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Unicorns make mythic musical magic

By Jen Turner · Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004

There's something to be said about the feeling of childish delight, be it from a fresh new pair of kicks, chicken fingers in TDR or a first date. To be so excited about something that it puts a giddy little kick in a step is a rare treat. The most recent reason to feel this excited is British Columbian band the Unicorns, whose Alien8 album "Who Will Cut Our Hair When We're Gone?" provides the fine head-nodding, foot-tapping, prance-around-the dorm pop style.

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Prof. Alan Mandel: A career of grand scales and small notes

By Rachel Cothran · Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004

Throughout the world, critics and viewers have used these words to describe Alan Mandel's piano-playing style: "spellbinding," "intoxicating," "torrential," "transcendent" and "powerful." He has performed for audiences in 51 countries in Europe, Asia, the former Soviet Union, Africa and throughout the United States. He has packed audiences into Carnegie Hall in New York, composed over 100 songs, recorded over 30 albums and played hundreds of concerts from memory. Mandel, professor emeritus of music at AU, has been all around the world.

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Weekend Hot Spots

Thursday, Feb. 5, 2004

It's uncommon when a classic band of yesteryear unites with a young band - and even more so when the union doesn't scream of desperation (Iggy Pop asking Sum 41 to appear on his new record "Skull Ring," for example). Despite the age difference, the connection between Stiff Little Fingers and the Dropkick Murphy's seems inevitable.

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Sex and Sensibility: The Untouchables

By Allison Weil | February 5

A good friend of mine hasn't been on a date in more than five years. He's 25 years old. I met another man at the bar this weekend who's 26. He rarely leaves the house. Both stay home at night, playing video games, watching movies and sulking. When I asked them why they don't go out and meet people, they both spoke about hierarchies of individuals, stating that they fall at the bottom of the list.

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Against Me! jams on politics, death

February 2

Against Me! exploded onto the punk community in 2002 with the release of its first full-length, "Reinventing Axl Rose" on No Idea Records. With a reputation for intensely emotional live shows - that have gone from squats to 1200-person plus venues, and from solo artist to four-person band - Against Me! has made a name for itself through hard work and staying true to its ethics.

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'Henry IV' receives the royal treatment

By Noah Epstein | February 2

In review of "Henry IV: Part I," the question that should be asked is not whether it is a good production, but rather, has the Shakespeare Theatre ever put on a bad play? As usual the cast, staging and costumes are of the highest caliber, and the play could run on Broadway.

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'Liars' not fair or balanced

By Megan Slack | February 2

Al Franken's newest book, "Lies and the Lying Liars Who Tell Them: A Fair and Balanced Look at the Right," is so offensively humorous that readers may have to check their "fair and balanced" mindedness at the door. His insolent criticism of anything and anyone conservative seems to blur a libelous line, but Franken has just enough certified truth in his arguments to keep the pages turning.

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Anti-Flag headlines show

February 2

In the mist of chaos and confusion, things often find a way of coming together more than you could ever expect or imagine. Thursday night at the 9:30 club, Anti-Flag, Rise Against, Against Me!, None More Black and New Mexican Disaster Squad (NMDS) took punk rock fans, food-not-bombs activists and friends to the edge of the world and back.

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Clarks, female fans rock 9:30 club

By Keith F. Shovlin | February 2

At 9:30 p.m., the 9:30 club was nowhere near capacity as the opening act, Stephen Kellogg, took the stage. When the second act, the Lost Trailers, began its set, the club seemed to be half full, but by the time the headliners came on, there was hardly any room to breathe.

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Music Notes: CD Reviews

February 2

Music reviews from The Eagle's Music desk, including Fuel, Travis, Wheat, John Vanderslice and The Chromatics, among others.

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Oscar noms prompt second look

By Daniel Longino | February 2

An Oscar nomination has a tremendous effect on a film. A nomination means a prolonged theatrical run and a win means even more revenue. This year, the nominations, announced last Tuesday, have not only affected the films' theatrical lives, but also their DVD releases.

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Abortion is a woman's issue

By sja_2001@hotmail.com | January 29

RE: Tim Meyer's article "Abortion is an Issue for Men and Women" Apparently, here at AU, chauvinism is alive and well. This concept and practice many believe to have faded away with suffrage and the other women's liberation movements has had little effect on some members of our student body. Tim Meyer ...

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Weekend Hot Spots

January 29

Alex Kargher of The Scene enumerates some exciting entertainment opportunities around the District for this weekend.

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Sex and Sensibility: The Ex Factor

By Allison Weil | January 29

What would you do if you ran into an ex of yours in the middle of the street? Would you walk up to him and give a cordial kiss or hug, ask how he are doing and then walk away? Or would you sit with him and stay up for all hours of the night, reminiscing and talking of times lost?

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Restaurant review: Yanni's Greek Taverna

By Michael Menachem and Rachel Cothran | January 29

If you're grabbing a bite with friends or impressing that special someone, Yanni's Greek Taverna in Cleveland Park offers authentic flavor at a reasonable price. Yanni's is across from the Cleveland Park Metro, on a corner facing busy Connecticut Avenue and a host of other ethnic eateries.

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Theatre review: 'Four'

By Dyane Jean-Francois | January 29

Called by critics "the debut of the year," "Four" is a provocative and humorous commentary on American stereotypes and clich?s. In fact, America itself is a clich? according to the writer, Christopher Shinn, a Hartford, Conn., native who now resides in New York. Shinn wrote the script for "Four" while still in college and has received an unprecedented amount of success for a playwright of his age.

The UFL and Why it's Good for the Sport

Section 202 hosts Connor Sturniolo and Gabrielle McNamee are joined by fellow Eagle staff member and phenomenal sports photographer, Josh Markowitz. Follow along as they discuss the United Football League and the benefits it provides for the world of professional football.

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