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ADAM HEUN Correspondent ----- Fall Movie Madness 99' www.reellife.com/works/beingjohnlindex.html While the summer 1999 was not without its hits ("The Blair Witch Project,· "The Bone Collector" (Nov. 5) - Despite his paraplegia, a skilled detective "The Sixth Sense." "Austin Powers" and of course, "The Phantom Menace") (Denzel Washington) and a rookie Manhattan cop (Angelina Jolie) team up to the new fall lineup for the screen looks, in some cases, even better. With the stop an elusive serial killer. Novelist Michael Bergman, whose work the film is plethora of titles to choose from, however, one might be unsure where to based on, says of the adaptation: "It's exciting and very scary. It's also a love begin. But not to worry, fellow movie buffs - here's a handy checklist of the story. It has elements I have never seen put together in this way, and it deals Fall's hottest and most anticipated films for October and November: with a heroic figure. That has never been done before." The film is directed by "Random Hearts" (in theaters now) - Two unlikely lovers (Harrison Ford Phillip Noyce ("Patriot Games." "Clear and Present Danger"). and Kristen Scott Thomas) come together after learning their respective www.the bonecollector.com spouses , who died in a plane crash, were having an affair. Director Sydney "The Messenger: The Story of Joan of Arc" (Nov. 5)- Despite being the sub­ Pollack ("Out of Africa") spoke of the strange romance with "Premiere" maga­ ject of countless other films, director Luc Besson takes his turn, this time star­ zine: "These are two people who don't even want to meet each other. It's like ring Milia Jovovich in the title role. This $55 m1ll1on proJect prom1ses to be an oil and water, and yet there's something marvelous about the mix." exciting mixture of historical drama and an epic war story. The mm:s stu~t , www. spe.sony.com/movies/jump/randomhearts.com coordinator, Phillipe Guegan, shed some light on the production 1n Prem1ere : "Fight Club" (Oct. 15)- Director David Fincher ("Seven," "The Game") tells "One time, they attacked a castle , and its door was on fire. Luc himself went the story of two men (Brad Pitt and Edward Norton) who establish an under­ into the fire with the camera. ground organization of hand-to-hand fighters. Underneath the plot is suppos­ www.spe.sony.com/movies/jump(joanofarc.html . . edly a rich commentary on an apathetic society looking for an outlet. With "Dogma" (Nov. 12)- The subject of much controversy, th1s sat~re on Helena Bonham-Carter costarring as the woman who comes between the two Catholicism stars Matt Damon and Ben Affleck as a duo of angels who bend rugged heroes, this one looks to be an enticing mix of action and macabre val­ the rules of heaven. Despite a backlash from Catholic officials, director Kevin ues. Smith ("Clerks," "Chasing Amy") told "Premiere": The movie's not an attack [on www.foxmovies.com/fightclubs.htmil the church); it's a challenge ... The movie is pro-faith." Co-starring in this out­ "The Story of Us" (Oct. 15)- Bruce Willis and Michelle Pfeiffer star as a mar­ rageous comedy are: Chris Rock, Salma Hayek, Alan Rickman, Linda ried couple who, after fifteen years of marriage, question the stability of their Fiorentini, and Alanis Morisette - who plays God. (?!) relationship. Directed by Rob Reiner ("The Princess Bride,· "When Harry Met www.dogma-movie.com Sally"), this drama promises to have its audience at the palm of its hands, as "Sleepy Hollow" (Nov. 19) - Washington Irving's classic horror tale of lchabod the entire film hinges on a central question: Will the two stay together or go Crane and the Headless Horseman is brought to life w1th the masterful creat1ve their separate ways? touch of director Tim Burton. Johnny Depp, who's worked with Burton before www.reellife.com/works/storyofus/i ndex.html ("Edward Scissorhands." "Ed Wood") stars as lchabod Crane; Christina Ricci "Bringing Out the Dead" (Oct. 22) - Legendary director Martin Scorsese plays the object of his affection. The movie itself is sizing up to be a hornfic, returns to the streets of New York, this time following a paramedic (Nicolas yet highly entertaining thriller. Cage) in his taxing daily routine. Back on his team is screenwriter Paul www.sleepyhollowmovie.com Schrader, who penned "Taxi Driver" and "Raging Bull." ""). Cage apparently "Toy Story 2: Collector's Item" (Nov. 24)- At first, Pixar and Disney's comput­ prepared for the role by spending time in a ambulance. The film co-stars John er animated sequel was to be a direct-to-video release. As the project pro­ Goodman, Tom Sizemore and Ving Rhames. ceeded, however, the studios' best techniques (along with more money and the www.bringingoutthedead.com addition of "Toy Story" talents Tom Hanks and Tim Allen) destined this long­ "Being John Malkovich" (Oct. 29)- In a bizarre yet creative plot, John awaited sequel for the big screen. In this "Toy Story." Woody (Hanks) falls into Cusack plays a man who discovers a door that literally takes him into the mind the hands of an obsessive toy collector, leaving the rest of the toys to devise of actor John Malkovich , who plays himself. (Huh?) Directed by Spike Jones, his rescue. the story apparently allows the protagonist to actually live a short period of time wwww.disney.go.com/DisneyPictures/toystory2/index.html as the famous actor. JILL LOPRESTI BRIAN CAMPBELL B-limey guv'nor! Vitality Editor Contributing Editor The Limey "Superstar." starring Molly "You're not from around here, are you?" a cop asks limey Dave Shannon as Mary Katherine Wilson. Could this have been more obvious? Wilson has the most pro­ are playing records Gallagher, is just another nounced Eng lish cockney accent ever heard on film. Calling thieves and rocking out to reminder of how sour "SNL" "tea leaves," a look a "butcher's; butcher's hook", a mate a "china: seventies tunes writing has become. china plate", his speech gradually descends into a Dick Van Dyke farce. and the next the Throughout the movie flash­ He actually says "bl imey!" and "look squire, you're the guv'nor." He students are using backs from the previous sounds like a cross between Yoda and Michael Caine. fax machines and flop, "A Night at the Terence Stamp plays Wilson, who has come to L.A., after a spell God is telling peo­ Roxbury," haunted the behind bars, to search for the man he believes killed his daughter ple to get "jiggy wit screen. The narratpr, ari , Jennifer. After getting tipped off by Eduardo (Luis Guzman), Wilson it!" The forty year overzealous, over-aggres­ pursues Jennifer's old flame Terry Valentine (Peter Fonda), a pop music old plus actors sive psychopath, is on a mogul with a penchant for drug dealing. Could there be two more bor­ passing as high mission to become a super-. ing character names - "Dave Wilson" and "Terry Valentine". Our school students star only to get a kiss. A English friend spies on Valentine's plush abode and makes another didn't quite fit the priceless, but un likely, remark: "Who does he think he is? The Marquis passionate, wet YI?U( par)ts .. bill for a convincing Hollywood kiss frorp her of Tavistock?" We have all said this once or twice, have we not? cast either. Director Steven Soderbergh uses countless devices to keep us dream desire , Sky, played A smidgen of by fellow enthralled, though constant flashbacks (usually of Jennifer - Melissa "Saturday Night George, best known for appearing in the Australian soap opera "Home Live" cast member and Away"), scenes where the characters are talking without their lips Will Ferrell. Of moving and scenes with continuous speech apparently being spoken from different locations. The dream sequence where Wilson "shoots" course , the movie laughter arrived with the face of Valentine is compelling , and the Californian coast scenery is exquisite. is followed with a a familiar screwball, Tom Green. As with Soderbergh's "Out of Sight." the film is pieced together excel­ 'moral of the story' Somewhat playing himself, lently. George Clooney actually appears in the film, when Valentine and ending and Green was the one liner jocko, right-hand man Avery are watching television. Gallagher realizes who harassed the special ed Wilson goes through several near-critical moments, of course, and that she doesn't kids and started food fights. the charming Valentine and his henchmen are to blame. Also in on the need to succeed Other "SNL" stars conveniently act are the less than intelligent crooks Avery hires to kill Wilson, who for the adoration popped up here and there as are similar to Steve Buscemi's character and his partner in "Fargo." of another, but for well. Valentine and his crew try to get away from the "Terminator T-2000"­ herself. That's Aspiring superstar Mary esque Wilson by heading into the hills. The limey duly follows and there right kiddies, do it Katherine Gallagher gets her is a tremendous suspense scene, as Valentine's bodyguards go miss­ for yourself! wish in the end, but not quite ing in the typical vast leafy grounds in the dark, and the boss is left to Regardless, dead- how she planned . Before she sweat behind his patio doors. He's in for a surprise or two. pan humor and could lock lips with her dream "Limey" is not the most flattering of names to call an Englishman, and over exaggerated '-'-'--liol--"---""'---'-' boat Sky, Slater (Harland it remains to be seen if the film will retain this title when released in stereotypes are the vehicles used to Williams), rides his Harley into England. Wilson is also called "A stupid English tuck." and England is snag us into laughter. Unfortunately, Gallagher's heart pumping a different they result in mere cringing and gasping tune. referred to as a country "half the size of Wyoming." where "the cops don't carry guns." The script really goes to town with the cockney lingo at the horror of the script. The love Basically, if you enjoyed "A Night at the ("I'll shop ya dad! I'll call the old billl" - which roughly means "I will scenes between Gallagher and a tree are Roxbury" and the nineties versions of transform you into a shop, dear father, and I will telephone a pensioner almost Indescribably sickening. Gripping "Saturday Night Live"then definitely named Bill." Or it may mean "I will inform on you, dad, I will call the the tree w1th her legs and lips saying, check out "Superstar." If not, don't rent it, police." So the movie appears to be aimed at Americans, to a large "You want to be spanked don't you," don't watch it on cable, just wait till extent. It is highly entertaining, though the cockney asides begin to while standmg 1n front of a nun was just there's laundry to be done and catch the grate. ridiculous. few glimpses of humor when running The Limey is Doris. (Doris Day; OK). As far as the time penod goes, who past the TV to put the next load in. 'OCTOBER 1 1 , 1 9S9 VITALITY

A grainy subjective experience

TOM SNYD ER first-t:~e <~ctor Spike Correspondent Jonze) sings after nt: ;;:;d two other soldiers, Sgt. Be honest: what was the Troy Barlow (Wa hlberg) purpose of the Gulf War? and Chief (Ice Cube), dis­ Were we fighting for cover a map hidden in an Kuwait and their freedom, Iraqi soldier's ass: "We or merely playing with new three kings be stealin' the toys and kicking a little ass gold." Just ignore the fact to further repress the that the film should be memory of Vietnam? Was called "Four Kings" once the video-game style, George Clooney's charac­ push-button firebombing a ter, Sgt. Maj. Archie Gates, righteous fight, or was it all joins the group in their for the sake of oil prices? ramrod scavenger hunt for Back in 1991, when I hidden gold bullion. was a nave little 11-year­ "Three Kings" has its old , the Gulf War was a obvious influences. With scary, but strangely fasci­ strange yet effective nating and exciting event scenes such as using foot­ to behold. I can remem­ balls for target practice ber the nightly news show­ and a shot in which the casing smart-bomb explo­ camera actually enters the sions and oil field fires, human body and details a and the pride I felt in our gunshot wound filling with Nation's noble efforts. green bile, "Three Kings" According to President reminded me of Bush, we were fighting a "Apocalypse Now." And mad man named Saddam; the various scenes that folks, "we" were doing the satirize the media's right thing; "we" were the involvement (showcasing good guys helping the Nora Dunn as a "I want my helpless. Never underesti­ Emmy" journalist) and the mate the power of cinema. break-neck, ultra-stylized With "Three Kings," camera work and cine­ Writer/Director David 0 . matography reminded me Russell has made a mas­ of "Natural Born Killers." terpiece of dark sardonic Now I'm not accusing humor and political protest Director David 0. Russell that blasts away the false of copying, but rather beliefs any individual might praise and applaud him for hold concerning our efforts his courage to take risks. in Iraq. Now, I grew up "Three Kings" could have and realized long before been a sprawling desert this film that the United epic with uncountable States committed several "Lawrence of Arabia" crucial errors regarding "oooh-ahhhhh, that's beau­ Iraq, but "Three Kings" tiful" shots, but Russell wonderfully etches into opts, wisely, to make this a film and memory the grainy, subjective experi­ ridiculousness of it all. ence. My ultimate compli­ Judging from the high­ ment: I felt as if I were rid­ octane, rock 'n' roll driven ing in that Humvee with trailer that showcases the four kings, squinting at George Clooney and for­ the sun's brightness, and mer rappers Mark when someone was shot, Wahlberg and Ice Cube boy did I feel it (warning to parading through the the squeamish: don't eat desert wise-cracking, one before seeing "Three might expect "Three Kings"). Kings" to be a fun little So what is so great comedy/treasure hunt flick. about "Three Kings?" It's But Russell's film has a double-edged sword. something else--a razor's One, it's a comedic edge beneath the enticing "Indiana Jones"-type jaunt icing one might say. of the highest order (Sgt. "Are we shooting?" asks Barlow's attempt to call Mark Wahlberg's character home on a stolen cell at the beginning of the phone is priceless) and film. When he doesn't get two - and m.ost impor­ an answer and realizes tantly - it's an emotionally that the man in the dis­ wrenching drama with pro­ tance is holding a gun, he fou nd points to make. fires, blowing the Detailing them is pointless: stranger's head away go see "Three Kings" and (never mind the fact that view them for you rself. he was waving a white flag However, let me say this: and a cease-fire had just it's incredibly relieving to been declared). "Wow! finally see a film discard You shot someone! Cool!" the racist stereotypes that crow the nearby American most Hollywood produc­ soldiers, snapping tions place on Middle Polaroids and inspecting Eastern individuals. You the body. The credits roll know you're witnessing and you understand: This greatness when a film can isn't your typical war produce sympathy for the movie. same enemy we were "Three Kings" takes its taught to fear and hate title from a brief line Pv1 . when we were 11-year­ Conrad Vig ("Being John olds. Malkovich" director and II VITALITY OCToBER 11, 1999 "In the Loop" offers free programming to College Students

BRENNA MCLAUGHUN trumpet sound and the smgcth iaund of the bass guitar. StaffPhotograph er The passion t!"noi was showed in the musicians' faces and this particular con­ cert was enchanting. It enhanced the audience's experience of the music. The Cultural Center stirs up some major performancel; fc~ their iall season When Million or Brecker scatted off into a solo, the audience-which was a for the poor college student. "In tl'!~ Loop" is a chance for college musicians, crowd of about performer~ ar.d artists to get exposure and to interact with other professionals 100 people­ in their field. It is also a way to get good exposure. participated in The first of these major events was held on Saturday, Oct. 2. appreciation mance was located with enthusias­ in the Claudia tic yells, and Cassidy Theater, much clapping. one of the many Most originals places the Cultural were played Center offers for but the occa­ public viewing. sional rendition People of all ages of a famous came out on this piece also rainy Saturday crept into the afternoon to enjoy musicians' set. the free concert. I The audience had the pleasure of took in every enjoying world note that was renown jazz pianist played during and composer the hour long Steve Million, with show. It was quite an enjoyable way to spend a Saturday afternoon. legendary Randy Brecker on trumpet. Both are masters in their field and have If you are interested in more information on the "In the Loop" series of con­ a record number of musical accomplishments. Brecker is also a multiple certs and events this fall, call the Chicago Cultural Center at (312) 744-1424 or Gram my winner. Million has his next album out in stores entitled "Truth Is" stop by and pick up some information at 78 E. Washington St. I highly recom­ wh ich he says has a significant meaning, but you'll have to buy it to find out mend getting involved this season, as it is a wonderful opportunity to save what it is. The audience was enthralled by the power of the piano, the strong some money and enjoy quality entertainment. ~oo~ eah ------J.~Lo ••m. good eats------Vitality Editor Smoke Daddy Chicago Diner "Serving down to earth good food" "Eat healthy, sacrifice nothing, make a discovery you can really live with' 1804 W. Division 3411 N. Halsted (773) 772-6656 (773) 935-6696 Summer is over, but that doesn't mean you still can't get down and sloppy Lakeview is home to one of the most creative and thorough vegan/vegetari­ and eat some mean barbecue. Catch some finger-licking, teeth-picking, an restaurants in Chicago. In the heart of Boys Town , Chicago Diner has been smokin' barbecue at Wicker Park's notorious casual American diner, Smoke serving healthful vegetarian cuisine since 1983. Even the most carnivorous Daddy. To set the mood, Smoke Daddy provides nightly live performances so eaters can find something appetizing on their extensive menu. don't expect a romantic quiet dinner! Tuesdays and Thursdays are mainly jazz; Many of the dishes are based on the red meat cookbook from sloppy-jo's, Sundays feature the popular acoustic rockabilly group Torturing Elvis and the fajitas and burgers , but the Chicago Diner twist prepares the above with no­ rest of the week is predominately Blues. meat substitutes. It may take a while for some to get adjusted to the fake meat Smoke Daddy is about the size of a typical diner with only a few booths, two but with an open mind, some of the substitutes prove remarkably tastier and tables and ample counter top space so be ready to wait or catch a drink. are edible without all the guilt. The essential no-meat ingredients include soy, Located a few blocks from the Division/Milwaukee Blue Line stop, Smoke tempeh (from soy, denser and grainier), seitan (wheat meat) and tofu (from soy Daddy is directly across the street from Liquid Kitty and the great neighbor­ bean, soft texture) which are all high in protein and low in fat. hood watering hole, Goldstar. For vegans and those with food allergies or other dietary concerns, Chicago Three most popular dishes are the Pork Sandwich, Baby Back and Spare Diner is a mecca. Ask any of the servers for a fact sheet, and they will supply Ribs. Editor's choice: smoked chicken soup, Mac & Cheese·and BBQ Chicken a comprehensive ingredients listing that covers everything from their coleslaw sandwiches. Just to make you feel at home, snag one of the Tupperware held to main menu meals. Wheat free, protein, dairy, non-dairy, low-fat and organic brownies on the counter. dishes are all available. Smoke Daddy is vegetarian friendly with a full section of barbecue veggie Chicago Diner offers a full menu of fresh squeezed juices, organic and non­ burgers and salads. Specials change every Friday, but the menu generally organic wines, brews and smoothies. For those with a sweet tooth, try their remains simple and hearty. Be sure to check out the Sunday brunch from 11- German chocolate cake. Chicago Diner's specialty desserts are all vegan and 3:30! Reservations recommended with parties over five. Dinners are moderate­ are available at Whole Foods grocery store throughout Chicago. ly priced from 5$-18$. Smoke Daddy does not offer deliver, but take out is Chefs choice - Sloppy Jo (tempeh and seitan combination), tofu-scramble available. jubilee and the no-Meata fajita (seitan). Editor's choice - by far the sloppy-jo and pesto bruschetta. Chicago Diner is smoke free. Reservations recommend­ ed with parties of five or more. circumstance of the chain. All three inmates get shipped back to prison for a vacation in solitary confinement. Happy Texas-- Lucky for them, the driver loses control of the prison vehicle, and they all CELINA SUMMER escape unharmed. The third inmate runs off, so Wayne and Sawyer decide to Staff Writer help each other flee the law. They end up stealing a trailer only to find out that it belongs to a gay couple named Steven and David, who coach child beauty Jeremy Notham, Steve Zahn, pageant hopefuls. They end up having to impersonate the couple in the town of Ally Walker and llleana Douglas Happy, Texas. star in Mark lllsey's comedy Passion brews between Sawyer, the bank owner Jo, and the town sheriff. "Happy Texas." It is no surprise Love is also in the air for Wayne and the pageant advisor, who is at first utterly that this film received the most shocked by the ridiculous teaching methods of Wayne, and his open behavior buzz at the Sundance Film with adult intended gestures and phrases to the little girls. In one scene Festival because it kept the Wayne grabs one of the girls because she is fighting with a boy, reprimands audience rolling with laughter both of them, then instructs the girl on how to throw a ·real" punch and offers from the opening scene when her a cigarette. The audience was laughing harder than in the "zipper scene" Wayne Wayne Wayne Jr. in "There's Something About Mary." (Zahn), Harry Sawyer (Notham) and another inmate are chained together, The characters added much to the film. They all had distinct traits such as cleaning roadkill in their orange prison suits. Wayne's short-temper and Sawyer's smooth talking. They were easy to fall in Wayne Wayne Wayne Jr. cracks the inmate over the head with a dead love with and feel empathizewith because they were so realistic, that made it armadillo because of a comment referring to his goat-like appearance. A brawl difficult not to get involved in their love lives which were quite mixed up, due to breaks out, Sawyer gets caught up with the other two because of his unlucky their reputations as gay lovers. OCTCaER

AMY AZZARITO Copy Chief

Pavement is scheduled to play in Chicago once again after play­ ing two sold out shows at the Metro this summer. This time they're promoting a second EP off their fifth album, 'Terror Twilight,' which marks the 1Oth anniversary of the band. Pavement began as a lo-fi, bare-bones experimental band. They're still experimental, but for the first time they've recorded an album on 24 tracks-definitely not a lo-fi sound (although, their look is still lo-fi). ' Terror Twilight' was their first collaboration with producer Nigel Godrich of Beck's 'Mutations' and Radioheads's "OK Computer.' Godrich turned down several other projects to produce ' Terror Twilight'-he is currently the "It' man in the world of rock production. Pavement, the archetypal tar). relevant package. In the song "Major slacker band-they look more like grad In fact, since 1993 no two band mem­ Leagues,' the focal point of the band's students than rock stars--began in the bers have lived within 1 00 miles of each new EP, Pavement conjures the spirit of suburbs of Northern California. In 1992, other. Steve Malkmus (lead singer, gui­ country-rock al a Byrds with jangly guitar "Slanted and Enchanted' was released tarist and band leader) kicked off the strumming and glassy, shimmering chord and embraced as an indie rock master­ recording of "Terror Twi light' by coming up textures. It's easy to sing along with the piece, and they scored a minor commer­ with a "blueprint demo.' In an interview he unassuming melody that comprises the cial success with the 1994 single 'Cut called the album "essentially solo stuff.' airy, spacious-sounding chorus. Your Hair.' The band then converged in Oregon last Malkmus sings in his usual half-speak­ Even before the 1992 album, Pavement July-for a month of rehearsals. ing, half-singing voice which is superb in found itself caught up in the major label A Pavement performance always its natural emotive power. His lyrics, frenzy of the early 90s to cash in on the proves to be uniquely rewarding. Their which are often dry and full of irony, con­ indie rock revolution ushered in by music is more intimate and warmer than vey a more nostalgic, but typically Nirvana. While Nirvana was propelled to many of the current modern rock bands. ambiguous feeling here; like a cryptic superstar status, Pavement turned down Memorable, beautiful melodies imposed word puzzle that has a beauty of its own deals to stick with the indie label Matador. over jagged and intriguing soundscapes, rather than a meaning to be found. Bands like Nirvana burned out bright and with the smart absurdist lyrics of Malkmus This incredibly influential five piece fast; Pavement burned slow and steady, layered on top, make Pavement's music band has consistently proven that they forming a cult of fiercely loyal fans. both instantly pleasing to the ear and have the gift of making it all come togeth­ For a short stint in the 90s, all the band boldly original. Laced with psychedelic er for the last decade. They've secured a members lived in New York City. Now guitar riffs and a Beatlesesque backbeat, place in the underground history of rock they are spread out across the country their sound has a consistent classic rock so don't miss this opportunity to experi­ from New York City (Mark Ibold-bassist) to vibe even though it's wrapped in a hip, ence the genius of Pavement. Berkeley, California (Scott Kannberg-gui-

The city's adrenaline level peaked to an all-time high, or at least it seemed time, and were in danger of having to cancel the Chicago stop on the tour. to, as Chicago's North side played host to one of the most anticipated and The staff at Metro decided to give the Murphys a second chance and with anxiety-filled shows of the fall season. The punk rock community was out in slightly beefed-up security the show went flawlessly. force as one of the most notorious tours in recent months was booked for a Once the fans were in and the bands began playing, every1hing came sold-out show beginning at noon on Saturday Oct. 2. together. Blood for Blood played a shortened set on account of a collective The ' Kids Want a Riot' tour barreled into town with four of the most hard­ band hangover; however they did play one of their most popular hardcore edged hardcore, Oi!, and straight up punk bands on the bill. Beerzone, from sing-a-longs, the pulse-quickening ' F**k You.' Anti-flag played a surprisingly England, Blood for Blood, an accomplished hardcore band, and the highly well thought out set, challenging their audience to question authority and not anticipated Anti-Flag, a pseudo-political punk band from Pennsylvania that to follow blindly along a preconceived path of someone else's plan. They were all packed on to the same roster. But the real draw of the show was the then led the crowd in a shout-a-long with their theme song for the tour "Too headlining band, the rowdy Boston based Dropkick Murphy, with their unique Smart to Fight, Too Smart to Die,' and a song for unity in the crowd with blend of standard punk, mixed with Oi! and skinh ead anthematic Irish folk "Drink, Drank, Punk!' music. The real show began however, when Dropkick Murphys opened with a bag­ I stood outside the ever popular Cabaret Metro on one of the first truly brisk piper playing the traditional Irish "Call to Arms' Murphys style. The band's set mornings this season. I watched as the line along North Clark St. grew and grew, stretch­ ing up to the corner of Racine and then beyond. I began to grow anxious, so many The kids want a riot people for such an early show--noon on a - Saturday, is not the prime time for this particu- BILL MANLEY lar subsection of the populus to be out in force. When I woke up, the first mostly consisted of songs from their new thing I did was stare out my front window, (which also happens to overlook album "The Gang's All Here' on Hellcat Staff Photographer North Clark) to see droves of mohawked, studded belt, boots and braces records but they threw in favorites like the types in a mass migration toward the show. rowdy "Bar-room Hero' and the semi nostalgic "Boys on the Docks' from their The people waiting in line were beginning to get impatient. A tall young man debut Hellcat release "Do or Die.' The blend of the new with the old is some­ in black leather with an impeccably groomed neon green mohawk stepped in thing Dropkick Murphys are masters of. They bring together the surly punk line just in front of a scoffing group of north side skinheads who seem to be rock attitude flawlessly, with the working class pride that the skinhead move­ amused at the young man's display, despite obvious hangovers from the pre­ ment is based on, even though, politically, the two should never meet. vious night's activity. The line and the tension seemed to be growing, which Dropkick ended the show by bringing the piper back out for a crowd sing-a­ was in no small part due to the fact that, over an hour after the doors were to long to the first verse of "Amazing Grace' with 1100 of the socially shunned open, the crowd had yet to enter the club. singing as one, a traditional religious hymn. Once the doors had finally opened, people seemed to have ca lmed down. The last song in the Murphys' set is always a Boston version of the folk The steady line streamed in. was patted down by security, and then let to song "Charlie on the MTA' aptly renamed "Skinhead on the MBTA.' During pass. Dropkick Murphy is not exactly a venue's dream band, because at the the Oi! chant in the chorus of the song they worked in AC/DC's "T'N'T' again, last show there were several incidents during the set that finally ended with taking a look back at their musical roots. an on stage fist fight involving one of the members in the band and someone For being one of the most anticipated and anxiety-ridden shows of the year, on Metro staff. The house lights were put on and the show stopped, only to this latest tour by Dropkick Mu rphys could not have been more successful. begin again because of the fans' refusal to let scuffles destroy the show that The bands, as well as Metro staff and security, pu lled off more of a show of they desperately wanted to see. After the problems at the first Metro show, support than a show of force. and it was a fine outlet for us all to get together Dropkick was having difficulties finding a club that would book them a second when "The Kids Want to Riot.' • VITALITY OCTOBER 1 1 , i g99 Th1s Week's L1neup I The Sound Corner fnday 10/15 Pa vement@ V1c Theater M ICHAEL O'BRIEN The Pacific Northwest is home to an Assistant Editor Wednesday 10/13 Elv1s Costello, Steve incredible amount of outstanding, innova­ Something To Write tive bands. Built To Spill, Modest Mouse, N1eve @ Park West and fnday 10/15 at Home About 764-Hero, Sleater-Kinney, Unwound, AneCrown The Get Up Kids Damien Jurado and Sunny Day Real Wednesday 10/13 Echo and The (Vagrant Estate head the impressive list. Death Cab Bunnymen, OtheTStarpeople @ Metro records/Heroes & For Cutie is the latest entry. Villains) Lead singer Benjamin Gibbard's voice Monday 10/11 ATt of No1se, DJ Warp@ has all the good parts of Built To Spill's Metro What a mess their personal lives must Doug Martsch in it, and none of the Thursday 10/14 Ben folds f1ve, Tram, be. Judging by the lyrics from The Get annoying qualities. In fact, comparisons Up Kids' entire catalog, their relationships to Built To Spill are extremely valid, how­ flemmg a nd John @ RIVIera aren't going very well. Somehow they ever, nothing on this disc sounds the least Wednesday 10/13 Chnshan Death, manage to wake up in the morning and bit derivative- it's exactly the opposite. MoTtns, Godhead, D1et of Worms @ record some music, which is quite lucky It's the first classic indie-rock record of House of Blues for us. the year. Something To Write Home About is a Something About Airplanes has a dark, Wednesday 10/13 Yo-Yo rna@ Symphony simple, guilty pleasure. It's less indie than claustrophobic feel, but manages to avoid Center the Kid's previous discs. They've turned sounding tedious. Death Cab segues ThuTSday 10/14 John Mellencamp@ up the vocals and cleaned up the guitars. smoothly from the pop thrills of "President Umted Center This sounds like a major label record. Of What" into the darker "Champagne The change has had positive and nega­ From A Paper Cup," a song which ends Saturday 10/16 Motorhead, Nashville tive effects on the band's sound, however. the Built To Spill comparisons. It shows Pussy @ House of Blues They' ve ventured from emo-punk to an emotional depth that Built To Spill has straightforward poppy emo-candy. never been able to capture. Consequently, they have lost a lot of indie­ Something About Airplanes was cred, but should gain a legion of fans. recorded and produced on an analog eight The biggest flaw with Something To track, and as usual something about that Write Home About is the unfortunate fact sound is just so right. It doesn't bash you that the two best songs on the album, "Red over the head like 16 track stereo record­ Letter Day" and "I'm a Loner Dottie, a ings do. Rebel" have been previously released. It's Death Cab For Cutie has earned a solid a minor complaint, however. The album is spot alongside their Pacific Northwest enjoyable, spirited proof that indie rock contemporaries. Modest Mouse recently can comb its hair, get dressed up and try to signed with Epic, the home of Pearl Jam get a date to the big dance. and Oasis. The signing of Modest Mouse coul d be the beginning of another major Retrospective label blitz on the state of Washington. If Red House Painters so, Death Cab For Cutie has an excellent (4AD) chance of making a name for themselves.

BILLY O ' KEEFE It His voice is a gift. Viewpoints/New Media Editor sits in the comer of a dark lonely room, filled with memories Tonight the Stars Revolt! and pain. Mark Kozelek doesn't really Powerrnan 5000 actually sing. He just lets out. None of (Dream works) his lyrics are there because they rhyme or sound nifty. They have to be there. Every There ain't no revolution going on here ­ song is a process of moving on, giving up hell, there's nothing even original about or dealing with someone. this record. But with "Tonight the Stars Red House Painters are a special band. Revolt!," California's Powerrnan 5000 has They make intensely personal music that created in its sophomore LP what Trent shows an incredible knowledge and awe of Reznor couldn't produce in five years' the human condition. time: a loud concept record that's not a Retrospective is a two-disc collection of dizzying bore to listen to. greatest hits, demos and out takes. It's a Like plenty of industrial bands (think wonderful introduction to the Red House Deftones playing with Kom, throw in Painters world. It's also a special treat for some cheesy superhero lyrics, and you get old fans. The demos are stark, emotional the picture) PM5K suffers from the same takes of old favorites. The stripped down one-beat-itis that produces a decent open­ version of "Mistress" is a notable high­ ing number, and I 0 songs more that sound light. Kozelk's painful, melodic yelp at either like remixes or the same song with the end of the song is one of his finest di ffe rent lyrics. But if the band had to put moments. a sound on heavy rotation, it picked a Trust me on this one. You ' ll get 27 good one: "Revolt" can drag at times, but songs for 15 bucks, and if you have a soul, it never slows down or gets lost in its you'll fall in love with Red House mess. Most importantly, the token third Painters. single/slow track is nowhere to be found here. Something About When it comes to hardcore, "Revolt" is Airplanes no "Pretty Hate Machine" or "Psalm 69," Death Cab For Cutie but it comes through with good, loud (Eisinor/Barsuk ambience that, once absorbed, translates Records) into fun, if not pristine, headphone music. OCTOBER 1 1 , 1 999 VITALITY

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