State Press Magazine: September 23, 1999

Cover Story:
today is the birthday of jazz great saxophonist john coltrane. find out what his style meant to the genre.
Also: Check out our list
of must-have jazz cds

Opinion Cafe:
spm reporter kim prendergast does some soul-searching on the importance of having a variety of musical tastes. but if you never listen to yanni, sheÍll understand.

Art Palette:
some artists have funky art that often leaves little to the imagination. but bob carey keeps you guessing with things like a human head trussed up like a wrapped ham.

Motion Pictures:
thora birch talks about the quirks of teenage suburban life as they exist in american beauty, opening this weekend.
Also: Mumford

Local Scene:
that damn show has come and gone, but we were there and caught a few of the highlights. thought you might like a glimpse.

asu jazz professors have contributed to the jazz genre with a tribute to miles davis.

Music Notes:
91.5 is not just another spot on the radio dial. dj blaze lantana for listener-supported kjzz talks about teaching listeners to live, love and learn jazz.

classic jazz musicians had a lasting impact. some of todayÍs rap and hip hop artists have stayed close to jazz roots.

Que Pasa:
It's Thursday, and the weekend's coming up. Here's your guide to figuring out just what's worth doing in this town for the next couple weeks.

Next week:
old movies„ if you donÍt have a favorite one yet, this issue may help you out.
Also: bloodhound gang and goldfinger hit town next weekend. find out what theyÍre up to.


The State Press Magazine is a publication of ASU Student Media. Drop us a line at statepressmag@asu.edu, or call us at (480) 965-1695. Our office is located in the basement of Matthews Center on the ASU campus.