The documentary features studio footage of the making of the band’s new EP, ” along with vignettes designed by each of Olas’ eight members.
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Eat and Run: Back Cove BBQ & Pizzeria, Portland
An old neighborhood eatery gets a new emphasis on barbecue and pizza, with plenty of other choices too.
CD Review: From a cabin in the woods emerges ‘Grrr Boo Hiss’
All of the key elements that make up the if and it signature sound are still in place.
Gifts to groove to
Our holiday tip sheet features some CDs and some vinyl, with input from a couple of local music savants.
Happy hobbitdays for Maine builders of Shire-like abodes
The new film stirs interest in the whimsical structures with curved roofs, circular doors and round windows.
What Ales You: Miller’s time well-spent writing of regional brewers
A beer columnist from Massachusetts says he supports New England brewers ‘because they are good and produce great beer.’
Hot Tickets and Cheap Thrills Dec. 13, 2012
Reverend Horton Heat at Port City Music Hall / Buyable art at Photo A Go Go / ‘Holiday Hullabaloo’ / Cat show / Soule Monde at Big Easy / A musical gift / Food swap / Merry shopping
Bar Guide: Venture off the beaten path for drinks – or breakfast
Ruski’s Tavern is a typical neighborhood bar in Portland’s West End.
From the Editor: What about Bob? Why no Psy? And other Grammy sights and oversights
The Grammy nominations were announced last week, and, as usual, there were some no-brainers, some head-scratchers and some that made me scream at my computer. There are already way more categories for the Grammys than necessary (Best Regional Roots Music Album? What does that even mean?), but I think there are some special awards that […]
‘Hobbit’ huge for Tolkien’s Maine fans
Jason Dillman doesn’t dress up for just any midnight movie. Sure, there are probably lots of folks who will get in costume for a “Harry Potter” film one month and a “Star Wars” film the next. But for Dillman, it’s all about J.R.R. Tolkien and his pioneering ways in fantasy fiction. Dillman is admiring enough […]