Tuesday, November 30
Millsaps College Christmas Concert
The Millsaps Singers and Chamber Singers will present their Christmas concert, O Magnum Mysterium, 7:30 p.m., Dec. 10, at the Northminster Baptist Church in Jackson, Mississippi.
Eagles in BCS Mix Again
How big is Saturday's California-Southern Miss game in Hattiesburg? It could decide whether Cal goes to a BCS game. If the Bears don't win decisively, Texas might move ahead of …
Sunday, November 28
Anthony Hamilton, KEM and M.L. Live Dec. 3
Walkerboy Entertainment recording artist M.L. will be the opening act for 3 time Grammy nominee and VIBE award winner Anthony Hamilton and KEM. Friday December 3rd, 8 PM at Thalia …
Saturday, November 27
Herman's Picks
Mark your calendar now for Thursday, Dec. 2 for the Hal & Mal's Operation Shoestring Benefit Concert. From 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. your $15 donation to Operation Shoestring gets …
Thursday, November 25
"The Late, Great Daniel Johnston: Discovered Covered," Various Artists
The legendary outsider Daniel Johnston has been an inspiration to the indie underground since his first crudely boom box recorded cassettes got passed around in the 80's to Kurt Cobain, …
"Wire on the Box: 1979," Wire
This DVD and accompanying remastered audio CD set features rare archival footage of a live show on German TV from 1979 during which the European Alternative world was transitioning from …
"I Dreamed We Fell Apart," Memphis
Beautiful slow psych pop jangle for fans of Death Cab for Cutie, Bedhead, and Yo La Tengo. With members from Metric and Stars they mix in breezy reverberating and melodic …
Wednesday, November 24
Hollywood on Trial
Danny Goldberg writes:
In a recent Los Angeles Times article Patrick Goldstein said "Hollywood took it on the chin" in the recent election. [...] Goldstein mentioned a handful of harsh references to President …
The Progressive Morality
Professor George Lakoff writes in The Nation:
Jackie Richmond
Jackie Richmond, 32, took Jackson by storm these last few months as the hip, young campaign manager for Mississippi Supreme Court Justice James Graves, who was re-elected in a run-off …
Peace, Love and Appeasement
After nearly two weeks of tug-of-war between the Mississippi House of Representatives and Gov. Haley Barbour, it seems that both sides have stopped pulling and come to agreement on a …
Tyrone Davis
Remember that old saw, "the clothes make the man"? In Tyrone Davis' case, it's most definitely the man who makes the clothes.
What's Next for Hip-Hop Activism?
A few weeks ago, Americans flocked to their polling locations in a concerted effort to pick a president. Leading up to the election, more attention was placed on re-enfranchising the …
[Wine] Turkey Wine
Although they were Puritans, the Pilgrims had to drank it up at the first 1621 Thanksgiving dinner. I can see the barrels of wine scattered about as they stumble to …
Briarcliff Circle: A Small Town in a Bigger City
Briarcliff Circle, tucked away in South Jackson near Jackson Memorial Gardens and Candlestick Park, is not like other neighborhoods in Jackson. While it is common in many areas for neighbors …
[Stiggers] Hold On Tight, Do What's Right
Welcome to "Skreet Newz" with Bonqweesha and Pookie—the economic news magazine show for the financially challenged.
Up In Smoke
A sure-to-be contentious campaign to raise Mississippi's cigarette tax kicked off Nov. 18 in the rotunda of the state Capitol. A coalition of about 40 county and state groups calling …
Tuesday, November 23
Songwriter/Author Les Kerr Performs and sign his new book at Hal & Mal's
Songwriter, author and recording artist Les Kerr will perform an acoustic concert and sign copies of his new book, Tennessee, Friday, December 3, 2004 at Hal & Mal's, 200 South …
Bell, Part 3
As Doctor S predicted several weeks back, James Bell will return for a third season as football coach at Jackson State. Bell has a third year remaining on the contract …
[Fry] Why Is It?
A few months ago, the rapper Jadakiss released a great song called "Why." The lyrics of the song really hit a special spot in my mind and my heart—and motivated …
Standing Up for the People
Don't believe the hype. Or, at least look for the balance in it.
During the special session called by Gov. Haley Barbour to pass certain economic-development bonds, Mississippians have been told incessantly by Barbour's office and the state's media that the House of …
Monday, November 22
Paul "Wine" Jones at Soulshine
Wed., Nov. 24, is Fat Possum Records night at Soulshine Pizza at Hal & Mal's. The raw garage blues jukeman known as Paul "Wine" Jones returns at 10 p.m. with …
Sunday, November 21
White House, Congress Rolls Back Student Loans, Grants
New York Times is reporting:
Saturday, November 20
Dust-Up on Floor of U.S. Senate Today
[Breaking] Apparently, it was just disocvered that Republicans snuck a provision into the 3,000-page budget bill that allows agents of congressional committees to have access to anybody's IRS records. They're …
Friday, November 19
My Plan to Break Partisan Judicial Stalemates
Mississippians know what it's like to see one of our own attacked unfairly in the judicial confirmation process. Judge Charles Pickering, a good judge who also is a committed Christian, …
Imagining a Real Youth Movement
By Raj Jayadev writes for Wiretap about problems with the youth voting movement. "[A] movement is about creating choices. The gulf is about imagination. As Desmond Tutu said, it's not …
Thursday, November 18
"Transmaniacon," RTX
RTX — "Transmaniacon" The latest incarnation of The Royal Trux sends "The Darkness" back to the glam rock school of alt. jams. RTX bangs their head to 80's hair metal, …
The Occasion
The Occasion – This sweet self-titled debut on Say Hey Records spreads the Psychedelphia space rock/psych sounds of Asteroid #4 (Introducing), Inouk, and Bardo Pond to NYC. If you dig …
"Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain: L.A.'s Desert Origins," Pavement
Pavement — "Crooked Rain, Crooked Rain: L.A.'s Desert Origins" This 49-track, two-CD reissue of this quintessential indie rock classic adds 25 unreleased recordings and 11 unleashed songs, with a beautiful …
Surreal Blog: Stories Too Incredible to Be False
So, I'll start with the story that inspired this Surreal Blog:
Listening to NPR this morning, I decided that we need a place on the JFP site to collect all these crazy stories coming (mostly) out of Washington these days. These …
Her Divine Cooking Life
The first thing you notice about Barbara Michelson's "Leave Nothing on The Back Burner: My Happy Cooking Life" is the size and heft of the bright yellow hardback book. Then …
JFP Moving to Rankin County
Last night, as we toiled to get this issue out, Stephen interrupted some people breaking into one of our interns' cars. Fortunately, they didn't get away with much—they threw his …
The Soul of An Elephant
"They will learn to conform to our agenda or they will be driven from our party"
Voting at Black Colleges Hit Record Levels
This year's surge in youth voting—51 percent of Americans 29 and under voted this year as opposed to 42 percent in 2000—was nowhere more apparent than on black college campuses, …
Wednesday, November 17
New Orleans' Mermaid Lounge to Close
The pinnacle New Orleans underground and indie nightclub, Mermaid Lounge will be closing the doors for good at 1100 Constance come late December. Be sure to catch your last chance …
[Fleming] God's Will, Not Haley's, Needs to Prevail
Impasse, thy name is Haley! In a precursor to a tumultuous regular session in January, the Mississippi Legislature is deadlocked in a special session concerning the passage of bonds to …
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The Best in Sports in the Next 7 Days
College Basketball: Mississippi State vs. Syracuse (8 p.m., ESPN2/620 AM): The Bulldogs hit the Big Apple for this semifinal game of the Coaches vs. Cancer Classic. The Dogs play Friday …
The Freest Man Behind Bars
"For a man to act himself, he must be perfectly free; otherwise he is in danger of losing all sense of responsibility or of self-respect."
On the Verge: Poindexter is at a Crossroads
With perhaps the best angle on the city's skyline, the Poindexter community—starting just west of Gallatin and bumping up to the Jackson State campus—sits on the edge of downtown Jackson …
[Stiggers] Come Chill at Clubb Chicken Wing
Has the election got you down? Join the "Financially Challenged" at the hippest and least expensive place in town, Clubb Chicken Wing. As food, gas and energy prices increase, the …
[Chick] ‘It Ain't Me'
Praise the Lord, Jill is No. 1! Again, The New York Times confirms what we all know anyway: Southerners are the best darn writers on the planet. Now, Jill Conner …
‘We Aren't Santa Claus'
There is a showdown this week in the Magnolia State between Gov. Haley Barbour and the state Senate on one side and the House of Representatives on the other. Between …
Rene Paul Barilleaux
Even as a child, Rene Paul Barilleaux knew he wanted to work in the arts. "Before first grade, I was always interested in drawing, making stuff and doing visual things," …
Abortion-Breast Cancer Link?
Since Roe v. Wade made abortion legal in 1975, many states with strong abortion opposition have implemented laws that make the procedure a bit more difficult to endure than in …
[City Buzz] Unwrapped and Unveiled
Photo by Brett Potter A TAX TO LOVE: Financial disaster is looming for the state, and the new Coalition for a Clean Bill of Health wants to raise Mississippi's cigarette …
Tuesday, November 16
"A Sphere In The Heart Of Silence" by John Frusciante
Record Collection is proud to unveil A Sphere In The Heart Of Silence by John Frusciante. John Frusciante reports: "A Sphere" is the 5th album in this extraordinary series of …
Nickel Creek Recording / Chris Thile Tours With Edgar Meyer
Nickel Creek is currently in the studio with producer Eric Valentine, working on their third album for Sugar Hill Records. Their 2002 release, This Side, won the Grammy for "Best
Chemical Brothers Release Details on New CD
11 years and 8 million albums since bursting out of the UK's underground club culture, The Chemical Brothers are back. With their fifth studio album, "Push the Button," Tom Rowlands …
Monday, November 15
[Rev] Blowing Sunshine Up Your Nose
Like many of you, I stayed up all night watching the election returns. The brilliant Dan Rather turns-of-phrase—"His lead is thinner than turnip soup" and "Are your fingernails sweating, yet?" …
Jimmy Eat World in N.O. Jan. 10
Monday, January 10 at House Of Blues, Phoenix's Reubens Accomplice, and Elephant are opening for pop-rock superstars Jimmy Eat World. The urgent rock, bouncy pop, fantastically infectious anthems and halting …
Geff Rushton (a.k.a. John Balance) 1962-2004
We are sad to report the untimely passing of Geff Rushton (a.k.a. John Balance), founder of Coil, occasional member of Zos Kia, Psychic TV, Nurse With Wound, Current 93, and …
Saturday, November 13
Esperanza Plantation Label Showcase Concert
Sat., Dec. 18, 7 p.m. $7. The first rock fest inside the old Capri/Pix Theatre, on State St., in Fondren. Colour Revolt (was Fletcher), Questions in Dialect, El Obo (Jesse …
DayBreakDown at George St. Dec. 18
Daybreakdown is coming back to George St. Grocery Saturday, Dec. 18. Since George St. re-opened Daybreakdown has put 3 of the top-10 crowds in there (250+ consistently) and has one …
Superb Heroes
A Review of "The Incredibles"
Overflowing with action, heart, imagination and meaning, "The Incredibles," the latest collaboration between Walt Disney Pictures and Pixar Animation Studios (and one of the last, following last January's decision to …
Dinner with Olga and Yuriy
Think about it. What's the least likely soup you could order homemade-fresh in a Flowood restaurant? In a million years, you'd probably never guess Russian borscht. That's the answer, though, …
Friday, November 12
"Forbidden Planet Explored," Jack Dangers
Reviewed by Alex Slawson and Herman Snell
Undoubtedly one of the coolest names in electronica, Jack Dangers [aka Meat Beat Manifesto] now presents a legendary recording from a live performance of the soundtrack he created for the …
November 9th Music Releases
After a hiatus spurred on by the election, the New Music Releases are BACK! So, let's get on with the new releases for the week of November 9th, 2004.
Bio Hazards
The music of Ray Charles is a national treasure, as is the artist's legacy. The same can't be said for "Ray," the movie of his life, although the transcendent performance …
Thursday, November 11
[Parks] I'm a Decent Human Being, Too
When I first got to my precinct in Louisiana to vote, the people behind me greeted me cheerfully. They wanted to know where I go to school, what I want …
"Up Against the Legends," The Legends
Reviewed by Herman Snell and Alex Slawson
Sweden has been on a musical roll in 2004- producing several noteworthy additions to the indie music landscape. Another great addition comes from this hyper-melodic nine piece. The Legends are …
"The Videos 1989 - 2004," WarpVision (compilation)
Reviewed by Alex Slawson and Herman Snell
Warp Records finally releases this much anticipated DVD collection of videos from 1989 - 2004! A chronological retrospective of the Warp label's IDM and electronica heavy roster includes videos from …
"Night on Fire," VHS or Beta
Reviewed by Alex Slawson and Herman Snell
Although not very original in today's indie retro music soundscape, VHS or Beta are nonetheless fun and catchy as hell. "Night on Fire" plays like a hybrid of Franz Ferdinand …
Wednesday, November 10
Deadly Love
Jackson State University senior Jimmy Lee is about to get his fifteen minutes of fame. Lee wrote, and is producing, directing and hosting a performance of his play, "Dangerously in …
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The Best in Sports in the Next 7 Days
College Basketball: Mississippi State vs. Fairfield (8 p.m., 620 AM): The Bulldogs begin their season in the Coaches vs. Cancer Classic in Birmingham. Unfortunately, Lawrence Roberts won't be playing thanks …
[Music] Kasey's ‘Angel'
Motherhood will certainly change one's outlook on life, and it has only served to enrich the artistic spirit of Australia's alt-country darling Kasey Chambers.
Kids Acting Up Again
Jackson's young talent is taking center stage again—all around the metro area. The adults are offering up some performances, as well. Still, the old stage adage advises: "Never try to …
Help ‘N the Hood
You may not have heard of the other CIA—Christians in Action. CIA is a children's advocacy group that sponsors an emergency shelter for abused or neglected children. Their facility is …
Mississippi Youth Vote ‘Blue'
You've heard it a million times since Election Day: It's hard to be redder, electorally speaking, than the state of Mississippi. Well, yeah—unless you're under 30. Young Mississippi voters not …
[Silver] Beware the Forces of Good
If I hear one more time, "The United States is a Christian nation," I'm going to puke. We are not a Christian nation and, as a Christian, I pray we …
[Stiggers] G.W. Makes the World Go ‘Round
Mo'tel Williams Records (not K-Tel) and the Ghetto Science team bring to you the single "G.W. Makes the World Go 'Round," from the CD "What Happened Yawl?" by the Nu …
All Night Long
Are you tired of having to go home at 2 a.m. when you were just starting to get a buzz at your favorite downtown bar? Before long, you'll be able …
Win, Then Win Again?
The evening news reported a victory. The cameras showed a smiling James Graves at Hal & Mal's, a doo-wop band singing and dancing behind him, as the victor of the …
Election ‘04: Rural vs. Urban
Early figures regarding the elections point to the rural and suburban areas of Mississippi for the greatest support for both George W. Bush and the gay-marriage ban. A CNN News …
You Own This Doghouse
However, if you're a Mississippian between the ages of 18 and 29, you are part of a powerful new voting constituency in the state—in this election, you turned out, and …
Denise Krause
When Denise Krause, 40, graduated from the Monterey Institute of International Studies with a Masters in Russian, it was likely that neither the dentistry nor the technological field was on …
Who You Callin' Dumb
SPECIAL AND PRICEY: It seems Gov. Haley Barbour can't call a special session of the Legislature without causing controversy. His latest, which convened Monday, is to authorize $103.7 million in …
Tuesday, November 9
Those Ever Elusive ‘Fish Stories'
Art: "Fisherman With Net" by Ron Lindsey
View Ron Lindsey's "Fish Stories" at Gallery 119, 3017 N. State St., 366-5141. The opening is Nov. 4 during Fondren ARTMix from 5 to 8 p.m.
Monday, November 8
Michael Moore: 17 Reasons Not to Slit Your Wrists
1. It is against the law for George W. Bush to run for president again.
Provocateur Michael Moore shows some optimism over on Alternet. A sampling:
Sunday, November 7
Weekend Notes
Notes from this weekend of sports:
Belhaven quarterback Brian Zbydniewski was kicked off the team following his arrest on a felony marijuana possession charge. Two other starters were kicked off for their role in the investigation …
What Went Wrong with Fable?
Fable. Even if you aren't in with the video gaming culture, you've probably heard of Peter Molyneux's most ambitious project to date. Years in the making, the idea behind Fable …
[Stiggers] No Po' Folk Left Behind
Pookie Peterz, ghetto economist and international hustler, wants to share his wealth with the financially challenged.
Saturday, November 6
Mayor Johnson Weekly Newsletter 11/05
North Jackson Library Groundbreaking
Convention Center Referendum Passes!!! For those of you who may not have seen it on the news or in the paper, Jacksonians overwhelmingly passed the Convention Center Referendum this past …
Friday, November 5
"In COG We Trust," Consortium of Genius
-- By JC Patterson
Consortium of Genius - "In COG We Trust" If Young Frankenstein, the HAL9000 Computer (from 2001, A Space Odyssey), "drunken" comedian Foster Brooks and Weird Al Yankovich all had an …
"Songs About the Ocean," The High Water Marks
Reviewed by Herman Snell and Alex Slawson
With a roster of members from several high profile indie acts [Apples in Stereo, Palermo, Preston School of Industry], The High Water Marks almost "seem" like an indie rock super …
Fantastic Fall Food
Elixir Restaurant and Bar, 4800 I-55 North, 981-7896, gives female Jacksonians their very own present for its first birthday—Working Women's Wednesdays—throughout the month of November—from 5-7 p.m., the special is …
Thursday, November 4
Wednesday, November 3
Four Shillings Short at Fenians
America and Ireland since 1997. THURSDAY: NOV 11, 8:30 - 11:30PM , FENIANS PUB
The music of Four Shillings Short combines the talents of native Irishman, Aodh Og O'Tuama and Californian, Christy Martin in a fascinating and spirited feast of Celtic, Folk and World …
The Best in Sports in the Next 7 Days
College football: Louisville at Memphis (6:30 p.m., ESPN): A Memphis victory would give Southern Miss sole possession of first place in the CUSA.
[Music] That Which We Call a Rose
Lovers of ancient music are in for a treat Nov. 6 when The Rose Ensemble performs in Jackson for the first time. Starting at 7:30 p.m. at St. Philip's Episcopal …
The Future Is for the Passionate
Whew, that's over. Or maybe it is. As I type this, it is Election Day, and our blogs are on fire over this election. Jakob just showed up wearing his …
Part-Time Justice
<b>Poor State Prisoners Shorted on Legal Help</b>
A recent town meeting in Jackson highlighting prisoner abuse in the state's penal system offered a peek at another legal issue plaguing many Mississippians who find themselves on the wrong …
[Chick] A Single Girl Shows Her Hand
Dating can be a pain in the butt. Dates don't call back. Or they do call back and call too often. Or they have commitment issues. Or they bore your …
[Spann] Without Dodging a Single Bullet
I watched the previews on television all week with apprehension. I thought, "Please don't let it be Mississippi." I've never been ashamed of Mississippi, though I've often renounced the racists …
Hello, Farish
After years in the making, Farish Street is on her way to being renovated into an entertainment district that many hope will rival Beale Street in Memphis. The city announced …
A ‘Mixed Blessing'
Along with the history of segregation and inequality among elementary and secondary education in the state, the state's historically black state universities, called HBCUs, have endured a longstanding tradition of …
Nathan Glenn
When Nathan Glenn, now 29, was growing up, his parents would check him out of school to "help toast bread or wash dishes" at one of their restaurants. After graduating …
Righteous Babe
Ani DiFranco on Art, Activism and Life Beyond the Election
Ani DiFranco is a prolific singer, songwriter and guitarist who has produced 20 of her own albums in the past 15 years. She is known for her gripping lyrics, percussive …
Hammered!!!
"Woe unto them that rise up early in the morning, that they may follow strong drink." (Isaiah 5:11).
It's Mourning in America
Rick Perlstein of The Village Voice writes:
Faith, Certainty and the Presidency of George W. Bush
Here is the must-read New York Times Magazine profile of George W. Bush that is garnering so much attention. It starts with this quote from Reagan policy adviser Bruce Bartlett …
Old Capitol Museum Concerts
Old Capitol Museum Concerts - Dec. 12, 3 p.m. The Oakdale Elementary Singers, Brandon. Dec. 19, 3 p.m. Saint Andrew's Cathedral Choir. State St. 576-6920.
Tuesday, November 2
Returns: National Elections
OK, it's getting there. Polls will start closing soon. Please use this thread to discuss the returns as they come in.
Returns: Local & State Elections
Use this blog to discussion Mississippi and Jackson elections. Yes, non-Jacksonians are welcome. Here's to America and freedom.
JFP Election After-Party, Blogging at Soulshine
After you vote Tuesday, head to Soulshine in the Hal & Mal's complex to watch the returns on the big-screen TV, and either celebrate or drown your sorrows–Happy Hour prices …
Open Thread: Catharsis
If it doesn't fit somewhere else, say it here. Don't libel or toss around ad hominems, though. Otherwise, get it off your chest, serious or not.
Open Thread: Media & How They're Doing
I'm getting a little tired of all the hopeful predictions from media that this one is going to be just like Florida. They seem to be relishing the idea, because …
Open Thread: Post Exit Polls, Predictions Here
All, use this thread from here on out to share exit polling info and such. We'll start an actual Returns thread when the polls close.
[Stiggers] Comb Yo' Head, Wear a Weave, Iron Yo' Clothes
Ladies and gentlemen! The Ghetto Science Team's Get Out and Vote Initiative presents Grandma Pookie's motivational pep talk.
Your Voting Experience
Use this blog to discuss your voting experience rather than posting on off-topic blogs. Feel free to share your stories here regarding election day!
Just In: USM Ballots Missing; Protest Planned
It starts. We just got this from LiveJournal tonight from "ThatGuy":
A protest is being organized for tomorrow for all disenfranchised students. please call Kim Dixon at 601-266-3385 for more information. [...]
Is Mississippi a Swing State?
The JFP has been telling readers for weeks that the presidential race is much closer than people think in Mississippi. We reported Sept. 30 on the state-by-state poll by the …
Monday, November 1
Keep the Faith
All, this is an example of what I mean. A Jackson woman I've never met took the quote I posted this a.m. and made this image for me.
Tigers' Revival
There's good news and bad news for many Jackson State football fans: The good, the Tigers have won two straight games and appear to have turned their season around. The …
Wow: Look At Them Web Stats!
More and more people keep discovering the JFP site/blog, and sticking around. Here are our numbers for October 1-31, 2004: Total Sessions (Visits): 54,262
Chemical Brothers New Single and Album Announced
On January 18th The Chemical Brothers return with "Galvanize", a full blooded pulsing dance-floor anthem, featuring the vocal talents of the legendary Q-tip. From its pounding bass to its classic …
Why I'm Voting for George W. Bush
Although it is clear that the JFP has fully endorsed John Kerry, we would like to offer a forum for those who support George W. Bush to give us the …
John Lennon CDS & George Harrison DVD out
Today, November 2nd, Capitol Records releases two John Lennon albums: the new John Lennon Acoustic and a remixed and remastered version of Lennon's classic Rock 'n' Roll with bonus tracks, …
Jazz, Blues and More Concerts
Jazz, Blues and More Concerts - Fri., Dec. 17. The third Friday each month at the Alamo Theater, 333 Farish St. 7:30 p.m. $5. Sherrill Holly- Saxophones; Nathan Hunter- Keyboards; …
