February 2015 / Issue 19
INDIE ROCKERS
FAMILY AND FRIENDS
OUR GUIDE TO
SOUTHERN MUSIC FESTIVALS
WE THROW
A GALENTINE’S DAY PARTY
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Table of contents 6 Letter from the Co-editors
8 Behind the Scenes
Paprika Southern Recommends
10 Our picks for what’s new and notable in arts and culture
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Paprika’s Guide to Southern Music Festivals, 2015 Our picks for who to see and where to see them page 3
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Family and Friends Our Q&A with the Athen’s, GA-based indie rockers
How to Throw a Galentine’s Day Party Get our tips for styling your own Galentine’s Day party this year
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Your Own 40 Make Victorian-Inspried Valentine This month’s D.I.Y.
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Some extra inspiration as you go about your month
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elcome back to Paprika Southern! After a short break we are excited to take on 2015, with new stories, fresh ideas, and the same focus on art and style that you’ve come to expect. This February we’re stepping outside of the box with a Galentine’s Day party, and all the inspiration you need to throw your own. To complement this feature we are sharing a make-your-own Victorian-inspired Valentine D.I.Y. We also waded into the southern music music scene with a Q&A with the Athens, Georgia-based indie-folk band Family and Friends and have a comprehensive guide to all the best music festivals happening around the South this spring. With the start of the new year, we’re looking forward to new inspirations! As we begin the third year of publishing Paprika Southern, we’re excited for what we have in store for you.
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THE TEAM BEVIN VALENTINE JALBERT CO-EDITOR SIOBHAN EGAN CO-EDITOR
CONTRIBUTORS
ELENA FODERA RICHARDS
JAMI STONE
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Behind the scenes in February
Behind the scenes of our Galentine’s Day party and Victorian Valentine D.I.Y.
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Shooting with Family and Friends band, and awaiting their performance at The Jinx in Savannah
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Paprika Southern Recommends Our picks for what’s new and notable in arts and culture Gordon Parks: Segregation Story
Martin Parr: Life’s a Beach
Savannah Book Festival
Jackson Fine Art in Atlanta presents an exhibition of the works of photographer and filmmaker Gordon Parks. A giant in twentieth-century photography, Parks was one of the first African-Americans to carve out a successful career in both fine art and commercial photography. In addition to his significance as an artist and photographer, Parks’ documentary photographs confront the viewer with images of racism and poverty. Focusing on Parks’ photographs documenting American race relations and the Civil Rights Movement, Segregation Story takes a hard look at the realities of life for African-Americans before integration.
The Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, FL will present an Aperture Foundation-organized exhibit of the work of contemporary documentary photographer Martin Parr. Known for his quirky compositions, Parr’s work takes on everyday life in a vein reminiscent of William Eggleston. In this exhibition, Parr’s photographs of beaches, sunbathers, and beach culture are on display, including scenes of beaches in his native England as well as exotic destinations, like Brazil, Latvia, and Thailand.
The Savannah Book Festival, now in its sixth year, brings together an impressive roster of writers in one weekend. With headliners like southern favorite P.J. O’Rourke, bestselling mystery writer Janet Evanovich, and horror legend Anne Rice, with her son Christopher Rice, the Savannah Book Festival has arrived as a serious contender. The special headliner addresses are the only ticketed events, and all other author presentations with book signings are free and open to the public. Featured presenters include author of Liar, Temptress, Soldier, Spy Karen Abbott, comedian Patton Oswalt, PBS talk show host Tavis Smiley, and many more.
Show runs through March 14 at Jackson Fine Art in Atlanta, GA. Learn more here. www.paprikasouthern.com
Show runs February 7 - April 26 at the Museum of Fine Arts in St. Petersburg, FL. Learn more here.
February 12-15 in Savannah, GA. Learn more here. page 10
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Dessert for Two, Christina Lane
First Frost, Sarah Addison Allen In her latest book, First Frost, author Sarah Addison Allen presents a follow-up to her first novel, Garden Spells. Checking in with the Waverly sisters after almost a decade has passed, fans will be delighted to return to the sleepy, yet magical, mountain town of Bascom, North Carolina. With more heart-warming tales of sisterhood, family, and first love First Frost is a perfect winter escape. Available now page 11
The blogger behind Dessert for Two presents her first cookbook. With the stunning styling and photography Christina Lane’s blog is known for, along with the author’s easy-going, friendly, girl-next-door vibe, we recommend this book for any home cook looking to expand their recipe collection. With a simple concept—smallbatch desserts that don’t leave you with too many tempting leftovers—combined with charming presentation (Mason jar lid pies, anyone?), Lane’s recipes never skimp on taste. Perfect for Valentine’s Day! Available February 10
Searching for Grace Kelly, Michael Callahan Fans of the iconic Valley of the Dolls and Elizabeth’s Widner’s more recent Pain, Parties, Work: Sylvia Plath in the New York, Summer 1953, will be eager to immerse themselves in a new tale of the famed Barbizon Hotel. Set in the jewel-dripping, champagne-imbibing, crinoline-clad 1950s Manhattan of your dreams, Searching for Grace Kelly tells the tales of three young women chasing the glamour and allure of New York City. If you love the trappings of 1950s and early 60s-set dramas, this new novel will be right up your alley. Available now www.paprikasouthern.com
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southern musi c fes t ivals 2015 In the midst of winter and the post-holiday blues, music lovers across the country find a light at the end of the tunnel when festivals release their lineups for the new year. Now that who’s playing where has been revealed, we’re abuzz with excitement. Here’s Paprika Southern contributor Elena Richards’ picks for a range of music festivals down South this spring and summer.
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Savannah Stopover Savannah, GA March 5-7
psst! Read our Q&A with Family and Friends on page 16!
SXSW Austin, TX March 17-22
wanee Live Oak, FL April 16-18
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Since its start in 2011, Savannah Stopover has capitalized on its location near I-95 and I-10 to catch artists on their way to SXSW. Blend that good fortune with a thriving artistic and musical community, a walkable city and an array of willing venues, and you’ve got yourself a festival. This year’s performers include Southern Culture on the Skids, returning artists Reptar, Southern punk rockers Lee Bains III & the Glory Fires, brilliant indie-nerd trio Bombadil and Athens, GA’s charming folk troupe Family and Friends. With this festival positioned so close to St. Paddy’s Day, you can ready your to-go cups and thank your lucky stars for another reason to visit Savannah in March. A legendary festival in its own right, South by Southwest makes our list for its ever on-point, of-the-moment lineup spanning every genre, over 1,000 performances in all. Folk rock band Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeros, rockers Kopecky and metal veterans Norma Jean will play, plus Angus and Julia Stone, American Aquarium, and DJ Windows 98, a side project of Arcade Fire’s Win Butler. With so many shows to choose from, you won’t be disappointed, if you can keep up that is.
A mecca for Southern-jam band fans, this steamin’ hot lineup takes you down to the Florida swampland’s famed Spirit of the Suwannee Music Park for performances from giants like Widespread Panic, Greg Allman, Gov’t Mule and Earth, Wind & Fire, plus Leftover Salmon, JJ Grey & Mofro, Zappa Plays Zappa, Galactic and plenty of other acts to get you grooving. Enjoy a weekend among ultrafriendly fans and majestic live oaks, and don’t forget to take a Sunday dip with your new friends in the ice-cold Suwannee River!
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new orleans jazz & heritage festival New Orleans, LA April 24-May 3
shaky knees / shaky boots Atlanta, GA May 8-10, May 16-17
hangout festival Gulf Shores, AL May 15-17
Also known simply as Jazz Fest, this “10-day cultural feast” features pop stars like Elton John, Tony Bennett & Lady Gaga, Jimmy Buffett and No Doubt along with jazz, funk, soul and reggae legends Dr. John, The Meters, Buddy Guy, Jimmy Cliff, Taj Mahal, Preservation Hall Jazz Band and Galactic. Expect beads and booze, feathers and funk, and no shortage of celebration. With rock, rap, bluegrass and everything in between sprinkled in, there’s something for everyone in the unforgettable Crescent City.
Shaky Knees emerged in its third year as an indie rocker’s dream come true and announced its sister festival, Shaky Boots, for the country music crowd. Spanning two weekends, the first features headliners The Strokes, The Avett Brothers, Wilco and the Pixies along with Australian rockers Tame Impala, Neutral Milk Hotel, The Mountain Goats and newcomers Milky Chance. The second weekend will feature foot-stomping country and Americana from the likes of Blake Shelton, Rascal Flatts, Whiskey Gentry, Jason Isbell, Old Crow Medicine Show and Devil Makes Three. No matter which weekend you catch, get ready to do some shakin’.
Pack your swimsuit and sink your toes into this laid-back, oceanside music fest in Gulf Shores, Alabama. Artists like Beck, Zac Brown Band, Skrillex, Umphrey’s McGee, Future Islands, Jenny Lewis, Father John Misty, Beats Antique, Damian Jr. Gong Marley, Foster the People, Vance Joy and so many more make Hangout one of the most diverse musical events this year.
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DelFest Cumberland, MD May 21-24
bonaroo Manchester,TN June 11-14
Click any festival name for a link to the website!
Named in honor of living legend Del McCoury, this Memorial Day weekend festival is a bluegrass lover’s heaven. Featuring Del McCoury Band themselves, Old Crow Medicine Show, Trampled By Turtles, Railroad Earth, Greensky Bluegrass and even some acts with serious indie cred like Lake Street Dive and Shovels & Rope, this festival will have no shortage of pickin’ and grinnin’.
The mac-daddy of music festivals returns this year with a monster lineup including Mumford & Sons, Kendrick Lamar, Florence + the Machine, Robert Plant, My Morning Jacket, Alabama Shakes, Hozier and loads of up-and-coming acts sure to delight. Those who make the pilgrimage to the rolling hills of Tennessee for Bonnaroo will be in for what’s become one of the must-see musical events in the country.
Looking for festival fashion inspiration? Look no further! We’re sharing our picks for the best music-inspired Instagram accounts for badass, vintage, bohemian, and festival fashion swooning. @mamiruthxoxo
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FAMILY AND FRIENDS a Q&A with the Athens-based band
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amily And Friends Band will play at the Savannah Stopover in February. Some of the indie-folk-rock band’s members took time to talk about their music, influences and future plans to star on the Ellen Degeneres Show. Here’s some insight from Mike MacDonald, 24, Tuna Fortuna, 26, J.P. McKenzie 22, and Alejandro Rios, 23
Can you give a little background about how you all became a band? MacDonald: I decided to take a year off after graduating college to pursue music. It had always been a hobby, and I wasn’t entirely sure what I wanted to do. I figured I’d worked really hard in school throughout my life, and if there was ever a time to pursue my dreams, it was now. I started playing and writing with the drummers in an abandoned office-space turned practice-space. From there, it was serendipity. We knew who
and what we wanted, shortly after and I guess and the universe provid- the rest is history. ed. Ex-bands of current members fizzled and Rios: Mike and I played we scooped them up. in high school togethIt’s been a steady dose er then started taking of hard work, patience, it really seriously about and “ask and you shall two years ago and fate receive.” brought us all together one by one. Fortuna: I had been playing in bands in the area for a while. Mike Where are you from? started working at Walker’s (the bar we both MacDonald: I’ve work at currently) and moved around Georgia told me that he wrote quite a bit. I grew up in songs. I was a little hes- Atlanta and Cartersville itant to start a second mostly, but am currentproject, but then the ly proud to call Athens band I was playing with home. broke up so I had a bit more free time. I heard McKenzie: Roswell, mike play a solo show Georgia.
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Fortuna: North Atlan- sions. They not only let ta. Chamblee to be exact. a little chubby kid play a violin without passRios: Atlanta. ing judgment, but they also always drove me to Did where you grew shows and encouraged up have an influence me to follow my dreams. on your musical de- I think that is one of the velopment? greatest gifts and blessings I could imagine. MacDonald: I suppose in a subconscious Fortuna: Not super loway, it definitely had an cally, but I’d certainly impact, for better or for say suburban life calls worse. Growing up in a for some type of artisrural southern environ- tic release. I didn’t rement shaped much of ally do a lot of typical what I listened to and activities that kids do. I more specifically was mostly just stole my olddrawn away from. Being er brothers CDs and lisin Athens especially has tened to them until they had a major influence. were scratched and he There’s such a culture beat me up. that permeates. From a musical perspective, Rios: Where I grew up there’s something for didn’t really have any everyone, and more im- influence, but growing portantly, incentive to up with half of my famcontinue to question ily being Colombian inand push boundaries. fluenced my musical ear especially with regard to McKenzie: I think it latin rhythms. had a lot of influence on my musical develop- What instruments ment because my family do you play? has always been so supportive of all of my pas- MacDonald: Guitar, www.paprikasouthern.com
Piano, Saxophone, and a handful of others subpar. McKenzie: I play electric guitar, but I also have experience in percussion where I do not excel in any way. Fortuna: Bass. (Upright and electric) Where did you learn to play music? MacDonald: My mom forced me into piano when I was 6. I had to set up a timer and play every day and it was miserable at the time, but it set up the foundation for everything that’s led to where I am today. From reading to composing to learning new instruments, it was the first and most important stepping stone. Every other instrument I’ve learned has been selftaught because of my piano background. McKenzie: I first learned the violin when page 18
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I was in 3rd grade. After begging my parents to let me learn, they signed me up for lessons and started renting me a violin. I loved the instruments but hated going to lessons because I remember my teacher being really mean. Then in 4th grade, our music teacher at school decided to start teaching us guitar. I remember loving it but I really wanted to play percussion, so in 5th grade I signed up for percussion. I played percussion through High School; however, somewhere along the way my cousin gave me my first guitar and I became obsessed with the instrument and the soundscapes it could create. I quickly started learning all of the hit songs like “Good Riddance (Time of Your Life),” and other songs that the ladies would recognize. Since then playing guitar has become a huge passion of mine. Fortuna: Older brother taught me guitar. Rios: High school/marching band Are there any instruments that you don’t play that you would love to learn? MacDonald: The rest of them. www.paprikasouthern.com
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And drums. McKenzie: I would love to learn how to correctly play a harp, a lap steel, a piano, a harpsichord, a didgeridoo, an oboe, and a hammered dulcimer. Fortuna: I’m learning the drum, but I’d really love to learn the piano. Rios: Piano, bass. All of them Have you always wanted to be a musician? MacDonald: I’ve always known I’ve wanted music to be a major part of my life, but it wasn’t until graduating college that I even considered pursuing as a career. I used to be a pretty straight-laced kid. Growing up, I guess I always thought I’d take the business route, rise the skyscraper ranks. It’s funny how college can change you, for better or for worse. Now that page 23
we’ve started getting our foot in the industry door, I’m scratching and clawing every day to prevent ever going back to the real world. McKenzie: Absolutely, I remember day dreaming in middle school and high school about being on tour. I had a few DVD documentaries of my favorite bands like The Used and Taking Back Sunday of their time on tour, and it looked like so much fun getting to be with your best friends all of the time and playing music. It truly is the most wonderful thing. Fortuna: Yes and no. I’ve always wanted to play music as much as possible, but I’ve only recently come to grips with the idea of being professional. Rios: I always wanted to be a musician but not always as a career, never thought it would be possible until a year ago. www.paprikasouthern.com
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Where do you find both musical and non-musical inspiration? MacDonald: There’s a lot of inspiration that comes from listening to other music. A lot of times if I get stuck in a writing rut, I like to think how some of our musical inspirations might write their way out of it. Outside of the music realm, so much inspiration comes from everyday life. Everything. How I’m feeling, dayto-day interactions, relationships. Everything. I know there are some writers that sit down and write like a footrace, start to finish. Not me, I throw out everything inside of me onto a page and then put the puzzle back together. I like to think it ends up making songs that are more coherent tonally, but it may be that it just helps me sleep at night.
watching really talented people play. I can remember specifically watching Typhoon’s Audiotree session and just thinking “I have to get my guitar right now and play.” Also, just listening to any music can inspire me to want to create. As far as non-musical inspiration, I find myself most inspired when I am outside in beautiful places or around people I love. Whenever I feel fulfilled, is when I feel most comfortable creating. I enjoy meditating, and that often inspires me to write.
Fortuna: Through mental focus. Honestly nothing inspires me more than actually taking time to breath and collect my perceptions. I think even the most menial tasks can become artistic given the right mind. Rios: I draw inspiration from my friends and my McKenzie: I find my connection with the unimusical inspiration in verse. www.paprikasouthern.com
What music are you into today? MacDonald: There’s so much good music out there. Originally, I was listening to The Head And The Heart and The Oh Hellos, but lately I’ve been deep into Lord Huron, Dr Dog, Benjamin Booker, a lot of Motown from back in the day. The Staple Singers have been on repeat. Locally, Semicircle out of Athens, an offshoot of Reptar has been my go-to Winter album. Most of all, I can’t stop listening to The War On Drugs new album. McKenzie: I am into a lot of things right now, The Oh Hello’s and Typhoon are the first people to come into mind. I have also been on a huge Ben Howard and Brand New kick. I am really into instrumental music like Aural Method. I love ambient and post-rock music. Fortuna: Man. I’m all page 24
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over the place honestly. Top three artists right now for me are probably Pattern is Movement, The Strange Boys and Angel Olsen. Locally I’ve been digging on Roadkill Ghost Choir and Semicircle. Stoked to see them again in Savannah.
many others. McKenzie: I am expecting a lot out of Savannah Stopover, I have heard so many great things about this festival and I have so much respect for Peter and Kayne. I am super excited to see What Moon Things, Diarrhea Planet and Semicircle, Triathlon, Cusses, and I am always excited to see our friends Reptar tear it up as well as being reunited with Blank Range.
Rios: Typhoon, Lord Huron, Youth Lagoon, Modest Mouse, Drake What are your expectations for the Savannah Stopover Festival? Which performer(s) are you Fortuna: Diarrhea most excited to see? Planet, and Semicircle. MacDonald: I can’t get enough of Savannah. To mix amazing music with an amazing city in a festival environment is a dream come true. From a music perspective, I’m stoked to see Diarrehea Planet, Generationals, Reptar, Semicircle, Grand Vapids, Blank Range, Clear Plastic Masks, and so page 25
Rios: Savannah is a great town so I’m excited to just be down there and be surrounded by great music. Definitely most excited for Generationals, and our hometown friends Reptar. What’s next for Family And Friends?
second EP and plan on releasing in the coming months. Other than that, just continue to get out there and see as many sights, meet as many new friends, and experience and enjoy life as much as possible. We’re living the dream every day, what more could you ask for? McKenzie: I think next for Family And Friends is opening a small bakery in the Yiddish country side. There have been talks amongst the members and it just feels right. Fortuna: The Ellen Degeneres show for sure. Beyond that... Well is there even a beyond that? We have some recordings we are gonna release soon. Other than that, we’re starting to write for an album that’ll probably be out in 2016.
Rios: Take over the MacDonald: We just world my friends...take finished up with our over the world. www.paprikasouthern.com
a Galentine’s Day Party HOW TO THROW
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nspired by Parks and Recreation's Leslie Knope, we decided to throw a Galentine's Day party this year. We love the idea of combining the festive trappings of Valentine's Day with a day celebrating our closest lady friends. We served up sweet treats and sparkling cocktails as an accompaniment to an afternoon of crafting. We hope you'll be inspired to throw your own Galentine's Day party!
Special Thanks: Jeanne Campbell, Carrie Christian, Jessica Lebos, Sarah McCammon, Jami Stone Location: Savannah Coffee Roasters Bunting: Mary Melissa Johnson Miss Lizzie Portrait: Olivia Beaumont
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MAKE YOUR OWN
Victorian-Inspired Valentine Craft by Jami Stone Images by Siobhan Egan
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aking your own Victorianinspired Valentine’s Day cards is a perfect craft for girls’ day! Whether you’re making a Valentine for your sweetie or your best gal pal, a homemade card goes above and beyond to show how much you care. Easily adaptable to whatever materials you have, the key is layering. Let loose in the scrapbooking aisl e to gather materials, and don’t be afraid of pattern! This craft is kid-friendly.
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MATERIALS Cardstock Patterned scrapbooking papers Paper doilies Ephemera and embellishments of your choice Stamps and inkpad Scissors Glue Pencil Decorative hole punch
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FOLD A PIECE OF CARDSTOCK IN HALF TO CREATE THE BASE OF YOUR CARD.
START PLANNING THE FIRST LAYER OF YOUR CARD. CHOOSE A FEW PAPERS YOU’RE INTERESTED IN WORKING WITH AND BEGIN CUTTING OUR PIECES. YOU CAN CUT OUT INDIVIDUAL PIECES OR MORE ABSTRACT SHAPES. YOU CAN ALSO TEAR PIECES INSTEAD OF CUTTING FOR A MORE RUSTIC LOOK. EXPERIMENT, LAYING OUT DIFFERENT COMBINATIONS BEFORE YOU GLUE ANYTHING DOWN.
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CONTINUE LAYERING ELEMENTS, TESTING LAYOUTS BEFORE GLUING. PLACE LARGER ELEMENTS FIRST, AND ACCENT WITH SMALLER PIECES. USE YOUR CREATIVITY, LOOKING FOR COLOR COMBINATIONS THAT WORK TOGETHER, COMBINING PATTERN WITH PRINT, AND BALANCING YOUR COMPOSITION. WE LAYERED A LARGE HEART DOILY, WITH A PATTERNED PAPER TORN INTO THE SHAPE OF A HEART (WE TRACED A SMALL DOILY AND TORE THE EDGES), WITH A SMALLER HEART DOILY.
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ADD ANY ADDITIONAL STAMPS, EPHEMERA, OR EMBELLISH MENTS TO FINISH YOUR CARD.
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