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4 Dixon's Rom; SOUND ADVICE John Lyons Staff Writer Romantic Doprosalvo Don Dixon kkk (out of four stars) Columbia artist Don Dixon's first rail-length release on the Sugar Hill label, "Romantic Depressive," is a beaptiful and moving collection, but the chance for mainstream success seems slim. Dixon plays a soulful, stripped-down version of the Southern rock that has become so popular recently. However, unlike Hootie and Edwin McCain, Dixon does not resort to silly choruses and simple pop refrains. The music on ^Romantic Depressive" is a combination of Jim Brock on drums and percussion and, as the liner notes say, Dixon on "everything else." The music and lyrics are very similar to the music of Grammy-winner Marc Cohn. Dixon plays a soulful brand of poprock, which is clearly influenced by Southern Blues artists. His music is rooted in the South, and the lyrics are both simple and straightforward. Dixon's voice is not so strong as fellow Columbia musician Darius Rucker, but he gives his music a heartfelt quality Pivlrar nfl-on laz-lra In Kcillada tiVo Tlivinrr Up The Ghost" and "Peace For The Last Time," Dixon reaches out and touches the listener with the beauty and simplicity ofv:~ songs. The music revolves around Dixon's standing bass and Brock's percussion. So, you SOUND ADVICE ROB BERNSTEN Staff Writer CRAVE Skirt AAA- (out of tour stars) One word to describe Skirt would be perfect, but that would severely underrate them. ""'Yeah, ifs a bold statement, but they're \7T?) ?=/ Th Seating is limited Time is ki inninn nut I Ullllll ly V/Ul. Classes for the April exam begin in early February. KB f f|M mw%> DIFI IN YOUR Pick up an applicc available in the IApplications a> For n Rel Deepah i antic delights The production is very good and picks up the soft, subtle changes in the music's texture. Although "Romantic Depressive" is an impressive release, chances for its success seem dim. It is likely Dixon will follow in the footsteps of other talented artists who could not maintain listener interest. ...u_ c u i isumi, wnu wun a vjti cunniy iui ueot new artist, succeeded with a similar sound but was unable to interest listeners in his second album. Sadly, it is likely Dixon's wonderful album will be overlooked in the same way. The simplicity and honesty of the album are what make it great, but may also prevent it from selling. The music is too simple to fit into any musical fads, and listeners will probably overlook it in their search for the next big thing. say that; that good. Their 1995 album, "Crave," was the best album of last year (yes, better than Pennywise and P J. Harvey). The supercool Atlanta band will play RockafeUas' tonight. The most striking feature of Skirt is singer Robin Wilson, owner of the purest voice to hit my CD player ina long time. Every word, every syllable, overflows \ See 1] page 6 C for a ^ great Valentine's unci irum ie Gamecock! ^^r I u Hi 1 P 1 -800-KAP-TEST get a higher score KAPLAN DUCT BOAI FERE t RESIDEN ition for the PEER C( building between B< /ailable Jan. 30 anc lore information, con becca Rio 777-03; t Rajasekaran FT Fo for Gamecock staff write critics, John Lyons a a smorgas bord of CD According to these re know the talents of les you sample them for y and li; /ou are r with genuine emotion and sincerity. Wilson's multi-dimensional vocals sway from bold and powerful, to tender in the snap of a finger. Wilson's voice envelops every emotion as believable as Zack De La Rocha's anger. To Remind Me" is soaked with a reserved regret, hiding Wilson's pain that pride won't allow to surface. Skirt is musically a mirror reflection 1996 Spi January 15th Building and Tours will run approximately 1 hou the first 1/2 hour will be our buildinj departments in Thomas Cooper Lil Network Tour nrnviHino a eerier; CD-ROMS, and Netscape. No sign-i Building Tours: Mondays: 11am Tuesdays: 11am Wednesdays: 2pm Thursdays: 7pm Fridays: 11am Tours for Student with Di Tours will cover building and networ and services the library provides f Loope, Reference Librarian and 1 conduct the following tours. If you b to attending one of the tours below 777-4867 or e-mail her at LOOPEC(< Monday, January 15th 10:00 b Friday, January 19th 10:00 bu Thesday, January 23rd 1:00 bi ALL TOURS WILL MEET INSIDE THE FRC ID MAKE A NCE ICE HALL DNDUCTBOARD nker and Burney. 1 due Feb. 16. tact 7 8 14-1939 rc. od ia*\ I iiy riuvr irs rs and part-time music nd Rob Bernsten, offer reviews for Etc. readers, viewers, you may never ;ser known bands unless murself. So, bon appeite sten up! eallv crav 0 of Wilson. Deena Smith's guitar ranges from the dreaminess of "Slow" to the aggressiveness of "Sprite" to the mysteriousness of "Fences." The rhythm section gives the band a stable base to work from, letting Wilson and Smith come in and out at will. The lone male in the foursome, John Speaks is a smart drummer. Instead of haphazardly hitting the ;p Thomas I Cooper Ip Library dng Tours - February 2nd Network Tours r and will be divided into two sections: I tour, covering the various services and arary; the second 1/2 hour will be our il introduction to our on-line catalog, up necessary. Network Tours: Mondays: 11:30am Tuesdays: 11:30am Wednesdays: 2:30pm Thursdays: 7:30pm Fridays: 11:30am Faculty and Staff sabilities k information with emphasis on access or patrons with disabilities. Charlene iaison for Disabilities Services, will lave any special requests or needs prior \ please contact Ms. Loope at either !>tcl.sc.edu. milding tour/10:30 network tour ilding tour/10:30 network tour lilding tour/1:30 network tour I )NT DOORS OF THOMAS COOPER LIBRARY GAIN LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE BECOME PART OF YOUR CAROLINA COMMUNITY SERVE THE UNIVERSITY AND ITS STUDENTS MAKE A STAND FOR JUSTICE Into Another mmMMl JOHN IYONS Start Writer SEEMLESS Into Another ** (out of tour stars) At first glance, Into Another evokes thoughts of Nine Inch Nails- inspired industrial noise-rock or spacy guitar work similar to Man or Astroman. Into another Their album cover shows the foursome in Star Trek-like costumes lunging toward the camera. The inside of the album, however, paints an entirely different picture. Band members, without costumes, are pictured separately with pale faces and somber expressions. This second impression gives a much better sense of the music. From the first notes of "Seemless," the band's first full-length release on i:?? 'my a mi different drums and cymbals, he carefully drops to the torn drums adding to the haunting appeal of "Medicine." Skirt's name is as ironic as Better Than Ezra playing a song called "Good" At first glance Skirt would seem to be a reference to female's clothing because of the band's high female population. In the CD, Skirt lists the verb tense of the word which essentially means to #0|TAN I 1344 C Knox 3 miles frc imwi\ 1 Month 739-1 Also...$5 off any hairo One coupon per person Always Give T "Always [give] thanks to God t the name of our Lord Jesus Cf family had a special reason to January 10, 1995. On that day spared the lives of our family i bless us through special friend Carolina: Special persons in tb Office, Housing Maim Area Office and anonyi tbe Departmen ( "Mr. Co LuAnne Smith and Department of Retaili Applied Profess Special persons in Technology Center and witbin tbe Colleg Other specialfriends i who expressed tbeir cc These persons expressed God's 1( to our family. May God continue been a blessing to us. To conclude this "Note of Thank: Thessalonians 1:2 expresses our: thanks God for all of you, mentic Michelle Geter (MAT Candidate' Rev. Charlie & Mary Geter Anita and D'Andrea Geter PO Box 183 Clinton, SC 29325 Thursday, February 1, 1996 strips down Hollywood Records, it is clear they play a stripped-down brand of rock'n'roll. "Mutate Me" opens the album with a pounding bass line and loud, angry lyrics. The album was recorded at London Bridge Studios in Seattle, Wash., and the influences of grunge are clear. The in-your-face rock is similar i. i_ I a i * r?i 10 eariy worn irom Alice in v^nains and Soundgarden, and the vocal harmony of the choruses draws further comparisons to both. The lyrics bounce from despondency to anger and back again. Lyrics deal with misfits and people who are suffering, unkind actions and social injustices. Throughout the album, singersongwriter Richie Birkenhead gives the impression of an outsider looking in. In "The Way Down" he writes, "I was the child pariah you laughed at when my eyes betrayed the fact that I was sad." The tone of the album is best summed up during "Getting Nowhere," when Birkenhead sings, "I have never been happier/Although I must admit/I've never been happy at all." Although the music is a bit rough around the edges, the production is very good, and the band polishes its sound with pop-inspired refrains and quick shifts of pace. le Skirt? pass through. Their name defines Skirfs never-say-die and keep trying attitude. The music channels attitude into words. The true test of greatness is comparison. In the 1990s, Nirvana is at the top of the list of musical perfection. Depending on what happens with Rage's next album, Skirt is a dose second or third. If you do nothing else this semester, see this band. EASYfmi Abbott Drive )m campus mum for $39?o 9221 r nail service over $20. Purchase by 2/10/96 hanks to God he Father for everything, in irist." (Ephesians 5:20) Our give thanks to God on we lost our house and God members. He continued to Is at the University of South ww i . e Housing security tenance, Horseshoe mous persons within t of Housing nnor") Darla Domke of Ing in the College of ional Sciences the Educational anonymous persons e of Education vitbin the University mcem for our family )ve through their donations ; to bless you as you have s," a portion of 1 feelings: "We always >ning you in our prayers.. I and Family