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Trashcans, an amalgam of Joe Canzano, Keith Beck, and Mike Gray. They belted out rousing tunes like "Working for the CIA." The set was raunchy and loud. After the set, Keith Beck complained that he was out of tune. Host Al Muzer of the Aquarian merely stated, "Tuning is sooo anti-Broadway." Soon after Keith Beck was back at the mike as a solo, doing fiery covers of "Penny Lane" and "The Mary Tyler Moore Theme."

While the political tone laid low for most of the event, Celtic-angst act Logs in the Mainstream was the first to offer some sentiment.  Mole introduced his "Euphemism for God" as a direct finger-point at those who kill in the name of religion.

   Next was WHTG refugee Nick Ciavatta, solo from Sea of Otters tonight with his hilarious numbers like "Dressing Room." Sometime it's hard to know if Nick is kidding around because he continued with a bonafide love ballad called "Friggin' Fabulous." Mojo Love Dog gave a kick with some heavy metal owing a lot to Judas Priest, minus the Flying V's.

   The Vigilante Cowboys were on hand with their retro San Francisco-style acid rock. They added a harder edge to "Volunteers" by Jefferson Airplane. Next was the
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the very essence of tolerance and diversity of thought that has made this land great. He briefly touched on the World Trade Center Tragedy, noting, "For about two weeks after the attack, Americans were nicer to each other for a change..." His sentiment was clearly understood by everyone.

     Hailed as the oldest community running folk music room in New Jersey, Minestreet showcases top country, folk, and acoustic blues from both the local scene as well as from out-of-state.  With no amplification, the audience is forced to keep quiet and become participants in a unique musical event. Coming in November, the Minestreet will feature Barb Harley (Nov. 3), Mike Kovacs (Nov. 10), Scott Sheldon (Nov. 17), and a rare open mike event on November 24.  For each show, admission is $5 and refreshments are available. Ease your mind at the Minestreet. –David J. Gorsky