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Review: The Lemon Twigs – Songs for the General Public

Posted on August 27, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
The Lemon Twigs | Songs for the General Public | 4AD

The Lemon Twigs = The Xanadu Soundtrack + Todd Rundgren … read more

Posted in: National Music ReviewsTagged: The Lemon Twigs

Dining Out During a Pandemic: Advice from Your Server

Posted on September 3, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
(L–R) Safety-conscious diners Grant Callen and Jasmine Moretz give their orders to Avrey Evans, their socially distanced server.

There are a few things you should know about dining out during a global pandemic from someone who is working in the service industry. … read more

Posted in: Food: Interviews & FeaturesTagged: covid-19, Dining Out

Film Review: I’m Thinking of Ending Things

Posted on August 27, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
I'm Thinking of Ending Things is a spellbinding film that ranks among Kaufman's best work, a triumph of atmosphere and unsettling tension and loneliness.

I’m Thinking of Ending Things is a spellbinding film that ranks among Kaufman’s best work, a triumph of atmosphere and unsettling tension and loneliness. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Charlie Kaufman, I'm Thinking of Ending Things, Likely Story

Local Review: Red Dirt Girls – Red Dirt Girls

Posted on August 26, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Red Dirt Girls | Red Dirt Girls | Self-Released

Red Dirt Girls = The Staves + Iron & Wine … read more

Posted in: Local Music ReviewsTagged: Red Dirt Girls

August SLUG Picnic Presented by Sparrow Electric 08.22 w/ Elowyn, Cherry Thomas and Fur Foxen

Posted on August 26, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
The August SLUG Picnic featured Fur Foxen, Cherry Thomas and Elowyn, as well as a variety of craft vendors and food from Kafé Mamai. Photo: Morgan Keller

The August SLUG Picnic featured Fur Foxen, Cherry Thomas and Elowyn, as well as a variety of craft vendors and food from Kafé Mamai. … read more

Posted in: SLUG PicnicTagged: Cherry Thomas, Elowyn, Embrogo, Fur Foxen, Hand Drawn Photo Booth, Kafé Mamai, Obnoxious Plastic, SLUG Picnic, Sparrow Electric

Film Review: The One and Only Ivan

Posted on August 26, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Starring the voice of Sam Rockwell, The One and Only Ivan is a glorious alternative to the increasingly stagnant remakes that Disney has been churning out.

Starring the voice of Sam Rockwell, The One and Only Ivan is a glorious alternative to the increasingly stagnant remakes that Disney has been churning out. … read more

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Send in the Clowns: A Creature Feature with Madazon Can-Can

Posted on August 25, 2020 (May 21, 2024) by Alton Barnhart
This month's "Creature Feature" stars Madazon Can-Can, or Maddy, a performance clown, drag artist, educator and also—not surprisingly—a Gemini.

This month’s “Creature Feature” stars Madazon Can-Can, or Maddy, a performance clown, drag artist, educator and also—not surprisingly—a Gemini. … read more

Posted in: Art and Fashion, Fashion, LGBTQ+Tagged: creature feature, LGBTQ+, Madazon Can-Can

Film Review: The 24th

Posted on August 25, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
The 24th is a challenging and deeply disturbing film, but one that deserves to be seen and discussed. It shares a story that desperately needed to be told.

The 24th is a challenging and deeply disturbing film, but one that deserves to be seen and discussed. It shares a story that desperately needed to be told. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Kevin Willmott, New Slate Ventures, The 24th, Video on Demand

SLUG Style: A ’La Mode SLC

Posted on August 27, 2020 (October 18, 2023) by Alton Barnhart
This month's "SLUG Style" features sisters Angelique and Jasmine Gordon of A 'La Mode SLC, a boutique and personal-styling service.

Angelique and Jasmine Gordon are sisters, small-business owners and personal stylists. They own A ’La Mode SLC, a boutique and personal-styling service. Every month, “SLUG Style” features a distinct and unique member of the community and asks them why they do what they do. Exploring more than just clothing, “SLUG Style” endeavors to feature the

Posted in: Art and Fashion, Fashion

Film Review: Chemical Hearts

Posted on August 24, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Chemical Hearts is involving but also quite depressing. Whether it's for teenagers or for those who used to be, it's unlikely to be a favorite of either.

Chemical Hearts is involving but also quite depressing. Whether it’s for teenagers or for those who used to be, it’s unlikely to be a favorite of either. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Amazon Prime, Chemical Hearts, Page Fifty Four Pictures, Richard Tanne

Review: The Killers – Imploding the Mirage

Posted on August 21, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
The Killers | Imploding the Mirage | Island Records

The Killers = The War On Drugs + The Cars + Bruce Springsteen … read more

Posted in: National Music ReviewsTagged: The Killers

Film Review: Unhinged

Posted on August 21, 2020 (January 24, 2022) by Alton Barnhart
Unhinged is sold as a nail-biter about the dangers of road rage, but Crowe's character is motivated by something far more dangerous: explosive misogyny.

Unhinged is sold as a nail-biter about the dangers of road rage, but Crowe’s character is motivated by something far more dangerous: explosive misogyny. … read more

Posted in: Film ReviewsTagged: Derrick Borte, Ingenious Media, Unhinged
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