By Hannah Eckert
Music is the most powerful, purest form of art. It uplifts the soul, connects
people, and communicates emotions. If you know me, you know that I love
sharing and talking about my favorite artists or songs of that given time.
Some friends and I compiled a list of our top jams during September. There’s
no running theme, just the music that’s been on our minds lately.
Hope you enjoy it!
Porcupine Tree - In Absentia (2002)
What’s good - If 90’s Swedish heavy metal and late 60’s U.K. progrock had
a baby, it would be Porcupine Tree. Their 2002 album, In Absentia is lyrically
haunting and encompasses a perfect blend between progressive rock and heavy
metal. Weird, twisted, beautifully dark - plus a bonus, it’s about serial killers
“It’s creative. The lyrics are deep and meaningful…music is nothing short of
genius and there’s a great story behind the band” - Doug White
Thanks for sharing Doug!
King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard
What’s good - This seven person band is incredibly talented because of their
dynamic discography sound. They’ve got an obscure 60’s psychedelic influence
mixed with Melbourne’s surf rock vibes. Not to mention, they released five (!!!)
albums in just one year which, for the quality, is unheard of
“I find most new music through Discover Weekly on Spotify. Their song Sense
popped up and I fell in love with their peculiar pop and psychedelic rock sound
after that.” - Taryn Westin
Love this one, Taryn, thanks!
Khruangbin - Mordechai (2016)
What’s good - On the surface, Khruangbin’s electric funk can be a little
repetitive. But if you scratch that surface just a little bit, you’ll explore a diverse
world with meaningful lyrics derived from each member’s cultural background.
Mordechai is such a classic piece of art because of its funky Spanish influence
fused with echoey, harmonious singing. Definitely a top pick for me.
Ozark Mountain Daredevils
What’s good - What isn’t? A good blend of 1970’s southern country rock and
bluegrass, this is one of those rare artists that bring together your country folk,
bohemians, older generations and new.
Lettuce - Resonate (2019)
What’s good - 2020 Grammy nominee, Lettuce, is one of my favorite bands
of all time. Mostly instrumental (except for Big Tony’s much anticipated verses),
it’s funky, groovy, soulful sounds are distinctly their own style. Newly released,
Resonate complements their already impressive collection of lively tunes. Lettuce
tours around the southeast pretty often, so I’m looking forward to seeing them
when live music picks up again!
14 TYBEE BEACHCOMBER | OCT 2020
Memo From
The Mayor
By Mayor Shirley Sessions
Life is what happens
when you’re too busy
making other plans!
The year 2020 started off with such hope, the year of 20/20
vision, Tybee’s community was full of a sense of excitement, energy
and expectations of wonder. Buzz words like renourishment, strategic
planning, economic growth, unity, quality of life, and infrastructure
improvements were part of our everyday language. We were celebrating
a freshly renourished beach, which was sure to be the backdrop
for locals and visitors to enjoy greater fun in the sun, the revised
Downtown Development Committee and Tourism Council were working
with businesses and organizations to ensure stronger economic growth
for our community. Strategic planning sessions were well underway
among council and staff for reviewing budgeting programs that would
enhance our infrastructure, city services, nonprofits and a better overall
experience for residents and visitors alike.
Suddenly new words and phrases with new meanings started
popping up, and 2020 began looking very different and very unfamiliar.
No longer the sense of wonder, excitement, and energy that had been
anticipated, but something unknown, scary and shocking. COVID-19,
Coronavirus, Pandemic, quarantined, social distancing, shelter in place,
flattening the curve, facemasks, PPE, new normal, ZOOM, drive-thru
testing, positive results, negative results – you get the picture! Our
community, state, country, and the world were all struggling to find
ways to deal with the safety and well-being of all.
Tybee’s officials, staff, residents, businesses, nonprofits had to learn
fast exactly what steps were needed in order to rearrange life as we
so recently had known it and now learn how to create a “new-norm”
and move forward. My sincerest gratitude and appreciation to every
individual and group who took on this unknown challenge, often with
reservations, questions and concerns as to whether they were making
the right choices. Decisions were made that were not and may still not
be popular or convenient. We all continue to struggle as we weigh the
consequences and outcomes of the decisions that we all are still being
forced to make.
I am so proud of our community and to our City Council members, City
Manager, Police, Fire, Public Works, Parking Services, and Administrative
staff, I can never say thank you enough for your professionalism, unity,
perseverance and positive attitudes that you have shown during the
worst of times. I am honored to be among you all.
Life really IS what happens to us while we’re too busy making other
plans. I’m just hopeful that it will be lemonade, not lemons, next time!
(Please visit our website: cityoftybee.org to learn about how you can get
help through United Way’s 211 if needed, or complimentary facemasks
delivered to your business, as well as the latest city news, updates and
announcements.)
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