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2 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 VINTAGE OHIO WINE FESTIVAL - 20 YEARS!! One of America’s Premier Wine and Food Festivals • August 1st and 2nd, 2014 By Donniella Winchell The fi rst of its kind Ohio wine and food event will celebrate its 20th Ohio is now producing nationally acclaimed wines which anniversary this August 1st and 2nd in beautiful Lake County. Colorful have become a source of real pride in many of our ‘wine country’ tents, rolling hills, picnic tables, and groves of tall oaks provide a communities. For over a decade, the cool climate whites from the tranquil setting for the festivities. Vintage Ohio is the most acclaimed Lake Erie region have been awarded gold and silver medals from the summer wine and food festival between the Appalachians and Rockies nation’s most respected wine judges, repeatedly have wowed industry and is the model for dozens of similar events in Ohio and in a dozen professionals from Washington DC to California who once were other states. unaware our state could produce such stunning vintages. Just this This year, sixteen wineries will be on hand to ‘take the mystery out past year, several Ohio Ice Wines, those luscious and unique dessert of wine appreciation’ – and celebrate the unprecedented growth of the offerings have won ‘best of show’ in three of the most respected grape and wine industry in the Buckeye State. But more than anything national wine competitions. else, Vintage Ohio helps to underscore the tremendous growth of the Our industry professions have taken leadership roles with grape and wine industry in Ohio – and in the northeast corner of the and among their colleagues in the national wine community. We state. coordinate one of the most respected wine and tourism marketing Although grapes have been planted in Ohio for over 200 years conferences in the country. In 2013, the state hosted Wine America, – and in the 1860’s we led the nation in total production, the industry the national trade association. Our state leaders annually give launched a ‘new era’ in the mid 1970’s when thirteen wineries gathered presentations at all of the major industry conferences. In 2015, Ohio together to form an organization [the Ohio Wine Producers] to will chair the national state association council, representing most of tout its re-vitalization and to help build a future larger than its past. the country’s 8000 wineries. From across the state, a half dozen these pioneers, with the help of Soon the industry will launch a second series of industry events researchers at Ohio State, determined there was a need to share the in conjunction with various charities and not for profi t museums and story of wines grown and offered that were different from the juice and arboreta. These smaller, intimate tastings will showcase the Ohio jelly varieties which fi rst emerged when Prohibition ended. grown vinifera which have begun to make their mark among the Once the organization was created, one of its fi rst efforts was the nation’s most sophisticated connoisseurs. naming of June as Ohio Wine Month. Since those early days, the month And the crowning achievement for this region….and frankly was used to celebrate their progress within the greater world of wine. for the entire state, opened just last month in Geneva. Windows on June also has served as a way to grab media attention – and launch a Pairings, the fi rst phase of a wine and culinary complex will become summer of wine travel to draw consumers into tasting rooms in every the envy of the national wine community. It is offering hands on corner of Ohio. cooking classes, professional development for winemakers and grape By the mid 1990’s the industry had grown to about 40 wineries growers, intimate multicourse meals, regional festivals and every day when that very same group of founding ‘fathers’ decided it was time to wine sampling from vintners and farmers from all across the state. share the fruits of their efforts with a public broader than just to those To say ‘We’ve come a long way Baby,’ is truly an understatement. who would drive out to a local winery on a summer day. Vintage Ohio Ohio is truly a ‘player’ in the American world of wine. And the was born through the efforts of the original thirteen. seeds for most of this national acclaim and economic growth initially The hard work and vision these visionaries served as the emerged in the northeast corner of Ohio. And in a few weeks, 30,000 foundation for an industry now valued at well over three quarters of a friends, family and fans will help celebrate all of the progress at the billion dollars. With over 200 wineries now open, another thirty or so 20th anniversary of the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival. in the pipeline and over 5000 full time equivalent jobs, the ‘business’ of grapes and wine in Ohio has become a signifi cant force, within both our For additional information: agricultural and tourism communities. [email protected] A couple of years ago, Kent State University recognized both the need and potential in this business and launched a two year degree program in both enology [winemaking] and viticulture [grape growing.] Their fi rst four graduates are now gainfully employed in the industry. A dozen more will soon be ready to contribute to our future. However, as signifi cant as those numbers are the true importance of the industry goes well beyond the hard statistics cited in the most recent economic impact study just released by our Ohio Department of Agriculture.
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VineyardWinery, Bed & Breakfast 518 Gore Rd. • Conneaut ‘Wine Maker for a Day’ 440-593-5976 Imagine….a day, working in a real wine cellar with a favorite vintner…. Monday - Thursday Top 7 reasons to visit our Winery The ‘Winemaker for a Day Experience’, sponsored by the Ohio Wine Producers Association, 5:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. offers a hands on opportunity participate in the production of great wines guided by some of Friday 7. The Vineyard is looking GREAT! Ohio’s best professional winemakers. 5:00 - Midnight 6. We are open ALL YEAR! Participants might be helping to blend an award winning vintage or perhaps would bottle wines from the spectacular 2012 vintage or assist in the Crush next fall as grapes come into the cellars Saturday 5. Great appetizers to begin their journey to gold and silver medals. 12:00 p.m. - Midnight 4. Small, friendly, family owned 3. You can meet the winemaker Participants can select the winemaker with whom they will work from among the following Entertainment wineries in every corner of the state: 2. We appreciate your business Every Saturday! Caesar Creek Vineyards, Xenia 1. We grow grapes & the wine is great! Candlelight Winery, Garrettsville Join us for Debonne’ Vineyards, Madison-Sold Out Beef Roast Ferrante Winery, Geneva Gervasi Vineyard, Canton-Sold Out Take II Sat. August 16 • 7pm Heineman Winery, Put in Bay 3AT *ULY s $45 per couple. Reservations required Maize Valley Winery, Hartville Old Firehouse Winery, Geneva on the Lake Paper Moon Vineyards, Vermilion Khaos & Nyx Patio Is Open! Shamrock Vineyards, Marion The Winery at Lakehouse, Geneva on the Lake 3AT !UG s 10am-6pm Mon-Thurs Terra Cotta Vineyards, New Concord later on Friday & Saturday • Closed Sunday Vinoklet Winery, Cincinnati Come enjoy the music! www.bucciavineyard.com Upon completion, the ‘Winemaker’ will receive a certifi cate suitable for framing….and a bottle of wine labeled with the ‘Winemaker for a Day’ logo to share [along with bragging rights] among his or her family and friends. This unique experience would make a perfect holiday gift for that wine lover on your list. Slots are limited and times for the ‘Experience’ must be based on mutually available schedules. DEERR’S LEAPEAP WINERYI Cost is $175. Call 800-227-6972 or click here to make reservations. Full Bar • Large Selection of Domestic, Imported & Craft Beer Steak & Seafood Restaurant Crafted Artisan Meadery Expands Distribution to Virginia We now carry a full line of Live Bands Biscotti Wines! Sunday 5-8 and Washington DC Full Restaurant 11:30-9 Daily! 7EDS 4HURS Crafted Artisan Meadery announced in June that it is expanding its distribution territory to &RI 3AT include Virginia and Washington DC with respected Virginia-based distributor Hop and Wine representing the brand. Sunday BBQ Weds. July 23: Earl B. Hall “We’re super excited to be entering these new markets and even more excited to be doing Thurs. July 24: Chad Hoffman it with such a well respected distributor partner” said Crafted owner Kent Waldeck. “We have a is Back! $5.99 and up Fri. July 25: 2 Guys & 12 Strings ton of great things coming and we’re stoked to be able to now include our fans in Virginia and Sat. July 26: 4 Kings DC” said Waldeck. Sun. July 27: Beach House Band Hop and Wine is equally enthusiastic about the partnership. “Crafted’s focus on producing MONDAY: Weds. July 30: Johnathan Browning high quality honey-based beverages caught our attention and we are certain that consumers here Mexican Monday 75¢ Tacos Thurs. July 31: Jay Habbit in the mid-Atlantic will be excited once they get an opportunity to taste for themselves” said Half price Margaritas 5-7 Fri. Aug. 1: Bobo Joseph Fritz, Manager at Hop and Wine. TUESDAY: $2 Off All Burgers Crafted Artisan Meadery has undergone dramatic growth since their opening just two short Sat. Aug. 2: Sam & Gary years ago. Their still and sparkling meads in bottle and draft formats have garnered a number WEDNESDAY: 40¢ Wings Sun. Aug. 3: Take II of awards and acclaims. Most recently Crafted won a gold medal for their Pollinator sparkling THURSDAY: Pasta Bar! Weds. Aug. 6: Johnathan Browning mead at the Mazer Cup International Mead Competition in Boulder, Co. Partnering with Hop FRIDAY: AUCE Fish Thurs. Aug. 7: Earl B. Hall Fri. Aug. 8: Take II and Wine now brings their total distribution footprint to six states and Washington DC. “We Sat. Aug. 9: TBA have a number of additional distribution plans in the works and will be sharing more details 1520 Harpersfield Road Sun. Aug. 10: Good Company very soon” said Waldeck. Weds. Aug. 13: Jay Habbit About Crafted Artisan Meadery Geneva • 440-466-1248 Thurs. Aug. 14: Bobo Crafted Artisan Meadery opened in June of 2012. Distributed in multiple states, and 'ENEVA %XIT OFF ) 3 ON 32 s MILE Fri. Aug. 15: Brick House Blues through their tasting room in rural Northeast Ohio, Crafted focuses on educating its customers (OURS 3UN 4HURS PM s &RI 3AT PM on the history and future of Mead as well as the importance of honey bees and local ingredients. Sat. Aug. 16: Incahootz Through consistently exploring innovative fl avors Crafted Artisan Meadery brings fresh, new www.deersleapwine.com Sat. Aug. 17: Spoon Too Soon mead experiences to their customers. Visit www.craftedmead.com or call 330-628-4444 to learn more. 6 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014
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Open 7-Days-a-Week! Now Open at Noon on Fridays! Gift Certificates Stop in & Try Our New Menu make great gifts! Join us at Vintage Ohio Wine Festival ENTERTAINMENT Aug. 1st & 2nd Entertainment Fri & Sat: 7-11pm Sunday Open Mic 4:30-7:30pm Thurs, July 24: Tom Todd ,AKEFARM 0ARKS s +IRTLAND Fri, July 25: Castaways Sat, July 26: Ernest T Band &OR MORE INFO CALL Sun, July 27: Open mic w/Off the Rails Thurs, July 31: Tom Smith Fri, Aug 1: Incahootz Home of the Original Sat, Aug 2: Stone River Band Wineburger Sun, Aug 3: Open mic w/Lyle Heath or Try Our Monthly Specialty Burger! Thurs, Aug 7: Dick Dana &RI !UG #ASTAWAYS /PEN -IC 7ED s Sat, Aug 9: Face Value Hosted by SUSIE HAGAN Sun, Aug 10: Open mic w/Tom Todd Winery Hours 403 S. Broadway Kitchen Hours Thurs, Aug 14: Evergreen Mon-Thurs - 3-9pm -ON 4HUR PM Fri: Noon-Midnight Geneva Fri: Noon-10pm Sat: Noon-Midnight 440.466.5560 Sat: Noon-10pm DECK Sun: Noon-9pm Reservations not needed 3UN .OON PM IS but always a good idea! OPEN! www.theoldmillwinery.com July 23 - August 13, 2014 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 7 By Cat Lilly
CLEVELAND BLUES SOCIETY The second annual Blues Cruise went off without a hitch, and a great time was had by all who attended. The next Cleveland Blues Society Meeting/Jam will be held on Monday, August 11th, at the Redhawk Grille, 7481 Auburn Road, Concord, Ohio 44077. (Phone 440-354-4040) This month’s jam will be hosted by the Nightwalkers. Meeting starts at 7:30. All blues lovers welcome! CBS will have a booth set up near the Old Barn Pavilion at the 118th Cuyahoga County Fair in Berea, August 4th – 10th. Blues musicians from all over the Cleveland area are encouraged to stop in and perform impromptu on the CBS stage. Last year some of the best players around showed up to lend their support and the jams that ensued were the real thing – spontaneous traditional blues created on the spot. Volunteers to man the merchandise tables are always appreciated, also, and your reward is listening to good blues and having a great time while helping out! At press time, CBS has three sponsored events scheduled:
CLEVELAND BLUES SOCIETY - HISTORY OF THE BLUES When: Wednesday at 2:00pm Web: clevelandblues .org It is with tremendous gratitude that the Cuyahoga County Fair presents the King Bees, sponsored by the Cleveland Blues Society.
THE KING BEES When: Wednesday at 7:00pm Web: thekingbees.com The King Bees Blues Band was formed in August of 1993. They began as a throw together band for some friends who wanted some live Blues music at their summer barbeque. The group enjoyed themselves and elected to keep the formation together. Throughout the next several months they found themselves well received as they began working low profi le appearances in neighborhood clubs. Since that time the group has expanded from a simple four-piece jam band to the full sound six-piece format they are today. The group’s repertoire ranges from Blues to Jazz to popular music. They perform selections from classic Blues artists such as Junior Wells, The Blues Brothers and B.B King. Other more mainstream selections include R&B classics from performers like Ray Charles and Wilson Pickett. Popular music selections include material from artists like Van Morrison, Stevie Ray Vaughn, The Rolling Stones and The Allman Brothers. The group continues today playing many of the Cleveland areas most popular venues. They spend the summer months appearing as favorites at many area’s seasonal events and street festivals.
BLUE LUNCH When: Monday at 8:00pm Web: www.bluelunch.com Blue Lunch is an 8 piece band in Cleveland, Ohio. Infl uences range from Chicago style blues, jazz, jump swing, r&b, doop wop & soul. Blue Lunch has played events as diverse as The Pittsburgh Blues Festival, Cow Pie Blues Fest, and presidential balls.
Awards Free Times Best Band in Jazz, Swing categories 2009 winner of Cleveland Blues Challenge 8 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 Selected to represent Cleveland in Memphis for the International Blues Challenge. Other events are still being added, so check for updates online at www.cuyahogacountyfair or Cleveland Blues Society Facebook page.
PRICING SPECIALS: Monday Only! - $2 Admission with donation of one non-perishable food item per person. “Two for Tuesday’s” – Buy One Fair Gate Admission and receive a 2nd Fair Gate Admission for FREE. Wednesday & Thursday - FREE Till 3PM! Show up before 3pm and gain free admission! All-Day Half-Price Ride Bands - Available on Wednesday & Thursday ONLY for just $8 if purchased before 3PM! Special Room Rates & Vertical Horizon Ticket Package Deals from Comfort Inn.
CINCY BLUES FEST FRIDAY AUGUST 1st – SATURDAY, AUGUST 2nd The 22nd edition of the Cincy Blues Fest, produced by the Cincy Blues Society, features four stages of local, regional and national blues acts performing Friday, August 1 and Saturday, August 2 along the Cincinnati riverfront downtown at Sawyer Point. Admission to the Cincy Blues Fest is $15 on Friday and $15 Saturday, with two-day passes for $20 sold at the gate on Friday. Children 13-18 are $5 each day, children under 12 are free. Tickets are now available at. Headlining the weekend is Guy Forsyth, a Texas blues and blues rock singer, guitarist, harmonists and songwriter, who has released nine albums to date. He regularly tours both in the United States and Europe, and has opened for Ray Charles, Robert Cray, Dr. John, B.B. King, Jimmie Vaughan, and Lucinda Williams. Once again, an impressive number of the best local, national, and international boogie woogie pianists will grace the stage under Saywer Point’s arches on Saturday. This once-a-year gathering is a treat for fans and performers alike, especially when the artists gather on stage for the grand fi nale jam at the end of the evening. You never know who’ll you see sitting side-by- side at the keys! At the center of the Cincy Blues Fest sits the Main Stage, which provides a grand venue for amazing national blues acts, as well as the fi rst-place winners of the 2013 Cincy Blues Challenge. You’ll also want to watch the Main Stage for the Blues in the Schools (BITS) band — OPEN FRI. 4-12 come and support the next generation of blues masters! Celebrating two decades of success, Cincy Blues Fest continues to draw fans and families SAT. 2-12 • SUN. 2-10 to Cincinnati’s riverfront for music, food, fun, and the best names in the blues.
~Continued on Page 10 Beach Bar & Grill! PERCH Best place to watch & WALLEYE the sunset on the Lake. DINNERS Book us for your Special Event! Fri, July 25...... Nick Zuber Show ...... 8:00 Sat, July 26 ...... Lost Sheep Band ...... 8:00 Sun, July 27...... Horsefeathers...... 5:00 Fri, Aug 1...... Fred Barringer & Cat Lilly ...... 8:00 Sat, Aug 2 ...... Becky Boyd Blues ...... 8:00 Sun, Aug 3 ...... Dan Holt Blues ...... 5:00 Sat, Aug 9 ...... Brickhouse Blues...... 8:00 Sun, Aug 10 ...... Susan Hagan ...... 8:00 Fri, Aug 15 ...... Juke Joint Junkies ...... 8:00 Sat, Aug 16 ...... Rachel Brown & The Beatnik Playboys...8:00 6827 Lake Road West • Geneva • 440-466-9127 2-1/2 miles west of Rt. 534 and Geneva State Park Corner of County Line Rd. and Lake Road West. July 23 - August 13, 2014 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 9 ~Continued from Page 9 Watermelon Slim - Blues Legend Anthony Gomes - Touring Blues Rock Artist “AMERICA’S BLUES”DOCUMENTARY Devon Allman - Touring musician and frontman for the Royal Southern Brotherhood America’s Blues is a documentary fi lm in the making about the different ways blues music Boo Boo Davis - Blues Legend has impacted the world. Patrick Branson and Aaron Pritchard, producers of the documentary, Harry Weber - World Famous Sculptor and Artist have been working hard on the fi lm for over two years and what has materialized is a unique Bill Luckett - Mayor of Clarksdale, MS and Co-Owner of Ground Zero Blues Club story of the blues’ impact on our society and our lives. The blues has infl uenced nearly every Janice Monti PhD - Blues & African American History Expert & Professor form of American music and sadly, aside from its part in the birth of rock and roll, its infl uence Jim O’neal - Founder of Living Blues Magazine and Blues Hall of Fame Inductee often goes unrecognized. Beyond its musical impact, it has reached into so many other art Gayle Dean Wardlow - Blues collector and Leading authority on Charlie Patton, Robert Johnson and the development of the Delta Blues forms, such as paintings, sculpture and even television and fi lm. It has even become the culture Lance Williams, PhD, - Founder of Blacks on Blues of entire cities and helped to put them on the map. If music were a color, it would be blue. Patricia Schroeder, PhD - Chair of English and Coordinator of American Studies at Ursinus From Charlie Patton’s roots in the rural south to Bob Dylan’s 1998 performance at College in Pennsylvania Madison Square Garden, blues music has transcended generations and racial barriers. It has laid Gil Cook, PhD - English Professor at Dominican University the foundation for pop culture and American music. Blues is a time-honored art, infl uencing Jimmi Mayes - Musician and Author of “The Amazing Jimmi Mayes: Sideman to the Stars” musical genres like jazz, country and rock n’ roll as well as helping to tear down walls of Sharon Lewis - Chicago Blues Diva segregation and create social acceptance of cultural diversity. Stan Street - Musician, Artist and owner of Hambone Art Gallery in Clarksdale, MS America’s Blues takes a new angle on an established narrative, focusing on the evolution Theo Dasbach - Musician and Founder of Rock and Blues Museum in Clarksdale, MS of American music and the impact that blues music has had on American society and culture. Hal Lansky - Owner of Lansky’s in Memphis and son of Bernard Lansky “Clothier to the King” Through interviews with musicians, historians, artist, professionals and activists, a compelling (Elvis Presley) story of the music’s signifi cant historical contribution unfolds. We explore, not only the musical Debra Devi - Author of “Language of the Blues” impact it has had on all forms of popular American music, but also the infl uence it has had on Dr Dean Alger - Expert on the Blues and Lonnie Johnson Dick Waterman - Famed Blues manager and Photographer art, fashion, language, fi lm and racial equality. Kim Lenz -Nationally Touring Rockabilly Artist CAST The list is constantly growing and they have several other big name artists to add, but they need As the fi lm is still in production, the cast list is growing constantly, but these people have to raise money to get to them. already been interviewed: Big George Brock - Blues Legend David Dee - Blues Legend “Money for Music” Kim Massie - Blues/R&B Musician In order to fi nish production and start the post production process, Branson and Pritchard need to Jimbo Mathus - Delta Musician and former frontman of the Squirrel Nut Zippers. raise $25,000 to cover the costs of four more trips that are essential to the storyline. In addition, Danielle Schnebelen - Bassist/Singer for Trampled Under Foot and multiple Blues Music Award it will cover online marketing costs and some of the costs associated with archival footage use. Winner Pritchard and Branson are so close to having their content fi nished that “we can almost hear the Leo Bud Welch - Blues Legend opening night applause,” but they need your help. They have devised a unique online fundraising campaign called “Money for Music” that gives ordinary people the opportunity to contribute to the making of this important fi lm. 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The festival will feature music, dancing, children’s activities, merchandise, food, cultural exhibits, and a beer garden. A variety of food will be available, including ethnic cuisine from Indian to Hawaiian, as well as American, Saturday, Aug. 9 Soul Food, and traditional Festival Fare. There will also be Vegan offerings. The Torchers 2014 Entertainment Line-Up in Cornelius Park Saturday, July 26th Entertainment is from 8pm - 12am with 12-1pm..……Lenape Nation Opening Ceremony & Festival Blessing (Native American) DJ/VJ/Karaoke to follow until 2am. 1-2pm...... Parade down Main Ave. 2-3pm...... Beauty queen introductions & Geauga Highlanders Pipes & Drums (Scottish) SEND US AN EMAIL TO RECEIVE OUR MAILINGS! 3-4pm...... Traditional Irish Music Seisiun (All Irish Musicians Welcome) OUR JUNE PHOTO WINNER IS RUBY FOLEY! 4-5pm...... Timmy Tango & Company (Argentine, Tango Vals & Milonga Dance) 5-6pm...... 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For more information, www.downtownashtabula.com 440-964-6854. Concerts Geneva Township Park Gallabaloo 2014 Rockabilly, Bluegrass, Punk Rock Everyat Tuesday 7pm Geneva-on-the-Lake Extravaganza (Donations accepted by The festival takes place on Saturday, August 16th at Jim and I Park located at 14301 West Ridge Rd. (Rt. 20) West Springfi eld, PA 16443. Music provided by *Lords Of The Highway, passing of donation can) Potwhole, Sean Patrick And The Newgrass Revolution, Coffi n Bangers, Lunch Munny, Joe Nameless, Dredneks * Misery Jackals, Black Grass Baptism, and * Miss Firecracker. Tickets Earn a are $15. Onsite camping is available and food will be available from Break Wall BBQ of 65HIRT Conneaut, Ohio. BYOB. Advance tickets are available at www.eventBrite.com For more info at 3 July 29...... Erie Heights Brass Ensemble fi nd Gallabaloo on Facebook. GOTL Strip Crawls! n Aug. 5...... The Madison Band Music Box Supper Club Shows 1. The Lake Erie September 17: Wishbone Ash Monster Crawl d 7:30 p.m. (Dining begins at 6 p.m.); $25 advance, $30 day of show Memorial Day Aug. 12...... Young and Blue Concert Hall thru Labor Day Wishbone Ash emerged as part of the nascent progressive rock scene in 1969, where they 2. became known for their distinctive brand of melodic rock inspired by British folk, as well as Thunder on Aug. 19...... Linda Fundis American jazz and R&B. More than 40 years later, the band is still relentless road warriors the Strip and creatively inspired, as evidenced by their latest studio release, “Blue Horizon.” At this Thunder Week show, expect to hear plenty of songs from this record in addition to a complete performance of 3. Halloween 2014 Aug. 26...... Remember When Wishbone Ash’s biggest-selling album to date, 1973’s live album “Live Dates.” (Meet & Greet Monster Crawl available; see details on our website at www.musicboxcle.com/wishbone-ash/) September & Sponsored by the Geneva-on-the-Lake Visitors Bureau October ~Continued on Pg 18 www.VisitGenevaontheLake.com • 440-466-8600 July 23 - August 13, 2014 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 11 the bubbly 1976 #1 pop hit with Kiki Dee. A passenger jet graces the piano on “Daniel,” whose fi rst verse speaks of “traveling tonight on a plane.” “I’m waiting for some airlines to call me with some commercial offers,” jokes the black-suited By Pete Roche John. The piano—which cost closer to $1.5 million— effectively becomes a mirror throughout the concert, showing video clips whose themes Elton John: The Million Dollar Piano either match the music or subtly compliment Elton John’s been sharing his music with the world for nearly half a century now, tugging the stage lights. Or one might think of it as the our heartstrings and shuffl ing our shoes with classic albums like Caribou, Honky Chateau, instrumental equivalent of a chameleon—not Madman Across the Water, Captain Fantastic and The Brown Dirt Cowboy, and Reg Strikes an inaccurate analogy, given Elton’s penchant Back. for mixing things up in both the musical and “My gift is my song,” Sir Elton famously sang on his 1970 eponymous album. “This one’s wardrobe departments. for you.” Accordingly, a touching black and white fi lm is Clearly, John’s “song” is a gift that keeps on giving: The man born Reginald Kenneth displayed during “Mona Lisas and Mad Hatters” Dwight in Middlesex, England 67 years ago has sold more albums (300 million) than any other (dedicated to the people of New York after the non-Beatle save Elvis Presley, whose early records inspired young Elton to rock. He’s released events of 9/11) and vintage shots of Elizabeth over 30 albums, boasts an astounding fi fty Top 40 hits, and was a constant chart presence from Taylor fl icker on the elegant “Blue Eyes.” A the late ‘70s through the 2000s—all despite (or in some cases because of) prevailing musical clever video montage of Elton hits both old and trends, ever-shifting audience tastes, and consolidation / reformatting of commercial radio. new appears during “Goodbye, Yellow Brick The fl amboyant voice behind “Bennie and The Jets” and “Tiny Dancer” boasts an impressive Road,” while “Crocodile Rock” is set to a scaly green motif. “Philadelphia Freedom” is suitably collection of Tony, Grammy, Golden Globe, and Academy Awards. John was also inducted framed with bicentennial red, white, and blue. into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1994, knighted by Queen Elizabeth II in ’96, and was a The DVD liner notes indicate that Woodroofe and Fisher based the production on Louis Kennedy Center honoree in 2004. He’s performed over 4,000 concerts in his career (including XVII, the French king who built The Versailles. Reimagining Elton as a modern-day “Sun hundreds of team-up shows with fellow “Piano Man” Billy Joel), founded his own record label King” of Vegas, they bathe the entertainer in gold and amber lights when no particular theme is (Rocket), and is a noted philanthropist, having lent his wealth and fame to charitable causes for called for, and the color schemes makes for inspired lighting choices on sun-centered tunes like AIDS research and LGBT empowerment. “Indian Sunset” and “Don’t Let the Sun Go Down on Me.” What have you done lately? Over-the-shoulder camera angles afford spectators privileged glances at Elton’s handiwork st Even after all this time, he’s still standing: John issued his 31 album—The Diving on the keys and vocal prowess on the microphone. Occasionally, “Reg” bolts up from his piano th Board—in 2013, and this Spring he just wrapped a world tour marking the 40 anniversary of stool and pumps a fi st or thrusts a fi nger in the air for emphasis, drawing onlookers into each Goodbye, Yellow Brick Road. During the intervening months, John enjoyed another residency moment. at The Colosseum at Caesar’s Palace in Las Vegas, where he regaled packed audiences from The backup band is phenomenal (and the mix is great). Ever-present guitarist Davey an elaborate stage whose centerpiece was a state-of-the-art grand piano tricked out with a Johnstone switches guitars (and mandolins) as needed, and at one point plays an axe with translucent top and LED screens whose video displays corresponded to its environs. a “Captain Fantastic” paint job. Wearing white gloves, drummer Nigel Olsson is an ace Now available on DVD and Blu-Ray, Elton John: The Million Dollar Piano (Eagle Rock) timekeeper. Keyboardist Kim Bullard adds synth fl ourishes on a Kurzweil, and percussionist documents the megastar’s most recent 16-gig Caesar’s stand and celebrates his long-term John Mahone decorates the tracks with timbale and chimes. Another percussionist—the partnership with Yamaha, whose engineers constructed the dazzling, titular sci-fi instrument. legendary Ray Cooper—shares the stage alone with Elton on “Better Off Dead. Bob Birch John hosted a similar event (The Red Piano) at the legendary Neveda venue a decade ago, but provides reliable rhythm—and some low melodies—on his fi ve-string, his stance and physical Million Dollar Piano—launched in 2011—took Elton’s already elaborate concert experience to demeanor evoking a quiet, benevolent bear. new levels with its lavish lighting schemes and sublime musical arrangements. Conceived by Sadly, Birch passed away in 2012 (the DVD is dedicated to him and Woodroofe). designer Patrick Woodroofe and late producer Mark Fisher, the updated show saw Sir Elton and Elton is backed by vocalists Rose Stone, Tata Vega, Jean Witherspoon, and Lisa Stone, all of his crack band thrill concertgoers with a marathon of hits (and a couple obscure tracks) from whom add extra fl air to Bernie Taupin’s beloved lyrics and employ a bit o’ body language during his prodigious back catalog, all staged amidst the dramatic visuals provided by a massive video “Levon” and “I’m Still Standing.” The ensemble is joined by cellists Sjepan Hauser and Luka backdrop, swooping gels, and the piano’s uber-cool onboard tech. Sulik—the dapper-dressed duo known for their classical interpretations of songs by AC/DC, U2, Rather than source video from any one gig, John’s editors have painstakingly assembled and Michael Jackson. footage from several nights (taken from multiple cameras) into one seamless multimedia medley. Prize-winning fans are allowed to storm the stage during fi nale “Saturday Night’s Alright In other words, the DVD provides the best of the best. John and his accompanists wore the same (for Fighting).” It was surely a thrill for them, but they swarm around Elton and his piano, attire each time out, so there are few if any continuity issues, and only the keenest viewers might obscuring the view for other Colosseum attendees (and home viewers). And one can’t help but detect something amiss that’d suggest these familiar tunes weren’t all sourced from the same suspect Elton didn’t exactly enjoy people shoving their iPod cameras in his face the entire six two-hour spectacle (we didn’t notice anything). minutes. Couldn’t they have just waited for the DVD, like the rest of us? Striding onstage to Strauss’ bombastic “Also Sprach Zarathustra” (the overture from Ah, but the riff-raff are cleared from the stage for the encore, allowing Elton and Stanley Kubrick’s 2001: A Space Odyssey), a caped Sir Elton takes a quick bow before warming company to nail The Lion King’s “Circle of Life” with cinematic bravura. the ivories on an uppity “The Bitch is Back” and psychedelic “Benny and The Jets.” The We had the opportunity to see Elton live (again) in Youngstown, Ohio this past winter. He Yamaha beams to life on “Rocket Man,” its screens casting images of starry skies and a crimson- played one of the fi ve “normal” pianos at that show, but otherwise that set so closely resembles hued Mars through the tune’s still-heartbreaking “I’m not the man they think I am at home” the material here (minus the exclusion of “Funeral for a Friend / Love Lies Bleeding”) that refrain. DVD makes for a nice souvenir. We recommend it highly to anybody else hoping to relive Greeting the crowd (and, indirectly, his home audience), John explains that he nicknamed the enchantment of the current tour—and for anyone who hasn’t yet witnessed the Elton John his fi ve touring pianos after his favorite female musicians (Aretha, Diana, Nina, etc.). The piano phenomenon in concert. used on the “Red” tour was dubbed—rather appropriately—Nikita. Bonus features including a “making of” documentary and four additional selections The sparkling Million Dollar Piano? Blossom. (“Candle in the Wind,” “Sacrifi ce,” “Sad Songs (Say So Much),” and “Don’t Let the Sun Go “It has an aquarium built into it,” says Elton, whose voice is huskier than it was in the Down on Me” recorded in concert in Kiev. ‘70s and ‘80s but is just as strong—and perhaps even more soulful. Demonstrating the Yamaha’s magic powers, Elton teases fans with a snippet of “Don’t Go Breaking My Heart” as the instrument’s side panel projects images of his older self singing 12 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 DON PERRY
By Don Perry Kenny G. comes to the Hard Rock Rocksino I absolutely must begin this time, by wishing a much deserved “Congratulations!!” to the Vintage Ohio Wine Festival Ohio Wine Producers Association as they celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Vintage Ohio wine festival. Thanks to the tireless efforts of Donniella Winchell and the staff of OWPA, as well the &RI !UG ST s PM many wine producers, musicians, vendors and volunteers who have contributed over the years, this festival receives national recognition. The cooperation and teamwork of all involved has helped to bring Old Mill Winery our “North Coast” into the limelight as a must-visit destination for wine enthusiasts across the country. A tip of the hat to you all, it is a pleasure and a privilege to have been a part of this prestigious event since lucky number 13. 3UN !UG RD s .OON Speaking of years gone by, I believe this to be my 7th year of writing “What about Jazz”, so as I attempt to do a little math in my head; it’s safe to say that during this time I’ve written features on over 50 different artists, ranging from local talent to those of international fame. By doing so, I’ve become aware of the huge amount of talent in our area, I’ve had the opportunity to meet, talk with and listen to many gifted players and I’ve learned a great deal about the history of jazz. I enjoy spreading the word about where to fi nd local talent. I’d also like to let you know when something new and exciting is coming to town, or when a musician of international fame is performing in our area. There are also times when I just feel the need to bring to light an infl uential fi gure in the history of jazz, someone whose accomplishments and achievements must not be forgotten or overlooked. And then there are times when I just ramble… or rant. Not once over these many years, have I featured Kenneth Bruce Gorelick. Though his critics have often questioned his depth of Willoughby Gazebo understanding of traditional jazz, his music and his presence transformed smooth jazz from a struggling fl edgling into a multi-billion dollar part of 4HURS *ULY TH s PM pop culture. There is simply no denying what Kenny G. has done for smooth jazz, the saxophone and instrumental music in general. Born in Seattle Washington on June 5, 1956, Kenny G grew up in the city’s Seward Park neighborhood, which is a center of Seattle’s Jewish Old Firehouse Winery community. He began playing &RI *ULY TH s PM the saxophone at the age of 10, after hearing one played on the Ed Multi-Cultural Festival Sullivan show. Kenny learned how Downtown Ashtabula to play under the direction of local ->Ì°ÊÕÞÊÓÈÌ ÊUÊÇÊ« trumpeter Gerald Pfi ster and by practicing along with records (mostly Old Mill Winery those of Grover Washington, Jr.), 3AT !UG TH s PM trying to emulate the sounds that he was hearing. Kenny G’s musical career began at the age of 17, with a job as a The Doctor is in the House! sideman for Barry White’s Love Unlimited Orchestra in 1973 while still in high school. He continued to DOC play professionally while studying for a major in accounting at the GENRE University of Washington in Seattle and graduated magna cum laude. His solo career started in 1982 when he was signed by Arista Records, after New Patients Welcome label president Clive Davis heard his rendition of ABBA’s “Dancing Queen”. The Epic He received success quite early on, with both “G Force” and “Gravity”, his 2nd and 3rd studio albums respectively, achieving platinum status $OWNTOWN -EADVILLE in the United States, but it was his 4th album “Duotones” and primarily the single “Songbird” that brought him breakthrough success in 1986. The th 4HURS *ULY ST s PM album sold over 5 million copies in the U.S. alone. His 6 studio album, “Breathless”, became the best-selling instrumental album ever, with over 15 million copies sold. CK’s Lounge, Quail Hollow In 1994, Kenny G won the Grammy Award for Best Instrumental Composition for Forever in Love. He is the biggest-selling instrumental 3AT !UG ND s PM musician of the modern era and one of the best-selling artists of all time, with global sales totaling more than 75 million records. They can criticize all they want, the numbers don’t lie! His music may not be steeped in jazz tradition but the man plays melodies that people Saybrook Twp. Park want to hear. And he will be playing at the Northfi eld Park Hard Rock Rocksino at 7:30 pm on August 12th. For tickets and information, visit www.hrrocksinonorthfi eldpark.com 7EDS !UG TH s PM If everyone did everything exactly the same, not only would this world be a very boring place but jazz would never have come to be in the fi rst place. Plus there would be a lot of critics out of work. Laurello Vineyards 3AT !UG TH s PM
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16 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 Reminiscent of Sherwood Forest, the Great Lakes Medieval Faire is a shaded, 13th century family fun theme park fi lled with fun continuous entertainment. The shire of Avaloch is fi lled with outstanding shops of art and treasures, from silks to swords. Watch demonstrating crafters blowing handmade glass works, jewelers threading fi ne gold wire around exquisite crystals and jewels, smell the fragrant bouquet of candles and the herbal aroma of soaps, plus clothiers, leather makers, cobblers and more. Try your hand at archery, axe throwing and other games of skill. Enjoy foods fi t for a King. Sink your teeth into a colossal Turkey Legge or sit down for an authentic full course, fi re-roasted chicken dinner, and fi nish your day off with the delectable homemade frozen custards and pastries. Step back in time to an age of romance and chivalry, where brave knights battle for the favor of the Queen. Enjoy a festival day with much merriment! Experience the variety of entertainment: marvel at magicians and fi re-eaters, gasp with dynamic swordplay, and chuckle at marvelous jesters. Performers at the 2014 Faire include:
Archery and Siege - Weapon Demonstration - appearing twice daily on the Field of Honor, Master Will and Yeoman Neil will show you the skill that the English Archers brought to the medieval Battlefi eld. They will fi re the powerful Trebuchet and the massive Siege Bow. Be warned! You may learn something about medieval weaponry at this event!
Living Combat - Chess Match - Sword and axes clash as the forces of White and Black fi ght for each precious square. Cheer your side to victory at this Battle Royale! A main event not to be missed - only one show daily.
Washing Well Wenches - They’re wet! They’re wacky! Come see medieval girls gone wild! The Washing Well Wenches bring us “good clean fun and wet, dirty women”!
Johnny Phoenix -The show is called Johnny Phoenix, comedy for a world on fi re! To quote Johnny, “It mixes interactive comedy, variety arts (fi ree eati eating,ng, whip work, and fi re walk) with performance arts and stand-up comedy. Its message is strong and rooted in humanity.”
Danger Slash - One half of the famous “Hack & Slash Show!” Watch Slash as he performs dangerous acts of questionable sanity. Will he survive? Don’t miss it!
Broon brings a conversational style to the variety comedy world with less emphasis on corny gags and empty fl ash and more on audience interaction and personality. While cracking bullwhips, juggling bowling balls or eating fi re. Broon keeps the laughs alive with a dry wit and extemporaneous style that keeps audiences in stitches. Note: Appearing the fi rst three weekends (July 12th - 27th), only.
Highland Games - Join the fun! All are welcome to participate or justt watcwatchh these challenging traditional Scottish Highland games. Prizes will be awarded to the winners at each show!
All of this plus the ever favorite musical acts such as Axel the Sot, Silentent Lion, Rio Blue, The Plunder Dogs and Rogues of Rafferty. Axel will be doingg an acoustic set each Faire day at noon this season and Circa Paleo will be making a special acoustic appearance on July 26th only. For more details about the themed weekends and ticket information please seeee the ad on this page. July 23 - August 13, 2014 www.northcoastvoice.comth • (440) 415-0999 17 Ctid P 21 ’ Not if Susan Yasinksi can help it. mention inaccurate) to dismiss her deft, By Pete Roche sunblock-and-snorkel guitar style as gimmickry. Susan’s no knock-off. Rather Popularized by ocean-centric songs like The Surfaris’ “Wipeout” and The Ventures’ than mimic, she manifests. As far as “Pipeline,” the genre exploded from the California coast in the early Sixties, coupling slick, she’s concerned, Surf Rock isn’t a bygone Duane Eddy and Chuck Berry-inspired lead guitar with dance-ready rhythms. A lot of the style but a burgeoning, potent musical tunes dispensed with vocals entirely, ditching “oh baby” melodramatics for primal beats and vernacular. We return to ‘60s spies for otherworldly guitar (or saxophone) hysterics. an analogy: Austin Powers and Maxwell Dick Dale—the self-proclaimed King of Surf Guitar—set a benchmark for the genre with Smart are well-known secret agents of the muscular “Misirlou,” whose reverb-saturated staccato guitar bounded over an insistent kick cinema, but they were mostly kitsch bass and sharp snare, not unlike an adrenaline junkie riding the waves off the Malibu shoreline. instead of cool—and both ‘60s throwbacks A trio of teenage brothers living in Hawthorne, California took note when starting up a band of written to lampooned the more suave and their own. Calling themselves The Beach Boys, they worked bohemian lyrics, buoyant beats, sophisticated James Bond and Derek Flint. and Berry-like guitar passages into four of their fi rst fi ve singles: “Surfi n’,” “Surfi n’ Safari,” Susan’s no knock-off. Songs like “Surfi n’ U.S.A,” and the eloquent “Surfer Girl.” “Jade,” “HuDu,” and “Jiffy Pop” might Movie composer John Barry also capitalized on the craze in 1962 by assigning a recall the days when go-go girls fl itted stuttering, mildly sinister guitar the leitmotif of the Monty Norman-penned theme in the in frilled miniskirts on Shindig! and premiere 007 fi lm Dr. No in 1962. Like Dale’s Middle-Eastern fl avored licks, the memorable Hullaballoo—but there’s also something spy riff (heard during the gun-barrel openings of many subsequent EON pictures) oozed foreign undeniably now and in-the-moment about them, too. Surftone could probably net a fortune intrigue and bespoke Aquarian adventures in exotic lands. hawking orange juice, sunblock, or even cruise ship vacation packages with her tunes (one of But surf rock waned at the end of the Kennedy-Johnson years, with radio yielding to her songs was featured in a Nissan car promo a couple years back), but we suspect she’s more similarly-constructed tunes about fast cars (and faster women). Led by a quartet of mop-headed concerned with selling good vibrations. miscreants from Liverpool, The British Invasion signaled the end of one era—and the beginning That aesthetic continues on Yasinki’s latest offering, Reckoning, available now from Acme of another. Bros. Records. Vestiges of surf music resurfaced occasionally over subsequent decades. Guitarist East The six-song EP provided Surftone with both challenge and catharsis; the guitarist wrote Bay Ray wove a lot of rapid-fi re tremolo guitar bits into the music of (punk pioneers) The Dead and recorded the music while recuperating from the sort of hand injury that’d sideline less Kennedys. Alternative rockers Smashmouth employed surf as schtick on the hits “All Star” and tenacious players a year or two (if not permanently). Susan not only shreds on guitar once more, “Walkin’ on the Sun” in the Nineties, albeit with quirky keyboards as their focal point. Since but also plays bass and keyboards. Kravac is also back, pulling double-duty as co-producer and then, bands like Los Straightjackets, The Mermen, and Man or Astro-Man incorporate surf’s drummer. angular guitar into their mainstream-eschewing mixes. The result? Reckoning is twenty-fi ve minutes of intimate, authentic surf rock bliss whose But New York-born Yasinksi is the real deal when it comes to furthering the spirit of DIY methodology and deliriously accessible tunes celebrate how far Surftone has come—and sunshine-and-seawater guitar rock. Raised on a steady diet of Elvis and Beatles, she defi ed hint at where she may go next. convention early on by learning how to write and perform electric guitar music instead of Roll out your convertible and drop the top (metaphorically speaking) for incendiary opener contenting herself with listening and dancing along (like all the other girls) to the day’s big boy “Mojo Junction,” whose oceanic, ebb-and-fl ow rock rhythm bolsters Susan’s bright lead guitar. bands. Unlike Dale and other string-pickers, Yasinski prefers jangly chords and distinct (but shimmery) Rocking out wasn’t Susan’s chosen profession: she attended law school at Boston phrasing. She swaps velocity for feel, communicating instead of hyperventilating, and it pays University and took a job with the F.B.I. at the height of the Cold War before plugging in off: Each note has a distinct presence and peel. Together, they provide the listener breathing her guitar permanently. The federal government frowned upon side gigs at CBGB’s, so the room rather than taking one’s breath away, and one can imagine the wind whipping through secret agent / musician lead parallel lives, toiling for Uncle Sam by day—then going stealth his (or her) hair, as if tearing down the Pacifi c Highway at sunset at 75mph. There’s a nimble at night to hone her chops in local pubs and clubs. But the tragic death of John Lennon in late bass fi ll on the turnaround, and Kravacs’ wave-like snare is augmented sizzling high-hat and— 1980 galvanized the importance of music in Susan’s life. She tendered her resignation shortly midway through—by hand-claps. One can’t listen and not think of Coppertone, coconuts, and thereafter. conch shells. Yasinski formed The Surftones in Rochester after playing axe in a New Wave rock combo Rumbling bass escorts Surftone’s Byrds-like guitar to a double-timed segue on “Circles” (Black Tights) and a stint on the acoustic circuit. Reimagining the buoyant sounds of the surfi n’ as keyboards whirl in background. Likewise, the upbeat “Secrets” employs a steady, tick-tick Sixties for modern audiences, her all-girl trio released several well-regarded instrumental beat and sibilant high hat when underpinning Susan’s twangy, saccharine guitar lead. There’s albums on the German-based Gee Dee label (Without a Word, Thunderbeach, Bitchin’). Band even a rattlesnake-like vibra-slap punctuating her ascending, crystalline four-note passages members came and went throughout the 1990’s, but Susan’s lead guitar prowess was constant: during what could be considered the refrain. Slip into your fl ip-fl ops and fi re up the Tiki torches. Yasinski often channeled punk rock fi re in her playing, and she didn’t shy away from saluting Something of a sister song to “Mojo Junction,” the up-tempo “Vortex ‘59” dresses an old- her infl uences (The Rolling Stones, Doors, Velvet Underground) in her original material. She school garage rock progression with a wistful, swerving lead. Keyboards fi ll the background even dedicated two entire albums to Beatles covers. space, audible but unobtrusive when Surftone depresses her whammy bar to blur chords into Yasinski traded one Coast for another at the turn of the century, relocating from The Big watery undulations of sound. Apple to Portland, Oregon, where she launched a solo career. Produced by Steve Kravac (Blink Listen to samples of “Secrets” and “Mojo Junction” here: www.reverbnation.com/susansurftone 182, Pepper, MxPx), Shore successfully summoned the spirit of the Sixties. Last year’s follow- The EP’s conclusion brings Susan full-circle: The disc wraps with a spin on 1955 Elvis up, Too Far, furthered only furthered her curriculum vitae, cementing Surftone as the preeminent Presley hit “Mystery Train” (itself a cover of the song recorded by Junior Parker two years female surf guitarist—if not one of the best female guitarists, period. Cue either disc and you’re prior for Sam Phillips’ Sun Records), and B-Side to Presley single, “I Forgot to Remember to immediately transported back to a time when the pinnacle of home décor consisted of turquoise Forget”). Conjuring guitarist Scotty Moore by tickling the King’s vocal melody on her treble wallpaper, saffron drapes, and polypropylene furniture. Hanna-Barbera cartoons like The strings, Surftone maximizes on scant fi ve or six notes during the verse, then her hand slides— Jetsons and Scooby-Doo dominated television airwaves—the former reinterpreting Mod living glissando—into the transition as a rhythm guitar calls out the chord changes. A locomotive pulse for an animated space age, the latter liberally sprinkling its “far out” mysteries with “groovy” is further achieved not by increasing the tempo or placing emphasis on the drums, but by going hippy references. Frankie Avalon and Annette Funicello offered escapist bliss in Beach Party in the opposite direction, limiting percussion to a pair of sticks. The sharp, cicada-like clickety- and Beach Blanket Bingo . Elvis thrilled in Blue Hawaii and Clambake. A decade of pop clack evokes the image of a phantom engine barreling down the rails. culture is practically distilled in Susan’s mirthful measures. www.susansurftone.com But there’s nothing disingenuous about Surftone’s approach, and it’d be unfair (not to 18 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 Guitar Lessons From Rick Piunno Old Crow Medicine Show’s “Remedy” Has Most Beginner Explosive Album Launch in 16 Year Career to New Collection Embraced By Press, Reaches Highest Billboard Chart Debut, Video
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3AT *ULY s PM Angie Bowie is a writer, rocker, poet and fashion icon. She works to bring attention to transgender, gay and bisexuality rights. Her outgoing personality and well-chosen thoughts take us from the beginnings of her book project and discoveries throughout. Angie’s latest book, POP.SEX (Create Space Independent Publishing, 2014) is a history lesson on sexuality through the ages. It is a page turning book that gives us a history lesson in sex with a wide cast of characters. We go back in time as the book discusses the conquest appetites of kings, queens, pharaohs, emperors, philosophers, presidents, authors, artists, actors and everyone in between. Once thinking that life sure must have been boring “back then” turns out to be quite the contrary. First, we are going to back up just a bit and fi nd out what sparked this book, which Sunday, began as an essay. “A man named, Terrance Brown had a record company called Megatone Records that released a song of mine written by Paul Zone. One day Terrance asked me why July 27 I had not written a thesis on bisexuality for my web site. I had never thought of such an idea PM and was quite chuffed,” explains Angie. “It took me about a year to write the essay. I took my time and did a lot of research. I wanted to pay close attention to details and did not want 62/21&20081,7<3$5. to be faulted or criticized. Once I fi nished writing and put it on my web site, the reaction was 620&(17(55' enormous. I started getting letters and emails from so many people who were sharing stories and seeking advice. I took some time to answer their questions on my web site, which is still posted in the “archive” section. One morning the thought just came to me, “POP.SEX” and decided to write a book about the history of popular sexuality. It took me a total of 15 years to get the book fi nished. 12 years to write it and 3 years to edit.” POP.SEX delves into the private lives of Hans Christian Anderson, Edgar Allan Poe, Charles Dickens, Ernest Hemingway and many more! We may know on the surface that Poe and Hemingway had their dark corners but that is all we know until you read the book. “We do revere the great classical writers, painters and artists but it’s still OK to know the truth,” said Angie. “Pablo Picasso was an evil bastard who hated women and treated them like shit. Surrealist painter, Salvador Dali was perfect and divine yet he was a maniac, how fabulous is that? He didn’t have any weirdness, he was just crazy blue.” What are the fi rst thoughts that come to your mind when you think of Eleanor Roosevelt? Yes, she was a former fi rst lady and was married to Franklin Delano Roosevelt better known as FDR. Eleanor advocated for women, African Americans and World War II refugees. She also was in Follow us on Twitter! love with her bodyguard, Earl Miller. She wanted to leave FDR after the 1932 elections so she could marry Earl. In spite of FDR’s infi delities and her feelings for Earl, Eleanor remained with her husband. Reading this newfound information was a surprise because of the ever so proper image she maintained. “Eleanor never did anything to embarrass her husband,” said Angie. “We look at people around us and we notice how they behave or how they don’t behave. My parents loved Eleanor Roosevelt. They thought she was the bee’s knees and I always loved her, too. She Celebrate our Anniversary worked on the Declaration of Human Rights for the UN. As I learned more about her, it did not make me like her any less. In fact, it helped to understand her better.” The media bombards us constantly with ads based on sexuality. We see seductive ads for by Winning a Trip from fashions, fragrances, vacations and cars with “perfect looking” men and women. “It’s like a common denominator. It’s something that nearly everyone can understand and agree on whether it’s the attraction between men and women, men and men or women and women,” said Angie. Apple Vacations! “Everyone understands that when you are with someone, you are trying to establish some sort of intimacy and trust. It’s an understanding that someone has your back. We can say times have TO LISTEN LIVE AND WATCH OUR LIVE COUGAR CAM changed but it’s still connecting with others and feeling safe. I think some people have given up on their sexuality which I feel makes them older much quicker. It removes them from the idea to WWW.COUGAR937.COM be a little vain, to the take the time to invest in their appearance. As my mother used to say, “Put 20 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 your make-up on. You don’t want to scare the horses or the children.” (laughs) I have seen many beautiful older women who always have themselves together before they go out and face society. There are many young people who don’t seem to have an interest, self-respect or simply not even consciously aware to think that it matters how they look.” Why is it that many people admire celebrity couples? There were so many leading men and women over the past 100 years. We watch their movies, their role in society and their sex appeal. People still admire and talk about JFK and Jackie Kennedy or Marilyn Monroe and Joe DiMaggio. While these couples are examples of why many are curious, Angie offers insight into why that idea still shines. “I think its celebrity worship to take the place of traditional monarchy. We do seem to be drawn to movie stars and their lives. I think there is a character trait that we are seeking. We look to others as role models. Role models are the way we break out of our own MON.- FRI 11am-7pm parents discourse. It’s the desire of searching for someone else who can teach you something new. That’s why we cleave to the Marilyns, the JFKs and that whole idea.” HAPPY HOUR $/-%34)#3 7%,, $2).+3 Angie shares more of her thoughts on POP.SEX. “I wanted to write a book that was civil, civic and social comment and put it in a way that people would fi nd entertaining. I did not want $).% ). $ anyone to feel that I was preaching. I know if I used the subject of sex, people would read it. I /.,9 3 Cheeseburger & Fries! MONDAYS hope they will be swept away but learn something in the process. Nothing has really changed over time as we may have thought. Yes, we do have modern technology and improved ways of ¢ $).% ). living but the character of man is still as crazy as it was 5 or 10,000 years ago. It reassured me. I 50 A WING /.,9 do not share information with others to be outrageous. I say it because it’s true.” TUES. & THURS. $ CAT’ASTROPHE 7 Bucket CAT’ASTROPHE (Whamco WEEKENDS Productions, 2014) is a coloring book of Beer illustrating the true-life adventures of Pooh Kitty who was a cat that was rescued by Angie and her partner, Michael. Angie writes the story in a rollicking, frolicking Fri. July 25: Back When Band rhyming verse. A portion of the proceeds from CAT’ASTROPHE will be donated to Sat. July 26: Krankd the Malachi House in Cleveland. The Malachi House is a place for individuals who are terminally ill and have limited or Fri. Aug. 1: Ted Riser & The Tucker Band no fi nancial resources. The facility relies on contributions and other fund raising events. Sat. Aug. 2: Mary Taylor Brooks “A few years ago I was in Cleveland and a friend of mine took me to see the Malachi House. I Fri. Aug. 8: Elm Street Blues Band was very moved by the people I met,” said Angie. “I knew I wanted to help, to contribute in some way in hopes that it NEVER would benefi t their facility. I remember A COVER Sat. Aug. 9: Alias talking with my partner, Michael and he CHARGE suggested I write a story. After taking some time to think about it, I decided to write the story about Pooh Kitty. I knew that since the story was simple, it would need illustrations. Rick Hunt Fri. Aug. 15: Miserable Idiots provided the marvelous illustrations and shared my enthusiasm.” CAT’ASTROPHE is appropriately titled as Pooh Kitty fi nds herself in a few catastrophic FRI & SAT situations. Angie’s creativity and personality shine through. As Tom Cat is wooing Pooh Kitty, Sat. Aug. 16: These Days BANDS AT 9PM we fi nd perfect verse that reads, “…he promised her adventures and spun kitty dreams, lulled her to sleep with Rock n Roll schemes…” Readers will enjoy the repetitive beat and verse as they read about Pooh Kitty and share in Fri. Aug. 22: Fabulous Disaster the highs and lows of her nine lives. This book is for pet lovers, cat owners, veterinarian offi ces, pet supply stores and in your personal book collection. In addition to the Malachi House, another portion of the proceeds will be given to No Kill Animal Shelters. Sat. Aug. 23: Headlands Beach Experience
Copies of POP.SEX and CAT’ASTROPHE are available at Amazon.com For more information about Angie: www.angiebowie.net ,AKESHORE "LVD s 7ILLOUGHBY !T THE INTERSECTION OF ,AKESHORE ,OST .ATION 2D s July 23 - August 13, 2014 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 21 ~Continued from Page 11 September 18: Abe LaMarca CD Release Show with special guest Anne Cochran 7:30 p.m. (Dining begins at 6 p.m.); $20 advance, $25 day of show Concert Hall Powerful soul vocalist Abe LaMarca recently returned back home to his native Cleveland, Ohio, after living and performing in Las Vegas for several years, where he was privileged to work with some very talented people, including “America’s Got Talent” winner Michael Grimm. Recently, he has been busy in the studio; in 2013, he released the popular song “Rise And Shine” with longtime friend and co-writer Anne Cochran. The track is featured on his new full-length, “Stand And Deliver,” along with the follow-up single, “A Little Inspiration.” This show with Cochran serves as the CD release show for the album. Tickets are on sale to the general public on Wednesday, July 23, at 10am EST, online at www.musicboxcle.com or by calling 216-242-1251. VIP members can purchase tickets starting this morning at 10am EST. Jackson Browne Announces U.S. And U.K. Fall Tour Dates With A Stop In Akron, Oh At E.J. Thomas Performing Arts Hall On Ocotber 15 IN SUPPORT OF HIS NEW STUDIO ALBUM TO BE RELEASED OCTOBER 6/7 Singer-songwriter Jackson Browne announces fall tour dates in the U.S and U.K to support his new studio album, Standing In The Breach, scheduled for release on October 6 (international) and 7 (U.S.). Accompanying Jackson on the road this fall are longtime band mates Val McCallum (guitar), Mauricio Lewak (Drums), Jeff Young (keyboards) and Bob Glaub (bass), with the addition of acclaimed multi-instrumentalist Greg Leisz (guitar, lap steel, pedal steel). Standing In The Breach, Jackson’s fourteenth studio album, is a collection of ten songs that turns deeply personal and political, exploring love, hope, and defi ance in the face of the advancing uncertainties of modern life. “This is my ideal band, with some of my favorite players, all of whom appear on the new CD, and whose combined gifts provide the musical foundation and emotional underpinnings of my new songs,” says Jackson. “The interplay between Val McCallum and Greg Leisz on this album - the effortlessness of their chemistry is a gift really, that just dropped into my lap. I feel fortunate to have them out on the road for this tour.” The new studio album can be pre-ordered with each purchased concert ticket, and is also available for pre-order now thru Amazon.com Advance concert tickets are on sale now. Purchase tickets at the Thomas Hall box offi ce, You don’t have to leave your dogs online at ticketmaster.com or by phone at 800-745-3000. kennelled or alone while you’re away, For more information, visit www.jacksonbrowne.com they can stay with me! Cleveland Masonic Auditorium presents the “Retro Futura th s 3AFE FENCED IN YARD Tour” featuring Thompson Twins’ Tom Bailey August 25 at 8 PM s ,OTS OF PLAY TIME EXERCISE Thompson Twins’ TOM BAILEY to play s (OME ENVIRONMENT Thompson Twins hits live for the fi rst time in 27 years s 3LEEPS IN THE HOUSE The long wait will soon be over! For s /BEDIENCE TRAINING AVAILABLE nearly three decades fans of the Thompson s $AY CAMP WEEKENDS VACATIONS Twins have been waiting for more live performances from one of the most iconic s 2EASONABLE RATES bands of the eighties. Now Tom Bailey, with a new band, will be touring and performing Call Linde at most of the big Thompson Twins hits in 2014. 440-951-2468 The Thompson Twins had huge hits PUPPIES on both sides of the Atlantic. Songs such & SENIORS as ‘Hold Me Now’, ‘Doctor Doctor’, ‘You WELCOME! Take Me Up’ and ‘Love On Your Side’ provided the soundtrack for so many people’s lives worldwide in the mid-eighties. In 1985 The Thompson Twins played ‘Hold Me Now’ at Live Aid in Philadelphia and also performed the PUPPY RAISER, Beatles ‘Revolution’ with Madonna. Leader Dogs for the Blind ~Continued on Page 25 22 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 Wellness 4-Directional Wellness Program Life is meant to be celebrated…. That By Patricia Ann Dooms includes understanding Ask most people if they live a holistic lifestyle, and they will almost every aspect of our lives; immediately respond with “Yes, I take my vitamins.” Or…. “Sure, I eat well”, our Soul’s Purpose, our Finances, or maybe they will add “I exercise faithfully everyday”…..as though to say that is all there is to a holistic lifestyle. our Professions and our Relationships. Ask most people if they have fun living their holistic lifestyle, and expect a few blank A partial listing of Classes & Workshops stares, as though fun and lifestyle are in no way related. offered for the 4-Directional And lastly, ask most people if they realize all of the various arts and practices dating back thousands of “Evolutionary” sessions: years that actually contribute to their health and well-being, and they will seldom see a connection between anything they do in their lives today, and anything that anybody else ever did. s 4HE %NERGY OF #ASH &LOW I would like to take the opportunity to discuss some of the centuries-old “therapies” that are commonly used today, just as they were among 4HE ,AW OF !TTRACTION the ancient Egyptians, traditional Asian healers, Native American Shamans, and Hippocrates himself, the father of modern day medicine. s #HAKRA (EALING"ALANCING They are sound, music, color, light, and numerical vibration…and they are fun. I bring a lot of fun into my healing work, because that too is s .UMEROLOGY vibration-raising. Who doesn’t know that laughter is the best medicine? s 2EIKI Today, I’m just going to talk a little bit about sound and how different types of sound and music affect us in different ways. Before the beginning, all that existed, was Pure Energy…or The One Source…or to most of us: God…. and God was non-dual. So…God thought, s 2EFLEXOLOGY “I am only one – now may I become many.” And this caused a vibration which eventually became sound, and that sound was Ohm. Creation itself s #REATIVITY IN (EALING was set in motion by the vibration of Ohm. More listings and information at The original translation of the scripture: “IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE WORD” is” actually: “IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE www.feathertouchpathandpurpose.com SOUND.” Or….. “IN THE BEGINNING WAS THE VIBRATION”. We have used musical sound largely as entertainment in the past. Sound therapy explores the very real and positive effects sound can have Patti Ann Dooms, upon all of us, and its potential to heal. Holistic Lifestyle Mentor Music is one of the most powerful healing forces available to us today. 440-223-7510 Waltz music rhythms can ease indigestion. Classical and baroque music is good for the heart. Did you know that a French minuet can help ease respiratory problems? Those of us over 40 tend to respond more physically to jazz music. It is no accident that some of the steamier scenes in the movies have a background of saxophone music, a vibration which very closely resonates with our most basic instincts. The under 40 crowd will respond more readily to guitar music for the simple reason that their lower vibrations are less mature and therefore resonate to that form of sound. The Native American fl ute raises our higher senses, opening us up to insight, intuition, and a greater spiritual awareness. Sound is the vibrational fi eld that makes up language, music, and tone. When it is organized, we communicate words, ideas, feelings, and expressions. In its disorganized form, it is merely noise. Every person listens in different ways. When rhythm, melody, and harmony are organized into beautiful forms, the mind, body, spirit, and emotions are brought toward harmony. We know the power of sound and music, and we know also that the voice changes with emotional states or illness. Our health or mood can be strongly affected by music, toning, chanting, singing, and drumming. Dr. Masaru Emoto, who wrote “The Hidden Messages in Water”, did research for 10 years on frozen water crystals. He would expose natural water to various sounds, words, tones, and music, then freeze the water and photograph the resulting crystals. What he discovered was amazing. The most beautiful crystals were those which were exposed to the words “love” and “gratitude”……to the music of Mozart and Handel’s Messiah. The least attractive, and downright ugly crystals were the result of words such as “war”, “hate”, “stupid”, and the sounds of heavy metal music. His book contains all of his photographs and is an easy weekend read. I strongly recommend it for understanding the effects of sound vibration. Perhaps, dear reader, you will take a quick look at that book and I won’t feel so much like I’m talking to “most people”, but to you, who in all your wonderful wisdom, understands that the connection between health and sound is very real, very therapeutic, and most of all, very fun! And, after that….we can talk about color and light and art—and of course it’s place in the holistic lifestyle. * P atricia Ann Dooms, known in some circles as “the Mentor from Mentor”,is a certifi ed holistic lifestyle mentor, practicing a variety of energy healing modalities which she has combined into her FeatherTouch 4-Directional Wellness Program. 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Major Repairs repair that has been proving to be a bit more challenging than I Fast, Reliable Turnover Reliable Fast, for Working Musicians Working for Restorations “The Dreamcaster” Custom built had originally conceived it to be. A cello was brought to me with a Refinishing for Brian Henke Refretting bad crack in the upper bout. Actually it was two cracks. It looked Intonation Adjustments as though something had hit the side quite hard but not enough to Acoustic Pickup Installs put an actual hole in it. I fi rst thought of removing the back and re- alining the sides together and adding cleats to the crack to stabilize SUMMER SPECIAL $ 00 it. Although not a bad idea, it could of opened up a can of worms 10 OFF that could of turned out to be a nightmare. Removing the back off ANY REPAIR With mention of of any instrument can be very challenging. There are many things this ad. that can go wrong along the way. It’s easy to do damage to the ribs Patrick Podpadec (sides) and trying to re- attach it back in the perfect position can be Luthier very daunting. Often the sides of an instrument will have tendency to “splay out” or lose its original shape once the back or top has 440.474-2141 been removed, getting it back on perfectly can be tough. Often times [email protected] you must rig up some sort of temporary form to be able to retain the www.liamguitars.com shape. So not only are you repairing a crack in the side you are now having to perform a whole other diffi cult procedure that has nothing to do with the crack in the side. I decided, without too much trouble to abandon the idea of removing the back. The next step was to fi gure out how I was going to align the wood and be able to glue and reinforce it with cleats at the same time. Take in consideration that there is very little access to the inside because of “f” holes. There is no clamp that I know of that can fi t in the oddly shaped “f” hole and be able to clamp something on the inside of a cello. I couldn’t even get a stick or anything to wedge the two sides of the crack back together. My problem was that the crack was pushed in, not out, and I had to fi nd a way to “pull” it back together. It’s going to be hard to explain this procedure without pictures but here is what I did: I drilled a couple, three very small holes along the center of each crack and was able to fi sh a small guitar string (about a .014) into the hole. I wanted to use the balled end of the string to pull a cleat from the inside to align and glue the crack at the same time. There was no way to fi sh the string in from the inside, so I was able to get the string in the cello from the outside and fi sh it up thru the “f” hole and grabbed on to it. I then took a short (4” piece) of .014 string that had a balled end on it and soldered it to the string that was fi sh inside from the outside. I made a small caul and spruce patch (cleat) and drilled a small hole through them. l had to make sure that they were small enough to fi t back thru the “f” hole and also had to put them on the balled end of the string before I soldered them together. I then was able to pull them back through the hole that was drilled in the center of the crack and re-align the sides of the crack back together. I then made a very small base and attached a tuning machine to it and was able to tighten up the string which pulled the cleat and the clamping caul from the inside and glued it all in one step. Of course it took a few “dry runs” to be able to make sure that it was all going to go the way I had hoped. One other problem that I had to solve was that one of the cracks was right next to a lining on the side so that when I pulled my cleat from the inside the thickness of the lining prevented me from aligning the sides of the crack properly. I had to add a small “ledge” to the cleat so that it would span the lining and the side at the same time, I know that it is diffi cult to visualize through my description, but believe me it was just as diffi cult to fi gure it out and successfully make it work. I didn’t record the amount of time that it took, but it’s safe to say that I didn’t make any money on that repair. The knowledge and skill that I developed from it was enough pay for me. Of course now that the crack is glued, cleated and aligned properly and very secure it is time to try to hide those awful holes that I put in the sides. Although they were small they still looked to be about the size of a dime. A few small chips of colored varnished were lost on the process of the repair so it was necessary to mix some color to match the existing side. I fi lled the holes and cracked edges with a small amount of colored epoxy and was able to sand them fl ush and the whole repair came out very nice. From 10 feet away you can hardly see it (ha, ha). Of course when a repair like this comes about it’s always important to warn the customer of the possibility that the repair is not going to be invisible, the important thing is that the crack has been glued properly, it’s secure and that there will be no possibility of it buzzing from the vibration of the bow being pulled across the strings. Well, I think the lesson today is “Don’t put a crack in the side of your cello!” but if you do , at least you know how to fi x it now, or you can still always bring it to me and I will be glad to fi x it for you . Thanks again for reading the North Coast Voice and please “Stay in Tune”
Keep Smiling! Patrick from Liam Guitars/ Wood-n-Strings
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Says Tom: “This will be the fi rst time I’ve sung the TT’s hits in decades. It’s taken a long time, but now I’m really looking forward to playing those songs to some of the fans that were there fi rst time around.” Formed in 1977, the original Thompson Twins trimmed down their line-up in 1982 to a three piece of Bailey, Alannah Currie and Joe Leeway as they adopted a more electronic synthesizer based sonic line-up. Tom Bailey was the singer, multi-instrumentalist, producer and, along with lyricist Alannah Currie, composed and arranged the Thompson Twins music. The Thompson Twins also enjoyed big success on the US dance chart with ‘Lies”, ‘In the Name of Love’ and ‘Hold Me Now’ all reaching the No 1. In 1988 they had another No 1 dance chart hit in the US with ‘In the Name of Love 88”. The last Thompson Twins show was in Texas in August 1987 and the band fi nally broke up in 1993. Since then Bailey has worked in many different areas of music, from the experimental electronic Babble and Kolab to the Indo-fusion of the Holiwater Band, the visual astronomy project BSP and the sound-system dub of International Observer. The music and videos of the Thompson Twins became a fi xture on hit radio and music television throughout the eighties. Tom Bailey will at last be bringing those songs which meant so much to so many, back live in 2014. More info at www.retrofuturatour.com Tickets on sale now at www.paccleveland.com, or by calling 877.987.6487. The Cleveland Masonic Auditorium is located at 3615 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, OH 44115. The Iguanas Expand the Scope Of Americana On New Album Juarez; Cleveland Appearance Saturday, August 2nd, At Beachland Tavern What if Americana actually encompassed ALL of North America? You’d have the Franco-Acadian infl ections of Canada, as best exemplifi ed by le accordion, the lilting grace and fi ery passion of the music of Mexico, and the only truly indigenous musics the US has ever produced, jazz and blues. You’d also have New Orleans’ premiere distillers of this continental musical melgange, The Iguanas, and their new album Juarez. Taking their cues from all of the above infl uences and then some, Juarez, the band’s fi rst studio album since 2012’s Sin to Sin, redefi nes the notion of Americana, crossing cultures, styles, eras and even languages. It’s as if Rue Bourbon, Muscle Shoals and Plaza M’co were all within earshot of each other and The Iguanas were the musical conduit between them. Based out of New Orleans since their inception in 1989 save for a short, Katrina-imposed exile in Austin the members of the Iguanas have (collectively or individually) played or recorded with everyone from Charlie Rich, Alex Chilton, and Willie DeVille to Emmylou Harris, Allen Toussaint, and Pretty Lights. Their 25 year ride has taken them all over the map musically and geographically, yet the inescapable patina of their adopted hometown infuses every note they play.
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There’s just something defi ant and rock and roll about it, coming from the sole ZZ Top musician who—despite his surname—doesn’t sport a beard. We also loved Frank’s choice of beverage for the evening: Tab. Yes, Tab. The guys shuffl e through the boogie blues of “Waitin’ for the Bus” (you know, the “have mercy” song) and “Jesus Just Left Chicago,” with Gibbons and Hill unleashing the fi rst of many now-familiar synchronized dance moves as a dashboard Jesus looks on from the big screen. Beard counts in the infectious “Gimme All Your Lovin’,” prompting the packed house to clap along. Hill adds high harmony vocals to the mix (presented in Dolby Digital, Dolby 5.1, and DTS Surround), and it becomes apparent just how well his low, urgent bass cements the bottom end. Gibbon’s guitar attack is aggressive, his chords crunchy (and mildly distorted), his leads Today's Best crisp and clear. Most of the songs feature not only a standard guitar solo, but an outro solo as well, and Gibbons rides out “Gimme” with his fi ngertips instead of a plectrum, rapping the knuckle of his thumb over the guitar pickups. Beard ditches his shades for “Pincushion,” an overlooked goody from 1994’s Pincushion album, then the trio rips through a pair of cuts from 2012’s La Futura: “I Gotsta Get Paid” and “Flyin’ High.” The former—based on the “25 Lighters” riff developed by hip-hoppers DJ DMD—bristles over a steady beat that emphases the band’s raw, organic chemistry. The latter tune is rendered with appropriately aerial-centric video footage of parachutists, trapeze artists, Enjoy Great Savings With and roller coaster enthusiasts, and benefi ts from Gibbon’s pinched guitar harmonics. Keyboardist Michael Flanigan and guitarist Van Wilks join ZZ on the soulful “Kiko,” “Discount Deals” Online @ STAR97.com making for an eloquent homage to Nobs. Seated behind a vintage Hammond B-3 organ, Flanigan adds jazzy chords and mischievous little fl ourishes as Gibbons wails away, and at one point Hill nonchalantly strides over for a visit, parking himself next to Flanigan. Overhead, the video screen plays a slideshow of black-and-white images of Nobs posing with Montreux visitors over the years. The funky, Billy Myles-penned “I Love the Woman” (made popular by Freddie King) is interpreted with aplomb—and Hill on lead vocal. After bidding his musical guests adieu, Gibbons cranks out a very experienced spin on Jimi Hendrix’s “Foxey Lady” before returning to ZZ Top fare. The bump-and-grind blues of “My Head’s in Mississippi” (from 1991’s Recycler) never sounded better. “Chartreuse” sizzles, and “”Sharp Dressed Man” cooks (with the song’s original music video playing overhead). Gibbons cocks his guitar while soloing, displaying a greeting-of-sorts affi xed to the back of the instrument for Montreux’s neighbors across the lake: “Biere!” the message reads. The electrifying encore sees Gibbons and Hill swapping their black sport coats for purple and retaking the stage with their customized “fuzzy” guitar and bass. Beard gets a workout on high-hat on the pulsating “Legs,” his eyes still closed in concentration, and the crowd roars in approval when Billy and Dusty fi nally switch positions onstage and visit with folks seated on the opposite ends. Another instrument change puts a black bass in Hill’s hands and a cherry red guitar in Gibbons’, his nickname—“Rev. Willy G”—inlaid on the neck. The lascivious double-entendres of “Tube Snake Boogie” (from 1980s El Loco) still amuse, bordello anthem “La Grange” still rocks, and “Tush” still tickles with blues unbridles blues fury. Hill takes lead vocal again on the barnstorming fi nale, freeing Gibbons up for a round of slide guitar glory. Bonus materials include the aforementioned chat with Gibbons, and another interview wherein both Gibbons and Hill refl ect on their 45 years together— and their time at Montreux. And yes, they also share tips on proper beard maintenance. The DVD release coincides with the release of another greatest hits compilation—The Very Baddest Of ZZ Top—on the Rhino label. 26 www.northcoastvoice.com • (440) 415-0999 July 23 - August 13, 2014 By Westside Steve Simmons Dawn of the Planet of e the Apes Westside Steve 20th Century Fox PG13 130 min &RIDAY *ULY s 0- So summer is here; time for BBQs /N 4AP s 0ORTAGE ,AKES parties and sequels. Well, that and super- hero movies but this week it’s DAWN OF 3ATURDAY *ULY s 0- THE PLANET OF THE APES, a sequel to a /LD &IREHOUSE 7INERY s '/4, prequel. !UGUST s 4HE +EYS s 0UT IN "AY Most movie fans remember the landmark #HECK &OR %XACT 4IME /N 7ESTSIDE 3TEVE 3IMMONS &ACEBOOK series starring Charlton Heston whose cries of “You damn dirty apes” is as memorable as 4HURS !UG s 0- “Soylent Green is people!” /N 4AP s -ONTROSE You may recall a little over a decade ago the PLANET OF THE APES series was 3ATURDAY !UG s 0- brought out of mothballs starring none other %ASTLAND )NN s "EREA than Mark Wahlberg under the direction of !UGUST s 4HE +EYS s 0UT IN "AY Tim Burton. Surprisingly enough it wasn’t, as #HECK &OR %XACT 4IME /N 7ESTSIDE 3TEVE 3IMMONS &ACEBOOK Wahlberg recalled later, very good. A couple 3ATURDAY !UG s 0- years ago Rupert Wyatt decided to reboot the /LD &IREHOUSE 7INERY s '/4, entire series through a prequel, which begins at the beginning. You know the ending of the To purchase Westside Steve Simmons newest CD A Pirates Life visit original fi lm right? We fi nd out that all this www.cdbaby.com/artist/westsidestevesimmons monkey business had gone on years and years before and the dystopian planet we saw was www.westsidesteve.com n good old Mother Earth. This latest series at- tempts to tell the story of just how she got in such a predicament. There are a few good reasons for sequels, or prequels if you must, and two of them are the simple facts that younger movie audiences never saw the original story and also whatever special effect were the hot ticket 30 years ago probably look a little cheesy today so re telling a good story with modern day visuals can be a 306 big hit. So it is with the new series of apes. LOUNGE As much as I liked Roddy McDowall wearing that rubber monkey head I am truly amazed to see Andy Serkis and the CGI wizardry that is brought these genetically altered simians to life. The second installment takes us to a place among the trees inhabited by the apes and the ingly compelling. in history after a virus has wiped out much of Besides Serkis and his amazing portrayal, the human population. That means we have other in the city where the humans have come across enough weapons to provide for an aided by the graphics department, there are pockets of humans and pockets of very intel- no stand-out roles for actors here. Yes, Gary ligent apes trying to survive the post apoca- arsenal. In each of the opposing groups there are rivals for leadership. One who wishes for Oldman is one of the leaders of the humans lypse. Just as one will fi nd tension between but as much as I admire him he is given very any groups of living creatures the apes and peace and one who calls for war and their Home of the Hoover counterparts. Whenever there is some sort of little to do here. humans are distrustful of each other and ap- Still the audience will empathize with parently on the brink of war. a break through it seems the warlike leader on either side will create a crisis for his own kind both sides knowing that peace is probably not 2 HAPPY HOURS! However one dynamic is probably unique going to be possible. among thinking primates and that is selective and blame it on the opponent. That means the tensions get worse and worse. If you are seeking action, well, there’s 7:30-10:30am trust. There are both humans and apes who plenty of it but thankfully not too much, at believe it’s quite possible to live in peace and I won’t tell you how it ends but I don’t & 4-6:30pm think anyone is unaware of the fact that not least not enough to bog down the fi lm. At the harmony with each other, yet there are just as end you will still be crossing your fi ngers and many whose ingrained hatred makes it impos- only is a sequel in the works, but also that Daily Specials sible to fi nd common ground. Frankly that is we have not yet bridged the gap between the wanting to see what comes next. beginning of this series and the end of the fi rst /PEN $AYS s AM AM the moral cudgel these fi lms have all used to Full Kitchen Menu beat a little more hours into the heads of the fi lm many years ago. We can assume that there viewing public. are serious events to come unless the writers "REAKFAST 3ERVED AM Honestly it’s probably not a bad lesson have decided to go completely of the reserva- to learn. Sadly it isn’t learned by enough of tion. B 7377 Lakeshore Blvd. the protagonist in this fi lm. 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The Supersuckers take no prisoners and make no apologies, churning out indie cow-punk for the masses on stages large and small around the globe, year after sweaty year. Their earliest recordings arrived courtesy of Seattle’s Sub-Pop Records—the same self- starter label that introduced the world to Soundgarden, Mudhoney, and Nirvana. A slew of studio albums followed the 1992 singles compilation The Songs All Sound the Same and debut LP The Smoke of Hell, along with a batch of brow-bludgeoning live discs. The next two and a half decades saw The Supersuckers tearing up concert halls and festival grounds on storied bills with The Ramones, The New York Dolls, Social Distortion, White Zombie, and Reverend Horton Heat. The band’s non-nonsense M.O. permeates its latest effort, Get the Hell, out now on Acetate Records. Packing a dozen defi ant tracks onto a 35-minute slab of fi st-pumping fury, the album continues the grand Supersuckers tradition of thrusting a middle fi nger at powerbrokers and bullshit artists (“Shut Your Face”) and making time for musical merriment (“High Tonight,” “Rock On!”). The twin guitars ride high and loud in the mix, the drums and bass comprise a primal rhythmic engine that churns out hell-raising grooves, and the vocals strike as quick-and- cleanly as a dagger between the eyes. Hey, if it ain’t broke, don’t “fi x” it. Still fronted by bass-wielding singer Eddie Spaghetti, The Supersuckers are celebrating their twenty-fi fth anniversary by hitting the highway. The Tuscon, Arizona bred-quartet already supported alt-rock titans The Toadies (“Possum Kingdom”) on several dates—including a gig at The Grog Shop—but now they’re the headliners. They play House of Blues Cleveland on Thursday, August 7 2014. Tickets are only $15.00. Their fi rst release in fi ve years, Get the Hell fi nds Spaghetti and his fellow hellions in top form on a dozen cow-tipping, tractor-fl ipping, torpedo-like tunes that dispense with all pleasantries and go straight for the gut. The tracks were recorded at Arlyn Studios in Austin, Texas—a facility owned by the group’s Farm Aid friend, Willie Nelson—and produced by punk vocalist Blag Dahlia (The Dwarves), so the music bristles with extra rural appeal and urban aggression. Which isn’t to say Spaghetti’s angry. He’s not. The Supersuckers have always advocated for America’s blue-collar everyman, liberally sprinkling their powerhouse grooves with cheeky lyrics and Dukes of Hazard determination. “You’ve gotta trust me,” says Spaghetti, with the conviction of someone who’s earned our confi dence. An introductory air raid siren preps listeners for the incipient sonic assault; the title track carpet bombs eardrums with uproarious, “run for cover” cacophony that’s equal parts dismissal of the status quo and invite to…well, something better. “Hope you’re picking up what I’m putting down,” Eddie interjects, his thick, thunderous bass warbling over Christopher “Chango” Von Streicher’s drums. Tandem guitarists “Metal” Marty Chandler and Dan “Thunder” Bolton dole out the distortion in controlled bursts, occasionally working wah-wah swells and sharp string bends into the mix for fl avor. “Something About You” glides along crisp power chords and a recurring slide riff as Eddie divulges his shoddy track record to a prospective paramour. “High Tonight” is a chicken- picking, barn-burning ode to weekend benders whereon Spaghetti’s bass propels the pill-popping and beer-swilling bacchanalia. “Pushin’ Through” is an homage to rock-bottom underdogs, a “waiting for the wind” aural shot of adrenaline for anyone feeling a little down on his (or her) luck. Elsewhere, Eddie offers barrel-chested boasts over his bad-assedness. Sure, the ownership of loser-hood (“Fuck Up”), confessions of excess (“Gluttonous”), and acceptance of societal inferiority (“Disaster Bastard”) are mostly made in jest. But there’s something sincere-sounding about Spaghetti’s black sheep self-actualizations. He makes no apologies on “Bein’ Bad,” yet bullet-points his faults and aspirations on “That’s What You Get for Thinking.” Get the Hell also serves up a couple choice covers: Depeche Mode’s “Never Let Me Down Again” receives turbocharged tweaking halfway through the disc, and Gary Glitter’s good vibration party chant “Rock On!” becomes a fi tting album-capper. Heck, there’s even a bit of trumpet (“Shut Your Face”) and harmonica (Mickey Raphael) sprinkled in the revved-up guitar madness. So crank up your summer with Get the Hell, and kickoff your August with a dose of Supersuckers live in Cleveland. Tickets available at www.hob.com/cleveland
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