STOP MAKING SENSE (1983) Featuring David Byrne, Chris Frantz, Tina Weymouth, Jerry Harrison, Steve Scales, Lynn Mabry, Ednah Holt, Alex Weir and Bernie Worrell. Directed by Jonathan Demme. Distributed by A24. 88 minutes. Rated PG. “And you may ask yourself, ‘Well, how did I get here?’” How did the world get so lucky to see … Continue reading
MINT CONDITION AS GOOD AS NEW BY ABRAHAM KURANGA Fear not! There has been a Mint Condition sighting. The multi-talented band is made up of lead singer/drummer, Stokley Williams, guitarist O’Dell (né Homer O’Dell), Ricky Kinchen on lead guitar and bass, keyboardist Larry Waddell and saxophonist/keyboardist Jeffery Allen. Known for their break-out hit, “(Breaking My Heart) Pretty Brown Eyes,” from … Continue reading
Peabo Bryson Feel The Fire by Jay S. Jacobs The first time I listened to Peabo Bryson’s music – I mean really listened to it – was the spring of 1984. I was at Pennsylvania State University on a date with Denise, a girl with whom I thought I might just be in love. Before going out, … Continue reading
