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I Carrington's debut mirrors jazz greats I By Kelly Anders Staff Reporter Terri Lyne Carrington Real Life Story Polygram Records, Inc. Terri Lyne Carrington is one of those exceptionally talented musi cians that blows the crowd away at jazz festivals. The woman’s music is fantastic. At 23, Carrington has played with more jazz greats than some musicians two and three limes her age. She’s jammed with Nat Addcrly, Max Roach, Pharoah Sanders and Kevin Eubanks and has toured with Wayne Shorter, David Sanborn and Stan Now the drummer on The Arsenio Hall Show, Carrington made her tele vision debut performing on WCVB TV’s “The Good Day Show” at age 10. She was featured on * ‘Zoom” and the film “Beat Street” during the fol lowing several years. Readers’ Digest called her “a musical role model” when she was 11. She played her first solo club date at 14. Her debut album, “Real Life Story,” is nothing short of excellent. Carrington plays drums and sings lead vocals. Joined by wcll-knowns such as Dianne Reeves, Patrice Rushcn, Carlos Santana, Wayne Shorter and Grover Washington, Jr., this album is exceptional fusion. Each artist’s trademark talents mesh beautifully while Carrington is simultaneously showcased throughout. Although all the songs are good, several of them are awesome. High lights are “More Than Woman,” “Obstacle Illusion,” “Human Revo lution” and “Message True.” More Than Woman ” is by far the best song on the album. A melange of reggae, jazz and acoustic guitar, the song has an easy, sexy and strong beat. And what lyrics. Her voice sounding a bit like Phoebe Snow, Carrington more than adequately in forms her ex that he’s obviously still in love with her, but he’s not worthy of her. Denver native Diane Reeves, a great chanteuse in her own right, sings background vocals. Greg Osby’s saxophone solo is marvelous. “Obstacle Illusion” is a hard-driv ing, powerful and intense piece. Drums and keyboards are the only instruments used, with Patrice Rushcn on the synthesizer. It’s a very well-done, almost fanatically paced work that demands the listeners atten tion and doesn’t let go until the last note fades. African influenced “Human Revolution” has a complex tempo. Another reggae and jazz mix, this I Youth no bar to success By Kelly Anders Staff Reporter Myleka Myleka MCA Records Youthful Myleka is no novice when it conies to performing. At 17, she’s been singing for almost a decade and has recently released her first album, “Myleka.” albugo Although she’s got some maturing to do as an artist, her album is pretty good. Consisting mostly of uptempo cuts, “Myleka” is nothing innova tive or different. It is well-made rhythm and blues. Beginning her performing career at the age of 8, she later appeared at charity events, talent contests, fash ion shows and on cable television broadcasts. At 13, she won first place at Harlem’s Apollo Theater during the Amateur Night competition. Later that same year, she partici pated in the Apollo’s “All Star Re view” competition, which featured all previous top prize winners. After singing “I’m Telling You,” from the Broadway show “Drcamgirls,” Myleka captured first place, making her the Apollo Amateur Night’s grand prize winner. The album starts with “Smooth Talk,” an upbeat tune with sassy lyr ics. She tells anyone listening not to believe or get attached to someone who talks insincerely. I - . '■IK'.’Tg—If1 — “Don’t let him steal your heart away,” she warns. “You’re not the only one.” “Confess” follows. The beat’s catchy and danccablc, and the synthe sizer is especially nice. It has a new wave sound to it The bass isn’t show cased but it’s really strong. In this song, Myleka insists she’s the best and dares her man to admit he wants someone else. In one of the best ballads on the album, “Trust in Me,” Myleka as sures the guy in her life that they can always be together if there’s trust in their relationship. It has the melodic and smooth sound reminiscent of good ballads of the early ’70s. The use of the synthesizer, bass and saxo phone is excellent. The best song on the album is “Love Is.” Possessing great lyrics and a better beat, this tune shows Myleka will improve with age. The words are simultaneously in quisitive and wise. Myleka asks ques tions such as how to predict romance, and why relationships are such a chance. Her conclusions are very sensible and a bit idealistic. “Love is giving, learning to trust, sharing dreams and saying ‘us,’” she sings. The accompanying music has a great beat and bass. It’s hard to sit still to this one. Although this album is no blow to the mind, overall it’s pleasant and consistently good. It’s obvious a lot of preparation went into its release. Myleka seems to take herself seri ously. It won’t be long before every one else does, too. ^ 1 ———-1 song features a stunning guitar solo by Carlos Santana. Carrington chants and scats the lyrics with a Grace Jones edge. “Human Revolution, a worldwide constitution must be established. Let’s start with individual happi ness,” Carrington sings. ‘‘Message True” sports a slightly Calypso-styled beat, yet sounds like it could’ve been released by fusion art ists such as Bob James or David Grusin. Rushen is great on the piano, as is Grover Washington Jr. on the tenor saxophone. “Real Life Story” is an extraordi nary debut aibum. Carrington’s next release is definitely something to look forward to. lnumphant movie tells true story of high school drug deals, violence From Staff Reports “Lean on Me” is a triumphant movie about the true story of New York City’s Eastside High School. moyip ! The film, directed by John Avildsen (“Rocky” and “Karate Kid”), captures the spirit of the man behind the bullhorn, JoeClark, played by Morgan Freedman. The film starts with images of a decaying school. Drug deals and vio lence take place within the walls of the building. Then comes Joe Clark, who gets one year to turn the school around and produce results. With baseball bat and bullhorn he takes his unorthodox style I and puts it to use to make the world a better place. The main conflict in the movie occurs between Clark and the leaders of parent groups and fire officials, when he chains the doors to keep hoodlums out. The film takes a close look at the story that has grabbed headlines across the country. On the outside Clark looks like a brute with no feel ings but inside he really cares about his students. Instead of focusing on the baseball bat or bullhorn, the script captures the entire person. Clark meets those who oppose him head on and handles his students’ personal problems with the same intensity. Although fiction, the film seems to be a truthful portrayal of Clark. Much of the movie was shot in the actual halls of Eastside High. A story needs to be pumped up for film but Clark’s life exceeds any movie. Freedman’s performance adds depth to the character. His acting is flawless. The film has many dramatic confrontations with those who don’t see the world as he docs. The scenes are beautifully per formed and capture the audience. Many times cheers came from the crowd watching as Freedman triumphs. It’s a ‘‘feel good” movie. However, Freedman’s character isn’t a candy-coated picture of Clark showing only great things. Instead it takes an entire look at die man who has made a lasting impression on education. * ‘Lean on Me’ ’ is showing at Plaza 4 theaters. :-1 Mark Blazek University of Nebraska • 1st Team Football/ University Division • Linebacker • Social Science Education Major • 3.965 GPA • Senior • Hometown: Valparaiso, NE • John Kroeker University of Nebraska • 1st Team Football/ University Division • Punter • Business Administration Major • 3.558 GPA • Senior • Hometown: Henderson, NE • John Nelson University of Nebraska • 2nd Team Football/ University Division • Offensive Lineman • Management Major • 3.568 GPA • Senior • Hometown: Minden, NE • Congratulations to the GTE Academic All-Americans.® They are the leaders of the team. But what makes them even more special is their out standing academic records. They are the GTE Academic All-Americans, selected by the College Sports Information Directors of America (CoSIDA) for being high achievers— in the game as well as the classroom. GTE is proud to be the official sponsor of this 37-year-old program and congratulates these student-athletes on their Academic All-American achievements. GTE Academic All-America Team SELECTED BY CoSIDA THE POWER IS ON •Academic All-America is a registered service mark with the US. Paleni and Irademark Office 1 1