August 6, 2006 by Bill Gould, Publisher.

By Jourdan Sales and Supreeya for fullvaluereview.com

15 North:

With amazing stage presence and a classic rock n roll sound, 15 North rocked the Temecula CRC on July 29. They all may look young, but they have the talent of professionals who have been doing it their whole lives. Lead vocalist and guitarist Samuel Larson has a strong and powerful voice that can capture anyones attention. The guitar riffs of Larson and Taylor Lucker ripped. Being the first time seeing them live, I was pretty impressed. I think anyone watching 15 North for the first time would have to agree with me.

The Outside View:

The Outside View is an amazing band. They have lots of energy. The Outside View really gets the crowd wild. They four members really know how to put on an intense show. With two guitars, one bass, and one drummer, The Outside View plays great rock music to listen to. As leading man Sal sits on the rim of the stage, a fan comes up close to take a quick picture with him. Other fans stare in envy, and hope for the other members to do the same.

Jupiter:

Did someone scream dance party!? Of course you head right. That is just what you get when you go to see Jupiter. With a machine backing up two guitarists, one bassist, drummer, and vocals, Jupiter is a combination of rock and electronic. All members are very in tune with the crowd. They save the best song for last. The crowd resembles the rapid waves of the ocean.

Inverse:

The room is more crowded now with this band. The band begins their set and fans draw close to the stage. They know that this is going to be a great show because they know that Inverse, the great band that they have come to see will be most amazing. This will be an exciting show because it features special guest Sal of The Outside View. Drums, guitars, bass, and a piano put on a great show with the mixture of their sounds. The sight of the multi colored lights only draws the attention of your eyes, because your ears are now fully for their great music. Check them out some time because it’s a great experience.

Drysdale:

Multi colored lights flash the performers as they start with their opening song Not for You. Drysdale, once only four members, is now joined with their fifth member Mike Jordan. As if it was one of many, his performance is more that amazing. The rest of the band is still rocking just as hard as always, pleasing the fans. Guitar player Steve trips a few times; the crowd laughs because they think he is rad. The Erok on bass stands on the edge of the stage and the audience looks up at him. As the set ends, singer Doug remains lying down behind drummer Chris, still singing the final bit of their last song.

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August 6, 2006 by Bill Gould, Publisher.

August 5 2006 By Jourdan Sales for fullvaluereview.com

Darlin Maudie:
Two brothers from Wichita, Kansas are the founding members of Darlin Maudie. Being [now] the only two members of the band, they hold more than enough entertainment for any show to be played. They bring some props that are pretty rad and many people enjoy their shows. One of their props is a small trampoline that the two use the jump up and down on. They both play Fender guitars with a computer machine that takes care of their drumming. Older brother of the two, Mike, plays a Fender Telecaster, while the younger brother Nick plays a Fender Strat.

Mouthful of Snow:
Ever so local members of Mouthful of Snow are from no other place but Temecula, California. Their sound is sort of experimental and really rocks the local band scene. Guitarist Kyle sings to the crowd, while to his left, member Danilo works with his programming and key board. In the back drumming away is Christian, and in front of him is bassist Conner. The music that they create together has a very steady beat and their many fans love their tunes. Mouthful of Snow has some short songs, but all are equally great.

The Breakup:
The Breakup is a pretty rad band with a pop rock/pop punk sound and they play it shamelessly. There isn’t any segregation of men and women in this band. The lead singer and drummer are both chicks with three rad dudes in the band along with them. Bassist Francis creates an easy bop your head beat. The Breakup is a really fun band, and they really get the crowd moving and grooving. Everyone should give them a shot if they enjoy music that spreads a smile across their face and makes them feel good. The Breakup is the new ecstasy; get addicted.

Nurses:
Nurses is one of the most insanely great bands of Temecula. Ever member is mad crazy. Bringing in a strong crowd is something that Nurses does best. With a very unique sounds musically, they can’t be compared to too many bands. Vocally is different, the trippy singer sounds similar to that of The Blood Brothers. Nurses are an extremely amazing band, so make sure to check their tour dates. It is a real shame if you missed one of their gigs.

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August 6, 2006 by Bill Gould, Publisher.

Dogs tied outside can unintentionally hang themselves, be bullied or attacked by other animals or humans who pass by, or accidentally spill their water or food. Greater Nashville Animal Welfare’s (GNAW) goal is to educate Nashville area dog owners about the dangers of tethering dogs and reduce the chances of fatal dog attacks in our community.

This non-profit educational organization was founded in 2003 by Nashville resident, Natalie Corwin. During her daily walks with her dog, Sophie, she noticed many dogs were tied to stationary objects 24 hours a day. Several of these dogs seemed aggressive, and she even witnessed a dog nearly hang itself on its chain when it jumped over a 4 foot fence. After making calls to several city agencies, Natalie realized that the owners were not breaking any laws, so legally nothing could be done.

Dogs chained outside lead miserable lives. Many of them are isolated from social interaction for most of their lives, which animal behaviorists agree is the cruelest part about chaining. After prolonged periods of time, they can become aggressive. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention concurred that chained dogs are nearly 3 times more likely to bite, which is why chaining your dog is not only dangerous to them, but also to the people around them.

Over the past 3 and a half years, GNAW has been reaching the community by attending festivals, neighborhood association meetings, creating an educational video, and teaching neighbors how to compassionately address the issue where they live. Recording artist and prominent Nashville resident Emmylou Harris has even joined the campaign, as she feels that “the humane treatment of animals speaks directly to the quality of life for animals and people alike; [it is] a reflection of us as a society, of Nashville as a city, and a testament to our better nature”.

Through the educational activities of GNAW, concerned citizens have created a bill to promote safer tethering. Bill No. 2006-1137 is sponsored by Council Representatives Jim Shulman and Billy Joe Walls. It had the first reading at the Metro Council meeting on August 1, 2006. The topic will be discussed in the Health and Hospitals Committee on August 15, 2006, and will receive a second reading later that evening at the Metro Council Meeting. Emmylou Harris will be attending the committee meeting and talking about the issue, along with representatives from local and national organizations with interests in the bill.

For more information on tethering and GNAW, contact Natalie Corwin at natalie@gnaw-tn.org or (615)364-9236 or visit www.GNAW-TN.org.

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