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Topic: Are today's metal releases as good as the past?
Published: Thursday, July 27, 2006
"Are today's metal releases as good as they were 20 years ago or are we glorifying our past?"
(assuming that 'glorify' means not to exalt, but to consider the music more excellent than is actually the case).
Martin Popoff - Author (www.martinpopoff.com)
Yes, they are as good. We most definitely glorify the past. Look at the playing, the production, the consideration put to lyrics, even the graphics. Hell, everybody pines for the old days of 12" art, but they are forgetting the extent of the booklets and lyrics and credits and all the rest that goes with a CD. Records these day are much more accomplished than in the old days. First off, one always idealizes the most, music from when they were 15 to 19 years old. Second - and I've been reading a lot of old Trouser Press, Crawdady, Creem, Circus etc. lately - the thing was, there were like 1/100th the amount of releases in any given year back then, so everything got a lot of focus and consideration and vaulted those records to god-like status. I always argue about the ol' blind taste test thing...Put any also-ran, garden variety power metal alum up against Screaming For Vengeance or Rainbow Long Live Rock 'n' Roll, and try forget about the 25 years that's passed...I guarantee you, the new one kills the old one. But of course that's unfair. You have to give credit for certain things being first or at least innovative and fresh. Being the 200th copyist gets you no glory. But your question, if we stay real disciplined to its crux.... Yes! Albums are way better now than before. It's just like sports records - they are made to be broken. Things just get better. Another bit of proof is, play some 21 year old metalhead a bunch of old stuff and they often just laugh at how lame and cheesy it seems. See?
Trey Gadler - Azrael's Bane (www.azraelsbane.com)
I think there are plenty of current releases that rival the music of metal's heyday. There just aren't as many, and they aren't as accessible. The genre has gone underground to such an extent that a lot of really great music flies under the radar. It's tough to find, but it's out there. Metal is still alive and kicking.
Brian Keene - Best-selling horror author (www.briankeene.com)
"I've yet to hear what could be considered this generation's seminal metal release. Where are the watershed events like Number of the Beast or Master of Puppets or Operation: Mindcrime--those discs that, the first time you heard them, you knew you were sharing a moment in history?"
Patrick - Old School Metal Records (www.osmrecords.net)
That is a very interesting question especially for an old school label like us. I would say yes. We have bands that still cater to the old school today as well as a lot of newer bands from Europe that take a more modern angle with a much more melodic approach. As far as the sound goes, even though I did like the old raw sound from back in the day, the quality of recordings now is refreshing as well.
John K. - Biomechanical (www.biomechanical.co.uk)
I don't think we glorify our past at all. There was a sense of history being made with releases such as Master of Puppets, Hell Awaits, Screaming for Vengeance and so on. All different styles but all unique. Of course productions are better today and musicianship is as good as ever. But the fact remains that music is over re-cycled and (strictly speaking from a fan's point of view) I can really feel that happening with a lot of new bands. The latest bands to blow me away were Messuggah and SYL. Innovation and power to the max! Hopefully we will see more acts like these breaking through in the near future.
Ross Gerson - The Tenth Circle (www.thetenthcircle.com)
Excellent question...20 years ago we had "Reign In Blood", "Master Of Puppets", "Arise", "Morbid Tales" (to name a few) and I dont even have to mention the bands that released them...thats how GREAT those releases are. And there are a few more I didn't even mention. Today there are some GREAT metal songs like "11th Hour" (Lamb Of God), but there aren't any truly completely great records where every song kicks ass. The top 10 metal releases of the past 2 years might average 3-4 killer songs on them...and thats damn good in today's standards. But 20 years ago when I bought "Reign In Blood" I played it and the first time through it kicked my ass all over the place. I listened to that record 2-3 times, every song, everyday 'till "South Of Heaven" was released. "Master Of Puppets" was...well...metal perfection, and was listened to just as much. Name one release in the past 5 years that would have the same effect? So, I say NO, todays metal releases are not as good as 20 years ago...but they are in the right direction and as long as the record labels don't fuck this current metal scene up...we will see dominating releases very soon.
Lenny Burnett - Zero Down (www.zerodownrocks.com)
I think we are always glorifying the past. That's a constant factor, no matter the genre or the time and it only becomes more obvious when a retro style becomes big. I think it's almost impossible for today's metal releases to match up to the releases 20 years ago. Twenty years ago, there was still a lot of new ground to explore. Today, it's hard to bring something fresh to the table because so much has already been done . I hear a lot of great players, great attitudes and great riffs today, but I don't hear very many great albums. Biggest problem for me today in metal is the vocals. I'm not sure, but I think the same guy is singing for 80 percent of the bands out there! 20 years ago there were a lot of unique vocalists that knew how to write a catchy vocal line (no matter how pissed off they wanted to sound). That even goes for the heaviest of bands (Slayer, Venom, Celtic Frost, Motorhead etc...). I wouldn't consider some of those guys real "singers", but great vocalists with character. Don't get me wrong...there are some really killer new bands out there, and some older bands are still putting out awesome stuff, but considering how many releases there are today, the number of quality records, seems to be fewer and farther apart than it was twenty years ago.
Dave Henzerling - Big Cock (www.bigcockrocks.com)
We are familiar with the metal of yesteryear, and like an old friend, the bond has grown deeper over time. Today's young artist's, however, are rediscovering that music and re-imagining it in different ways, and a new view can can be a welcome change. Take the band Avenged Sevenfold, for example. At first glance, it is a fresh, different sound totally unlike today's emo and hardcore. But beneath the surface you hear the classic influences, Iron Maiden, Guns 'n Roses, even the haunting melodies of Sergio Leone from the spaghetti Westerns of the 60s. My CD collection contains a mix of both old and new - the old to remind me where I came from and the new to show me where I'm going.
Gordon Tittsworth - Images of Eden (www.imagesofeden.com)
Although there are some outstanding releases today, 80's metal as a whole (definitely not to be confused with 80's glam) had overall better song structure, melody, lead guitar, and vocal ability (most of the time) where most "Modern Metal" consists of guitars tuned down as low as possible, with growling on top of it and very little melody, making it difficult to differentiate between bands. Most bands today just come and go and don't have the longevity that bands had 20 years ago. The one thing I like in particular is that there has been a trend in the last few years in that many 80s bands are reforming, putting out new CDs and touring. That should tell us something about glorifying our past. It seems we are...which is fine by me."
Steven E. Wedel - Horror Author (www.stevenewedel.com)
I'm as guilty as a teenager of the 1980s when it comes to glorifying metal's heyday, but even knowing that I have to say that today's metal usually is not nearly as good as that of 20 years ago. Where is the new Rob Halford among today's vocalists, for instance? What we get instead are guys growling and screaming in some kind of "satanic" voice that sounds more like Sesame Street's Cookie Monster. Twenty years ago, bands were clever when it came to lyrics. Too often today they rely on profanity like a crutch. A song like The Murderdolls' "I Love to Say Fuck" is great in its humorous gratuity, but a lot of times it seems bands don't really have anything to say, so they just scream profanity. I guess, really, my biggest complaint with most metal today is the vocalists. We either get the Cookie Monster voice or what I call the "Bonotone," where everyone sings in a monotonous pitch like U2's Bono. There are a lot of songs I hear come on the radio and I have hope for them based on the music, then the vocals start and I switch to the oldies station.
Ryan Conner - Cryogen (www.cryogenband.com)
Twenty years ago would make it 1986, and two things immediately come to my mind...spandex and pink guitars. Hair Metal! Poison, Whitesnake, Motley Crue, etc. That was of course the mainstream metal scene of the time. If we're talking about more underground metal, then Metallica or even Slayer could be mentioned for this time period. Yes kids, Metallica used to be considered underground at one point. That was before they started playing with symphonies. No matter what time period you're talking about you will always have the mainstream vs. underground debate. I guess that's how I will answer this question. The underground metal of today has seeped into the mainstream just like it did in the 80's. The music industry will always promote and capitalize off of what's popular. Today we see bands being influenced by the scream/growl style of death metal while adding it to pop music, then labeling it metal. This isn't so different than the hair bands of the 80's adding high pitched girl screams to a heavy chugging metal riff, and calling that metal. So, is today's metal really any different than it was in the 80's? Not really. But then again that depends on what you're comparing, and what you consider metal. I myself was heavily influenced by some of the great bands of that time period. Then again, I'm also influenced by many of the great bands around today. Good metal will always be good metal to me, no matter what time period it comes from.
Kevin 131 - Project: Failing Flesh (www.projectfailingflesh.com)
That is such a loaded question... of course the records from 20 years ago are better than the ones now!!! ... because we are listening to the records that stood the test of time. One exception, the Project: Failing Flesh record makes everything form this era worthwhile. lol Ah, that was too easy, had to get in a plug. Seriously, there are great records now, and great records then. One thing me and Tim were talking about today when this question came in was that 20 years ago there were not nearly as many metal records. In a week you may have 1 or 2 new releases. Combat Records, Roadrunner (when they got going), New Renaissace, Metal Blade of course. In one month you maybe had 4 or 5 or 6 new releases, very easy to buy all of them and keep up with all the bands, even if you didn't happen to like a band, you usually still had *heard* them and knew who they were, if they were lucky enough to be on a record label at all Now, however, there are SO many bands it's nearly impossible to know who all of them are, much less hear more than a track or two. Also, as recording and CD replication becomes for the masses, EVERYONE has a recording now. So lots of bad/mediocre stuff hits our ears- but also, the envelopes get pushed in ways they never did before-- and the good stuff sounds way better than it ever did. 20 years from now, we'll be listening to all the good stuff from this era, and all the crappy records will have been lost- and someone will ask the same question. Our two cents! Thanks for reading.
Tony McBrayer - Low Earth Orbit (www.lowearthorbit.net, www.tonymcbrayer.com)
Well, I think that from a engineer's standpoint.......the quality of the recording process has made leaps and bounds. As far as the content....well I think that a lot of the younger bands (18-25) are really reaching to find that shall we say "love lost" from back in the day. I think there are only a small handful of new bands out there today that are making a real mark. But, some of the ones I'm speaking of are still maybe 1 or 2 disks away from finding their respective place. There is a lot of really killer stuff coming out of Europe right now that is so awesome....like EDGUY, HellFueled, The 69 Eyes (whom have been around awhile just not in the U.S.), Viking Skull, DragonForce .... just to name a few. So, I think the future is looking very bright. I also think that we are in the mist of a sort of renovation of the hard rock and metal scenes worldwide. Everyone is jocking for there place when the dam finally breaks. It's like which city will be the next L.A. or Seattle. Which strangley enough when Grunge hit Seattle was full of L.A. wannabes as it were. So, who knows. And as far as glorifying our past.....look Keith stole it from Muddy , Jimi stole it from Keith and Jimmy stole it from Robert.....it goes on down the line. I think it's about the quality of the musicians these days.....as opposed to all the J-lo's or Christina's or "Fifty" with their latest digital processer or whatever. It is a real step up. Period! I just know that every song we write (Low Earth Orbit) & record means something "NO FILLER" find a way to get the extra money for the studio time or for the mastering/mixing. You know?! Make it count like there is no tomorrow and don?t give up on it...never ever give up on it. It may take 8 or 9 years......so what if you believe in what you doing!!!! Stay Strong!
Looks like by the results of our replies, the older stuff is favored by almost a 2/3rds margin.
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There is evidence that the ability to formulate language resides in the left side of the brain and not the right. We know this from attempts to treat intractable epilepsy.
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All mammals have two hemispheres, but only humans have ones so comparatively large. Compared to those of a chimpanzee, human cerebral hemispheres are three times larger.
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We do know that grasslands and savannahs began to be established some 10 million years ago along with major diversification in grassland mammals and insects. The first hominine appears around 3 million years later. Brain size had been increasing in a linear fashion throughout the animal kingdom until between 4 million and 2 million years ago when the brain size in hominids tripled culminating in the appearance of the first homo species.8What spurred this acceleration, and why would nature select so heavily for increased brain size?
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Persistence hunting still takes place in remote locations of the world. The success rate according to Louis Liebenberg, who first recorded persistence hunting in 1985 and accompanied four hunters in the Kalahari, was as high as 80%.
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As temperatures rose due to early climate change, this hunting would have been more successful and with the added bonus of providing a concentrated high protein diet to stimulate growth.
However, nature selects not when life is easy, but when resources are scarce or the species is under environmental stress. If there was a period of rapid climate change from hot to cold and back again several times, only those with the highest abilities could possibly survive and accelerated growth of such attributes through natural selection would occur.
With self-awareness, a successful method of survival, and the achievement of being the top predator, why would there even be a particular need for language and the left side of the brain to develop in such an environment?
Perhaps, because humans were so successful; after all, what does the top predator have to fear but others of the same species?
Suppose one's mate and two children are sitting by the fire and three strangers appear. What is to prevent your mate being taken from you, your two children killed, and your mate forced to create another family with the aggressors provided she still could?
In terms of numbers in this example there were originally seven humans. After the encounter there are four with several years before the number is back to seven and, what is to prevent the same cycle from recurring over and over?
If this were the case human population numbers would plummet with extinction likely as not.
On the other hand, what if one could tell stories, create empathy, and communicate a commonality? Those that could would likely be able to survive such an encounter and thereby be able to pass on their communication and left brain skills. This group and its offspring would become widespread and predominant forming the basis for the leap into language.
In that case language was never about hunting or finding food. Chances are this was happening well before language ever arose. Language development was about surviving encounters with others of the same species, something that has proven essential even today.


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ICYMI: Human Rights Campaign Responds to New Gallup Poll Confirming the Growing Support of Marriage Equality
Posted on June 1, 2022 by nmex2013
WASHINGTON—Today, Gallup released a new poll that showed a growing percentage of people (71%) in the U.S. support same-sex marriage. In response, Human Rights Campaign Legal Director Sarah Warbelow released the following statement:
"This new data not only shows the continuing growth of support for same-sex marriage but also underscores what we have long known—anti-LGBTQ+ politicians and activists attacking marriage equality do not reflect the beliefs of the nation and are working contrary to public opinion," said Sarah Warbelow, Human Rights Campaign Legal Director. "Notably, the Supreme Court doesn't take public opinion into account when makings its decision; the Court will override decades of precedent if it strikes down Roe, despite the fact that a majority of Americans support access to abortion care. If that does indeed happen, it will likely embolden state legislatures – who have already been introducing and passing anti-LGBTQ+ legislation at a record pace – to continue to test the limits of court recognized LGBTQ+ equality. "
Key Points from the poll:
Today, results from a 2022 Gallup poll were released that showed the estimate of Americans that support same-sex marriage has risen to 71%, an increase of more than 44 percentage points from the initial recording in 1996.
In 2011, support for same-sex marriage reached the majority level of Americans.
In 2015, one month before the U.S. Supreme Court's Obergefell v. Hodges decision, public support for legalizing same-sex marriage reached the 60% level.
Gallup: Same-Sex Marriage Support Inches Up to New High of 71%
By: Justin McCarthy
Seventy-one percent of Americans say they support legal same-sex marriage, which exceeds the previous high of 70% recorded in 2021 by one percentage point.
When Gallup first polled about same-sex marriage in 1996, barely a quarter of the public (27%) supported legalizing such unions. It would take another 15 years, until 2011, for support to reach the majority level.
Then in 2015, just one month before the U.S. Supreme Court's Obergefell v. Hodges decision, public support for legalizing gay marriage cracked the 60% level, and last year it reached the 70% mark for the first time.
The Human Rights Campaign is America's largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ people are embraced as full members of society at home, at work and in every community.
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BREAKING: Human Rights Campaign Commends Republican Gov. Spencer Cox for Vetoing Anti-Trans Sports Ban
Posted on March 22, 2022 by nmex2013
Salt Lake City, Utah – Today, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox vetoed House Bill 11 – a bill that would have prevented transgender students from participating in school sports consistent with their gender identity. With the governor's veto of the bill, Utah became the second state this year to reject such a discriminatory ban approved by the legislature.
Republican Gov. Cox had pledged to veto the bill – which was hastily pushed through the Senate and heavily amended on the last night of Utah's legislative session. The governor's pledge was met with resounding praise and appreciation for standing up on behalf of transgender student-athletes who the governor addressed by saying, "I just want them to know that it's gonna be okay." In a letter explaining his veto, Gov. Cox said, "Rarely has so much fear and anger been directed at so few. I don't understand what they are going through or why they feel the way they do. But I want them to live."
Gov. Cox is the second Republican governor to veto an anti-trans sports ban in as many days; Indiana Governor Eric Holcomb vetoed a similar bill in his state yesterday.
Human Rights Campaign State Legislative Director and Senior Counsel Cathryn Oakley released the following statement in reaction to Gov. Cox vetoing HB 11:
"Gov. Cox heard the voices of transgender students and their families, medical experts, the business community, and advocates for fairness in sports, all of whom oppose discriminatory legislation like HB 11. He's shown that he sees the humanity of the transgender youth targeted by this legislation – something governors in states like South Dakota and Iowa have refused to do.
Transgender kids across Utah, whether they want to play school sports or not, will be better off because of Gov. Cox's decision today, and the Human Rights Campaign appreciates his veto. We urge lawmakers to uphold the Governor's veto because all children in Utah deserve better than being treated as political pawns – what they deserve is to be able to have fun with their friends, exercise, and learn how to be part of a team."
In February 2021, Gov. Cox said he would not sign a bill then making its way through the Utah Legislature that would have banned transgender girls from participating in girl's K-12 sports. Cox reflected on the hardships facing transgender youth saying, "These kids are … they're just trying to stay alive."At the same time, legislators in states across the country have continued an unprecedented assault on transgender youth. A record number of anti-transgender bills were filed in 2021, largely focused on denying transgender youth the ability to receive gender-affirming care and participate in school athletics programs. Even more anti-transgender legislation is on track to be filed in 2022. There are more than 320 anti-LGBTQ+ bills under consideration in state legislatures across the country. Of those, at least 130 directly target transgender people and approximately half of those (70+ bills) would ban trans youth from participating in school sports consistent with their gender identity.
Caught in the crosshairs of anti-LGBTQ+ elected officials' divisive political strategy are kids who are simply trying to navigate their adolescence. Transgender youth, like all youth, gain benefits from participating in school athletics: leadership opportunities, better physical and mental health outcomes, self-discipline, self-confidence, teamwork, and, of course, fun – and they shouldn't be prevented from participating in school athletics because of who they are.
Even when anti-transgender legislation does not become law, politicians are culpable for the harm they cause to LGBTQ+ people's wellbeing simply by being subjected to continual legislative attacks on their dignity and humanity. As we saw earlier this month, there are real consequences to the discrimination perpetrated upon LGBTQ+ people, particularly transgender youth.
Anti-Transgender Attacks As A Political Talking Point
Legislators in a record 34 states introduced 147 anti-transgender bills in 2021, focusing on discriminatory anti-equality measures to drive a wedge between their constituents and score short-term political points. In 2021, legislators in twelve states enacted anti-LGBTQ+ bills despite failing to provide examples of what exactly they were legislating against.
Merely introducing anti-transgender bills and peddling anti-transgender rhetoric has already had a damaging impact, leading to LGBTQ+ youth resources being surreptitiously removed from a government website, 11-year old kids literally having trouble sleeping, and a school district banning graphic novels with a transgender character after a parent's complaint. 2021 and 2020 were the deadliest and second deadliest years on record for trans & gender non-conforming people respectively, with the Human Rights Campaign tracking at least 50 violent deaths in 2021 alone. A new Trevor Project survey shows that a startling 85% of transgender or gender non-binary youth say their mental health has been negatively affected by these legislative attacks.
Anti-transgender content on social media is also a radicalizing issue all by itself. This is in large part because transgender young people are among the most marginalized, voiceless, and defenseless communities in America, and because right-wing arguments play on long-standing misogynistic, racist, and sexist tropes about gender roles.
Anti-Equality Forces Are Spending Big
These bills are the result of a concerted effort by right-wing organizations that have been battling against LGBTQ+ progress for years. Across recent elections, one of the key anti-equality groups working to turn back decades of LGBTQ+ progress has been the American Principles Project (APP). APP and its chief underwriter Sam Fieler have invested millions of dollars in support of anti-LGBTQ+ candidates. In 2020, APP spent more than $2.6 million in ad spending in support of anti-equality candidates. In Virginia in 2021, APP spent at least $300,000 on digital advertising in support of Glenn Youngkin's gubernatorial campaign.
Restoration PAC, run and funded by major anti-LGBTQ+ bankroller Dick Uihlein, spent at least $1.9 million in advertising across Virginia in support of Youngkin and donated $942,000 to the political arm of anti-abortion group Women Speak Out Virginia. Anti-equality group Free to Learn Action launched a $1 million ad campaign spreading widely debunked anti-transgender misinformation in support of Youngkin's campaign.
Businesses, Advocacy Groups, and Athletes Oppose Anti-Trans Legislation
More than 150 major U.S. corporations have stood up and spoken out to oppose anti-transgender legislation being proposed in states across the country. Companies like Amazon, American Airlines, Apple, AT&T, AirBnB, Dell, Dow, Google, IBM, Lyft, Marriott, Microsoft, Nike, and Paypal have objected to these bills. Four of the largest U.S. food companies also condemned "dangerous, discriminatory legislation that serves as an attack on LGBTQ+ individuals, particularly transgender and nonbinary people," and the Walton Family Foundation issued a statement expressing "alarm" at the trend of anti-transgender legislation that recently became law in Arkansas.
Many are rightly protective of the legacy of women's sports in this country, and a robust Title IX is central to that legacy. Importantly, advocates for women and girls in sports – such as the National Women's Law Center, the Women's Sports Foundation, Women Leaders in College Sports, and others – support trans-inclusive policies and oppose efforts to exclude transgender students from participating in sports. So do prominent female athletes including Billie Jean King, Megan Rapinoe, and Cheryl Reeve. That's because while there are real issues facing women's sports, including a lack of resources devoted to supporting them, transgender participation in athletics is not one of them.
The nation's leading child health and welfare groups representing more than 7 million youth-serving professionals and more than 1,000 child welfare organizations released an open letter calling for lawmakers in states across the country to oppose dozens of bills that target LGBTQ+ people, and transgender children in particular.
Nearly 550 college athletes have stood up to anti-transgender legislation by demanding the NCAA pull championships from states that have enacted anti-trans sports laws.
Trans Equality Is Popular Across All Demographics
The reality is that however sensational and polarizing this issue may seem, public opinion polling across the country show strong support for trans-inclusive and pro-equality policies:
Recent PRRI data shows a large majority of Americans (82%) favor laws that protect LGBTQ+ people from discrimination in jobs, public accommodations, and housing, and majorities of Republicans (67%), independents (85%), and Democrats (92%) favor nondiscrimination protections for LGBTQ+ Americans.
A PBS/NPR/Marist poll states that 67% of Americans, including 66% of Republicans, oppose the anti-transgender sports ban legislation proliferating across 30 states.
In a 10-swing-state poll conducted by the Human Rights Campaign & Hart Research Group in 2020 showed:
At least 60% of Trump voters across each of the 10 swing states say transgender people should be able to live freely and openly.
At least 87% of respondents across each of the 10 swing states say transgender people should have equal access to medical care, with many states breaking 90% support
When respondents were asked about how they prioritized the importance of banning transgender people from participating in sports as compared to other policy issues, the issue came in dead last, with between 1% and 3% prioritizing the issue.
Another poll conducted by the Human Rights Campaign & Hart Research Group revealed that, with respect to transgender youth participation in sports, the public's strong inclination is on the side of fairness and equality for transgender student-athletes. 73% of voters agree that "sports are important in young people's lives. Young transgender people should be allowed opportunities to participate in a way that is safe and comfortable for them."
The Human Rights Campaign is America's largest civil rights organization working to achieve equality for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer people. HRC envisions a world where LGBTQ+ people are embraced as full members of society at home, at work and in every community.
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The Human Rights Campaign Foundation Releases 20th Corporate Equality Index & Announces New, Robust Criteria
Posted on February 9, 2022 by nmex2013
Marking 20 years of progress through the Corporate Equality Index, a record 842 companies achieved a top-score for LGBTQ+ inclusive workplace policies
WASHINGTON — Today, the Human Rights Campaign Foundation, the educational arm of the nation's largest lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and queer (LGBTQ+) civil rights organization, released its 2022 Corporate Equality Index (CEI), which is celebrating 20 years of being the nation's foremost benchmarking survey and report measuring company policies and practices related to LGBTQ+ workplace equality. This year, a record-breaking 842 businesses employing 14.3 million workers earned the CEI's top score of 100, up from only 13 in its inaugural year—demonstrating the incredible impact the CEI has had on the business world over its 20-year life.
Throughout the CEI's two decade history, new criteria have been periodically introduced to ensure more robust, inclusive policies for LGBTQ+ workers—this year marks the next chapter in the tool's evolution. HRC Foundation's newly created CEI criteria will focus on expanding gender-affirming healthcare and workplace policies, ensuring equality in LGBTQ+ family formation benefit offerings, centering LGBTQ+ intersectionality through training and data collection best practices, and more—setting a new standard for LGBTQ+ equality in the workplace.
When the Human Rights Campaign Foundation created the Corporate Equality Index 20 years ago, we dreamed that LGBTQ+ workers—from the factory floor to corporate headquarters, in big cities and small towns—could have access to the policies and benefits needed to thrive and live life authentically. We are proud that the Corporate Equality Index paved the way to that reality for countless LGBTQ+ workers in America and abroad. But there is still more to do, which is why we are raising the bar yet again and ensuring our 'Best Places to Work' label continues to be the gold standard. Evolving the CEI's criteria to mirror society is imperative to create more equitable workplaces and a better tomorrow for LGBTQ+ workers everywhere."
Jay Brown, Human Rights Campaign Senior Vice President of Programs, Research and Training
The first year of the CEI included 319 participants, and the 2022 CEI now includes 1,271 participants; further demonstrating the tremendous trajectory of the CEI, a record-breaking 1,268 businesses have non-discrimination protections specific to gender identity, up from 17 in 2002. These critical non-discrimination protections cover 40.7 million employees in the U.S. and around the globe.
Other key findings revealed in the 2022 CEI include:
379 of Fortune 500 businesses have official CEI ratings based on submitted surveys, as compared to 366 last year—with actively participating Fortune 500 companies having an average score of 94 percent, up from 92 last year.
71 percent of the Fortune 500 and 91 percent of all CEI-rated businesses offer transgender-inclusive health insurance coverage, up from 0 in 2002, and 14 times as many businesses as ten years ago.
56 percent of the Fortune 500 and 77 percent of all CEI-rated companies offer comprehensive domestic partnership benefits, up from 69 percent of companies in 2002, which at that time only required same-sex partner benefits.
The CEI criteria are reviewed annually and are periodically updated, this year HRC Foundation is releasing several criteria changes that will go into effect for the 2023 CEI. The new criterion is outlined below:
The minimum requirements for transgender-inclusive healthcare policies have been increased.
A new category has been created centering on family formation that works to ensure equitable access to family benefits for same and different sex legal spouses and domestic partners.
An ease of access to benefits information is now required for transgender healthcare benefits, family formation and HIV/AIDS health benefits coverage.
At least one employee training integrating concepts of intersectionality will be required.
Employers will be required to implement at least one self-ID data collection practice—for example, confidential surveys, human resource systems, or a mechanism for board members to self-ID.
Gender transition guidelines are required as well as implementing at least one additional transgender-inclusion best practices, such as gender-neutral restrooms and inclusive dress codes.
The 2022 CEI criteria are its 5th iteration and fall under four central pillars: non-discrimination policies across business entities; equitable benefits for LGBTQ+ workers and their families; supporting an inclusive culture; and corporate social responsibility. Companies rated in the CEI include Fortune magazine's 500 largest publicly traded businesses, American Lawyer magazine's top 200 revenue-grossing law firms (AmLaw 200), and hundreds of publicly and privately held mid- to large-sized businesses.
The full report is available online at www.hrc.org/cei.
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Posted on November 29, 2021 by nmex2013
The New Mexico Gay Men's Chorus annual holiday concert has helped kick off the excitement and joy of the holidays for the last 40 years. This year's concert – our first public concert in a year and a half – brings us back together to celebrate Christmas, Kwanzaa, Hanukkah, Winter Solstice and all the wonders of the season. Our voices ring out to call all our friends and family to gather and remember all that connects us.
New Mexico • December 2021
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The holidays are just around the corner and Tempe, Arizona is home to lots of festive and fun holiday events. Complete your gift list and buy unique, handmade items at Second Sundays on Mill and the Tempe Festival of the Arts. While snow is definitely not in our forecast, you will find beautiful light displays that are sure to provide holiday cheer and just a touch of magic.
Make a long weekend out of it by staying in one of Tempe's hotels, ranging from upscale to boutique inspired properties. Visit tempetourism.com to find even more events, discover your next favorite restaurant and explore all the things to do in our city.
2nd Sundays on Mill – Second Sunday of every month
Downtown Tempe
Check out Downtown Tempe's newest event, Second Sundays on Mill. This event features a local market showcasing artisans, art, handmade crafts, baked goods, unique gifts, and more. Plus – enjoy pop-up street performances, live music from local musicians, community programming, fitness classes, and outdoor games. This event is family-friendly, surrounded by delicious eats and treats from local restaurants.
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World of Illumination – November 17, 2021-January 2, 2022
Tempe Diablo Stadium
Get into the holiday spirit at World of Illumination at Tempe Diablo Stadium. The world's largest animated drive-through holiday light show features two million lights and displays synchronized to your favorite festive tunes. The theme for Tempe's event is Reindeer Road, featuring Santa's Workshop, reindeer, snowmen, and toys galore. Tickets are only sold online.
Tempe Festival of the Arts – December 3-5, 2021
Head to Downtown Tempe, December 3-5, 2021, for the Tempe Festival of the Arts. View and purchase work of art from 300 artists, including everything from jewelry to painting to sculptures. Guests will enjoy artists from around the country, local music, a Kids Block and many great food options. While in downtown, you can grab a bite to eat from a food truck or one of the many restaurants in the area. Open from 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Friday through Sunday.
ZooLights – November 24, 2021-January 15, 2022
Phoenix Zoo
Enjoy one of the most beloved holiday events, ZooLights at Phoenix Zoo. This year, there are two ways to enjoy millions of twinkling lights, animated animal sculptures and the Wildlife Lantern Safari. On select nights, you can cruise through ZooLights in your car. On alternate evenings, you can walk through the event. Advance ticket purchase is recommended. Check the calendar on the Zoo website for specific dates for both viewing options.
Las Noches de las Luminarias – Select evenings, December 3-31, 2021
Desert Botanical Garden
Visit Las Noches de las Luminarias for a romantic date night or fun and festive outing with family and friends. The Garden's trails will be illuminated by 8,000 luminarias and white twinkle lights. Advance reservations are required. This year, enjoy additional lighting displays to highlight the beautiful desert plants. Purchase holiday cocktails at stationed bars along the trails.
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Get Outside in October!
Posted on October 4, 2021 by nmex2013
Things To Do in Tempe, Arizona this season In Tempe, Arizona, fall means the start of beautiful weather and event season. Enjoy fun-filled outdoor festivals, live music and arts performances throughout the city. Come to Tempe for an event and make a long weekend out of it. Stay in one of Tempe's many hotels, from resort-style properties to budget-friendly accommodations located near Downtown Tempe, ASU Tempe Campus and shopping at Tempe Marketplace and Arizona Mills.
New Mexico • October 2021
Southern New Mexico Pride / LAS CRUCES PRIDE:
Saturday, October 2nd
Plaza de las Cruces | 100 N. Main St. | Las Cruces, NM
Things To Do in Tempe, Arizona this season
In Tempe, Arizona, fall means the start of beautiful weather and event season. Enjoy fun-filled outdoor festivals, live music and arts performances throughout the city.
Come to Tempe for an event and make a long weekend out of it.
Stay in one of Tempe's many hotels, from resort-style properties to budget-friendly accommodations located near Downtown Tempe, ASU Tempe Campus and shopping at Tempe Marketplace and Arizona Mills.
Visit www.tempetourism.com to plan your getaway today.
Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA) – live music, a gallery, and theatre in a beautiful, lakeside venue
Desert Dance Theatre presents the Arizona Dance Festival –
Stray Cat Theatre presents Our Dear Dead Drug Lord –
ASU Gammage – see the best of Broadway at this Frank Lloyd Wright-designed auditorium
MEAN GIRLS: November 2-7, 2021
MY FAIR LADY: December 7-12, 2021
ASU Art Museum Exhibitions
DinnerWhere": on view through October 9, 2021
"Undoing Time: Art and Histories of Incarceration": on view through February 12, 2022
Outdoor Festivals and Events
ASU Football Home Schedule: September 25 – November 27, 2021
Get excited for a season full of fans and action-packed football at the legendary ASU Sun Devil Stadium.
Music in the Garden: Friday evenings,October 1 –
Desert Botanical Garden's Ullman Terrace sets the stage for live music from a variety of local bands.
Phoenix Pride Festival: November 6-7, 2021
Held at Steele Indian School Park, the Phoenix Pride festival features over 150 entertainment performances on 6 stages and over 300 exhibitors showcasing food, shopping and community resources.
IROMAN Arizona: November 21, 2021
This grueling, yet inspiring competition features a 2.4-mile swim, a
112-mile bike ride and a complete 26.2 mile marathon.
Photo: Nils Nielsen
Chihuly in the Desert at the Desert Botanical Garden:
December 3, 2021-June 19, 2022
Chihuly in the Desert showcases Dale Chihuly's stunning, large-scale installations nestled among the Garden's world-class collection of desert plants.
For even more events, visit www.tempetourism.com/events/.
The 49th Balloon Fiesta takes place October 2-10, 2021
in Albuquerque, NM. Learn more online at www.balloonfiesta.com
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Albuquerque PrideFest is August 20 & 21
Posted on July 29, 2021 by nmex2013
PrideFest at Expo New Mexico: Friday, August 20 & Saturday, August 21 Pride Parade at Nob Hill: Saturday, August 21
New Mexico • August 2021
PrideFest at Expo New Mexico: Friday, August 20 & Saturday, August 21
Pride Parade at Nob Hill: Saturday, August 21
Visit Tempe, Arizona
Events in Tempe this season
Fall is the perfect time to visit Arizona. The weather cools off, but not so much that you need a jacket, there's pumpkin spice everything, and in Tempe, fall means the start of the event season. Starting in September, enjoy fun-filled outdoor festivals, art exhibitions and Broadway performances.
Make a long weekend out of it by staying in one of Tempe's hotels, located near Downtown Tempe, the ASU Tempe Campus and shopping at Arizona Mills. Visit www.tempetourism.com to plan your getaway.
ASU Art Museum exhibitions:
Pilot Projects: Hugh Hayden, "Pillory": on view through December 3, 2021
ASU Gammage: See the best of Broadway at this Frank Lloyd Wright-designed auditorium.
HAMILTON: Sept. 8-Oct. 10, 2021
MEAN GIRLS: Nov. 2-7, 2021
Photo Credit: Mean Girls, ASU Gammage
Held at Steele Indian School Park, the Phoenix Pride festival features over 150 entertainment performances on 6 stages and over 300 exhibitors showcasing a huge variety of food, shopping and community resources.
ASU Football: September 2 – November 27, 2021
Get excited for a season full of fans and action-packed football at the legendary ASU Sun Devil Stadium in Tempe, Arizona.
Sonoran Sippin' at Desert Botanical Garden: select dates through September 10, 2021
Stroll the trails as you soak in the desert vibes and iconic sunsets all while enjoying music by local deejays and musicians.
Four Peaks Oktoberfest at Tempe Town Lake: Oct. 8-10, 2021
One of Tempe's signature annual events, Four Peaks Oktoberfest combines beer gardens, live music, a polka stage, food vendors and more.
This grueling, yet inspiring competition features a 2.4-mile swim, a 112-mile bike ride and a complete 26.2 mile marathon.
Find more events on the Tempe Tourism Office website
Photo Credit: Oktoberfest, Four Peaks Brewing Co.
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With Pride Month Underway, Rep. Titus and Senator Markey Introduce Legislation to Establish U.S. as Global Advocate for LGBTQI Rights
Washington, D.C. – Today Representative Dina Titus of Nevada's First Congressional District, a member of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, joined with Senator Edward J. Markey (D-MA), a member of the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, to introduce the Greater Leadership Overseas for the Benefit of Equality (GLOBE) Act.
The GLOBE Act, H.R. 3800, would establish equality and justice as key components of U.S. foreign policy; affirm that discrimination, hatred, and violence against LGBTQI persons will not be tolerated by the United States; and assert that the United States government will treat LGBTQI rights as human rights throughout its foreign policy, development assistance, and immigration programs. The bill would also establish a permanent Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI Persons at the State Department.
"No person should suffer from discrimination because of who they are or whom they love," said Congresswoman Titus (NV-1). "Under the leadership of President Biden and Secretary Blinken, the United States has the opportunity to set an example for the rest of the world by protecting the rights of LGBTQI people at home and abroad. The GLOBE Act equips the federal government with the tools and personnel it needs to promote LGBTQI rights around the world and punish regimes that persecute people based on their sexual orientation or gender identity. I'm grateful to Senators Markey, Shaheen, and Merkley for their partnership on this important legislation."
"Today, millions of people can once again see the Pride flag fly outside of U.S. embassies around the world, affirming the United States' commitment to protecting LGBTQI rights everywhere," said Senator Markey (D-MA). "LGBTQI rights are human rights, and we must take further steps to ensure that equality, justice, and non-discrimination policies are embedded throughout our foreign policy. President Biden and Secretary Blinken have committed to making the protection of human rights a key pillar of our work abroad, and I look forward to working with them to ensure these rights are extended to all people, no matter who they are or who they love, first and foremost by a swift appointment of the Special Envoy for LGBTQI Rights. I thank Senator Shaheen and Merkley, and Representative Titus for their leadership on this legislation and their commitment to upholding LGBQTI rights around the world."
"As the U.S. restores its role as the global leader in promoting human rights, LGBTQI+ rights must be a top priority. We must double down on our commitment to protect the right for people to love freely and express their truest gender identity – regardless of where they live in the world," said Senator Shaheen (D-NH). "I'm encouraged by the Biden administration's efforts to ensure LGBTQI+ rights are integrated within our foreign policy goals, and I look forward to working with them to ensure this bill's passage to establish a dedicated Special Envoy. We must not back down on our push for equality and justice on the global stage."
"We are living in a moment where governments around the world continue to make dangerous threats to our LGBTQ family, friends, and neighbors," said Senator Merkley (D-OR). "America cannot remain silent in the face of that discrimination and abuse. Every person—regardless of who they are, whom they love, or where they live—has the right to be treated with decency and respect. That's why I'm urging my colleagues to join us in passing the GLOBE Act, to send a clear message that the United States is committed to defending those rights for the American people and for people around the world."
"The GLOBE Act is landmark legislation that provides legal, diplomatic, and financial tools to advance human rights for LGBTQI persons globally," said Council for Global Equality Chair Mark Bromley. "It honors the Biden Administration's foreign policy commitments and allows U.S. embassies to offer targeted support for some of the most marginalized communities around the world."
"President Biden and this Congress continue to make progress on protecting LGBTQ people from discrimination at home and abroad, reversing the worst actions of the previous administration," said Human Rights Campaign President Alphonso David. "The GLOBE Act to Protect LGBTI Rights Worldwide is a critical step in combating bigotry and prejudice worldwide. This legislation sends a clear message: the United States is redoubling its commitment to advancing human rights around the globe. We thank Senator Markey for his leadership and advocacy on behalf of LGBTQ people."
"We applaud Senators Markey, Shaheen and Merkley and Representative Titus for introducing legislation that promotes a vision of justice for LGBTQI+ people who have been marginalized and criminalized by their governments," said American Jewish World Service Director of U.S. Advocacy Rori Kramer. "For too long, U.S. foreign policy has not centered the rights of LGBTQI+ people – the GLOBE Act will change that. Addressing the wide-ranging nature of LGBTQI+ rights from foreign aid, to asylum and immigration, to global health, the GLOBE Act would ensure that the United States leads the fight to protect and promote LGBTQI+ rights around the world."
Specifically, the GLOBE Act:
Codifies the State Department Special Envoy for the Human Rights of LGBTQI Persons in law;
Requires the State Department to document human rights abuses and discrimination against LGBTQI people around the world;
Restricts entry into the United States for foreign individuals responsible for abuse and murder of LGBTQI populations;
Ensures fair access to asylum and refugee programs for LGBTQI individuals;
Requires engagement with international organizations, including the United Nations and the World Bank, to protect international LGBTQI rights; and
Protects the rights of U.S. LGBTQI citizens serving their countries overseas at diplomatic and consular posts.
In the House, The GLOBE Act is co-sponsored by Representatives David Cicilline (RI-01), Joaquin Castro (TX-20), Chris Pappas (NH-01), Raul M. Grijalva (AZ-03), Mark Takano (CA-41), Suzanne Bonamici (OR-01), Karen Bass (CA-37), Adriano Espaillat (NY-13), Jesus "Chuy" Garcia (IL-04), Sara Jacobs (CA-53), Jan Schakowsky (IL-09), Eleanor Holmes Norton (DC-00), Brad Sherman (CA-30), Andy Levin (MI-09), Jared Huffman (CA-02), Jim McGovern (MA-02), Earl Blumenauer (OR-03), Stephen Lynch (MA-08), Linda Sánchez (CA-38), Suzan DelBene (WA-01), Darren Soto (FL-09), Mark DeSaulnier (CA-11), Mark Pocan (WI-02), Ted Deutch (FL-22), Grace F. Napolitano (CA-32), Juan Vargas (CA-51), Alan Lowenthal (CA-47), Ayanna Pressley (MA-07), Frank Pallone (NJ-06), Judy Chu (CA-27), Julia Brownley (CA-26), Edward Case (HI-01), Derek Kilmer (WA-06), Jake Auchincloss (MA-04), Gerry Connolly (VA-11), Donald McEachin (VA-04), Steve Cohen (TN-09), Yvette Clarke (NY-09), Bill Keating (MA-09), Lois Frankel (FL-21), Steven Horsford (NV-04), Albio Sires (NJ-08), Eric Swalwell (CA-15), Antonio Delgado (NY-19), Anna Eshoo (CA-18), Adam Smith (WA-09), Debbie Wasserman-Schultz (FL-23), Paul Tonko (NY-20), Mary Gay Scanlon (PA-05), Jahana Hayes (CT-05), Hank Johnson (GA-04), Chellie Pingree (ME-01), Jamie Raskin (MD-08), Lucille Roybal-Allard (CA-40), Brenda Lawrence (MI-14), Mike Quigley (IL-05), Donald Payne, Jr. (NJ-10), Ritchie Torres (NY-15), Ilhan Omar (MN-05), Madeline Dean (PA-04), Ro Khanna (CA-17), Brad Schneider (IL-10), Carolyn Bourdeaux (GA-07), Dutch Ruppersberger (MD-02), Nydia Velázquez (NY-07), Jennifer Wexton (VA-10), Ruben Gallego (AZ-07), Jimmy Panetta (CA-20), Dan Kildee (MI-05), Lisa Blunt Rochester (DE-AL), Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (NY-14), Gwen Moore (WI-04), Tom Suozzi (NY-03), Bonnie Watson Coleman (NJ-12), Andy Kim (NJ-03), Marie Newman (IL-03), Grace Meng (NY-06), Peter Welch (VT-AL), Al Green (TX-09), John Larson (CT-01), Andre' Carson (IN-07), Carolyn Maloney (NY-12), Rashida Tlaib (MI-13), Sean Patrick Maloney (NY-18), Mondaire Jones (NY-17), Jerry McNerney (CA-09), Jerry Nadler (NY-10), Angie Craig (MN-02), Tom Malinowski (NJ-07), Betty McCollum (MN-04), Kathleen Rice (NY-04), Jim Costa (CA-16), Gregory Meeks (NY-05), Danny Davis (IL-07), Ted Lieu (CA-33), Jim Himes (CT-04).
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Summer PRIDE Events!
PRIDE SANTA FE 2021 – June 26th, 2021. Learn more online at www.HRASantaFe.org. ALBUQUERQUE PRIDEFEST – To learn more about this and other events through the month of June, please visit their website at www.abqpride.com
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PRIDE SANTA FE 2021 – June 26th, 2021. Learn more online at www.HRASantaFe.org
ALBUQUERQUE PRIDEFEST – To learn more about this and other events through the month of June, please visit their website at www.abqpride.com
El PASO SUN CITY PRIDE 2021 BLOCKPARTY – The 15th annual El Paso Sun City Pridefest Block Party at Raves Club will be held on Saturday, June 19th from 6pm to 2am.
Tickets are on sale now at www.SunCityPride.org
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Plan a Trip to Tempe, AZ for Fabulous Dining this Spring!
Posted on March 8, 2021 by nmex2013
What makes a sunny spring day even better? Dining on an outdoor patio in Tempe, Arizona! This is the season when getting outside is a priority in Tempe because the weather is incredible. And, with Tempe's ever-evolving dining scene, it's your chance to try a new place or revisit an old favorite.
New Mexico – March, 2021
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Here are some of the best Tempe restaurants that serve mouthwatering meals on relaxing outdoor patios. For even more options for outdoor dining, visit the Tempe Tourism blog.
Pedal Haus Brewery at Seventh Street and Mill Avenue features hand-crafted, award winning beers, a delicious gastropub menu and a huge patio. You'll love the fire pits, yard games, plenty of seating and their outdoor bar.
House of Tricks
House of Tricks has been the spot for romantic dinners in Tempe for more than 30 years. It's located in two historic cottages with a beautiful, plant filled outdoor courtyard. Their contemporary American menu is updated seasonally, and they have an extensive wine list.
Postino Annex
Postino locations are well-known in the Phoenix metro area for their relaxed atmosphere, delicious paninis, salads and bruschetta boards and wine lists that are sure to impress. Tempe's Postino Annex is in the heart of Downtown Tempe, located in a unique building that was once a red brick schoolhouse and an art studio. Their large sunny patio gives you a front row to people watching in this college town, along with excellent views of "A" Mountain.
Caffe Boa
Caffe Boa has been a Tempe favorite for more than two decades. They serve a menu of handmade pastas, fresh seafood and salads in their charming indoor and outdoor space. Their patio is set back from the hustle and bustle of Mill Avenue, perfect for a quiet date night. And, their exceptional food will make you swear you are in Italy.
Cafe Boa
Salut Kitchen Bar
Salut is known for their creative menu, featuring Mediterranean-American inspired food paired with flavorful cocktails. Their large outdoor patio is a respite from everyday life, and you can even bring your dog. Just be sure to start with their hummus nachos!
This entire restaurant is a waterside patio, located in The Lakes neighborhood in south Tempe. Pier 54 serves fresh takes on classics, from shrimp tacos to specialty burgers. It's a great spot for a relaxing lunch or a sunset dinner.
Tempe's first full-service rooftop bar, Alibi, is on the 14th floor of the Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown. This poolside lounge provides amazing views of the city below and you'll be captivated by their menu inspired by street food from around the world. And, of course, their colorful cocktails just add to the experience.
Barrio Queen
End a day of shopping at Tempe Marketplace with a visit to Barrio Queen. This locally owned restaurant serves authentic Mexican fare, paired with unique drinks and extensive tequila and mezcal menus. Be sure to snag a spot on their oversized patio and try some of their specialties, including Cochinita Pibil Tacos and Mole Enchiladas.
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Holiday Happenings from Pride Guide
Posted on December 3, 2020 by nmex2013
Tempe's dining scene is on the rise, with new and notable restaurants that are adding new flavors to this college town. The newest eateries in Tempe feature everything from plant-based cuisine to delicious sweet treats, so you'll find exactly what you're craving. Alter Ego, the lobby level restaurant at Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown, was recently named Best Hotel Restaurant by the Phoenix New Times. That's quite an honor, considering that it just opened in June.
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GuacStar Kitchen and Cantina
GuacStar Kitchen and Cantina is an unpretentious dining destination where the experience counts as much as the food. The eatery offers mouth-watering plant-based versions of Mexican food, margaritas and new takes on cocktails made popular in the '80s and '90s. Standout menu items include the Baja Pescado Street Tacos, made with beer battered royal trumpet mushrooms, and the Enchiladas Calabacitas, made with roasted squash and zucchini, house-made roja and verde sauce and cashew crema.
Sweet Republic
One of Arizona's favorite local ice cream shops, Sweet Republic, recently opened their newest location in Tempe. This new destination for ice cream lovers is located at the Watermark development, on the north side of Tempe Town Lake. Their artisan ice cream is made in small batches, with natural ingredients such as milk from Arizona dairy farms, fresh fruit and handmade marshmallows. You'll find standard flavors that you know and love, but you'll be tempted by some of their unique combos such as Peaberry Espresso and Church Music, a collaboration with The Shop Beer Co.
CoreLife Eatery
Looking for healthy food that tastes delicious? CoreLife Eatery is Tempe's newest fast-casual restaurant serving salads, rice bowls and tacos made with ingredients free of GMOs, artificial colors or additives. Patrons can choose from suggested options, such as Southwest Grilled Chicken with Purple Rice, Sriracha Ginger Tofu and Ancient Grains and Korean Pulled Pork Tacos.
Drink Me! Tea Room
A twist on the British tradition, Drink Me! Tea Room is a charming place for afternoon tea in South Tempe. Their whimsical décor is reminiscent of Alice in Wonderland. They offer several options for tea service and reservations are required in advance. The Wonderland Afternoon Tea is a mix of savory bites, scones and sweet treats and the Petite Tea offers a selection of scones served with coconut cream and lemon curd. You can choose from a list of organic teas to accompany your treats, all of which are plant-based, gluten free and absolutely delicious. Check their website for seasonal offerings.
Alter Ego is the signature restaurant at the Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown. With a gorgeous interior space and a patio open to views of Arizona State University, Alter Ego serves elevated fusion cuisine expertly executed by Executive Chef Ken Arneson, such as the Katsu Chicken Sandwich and Brick Oven Calabrian Shrimp. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner daily and also offer inventive hand-crafted cocktails. They have also recently added weekend brunch with not so typical dishes like "FRO," with breakfast pork fried rice, a teppanyaki-style omelet, Asian pear salad and Thai vinaigrette, and the Banana Fritter Pancake with bruleed bananas, cinnamon whipped cream and warm syrup.
Change your point of view and visit Alibi on the 14th floor of the Canopy by Hilton Tempe Downtown. This poolside rooftop bar offers a menu inspired by street food from around the world, with options including an ahi tuna Poki Sampler and Filipino Style Empanadas. Here you can nosh with friends, sip on a cocktail, wine or beer and catch the sunset all at once.
Postino South Tempe
Postino South Tempe opened in September. Postino, a metro area favorite, is beloved for its menu of bruschetta boards, sharable snacks, salads, paninis, Arizona craft brews, and nearly 30 wines by the glass. Join them for daily happy hour, $5 'til 5 p.m., when all wines by the glass and pitchers of beer are $5 from open-5 p.m. After 8 p.m. on Mon. and Tues. evenings, partake in their $25 Bottle & Board, a bottle of wine and a board of bruschetta for $25 after 8 p.m. Funky décor including mid-century modern furnishings, vintage Tempe concert posters, and a 300-foot art wall covered in skateboard ads makes this location a standout from the rest.
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Looks Like Hatsune Miku: VR Future Live Will Come West
August 7, 2016 by George
It seems like a huge possibility that Hatsune Miku: VR Future Live, the debut Project Diva game for the PlayStation VR, will be coming West. Hatsune Miku: VR Future Live has not only been rated by the Australian ratings board but also the German ratings board. If the game is coming out in two English speaking countries its likely that it will come to the rest of them. Don't be surprised when SEGA announces Hatsune Miku: VR Future Live as a PlayStation VR launch title shortly after Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X comes out on August 30th.
In Hatsune Miku: VR Future Live players use the virtual reality headset to experience being an audience member at a Hatsune Miku concert, allowing the user to have a interactive stage experience not possible in real life. Hatsune Miku: VR Future Live will be a PlayStation VR launch title in Japan.
[Source: Siliconera]
Hatsune Miku: VR Future Live coming West on October 14 SEGA Japan launches teaser site for upcoming Hatsune Miku game Hatsune Miku's general producer Hiroshi Utsumi leaves SEGA Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X PS4 demo out now in Japan Latest Hatsune Miku: Project Diva X Japanese sale numbers are troubling
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Mama Ruth festival returns this weekend
Chicken and ham dinner, music, and plenty of attractions
Robert Creenan, Tribune Staff Writer
Published 6:00 am EDT, Thursday, August 29, 2019
RUTH – For those in the mood for some old-fashioned fun to close out their summer, look no further than the Mama Ruth Dinner.
The event will take place all day on Sunday at the Holy Apostles Parish in Ruth.
The main draw for Mama Ruth is the all-you-can-eat dinner, served family style with chicken, ham, corn, beans, and mashed potatoes.
Dinners cost $14 for adults, $7 for children, and kids under 5 can eat for free.
Other attractions include cornhole tournaments, a car show, a sweet shop, bingo, a free petting zoo, a history nook, and a country store.
Two bands will be performing. The Natural Tones, a polka band, will play from 1 to 6 p.m., and Even Steven, a variety band, will play from 7 p.m. to midnight.
After morning mass at the church, a senior citizen of the parish will be crowned Mama Ruth for the festival.
Mama Ruth co-chairperson Debbie Bischer said most people believe the festival has been going on for over 100 years, but no one knows for sure.
"Its our big fundraiser for the church for the year," said Bischer. "It's also a celebration before the kids go back to school."
Bischer also said Mama Ruth is a chance for people who attended and taught at the church's former school to return.
For more information, call the church's office at 989-864-3649.
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