Cristina Córdova MUSICElegant Melodies of Simpler Times A homegrown performer with a sound reminiscent of Jack Johnson or Simon and Garfunkel, Alex Goldfarb takes the stage tonight at the 331 Club. His crystal clear voice and elegant melodies spin yarns of sunny days and simpler times. Don’t be fooled, however, by Goldfarb’s seemingly straightforward themes. His tunes … Read more
How come Britt Robson is not listed on the main page of the website? He’s all I read from The Rake—that is the sentiment of a few of my friends as well (all Wolves fans). He’s always amongst the most popular/e-mail articles as well. Let’s get Britt up at the top of the page! Author(s) … Read more
I cannot tell you how happy I am to see Jeremy Iggers’s byline in your magazine. I have missed his informed, careful criticism. He is a class act every time, and I truly appreciate his thoughtfulness. I’ll be thrilled to continue to read him in The Rake. How about reviving his column on ethics? Author(s) … Read more
Imagine my surprise that another Twin Cities left-wing rag has a year-end list that is strictly to bash conservatives — which, of course, always focuses on Michele Bachmann, the only true conservative this state has sent to congress. By the way, Bachmann’s bridge bill was a stand-alone bill to pay only for the 35W bridge … Read more
WINE & DINE Wine after Work: Port, Sherry, and Madeira Wine implies sophistication, classiness, and for many, mystery. If you love wine, but have always felt a little intimidated by it, then Wine After Work is the thing for you. In a casual and laidback setting, you (and perhaps a few friends) will learn about … Read more
THEATER & PERFORMANCEHeads Will Roll, Blood Will Flow William Shakespeare’s epic revenge tragedy, Titus Andronicus, opens this weekend. Directed by Paul von Stoetzel, and starring Charles Hubbell, this Cromulent Shakespeare Company production tells the brutal, yet beautifully poetic story of revenge between Roman General Titus and Tamora Queen of the Goths. Expect a great deal … Read more
“Who doesn’t love Sam and Sylvia Kaplan?” [January] Well, I guess I don’t. Nothing personal; it’s just that they stand for everything I dislike about politics and “progressives.” Secretive meetings held behind closed doors; politicians groveling for the Kaplans’ approval; the Twin Cities’ elite hobnobbing at invitation-only soirees. It reeks of the cronyism the Kaplans … Read more
Somehow, the September Rake still lays around, and I re-read “The Roman Arch” [Good Intentions] every few days. It must be good writing. Author(s) and Location: Bill Kinghorn, St. Michael Letter Type: Letter
As dead-on as Colleen Kruse always is [“Satan in the Litter Box,” January], James Boswell may have said it best in his couplet: The only problem with a kitten is that / Eventually it becomes a cat! On the QT to Ms. Kruse: A helium balloon tied to an unsuspecting tail can yield hours of … Read more
MUSICLearn about the Bird and the Bee, LA Style The middle of January may be the best time to warm up to The Bird And The Bee’s stylish, airy continental pop sounds. Steeped in bossa nova, solid-gold AM pop and classic new wave, this fetching boy/girl duo from LA are favorites of both critics and … Read more