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. FEBRUARY24,2005- Page 8 FEATURES Predictable "Racing Stripes" 19dusic 9rtusinos crosses the finish line last ter he is abandoned by a bi~ nam~ stars. who play LEAFIDDICK Quotable lyrics STAFF WRITER passing circus. Here is where Stripes' animal friends, includ- plot takes a turn: the ing Whoopi Goldberg, who are In almost every family Channing needs to convince somewhat two-dimensional racetrack the conniving There are also two crude flies, fuel Platts' album film, you tend to get the oc- owner Clara Dalrymple who have no place in a casional Babe wannabe: the . children's film. talking animal, usually cute Director Ou Prederfk and furry, not to mention Chau could have done much jlLLSTQNE beauty, .recounting all the voiced by a female, who as- better given the material he had pires to be something more. STAFF WRITER memorable times they had to work with. For example, he together. The latest hack at this is Rac- Weall do it. Weall hear In turn, Track 6, titled ing Stripes, starring Frankie ~HT should have had more human lyrics from a moving song and "When the Sand Runs Out," Muniz as a zebra who thinks drama between Clara and rewrite them on a little sticky highlights the realization of it's a racehorse. ~olan for an interesting pos- SIble.relationship, and the ani- note and tape them to a desk. living life to the fullest after Of course, there has to (Wendy Malick) that Stripes Everyone listens for it - that the death of a friend. be human drama, too. is fast enough so Stripes can mation could have been more finished for asmoother look. quotable "sticky-note song." The title track "Feels Sadly, this human race on her track. If you have to see this Rascal Flatts delivers a Like Today" is Track 4, and drama is the only thing the Midway through this couple of those sticky-note the popular rising hit, "Bless movie has going for it. snoozer of a film, the movie movie, take your kid brother who will appreciate the jokes. songs, epitomizing the defini- the Broken Road" holds lis- Hayden Patteriere plays falls apart. The rest of the If you don't, then rent Babe, the tion of the "pop country mu- teners through the second Channing, the spunky story follows a predictable movie that. started this genre, sic band." track. ' daughter of Nolan Walsh (ex- plot that is known halfway ~nd you will be mud). happier With the smooth tenor .Track 7, titled "Here's pertly portrayed by Bruce through the movie. It also If you did. Seeyou at the mov- voice of Gary Levox and the To You," is the group's el- Greenwood) raises Stripes af- does not help that there are ies! back up by Joe Don Rooney evating dedication to their and Jay Delctarcus,the harmo- devoted fans. nized trio includes a unique At around $15, Rascal Calling All DJ's blend of down home southern Flatts' "Feels Like Today," is accent and rich lyrics through- worth the investment. Anyone who'd like to be on the radio- out their album, "Feels Like Though it can be closelycom- Today." pared to delightful back- come down to the station "Feels Like Today" in- ground music, a few touch- cludes several sing-a-long hits ing and uplifting songs do and/ or call Pat Seibert (ext. 8444). that connect right to the shine through. These tunes listener's own experiences. encourage listeners to sing Track5, titled, "Fast Cars right along, or inspire them The radio station is coming in loud and clear. and Freedom," for example, is to write that memorable lyric about a husband trying to con- on a sticky note and tape it to Tune us in - AM 1620 vince his wife of her timeless the desk. Scion XB Pure Value Scion's "Pure Price" purchase experience PU R E VAL U E • means Nohaggle, No hassle. Vehicle starts well equipped. Youcan accessorize [or noti. Simple, straightforward menu pricing. Price starting at xB $14,195*$r"6',O"70 Standard features include: _ 160-watt Pioneer CD stereo with six speakers, including two tweeters and Scion Sound Processing / MP3 capable and XM satellite ready / Air conditioner / Choice of three wheel cover designs / Anti-lock brakes / Power windows. door locks, and outside mirrors / 5~year, bO,OOO-milePowertrain warranty'