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Show C-3 The Park Record Wed/TTiurs/Frl, March 2-4 , 2005 IDuo lays down slammin' roots rock ; Lowery and Hickman i scorch stage at The ;Star Bar Saturday BRIDAL BOUTIQUE Impeccable Wedding Gowns dnd Accessories for the Contemporary Bride Appointment preferred 801-566-1100 By MATT JAMES Of the Record staff Johnny I lick man and David I.owcry's show .it 'Hie Star Bar this past Saturday skirled olTwilh a lol in its favor. The door price of S15 was cheap by any concert's standard, lei alone f'ark ("ilys (The night before, at least one Mam :Slrecl bar was charging SI I* for •admission, wilh no live music), and .lhat money purchased an intiinMe 'show where one could easily meet a 'performer at the <:\\i\ ol the nighl. For anyone familiar with the pair's work in Cracker or Camper van Beethoven, !he show ollered a lol. For the more casual listener, the concert looked to offer at the very least -- a reputable live act and a friendly place to drink some beers. JASON HUNTEP/PARK RECORD Hickman started off the pairs set and warmed up the crowd with a From left to right, David Lowery, lead singer and founder of both Camper van Beethoven and couple songs from his forthcoming Cracker, and Johnny Hickman lead guitarist of Cracker, are shown here on The Star Bar stage. solo album. Those tunes offered .direct narratives and almost-spoken lyrics which sounded similar to a • modern-day Johnny Cash singing • songs about Southern California and the blank and dreadful uniformity spread by C'oslcos aml 1 he ;SWVs which surround them. From there, I.owery joined the •fray and he and IJiekman launched ^inlo a series ol'songs from Camper .iirul Cracker. Seemingly snakc-bit•tcn, both I.owery and Hickman •broke strings in their first few .'songs, forcing Lowery to borrow a ;guitar from the opener and I hckman Mo go electric for mosl ol the show. • But while those events gave the first ;sei an uneven start, they look little •away from the songs. ; First hitting some Camper songs • and then Cracker's "huro I rash .Girl," Lowery delivered his lyrics •wilh compelling emotion, twisting Ithcin out o\' his. body, while I hckman punctuated the songs with iprecise notes and allcnlion-grabJbing improvisations thai seemed to leap from his guitar, adding the melody to I.owcry's sharp-worded bite. Overall, the pair offered sets JASON HUNTER/PARK HFCORD filled with songs inspired enough to Hickman is shown here, acoustic guitar and broken string in hand. The musicians' sets included songs keep Ihe interest not only of casual listeners, but even of those unl'amil- from the catalogs of Cracker, Camper van Beethoven and Hickman's forthcoming solo record. Please see Rock, C-4 M th w ARIES (March 20 - April 19) On Thursday & Friday, you're blessed with a vivid imagination & amazing insight Of course, the challenge is interpreting, which of your ideas is a lovely fantasy & which is actually your sixth sense at work. The weekend is about learning to cooperate. Since you're currently experiencing an empathetic cycle, you will find this easier to do man usual. The downside: You feel like you're being doused with everyone else's emotional issues. Okay, then. Gofindsomeone to relight your fire before you turn to steam, ,- k of M 3 r o Vi 1 not require that you dress in sackcloth. That would really be a challenge for you fashion slaves, wouldn't it? In spite of your current desire to evade the spotlight you are still attracting excitement Both Eclectic Uranus. & Seductive Venus are influencing you - especially in the way you project your sexuality. Whoa. Even a sackcloth couldn't make you look bad.... VIRGO (August 23 - September 22) The emphasis is on partnerships whether business or personal. The key is to connect with someone who listens to your ideas and TAURUS (April 20 - May 20) offers ways to enhance them. You One of your most endearing qual- are not meant to give up your ities is your loyalty to your power, nor your independence. friends. This week you are This should inspire mutually benrewarded for this. Your pals sur- eficial cooperation, nor coprise & delight you with their acts dependent dysfunction. Those of of affection & generosity. In gen- you in a committed relationship eral, the week is lovely for social should allow room for change & gatherings or any sort of group interpersonal growth. Hmm. YOU activity. Also, rf you're not feel flexible enough to adjust to already doing so, you may want the concept, but you're attached to indulge in a new creative to a Taurus? Okay, then. This hobby such as music or photogra- will take a bit longer. phy. You are particularly visionary for the next few weeks. Turn LIBRA (September 23 - October your visions into songs or pic- 22) tures. The world needs a brt of Rambunctious Mars is bouncing light & you're giving off a divine around in your house of domestic glow. issues. Perhaps explaining why you are tearing down walls, GEMINI (May 21 - June 20) painting the bedroom, & adding a Friendly Venus has some tips for skylight to the bathroom. Don't you in regards to networking. overdo it or you'll be tripping Pay attention. For the next few over broken drywall, used paint weeks, you can charm your way trays, & ceiling debris for the next into career opportunities. This month. The good news is may mean that (at the appropri- you're extraordinarily kind to any ate moments) you'll use a bit of being (human or animal) that flattery, act fascinated by other shares your home with you. This people's stories, & engage your goes far to make up for the conbusiness competitors in coopera- struction materials blocking the tive dialogue. Okay. It's not all hallway, but probably not for the about your professional life. ,The skylight leaking into the bathtub. weekend has a romantic flair to i t Feel free to take a break from SCORPIO (October 23 the industry VIP crowd & pay November 21) attention to your very own per- You usually don't indulge in acts sonal VIP. of drama unless no one is around except you & your lover. With CANCER (June 21 - July 21) the planetary pileup in your Even you homebodies need to house of self-expression, you're pack up & go traveling once in a not as compulsive about keeping while. If you can, take a little trip your private life private this during the next few weeks. week. You may even be tempted You're bound to meet people who to make out with your sweebe on inspire good moods. If getting a park bench. (Wow, a display of our of town b simply not an public affection.) Not in the option, then perhaps you can sign mood for romance? Then look upforan evening lecture or slide for a creative outlet As far as the snow that could enlighten you planets are concenred, any form about a different culture. of expressiveness will do. Just Broadening your horizons by remember that graffiti is usually learning is nearly as valuable as illegal, no matter how talented experiencing something first hand the artist - without, of course, the access to their exotic foods. SAGITTARIUS (November 22 December 20) LEO (Jury 22-August 22) You may suffer the consequences The Proud Sun (your ruler) is in this week: as the planets square off the unassuming sign of Pisces. against your sign. 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Make a list of positive affirmations. Write your own press release if you're selfemployed. Or, if you work for a company, meet wrth the CEO to share a brilliant scheme. It only takes one really good idea to make you rich. Just look at the clever cleaning lady who invented the Swifter. AQUARIUS (January 21 February 18) Whatever "soft touch" convincing needs to be expressed, it should be done before Saturday when Persuasive Venus ends her stay in your personality house. Meanwhile, Innovative Uranus (your ruler) joins up with the Creative Sun this week. This makes your inventive nature even more pronounced. You just may be recognized for one of your original concepts. Don't be shy or modest about promoting yourself. There are zodiac cycles when fame is not so hard to come by. Timing is everything & this is your time. Make your move. PISCES (February 19 - March 19) Soft-hearted Venus enters your sign & you want to get close & cuddly with someone. 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