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ENTERTAINMENT Saturday, August 13, 2016 East Oregonian Page 3C Fogerty fans can rent like a rockstar in Troy B elieve it or not, Eastern Oregon is home to a footnote in the history of classic rock. It may not be Père Lachaise Cemetery (site of Jim Morrison’s grave) or Strawberry Fields in Central Park, but it has become a point of pilgrimage for acolytes. Following the demise of Creedence Clearater Revival in 1972, lead singer, guitarist and songwriter John Fogerty retreated to Troy, J.D. Ore., or so the Kindle legend goes, and Comment built a cabin that would serve as an elk hunting lodge. Following his yearly hunting excursions Fogerty would return to town and celebrate by playing an impromptu set at the local Shilo Inn. (The circumstances surrounding the presence of a Shilo Inn in Troy are as peculiar as Fogerty’s cabin but best saved for another column.) The cabin and the acreage it sits on remained in Fogerty’s possession until the early 1990s. For those doubtful of Fogerty’s presence in Troy, there is currently an upload of a camcorder video on YouTube of Fogerty performing at the Shilo Inn. He and his compatriots blaze through a rowdy set of honky-tonk and rock ‘n’ roll standards with a few Creedence numbers peppered throughout. Over the course of two hours he becomes progressively loopier from the Budweisers he pounds in between songs. The time stamp on the video says November 16, 1987 Photo courtesy Peter Walters Musician Dan Fogerty used to call this house, along the Grande Ronde River outside of Troy, home. It is privately owned and can be rented. — prime elk hunting season. These days Fogerty’s cabin is available for rental through Airbnb. Sleeping up eight people, it serves as an ideal base for a hunting trip or a perfect spot to commune with the spirit of a rock god. It has been turned into a shrine venerating Fogerty, though it is tastefully restrained in its decor. Large promotional posters of Fogerty’s solo albums “Premonition” and “Center¿ eld” adorn the living room, and the stereo has one album in its ¿ ve-disc unit — a scuffed up copy of Creedence’s “Chronicle Vol. 1.” One must wonder how many times that album has been played in the Fogerty cabin. The rest of the house has ’70s-era appropriate furnishing, shag carpet in the bedrooms, and a beautifully lacquered wooden kitchen counter. It only takes a little imagination to envision Fogerty with his boots kicked up on the dining room table, plunking out the riff that would go into making “Old Man Down the Road.” Elsewhere in the region, the Umatilla County Fair will be hosting its own paean to Fogerty: Creedence Clearwater Revisited, who sit in the middle ground between tribute band and legacy act. The core of the band is the rhythm section from Revival, Doug “Cosmo” Clifford and Stu Cook, augmented by additional guitarists and a vocalist. Interestingly enough, membership included Cars guitarist Elliot Easton at one point. Although Clifford and Cosmo are an undeniably tight rhythm section and their playing contributed much to the band’s timbre, Fogerty was always the linchpin of the band, penning and arranging material for the group until its ¿ nal and ill-received album “Mardi Gras,” where Fogerty ceded creative control amongst the remaining members. The songs that Clifford and Cook composed for “Mardi Gras” are conspicuously absent from Revisted’s setlists. Instead, Revisited selects vintage Fogerty numbers: “Fortunate Son,” “Down on the Corner,” “Born on the Bayou,” etc. Even their performances of non-Fogerty songs (“Suzie Q” and “Heard It Through The Grapevine”) revolve around the Fogerty arrangements. That said, singer John Tristao can pull of a convincing Fogerty imitation and it only takes a little imagination to close one’s eyes and envision the original Creedence rocking away on stage. The takeaway from both Fogerty’s cabin and Creedence Revisited is satisfactory on the surface and great for nostalgia’s sake, but leaves much to be desired for someone that may want to go full Fogerty. One might be better off catching Fogerty’s extended run of concerts at the Venetian in Las Vegas beginning next month, which will focus on celebrating the three albums Creedence released in BRIEFLY Wallowa County duo to perform in Heppner HEPPNER — A concert featuring blues, roots, folk and Americana is featured during the upcoming Music in the Park in Heppner. A Wallowa County duo of songwriters Carolyn Lochert and Janis Carper blend their talents to form a unique sound as Jezebel’s Mother. Swirling with rhythms and harmonies, sentiment and smiles, tight but spontaneous, each performance is a musical adventure that reveals the bond of best friends. Whether they’re belting out blues on a big concert stage or crooning in the corner of a cozy coffeehouse, the two seasoned musicians entertain with soul and style. Jezebel’s Mother will perform as part of Heppner’s Music in the Park series Sunday, Aug. 14 from 5-7 p.m. at Heppner City Park, 444 N. Main St. People are encouraged to bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy the free concert in the park. The concert series takes place the second Sunday of each month through September. There will be food for sale, which bene¿ ts the Shared Ministry of Hope Lutheran Church and All Saints Episcopal Church. In case of inclement weather, the event will be held in the gym at Heppner Elementary School. For more information, call 541-676-5036. Jamie Nasario brings the blues to park series BOARDMAN — With a soulful voice and bluesy repertoire, Jamie Nasario captures the classic vibe from the ’50s and ’60s while still maintaining a modern À avor. The Echo woman, who is backed by guitarist Luke Basile and Dennis “Too Short” Rogers on drums, will perform during the upcoming Music in the Parks. The public is invited to hear the acoustic trio Monday at 7 p.m. at Boardman Marina Park. There is no admission charge. People are invited to bring a picnic and a blanket or chair and enjoy the music. Also, concessions will be available for purchase from Judy’s Chuck Wagon. The free park series alternates each Monday Contributed photo between Boardman and Irrigon marina parks. It runs through Aug. 22. For more information, call Tami Sherer at 541-571-0844 or Renee Couchman at 922-1560. For more about Nasario, including music samples and how to purchase her debut album, visit www.jamienasario.com. Imperial Twang to rock Roy Raley Park PENDLETON — Imperial Twang, which makes rare appearances these days, will perform during the upcoming Wednesdays in the Park. An alternative country rock group, Imperial Twang is referred to as a good- time party band by Sounds Like Entertainment. This is Eastern Oregon’s chance to catch the band free of charge before they return to the Wheatstock stage later this month. The free event is Wednesday, Aug. 17 from 6-8 p.m. at Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton. Food and drinks will be available for purchase, including pizza, beer and wine from *reat Paci¿ c Wine & Coffee Co. and hot dogs from Delicious Dogs. Wednesdays in the Park is in its second season. Presented by Pendleton Parks & Recreation and Sounds Contributed photo Like Entertainment, the all-ages concert series is each Wednesday though Aug. 24. People are invited to bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the evening. For more information, visit www.pendletonparksandrec.com or search Facebook for “Wednesdays in the Park.” Terminal Gravity hosts album release concert ENTERPRISE — An evening of gypsy-folk music will accompany the release of Raven & Rose’s latest album. A national touring ensemble, the husband and wife duo of Rosalie Crowe and Roy Crowe performs Ukrainian and eastern European folk songs on violin, guitar, trombone and accordion. Raven & Rose ¿ lls out a unique soundscape from serene and dreamy waltzes to lively and wild kolomeykas. The free event is Saturday, Aug. 20 from 7-9 p.m. at Terminal Gravity Brewery & Pub, 803 E. Fourth St., Enterprise. All ages are welcome. In addition, the duo will perform Aug. 20-21 from 2:30-4 p.m. at the Summit Grill at the Wallowa Lake Tramway, Joseph. Those planning to attend will need Courtesy Sally Sheldon to purchase tram tickets. (For more information, visit of Studio Lux Images www.wallowalaketramway.com). The gondola whisks visitors 3,700 feet to the summit of Mt. Howard (an elevation of 8,150 feet). It provides access to hiking trails and an unparalleled view of the Eagle Cap Wilderness area. Also, meal service, desserts and beverages are available for purchase at the Summit Grill. For more information about Raven & Rose, visit www.ravenrosemusic.com. 1969 (“Bayou Country,” “Green River” and “Willy and the Poor Boys”) or purchasing a copy of his latest album, “Wrote A Song For Everyone,” a collection of duet performances with contemporary artists on his past Creedence hits. Each of those options are just as blatantly backwards-looking. It’s as though everybody, John Fogerty included, is trying to harken back to a golden era in Fogerty’s career. ■ James Dean Kindle is a Pendleton musician and executive director of the Oregon East Symphony. Contact him at jamesdeankindle@ gmail.com. Contributed photo WHAT TO DO Festivals through Aug. 27. Umatilla County Fair •Monday-Saturdays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. •Tamástslikt Cultural Institute, near Wildhorse Resort & Casino. www.tamastslikt.org $10/adults, $9/senior citizens, $6/youths, free/5 and under or $25/ family of four. The exhibit takes a look at relationships and common- alities in Palestinian, American Indi- an and Irish experiences of invasion, occupation, and colonization. Runs through Aug. 20. •Aug. 9-13 •525 W. Orchard Ave., Hermiston www.co.umatilla.or.us/fair www.farmcityprorodeo.com $10/adults, $8/seniors, $6/ages 6-12, free/under 6. Main Stage per- formers nightly (general admission with fair tickets, reserved seats are an additional $12). Farm-City Pro Rodeo performance Saturday at 7:45 p.m. (tickets, which include fair admission, are $17-$20 for all ages.) Davis Amusement carnival wrist- bands are $30 — does not include fair admission. Bronze, Blues & Brews •Saturday, Aug. 13; noon-10 p.m. •Joseph www.bronzebluesbrews.com $30/advance, $35/gate, free/10- and-under. Features headliner Sugaray Rayford, as well as Bran- don Santini, Franco Paletta and more. Free barbecue for Friday night ticket holders. Beer and wine avail- able for purchase. Morrow County Fair •Aug. 17-20; 8 a.m.-10 p.m. •74473 Highway 74, Heppner www.morrowcountyoregon.com/ county-fair $4/adults, $2/ages 6-12. Sea- son passes available. Open class exhibits, 4-H, FFA, pet show, stage entertainment, RDO Equipment Pedal Power Tractor Pull, fashion revue, Tillamook Ice Cream Social, Murray’s Wine & Micro-Brew Tasting and Dr. Solar’s Medicine Show, Or- egon Trail Pro Rodeo is Aug. 19-20 at 7 p.m.; Morrow County Rodeo is Sunday, Aug. 21 at 1:15 p.m. Milton-Freewater Rocks! •Aug. 19-20; 7 a.m.-10 p.m.; Aug. 21; 9 a.m.-4 p.m. •Yantis Park, Milton-Freewater www.facebook.com/miltonfree- waterrocks Free admission. Craft/vendor booths, food court, kid zone, beer/ wine garden, live entertainment, quilt show, pretty baby contest, sip & paint, parade, Izzy the Camel, Rotary barbecue, salmon bake & FRUQURDVW¿UHPHQ¶VZDWHU¿JKWDQG Harvest Art Show (Central Middle School). The Map is Not the Territory “All American Barbecue” •Saturday & Sundays; noon-5 p.m. •Arts Portal Gallery, 508 N. Main St., Milton-Freewater www.facebook.com/ArtsPortal- Gallery Free. Exhibit features artwork of Carley Rae Hippauf (including landscapes in oils and pastels) and others. “Circuit Chautauquas: Edu- cating Dayton and America” •Wednesday-Saturdays; 10 a.m.-5 p.m. •Dayton Historic Depot, 222 E. Commercial St., Dayton, WA www.daytonhistoricdepot.org Admission by donation. Exhib- it explores the history of traveling shows and assemblies popular in the late 19th and early 20th century. Runs through early-November. Music Hanna Jane Kile •Saturday, Aug. 13; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Creedence Clearwater Re- visited •Saturday, Aug. 13; 9 p.m. •Umatilla County Fairgrounds, Hermiston www.co.umatilla.or.us/fair Free/general admission with fair tickets, $12/reserved seats, must buy fair tickets also. (541-567-6121). Jezebel’s Mother •Sunday, Aug. 14; 5-7 p.m. •Heppner City Park, 444 N. Main St. Art & Museums First Draft Writers’ Series •Thursday, Aug. 18; 7 p.m. •Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. www.pendletonarts.org Free. Features Oregon Poet Laureate Elizabeth Woody, who has published three books of poetry. She received an American Book Award in 1990, and the discretionary William Stafford Memorial Award for Poetry DQG ZDV D ¿QDOLVW IRU WKH 2UHJRQ Book Awards in 1995. Also, short open mic readings from the audi- ence. The Little Big Show •Aug. 5-31; business hours •Downtown Baker City www.visitbaker.com Free. More than 160 regional artists present works for $40 each in eight galleries. Show runs through August. Charlene Liu •Monday-Fridays; 9 a.m.-5 p.m. •Crow’s Shadow Institute of the Arts, 48004 St Andrews Road, Mis- sion www.crowsshadow.org Free. Liu’s exhibit is held in con- junction with the Portland 2016 Bien- nial of Contemporary Art presented by Disjecta Contemporary Art Cen- ter. Her work combines digital and analog processes. Runs through Sept. 16. Peter Rock: Spells •Tuesday-Fridays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. •Pendleton Center for the Arts, 214 N. Main St. www.pendletonarts.org Free. Exhibit features a collab- orative effort between author Peter Rock (www.peterrockproject.com) DQG ¿YH SKRWRJUDSKHUV 5XQV Free. A Wallowa County duo per- forms at Heppner’s monthly Music in the Park series. Food available for purchase. Jamie Nasario •Monday, Aug. 15; 7 p.m. •Boardman Marina Park Free. Music in the Parks series, which alternates weekly between Boardman and Irrigon marina parks. Food available for purchase. Imperial Twang •Wednesday, Aug. 17; 6-8 p.m. •Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton Free. As part of Wednesdays in the Park series. Features food ven- dors and a beer/wine garden. The Phoenix •Friday, Aug. 19; Saturday, Aug. 20; 8 p.m. No cover •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Raven & Rose •Saturday, Aug. 20; 7-9 p.m. •Terminal Gravity Brewery & Pub, 803 E. Fourth St., Enterprise Free CD release concert event. All ages welcome. Rosalie Crowe and Roy Crowe perform Ukrainian and eastern European folk songs on violin, guitar, trombone and accordi- on. In addition, the duo will perform Aug. 20-21 from 2:30-4 p.m. at the Summit Grill at the Wallowa Lake Tramway, Joseph. People must pur- chase gondola tickets. Fallout •Monday, Aug. 22; 7 p.m. •Irrigon Marina Park Free. Music in the Parks series alternates weekly between Board- man and Irrigon marina parks. Food available for purchase. Annalisa Tornfelt •Wednesday, Aug. 24; 6-8 p.m. •Roy Raley Park, 1205 S.W. Court Ave., Pendleton Free. As part of Wednesdays in the Park series. Features food ven- dors and a beer/wine garden. Night life DJ music •Saturdays, 8 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston DJ music •Saturday, July 2; 9 p.m. No cov- er •Sub Zero Restaurant & Lounge, 100 W. Highway 730, Irrigon Whiskey Wednesday Game Night •Wednesdays; 3-7 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston No cover. Xbox 360, Nintendo Wii, PlayStation 3 and Nintendo 64. Thursday Night Comedy •Thursdays, 8 p.m. No cover. •Wildhorse Sports Bar, Wildhorse Resort & Casino, off I-84 Exit 216, Mission. Aug. 18: John Ager; Aug. 25: Ab- bey Drake Digital Karaoke •Thursdays and Fridays, 8 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston Wine tasting •Fridays, 4-8 p.m. •Sno Road Winery, 111 W. Main St., Echo. Open Mic •First/third Friday each month, 8 p.m.-midnight •The Packard Tavern, 118 S.E. Court Ave., Pendleton www.facebook.com/groups/ pendletonopenmic Karaoke •Fridays 8 p.m. (9 p.m. if game on) •Riverside Sports Bar, 1501 Sixth St., Umatilla DJ and dancing •Fridays, 8 p.m. •The Pheasant, 149 E. Main St., Hermiston Theater & fi lm “Disney’s The Little Mer- maid” •Sept. 2-3, 9-10, 16-17, 23-24; 7:30 p.m. •Sept. 3, 10, 17, 24; 2:30 p.m. •Elgin Opera House, 104 N. Eighth St. www.elginoperahouse.com Reserved $17/$8. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen’s most beloved stories and the classic ani- PDWHG'LVQH\¿OP,QDPDJLFDONLQJ dom beneath the sea, the beautiful young mermaid Ariel longs to leave her ocean home to live in the world above. Hot tickets •Maryhill Winery concerts: Jeff Beck & Buddy Guy (Aug. 20) $55- $250; Chris Isaak (Sept. 3) $39.50- $91; Tears for Fears (Sept. 17) $45-$101. Goldendale, Washington. Tickets via www.maryhillwinery.tick- etÀy.com. •Benton-Franklin Fair con- certs. Salt N Pepa (Aug. 23), Switch- foot (Aug. 24), Foreigner (Aug. 25), Hunter Hayes (Aug. 26), Olivia Holt (Aug. 27), Swon Brothers (Aug. 27) Benton-Franklin Fair, Pasco. Festi- val seating free with fair admission; reserved seats are $15. Tickets via Kennewick Ranch & Home or www. bentonfranklinfair.com. •Lee Brice. Sept. 10 at the Hap- py Canyon Arena. Tickets ($40-$130) available via www.pendletonround- up.com or 800-457-6336. •Rodney Carrington. Oct. 22 at Wildhorse Resort & Casino. Tickets ($29-$49) available via www.wild- horseresort.com ——— :ant to get your event listed in our calendar" 6end information to tmalgesini#eastoregonian.com or c/o 7ammy 0algesini (. 0ain 6treet+ermiston25.
