"You're the kinda trouble that's hard to resist. I'd hate to think of all the fun I'd miss. I've heard the rumors, I hope they're true. You're the kinda trouble I could get into." (Solomon Burke) Wendell Holmes, Sherman Holmes and Popsy Dixon poured their passionate spirits into every bluesy note played Thursday night at Swell-Productions’ presentation at Harlow’s. The laid-back atmosphere and hip decor helped make it the perfect venue to host the Holmes Brothers. These three soulful guys displayed their diverse talents in a wonderful mix of gospel, R&B, rock ‘n' roll and blues, and every song received a great reception from the energetic audience. Within seconds of breaking into bluesy

“Laugh at yourself first before anyone else can.” Sure, those words were written over five decades ago by gossip columnist Elsa Maxwell, but they still ring true in every comedy club today. The ten talented comedians who performed at the Punch Line Comedy Club Wednesday night showed how self-depreciation can be one of the most entertaining elements of the show. Stand-up comedians are notorious for having the gift of somehow making all things taboo sound hilarious, and there certainly was no shortage of racial insults and sexual innuendos directed at each other as well as the audience members. A few of them poked fun at a friendly couple sitting up front who shared that they had been dat

The music recital hall at California State University, Sacramento was filled with the sounds of guests happily chatting and laughing in anticipation of the evening’s presentation, The Art of American Song. Even among the noise of the families and groups of students finding their seats, the empty stage maintained an ethereal glow, with a soft light illuminating a cardboard backdrop surrounding a grand piano. Once the lights dimmed and the crowd fell silent, the hall was entered by two well-dressed faculty members who would be the entertainment for the evening. Hatem Nadim, an accomplished pianist, and Robin Fisher, a well known soprano, took their places on the stage. The smiling Ms. Fish