The Apples in Stereo @ the Billiken Club, 5/4/2010

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Local Profile: Evan Sult & Paige Brubeck



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Among the neighborhood locals, Evan Sult and Paige Brubeck's Sleepy Kitty Graphic Arts is often referred to as Cherokee Street's foremost storefront-less business.  But the company's lack of an "Open" sign and welcome mat doesn't do anything to dissuade the duo's fervent passion for their block.  Eleven caught up with Sleepy Kitty's co-owners to discuss Cherokee, late nights, and fine cuisine.  See more of their work at http://sleepykittyarts.co.nr, and catch highlights from our interview below.

Q+A:

Could you drum up some experience, or some story that happened that made you just say “Man, that’s Cherokee?”

Paige: It happens all the time.  Recently we were walking down the street when we heard some…positive sounds…and we look and we heard the Peat mobile and a ton of people in costume doing a photoshoot for Cinco de Mayo.  Just in the middle of the day in front of Latino Americana, Peat Wollager and his awesome truck.  And we’re just like…that’s Cherokee street!  That’s awesome.

Evan:  People talk about St Louis being a small town; we think of it instead as a short story.  It’s a limited cast of characters who play multiple roles that kind of keep recurring.  It feels…we don’t have a TV…but it feels not unlike TV where you walk down the street and there’s this sort of unrealistic number of familiar faces, and situations that you get to see unfold right in front of you.  It’s really rewarding to feel like you’re part of this ongoing narrative. And new people are kind of cycling in and out of the narrative, but the narrative is engrossing.  Just being a part of the street is engrossing.

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On the Road: the Hangout Beach Music & Arts Festival

Which way to the beach?  For all of you weekend warriors, head south to Gulf Shores, AL, for the inaugural run of the Hangout Beach Music & Arts Festival this weekend from May 14th – 16th.  The Roots, John Legend, Girl Talk, and a host of other great bands and artists will be playing ON THE BEACH, which gives us three days to build a Gateway Arch shaped sand castle.  Check out the June issue of Eleven for the debriefing.  Surf’s up!

This entry was written by Eleven Magazine, posted on May 12, 2010 at 4:52 pm, filed under Upcoming and tagged , . Leave a comment or view the discussion at the permalink.

Preview: Ozomatli @ the Duck Room at Blueberry Hill, 5/14

Ozomatli aren’t afraid to mix it up – fusing elements of funk, hip-hop, latin styles, and about anything else they can get their hands on, the group is truly a melting pot of musical ingredients.  Though scheduled to serve as cultural ambassadors overseas in Asia later this summer, Ozomatli is stopping in the Lou this Saturday to show the Midwest some love. (more…)

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Local Profile: Mike Glodeck

A newcomer to business in the Cherokee Street neighborhood, Foam Coffee & Beer is steadily building its rep as one of the hippest destinations for drinks or conversation in St. Louis.  If you’ve already visited Eleven’s latest Neighborhood of the Month, you might have stopped by for a cup of joe or a break from walking out in the sun. If you’re still hunting for an excuse to head over, however, then Black James’ live set at 9pm tomorrow might be just the ticket you need.

Eleven interviewed Foam’s owner, Mike Glodeck, for his take on building a business from the ground-up in one of the  most up-and-coming parts of town.

Q+A:

Tell me about how you found yourself on Cherokee Street.

I spent some time looking at all the different commercial districts in the city.  I wanted to be part of some kind of a community….and Cherokee has that potential.  You know, you already have that on the Loop you have that in the CWE, but I was really excited to get in on the ground floor here.

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This entry was written by Josh Petersel, posted on May 7, 2010 at 3:09 pm, filed under Local Profile and tagged , , . Leave a comment or view the discussion at the permalink.

Album Leaf @ The Luminary Center for the Arts, 4/24/2010

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OK Go @ the Old Rock House, 4/18/2010

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When you are touring with dynamite acts like garage revivalists The Booze and psychedelic glam rockers Earl Greyhound opening for you, you had better be prepared to kick some ass when you take the stage as headliner.  OK Go is hip to this and arrived at the Old Rock House armed with confetti cannons, hand bells, their own light show, and enough party-starting rock to hold their own on a fantastic triple bill.  On a packed stage in a packed house, all three bands came, saw and conquered.

This entry was written by Corey Woodruff, posted on May 6, 2010 at 4:02 pm, filed under Live and tagged , , , . Leave a comment or view the discussion at the permalink.

Issue 6.8 on the Streets

Hey Everyone,

Issue 6.8 is on the streets.  Go pick one up at your favorite mom & pop shop.  If you want to sneak a peek at the table of contents, or leave us your thoughts on an article, head over to the Issue 6.8 page (conveniently located in the navigation area to your right).  Enjoy!

Yours Truly,
Eleven Staff

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Tonight: The Shed @ the Gramophone

The Shed is a weekly event that St. Louis needs – every Wednesday night, the Gramophone hosts an open mic / musician workshop / recording opportunity / hangout for people looking for a place to demo new material, collaborate with others, or just chill and listen to new music.  A backline of instruments will be provided, and there’s no cover!  That means there isn’t a good reason to miss this – come to the Shed and be part of an innovative, music-creating experience.

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Photos: The AP Tour @ Pops, 4/14/2010

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