The Gallery will open its doors to the public for the first time on February 2, 2008, from noon until 8 p.m., with its Grand Opening Exhibition, “Art and Illusion: Selections from the
Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation.”Such a significant selection of contemporary art has never before been seen in Roseville. Including painting, photography and sculpture, the eclectic exhibition curated by Billie Milam Weisman celebrates artists’ use of illusion and humor to create new ways of looking at the world.

Contemporary art itself is often concerned with perception over representation, with how various modalities—physical, psychological, social, and so forth—not only frame but also modify the perceptual experience. The “Art and Illusion” selection reveals an emphasis on vibrant contemporary works with immediate visual impact and a frequent focus on illusionism.Over forty American and international artists are represented in the exhibit, including such internationally acclaimed artists as Andy Warhol, Charles Bell, Red Grooms and Masaaki Sato. “Art and Illusion” is made available to our community through funding provided by the Frederick R. Weisman Art Foundation.

The Blue Line Gallery—frontispiece to Roseville’s new parking structure on Vernon Street and vanguard in the City’s downtown revitalization efforts—is in final construction mode as it prepares for the February opening. The gallery serves as the new permanent home for Roseville Arts, the result of ongoing collaboration with the City; Herculean investment by private, individual and business donors; and creative commitment by volunteers and staff. More information as available at www.rosevillearts.org or 916-783-4117.

Check out The Music Video For I Won’t Cry

available at iTunes
myspace.com/petehopkins

The opening instrumental “Holophoner” with its orchestral arrangement quickly ushers the listener to their seat. You may want to sit down for this rocket ride. The title track describes Earth’s inseparable relationship with the moon- a sort of metaphor for our own love affairs. Josh Johnson’s fluttering guitar hooks and emotional vocals are interwoven with Christine Bruton’s undulating bass lines, creating unique juxtapositions. Her bass carefully tip-toes around the chord progression, never stomping on the song while Nicholas Conner’s tasteful hi-hat splashes and fills steadily steer the ship. The mid-tempo “Spiral Out” continues the celestial theme. Josh’s jangly guitar verses and distorted/sustained choruses are reminiscent of Radiohead’s “Creep” era. His syrupy vocals echo the sense of longing in the lyrics. Before I start getting sentimental, “Everyday” is a super-charged indie rocker, a roller coaster of grungy guitar overtones and chaotic drumming by Nicholas. Bruton’s punky backing vocals play a call/response game with the guitar riffs, while her bass helps to keep the pulse. Modern noise bands should take note. You can be heavy without being metal.

This band does just about everything right. From the inventive lyrics to the inspired performances, their unique vision is so fully realized especially considering that they are relatively unknown outside of L.A. Be one of the cool kids and dig them before the rest of the world catches on.

Solare is releasing a full length CD in Japan  during the Spring and working on a new full length U.S. release.


www.solare3.net
www.myspace.com/solare