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Friday, October 18, 2019
COMEDY REVIEW : Kyle Dunnigan
Largo is a lovely West Hollywood club, where this week some legends tried out new material on a local audience before some of the content possibly makes it onto a big screen one day- or stays right here in the club as the art of stand-up was fire this week.
It was fun to see famous film director Judd Apatow perform stand up. Opening up for the group, he warmed the crowd excellently with funny and surprisingly relatable daily observations. Morgan Murphy incorporated humorous details of her life without making it sound like therapy. As a frazzled underdog her quirks are charming. Anthony Jeselnik’s humor is quick and confidently dark. Discussing topics that may unsettle some audience members, Jeselnik doesn’t shy away from the taboo. His assertively, neigh- aggressively creepy stage persona compliments the content perfectly.
Kevin Nealon is a legend from his tenure with SNL, the series Weeds and many Adam Sandler films. He is hysterically relevant and his stand-up game is incredibly sharp. To stay funny for so long, as humor has evolved, is no easy feat and from his entrance to the moment he walked off the stage he was strong. His jokes on death were some of the best of the night. The dark topics make the audience think about the uncomfortable fears we all share and inject insightful humor to into that fragile space.
Known for his work on Reno 911 and his over the top web comedies on YouTube and Instagram, Kyle Dunnigan goes beyond stand up and is a well-rounded performer and entertainer. When he’s on stage, you don’t just hear jokes, you are invited to enter his world.
He has a great sense of body presence and movement. He combs the stage surprisingly and humorously to add depth to the performance- Never just standing still telling jokes.
Dunnigan is also surprisingly musically talented. As a musician I appreciate those who can bring comedy and music together. Too many songs are love, blues or party songs and humor is welcomed in the music world. To see a comedian not only skillfully utilize music in their performance, but to make music the subject of the jokes, to poke fun at sound design and soundtrack composers through music, is devilishly sharp. Using music to dissect the music industry is postmodern to a T, in a world where mainstream comedy is filled with awkward humor and nostalgic references Dunnigan’s performance is refreshing. Accompanying Dunnigan for several of the musical numbers was keyboardist Dallas Kruse who added depth to each piece.
Kyle doesn’t stop there. In a progressive use of technology, he incorporates parts of his online acts which require the newest face switching software to be performed live. Combining the tech with elements of improv and impersonation, Dunnigan delivers an outstanding show with great stamina. To be pulled off in conjunction with improve, live on stage is admirable. It’s the type of event not happening anywhere else - A unique night.
Contact your local club to request Dunnigan and friends do a show near you.
Follow these talented comedians on social media and support live local performances. As always stay tuned to Sharks Eat Meat for all your art and culture news.
by John Coulter
https://www.kyledunnigancomedy.com/
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Thursday, October 17, 2019
KCPL STAFF SHOW
The Kansas City Public Library recently curated a wonderful show of artwork created by their librarians and staff members. The Library’s downtown space is columned with beautiful classical architecture that elevates the local artist’s work by framing them in a powerful museum like context. The KCPL’s architecture is as beautiful a space for art as the Nelson Atkins or NYCPL. The reception had an excellent performance by local folk trio “Tiny Escalators.”
My favorite work in the show is “Galaxy Chest” by artist and musician Nash High. “Galaxy Chest” is a sculpture and computer program that generates light patterns from a box. The work resembles a mysterious treasure chest filled with sparkling goods, but instead of being from some long lost time, it hails from the future. The smooth cloth lined box has a glowing screen inside producing original star like patterns that playfully change over time. The “Galaxy Chest” is a wonderful contemporary multimedia sculpture that inspires awe and stirs the imagination.
Other stand out works from the show were Shiela Story’s landscapes. The thick textured paint in Story’s “Kaw Point Bridge” is confidently meaty. The abstract shapes of the bridge against the water make for a striking image. “Streamers Over Used Car Light” by Leslie Case is delightful. The streamers form an abstract pattern with different colors and light much like a Monet landscape where the light is the subject and not the objects themselves. Samantha Edwards’ illustrations colorfully bring popular tales to life with subtly detailed watercolors.
Nicole Brewer’s sublime architecture photography is inspiring. The sense of space in “Corcomroe Abbey” is epic, and captures the magnificence of the locale. David M. Cox’s “Metropolis” features a lovely shot of New York’s Eastern bridges. The black and white scheme calms the chaotic city and allows you to enjoy the details.
Bob Pedersen’s “Handprints” are raw and relatable. David Joiner’s “Mariner” features clean Matisse like patterns and shapes similar to contemporary artist Alyson Khan’s abstractions. Michael Brown’s superhero airbrushing brings a graphic comic style to the groups show. And Jason Bruenn’s ink works such as “Arrowhead” are delightfully detailed. Travis Bird’s sketch digital portraits are refreshing. Modern psychedelic works by Brad Krohe and Marley Bryant are quirky and charming. And Joanna Marsh’s cosmic landscapes are equally fun. “Wildlife Calendar,” a torn paper collage by Clare Hollander, shatters space similar to a Cézanne. Andy Dandino’s sculpture is meaty with a texture similar to a Giacometti or Schiele. Kaite Stover’s “Prairie Night Fire” is a bold landscape of a wildfire at night. Having lived in areas where the mountains glow with fire at night, and it rains ash in the day, I can say their painting captures the intense looming glow of the blaze.
Sculptures, baskets, and textile work on display by Clare Hollander, Kathy Meyer, Debbie Wachs, Ronda Cornelius and Amanda Barnhart are all made delicately with patience. Debbie Gamm’s abstractly quilted “Marti’s Memory” rivals powerhouses like Faith Ringgold or Louise Nevelson. Buddy Hanson’s “Purple Minimal: Handmade” shows a lovely photo of a custom colored handmade bass - crafted with great precision.
Finally, another favorite of mine from the show, “African-American Civil War Soldier” by John Horner captures a piercing and emotional expression from a young face. The psychology in the portrait is rendered immaculately and is powerful and memorable.
Check out all the artists in the show and visit their personal sites to see more of their work. Visit your local KC Public Library to meet some of these friendly faces behind these talented creations. For all your art and culture needs follow SharksEatMeat for daily updates.
Wednesday, October 16, 2019
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Karibik Underwater
Karibik Underwater is a unique band from the DR with a style that’s out of this world, or maybe, from under the sea. The group uses complex Caribbean rhythms with experimental textures to create a sound that’s like an out of control Radiohead beach party. They feature a bold, perception melting synth violin in the forefront that’s sure to get you grooving.
Lead singer and violinist Sunil uses his instrument to transport the listener to new worlds by skillfully utilizing bizarre electronic textures. With both slow bow played harmonies and plucky melodies the violin solos are fire. Sunil does more with his electronic instrument for Latin beats than electric harp virtuoso Kiki Bello, and the experimentation is sure to please fans of music like early Pink Floyd. Sunil maximizes and pushes the limits of what a violin can do by squeezing complex delays and textured vocalizations from the stringed instrument.
The group has a new live session video that’s worth checking out. Catch all the psychedelic vibes here at this link.
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