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Roadtrip to Orlando Can we win again? ENTERTAINMENT Looking for a weekend getaway in Jackets head to Wake Forest this October? Head south to find a scare weekend to try and convert the like none other. Page 23 Deamon Deacons. Page 30 Technique • Friday, October 10, 2003

Can you feel the delivers Chicken N Beer love ? The rapper speaks with the ‘Nique about his newly released and years at Georgia State Part-time Atlanta resident and international superstar Elton John By Echezona Ukah sity, Georgia State, Ludacris spent a will be in concert Nov. 19 at the Contributing Writer lot of time interning at a radio sta- Arena at Gwinnett Center. The tion in Atlanta as a DJ. It was there show is at 8:30 p.m. and tickets are Have you ever wondered what that he learned a lot about how the available for $61. you would do if you saw a chicken music industry works. drinking beer—perhaps laying un- “Being at the radio station, there der the tap of a keg with its beak was a lot of hands-on things and Chris Rock drops by wide open? I might microwave some learning a lot of political stuff about popcorn and cheer the chicken to the business,” Ludacris said. Atlanta to perform 50 Cents’ In da Club. Well, during One such entertainer was famous King of comedy Chris Rock will an interview to promote his new producer . He took a day be in Atlanta Nov. 9 at the Fox album, Chicken off his job at the Theatre as part of his “Black Ambi- N Beer, which radio station to tion” tour. It starts at 8 p.m., and dropped this head to Virgin- tickets, on sale Saturday, Oct. 11, Tuesday, Ludac- “I tried that excuse ia and record a start at $40. ris told the ‘Nique track with Tim- what he would when I forgot my baland. He used say if he saw a girlfriend’s birthday—it the excuse that Hoobastank to chicken with he was having beer-in-beak. didn’t quite work out family prob- play at Tabernacle Rapper and as I expected,” lems. Rock group Hoobastank brings actor Ludacris, “I tried that its sound to the Tabernacle next born Chris Bridg- Ludacris excuse when I Friday, Oct. 17. Make sure to check es 25 years ago, Rapper/Actor forgot my girl- out the show and our interview with has come a long friend’s birth- next issue to hear their way since he ap- day—it didn’t recap of the show, especially since peared on the hip- quite work out the venue is so close to Tech. hop scene with his first and second as I expected,” he said. : Back for the 1st Time in Indeed, Ludacris did learn a lot 2000 and in 2001. at the radio station. So much that Soulful lineup at With album sales totaling over sev- he went ahead and started his own en million and numerous awards, label in order to take better charge the Roxy Theater including Grammy nominations, Lu- of where he wanted to steer his ca- , Gavin DeGraw and dacris has proven to be a strong reer. Today, he is the CEO of Dis- Marc Broussard perform at the Roxy influence on the hip-hop commu- turbing Tha Peace, based right here next Wednesday, Oct. 15. The nity, especially here in the South. in Atlanta. Photo Courtesy Def Jam Records ‘Nique will sit down with Degraw While he studied music man- Ludacris’ sports his unique fro promoting the newly released album and Broussard at the show. Look agement at our neighboring univer- See Ludacris, page 18 Chicken N Beer. He started college as a music management major. for the interviews next issue. Jaqbo Cafe delights with Tarantino outshines even himself tasty tapas, atmosphere with fourth feature film Kill Bill By Evan Zasoski so all of you vast multitudes with- By Jason Allen ment jolt delivered from start to Speaking of violence, there’s lots Contributing Writer out personal transportation don’t Contributing Writer finish. Uma Thurman plays a name- of it. Not the quick hint and then have to worry. less character known only as “The cutaway wimpy version, either. The Jaqbo Bakery and Cafe is per- Located on Hemphill Avenue Remember when the overdosed Bride.” Left for dead during her rapidly mounting body parts ini- haps the best possible place in the near the intersection with North- druggie gets a gigantic hypodermic wedding ceremony after an ambush tially engage the recoil reflex from immediate area to take a date. This side Drive, Jaqbo is a European bakery needle to the heart in Pulp Fiction? by the Deadly Viper Assassination their graphic and grotesque nature. is, of course, assuming that one can specializing in tapas-style cuisine. Once again, director Quentin Taran- Squad, she seeks revenge on the crew Then it evolves into an almost run- find a date, but that’s neither here The prices are cheap, but deceptive- tino has infused his latest film, Kill behind the party slaughter. ning gag throughout to expect the nor there. It’s cozy, romantically lit, ly so, as the portions provided would Bill: Volume 1, with such Crossing off names one-by-one next severed limb spraying a geyser and it’s just this side of impossible barely pass for appetizers at most an adrenaline on a to-do hit list, this solitary re- of blood in shower nozzle fashion. to make a pig out of oneself without restaurants. But then again, that’s kick venge machine sets out on a mission For a moviegoer who usually out- making a conscious effort. On top to travel the world disposing of her right despises straight-up action with- of that, it’s within walking distance, See Jaqbo, page 18 enemies. The ultimate goal is, yes, to kill Bill, the mastermind. See Billy, page 21 Kill Bill: Vol. 1 ttttt Starring: Uma Thurman Directed By: Quentin Tarantino

that even though narratively soul- less, it still provides some of the most exhilarating moments captured on celluloid in memory. Tarantino, the movie geek dar- ling, finally brings a script to the screen after a six-year hiatus, and it noticeably lacks his trademark pop- culture-referencing dialogue and wit- ty banter. Instead, he’s opted to create his love letter to the kung-fu genre, relegating the humorous element to a supporting, but still present, role. The plot summary will be rela- By Ayan Kashore/ STUDENT PUBLICATIONS tively short, because frankly, there Photo Courtesy Miramax Publicity The restaurant, located close to West Campus, offers a perfect date is no plot. And it does not matter in Uma Thurman stars in the movie slicing and dicing her way through atmosphere for students. It offers moderately priced international fare. the least as to the sheer entertain- thousands of opponents including Lucy Liu’s coldhearted character. 18 • Friday, October10, 2003 • Technique ENTERTAINMENT

Incoherent Scribblings by Matt Norris

however, I can’t seem to get the said. personally recommend the oven- Ludacris from page 17 chorus out of my head. I keep see- On the other side of the fence, Jaqbo from page 17 roasted lamb. ing a mirage of stripper poles. Ludacris founded a youth organiza- The food is excellent, but don’t Chicken N Beer, the third install- Inspirations for his album in- tion in 2000 called the Ludacris what tapas are all about, you can expect to leave with a full belly. ment from Ludacris, released Oct. clude women and “how life can be Foundation. It encourages the youth pick and choose. Though high in quality, the dishes 7, promises to be more versatile than hard sometimes.... Some songs are to achieve their dreams through music The decor is straight out of a are decidedly lacking in quantity anything he has done in the past. based on my life, and where I am at and arts. real-life European cafe, complete with and the low price tags on the indi- With guest MCs from his label such my life now. Some songs are based Although he never graduated from three huge drapes—red, green and vidual items could very well add up as Lil’Fate, , Chingy, Tity on where I am trying to have fun, Georgia State, he believes that a col- white—covering almost the entire to a hefty bill before you even know Boi to I-20, 8-Ball and Snoop Dogg, some songs are based on women.” lege education is very important ceiling, along with cartoonish de- it. the album is definitely star-packed. Ludacris also shed some light on because it “forces you to think by pictions of European life. However, where Jaqbo really The first single from the new peer-to-peer music sharing. yourself and to think as an individ- Also, on Fridays, one can expect shines is in its desserts. I had a ti- album, Stand Up, is a party favorite. “They are trying to control it the ual.“ live music from local bands. ramisu that had me fighting the urge I did stand up in the club, and I love best that they can. Like, I know In response to Bill O’Reilly’s claim The night that I went, a band to lick the plate when I was done. If the way it encourages dancing as a Napster is coming back [to offer that Ludacris is a bad influence on called Problem Thomas was play- you have nothing else at Jaqbo, you contact sport. It’s an up-tempo track legal music downloads]…it should the American youth, Ludacris says ing a -esque set that, absolutely must have dessert. with beats that make you want to be a good outcome, especially know- on one of the tracks in his album: needless to say, felt out of place in a So, next Friday night, work up move your hips and shoulders like a ing that artists are going to get paid “Shout out to Bill O’Reilly, I’m throw restaurant that seems to have gone what little courage you have, and soldier-turned-patriotic pimp. I love and that’s what’s important. Of you a curve…. Buy my beverage to such great lengths to shoot for ask that special someone that you’ve the track. course, when people can get free and it will calm your nerves.” authenticity. had your eye on from afar (read: P’ Poppin is a stripper track fea- downloads…for a new artist or some So what would Ludacris say if he The fare is mostly tapas, small stalking) and ask him or her if they turing Shawnna. It has the usual artists it can be a good and bad saw a chicken drinking beer? dishes intended to be ordered en wouldn’t like to join you for some dirty-South feel to it with lots of thing because sometimes it would “Oh man, you’re killing me right masse to make for a satisfying meal. of the best damned tiramisu on the repetitive beats. get your music to people who now, I don’t know what the hell I The prices hover in the range of face of the earth. If this place doesn’t I am not a big fan of the track; wouldn’t normally listen to it,” he would say,” he laughed. about five dollars per item. I would get you a girlfriend, nothing will. ENTERTAINMENT Technique • Friday, October 10, 2003 • 19 Coen brothers return in force with Clooney in Intolerable Cruelty By Evan Zasoski least a little bit along the way. This grocery or to-do list to be attended Contributing Writer is not to say that the film is bad by to after the current scene was com- any stretch of the imagination. It’s a plete, but that could have been in- Before I start this review, I need thoroughly enjoyable movie-going tentional dispassion. to get one quick thing out of the experience. It just doesn’t deliver The story clips along like a heavy- way. It may seem odd and quite out on every single count. handed morality play for the first of place, but it must be said. I don’t The film revolves around the two-thirds of the film with witty think that I’m giving anything away characters of George Clooney’s Miles, dialogue and cute absurdity being in saying this, but the statement a delightfully weasely divorce law- the prime factors standing between that I’m about to make concerns a yer, obsessed with the whiteness of the viewer and boredom. fairly major plot point of the film his teeth and Catherine Zeta-Jones’ Though, in fairness, they stand that is based upon absolute fallacy, Marilyn, a professional gold pretty tall. It isn’t until the movie and if I don’t say something about it digger who col- nears its end that it becomes much in this review, I feel I may go mad. lects more than a series of hilarious situa- Here it is: physically destroying a tions connected by a plot that feels legal contract does in no way, shape almost like an afterthought. or form nullify it. There. Now that Intolerable Cruelty However, once the film really that’s done with, on with the re- ttttt gets going, it’s more than worth the view. Starring: George Clooney wait. Gone is the nagging feeling Intolerable Cruelty, the latest film and Catherine Zeta Jones that more than a few of those in- from the much acclaimed Coen Directed By: Coen Bros. volved are merely mailing it in. The brothers, is a story about love— dialogue gets better, the jokes less well, largely life without it. It is a surnames like trophies of successful forced, and the storyline no longer story about the limits of reason and hunts. feels like it was heavily influenced Photo Courtesy Universal Pictures dispassion. Both are cold, dispassionate oppor- by the results of a focus group. Although cold in the start, the acting of George Clooney and Catherine And, it is a story about the eter- tunists who profit greatly from the What begins as an entertaining, Zeta Jones warms up to form a highly enjoyable but shallow comedy. nal battle within the human soul artful exploitation of the love of those if slightly hollow, romantic comedy between the intangible joy derived around them, and both hate them- ends as an achievement worthy of To give a film like Intolerable Cruel- of great. from love and trusting those you selves for it. Though, only Cloon- the Coen brothers’ illustrious repu- ty a fair hearing could very well take That said, allow me to summa- love and the tempting but ultimate- ey’s character knows it. tations. It’s just a shame that it takes up the length of a small novella. rize. Intolerable Cruelty is a thor- ly hollow joy to be distilled from Both actors turn in commend- so long for them to get into high This is especially true when said oughly enjoyable movie and I material wealth. able performances, but I couldn’t gear. film is neither awful nor particular- wholeheartedly recommend that you Unfortunately, a film with such quite shake the feeling throughout This movie is much too large to ly breathtaking but is merely good— go see it. However, it is a strictly lofty goals cannot help but falter at the film that each was planning a properly review in such a small space. perhaps even knocking on the door walk, don’t run, affair. Radiohead showcases groundbreaking music at HiFi Buys Ampitheater By Erich Hansen Stand Up.” neously stimulate multiple senses. ferent camera effects were imple- wood. Originally called On A Fri- Contributing Writer Though most of the new CD The lighting and sound effects al- mented at various times, enhancing day, they later changed their name was performed, old favorites like most seemed to defy the laws of the meaning and experience of songs. to the title of a Talking Heads’ song, Wooing fans this past Monday, “Paranoid Android” and “Creep” physics. Unfortunately for lawn attend- “Radio Head”. Their music is a Radiohead gave a stellar performance from previous releases made the line- Combined with the vibrations ees, a few rain clouds came to spoil unique blend of hard rock, elec- at the HiFi Buys Lakewood Am- up as well. “Airbag” and “Fake Plas- from lead singer Thom Yorke’s vo- the good fun. However, fans were tronic and the occasional slow mel- phitheater. The concert was part of tic Trees” were staples of the two cals, the show reached such fantas- not deterred by the bad weather, ody. Hail to the Thief is their sixth the tour promoting their new CD, encores. However, the show focused tic proportions that, for a minute, which did not last very long. De- CD release. In a weird and wonder- Hail to the Thief. primarily on the new material. one could easily become lost in all spite the rain, it was a phenomenal ful coincidence, Yorke’s birthday was After opening with “The Gloam- Radiohead’s use of lighting ef- the frenzied excitement. show for die-hard Radiohead fans Tuesday, the day after the concert. ing,” 10 of the 14 songs on the Hail fects, smoke and ambient electron- Displays of the band could be and occasional listeners alike. Fans en masse shouted “Happy Birth- to the Thief album were performed. ic sounds made for a thoroughly seen to the immediate left and right Radiohead is composed of Thom day.” Such songs included hits like “2 + 2 rocking experience. Lighting was of the stage and were as much a part Yorke, Phil Selway, Ed O’Brien and “I get cheap car insurance now,” = 5,” “Myxomatosis” and “Sit Down, timed with guitar riffs to simulta- of the show as the band itself. Dif- the brothers Jonny and Colin Green- he said in response.

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By Robert Zimmerman 68. April addressee 5. Lodge Uniter Feature Syndicate 69. Volcano action 6. Chekhov play, with “The” 70. Palatial 7. Pick up the tab ACROSS 71. - for the money 8. Avoiding 1. Philosopher, of a type 72. Spoonerism of 55 Across: 9. Fed. Health agcy. 8. Finale 3 wds. 10. How to make fritters: 2 11. Judges in stripes 75. Lambs or dactyls wds. 15. Hatfield-McCoy affair 76. Latin farewell 11. Take it back 19. Crosby, for one 77. Ham orders 12. Submissive 20. Potsdam pronoun 78. Gambler’s woe 13. Worthless entertainment 21. Nifty 79. Business abbr. 14. Spirit of - - 22. “- boy!” 80. Binder 15. Put on weight 23. Some sorority members 81. Alias 16. Question for Brutus: 2 24. Brie may be on it: 2 wds. 82. “Time” founder Henry - wds. 27. Myths, perhaps 83. Feat 17. Some Shoshoneans 28. Deep cut 84. “- Fair” 18. Challenge 30. Pikes, for one 85. Fries, perhaps: 2 wds. 25. Morays 31. Blunt 88. Swing wildly 26. Can-do 32. Cuckoo 89. Fairway choice 29. They go on easily: hyph. 33. Monarch or swallow-tail 90. Ho Chi - 33. Rhythm 35. Whimper 91. Spoonerism of 33 Across: 34. Split 36. “The First -” 2 wds. 35. “Symposium” author 38. Pitchers 93. Girls’ org. 37. Individuals 39. Rub the wrong way 96. Brazilian exports 39. Open-eyed 43. Beep 99. Lattice piece 40. The best 45. Like a forest 100. Romanov title 41. Bugler’s sign-off 46. Opening of Moore clas- 101. Mimicked 42. Women’s rights issue: sic 102. Spoonerism of 24 Across: abbr. 47. Convertible 2 wds. 43. Sordid 48. Plumed wader 105. Waitress, of a kind 44. Arctic abode 49. Cantaloupe castoff 107. Gulf VIP 46. Clock’s pulse 50. Arbitrary decree 108. Heroic 49. Marion - of “Happy Days” 51. SA grassland 109. Summer on the Loire 50. Pass out 53. Woe is me! 110. Turn into a spray 51. Surf sound 54. Chinese group 111. “Wait Until -” 52. Pat Boone’s “- That a 2 wds. 79. Dinghy 95. Stirred in 55. Wholesale falsehoods: 3 112. Clammy Shame” 66. Cove 80. On guard 96. Galloped wds. 113. Actress Charlotte - 54. Body 67. Not convinced 82. Oil source 97. City in Quebec 57. “Apres - le deluge” 114. Joined with a mortis 55. Falls noisily 69. Memorable time 83. Disorder 98. Israel’s Golda - 58. Chinese idol 56. Winter’s Jack - 70. The P in PRC 84. Quiver 99. Hebrew letter 59. Same 58. Pulls roughly 72. Odin’s nemesis 86. Begin a cruise 101. Rounds 60. Also- - DOWN 59. Fevers 73. Educational inst. 87. Buenos - 103. 1040 adviser 61. Site of first golf game in 1. Milan’s La - 62. Quarterback decision 74. Five of a kind 88. Sharp alternative 104. O’Hare posting U.S. 2. Synthetic fiber 63. Come up 75. Orchard sight: 2 wds. 91. Press agent, colloquially 106. Director - Howard 63. Greek drama episodes 3. Sound on the roof: 2 wds. 64. Thumbs-down votes 76. In - veritas 92. Moroccan port 64. A ring may adorn it 4. Diamond plate 65. Spoonerism of 3 Down: 77. Possesses 94. Confiscate See Solutions, page 32 sliver box at my present rate of class takeage, I should be at least a 6th or possibly 7th year senior Take that Clement, time for old 6 finger Maghee You know, I'm really very lonely, eeevil ex ex girlfriend wants to get back together, but ex girlfriend who I love doesnt =( Have you ever felt so alone and miserable that you wanted to do something crazy? You know like eating a hot dog....WITH REL- ISH!!!! OMG!!!! DID HE SAY RELISH?!?!?!?! HES CRAZY!!!!!! If God is so smart, why doesnt he know why kids love the hunny sweet taste of cinnamon toast crunch? 2 fast, 2 furious, like a pimp....those are the words to a song and movie? Wow I was just recanting how my ex described our antics in.... Bethany, I love you Oh miss Hayes, if you only knew just how fine you really are ;) instead of milfs...pilfs, professors...you know the rest =P I wish I had that pamphlet for my ex right about now...damn c.o.d. charges So so lonely =(, the King of no pants is lonely and cold ='( A nice girlfriend who doesnt turn psycho, thats all I ask for How does Kenny Lofton always find himself in the postseason?...and against the braves? That has to be at least half the sliver box right there. Ok folks, the rest is up to you =) and I will stop writing these right about...... wait for it...... almost there...... oh so close.....no.....haha didnt put w...damn mildly attractive very adaptable male seeks same in female, must like and know stuff that guy who lives down the hall...yeah, the one who walks around in just boxers & beanies...I'd have his babies I found an answer to the "LACK" of GOOD food on Tech Campus...www.culture2go.com Culture2Go delivers Juniors food all over campus for less than the price of going there ($5.00) my new favorite Movie: "Whale Riders" it made me cry out loud...thanx for the napkins to wipe my tears... technology square is not that far away...lazy people! Diana: haven't seen you in a while... donde andas???

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Billy from page 17 ...10101101 10101010101010101...... Two Bits out story development, Kill Bill man- ages to dispel those concerns be- cause of the visceral thrills and goofy-grin fun factor. Two Bits Man loves stupid people, unimaginable items on eBay It’s not hyperbole to state that These days, it’s really hard to say even have a grandma spleen dia- fold. However, when it came time He asked if I would only charge this film takes the much-vaunted whether I’ve become too jaded in mond like I’ve mentioned in the for the buyer to ante up some green, shipping on one of them if he won Matrix Reloaded beat-‘em-up mo- the intellectual surroundings of Geor- past. I had my first experience with eBay both. I told him that I wouldn’t. He ments, “Burly Brawl” included, and gia Tech to tolerate morons, or if I’m a long time eBay buyer, but I stupidity. then sent me another email that said, smacks them around to leave no I’m just becoming a jerk. Though, have recently decided to try my hand The buyer flatly did not pay me, “Two Bits Man, you are actually doubt who’s king. Disappointed the Two Bits Man is perfect, so I at selling objects on the site. I’ve and then sent me an email telling planning on charging me shipping watching Neo toss hundreds of ob- suspect that it’s being jaded with always assumed that eBay caters to me that he was completely broke. I on both if I win?” I believe this is a viously computer-generated Agent intellectuals. dullwits—after all, it is a place teem- can appreciate being flatly broke, great duh moment. Didn’t I cover Smiths like rag dolls? Take a look at By now, you’ve probably come ing with people who want to spend but Two Bits Man, super-sleuth that when I said that he’d have to Thurman’s martial arts ballet as she to know the Two Bits Man as a more on objects than they could looked at his other auction activity, pay twice? lays waste to a group the same size of conceited snob who makes fun of pay for them in a store, and exploi- and would you believe that he bought Aside from the fact that part of flesh-and-blood Japanese yakuza. idiots, and for that, I fervently thank tation is the cause and the creed of two things after the fun of eBay Whether dancing up a staircase you. Clearly, you’ve been keeping the Technique. So, I decided to pawn my projector, is overcharging railing or wielding a massive sword, up with the back issues. Nonethe- off some consumer electronics ob- and (gasp of for shipping, so she assumes command of the stage less, in my years of cynicism, I some- jects I own. shock here) they “I can’t really say that as to extort more and highlights why the production how have overlooked one of the most Up until now, you may have no- were more ex- I’m the greatest money from halted to wait until after her real-life important centers of idiocy on the ticed how kind and honest the con- pensive than the your clients, pregnancy. planet—eBay. sumer electronics industry is “A man projector I sold genius to ever live, but there was the The eye candy jumps out in nearly eBay is a place where you can with your discriminating tastes needs him. there is a certain level added fact that I every shot, from the use of gritty buy an action figure of The Spleen only the best speakers. These are a I don’t know now had to black-and-white footage and slow- from “Mystery Men,” or a book mere six thousand dollars.” if I should be of stupidity with which charge him more motion elegance to fights silhouett- about spleens for that matter. I must Also, think about how they’re shocked at his I just can not deal.” on principle. ed in the darkness employing confess that I was a bit surprised to always looking out for the consum- stupidity for not Consider it a stu- extremely creative weaponry. Pre- see that no one is currently selling er’s best interests. “For only a hun- knowing that I pidity tax. Oh, pare to be stunned by a beautiful an actual spleen, but I’m sure it’s dred more dollars, you can have the could look at his how I wish we and lengthy anime sequence that only a matter of time before extended warranty.” auction activity or if I should be could charge stupidity tax on peo- simply shows up during the middle the market fixes that. They I feel as though an angered by his assumption that I ple who say stupid things to us. of the live action to establish per- might industry with such up- would be too stupid to look at his That would be as useful as the an- sonal background. standing representatives bidding activity. Either way, I gave noying-coworker-who-makes-you- An eclectic soundtrack highlights deserves yet one more, him a stern scolding, and told him stay-late tariff. fine musical taste, as obscure selec- and that is why I have that he was doing a poor job up- I can’t really say that I’m the tions evoke the desired mood of the chosen to use eBay as holding the sanctity of eBay. That greatest genius to ever live, but there moment, whether it be tormenting a forum in which to should teach him a valuable lesson. is a certain level of stupidity with sadness or impending doom of co- part with some of my My second experience with eBay which I just cannot deal. However, lossal carnage. most prized pos- genius came the very same week. everyone I dealt with in my eBay Had Tarantino trimmed the fat, sessions. This time, I opted to sell another sales has been of that variety of mo- the end result could have been a I started computer gem that I’d scored at the ron. It has started to make me won- perfect concoction that still exhib- my eBay selling same computer show. der just how far I can push the its style without substance, and all frenzy with a I very explicitly said that I only envelope. in a single movie. video projector ship in the US, but alas, the win- I think I will put a dollar bill on As it stands now, despite the in- I’d acquired at ning bidder forgot that Toronto is there and see just it goes; I dulgences, the first installment con- a computer not in the US. Either that, or he daresay it might go for two. On that stantly keeps presenting innovative show for a neg- confused Toronto, Canada with note, I have some more auctions to visual tricks and breathtaking cho- ligible amount Toronto, Kansas—clearly an easy place, so until next week, this is the reography. Even without the cliff- of money. I mistake. Two Bits Man reminding you that hanger ending, you’ll be marking then eBayed it The third and fourth items I sold if academia has you down, and you your calendars for a return trip to up by an astro- on eBay were similar items, and one need to drop the level of intellect for catch Volume 2 in February. nomical seven- buyer wanted to buy both of them. a bit, just auction something.

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We worked hard to earn that title. 22 • Friday, October10, 2003 • Technique ENTERTAINMENT Tech’s own Bishop Don rocks local scene When night falls, demons By Narayana Varahabhatla Bishop is a regular at the Dark vocal brilliance of the singer and Contributing Writer Horse Tavern and Smith’s Olde Bar, guitar player Blair Crimmins. come out to play in Orlando both famed for the quality of local Crimmins has a voice that invites Big things do come in small pack- artists who perform there. The band you to close your eyes and enjoy the ages. Just ask Bishop Don. The rock is a self-described melting pot of moment. The guitar, bass, and drums group is made up mostly of twenty- fit his voice like a glove, neither somethings, yet it has a maturity overpowering nor too weak. and confidence with the microphone The third song is the pinnacle of that eludes many college bands. “They have a minimal the entire CD. Entitled “If You Can’t A band of three members, Bish- presence on the web, Feel It,” it almost defies definition. op has been entertaining the local The next four songs have minor music scene for over a year. Their whereas their flaws. They move slightly towards self-titled CD consists of seven deli- influence on the local the extravagant guitar riffs found in ciously simple yet penetrating songs. of the 80s, only to re- While most college bands lack music scene is much treat back to the modesty of the first any musical luster and still gain fame more significant. ” three songs. “Traffic” comes dan- via the internet, Bishop has taken a gerously close to the mindless repe- more conservative way to make fans: tition of monosyllabic nonsense that by making and enter- fills the airways. taining people in local venues. musical styles: rock, punk, funk, reg- Eager fans or curious students They have a minimal presence gae and hip-hop. can catch their next live concert this on the web, whereas their influence Their CD begins with a Dy- Oct. 18 at Smith’s Olde Bar. A se- on the local music scene is much lanesque harmonica riff followed by lection of their songs is also avail- more significant. a three minute introduction to the able at www.mp3.com. Photo Courtesy Universal Studios For one month out of the year Universal Studios turns Islands of Adventure Rap battles strut talents at Apache Cafe into a huge horror festival consisting of six incredible haunted houses. By Vivian Vakili to the contestants, letting them de- striking, even more so when you By Art Seavey entation is inevitable, and it is as if Senior Staff Writer cide who goes first. Usually, one take into consideration how quick- Entertainment Editor you stepped into the movies with steps up immediately. ly they are concocted. The crowd killer clowns appearing out of no- Adrenaline comes in many forms. What ensues is a free-for-all in- picks the winner via their cheering. If nothing scares you then you’ve where, even from places you thought Some like illegal behavior, some like sult contest, often including in-your- Even the strength to get on stage is obviously never been down to Or- were solid walls. car chases, and some just like to admirable, however, and a certain lando’s Islands of Adventure for Hal- The park hires over 1,100 actors rhyme at breakneck speed with amaz- mutual respect is demonstrated by a loween Horror Nights 13. The masters to fill the area. So even if guests ing accuracy and genius poetics. For quick hug between opponents pri- of cinema convert the park into a emerge from the haunted houses those who have seen the rap battle “The constant puns or to their battle. seething city of fright. All the rides alive, there is not a solitary moment scene from the movie 8 Mile, you are incredibly striking, Before and between the battles, I stay open till 2 a.m., allowing the where a person is safe from a heart- know what I’m talking about. had the chance to speak to a couple darkness add to the experience. attack inducing scare. If you’re interested in seeing this when you take into of the winners. KEL, an acronym In addition, six of easily the best This event is well worth the time sort of rush first-hand head to the consideration how for “Knowledge, Energy, Life,” ex- haunted houses ever are created for and money. I am dead serious, it is Apache Cafe every Tuesday night. plained that he has been emceeing the occasion. Among these an in- truly unique and will scare all the Dres Tha Beatnik is host for the quickly they are for the past eight years. His goal, sane asylum offers a truly disgusting machismo out of you. Plus, it’s a evening, regulating the four rap bat- concocted.” however, is an incredibly unselfish bathroom, with feces galore, a pu- Universal Studios Park, which ri- tles that culminate in a final tourna- one. He hopes to unify the Atlanta trid stench, and toilets that shoot vals Disney World with ease. ment. Dres is backed by a band that emcee culture, to introduce a sense what’s hopefully water at guests. forms a certain beat, and then the of mutual respect and working to- The clown funhouse is just amaz- Tickets are $51.95 with the event challenge is posed for two individu- face graphic language and even sub- gether. This seems like a very ap- ing. Guests must wear 3D glasses running from now until Nov. 1 on 21 als to take the stage. tle and not-so-subtle shrugs and spit- propriate goal, as there is undeniable while walking through the halls of select nights. Check out Dres then offers the microphone ting. The constant puns are incredibly tension at such events. mirrors and small passages. Disori- www.halloweenhorrornights.com.