News4U April 2020

NEWS4U APRIL 2020 | TABLE OF CONTENTS

APRIL 2020

TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES

8 Support Local!

Help Our Business Owners Out in Tough Times 10 Charlie Daniels Band at the Victory An Interview with the Ageless Country Star 14 Eli Young Band at the Victory An Interview with Bassist Jon Jones

ENTERTAINMENT

20 In Town & Around 30 Music: The Alpha Incident 31 Music: Dwight Yoakam Concert Review 32 Film: 13 Slays Till X-Mas

LOCAL HAPPENINGS

16 Breakfast, Brunch & Bloody Marys Where to Find Great Food & Drinks in April

34 Community & Family 36 Subaru presents: What Inspires You? 38 VHS Spotlight 39 Tri-State Pet Pics 44 Mug Shots

A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

REVIEWS

6 Life can Change in an Instant

COUPONS

40 Music 42 Beer

19 Save Big!

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ife can change in an instant. I had an entirely different

Band (rescheduled for June 18), Monster jam (TBD) and Guns

editor's note ready to go but then the news came down

& Hoses (rescheduled for August 22). Despite EYB getting

about the shutdown of tri-state bars and restaurants - which

bumped back, we've still got an interview with the popular

quickly resulted in the cancellations and postponements of

country music quartet for you as well as a conversation with the

many April events, rendering much of what I initially had to say

one and only Charlie Daniels who's set to perform alongside

irrelevant. Yes, the COVID-19 pandemic has inevitably made

the Marshall Tucker Band at the Victory Theatre in September.

its way to the tri-state. The health of our families, friends and

Fingers crossed everything's kosher by then. In the meantime,

neighbors is paramount, of course, so we'll all have to make

may everyone practice common sense; this is no time to be

sacrifices and help each other out to get through this truly

selfish. In other words, don't buy a thousand rolls of toilet paper

unprecedented situation. I'll leave any further comments

or 19 loaves of bread - other people need supplies, too. Keep

to the experts, but hopefully, this extreme response to the

in mind that many local bars and restaurants will be offering

Coronavirus threat will curb the spread and we can all get

carryout and/or drive-thru during the shutdown so there's no

back to a little normalcy in the coming weeks. FYI, as of press

need to panic. Stay calm and be cool.

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NEWS4U APRIL 2020 | SPECIAL FEATURE

SUPPORT LOCAL! During this unprecedented time in the tri-state, keep your neighborhood businesses in mind It somehow still doesn't seem real, but the incalculable impact of the Coronavirus has turned everyone's world upside down, threatening our health and safety and doing irreparable damage to the economy in the process. Those hit hardest - bar and restaurant owners who were forced to shut down to help contain the spread of the disease - are primarily hard-working, local people who have put in endless hours over the years to keep your favorite establishments up and running. It's heartbreaking to see so many of them suffering under the strain of this unprecedented situation; however, we can all pitch in by simply patronizing neighborhood businesses whenever possible - even if it means having to order food to go or for delivery.

No one has a crystal ball, unfortunately, so who knows where this is all headed; however, we here at News 4U certainly hope that the imposed shutdown of tristate bars and restaurants has been lifted by the time the April issue of the magazine hits the streets. We owe our entire existence to the fine people who run these operations and support us month and month, year after year. We'd like to encourage everyone to do what they can to help keep heads above water - with the full understanding that we're all going through the same thing and everyone is hurting in some way or another, be it financially or otherwise.

If we all stick together and keep our wits about us - and most importantly, are kind and courteous to one another - then we'll get through this in much better shape and pave the way for a faster recovery. Until then, stay safe, practice good hygiene and try not to get caught up in the wave of panic. And if you're looking for a way to take your mind off of everything, flip through this latest issue of News 4U. We'd sure appreciate it.

Sincerely,

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THE CHARLIE DANIELS BAND & THE MARSHALL TUCKER BAND

FIRE ON THE MOUNTAIN TOUR V ICTORY T HE AT RE | S E P T E MBE R 20 | 7 P.M .

Charlie Daniels on his gift for storytelling, approach to music, the Journey Home Project and more He may be forever associated with "The Devil Went Down to

in the early 70's when he began playing fiddle on a series of

Georgia," the 1979 number one hit that put his unique brand of

Marshall Tucker Band albums. That fruitful collaboration ultimately

southern rock front and center and launched an enduring career

blossomed into a long-running, annual Volunteer Jam held in

that's still plenty alive and kicking, but in truth, Charlie Daniels is

Nashville which continues to bring together the biggest names in

a bit of a musical renaissance man, having played with the likes

country, southern rock and more for a down-home musical salute.

of Bob Dylan and Leonard Cohen not to mention written a song recorded by Elvis Presley. All total, the seemingly ageless multiinstrumentalist has produced over 30 studio albums, including the recent Beau Weevils side project with drummer James Stroud - all featuring his remarkable gift for storytelling and no-nonsense, God-fearing attitude that's well-documented on classic tracks like

So many of your songs - including "The Devil Went Down

to Georgia" and "Legend of Wooley Swamp" - are driven

by your gift for storytelling. Where does your interest in storytelling come from?

In my day, conversation was everything and a good storyteller

"Long Haired Country Boy," "Same Ol' Me" and "Simple Man."

was much revered. We used to do a lot of coon hunting and that

Daniels simply tells it like it is, full stop.

meant at night you would go into the woods and let the dogs loose and let them go and try to sniff out a coon. On cold nights

The Fire on the Mountain Tour sees Daniels celebrating one of

you'd build a fire - and anybody who was capable of entertaining

his most cherished musical partnerships - one that took root

a bunch of guys sitting around a fire was much revered. I found as I went along that God had given me the talent to do things like that, so I just started in. Especially back in the early days, my songs all seemed to come out as stories. And I'm still doing it.

Yes, you're still doing it - most recently on your Beau Weevils side project.

Yeah, there's a song on there about...it's called "Mudcat" and it's a story about a guy - you know the story about Robert Johnson?

The crossroads and all that? Well, this is a totally fictitious story about a guy that played with him - with Robert Johnson - and went through the same kind of experience. You know, it's about going past the crossroads and something comes floating up out of the swamp. I find that I still, to this day, a lot of times I'll start a guitar

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riff or something and start thinking about a song and it will be in the form of a story with a beginning, a middle and end. Not always, but quite a bit.

There's always been an abundance of energy in your music with plenty of twists and turns - as opposed to much of today's country music, which often seems incidental.

I approach the music totally different than most of the people you're talking about. They go in with a bunch of studio musicians - who are some of the finest musicians in the world, but they're not a band that spends a hundred nights a year together on the road jamming with each other and anticipating what the other guy's going to do. The music is as important as the lyrics are to us - we've got to have a good, strong track for everything.

You've always been a big supporter of the military and veterans. In

2014, you started the Journey Home Project to raise funds for men

and women who have served our country and need help. What's the most pressing issue?

A lot of our men and women that are transitioning back into civilian life from service life...it's not always as easy as it would appear to be. We try to fill in the gaps and try to help people find what they need - if they need education; if they need medical care; if they need a bicycle to ride to work or whatever. And then we contribute to things that are not well known by the public. Veteran suicide is a horrible problem right now - there's 22 people a day that are doing it. There's a doctor at Vanderbilt that feels that there is an explanation - that there's a certain type of person [prone to suicide] and it has to do with genes, etc. Not saying that nobody besides these people would ever commit suicide, but they're more apt to do it and by identifying the genes - or whatever it is - you can develop something to bypass it or whatever you do. So we contribute to that.

You've basically made a career out of being a principled guy, but looking back, have you ever compromised your beliefs or standards?

Yes, I have. As far as...I did an album one time with a studio band I didn't want to do. It was a bad idea; I knew it was going in. I had great songs and stuff, but it was a record company thing. I had signed a contract and that sort of thing - and I said I'd never do it again and I never have.

You've got at least a hundred shows scheduled for this year and retirement seems very far off. But what would you be doing with yourself otherwise?

I have no idea. I haven't even started doing anything else. I borrow a phrase from the NRA when people say, 'when are you going to quit playing that fiddle?' [I respond] When they pry my cold, dead hands off of it, you know?

I just love what I do and I love entertaining people. I'm still creative; I'm still writing - so as long as the good lord's willing, I'm willing.

For tickets and more info, visit victorytheatre.com. The Victory is located at 600 Main St. in downtown Evansville.

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ELI YOUNG BAND V ICTORY TH E AT RE | JU NE 18 | 7 P. M.

Bassist Jon Jones talks band longevity, "Break It In" and "Love Ain't," keeping up with country music's pop evolution and more Few bands make it to the 20 year mark intact; even fewer score

partying days are over and we need to focus on the career and also

a number one hit leading up to the milestone, but that's exactly

dedicate ourselves to being good dads and husbands. It's been a

what the Eli Young Band accomplished when "Love Ain't" became

big help. But also, we didn't take the fast path to the top - it was a

the group's fourth chart-topper to date, one of two new songs -

nice, slow progression from being a regional act to getting some

alongside latest single "Break It In" - on a well-deserved greatest

success and signing a record deal. Just kind of building it slowly.

hits compilation released in 2019. Formed on the University of Texas campus, the long-running quartet featuring Mike Eli (vocals, guitar), James Young (guitar), Jon Jones (bass) and Chris Thompson (drums) has stuck together though all the changing industry trends, keeping the ame alive for honest, rock-infused country music.

Marquis songs like "Crazy Girl" (2011 ACA Song of the Year), "Drunk

"Break It In" features a video with footage covering the whole

of the band's career. What stood out to you when you were going back through all the old pictures and clips?

Wow, well, uh, I'm the bald guy in the band and the pictures of me with hair when we started out stand out [laughs]. There's times

Last Night" and "Even If It Breaks

when I look at us and I don't think

Your Heart" continue to resonate

we've aged at all, but then looking

and rack up millions of streams - a

at some of those pictures, we've

reminder that there's still a place for

changed a lot. Just the span of that

heartfelt melodies and lyrics in an

to the picture of my daughter on

increasingly pop landscape.

my back at the end of the video...

Keeping a band together for 20 years is no easy task. How have the four of you navigated all of

life's twists and turns and still

just for me, if there's two pictures that kind of tie it all together. But we had such a fun time going through pictures and videos. We don't really look back and tell stories that often

continued to make great music?

with each other because we're always in it - in the bubble. But that

We've kind of gone through the phases together - all four of us

was a really fun time to go back and it just brought up all these

- and that's made a big difference. I think with some artists and

stories and people we met along the way. In some ways, I think the

bands, they're not on the same page in life. They might be on the

video brought us closer together as a band, realizing just how many

same page on the stage but once they get off stage, they're in

memories we've made over the years.

four different places. That can be really tough and you hear a lot of stories about that breaking things up. But from us starting the band together, graduating together...deciding that our really hard

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What was the impetus behind putting out a greatest hits album at this stage of the band's career?

We kind of likened it to we're curating a playlist for someone that's going to come to a live show and doesn't know anything else about us other than "Love Ain't." And so we were very fortunate that "Love Ain't" became a number one and earned a coveted spot on the greatest hits record. It would have been a shame if it had died really early - we would have felt a little silly.

But once we kind of wrapped our heads around what a greatest hit is - it doesn't have to be a song that went platinum or did well on the radio. There are songs that really helped to move us forward as a band and got us to where we are today.

Speaking of "Love Ain't," it's popularity has been wide-

ranging with many people noting that they don't normally care for country music but appreciate this particular song.

I don't really find that as backhanded at all, though I can see how someone would see that as a slap on country music. I didn't grow up a hundred percent country fan - it was kind of the stuff that crossed over that I knew, but I didn't listen to country radio until I moved down to Texas, really, for college. I had to do a lot of catch-up. So I was one of those people that converted a little bit later in life, so I totally get it. If we can be that for somebody, that's great - especially now that country's such a wide open genre. If we can kind of be that first gateway into them seeing what else they like out there, there's a lot to love.

Obviously, country music has changed a lot over the last 20

years. How has the band reacted to the evolution of a more pop-oriented sound?

It matters that we want to continue to make our own music that sounds like us but also stay relevant. Where we find ourselves in there is what we've had to figure out over time. We experimented a little bit more into the pop side of things - it was mostly on the level of how a song is produced [which] can make such a big difference; just little directions, little sounds, samples. And our fans didn't like that side of us as much. Looking back, it was just a few production tweaks that would have put it right back to where we started as a band. And you know, it's great to have fans that are passionate; they'll let you know. So what we figured out is that we can't get too caught up on where country music is right now - all we can do is make our brand of country music that is, for right or wrong, who we are. We've heard from a lot of program directors on radio stations that our music sticks out in a good way; it's signature, but there's so much [out there] that's homogenous right now. To have something that pops out a little differently is a good thing.

For tickets and more info, visit victorytheatre.com. The Victory is located at 600 Main St. in downtown Evansville.

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DAMSEL BrewPub

Back with a new name and better than ever, family-friendly Damsel Brew Pub continues to serve up hand crafted beers and excellent grub to match, in-

AMY'S on Franklin

Upscale but casual, Amy's has quickly become

cluding classics like Fish & Chips and Drunken Chicken. But no matter what you choose from their tasty menu, it all goes down smoother with a Damsel Bloody Mary.

209 N. Wabash Ave. of Flags, Evansville, IN

a Franklin Street favorite thanks to a delicious and varied menu that features 39 items under

HORNET'S NEST

$15. It's a prime spot for both breakfast and brunch featuring eye-popping creations that are perfectly paired with the restaurant's signature Bloody Mary. You just have to smile!

An Evansville institution known far

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ity and revered comfort food, Hornet's Nest is the place to be for brunch featuring just about everything you could ever want in every delectable combination. There's a reason why this north side treasure is consistently voted one of the area's best!

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BOKEH LOUNGE

The Haynie's Corner Arts District in downtown Evansville continues to grow and Bokeh Lounge is at the forefront. The bar's nightlife is right up there with the best this city has to offer and their menu just keeps getting better with the addition of Saturday & Sunday breakfast. Rock out in the evening and come back for sustenance in the morning.

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PENNY LANE Coffeehouse Downtown Evansville just wouldn't be the same without this hip, locallyowned neighborhood hangout that offers up some of the city's best coffee as well as a variety of fantastic breakfast and brunch options. Best of all, at Penny Lane you can build-your-own sammiches, choosing from an array of breads, meats, ďŹ llers and spreads.

600 SE 2nd St., Evansville, IN

Bar & Grill

WHITE SWAN CoffeeLab

Another Franklin Street favorite, White Swan Cof-

If you're looking for the perfect combination of great live music and delicious bar grub, look no further than Lamasco. This Franklin Street favorite opens up bright and early at 7 a.m. to serve the morning crowd with some of the best eggs, sausage, hashbrowns and more to get you primed and ready for evening performances from local and regional acts.

1331 W. Franklin St., Evansville, IN

fee Lab is a locally-owned specialty coffee shop

FRANKLIN STREET TAVERN

with a totally cool vibe inside that you won't find at Starbucks. Take a break from the grind and stop in for a morning rush of expertly-made java with a bagel, muffin or pastry on the side. No better way to start the day!

Previously voted the best college bar

2025 W. Franklin St., Evansville, IN

and best after work gathering spot, Franklin Street Tavern has a great party atmosphere with a cozy vibe that's just made for weekend fun. Hungry for a personal pizza, sandwich or zesty stromboli? They've got 'em - along with plenty of daily drink specials and a killer Bloody Mary that you've simply got to try.

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KC'S CORNER POCKET

If "KC" is at the beginning of an establishment's name, you know it's going to be worth the visit. This popular neighborhood bar on Evansville's north side is known as the home of the $4 breakfast, making it an ideal place to check in for a morning meal that's guaranteed to please and not break the bank in the process. Hey, why not stick around for karaoke?

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Still relatively new on the downtown Evansville scene, The Rooftop has proven to be a welcome addition with excellent food and drinks, live entertainment and, of course, a great view of the main strip. Their breakfast menu has all sorts of tasty options, from tried and true faves to breakfast burritos, pizzas and nachos. Or go ala carte for good measure.

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9:30 PM

9:00 PM

MONDAY, APRIL 6

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Bokeh Lounge -- Open Mic

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8:00 PM

6:30 PM

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Karaoke Contest

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open

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KC's Corner Pocket -- Karaoke

Mic

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Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive

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After 5: The Next Step

Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/

TUESDAY, APRIL 7

8:00 PM

9:00 PM

Sparky

O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free

Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke

Bokeh Lounge -- Elliott

Lyle's Sports Zone -- Dalton's

Pool

9:00 PM

Sublett

Burning

6:00 PM

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

J's Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ &

TJ's Stockyard Inn -- Death

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

-- Karaoke & DJ

Karaoke

Mountain Spiders

-- College Night / Karaoke &

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke

KC's Corner Pocket -- Karaoke

10:00 PM

DJ

& DJ

Bud's Bar & Grill -- Styles

6:30 PM

THURSDAY, APRIL 2

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

Haury

Lamasco Bar & Grill --

6:00 PM

-- Karaoke & DJ

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

Themed Trivia

Bokeh Lounge -- Soul in the

Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/

-- Timmy Dunn

9:00 PM

Pocket

Sparky

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Fatbox

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke

Bud's Bar & Grill -- College

Lyle's Sports Zone -- Josh

Night w/ Live Music (no cover)

Merritt

SUNDAY, APRIL 5

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8

KC's Corner Pocket -- College

TJ's Stockyard Inn -- Stoney

2:00 PM

6:00 PM

Night / Karaoke & DJ

Wayne

Bud's Bar & Grill -- Josh

Bokeh Lounge -- Nick

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Blues

10:00 PM

Merritt

Hamilton

& Booze w/ Boscoe France &

Bud's Bar & Grill -- Styles

2:30 PM

6:30 PM

Tommy Stillwell

Haury

Bokeh Lounge -- Keith Farney

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Trivia

7:00 PM

Lamasco Bar & Grill --

Jazz

7:00 PM

J's Sports Bar & Grill --

Naughty Nights: DJ Nonstop,

6:00 PM

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

Game Night: Cards Against

CHIDI, BAI & DJ McNaughty

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open

-- Cornhole (w/ cash prizes -

Mic Comedy

register @ 6:30pm)

Humanity & What the Meme?

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

SATURDAY, APRIL 4

7:00 PM

8:00 PM

-- Texas Hold 'Em

11:00 AM

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke

8:00 PM

Bokeh Lounge -- Drag Me to

-- Cornhole / Karaoke & DJ

9:00 PM

Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke

Brunch

8:00 PM

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

9:00 PM

5:30 PM

Bokeh Lounge -- Karaoke

-- Karaoke & DJ

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive

9:00 PM

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Karaoke

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THURSDAY, APRIL 9

KC's Corner Pocket --

6:00 PM

Karaoke & DJ

Bokeh Lounge -- Rick Rose

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

Band

-- Karaoke & DJ

Bud's Bar & Grill -- College

Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/

Night w/ Live Music (no

Sparky

cover)

Lyle's Sports Zone -- The

KC's Corner Pocket -- College

Jimmies

Night / Karaoke & DJ

TJ's Stockyard Inn -- Michelle

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Blues

Shelton

& Booze w/ Boscoe France &

10:00 PM

Tommy Stillwell

Bud's Bar & Grill -- Chris

7:00 PM

Ruediger

J's Sports Bar & Grill --

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Evvolve

Game Night: Cards Against

Presents: Honeycomb w/

Humanity & What the Meme?

Frozen Turtle

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill -- Texas Hold 'Em

SATURDAY, APRIL 11

8:00 PM

5:30 PM

Lyle's Sports Zone -- Karaoke

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive

9:00 PM

After 5: The BackBeats

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

8:00 PM

-- Karaoke & DJ

Bokeh Lounge -- The Pits

Lamasco Bar & Grill --

9:00 PM

Karaoke

J's Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ &

9:30 PM

Karaoke Contest

Bokeh Lounge -- Open Mic

KC's Corner Pocket --

w/ OTP

Karaoke & DJ Leroy's Tavern -- Karaoke w/

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FRIDAY, APRIL 10

Sparky

5:30 PM

Lyle's Sports Zone -- Dirt

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Jive

Road & Denim

After 5: Fabulous Rodenberg

TJ's Stockyard Inn -- Tom

Brothers

Small

8:00 PM

10:00 PM

Bokeh Lounge -- Las Vegas

Bud's Bar & Grill -- Chris

Live w/ Darryl Vanleer

Ruediger

9:00 PM

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

J's Sports Bar & Grill -- DJ &

-- Radio Tokyo

Karaoke

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- The

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8:00 PM

Aquaducks

Bokeh Lounge -- Karaoke

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15

THURSDAY, APRIL 16

SUNDAY, APRIL 12

9:00 PM

6:00 PM

6:00 PM

2:00 PM

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Open

Bokeh Lounge -- Science w/ a

Bokeh Lounge -- Mother

Bud's Bar & Grill -- Andy

Mic

Twist - guest Nils Johnson Ice

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& other Cool Structures

Bud's Bar & Grill -- College

Brasher 5:00 PM

TUESDAY, APRIL 14

6:30 PM

Night w/ Live Music (no

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Kids'

O'Brian's Sports Bar -- Free

Lamasco Bar & Grill -- Trivia

cover)

Open Mic

Pool

7:00 PM

KC's Corner Pocket -- College

7:00 PM

6:00 PM

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

Night / Karaoke & DJ

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

KC's Time Out Lounge & Grill

-- Cornhole (w/ cash prizes -

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NEWS4U APRIL 2020 | MUSIC

THE ALPHA INCIDENT EVAN SV I LLE ' S P ROG ME TA L MA S T E R S R ETU R N W ITH "THE COMPL EX, " P LA NS FOR 2020 LI VE DATES When The Alpha Incident released their second full length

that's how I came up with most of the beginning riffs,"

album, the fantastically epic Convergence, in late 2018,

he says. "And then it kind of falls into minor territory after

all signs pointed to a big year ahead. But, as guitarist and

that - minor harmonic. I was just listening to a lot of nasty

founding member Daniel Wade laments, "we didn't play

stuff; I wanted that sound." Van Bibber - who remains

a single show in 2019 - and then everybody quit." Well,

one of the tri-state's most elastic drummers - was tasked

not quite everybody. With the future of the band up in the

with holding the whole thing together rhythmically. No

air, Wade, singer Michael Morrow and drummer Thomas

easy feat. Still, in AI's world, the biggest challenge falls

Van Bibber - the three holdouts - continued to work on

squarely on Morrow's shoulders: fitting vocals into a

ideas, eventually opting to concentrate on recording

cacophonous maze. But he's a total pro by now, able

a new single rather than a body of songs. That's when

to dial up full-throated wails, high-pitched screams,

Convergence producer Steve Tyner

clean, soaring melodies or unsettling

got involved to help turn a complex

whispers to match the music. And

series of riffs, drum parts and ever-

he writes some truly intriguing lyrics

shifting vocals into what would

to boot; in this case, Wade conjured

become AI's most accomplished

up the title and Morrow followed suit

piece of work yet. The most amazing

with a story about a man - referred to

part of it all? According to Wade, the

as the "Rat" - trapped inside a super-

band never played "The Complex"

futuristic prison. "That's how it always

together before entering the studio.

is - I come up with a weird, random

"We all pretty much wrote our parts

concept and Mike comes up with a

separately," he explains. "I never heard the lyrics with the song until Mike tracked them.

novelization in his head and writes an entire album about it," Wade notes with admiration.

Usually, we'll hash it out [ahead of time] but when I first started writing this it was just the three of us."

There's no new album just yet, but do yourself a favor and check out "The Complex" - available on all major

The writing process for "The Complex" began over

streaming sites. The sci-fi themed track is paired with an

six months ago with numerous iterations of the track

equally compelling video directed by Ian Davis which

clocking in at various lengths before the final version -

only enhances the song's impact. Also, keep an eye out

complete with an exhilarating series of twists and turns

for 2020 live dates with the addition of guitarist Patrick

- settled in at just over eight minutes. Always looking to

Casey and bassist Ellery Cochrane filling in the missing

develop musically, Wade sought out new approaches

pieces. Currently, the band has shows scheduled for July

online. "I was getting bored playing the same patterns

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on guitar, so I looked up diminished scale patterns and

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DWIGHT YOAKAM

CONCERT REVIEW Pioneering country star brought the sun-bleached sounds of Bakersfield to the tri-state

V I C TORY TH EATRE | FE BRU A RY 27 Something wicked this way came, and no it wasn’t the coronavirus.

Actually, something wickedly awesome blew through our fair city on Thursday, February 27. ‘Twas the night Dwight Yoakam and his merry band blessed the Victory Theatre stage with the words (and music) of the prophets from the pantheon of Bakersfield country.

Yoakam and rhinestoned cowboy crew dispensed with an invocation and launched into a rollicking country-soaked Chuck Berry hit “Little Queenie” that got the raucous congregation to their feet and moving. Yoakam quickly dusted off his well-known two step shuffle to reveal his own rhinestone festooned denim jacket.

The band continued to sparkle and shine as Dwight unfurled his Bakersfield scripture to the familiar strains of Buck Owens and His Buckaroos’ “Streets of Bakersfield.” Saint Haggard’s “The Bottle Let Me Down” segued into a humorous story of Yoakam’s hazy recollection of how he discovered Willie Nelson’s favorite Merle Haggard tune, “Okie from Muskogee.” The surreal tale exposed copious amounts of smoke and facial hair befitting Nelson which coaxed streams of laughter from the well-primed audience. The tour of Bakersfield was rounded out with Ray Wylie Hubbard’s “Up Against the Wall, Redneck Mother” and the California country inspired “Lodi” by Creedence Clearwater Revival. The Dude abided as he sashayed to the bar for another oat soda.

The most generous portion of the show featured Yoakam’s hits which dove-tailed snuggly in tune with Owens, Haggard, and Fogerty. As Yoakam and band clearly presented a case that the Kentucky native’s sound will forever intertwine and meander through the Left Coast’s finest offerings of sun-bleached country. - Tony Aiken

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13 SLAYS TILL X-MAS BLOOD MOON PICTURES Owensboro filmmakers put Volumes of Blood 3 on hold, begin production on new horror anthology Financing indie films can be challenging, to say the least. Few people know this better than P.J. Starks and Eric Huskisson, comanagers of Blood Moon Pictures, one of the region's most respected production companies. After releasing two very wellreceived horror anthologies - Volumes of Blood (2015) and Volumes of Blood 2: Horror Stories (2016) - the pair set about work on the final film in the proposed trilogy, Devil's Knight. The aim was to create something truly special, to up their game across the board.

But hiring known actors and plotting big special effects balloons

The plot: Five individuals are drawn to a bar on Christmas Eve by

the budget quickly. And despite a fairly successful crowd-funding

a mysterious email. None of them really know why they're there.

campaign, money continued to be an issue, eventually leading

While trying to make sense of everything, they decide to pass the

to the halting of production. So Volumes of Blood 3 sits on the

time by bringing back the old tradition of telling scary stories on

backburner for now - hopefully to be realized at a later date. But all

Christmas. Each individual takes a turn telling two scary stories - and

has not been quiet at Blood Moon.

the person whose stories are the least scary has to pay the bar tab.

Eager to get creative again, Starks dusted off a concept that he

"Of course, as the night progresses, you get this idea that they

started kicking around several years ago, a Christmas-themed

might all be harboring this really dark secret," Starks explains. "And

horror anthology titled 13 Slays Till X-Mas. Pre-production

then things really blow up for them at the end and there's a whole

began last August with Blood Moon reaching out to 13 different

lot of blood and guts."

filmmakers for a unique project bringing together both regional and national talent. Most importantly, there's virtually no overhead.

There's also going to be a whole lot of chilling music with former

"We don't need capital, we just need to be creatively resourceful,"

Evanescence drummer Rocky Gray tapped to set an appropriately

Starks says. "I wanted to produce something that would actually

creepy mood. He's previously worked on such horror favorites as

get made." And so far, so good. Most everyone that was asked to

The Barn and 10/31 not to mention Blood Moon's own Volumes

participate signed on with enthusiasm; in fact, two filmmakers - Jed

of Blood 2.

Brian (Unlisted Owner) and William Capps (After the Slasher) have already shot their segments. According to Starks, all segments will

Production for 13 Slays should wrap up by the beginning of May.

be six minutes in length and early signs point to a truly eclectic mix

Starks hopes to submit the finished film to festivals in June, leading

of stories and styles. "We have everything from a vengeful ghost

up to an Owensboro premiere on July 25. Ultimately, the goal is to

story to demonic possession, serial killers, monster reindeer, killer

secure a national release in December, just in time for the holidays.

Christmas garland, a killer Christmas clown, a Hispanic urban

Jolly old St. Nick has no idea what's coming.

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APRIL COMMUNITY & FAMILY Get involved and have some fun with these great community activities around the Tri-State.

APR 16: BEAUTIFUL - THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL

nights annually all over the world. For tickets

bestselling author. For tickets and more info,

and more info, visit victorytheatre.com.

visit fordcenter.com.

The Carole King Musical tells the Tony and

Victory Theatre: 600 Main St., Evansville, IN

Ford Center: 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd., Evansville,

/ 7pm

IN / 7pm

APR 24: SPRING WINE WALK tours, and more during the annual Spring

APR 25: PUCCINI'S TURANDOT - MAESTRO ALFRED SAVIA'S FAREWELL CONCERT

Wine Walk in downtown Evansville. With a

For his final performance as Music Director

ticket, receive a commemorative wine glass

with the Evansville Philharmonic Orchestra,

Grammy Award-winning inspiring true story of singer Carole King’s remarkable rise to stardom - from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin to becoming one of the most successful solo acts of all time. For tickets and more info, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com.

Enjoy wine, shopping, live music, apartment

and four half-glass tastes in your favorite

Maestro Alfred Savia will lead the EPO,

Evansville, IN / 7:30pm

shops, bars, and restaurants. For more info,

Evansville Philharmonic Chorus, and the UE

visit downtownevansville.com.

Opera through Giacomo Puccini's tour de

APR 16: FOR KING & COUNTRY "BURN THE SHIPS" WORLD TOUR

Downtown Evansville: Main Street / 5:30pm

force, “Turandot.” For tickets and more info,

Christian music duo for King & Country

APR 25: THE BROWNE SISTERS

Victory Theatre: 600 Main St., Evansville, IN

Put on your dancing shoes and get ready

/ 7pm

Old National Events Plaza: 715 Locust St.,

invite you to attend their most theatrical and inspirational night of music and stories yet.

Brothers Joel and Luke Smallbone will play every song off their most recent album, burn the ships, plus all of your favorites and maybe even an unreleased song. For tickets and

visit evansvillephilharmonic.org.

for three hours of music, plus food from Commander's Grill, a cash bar, and more. For

APR 30: THE COLOR PURPLE

more info, visit warrickcountymuseum.org.

This 2016 Tony Award-winner, based on

Warrick Co. 4-H Center: 133 County Rd. 100

the 1982 novel of the same name by Alice

N., Boonville, IN / 6pm

Walker, follows the journey of Celie, an African-American woman in the American

more info, visit fordcenter.com.

South from the early to mid-20th century. For

IN / 7pm

APR 25: COLLECTORS CARNIVAL CRAFT & VENDOR FAIR Vendors

Preston Arts Center: 2660 S. Green St.,

APR 18: ST. JUDE GIVE HOPE. RUN

collectibles,

Lace up your running shoes and give hope

upcycled, repurposed, toys, tools, glassware,

Ford Center: 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd., Evansville,

to kids facing cancer. The Give Hope. Run 5K and Kids' Dash benefits St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. For more info, visit givehoperun.org.

Burdette Park: 5301 Nurrenbern Rd., Evansville, IN / 8am ED TPON19: LEWIS BLACK "IT GETS POSAPR

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furniture,

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Henderson, KY / 7pm

home decor to the show. For more info, visit

APR 30: YOUTH FIRST PASSPORT TO ADVENTURE BENEFIT AUCTION

Collectors Carnival Craft & Vendor Fair on

All are welcome to attend this free and

Facebook.

exciting evening that features a live and silent

Gibson Co. Fairgrounds: 709 N. Embree St.,

auction, heavy hors d’oeuvres, and an awards

Princeton, IN / 7am-4pm

ceremony that honors young people and

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BETTER EVERY DAY" TOUR

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more info, visit youthfirstinc.org.

Comedian, actor and author Lewis Black is

Nickelodeon superstar JoJoSiwa is a YouTube

DoubleTree by Hilton Evansville: 601 Walnut

sensation, pop star, dancer, entrepreneur,

St., Evansville, IN / 4:30pm

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ROMAIN SUBARU PRESENTS:

Subaru is much more than just a car company. In addition to building great, longlasting vehicles designed to keep you and your family safe, they are focused on making the world a better place through the SUBARU LOVE PROMISE. It's a simple but impactful vision to show love and respect to all people at every interaction with Subaru. With the help of retailers like Romain, the company is setting an example for others to follow, partnering to address pressing issues including the environment, the health and wellness of our communities, world hunger, the pursuit of knowledge and the safety and health of all animals.

Romain Subaru is pleased to present the first in a series of local profiles focused on community leaders who are a positive force and a prime example of what can be achieved when everyone works together for the common good.

SUBARU LOVES THE EARTH

featuring Robin Johnston Deem

Executive Director, Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve

A lifelong member of our community, Robin Johnston Deem's journey to Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve began some years ago when she first learned of the staggering statistics regarding child obesity. It prompted the outdoors-loving fitness fan to start a playground at Good Shepherd Catholic School to help combat the disturbing trend - which in turn "stoked and inspired" her passion for health and wellness and ultimately led to a position at ECHO Community Healthcare as the organization's Marketing & Advertising Director and Employee Wellness Coordinator. With a growing interest in the health and wellness of the environment, she took on board membership at Wesselman Woods and was recently asked to step into the Executive Director role at the nature preserve.

What inspires you to be a part of Wesselman Woods Nature Preserve?

The environment is a critical component to a healthy community. So, I love Wesselman Woods and their mission to connect people with nature. There's nothing more inspirational than to watch children who are just learning about science and animals and to see them play and frolic out in the playscape, interacting with their friends.

How is Wesselman's helping with sustainability in the area?

We strive to protect, to serve and to be good stewards of the

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environment. And recycling is a big component of that. We focus on Rethink, Reuse and then Recycle. This year was our first year to go completely green at our Maple Sugarbush event.

Everything we used as far as utensils, cups and plates was 100% biodegradable - made of compostable material. Not only do we talk the talk, but we walk the walk.

What excites you about the future of Wesselman Woods and the opportunities here?

We're hoping to expand some of our programs as well as some of our facilities; we are hoping to add a tree house and restrooms/bathhouse next to the Nature Playscape. We would also like to add community gardens, increase reforestation, and make improvements to the Howell Wetlands.

How do you hope to leave your mark at Wesselman Woods?

I really want to be a good steward of Wesselman Woods and ensure that we have a healthy, stable environment for generations to come. It was probably 400-500 years ago this entire tract of land was a natural urban growth forest - but now we are hoping to pass that along to future generations.

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PUJI

SUCCESS STORIES & FUTURE VANDERBURGH HUMANE SOCIETY

After the passing of her beloved 14-yearold Yorkie, Lola, Kristi Gray made it a point to rescue another senior dog and quickly found a likely candidate on the VHS website. She high-tailed it over to the shelter to visit with Puji, a 13-year-old Yorkie with a number of health issues - including blindness. "When we went into the shelter, Puji was barking at the wall," Gray

Each month we’ll be checking in with the VHS for the latest good news and to help find furever homes for some of their more unique/older residents.

explains. "He knew something was going on but he simply couldn't see - but Lola couldn't see either, so I was used to that." Puji also had no fur on his back and was in need of thyroid and allergy meds, plus a special diet to get his health back on track. So once she got the little fella home, Gray began cooking him chicken, veggies and oats and

AIGIS: Aigis is a female American rabbit!

She’s estimated to be about 2 years old. She was dumped in Garvin Park along with 16 other domestic rabbits (don’t *EVER* do that, by the way!!) and thankfully Animal Care & Control rescued them. VHS pulled some of the bunnies to our facility to help with space. Aigis’ adoption fee is $50, and she’s already spayed & microchipped, ready for her new home! Contact Vanderburgh Humane at 812-426-2563 or adoptions@vhslifesaver.org for details!

TATER: Tater is a female black Lab mix!

She’s 13 years old. She was dumped at the VHS. Her people stuck her inside the lobby door, and then left without so much as a word. So we don’t know a ton about Tater - but we do know that she is wonderful, loves everyone and everything, and she really deserves a home! Her adoption fee is $110. If you’re a senior citizen, ask about our Senior to Senior program. She’s spayed, microchipped, and ready to go home today! Contact Vanderburgh Humane at 812-426-2563 or adoptions@ vhslifesaver.org for details!

attending to his every need. "Every time he wakes up, we carry him outside to go potty and then carry him back in," she says. "He has, like, five beds throughout the house - he eats, drinks and then finds one to lay down on." Still, Puji's got some life left in him. He reportedly likes to come flying into Gray's office at full speed, seemingly unconcerned about bumping into everything. "We say he's coming in hot like a fajita," Gray laughs. Another successful adoption!

BAOZI: Baozi is a 1-year-old tabby from the “dumpling” litter! She has some siblings available as well - Empanada and Pierogi. She gets along just fine with other cats. Baozi’s adoption fee is $40 and she’s spayed, microchipped, vaccinated, and ready to go home today! Contact Vanderburgh Humane at 812-426-2563 or adoptions@vhslifesaver.org for details!

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NEWS4U APRIL 2020 | MUSIC REVIEWS

JUSTIN BIEBER Changes Def Jam Recordings/RBMG Getting married must have put this pop star under a productive love spell, because Justin Bieber finally released his fifth studio album - his first since 2015's excellent Purpose. But while many amazing artists feature on Changes, from Travis Scott and Post Malone to Kehlani, Lil Dicky and Quavo, it still doesn’t quite measure up. Lead single “Yummy” is a catchy and cute song, but it doesn’t satiate me the way I had hoped.

And while “Intentions” is a sweet song with lyrics like “Pictureperfect, you don't need no filter/Gorgeous, make 'em drop dead, you a killer/Shower you with all my attention/Yeah, these are my only intentions,” I’m not completely enamored.

Bieber’s voice still sounds like honey, but “Forever” just doesn’t hit the sweet spot; although “Get Me,” featuring Kehlani, is a sexy, sultry song, in which their two voices blend together gorgeously.

“Second Emotion” with rapper Travis Scott has that same swag-pop feel I loved from “Boyfriend,” but enhanced with Auto-Tune. “ETA” is also reminiscent of “All That Matters,” but it doesn’t have the same momentum or addictive flow. Nothing here rises to the level of Purpose, which had career-making songs like “Sorry,” “I‘ll Show You,” “What Do You Mean,” and “Company” - each pure gold. “Yummy” is the only track on Changes that's even close to silver. - Marisa Patwa

MANDY MOORE Silver Landings Verve Forecast Records Mandy Moore singing in her icy-blue dress in A Walk To Remember is forever embedded into my childhood memory of a true love song sung by an angel. And who can forget her iconic performance in The Princess Diaries or her baby-faced first music video “Candy”? Although I’ve enjoyed watching Moore as an actress (most recently on This Is Us), I've been patiently waiting for her to release new music. And the silky-smooth singer has answered the call with Silver Landings, her seventh studio album.

Just as Moore has matured, so has her music, with soft and personal melodies. The title track reminds me of the kind of song that should have been on the Sisterhood of The Traveling Pants soundtrack or playing quietly through Starbucks speakers. This is more of an indiepop album and not overly-produced. But I’m not sure if it works in her favor. Even “Forgiveness,” about Moore's tumultuous and unhealthy relationship with ex-husband Ryan Adams, should have been a power ballad to deliver a vengeful punch, but it sadly falls short of really delivering. Although Moore has a naturally gorgeous voice, it's simply not utilized in the best way on Silver Landings. - Marisa Patwa

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NIALL HORAN Heartbreak Record Capitol Records This One Direction boy band member turned solo artist proved himself with his first studio album, 2017's Flicker, and he’s almost done it again with Heartbreak Record. “Nice to Meet Ya” gives me some major Ed Sheeran vibes.

It’s catchy, but it’s already been so overplayed with the lyric “I want your number tattooed on my arm in ink I swear” already stuck in my mind - and not in a good way. The songs have a pattern of starting out with sweet intros and then flipping to higher-speed choruses that give them a surprising kick I didn’t know I needed, like in “Small Talk.” The main theme in most of Horan's songs are about lust and love, from “San Francisco” to “New Angel,” but I wish there was more variety and originality. The song I most identify with is “No Judgement,” which the singer cites as one of his favorite songs he's ever written. I would suggest listening to it for the first time by watching the music video of a loving elderly couple being completely silly - massage on a kitchen table covered in food included. - Marisa Patwa

MORRISSEY I Am Not a Dog on a Chain BMG In the midst of a growing backlash over controversial political statements, the former Smiths frontman returns with his 13th solo album. Many fans and critics alike - have attempted to cancel Morrissey out but nonetheless, he exists and soldiers on via his most engaging group of songs since 2009's Years of Refusal. Both lyrically and melodically, I Am Not a Dog on a Chain (mostly) succeeds in rekindling that old Moz magic that's kept him relevant for decades now. Still, like every other solo release since 1988, it will inevitably be pitted against his previous band's legendary catalog and come up short, but did McCartney ever produce anything on par with the Beatles? Of course not.

Regardless, get over it and enjoy the numerous highlights here, including the dark, vaguely funky lead single "Bobby, Don't You Think They Know," featuring R&B royalty Thelma Houston on backing vocals. As with the album's other standouts, the electro-tinged arrangement creates a vibrant background for Morrissey's typically witty, slightly opaque musings - though on excellent album opener "Jim Jim Falls," he's a bit more direct: "If you're gonna kill yourself/Then to save face/Just kill yourself."

No doubt more outrage will follow, but Moz thrives on it; in fact, he's made a whole career out of upsetting people. Why stop now? - Johnny Fletcher

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NEWS4U APRIL 2020 | BEER REVIEWS

APRIL BEER REVIEWS

This month’s beers are available depending on supply & demand at all 10 Liquor Locker locations. Visit our website at www.Liquor-Locker.com.

VIRTUE MICHIGAN CHERRY

RHINEGEIST WHIFFLE

JONATHAN GLUFF - 4

Wheat beers are never my preference, but that doesn’t mean I can’t appreciate a good one. Rhinegeist’s Whiffle is definitely one such beer. As (almost) always, I can’t stress how much better it tastes after pouring into a glass; even my wife - who appreciates good beer, but doesn’t consider herself a critic - was surprised by the difference. Doing so brings out pronounced notes of citrus on both the nose and the crisp, clean finish. A great-tasting, refreshing beer.

PAUL BRAGIN - 4

JONATHAN GLUFF - 4

I usually dunk on ciders, but I have to say - this offering from Virtue really pleasantly surprised me. My main gripe is that many are too sweet, leading to either a stomach ache after only three or four, or a head-splitting hangover the next day. However, this is far from overly sweet, resulting in a nice, subtle drink that’s made for the fall but is perfect year-round. Crisp and clean with a nice warmth from the slightlydarker cherry notes.

PAUL BRAGIN - 3

A thick white head tops this wheat beer after pouring it in a wheat beer glass. The scents of wheat, tangerine and spice dominate the nose.

Wheat flavors hit the tongue first, followed by citrus from the tangerine, with the two going back and forth in the finish. People who like wheat beer should buy this to serve during the summer. Pair it with light dishes like herb roasted chicken or mussels with French fries.

A thin white head quickly disappears from this red cider when poured into a tulip glass.

A combination of the strong smells of apple and cherry control the scent profile. After a couple of seconds on the tongue, the cherry flavor returns and stays in the long finish where it plays against the apple flavor. Pair it with Wisconsin brie cheese, apple pie, cinnamon sugar doughnuts, blue cheese, gingerbread, creamy pasta dishes or chocolate truffles.

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 3

This is a cloudy, straw-colored beer. It has a slight grassy aroma but it's easy on the nose. I like the subtle spices and the dry wheat flavor. I would consider this beer on the lighter side of the Belgian witbiers.

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This is a clear, rose-colored beverage. It has a good cherry flavor, but it's not really my cup of tea. It's refreshing, though, and certainly a drink worth trying. I would consider this a funky wine cooler with an emphasis on the wine.

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PABST BLUE RIBBON EXTRA

JONATHAN GLUFF - 2.5

My early 20s beer consumption mainly consisted of drinking warm “Dirty 30s” of PBR. Unfortunately, 15 years of drinking craft beers has removed the rosy tint of nostalgia. I could tell you how it reminds me of drinking the juice out of a can of corn, but let’s be honest - no one drinks this for the taste or complex flavor. This’ll get you drunk for cheap, and about 30% faster with its 6.5% ABV. A beer made for shotgunning.

PAUL BRAGIN - 4

A thick white head forms on this beer and takes time to evaporate. The scent contains a balance of hops and malt that most beer drinkers recognize in an American lager. Likewise, drinking the beer also boasts the malt and hop balance. This is a good choice for beer drinkers on a budget. It could see a rise in popularity during the summer months during cookouts.

Pair it with hamburgers, hotdogs or your favorite picnic foods.

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4

I've never been a PBR fan but I actually like this one. The 6.5% ABV and 16oz can are pluses and the flavor has a little more sweetness than the average PBR. Also, I imagine the price point is more economical compared to other beers.

Pabst impressed me with this one.

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BOULEVARD CHILL VIBES

a high-quality quaff, I do have to wonder: Who was asking for a cucumber sour ale? The flavor is exactly as advertised - crisp cucumber notes on top of a competent sour ale. The finish is very clean, just as I would expect, but this is another case of brewers asking, "Can we?" instead of, "Should we?"

JONATHAN GLUFF - 2.5

Some of Boulevard's craftings are among my favorite beers, notably the Rye-On-Rye and Sixth Glass. But while Chill Vibes is by all means

PAUL BRAGIN - 3

A thick white head rests on this sour ale when poured in a tulip glass and never totally dissipates. A burst of cucumber and sour notes fill the nose. The sour and cucumber flavors

remain with the first sip of the beer, with the sour flavors becoming more prominent during the long finish. It might be more popular during the summer. Pair it with Havarti cheese, Eggs Benedict, citrusy salads or key lime pie.

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 2.5

This beverage has a heavy cucumber aroma with decent carbonation. I have become a fan of the cucumber beers but Boulevard combined this one with a sour which doesn't make for the best pairing. At least not for me.

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