetic lawn or putting green here in the valley, and wanted the same thing or something different at their primary residence.”

Today, Back Nine Greens boasts an impressive clientele that includes a roster of A-list movie stars and fortune 500 companies. They now offer a new “Luxury Division.” The company averages six installs a week, and are frequently hired to repair and replace badly installed, low-grade materials for homeowners, businesses and municipalities.

“We are the Rolls Royce of the synthetic turf business,” said Hollee. “Whether it’s a big job or small, we only use the best materials. We have the most experience and the finest installers hands-down.

Our reputation is good because we do an excellent job, guarantee our work and are here to honor our warranty.”

Over the last two decades, Back Nine Greens has experienced boom-times as well as major challenges.

“After 9/11, people weren’t traveling out of the country. Many chose to vacation

at home,” said Hollee. “Instead of putting in pools, people wanted putting greens and great backyards that the whole family could enjoy together.”

This was good for Back Nine Greens.

But, with so much demand, it generated new start-ups and encouraged other turf companies to come to the CV and enter the market.

“Plumbers, gardeners and general contractors started to put in turf,” said Hollee. “A lot of the new-comers were not licensed or bonded, and most were inexperienced and unfamiliar with the materials and installation requirements.”

Many of those turf businesses have since left the valley, quit or changed names because they were unable to guarantee their product, work or honor their warranty.

In 2008, Back Nine Greens faced new challenges. The construction industry came to a halt. To endure the hard times and keep their employees, the Nappis worked diligently to seek out new clients and expand the business.

Gregg Photias, Vice President of Sales, started with Back Nine Greens during the recession. Married with two children who recently left the nest, Photias feels he and his family are a part of the Back Nine Greens extended family.

“Dominic is a great cook,” said Photias.

“He and Hollee have lavish BBQs at their home for all the employees and their families.”

Dominic is known to work hard, and play hard.

“They’re a good team,” said Photias.

“Their energy and attitude definitely trickles down. Hollee works meticulously behind the scenes and Dominc is a real A-type personality. He’s always looking for ways to up the game. He’s willing to take risks and innovate the business. He never leaves a job until it’s perfect. That’s how we’ve earned our pedigree.”

At its largest, Back Nine Greens had over 70 fulltime employees with four

showrooms and several warehouses across the state.

“The first ten years we had to educate the public about synthetic turf,” said Hollee.

“Now, artificial grass is not just in backyards anymore, so more people are seeing firsthand how great it looks. They’ve touched it and walked across it somewhere. And because of the resent California drought restrictions, people finally have an understanding of the value and benefits of installing synthetic lawns.”

Growing a successful company that lasts decades requires flexibility, hubris and stellar business acumen. With intensifying government regulations, Back Nine Greens has had to constantly adjust its business practices to stay competitive.

Today, Back Nine Greens has 20 fulltime employees. Instead of layoffs or firing employees, the Nappis helped their installers and builders start their own companies, which Back Nine Greens hires as subcontractors.

As a couple sharing the burden of creating and running a business together, it has required extra effort to keep the family and marriage functioning and happy. They not only successfully built a company over the last twenty years, but also raised two sons who are now in college.

“For sure it hasn’t always been easy,” said Hollee. “But, we’ve made it work. We’re fortunate that our skills are opposites.

Dominic loves meeting the clients and being in the field. I enjoy the marketing and the finance side.”

A handsome couple, Dominic and Hollee do little self-promotion. They have billboards on the main highways and run local commercials, which sometimes include them, but mostly they keep a low profile.

Dominic is gregarious, generous and kind. Hollee is thoughtful, reserved, but always ready to laugh.

When they’re not working to better their business, the Nappis enjoy their family and love to travel.

The Nappis came to the CV with an idea and they found a growing, prosperous community where they could turn their dreams into a reality.

“We’ve been very lucky,” said Dominic.

“We have great people working for us.

We’ve shared good times and bad, and seen our employees’ the kids grow up.

We’re a big family. And living and working here in the Coachella Valley has made that possible.”

Back Nine Greens has a new showroom at 74200 Hwy 111 at the corner of El Paseo in Palm Desert. The grand opening and 20 year celebration will be held in the fall so their many clients and friends can attend.

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LOCAL MUSICIAN PROFILE

BY TRACY DIETLIN

TROY WHITFORD: ONE BADASS, BUSY DRUMMER

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roy Whitford is one of the most in demand drummers in the Coachella Valley. He currently is a member of alternative rock band 5th Town and punk/ metal band Throw the Goat and was formerly in punk band The Sweat Act. All it takes is watching Whitford perform live one time with any of these bands to see why he was nominated for Best Drummer for a CV Music Award. Both of Whitford’s bands are also nominated in a slew of categories including Best Band (5th Town) and Best Punk Band (Throw the Goat). This past April, 5th Town won the CV Weekly Music Showcase landing them $1500.00 cash, a photo shoot, studio time with Ronnie King and a video shoot with Chip Miller, which they will be working on this summer. Throw the Goat recently returned from a tour of the US and the UK. You can catch 5th Town performing at the CV Music Awards this Sunday, July 23. Whitford took time out of his busy schedule to answer a few questions for us.

CVW: Where were you born and raised?

Troy Whitford: “I was born in Glendale, CA and came to Palm Desert when I was about 12 years old. Once high school came around, I ended up in the high desert of Hesperia, CA. After high school, I got a hair up my ass and moved to New Mexico for 6 years, best experience of my life. I moved back to Palm Desert about 5 years ago.”

CVW: How old were you when you first started playing the drums?

TW: “I’ve been messing around with drums and percussion ever since I could remember.

I was actually that kid playing pots, pans, and bowls with tooth brushes, no kidding.

However, I got my first drum set from my pops when I was 16. It was a burgundy Sunlite.”

CVW: Do you play other instruments?

TW: “Nope. The Drums have always been my main squeeze. I like to play around with other instruments (In the privacy of my home) mostly for inspiration. I’ve never had any real formal training so I mostly play by guess and check. When I lived in New Mexico, I was all about Bob Dylan, so naturally I started writing songs on the guitar and Harmonica for a short period. Good times.”

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CVW: What was the first band you played

TW: “Hours after getting my first drum set I started a band with an old friend (guitar player) in his mom’s garage in Palm Desert CC. We were called ‘The Anthropoids’ and we never played a show. We were a punk band with a female vocalist and bass player, I can’t remember how any of the songs went.”

CVW: How long have you been in Throw the Goat? How long have they been together?

TW: “They are 6 years strong. It’ll be a year in October for me and what a year it has been.”

CVW: How did it come about?

TW: “I met Throw The Goat at The 8th Annual Autism Benefit at Schmidy’s Tavern, but I just missed their performance. My wife/ agent Caleb… I guess, lost her mind after they played, so when I showed up she couldn’t introduce us to each other quick enough. So we started setting shows up together in the desert while I was playing with The Sweat Act, every show was better than the next, I became a huge fan. About two years later at The Hood, I ran into Puke (Guitar/Vox) and Mike (Bass/ Vox) just after their last tour. Puke cornered Caleb and I and began his proposition, I knew after his first sentence what he was getting at, however, I put my poker face on and listened to his 15 minute set up before he asked if I wanted to join Throw The Goat (while Caleb and I looking back and forth at each other like, is this really happening). I asked, ‘Does the Pope wear a funny hat?’”

CVW: How long have you been in 5th Town? How did that come about?

TW: “I’ve been in 5th Town for almost 2 years now. One day Marcus (Johnny Sugarbritches) came up to me and said that Chelsea’s new band was looking for a full time drummer. At the time, Mr. Josh Fimbres from Thr3 Strykes was drumming for them, but he was really busy with Thr3 Strykes. So I thought I’d complicate my life a bit more by joining another band. I messaged Chelsea and asked if I could try out for 5th Town, and she replied…’Does the Pope wear a funny hat?’”

CVW: You just recently went on tour with Throw the Goat. How many cities did you go to and where?

TW: “Bullhead City, AZ - Albuquerque, NM - Denver, CO - Lawrence, KS - Des Moines, IA -Milwaukee, WI - Chicago, IL - Akron, OHBuffalo, NY - Leeds, England - Durham, England -Edinburgh, Scotland - Birmingham, England - Nottingham, England - London, England -Providence, RI - Florence, MA - New London, CT - Boston, MA - Brooklyn, NY - Washington, DC - Richmond, VA - Charlotte, NC - Nashville, TN - Louisville, KY - St Louis, MO – Oklahoma City, OK - Santa Fe, NM - Tempe, AZ- Palm Desert, CA….so that’s, 30 dates, 6 weeks and 10,000 miles. It was an epic grind.”

CVW: Of all the cities you went to which one was your favorite to visit? Favorite to perform in?

TW: “Edinburgh Scotland hands down, we got to spend about 4 days there. So we kicked around the pubs, the castles and just roamed the streets. We stayed in an awesome hostile

next to an old cemetery and experienced some spooky stuff. Akron, Ohio was my favorite show from the tour, and I think I can speak for the rest of the guys on this matter. It was a basement show at this queen bee punk rock chick’s house; they gave us the royal treatment. The scene is out of this world in Akron, I can’t wait to go back.”

CVW: Was this your first time being in Europe? What were your feelings about the different cultures?

TW: “It was. I love the culture out in the UK, it all just makes more sense to me. The terminology is simpler, the public transportation rules, and their drinking culture is strong. The people were kind and were never hesitant to help us Yankees. The history out there is mind blowing, it really gives you a sense of how young the states are in comparison.”

CVW: With all the bombings and terrorism going on were you concerned about traveling out of the US? TW: “A little, we figured that it wouldn’t affect us. Mike and Puke didn’t have any trouble getting in, BUT me, I got the third degree. I can go on about the stupid questions they were asking me, but the truth is that after the plane ride I was half drunk, half asleep and 8 hours without a smoke. It might have seemed worse and longer in my mind, but the memory of crossing into the UK now was nothing short of a nightmare.”

CVW: What is the hardest part of touring?

And what is the best part” TW: “Finding a floor to sleep on, but we were very fortunate this trip in that department. Most of the bands came through for us by finding places for us to crash; we slept in some strange places. BEST part was playing the shows and seeing the sights! But, mostly the shows were the high lights. It just seemed to get better and better.”

CVW: How did the band finance the tour?

TW: “Band fund from merchandise, shows, ticket sales etc. Everything we do is completely DIY, so whatever is made by the band goes right back into the band.”

CVW: Did you just recently get an endorsement for drum sticks?

TW: “Hell yeah, XCEL Drumsticks. Puke hooked me up with the endorsement, like

they say, it’s not what you know but who. I’ve broken two pairs since April, longest lasting sticks I’ve ever played with!” (selfless plug) CVW: You currently play drums in Throw the Goat and 5th Town and formerly did with Sweat Act. What is it like performing in 3 bands that are so much different?

TW: “It’s like listening to a playlist on your computer, one genre comes on and you react one way, then another genre comes on and you react another. Does that make sense? It did in my head. I just love so many different types of music that it just seems natural to go from one to the other. The biggest help is that I love all my bandmates like family, and we treat each other as equals. I’m pretty sure that I’m the youngest member in each band, so I’m grateful that they took me in as their own and have shared their musical talents with me; I’ve learned so much from them.”

CVW: Does it help you to keep from getting bored?

TW: “Definitely, but I like being bored.”

CVW: Who are your drumming influences?

TW: “Bill Stevenson (Descendents) and David Garibaldi (Tower of Power) mostly; besides that, anything funky, punky, and original influences me.”

CVW: Who are your all-time 3 favorite bands?

TW: “NOFX, Propagandhi, Tower of Power.”

CVW: What band would you most like to open for?

TW: “Probably Every Time I Die, a metal core band from Buffalo, NY.” CVW: What band do you listen to that people would be the most surprised to hear?

TW: “From experience, it’s gonna be Tower of Power, some people look at me sideways when I tell them that TOP is one of my favorite bands. You gotta have soul, with a capital S.” CVW: What local band do you most respect and why?

TW: “I’d have to say The Hellions. Not only are they some of the coolest guys I’ve meet, and are one of the raddest bands in the desert, but they are the most persistent band around.

They’ve been kicking ass for so long, putting out records, and playing shows for years. It’s kinda hard not to respect that as a musician.”

CVW: What shows do you have coming up with Throw the Goat? And 5th Town?

TW: “This summer 5th Town is getting ready for the studio, and shooting a music video, so we’ll be keeping shows to a minimum to focus on that. Our next show is at The CVMA’s July 23rd, Willie Boy’s Aug 19th and The Hard Rock Sept 29th. Throw The Goat just played The Void in San Bernardino on July 14th, and now we’ll be focusing on our new LP. CVW: Anything else you want to share?

TW: “Being part of this music community here in the desert has been an honor and life changing experience. I’d like to thank all the fans and music lovers who make what we all do a reality; and You and Phil for your unbiased support, and hard work for all of us here in the desert. I’ve always said that music is a marathon, not a sprint. Long hours of behind the scenes work, networking, perseverance and practice, practice, practice. Stay humble, keep positive and be kind.”

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BY LISA MORGAN

SUPER LUNGS, TERRY REID & FRIENDS, LIVE AT PAPPY AND HARRIET’S SATURDAY, JULY 22ND AT 9 PM. $15 COVER.

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f I were to write a colorful tale of a boisterous yet tender hearted gypsy who traveled the world singing fantastic tales about adventures with famous pirates, vampires, champion sword wielders and muses, it would probably capture more accurately the essence of the true-life adventures of Terry Reid, aka Super Lungs. There is plenty of press coverage on the man starting as early as age 15 when he was the opening act for the Rolling Stones, touring with them for two years during the "British Invasion." More recently was the article published by the Washington Post, telling the world about a collection of precious guitars that Reid was unable to get out of hock, immediately followed by details of Reid working out a guitar part in Johnny Depp’s kitchen for a song to be recorded with Aerosmith’s Joe Perry.

The published biographies, articles and written accounts of Reid’s vital part in bringing the world renowned band Led Zeppelin together with legendary singer, Robert Plant, are fairly accurate, but not nearly as incredible as the whole truth. As one who has tried to capture the essence of this chromatic soul and his life’s work in more than one article, I promise you this; you will probably never come face to face with another human form full of more historical, firsthand, music experience earned during an era music will never see again and will forever long for. If you do, you will not likely find one that is willing to talk to you and treat you as a friend, ever so gracious for your interest in his stories and music.

The first time I heard Reid play live was at a rehearsal for a show for which I was beyond thrilled to participate in as backing vocalist. He

was friendly, light hearted and jovial, seemingly unaware of the scent of legend that surrounded him. He set the entire room at ease, as he usually does. Introductions fell into questions about my personal experience, followed by an unexpected, authentically gracious appreciation for it. With his kind compliments regarding my voice, Super Lungs breathed confidence into my feelings of inadequacy, ultimately bringing out the best I had to offer during our rehearsal and ultimate show. Banter gently folded into his firsthand accounts with music legends, told quite matter-of-factly, always punctuated with a hearty laugh. Years later, it still astonishes me how he always tells these stories from the perspective of a humble admirer. He’s not name dropping; he is simply sharing fond memories from a seemingly unending supply of a life with his friends and heroes.

Then it happened; he sat down on the sofa, picked up his guitar, held it like an old friend and began to play. It was riveting. It didn’t matter that this was just a rehearsal; he was in love and he was all in, and the simplest of chord changes reflected the depth of it. Every run through each song was delivered tirelessly, without restraint. From the soul melting depth of sound that came from the man and his acoustic guitar in the most casual of settings, it was clear; Terry Reid had likely never phoned in a rehearsal much less a performance for a paying audience, and he never would.

A fantastic cast of characters has regularly surrounded Reid, some appointed while others just show up spontaneously. I don’t expect that to be any different at the worldrenowned Pappy and Harriet’s stage. Saturday,

ALL THAT JAZZ

BY TRICIA WITKOWER

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ince March, Fantasy Springs Resort Casino hosts exciting live jazz series every fourth Sunday of the month in their 12th Floor Cocktail Lounge & Wine Bar. Jazz at the 12th Floor Lounge’s July installment features husband and wife duo, Joe Bagg and Gina Saputo. They chatted with us ahead of their July 23rd performance.

Where did your love and passion for music come from?

JB: My grandfather was a Swing-era musician in the scene in Detroit and raised a family doing that. My mom and dad say at a very early age I displayed an interest in music, and they were supportive, getting me piano lessons, etc.

GS: I fell in love with music as a child in Oregon. We were always listening to music and singing and my Dad led the praise band at church. I caught it from my parents. I think it’s contagious! We were raised in a very artistic culture. I was surrounded by art & music and my curiosity was nurtured.

What initially got you interested in the jazz genre and who have been your biggest influences?

JB: The fun factor - in jazz you’re constantly varying and playing with fresh ways of interpreting the music in the moment.

July 22, Pappy and Harriet’s will present this troubadour with a stellar coalition of players.

I urge you to be there. You cannot soak up the gems Reid can offer through written or recorded accounts, nor can you predict what will pour out of his incredibly tenured band.

Scheduled to join Reid on drums will be none other than Dan Lanois. Lanois has released several albums of his own work, but is best known for producing albums for Bob Dylan, Neil Young, Peter Gabriel, Emmylou Harris, Willie Nelson, Brandon Flowers and others. Lanois also collaborated with Brian Eno producing several albums for U2, including the multiplatinum The Joshua Tree and Achtung Baby.

Three albums produced or co-produced by Lanois have won a Grammy Award for Album of the Year. Four other albums received Grammy nominations. Lanois also wrote and performed the music for Billy Bob Thornton’s film Sling Blade (1996).

Influences include Wynton Kelly, Herbie Hancock, Keith Jarrett, Sonny Rollins, Charlie Parker, Charlie Haden, Jim Hall, John Scofield, Billy Higgins and Paul Motian.

GS: My dad would listen to jazz in his studio and one day I heard him listening to something that blew my mind. It was Carmen McRae. I loved the freedom that she had with the phrasing, expression and the melody. From then on, I was exploring all styles of jazz. The freedom of improvisation is addictive and the possibilities are endless. I couldn’t get enough and I still can’t.

Has your first love always been jazz? What

else do you listen to?

JB: I think so, but I listen to a lot of other genres like Classical (Bach being a particular favorite), along with more popular styles like funk, rock, soul, and bluegrass.

GS: Yes, my first love is jazz, but I listen to all kinds of music. There are so many incredible voices out there, and being a singer, I can greatly appreciate the intricacy of what they’re doing.

What has been the most satisfying moment in your careers as musicians?

JB: It’s probably something subtle like hearing an attractive idea in my head and executing it the way I’m hearing it in the moment. In that sense I’m extremely lucky that I get to do this all the time and have these rewarding experiences regularly.

GS: Is it having an audience eat out of the palm of your hand? Or is it that moment you are so in the music, it feels like you are floating outside of yourself? It’s everything. The subtleties and the obvious. The big names and the no-names. It’s the ability to make incredible music with fantastic musicians for audiences with open hearts.

You are both accomplished jazz musicians who have played all over and are based out of

Jim Wilson will join Reid on guitar.

Wilson is the founding member of the blues rock trio Mother Superior, a band has worked with Lemmy, Queens of the Stone Age, Alice Cooper, Meat Loaf, Emmylou Harris, Anthrax, Wayne Kramer, George Clinton, and Iggy Pop. They also became 3/4 of the Rollins Band. Wilson has recorded and appeared often with Daniel Lanois over the years.

Grammy award winning songwriter, Rob Davis will top off the phenomenal group on bass and guitar. The London born musician was a guitar playing member of the 1970s glam rock band Mud who achieved the biggest selling number one record of 1974 in the United Kingdom, with their song "Tiger Feet".

Davis later achieved commercial success as a songwriter, most notably with the songs "Groovejet (If This Ain’t Love)" for Spiller, "I Need a Miracle" for artist Coco Star, and "Can’t Get You Out of My Head" for Kylie Minogue in 2001, the latter of which received an Ivor Novello Award. In 2004, Davis earned a Grammy with co-producer Philip Larsen and Minogue, for the single "Come into My World."

Davis has also worked with Grammy Award winning artist, Lauryn Hill.

Tickets to this show do not guarantee a seat.

This is a non-seated show with no chairs on the dance floor, only tables reserved for diners.

Dinner reservations will be first come, first serve, so be sure to get there early. Go to www. pappyandharriets.com for more information or call (760) 365-5956.

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L.A. What are your thoughts about playing in a city whose jazz scene is just emerging?

JB: It’s true New York is still the epicenter of the national jazz scene, but the West Coast has a storied history that I’m proud to play a small part in.

GS: I’m incredibly grateful to be a part of it and to witness the evolution of this music.

California has a deep history in jazz with the West Coast cool movement, it’s nice to see that wave rolling in again.

What advice would you give to up-andcoming local musicians in the Coachella Valley?

JB: Always go out. Check out live music, got to jam sessions (if there isn’t one, create one). Also listen to the music constantly. It’s a language, and you can’t learn a language out of a book. You have to immerse yourself in it.

GS: My best advice it to serve & respect the music. Immerse yourself in it. Go see live music, support each other, work together, learn the history and give it your everything.

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BY ELENI P. AUSTIN

FOREVER” (HONEYCOMB HIDEOUT RECORDS) MATTHEW SWEET “TOMORROW

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idney Matthew Sweet has always been obsessed by music. Born and raised in Lincoln, Nebraska, he started making music at an early age. By the time he was in high school, he was writing and recording songs on his own four-track cassette player. The first band he joined, The Specs, had a song featured on a local radio station’s Battle Of The Band compilation.

Soon, he was fronting his own band, The Dialtones. A chance meeting with the members of R.E.M., before he graduated high school in 1982 motivated him to attend summer school in the band’s hometown of Athens, Georgia. Matthew wasted no time infiltrating the fertile music scene that spawned Pylon, Love Tractor, Vic Chestnutt, and most famously R.E.M. and The B-52’s. He spent his first (and as it turns out, last) college semester at the University Of Georgia.

Initially, he collaborated with R.E.M. frontman Michael Stipe on a side project called Community Trolls and soon wound up playing in Lynda Stipe’s band Oh-OK. Additionally, he and Oh-OK drummer David Pierce began performing together as The Buzz Of Delight. Both bands released EPs on the indie label, DB Records. Matthew’s talents soon drew the attention of Columbia Records and he was signed to a solo deal.

In the mid-‘80s, Matthew and his wife relocated to New York City, and his solo debut, “Inside,” arrived in 1986. Playing all of the instruments himself, it included cameos from Chris Stamey (the db’s), Aimee Mann (‘til Tuesday) and Fred Maher (Lou Reed).

The album received great reviews, but scant commercial success. His profile was raised tangentially when he added bass and vocals to Golden Palominos’ Blast Of Silence album. The No Wave supergroup featured a rotating line-up that included Syd Straw, Peter Holsapple, ex-Sex Pistol John Lydon and T-Bone Burnett.

Switching from Columbia to A&M, his sophomore effort, Earth, was produced by Fred Maher in 1989. Once again Matthew played everything, with guitarists Robert Quine, (Lou Reed, Richard Hell) and Richard Lloyd, (Televison), adding reinforcements.

Again, the album garnered positive reviews but was roundly ignored by the music

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buying public. Soon, he was beset by personal crises. His marriage ended in acrimony, he was dropped by A&M and his Princeton, New Jersey home was flooded, destroying all his guitars and record albums. But the old adage “what doesn’t kill us only makes us stronger” feels particularly applicable during this phase of his career.

Following a stint playing bass in Lloyd Cole’s touring band, Matthew hunkered down and began recording his third record. Inspiration for this new batch of songs came from the dissolution of his marriage. Co-Produced by Fred Maher it featured guitarists Lloyd Cole, Robert Quine and Richard Lloyd, drummer Ric Menck and multi-instrumentalist Greg Leisz.

After shopping the demo, he was signed to Zoo Entertainment.

Girlfriend was released in late 1991 and received unanimous critical praise. The songs were crisp and angular, referencing touchstones like the Beatles, Big Star, R.E.M., and Neil Young; the lyrics a brutal and bittersweet distillation of a broken romance. The record began to gain traction commercially, going into heavy rotation on MTV and receiving radio play on stations like KROQ, KCRW and 91.X. By 1992, Matthew had a genuine hit on his hands. Following an extensive tour he relocated to Los Angeles.

For the remainder of the 20th century, he cranked out a series of intriguing and eclectic records. 1993’s Altered Beast, was ragged, (in a good way) and rocked harder, offering complex arrangements and instrumentation.

100% Fun, which arrived in 1995, offered a potent combo-platter of Power Pop and Alternative Rock. Released in 1997, Blue Sky Mars, leaned toward Baroque Psychedelia and 1999’s In Reverse revealed his predilection for Spector-y Wall-Of-Sound production.

Matthew’s music popped up regularly on soundtracks and compilations, and he began collaborating with like-minded musicians. He teamed up with ex-Bangle Susannah Hoffs, creating a ‘60s flavored cut for the “Austin Powers” movie. That association would come to fruition in the following decade. In 2002 he began a loose affiliation with singersongwriters Pete Droge and Shawn Mullins that quickly morphed into a band called the Thorns. The sound of their self-titled debut was characterized by rich CSN-style harmonies and sharp acoustic instrumentation.

Although he was wildly prolific in the ‘90s, his output slowed considerably in the following decade. Not unlike Cheap Trick, Matthew has always been massively popular in Japan. In 2003 he rewarded their loyalty with a Japanese-only release of the Garage Rock flavored album, Kim Ga Suki *Raifu.

He switched gears in 2004 with the mostly acoustic Living Things.

Two years later he reunited with Susannah Hoffs as “Sid n’ Susie.” The pair recorded Under The Covers, Vol. 1 in 2006. A bit of a busman’s holiday, they covered 15 favorite songs from the ‘60s. Their vocal chemistry landed somewhere between Sonny & Cher and Nancy Sinatra and Lee Hazlewood.

Matthew recorded two more solo albums, the summery angst of Sunshine Lies in 2008

and the dense Modern Art in 2011. He and Susannah returned to the well for two more times for second and third Under The Covers volumes, each time re-interpreting choice cuts from the ‘70s and ‘80s. He also found time to produce the Bangles’ Sweetheart Of The Sun record.

After several years in Los Angeles, Matthew returned to his home state, Nebraska. He and his wife Lisa found a house in Omaha big enough to include a recording studio. It was here he began crafting his 12th solo album, Tomorrow Forever. Sadly, his mother passed away during this period.

The opening two tracks, “Trick” and “Entangled,” kick the album into gear Stripped down rhythm guitar riffs collide with a kickdrum beat, rumbling bass and snarly electric power chords propel “Trick.” The infectious melody is buoyed by a wall of guitars as circuitous lyrics observe “sometimes it’s just a trick of the light we see, always hard to tell what could be real/Is it just a trick of the light that shows us who we want to be.”

The fading power chords of “Trick” fold into the lush layers of “Entangled.” Dreamy mellotron notes swirl over thrumming bass lines and a loping rhythm; electric, acoustic, octave and slide guitar envelope the arrangement, which straddles the line between Baroque and Country.

There are 17 tracks here, which means the album slowly unfolds after repeated listens.

Three songs immediately stand out, as they simply bristle with authority. The stompy Psychedelia of “Pretty Please” is, as Matthew sings, “useless to resist.” Sprightly Hammond B3 flourishes connect with a see-saw rhythm and bee-stung guitar. Shards of jagged guitar riffs crest over the instrumental break.

“The Searcher” is anchored by a thumpy backbeat, prowling bass lines, a wash of keys and a triad of electric guitars. The song’s apocalyptic mood is leavened by vaguely spiritual lyrics that encourage the listener to “Come to embrace the light and pain, so you can go through the light again.” Guitars spark and pinwheel on the final instrumental coda.

“Finally” locks into a greasy groove.

Sludge-y guitars ride roughshod over roiling bass lines and a four-on-the-floor beat. Sunny lyrics celebrate the “calm that comes after the storm,” noting “finally, we can be together, now we know for sure that our future is true.”

Both “Country Girl” and Off The Farm” feel like flip sides of the same coin. On the former, mandolin, dobro and pedal steel

wrap around achingly pure, Country-flavored melody. Matthew’s sweet, sunshiny tenor waxes rhapsodic about a girl who has “eyes as wide as the sky.” Gary Louris of the Jayhawks is conscripted into Matthew’s Guitar Army adding shimmery layers to this sylvan tableau.

The latter opens with a snippet of a crazed cartoony symphony before downshifting into a blustery rocker. Matthew’s sunshiny spirit has vanished, his mien now feels feral and menacing as he snarls “you gotta fuck off and run.” Search and Destroy riff-age is squally and scabrous, echoing Neil Young’s epic, “Cortez The Killer.”

The best songs here accentuate Matthew’s pure Power Pop instincts. On “Circle” clangorous riffs pivot and twang over a tilt-a-whirl rhythm. “Music For Love” chimes and jangles in all the right places, wrapping a waspish guitar solo around buzzy bass lines and a snapback beat. “Come Correct” is Southern Swamp Boogie, Cornhusker style.

Here, shang-a-lang guitar spirals around wahwah fills and a rock steady rhythm.

Finally, “Hello” is an ambitious aural banquet of sound. Descending piano notes (from the Zombies’ Rod Argent, no less), cascade over a propulsive bass lines and a tumbling backbeat. Matthew’s muti-tracked vocals lattice lush and honeyed harmonies as he announces “I’m from the future, I’ve arrived again, HELLO!” An expansive piano solo intersects with sugar rush guitar licks that kind of ride off into the sunset.

Other highlights include “You Knew Me,” which blends high lonesome pedal steel, stacked vocals and crushed velvet guitars.

Bleary power chords and more subdued vocals wash over “Bittersweet.” The spectral “Haunted,” once again employs the storied talents of Rod Argent, as well as sparkly, quietBeatle style guitars. The candy-coated crunch of “Nobody Knows” recalls the kaleidoscopic ‘70s Power Pop of the Raspberries and Todd Rundgren.

The album closes, rather fittingly with “End Is Near.” Backwards electric guitar connects with half-speed acoustic guitar and mellotron, giving the tune a twinkly harpsichord sound. Matthew is comforting as he promises, “I’ll hold your hand, when the end is near.” Perhaps it’s a restless farewell honoring his late mother. Filigreed fretwork gives way to a quiescent acoustic coda.

This is a solo album in name only. Along with Rod Argent and Gary Louris, the album relies on the talents of guitarists Paul Chastain, John Moremen, Jason Victor and Gary Valentine. Ric Menck and Bangle Debi Peterson each did time behind the drum kit. The album was recorded at his Nebraska studio and mastered at the infamous Abbey Road studios.

Matthew Sweet is like a mad musical scientist, synthesizing The perfect Power Pop alchemy. Tomorrow Forever is his most assured collection since Girlfriend. Maybe his return to the Cornhusker state was just what the doctor ordered.

ART SCENE

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BY ANGELA VALENTE ROMEO

THE TALE OF ESTHER: ESTHER SHAW

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ust like tales in the naked city, of which there are many, Esther Shaw’s tale brings her to the high desert.

Esther Shaw was born and raised in Boston, Massachusetts and graduated Massachusetts College of Art. “Along the way to the high desert I have been a teacher in the Santa Ana Public Schools, Rancho Santiago Community College and Copper Mountain Community College. I have been an owner, curator, and exhibiting artist of The Spezzano Gallery in Long Beach.

I am an exhibiting artist and member of the SCA Project Gallery in Pomona. I have been an exhibitor and studio holder of the Santora Arts Building, Santa Ana, CA. In 2004, I was selected for the Envisioning the Future Project, under the direction of Judy Chicago. Now, in addition to other things, I am a member of the Morongo Basin Studio Artists. We are preparing for the upcoming Highway 62 Open Artists Studio Tour.

That event kicks off in October.”

But what does Esther do? She paints. She paints color – not painting with color, but painting color. The brush strokes are efficiently determined. The color is the focus and any resemblance to anything more is coincidental. “I am most interested in developing an interesting surface with color and form,” noted Esther. Her work is evocative and inviting. It allows both the artist and viewer to breathe. The lack of artifice allows this to happen For the upcoming Highway 62 Artists Open Studio Tour Esther has selected work that is a response to her interaction with the high desert environment. “The paintings that I have selected to exhibit are not trying for photo-realistic imagery. Rather the works are images of the endless variation of mood and light which define the characteristics of this life sustaining desert.”

The work often starts from Esther’s plein-air paintings. “These paintings provided a visual log.

They are the studies to which I refer to when in the studio and working on larger paintings, “continued Esther. “For me, the very act of painting is as important as its content. I value the essentials of the painting process, yet I must also work in an improvisational way to try to create another view in which we can examine the world.”

“After living on the California Coast for many years, the desert has given me a whole new environment to explore, study, and express my inner self through. This is a great arts community and I’m happy to be part of it. Being an MBCAC member and exhibiting artist during The Highway 62 Artist Studio Tours has given me a sense of community.”

“I love the great escape from life’s issues that painting and sculpture offers to me. Being completely involved in a painting or sculpture is my idea of fun. I enjoy the challenge of a work that is lacking and the experimentation as well as the learned skills needed to bring it to completion. In addition to the Highway 62 Tour I am presently working on a SMOKE TREE series that I will be exhibiting in Feb.,2018, at the 29 Palms Gallery in Twenty-nine Palms, CA.” “The only other thing that I might add is that I enjoy having people visits my studio and seeing how they respond to my work. I find this can be very enlightening because they often see things that I had never noticed,” continued Esther.

Esther’s tale has many chapters left to tell.

For more information on Esther Shaw visit www.esthershawart.com For more information on the upcoming Highway 62 Artists Open Studio Tour visit www. hwy62arttours.org.

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BEAUTIFUL BREEZY SEEKS HOME!

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he majestic dog runs like the wind, prancing playfully through the lawn sprinkler to cool herself off. One can almost sense her unbridled joy at being freed from a shelter kennel. With golden eyes that mesmerize and look deep into your soul, Breezy appears to be a blend of Golden Retriever, Shepherd, and Kelpie.

Loving All Animals rescued this 2-year old dog from the San Bernardino County shelter at Devore. The shelter is at the base of the San Bernardino mountains in a remote low income area. She was brought in by animal control as a stray dog, and no one came looking to find her. We wish she could tell us the story of her past. We can only promise her a good future, one that includes a forever home where the humans will treasure and appreciate her uniqueness.

Her foster Mom, Debbie Karp, describes the dog she lovingly cares for, “Breezy is high energy, smart, house trained, and she loves playing with toys. I love to watch her run through the yard, and she sometimes chases insects and lizards. She loves it when we play a game of fetch. She enjoys car rides. Breezy hears everything, and would provide great protection for a family. She will make some

MEET SONNY This sweet 2-year old Pit Bull loves to play with toys.

He’s a shelter volunteer favorite. Come meet Sonny at the Coachella Valley Animal Campus, 72-050 Pet Land Place, Thousand Palms, (760) 343-3644.

He’s dog ID#A1371913.

MEET CARL Sporting a mischievous mustache, 1-yr-old Carl is quite the character. This fellow is full of love and affection for both humans and other felines. Rescued

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lucky person a great companion.” Breezy is a 50 pound dog, and given her large size needs a home with a fenced in yard where she can play and run off her excess energy.

Breezy’s previous foster Dad, Lucas Van Den Elzen, found her to a playful and delightful dog. He reports, “Breezy is fun

BY JANET McAFEE and very energetic. She loves playtime, particularly tug of war toys where she can interact with you. She enjoys a belly rub. This dog craves human attention, and should be in a home where people are around a lot. She is so smart, I taught her various commands and she learned them quickly. Breezy is house trained, and when I let her outside she goes right to the same spot in the back yard.”

Most large breed dogs like Breezy are incredibly smart and easy to train. Perhaps due to their larger size brains, they process new information easily and love to learn new things. It is no accident that law enforcement agencies, search and rescue teams, and the military seek out large dogs to perform complex life-saving tasks. Breezy is eager to please her humans, and thrives when she gets to learn new things and have new experiences.

Breezy provides excellent protection to her household, given her size and protective nature. Like other companion dogs, Breezy needs a home where she has access to be inside with her humans. No dog should be relegated to be an “outdoor only” pet for a number of reasons, including the suffering they would endure in the Coachella Valley heat. Breezy becomes very attached to people, and seeks out their companionship,

content to lie at their feet in the evenings.

Breezy would do best where she gets all the attention in an only-dog household.

Call Loving All Animals (www. lovingallanimals.org) at (760) 834-7000 to schedule a “meet and greet” appointment if you are interested in adopting Breezy. Please also call if you would like to foster Breezy when her foster Mom goes on vacation.

Big dogs like Breezy have big hearts, all the better to love you with!

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THE VINO VOICE

BY RICK RIOZZA

SUMMER’S GRILLING WINES CONTINUE

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s we recall from last week, our discussions found us knee-deep in refreshing sparklers, rosés and white wine suggestions for grilled summer fare. Some of us will never consider consuming red wine in our torrid temperatures; others will indeed have staunch opinions as to what reds will go with ribs, steaks, or burgs.

And we also provided a bit of info on the various temperatures that we’re to serve our whites and bubblies: the general rule is to simply chill them up big time! When it comes to reds, chill them up as well! As in placing them into the fridge a half hour before enjoying them, or, throwing them in the same beer bucket of ice & water for a quick 15 minutes or so.

Let’s remember—just look outside—the summertime in the desert, it’s too darn hot! In this weather, red wines lose their aromas, can seem a bit flabby on the palate, and just aren’t that refreshing generally. And as we discussed last time, spicy barbequed and grilled foods cry out for mouth cooling libations such as beer and chilly cold white wine!

So—our point is: outdoor grilling and dining simply dictates simplicity. The red wines we wish to enjoy should be casual. No one is looking for a contemplative vintage or nuanced wine.

We’re looking for that easy red quaffer that we know can highlight a bit of the grilled food we’re having in a laissez-faire mood.

We don’t have to argue much or go on at length as to the delicious quality of a red wine.

It’s in your blood, it’s in your heart. No matter the climate, loyal lovers of the red are relishing it. There are two camps: light to medium bodied quaffers who’ll look to Pinot Noir, Grenache, Chianti, Barbera, and the like. And the daring types who still lust over full-bodied bombers of Zinfandels, Syrahs, Petit Sirahs, Cab Sauvs & Francs.

And then there is the Malbec; which can win, place, or show well at any outdoor grilling party.

In most red wine pairing contests, there is always the game of managing and contrasting fruit & body, oak & tannins. Grilling is one thing; but anything coated with BBQ sauce with its smoky, spicy, and typically sweet flavors, I guess, can pose a challenge.

We’ve already thrown out the heavy concerns of match-making. It’s fun to note however that with wood smoky flavors, there’s no need to find an oaky wine: a rich fruity wine works better. As to tannins, in this heat, no worries, unless you’ve got a really fatty (and no doubt tasty) rib-eye steak grilling up. In this case, a nice tannic Cabernet Sauvignon or Petit Sirah will manage that baby perfectly: Ummm… yummy!

You already know the red wine of choice for your meal—enjoy! Below are other wine red considerations:

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The classic grilled hamburger/cheeseburger which includes a nice dose of green peppers pairs wonderfully with Cabernet Franc in the mix: a Right-bank Bordeaux, such as a Roques Mauriac ($20), a Chilean Red Blend such as Trio ($10), or a Californian Cab Franc from Titus ($35). I recently enjoyed a delicious South African wine from Mulderbosch, the Faithful Hound ($20). Known famously for their stellar Sauvignon Blanc, this red blend comes in with a few notes of licorice among juicy red berry flavors. Full-bodied and rich, there’s a presence of spice as with medium tannins on the finish.

For those lathering up those beef and pork ribs with full-on flavored sauces, there’s quite a line-up to enjoy. For Father’s Day, you’ll recollect we covered the generous fruit laden wines of California that included Ravage’s 2014 Cabernet Sauvignon and the Dark Red Blend.

They are such reasonably priced wines at only around $12 or so. DARK + RICH + DEFIANT, the winemakers claim, “It tempts the taste buds with its dark, decadent flavors and smooth structure to push your sensory limits to the edge.”

Further, you’ll remember as well the Cooper & Thief Red Wine Blend, ($26). It’s that Zinfandel bourbon barrel aged blend with 17% alcohol that will match the boisterous bang of your

over-the-top sweet & spicy BBQ sauce. Along with my endorsement of the 2013 Leviathan Red Wine, Napa Valley, ($48), these wines are delicious and daring in the slow hot wind.

And let’s not forget one of our favorite recommendations: 2014 SAVED Red Wine. ($20). It’s a robust blend of Merlot, Malbec, Syrah, Zinfandel, and small amounts of other red varietals curated to add more dimension to the aromatics and rich fruit flavors. It opens with aromas of ripe figs and vanilla followed by jammy flavors of blackberries and spice. Its finish is long and generous.

On the medium-bodied side of things, I’m a big fan of the Willamette Valley Vineyards Estate Pinot Noir ($30), with its wonderful perfume, richness of mouthfeel, complexity and balance. And of course another Biodynamic farmed Oregon Pinot Noir is the Maysara Winery’s Jamsheed. Extra ripeness in the vineyard translates to a more generous core of red-black fruits. Blackberry and fresh cracked pepper entwine perfectly with matured and lengthy tannins on the finish. Drinking beautifully now and pairing with grilled meats and salmon.

You know I’m a big Italian wine fan and my current recommendation is the 2014 Tommasi Rafaèl Valpolicella Classico Superiore. It’s a steal at $15! This fresh and bright mediumbodied “valpo” provides aromas of dried spices, leather, and cherry. The flavors are intense with spicy and sweet cherry flavors that are wonderfully balanced with the all-cleansing acidity: the perfect grilling vino!

Even James Suckling gave it 91 points, stating, “A lovely valpo that is delicate and spicy with a lemon-rind and blueberry character; medium body, vibrant fruit and wonderful acidity.

Flavorful! Drink now!” Cheers! Everyone!

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29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 Bob Garcia Band 6:30pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Desert Daze Presents: Past Time 10pm AGAVE LOUNGE@THE HYATT REGENCY; IW; 760-674-4080 Art of Sax 8pm

AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 The Carmens Duo 6:30pm AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Friday Night Sour Hour w/ Pink Lemonade Drag Show 9pm BAR; PS; 760-537-7337 Desert Rhythm Project w/ Provoked and Wildabeast 9pm BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 Fry, Yoni, Collen, Ritua Rastrero, Lotus Eater and DJ Million 9pm BEER HUNTER; LQ; 760-564-7442 TBA 9pm BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 Runnin’ Down a Dream (Petty/Dylan Tribute) 8:30pm BISTRO 60 @TRILOGY; LQ; 760-501-0620 TBA 6pm THE BLOCK; C.C.; 760-832-7767 Karaoke 9pm BLUE BAR, SPOTLIGHT 29; INDIO; 760-7755566 DJ Double A 8pm BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 The Stanley Butler Trio 6-10pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael Wright 9-1am COPA NIGHTCLUB; PS; 760-866-0021 Bow Wow w/ DJS Fuze, Banks and Mr. Miami 9pm ELECTRIC SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-2281199 DJ Ceddy Cedd 9pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-776-6533 Gina Carey 6pm THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 The Myx 8:30pm THE HARD ROCK HOTEL PS; PS; 760-3259676 Esjay Jones Presents: Acoustic Sessions w/ Lunden Reign and Eevaan Tre 8pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Arthur Seay Presents: Michael Jackson Night 9pm HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 Bill Ramirez 6:30pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Live VJ 9pm INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760345-6466 Frank DiSalvo 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 Dana Larson 7pm KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke 8pm LA QUINTA BREWERY;PD; 760-200-2597 TBA 7pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company in the afternoon, Hot Rox in the night LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Live Entertainment 5:30pm LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-3452450 Six Hot Live 9pm THE LOUNGE; AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888999-1995 DJ Jerry 9pm

MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm MOXIE; PS; 760-318-9900 TBA 5-8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 Karaoke 8-1:15am THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; PD; 760345-0222 TBA 6:30pm PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Jesika Von Rabbit and Fartbarf 9pm PEABODY’S CAFÉ; PS; 760-322-1877 Karaoke 7:30pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s Rockstar Karaoke 9pm RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 Guy Worden 9pm RIVIERA; PS; 760-327-8311 Michael Keeth 7-10pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro Brothers 8pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn Blues 8-11pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 The Carmens 8-11pm SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby Furgo 9pm SMOKIN’ BURGERS; PS; 760-883-5999 Ron James 6pm SOLANO’S BISTRO; LQ; 760-771-6655 Michael Madden 6-9pm SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Latin Rock 10pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-3413560 Demetrious and Co. 6pm TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 Stereoflux 9pm THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 Pat Rizzo & Dennis Michaels 6:30pm TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm VIBE; MORONGO CASINO; CAB; 951-7555391 The Rick Whitfield Band 10pm VICKY’S OF SANTE FE; IW; 760-345-9770 Meet the Corwins 5:30pm, The John Stanley King Show 8pm WANG’S IN THE DESERT; PS; 760-325-9264 Karaoke 8:30pm WESTIN MISSION HILLS; RM; 760-3285955 TBA 6-10pm WILLIE BOYS; MV; 760-932-4300 Lisa & The Gents 8pm THE WINE EMPORIUM; LQ; 760-565-5512 Rob Martinez and Todd Ashley ft. Lisa LaFaro Weselis 6:30-10pm

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KOKOPELLI’S; YV; 760-228-2589 Karaoke 7pm LAS CASUELAS TERRAZA; PS; 760-3252794 Palm Springs Sound Company,in the afternoon,Hot Rox,in the night LAVENDER BISTRO; LQ; 760-564-5353 Live Entertainment 5:30pm 29 PALMS INN; 29 Palms; 760-367-3505 LIT@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 760-345Bev & Bill 6:30pm 2450 Six Hot Live 9pm ACE HOTEL; PS; 760-325-9900 Dublab THE LOUNGE, AGUA CALIENTE; RM; 888Presents: Dayclubbing w/ DJs Sam & Jess 999-1995 Fluid in Motion 9pm 11am poolside, Stronghold Reggae 10pm MELVYN’S RESTAURANT & LOUNGE; PS; AGAVE LOUNGE@THE HYATT REGENCY; 760-325-2323 Ron Greenip 8pm IW; 760-674-4080 Art of Sax 8pm NEIL’S LOUNGE; IND; 760-347-1522 AJ’S ON THE GREEN; C.C.; 760-202-1111 Karaoke 8-1:15am Cabaret on the Green Open Mic 7:30pm THE NEST; PD; 760-346-2314 Kevin Henry AZUL; PS; 760-325-5533 Denise Carter 6-8pm Tim Burleson 8pm 7:30pm PALM CANYON ROADHOUSE; PS; 760BART LOUNGE; C.C.; 760-799-8800 Alf 327-4080 30 Miles Out 9pm Alpha, Dem Ham Boyz, Captain OSIV, Imdead, Stevie Crooks and DJ Addemup 9pm PALM DESERT COUNTRY CLUB; PD; 760345-0222 TBA 6:30pm BEATNIK LOUNGE; JT; TBA 9pm BIG ROCK PUB; IND; 706-200-8988 Moving PAPPY & HARRIET’S; PT; 760-365-5956 Terry Reid 9pm in Stereo (Cars Tribute) 8:30pm PEABODY’S CAFÉ; PS; 760-322-1877 BLUE BAR; SPOTLIGHT 29; IND; 760-775Karaoke 7:30pm 5566 DJ 9pm PLAN B LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND BLUEMBER; RM; 760-862-4581 Gina Carey COCKTAILS; TP; 760-343-2115 Red’s 6-10pm Rockstar Karaoke 9pm CASCADE LOUNGE, SPA RESORT RED BARN; PD; 760-346-0191 Sonstormer CASINO; PS; 888-999-1995 DJ Michael & Sloppi 9pm Wright 9-1am RIVIERA; PS; 760-327-8311 TBA 7-10pm CHILL BAR; PS; 760-327-1079 TBA 9pm ROCKYARD@FANTASY SPRINGS; IND; 212 DHS SPA LOUNGE; DHS; 760-329-6787 Band and You Got Lucky (Tom Petty Tribute) Karaoke w/ DJ Scott 9pm ELECTRIC SPORTS LOUNGE; YV; 760-228- 7:30pm SAMMY G’s; PS; 760-320-8041 Evaro 1199 DJ Ceddy Cedd 9pm Brothers 8pm EL MEXICALI CAFÉ 2; IND; 760-342-2333 SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S Cesar Daniel Lopez on the harp 6-9pm FISHERMAN’S GROTTO; PD; 760-776-6533 MARKET; PS; 760-322-9293 Barry Baughn Blues 8-11pm TBA 6pm SHANGHAI RED’S @ THE FISHERMAN’S GADI’S RESTAURANT AND BAR; YV; 760MARKET; LQ; 760-777-1601 The Carmens 365-6633 Dana Larson & Friends 6-9pm 8-11pm THE GRILL ON MAIN; LQ; 760-777-7773 SHELLY’S LOUNGE@TORTOISE ROCK TBA 8:30pm CASINO; 29 Palms; Rojer Arnold & Bobby THE GROOVE LOUNGE; SPOTLIGHT 29; Furgo 9pm INDIO; 760-775-5566 DJ 8pm SIDEWINDER GRILL; DHS; 760-329-7929 THE HARD ROCK HOTEL PS; PS; 760-325Karaoke w/ Milly G 6pm 9676 Esjay Jones Presents: Global Sessions w/ SMOKIN’ BURGERS; PS; 760-883-5999 Ron David Macias and Edith Aldaz 8pm James 6pm THE HOOD; PD; 760-636-5220 Scott’s Thot SOUL OF MEXICO; IND; 760-200-8787 Process (STP Tribute) and Sunday Funeral Latin Music 10pm 9pm SULLIVAN’S STEAKHOUSE; PD; 760-341HOODOO COCKTAIL GARDEN @ THE 3560 TBA 6pm HYATT; PS; 760-322-9000 Bill Ramirez TACK ROOM TAVERN; IND; 760-347-9985 6:30pm Cinchy 9pm HUNTER’S; PS; 760-323-0700 Live VJ 9pm THREE SIXTY NORTH; PS; 760-327-1773 INDIAN WELLS RESORT HOTEL; IW; 760Dennis Michael 6:30pm 345-6466 Frank DiSalvo 6pm JOSHUA TREE SALOON; JT; 760-366-2250 TRILUSSA ITALIAN RISTORANTE; PS; 760328-2300 Julius & Sylvia Music Duo 6-10pm TBA 9pm

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BY DENISE ORTUNO NEIL

REELING IN MASTERFISH

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ust down Country Club Drive in Palm Desert, before Washington, sits a spot with healthy and light fresh fish fare. MasterFish Grill infuses Caribbean and Latin inspired flavors, with a variety of seafood favorites, offering the Coachella Valley a twist on the most popular ocean recipes, as well as some different ones too.

Located conveniently in the Desert Country Plaza which houses EOS Fitness and Angel View, MasterFish Grill opened in March 2016 and has gained rapid praise.

Owner, Gerardo (Gerry) Najerj, has brought his culinary influences from his native Panama creating a delightful fusion of Caribbean and Latin dishes.

His goal was to offer fresh fish recipes, with a breezy Caribbean vibe, incorporating ingredients such as coconut to make the dishes stand out. He has created a relaxing ambiance, with a friendly island feel, and excellent food.

Patrons may have a Deja vu moment upon entering the restaurant, with its chalkboard menu greeting you at the door. But that’s where the similarities end between MasterFish Grill and other casual Coachella Valley seafood dining spots.

The menu consists of innovative items such as Baked King Crab Dynamite Oysters (fresh oysters topped with Alaskan King

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Crab, mushrooms, spinach and a spicy aioli), Master’s Shrimp Burger glazed in Banana Sauce ( Gerry’s battered shrimp in a brioche bun, with banana sauce, lettuce, tomatoes, pickled red onion and jack cheese, served with coleslaw and yucca fries) and San Blas Octopus (blackened octopus with thinly sliced cucumber, onions and house sauce served with coconut rice), just to drop a line on their many dishes.

Of course MasterFish Grill has traditional staples such as Fish and Chips and Fish Sandwiches, and does not disappoint with their variety of Fish Tacos. They even offer “Land” options for those not wanting to dive into their seafood offerings. As a fish taco fanatic, I had to try one of theirs. I ordered their Grilled Salmon Tacos with a side of veggies (I must have been health conscience being so close to the gym). My

boyfriend went a bit more decadent, opting for the Calamari Tacos, with a side of the Coconut Rice. The rice was fabulously lite and airy, with an undeniable coconut flare (seriously good). It made me jealous and regretful of my veggie side decision, but

thankfully my boyfriend was generous and gave me many tastings of his delectable rice.

The tacos were ample with crisp cabbage, Pico de Gallo and Masterfish’s own special white cream sauce. They were everything a Fish Taco should be.

Masterfish also has an impressive Specialties menu, with items that include, Drunken Mahi Mahi (blackened, deglazed with beer, served with creamy smashed potatoes and glazed vegetables in a citrus cream sauce), Tamarind Marinated Sea Bass (served with coconut rice, fresh vegetables and mango ginger relish) and even their own Masterfish Bouillabaisse (shrimp, scallops, mussels, clams and calamari, in a tomato, lemongrass coconut sauce with aged grana cheese).

Vying for lighter healthy seafood dishes is becoming more and more attractive.

MasterFish Grill not only provides healthy fish options, but does it in a vibrant and taste tantalizing Caribbean Latin infused fashion.

MasterFish Grill is located at 77-912 Country Club Ste. 3-4 in Palm Desert * 760-200-0333. Opened daily from 11am to 9pm. For more information visit www. masterfishgrill.com.

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SCREENERS

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BY ROBIN E. SIMMONS

No. 274

APE-OCALYPSE NOW!

NOW PLAYING: WAR FOR THE PLANET OF THE APES

Caesar (Andy Serkis) and his apes are forced into a deadly conflict with an army of humans led by a brutal, pitiless colonel (Woody Harrelson). When the apes suffer unthinkable losses, Caesar wrestles with

his conscience and initiates his own mythic quest to avenge his beleaguered species.

Inevitably, Caesar and the colonel are brought face-to-face in an epic showdown that will determine not only the fate of their respective species, but also the future of the planet.

Under Matt Reeves astute direction, this superbly crafted film delivers eye-popping special effects and a powerful, heartfelt emotional narrative to wrap up this bornagain trilogy on a very high note indeed.

The promise and premise of Pierre Boulle’s extraordinarily relevant 1963 novel that started it all can now be experienced in photo-realistic grandeur that only today’s advanced cinematic art can deliver.

After enjoying this stunning film, I stumbled into a heated discussion of what the movie is really about. It’s difficult to ignore or dismiss the many ideas and potent images that mirror the chaos of our shared -- and real -- human world.

Stories that connect on such a deep level as well as a visceral one are a rare treat. When was the last time you saw a movie that made you root for a species other than your own? Is it even possible for us humans to live in harmony with each other and our planet without a final war of mutual annihilation? Is this what our major religions are asking or predicting?

Strongest recommendation. Not to be missed.

NEW BLU FOR THE HOME THEATER: GHOST IN THE SHELL Set in a world where people are enhanced with technology, GITS follows major (Scarlet Johansson), who believes she was rescued from near death. The first of her kind, Major is a human mind inside a synthetic body designed to fight the war against cyber-crime.

While investigating a dangerous criminal, Major makes a shocking discovery -- the corporation that created her, lied about her past life in order to control her. Unsure what to believe, Major will stop at nothing to unravel the mystery of her true identity and exact revenge against the company she was designed and built to serve.

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This gorgeous, visually astonishing film also stars Takeshi Kitano, Michael Carmen Pitt, Pilou Asbaek, Chin Han and Juliett Binoche.

Big recommendation for this thrilling – perhaps cautionary fable – that’s more than a disturbing vision of the future but also one that resonates deeply with our cyber concerns regarding identity and the vulnerability of our wired global society.

We live in exciting and dangerous times. Do you know what’s real and true? Paramount.

4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray 3D. Comments? robinesimmons@aol.com

BOOK REVIEW

DESTINED TO LEAD

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“HERO OF THE EMPIRE”

BY CANDICE MILLARD NON-FICTION

----------------------------------------------------o we humans each have a destiny to fulfill? Maybe we do, and maybe we don’t. Maybe for some of us, it’s just unclear what our destiny is. In Candice Millard’s Hero of the Empire: The Boer War, a Daring Escape, and the Making of Winston Churchill (Anchor Books, 383 pages), one man actively pursues his destiny everyday of his life.

My father-in-law use to say that Winston Churchill was the right man for the job at the right time in history. He marveled how great leaders emerged when they were most needed. My father-in-law served as a combat surgeon in Patton’s Third Army during WWII. He admired Churchill for his courage, resilience and his eloquence when addressing the people of the world.

Millard, a wonderful author and fantastic historian, takes the reader on a detailed journey with Winston Churchill, a man who was certain of his destiny since his first memory.

Britain is an ancient place and they have a warrior past that seems to flow in

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BY HEIDI SIMMONS their DNA. Young Churchill believed this. At five years old, he knew he wanted to lead an army. He played with tin soldiers and admired the portrait of his great ancestor at the family’s lush Oxfordshire manor.

Coming from a low status, John Churchill, the 1st Duke of Marlborough received his title and large estate from Queen Anne for his bravery and victories on the battlefield in the eighteenth century.

Young Churchill believed that he too had to prove his courage and become a great leader and fulfill his destiny.

In his early 20s, Churchill forced himself into a battle. An aristocrat and with close ties to the royal family, he used the influence so he could join a fight in India.

Churchill participated bravely in a bloody battle against the fierce Pashtun warriors who used long curved blades to literally shred their enemies into crimson ribbons of flesh. Churchill took copious notes and wrote his mother about everything he saw and did.

Indeed, Churchill was recognized for his battlefield prowess, and he was asked to run for office, but he lost. With this defeat, he needed another war. But, he would not be granted permission to fight; rather he could only participate as a war correspondent.

The Boar War took place in South Africa between occupying European nations with religious affiliations that is so fascinatingly

complex, I cannot begin to put it in a nutshell! It involves the Dutch, Germans, Huguenot descendants, slavery and British rule. It is a brutal colonial war in a country foreign to them all.

Churchill, looking for action while reporting on the Boar War for a British paper, is taken prisoner. Along with two other POWs, they plan an escape. When the time comes, Churchill finds himself going over a wall and into the woods by himself.

Looking around, he realizes the other men chickened out.

As with Millard’s other books, there is so much incredible detail, the reader gets not only a sensory experience, but also a clear understanding of the events as they unfold.

Millard does an amazing job summarizing history. She answers the how and why these events took shape, which paints a

vivid picture of our past.

I’m embarrassed that as an American, I don’t have a handle on the major wars fought by Europeans around the globe unless it involved the United States. I am reminded why history is so important and how relevant it is to who we are and what we are doing in the world today -- no matter your country of origin.

I liked the young Churchill. I get his tenacity and I feel his bravery and desire. I did not know however, that his mother was an American heiress of Native American descent -- Iroquois. This made me proud because she was a wise and stunningly beautiful woman who had a great influence on her son.

It is tremendously clear, that Churchill did indeed fulfill his destiny and rose to the occasion with the confidence of a skilled and brave warrior.

History is so exciting and fun with Millard at the helm. My only issue with Hero of the Empire is, for me, I wish Churchill’s story was told in a linear timeline. If this bothers anyone else, I suggest skipping the prologue and going right to the chapters. I think the already compelling narrative will be even more exciting.

SAFETY TIPS

BY FIRE CHIEF SAM DIGIOVANNA

I’VE GOT MY EYE ON YOU!

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ur sight is something many of us take for granted. Imagine not having it?

Let’s look at some facts on eye injuries.

More than 40 percent of eye injuries are caused by projects and activities such as home repairs, yard work, cleaning and cooking. More than a third (34.2 percent) of injuries in the home occurred in living areas such as the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom, living or family room.

“Eyes can be damaged by sun exposure, not just chemicals, dust or objects. Among all eye injuries reported more than 78 percent of people were not wearing eyewear at the time of injury,” reminds Fire Chief Sam DiGiovanna.

Protecting our eyes from injury is one of the most basic things you can do to keep your vision healthy throughout your life. Many household work activities from gardening, cleaning projects, working on cars, sports or small construction projects can cause eye injuries. You may be aware of the possible risks of eye injuries, but are you taking the necessary safety precautions to prevent eye injuries?

If you have suffered an eye injury,

review these care and treatment recommendations. But most importantly, have an ophthalmologist or other medical doctor examine the eye as soon as possible, even if the injury seems minor.

July is National Eye Injury prevention Month. Let’s keep an eye on safety and start being more aware of the dangers and wearing protective eyewear when necessary!

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CALIFORNICATING

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s mentioned a few weeks back in “Lawyering” article, the pass rate for the people taking the California bar exam fell to an all-time low passing rate earlier this year. As a result, 20 deans of California-accredited law schools wrote to the state Supreme Court urging that body to lower the passing score for the state bar. Many believe that California’s passing score is kept unreasonably high (the second highest in the United States) as a way that a ‘trade group of lawyers’ can keep the number of new lawyers in the state down.

The Supreme Court has agreed to step in and adjust the passing score downward with the new scoring system to be in place for the state of 2018. Just as important, educators want the exam updated so that students do not need to memorize hundreds of years of laws but show that they know how to navigate databases to come to correct answers when researching case law and serving their clients.

In another case, the state Supreme Court opined that the Medical Board can examine the prescription records of a doctor without the need for a warrant or subpoena. The case came before the Supreme Court when Burbank doctor, Alwin

Carl Lewis was suspended for three years for over-prescribing opiods. This Supreme Court action upsets some patients as these disclosures essentially violate the HIPAA standards for patient-doctor confidentiality.

While the court acknowledged this concern, it chose to make this ruling so as to protect the public from unscrupulous doctors who write excessive levels of prescriptions.

San Francisco-based Wells Fargo is back in the news again. Remember when they defrauded their own clients and opened more than 2 million deposit accounts fraudulently? Well, they are actively working to avoid paying the penalties associated with ‘debit card reordering’.

Debit card reordering is a practice where banks will reorder the transactions that you make in a day so that they can charge more in overdraft fees. For example, let’s say that you have $100 in your account and

DALE GRIBOW ON THE LAW

“HOW IS MY ACCIDENT CASE GOING?”

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lients ask this at the beginning of the case and before or while the victim is still treating. Upon signing a new accident case I give each new client my “OVERVIEW OF AN ACCIDENT CASE”.

I initially explain that we contact both the client’s and defendants insurance company to share information. We then notify your medical providers of our representation and monitor your treatment and possibly coordinate additional medical providers.

Of course we rely upon the client to keep us updated on the status of their treatment.

After these and other initial steps there is usually little to be done until the client has concluded their doctor’s treatment. Upon the conclusion of your treatment we will then gather any remaining medical record and bills and be better able to evaluate and assess your claims. At that time, we can submit them to the adjuster and begin the process of advancing your claims to a successful conclusion.

HOW MUCH DO YOU THINK I MIGHT GET, JUST A ROUGH IDEA? Many years ago the insurance company on a soft tissue case would just multiply the medical bills by 3 or 4 and offer that amount to settle. Then they realized a bill of $5,000 for x-rays etc. is not worth as much as $5,000 of physical therapy. Today

all insurance companies use a computer program called Colossus. It plugs in the injuries and bills and spits out an amount the adjuster can offer.

Because of this program it is more important than ever before that you hire a lawyer who focuses on accident cases... to guide you and your medical providers.

An accident victim needs a doctor who specializes in Treating AND Writing a medical report. Though it does not seem right there is a difference between a doctor who says there is a 50% chance of a full recovery and saying a 50% chance the patient will not make a full recovery. For years I lectured annually to the International College of Surgeons at their annual seminar teaching them How to Write a Medical/Legal Report.

A patient needs a doctor who does not say “go home and soak in a hot bath and call in a month and to take aspirins if there is any pain.” When you call in a month it takes another 2-3 weeks to get a doctor’s appointment. Thus after a few months there is very little in medical bills. Thus the insurance company argues that if the patient was really injured they would have treated on a regular basis.

When a client come into the office I explain that a lawyer can no more tell you what your case is worth when s/he

buy coffee at Starbucks for $5 then go to the Cleaners and spend $25 before going to a nice restaurant and spending $90. As you have spent, $120 and you only have $100, that $90 item will be charged an overdraft fee of $35 as you only had $70 in the account at the time. What Wells was doing was reordering the debit card usage so that the higher dollar items went through first thus causing $70 in overdrafts.

Every bank that was engaged in this unethical business practice settled with regulators and their customers many years ago - all except for Wells. While Wells stated publicly that they discontinued the practice in 2010, they continued the practice until 2014 and have never refunded those monies to the clients that they took advantage of. If Wells Fargo loses as is expected, they will owe customers approximately $250 million dollars. Making this behavior even worse,

meets you, than a doctor can diagnose you without treatment and tests etc. A lawyer will not even begin to evaluate your case until your treatment has concluded and we know not only what the total amount of the bills are but also are advised what your med condition had been in the past and what it will be like in the future. Even then it is not a precise formula or process as we have to look at whether our client was partially at fault.

You are an individual and your injuries are as unique and as individual as are you.

We can only assure you that our office will obtain the maximum amount of settlement possible given the individual facts of your personal situation.

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Wells Fargo did this to the depositors who could least afford high fees.

California Democrat and House of Representatives member, Brad Sherman, filed impeachment papers against President Trump last week citing Trump’s effort to derail the Russia investigation. Most Democratic lawmakers do not support Shermans’ bill as they feel such efforts only serve to energize Trump supporters.

Remember Mike Flynn, the head of the NSA for President Trump for about 75 seconds? He has been spotted surfing in California. It is expected that he will relocate his family to the Golden State and restart his consulting practice. Meanwhile, those closest to Mr. Flynn state that the Russia investigations in Washington DC are simply politics meant to keep the Trump Administration distracted and less able to govern. Time will tell if the Russia investigation is a legitimate concern or pure politics.

Haddon Libby is an Investment Advisor, Fiduciary and Managing Director of Winslow Drake Investment Management and can be reached at 760.449.6349 or HLibby@ WinslowDrake.com. For more information, go to www.WinslowDrake.com.

If you have any questions regarding this column or ideas for future columns please contact Dale Gribow 760-837 7500 or dale@dalegribowlaw.com.

DALE GRIBOW “TOP LAWYER” - Palm Springs Life(Accidents) 2011-17 “TOP LAWYER”- Inland Empire Magazine Nov., 2016 PERFECT 10.0 AVVO Peer Rating

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BY FLINT WHEELER

HEY ESPN, WANT A DO OVER?

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d Werder, Andy Katz, Doug McIntryre, Charles Arbuckle, Jerry Punch, Jay Crawford and Jayson Stark are some of the most visible names in sports journalism in their respective roles.

Between those seven anchors, reporters and analysts, they’d worked a combined 128 years at ESPN. And all seven of them were laid off this year.

They weren’t alone.

Former NFL players Trent Dilfer and Danny Kanell also lost their jobs. As well as Dana O’Neil, Brett McMurphy, C.L. Brown and Max Olson. After a while, it was hard to keep track.

In total, 100 people lost their jobs at ESPN. News of more layoffs trickled down these past couple months.

John Skipper, ESPN’s president, released a statement regarding the layoffs. Of course, he didn’t actually use the word “layoff.”

“Dynamic change demands an increased focus on versatility and value, and as a result, we have been engaged in the challenging process of determining the talent — anchors, analysts, reporters, writers and those who handle play-by-play — necessary to meet those demands,” Skipper wrote.

This isn’t the first time ESPN has laid off

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a large amount of people. The company laid off roughly 300 people back in October of 2015, though most of those staffers however, weren’t on camera.

What’s really with the layoffs? Shocker the answer boils down to one thing — money.

If politics were to blame, individual ESPN employees would have been laid off, not 100 across the board.

The cost to broadcast major sports has skyrocketed, in part, due to ESPN paying so much in the past to own those rights.

In 2011, the network giant signed an eight-year, $15.2 billion deal with the NFL, a nine-year, $12 billion deal with the NBA and a $7.3 billion deal for the college football playoffs. To help offset those costs, ESPN’s family of channels have monthly subscriber fees that are much higher than other sports channels. ESPN has a monthly subscriber fee of $7.21. ESPN2’s fee is $0.90. ESPNU’s fee is $0.23. That equates to $8.34 for just ESPN’s channels alone.

It’s not just ESPN fraying contract costs.

Having sports channels alone cost $20 per month per subscriber in Los Angeles. That’s up from $13 in 2013.

But those fees have driven up cable costs so much so that people are cutting the

cord completely. According to the New York Times, ESPN has lost more than 10 million subscribers in the past few years. I’m one of those cord cutters. I cut cable completely last year. It was just too expensive for how seldom I turned on the TV. Paying nearly $150 a month for cable is asinine, especially when you’re a sane person.

It’s incredibly sad to see all these people lose their jobs. Especially since it’s the journalists and the analysts getting kicked to the curb, rather than the talking heads. But unfortunately, ESPN, like any other company, is business first. And when businesses bite off more than they can chew, it’s the hardworking people who get cut first.

If you’re looking for someone to blame in this whole mess, there really is no good answer.

Are the NFL, NBA, and NCAA money hungry for the highest paying contract?

Absolutely. And they have every right to be.

Any business executive that says, “We’re making too much money” is an idiot. Was it smart for ESPN to pay record-level amounts of money for these contracts? In hindsight, not at all. Sure, someone else would have paid up for the contracts, but I say that any company that paid this much money for these contracts is stupid. I think I was 12 or 15 when my dad first told me, “Don’t pay retail”.

Something had to give eventually. It’s just unfortunate that so many good journalists lost their jobs because of it.

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FREE WILL ASTROLOGY

Week of July 20

ARIES (March 21-April 19): The Greek word philokalia is translated as the “love of the beautiful, the exalted, the excellent.” I propose that we make it your keyword for the next three weeks -- the theme you keep at the forefront of your awareness everywhere you go. But think a while before you say yes to my invitation. To commit yourself to being so relentlessly in quest of the sublime would be a demanding job. Are you truly prepared to adjust to the poignant sweetness that might stream into your life as a result?

TAURUS (April 20-May 20): It’s a favorable time to strengthen your fundamentals and stabilize your foundation. I invite you to devote your finest intelligence and grittiest determination to this project. How? Draw deeply from your roots. Tap into the mother lode of inspiration that never fails you.

Nurture the web of life that nurtures you. The cosmos will offer you lots of help and inspiration whenever you attend to these practical and sacred matters.

Best-case scenario: You will bolster your personal power for many months to come.

GEMINI (May 21-June 20): Two talking porcupines are enjoying an erotic tryst in a cactus garden. It’s a prickly experience, but that’s how they like it. “I always get horny when things get thorny,” says one. Meanwhile, in the rose garden next door, two unicorns wearing crowns of thorns snuggle and nuzzle as they receive acupuncture from a swarm of helpful hornets. One of the unicorns murmurs, “This is the sharpest pleasure I’ve ever known.” Now here’s the moral of these far-out fables, Gemini: Are you ready to gamble on a cagey and exuberant ramble through the brambles? Are you curious about the healing that might become available if you explore the edgy frontiers of gusto?

CANCER (June 21-July 22): I predict that four weeks from now you will be enjoying a modest but hearty feeling of accomplishment -- on one condition: You must not get diverted by the temptation to achieve trivial successes. In other words, I hope you focus on one or two big projects, not lots of small ones. What do I mean by “big projects”? How about these: taming your fears; delivering a delicate message that frees you from an onerous burden; clarifying your relationship with work; and improving your ability to have the money you need.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22): Spain’s most revered mystic poet was St. John of the Cross, who lived from 1542 to 1591. He went through a hard time at age 35, when he was kidnapped by a rival religious sect and imprisoned in a cramped cell. Now and then he was provided with scraps of bread and dried fish, but he almost starved to death. After ten months, he managed to escape and make his way to a convent that gave him sanctuary. For his first meal, the nuns served him warm pears with cinnamon.

I reckon that you’ll soon be celebrating your own version of a jailbreak, Leo. It’ll be less drastic and more metaphorical than St. John’s, but still a notable accomplishment. To celebrate, I invite you to enjoy a ritual meal of warm pears with cinnamon.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22): “I’m very attracted to things that I can’t define,” says Belgian fashion designer Raf Simons. I’d love for you to adopt that attitude, Virgo. You’re entering the Season of Generous Mystery. It will be a time when you can generate good fortune for yourself by being eager to get your expectations overturned and your mind blown. Transformative opportunities will coalesce as you simmer in the influence of enigmas and anomalies. Meditate on the advice of the poet Rainer Maria Rilke: “I want to beg you to be patient toward all that is unsolved in your heart and to try to love the questions themselves.”

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 22): I’ve compiled a list of four mantras for you to draw strength from. They’re designed to put you in the proper alignment to take maximum advantage of current cosmic rhythms.

For the next three weeks, say them periodically throughout the day. 1. “I want to give the gifts I like to give rather than the gifts I’m supposed to give.” 2. “If

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I can’t do things with excellence and integrity, I won’t do them at all.” 3. “I intend to run on the fuel of my own deepest zeal, not on the fuel of someone else’s passions.” 4. “My joy comes as much from doing my beautiful best as from pleasing other people.”

SCORPIO (Oct. 23-Nov. 21): The world will never fully know or appreciate the nature of your heroic journey. Even the people who love you the most will only ever understand a portion of your epic quest to become your best self. That’s why it’s important for you to be generous in giving yourself credit for all you have accomplished up until now and will accomplish in the future. Take time to marvel at the majesty and miracle of the life you have created for yourself. Celebrate the struggles you’ve weathered and the liberations you’ve initiated. Shout “Glory hallelujah!” as you acknowledge your persistence and resourcefulness. The coming weeks will be an especially favorable time to do this tricky but fun work.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21): I suspect you may have drug-like effects on people in the coming weeks.

Which drugs? At various times, your impact could resemble cognac, magic mushrooms, and Ecstasy -or sometimes all three simultaneously. What will you do with all that power to kill pain and alter moods and expand minds? Here’s one possibility: Get people excited about what you’re excited about, and call on them to help you bring your dreams to a higher stage of development. Here’s another: Round up the support you need to transform any status quo that’s boring or unproductive.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19): “Everything that irritates us about others can lead us to an understanding of ourselves.” So said psychologist Carl Jung. What the hell did that meddling, selfimportant know-it-all mean by that? Oops. Sorry to sound annoyed. My cranky reaction may mean I’m defensive about the possibility that I’m sometimes a bit preachy myself. Maybe I don’t like an authority figure wagging his finger in my face because I’m suspicious of my own tendency to do that. Hmmm.

Should I therefore refrain from giving you the advice I’d planned to? I guess not. Listen carefully, Capricorn: Monitor the people and situations that irritate you.

They’ll serve as mirrors. They’ll show you unripe aspects of yourself that may need adjustment or healing.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18): A source of tough and tender inspiration seems to be losing some of its signature potency. It has served you well. It has given you many gifts, some difficult and some full of grace.

But now I think you will benefit from transforming your relationship with its influence. As you might imagine, this pivotal moment will be best navigated with a clean, fresh, open attitude. That’s why you’ll be wise to thoroughly wash your own brain -- not begrudgingly, but with gleeful determination. For even better results, wash your heart, too.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20): A “power animal” is a creature selected as a symbolic ally by a person who hopes to imitate or resonate with its strengths.

The salmon or hare might be a good choice if you’re seeking to stimulate your fertility, for example. If you aspire to cultivate elegant wildness, you might choose an eagle or horse. For your use in the coming months, I propose a variation on this theme: the “power fruit.”

From now until at least May 2018, your power fruit should be the ripe strawberry. Why? Because this will be a time when you’ll be naturally sweet, not artificially so; when you will be juicy, but not dripping all over everything; when you will be compact and concentrated, not bloated and bursting at the seams; and when you should be plucked by hand, never mechanically.

Homework: In what circumstances do you tend to be smartest? When do you tend to be dumbest?

Testify at Freewillastrology.com.

---------------------------------------Rob Brezsny Free Will Astrology freewillastrology@freewillastrology.com

ASK JENNY

July 20 to July 26, 2017

BY JENNY WALLIS

“I DON’T LIKE THIS FEELING OF CONFUSION..”

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ear Jenny, I have been friends with a guy for almost 8 months. When I say friends I mean friends, we met through the internet and went on a date. The date seemed great, it went flawlessly, almost as if we’d known each other for years. At the end of the night, we hugged and thanked each other for the evening and then went our separate ways. I remember thinking that he was just being a gentleman, that’s why he didn’t try anything when he had the ample opportunities. But after the second and third dates ended in pretty much the same way, I thought that maybe he simply needed a nudge. So yes, I made a play for him, and you know what I got?

A peck on the mouth! I am not sure what is happening here or if I should continue going out with this guy, hoping something will bloom. The first time we went out he paid for the both of us, since then we have gone dutch. I don’t like this feeling of confusion wondering if he cares about me or not. If he didn’t, why would he want to consistently hang out? It’s almost as though I am having a disagreement inside my head, one part of my brain is saying, “stop seeing him, if something was going to happen it would have happened already.”

The other part of my brain is replying, “this is how the most healthy and loving relationships begin. He is just getting to know and appreciate you.”

I would like to hear your opinion.

-Thanks, Lydia -----------------------------------------------Hi Lydia, Sounds like you are uncomfortable where you are, but you really don’t know where that is. Let me help you, you are in the zone of friends. More commonly know as, the friend zone. When two people meet on a blind date, or on line, it is an unspoken understanding that romance is hopefully the outcome. He knew that that is why he paid for the date. But something happened soon after the first date that made him want

to stop pursuing you romantically. I don’t know what that was, no one does, so it’s not worth trying figuring out. What is worth trying to figure out is what do you want from this? Remember Lydia, it’s all about filling your needs and making sure they are met.

Sometimes we get so involved in trying to please the other person and make the other person see the light (in this case the light is you) we forget about ourselves and what we want. Do you want the kind of feeling that this relationship is giving you?

Do you even like this guy romantically? Or are you now so engrossed in the challenge of changing his thoughts about you, that you don’t even remember if you are interested in him? Consider the possibility that he doesn’t know what you want, maybe he is reading your actions differently than you intend.

There are so many ways to analyze this situation and we could attach so many meanings to every action, but the simplest thing to do, is step away. That goes for many things in life, step away, take a breath and when you revisit the situation, it will look different. You may not want to revisit it at all, but if you do, you will have a fresh outlook.

A lot of times it’s as easy as giving yourself permission to step away; permission to not worry, judge, or analyze.

I hope this helps you see things a little bit more clearly, thanks for the question.

- ♥Nameste Jenny Don’t forget to follow Jenny on askjennynow.com. Contact her at (760) 505-0952

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BEAUTY

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BY DR MARIA LOMBARDO

Dr. Maria Lombardo, Lombardo Cosmetic Surgery is located in Rancho Mirage.

She specializes in both surgical and non-surgical cosmetic procedures including (but not limited to) facial, body and breast surgery, Botox, Latisse, and hCG diet program.

For a consultation or more information, visit lombardocosmeticsurgery.com or call 760-610-8990. Dr. Lombardo will be writing a bi-weekly column for CV Weekly.

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igher temperatures can lead to lower energy, less activity and a general summer malaise. How do you stay feeling, and looking, great this summer? Dr. Maria Lombardo has some great tips to surviving the summer temperatures and staying on top of your game all year round!

1. A good night’s sleep is essential for healthy skin & well-being! No one can sleep for you so take care to get enough & have the right environment to do it! That means about 8 hours in a darkened room – light can disrupt sleep and make you feel unrested even after the correct number of hours.

2. When you sleep your skin repairs itself - get a good moisturizer so that your skin can do its job well.

3. No matter what moisturizer you use, staying hydrated from the inside is essential for healthy skin & it helps flush toxins out of your body! Don’t forget that we live in a desert… you need more water to stay hydrated than people who live elsewhere!

This is especially true in the summer, high heat months. A good rule of thumb is your weight in pounds divided by 2 = the number

of ounces of water you need per day!

4. Everyone knows to wear sunscreen at the pool or playing sports… Here in Southern California you need a minimum of SPF 15 every day to prevent sun damage.

Even if you aren’t outside all day!

5. Summer is here and we are wearing less: shorts and sleeveless tops, not to mention swimsuits… if you are trying to lose those last few pounds to get into your bikini… Eating fresh, whole veggie, fruits, nuts & meats is the way to go! Avoiding processed foods and sugars is necessary too. The hCG diet can help you jump start the weight loss using those same foods.

6. Every cell in your body has a wall made of mostly fats! Eat healthy, good fats every day to have healthy cells! This means skin cells, blood cells & brain cells too! Omega-3 oils or capsule supplements can be helpful too.

7. Frowning & worry lines making you look angry? It might be time to try Botox to soften those lines so people will stop asking you “why are you so mad?” Sometimes the best trick to beating the heat is looking cool!

LIFE & CAREER COACH

BY SUNNY SIMON

THINGS TO CONSIDER WHEN CHOOSING BETWEEN JOB OFFERS

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uring my initial meeting with Stephen it took me about seven minutes to drill down on the problem. My new client suffered from what I call the “Show me the money,” syndrome. Three months ago Stephen started a new job. After a brief honeymoon period, reality set in. His new employer required a road-warrior mentality.

Racking up miles meant being away from his family four nights a week. Not only does Stephen miss family time, his wife experiences extra stress as she single-handedly deals with their six-month old baby boy and four year old twins.

Granted, there are times when you have no other choice than to take the first job offer. If your mortgage is due and your car is about to be repossessed, I get it, necessity rules.

Stephen planned his career move carefully launching his job search when there was no undue financial pressure. He had a stellar resume and was well networked. During his ten week search, my client was pursued by three different companies. Everything was working according to plan until he made the fatal mistake of accepting an offer solely based on the attractive compensation package.

Signing on the dotted line in return for a fat paycheck is tempting. Before you accept any

job offer, take a step back and review the total landscape. A laundry list of multiple factors should be considered. For some individuals, having a great deal of autonomy is high on the list of “must haves.” In that case, careful consideration of a manager’s leadership style becomes a major factor. Add to the list job visibility, company culture and the respectability level of the company’s product or service. Taking a high paying job in a C level company with no advancement opportunities may not be a prudent move.

Think about the corporate environment and the commute. Are you okay working in a bull pit with noise filtering in from all sides, or do you crave a quite cubicle or walled office? Want to drive over an hour in bumperto-bumper rush hour, or be able to ride your bike to work? How about quality of life considerations? Need on-site daycare or flex time versus additional taxable income?

Don’t make a “show me the money,” mistake like Stephen. Devise a list of all the pros and cons before you accept an offer and review it thoroughly. You may find out the highest bidder isn’t the best bet.

Sunny Simon is the owner of Raise the Bar High Life and Career Coaching and the author of the blog www.lifeonthesunnyside.net

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BACKSTAGE JAZZ

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THE ART OF COOL ‘

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he Art of Cool’ is an end of summer soiree in the Art district in Cathedral City. The Colin Fisher Studios contain 5 separate rooms with art and sculpture. Guests will tour the gallery and visit vendors who will be offering samples to licensed medical marijuana patients.

A special reception will be held with cannabis wine and cannabis beer tastings paired with special cannabis appetizers for a limited amount of VIP guests. Medical marijuana patients will be given a bracelet which will allow them to sample products from vendors. Dispensary owners, management, business people and people that are interested in the business will be attending along with celebrities and other VIPs. Amsterdam Connection from the Netherlands will be playing their special brand of smooth jazz, standards, and swing. This duo is a breath of fresh air with Naomi Adriaansz on sax and Tim Welvaars on jazz harmonica. They just came out with their CD called ‘A Tribute to Stevie Wonder’ produced

by smooth jazz guitarist Paul Brown. Naomi has played with famed saxophonist Candy Dulfer, while Tim has performed with artists including Stevie Wonder. They both are jazz teachers in Amsterdam.

It is a private party and is not open to the public.

This is an upscale event for the 45 plus crowd who are interested in the medical marijuana industry, products, and businesses. There are so many innovative products from edibles to drinks, topical products, beauty products and more.

There has never been a greater opportunity to find out about this booming industry, meet the players, and connect and do business.

Lynne Joy Rogers who is with the Community Cannabis Economic Development Corp. (a non-profit that works with the industry to find innovative solutions) emailed that they are planning to attend again and were very pleased with the last event.

Our goal is to foster a community spirit within our industry and provide an upscale event to target an older more upscale crowd that is in keeping with our area. This is a very exciting time in an industry that is long past due. We are excited to be holding elegant parties that reflect the level of interest in the industry. 2018 isn’t far away.

For more info on becoming a sponsor or a vendor contact me at 1-702-219-6777.

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