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Clackamas Print Art^Entertainment J Wednesday, Oct. 25, 2006 eat Loaf brings back ‘Bat,’ mullet ¡yo Stalnaker Clackamas Print It s been 13 long years since L Loaf released Bat out ffjoll II: Back into Hell, mow the world is ready to torn asunder by the larger- B.life grandeur that is Bat I of Hell III: The Monster loose. The entire album is virtually unless in its tritenbss. /ill of the songs have a of urgency and impor- ce. like listening to this CD the most important thing ione will ever do with his or ■ life, which is true. The only thing missing from ¡record is Jim Steinman, the filter, producer and corn ier behind the first two Bat • of Hell albums. Instead, iiiman is replaced with ewnter'producer Desmond Id. who’s collaborated with |ny high-profile acts such as rosmith and KISS. However, unman isn’t missed entirely, ice seven songs he penned himself appear on The Monster Back to Me Now,” (a is Loose. duet with Norwegian Child does an amazing job /ginger Marion Raven), of recreating Steinman’s over- “What About Love?” the-top production work, and and “Cry Over Me” are even takes the “rock opera” so over-dramatic, dis style to new heights with songs gustingly passionate and like “Seize the Night” and romantic that the album “Alive.” should come with a free The transition from sym set of razor blades. phony, to ballad-like piano The only truly awful arrangements, to power metal, song on Bat out of Hell to a children’s chorus in “Seize III is the title track, the Night” is just so insane that which is so nu-metal it it works. hurts. We can thank the Two of the best songs on guitar work of John 5 this album are “Bad for Good” (Marilyn Manson, Rob and “In the Land of the Pig, the Zombie) for that. May Butcher is King.” Both songs the Gods of Metal smite feature stellar guitar work him for playing in drop from a legendary guitarist; D. Brian May (Queen) tears it up Bat out of Hell III: with his frenzied guitar play The Monster is Loose is ing on “Bad for Good,” and a miraculous record that Steve Vai shreds some serious everyone should pur chords and delivers a face chase this Halloween. melting guitar solo on “In the So, pull out those Land of the Pig.” lighters, put the busi Of course, The Monster ness up front, the party is Loose contains the sappy, in back, crank the stereo cheesy love ballads that made to 11 and get ready for Meat Loaf famous. Songs like another piping hot dish the first single, “It’s All Coming of Meat Loaf. lave Andersen starts new project Iz Travers t Clackamas Print iveryone has their pre-con- red notion about art teach- , The first word that comes [find is generally “eccen- ity.” Dave Andersen is no eption to this rule. Though Andersen has been Clackamas for a while, he ted out as an entomolo- , studying insects. Being reat lover of science, this been a constant theme in work. Art is like a laboratory to . It is a magical universe in ense,” said Andersen. One of the biggest challeng- indersen faces as a teacher he diversity of students he ;hes. Every student is totally dif- fflt. You have to be able to lerstand the psychology of humans,” he said. “Art is the can-opener that releases people. To see true beau ty, you need to refine your ability to discern it.” In addition to teaching, Andersen is currently start ing a new project on 22 acres he recently purchased in Estacada. The idea is a summer program geared towards children in grades kindergarten through sixth, taught by him and his wife, with the aid of guest artists from around the area. Right now, he is in the process of building a large bam, where the classes will take place (he will be looking for vol unteers, by the way). Andersen believes that art is invaluable to a child’s education. “Drawing and painting are my vehicles to teach creative problem solving skills.” Andersen Trivia • In fourth grade, Andersen was the checker champion of his school district He spanked the competition. • The largest tattoo of a cut throat trout is proudly displayed on his back (sorry everyone, he doesn’t show it to just any one). • Andersen loves people, but hates humanity • His first wife was a self-pro claimed “spawn from hell.” • He holds the world-record for catching Utah’s largest Blue Gill, and then ate it. “It was fantastically delicious,” he said. *6 Andersen poses for a picture with the skull of a goat, demonstrating his unique sense of tor that he passes on to all of his students and incorporates into his art. Internet Photo Meat Loafs new album, Bat out of Hell III: The Monster Is Loose, continues his powerful style of rock-opera in a grand manner. Flower Farmer delightful Sam Krause The Clackamas Print I recently drove to the Flower Farmer, located on North Holly in Canby, hoping it would be just the way I left it 16 years ago - small-time, unrefined and delightfully unknown. The Flower Farmer has been owned and operated by the same family since it opened in the late 1920s. The cur rent owner and operator is Lois Garre. In the past decade, Garre has been adding onto what once was the size of the Streeter Math Lab. About six years ago, Garre took some initiative and expanded the farm to include a new, bright red retail bam, while the old one is now used as a rental space for parties. The store isn’t much on first inspection, but I quickly learned its finer attributes. The cooler that covers an entire wall is filled with glass- bottled soda. From Coca-Cola and Pepsi to Grape NiHi and Sioux City Sarsaparilla, the selection is amazing. After perusing the farm store, I bought my train tick et for $4. My three-year-old- nephew’s ticket was $3.50. Hot apple cider waits to be purchased for $1 and con sumed by eager train-riders. And why not grab a pumpkin donut made fresh every day by the local market? When I was a child, the farm had a miniature train that sur- rounded the five acres of pas ture ana rows of com. These days, they have a slightly larg er miniature train - 15-inch gauge, as opposed to less than a nine-inch gauge track. Now, adults aren’t balancing precari ously on pieces of plywood screwed into castors. The first stop on the train ride is a petting zoo. It’s not necessarily the biggest petting zoo, or even the best. If you want to pet a calf, chickens, or an ornery and elderly tur key, this petting zoo is perfect. After about 15 minutes of this, the train moves on to the hay pyramid. The pyramid is 15 bales tall. In late September, Garre builds the pyramid - without any plans or designs - all by himself. He includes a maze at the base, and another, smaller maze is positioned mid-way to the top. Speaking of which, from the top of the pyramid, a panoramic view of Canby farmland can be seen. The pumpkins are 20 cents a pound, and some are real ly unique, to say the least. There are traditional-looking pumpkins, but others are pale orange and have thicker rinds. I wouldn’t call these pumpkins carving material, but sufficient for pie and roasted pumpkin seeds. My nephew ran around, up and down, through, over and off of the pyramid. Needless to say, he played so hard he went right to bed when I dropped him off at my sister’s house later that night. About 11 years ago, Garre started the “Spook Train.” Monday through Saturday, after 7 p.m., little children can expect to be scared by ghouls hiding in the fields and dark ness. While not scary in the least for adults, the “Spook Train” is perfect for children ages three to 13. My experience at The Flower Farmer didn’t hurt my wallet as much as Fir Point Farms has in the past, and it’s more intimate than other commercial farms. Garre often rides the train and shows off the animals personally. He has developed friendships with customers who have been coming since he was a youth working on the farm for his dad. That’s how The Flower Farmer has lasted for so long. Other than upgrades to the farm, it’s just the same as I left it when I was five years old. When you and yours go looking for pumpkins, check out The Flower Farmer. It beats the hell out of any experi ence you get buying pumpkins at Fred Meyer or Safeway.
