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Manifest Destiny 2.0: A Woman’s Guide To Annexing The Music Industry

Christine Collins

History is a game of power, and if recent events have taught us anything, it’s that those who yell the loudest, post the most, and rewrite the rules tend to win. The American expansionist fever dream of Manifest Destiny may have been about seizing land, but today, let’s channel that same unapologetic energy into something far more righteous: female domination of the music industry. If men have been staking their claim with nepotism, auto-tune, and the occasional sex scandal, why shouldn’t women bulldoze their way to the top with talent, strategy, and an iron will? History shows that power doesn’t shift because someone politely asked for a seat at the table—it shifts when someone kicks down the door, builds a bigger table, and writes the guest list themselves. The future of music belongs to those who take it, reshape it, and refuse to apologize for it. If men can rewrite the rules to suit their ambitions, so can we. It’s time to embrace a mindset that doesn’t just seek success but demands it, unapologetically and relentlessly.

Step 1: Plant Your Flag (Because No One’s Handing You the Deed)

Back in the 1800s, Manifest Destiny meant rolling up and saying, “This is mine now.” That’s exactly the energy you need when entering the music industry. The industry isn’t waiting for your brilliance—it’s a rigged game, and you’re the house’s worst nightmare. You’re not waiting for a major label executive to “discover” you; you’re shoving your way onto their radar like a lobbyist at a Supreme Court justice’s dinner party. Claim your sonic territory, build your brand, and make sure

everyone knows you’re here.

Step 2: Expand Like a Tech Billionaire Avoiding Taxes

If Manifest Destiny was about relentless expansion, then your digital presence should be nothing less than imperial. Social media isn’t just a tool; it’s your propaganda machine. TikTok? Your battleground. Instagram? Your glossy magazine cover. Twitter— excuse me, X—is where you sharpen your wit and make industry dinosaurs uncomfortable. Control your narrative, own your audience, and don’t let a single algorithm dictate your fate.

Step 3: Form Alliances

(And Know When to Break Them)

The westward expansion of the U.S. was fueled by backroom deals, strategic alliances, and the occasional betrayal—sound familiar? The music industry thrives on the same Machiavellian moves. Make allies, but know that loyalty is conditional. Work with producers, network aggressively, and build a coalition of like-minded artists. And when the time comes? Negotiate your deals like a defense contractor with a government monopoly. You’re not here to play nice—you’re here to win.

Step 4: Burn the Old Maps, Draw Your Own

Manifest Destiny justified a lot of awful things, but here’s where we rewrite the playbook. The current industry model wasn’t built for you, so why play by its rules? Demand fair contracts, push for equitable treatment, and don’t let a boardroom full of outof-touch executives dictate what sells. If the old system won’t accommodate

you, dismantle it like a politician gutting environmental protections—but for good.

Step 5: Leave a Legacy (Not Just a Viral Moment)

The pioneers of Manifest Destiny left behind a mess, but you? You’re here to build an empire that lasts. Forget fleeting viral fame—craft a movement. Make your name synonymous with power, persistence, and artistic excellence. Shift the culture, create opportunities for other women, and ensure that when future generations talk about industry legends, yours is the name etched in gold.

On that final note; destiny isn’t given—it’s taken. History rewards the bold. The men at the top didn’t get there by waiting their turn, and neither should you. In an industry where women still fight for the credit, the paycheck, and the mic, consider this your battle cry. Your success isn’t a question of if—it’s a matter of how loudly you claim it. So go forth. Conquer. And make sure they never forget who annexed the industry next. Because if there’s one thing history teaches us, it’s that the future belongs to those who refuse to be ignored. The music industry has had centuries of the same old power players—it’s time for a hostile takeover. And this time, it’s not manifest destiny. It’s manifest justice.

Manifest Justice: The Power Playlist (Find this list on Spotify or by scanning the QR code below!)

Halsey “Gasoline” Billie Eilish “You Should See Me in A Crown” Bryce Fox “Horns”

Barns Courtney “Glitter & Gold” Mad Tsai “Killer Queen”

Lana Del Rey “Season Of The Witch” Haven Madison “Kiss The Ground” ASTON “Mama Didn’t Raise No” The Offspring “You’re Gonna Go Far, Kid” YONAKA “Seize The Power” Sleep Token “Alkaline” PVRIS “Burn It All Down” Atreyu “Bleeding is A Luxury” & More

Author Lecture Series Continues With Leif Enger’s

I Cheerfully Refuse, Streaming At Cape Vincent Library

Best-selling author Leif Enger will discuss his latest novel in the next installment of a national author lecture series streaming at the Cape Vincent Community Library on Tuesday April 8 and Saturday April 12 (rescheduled from December) at 1:00 pm both days. The series is offered through a partnership of the library, the Cape Vincent Arts Council, and Pittsburgh Arts & Lectures.

The event is free to the public and takes place at the library, 157 N. Real Street, from 1:00-2:00 pm followed by a discussion. Whether or not they’ve read the book, the public is invited to attend for an insightful and thought-provoking presentation. To register in advance or request an individual screening, call the library at 315-654-2132. Called “the sweetest apocalyptic novel yet” (Washington Post), I Cheerfully Refuse is a career defining tour-de-force from the New

York Times bestselling author of Peace Like a River. A rollicking narrative in the most evocative of settings, the novel is a symphony against despair and a rallying cry for the future.

Set in a not-too-distant America, I Cheerfully Refuse is the tale of a bereaved and pursued musician named Rainy embarking under sail on a sentient Lake Superior in search of his departed, deeply beloved, bookselling wife. Encountering lunatic storms and rising corpses from the warming depths, Rainy finds on land an increasingly desperate and illiterate people, a malignant billionaire ruling class, crumbled infrastructure, and a lawless society. Amidst the Gulliver-like challenges, he is lifted by physical beauty, surprising humor, generous strangers, and an unexpected companion.

The series will continue with these authors and books: R.F. Kuang – Yellowface (April 29 & May 3, 1:00 pm)

Elizabeth Kolbert/Terry Tempest Williams – H Is For Hope (May 13 & 17, 1:00 pm)

The Cape Vincent Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization consisting entirely of volunteers. It is dedicated to providing opportunities for the public to enjoy and

participate in cultural activities in and around Cape Vincent. Among the events it sponsors are the Concerts on the Green series, the Stroll on Broadway, the Riv -

erside Music & Arts Festival, the Thousand Islands International Piano Competition, summer art classes, and a variety of literary and visual arts programs.

Christine Collins

Community Performance Series Hosts

A Cappella Sensation, Voctave, On April 5

Community Performance Series to Present Concert by Award-Winning Voctave Ensemble at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music

POTSDAM, NY (03/18/2025) The Community Performance Series will present the a cappella sensation Voctave in concert on Saturday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m., in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music.

The 11-member singing group will perform pop hits and Broadway classics, as part of the 43rd annual McElheran Visiting Artists performance.

Voctave is an 11-member a cappella group from the Central Florida area. Formed in the winter of 2015 by producer and arranger Jamey Ray, the voices that bring their artistic arrangements to life represent a wealth of diverse backgrounds and musical experiences. Voctave members have roots in musical theater, contemporary Christian music, barbershop, pop and choral music. Members of Voctave have performed all over the world, and can be heard on countless recordings. The group has performed with Grammy, Dove and American Music Award winners. With multiple No. 1 songs and albums on iTunes, Amazon and Spotify, Voctave has also ranked in the Top 25 on Billboard Magazine’s charts. Voctave has received more than 150 million views on their videos. Voctave’s albums are digitally available on all platforms.

Ticket discounts of $5 are available for advance ticket sales to the event, along with regular discounts for youth, students, military, faculty members and senior citizens for all CPS events.

To purchase tickets, visit www.

cpspotsdam.org or contact the Community Performance Series Box Office, located in the Performing Arts Center lobby, by calling (315) 2672277 or visiting in person, Tuesday through Friday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets are also available at the door one hour prior to showtime, pending availability.

About Community Performance Series:

The Community Performance Series is a college-community partnership presenting distinctive and renowned performing artists and arts education opportunities in Northern New York. This rich mixture of programming links communities, classrooms and audiences of all ages and preserves access to the performing arts for future generations. For more information, visit www.cpspotsdam. org.

About SUNY Potsdam:

Founded in 1816, The State University of New York at Potsdam is one of America’s first 50 colleges -- and the oldest institution within SUNY. Now in its third century, SUNY Potsdam is distinguished by a legacy of pioneering programs and educational excellence. The College currently enrolls approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students. Home to the world-renowned Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam is known for its challenging liberal arts and sciences core, distinction in teacher training and culture of creativity. To learn more, visit www.potsdam.edu.

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Voctave will perform at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music, as part of the 35th Community Performance Series guest artist season. The concert will be held on Saturday, April 5 at 7:30 p.m., in the Helen M. Hosmer Concert Hall. For tickets, visit cpspotsdam.org.

Voctave is an 11-member a cappella group from the Central Florida area, with multiple No. 1 songs and albums on iTunes, Amazon and Spotify. The group will perform as part of the Community Performance Series at SUNY Potsdam’s Crane School of Music on April 5.

ARIES (March 21 to April 19) With change dominant this week, don’t be surprised to find new emerging facts that could put a slant on a situation and offer you another choice. Think it through before you decide.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) There could be some lingering problems from a previous matter that involved a decision you felt you had to make. Resolve the situation with your strong Taurean no-nonsense approach.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) The Gemini’s carefully made plans could be undone by someone’s unexpected decision. Getting the full story behind a surprise move can help you decide how to deal with the matter.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Recently uncovered information might put a new light on a situation you thought had been resolved. Keep an open mind about possible changes that you might have to consider.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) With a potential revision of an old agreement, you can’t beat the Big Cat for knowing how to sharpen a “clause” to the best advantage. Meanwhile, someone close could have the news you’ve been waiting for.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) Certain issues in the workplace could put you in the middle of a dispute you’d rather not deal with. Express your honest feelings before the pressure to take sides builds up.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) You might feel uneasy disagreeing with someone you’ve been close to. But your relationship should be able to withstand and even thrive when you confront your true feelings.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A romantic situation seems to be creating more confusion than you can handle. If so, own up to your feelings. The sooner you do, the better your chances are for working things out.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) With change directing the Archer’s aim, consider a second look at your plans and see where they might benefit from a revision. In other news, a workplace matter is close to a resolution.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) New contacts help you learn some important information about upcoming developments. The week calls for the Sea Goat to be more flexible than usual in a number of matters.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) With both change and uncertainty in your aspect, you might feel less confident in a previous decision. This is OK. Check it out and see where it could be modified, if necessary.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Old relationships that seemed to be sinking are buoyant again, and new relationships are benefiting from Cupid’s loving care. This could be a good time to make a major move!

BORN THIS WEEK: You prefer making your own path, but you’ll go out of your way to help someone in need. You define what it means to be a true trailblazer.

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Poetry

Lonely Blues Cafe

By Michael Scruffy Scriminger

Bar stools are talking and drinks are pouring.

The beer is warm the room is hopping. The band is jamin and the sax is talking At the lonely blues cafe...

The neon lights are bright

The music is subdued with an old juke box of forgotten songs

Nicotine lingers in the air from days of smokers gone by

They were members of the lonely blues cafe...

It’s the lonely hearts that feed the place with many customers that have their life to waste. Their faces have no name and speak with no words They are members of the lonely blues cafe...

The lonely blues cafe has no address, it’s in every town from east to west. As you mold in the corner and days go by you are now a member of the lonely blues cafe

So when you have the blues and time on your side stay away from the lonely blues cafe

SUDOKU

Palladium Entertainment Presents Brit Floyd Wish You Were Here 50th Anniversary Tour

SYRACUSE, NY – Brit Floyd returns to The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater on Monday, May 5, 2025, at 8pm with their biggest and more spectacular production to date, celebrating the 50th anniversary of Pink Floyd’s classic album ‘Wish You Were Here’, complete with a stunning laser and light show, iconic circular screen, inflatables and theatrics. Tickets range from $59.50 to $39.50 and can be purchased in person the Solvay Bank Box Office at The Oncenter (760 S. State Street | Syracuse, NY 13202) or online via Ticktmaster.com. Tickets go on sale Friday, October 18, 2024, at 10 AM.

Released in 1975 and featuring four of the band’s most beloved lobe songs, ‘Shine On You Crazy Diamond’, ‘Welcome to the Machine’, ‘Have a Cigar’ and the title track, ‘Wish You Were Here’ is widely regarded as one of the greatest albums of all time. The 2 and a half hour plus show will also feature classic tracks from Pink Floyd’s magnificent catalogue of albums, including the Dark Side of the Moon, The Wall, Animals, The Division Bell, Meddle and much more.

Taking to the stage to perform note for note renditions of all these classic Pink Floyd tracks is the band of musicians that audiences have become to love and respect worldwide over the years, featuring long time guitarist/lead vocalist and musical director Damian Darlington and bassist/lead vocalist Ian Cattell as well as the other

The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater

Syracuse, NY

Monday, May 5, 2025 @ 8 PM *Tickets On-Sale Now*

expert musicians that have joined the ranks of Brit Floyd over the course of the last decade.

Having performed over 1,000 shows since its launch in Liverpool, England in January 2011, Brit Floyd have circled the world, sold out tours across Europe, North America, South America, Asia and the Middle East, and performed concerts at some of the world’s greatest venues, including London’s prestigious Royal Albert Hall; the awe inspiring Red Rocks Amphitheatre in Denver, Colorado; the historic Greek Theatre in Los Angeles, and ‘The Showplace of the Nation’, NYC’s Radio City Music Hall in Manhattan.

The Brit Floyd show has become a phenomenon, widely regarded as the world’s greatest rock tribute experience!

Brit Floyd – The World’s Greatest Pink Floyd Experience Facebook: @britfloydoffical

Instagram: @britfloydband Twitter: @britfloydband YouTube: @britfloydofficial

PALLADIUM ENTERTAINMENT GROUP

Tickets are available in person at the Solvay Bank Box Office at The Oncenter (760 S. State Street | Syracuse, NY 13202) or online via Ticketmaster. com. The Oncenter Crouse Hinds Theater is located at 411 Montgomery Street in Syracuse, NY. More info at: www.oncenter.org

About The Oncenter: The Oncenter, an ASM Global managed facility, is a multi-venue exhibition, convention and entertainment facility in Syracuse, N.Y. It is centrally located in the Northeast to attract both regional and national events that contribute to the economic and cultural development of Onondaga County. The Oncenter Convention Center at is a 99,000-square-foot structure ideal for major conventions, meetings, banquets, consumer shows, trade shows, car shows, exhibitions and corporate awards dinners. The space includes exhibition halls, a ballroom and breakout meeting rooms. Next door, The Oncenter War Memorial Arena has the versatility to accommodate numerous large-scale events, including ice shows, family shows, car shows, concerts, sports events and conventions. The Oncenter Civic Center Theaters

is home to three beautiful, distinct theaters that host a diverse variety of events, from stage productions to business meetings. For more information, visit www.oncenter.org.

About ASM Global: Award-winning ASM Global is the world’s No. 1 development and full-service venue company focused on client-first approaches for driving significant financial success. The company’s elite network spans five continents featuring a portfolio of more than 400 of the world’s most prestigious arenas, stadiums, convention/exhibition centers and performing arts venues.

ASM Global translates its unique visionary ownership experience into innovative project development, planning and execution; content programming; curated guest-immersive experiences; locally tailored solutions; and optimized revenue streams for our client’s properties and surrounding communities. Focused on value creation and economic growth, ASM Global realizes venue business potential to elevate the profitability and profile of our clients and partners. We cultivate strong, inclusive relationships with the communities we work and live in while championing the welfare and development of our employees and small-business partners, resulting in a more cohesive, resilient and vibrant community.

ASM Global’s expertise and commitment extends across existing venue management, new venue development, and transformative renovation projects across the most exciting properties in the industry, including Kai Tak Sports Park (Hong Kong), Caesars Superdome (New Orleans, Louisiana), The Moscone Center (San Francisco, California), AO Arena (Manchester, U.K.), The Greek Theatre (Los Angeles, California), Desert Diamond Arena (Glendale, Arizona) and Fishers Event Center (Fishers, Indiana).

Dirty Honey – Mayhem & Revelry

---Bill Baker

It was six years ago, almost to the day that I traveled from Watertown to Syracuse, NY to cover an event at the renowned music venue, the Lost Horizon. My assignment was to cover the band Red Sun Rising. I parked my car, gathered my gear, displayed my laminate photo pass, and walked to the entrance, making my way pass security. Little did I know that the opening band would eventually be one of the most talented and exciting bands to emerge in the last decade. Dirty Honey would become one of the new leaders for the next wave of talent in the hard rock genre. The foursome from Los Angeles, Marc LaBelle on lead vocals, guitarist John Notto and the rhythm section of Justin Smolian on bass and drummer Corey Coverstone owned the stage that night. The energy was uncontainable with a full throttle delivery that most young bands do not possess. It was obvious all the members of the band had been schooled on the rock n roll tradition of giving it your all. Dirty Honey went on to make history by being the only unsigned band to reached Number 1 on the Billboard Charts with their debut single “When I’m Gone” which was taken from their 2019 self-titled EP. In 2020 the band was nominated for the Best New Rock / Alternative Artist for the iHeart Radio Music Awards. Dirty Honey continued their success in 2021 with their first full length album. Their third release Can’t Find The Brakes entered the charts in 2023. Along the way the band opened for Guns n Roses, The Black Crowes, Kiss and The Who.

Dirty Honey seems to like defying the norms by unveiling their latest release as a live album. Which is

pretty much unheard of considering the status of such a young band’s musical catalogue. Mayhem & Revelry, released on their own Dirt Records label, proves they have the stage presence, musical talent, song writing

ability and prowess to achieve what only a few have done in the past. The double album ,16 song venture was released in late February of 2025 and has created a buzz. The music industry and critics alike are comparing it

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to great live releases of the past such as Led Zeppelin’s How the West Was Won, Cheap Trick’s Live in Budokan and Thin Lizzy’s Alive and Dangerous. Mayhem & Revelry features all original material recorded during their 2023 – 2024 tour of the United States and Europe. Sonically it is remarkably cohesive considering all the different venues creating a perfect wall of sound. The mix drops you right into the middle of the room capturing the dept of the band’s arrangements. All four band mates are perfectly balanced. The re-

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cording documents the band’s musical dynamics and their ability to deliver the goods on stage. The selections cover the band’s seven-year career, captur-

ing the essence of what is a Dirty Honey show. There are no fillers or overdubs, creating a true live concert experience. You can feel the swagger.

Right from the first chord you know you’re going to experience a full throttle statement of intent with the signature Dirty Honey Groove. The high tenor, powerful soaring vocals of Marc LaBelle couldn’t be stronger or better. In my opinion, he is one of the best vocalists of the modern era. Six stringer John Notto, with his lowslung Gibson, is in top form with ripping guitar solos and slow churning riffs. The funked-up rhythm section of Justin Smolian and new member Jaydon Bean (2023) are textbook in the pocket, locked together always jamming a groove. Most of the tracks are filled with unbridled energy. Take a listen to some of my favorites, the seven minute “Scars”, “Can’t Find the Brakes” and “When I’m Gone”. However, the band can change tempo dis-

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playing just how talented they are, no matter what the cadence. The ballads” Coming Home”, “Roam”, “Another Last Time” and “You Make It Right” are a testament to another strong point of the many talents of Dirty Honey. Alive concert recording is an experience where it should make you feel the heat of the stage lights, the pulse of the crowd and the sheer unbridled energy and chemistry of the band taking to the limit and beyond. Dirty Honey’s Mayhem & Revelry is all that and more.

As always, if you like what I like, you should take a test drive with the latest from Dirty Honey - Mayhem & Revelry, available on CD, Album, Download or your favorite Streaming Device. Check out several videos available on You Tube.

The Great New York State Fair Announces The

Addition Of O.A.R.To Chevrolet Music Festival

Celebrated American rock band O.A.R. will hit The Great New York State Fair, playing Suburban Park on Saturday, August 23 at 8:00 p.m.

O.A.R., short for Of a Revolution, released its debut album in 1997 and has spent the last three decades perfecting a distinctive sound that has sold out Madison Square Garden, Red Rocks Amphitheater, and lit up Times Square’s New Year’s Eve Celebration.

“O.A.R. is a huge part of the soundtrack of an entire generation,” said Julie LaFave, Fair Director. “Part of what makes The Fair so great is the variety and we prioritized bringing in some bigtime bands that haven’t performed here before.

O.A.R. has sold out some of the biggest arenas in the world and is known for producing incredible live performances. This is one where fairgoers will be saying ‘remember when’ for a long time to come.”

Following several successes from its first four albums, O.A.R. released its fifth studio album that debuted at No. 40 on the Billboard Top 200 chart while the popular single “Love and Memories” was the group’s first song to receive significant radio airplay. From there, the band continued to produce hits, including the platinum-certified single “Shattered (Turn the Car Around),” which peaked at No. 2 on the Adult Top 40 and was named by VH1 as one of its Top 40 Videos of 2008.

From there, O.A.R. released back-to-back albums to be included in the Billboard Top 200 chart, including “King,” which debuted at No. 12 and “The Rockville LP,” which reached No. 13 on the Billboard Top 200 and vaulted to the top overall spot on the Billboard’s Independent Album Chart.

The band recently released its 10th studio album. O.A.R. continues to sell out live shows across the country and has also released six live albums from various shows.

The Fair starts Wednesday, August 20, and runs through Labor Day, Monday, September 1. All concerts are included in the price of admission, which will go on sale later this summer. The Great New York State Fair is the most affordable state fair in the country. Tickets are $8 for adults while admission is free for children under 12 and senior citizens aged 65 and older.

In total, The Fair’s 2025 Chevrolet Music Series will feature 41 national recording acts. There will be a daily 1 p.m. and 6 p.m. concert at Chevy Court (located near Gate 1), and an 8 p.m. concert each evening at Suburban Park (located on the western end of the Fairgrounds, beyond the Midway). The Fair will also host two special shows at 9 p.m. on Friday, August 22 and 29 at Chevy Court.

All concerts announced thus far are provided in the chart below. Fair staff will continue to update schedules on The Fair’s website at pages dedicated to Chevy Court and Suburban Park.

Chevy Court:

• Thursday, August 21 at 6:00 p.m.

• Cheap Trick

• Saturday, August 23 at 1:00 p.m. • Kidz Bop

• Tuesday, August 26 at 1:00 p.m. • Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone

• Tuesday, August 26 at 6:00 p.m. • Sister Hazel

• Thursday, August 28 at 6:00 p.m. • Maddie & Tae

Suburban Park:

• Saturday, August 23 at 8:00 p.m.

• O.A.R.

• Sunday, August 24 at 8:00 p.m. • Busta Rhymes

Founded in 1841, The Great New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides top-quality entertainment, and is a key piece of the state’s CNY Rising strategy of growing the Central New York economy through tourism. It is the oldest fair in the United States and is consistently recognized as being among the top five state fairs in the nation.

The New York State Fairgrounds is a 375-acre exhibit and entertainment complex that operates all year. Audiences are encouraged to learn more about The Great New York State Fair online, browse photos on Flickr, and follow the fun on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram.

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Maddie & Tae Added To Chevrolet Music Series At The Great New York State Fair

The Great New York State Fair is thrilled to announce the addition of Maddie & Tae to the Chevrolet Music Festival as the award-winning duo will perform their biggest hits at Chevy Court on Thursday, August 28 at 6:00 p.m.

Described by Rolling Stone as “having some of the tightest harmonies on Music Row,” Maddie & Tae first hit the airwaves in 2014 with their platinum-selling hit “Girl in a Country Song.” The single peaked at No. 1 on the Billboard Country Airplay chart and established them as only the third female duo in 70 years to top the Country Airplay chart.

Following a string of singles, including “Fly,” which was certified gold and cracked the top 10 on Billboard’s Country chart, Maddie & Tae released their second studio album, “The Way it Feels.” The 15-song album featured hit tracks “Friends Don’t” and “Die From a Broken Heart,” which was certified platinum three times and skyrocketed to the top of the Country Airplay chart, making Maddie & Tae the first and only female twosome with multiple No. 1 hits.

“Maddie & Tae have been a huge part of the country music scene for years and have worked with some of the biggest names in music along the way,” said Fair Director Julie LaFave. “With hits like “Girl in a Country Song” and “Die From a Broken Heart,” I have no doubt that fairgoers will be singing their hearts out at Chevy Court on August 28.”

Over the last decade, Maddie & Tae have excited audiences throughout the world and have been recognized by the Academy of Country Music, Billboard, Radio Disney Music Awards, and the Country Music Awards with some of the industry’s most prestigious honors. The duo recently toured with some of entertainments biggest stars, including Carrie Underwood, Brad Paisley, and Dierks Bentley.

All concerts announced thus far are provided in the chart below. Fair staff will continue to update schedules on The Fair’s website at pages dedicated to Chevy Court and Suburban Park.

Chevy Court:

• Thursday, August 21 at 6:00 p.m. • Cheap Trick

• Saturday, August 23 at 1:00 p.m. • Kidz Bop

• Tuesday, August 26 at 1:00 p.m. • Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone

• Tuesday, August 26 at 6:00 p.m. • Sister Hazel

• Thursday, August 28 at 6:00 p.m. • Maddie & Tae

Suburban Park:

• Sunday, August 24 at 8:00 p.m. • Busta Rhymes

Founded in 1841, The Great New York State Fair showcases the best of New York agriculture, provides top-quality entertainment, and is a key piece of the

state’s CNY Rising strategy of growing the Central New York economy through tourism. It is the oldest fair in the United States and is consistently recognized as being among the top five state fairs in the nation.

The 27th Annual Juried Show At The Adirondack Artists Guild

The 27th annual juried show at the Adirondack Artists Guild opened on March 14 with a gala reception at its gallery at 52 Main St, Saranac Lake. The juror, Betsy Krebs, chose 77 works by 55 artists from the area to make up the show, which runs through April 19.

The first prize, donated by the Artists Guild, went to Leigh Ann Smith of Saranac Lake for her oil painting, Mountain Lake. Russ Hartung of Morrisonville, won second prize for his photograph, Poko Reflection, donated by the Harris family, and Sylva Gaspar of Lake Placid won third prize for her oil painting, Birthday Tulips, donated and presented by Gear-to-Go Tandems.

A special award in memory of Thomas Glannon, donated by his wife, Claudia Buckholz. went to James Van Hoven’s watercolor painting, Logpile. Glannon visited family in Saranac Lake frequently and always enjoyed stopping in at the

gallery to see the art and talk with the artists. His sister, Pat Wiley, presented the award.

The Artists Guild invites all visitors to the gallery to vote for their favorite work. At the end of the show, the votes will be tallied and the artwork with the most votes will receive the People’s Choice award, donated by a local friend of the arts.

After the show ends, the gallery will be closed for about a week for spring cleaning. On May 2, it will reopen with a reception for the next featured show, Birch Birch Birch.

The Adirondack Artists Guild is a cooperative retail art gallery representing a diverse group of artists residing and working in the Tri-Lakes region of the Adirondack Park. The gallery is located at 52 Main St, Saranac Lake, 518 891-2615. Gallery hours are Tuesday through Saturday from 11 until 5, and 11-3 on Sundays. The Guild is on Facebook, Instagram, and on the web at www. adirondackartistsguild.com.

Honorable mentions went to Nip Rogers, Lynda Mussen, and Vincent Grey.

Juror Betsy Krebs addresses the crowd at the reception at the Artists Guild

Solar Models

Solar eclipses have fascinated observers for thousands of years. The ancient Greek philosopher Aristotle pointed to the round shadows that appear during eclipses as evidence that the Earth is round. European Renaissance figures like Nicolaus Copernicus, Galileo Galilei and Isaac Newton paved the way for more widespread interest in and more advanced devices for learning about the orbits of planets around the sun.

One such device was the orrery, believed to have been invented in the early 1700s. The name comes from the Earl of Orrery, whose commissions helped popularize them. The orrery is a kind of planetarium that models the position and motion of planets relative to the sun. This one was made about 1900 and sold for $630 at Donley Auctions.

The sphere in the center, made of brass, represents the sun. A small globe on a wooden arm represents Earth, with a smaller sphere connected to it by a wire for the moon. Another small sphere closer to the sun stands for Venus or Mercury, one of the planets whose orbit lies between Earth and the sun. The gears and chains that allow the arms to move are visible, and the base is labeled with the seasons and months of the year as well as the names of the 12 zodiac constellations. It makes an effective teaching tool to show how Earth revolves around the sun but remember that it’s not an ac-

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This type of planetarium, called an orrery, models the relative positions and motion of the sun, moon and Earth. With a strategically placed light source, you could use one to demonstrate an eclipse.

curate model of the solar system.

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Q:I have an old bottle of Crown Royal with the seal intact bought at Thule Air Base from 1956 to 1958. Before we crack it open at a celebration, I thought I should make sure we weren’t doing something foolish. Do you have any thoughts on valuation?

A:We have seen unopened Crown Royal bottles from the 1950s sell for about $200 at auctions. If the original box and bag are included, the price will be higher. Vintage Crown Royal bottles tend to sell at house sales and estate auctions. They may also sell at sales of whiskey or liquor bottles held by national auction houses.

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TIP: When stacking dinner plates, put a piece of felt or paper between

each plate. Never put more than 24 in one stack.

* * * CURRENT PRICES

Dental, toothbrush, electric, Bugs Bunny, carrot shape, detachable head, figural stand, battery operated, box, Sears, 1973, 9 1/2 inches, $35.

Thermometer, M.A. Finnell, Renaissance Revival style, walnut case, carved leafy crest, mid-1800s, 57 x 13 inches, $250.

Brass, coffee set, coffeepot, lid, folding handle, sugar, lid, six cups, round tray, silver and copper inlay, dama-

scened, tray 14 inches, coffeepot 6 inches, nine pieces, $375.

World’s Fair, vase, amethyst glass, iridescent finish, art nouveau mount, view of Cascade Gardens, St. Louis, 1904, 4 inches, $740.

Silver-Mexican, wine bucket, urn shape, gadrooned rim, lion’s mask ring handles, lobed lower body, round foot, beaded rim, marked, Sanborns, c. 1960, 9 1/2 x 10 inches, $1,405.

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