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One part of the UK is desperate for more tourists and wants to rival Scandinavia.The Welsh tourist board has debuted a new campaign to celebrate joyful experiences in the country in an attempt to attract visitors. The campaign embraces the notion of ‘hwyl’ (pronounced something like “hoo-eel”).Similar to the Danish ‘hygge’ that describes the concept of cosiness and contentment with the joys of life, the Welsh ‘hwyl’ denotes the deep state of joy that comes with being immersed in the moment.“Feel the hwyl. Only in Wales” is the board’s new tagline, enticing visitors to experience the serene landscapes, adventure activities and the croeso (welcome) of the Welsh people.“Whether you’re exploring the rugged coastlines, delving into ancient traditions, or sharing a meal with friends and simply enjoying the warmth of Welsh hospitality, hwyl is a feeling that can transform your visit into an unforgettable experience,” the tourist board said.Rhys Iorwerth, a poet and translator from Caernarfon told the Guardian that Visit Wales’s initiative could be a winner because the word could fit so many scenarios.He said: “The beauty of the word is that it can mean various things. It’s commonly used as a noun to convey joy, fun or merriment. But it can also mean one’s frame of mind, disposition or spirit.“For instance, if you ask someone about their hwyliau – hwyliau is the plural of hwyl – you’re asking them in which mood they’re in. Or alternatively, hwyl can mean one’s journey, course or progress. It’s a wonderfully agile word.”Awel Vaughan-Evans, of the school of psychology at Bangor University, said: “Hwyl comes to life in both relaxing and energetic environments. “On one hand, hwyl can release dopamine, fire neurotransmitters and raise the heartbeat, creating a prolonged sense of euphoria.“Alternatively, it can slow it right down with endorphins reducing stress, causing the entire body to relax. Essentially, hwyl is your own particular form of happiness.”Andrew Hawke, of the University of Wales Dictionary (Geiriadur Prifysgol Cymru) said: “The history of ‘hwyl’ is rather difficult. The basic meaning of the word is ‘a sail’ and it is first recorded in a list of names of letters in the so-called Alphabet of Nemnius from the 9th century – although the meaning of the word in that example is not known.“It is evidently an old word, and has a cognate in Old Irish séol, which also originally meant ‘a sail’ and developed further meanings over time. “It is not certain where these words came from, but they may well have been borrowed from one or more of the Germanic languages, which is where ‘sail’ in English also comes from.“It is, of course, nonsense to say that the word is untranslatable, but it does have a wide range of meanings. It is also used as an informal farewell, ‘Hwyl’, or ‘Hwyl fawr.’”
As Summerfest settled into its guise as a multi-weekend festival, it once again offered something for everyone.
In what may have been the best concert of 2024, former Alabama Shakes songwriter Brittany Howard headlined the BMO Pavilion on Summerfest’s 2024 opening evening. Framed by a Strawberry Solstice full moon, Howard and her band took the stage channeling Alice Coltrane’s cosmic grooves. By the fourth song security personnel were dancing in the aisles.
Kicking off their set in a drizzle, by the time NYC’s The Thing finished the humid weather had turned to merely overcast. None of that fazed the young quartet who hit the ground running at the Generac Power Stage and blazed through a set of dirty ass rock and roll. With a look circa 1975 and playing vintage gear to match they moved from heavy riff rockers to mid-tempo proto stoner jams to freakout raveups.
You want democracy in action? In addition to the drum solo, both guitarists took turns at the center mic for lead vocals. On these tunes, with a frontline of supporting voices, The Thing was at its best. Democracy in action part two: Even though Summerfest runs a tight ship schedule wise, when the set ended and the crowd made enough noise, vocalist-bassist Zane Acord looked at stage manager who shrugged his shoulders and The Thing obliged with another tune.
Highlights of Tracy Bonham’s Summerfest show included “The Uncertain Sun,” a Covid-era song Bonham thought she “wrote for someone else but realized it was for herself” and “Devil’s Got Your Boyfriend.” The latter playfully grooved on a slinky rhythm and as the band jammed a bit, Bonham strapped on an electric guitar plugged into the small, battered tweed amplifier and cut loose with a finale that suggested the primacy of Link Wray and the undefined skronk of Marc Ribot. Yet, it was a few guitarless trio tunes that were evidence that Bonham’s impact would be much more powerful in a club setting.
Legends in Action
In October Stevie Wonder signaled life beyond the upcoming election. Wonder’s short tour with the long name, “Sing Your Song! As We Fix Our Nation’s Broken Heart,” filled Fiserv Forum with a message of hope for the future. Early in the show Wonder delivered “Master Blaster” and “Higher Ground,” a pair of tunes that had folks moving, grooving and dancing in the aisles. The blast of funk made it easy to imagine a full dance floor, had it not been filled with seats. Maybe what was most impressive was how personal this show felt. It didn’t seem like an arena show. It was organic, with storytelling, humor and a bit of grit. It’s long been obvious that while Steve Wonder is a pro, his humanity always takes the spotlight.
In a night filled with musical chops galore, octogenarian Herbie Hancock and his group played a concert ripe in equal parts soul and humanity, with subtle dynamic shifts and nods to technology.
Chrissie Hynde never had a Plan B. It seems she willed herself into leading a band that played rock and roll. That was never more evident than Monday night when Hynde’s band the Pretenders played a free-range set at the Riverside Theater that included songs from the band’s 2023 album Relentless and “Stop Your Sobbing,” the Kinks cover they recorded in 1979 which appeared on their flawless debut album—and a plenty of material from in-between.
Utilizing the time-tested recipe of two guitars, bass and drums, the band served Hynde’s songwriting and her vocals—that bell-like vibrato and idiosyncratic phrasing that made “Kid” (dedicated to deceased original members James Honeyman-Scott and Pete Farnon) and “Mystery Achievement” come to life.
Anyone yearning for Bob Dylan and The Band’s defining sound found a contemporary fix in March at the Pabst Theater when the venue hosted “Cat Power Sings Dylan: The 1966 Royal Albert Hall Concert.” (Bob Dylan played The Riverside Theater in October 2023 returning a second time for his “Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour.” That tour actually kicked off at the same venue in November 2021.)
Cat Power kicked off the electric set with “Tell Me, Momma,” the ultimate Dylan cypher—a killer song that only appeared on bootlegs and was never released on a studio album. This was the “thin wild mercury sound” that lived in abandon where rockabilly and rhythm & blues merged seamlessly. In hindsight, it sure seems to be protopunk. “Baby, Let Me Follow You Down” captured the raw sound of guitars kissing barb wire, turning the stately theater into a roadhouse. “I’m goin’ back to Milwaukee, I do believe I’ve had enough,” she ad-libbed at the close of “Just Like Tom Thumb’s Blues.”
Bill Camplin tends to stick close to home, Café Carpe in Fort Atkinson. But his occasional solo shows at Linneman’s Riverwest Inn offer a chance to witness an artist who has dedicated his life to fine tuning his craft. In December Camplin played a rare performance with his band. A regular at the annual “Nod to Bob” evenings, in another Dylan connection, Camplin recorded his album Cardboard Box in the same Minneapolis studio where Dylan was recording Blood on the Tracks.
The Club Scene
After Neil Young scored a big hit in 1972 with the song “Heart of Gold” he grew disillusioned and headed away from the mainstream. The string of albums known as the Ditch Trilogy was emblematic of the dark, brooding, soulful music he conjured. It was these albums that informed Tired Eyes set. Comprised of Rich Mattson (Ol’ Yeller/Northstars), Alan Sparhawk (Low/Black Eyed Snakes), Glen Mattson (Glenrustles), and Kraig Johnson (Run Rusty Run/Jayhawks/Golden Smog), the band takes its name from a song on Young’s album Tonight’s the Night.
To be fair, this wasn’t a cover band or a tribute act. It was the basic ingredients of Young and Crazy Horse in a packed, sweaty club. It was the sound of entropy unfolding in real time then folding back on itself. This was four grown up dirtballs, jamming in a garage—who took the primal ingredients of some of Young’s best raw and heartfelt songs and refracted them into something similar to the originals—but definitely not the same.
Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore stopped at Vivarium in September as if to show that cancer and the Covid lockdown were bumps the road for careers that encompass lifetimes of making records and playing live. Backed by Alvin’s touring band The Guilty Ones, the evening had elements of folk, blues, rockabilly and even psychedelic flourishes. Alvin chatted in a preview here.
In 1981, The dB’s debut album, Stands for deciBels, was released by UK label Albion Records. The original lineup of the band has regrouped for dates including a Shank Hall show that found the quartet having not lost the magic. Will Rigby spoke with Shepherd Express in advance of the show here.
In a career that includes collaborations with John Zorn, Tom Waits and Elvis Costello, Marc Ribot’s music is wonderfully all-over-the-map. Presumably a play on the term has-beens, Marc Ribot: The Jazz-Bins were plenty relevant in April at Vivarium. Due to an unexpected delay the show started half an hour late, but it was a small price to pay for fans who had long waited to see Marc Ribot in action. Featuring Greg Lewis on Hammond B3 organ and a pair of Leslie speakers, the band coaxed sounds inspired by the daze when Ribot split his time between NYC No Wave New Jery gigs with Brother Jack McDuff.
Along with The dB’s and Ribot, another connection to the heyday of underground NYC music, Deerfrance (who has worked with John Cale and Tom Verlaine), played a pair of shows for her album the sad electronic NOW.
Supported by Milwaukee musical ties (drummer Bo Conlan and guitarist Rich Thomas), Deerfrance and her band played a matinee show at Linneman Riverwest Inn after playing Shank Hall the night before with Chuck Prophet.
What to say about Chuck Prophet? Like clockwork, Prophet seems to roll into Milwaukee, nearly incognito in an Econoline van. The band take the stage, check their tuning and proceed to rearrange the molecules of the room—turning the evening into a rock and roll homage with the Prophet turning show Evangelist. And it is like that every show.
Sometimes a ceremony requires poisonous snakes, incense or colored sand. Early July at Cactus Club, Tired Eyes used a pair of old Gretsch guitars, volume and Neil Young deep cuts to set the mood. Who knows if this project continues beyond a few select shows? If you were there you won the lottery and saw Halley’s Comet on the same evening. Comprised of Rich Mattson (Ol’ Yeller/Northstars), Alan Sparhawk (Low/Black Eyed Snakes), Glen Mattson (Glenrustles), and Kraig Johnson (Run Rusty Run/Jayhawks/Golden Smog), the band takes its name from a song on Young’s album Tonight’s the Night.
The string of Young’s albums known as the Ditch Trilogy was emblematic of the dark, brooding, soulful music he conjured. It was these albums that informed Tired Eyes set.
Timing, as they say, is everything. If you had planned to catch opener Sam Blasucci Thursday night at Vivarium you were out of luck but if you were a Luna fan, you won the lottery. And if you also happened to be a fan of the Velvet Underground, Luna’s show was the prize in the Crackerjacks. When Blasucci canceled, Luna stepped up to play two sets, spiked with Velvets and Lou Reed nuggets.
Books
Mia Zapata and The Gits – A True Story of Art, Rock, and Revolution is drummer Steve Moriarty’s inside look at the Seattle group that was poised for greater success when vocalist Zapata was murdered in 1993. Moriarty recalls Zapata as a perfectionist in two things, “writing brilliant, emotive song lyrics and hosting cocktail parties for two or twenty, which was why ‘Another shot of Whiskey’ was such a perfect song.” As the musical anchor of the band, Moriarty took his job seriously. The book serves a part memoir, part snapshot of the Seattle scene and part tribute to a friend gone too soon.
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Milwaukee’s Brett Newski has plied his wares as a troubadour playing gigs of all sizes on six continents. As an author his recent memoir Piss In The Wind: Misadventures Of An Indie Troubadour (Vol 1) is a fly-on-the-wall collection of journal entries along with lyrics. Adaptive, witty and with the awareness of a cat (a recent social media post from South Africa simply read, “Just witnessed a man smoking and jogging at the same time.”) Newski’s humanity shines through the freakish nature of some events.
With the bulk of the chapters culled from his nomadic adventures in Southeast Asia, Newski offers the reader a vicarious view of life most of us will never witness. And maybe a few a parent—in this case his mom would like to unsee, “Please don’t eat mushrooms or other consumables from sketchy due ever again,”
In Truckload of Art, An Authorized Biography of Terry Allen, author Brendan Greaves takes a wide-angle look at the west Texas sculpture and songwriter, whose high school buddies included the above-mentioned Jimmie Dale Gilmore and the other Flatlanders. At over 500 pages, it is a welcome doorstop that illuminates a life dedicated to creativity. The side trips make the reader jealous to have been part of Allen’s posse. Think about this: Allen’s work has been exhibited in places like the New York Metropolitan Museum of Art, Musée Saint-Pierre, in Lyon, France and the Los Angeles Museum of Contemporary Art, he performed on “Shindig!” in 1965, recorded over a dozen albums and whose “New Delhi Freight Train” was covered by Little Feat.
As busy an artist as you will find, Steve Wynn played Summerfest with The Baseball Project and also played a solo show in Chicago to celebrate his memoir I Wouldn’t Say It If It Wasn’t True – a book that recalls a childhood characterized by change, a pilgrimage stalking Alex Chilton in Memphis and the early chapters of his career with The Dream Syndicate. Highlights of the accompanying CD Make it Right include “Madly” which melds a dark wisp of cabaret folk to a haunting vibraphone melody; “Simpler Than the Rain” builds on electric piano and adds pedal steel, recalling On the Beach era Neil and the Krautrock burbling’s of “Roosevelt Avenue.”
Decades ago, at a Shank Hall show Vicki Peterson (The Bangles) launched into “Who We Are, Where We Live.” As the song peaked Peterson was surrounded by her fellow Continental Drifters, like a pack of wolves protecting one of their own. White Noise and Lightning: The Continental Drifters Story by Sean Kelly is the unvarnished story of a New Orleans-based musical commune that included expatriates from Los Angles with key members from The Cowsills, The Bangles, The dB’s. Original drummer, founder, and songwriter Carlo Nuccio was a talented session player who passed too, as did Peterson’s boyfriend Bobby Donati. Life, death, marriage, divorce, substance abuse are all part of the scenery here, but the real story is how this extended chosen family grieved and created. Author Kelly’s oral history allows various Drifters the space to put things in perspective.
The concurrent CD White Noise & Lightening The Best of The Continental Drifters provides a concise soundtrack to a sprawling story. But if you want the real prize in the crackerjacks, track down Drifted: In The Beginning & Beyond. That collection includes a second CD entirely of covers ranging from AM gold to Memphis soul to a clutch of Fairport Convention tunes. Disclosure: I may have a soft spot for their covers. When our band (The Aimless Blades) opened the Shank Hall show, Susan Cowsill summoned me to join them onstage for their encore of “Cinnamon Girl.”
Calling all book lovers! Whether you’re searching for a just-released book to read ASAP or collecting titles on your TBR (to-be-read) list to cozy up with this winter, you’re in the right place. This week, Woman’s World Book Club has a wide variety of book recommendations guaranteed to entertain and enthrall. From enchanting historical mysteries to sweeping historical fiction, romance, nonfiction and more, there’s something for every type of reader or mood!
If you love dual-timeline historical fiction novels wrapped up in mystery and glamour, look no further than The Stolen Queen by Fiona Davis. Davis’ latest novel transports readers to 1936 Egypt and 1978 New York—and it’s an adventure you don’t want to miss. For historical fiction set in pre-Civil War America, pick up The Unexpected Diva by Tiffany L. Warren. Warren’s novel is a fascinating story about a talented woman who follows her dreams no matter the cost.
For those looking to get lost in an action-packed romance, step into Temple of Swoon by Jo Segura, which bestselling author duo Christina Lauren described as “riotous fun.” Feel like traveling to Scotland to unearth old family secrets? Try The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus by Emma Knight, which was just named a ‘Read With Jenna’ Book Club pick on the TODAY show.
Our nonfiction pick this week: What Your Body Knows About Happiness by Janice Kaplan. Kaplan’s warm approach and science-backed research offers inspiring insight about the mind-body connection—and guides readers to a more joy-filled life.
Keep scrolling to find out more about Woman’s World Book Club’s recommendations for the week of January 14 to January 20. Happy reading!
Mystery
‘The Stolen Queen’ by Fiona Davis
Dutton
Bestselling author Fiona Davis is known for writing historical fiction novels set in iconic New York City landmarks—and her latest story captivates! In 1936 Egypt, Charlotte Cross is on an archaeological dig in Valley of the Kings. In 1978 NYC, an Egyptian artifact goes missing at the Metropolitan Museum of Art—where Charlotte now works. Then, Charlotte meets 19-year-old Annie Jenkins, and they vow to find the artifact.
Historical fiction
‘The Unexpected Diva’ by Tiffany L. Warren
William Morrow
Readers are taken back in time to pre–Civil War America in this compelling saga. Elizabeth “Eliza” Taylor Greenfield was born into slavery and adopted by a wealthy white woman in Philadelphia. Eliza spends years training and perfecting her stunning talent: a three-octave singing voice. When her mother passes away, she remains determined to sing. From Philadelphia to Buckingham Palace, she forges her own path.
Romance
‘Temple of Swoon’ by Jo Segura
Berkley
This adventurous love story begins when archaeologist Dr. Miriam “Miri” Jacobs is offered the chance to lead an expedition through the Amazon to find the Lost City of the Moon. Journalist Rafael Monfils joins her—but his real goal is to keep her on the wrong path. As they explore the Brazilian rainforest, he is slowly charmed by Miri. When they encounter other hunters, they find their lives—and their love—are at stake.
Women’s fiction
‘The Life Cycle of the Common Octopus’ by Emma Knight
Pamela Dorman Books
Memorable characters, witty moments, Scottish settings…Emma Knight’s debut novel has it all. When Penelope Winters arrives at the University of Edinburgh, she sets out to uncover the truth her parents are hiding from her. As she befriends her father’s old pal, Lord Lennox, secrets start to unravel. What follows is a powerful tale about love, life, choices and friendship.
Nonfiction
‘What Your Body Knows About Happiness: How to Use Your Body to Change Your Mind’ by Janice Kaplan
Sourcebooks
In her new book, Janice Kaplan, bestselling author of The Gratitude Diaries, delivers science-backed evidence that shows the miraculous connection between mind and body. With Kaplan’s warm approach to storytelling, she presents smart insights and groundbreaking research that will change readers’ lives. Packed with tips on how to use thoughts to ease pain and change your environment to improve mood, this book is a blueprint for finding daily joy through your senses.
On December 14, a ceremony was held at the U.S. Department of State to sign the Framework for Strategic Partnership between the United States and Armenia. The document was signed by U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan.During the live-streamed ceremony, Secretary Blinken highlighted four key pillars of the comprehensive partnership between the two countries: economic cooperation, collaboration in security and defense, democratic development, and people-to-people exchanges. He emphasized the upcoming negotiations on the “123 Agreement,” which will open a new chapter in scientific and technological cooperation, including the peaceful use of nuclear technologies.A critical element of the partnership will be strengthening Armenia’s border security. According to Blinken, a team from U.S. Customs and Border Protection will visit Armenia next month to assist in capacity-building efforts in this area. The partnership will also build on existing military collaboration, including the annual bilateral “Eagle Partner” exercises.A landmark development is Armenia’s accession to the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, making it the 88th member of this international security alliance.”Our relationship, built on shared values and mutual interests, has grown significantly in recent years, reaching a point where formalizing it into a strategic partnership is not only appropriate but necessary for navigating the complex geopolitical landscape,” stated Mirzoyan. He expressed Armenia’s deep appreciation for the United States’ unwavering support for the country’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity.Blinken noted that this strategic partnership would contribute to fostering a more resilient, peaceful, and independent South Caucasus, aligning with the interests of both nations and the broader region.
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WASHINGTON, DC — Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan and U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken participated in a signing ceremony for the Strategic Partnership Charter at the Department of State in Washington, DC, on Tuesday.
“We are creating a Strategic Partnership Commission, which involves expanding cooperation in the areas of economy, security and defense, democracy, inclusiveness, and people-to-people relations,” Secretary of State Antony Blinken announced.
Additionally, Secretary Blinken stated that efforts are underway with Armenia to strengthen the protection of sovereignty and territorial integrity. He also announced that a special U.S. border security team will arrive in Armenia next week to conduct joint border security work.
Armenian Foreign Minister Ararat Mirzoyan highlighted the significance of the agreement, stating, “The Strategic Partnership Charter provides a robust framework and injects greater ambition into our cooperation.” The Charter spans various areas, including:
-Strengthening economic and energy ties
-Enhancing connectivity
-Deepening defense and security cooperation
-Reinforcing democratic institutions
-Promoting justice and the rule of law
-Fostering innovation and high technologies
-Enhancing people-to-people contacts
“Our relations, based on shared values and mutual interests, have witnessed remarkable growth in recent years. They have matured to a point where upgrading them to a strategic partnership is not only fitting but essential for navigating the complex geopolitical landscape,” Minister Mirzoyan stated.
Minister Mirzoyan expressed gratitude for the United States’ unwavering support for Armenia’s independence, sovereignty, and territorial integrity. He also emphasized the importance of U.S. assistance in strengthening Armenia’s democratic institutions and promoting economic resilience.
“We appreciate the U.S.’s engagement in promoting a durable and lasting peace in the South Caucasus region. We believe that a stable and prosperous South Caucasus is in the interest of all regional actors and the broader international community. Armenia remains committed to a peace agenda and its implementation and to working closely with the U.S. to achieve this shared objective,” the Foreign Minister said.
Minister Mirzoyan announced Armenia’s intention to join the Global Coalition to Defeat ISIS, underscoring Armenia’s dedication to combating international terrorism. “We believe that collective action is essential in addressing this threat,” he noted.
He also revealed plans to commence negotiations on a nuclear cooperation agreement with the U.S., commonly known as the 123 Agreement. This framework will facilitate collaboration on the peaceful use of nuclear energy and reaffirm Armenia’s commitment to safety, security, and non-proliferation standards.
“Looking ahead, we are eager to continue working with the U.S. to fulfill the ambitious goals outlined in our Strategic Partnership Charter. Let this Charter serve as a testament to the deepening strategic relations between Armenia and the United States and as a roadmap for a future filled with shared achievements,” Minister Mirzoyan concluded.