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Tech N9ne visits Columbia, ready for strange therapy

Kansas City rapper, Aaron Yates AKA Tech N9ne, finds time on a cold Monday afternoon to joke around about vampires, talk about his love for psychiatry and plan his future. In between freestyle raps and jokes, Tech N9ne opens up about his past, his future and what’s going on in his life right now. HeContinue reading “Tech N9ne visits Columbia, ready for strange therapy”

A Downtown Lifestyle – Sparky’s Finest

A downtown tradition Ice cream – a passion of many that provides not only a delightfully creamy treat but also an added unwanted couple of pounds. Though unhealthy, many can’t resist the deliciousness that ice cream provides. The first ice cream parlor in America was established in 1776 and Columbia’s downtown ice cream shop, Sparky’s,Continue reading “A Downtown Lifestyle – Sparky’s Finest”

‘Paranormal Activity 3’ – 4 out of 5 stars

Posted to Arts & Entertainment by Megan Suddarth at 10:04 p.m., Oct. 24, 2011 Covenants, cults and curses: the third addition to the “Paranormal” series adds more background to the story of Katie and Kristi than you could have imagined, while also confusing the crap out of you. This pre-prequel is definitely the most whack out of the three.Continue reading “‘Paranormal Activity 3’ – 4 out of 5 stars”

Colbie Caillat to get ‘bubbly’ in Columbia

The singer-songwriter will perform Sept. 30 at The Blue Note. By Megan Suddarth Published Sept. 30, 2011 For access to the original publication, click here. Prepare for a laid-back, “bubbly” Friday night with Colbie Caillat. The down-to-earth singer is coming to The Blue Note with a guitar in her hand and flip flops on her feetContinue reading “Colbie Caillat to get ‘bubbly’ in Columbia”

Tommy and the High Pilots land in Columbia

The band will play Aug. 22 at Mojo’s By Megan Suddarth Published Aug. 22, 2011 For access to the original publication, click here. Home is close yet so far away for the men of Tommy and the High Pilots. They’ve been touring the country for the past two months–rocking crowds and gaining fans with their upbeatContinue reading “Tommy and the High Pilots land in Columbia”

Ludo presents Space Dracula’s Basketball Expo

The band will play Aug. 7 at The Blue Note. By Megan Suddarth Published Aug. 6, 2011 For access to the original publication, click here. Do you love that final frontier some people call space? What about blood-sucking vampires? Or even just a good ole game of basketball? Then Ludo’s tour, Space Dracula’s Basketball Expo, isContinue reading “Ludo presents Space Dracula’s Basketball Expo”

Tommy and the High Pilots have little time for play

The band will play Feb. 24 at Mojo’s. By Megan Suddarth Published Feb. 22, 2011 For access to original publication, click here. Although downtime is rare for Tommy and the High Pilots, the members take time to relish in the small things. “I’m just standing here watching my boys play pool,” lead singer Tommy Cantillon said.Continue reading “Tommy and the High Pilots have little time for play”

Honky tonk star Stacie Collins lives the dream

The band will perform Feb. 18 at The Snorty Horse Saloon. By Megan Suddarth Published Feb. 22, 2011 For access to the original publication, click here. The Stacie Collins Band livens up the classic rock and country combination. “Our music is like Little Walter meets Joan Jett and Tammy Wynett, in a nutshell,” Collins said. “IContinue reading “Honky tonk star Stacie Collins lives the dream”

‘Justin Bieber: Never Say Never’ – 5 out of 5 stars

Posted to Arts & Entertainment by Megan Suddarth at 6:30 p.m., Feb. 14, 2011 Haters beware – Justin Bieber has taken entertainment to the next level. With explosions and neon lights to purple sneakers and screaming teen girls, “Justin Bieber: Never Say Never” is a 3D look into the life of the talented Justin Bieber. It proves to beContinue reading “‘Justin Bieber: Never Say Never’ – 5 out of 5 stars”

Tommy and the High Pilots – 5 out of 5 stars

Posted to Arts & Entertainment by Megan Suddarth at 12:00 a.m., Dec. 7, 2010 Competition is tough in the music industry, especially for up-and-coming bands. However, you wouldn’t suspect Tommy and the High Pilots is a lesser-known, up-and-coming band. Its high level of enthusiasm and exciting on-stage shows would make you wonder why everyone doesn’t have all of thisContinue reading “Tommy and the High Pilots – 5 out of 5 stars”