Documentary Phil Bacharach
Last year’s debacle over “The Tonight Show” didn’t quite reach
Shakespearean proportions, but you sure couldn’t tell it at the time.
When Jay Leno left the hallowed television franchise for a stab at prime
time, NBC gave the coveted late-night slot to Conan O’Brien, who had
been patiently waiting in the late-late-night wings.
Horror Rod Lott
Immediately, I understood why 1986's "Killer Party" enjoys such a cult
following: The unconventional slasher opens with a stereotypical flaming
priest quoting "The Wizard of Oz" as he presides over a funeral. It's
all a goof — part of a movie-within-a-movie-within-a-movie joke.
Now it's October. But the video was shot in September. And the song's due in December.
I was lucky enough to get to hang out with Okie singer Samantha Crain recently, as she recorded her contribution to this year's Fowler Volkswagen Christmas compilation. You might recall last year's edition — of silly cover — which was recorded by Chris Harris at Hook Echo Sound and even spawned a really great free holiday concert.
This year's edition currently is being recorded at Blackwatch Studios, and owner/producer Jarod Evans says the album will feature Colourmusic, Sherree Chamberlain, Chrome Pony, Ol' Savior and more, including Ryan Lindsey singing the wonderfully titled "I'm Coming Down Your Chimney." Nathan Poppe's been tapped to shoot a promotional music video for the album, and he subsequently tapped yours truly to help out.
Watching Sam work on her Oklahoma-themed girl-crush seasonal song with Jarod and Daniel Foulks, her friendly fiddle player was a delight. At first, they considered doing a Lucinda Williams number, but decided it'd be more fun to layer a bunch of vocals over a steady, crackling-fire beat with plenty of sleigh bells, like a '60s girl-group song. Of the tracks I've heard, it's my favorite so far. Looking forward to picking up a copy come Christmastime! Watch video of her and Daniel recording their parts. Apologies for me being a bit of a wobbly videographer. Musicians make me nervous:
News Carol Smaglinski, Kelley Chambers
Robert Pemberton, owner of Crescent Market in Nichols Hills Plaza,
confirmed that as of Oct. 30, the store that was founded on the day of
the land run in 1889 will close, at least for now.
Commentary Blair Humphreys
We had the opportunity to discuss the issue of “sprawl” with more than
600 citizens who gathered last month at a town hall meeting in Oklahoma
City. The meeting included presentations from Councilman Ed Shadid, City
Manager Jim Couch and the director of almost every city department.
South American wines continue to carve out shelf space. And it’s not just the usual suspects, as Bordeaux makes inroads.
Food and Drink Features Greg Horton
South American wines are so much a part of today’s wine landscape that
it’s hard to believe they’ve only been around for about 25 years.
OKG7 Dining Carol Smaglinski
What decides the rating of a particular restaurant? The most important
factor is what’s on the plate, and then come decor and service. Opening a
restaurant requires a commitment and enough money to stock the kitchen
with the freshest ingredients. Try these new ones.
The indie rockers of Milagres want to be known for their music. Although their name translates to ‘miracles,’ it shouldn’t take one to succeed.
Music Joshua Boydston Milagres with Peter Wolf Crier and the Rockettops 9 p.m.
Monday Opolis 113 N. Crawford, Norman opolis.org 820-0951 $8 advance, $10 door
