Aural Pleasure
So, how does a neo-soul crooner like John Legend follow up Get Lifted, a 3-million-copies-worldwide debut that also won three Once Again John Legend (Sony) So, how does a neo-soul crooner like John Legend follow up Get Lifted, a 3-million-copies-worldwide debut that also won three out of a whopping eight Grammy nominations? It seems almost…
In Memoriam
San Antonio’s art community lost two brilliant dreamers and creators this week. The artist Mister Danny Geisler passed away on November 7, followed by playwright Sterling Houston one day later. An informal wake for Mister is scheduled for 6:30pm November 8 at the Blue Star Dumpster Flowers. A public viewing will be held November 9,…
Sound and the Fury
SQUEEZING OUT THE SPARK SQUEEZING OUT THE SPARK Like Snowbyrd, the other major local band celebrating a CD release this weekend, The Spark spent a lot less time recording the music than they did waiting for the disc to emerge as a finished product. Drummer Mat Roy reveals that the manic thrash duo recorded and…
In Memoriam
San Antonio’s art community lost two brilliant dreamers and creators this week. The artist Mister Danny Geisler passed away on November 7, followed by playwright Sterling Houston one day later. An informal wake for Mister is scheduled for 6:30pm November 8 at the Blue Star Dumpster Flowers. A public viewing will be held November 9,…
In Memoriam
San Antonio’s art community lost two brilliant dreamers and creators this week. The artist Mister Danny Geisler passed away on November 7, followed by playwright Sterling Houston one day later. An informal wake for Mister is scheduled for 6:30pm November 8 at the Blue Star Dumpster Flowers. A public viewing will be held November 9,…
Martian Love Fest
I don’t really think there’s a choice there,” Jared Leto says of his oft-maligned transition from Hollywood actor to frontman Mars attacks (with hair products): Jared Leto and 30 Seconds to Mars perform at Sunset Station this Friday, November 10 30 Seconds to Mars Fri, Nov 10 $20 (+ service charge) Sunset Station Lonestar Pavilion…
In Memoriam
San Antonio’s art community lost two brilliant dreamers and creators this week. The artist Mister Danny Geisler passed away on November 7, followed by playwright Sterling Houston one day later. An informal wake for Mister is scheduled for 6:30pm November 8 at the Blue Star Dumpster Flowers. A public viewing will be held November 9,…
In Memoriam
San Antonio’s art community lost two brilliant dreamers and creators this week. The artist Mister Danny Geisler passed away on November 7, followed by playwright Sterling Houston one day later. An informal wake for Mister is scheduled for 6:30pm November 8 at the Blue Star Dumpster Flowers. A public viewing will be held November 9,…
Byrds of a Feather
Three weeks ago, someone broke into Snowbyrd’s rehearsal space and stole most of the band’s equipment Snowbyrd, from left: vocalist/guitarist Chris Lutz, bassist Mark Fleming, drummer Manny Castillo, and lead guitarist/multi-instrumentalist Scott Lutz. Snowbyrd with small stars, and the in & outlaws 10pm Fri, Nov 10 Limelight Music & Drinks 2718 N. St. Mary’s 735-7775…
In Memoriam
San Antonio’s art community lost two brilliant dreamers and creators this week. The artist Mister Danny Geisler passed away on November 7, followed by playwright Sterling Houston one day later. An informal wake for Mister is scheduled for 6:30pm November 8 at the Blue Star Dumpster Flowers. A public viewing will be held November 9,…
Guest Column – The Say-Town Lowdown
San Antonio is a place that loves to celebrate its history San Antonio is a place that loves to celebrate its history. Our civic leaders hail the military and cultural developments that have helped build and shape the city, and praise civic celebrations (most notably Fiesta and the Folklife Festival) that tout the diversity of…
Aural Pleasure
So, how does a neo-soul crooner like John Legend follow up Get Lifted, a 3-million-copies-worldwide debut that also won three Once Again John Legend (Sony) So, how does a neo-soul crooner like John Legend follow up Get Lifted, a 3-million-copies-worldwide debut that also won three out of a whopping eight Grammy nominations? It seems almost…
Attention Starved
For a moment, set that migas breakfast taco back in its foil For a moment, set that migas breakfast taco back in its foil. Just look at it, the steam rising off the eggs, the salsa separating, the liquid run-off sliding out the end. Look at it, put your nose right down in it, and…
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You were captivated by Sean Penn’s performance in Colors, you took notes during Menace II Society, you keep tabs on Snoop Dogg You were captivated by Sean Penn’s performance in Colors, you took notes during Menace II Society, you keep tabs on Snoop Dogg’s whereabouts just for fun, and so, when the Governor approved a…
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You were captivated by Sean Penn’s performance in Colors, you took notes during Menace II Society, you keep tabs on Snoop Dogg You were captivated by Sean Penn’s performance in Colors, you took notes during Menace II Society, you keep tabs on Snoop Dogg’s whereabouts just for fun, and so, when the Governor approved a…
Young Guns
Forty-four-year-old boxing legend Evander “Real Deal” Holyfield makes a stop in the Alamo City this week on his quest for an h Forty-four-year-old boxing legend Evander “Real Deal” Holyfield makes a stop in the Alamo City this week on his quest for an historic fifth heavyweight title. His opponent, “Fast” Fres Oquendo, should provide some…
Skin Deep
When an ordinary term becomes a catchphrase, it is time to examine what or who is being caught THE TROUBLE WITH DIVERSITY: HOW WE LEARNED TO LOVE IDENTITY AND IGNORE INEQUALITY By Walter Benn Michaels Metropolitan $23, 256 pages When an ordinary term becomes a catchphrase, it is time to examine what or who is…
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Office of the Attorney General of the United States of America Alberto Gonzales, Chicano Activist Lawyer NO. 16-005 By Michael Soto Michael-soto@sbcglobal.net To: Hon. John Conyers, Jr., Chairman-elect Committee on the Judiciary …
Spittin’ Game
Dear EA Sports, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC $39.95-59.95 NBA 2K7 2K Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PS2 $29.99-59.99 NBA Live 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC, Mobile $39.95-59.95 Dear EA Sports, I can only assume this is somehow your fault. This year, you have…
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Office of the Attorney General of the United States of America Alberto Gonzales, Chicano Activist Lawyer NO. 16-005 By Michael Soto Michael-soto@sbcglobal.net To: Hon. John Conyers, Jr., Chairman-elect Committee on the Judiciary …
The Sobering Economics of Art
I went to October’s First Friday because three artist friends had exhibits opening Well, maybe a little: Mario Perez’s show, on view at Joan Grona Gallery last month (and featured in a Current art review last week) was one of three that inspired fellow artist Nate Cassie to write about SA’s art market. This painting,…
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All You Can Eat
The New World Wine & Food Festival invites you to an orgy of excess this weekend to round out its annual celebration of Pan-American gastronomy The New World Wine & Food Festival invites you to an orgy of excess this weekend to round out its annual celebration of Pan-American gastronomy. Although the nearly fortnight event…
Corked
The most shocking thing about A Good Year is not that Sir Ridley Scott, the maestro behind such landmark films as Alien, Thelma & Louise, and Gladiator, directed a romantic comedy Cliché alert: Russell Crowe is a slimy stock trader who learns about life and love on the vineyard in Ridley Scott’s A Good Year.…
The Race Issue
RACE RACE MATTERS Forget academia. Race isn’t a social construct; it’s a social amorphousness. As you hold it contemplatively between skull and hand-heel, it changes from biological issue to philosophical concept. Squeeze it and it will narrow to an impermeable class barrier. Blow on it, and it diffuses into clouds of pride and hate. Put…
The Bar Tab
Looking back on a recent outing to the Limelight, a comfy bar that shares its moniker with an extinct New York City club famous for its lascivious foam parties and barbiturate cocktails, I reflected on much more benign happenings The Limelight 2718 N. St. Mary’s 735-7775 Myspace.com/limelightsa Drinks avg: $4-6 Looking back on a recent…
Royal Pains
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The Race Issue
RACE RACE MATTERS Forget academia. Race isn’t a social construct; it’s a social amorphousness. As you hold it contemplatively between skull and hand-heel, it changes from biological issue to philosophical concept. Squeeze it and it will narrow to an impermeable class barrier. Blow on it, and it diffuses into clouds of pride and hate. Put…
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Royal Pains
For a republic, the United States of America suffers from a remarkable nostalgia for monarchy Helen Mirren nails the second Elizabeth of England in The Queen. For a republic, the United States of America suffers from a remarkable nostalgia for monarchy. Burger King controls more territory than Juan Carlos, while muffler, mattress, and taco kings…
Clothes-Minded – Fashion Deconstruction
Deck Web Exclusive I don’t mean to jinx anything, but let’s hope this latest cold snap is the real deal because I’ve said good-bye to my summer clothes. Here’s how you can, too: First, sort your clothes into two piles: store and toss. Some organizers recommend creating a “donate” pile also, but I disagree. If…
How to Tip
“What’s the usual tip Dollars and cents: What’s the correct amount to tip your servers? The answers add up below. “What’s the usual tip?” a man growled at his waiter. “Well,” the waiter replied, “this is my first time waiting tables, but the other waiters said that if I got a quarter out of you,…
Clothes-Minded – Fashion Deconstruction
Deck Web Exclusive I don’t mean to jinx anything, but let’s hope this latest cold snap is the real deal because I’ve said good-bye to my summer clothes. Here’s how you can, too: First, sort your clothes into two piles: store and toss. Some organizers recommend creating a “donate” pile also, but I disagree. If…
How to Tip
“What’s the usual tip Dollars and cents: What’s the correct amount to tip your servers? The answers add up below. “What’s the usual tip?” a man growled at his waiter. “Well,” the waiter replied, “this is my first time waiting tables, but the other waiters said that if I got a quarter out of you,…
Perfect Stranger
Screenwriter Zach Helm can’t remember where he got the idea for Stranger than Fiction, but he knows it came to him while he was driving Hey, everyone, come see how good he looks: Will Ferrell shows remarkable dramatic range in his newest film, Stranger than Fiction. Screenwriter Zach Helm can’t remember where he got the…
Clothes-Minded – Fashion Deconstruction
Deck Web Exclusive I don’t mean to jinx anything, but let’s hope this latest cold snap is the real deal because I’ve said good-bye to my summer clothes. Here’s how you can, too: First, sort your clothes into two piles: store and toss. Some organizers recommend creating a “donate” pile also, but I disagree. If…
How to Tip
“What’s the usual tip Dollars and cents: What’s the correct amount to tip your servers? The answers add up below. “What’s the usual tip?” a man growled at his waiter. “Well,” the waiter replied, “this is my first time waiting tables, but the other waiters said that if I got a quarter out of you,…
The Race Issue
RACE RACE MATTERS Forget academia. Race isn’t a social construct; it’s a social amorphousness. As you hold it contemplatively between skull and hand-heel, it changes from biological issue to philosophical concept. Squeeze it and it will narrow to an impermeable class barrier. Blow on it, and it diffuses into clouds of pride and hate. Put…
Clothes-Minded – Fashion Deconstruction
Deck I don’t mean to jinx anything, but let’s hope this latest cold snap is the real deal because I’ve said good-bye to my summer clothes. Here’s how you can, too: First, sort your clothes into two piles: store and toss. Some organizers recommend creating a “donate” pile also, but I disagree. If you have…
The Race Issue
RACE RACE MATTERS Forget academia. Race isn’t a social construct; it’s a social amorphousness. As you hold it contemplatively between skull and hand-heel, it changes from biological issue to philosophical concept. Squeeze it and it will narrow to an impermeable class barrier. Blow on it, and it diffuses into clouds of pride and hate. Put…
Game Theory
Some people resist the digital life Some people resist the digital life. Others embrace it. I throw myself at emerging technologies with the reckless abandon of a drunken teenager. Though woefully undecorated, my Mahncke Park bungalow boasts six personal computers and hundreds of digital-media disks. Preparing for the unlikely possibility that my home and work…
Chipotle In Name Only
That you enter Iron Cactus from the River Walk under an echt-Aztec effigy ought to be a clue to what awaits within Iron Cactus host Michael Gillmore shows off a dish of Chipotle Salmon . Iron Cactus Mexican Grill & Margarita Bar River Walk at N. St. Mary’s & Commerce 224-9835 Ironcactus.com 11am-10pm Sun-Wed, 11am-11pm…
Spittin’ Game
Dear EA Sports, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC $39.95-59.95 NBA 2K7 2K Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PS2 $29.99-59.99 NBA Live 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC, Mobile $39.95-59.95 Dear EA Sports, I can only assume this is somehow your fault. This year, you have…
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The Mashup
I’m afraid to look From the Editor I’m afraid to look! Did we win? You’re reading this column in the blinding light of electoral revelation; I’m writing it in the interminable dark hours between pushing the flashing red (for: Warning! No paper trail! Kiss this thing goodbye!) “Vote” button and the final returns. I can’t…
Spittin’ Game
Dear EA Sports, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC $39.95-59.95 NBA 2K7 2K Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PS2 $29.99-59.99 NBA Live 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC, Mobile $39.95-59.95 Dear EA Sports, I can only assume this is somehow your fault. This year, you have…
Perfectly Gross
You could call it “dark Feed me, Seymour: Laura Kelly gets devoured by Audrey II in Woodlawn Theatre’s Little Shop of Horrors. Little Shop of Horrors 7:30pm Fri & Sat Through Nov 18 $20 general; $15 senior, military; $12 student Woodlawn Theatre 1920 Fredericksburg 738-1117 Amphisphere.com You could call it “dark.” A fellow theatergoer declared…
That’s a Wrap
First things first: Babel opens this weekend at the Bijou First things first: Babel opens this weekend at the Bijou. Go see it. We’ll have a review for you next week, but you needn’t wait. Go. Now. So, the going story with Rogue Pictures is that, in 2004, classy art-house outfit Focus Features (I love…
Spittin’ Game
Dear EA Sports, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC $39.95-59.95 NBA 2K7 2K Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PS2 $29.99-59.99 NBA Live 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC, Mobile $39.95-59.95 Dear EA Sports, I can only assume this is somehow your fault. This year, you have…
Armchair Cinephile: The Cine-Mini
Deck PICK OF THE WEEK: Martin & Lewis Collection (Paramount): The birth of the comedy duo’s illustrious screen career, featuring: My Friend Irma, My Friend Irma Goes West, That’s My Boy, Sailor Beware, Jumping Jacks, The Caddy, Scared Stiff, Money From Home Inside the Actors Studio: Icons (Shout! Factory): Host James Lipton may be ridiculous…
Toilet Humor
Animation aficionados and grateful parents hearing of a new feature from the studio behind Wallace and Gromit will surely hope for greatness, even if they raise their eyebrows at the news that Flushed Away discards Aardman Studios’ lovably hand-made clay Flushed Away Dir. David Bowers, Sam Fell; writ. Dick Clement, Ian La Frenais, et al;…
Spittin’ Game
Dear EA Sports, Tiger Woods PGA Tour 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC $39.95-59.95 NBA 2K7 2K Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PS2 $29.99-59.99 NBA Live 07 EA Sports Xbox 360, Xbox, PSP, PS2, PC, Mobile $39.95-59.95 Dear EA Sports, I can only assume this is somehow your fault. This year, you have…
SA’s Most Integrated Street
Deck Don Gadberry isn’t quite sure why Highland Hills has emerged as one of San Antonio’s most integrated neighborhoods, but he’s quick to emphasize why the Southeast Side community is so appealing to residents of various backgrounds. “It’s a pleasant place to live. It’s really a gem that a lot of people haven’t discovered,” says…
Truth In Truisms
Sometimes a play makes you want to run right home, find everyone you love, and hold on to them as tightly as you can until you pass out from exhaustion Emily Spicer and David Alford as Jennifer Wilbanks and Grizzly Adams in Brilliant Traces. Brilliant Traces 8pm Fri, 7pm Sat, 2:30pm Sun Through Dec 3…
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