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This year marks Pygmalion’s 10th anniversary. Over the last decade, the Pyg has brought some pretty killer talent to CU—Yeasayer, David Bazan, Titus Andronicus, Dan Deacon, Japandroids, The Books, Caribou, Built to Spill, The Dodos, Eternal Summers, Hospitality, Grizzly Bear, Craft Spells, Dirty Projectors (and so, so many more)—and this year, Pygmalion’s 10th year as a CU mainstay, might be the biggest year yet for the music and arts festival: But if you are reading this, you probably already knew that. This will be my fourth year in attendance, and I could not be more excited. PygX’s stellar lineup, along with the wisdom I have acquired through three cycles of fest-going, makes for a winning combination and guarantees that this will be the best Pygmalion yet. In an effort to share some of this wisdom and help all my fellow attendees have an equally rad time, here are my top Pyg tips: See as many shows as you can: There are so many bands playing over the fest’s four-day-run and, (unless you have a Time Turner) it’s unlikely you will be able to catch them all, but do not let that keep you from trying! A lot of the venuews are near one another, so it will be very easy to stroll over to Canopy Club from Krannert or between HighDive, Mike ‘N’ Molly’s, Memphis On Main or all the other venues downtown. Confused? We have included a map on page 16, which should clear things up a bit. Utilize public transit: Champaign-Urbana’s masstransit system has won tons of national awards, and with good reason: Barring some unforeseen disaster or terrible traffic, you can make it between downtown Champaign and campus in about seven minutes. Parking on campus can be difficult to secure, so if you do get a spot and don’t want to give it up, the bus provides a fantastic, cheap and environmentally friendly alternative. Pro tip: University parking lots are free weekdays after 5 p.m. and on weekends. If you’re more the pedals-and-chain type, park that bike at Champaign Cycle’s bike corral and score a free beer. Stay out late: The biggest mistake I made at Pygmalion 2012 was skipping Craft Spells’ late night show for an afterparty. They were fresh off their Gallery EP and from the friends who did attend the performance, I heard nothing but ecstatic praise. You may think you’re too tired, but you’re not. Don’t be like me: After all, Pygmalion only comes around once a year.
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TIPS FOR YOUR PYG TRIP BY BRITTANY MONACO It’s that time of the year again: The Pygmalion Music Festival is back. You may know a lot about the festival, but that doesn’t necessarily mean you always know what to expect. Here are a few guidelines for big, crowded and sometimes overwhelming festivals: - Refer to the website to see if there are any changes to the schedule. - Stay in big groups and plan a meeting place, as shows become crowded and overwhelming - Know the area. You may think you’re familiar with the basics of a venue, but when tents and stages are set up, a well-known place can turn into something new. - Plan out a schedule to see different artists and authors ahead of time because being at the festival can be overwhelming without any sort of plan. - Stay hydrated and full. - Have fun! Take as much advantage of the activities as possible since this festival only comes around once a year. BUZZ STAFF
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(or sarcastically telling me not to): I've been on this Earth for 22 years now, and if you think I haven't been told that my resting face is superbly bitchy, you're an idiot. No one fails to mention my resting scowl, especially strangers. (Fun fact: They're usually older dudes.) Why these people think that they are entitled to tell me to change my face, I will never know. During my most recent work shift, I was asked to be at the front desk. Two men came walking in, and one of them immediately says, "God forbid that you smile. Please, don't do that!" I then feigned amusement with a halfhearted smile and laugh, like I always do. That usually appeases the dopes and sends them on their merry little ways. However, this guy was more persistent than the others. As he made his was back to the door, he told me to have a nice day. I told him thanks, and that he have one, too. He could have left on that semi-amicable note, right? Of course not! "Remember, don't smile," he says. He's leaving, so I kind of roll my eyes and don't respond. "Hey! Do you like it better when people tell you to smile or not to smile?" he asks. I pause for a couple seconds, so as not to flip him the bird. Then, I give him my finest Aubrey Plaza blank stare and say, "I don't like it when people say either." This seemed to confuse/frighten him, so I was somewhat pleased. Moral of the story: Don't tell me to smile or sarcas tically tell me not to. There's no quicker way to see my actual bitch face.
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» CITES saves the day: Just a quick recap-- Just last week I was having enourmous issues with connecting my illinois.edu gmail account with Apple mail. I'm a pretty tech savvy girl, but even the step by step tutorials didn't help me out. After a primary visit to the CITES desk in th Ikenberry library failed me, I thought my account was doomed and I'd have to resort to refreshing my browser every 7 minutes or so for the rest of my college career. I reached out for help in last week's gripe (actually expecting nothing) and I got feedback!! HUGE shoutout to David from IT Problem Managemnt for coming to the rescue and saving me from going absolutely mad. Also, shout out to Adam for acknowledging that he had no idea how to help with my Macbook, but offered to take me out to coffee anyway. That was cute. I'll think about it.
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The Maze Runner (9/19) James Dashner’s thrilling, dystopian tale is the latest young adult book to receive the silver screen treatment, following in the footsteps of The Hunger Games and Divergent. The Maze Runner is about a boy who wakes up with no memories in a community with other young men, only to discover they are trapped inside a dangerous maze, populated by mechanical beings called Grievers. Tired of hiding, the community launches an escape attempt that could cost them their lives. Teen Wolf star Dylan O’Brien leads a male-dominated cast in what should be an action-adventure of nonstop suspense. Gone Girl (10/3) David Fincher directs this thriller based on Gillian Flynn’s award-winning novel. Ben Affleck stars as Nick, a man who is accused of murdering his wife upon her disappearance. The media turns its attention to him, as clues lead authorities to believe he may not be as innocent as he claims to be. Having read the book, I can guarantee the movie is filled with twists and turns, and David Fincher is bound to give the material a dark, moody spin and elevate it to Oscar-worthy status.
Ouija (10/24) Ouija is basically Jumanji for horror junkies. When a group of teens starts playing around with an old Ouija board, they inadvertently unleash an evil presence upon themselves and their surroundings. It’s about time that someone adapted the famed spirit board into a movie, which looks to be a throwback to the schlocky teen horror of the ‘90s, fresh in our memories from flicks like I Know What You Did Last Summer and The Blair Witch Project. Ouija will compete with Annabelle as the horror movie event of the Halloween season. Horrible Bosses 2 (11/26) One of the most original R-rated comedies of recent memory has received the sequel treatment, and the trailers do not disappoint, boasting most of the original cast and plenty of laughs. Jason Bateman, Jason Sudeikis and Charlie Day play the leads once again, this time running their own business when they become involved in a kidnapping scheme. Thankfully, Jennifer Aniston is back in one of the most memorable roles of career. If The Hunger Games: Mockingjay – Part 1 isn’t your cup of tea, catch this raunchy romp at Thanksgiving instead.
Penguins of Madagascar (11/26) The sleuthing, quick-witted penguins that stole the hearts of audiences nationwide in Madagascar finally have their own movie. In this spin-off, the flightless birds join an undercover organization known as The North Wind to save the world from an evil doctor.
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University of Illinois is not your average school. With some of the top programs in the world, students from around the globe and a campus prettier than some cities, it does not come as a surprise that students bleed orange and blue when it’s time to walk across the stage. However, when focused on the scenery and activities that come along with campus life, one aspect students may forget to enjoy during the four-year adventure is the actual location of the school. Champaign-Urbana offers tasteful restaurants, marathons and a movie festival amongst many other activities. And, specifically, when memories of outdoor music and being surrounded by the company of fellow music lovers come to mind, CU is here to bring that dream to life as well. Welcome, ladies and gentlemen, to the Pygmalion Music Festival. “(Pygmalion) started off as a music festival that was purely a collection of different shows in different venues in Champaign and Urbana and on campus,” festival creator Seth Fein said. “It started off with a budget of about $8,000, and now our budget is about a quarter of a million dollars. It has really grown in the last 10 years.” Beginning on Sept. 25, Pygmalion is aiming to surpass music lovers’ expectations of an average music and arts festival. Celebrating its 10th year, attendees
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will have the chance to see acts such as CHVRCHES, American Football and Real Estate play on a stage specifically for them. The festival combines acts from around the world, with renowned authors and local craft makers to join together for four days of what has become one of the biggest cultural experiences in Champaign-Urbana. “Last year, we implemented a literature festival with a partnership with the Department of English,” Fein said. “It is completely free and features author readings from authors around the country and the world. We fly them in and bring them in to read from their (work).” This year, the Pygmalion Literary Festival will feature the talents of writers such as Audrey Petty, Peter Orner, Richard Siken and Jamaal May. In an interesting merging of both music and literature, Deafheaven’s George Clarke will give a reading before his band takes the stage on Sunday evening. The festival, however, isn’t limited to just books and music. “In addition to that, Made Festival is a vintage and handmade craft fair. It features 40-plus vendors that takes place in downtown Champaign, right outside of the entrance of the music festival. It’s becoming a multi-faceted event. Next year we’re implementing a tech conference into the festival as well.” With three festivals housed in one location
for attendees to experience, Pygmalion finds a way to culturally unite its guests. “Adding other components to the festival will ultimately help create a stronger and richer cultural experience for everyone,” Fein said. “It stands to reason that people who enjoy listening to the type of music at Pygmalion will also like to shop and check out funky and interesting handmade items. They’d probably also like literature and like to read books and listen to authors read their short stories. I think it creates a broader sense of cultural community and a greater critical mass of interests from people.” Pygmalion is one of the main events around campus that brings art—in a number of forms—to the local scene. When combining bands that have performed at Lollapalooza and Pitchfork with local and nationally known artists, Fein has one goal in mind. “My aspirations for growing the Pygmalion Festival have only ever been based on the idea that I want it to be better,” Fein said. “I want the artists to be more exciting and more interesting within the structure of the genre I work. And I also want people to learn about as many new bands as possible. Somebody may buy a festival pass to see a couple of different bands, but they may turn to all kinds of bands that they’ve never heard of before and walk out with a new favorite band. That’s part of the goal.”
Pygmalion’s CU location also gives audiences the chance to see their favorite artists up-close and personal without thousands of fans blocking the way. “Hosting this festival in a small city allows us to offer concert-goers a unique experience that can’t be had at most festivals. People who come to Pygmalion walk away saying that it was fun,” Fein said. “They actually see the acts and hear them instead of watching them on a big screen from the distance.” For those debating whether Pygmalion is the event for them, Fein has a few words of advice. “The truth is, the best thing we can do is remember that Pygmalion isn’t going to be for everyone,” Fein said. “We didn’t design the festival thinking that it’s ‘come one; come all.’ It’s designed for people who like that music and style of music. This festival appeals to people who are really interested in new, independent and original rock music. We didn’t make the festival to appeal to everyone, and we’re okay with that. We strongly believe that it will find its way to the people (who) like what we do.” Now in its 10th year, Pygmalion gives music lovers the festival the local scene needs. With literature and craft components to give the festival an extra flare, this is one event not to be overlooked. “We’re not your average music festival,” Fein said. “Just have a good time.”
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Little Green Cars performs in the crowd at Pygmalion Festival in 2013. Champaign, IL. Photo by Megan Swiertz
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Chicago rockers Twin Peaks may be young, but they’re already taking the world of punk by storm. The band recently
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released their sophomore album, Wild Onion, this August. There’s been a lot of hype surrounding these guys, especially when it comes to their live performances, so I’m definitely making room for them in my schedule to see if they live up to their reputation. - Christine Pallon
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I am not a dancer. Blame my coordination, blame my low
Their music is so complex with layers and layers stacked
vocabulary of moves, but at pretty much every show I’ve
on top of each other. There's so many parts to their music,
Although they're primarily a band exclusive to summer
If you've seen a video of one of EMA's live performances, you'd
been to, I’ve been a watcher. Taking in the little nuances
but only 4 band members. I'm excited to see how each band
playlists, I'm pumped to see Real Estate in September. What-
know why I'm excited to see her. Her performances are just so
of performing in a swaying motion, but no dancing. Sun Kil
member plays their part of the songs to see their music come
ever the weather's like on Saturday, I'm confident Real Estate
raw and full of emotion. Her songs are chaotic, twisted, and many
Moon coming to Pygmalion is the perfect show for me. Mark
to life. - Alicia Lee
will have their crowd dancing in the sand. - Ricky Sneigowski
times, incoherent, but that's what make her music so interesting.
Kozelek’s newer songs can groove, but I don’t think anyone
She performs to the audience as if she is having a conversation
would call them danceable. Kozelek airing his dirty laundry
with them and there's never a dull moment. - Alicia Lee
in his stark lyrics and acoustic accompaniment is definite-
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ly something a watcher can get lost in. Hearing “Richard Photo by Daniel Arnold for SPIN
Ramirez Died Today of Natural Causes” live could make me a happy guy for the rest of the semester. I just hope there are no loud hillbillies in the audience to piss him off. - Justin Kamp Photo by Marcel Everett
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TYCHO
ELSINORE
When it comes to electronic music, most DJs and music
The Champaign-Urbana indie pop band is no stranger to Pygmalion. Elsinore has played at the festival every year since
artists are seen on stage with just themselves and their lap-
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top, turntable, and the like. But Tycho plays his music with a
its inception in 2005 (frontman Ryan Groff even played a solo
Outside of Animal Collective, Panda Bear produces ambient
live backing band including drums, guitar, bass, synth, etc.
set in 2009 along with the band's performance). It's no acci-
experimental pop with an attention to lyricism that elevates
That brings so much more dimension to the performance
dent, either. Elsinore knows what they're doing when it comes
each song into something more than just well-produced mu-
to live shows and have consistently been one of CU's top
sic – it’s an expression of ideas and feelings where every sound
bands over the past decade. Celebrating 10 years of Pygmalion
has its purpose. As such, Panda Bear’s set a Pygmalion will be
Marcel Everett is one of those individuals that makes you
just wouldn't be right without celebrating Elsinore's on-going
more than just an average performance, it’ll be a worthwhile
contemplate what you have doing for the past 21 years. At the
legacy along with it. It can be said year after year, but it would
life experience. - Eli Tracy
tender age of seventeen he released XXYYXX, a collection
be a mistake to pass up their set at Pygmalion. - Sean Neumann
and the music. - Alicia Lee
XXYYXX
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of both unrecognizable remixes and original content that breathe fresh air into a scene that tends to get congested quickly. Additionally, Everett reiterates the beauty of DIY recording and mixing in an era that is overwhelmed by lackluster content. With his infectious beats and his ingenious arranges XXYYXX is sure to bring the sexy atmosphere of future-garage to Pygmalion. - Elizabeth Morales Photo by Maria Louceiro for Pitchfork
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companied by singer Sadie Dupuis’ pessimistically poetic lyrics come together to create an album that harkens back
but also to tell the person next to me, "Hey, I've seen this
to the golden age of grunge. The band is notorious for ending
dude play in the Union before." - Ricky Sneigowski
their shows with a particularly loud finish, so you can bet that their set will be insane. - Christine Pallon
paign bands at Pygmalion this year, don’t pass up Acker. I appreciate the nice change of pace with the lack of vocals. My old violinist-self sincerely loves that cello and it blends beautifully. - Jessica Gonzalez
cana came out last year. Their loud, often messy sound ac-
There's always something special when it comes to seeing
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If you want to seek out at least some of the local Cham
I’ve been dying to see Speedy Ortiz ever since Major Ar-
local bands. Sure, I'm primarily looking forward to the music,
ACKER
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We up in dis bitch, finna get crunck, eye brows on flick, the fuck, the fuck.
THE DIRTY FEATHERS: As far as C-U local fare goes, it doesn’t get any crunchier, more crazily and psychedelically kookier, or flat-out groovier
who understands the importance of Pygmalion season for
Football's homecoming will be all sorts of things – exciting,
the Champaign-Urbana music scene, so it's likely you'll see
emotional – but most importantly, it will be special. It's going
the band at its best. - Sean Neumann
to be special for the Champaign-Urbana music scene, who will
than The Dirty Feathers. With every live show injecting a venomous dose of high-octane garage jams into the collec-
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THE SUPERIOR STATE I’ll admit I only just started listening to The Superior State, but darn I’m mad I didn’t start sooner. If you’re looking for another Il-
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out of the town. It will be special for the fans, who will travel
tive bloodstream of energetic audiences across Champaign-
from around the country to celebrate one of the most beloved
Urbana, it’s clear why Midnight Snakes remains one of the
emo albums in the past quarter century. And it will be special
local scene’s most impressive records to date. Carrying on
for the band, who exploded in popularity after their break-up
the legacy bestowed when NPR dubbed them one of 2011’s
and will finally celebrate the praise they missed out on when
best Bandcamp bands, The Dirty Feathers are poised to play
first releasing their self-titled album in 1999. - Sean Neumann
not only one of the best local sets of the festival, but one of Pygmalion’s best sets in general. – Austin Gomez
linois band at Pygmalion, don’t forget these guys. Even if you aren’t the biggest Indie Folk lover, there’s a vague element of the early 80’s
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pushing through which really widens the appeal. - Jessica Gonzalez
ALEX G The lo-fi singer-songwriter will bring an endearing DIY vibe
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to the festival. While the weekend will be filled with larger rock acts like Chvrches and Real Estate, Alex G's set will be a nice change of pace in a personable set. - Sean Neumann Photo by Melanie Levi
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INTO IT. OVER IT.. Over the years, it’s clear that Evan Weiss has developed a soft spot for Champaign deep down. With much of his musical influ-
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ences coming from records released under the Polyvinyl label along with headlining the first Skeletal Lightning Fest in 2013, it’s
THE FIGHTS
no surprise that the emo revivalist is making another return for
The fact that I want to see Tycho at Pygmalion is something that
Very few local bands have as strong a sense of blend and
Pygmalion. Although Into It. Over It. reached a new benchmark
would have shocked and probably kind of pissed off year-ago me.
dynamic as The Fights; every musical aspect is consistently
by playing Lollapalooza this past summer, many local fans are
But damn if they can’t make some music that hits your emotional
held in balance providing for a studio clarity even at their
center, or at least makes you feel as though whatever it is you’re do-
live shows. Musicians in every sense of the word, The Fights
ing at that moment is important and/or cool. Definitely something
are sure to be a highlight at this year’s Pygmalion. - Eli Tracy
AMERICAN FOOTBALL
anticipating a rightfully smaller, more intimate set when the artist performs on Sunday afternoon at High Dive. - Austin Gomez
Easily the most anticipated set of the weekend, American
I could get lost in live. Really can’t wait to see them. - Justin Kamp Photo by David Sampson for Pitchfork
Photo used with permission from Resinator
CHVRCHES
RESINATER Resinater is made up of two bassists and a drummer, and as
Even while Scottish band Chvrches has only released the criti-
such their sound is a huge and aggressive force characterized
cally acclaimed The Bones of What You Believe, they have quickly
by its destructive inertia. A band that is known to break cym-
became a summer music festival staple. It’s difficult to encompass
bals and bass strings, Resinater guarantees one of the most
how well Chvrches has been able to orchestrate a contemporary
intense and heavy sets of the Pygmalion lineup. - Eli Tracy
take on synth-pop. While there are many other bands in the realm of electronica, it is due to the cohesive conception of Lauren Mayberry’s voice and Iain Cooks and Martin Doherty’s instrumentals that they are able to not only set themselves apart but they are also able to create a timeless sound. - Elizabeth Morales
Photo used with permission from Withershins
WITHERSHINS The local shoegazers are hot off the release of their third Photo by Maddie Rehayem
record, Mt. Fuji in Blue, and frontman Isaac Arms is a guy
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CU’S GOT IT MADE Made Fest offers vintage finds, pumpkin spice doughnuts and a possible kitten appearance BY NATALIE CZARNOTA
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conjunction with the Pygmalion Music Festival, photographer Justine Bursoni and shop owner Alexia Brown collaborated to create The Made Fest. They decided that the handmade and vintage festival would appeal to the community, University students and the attendees of Pygmalion. “We figured (Pygmalion) would be a great way for our sellers to connect with other artists, musicians and writers that will be in attendance. Most of all, we were wanting to inspire people to buy and support independent and local and national artists, designers and makers,” Bursoni said. Vendors will be selling a wide variety of goods at this open-air market, including different types of interesting jewelry, unique home goods, handmade and vintage clothing, tasty goods, and much more. Last year, The Made Fest had 24 vendors, a few of which are returning this year.
One of the more popular ones was Plant Mode. “I’m returning to The Made Fest as a vendor because Alexia and Justine have created a super dope outdoor market. It’s full of likeminded, small start-up folks like myself. It’s basic design goodness that was way fun last year, and it’ll be way fun this year,” Plant Mode owner J. Matthis Helmick said. Plant Mode, located in Champaign, sells plants in reused containers commonly thrown away by people, as well as locally made stoneware pieces and vintage items. The actual plants include lots of cacti, succulents, Tillandsia and Marimo. Helmick believes that the Kokedama will be the highlighted item from Plant Mode this year. Another local returning vendor is Dear Home, owned by Christina Wondra. “The Made Fest is one of my favorite shows of the year. It’s great to be able to set up shop
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locally, right here in Champaign while listening to the Pygmalion bands. I’ve been a longtime fan of Pygmalion, so what could be better than doing both at once?” Wondra said. Dear Home offers affordable, one-of-a-kind vintage items for homes. It also offers handmade items, such as handmade vintage notebooks, which are made with illustrated pages of discarded library books for the cover. The Cabin Collection will debut, which includes a curated set of vintage rustic items inspired by the great outdoors, offering items such as wool blankets, military bags, macramé, barware and globes. The Made Fest will be an especially great opportunity for Wondra to interact with her customers. “Besides having a booth space at Vintage Karma in Tuscola, I’m primarily an online shop and don’t get to chat face-to-face with my customers. So in this second year, it’ll be great to meet new people
and see returning familiar faces,” Wondra said. In addition to the returning local vendors, vendors will be travelling from faraway states to sell at The Made Fest. Coast to Coast Mobile Vintage is one of them, currently stationed in the Northeast. It is a travelling vintage shop, selling vintage clothes for men and women, as well as accessories. The Made Fest will be kick starting the shop’s tour out West this fall. “Shoppers can expect a unique experience and one-of-a-kind finds sourced from across the USA. Also, our kitten Munchkin may be making an appearance on Sunday, and she is the real looker of the group,” owner and curator Jaimee Dormer said. Most of the vendors this year will be new, however. One of them is local Pandamonium Doughnuts, which is selling donuts made from scratch every day using only real, fresh and natural ingredients. This means no trans-fat, artificial
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Spice, Apple Cider and Earl Grey Meyer Lemon. “I think the fall flavors will be really popular because it is that time of year, and fall flavors are always the best time of the year to bake. So I assume if people are like me, they will be craving
seasonal goodies,” owner James Kyung said. This Made Fest will be located outside the entry gate of the Pygmalion’s music component and will be free to the public. The marketplace will be in the parking lot at
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Dude, fix your fucking face.
PYGMALION ARTISTS IN TELEVISION & FILM
Mark Kozalek from Sun Kil Moon in Almost Famous. Photo used with permission by Paramount Pictures.
Your favorite artists from Pygmalion are also in your favorite shows and movies BY ASH VALENTINE For those who will miss their favorite artists after Pygmalion, fear not. If you look hard enough, you’ll be amazed to find a few of them hidden in your favorite shows and films. Lead singer and songwriter of Sun Kil Moon Mark Kozelek has dabbled in film roles as a musician in romantic comedy Shopgirl and in Vanilla Sky as a passerby who yells at Tom Cruise’s character, “Dude, fix your fucking
face!” in a tone almost comical in its viciousness. Kozelek often cameos in movies playing Sun Kil Moon songs in the background, and in Shopgirl, Jason Schwartzman’s character helps fix Kozelek’s amp right before a concert in a clever play with the fourth wall. Kozelek also wrote, directed and starred in On Tour, a documentary about his draining life as a musician.
Careful listeners will also find Pygmalion artists’ work in many shows and movies’ soundtracks. “Science/Visions” by CHVRCHES makes an appearance in CSI episode “Frame by Frame,” and “Gun” was featured on Grey’s Anatomy episode “Man on the Moon.” Ambient electronic artist Tycho provided songs for cartoon and anime showcase Toonami. Toonami ran several inspirational music videos
that stitched together anime scenes to teach life lessons, and Tycho’s “Dictophone” provided the backdrop for its “Live Life to the Fullest” segment. “Cascade” by Tycho also played during Toonami’s tear-jerking final broadcast before a six-year hiatus in 2008. Tycho’s distantly melancholic tune perfectly complemented the scene, and the last shot of robot showrunner TOM blasting into the sunset still gets me every time.
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WHAT'S FOR LUNCH? Fuel your festival with buzz's Pygmalion food guide BY PAUL ANGELILLO
Friends enjoy food, drink, and company at the Urbana International Beer Tasting and Food Truck Festival. Photo by Alyssa Abay.
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hile the Pygmalion Festival promises four days of stellar music, it also, for the culinary inclined attendee, offers four days to feast at some of CU’s very best spots. Whether each day’s lineup draws you over to the Champaign or Urbana side of town, there’s always a quick bite— or something more filling—only footsteps away. Those making the Thursday-night trek from the performances at Krannert Art Museum to those at Krannert Center are sure to work up an appetite. While the museum’s location is rather isolated from any restaurants, the change in stages opens up a true selection of dining options. Those looking for the very quickest of meals to fit in the 15-minute lull between acts need look no further than Manolo’s Pizza & Empanadas, directly south of Krannert Center on Oregon Street. The shop’s two namesake items—also two of the quintessential “handheld” meals—are done creatively and vibrantly, drawing
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on local ingredients to create things like the Shepherd’s Pie Pizza and the Turkey Dinner Empanada. With gluten-free and vegetarian options at the ready as well, Manolo’s offers a quick, cheap option for anyone hoofing it to their next act. Diners seeking a more leisurely, sit down meal, on the other hand, need not venture off of Oregon street, either. The Bread Company on Goodwin, just around the corner from Manolo’s, offers sublimely fresh breads and bistro food. Homemade soups, pâtés and various bruschette headline a cultured list of hors d’oeuvres that’s followed by a selection of salads, fondues, pasta and cuts of steak and fish. Grilled sandwiches— made from their fresh baked bread—close out the menu and offer a good to-go option as well. Though the restaurant closes at 9 p.m., a nice selection of wine and some great dishes to share make The Bread Company a real good reason to
skip out on an act and set aside some time for a real dinner. Plus, with Friday’s shows hosted again at Krannert Center and at the nearby Canopy Club, you have two chances to try these delicious Urbana spots. While Thursday and Friday are all about what Urbana has to offer, the second half of the festival is centered on downtown Champaign, drawing attendees to a variety of locations on and around Main street. With acts kicking off at noon instead of in the evening, having both lunch and dinner options at the ready is key. Smack dab in the middle of all Pygmalion’s weekend action is Radio Maria, located right across from Blind Pig with menus set for any time of the day. Open at 10:30 a.m., the restaurant begins a brunch service with omelets, tortas, salads and French toast galore. Then, staying open until 2 a.m., Radio Maria breaks out an incredible menu of tapas and din-
ner items to pair along with a expertly crafted drink menu and wine list. Options run the gamut from delightfully crispy eggplant frites and artichoke hearts to charcuterie, calamari, paella and succulent steaks. Vegetarian options are no afterthought either, with green curry hot pot and sweet pea ragout dishes truly shining. Those looking for elevated bar fare in an energetic, fun environment will feel right at home at Seven Saints. Located adjacent to Mike ‘N’ Molly’s, another one of Pygmalion’s venues, the tavern dishes up 14 different types of delectable sliders alongside other bar classics like cheese curds, sweet potato chips and Bavarian pretzels with tangy pale ale mustard. Though sliders are the undisputed star of the show, Seven Saints’s salads are no slouch, with all 10 of them packed to the brim with fresh veggies and homemade dressings. The drink menu (it goes without saying) is phenomenal. Look for a
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wide array of featured beers, whiskeys of all origins and signature cocktails that’ll have you bouncing up and down at your next show. Lastly, those looking for a midday sugar rush or a sweet way to end their evening can pay a visit to Cream & Flutter, adjacent to the Blind Pig on Walnut Street. Trademark fresh-baked and frosted cupcakes headline the selection of desserts, which includes housemade candies, brownies, cookies and different flavors of ice cream. The coffee service is also notable, providing just the reason to have a seat and look out at all the festival action on the street. Though dancing around on a full stomach doesn’t sound like the best idea, Pygmalion truly sets the stage for a celebration of some of CU’s best food. So, while it might be hard to pick which act to skip out on to carve up some free, your taste buds will surely be thanking you. September 19-25, 2014 buzz 15
7+856'$< The 92s Krannert Art Museum 7:00-7:30pm Diamond Youth Krannert Art Museum 8:00-8:30pm A Great Big Pile of Leaves Krannert Art Museum 9:00-9:45pm Elsinore Krannert Center 10:00-10:30pm
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EMa Canopy club 11:00-11:45 pm
Wicked Walls Highdive-Outdoor stage 1 3:30-4:05pm
The Range highdive-outdoor stage 2 9:30-10:15pm
Kirkwood West bull and dog 12:00-2:00am
Gardens and Villa Mike n molly’s 10:15-11:15pm
Forrest bump Canopy club 12:00-12:30am
Acker Exile on Main-Outdoor 4:00-4:30pm
DJ Belly Highdive-indoor 10:00-12:00pm
Chvrches dj set Highdive-indoor 12:30-2:00am
Motes memphis on Main 10:15-10:45pm
Single Player Red Herring 12:00-1:00am
Pillar Point Highdive-outdoor stage 2 4:10-4:50pm
CHVRCHES Highdive-outdoor stage 1 10:30pm-12:00am
Bookmobile! Mike n molly’s 1:15-12:00am
Cody and the gateway drugs Cowboy Monkey 10:30-11:15pm
xxyyxx Canopy Club 12:00-12;30am
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Speedy Ortiz Red herring 1:00-2:00am
Miniature tigers highdive-outdoor stage 2 5:50-6:30pm
Andrew Voris/Doogie Horner Memphis on Main 11:30pm-12:00am
We the animals cowboy monkey 1:15-2:00am
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Josh Berwanger Band Cowboy monkey 12:00-12:45am
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Josh Berwanger Band Cowboy monkey 12:00-12:45am
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