To Fill Your Film Appetite …
Here are trailers and photos from this week’s reviewed films. Read the reviews at … Across the Universe Directed by Julie Taymor \\\\\\\\\\ The Assassination of Jesse James By The Coward Robert Ford Directed by Andrew Dominik \\\\\\\\\\ Things We Lost in the Fire Directed by Susanne Bier \\\\\\\\\\ The Darjeeling Limited Directed by Wes…
MuteMath “Typical”
If you haven’t already seen it, here’s the video for MuteMath’s “Typical”: \\\\\\\\\\ The band recreated it again for an appearance on Jimmy Kimmel Live: \\\\\\\\\\ More on the band, who will be playing at Amos’ on Friday, in this week’s Creative Loafing!
This week’s new releases (10/23)
Here’s a quick list of some of the big names releasing records today: Jermaine Dupri “Y’all Know What This is…The Hits” Bourbon Crow “Highway to Hangovers” (features Charlotte’s Wednesday 13) Coheed and Cambria “No World for Tomorrow” Dave Gahan “Hourglass” Robert Plant and Allison Krauss “Raising Sand” Serj Tankian “Raise the Dead” Neil Young “Chrome…
Be on the lookout…
There’s a handful of posts swarming around MySpace in regards to some stolen band equipment. Apparently, a van was broken into in NoDa over the weekend in front of Salvador Deli. Among the items taken were a Fender Ultimate Chorus Amplifier, Ibanez Artstar Guitar with Orange Sunburst, Hohner Natural Finish Bass Guitar, Black Gibson Epiphone…
R.I.P. Joey Bishop
The last surviving member of the Rat Pack has died. Joey Bishop, 89, passed away on Wednesday night. Peter Lawford died in 1984, Sammy Davis Jr. in 1990, Dean Martin in 1995 and Frank Sinatra in 1998. \\\\\\\\\\
The Horror!
Just in time for Halloween, the Rotten Tomatoes Web site has released its list of the Top 50 Horror Movies. RT has gotten in the habit of releasing lists every few months on a variety of subjects (50 Worst of 2006, 53 Top Sports Movies, etc.), but since the compilations are based on the reviews…
Candidate Forums
In case you’re dying to ask questions of Pat McCrory, Beverly Earle or any other candidates — or form judgments if they don’t show — Homeless Helping Homeless is hosting a forum for mayoral and at-large city council candidates Wednesday. It’s scheduled for 6 p.m. at St. Peters Episcopal Church, 115 W. 7th Street. Also,…
Transit Tax Confusion
— Cartoon by Jim Hunt
Jesus is in My Five!
by Rudy Giuliani So everyone keeps harping on my decision to answer a call from my wife while I was addressing the N.R.A. Big deal. Some calls you just don’t miss. Know who else I always have time for? My BFF Jesus. Seriously. I always have time for J.Chri’s calls. I know certain people have…
The Stag
Name of Kama Sutra Position: The Stag The basic maneuver of the Kama Sutra positions known as “stag,” involve rear entry. In this particular version, the man penetrates his partner from the rear. The catch is that he must lift her off the ground and then proceeds to lift her up and down upon his…
Novello Literary Award Winners
Courtesy a news release, here’s info on the Novello Literary Awards that were announced Tuesday at Carolina Writers Night: Kate Betterton of Chapel Hill won the 2008 Novello Literary Award. Her manuscript, Where the Lake Becomes the River, was chosen from 84 submissions. She’ll receive a $1,000 advance and Novello Festival Press will publish her…
This Week’s Filmtastic Photos
Here are some more photos from the films that were reviewed in this week’s issue. To read the reviews, visit the film section. Gone Baby Gone Directed by Ben Affleck Into the Wild Directed by Sean Penn Great World of Sound Directed by Craig Zobel We Own the Night Directed by James Gray Rendition Directed…
Nice Name …
I thought the worst name for a product had to be Anusol — which looks like Anus Oil. But then again, it is used to treat hemorrhoids. But, have you seen the commercial for the new acid reflux medication? It’s called “Aciphex.” It might not look like much, until you hear that it’s pronounced “as-i-fecks”…
Terror On TCM
As always, Turner Classic Movies is leading up to Halloween by peppering its schedule with classic horror flicks. The month has already seen such gems as Cat People and Curse of the Demon, but there are more titles on the way. Among the highlights: Dementia 13 (1963), marking the directorial debut of none other than…
Marrying The Hatchet
Advice Goddess
Regional Acts Set to Melt the Q.C.
La Vida Local
Songs About Girls
The Deal: Black Eyed Pea releases solo album. The Good: Will.i.am teams up with Snoop Dogg for “The Donque Song” – though the song is mediocre, at best. “One More Chance” has a tropical groove to it and may be the lone bright spot on the album. “S.O.S.” aims to find the carryover from “Where…
Karma Cleanser
Dear Karma Cleanser: Today, I got a wild hair and went up to the corner store. I purchased some beer and cigarettes and a few other miscellaneous items. I handed the clerk a $100 bill and she gave me back $96 in change. In other words, her drawer is going to be about $18 short.…
Reggae Got Soul
“I think the word come from out of the air,” says Toots Hibbert, credited with giving reggae music its name. “I just pick up my guitar and the words just come out, ‘Do the reggay.'” Nobody knew what to call the sounds replacing ska, becoming Jamaica’s favorite music in the ’60s. “People used to call…
Coyote Joe’s
The Deal: While the race for the checkered flag is at Lowe’s Motor Speedway, 96.9 Kat Country hosted the Racing for St. Jude benefit at Coyote Joe’s. Travis Tritt, Bucky Covington, Jake Owen, Keith Anderson, Mark Wills and Jennifer Hanson were on hand to sing for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The Good: In addition…
Letters to the Editor
Selling Viciousness Tara Servatius makes her living selling vicious essays about subjects she knows little about, and from time to time, she deposits a nasty piece of work on her blog or in Creative Loafing with the same, prejudicial attitude. Public art is her topic de jour (Citizen Servatius: “Running Circles,” Oct. 3). Anti-government philistines…
Music Menu
THURSDAY, OCT. 18 Mushroomhead Formed in 1993, Cleveland’s masked noise mongers mash barking vocals, guitars, bass and percussion with slices of industrial mayhem. It usually works in their favor as the gents have become veterans of their chosen theatrics. No new recording seems to be in the pipeline since last year’s Savior Sorrow, but there’s…
A Stab at Love
It’s a tale as old as time: boy meets girl, they fall in love, hitch despite their families’ hate for each other, boy and girl die in the name of love. Now, doesn’t that sound just like a Hallmark card? Jokes aside, if you got through ninth grade English (wait, that’s aiming a little high)…
A Crazy Mother
Moodswing
Brother and Sister Fight for Life
Breaking the Sound Barrier
Good Eatin’
Chef and king of Low Country Cuisine, Marvin Woods will be in town for the grand opening of his newest restaurant venture. Woods On South opens charitably tonight with an open bar and Wood’s own “Carolina Cuisine,” sure to feature a few of those drool-inspiring recipes that make his Turner South cooking show, Home Plate,…
Winners?
The N Word
Amos’ Owner Buys S.C. Venue
QC Inferno
Don’t Invite Buffy
Admit it ladies (and select gentlemen): the thought of Brad Pitt and Antonio Banderas as vampires is enough to make your knees weak. (Even Xenu’s favorite follower Mr. Katie Holmes looks good in fangs!) Time to make all your Anne Rice-inspired fantasies come true with Bite Club, Single Cell Productions’ vampire themed party. Bring your…
Lotus Fights Breast Cancer
Profile
The Blotter
WHAT DO I LOOK LIKE, AN ATM?: A 31-year-old woman said said her co-worker scratched her left arm and her right ear at work. The two got into the squabble after an argument over money. (Note: This is exactly why I don’t let co-workers borrow money for lunch. I loan them the $5.95 so they…
Back Through Time
Back for its fourteenth anniversary, is the Carolinas’ favorite salute to olden times and the way things used to be done. The hard way. But, that’s enough about your childhood. This is the Carolina Renaissance Festival. In keeping with the spirit of its 16th century European origins, our noble event features a medieval amusement park,…
Running Scared
Citizen Servatius
The List
“The King of R&B” is back in the news. Bobby Brown is denying reports that he suffered a mild heart attack last Tuesday. He, instead, insists his trip to the hospital was simply a routine check-up before his tour beginning in Atlanta on Nov. 16. It’s good to see Brown back in the news after…
Laugh It Off
The Queen City has certainly had its share of comic relief lately. What with this whole light rail debacle and a whole laundry list of other issues. However, one thing we are good at is laughing at ourselves. LOL. But, seriously, it does help when there’s a comedian onstage to help you through the process.…
Stargazer
Libra The Scales (Sept. 22 — Oct. 22): You are given a pivotal role as mediator for the positive human spirit at this time. Read the lead paragraph. You have an innate understanding of its meaning. When someone nearby seems not to know, offer yourself as temporary guide. Give quietly and then continue your own path. For All Signs: The cosmic…
A Weekend of Art
Squat and Point Artist Michael Blackwell points out detail in one of his mixed media pieces at Urban Ministry’s Art Works 945 last Saturday. Falling For You Jim Stouffer took second place in the Masters category of the Skate & Destroy Bowl Jam on Oct. 13. The charity event was to benefit Tyler’s Treehouse,…
Scare Yourself Silly
Remember being a kid and afraid of all the things that go bump in the night? Well, get over it already! Just kidding. Prepare for something truly scary. Scarowinds’ Halloween Haunt is back for its fourth year of terrifying mazes, ghouls, and runaway rides. By the light of the full moon, you can get an…
Remember me?
Abu Musab al-Zarqawi — Jordanian terrorist and Sunni Muslim. After the U.S.-led invasion, founded al-Qaeda in Iraq. Credited with catalyzing Iraq’s current civil war with his relentless attacks on Shiite Muslims. So vicious, bin Laden actually asked him to not kill so much. Died from an American bomb last summer. Maher Arer — Canadian software…
Vietnam
Performing Arts 44Arts Agenda 4848
All Aboard
Jamaica me one to groove, mon. Come out and hear the island riddims of Toots & the Maytals, legends in the world of Jamaican music. With a career that has spanned two decades from ska through rock-steady to reggae. Toots and his crew have endured to become standard-bearers of excellence. 8 p.m. $21-$26. Neighborhood Theatre,…
Notable news events since 2001
2001 • Sept. 11 – Al-Qaeda terrorists kill 3,000 Americans with hijacked airliners. • Sept. 20 – President Bush announces War on Terror™ to nation. • Oct. 7 – Operation Enduring Freedom begins in Afghanistan. • Oct. 23 – Apple releases the iPod, a portable digital music player that will hold thousands of songs. •…
Bush Hurts National Security
Boomer with Attitude
Breathing Room
Brand Spankin’ New
Film Clips
Current Releases THE GAME PLAN After his film career began floundering, action star Vin Diesel turned to the family audience with The Pacifier and ended up with a $113 million hit. Along the same lines, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson now throws himself on the mercy of the small fry and their easy-to-please parental units with…
The War on Terror™, so far
How has a cave-dwelling trust-fund baby with a video camera and a chip on his shoulder managed to outfight the most powerful nation in the history of Earth? September 2007 marked the sixth anniversary of the War on Terror™. Six years is a mighty long time. That’s longer than it took the Union to subdue…
View From the Couch
BLACK BOOK (2006). Director Paul Verhoeven’s first Dutch film in over 20 years is slam-bang entertainment that’s almost delirious in its attempt to emulate some of the ambitious WWII epics from the past. Verhoeven, whose notable career (The Fourth Man, RoboCop) was single-handedly derailed by Showgirls, infuses Black Book with plenty of verve and passion,…
Behind The Camera
Film Clips 36View From The Couch 38
Booze News
Corkscrew
Easy as Pi
Kitchen Witch 62Corkscrew 64Good Eats 6562
Coming Attractions
FRIDAY, OCT. 26 Presenting the ultimate one-stop shopping experience. Charlotte Shops is a three-day shopping festival and fundraiser sponsored by the Junior League of Charlotte. A host of vendors and sponsors will be hawking their wares, so be prepared to get all of your holiday shopping out of the way. Be advised that this event…
Bargain Roasting
Kitchen Witch
Get it Together
There’s a bit of a reunion bug going around these days — The Police, Van Halen, Spice Girls, Genesis and Rage Against the Machine to name a few. You can add Squirrel Nut Zippers to the list, as well. The ’90s alt-swingers last toured in 2001, but have reunited for a handful of shows this…
Comic Proportions
Marvel Zombies 2 No. 1 Published by Marvel Comics. Plot and script by Robert Kirkman. Pencils by Sean Phillips. Inks by June Chung. The Deal: In an alternate universe, most of the Marvel heroes you know and love have been transformed into flesh-eating Zombies. Yeah … that’s about it. This series picks up where the…
Is It a Bar or Restaurant?
QC After Dark
Alley Cat
The Deal: More than a dozen Charlotte-area musicians pay tribute to our local Fab Four, The Spongetones, by recognizing the 25th anniversary of their first release. The Good: A great mix of newer bands (Big Bus Dream, The Sammies, Mego Dirge, James Deem), seasoned performers (Don Dixon, Leisure McCorkle, Deanna Lynn, Crisis) and folks we…
Plagiarism 101
Performing Arts
Bringing Their Sound to the Masses
Betta Listen
Going Way Out With Heavy Trash
The Deal: Former Blues Explosion boy and Speedball Baby team up for rockabilly nostalgia. The Good: As leader of the Jon Spencer Blues Explosion, Spencer was more about noise than music. His collaboration with Matt Verta-Ray is pure rockabilly – much more melodic and interesting than the noise and blather of the Explosion. This second…
