Gang-Guru changing local formula By JASON CHERKIS Collegian Arts Writer On College Avenue, cover bands and R.E.M. disciples blanket each watering hole numbing patrons while milking the scene. Gang-Guru is a band ready to change the local formula. Formed in August by lead composer and keyboardist, Jennifer Chesworth (senior- English), the group is one of the few around that plays only originals. "I don't think we're going to be stepping on anybody's toes by doing what we're doing because were not exclusively set on style," said Lynn Chaplin, Gang-Guru's bassist. "We're not a blues band and we're not a cover band." Boasting eclectic styles ranging from reggae to mid-70s guitar sounds, the group's music and personality are constantly evolving, Chesworth said. Not concerned with a definite image, you won't find Gang- Guru flaunting libidos or smashing equipment. "I don't want to limit our music for any superficial meaning, not for commercialism or crowd-pleasing," Chesworth said. 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Huddled down deep in a basement, the group practices for upcoming shows under a sole light. Shows include Feb. 22 and March 28 performances at the VFW, 139 N. Barnard St. Their hours of play consist of practicing old songs and molding new ones. It's forming BLA K Gang-Guru plays a benefit at the Veterans of Foreign Wars post. From left to right, members are Jennifer Chesworth, Michael Abrams, Danielle Dolges and Gary Bater. those new tunes that generates the most excitement from the band members. "We really love to play and practicing is the highlight of our day," Chaplin said. With each original, the songs come out differently for Chesworth. "Some songs I get a bass line first, and other songs I leave Lynn totally cold to make something up," Chesworth said. "Sometimes I'll walk up to a Don't forget Sera-Tec can Friday Feb 14th is help you make it Valentine's Day! a very special day! Earn s2B°° this week! 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Fried Green Tomatoes, the sim ple story of two generations of Southern women, continued to play strongly, claiming fourth place on earnings of $6.2 million. Its box-office take was down just 8 percent from a week ago. In fifth was Melanie Griffith in Shining Through, which made $3.7 million, a staggering 43 per cent drop from last weekend. The Steve Martin comedy Father of the Bride collected $2.8 million for sixth place. [II
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