To state the obvious: Writing a catchy song isn’t as easy as it looks. Dumping a bucket of glittering noise over solid pop-song structure doesn’t obscure Soft Reeds’ talent for churning out foot-tapping hooks; the local act just makes those hooks a bit more interesting. On Soft Reeds Are Bastards, the follow-up to last year’s three-song EP, frontman Ben Grimes’…
Feature: “Fake Reefer Madness,” February 18 What a Drag Peter Rugg’s article on K2 was the best comprehensive story on the crackdown I’ve read. I can’t tell you how sad I am for the local business owners who are being treated like criminals. I can’t believe I live in a place where this takes precedent over solving a budget and…
It wasn’t his idea to knock over the QuikTrip. Nelson Hopkins and a buddy had been drinking, and now that friend was driving Hopkins’ car. He pulled into the parking lot of the Shawnee convenience store and explained the plan to Hopkins. He was going to buy a soda and give the cashier a dollar. When she opened the register,…
A couple of messages posted on Manifesto’s Facebook page makes it clear that the speakeasy at 1924 Main won’t be open for a while. Check out the posts from this afternoon and last night:This comes just a few short weeks after Esquire called Manifesto “an excellent modern speakeasy” and the closing of chef Rob Dalzell’s signature restaurant 1924 Main, which…
Whereas Kansas City’s Craigslist Rant and Rave section seems to be devoted to nothing but random things like “Titty Tuesday” (which is exactly what you think it is), Lawrence’s Rants and Raves are a bit more music-centric. Specifically, the past couple of weeks have been devoted to two subjects that haven’t even managed to branch out to Facebook. You’ve got…
As St. Louis Brewery Inc. nears its 20th anniversary, the Schlafly beer brewer is finalizing agreements to start contract brewing at facilities in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, and Latrobe, Pennsylvania. “We are committed long-term to making our beer in St. Louis, but for now we have to anticipate that we may not be able to build fast enough to meet demand,”…
Pavement fans, don’t throw down too hard on Friday night—you’ve got a date at 10 A.M. on Saturday morning. Here’s your link to buy Pavement tickets for their September 11 show at the Uptown Theater. Watch it; this one’s gonna go fast. Categories: Music Tags: Pavement, shows that will sell out in 3 minutes
Self-professed serial killer John Hughes considers his thoughts those “of a supreme being.” Hughes made the declaration last night in an exclusive interview with KMBC Channel 9. Maybe he is operating on a plane we’re not advanced enough to understand. We always thought a supreme being could figure out a way to live the sweet life in a tropical paradise as…
Our former fearless leader here at the Pitch’s music division, Jason Harper, made this wonderful video profile of local bluegrass trio the Kansas City Bear Fighters. Now, maybe because it’s me, and I’m constantly trying to make it the next big musical thing, but isn’t there just a hint of skiffle in the mix with these gents? You can find…
The latest update from Kansas City Police Chief Jim Corwin on his blog, about the Waldo rapist, is a must-read, not just for finding out how many detectives are working the case but for telling would-be vigilantes that chasing any and all black men out of Waldo is a bad idea. (Yes, this needs to be said.) Categories: News Tags:…
Malay Cafe’s Herb Soup Like many of my friends right now, I’m fighting a nasty cold. The symptoms? Coughing, sneezing, runny nose and fatigue. My doctor prescribed antibiotics, cough syrup and hot soup. Not just any hot soup, but a restorative soup — filled with the kind of ingredients that have soothing, health-inducing qualities. (Never forget that the word restaurant,…
The body of Lisa M. McGuire was found outside of an apartment complex in the 3713 Roberts on November 16, 2009. Yesterday, prosecutors charged brothers Joseph D. Johnson III,23, and Mark Johnson (aka Markus Patterson), 27, with murder (Joseph with first-degree murder and Mark with second-degree murder) in the death of 27-year-old McGuire. The brothers are also charged with armed…
%{}% Chile en Nogada, anyone? Fat City commenter Jeff quickly recognized the dish served at Frida’s Contemporary Mexican Cuisine — Chile en Nogada — as the correct answer to Monday’s “Where Am I Eating?” question. Frida’s is located at 14861 Metcalf Avenue in Overland Park. Categories: Dining, News Tags: frida’s contemporary mexican cuisine, Where was I Eating? Here!
Kristie Stremel’s been a local music stalwart since her time in Frogpond. Personally, though, I always thought her best work was with Exit 159. The power pop group featured — at various points — such area luminaries as Tawni Freeland, Byron Huhman, and Rob VanBiber, and the group’s full length and EP were among the best releases of the mid-90s….
The Show-Me Institute, a Missouri think tank with a libertarian bent, keeps a Mizzou professor on its payroll. The professor, Joseph H. Haslag, has written reports critical of the earnings tax that Kansas City and St. Louis collect. Rex Sinquefield, the Show-Me Institute’s wealthy president, is bankrolling a campaign to repeal the earnings tax, which also takes a bite from…
Update (March 3): Kansas City police say Montoya has been located at a local hospital in good condition.***Kansas City police are looking for Simon J. Montoya, who they say went missing on February 26. Police described Montoya as a 27-year-old white man with brown hair and hazel eyes. Montoya stands 6-foot-3-inches tall and weighs 166 pounds. Police say he may…
A pork rack chop seared and roasted, then served with a savory mushroom bread and micro greens salad on a plate drizzled with fresh sage oil and a paint stripe of apricot brandy sauce on the plate. That was the mouth-watering dish that carried Kansas City Culinary Center Executive Chef Matt Chatfield to victory in the Taste of Elegance Competition…
KMBC morning anchor Donna Pitman got the scoop of scoops this morning when she revealed Superman’s true identity. Who is the Man of Steel? Why he’s none other than now out-of-work New York Daily Bugle photojournalist Peter Parker — according to Pitman. Way to kick Superman/Parker while he’s down, Pitman. I hope you realize you’ve opened Parker up to a…
Vincent F. Civella, the son of Kansas City Crime Family boss Anthony “Tony Ripe” Civella, pleaded guilty in federal court today to running an illegal gambling operation on the Internet. Civella, 53, is the sixth man to plead guilty in the probe. His family has long ties to gambling. Tony Ripe, his father, was sentenced to five years in prison…
