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Show Arts & Entertainment Commonplace (but theyre not) play Club Starrz Local band Commonplace headlined at Club Starrz, 300 W. 740 S., on Saturday, April 10. They have a sound which has earned them a certain following locally as well as outside of Utah as a result of their fall West Coast tour. This was Commonplaces first time playset since the the release of ing an d CD last year. They only their played two songs from their CD during this show. It took them a year to write a new set, said Jason Bringard, drummer for the band, also a Westminster sophomore. (Bringard was not only playing new songs, but was playing a new DW drum set, and he was also wearing blue plaid boxers.) He said their songwriting technique consists of one person coming to practice with a guitar part which they all wprk on and add to. Laura Jones, lyricist and vocalist, finishes a song with her vocals. . Their sound is best described as a power sound, even though the power is not blatant; it is the understated sort Effects and discord are used, but not relied upon. Jones has a strong, low voice that could sound like whining if it werent strong and all-ne- "TT imagine your choice of -- 17 delicious, flame broiled burgers... from the hearty All American to our Green Chili Burger to the one that made us famous, The Bleu Bacon Burger. Experience The Training w ,a'' self-title- low. She makes me think of Siouxsie Sioux. The songs are often mystical, due in part to a strange chiming effect used by guitarist Colin Kelly, and also due to the picking parts played by he and Scott Bringard, the bands other guitarist. Bassist Troy Harris begins many songs with a lullaby effect. " Robert Ingram Jr. will perform the one-ma- n Colin Kelly, Laura Jones and Scott Bringard. which the band builds on. But without fail, the songs erupt into the same large, large sound. A couple of standout songs of the night were Carnival and Mahogany. Mahogany has the sound of a song that would receive airplay, and it has the staying power to remind you of some significant occurrence in your life. Commonplace ended their show in an encore performance, a favorite song from their CD, Lie to Myself. from The opening band, Ford Prefect, is a three-piec- e Sandy. They have a muted sound with barely audible vocals for a composite that reminds me of some of The Cures mellower stuff. Vocalist Mike Holly said that one of their main influences is Velvet Underground. He said they play covers for fun, but that they mostly write their own songs. He also said hes not vegetarian, as are drummer Brandon Willardsen and bassist Kevin Kiemanj , n in my this time Ididnt have to pay to see Commonplace role as reporter. But I have, I would, and I will. Believe me. and in mind, Robeson played the role in the London musical drama Paul Robeson Saturday, April 24 at 10 a.m. in the Jewett Center. This performance is under the premiere and the Hollywood film. Robeson, along with Roland Hayes and Marian Ander- auspices of the Westminster Camson, were counted pus Ministry and is among the the top 10 part of the weeks concert artists in the focus on racial bias United States in the and religious intolRobert Ingram Jr. will perform in 1930s. His greatest erance. The perforthe Jewett Center on April 24. success, however, mance is free and to Jose Ferrers Othello when he came played open to the general public. was Iago in the 1940s. Paul Robeson, an The production became the longest-runnin- g football athlete chosen as an Shakespearean revival in history. while at Rutgers University, but was not Not possessing the quiet serenity of admitted to the college glee club because of his ethnic race. Although some things havent Marian Anderson, Robesons outspoken attacks against racial injustice began to changed, Robesons was a victim of his times. By todays standards his problems interfere with his acting and singing career in the late 1940s and 50s. In a period seem almost mythical. That is why this is such a powerful show. dominated by the Cold War, his trips to Russia became suspect, his concerts were Ingrams performance has garnered critical acclaim throughout America and the Inter- boycotted or canceled, and he was denied a passport so he couldnt honor his concert mountain West. Robeson created a sensation when he engagements abroad. African-America- creamy soups. at The Training Table! Photo by Alex F ergusen appeared in the plays of Eugene ONeill in America and Europe in the 1920s. Jerome Kem wrote Show Boat with Robeson Harrington Forum staff writer crisp salads, healthful chicken platters, and Imagine the possibilities... Robert Ingram Jr. to perform Paul Robeson drama in the Jewett Center this weekend by Calvin L. &mm ! Tables tasty sandwiches, OPEN FDR LUNCH AND DINNER, 7 DAYS A WEEK! TAKEOUT AVAILABLE. Review continued: more Blues Caruso 78s. This shits in my blood as deep as any Chuck Berry or Gene Vincent tune. I think Yoakam lost Elvis along the way. Buck is the major influence now, and I dont know if hell ever be able to match the classic status of that first one, but Ill buy em as long as he keeps puttin em out For a single, Ill pick Fast As You or that heartbreakin fiddle opening to Try Not To Look So Pretty stands a chance. Continued from Page 14 If youve never lived it, how can you relate? The jukebox, the pool table, the beer sitting on the bar in front of you and that ache from a cheatin woman. Dwight almost got it right this time, it is better than the last one. This Time has me inspired. Im headed for the Westerner lookin for a recent divorcee and some line dancin. My safe sex is in my wallet; I hope she sent the kids to their dads, house. Im wantin a Wild Ride. 0 i sM m nine n, ALCOHOL AWARENESS MONTH APRIL 1993 April 20, 1993- - forum Page 15 |
