News4U July 2021

NEWS4U JULY 2021 | TABLE OF CONTENTS

JULY 2021

TABLE OF CONTENTS FEATURES & UPCOMING EVENTS

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ZZ Top at the Ford Center

Legendary Texas Trio Coming to the Tri-State

The Summerland Tour at the Victory Exclusive Interview with Hoobastank's Doug Robb

The River Basin Blues Fest

Live Blues Music Returns to the Tri-State!

80s Rock the Dam at Beaver Dam Amphitheater

Exclusive Interview with Sebastian Bach

Soul Asylum at the Old National Events Plaza

Evansville to Welcome Alternative Rock Giants

A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR 6 No More Doom and Gloom, Folks

BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

44 B. Lanae Salon 45 Exploring Small Business w/ Elaina Adams

CUISINE & DINING 20 Clean Bite Life 21 Coupons

ENTERTAINMENT

24 In Town & Around 30 Music: Hudsy 32 Music: Paul Wiemeier 34 Music: The Double Aughts 35 Music: Trent "B-Face" Small 36 Music: Forthright 37 Rock & Metal Profs 38 Podcast Corner 39 Screen Time 40 True Crime Junkie 42 Fake News from the Tri-State

LOCAL HAPPENINGS 46 VHS Animal Spotlight 47 VHS Adoption Spotlight 48 Tri-State Pet Pics 58 Ask an Attorney 60 Mug Shots

OPINION & COMMENTARY

50 As I Type This...

50 Tri-State Politics 51 Maybe I'm Just Getting Old 52 When Late Night Thoughts are Bourne 53 Bridging the Gap

REVIEWS Styx at the Old National Events Plaza

54 Music 56 Beer

Exclusive Interview with Bassist Ricky Phillips

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A QUICK NOTE FROM THE EDITOR

N

o more doom and gloom, folks. With every passing week,

Top at the Ford Center (7/21), Summerland Tour feat. Everclear,

the future is looking brighter and brighter for the tri-state.

Living Colour, Hoobastank and Wheatus at the Victory Theatre

Everything is opening up and masks are coming off; then again,

(7/28), 80s Rocks the Dam feat. Sebastian Bach, Lita Ford and

it was kind of nice to be spared from looking at some of your

the Bullet Boys at Beaver Dam Amphitheater (7/31) and the

faces, but hey, there's always a price to pay for progress. I kid!!

almighty Styx at Old National Events Plaza (8/19). And to get

You're all beautiful, each and every one of you. And as the

you primed, we've got several interviews with the main players

cliché goes, we're all in this together so I don't wish to offend

so be sure to read up and then make plans to attend one or all

anyone with my feeble attempts at humor. But you gotta laugh,

of these long-awaited events. And speaking of long-awaited,

right? After all we've been through, comedy is the key. Yadda

the River Basin Blues Fest makes a welcome return this month

yadda yadda. Now, let's talk big name concerts coming to the

after being derailed by Covid in 2020. Now being staged at

tri-state. It seems like years since we've been graced with the

a new location in Newburgh, the 2021 edition will feature a

presence of high profile rock bands and artists, but hot damn,

great lineup of local and regional talent, including headliner

it's really happening - many of our favorites are lining up to

The Keeshea Pratt Band. We've got the deets on that and much

make us feel alive again. Just check this run of shows out: ZZ

more inside. Happy 4th of July!

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ZZ TOP

Legendary Texas trio celebrating over 50 years of rocking with hotlyanticipated summer tour FORD CENTER / JULY 21 / 7:30 P.M.

Maybe it's the beards, but these guys never seem to age. Hard to believe, but the legendary Texas trio ZZ Top first grabbed the music world's attention way back in 1971 with the release of the appropriately-titled ZZ Top's First Album which laid the groundwork for their irresistible blend of boogie, hard rock and southern rock. It also proved that these fun-loving musicians - guitarist Billy Gibbons, bassist Dusty Hill and drummer Frank Beard (ironically the only member of the band not sporting a mega beard) - have a playful, irreverent attitude that's served them well over the last five-plus decades. Indeed, many of the trio's biggest and most memorable hits - including "La Grange," "Tush," "Sharp Dressed Man" and "Legs" - smartly incorporate a sly sense of humor into the mix while never skimping on the powerful, driving riffs that keep their songs motoring right along.

While the trio's debut appeared in 1971, it was the release of 1973's Tres Hombres featuring the classic single "La Grange" that really got the ball rolling in America. The guys backed up the album's top 10 success with 1975's Fandango which closed with the radio staple "Tush" still heard blasting out of car windows to this very day. But the true turning point in the ZZ Top story came about via the advent of MTV and the back-to-back release of Eliminator (1983) and Afterburner (1985), both of which employed a more synth-driven sound and capitalized on the impact of music videos. Few bands were bigger at the time thanks to a run of major hits, including "Gimme All Your Lovin'," "Legs," "Sharp Dressed Man" and "Sleeping Bag." Everywhere you looked, seemingly, the bearded ones were there. And that's just how we liked it.

Many more rocking albums followed, including the most recent release, 2012's La Futura, which found the legendary trio firing on all cylinders. So get ready for an unforgettable evening at the Ford Center and be sure to give ZZ Top all your lovin', eh?

For tickets and more info, visit fordcenter.com. The Ford Center is located at 1 SE MLK Jr. Blvd. in downtown Evansville.

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SUMMERLAND

TOUR 2021 Hoobastank's Doug Robb on the band's "best year," holding their own in a live setting, being big in Japan and more VICTORY THEATRE | JULY 28 | 7 P.M.

An annual alternative rock music festival founded by Everclear's Art Alexakis in 2012, the Summerland Tour is back in business after a year-long hiatus, once again showcasing some of the best bands of the 80s, 90s and 2000s. And the 2021 edition is no exception. In addition to headliners Everclear - known for such genre-defining hits as "Santa Monica," "Wonderful," "Father of Mine" and "I Will Buy You a New Life," - this summer's lineup includes Living Colour, Hoobastank and Wheatus. The former stormed up the charts in 1988 via the Grammy Award-winning "Cult of Personality" while the latter hit it big with 2000's "Teenage Dirtbag," a featured song in such films as Loser and Bully.

And then there's Hoobastank, the multi-platinum California band that ruled the nü-metal era thanks to heavy anthems like "Crawling in the Dark," "Out of Control" and "Running Away." But despite gaining a reputation early on for penning dark lyrics, frontman Doug Robb was not afraid to show his vulnerable side. This willingness to be open and honest resulted in the number two Billboard smash, "The Reason," a heartfelt ballad that catapulted Hoobastank to new heights in 2004.

Post-Summerland Tour, the band plans to play a number of headlining shows to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Hoobastank's debut album, released in November of 2001. Robb kindly spoke to News 4U ahead of the show at the Victory Theatre.

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WITH EVERCLEAR, LIVING COLOUR, HOOBASTANK & WHEATUS

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HOW FAST WAS THE TRANSITION FROM PLAYING BARS

of production, you know? Obviously, at our height there was a

AFTER "CRAWLING IN THE DARK" HIT THE AIRWAVES

it was never just like, 'Hoobastank's production was amazing.'

AND CLUBS TO BIGGER VENUES - STADIUMS, EVEN -

AND THE VIDEO WAS IN REGULAR ROTATION ON MTV?

certain amount of production that we could bring with us but Not me specifically, but the band has always taken a certain

Yeah, we were doing clubs and bars prior to the release [of

amount of pride in, like, if you put us in a conference room

the debut] and I remember... this was probably in the fall of

with, you know, florescent lighting, I will perform with any

2001 we were touring and then I remember people starting to

band that has, like, crazy production and we'll give them a run.

say, 'hey, your song's on the radio now.' And that was a huge

Because at the end of the day we felt like without production

deal. And then we started to hear it in the cities we were going

we can hold our own. But it's too bad we never got to full-

to and we were doing radio interviews and it started to build

blown production, you know, like, crazy stuff because maybe

momentum. I think the album came out in November of 2001

then we would have.

and, I don't know, we didn't do a lot of touring on our own for that record. All of 2002 I feel like we either spent it with Incubus or 311 [laughs] - one of the two. We went to Europe for, like, 11 weeks with both of them and then we came back

AND MAYBE YOU WOULD HAVE CAUGHT YOURSELF ON FIRE LIKE JAMES HETFIELD.

Yeah, exactly. Or maybe we put out the effort we do because

and we had six days off. And I only know this because I was

we know we don't have anything to fall back on. That's it, we'll

just talking about it with the rest of the band recently. We tried

just use whatever we get.

to collectively remember that year, 2002. We had, like, a week off and went straight into a full tour with us and 311 and then the second that ended we went back on tour - an arena tour with Incubus. And the second that one ended we went on the Sprite Liquid Mix Tour which was with Jay-Z, 311 and N*E*R*D and we didn't do our own tour until the winter of 2002.

DESPITE THE CRAZY SCHEDULE, DID IT FEEL LIKE ALL OF YOUR ROCK & ROLL DREAMS WERE COMING TRUE?

ONE OF THE BEST THINGS ABOUT HOOBASTANK IS

THAT YOU GUYS REALLY LIVED UP TO THE ROCK & ROLL CLICHÉ OF BEING "BIG IN JAPAN." YOU WERE - AND STILL ARE - HUGE THERE.

Right, I used to hear that joke, too, and it was almost like an insult to bands - 'oh, you'll be huge in Japan.' I guess, in the summer of 2002 - that extremely busy year - we played in Japan at a festival called the Summer Sonic Festival which is

I remember thinking, this is it; I'm happy. If it never gets any

one of our favorites to play. When we got there we played

bigger than this, I'm happy. But that year - to sum up the

the baseball stadium and it was amazing - the reaction there

conversation that I recently had with the band - that year

was absurd, to be honest with you; people at the airport,

was maybe the best year of our lives, like, touring wise. Even

people at the hotel, people at the train station. It was, like,

though... you know, we didn't know that two years from then

almost cartoonish. We would look at each other and be

we were going to be even bigger. That year, supporting that

going, 'Are you kidding me? People still do this? We're not

album - everything was a first; everything was new; every

the Beatles.' We've hypothesized since that maybe because

experience we had was unlike anything before. It just made

I'm half-Japanese there's a kinship going on there. I think they

everything so exciting. It just made us feel like we had the

kind of bond to that - like, 'He's one of us!' So that might have

world in the palm of our hands.

helped. But the loyalty and the passion that fans overseas -

WHAT'S GREAT ABOUT HOOBASTANK IS THAT YOU

GUYS NEVER PERFORMED WITH A LOT OF BELLS AND WHISTLES - JUST THE BAND AND THE SONGS AT FULL VOLUME.

We never got to a spot success-wise where we had a bunch

and, most specifically, Japan - show is something completely foreign to American fans. It's obviously got to be a cultural thing. But our manager used to say that if you can get fans in Europe and Japan you've got them for life. Not like you've got them for this album and then they don't like you anymore - you have them for life. And here we are 20 years later.

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RIVER BASIN BLUES FEST The Keeshea Pratt Band headlines the return of the tri-state's most beloved blues festival FRIEDMAN PARK AMPHITHEATER / JULY 31 / 1-9 P.M.

1 P.M. - RYAN RIGDON & GARY JINES A fixture of the RBB Fest since its inception, this dynamic duo brings together the rock-inflected and traditional, acoustic sides of the blues. In other words, Rigdon and Jines are a perfect opening act, well-versed in getting the party started.

2:30 P.M. - BLUES 4 U The only band to play all 30 years of the WC Handy Blues & BBQ Fest in Henderson, Blues 4 U features some of the area's most revered musicians, including Carl Rodenberg (keys, vocals), Jon Rochner (bass, vocals), Danny Erkman (drums), Tommy Stillwell (guitars, vocals) and Roy Carter (sax).

4 P.M. - BOSCOE FRANCE BAND A tri-state blues guitar wizard who made it to the 2012 Guitar Center's Battle of the Bands Grand Finals, Boscoe France plays his six-string with reckless abandon - and barefoot to boot. The fiery Kentucky-based musician is backed by Cory Folz (bass) and Jimmy Cummings (drums).

For area blues music fans, the long wait is finally over. The annual River Basin Blues Fest - always a highlight of the summer festival season - is back and better than ever after the popular outdoor event took a sabbatical in 2020 due to the pandemic. Looking to provide the ultimate concert experience as well as a family environment, organizers have moved the RBB Fest to Newburgh, home to the Friedman Park Amphitheater. The venue's excellent acoustics, as well as the beautiful park setting, should make for the best experience yet - and thanks to presenting sponsor Moore Music (in conjunction with the River Basin Blues Society), the event is free to the public!

In addition to a fantastic lineup of local, regional and national blues artists and bands, the RBB Fest will feature food trucks and a beer garden. Don't miss out on a full day of incredible live

5:30 P.M. - BIG AL & THE HEAVYWEIGHTS Self-described as a musical gumbo of Cajun, Zydeco, blues, rock and everything in between, Big Al & The Heavyweights represent the very best of the New Orleans music scene. Their long track record of performing at marquis blues fests all over the country speaks for itself.

music plus delicious eats and drinks!

Other sponsors include the Rug Gallery of Newburgh, the American Legion Kapperman Post #44, Baker Retirement & Wealth Management, TRU Event Rental, El Maguey Grill, Working Distributors, Charlie Wyatt, and Raymond L. Lamey, M.D. A special thank you to the family of the late Gary Ahrens for supporting the RBB Fest by donating funds in his name to bring Blues 4 U to the Friedman Park Amphitheater stage. Mr. Ahrens was a musician and teacher who dedicated his life to teaching students and those who wished to learn the values and joy of music.

FOR MORE INFO, VISIT EVANSVILLEBLUES.COM.

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7:30 P.M. - THE KEESHEA PRATT BAND Having rightfully earned headlining status for this year's RBB Fest, the Keeshea Pratt Band is a unique blues experience, dipping into classical, jazz, rock, soul, gospel and country to whip up an exhilarating musical brew. The award-winning Houston-based act comprises musicians from around the country and Japan.

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'80S ROCK

THE DAM

WITH SEBASTIAN BACH, LITA FORD & BULLET BOYS BEAVER DAM AMPHITHEATER / JULY 31 / 7 P.M.

of a three decade-plus journey that's been hugely entertaining.

And for good reason. The band's songs have stood the test of time, rising above the "hair metal" tag to become part of the fabric of our lives.

Bach kindly spoke with News 4U ahead of the show at the Beaver Dam Amphitheater.

YOU'RE ONE OF THE FEW VOCALISTS AROUND THAT'S CAPABLE OF BOTH SCREAMING LIKE A BANSHEE AND

SINGING SWEET MELODIES - OFTEN WITHIN THE SAME SONG.

Well, that's very cool that you can hear that. I try really hard to use my voice and push it as hard as it will go. I pretty much learned that style from Rob Halford from Judas Priest. He can definitely scream even higher than I can - I try to do what he does and that's kind of how I warm up my voice to go on tour. I do vocal scales and then I also sing along to sh*t that's impossible [laughs]. And then I kind

Sebastian Bach talks returning to the stage, being a collector of music, getting recognized for different projects and more

of learn how to do sh*t that's impossible [laughs].

One of the true highlights of the summer festival season, '80s

going to be screaming heavy metal, that's not like "Jingle Bells" or

Rock the Dam is back for a fourth go-around at the fantastic Beaver Dam Amphitheater in Kentucky. Rest assured it's going to be worth every minute of the hour drive from Evansville to see this year's lineup featuring former Skid Row frontman Sebastian Bach, plus metal's leading lady Lita Ford and Bullet Boys with all original members.

After a year without live music, this is what we've all been waiting for - a chance to rock out under the summer sun to some of the biggest hits of an unforgettable era: "18 and Life," "I Remember You," "Youth Gone Wild," "Monkey Business," "Kiss Me Deadly," "Close My Eyes Forever," "Smooth Up in Ya," and "For the Love of Money" - and so many more.

Boasting an incredibly varied career that's seen him transition effortlessly from rock singer to Broadway star to television actor and back again, Sebastian Bach continues to defy expectations. Yet his years with Skid Row remain the bedrock

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SO YOU'RE BACK TO FULL STRENGTH VOCALLY AFTER THE LONG LAYOFF?

I just want people at Beaver Dam to know that I already did a gig, so you can relax [laughs]. Because I was all freaked out - any singer that hasn't done this in over a year has got to put some f*cking serious hours into singing, to get the voice back. If you're whatever. It's a challenging thing. I did my first show back in Fort Myers, Florida, and it was over a month ago and I sang for weeks and weeks before the gig. And I got through the gig - it wasn't my best ever, but I got through it [laughs]. Since then I've been singing more than ever. So my pipes are ready to rock.

YOU'RE SCHEDULED TO PLAY

SOME SLAVE TO THE GRIND 30TH

ANNIVERSARY SHOWS IN OCTOBER. THERE WAS A REISSUE OF THAT

SEMINAL ALBUM ON VINYL BACK

IN 2019 - A RE-MASTERED VERSION

THAT YOU WERE NEVER CONSULTED ABOUT AND, FRANKLY, DIDN'T

SOUND AS GOOD AS THE ORIGINAL PRESSING. IS THAT STANDARD

PRACTICE IN THE MUSIC INDUSTRY THESE DAYS?

Well, I can't really speak for other bands, but I am a collector of Rush - I'm a geek that buys a $200 box set of Permanent Waves

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that comes with the spoke from the left front wheel of the

while some guys have to sleep on a road case in a hallway; the

tour bus [laughs]. You know what I'm saying? Rush gets so,

road is different for everybody. But a good book on the road is

so involved in these reissues that are incredible to me, but

essential because you're changing your bedroom every single

then I read interviews with Geddy Lee and he never talks

night. And you need to keep whatever constant you can for

about them. I'm like, well that's weird - and then they ask him,

your brain to fall asleep. Reading books for me...I love reading

'what do you think about this repackaging?' and his answer

books on the road because it's quiet. Your ears can only take

was, 'well, that's really a record

so much volume to where it's

company thing.' So, if that's

like, enough.

Rush's answer then I guess it's

DO YOU FEEL LIKE YOU

maybe more common than we

GET CREDIT FOR YOUR

know. Which is very sad to me

VERSATILITY - FOR ALL THE

because number one, I have a

DIFFERENT PHASES OF

whole house full of [Skid Row]

YOUR CAREER, FOR THE

rarities from that period that

SHEER LONGEVITY AND

is just sitting around in boxes

LEVEL OF SUCCESS?

collecting dust. What the f*ck am I holding on to all of this

No [laughs]. I mean, I just keep

stuff for? Unreleased songs,

my head down and I do what

DAT shows of every concert on the tour. Nobody else wanted

I do. I don't get the Dave Grohl level of recognition [laughs]. I

them - I've got boxes of them. I have videos of all the shows

did for awhile back there when I was on every television show.

- stuff that nobody has. Because I was "collector guy" - I am a

But you know what's weird with me is that I get recognized in

collector and I collected me [laughs].

different parts of town for different things. If I'm at the Rainbow

SPEAKING OF RUSH, THERE'S A GREAT SCENE IN THE

DOCUMENTARY BEYOND THE LIGHTED STAGE WHERE GENE SIMMONS OF KISS RECALLS BEING ON TOUR WITH THEM BACK

[club], it's [for] Skid Row; if I'm in a mall walking around outside of a clothing store or something, and some mom and her girl sees me, I'm that guy from Gilmore Girls - I get noticed for that everywhere. But then if I'm in Canada walking down the street I am from the Trailer

IN THE DAY. HE'S

Park Boys. People flip

FLABBERGASTED

out when I'm walking

THAT THEY SPENT

around in Canada.

MOST OF THEIR

There is nothing -

TIME ON THE

nothing - that gets

ROAD QUIETLY

me the respect that

READING BOOKS

the Trailer Park Boys

RATHER THAN

do [laughs]. That's

PARTYING.

royalty.

But

we're

Hey, if people really

going to be bringing

want to know what

you the Skid Row

being on the road

rock & roll to Beaver

is like, it's really management of sleep deprivation. And some

Dam - maybe with a little touch of Gilmore Girls and Trailer Park

people can handle it, some people cannot. Some people like

Boys thrown in [laughs].

Gene can stay in whatever wing of the hotel that he wants

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SOUL ASYLUM Runaway train: Alternative rock giants poised to take tri-state fans on a wild ride

OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA / AUGUST 1 / 7:30 P.M. It's been a long and winding road for Dave Pirner, the driving force behind one of alternative rock's biggest bands since 1981. Formed in Minneapolis around the time that Hüsker Dü and The Replacements began their assault on the local music scene before breaking out on a national level, Soul Asylum took their time, seemingly in no hurry to chase success. But by 1988, the dominoes were beginning to fall. Hang Time, released that year, put the band squarely in the conversation. Its follow-up, 1990's And the Horse They Rode In On, proved that Pirner and fellow original members Dan Murphy and Karl Mueller were really on to something. And then came 1992's Grave Dancers Union.

Released just as Nirvana was busy blowing up the entire musical landscape, this landmark album spent 76 weeks on the Billboard charts and was certified triple-platinum - thanks in no small part to the top 10, careerdefining hit, "Runaway Train." The mid-tempo ballad struck just the right tone, with Pirner detailing his experiences with depression in a soothing manner that spoke to people of all ages battling their own demons.

Fast-forwarding a bit... Soul Asylum greeted the pandemic with 2020's Hurry Up and Wait, a return to form if there ever was one. The new release received glowing reviews across the board with the likes of Glide Magazine praising the band for retaining their "gritty sonic charm." And now you can hear tracks from it live along with songs spanning the whole of Soul Asylum's 40-year run. Don't miss out!

For tickets and more info, visit oldnationaleventsplaza.com. The ONEP is located at 715 Locust St. in downtown Evansville.

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STYX Bassist Ricky Phillips talks Crash of the Crown, filling Chuck Panozzo's shoes, not changing "the sound of brew" and more

PHOTO: JASON POWELL

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of Styx - Lawrence Gowan (vocals, keys), Tommy Shaw (vocals, guitar), James Young (vocals, guitar), Ricky Phillips (vocals, bass), Todd Sucherman (drums) and Chuck Panozzo (bass) - feel like they're just getting started, hungrier than ever to create and perform.

Phillips kindly spoke with News 4U ahead of the show at the Old National Events Plaza.

OLD NATIONAL EVENTS PLAZA / AUGUST 19 / 7 P.M.

YOU'VE BEEN WITH STYX FOR NEARLY 20 YEARS NOW. DOES THE WAY YOU PLAY BASS ON A STYX SONG JUST

Originally scheduled for 2020, one of the tri-state's most

COME NATURALLY AT THIS POINT OR ARE YOU ALWAYS

anticipated concerts is finally within sight. Yes, prepare to

LOOKING FOR DIFFERENT WAYS TO APPROACH THE

sail away with the almighty Styx next month as the legendary

MATERIAL?

rock band returns by popular demand to deliver a set of

That's a good question. You know, when I joined the band and

fan favorites and classics-in-the-making from their 2016

had to learn so many songs from so many decades of all the

masterpiece and

The

the

Mission

albums that have come out,

just-released

I saw and really appreciated

ambitious follow-up, Crash

Chuck Panozzo's parts in

of the Crown, which finds

those

Styx branching out musically

certain lines that may be very

while still remaining true to

simple but they've become

the group's core sound. It's

key parts of a lot of these

just more evidence that this

songs. In playing Chuck's

multi-platinum act has no

bass parts and making sure

intention of simply cashing

that I was still representing

in on nostalgia.

me, I think I've had a lot of

songs.

There

are

years of inheriting a lot of But make no mistake, you'll still hear all the songs that made

things that Chuck does subtly to bring those things into the

Styx such a dominant force in the 70's and 80's, including

fold - certainly on this new material. I play very melodically - a

"Blue Collar Man," "Come Sail Away," "Fooling Yourself,"

lot of lines. I really try to find something that doesn't get in

"Renegade," "Too Much Time on My Hands" and more -

the way of the guitars or vocals but in playing with the drums

timeless tracks that will live on well after the band calls it a

brings a dimension that stands out on its own. And I think

day. Thankfully, that day is very far off, because the members

Chuck always did that within Styx recordings.

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was over my head for awhile. And then all of a sudden I was IT'S VERY HEARTENING THAT IN AN ERA OF

able to start consuming it and being able to understand

PREDICTABLE DIGITAL SINGLES, STYX HAS CHOSEN

it and learn it and make it part of my bass playing DNA,

TO PRODUCE A NEW WORK OF MUCH COMPLEXITY

or guitar playing or singing. If we aim high at least we'll

THAT CHALLENGES - AND ULTIMATELY REWARDS -

be able to move forward. But as soon as we start going

THE LISTENER.

backwards I think that's kind of a death sentence.

I don't think it's ever been verbalized but I don't think we could live with ourselves if we just repeated the

IS IT SOMEHOW EASIER TO MAKE THE SORT OF

past. I think we're always reaching forward, trying to find

ALBUM YOU WANT TO THESE DAYS SINCE CURRENT

something... certainly hitting all the big points of a Styx

POPULAR MUSIC IS SO FAR REMOVED FROM WHAT

song: the big harmonies, exploring maybe with some odd

STYX DOES?

time signatures, maybe multiple time signatures within

Totally. Rock music isn't the in vogue music of the day,

one song. But not making it be like a music theory class

anyway, and the stations that are out there that support

- but doing it and presenting it in a way where it's a well-

what we do are few - it's a completely different day. So, in a

constructed song that you can sing along with. And that's

way, it kind of gave us license - and it has for awhile, several

what people do when they come to the concerts; they're

years now - to do what we want to do instead of what is

singing as loud as we are up there.

being dictated by a record company. [With this record] we didn't really have to be approved by anyone to make these

THE BAND ACTUALLY RECORDED CRASH OF THE

decisions. That's kind of a luxury that comes with falling out

CROWN DURING THE PANDEMIC. DID THAT PRESENT

of favor [laughs]. It's actually a plus.

ANY PROBLEMS? The only thing that I missed on this record was that the

THE VOCAL HARMONIES OF STYX ARE INSTANTLY

band was never able to get together and jam on the songs.

RECOGNIZABLE. HOW DID YOU FIT INTO THE

So I worked on my own on the parts without the luxury of

EQUATION WHEN YOU JOINED?

having Todd there in the room slamming it out like we did

I'll share one thing with you. When Tommy Shaw asked

on The Mission, for example. The Mission has some special

me to join the band, he said, 'we do have one stipulation,

magic to it because we were able to do that; it has some

though, that makes me just not able to blanket offer you

special stardust sprinkled on it, to coin a phrase. But I'm

coming into the band.' He said, 'the Styx sound is huge

really proud of the guys this time for being able to put

and we can't mess with that so we have to get in a room;

something out that is so adventuresome, not cookie cutter

we have to sing together and find out if you change the

- and hopefully will be entertaining for the listener.

sound of the brew.' And I got a little nervous, because I didn't know. So we got together and I sang all the parts to

SPEAKING OF BEING ADVENTUROUS, THERE ARE

the set they were doing at the time. And the sound guy and

ELEMENTS OF QUEEN, PINK FLOYD, THE BEATLES

producer for Styx - god bless him, we lost him a few years

AND THE WHO ON THE NEW ALBUM - AND YET, IT

back - he was out in the hallway in the rehearsal facility we

SOUNDS LIKE QUINTESSENTIAL STYX.

were using and the doors flew open and he came in after

I'm glad I'm talking to you right now because sometimes

we'd been playing for 45 minutes or an hour and said, 'this

you second guess yourself and everything. The last

is going to work!' it was a welcome phrase coming from

thing we want to do is shoot completely over the top of

him. I don't think anyone doubted it after we started but

everybody's heads but I do remember that when I was a

it was just nice to have it verbalized - especially by such a

kid and was feeding off all this stuff that was coming out, it

great guy who had such a legacy with the band.

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CLEAN BITE LIFE Healthy Cooking with Lindsay Rasure I recently received a sourdough starter and I can’t get enough of it! I have been making 72 hour fermented sandwich loaf bread that my family is obsessed with. I love that I can do a long ferment on almost anything to drastically reduce the gluten and phytic acid. Recently I had a very happy sourdough starter that I wasn’t sure what to make with it. I found a brownie recipe that I tweaked, and it needed to be shared! After the brownies cooled, I topped mine with homemade whipped cream.

FERMENTED SOURDOUGH BROWNIES BROWNIE INGREDIENTS: • 1 c. or 240 grams of dark chocolate (I used Theo brand 85% dark) • ½ c. unsalted butter (Kerry Gold is my favorite) • ½ c. sugar • 1 tsp. pure vanilla • 1/4 tsp. salt • 2 large eggs (room temperature) • ½ tsp. baking soda • ¾ c. mini chocolate chips • ¾ c. happy bubbly sourdough starter WHIPPED CREAM INGREDIENTS: • 1 c. heavy whipping cream (preferably organic) • 2 T. powdered sugar • 1 tsp. pure vanilla extract CAKE DIRECTIONS: 1. Preheat oven at 350 degrees. Grease a square baking pan with butter.

2. Place chocolate and butter in a medium saucepan over medium heat.

Stir continually until everything is melted and then remove from heat.

3. Add sugar and vanilla extract. Mix well making sure the sugar melts completely.

4. Add eggs and baking soda and mix well.

5. Add chocolate chips and mix until incorporated.

6. Add sourdough starter and mix gently. Do NOT over mix at this stage - just mix enough to incorporate the starter in the chocolate mixture.

7. Pour into the prepared baking pan.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-28 minutes. Try not to open the oven for the first 20 minutes. Check frequently after that.

9. To check if the brownies are done, insert a toothpick and see if it comes out clean.

10. Let the sourdough brownies cool completely before slicing.

Brownies are best stored in the fridge or freeze individual squares so when a craving hits you have some DIRECTIONS FOR WHIPPED CREAM: 1. Set a bowl and beaters in the freezer for at least 30 minutes.

2. Get the beaters and bowl out of the freezer.

3. Add the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla.

4. Beat on high for several minutes until stiff peaks form.

5. Store leftovers in the fridge for 2-3 days or freezer for 2-3 months.

Brownie recipe is adapted from: https://spicytamarind.com. au/full-fermented-sourdough-brownies/

For more recipes or meal ideas you can follow Lindsay Rasure on Instagram: @cleanbitelife or her Facebook group: Clean Bite Life

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NEWS4U JULY 2021 | MUSIC

HUDSY

Tri-state's busiest performer preps release of "Life Is," aims to hit the road in the coming months

Before the pandemic came along and spoiled the party, local musician Eddie Hudson - aka Hudsy - was playing upwards of five shows a week, scoring regular gigs at hotspots like Bokeh Lounge, Carson's Brewery, The Landing, The Rooftop, Ghost Quesadilla, Prime Time Pub & Grill and Jennings Street Public House. He made his living that way, in fact, but then it all went sideways as the tri-state locked down and months of bookings suddenly evaporated. But Hudson didn't give up - he's just not that kind of guy. You see, six years before Covid pulled the rug out from under him and stymied his momentum, the Canadian transplant received a harrowing diagnosis: Multiple Sclerosis. "After a two-nighter [performance] in a Winnipeg Pub I started to limp and couldn't figure out why," Hudson explains. "It didn't hurt - I just couldn't lift my foot."

He consulted several doctors and endured numerous exams - but it would take several months to solve the mystery of a growing list of odd physical symptoms. Remarkably, rather than deter Hudson, MS only strengthened his resolve to pursue music; he lived harder than ever before, putting everything he had into making his dream a reality.

Now Hudson is proving his resilience once again, striving to get back on track and reclaim his status as the tri-state's busiest performer. A recent packed gig at Bokeh Lounge - during which he effectively opened for himself, playing an acoustic set before returning to the stage to headline with a full band - signaled that he hasn't lost a step, musically speaking.

Patrons lapped up his covers of Matchbox 20, Harry Styles and more but also dug pop-based original tunes like the sultry "Blue Dress," the ultraaddictive "Tennessee" (a clever re-working of Tom Petty's "Free Fallin'")

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and the revelatory "Life Is." It's the latter song that Hudson's targeting for release, having hired industry great Emily Lazar to master the recording (it was mixed locally by Gregatron).

But while the production is pristine, lyrically, "Life Is" is a lot messier - but entirely relatable. "It's all about getting in a fight with my wife," Hudson divulges. "We both have issues here and there and we try to struggle through it. The idea came to mind that during those bad moments it crosses your mind that this person's crazy - and then you're thinking that they think I'm crazy, too. Really, the idea is that life is crazy."

Hudson hopes to put "Life Is" out in September and back it with a structured promotional plan. But the big push is for a full-band tour after the single's release. "I'm trying to develop that - to hit the road and play original music with a light show and everything; that's the ultimate goal."

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PAUL WIEMEIER Former Calabash guitarist revisits singersongwriter roots with ongoing My Abyss singles collection

solo single that would serve as the impetus for an ongoing online collection called My Abyss (it's never-ending, you see).

Featuring Jake Holder on fiddle and backing vocals by Anna Beth Pfafflin, the heartfelt original saw Wiemeier getting back to basics, stripping things down to the essence of a song with a lone acoustic guitar and minimal accompaniment. His emotional vocal delivery - highlighted by the gut-wrenching line, "there's a better way for you to be free" - signaled that honesty and authenticity were at a premium going forward.

Wiemeier then followed this promising first effort with "Trouble," a reggae-inspired confessional featuring musical backing from Indy's Max Allen Band as well as Scott Jackson on keys. As the track locks into a serious groove, Wiemeier laments, "I'm in trouble with the Lord today/ I did something wrong/ I wish that I could take it back." And by god, you believe him.

A mainstay of the tri-state music scene for years, Paul Wiemeier has come full circle of late, reconnecting with his "just a man

Now Wiemeier is poised to drop his most affecting single to

and a guitar" beginnings after a long stint as co-frontman of the

date under the My Abyss umbrella with "Feel Like a Hero," a

jam band-influenced Calabash. But first the talented singer-

beautiful tribute to his wife Sarah who's been battling breast

songwriter needed a break from music all together - a chance

cancer. "The song is about the thoughts and feelings early

to recalibrate and reflect. "I

on, figuring out what we were

took a year just to relax and get

dealing with - how I wish I

back to the things that I had

could take away the pain," he

sacrificed for the last decade,"

says. To properly document

he explains. "And then I started

such a lyrically meaningful

getting the itch to perform

track, Wiemeier brought local

again - because whether it's

producer Steve Tyner on board

one person or 100 people

and reached out to Holder

getting off on what you're

once again for instrumental

doing, it's an amazing feeling."

assistance to flesh out the

So as area bars and restaurants began to showcase live music

acoustic arrangement. "I'm getting back to my Americana, folk

again with the easing of pandemic restrictions, Wiemeier

and blues style that's always been within me," he notes.

found his way back to what he calls his "honey holes" - places like Lamasco and Chilly Willy's - and set the wheels in motion

If all goes well, "Feel Like a Hero" should hit streaming services

for the next phase of his musical journey.

in the next month. In the meantime, you can catch Wiemeier at KC's Marina Pointe on 7/18 and Chilly Willy's on 7/23. And FYI,

Interestingly, the seed was planted just before Wiemeier

Sarah is doing well after weathering chemo and radiation. Be

departed Calabash in the form of "Make You Believe," a

sure to send good thoughts her way!

For more info, follow Paul Wiemeier Music on Facebook.

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THE

who had never played the blues start writing the blues." He

DOUBLE AUGHTS Vincennes-Evansville duo resurrects uniquely blues-based material for upcoming EP

was particularly impressed when Nelson dug even deeper into the old stuff like Blind Willy McTell and Blind Lemon Jefferson, with the swampy feel of those legendary early recordings slowly seeping into the mix. And yet, despite the promising nature of singular tracks like "Anyone's Doll" and "Laudanum Jar" - featuring thrillingly unorthodox guitar work by Nelson and Sobhani's intricate, pounding drums - the project stalled.

Or more accurately, was shelved, as Nelson accepted a job in Evansville in 2016 and the pair began anew under a different name while residing in separate cities. A more punk-inspired outfit that made room for a bass player, the Paper Sweaters made a handful of appearances at local venues like PG Café and Wired before Nelson and Sobhani's employment situations made it difficult to continue; they pulled the plug in 2018.

But just a year later, there was talk of resurrecting the 2013

One day back in 2013, Rama Sobhani was going about his

material; the abandoned project even had a name: The Double

normal work day at the state park up in Vincennes when a fellow

Aughts. Eager to move forward, Nelson and Sobhani contacted

employee began proudly discussing her son's musical abilities.

local producer Steve Tyner at Black Cat Recording to document

A musician himself - a kickass drummer, in fact - he inquired

the blues-based 5-song collection, but due to the pandemic it

about a possible introduction and in short order, Sobhani came

would take nearly two years to complete the EP with final mixes

face-to-face with his future collaborator, ace

recently approved. Aforementioned tracks

guitarist Joshua Nelson. The two became

"Anyone's Doll" and "Laudanum Jar" are

fast friends and found common ground

complemented by "In Drag," "Summer

artistically thanks to a mutual interest in the

Thing" and "The Girl Who Cries" - each

2000-era garage rock band The Hives, both

featuring lyrics and vocal melodies by

taken by the Swedish quintet's stripped

Sobhani that are interpreted and sung

down approach. But despite the shared

by Nelson. Truly, this is one of the most

influence, Sobhani and Nelson's playing

compelling original releases of late taking

styles differed dramatically. The former was

into account its merging of blues, metal,

entrenched in the sound of the Delta while

punk and 90s rock. It's just a shame that

the latter mostly focused on the punk side of things. But that just

it took eight years to see the light of day. Nelson concurs: "It's

made their proposed musical alliance all the more intriguing -

been a long journey to get here, to record the music at a price

especially when Sobhani's vision of a raw, blues-based project

that we could afford. There's no one in Vincennes that we could

began to take shape.

go to for a finished product like this."

"When we started writing these songs, Joshua was coming at

Keep an eye out for the Double Aughts EP - coming soon

it with a blank slate of experience with anything blues-based,"

with artwork by Stephen Horning (who also plays bass on the

Sobhani explains. "It was really interesting to hear someone

recording).

For more info, follow The Double Aughts on Facebook.

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TRENT

"B-FACE" SMALL Evansville rapper overcomes cancer, readies release of The Small World with help from hip-hop peers

the cathartic project The Chemo Chronicles. "I feel like I was meant to do music and use my voice to help others going through the same sort of thing - to push awareness and bring everyone together," Small says. Safe to say he held nothing back, filming a gritty video for the defiant track "Mr. Sickly" at a time when the treatments were utterly draining. It was the beginning of an emotional journey through song - one that, thankfully, reached a joyful conclusion with "Over Now." "That was my new lease on life after I completed chemo - I felt like I was free again," Small recounts. He felt so free, in fact, that he went right back to work - despite lingering physical issues - eager to provide for his family after being sidelined for so long. Take that, cancer.

Now in remission, Small has been busy detailing his post-

Just a few short years ago, Trent "B-Face" Small was fighting

cancer life on the follow-up to The Chemo Chronicles,

for his life as an aggressive form of cancer attacked his body,

speaking his truth once again, unwilling to candy-coat or

showing no mercy to the up-and-coming Evansville rapper,

gloss over his pain. "One Take," a teaser for the cheekily-titled

husband and father of two young girls. Only 21 at the time,

The Small World, captures the brutally honest - yet ultimately

his predicament seemed particularly cruel with so much to

hopeful - feel of the album : "Life got me f*cked up/ So many

look forward to and so many dreams left to fulfill. But Small

scars from the doctors cutting me up/ The second I get a good

was not about to give up - even

moment I gotta be on my toes/

after he whittled down to 100

I'm gambling with the dice in

pounds and became gravely ill.

my hand/ Whichever way it

"Every night I would fall asleep I

rolls I'll keep going." Call it a

worried that it could be my last,"

middle finger to the disease

he recalls. "But if you get sad

that nearly snuffed Small out.

and depressed over it you're not going to accomplish anything. I

Scheduled for a September

told myself I was going to beat

release,

the cancer and threw myself

features guest appearances

into music because that's all I

from numerous hip-hop peers

had."

that have supported Small

The

Small

World

throughout these difficult days.

And so Small - a respected

It's his way of saying thanks -

member of the tri-state hip-hop

but it also lends some serious

scene - began documenting his health battle in lyrical form,

cred to his first official album which he's determined to "make

furiously writing down uncensored thoughts and feelings

special." Keep an eye out for The Small World on all major

and rapping them over a series of grimy beats. He dubbed

music platforms in the coming months.

For more info, follow Trent Small (B-Face) on Facebook.

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FORTHRIGHT Local metal masters set to return with the musically expansive Anti Orthodox Somehow three years have slipped by since Evansville's Forthright released the blistering Kaleidoscopic Manslaughter, an intensely complex eight-song cycle that touched on all of their main influences, including Gojira, Death, Slayer and Metallica. Not surprisingly, the band's ability to professionally record new material - or to perform, for that matter - was severely hampered by the pandemic, a situation that contributed to the time-gap between projects.

But mostly it comes down to one simple fact: Forthright albums are a bitch to make. And that's because each song evolves at a snail's pace with all three members - vocalist/guitarist Nick Bulger, guitarist Tyler Brown and drummer Eddie Goebel - offering input into the complicated writing process. Then there's the challenge of bringing such a musically expansive vision to life in the studio. In the end, however, all the pain involved in birthing a new Forthright collection is clearly worth it - especially if the first few shared tracks from the longawaited Anti Orthodox are anything to go by.

"I'm also in a rock opera band called The Tapestry, so we've obviously been doing a lot of learning about classical music and choral music theory," Bulger notes to help explain the truly haunting nature of "Island of Sanity," a highlight on the upcoming album. It's a real step forward for Forthright with a mid-section that sounds like something off of The Omen soundtrack. "Tradition," on the other hand, barrels along like classic Slayer with a signature chromatic guitar figure - though Brown seems a bit surprised by the comparison. "The opening track on the album is even more Slayer," he promises. Meanwhile, the final track shared, "Throne of Bones" - originally intended for the previous release - enters like a musical jackhammer courtesy of Goebel's insane double-bass drum action before giving way to an anthemic chorus as Bulger shows off his melodic vocal chops. His versatility as a frontman remains Forthright's not-so-secret weapon.

According to the band, Anti Orthodox will feature 13 tracks with the album structured in three parts for a dynamic, hour-long listening experience that boldly flies in the face of the current "singles only" mindset of the music industry. And the guys wouldn't have it any other way despite the sometimes tortured recording process. Succinct and amusing as ever, Goebel admits, "it sucked." But again, the end clearly justifies the means - or at least that's how Bulger sees it. "It's the best stuff that we've written and the best that we've ever sounded," he says, giving credit for the aural upgrade to War of Ages' Jack Daniels who mixed and mastered the album as well as to local producer Steve Tyner for capturing the heaviness of Forthright in the studio.

The band is planning for an August or September release - and you can catch Forthright playing tracks off of Anti Orthodox live at Backstage Bar & Grill on August 21.

For more info, follow Forthright on Facebook.

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the

ROCK & METAL PROFS WITH MATT ALSCHBACH & DR. COURT LEWIS

Associate professors at Owensboro Community College and Pellissippi State Community College, respectively, Alschbach and Lewis host the popular podcast The Rock & Metal Profs: The History & Philosophy of Rock & Metal. Now they're bringing their keen insights to the pages of News 4U with a monthly deep dive into some of the best bands of the rock/metal genre and thoughts on music in general.

FANS DON’T KNOW WHAT THEY WANT!

could the band do? Sometimes when a band is good, people buy their albums. Did they betray their fans by becoming the most recognizable metal band in history?

Do fans really know what they want, and why are they unhappy when they get it? We recently did a two-part

The word "fan" is short for "fanatic," so it should

episode on AC/DC, and after complaining about how

be no surprise that fans aren’t always rational. Our

their later albums sound the same, we found ourselves

fanaticism often makes us put our favorite band in a

complaining when they changed their sound for

box. We want them to be the band we first heard and

Ballbreaker and Stiff Upper Lip. Surely, you too have

loved. Though some musicians are happy following

complained about your favorite band changing their

the template of their early sound, other artists want to

sound (or refusing to do so).

grow and explore new frontiers of music. Sometimes

that involves incorporating aspects of passing trends.

Fans like what they like, and they often have contempt for

The Rolling Stones' "Miss You," KISS’ "I Was Made

bands which they feel let them down. Matt once asked

for Loving You," and Queen’s "Another One Bites the

a fellow metalhead if she had heard Death Magnetic

Dust" all borrow from the disco trend of the seventies.

from Metallica. Her response: "Do you mean Death

The Stones and KISS caught a lot of grief for "selling

Pathetic?" She then launched into a rage monologue

out," yet Queen’s tune was seen as just another step

about how Metallica hadn’t produced a quality album

in their evolving sound. Which one was an authentic

or song since 1988! Really? Not a single good song?

expression of music, and which was a money grabbing

Her argument was based on her personal subjective

gimmick? Only the band can answer the question, but

criteria - her opinion, nostalgia. She remembered

as fans, we have lots of opinions on how we think it

fondly her youth and how those early songs made her

should be answered. Maybe, instead, we fans should

feel, the fact that the band changed their sound, and

just relax and enjoy - and let others enjoy - how music

their rise in popularity. She was particularly incensed

and our favorite artists evolve.

that Metallica had become "mainstream." But what

The Rock & Metal Profs podcast is available on iTunes, Google and Spotify.

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with Gavin Gaddis Welcome to the Podcast Corner, your source for some of the best and most inventive podcasts around. Each month I'm offering up four bite-sized reviews, so read on and then listen in!

Want more podcast recommendations? You can find long-form reviews, musings on happenings in the podcasting world, and links to podcasts I produce at my website: thepodreport.com or follow me on Twitter @ThePodReport.

MAINTENANCE PHASE (BIMONTHLY)

Hosts Michael Hobbes and Aubrey Gordon pick apart the wild world of health and wellness, decoding and debunking decades of outright lies and misinformation motivating the American public’s interpretation of what counts as healthy, and what it means to be fat. From the fat-free craze of the 90s propped up by little more than fad diets and marketing to the sad realities of shady diet companies like Weight Watchers, Maintenance Phase shines a light on these things that have been a (worryingly strong) influence on how we eat and think about our bodies. maintenancephase.com

YOU’RE WRONG ABOUT (BIMONTHLY)

HuffPost reporter Michael Hobbes and writer Sarah Marshall love picking apart the past to truly understand things that most folks only have a rough idea of thanks to pop culture osmosis. The two flit around time at breakneck speed, alternating between one-off episodes on single topics to excellent multi-part series on things that stopped the world cold (i.e. the O.J. Simpson trial). The trio of episodes that effectively build a history of what we now know as “cancel culture” is some of the best podcasting I’ve ever heard. Specifically the episode “The Chicks vs. the Iraq War” is hall of fame level stuff. yourewrongabout.com

CANCEL ME DADDY (BIMONTHLY)

Each episode journalists Katelyn Burns and Oliver-Ash Kleine dismantle the pearl-clutching claims of whatever evidence “cancel culture” is running amok, dismantling the newest right-wing grift du jour.

While I’ve already recommended this show, I’m re-upping my recommendation for two reasons: 1) The show has a cross-over with You’re Wrong About, and 2) Their episodes have become more useful than ever as that right-wing grift machine keeps on grinding. We’re at the point where the fraudulent Kentucky Derby winner says his horse testing positive for drugs is “cancel culture,” folks. It’s time to read up for whenever your gullible family members start believing this is a legitimate concern.

cancelmedaddy.com

KNOWLEDGE FIGHT (BIWEEKLY)

A train wreck in slow motion, cosplay journalist Alex Jones continues to wreck lives and spread lies in the interest of staying a millionaire. Luckily for us, there’s some people especially qualified to factcheck such a meme-laden monster. Each episode of Knowledge Fight features Dan Friesen, a poor soul who has subjected himself to thousands of hours of conspiracy theory powerhouse InfoWars, filling in comedian Jordan Holmes on Jones’ latest antics. It’s easy to write off Jones as a crackpot with horrific reading comprehension, but Knowledge Fight shows just how far he's willing to go (spoiler: terrifyingly far). knowledgefight.com

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Screen Time

with Marisa Patwa

FIERCE SUPERHEROES, LADY ASSASSINS, A FUTURE WAR AND TIMEBENDING MURDER ISLAND: JULY MOVIE RELEASES ARE ACTION-PACKED BLACK WIDOW (7/9)

Marvel fans have been calling for a Black Widow movie for years and Scarlett Johansson is finally getting the standalone superhero film. As an original Avengers member, first making her appearance in Iron Man 2, Natasha Romanoff has been a staple of the Marvel universe since 2010 - and she has kicked butt from film to film, all the way to this well deserved powerhouse. What I love is that this project centers around Black Widow’s storyline with Stranger Things’ David Harbour as her father and Florence Pugh as a delightful addition as her no-nonsense, deadly little sister. Who doesn’t love a little superhero sibling rivalry?

GUNPOWDER MILKSHAKE (7/14)

Lena Hadley transforms from Cersei to killer mom with a gun while Karen Gillan transforms from jealous space alien Nebula to a ceiling crawling, flipping, gun-shooting ninja in this comedic yet thrilling assassin film. Like many action protagonists, Gillian loses her mom at a young age, only to be reunited with her once she is a full-grown killing machine. And in a full-circle moment it’s now her job to protect an 8-year-old girl from devious crime lords. And in reuniting with her own mom, she also connects with fellow femme fatales Michelle Yeoh and Carla Gugino. Empowering!

THE TOMORROW WAR (7/23) In The Tomorrow War, Chris Pratt plays Dan Forester, a family man who is recruited to help fight a war that’s already happening in the future - 2051 to be exact. Jump ahead 30 years and mankind is getting eviscerated by evil aliens, with soldiers telling Dan and other civilians they are the only hope for saving the human race. The man trying to stop Earth from going extinct while having to be separated from his family gives me major Interstellar vibes.

Yvonne Strahovski and JK Simmons also co-star. Get ready to save the world via Amazon Prime Video!

OLD (7/23)

Old is more suspenseful and scary than it is action-packed, but it’ll still give you those spine-tingling feels a superhero blockbuster would. In this M. Night Shyamalan soon-to-be classic, a family becomes estranged on an island in which everyone begins aging rapidly, to the point of death. And we follow two young kids as they jump into more adult bodies, with their younger minds fearful and trying to figure out how to get out of the endless nightmare. The trailer alone leaves me with so many questions about what sinister magic is causing them to get wrinkles and why don’t they just walk off the island? All will be revealed soon.

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TRUE CRIME JUNKIE WITH JOHNNY FLETCHER

THE MURDER OF STEPHANIE CROWE File this case under: Crazy Twists & Turns. Nearly 25 years

Police also brought in two of Michael's teenaged friends,

after the murder of 12-year-old Stephanie Crowe in

Aaron Houser and Joshua Treadway, for questioning.

Escondido, California, we're still no closer to learning the

Suspiciously, Houser possessed a huge collection of knives

truth - though four individuals (two of whom confessed

- one of which was missing but turned up at Treadway's

but later recanted) were charged with the crime only to

home. Now viewed as a co-conspirator in Stephanie's

be released due to a lack of sufficient evidence. The fourth

murder, Treadway was interrogated for a total of over 20

suspect, Richard Raymond Tuite, a

hours before confessing. Houser

28-year-old transient, spent years in

was then arrested and questioned

jail for Stephanie's murder before

as well; however, he never admitted

being granted a retrial courtesy of

to any involvement in the crime.

the Supreme Court of California.

Regardless, all three boys were

He was ultimately found not guilty

charged and jailed. And that's when

in 2013.

things got really interesting.

So that's the abridged version

Six

months

of how the legal process played

the

start

out. In short, justice still has not

belated DNA testing found three

been served for Stephanie who

drops of Stephanie's blood on

lost her life on the evening of

a shirt belonging to Tuite, the

January 20, 1998 as she slept in

aforementioned

her bedroom. Her body - which

He'd been seen in the Crowes'

suffered eight stab wounds - was

neighborhood on the night of

discovered the following morning

the murder; in fact, several calls

by her parents and grandmother.

were made to the police when the

Investigators noted that there were

diagnosed

no obvious signs of a break-in -

later, of

just

before

Treadway's

fourth

schizophrenic

trial,

suspect.

began

knocking on doors and looking

though Stephanie's window was found to be unlocked as

in windows. Tuite quickly became the sole focus of the

well as a sliding glass door in her parents' bedroom. Still,

investigation, was charged with murder and went to trial

the lack of evidence supporting an intruder theory meant

in 2004. Ultimately, he was convicted of a lesser charge

that Stephanie's 14-year-old brother Michael became

of voluntary manslaughter and began serving a 13-year

an immediate person of interest and was subsequently

sentence... and then this crazy case took another wild turn

subjected to hours of intense interrogation - without an

as the appeals process resulted in a retrial based on errors

attorney or his parents present - during which he reportedly

made by the prosecution and a lack of evidence tying Tuite

confessed.

to the Crowe home. He walked free in 2013. To date, no one else has been charged for the murder of Stephanie Crowe.

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FAKE NEWS FROM THE TRI-STATE

by Johnny Fletcher

The latest and greatest stories that you surely missed WAR OF THE ROADS: IN ONGOING EAST SIDE FEUD,

GREEN RIVER BOASTS O.G. STATUS, LABELS BURKHARDT AN 'OVERCOMMERCIALIZED ATTENTION SEEKER'

It's clear there's no love lost between two of Evansville's most prominent roads. Once considered the main strip of the east side where all the action was, Green River has now taken a backseat to the ever-burgeoning Burkhardt - and things are starting to get ugly with the former big dog coming out swinging on social media this morning. "Don't kid yourselves, folks, Burkhardt is nothing more than an over-commercialized attention seeker, a real Johnny-come-lately," Green River chided in a recent

SOME EVANSVILLE DRIVERS DISAPPOINTED BY OVERALL LACK OF CONSTRUCTION SO FAR THIS SUMMER,

DEMAND MORE TRAFFIC JAMS, ALTERNATE ROUTES

unhinged Facebook post that can only be described as a severe

At a time of year when getting from point A to point B is often a

case of road rage. "I was here first - I'm the O.G., damnit! I guess

challenging prospect thanks to the summer construction season,

if you get off on corporate America then by all means, drive up

things seem to be running smoother than usual on Evansville's

and down that crappy street all day for all I care." Having gotten

main roads - and some local drivers are straight-up pissed. "This

wind of the unprovoked tirade and determined to set the record

is absolute, total B.S.," Peter Peterson complained while cruising

straight, Burkhardt responded via a stinging press release that

down First Avenue unhindered during rush hour today. "Every

referred to Green River as a "washed-up has-been still trying to

summer I look forward to coming to a sudden, complete stop or

lure drivers with the promise of a dying mall." The sharp rebuttal

being forced off my normal route multiple times on my way home

also included an itemized list of businesses reaping the benefits

from work each day due to construction. Without constant delays,

of the so-called "over-commercialization" along with statistics

I have nothing to live for!" And Peterson's not alone in his anger.

showing the positive impact on Evansville's economy. "And

At press time, a small group of irritated drivers had assembled

another thing, Green River, you pathetic putz," Burkhardt lashed

downtown at the Civic Center to protest, screaming, "Give us

out, "no one loves you anymore! Deal with it."

construction or give us death!"

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NEWS4U JULY 2021 | BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

McHugh has not only filled the void but taken everything to the next level and beyond. Still, she couldn't have done it without a lot of support.

"I'm a member of the Evansville Chamber [of Commerce] and they have offered me so much, reached out to me to help get me started," McHugh says with much gratitude. She's also received invaluable consultation from her former beauty school instructor who assisted in hand-picking the top-notch staff at B. Lanae Salon. Currently, the business employs four stylists, one barber,

B. LANAE SALON

1 2 1 0 1 H WY 41 N, E VA NS VI LLE , I N

All-encompassing north side hair salon offers wide array of services and activities

two estheticians, a massage therapist, micro-blader, injector, yoga instructor and a fitness guru - but McHugh imagines her crew could well be doubled after things fully get up and running in the coming days and months. For her, the thought of stagnating is unacceptable.

"It's just so easy to plateau in this industry," McHugh explains. "But there's so much

After 20 years in the beauty salon industry,

you can do and learn - you've got to keep

Brittany McHugh had pretty much seen it

getting educated."

- both locally and in Georgia - gave the

Considering the impressive scope of B.

enterprising stylist the confidence to forge

Lanae Salon - Lanae is McHugh's elegant

ahead with a vision for an all-encompassing

middle name, by the way; it just fits the

operation on Evansville's north side that

vibe - the only way is up. In addition to

would offer a wide range of services and

all of the services and activities available,

activities, from barbering to boxing and

there's enough space to host events such

seemingly everything in between. She just

as bridal showers and birthday parties;

needed the right location. So after scouting

plus, there's a patio and a bar area (beer

out the ideal spot for such an ambitious

& wine will be available soon) and plenty

project, construction began on a brand new building next to

of TVs. Best of all, the salon is open seven days a week so you

the Evansville Teachers Federal Credit Union off of Highway 41

can book appointments when it suits your schedule. Or just pop

- right by Roca Bar North. That area, in particular, was in need

in and hang out. As McHugh neatly sums it up, "it's the kind of

of a high-end salon with a big city feel - but not big city prices;

place where you can go and unwind."

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all. Her vast experience in various capacities

NEWS4U JULY 2021 | BUSINESS SPOTLIGHT

EXPLORING SMALL BUSINESS

with Elaina Adams

We wake up every morning, clueless to what curveballs life will throw at us. The person in front of you might pay for your coffee, and then you’ll get a flat tire on the way to work. That's life.

You never know what is going to happen next. But what if we could get a little glimpse into our futures?

ADRIANNA ROSE O'DANIEL PSYCHIC MEDIUM

I was invited to sit down with Adrianna Rose O'Daniel, an empathic psychic medium in Evansville to gain insight into what life has in store for me next. Hey, some of us need all the help we can get!

Adrianna realized she had the gift of mediumship in 2014 when three of her family members passed away within a month. That's when she started hearing voices - a sign that, by her own admission, meant she was either going crazy or was sensitive to the afterlife. A few years later, a meeting with an established psychic medium confirmed that it was the latter of the two. She was, in fact, a clairvoyant medium. At first, Adrianna was reluctant to share her gifts with the world but despite the potential for harsh criticism, she felt it was her calling to empower others. She worked past her fears, going through a month-long interview/psychic testing process with a company based out of France and now serves as a psychic channel for clients all over the world.

Now, stop imagining crystal balls and eerie fog. Adrianna has one of the most welcoming environments I've ever encountered - everything, including her energy, is beautiful and feels safe. During my visit, Adrianna conveyed to me messages from my spirit guides and did card readings from eight different decks. Whoa! Is it possible to cross-reference the dead? Apparently.

According to Adrianna, my future is looking pretty good. Whew! No flat tires for this girl.

Sitting down with Adrianna was like getting together with a life-long friend - albeit one that can see the shape and truth of your eternal soul. And yes, before you ask: I was a bit skeptical at first. But I must say, Adrianna was enlightening and a muse of reflection. She even predicted something would happen to me later that day, and it did - right down to the hour. Spooky stuff, I know!

I left feeling empowered by Adrianna, with a better sense of who I am. Knowing that I was on the right path provided me with a level of reassurance that I didn't realize I needed.

If you're currently looking for an empathic psychic, or if you're just curious to see what it's all about, I highly recommend connecting with Adrianna. Book your appointment today at soulworkwithadriannarose.com or follow her on Instagram @thesecretgardenAROD. Don't worry about telling her that I sent you. She'll already know.

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SAMMIE VHS ADOPTION SPOTLIGHT

Leah Crabtree and her husband live out in the country up in Princeton - a perfect area for dog ownership; however, as renters, they weren't allowed to house a furry friend. But recently, the couple's landlord gave permission and the search for a rescue began - a search that ultimately led to the VHS. "We really weren't looking for any particular breed - just visiting with the dogs and letting the dog pick us," Crabtree explains. "You can kind of tell when you hit it off with animals." One dog in particular, a Min Pin/Jack Russell mix with a great personality, made it known that he was very happy to see them. But "Sammie" was a senior - 10-years-old, in fact - which gave Crabtree and her husband pause despite their interest in adopting him. "We kind of debated on it, but we went back to visit him a couple of times and he recognized us and got excited so we decided this is the one," she says.

Sammie made a wise choice, indeed. After spending a decade with his prior family who then dropped him off at the shelter when they had to move, he's now in a wonderful forever home where he'll live out the rest of his days in great care.

Reportedly, Sammie has adapted to his new surroundings well - and not a single accident in the house since they brought him back to Princeton. "It was like he was meant to be here," Crabtree says. "As soon as you sit down he's in your lap wanting some loving. He's so well-behaved and doesn't chew on anything."

And Sammie's smart, too. Crabtree notes that he knows the meaning of a number of words, but two in particular make him go bananas: car ride. "He starts barking and jumping up and down," she says. "On Sunday for lunch we always go to my husband's parents; it's like he knows and senses, starts pacing. As soon as we say we're ready to go he gets so excited." Yes, Sammie may be a senior, but he's still got plenty of puppy in him and still enjoys playing fetch, among other activities. But when the sun goes down, he's more than ready to snooze - on the couple's bed, as it turns out. "He'll jump up and we'll coax him up to us so we can pet him. We just feel blessed to have him."

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AS I TYPE THIS... with Barold Hume

Never thought it would happen, but the government is kind of, just sort

Let's see, what else has been going on of late... Predictably, the

of admitting that there might be extraterrestrial activity in our skies -

Democrats and Republicans are more divided than ever. For instance,

something long-suspected by both conspiracy theorists and average

both sides are accusing the other of trying to skew the voting laws in

Joes alike (Area 51, anyone?). As I type this, several high-ranking Navy

their favor to ensure victory in 2024. Yeah, it's just one big love fest

pilots have reported seeing UFOs - or UAPs, if you like - on a regular basis

going on in Washington, D.C. So much respect and admiration between

over the last couple of years. And yet, no one can definitively say what

the two parties - very inspirational. Nothing warms my heart more than

any of the objects are or if there is actual life from another planet out

seeing the likes of Pelosi and McConnell lock horns and trade veiled

there. Case in point, noted astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson recently

threats on a daily basis. Oh, and I almost forgot: Trump says he'll be back

appeared on Real Time with Bill Maher and pretty much debunked the

in the White House by August. Not sure how that's supposed to work

whole idea, pointing out that despite a world where everyone carries

but you got to hand it to the guy - he knows how to grab the headlines,

a high-res camera around in their pocket 24/7, all that exists is grainy

even while banned from most social media platforms. Of course, people

footage of (mostly) tic-tac shaped discs darting around. Not proof of

are saying (to use a Trumpian phrase) that ol' DJT might wind up behind

anything, he said. And I have to agree, though it pains me to do so.

bars in the near future for a host of financial crimes, but trust me, they

With human beings - particularly Americans - acting like complete idiots

don't call that guy "Teflon Don" for nothing. Somehow he always gets off

much of the time these days, it'd be nice to know there are other options.

scot-free. Not to mention he wouldn't last a day in prison without his Diet

Hanging out with aliens? Count me in. Especially if E.T. was anything to

Coke (12 a day!) and KFC. Hey, I couldn't make it without Ski or Kipplee's

go by. Like chilling with a teddy bear.

pizza so fair enough.

tri-state

The state GOP has a problem. A Todd Rokita problem.

politics

with Bryan Fox

Arguably the state’s most ambitious politician, the new attorney general has his struggles - both internally and politically - that state party leaders just can’t turn their back from.

Let’s rewind to last year’s state convention. The big name Rokita, a former secretary of state, congressman, and senate candidate, was trying to oust the current AG Curtis Hill who had previously been accused of groping

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several women (allegations he had denied). Rokita, seen as the safe bet to go against former Evansville mayor Jonathan Weinzapfel, would get enough votes to move on to the general election. The Democrats, who traditionally get embarrassed in state races, would see Rokita easily win.

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MAYBE I'M JUST GETTING OLD... with Johnny Fletcher

THE MAN (OR WOMAN) IN THE MIRROR For those of you hanging on the edge of your seats, wondering

everyday people getting all excited about working out in front of

whatever became of me after my home was invaded by hundreds of

a mirror. There's a couple of different versions out there, one being

tiny little ants (see the May and June columns), I'm happy to report that

Tonal and another simply called The Mirror. Actually, having just done

all is well. It was really touch and go there for awhile, but eventually I

a search, it turns out numerous companies are getting in on the action.

won the battle and life has returned to normal - meaning that I am once

Or inaction, truthfully. Sorry, but I guarantee these things are a big

again sat staring at the wall in silence, contemplating the aging process.

waste of $$$. Old guys like me get reeled in with the promise of a body

Did I mention that I'm getting old? Yeah, it's a bitch but somebody has

transformation - and a week later we're already disinterested, annoyed

to do it, right? Sad but true, as Metallica once sang on their overrated

by the incessant babbling of the man - or woman - in the godforsaken

breakout release. Yes, I'm sure there are many of you who will argue

mirror who keeps imploring us to ramp it up, baby! These "personal

that the metal masters peaked with the "black album" - or, ye gads, only

trainers" inevitably become our personal nightmare. After being

got better with the release of Load, Re-Load and beyond - but frankly,

shouted at for hours on end, all we want to do is go for a walk in peace

I didn't much care for anything after ...And Justice for All. Sure, there

and reflect wistfully on a time when our living room wall didn't project

were a few decent songs here and there, but come on, in retrospect

some yahoo screaming at the top of his or her lungs. I mean, I assume

Metallica's first four albums are the shiznit. And nothing you can say will

that's what would happen. Let's be honest, there's zero chance I'll be

convince me, otherwise. I'm stubborn, ok?

signing up for it - not at my age. I'll just continue getting my exercise in by typing up brilliant pieces like this one. Talk about a workout!

Now, what was I meant to go on about this month? Right, the exercise thing. Surely you've been seeing these commercials showing normal,

by the true outsider in the race, Mike Braun.

Okay, so he can win elections in districts that are primarily red, in states that are primarily red, for positions almost always given to the Republican

Now we have him as AG. Besides already posting something on social

candidate.

media relating to a "stolen election," he has already got into it with Indiana's governor, Republican Eric Holcomb, over trying to stop a

But let’s talk about his issues - and there are a lot of them.

lawsuit by the governor. I’d like to be a fly on the wall in those meetings with the state leaders.

Reports have indicated he was a high maintenance elected official. As a congressman, he requested his drivers to not engage in small talk

Bottom line: Rokita is a phony and a political hack. Machiavelli would

and would force his staffers to do miniscule things. When he ran for the

love his approach in trying to obtain power. Speaking of Holcomb, he

senate primary in ’18, he portrayed himself as an "outsider," buddy to

is term-limited which means we will have a new governor after 2024. It

buddy with Donald Trump. Keep in mind this was a man who had been

would be shocking to not see Rokita throw his hat in the ring. The GOP

in the political arena for 15 years prior. Nevertheless, Rokita got smoked

should do their best to try to stop him.

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NEWS4U JULY 2021 | OPINION

WHEN LATE NIGHT THOUGHTS ARE

BOURNE

with Freddie Bourne

Cancel culture was supposed to be about holding people accountable

what is hilarious is that when more of the story comes out and we find that the “awful” and “unpleasant” things they did may not have happened at all, we don’t apologize and own up to our mistakes.

I was all for it. Call them out. Don’t allow celebrity status and power to excuse someone from being held accountable for

Huh. We make a scene and hold nothing back, but once we find

their actions. But now, it’s all news mediums run to. And, some of

out we wrongly assumed the facts through a simple headline

it is unfounded. Or even completely false altogether.

and a quick read-through, we can’t simply say, “I’m sorry.” Seems we’re just as much a part of the problem. We’ve become too

Just a few short weeks ago, a 16-year-old contestant on a reality

sensitive about things.

show was disqualified when a video - recorded by his mother four years prior - surfaced in which the then 12-year-old singer

We are now standing up for Paris Hilton, saying how brave she

acted out a scene from a movie with racial undertones. Clearly,

is despite having made fun of her to no end in the past. We

he was too young to even understand the implications. Fast

now find Eminem’s lyricism controversial despite previously

forward to now where an actor is getting called out for having

showering him with praise for being edgy, which in turn made

participated in a pageant founded in the 1870s that may have

him a hip-hop icon.

ties to slave owners - as if they were a part of the plan when they entered the contest in the late 1990s.

Yes, the times have changed. The fact that these stories get put at the forefront as much, if not more, than real, devastating and life-

It seems like the media is trying to find any dirt on someone

threatening happenings, shows that times have most definitely

and give it to the public in just a couple of paragraphs, with no

changed. But I don’t think it is for the better.

discussion, interviews, or elaborate proof. And it works. have been canceled for heinous acts should be given a pass.

comfort and safety of their keyboards and touchscreens. But,

Rather, we need to choose which hill we intend to die on wisely.

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I’ll end with this takeaway: I am not advocating that folks that Shares galore, disgraceful comments, and shaming - all from the

NEWS4U JULY 2021 | COMMENTARY

BRIDGING the Gap

with Jasmine Bennett

When a Gen Zer talks, do you often find yourself trying to decode their lingo? It can be confusing when you hear words and phrases like “spill the tea” or “no cap.” No, these phrases don’t mean that tea has really been spilled or that we’re no longer wearing our baseball caps. Navigating through this lingo can be tough, especially when trying to communicate with teenagers. Luckily, you’ve come to the right place to learn just what your teenager is saying and even get a chance to engage in conversation using his/her lingo. Here are three popular phrases and words Gen Zers are using right now!

C AP:

to tell a lie

Common Phrases: “No cap” / “Capping” / “Cap” / “Cap Talk”

HOW TO USE:

If your teen is telling a lie and you know that it’s a lie, you can simply say, “cap” or “that’s cap” after they finish telling the lie. If you’re explaining the truth to your teen and want to emphasize that you’re not lying, you may insert “no cap” after you finish telling the truth.

EXAMPLES:

“I’m sending an email to your teacher about your failing grades, no cap.”

“That’s cap. You didn’t do any of your chores for the past week.”

SHADE:

to speak disrespectfully about someone or something behind their back Common Phrase: “throwing shade”

GO OFF:

to encourage one’s decision either sarcastically or supportively Common Phrases: “go off then” / “go off girl” / "go off, I guess”

HOW TO USE:

If you happen to overhear your teenager talking about you to his/her friends, this is the perfect time to acknowledge that they were speaking about you behind your back or “throwing shade.” You can also use this phrase when discussing social interactions with your teens or even your friends.

EXAMPLES:

“I heard you throwing shade earlier when you were on the phone.”

“Last time I talked to Barb, she was throwing shade about Dianne, can you believe it?”

HOW TO USE:

(Sarcastically) It’s comparable to saying “good job” to someone you know didn’t work hard.

(Supportively) It’s like complimenting someone on a really amazing outfit. You want to be over-the-top and a little excessive when using this phrase supportively.

EXAMPLES:

(Sarcastically) “If you don’t study for your midterm tomorrow, you’ll probably fail it, but you already knew that… so go off, I guess.”

(Supportively) “You made straight A’s this semester and haven’t been in any trouble, go off!”

If you find yourself wondering what the meaning of everyday words are or thinking that TikTok is the sound a clock makes, head on back to this column as we bridge the gap between Gen Zers and the rest of the world.

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NEWS4U JULY 2021 | MUSIC REVIEWS

BEBE REXHA Better Mistakes Warner Records This raspy, catchy singer is delivering a new batch of hits with her sophomore album. And while Rexha is a knockout

J. COLE The Off Season Dreamville Records/Roc Nation/Interscope

on her own, she has a bevy of features that only elevate the tracks even more, from Lil Uzi to Travis Barker to Doja Cat, Ty Dolla Sign, and even the legendary Rick Ross. She ranges from pop to hip-hop with "Sabotage" and "Die for a Man," while "Sacrifice" is a funky disco beat with a darkly fun music video featuring a bloodthirsty Bebe as a vampire.

"Break My Heart" with Barker is an instant hit, with an addictive beat and sick drums. It’s one of the songs on the tracklist that delves into mental health with lyrics like, "My doctor upped my dosage/ My mom felt bad, so she sent me roses/ Without it, I feel really hopeless." "Baby, I’m Jealous" with Doja Cat is a sultry, sweet listen that is all about self-love and owning your body. Well, Bebe owned this album. - Marisa Patwa

It’s been a few years since we’ve gotten an album of R&B brilliance from the iconic J. Cole. But now, he’s gifting us with his sixth studio release, dominating the Billboard 200. He’s once again giving us all the goosebumps, butterflies and straight up feels. "The Climb Back" is a beautiful, hypnotic track that gets you grooving and meditating at the same time. I could listen to it forever and be at peace. "Applying Pressure" is a tasty tonguetwister with lyrics like, "Uh, applying pressure/ Started my grind where crime festers/ And nines showing like they in they second trimesters." Elswhere, "Close" gets you hooked with some gorgeous background vocals. Thank you J. Cole for coming out of hibernation and treating us to new melodies and bangers that will brighten our summer. - Marisa Patwa

TEXAS Hi BMG OLIVIA RODRIGO Sour Geffen Records High School Musical’s newest generation of superstar, Olivia Rodrigo has delivered a knockout debut album at only 18, capturing the hearts of everyone. Her lead single "Driver’s License" is a daily listen on the car ride with my 4-year-old daughter Sansa and it’s already an SNL skit classic, with Regé-Jean Page and several cast members breaking down the importance of the poetic lyrics over beers while playing pool. And they hit the nail on the head - there is just something about the way her falsetto simply hypnotizes you. Her follow-up singles "deja vu" and "Good For You" are just as good. The former gives you that glow-y halo around your heart while the latter makes you want to sing your heart out while plotting revenge against those who have wronged you. I can’t wait to see the trajectory of her career because I know she’ll be starring on stages for decades to come.

- Marisa Patwa

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The Scottish pop-rock band Texas, known in the States for their minor hit “Say What You Want,” returns with their 11th studio album. While tracks like the Donna Summer-sampled “Mr. Haze” and Wu-Tang Clan-featured “Hi” are certainly ambitious, the merging of psychedelic pop and hip-hop is a mismatched effort; however, “Just Want to Be Liked” fares better with its similarities to what made Plan B’s “She Said” a bona fide hit in Europe and bodes well for the rest of the album. But unfortunately, Hi takes a quick nosedive despite good intentions. The message of lost love in "Unbelievable" is dragged down by the overdone piano ballad structure in pop songs; “Moonstar” represents the only country-driven track but does not do anything to highlight the band’s charm; and 60’s-influenced R&B, jangle pop, and garage punk tracks like “Heaven Knows” and “Sound of My Voice” have opportunities to reinvent the wheel and create magic, but all spell out filler. Hi rebounds a bit at the end with the alternative dance-meets-soft industrial “Falling” and garage rock revival ditty “Had a Hard Day,” but I wanted to say “bye” halfway through this collection. - Freddie Bourne

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BO BURNHAM Inside Netflix I’m blown away. I seriously cannot believe how good the new special by comedian Bo Burnham is. Burnham released a few comedy albums throughout his late teens and early twenties that were clever, though oftentimes quite juvenile.

Retiring from comedy at age 25, Burnham took a backseat and wrote and directed the critically-acclaimed film Eighth Grade. In January 2020, Burnham decided to return to comedy... and then the pandemic happened. Inside is the result of Burnham locking himself up in quarantine and losing his mind. The special, which debuted as a 90 minute music video on Netflix, is incredible. Inside exists perfectly in the space between Weird Al and Father John Misty. It's also the best art project dealing with the pandemic and the turmoil of 2020. Burnham grew up, matured, and made something really remarkable. I think everyone should watch it. - Russ Finn

BLACK MIDI Cavalcade Rough Trade Records For what it’s worth, I play music in a rock band, and I wish the music I made sounded like the cacophonous, jazzy prog-rock jams found on Cavalcade, the second album by London’s Black Midi. If you listened to the group's debut, Schlagenheim, you heard a young band toying with a lot of different styles of rock music and successfully destroying those songs (in a good way) with dissonance and noise. Great news: If you liked Schlagenheim, you’ll love Cavalcade. The band has honed everything good from the first record to create an incredible rock album that feels really fresh in 2021. If you like experimental rock that echoes 70's prog-rock, 80's post-punk, and noisy, psychedelic jazz jams, please listen to Cavalcade. - Russ Finn

LAVA GULLS Transience Self-Released I’ve had the pleasure of witnessing this Nashville DIY band perform on two occasions, and I’m a fan of their first two albums. Lava Gulls’ style reminds me a lot of Animal Collective, as they incorporate a densely-layered electronic pop sound while singing in a similar timbre. By no means, though, do I want to reduce Lava Gulls to an Animal Collective clone. They create much more of a party atmosphere, coming across as an uplifting DJ/ dance act. Transience, Lava Gulls’ third release, is their best and most confident yet. Its sleek production and thoughtful lyrics, mixed with its upbeat and interesting instrumental choices, make Transience a notable record amongst the Nashville scene. - Russ Finn

FLOTSAM & JETSAM Blood in the Water AFM Records No discussion of the titans of thrash metal would be complete without an examination of Arizona’s Flotsam and Jetsam.

Since 1986, this committed band led by vocalist Eric AK Knutson has delivered uncompromising, ferocious and brilliantly composed albums.

2021’s Blood in the Water is a relentless onslaught of intricacy, driving riffs, beautiful harmonies, and rapid-fire drum work.

Original guitarist Michael Gilbert is just as fast and accurate as ever, and Ken Mary’s pummeling drum work is exquisite - he really shines on this one. Metal fans sometimes lament that there is no "new" good music out there, but that simply isn’t true. If you’ve never given this band a chance, pick up Blood in the Water - every track is outstanding. Standouts are "The Wicked Hour," "Too Many Lives," "Brace for Impact," "The Walls" and the title track. Flotsam and Jetsam are going to have a very difficult time topping this one! - Matt Alschbach

Blues with Bragin ALLY VENABLE Heart of Fire Ruf Records A blues-rock legend in the making, Ally Venable returns with Heart of Fire. The opening guitar lick on the title track seems reminiscent of classic Jimi Hendrix. “Played the Game” features a change of pace with Venable showing off her skills on acoustic guitar. The classic feel at the beginning of “Hateful Blues” is quickly replaced by Venable’s signature blues-rock sound. The drumming from Elijah Owings matches the intense guitar. “Road to Nowhere” features a guest appearance from Devon Allman. The heavy guitar solo in the middle of the song perfectly complements the lyrics about giving everything to someone and not receiving enough in return.

“Bring on the Pain” sees Venable going head-to-head with special guest Kenny Wayne Shepherd. The aptly named “Hard Change” features more hard-driving guitar from Venable with a heavy metal edge. “Do It in Heels” is a toe-tapper and girl power anthem rolled into one. More Hendrix influence shows up in “Sad Situation.” A cover of the Bill Withers classic “Use Me” features a funky bass line from Bobby Wallace. “Tribute to SRV” offers an instrumental with a great fusion of blues and jazz elements. The album closes with “What Do You Want From Me,” a song about a relationship on the skids.

Blues-rock lovers need this album. - Paul Bragin

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NEWS4U JULY 2021 | BEER REVIEWS

JULY BEER REVIEWS

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RHINEGEIST SUNSPUN SHANDY

BREWSKI CITRUS SHANDY

HACKER-PSCHORR WEISSBIER

PAUL HOLLYFELD - 3.75

PAUL HOLLYFELD - 3

PAUL HOLLYFELD - 5

PAUL BRAGIN - 4

PAUL BRAGIN - 3.5

PAUL BRAGIN - 4.5

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 3.5

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4

Ski soda plus a Kolsch style beer equals BrewSki. This pours golden with a nice white head that dissipates quickly. The citrus notes are clear on the nose. Once this hits the palate, you are immediately struck with a sweetness that you aren’t expecting. If you are a Ski lover, and tend towards sweeter beverages, you should give Brewski - with a sessionable 3.5% ABV - a try.

A thick white head tops this gold beer, but disappears somewhat quickly. The scent contains a decent amount of lemon lime scent.

Likewise, the first sip of the beer boasts more lemon lime flavors reminiscent of Ski. People who want something stronger than a regular soft drink will want to try this on sweltering summer days. Use it as an ingredient in your favorite desserts like lemon meringue pie, key lime pie or pineapple upside-down cake.

This beer pours a clear amber color. You can smell the sweetness of the Ski right off the bat. I have to admit that I'm not a die-hard Ski fan but you have to give them a little credit to try this and for sure this is a solid Kolsch style beer. A touch sweet for me, but Ski connoisseurs should dig it.

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This shandy pours a clear golden hue, with no lingering head. On the nose there is a hint of grapefruit and a distinct sweetness. The sweet flavors continue to the palate and the presence of orange and grapefruit juices is apparent. Someone who likes hard seltzers or ciders might want to give this a try. At 4.5% ABV, it is very sessional.

A thick white head rests on this shandy and takes a moment to evaporate. A generous amount of sweet citrus notes from the grapefruit and orange fills the nose. The sweetness from the juices used during brewing hits the tongue first and stays in the finish. People who want something cold and refreshing on a hot summer day should try this. Pair it with a meat and cheese tray or something light like grilled fish.

This is a clear amber beer and I can smell the fruit right away. I can taste the orange juice but just a little of the grapefruit mixed in. I like the sweet hops. This beer is easy to drink and very refreshing - a great summer BBQ drinking beer. I really enjoy the citrus beers during the summer and this one is pretty solid.

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This is a classic weissbeer from Munich, Germany. It pours a cloudy orange hue with a thick white head. On the nose is a slight tartness from the yeast. These esters continue on the palate, and it finishes with just a touch of malty sweetness. If you are a lover of wheat ales, this is a must-have beer for your beer cave. It’s a perfect representation of the style.

A thick white head crowns this German wheat beer when poured in a wheat beer glass and never totally evaporates. The scent contains sweet notes with some banana familiar to wheat beers present. The sweet banana continues with the initial tasting, along with wheat flavors. Banana returns in the finish. Pair it with lighter foods like salads, grilled fish, or especially German dishes like sausages, sauerkraut and pretzels.

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 5

This beer pours a hazy amber color. I have to say that this is one of my all-time favorites. I love the sweetness brought on by the malts and yeast.

It has a little orange peel and coriander flavor mixed in. Also, it has a 5.5% ABV and comes in a pint can. The unfiltered wheat beers really appeal to me and this is one of the best.

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BALLAST POINT LAGER

PAUL HOLLYFELD - 4

Bready on the nose, this Lager pours a thin white head over a clear, straw-colored body. Light on

the palate and fairly dry, this finishes with a slight tartness. Bright, refreshing and just 99 calories. I declare this a perfect lawnmower beer.

suited for the oppressive summer heat. Pair it with a variety of classic foods like hamburgers and hot dogs.

PAUL BRAGIN - 4.25

JABEZ MARTINEZ - 4

A decent white head crowns this lager but dissipates rather speedily. The scent offers some sweetness from the malt with a little hop presence to balance it. A generous burst of carbonation hits the tongue first, with malt coming through and staying in the long finish. The lower calorie content gives this beer a drinkability perfectly

This beer pours a clear yellow with a lot of carbonation. I have enjoyed other Ballast Point beers and this one is pretty good, too. With only 99 calories and an ABV of 4.2% I consider this a “light” lager - a very simple beer with a refreshing flavor and a crisp, clean finish.

PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY.

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NEWS4U JULY 2021 | LOCAL HAPPENINGS

Ask an ATTORNEY

WITH LANE SIESKY SIESKY LAW FIRM, PC

Focusing on personal injury, civil litigation, whistleblower claims and workers' compensation law, Siesky Law Firm strives to provide excellent legal services while remaining client and community centered. The Evansville-based trio of top attorneys - including Lane Siesky, Daniel Gearhart and Douglas Briody - boasts years of invaluable experience inside and outside the courtroom. Highly-respected with an impeccable track record, the firm's aggressive representation of its clients continues to benefit the community in myriad ways.

Q: I was injured at work due to - in my view - the negligence of my employer. In general,

how difficult is it to prove negligence in a personal injury case and/or what are the main factors that play into proving a negligence case?

A: In Indiana, when you are injured on the job the only claim you normally (there are some exceptions) have against your

employer or coworker for injuries is known as a “workers' compensation” claim. To bring a workers' compensation claim, you actually do not need to prove anyone is negligent. Rather, you just have to show the injury was: accidental; arose out of the employment relationship; and occurred in the course of employment.

This standard for a workers' compensation claim differs from the standard for bringing a personal injury claim. A personal injury claim is when you bring a claim for injuries against someone other than your employer or coworker. In a personal injury case you must prove the at-fault person or entity owed you a duty of reasonable care, the person or entity was negligent in breaching that duty and that the breach of duty caused your injury.

Keep in mind that it is possible to have both a workers' compensation claim and a personal injury claim for the same accident and injury. An example of such a situation would be if you were driving a vehicle for your job and you were hit by another

motorist. Here, you were injured by an accident that arose out of, and in the course of, your employment (workers' compensation claim) and the other motorist, who was not your coworker, breached his/her duty of reasonable care and caused your injuries (personal injury claim).

Of course, there are exceptions to these general rules. So, you should seek the advice of an experienced injury lawyer that can help you identify what type of claim(s) you may have, the time deadlines and next steps.

Disclaimer: The above information provided by Siesky Law Firm, PC, is not legal advice and should not be taken as legal advice. Application of the law is highly fact sensitive and readers should consult with an attorney on legal matters.

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