A new kind of Ani: Difranco's newest release aims for new audiences
The newest release by feminist folk-rock pioneer Ani Difranco doesn't quite smell of sell out, but comes pretty close. The political undertones of some of her previous releases are nowhere to be found in "Knuckle Down," leaving the music and lyrical poetry to stand on their own legs, which they accomplish .…
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Movie Review: Hide and Seek
Friday, January 28th, "Hide and Seek" joined the legion of horror/suspense films released recently. The film boasts several pros, such as an amazingly talented cast (including Robert de Niro, Dakota Fanning, Amy Irving, and Elizabeth Shue), good edge-of-your-seat moments, and a strong first hour.…
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Dimestore music makes for a fine evening
Traversing a drab, chilly landscape, the Dimestore Troubadours landed at Breezy's Downtown Saturday evening, bringing with them a lonesome, bleak twang perfectly complimenting the final dark days of winter. Numerous unusual instruments spanned the small platform stage including a saxophone, lapsteel guitar, mandolin and an accordion.…
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Alvin Batiste Exhibition opens
Friday night's opening reception for the Alvin Batiste Exhibition demonstrated a profound, community-wide show of support for the fine arts, folklore, and its relation to Black History.
Some local celebrities attended the event, including mayor Randy Roach and several artists and professors.…
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