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|august.27.01

arts1.Tragic Plane Crash U.S. singer and actress Aaliyah, whose 1994 solo debut album, "Age Ain't Nothing But A Number," sold more than a million copies and catapulted her to fame, was killed in a plane crash Aug. 25 on an island in the Bahamas. She was 22. Eight others aboard the twin-engine Cessna, all U.S. citizens, were killed when the plane crashed shortly after takeoff at Marsh Harbour International Airport, on the island of Abaco, authorities said. There were no survivors, and the cause of the crash remains under investigation, said Sgt. Ernest Rahming, of the Royal Bahamas Police Force. Aaliyah, a New York resident, had been on the islands, which are about 170 miles east of south Florida, filming a music video and was bound for an airport in Opa-Locka, Fla., Rahming said. Her meteoric rise from a 15-year-old talent to new artist-to-watch was built on her sultry voice, sexy attitude and movie star looks. arts1

arts2.MosCon XXIII Saturday afternoon I found myself at a table of Hotwheels, playing a demolition derby game named "Car Wars" with guys called "Snores like a Rhino" and Edgar. The Moscow Science Fiction Convention, a.k.a. MosCon XXIII, was definitely different from my typical Saturday afternoons, but it opened my eyes to a culture I'd never been familiar with before. At first, setting foot into the convention was a little intimidating, but that feeling faded and turned into fascination the minute a lady in a Xena Warrior Princess costume (complete with a gold band around her head) welcomed me. The convention, a three-day event held at the University Inn August 24 - 26, draws science fiction fans of all ages and appeals to a variety of interests and genres. Rooms in the hotel's convention center portion showcased activities and guests of honor, while the meals gave everyone a chance to socialize. For example, the "Dealer's Room" displayed works of art, marionettes, comic strips, books, and various items available for auction. The art show featured paintings by Besty Mott, the visiting artist, and included striking representations of Tom Cruise from Interview with a Vampire, Sarah Michelle Gellar from Buffy, and several actors from Star Trek. Other rooms were host to "panels," where the guests of honor led discussions and workshops in which the convention attendees learned tricks of the trade. Tristan McAvery, the Anime guest of honor, led a session in voice acting. Authors read portions of their books, and artists demonstrated techniques to generate creative ideas. arts2

arts3.Troy Dillinger Troy Dillinger has perfected the art of smoking a cigarette out of one side of his mouth and singing out the other. Other than this remarkable feat of physical excellence and showmanship, there was nothing flashy about his performance last Friday night, August 24, at John's Alley. One might say that he was a perfect fit for the venue: slightly gritty, yet clean, and free of frivolous trappings, just like the beer-only bar. Dillinger's attitude and presence were professional, yet amicable and intimate, and his thick Texas accent definitely helped reinforce those qualities. Things might have been different had he thrown a few instruments around. Apparently he's had his share of rowdy experiences. At a live taping of a show on a music network in his hometown of Austin, TX, Dillinger reportedly threw his guitar at an antagonistic cameraman. He may look friendly, but he's not one to mess with. arts3

arts4.How Much Does DMB Rock? The Dave Matthews Band wrapped up their weekend stint at the Gorge Sunday night with an electrifying set of new hits along with a healthy dose of classic favorites. Fans in attendance Sunday night could hardly contain their excitement, erupting several times before the band even took the stage. With the crowd ready to be amazed and about ready to burst with anticipation, the stage was set for the Dave Matthews Band to take the stage and send their slew of fans into a state of bewilderment. What the crowd was about to experience was nothing less than spectacular. The band opened with "#41" off their 1996 release, "Crash." They proceeded to play a set that lasted nearly three hours and included classic DMB songs such as "Satellite," "Drive in Drive Out," and "Jimi Thing," as well as several tunes off their latest release "Everyday." Just as Dave himself promised, the tracks off "Everyday" seem to be evolving as they are played each night. The more pop-heavy tunes from "Everyday" are developing a sound you would expect from the Dave Matthews Band while still keeping their pop sensibility. All Dave Matthews shows are special to fans, but this show seemed to be something different, as the band was saying thank you to all their fans that spent the weekend with them at the Gorge. The set list didn't necessarily include all of the band's hits, but it seemed that it included just about all the songs that you would excpect, such as "All I want to hear is..." A notable high point of the show was when the band performed "Grey Street," one of the songs scrapped with the "Lillywhite Sessions." The band showed their chops with this track, letting it all out with some superb jams and just an amazing song. The band closed their set out with an exciting and reworked "Ants Marching." Even though the song has been played millions of times on the radio, there is no substitute for hearing such a classic Dave Matthews track live with the energy that can only come from a band who loves what they are doing every night. The band came back for an encore and played "Angel From Montgomery" and "JTR," another track that was set to be on the never released "Lillywhite Sessions." Hearing songs such as "JTR" and "Grey Street," which were originally set to be released earlier this year, is a painful reminder of what fans have been wondering: Will the "Lillywhite Sessions" ever be released? It appears that Dave Matthews is the only one who knows the answer to that question. The annual Dave Matthews Band weekend at the Gorge was capped off with the band in top form. Look forward to the band returning to the Gorge next summer when their non-stop tour continues.

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