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meet the team PUBLISHER/EDITOR IN CHIEF Chris Shepperd MANAGING EDITOR Chris Zebo CREATIVE DIRECTOR Brittany Hicks BUSINESS MANAGER Leisha Shepperd ACCOUNT MANAGERS Greg Keith Cody Trimble WRITERS

Luke Murray Brandon Nowalk Amanda L. Reynolds PHOTOGRAPHERS Alana Gonzalez Brittany Hicks Amantha Hons Chelsea Powers CONTRIBUTORS KISS 103.1 KORA 98.3

Essentials:

Listen 4 Think 12 Taste 14 Play 18 Look 20 Stop 30

INTERNS Amy Bauerschlag Derek Favini Alana Gonzalez Amantha Hons Roberto Molar Chelsea Powers Rebekah Skinner

Cover story:

The Absolute Truth...Nothing But Lies by David Einsel and Robert Sebree at the J. Wayne Stark Galleries

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Listen 10 - Get the scoop on some of the newest releases.

By Robert Sebree

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Look 20 - Brandon takes a look at Not Fade Away.

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Casey Donahew Band @ Hurricane Harry’s by Luke Murray

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where: Hurricane Harry’s when: Friday Jan. 25 9 p.m. tickets: harrys.bcsblubs.com 979.846.3343

The Lone Star’s favorite son is making another pass through Aggieland for a rowdy night at Hurricane Harry’s. Casey Donahew Band has climbed the ranks as one of the premier red dirt acts to emerge from Texas. Having begun his life in music while he was a student here at Texas A&M, Casey Donahew returns to his musical stomping grounds to once again bring down the house for a new generation of Aggies. During his college days, Casey took interest in another red-dirt prodigy who was making his way up the entertainment ladder. A young Pat Green was hired to perform at one of Casey’s fraternity parties; Casey found himself inspired by the on-stage antics that Green is now known for. “Pat Green was really the guy who started it all for me in college,” says Casey. “He just did a great job connecting with fans, and later on when we started playing, we really tried to mirror how he did that. He was one of those guys who I thought was a great entertainer and really told stories that people wanted to hear and could relate to, and I think that’s what made him so popular.” Still currently touring off their most recent album, Double-Wide Dream, Casey has been taking time between tour stops to work on the band’s next album. Currently getting good feedback from the crowds on songs

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THURSDAY, JANUARY 24 Gordy Quist and Ed Jurdi @ Grand Stafford Theater Gordy Quist and Ed Jurdi originally started separately before they began sharing the stage collaboratively. Those efforts eventually led to the foundation of the band now known as Band of Heathens. Joining Gordy and Ed will be the Austin-based five-piece, Blue Bear, last year’s winners of the Austin Unsigned Artist Competition. Also taking stage will be Second Lovers and Votary, hailing from Houston and College Station, respectively. 106 S Main St, Bryan January 24, 2013 8:00 PM Tickets: $8/$10 www.grandstaffordtheater.com FRIDAY, JANUARY 25 Ian Ferguson @ Perrine Winery Acoustic performer Ian Ferguson will soundtrack a chill evening of wine drinking and mingling at Perrine Winery. Free to the public. 900 Harvey Rd. Suite 6 , College Station. January 25, 2013 7:00 PM FREE Casey Donahew Band @ Hurricane Harry’s The band’s “double-wide dream” was started years ago at Texas A&M, where Casey first started writing and playing music, and has grown into a hit album, “Double Wide Dream.” Two of the band’s albums have broken into the top 30 on the US country music charts and the video for “Double Wide Dream” premiered on CMT. 313 College Ave, College Station January 25, 2013 9:00 PM $10

stage joined by The Bad Drugs, The Feeble Contenders, and Strange Weapons. 211B S Main St, Bryan January 26, 2013 10:00 PM $5 Salsa Saturdays @ Village Cafe Voted Best Night of Dancing (2011 & 2012), Salsa Saturdays starts with a fun, “30-Minute Crash Course Salsa Lesson” at 10pm followed by a hot night of dancing. Come prepared to sweat and to meet new people at this Aggie hot spot! Visit www.mambosentertainment. com/salsasaturdays.html for more details. 210 W 26th st, Bryan January 19, 2013 10:00 PM Cost: $5 SUNDAY, JANUARY 27 Big Texas Nights Featuring Mark Jungers and the Whistlin’ Mules @ Grand Stafford Theater Mark Jungers and The Whistlin’ Mules play a blend of bluegrass, Americana, and folk that will rock the folk out of you! Geoff Spahr opens with laid-back acoustic music. 106 S Main St, Bryan January 27, 2013 8:00 PM Tickets: $5 www.grandstaffordtheater.com MONDAY, JANUARY 28 White House Lecture Series Presents

Carla A. Hills @ George Bush Presidential Library Ever wonder what it would be like to work for the President of the United State? Your curiosity can stop here. Hear firsthand how Carla A. Hills served as the United States Trade Representative under President George H.W. Bush from 1989-1993. 1000 George Bush Drive West, College Station January 28, 2013 5:30 PM TUESDAY, JANUARY 22 Breakaway @ Reed Arena Non-denominational Breakaway Ministries’ events have already set a record for attendance, and Tuesday’s assembly of worship, inspiration and entertainment will surely set yet another one. For more details check Breakaway Ministries Facebook @ http://www. facebook.com/breakawayministries Texas A&M University Campus, January 22, 2013 9:00 PM FREE WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 23 Salsa Wednesdays @ Village Cafe Salsa Wednesdays at the Village Cafe offer an hour and a half professional dance lesson(8pm) followed by a night of dancing from 9:30-12am. A great night to learn new moves or to just let loose on the dance floor! Visit http://www.mambosentertainment.com/ grouplessons.html for more details. 210 W 26th st, Bryan January 23, 2013 9:30 PM $8 lesson and dancing/ $5 dancing

SATURDAY, JANUARY 26 Blaggards @ O’Bannon’s Blaggards combine traditional Irish music with rock ‘n’ roll to create a style they call “stout Irish rock.” The group has toured all over Texas, played in Ireland several times, and a song from their album “Standards” was featured in the movie “The Kid.” 103 Boyett St., College Station January 26, 2013 10:00 PM Featherface @ Grand Stafford Theater Houston psych/pop/rock Featherface will be visiting BCS to promote their newest release, Actual Magic. Indie-rockers Young Mammals, progressive rock trio Sunrise and Ammunition, and experimental rock band Cleanup open the show. 106 S Main St, Bryan January 26, 2013 8:00 PM Tickets: $8/$10 www. grandstaffordtheater.com The Ex-Optimists @ Revolution Indie, noise rock four piece The Ex-Optimists (from College Station) take Revolution’s

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Gordy Quist & Ed Jurdi @ Grand Stafford Theater where: Grand Stafford Theater when: Thursday, January 24 tickets: grandstaffordtheater.com

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Two of the founding members of critically acclaimed Band of Heathens are performing at Grand Stafford Theater January 24. Gordy Quist and Ed Jurdi originally started separately before they began sharing the stage collaboratively. Those efforts eventually led to the foundation of the band now known as Band of Heathens. Band of Heathens has been named “Best New Band” by the Austin Music Awards and deemed “a mustsee show” by The Dallas Morning News. Unique and soulful on stage, collaboration has earned them a dedicated fan base. Band of Heathens experienced its first lineup change last year with the departure of the band’s third founder, Colin Brooks, along with two other band members. As the songwriting front-men, Gordy and Ed moved forward with residual acclaim and optimism. The new lineup enjoyed an expanding résumé with shows booked for Lollapalooza, Austin City Limits, and Hardly Strictly Bluegrass, just to name a few.

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Joining Gordy and Ed will be the Austin-based five-piece, Blue Bear, last year’s winners of the Austin Unsigned Artist Competition. Also taking stage will be Second Lovers and Votary, hailing from Houston and College Station respectively. Tickets are available at grandstaffordtheater.com.

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MW New Listens

A$AP Rocky “LongLiveA$AP” Released Jan. 15, 2013 New York rapper Rakim Mayers, better known by A$AP Rocky, has released his highly-anticipated, debut studio album following his 2011 release of the mixtape LiveLoveA$AP. The album features collaborations with artists from multiple genres, such as Skrillex, Kendrick Lamar, Big K.R.I.T., and Santigold. The new album is unarguably full of hits, as A$AP is pro at blending catchy pop hooks with rap. Although only released at the beginning of the year, the album is sure to top the charts in months to come.

He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister

Dropkick Murphys “Signed and Sealed In Blood” Released Jan. 8, 2013

Lord Huron “Lonesome Dreams” Released Oct. 9, 2012

Ty Segall “Twins” Released Oct. 9, 2012

With 60s and 70s glam pop influences, the L.A. band He’s My Brother, She’s My Sister has taken the anachronistic sounds of yesterday and molded them into something uniquely contemporary. The five-piece band displays amazing versatility, playing a spectrum of genres effortlessly. Featuring tracks with bluesy influences such as “Can’t See the Stars”, to alternative, modern country, to fuzzy reverbed numbers, each track highlights the voices of siblings Rachel and Robert Kolar.

The Celtic punk rockers are back for their eighth album with more of their token big sound bigger than ever. The band has been praised for staying consistently powerful over the years, and singer Al Burr continues to give listeners his trademarked angry—yet positive—growl of a voice. With influences from The Ramones, AC/ DC, and The Sex Pistols, this punk band has put out yet another solid album that proves punk rock is still not dead; it’s just getting older.

After releasing two well-received EPs, folk-rock band Lord Huron has put out their first full length album. Although the band hails from L.A., their music evokes a place with less traffic, smog, and more mountains. Talk about an escapist album.

Ty Segall has perfected fuzzed-out garage rock and has continued his streak—and even improved it—in his latest release. This album, his fifth solo album, is a bit more psychedelic and rocks harder than past albums. New listeners prepare your ears for loud rock, and old fans know what they’re getting into. For die-hard fans, the album keeps the momentum of Segall’s career moving forward without sacrificing the qualities that made you like his previous recordings. Stand out tracks are “The Hill” and “Would You Be My Love.”

“Nobody Dances In This Town” Released Oct. 9, 2012

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The band plays soft intros to songs that later build up musically into romantic, picturesque folk songs, held together by soothing vocal harmonies and guitars.

Featherface @ Grand Stafford Theater by Amy Bauerschlag

what: Featherface, Young Mammals, Sunrise and Ammunition, and Cleanup Saturday where: Grand Stafford Theater when: January 26, 8 p.m. info: grandstaffordtheater.com

Psychedelic-pop-rock band Featherface will trek to Bryan this Saturday to bring a burst of psychedelic energy to the Grand Stafford stage. The Houston band formed in 2009 and released their debut album Actual Magic at the end of last year. The album is full of swaying, head-bobbing music that masks brooding lyrics seething under the music; but when you listen carefully, you can most certainly hear the vast range of emotion in the lead singerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s voice. The music balances the right amount of fuzziness with poppy hooks anchored in psych undertones. The band has played numerous shows across the Lone Star lately, promoting their recent release, and they will continue to tour for the next few months. Featherface will play Saturday, January 26 at Grand Stafford Theater along with Young Mammals, Sunrise and Ammunition, and Cleanup. For tickets, visit grandstaffordtheater.com.

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Exclusive Interview:

Robert Sebree & David Einsel by Chris Zebo

what: where: when:

Absolute Truth... Nothing But Lies J. Wayne Stark Galleries January 17-March 3 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday-Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

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Over 30 years ago, two young, aspiring Aggie photographers—Robert Sebree and David Einsel—met fortuitously while working as staff photographers at the Aggieland. Sebree had already been working for the publication, snapping shots around campus to embellish the yearbook's layout, when Einsel joined the staff later. Sebree still remembers the day they met and the feeling of an immediate synchronicity with Einsel. Friends and previous social networks soon fell by the wayside as the inseparable kindred spirits spent hours, days, weeks, and months taking and developing photographs together. At a time before the digital photography revolution, before Photoshop and editing software, in an era when negatives were developed in chemical baths in darkrooms—Sebree and Einsel literally had to feel around in the dark to learn their trade. A&M didn't have a degree program for photography, and aside from a few elective photography courses, students who wished to become photographers had to blaze their own trails. After graduation, Sebree left for New York to pursue a career in photography. Einsel stayed in town and worked a stint as a photographer for the Eagle, before moving to Houston and working for the Chronicle. Despite the limited resources at A&M and being self-taught, the formative time they spent together resulted in illustrious careers as professional photographers. In fact, you've most likely encountered their photographs and didn't even know it. Fans of the Showtime hit series, Dexter, for example, may have seen Sebree's still promotional shot of the eponymous lead character standing before a background of blood-splattered wings like a fallen angel. And if you've picked up a Houston Chronicle in the past few decades, you've probably encountered one of Einsel's poignant photos, framed in text reporting some of the world's most harrowing events, such as Hurricane Katrina or the Rwandan genocide. The Absolute Truth....Nothing But Lies, a photography exhibit which recently opened at the J. Wayne Stark Galleries, is a kind of absentee homecoming for the two photographers. Although they are not here in person (Einsel currently resides in Houston, Sebree in L.A.), their careers have returned to their birthplace in one thought-provoking joint exhibit. At the gallery, photographs from each photographer are hung side-by-side, juxtaposing Sebree's manipulated, unreal world of celebrities against the austere verisimilitude of Einsel's photojournalism. For visitors of the exhibit, the contrast in subject matter between each pairing can be at once uncomfortably jarring and lightheartedly humorous, starkly realistic and fabricated fantasy, absolute truth and nothing but lies. We caught up with Sebree and Einsel last week, and in keeping with the exhibit's theme, we asked them the same 7 questions. We were curious to learn how their paths diverged over three decades, after leaving the same darkroom in Aggieland and embarking upon bright yet separate futures.

Left: Einsel - Former Enron chairman Kenneth Lay listens as attorney George Secrest comments on the day’s proceedings during Lay’s trial in Houston, 2006. Right: Sebree - Scott Boras, the sports agent for which Jerry Maguire’s character was based. Taken in 2011.

MW: Back in the late 70s, when you first met each other, what was it that made you immediately feel a kinship? Einsel: Robert and I were raised in Air Force families. Even though we had never met or been stationed at the same bases, I think the shared life experience of moving often and constantly meeting new people gave us a common ground. Certainly, our love for photography had something to do with it, as well.

careers back then. How did you overcome those challenges both together at TAMU and later when you split ways and were building your careers individually?

influence on me. Being self-taught forces you to develop your style; since you're not emulating an instructor, your mistakes become your teacher and your experience becomes your lessons.

Einsel: I processed my first b&w pictures when I was nine years old; and from that time on, I read everything I could about the craft and the great photographers. We had the good fortune to be at A&M at a time when there were a number of

As my professional career developed, I realized that having your own way of doing things is vital; the key to success in any creative endeavor is to bring something unique to the table. I never made the conscious decision to pursue photography; when everyone else in my major was scrambling to arrange interviews with employers before graduation, I was booking a ticket to New York. The day I graduated, I caught a plane and never looked back.

One of the questions this show set out to answer was ‘nature vs. nurture’ and if our work still contains a common thread since we came from the same ‘photographic womb. Sebree--

Sebree: I had been on the Aggieland staff prior to Dave; he started mid-term and was thrown into the mix without any orientation. He asked me to show him the ropes, and I took the opportunity to mess with the new guy and totally misinformed him. He rolled with it, and we realized we had the same sense of humor. Dave was more of a student of photography than I was, which challenged me and caused me to start educating myself on the history and more technical aspects of photography. That led to a massive amount of collaboration and experimentation on both of our parts. As time went on, the bar kept getting raised, and since we always realized we had different strengths and aesthetics, the vibe was always more supportive than competitive. MW: Neither of you have had formal training, and yet you both managed to forge careers out of the ether. Texas A&M didn't have the resources nor the curricula for students pursuing photography

very talented photographers working at student publications and in the community. We supported one another by sharing ideas, resources, and by a little friendly competition. The work we did at A&M gave us a solid foundation to move into our careers. Sebree: There must have been something in the water, as a lot of good shooters came out of A&M from that period. There wasn't a large photographic community, but it was a pretty intense scene. Not having formal training was really a blessing; it gave us the freedom to try anything without someone telling us why it wouldn't work. Our training consisted of studying Rolling Stone, Vogue, album covers, etc. and then trying to figure out the best way to achieve what appealed to us. MTV was brand new and a big

MW: Describe those formative early days in the dark room together in Aggieland, when you were both cultivating your skills and aesthetics. What goals were you both mutually aspiring to achieve in those days? What kind of work and dialogues would you experience together? Einsel: We practically lived in the darkroom. It was our place to get away from everything else and immerse ourselves in the craft and push each other creatively. In the beginning, I don't think either one of us aspired to make a career out of photography. We were just having the time of our lives. Later, I suspect we both realized that this was the path we would travel. Sebree: The darkroom was our club house, home base, and—too often—where we would emerge to realize the sun was already up. At one point, I changed my mailing address to the darkroom. It was an open forum, and there was always

someone there, so people would pop in and hangout—which inevitably led to a photographic discussion or adventure. From the beginning, Dave always had a journalistic integrity about him and he had a natural ability to capture amazing sports images. I was interested in putting on film what I saw in my head. I would shoot crazy set-ups and spend hours in the darkroom sandwiching negatives, playing with litho film, registering paper to accept exposure from multiple negs, etc. I was always trying to figure something out. I can't speak for Dave, but I don't really remember having any goals beyond upgrading my gear and trying to eek my way through the next class; I was just riding the wave. At one point, we started a business together and competed with the established studios, which was a sign of what was to come. MW: Robert, you left for New York after graduation; Dave, you stayed in Aggieland before moving to Houston. What eventually brought you back together for this exhibition? Einsel: Robert and I have been friends for 30+ years. We were talking about our bodies of work and he suggested I do an exhibition. The conversation kept bouncing around, and the idea of doing one together popped up. It made too much sense to not give it a try. Sebree: Dave and I have always maintained some contact, and I was encouraging Dave to pitch a solo show to A&M, since I had a small show there years CONTINUED ON PG 14

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CONTINUED FROM PG 13 ago. One thing led to another and we came up with the idea of juxtaposing our work. It was just one of those ideas that turned into a conversation and then a proposal that was met with enthusiasm; the next thing you know, it's delivered and hanging. MW: Each of you represents one side of a coin, professionally. Describe what you “do for a living.” Not in obvious terms, such as “I take pictures.” Explain your work to someone you've just met. Einsel: I am a paid observer and visual storyteller. Sebree: Exposing images is the reward for what comprises the bulk of my job—which consists of everything from negotiating contracts, to swinging a hammer, to soothing egos, to biting my tongue, to fighting for my vision, to doing paperwork and sitting in front of a computer. I remember when I was digging a hole in the rain in the desert for a portrait we were shooting and my talent came out of the trailer and said, "I bet you got into this line of work for the glamour, didn'cha?" That pretty much sums it up. MW: Have you ever felt envious of a characteristic of each other's work that's not an element of your own? Einsel: We have a healthy respect for each other's work. Robert was once looking over my shoulder as I sorted some images from a Latin American slum on a light table and commented something to the effect that he couldn't do what I do. My reply was that sure he could, what I did was not so difficult, but that I could never do what he does. His comeback was that sure I could. I don't think either of us got the last word. My work is pretty straight-forward. I photograph what is in front of me the best way I can. Robert's work comes from a special place deep in his spirit that even after our long friendship I often do not understand. However, I am always amazed. Sebree: There are aspects of Dave's work and workflow that are very appealing. I have a huge respect for journalistic photography and really do believe that, in the grand scope of things, those are the images that matter most. While delivering the show to the Lindsey Gallery, I overheard Dave say that his images start with the subject and mine start in my head. I think there is some truth to that. MW: After putting the exhibit together and reflecting upon it, what did you personally take away from juxtaposing your work side-by-side? Einsel: I am still trying to wrap my head around it. We both have huge bodies of work, and I am sure if we started the process of the show today we would have a different set of images. Pairing the work speaks to the universality of the craft. A photograph can be beautiful whether it shows the gruesome reality of death or a fantasy portrayed by a model. Sebree: Things move so fast that we tend to focus on the next photo more than the last one, and you lose sight of the body of work that you are creating. So looking back 30 years was a daunting task. For every image included in the show there are many more that could have just as easily been used. One of the questions this show set out to answer was "nature vs. nurture" and if our work still contains a common thread since we came from the same "photographic womb." We mounted the show without a preconceived notion of the answer to that question, and I am interested to hear what the consensus will be. Top: Sebree - Sebree met these twins while working with Janet Jackson; they are both dancers and have been touring with her for years. (1995) Bottom: Einsel - Children of a squatter family stand outside their shack in Chiapas, Mexico. (1994)

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MW New Reads

Friendfluence: The Surprising Ways Friends Make Us Who We Are by Carlin Flora

Have you ever wondered why you seek friends outside of your family? It’s simple: mom probably wouldn’t be amused by your late-night partying and beer pong skills, supper with dad probably wouldn’t be filled with adult jokes and laughter, your sister probably wouldn’t care about who won the Super Bowl, and a spouse probably wouldn’t be so happy to hear about that gorgeous girl in your office. Carlin Flora, a former editor and writer for Psychology Today, examines various facets of friendship, ranging from formative experiences with playground pals to digital friendships on Facebook, recognizing our friend-making skills are the very same skills we need to succeed in life. Though not a how-to book, Friendfluence discovers the impact of our friends on our personalities, life choices, emotions, and even our physical health.

Quiet by Susan Cain

Love Saves The Day by Gwen Cooper

Heisman by John M. Heisman, Mark Schlaback

Gun Machine by Warren Ellis

So you are at the party having a good time and your friend leaves you alone for a few minutes. You get nervous. You don’t know anybody else there and are having a horrible time trying to talk to new people. This happens all the time, like that first day at your new job when you spent all day sitting quietly in your cubicle. You’re too shy, a failure in life. But are you?

We think of cats as pets. We choose, raise, feed, and train them. But what if you were your cat’s pet?

2012 saw Texas A&M’s Johnny Manziel become part of America’s most illustrious athletic fraternity. The first freshman to win the Heisman Trophy was an Aggie? Everybody in Aggieland cheered. But what is the story behind the trophy?

Th award-winning creator of graphic novels such as Fell, Ministry of Space, Planetary, and the recent film-adapted RED, Warren Ellis delivers a suspenseful and riveting novel about NYC detective John Tallow, who unveils hundreds of unsolved homicides after losing his partner in a shootout.

New York Times bestselling author Susan Cain shatters misconceptions about introverts and how their second-class-citizenship status in a country run by extroverts is a colossal waste of talent. Cain introduces ingenious ways for introverts and extroverts to collaborate with each other in the workplace, at school, or early childhood.

Joyfully narrated through the eyes of Prudence, a five-week-old cat, Love Saves the Day is a laugh-out-loud story about how the life of a cat and her “adopted” woman is filled with laughter, tuna, catnaps, and music. When Prudence’s unchanging routines are shaken by an unexpected event, the cat is forced to live in a new apartment with strange people. Now she has to “train” a new woman whose only way to cope with the loss of a distant mother becomes the opinionated, irrepressible feline.

Little is known about John W. Heisman, the man who was named national player of the year in 1936 and for whom the trophy is named. In Heisman, the legendary coach’s great nephew, John M. Heisman, and New York Times bestselling author Mark Schlabach presents the official biography of a young boy from northwest Pennsylvania who became one of America’s best football coaches. His legacy now continues to immortalize the crème of the crop of college football.

Gun Machine takes Tallow to a higher level of evil, an unprecedented darkness in NYC brought about by a killer who may well be the most prolific murderer in the city’s history. With detailed depictions of violence, ruthless action, and incorruptible bravery, Gun Machine is a thrilling page-turner.

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Located in an unassuming strip center in south College Station sits a small, cozy, sushi bar by the name of Azure. The blue abode has a full bar with an extensive saki selection and sushi bar. Sushi chef, Jin Tao Zou, also known as Sunny, came to our table to take our order. It wasn’t long before we learned how affable he would be throughout our entire dining experience. When more time was requested before placing the order, he immediately asked what kind of sushi we preferred and the general flavors we liked in an effort to make recommendations based on our preferences. It was difficult deciding because the signature roll page, albeit more expensive, was more intriguing; but their lunch special is one heck of a bargain. For $8.99 you receive your choice of two classic rolls, such as the California, spicy tuna, and Philadelphia roll, accompanied by miso soup and a salad topped with sesame-ginger dressing. Sunny suggested we begin with an order of calamari served with his special sauce and guaranteed it would be unlike any other calamari we’d ever had. The calamari arrived in record time along with our order of avocado miso soup. Sunny was right on the money: the light, crunchy tempura batter allowed the essence of the calamari to shine through. The light, sweet sauce and a garlic wasabi aioli made the common appetizer stand apart from the ordinary. Prepared tableside, the avocado miso soup was slightly underwhelming. The pureed avocado base accompanied by sauteed onions, shrimp, and roasted tomato was almost too smooth for me. Perhaps I’m too much of a traditionalist, but my preference was for their standard miso soup. Since Sunny had not failed in his previous recommendations, we put our trust in him. He recommended the Prince Roll; and I initially questioned his suggestion, as the menu description looked rather ingenuous: tuna, albacore tuna, salmon, soy paper, and Sunny sauce. But one taste of the roll and my opinion quickly changed. The fish trio was incredibly fresh (turns out that Sunny has his fish flown in because he can’t get the freshness he desires locally). The ingredients in the roll blended together harmoniously, and when topped with a light, refreshing lemon sauce, the combination of zest and freshness was mouthwatering. A large number of rolls found on their signature menu have interesting names, such as the Sweet Amy Roll (a sweet, almost dessert-like sushi roll which is a must), T.J. Fresh Roll, and Joe’s Roll. Sunny has a large following of regulars, whom ask him to recreate a roll they’ve had previously or to concoct their own roll for them. Instead of simply recreating, Sunny experiments by substituting a different type of fish or creating a new sauce until he finds just the right balance of flavors. Once satisfied, the roll finds a permanent home on the signature menu with a new name which alludes to its muse. After sampling four rolls at Azure, the high standard Sunny has set for himself is evident. Everything brought to the table was crafted artfully with acute attention to detail. For the adventurous soul, release your inhibitions and let Sunny come up with a custom sushi tray for you and let his creativity shine. Or bring in an innovative idea for a sushi roll and perhaps your name will appear on the next menu!

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Grub for by Luke

Murray

<$5

We’ve seen you trying to get a bite to eat and having to ask the cashier for a water cup; not because you prefer water, but because you can’t(or won’t) shell out an extra $1.50-$2 for a drink. We get it. And we’re here to help you get the best bang for your buck—well, 5 of them or less. Where can you eat for $5 or less? Of course, any fast food drive thru has a value menu these days. But if you want something other than fast food, here are a few choices to eat on a between-the-couch-cushion budget.

Fuego Tortilla Grill

If you’ve been in Aggieland for any length of time, you’ve likely heard of this place. The best thing about Fuego, besides being open 24 hours, is that their portions are Texas-size. You can grab a mealsize taco and load it with all the pico de gallo and sour cream you want for around $4.

Antonio’s Pizza by the Slice

Rosa’s Cafe & Tortilla Factory

Rosa’s continues to turn out outstanding traditional Mexican cuisine just like they turn out their light and fresh tortillas. Be sure not to miss out on their weekly taco trio special every Tuesday consisting of not one, not two, but three tacos accompanied by rice, beans and a side of their freshly, in-house prepared tortillas. Dine in, take out, or drive through • 710 University Dr E College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 691-8501 • $-$$

Rosie’s Pho

Rosie’s Vietnamese soup is the perfect cure-all for stuffy noses, colds, hangovers, and everything in-between. But the culinary expedition doesn’t stop at pho. It continues with all the classic Chinese staples, such as Mongolian beef, fried rice and lo mein, just to name a few. The menu even takes a culinary trip to Thailand and Japan, and vegetarian options are numerous. Portion sizes are large, ensuring plenty of leftovers. Dine in or take out • 2001 Texas Ave S Ste. 300 College Station, TX 77840 -- (979) 680-8580 • $-$$

Fuego

Using traditional Mexican ingredients as a launching point, Fuego takes it a step further with innovative twists on Mexican standards. Tacos like the Juan Pablo take what would be an ordinary chicken taco and adds a thick slice of bacon and spicy mayo. Open 24-7, Fuego is a superb place to grab a late night snack, and their breakfast tacos are delicious and inexpensive. Dine in or take out • 108 Poplar College Station, TX 77840--(979) 703-1804 • $

Shiraz Shish Kabob

Located in Northgate, Antonio’s is a great choice when you’re trying to stretch your dollar. Their pizza slices are anything but small, and a slice of pepperoni is only $2. Splurge and get 2 for under $5. If you’re looking to eat healthy, try their vegetarian slices. You can be health-conscious and still eat on spare change.

C and J’s BBQ

With barbeque being a staple of the College Station diet, C and J’s is among the best. Patrons are given the choice of creating their own plates or ordering one of their signature sandwiches. C and J’s is a carnivore’s delight. Enjoy brisket, jalapeno cheddar sausage, pulled pork, mac ‘n’ cheese, banana pudding, and many other Texas barbeque classics. Dine in take out • 105 Southwest Pkwy College Station, TX 77840--(979) 696-7900 • $-$$

Atami

Serving both traditional sushi as well as hibachi grill entrees, Atami’s diverse menu options and atmosphere make it the perfect place to treat a date to a romantic evening or to gather a group of friends around the hibachi. Be sure to stop in between 5pm-7pm Monday through Thursday for Atami’s happy hour, featuring appetizers, rolls, drinks and cocktails all at discounted prices. Dine in take out • 800 University Dr E College Station, TX 77840 --(979) 268-8883 • $$

Caffe Capri

Gentlemen; let this be your secret weapon in your romantic date night arsenal. From the moment you lay eyes on the place, you know without a doubt that you’re in for a special evening. The tantalizing smells of fresh bread baking, the sights of spicy Cajun fettuccine being tossed in a rich cream sauce in the open kitchen makes this restaurant a hit. Cozy booths and dim lighting give Caffe Capri a quaint date-night atmosphere. Plan on waiting outside for a table Friday and Saturday night. Dine in • 222 N Main St Bryan, TX 77803 --(979) 822-2675 • $$

Sodolaks Beefmasters Restaurant

Spoons

Maybe you have a sweet tooth or perhaps it’s breakfast time. Froyo has increasingly become a healthy meal replacement for those watching their waistlines. Spoons, and a list of other places in town, charges you by the weight of your bowl. If you want to avoid the bad calories, stay away from the candy options and go for the granola and fruits. You can get a belly full for under $5, and most of the froyo places give you a punch card to eventually earn a freebee.

curries in entrees such as the Chicken Tikka Masala and Butter Chicken are complex and savory. All portions are filling and come with the lightest, freshest naan(bread). Dine in or take out • 2416 Texas Ave S College Station, TX 77840 --(979) 696-6560 • $$

Family owned and operated since 2008, Shiraz Shish ^ Kabob is the premiere destination for Mediterranean cuisine

in College Station. From succulent skewers of spiced lamb, to beef and chicken gyros, everything that comes out of the kitchen is seasoned to perfection. Sticks of meat not your thing? Shiraz has a wide selection of vegetarian-friendly entrees that are sure to please. Dine in or take out • 110 Dominik Dr College Station, TX 77840 --(979) 694-8385 • $$

Taz Indian Cuisine

If you have never tasted Indian food, stop everything you’re doing and run down to Taz Indian Cuisine. With a wide selection of menu items and an outstanding lunch buffet, Taz is a must for any spicy food enthusiast. The blended

Chicken fried bacon! Does anything else need to be said? This is just one of the many southern inspired items you can expect when you dine at Sodolaks. Enjoy one of their sizzling steaks ranging in size from 14 to 64 ounces. From the large family style portions to the experience of drinking sweet tea from a mason jar, Sodolaks sets the blueprint for how country food should be prepared, consumed and enjoyed. Dine in • 3500 Texas 21 Bryan, TX 77808--(979) 778-4999 • $

Frittella

Frittella serves all the usual suspects of Italian dining, including artisan, handmade and cut pastas. But what separates Fritella from the pack is its namesake, the frittella. The classic frittella comes in the form of fresh raised dough filled with mozzarella and tomato sauce. Then the whole thing is deep fried in the finest olive oils and topped with tomato sauce. Multiple versions of the classic are available, including a signature desert frittella. Dine in or take out • 3901 South Texas Avenue Bryan, TX 77802--(979) 260-6666 • $

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BEST BETS - Jan 24 - 31

Casey Donahew

@ Hurricane Harry’s where: Hurricane Harry’s when: Friday Jan. 25 9 p.m. tickets: harrys.bcsblubs.com 979.846.3343

Blaggards @ O’Bannon’s where: O’Bannon’s Taphouse when: Saturday Jan. 26, 10 p.m. info: obannonstaphouse.com

Blaggards combine traditional Irish music with rock ‘n’ roll to create a style they call “Stout Irish Rock.” The group has toured all over Texas, played in Ireland several times, and a song from their album “Standards” was featured in the movie “The Kid.” Blaggards will transport you to the Emerald Isle musically, but the unique band was founded in Texas, of all places. The band recently just picked up a new fiddle player, Bonnie Riley, and they’re getting ready to tour Ireland again later this year. Get a head start on St. Patty’s Day (it’s less than 2 months away, believe it or not) with one the region’s most fun and energetic Irish rock outfits.

Book Signing @ Hastings (College Station) where: Hastings when: Thursday Jan. 24 2-4 p.m.

BEST BETS - Jan 24 - 31

Salsa Dancing

@ Village Café

where: Village Café when: Weds 8 p.m. Sats 10 p.m. info: mambosentertainment.com

Voted Best Night of Dancing two years in a row, the Village Cafe’s popular salsa nights are like taking a trip to Latin America in your own backyard. On Wednesday and Saturday nights, the Village dance floor takes a pounding from hundreds of Aggies and locals each week. If you’ve never danced salsa, not to worry: one of the most popular things about salsa at the Village is the lessons offered before each night of dancing. Wednesday nights offer an hour and a half lesson for those who want to learn how to dance. Saturday night begins with a fun (and often hilarious) 30-minute “Crash Course Salsa Lesson” at 10pm. After the lessons on Wednesdays and Saturdays, the dance floor opens up to social dancing.

Trivia Night

@ Revolution

where: Revolution Cafe and Bar when: Mondays 9 p.m. info: facebook.com/ Revolution-Cafe-and-Bar Monday nights are pretty boring; it’s too early in the week to party and too early in the week to study. So, you’re kind of left with nothing to do but Facebooking, channel surfing, or Netflixing. But it doesn’t have to be that way. What if you could spend a Monday night with a drink in your hand and “study” at the same time without feeling like you’re partying or doing your homework? Well you can do just that. Every Monday night, Revolution Cafe hosts Trivia Night from 9pm till just before midnight, ending just in time to sleep 8 hours before class on Tuesday. The night features five rounds of trivia with prizes: first and second place get a bar tab, third place gets a few consolation drinks.

Fate & Friendship @ J. Wayne Stark Galleries where: J. Wayne Stark Galleries when: Opens Jan. 24, 2013 Ends March 13, 2013 info: uart.tamu.edu

In 1974, while living in the Berkshires of Massachusetts, young American artist Jack Delulio met Swiss-born John Hansegger, a prominent figure of 20th century art. Little did Hansegger know that an invitation to the racetrack from Delulio would culminate into over a decade of mentorship, collaboration, and the birth of a new style of art. The work of both artists will be displayed at the J. Wayne Stark Galleries in A&M’s Memorial Student Center through spring of 2013. The exhibit features styles each artist embraced throughout their careers, such as abstraction, surrealism, and portraiture.

Winter can be a drag. Fortunately for Texans, we don’t have to deal with it for too long; by mid April you might be doing cannonballs into swimming pools(and we mean outdoor pools). But until then, if you catch a case of cabin fever and you want to get out and do something different, we’ve offered three fun indoor places to avoid the chill and beat the fever.

Grand Station Entertainment

Beating Cabin Fever: 101 by Amy Bauerschlag

Located off Highway 6, Grand Station is the playground for all ages, offering laser tag ($5-$7), bowling ($4.45/person), mini-golf ($4-$6), and an array of arcade games. It’s open till 2am Friday and Saturday nights, and the place has a couple of bars inside to grab a beer or cocktail. It’s a wholesome entertainment venue to allow your inner child(or your adult child, if you’re 21+) to roam free, and you can’t beat the prices.

Champion Firearms

For those who hunt, want to practice their aim, or just want to shoot a gun for the first time in their lives, Champion Firearms’ shooting range offers patrons the opportunity to practice nailing a bullseye with $10 day passes. You can rent guns and purchase bullets on-site if you don’t have your own, and they offer a variety of gun choices. But it’s not for the faint of heart.

Spirit Ice Arena

You’re probably thinking, “Ice? You’re suggesting I go from cold to colder?” How ever true that might be, Texas is not graced with the luxury of solid ice ponds in the winter; so take the opportunity to go with the second-best option. Plus, you’ll be sweating while ice skating more than you will from any of the other activities we’ve listed. The rink is open to the public at various times throughout the week and costs $8 to skate plus $3 per skate rental(if you don’t bring your own). Also, if you get sick of falling on your butt, sign up for a “Learn to Skate” session. Visit their website at spiriticearena.com for skate times and special events.

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BCS Billiards by Derek Favini If you ever grow tired of the usual bar crawl Olympics and want to anchor the revelry in just one place with a few friends, consider chalking a cue and shooting some pool. Bryan-College Station has not one but three pool halls, and each one has its own character, nightly specials, and additional diversions(aside from billiards). Regardless of how well you shoot, we’ve assembled a short list of the area’s three pool halls for sharks and minnows. You’re going to see that even if pool’s not your thing, there are several other things to do in each venue. P.O.E.T.S Billiards has a generous 16 Simonis-clothtopped pool tables, and if you have to wait for a table, you can kill time playing shuffleboard, darts, Golden Tee, Buck Hunter, or air hockey. P.O.E.T.S offers nightly specials, such as Wednesday’s $2.00 well whiskeys, free games of pool for those 21+ on Sundays, and Thursday night is Aggie Ring Night, which offers free pool to current students and alumni wearing Aggie rings. P.O.E.T.S. also has karaoke every Friday night, adult trivia Monday nights, and beer pong

tournaments every Thursday and Sunday night. Fast Eddies has over 20 pool tables, ensuring the shortest wait—if any—for a table. They host a Ladies Night every Thursday with $2.25 margaritas and $4.25 beer ritas. Sundays, Fast Eddies celebrates happy hour all day long and keeps the good times rolling with free pool for all. They also have a bar food menu, with classics such as cheese sticks, boneless buffalo chicken bites, and beer battered jalapeno bites served with a side of cool ranch. If you’re looking for a different place to watch the game, Fast Eddies has plenty of big screen TVs. Since 1979, Yesterday’s has offered a unique environment to have mixed drinks, ½ lb. homemade burgers, and a game of pool with friends. Smoking is allowed indoors, giving Yesterday’s that authentic, hazy, old-time pool hall ambiance. The chance to relish a cigar, swill down a whiskey, and shoot a game of pool gives Yesterday’s old-school charm and character. The venue hosts half-priced pool & shuffleboard weekdays after 3pm until 7pm. They also have darts, and the last time we visited, several people were playing cards at tables and drinking—do bring a deck and order a pitcher.

Yesterdays Bar & Grill

Ptarmigan Club

Joe’s Place

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We’re known for our delicious 1/2 lb. homemade burgers, daily drink specials, Wednesday’s $0.50 wing night, & $1.50 draft Tuesday’s. Enjoy playing pool, darts, Golden T. Golf, Buck Hunter & shuffleboard, or relax while watching the flatscreen TV’s in the comfortable lounge area. For food, fun & spirits, check out the best bar food in town, open 365 days a year.

Yesterdays Bar and Grill

MONDAY- $2 Domestic Bottles & Domestic Drafts $3 Red Snapper Shots TUESDAY- $3 Calls $3 Kamikazees WEDNESDAY- $1.50 Domestic Drafts $3 FMG & Purple Fun Shots THURSDAY- $1.75 Wells $4 Drop Shots FRIDAY- $3.50 Jack Daniels, Absolut, Bacardi, & Bombay $3 Water Moccasins FREE Hot Wings Till They are Gone!! SATURDAY- Happy Hour All Day SUNDAY- $1.75 Domestic Bottles

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Joe's Place is a long time local tradition opening in 1940. Known for the monsterous burgers, cold beer and good bull. The relaxed atmosphere is the perfect place to hang out with family or watch the game with friends. Walk-Ins Welcome Good For Groups Good For Kids Take Out Waiter Service Outdoor Seating

Fully Stocked Bar Pool Tables Shuffleboard Outdoor Bar Patio w/ Fireplace Juke Box Flatscreen TVs Darts Buck Hunter Golden T. Golf

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where: Hastings when: Thursday Jan. 24 2-4 p.m.

Saving Grace Book Signing @ Hastings by Roberto Molar

Imagine a Texas attorney escapes a troubling life in the courts only to become more troubled by, of all things, voodoo witchcraft, the unsolved mystery of her parents’ death, and a return to the courtroom in defense of a new friend. Cool story, right? But don’t open your laptops and start penning it; the story’s already been written by Texas A&M Alumna and Houston author Pamela Fagan. She will be in town January 26 signing copies of her award-winning romantic mystery novel, Saving Grace. Featuring the author’s own personal experiences, Saving Grace won the 2010 Writer’s League of Texas Manuscript Competition in the category of romance. It was also voted top ghost story by the Houston Writers Guild in 2012. And Fagan’s list of awards doesn’t end there. She’s also won in categories of mainstream fiction and narrative non-fiction in the Houston Writers Guild for Conceding Grace and How To Screw Up Your Kids. The latter book won first place in the 2012 USA Best Book Awards in the category of parenting/divorce/family. Though Fagan received a law degree from the University of Texas Law School, her roots are firmly planted in Aggieland, where she earned a bachelor’s degree in business administration. Maroon blood runs deep in her family, as the author’s great grandparents, grandparents, and parents continue to hold close ties with the Aggie family—a picture of Joe Fagan, her grandfather and A&M’s former golf coach, is displayed in the university’s Hall of Fame and Honor at Kyle Field. Don’t miss a chance to chat with a fellow Aggie and get your copy of Saving Grace signed between 2-4pm at Hastings.

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Not Fade Away

by Brandon Nowalk

Not Fade Away opens with a clip of James Brown dancing to “There Was a Time” suddenly interrupted by the beeping of the Emergency Broadcast Signal. that familiar-yet-jarring sound overlaps with a classic guitar riff opening of “(I Can’t Get No) Satisfaction.” As the postmodern mash-up fades out, we’re on a bus where Mick and Keith are trading American blues records and talking around the idea of forming a band, the scene shot in sumptuous black-andwhite. Already, Not Fade Away suggests rock and roll is liberating, dangerous, young, and destined for some great heights. It’s electric. And that’s just the prologue. Cut to a color view of Manhattan from Jersey, an American flag raised high above a theater rooftop, and a group of American kids catch the Stones’ pass and start a band. We know it’s 1961 because the marquee advertises Roger Corman’s Pit and the Pendulum. Not Fade Away surfs through a decade of historic, perhaps outsized, cultural importance, but the Kennedy assassination and Vietnam

exist in the margins. This isn’t about America in all caps or the sixties in the Forrest Gump sense. Instead, the historical markers are purely pop culture. Forties wunderkind Orson Welles and thirties icon Marlene Dietrich mourn lost time in a well-placed Touch of Evil clip. “No man can prolong his allotted hours,” says Rod Serling on TV. The fledgling band’s breakout performance is a stopgap rendition of “Time Is on My Side.” This is about an artform driven by evolution and a teenager growing up and a band falling apart. It’s right there in the title: every moment in the movie is about coping with the reality that everything eventually fades. The domestic scenes boast the comically sour tone of writer-director David Chase’s HBO series The Sopranos. More surprising is Chase’s directorial dynamism. He

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plunges through a crowded basement party to focus on the drummer, our protagonist, Douglas, played by John Magaro like Dylan without the cred. Chase reappropriates rock iconography with a punk spirit, giving Magaro a Dylan silhouette, setting bandmate Jack Huston up for a motorcycle crash, circulating the Tibetan Book of the Dead. Since everywhere we go is some nocturnal way station for disaffected youth, the lighting scheme is rapturously focused from the dim, cramped spots of a basement to the street-lamps and headlights dotting a sparse LA road. And the ending is even more radical than the opening, a sudden, self-conscious break that leads into the most infectious exit song since The Social Network faded out with “Baby, You’re a Rich Man.”

Drama | R |

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grandkids for a while in this would-be comedy about the generation gap. Maybe you need to be old to get it? At least Marisa Tomei co-stars. PG (104 min.)

13. Life of Pi

A multi-religious boy crosses the Pacific on a lifeboat with a tiger in this New Age light-show that spans the distance from moving triumph to involving survival guide to thoughtless headache. Is pretty enough? PG (127 min.)

14. The Impossible

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Ratings:

Motion Picture Association of America rating definitions: G - General Audiences. All ages admitted. PG - Parental guidance suggested. Some material may not be suitable for children. PG-13 - Special parental guidance strongly suggested for children under 13. Some material may be inappropriate for young children. R - Restricted. Under 18 requires accompanying parent or adult guardian. NC-17 - No one under 17 admitted.

Star Ratings: stay home if you’re desperate has moments worth price of admission good stuff don’t miss it

1/2

1. Mama

some fart jokes for the rest of the year. R (86 min.)

1/2

The greatest takeaway from this creepy, jumpy, winter horror picture is that Jessica Chastain will do literally any movie she gets offered. Guillermo “Executive Producer” del Toro’s rubber stamp is more selective. PG-13 (100 min.)

2. Zero Dark Thirty

Kathryn Bigelow’s cerebral procedural dramatizes the “War on Terror” by following the US on its decade-long manhunt for Osama bin Laden. It’s smart, focused, risky, in a word, adult filmmaking. R (157 min.)

3. Silver Linings Playbook

Bradley Cooper tries to control his bipolar disorder by preparing for a dance competition with a new friend, the depressed Jennifer Lawrence. Come for the feel-good funny, stay for the electric performances. R (122 min.)

4. Gangster Squad

1/2

The garish, ill-fated shoot-em-up kept getting postponed and restructured since its original debut shortly after the Aurora theater massacre. Wish they had kept it on the shelf longer. R (113 min.)

5. Broken City

1/2

You’re never gonna believe this, but good cop Mark Wahlberg was framed by Mayor Russell Crowe, and now he has to scramble to exonerate himself. Fine, but I’m getting too old for this crap. R (109 min.)

6. A Haunted House

Marlon Wayans moves into a—you guessed it— haunted house in this long, raunchy (which is not the same thing as funny) spoof. Come on, Wayans. Save

7. Django Unchained

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Tarantino’s slavery epic is an ungainly beast, but of course it is. Thing is, Django is also Tarantino’s least complicated revenge drama yet, fighting fire with fire and winning. Christoph Waltz needs a new Oscar. R (165 min.)

8. Les Miserables

The dizziest shrug of a movie since I accidentally filmed the inside of my pocket on my phone. The superficial drama in the script is one thing. The headache montage of the film is quite another. PG-13 (157 min.)

9. The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey

The high frame rate technology isn’t the jerkiest part of this Fellowship rehash. The story is jack of all plots, master of none. Good thing Jackson’s already done the Gollum legwork. Those bits are gold. PG-13 (169 min.)

10. The Last Stand

The Governator got demoted to a small-town sheriff in this delightful, stone-stupid action flick on the border. Hey, dumb fun that knows it’s dumb fun is a rare winter treat. R (107 min.)

11. Lincoln

Daniel Day-Lewis leads an all-star cast in the passage of the 13th amendment, using expediency, corruption, and lies. It isn’t pretty to watch the democratic sausage get made, but with Spielberg, it sure is tasty. PG-13 (150 min.)

12. Parental Guidance

Billy Crystal and Bette Midler babysit their

The devastating 2004 tsunami becomes an inspirational backdrop when a separated western family struggles against all odds to reunite. I hope the sequel follows the Indonesian families that couldn’t reunite. PG-13 (114 min.)

15. Jack Reacher

Tom Cruise investigates the bizarre sniper shootings of five seemingly unrelated people in this fun, winter pop entertainment. Say what you will about Cruise, but the man can act. PG-13 (130 min.)

16. Argo

1/2

Ben Affleck the actor glowers to show how serious this is while Ben Affleck the director lets loose on his best movie yet. The Iran hostage crisis has never been so fun. R (120 min.)

17. This is 40

Judd Apatow’s follow-up to Knocked Up is typically five hours too long and suffers that dreadful second-act sad period, but at least he’s nice enough to include funny jokes in his comedy. R (134 min.)

18. Wreck-It Ralph

1/2

19. Texas Chainsaw 3D

1/2

20. Monsters, Inc.

1/2

John C. Reilly takes a villain on a hero’s journey in this arcade version of Toy Story. More importantly, they made Sarah Silverman a Disney princess and she tore the establishment down. PG (108 min.)

Leatherface finds some new teens to kill in the newest episode of the newest incarnation of the fiery Vietnam-era horror classic. The climactic sequence is interesting, but I’d look it up online instead. R (92 min.)

3D re-release or not, there’s a lot to love in the early Pixar film: the universe where monsters haunt children’s dreams, John Goodman’s vocal work, adorable child Boo. Sequel’s just around the corner. G (92 min.)

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Fate and Friendship @ J. Wayne Stark Galleries

by Roberto Molar

“Hans not only was a mentor and patron but a great friend, father-figure, and fellow artist,” said Delulio. “Every artist needs a Hansegger; my life is complete now that I met my champion.” Hansegger was an unconventional artist. He participated in most of the major artistic movements of the 20th century; his career spanned seven decades and graced five continents. Throughout his career, Hansegger’s remarkable creative output caught the attention of famous artists such as Picasso and Fernand Leger; the latter becoming Hansegger’s mentor. Hansegger knew his success was, in part, due to Leger’s guidance, and when the opportunity arose for him to become a mentor himself, Hansegger sought his own pupils. For a time in Europe, he mentored famous artists such as Paul Klee and Piet Mondrian. But after moving to America permanently, the master artist was amazed by the proclivities of a young Jack Delulio. Hansegger became master and mentor for Delulio, who later became a well-respected figure in the art world. Although Delulio and his wife Cindy moved to Houston in 1977 from the northeast, the artists’ relationship remained binding for years. Each inspired the other until the master passed away in 1989. The work of both artists will be displayed at the J. Wayne Stark Galleries in A&M’s Memorial Student Center through spring of 2013. The exhibit, Fate and Friendship, features styles each artist embraced throughout their careers, such as abstraction, surrealism, and portraits.

where: J. Wayne Stark Galleries @ MSC when: Opens Jan. 24, 2013 Ends March 13, 2013 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Tuesday-Friday 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday

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Runyon Cameo Examples and Paperweights Permanent Exhibit Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Art Menagerie January 17-February 13 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

info: uart.tamu.edu

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MSC OPAS February 15-April 14 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

STARK GALLERIES

Absolute Truth, Nothing But Lies January 17-March 3 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm Hansegger & Delulio: Fate and Friendship January 24-March 13 Tuesday - Friday: 9:00 am - 8:00 pm Saturday - Sunday: 12:00 pm - 6:00 pm

GEORGE BUSH PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY AND MUSEUM

Conflict & Development: The Nexus of Animals, Environment, and the Human Condition

Ends March 31 Mon-Sat 9:30am-5 pm Cost: Adults- $7.00 Seniors-$6.00 TAMU & Blinn Students- Free Other college students with ID- $3.00 Children (6-17)- $3.00 Genome: The Secret of How Life Works Ends July 5 Mon-Sat 9:30am-5 pm Cost: Adults- $7.00 Seniors-$6.00 TAMU & Blinn Students- Free Other college students with ID- $3.00 Children (6-17)- $3.00

SEAD GALLERY

Anguspaul- Colorpalooza Ends February 22 10:00am-6:00pm FREE

ART 979

Exhibit by Kent Kessinger

Ends January 31

photo by Chelsea Powers

30 Reasons Not to Be in a Play @ Town and Country Center By Derek Favini

Ever dream of performing in a Broadway play or think that your problems would fade away if only you were a rich and famous actor/actress? Well, hold off on those dreams until you witness the behind-the-scenes tribulations of stage life in the Brazos Valley TROUPE’s production of 30 Reasons Not to Be in a Play. 30 Reasons peels back the curtains of the main stage and shines a spotlight upon the unimaginable hijinks that accompany a regular stage production. From backstage rehearsals to the cast’s final bows, the performance will have the audience laughing at the comedic pratfalls of thespian life.

An abridged version of the show was performed by The Brazos Valley TROUPE last June in Lewisville, at the Texas where: T own and Nonprofit Theater’s 17th Annual Youth Conference lead by Country Center Director M. A. Sterling. When the curtain finally closed, critics attending the show were elated by the hilarious performance when: Jan 25 & 26 and impeccable comedic timing exhibited by the young performers. Now the Brazos Valley TROUPE is excited to be the family fun back to the Brazos Valley this month info: 979.846.4903 bringing with most of the original cast returning, as well.

LOOK

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THINK

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“Buy One, Get One Free”--you can’t afford *not* to own these! by Matt Jones

Across

Down

1 Mosque officials 6 Stop, drop or roll 10 Agents of change? 14 Tag cry 15 Olympic figure skater Kulik 16 Trade 17 “Our movies are so riveting they contain ___” 19 One of Marlon’s brothers 20 Immigrant’s class, briefly 21 Horse with whitish hairs 22 Mineral used in sandpaper 24 Sugar alternative in chewing gum 26 Block, as a river 27 Dog doc 28 Where press releases arrive 31 Kartik Seshadri’s instrument 34 Bean whose top producer is Cote d’Ivoire 35 One of George of the Jungle’s pals 36 It’s got an outskirts 37 Hard to see through 38 Play like a bad CD 39 Lance on the bench 40 Frivolous decisions 41 Stopped existing 42 Strands in the back 44 2013 Golden Globes cohost Tina 45 Say without saying 46 It opens many doors 50 Bitter end 52 Cafe au ___ 53 Lofty poem 54 Candid 55 “Our pillows are extra full because we ___!” 58 Half-owner of Lake Titicaca 59 “Disappear” band 60 ___ in the bud 61 Overly emphatic assent said with a fist pump 62 Nair competitor 63 “Strawberry Wine” singer Carter

1 Textbook section 2 Shy and quiet 3 In any way 4 Alternative to gov, edu or com 5 Word before pistol or kit 6 Totally necessary 7 Tiger’s ex 8 2016 Olympics city 9 Type and type and type 10 Samba singer ___ Gilberto 11 “Our meringues stand up so well that you’ll see ___” 12 Win at chess 13 Dalmatian feature 18 Cantankerous old guy 23 “I ___ over this...” 25 “Terrible” ruler 26 Dealer’s packets 28 DEA figures: var. 29 Music magazine 30 Held onto 31 Word on a Kool-Aid packet 32 Greek vowel 33 “Our races are scrutinized down to the millisecond because we use ___” 34 His nose was tweaked many times 37 Submitted a ballot, perhaps 38 Simon ___ 40 Auto race units 41 London entertainment district 43 Words at the start of a countdown 44 Epic ___ 46 The P in PBR 47 King in the Super Mario Bros. series 48 Hubble of the Hubble Telescope 49 Gossip 50 Not quick to catch on: var. 51 Fencing sword 52 De ___ 56 “A Chorus Line” hit 57 Go kaput 2013 Jonesin’ Crosswords (editor@ jonesincrosswords.com)

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MAN ON THE STREET Do you think you are cooler online than in person? Why or why not?

STOP

“No, it’s hard to convey tone unless it’s Instagram.”

Channing

“Yes, because I can edit my pictures.”

Submit your pictures to editor@maroonweekly.com. Each week, we will feature a picture in the paper.

Andy

“I’m cooler in person because of my friendly personality.”

Chris

“Definitely cooler in person because I look less active online. “

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