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Vol. 28 No. 43
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A tale of three aspiring bands Local musicians finding their footing Sunlight Yellow shifted the tone with its introspective indie-folk sound — a mellow, Three student-led bands — acoustic contrast that revealed Punchdrunk, Sanitarium, and the emotional range of the S u n l i g h t Ye l l o w — e a c h young musicians. Each group reflects a differbrought their own sound and stories to the Merrick Gazebo’s ent corner of the local student “Live Music” event on Oct. 14, music scene. Punchdr unk perfor ming in front of an brings the excitement of a band enthusiastic crowd and gaining just finding its rhythm, Sanivaluable stage experience. tarium delivers the polish and Now, the same trio of per- passion of seasoned metal for mers is set to enthusiasts, and return to the gazeS u n l i g h t Ye l l ow bo this weekend for offers a more reflecthe Mer rick Fall tive, melodic perF e s t iv a l , w h e r e spective. Together, larger crowds are they illustrate how expected. Their a small community retur n marks stage can showcase another milestone an impressive specin a growing local of talent — JMARIElA PAVlICA trum effort to spotlight and how the area’s young musicians Punchdrunk vocalist next generation of a n d g ive t h e m artists is already meaningful opportunities to making its mark. perform beyond the classroom. The Oct. 14 show offered a Punchdrunk: Just the beginpreview of what audiences can ning expect at the festival. PunchPunchdrunk, a Bellmoredrunk brought an energetic based alternative rock band, is blend of alternative and indie one of the newest groups on the rock, channeling youthful scene — and one of the most chemistry and raw stage pres- promising. ence in their debut perforT h e f o u r- m e m b e r b a n d mance, Sanitarium produced a includes lead singers Mariela surge of classic heavy metal, Pavlica and Aadi Maystry, guicombining precision and power tarist Hallie Gillison, and while paying homage to bands Continued on page 32 like Metallica and Pantera, and
By BRIAN KACHARABA
bkacharaba@liherald.com
Brian Kacharaba/Herald
Creativity haunts area front yards Bellmore’s neighborhoods came alive with Halloween spirit as residents transformed their homes into glowing showcases of creativity. From towering skeletons and spider webs to colorful lights and inflatables, each display offered a unique mix of fright and fun. Highlights included a “Ghostbusters” scene with Slimer and the Stay Puft Marshmallow Man, a cheerful “Ghoul Bus” carrying spooky passengers, and a haunted carnival complete with clowns and pumpkins. Together, these imaginative displays reflected Bellmore’s festive energy and community pride, turning local streets into a celebration of color, creativity, and Halloween magic. Above, the homeowner on Judith Drive transformed the property into a haunted carnival. Right, a bright yellow “Ghoul Bus” inflatable was parked on a front lawn outside of a house on Natta Boulevard. Story, more photos, Page 3.
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