In the Spotlight: Livingston Movement in Nature Conveyed
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"The world is created by spirit, scape as it is perceived, still and Sophomore Patrick King, a Univer- we are moved by spirit ... solidity unchanging. sity student, along with Scott Dur- and 'things' are an illusion," com- "My work is process-driven and kin, John Becher, and CJ Williams, mented Robert Schatz. rooted in the human body and in make up this local musical group. The Hope Hom gallery in the Nature. Nature is, in reality, a sys- Their pop-punk sound and inspir- fifth floor of Hyland is exhibiting tem of energy, and the forms and ing lyrics have taken the band, full alumni Robert Schatz's abstract structures we perceive with our throttle, into what was once mere- art from September 7 to October senses are actually manifestations ly a dream; they now are begin- 12. Schatz majored in History and of constant movement and the ning to truly mold those dreams Philosophy at the University was flow of force," noted Schatz in his into a definite reality. taught by the famous Hope Hom statement to the Hope Hom Gal- Before Livingston started play- herself at the Everhart Museum in lery attendees. ing together about four years ago, Scranton. Schatz utilizes a pictorial style the members had been in differ- Schatz spoke at Brennan Hall in order ~o, instead of excluding ent musical projects. Morning this past Friday, outlining the es- movement, represent those dy- Star, a local band, needed a new sential ideas behind his work. namics in the world on a medium. drummer, and Patrick King was PHOTO COURTESY OF DENISE Speaking to an assembly room In his lecture, Schatz noted that, the man for the job. Morning Star PATRICK KING and Scott Durkin, members of the local band filled with the University's art although it is impossible not to see eventually died out but from its Livingston, rock out at the Warped Tour. history students and professors, works purely from a visual stand- ashes rose a mightier band ready King commented. er material live, but King reasons Schatz explained that his art is a point, it is most important to view to revolutionize the Scranton and Fans can hear Livingston play that performing the older material reflection of the ongoing dynam- works of art while aiming to feel Wilkes-Barre area. King told the their new material at their shows, would force them to deliver two ics of the world. their emotional and psychological Aquinas, in an exclusive interview, though they do not plan on per- different sounds, when in fact Schatz is inspired by the ideas impact. that it was Durkin who came up forming the older songs as much. they are attempting to move for- of Van Gogh's swirling lines, Asian Schatz believes art is not mere- with the name Livingston, want- Apparently it has come as a sur- ward with their new and quite philosophy, which sees nature as ly a means of entertainment, but ing a simple and catchy name. "It's prise to many of their fans that Please see "LIVINGSTON" an eternal process, and Futurists' a serious endeavor to understand one word and easy to remember," Livingston is not playing their old- page 12 understanding that humans and life and the development of hu- this world are always in progress. manity. College Cooking Easy recipes for college students Return the meat to the pot. BY JOE MERTENS Add potatoes, leaving the Staff Writer skins on, and cook until fork Let's face it, most college stu- tender, approximately another dents think that either, a) they 20 minutes. Remove from the can't cook; or b) they don't have heat and add additional salt, time to. I think it's time to prove pepper, and hot sauce (if it that a hearty college meal can suits your fancy) to taste. You be simple, as well as satisfying. may also remove the thyme This installment includes both and rosemary sprigs, however, I an entree and dessert that can recommend serving each bowl be prepped in only 25 minutes, with at least one sprig of an leaving plenty of time to get all herb for a bit of show. that school work done Now for dessert. I prefer A staple of comfort food in after a savory meal like stew, the home is, of course, Chicken something good and sweet. Stew, so why not the dorm as A personal favorite of mine is well? Blackberry Cobbler, but not as SINGER AND GUITARIST Jenny Lewis performs in Washington D.C. with the rest of Rilo Kiley your mother makes it. I said be- band back in October of 2005. Chicken Stew fore that every one, and I mean Prep Time: 15-20 minutes every one can cook, and cook- Cook Time: 2 hours ing does not entail canned fruit. Feeds: 6 to 8 Ever. End of discussion. Rilo l<iley deviates from the indie norm This recipe calls for black- -4 small onions, berries, either fresh or frozen, peeled and quartered but you can substitute blueber- with the release of Under the Blacklight -5 cloves of garlic, peeled ries or even raspberries if you -1 pound carrots, peeled care to! BY JOE WOLFE Good that Won't Come" from The himself, on vocals for one track, and cut into 2-inch pieces Staff Writer Execution of All Things. "Dreamworld." To sum it up, the album is just Under the Blacklight may be -2 pounds chicken, Blackberry Cobbler For all you music fans out there, skin removed Prep Time: 5 minutes too polished. called a disappointment by many Rilo Kiley has finally released their However, with all this aside, critics and defined as the album in -Handful of thyme Cook Time: 1 hour new album, Under the Blacklight, and rosemary sprigs it is actually enjoyable. Although which Rilo Kiley has "sold out." It the band's first album since the the edginess of her lyrics is gone, could be compared to the way El- -Salt and pepper -2 cups fresh or frozen 2004 release of More Adventur- -1 and 1/z pounds of red (and thawed) blackberries Lewis' voice is as beautiful as liott Smith changed sounds when ous. For indie fans who have been ever, which is demonstrated in he went to a major label, Dream- bliss potatoes (the tiny red -1 stick of butter (melt- patiently awaiting the new album, ones), washed and quartered ed in the microwave) the album's first single, "The Mon- works, on Figure 8. just keep waiting. eymaker." It may be the best vocal Even though this is a more -Hot pepper sauce (Tabasco -1 and 1-4 cups sugar Under the Blacklight is a step performance of her career. drastic change than Smith's, Rilo Chipotle works nicely) -1 cup self- rising flour in the opposite direction from ev- -1 cup milk "Silver Lining," the album's first Kiley should still be able to keep erything- that Rilo Kiley has been track and second single, is the a good majority of their fan base, In a large pot, combine the about for the past three albums. cut onions, garlic, carrots, Take your stick of butter catchiest track of the album. Other while augmenting it with their The indie princess, Jenny Lewis, tracks, such as 'Under the Black- new sound. Fans should also ex- chicken, thyme and rosemary. and melt it in the microwave. has traded in her edgy lyrics for a Season with salt and pepper. Combine 1 cup of sugar, light" and "Dreamworld," make pect to hear more of Rilo Kiley on pop sound similar to that of Beet- this a very strong pop album. the radio. Add cold water to ~over. Bring self -rising flour and milk. Stir wood Mac. Even though Under the Black- Rilo Kiley will be touring this up to a rolling boil, stirring oc- in the butter and mix until The group has dropped their casionally, and then reduce to a combined. Pour the batter into light is a step in a different direc- fall to back the release of Under independent label a major label tion for Rilo Kiley, Lewis and com- the Blacklight. You can catch the simmer. a buttered baking dish (make deal with Warner Brothers. Most Continue to simmer, stirring it a shallow one) and add the pany manage to sneak in a track band in New York, at Webster Hall, importantly, the heavy guitar has with the familiar sound that has September 22nd and 23rd. They occasionally, until the chicken berries (I recommend black- been dropped for a synthesizer. falls off of the bone with little berries but blueberries work flocked fans to them. "The Angels will also be playing in Philadelphia Yes, that's right, a synthesizer. Hung Around" could be mistaken at the Trocadero September 25th. resistance. This will take around well). Sprinkle the remaining Some tracks such as "Dejalo," an hour and a half. Remove the to be from Lewis' solo album re- For a complete list of tour dates, r "15," and "Give a Little Love" will cordedwith the Watson Twins, visit their website at www.riloki- chicken from the pot and take Please see "COOI<ING" page make you cringe and run to your it off of the bone using a fork.