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PASSING THE MIC CD CENTRAL MAKES WAY FOR CUT CORNER RECORDS ON OUR TABLE CIDER-BRINED BRATWURST RECIPE A QUICK SIX HOLISTIC HEALING SPECIALIST DOREEN ADAMS
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Contents
Passing the Mic
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Fans celebrate memories at CD Central as the beloved record store closes to make way for the return of Cut Corner Records
JENKINS & MORROW
A Quick Six
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Holistic healing specialist Doreen Adams of Third Eye Kentucky helps people get in touch with their spiritual side
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O RAL AND M AXILLOFACIAL S URGERY Nick S. Morrow, DMD
W. Scott Jenkins, DMD, MD
Matthew N. Gayheart, DMD, MD
8 Essential Lexington Distilleries
A look at Lexington’s growing collection of urban distillery options
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On Our Table
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A recipe for cider-brined bratwurst, courtesy of our friends at Wise Bird Cider
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Contributors Michelle Aiello is a Chicago-born writer, editor and indie publisher. Her interests include living room karaoke, snail mail and all things vintage. She contributes to our monthly “tadoo list” (our calendar of cultural happenings, page 41). With a passion for live music and Appalachia, Madylin Goins (photography for “On Our Table,” page 36) is a Lexingtonbased journalist and photographer committed to promoting artists and the stories that keep the hills alive. Mick Jeffries (photography for “Passing the Mic,” page 8) is a longtime contributor of words and images to the Smiley Pete universe. He works in an ever-changing array as graphic designer, photographer, writer, radio show host and oral historian to celebrate and evangelize the ever-unfolding zeitgeist of Lexington, his beloved home for more than three decades.
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PASSING THE MIC FANS CELEBRATE MEMORIES AT CD CENTRAL AS THE BELOVED RECORD STORE CLOSES TO MAKE WAY FOR THE RETURN OF CUT CORNER RECORDS STORY BY MATT WICKSTROM PHOTOS BY MICK JEFFRIES
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CD Central owner Steve Baron, who first launched the shop out of South Hill Station in 1995, announced on social media in early August that he would close the store in early September. The news was met with mixed emotions from customers sad to see the business go but also congratulatory to Baron as he eyes retirement. Dozens of comments poured in, with people sharing stories of hanging out in the store as teenagers (and now shopping there with their own teenage kids), remembering other South Limestone businesses that have come and gone since CD Central has been open, and even recalling meeting future spouses among the racks. Baron says the decision — one he’s considered for a couple of years — stemmmed from a desire to travel and spend time with family, and not from financial strain. In fact, the closing came during one of the shop's strongest business stretches ever. “We’re still seeing growth in the business, and we’re on track to have one of our best years ever,” Baron said. “It hurts to shut down something that is doing well, but all things must come to an end eventually. You hear stories about guys who refuse to retire and work until they’re 90, but I didn’t want to do that.” And for fans, there’s a silver lining: CD Central has now transitioned into a new version of a Lexington mainstay from the past, Cut Corner Records (more on that in a minute).
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CD Central owner Steve Baron has passed the baton on his record store after 30 years in business. PHOTO BY MICK JEFFRIES
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Bittersweet Symphony CD Central's growth had been fueled by customers both new and old, from loyalists dating back to the South Hill Station days to the fresh crop of UK students who descend on campus each fall, each finding something to love and listen to within the store’s walls. One of them is Blake Carpenter, who said CD Central helped him through homesickness when he moved to Lexington from his native Middlesboro for school in 2005. “When I first went to college, I went through a pretty bad spell of homesickness,” Carpenter said. “Between adjusting to it and being away from friends and parents, it was rough that first semester — then I found CD Central. I could get lost in there looking through music, discovering local bands, and finding a new poster to plaster on my dorm room wall. And for that little bit of time, I didn’t feel homesick. Graduation came and life moved on, but I could always depend on that store to lift my spirits. Even if I was just driving by, I’d look over and smile.”
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Supporting the local music scene was always a motive operandi of CD Central, and is a torch that Cut Corner intends to continue to carry.
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As Carpenter’s story illustrates, CD Central, which celebrated its 30th anniversary this summer, had long been more than a place to buy music: It’s been a hub for Lexington’s music community. Since its inception, the business consigned with local artists to sell their music, offered its window space to post concert flyers, sponsored a stage during the city’s Fourth of July Festival at Phoenix Park, and hosted countless in-store shows of its own. “A-list” artists including Chris Stapleton, Jason Isbell, The Black Keys, The Avett Brothers, and Victoria Williams all performed there. CD Central was also among the first independent record stores in the country to participate in Record Store Day when it debuted in 2008.
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“We’ve always wanted to be a part of the community and musical culture of Lexington and not just a store selling stuff,” Baron said. “That’s one of the things that separates local businesses from the others — the ability to engage with people locally on a grassroots level.” Former employee Aayat Ali, who worked at CD Central from 2017 to 2020, described the shop as “a third space in its truest form,” creating a sense of nostalgia for both longtime patrons and first-time college students. “It feels really special to have gotten a peak behind the curtain for the few years I worked there,” says Ali. “I left with lifelong connections and memories, and I’m thankful to Steve for curating that culture and letting me have a small part in it.”
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Owners of the new record store, Cut Corner Records, are Bob Lewis (left) and Tony Manuel (right), and a silent third parner.
Encore: Cut Corner Records Returns Although the closure marks the end of a decades-long run that saw the introduction of music downloading, then streaming, social media, and a global pandemic — even the comeback of vinyl — another music store has moved in to take its place, and it's a familiar name to longtime Lexingtonians. On September 13, the South Limestone space reopened as Cut Corner Records, reviving the name that adorned the storefront from 1979 until CD Central moved in in 1999. The new venture is run by Louisville native Bob Lewis, former CD Central employee Tony Manuel, and a silent third partner. They’ve retained most of the shop’s inventory and fixtures, from CDs and vinyl inventories to display racks and countertops.
For Lewis, who attended UK and often slipped into the original Cut Corner between classes, the revival is personal. After the shop became CD Central, he continued coming back, even after he moved to Louisville for work. “When [the three of us] first found out that CD Central was going to close, we got worried because we didn’t want to see something that wasn’t a record store potentially going in there,” Lewis said. “We started thinking of what we could do that would allow for that to continue on and the conversation naturally moved into taking an ownership role.” Baron, who is leasing the building to the trio, agrees. “It tempers the disappointment of having to close the store knowing that there’s going to be another independent one moving in that’s run by local
people who are going to do a lot of the same things we were.” Per Lewis, Cut Corner plans to offer an increased selection of vinyl, ephemera and other music accessories. Otherwise, customers shouldn't see many changes in day-to-day operations, apart from a different (yet familiar) name out front. Most of CD Central’s current employees will stay on, and Baron may still pop in from time to time. “What I’ll miss most is the interactions with people. A lot of the work I’m not going to miss though,” Baron jokes. “They say when you retire that it’s important to have social networking and a lot of that for me has revolved around the store. I’ve met so many awesome people through the years that I’ll miss seeing on a regular basis, even though I’m excited for what comes next.” n
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oreen Adams first noticed her heightened intuition as a child; in fact, one of her earliest memories related to her clairvoyant tendencies was when she predicted out loud that her elementary school teacher would be getting a divorce within the year. While it was not something her teacher wanted to hear at the time, it proved to be true (and is something that ended up working out for the best, Adams assures). “As a child, it was a blessing and a curse at the same time,” she said, of growing up with this heightened ability to hear, see and feel things that others could not. Today, she has harnessed it into a gift and a career, as a holistic healing specialist with Third Eye Kentucky. A spiritualistic center with a retail arm that sells crystals, healing stones and other holistic products, the Short Street business also offers Reiki readings, chakra balancing, aura cleansing, psychic readings, and other practices designed to encourage heightened consciousness and lowered anxiety. Adams addresses everything from navigating relationship challenges and healing from past wounds to understanding signs and synchronicities from the spiritual world, clearing blocked energy and more.
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When & how did you first tap into your heightened intuition and clairvoyant tendencies? I first noticed my gift when I was about seven years old. Growing up, it was confusing and hard to understand why I sensed and saw things others didn’t. Over time, I learned to listen to my intuition and began connecting deeply with energy. It felt natural, but it also took patience to embrace it fully. Was there a defining moment when you knew this would be your life’s work? Yes. There was a moment when I helped someone close to me through a very dark time. I guided them using what I felt and saw, and the peace it brought them changed me. That experience made me realize this gift wasn’t just for me. It was meant to help others find clarity and healing. Do you need to be in-person with someone to connect with their energy or spirit guides? No, I don’t. Energy has no limits, and spirit communicates beyond distance. I can connect just as strongly whether someone is sitting in front of me or miles away. It’s about tuning into their energy and opening myself up to receive the messages meant for them.
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CHEVY CHASE, YOU ROCK . What a night and what a neighborhood. The Chevy Chase Street Fair brought together friends, families and neighbors for an unforgettable evening of food, music and community in the heart of Chevy Chase. A huge thank you to Kroger, Wildcat Moving, Bank of the Bluegrass and LeafFilter for helping us celebrate in style. Smiley Pete Publishing is proud to bring this community tradition to life year after year. Until next year, Chevy Chase Street Fair!
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ESSENTIAL LEXINGTON DISTILLERIES Kentucky has long been synonymous with bourbon, but the past two decades have seen a boom unlike anything that’s come before it. Lexington and Central Kentucky have been at the epicenter of that growth with everything from revived century-old facilities to tech start-ups turned distillers and the first Black-owned bourbon company in the state since the end of slavery now calling the region home. BY MATT WICKSTROM AND SARAYA BREWER
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Barrel House Distilling Co. 1200 Manchester St. • barrelhousedistillery.com Founded by friends Pete Wright and Jeff Wiseman, Barrel House was one of the first businesses to open in Lexington’s revived Distillery District when it opened in 2008. The first “craft distillery” to open in the state, Barrel House stays true to its roots and to the foundations of bourbon and distillation by keeping everything small batch and handcrafted rather than automating larger batches, according to lead distiller and operations manager Dan Dotson. Since releasing its first product, Pure Blue Vodka, Barrel House has gone on to produce a portfolio of spirits that includes Devil John Moonshine, Oak Rum and Licking River Rye, but Dotson says the product that sets the company apart is its award-winning Rockcastle Bourbon, named after the limestone-rich spring water that it sources from that county. This fall the company will release its 20th batch of that bourbon, which is released only twice a year. After touring the intimate distillery, visitors also can try Barrel House’s creations at the adjoining Elkhorn Tavern, a cozy bar that feels equal parts speakeasy and hunting lodge, with an eclectic and uniquely Kentucky food and beverage menu. Notably, the company broke ground in 2024 on a new $1.8 million facility in Harrison County (Cynthiana), which, when it opens, will be that county’s first distilling company since the 1970s.
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Originally founded as a technology company in San Francisco, Bespoken has excelled using a unique patented rapidaging process to create bourbons that match hyper-specific flavor and taste profiles. The company uses a tailored wood finishing process, maturing the spirit in stainless steel kegs that are infused with micro-staves (small, toasted wood pieces), a method that enables a rapid and precise flavor development while reducing resource waste. Located within Greyline Station, Bespoken’s home base underscores the company’s innovative approach, with a sleek and modern tasting room and production areas that feel more like a high-tech lab than a traditional distillery. The distillery got off to a rockin’ start last year, with a grand opening party that featured an intimate concert and tasting event with southern rock legends Lynyrd Skynyrd, with whom the company had collaborated to create a 90-proof whiskey called Hell House.
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Bluegrass Distillers 158 W. Leestown Road (Midway) • bluegrassdistillers.com Founded in 2012 by Woodford County native Sam Rock, Bluegrass Distillers opened its doors to the public in its original downtown Lexington location in 2013. This summer, the company moved to a new $8 million facility on a historic Midway farm (which makes it the only distillery on this list not actually based in Lexington, but we’re giving it a pass). Bluegrass Distillers crafts award-winning bourbons with a seed-to-grass approach using (mostly) grains grown on its 62-acre Elkwood Farm. With history dating back to the 1830s, the property is listed on the National Historic Register, and features a mansion that patrons are able to visit during a distillery tour. The tour walks guests through the property while providing an up-close look at every step of the bourbonmaking process. “For us, it’s about keeping bourbon rooted in the place it comes from and making something authentic to Kentucky,” said Maggie Young, the company’s director of marketing and distribution. The distillery’s move to this new location in June has increased its production capacity by over 100 percent, setting the company up for steady growth into the future as they continue to honor the craft bourbon traditions that came before them. Additional attractions, like a café, a music series, and other events designed to bring people together at the farm will be rolled out in the months ahead. SMILEYPETE.COM || OCTOBER 2025 29
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Dark Arts Whiskey House 1170 Manchester St. #190 • www.darkartswhiskey.com Just over two years since the brand officially launched in April 2023, Dark Arts Whiskey House opened a stunning new guest experience facility earlier this summer in the heart of Lexington’s Distillery District. Located in the space in the original James E. Pepper Distillery building most recently occupied by RD1 Spirits, Dark Arts describes itself as a “blending, re-barreling and finishing house…inspired by alchemists of old.”
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In addition to guided tastings of the brand’s more than 80 products, guest experiences offered at the facility include an “Alchemical Journey” tasting and a “Thief From the Barrel” experience that allows guests to choose a flight of four pours directly from the barrel, with an option to bottle your own favorite to take home. The distillery also features a moody and atmospheric bar that serves up creative cocktails highlighting the distillery’s whiskeys.
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James E. Pepper 1228 Manchester St. #100 jamesepepper.com Originally built by larger-than-life bourbon industrialist Colonel James E. Pepper, the James E. Pepper Distillery building was said to be the largest and most technologically advanced whiskey distillery in the United States at the time it originally opened in 1880. After that distillery closed in 1958, the campus housing its operations sat vacant until 2008. Since then, the original Pepper Distillery buildings have anchored one of Lexington’s top entertainment hubs, the Distillery District, with a variety of restaurants, music venues and other businesses having opened in and around the facility in recent years. Late 2017 saw a full circle move when the James E. Pepper Distilling Co. recommenced operations in the original distillery, with a brand relaunch overseen by whiskey entrepreneur Amir Peay. Each of the brand’s current concoctions, crafted by master distiller Cody Giles, aim to embrace the brand’s near 250-year heritage while also pushing the boundaries of whiskey-making.
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“The James E. Pepper Distillery is more than just a place to enjoy bourbon; it’s a living piece of Lexington’s history,” said operations assistant Katherine Foley. “We are proud to carry forward the story of one of America’s oldest whiskey brands, while also contributing to the vibrant culture of the Distillery District.”
377 E. Main St. • freshbourbon.com Since 2017, Fresh Bourbon Distilling Co. has been working to make Kentucky’s signature spirit more approachable and inclusive than ever. The company is spearheaded by Tia and Sean Edwards, who have been recognized by the state as the first Black distillery owners. The company launched its first bourbon in 2020, in partnership with the Paris, Kentucky-based Hartfield & Co. Distillery, and in September 2022 opened a tasting room in downtown Lexington. Describing its signature product as “gently sweet and approachable with surprising complexity and satisfying depth,” Fresh Bourbon is geared toward providing a new bourbon experience that caters to how tasters want to drink their bourbon, whether that’s neat, on the rocks or in a cocktail. Visitors to the downtown Lexington facility can indulge in Fresh Bourbon’s spirits in a tasting room described as “sexy, elegant and upscale,” offering a unique sensory experience with taste and aroma pairings. The facility also offers a mixology course where guests can build their own Old-Fashioned cocktails. In 2020, Fresh Bourbon announced plans to build a $5.4 million, 34,000 sq. ft. facility downtown, but a specific location has yet to be announced.
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Lexington Brewing & Distilling Co. 401 Cross St. • lexingtonbrewingco.com The only member of this list that produces beer in addition to spirits, Lexington Brewing & Distilling is home to products that include Town Branch Kentucky Straight Bourbon and Kentucky Bourbon Barrel Ale. Founded in 1999 by the late Pearse Lyons, founder and president of Alltech, Inc., the company operated primarily as a brewery until the 2012 launch of its adjacent Town Branch Distillery, which marked the first new distillery in Lexington in over a century. The company is now led by Lyons’ son Mark, who holds a Ph. D. in solid-state fermentation and has a love for brewing and distilling that has been carried down through many generations in his family. The company continues to break new ground, with pre-batched cocktails like Bourbonola, a Prohibition-style take on a bourbon and coke blending Town Branch Kentucky Straight Bourbon with cherry and vanilla cola.
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RD1 Spirits 113 Turner Cmns. Way #110 • rd1spirits.com Founded in 2020 and originally located in Lexington’s Distillery District, RD1 Spirits has quickly emerged as a bold voice in Kentucky bourbon. In May 2025, the brand opened a striking new $5 million, 10,215-square-foot facility in The Commons, a burgeoning 42-acre lifestyle and entertainment district located minutes from downtown. The two-story destination blends work, life and play “in spirited fashion,” featuring an upstairs bourbon bar, speakeasy, wraparound patio and retail shop. The visitor center is designed to be more than just a tasting room—it’s a full sensory experience. Guests can explore interactive bourbon history exhibits, the immersive “RD1 Forest” focused on wood science, à-la-carte tours, barrel-thieving tastings, and VIP lab sessions led by Master Distiller Dr. Jarrad Gollihue, Ph.D., a former research scholar at the University of Kentucky’s James B. Beam Institute. RD1’s lineup reflects its innovative ethos, with expressions that include a Kentucky Straight Bourbon finished with French oak, a Bourbon finished in rare Brazilian Amburana wood, a Double-finished Bourbon in oak and maple barrels, and a unique whiskey finished in Japanese Mizunara and French oak.
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Wise Bird's Cider-Brined Brat with Homemade Banana Pepper Mustard & Diced Green Apples
RECIPE BY WISE BIRD CIDER’S LITTLE FORK KITCHEN | PHOTO BY MADYLIN GOINS
Perfect for the crisp fall weather ahead, this recipe calls on not one, but two delicious local beverages to impart flavor and zest: hard cider from Lexington’s Wise Bird Cider Co. (made with apples from Evans Orchard) for brining, and Ale-8-One in its zingy apple topping. Read on to find out how to recreate at home this favorite recipe, which is also served at Wise Bird’s in-house restaurant, Little Fork. 36 OCTOBER 2025 || SMILEYPETE.COM
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Add all ingredients to a blender/food processor and blend until smooth. Place mixture in a pot and bring to a rolling boil, while stirring constantly for five minutes. Remove from heat and let cool.
• 750 ml Wise Bird Cider’s Commonwealth Gold Hard Cider • Fresh brats of your choosing Directions: Add cider to a pot large enough to hold your brats. Bring cider to a rolling boil. Reduce heat and simmer. Add brats and simmer for 30 minutes. Remove brats and lightly fry/sear or grill until the outside is golden brown.
Banana Pepper Mustard Ingredients: • ¼ cup gluten-free flour • 1 cup Dijon mustard • 1 ½ cups sugar • 32-ounce jar of banana pepper rings • 1 cup apple cider vinegar • 2 teaspoons salt • ¼ cup water
Crunchy Green Apple Topping Ingredients: • Granny Smith apples • Bottle or can of Ale-8-One Directions: Dice apples and soak in Ale-8-One for 30 minutes. Add more apples if you want more of this zing-y topping. Bring it all together! Toast your brat bun, add your beautifully brined and seared brat, then add Banana Pepper Mustard and Crunchy Green Apple Topping to taste. n
Little Fork at Wise Bird Cider Co. Wise Bird Cider Co.’s restaurant, Little Fork, offers a variety of both hand-held meals and fork-friendly bites with an emphasis on providing gluten-free items as well as vegetarian and vegan fare. Chef Sarah Prater’s menu is designed to provide delicious, easy-on-the-wallet dishes that pair with Wise Bird’s award-winning ciders, prioritizing locally-sourced ingredients from local organizations. Wise Bird is located in Lexington’s Distillery District and is open for dinner Tuesday through Sunday as well as lunch service Friday through Sunday.
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An incantation of rare woods and old-world bitterness, Black Magic channels the deep mystique of toasted Mizunara stave finished bourbon. Italian vermouth and bitter liqueur swirl with black walnut and orange, casting a spell that’s equal parts shadow and sophistication. A ritual best performed after dark. Ingredients: • 1 ½ ounces Dark Arts Whiskey House Straight Bourbon Finished with Toasted Mizunara Oak Staves • ½ ounce Italian red bitter liqueur (Mazzura suggested) • ½ ounce Italian sweet vermouth (Cocchi Vermouth di Torino suggested) • ½ ounce walnut liqueur (Nux Alpina suggested) • 2 dashes orange bitters (Bittercube suggested) Method: Combine all ingredients in a mixing glass with ice. Stir for 12 counts or until the glass is chilled. Strain into rocks glass with a large ice cube. Garnish with an orange twist. n
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EventsCalendar CONCERTS & GIGS Unknown Mortal Orchestra. Oct. 3. Psychedelic grooves meet lo-fi intimacy with the kaleidoscopic sound of the New Zealand indie psych band Unknown Mortal Orchestra, which is defined by hypnotic rhythms and a genre-defying approach to global grooves. 8 p.m. The Burl (outdoors), 375 Thompson Rd. www.theburlky.com The Kentucky Gentlemen. Oct. 7. Twin brothers Brandon and Derek Campbell mix soulful harmonies with radio-ready polish for a unique sound blending country, pop and R&B. With breakout singles like “Vibin’” putting them on the Nashville map, the pair deliver a show that’s both homegrown and high-gloss. 8 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www. theburlky.com
Kansas, Jefferson Starship, Molly Hatchet. Oct. 9. A classic rock triple bill hits Gatton Park as the legendary rockers Kansas joins forces with Jefferson Starship and Molly Hatchet. From the timeless harmonies of “Carry On Wayward Son” to the cosmic rock of “Jane” and the Southern swagger of “Flirtin’ With Disaster,” this once-ina-lifetime show is a journey through rock history. 7 p.m. CommonSpirit Health Stage at Gatton Park, 795 Manchester St. gattonpark.org Deafheaven. Oct. 12. Black metal collides with shoegaze in Deafheaven’s wall-ofsound live sets. Known for their critically acclaimed album “Sunbather,” the band pushes heavy music into soaring, cinematic territory. 8 p.m. Manchester Music Hall, 899 Manchester St. manchestermusichall.com
Jammy Buffet. Oct. 12. A tribute with a twist: local players mash up the easybreezy hits of Jimmy Buffett with the improvisational fire of jam bands. Expect “Margaritaville” stretched into a danceable jam session, beach balls in the air, and a celebratory vibe in honor of the king of the Parrot Heads. 8 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www.theburlky.com Cole Chaney. Oct. 17. Eastern Kentucky singer-songwriter Cole Chaney delivers raw, plainspoken Americana rooted in the grit of Appalachian storytelling. With haunting vocals and anthems like “Ill Will Creek,” his live set feels both intimate and anthemic. 8 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www.theburlky.com
Outside the Spotlight: Fred Lonberg-Holm, Keefe Jackson, Christoph Erb, Gabby Fluke-Mogul Quartet. Oct. 20. This powerhouse lineup unites Chicago cellist Fred LonbergHolm, reedist Keefe Jackson, Swiss saxophonist Christoph Erb, and violinist Gabby Fluke-Mogul for an evening of fearless improvisation. 7 p.m., 21c Museum Hotel. www.outsidethespotlight.org Randy Travis. Oct. 23. One of country music’s most beloved voices, Randy Travis brings decades of hits, heartfelt gospel songs and timeless classics to the Opera House stage. 7:30 p.m. Lexington Opera House, 401 W. Short St. lexingtonoperahouse.com Ole 60. Oct 30-31. Kentucky’s rising roots-rockers bring two nights of whiskeysoaked Americana, sharp musicianship, and heartfelt storytelling to The Burl for a two-night run. 8 p.m. The Burl, 375 Thompson Rd. www.theburlky.com
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ART & EXHIBITS Figure It Out. On display through Oct. 15. This compelling group showcase is centered around the human figure and features works by Travis Adams, Thomas Scoon, Deanna Clayton, Bryan Randa and Jack Gramann. It highlights masterful interpretations of the body and face in glass, with each artist bringing a unique and collectible approach to figurative work. Gallery hours: Mon.-Tues., by appt.; Wed.-Sun., 12-6 p.m. Trifecta Glass • Art • Lounge, 243 Walton Ave. Trifectadesignstudio.com Awe & Wonder: Photographs by Dobree Adams and Poems by Jonathan Greene. On display through Oct. 25. Ranging from the canyons of Southern California, through her home along the Kentucky River, and across the Atlantic into quiet corners of rural France, the 16 photographs presented here by Dobree Adams capture moments of startling reverence. The soft, darkened edges around many of these images function like an inhale before a careful effort. Poems by Jonathan Greene will accompany the photographs in a rich, comfortable dialogue, speaking of quiet rituals and returning presence. In this immersive interplay between visual and verbal, Adams and Greene weave a gentle communion that winds together poet, artist, viewer and world. Presented in conjunction with the Louisville Photo Biennial. Gallery hours Thurs.-Sun, 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. 193 SHOP, 193 N. Limestone.
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103 S. Limestone #1150
$3,795,000
Step into a rare piece of history with this exquisite c.1812 downtown residence, known as Rose Hill or the John Brand House. Property blends historic charm w/ modern updates in a truly remarkable setting. Plus, a detached carriage house ideal for guests.
1004 Wil Rose Lane
$1,395,000
Stunning high-end fully furnished luxury condo located in The Penthouses of City. Center in the heart of downtown Lexington. 3 BR/4 BA, 5,989 sq.ft., marble flooring throughout, breathtaking floor-to-ceiling glass windows, and multiple gathering areas.
461 North Limestone
$1,950,000
Own this Rushing Dream Farm, an exquisite compound w/ 3 luxurious homes and two barns with a total of 26 stalls. Recently reimagined by the nationally acclaimed Matthew Carter Interiors, renowned for his signature ‘Southern-chic style,’ and architect Brent Bruner.
Nestled in the Wil Rose Estates of Versailles, KY, and situated on 1.66 landscaped acres. 6 BR/6 BA, 9,281 sq.ft. of privacy, space, and convenience. Features refinished American cherry hardwood floors, soaring ceilings, and exquisite woodworking throughout.
100-102 S. Hanover Avenue
269 S. Hanover Avenue
$1,375,000
1164 Taborlake Drive
$895,000
110-112 S. Hanover
$625,000
3337-3389 Rushing Wind Lane $16,500,000
$1,395,000
Charming 6-unit apartment building in Ashland Park. Each unit offers hardwood floors, high ceilings, unique built-ins, living room, dining room, kitchen, 2 BR, and a full BA. $200,000 Kentucky Heritage Council historic tax credit that can be passed along to the purchaser.
Lovely renovated home in historic Ashland Park. 4 BR/ 5 BA, 3,965 sq.ft w/ inviting front porch, hardwood floors, first level living room, dining room, and family room open to a stylishly decorated kitchen. One-car garage, plus alley access for additional parking.
Becky Reinhold, Managing Broker
Fantastic Taborlake home! 5 BR/5 BA, 5,063 sq.ft., meticulously maintained and stylishly decorated. Two-story entry foyer, sunken living room, w/ kitchen opening to family room. Fully-fenced backyard and patio for outdoor dining, and 3 car-attached garage.
cell 859.338.1838 • office 859.268.0099 • www.bgsir.com • becky@bgsir.com
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This lovely Ashland Park duplex features hardwood floors, unique built-ins, living and dining rooms, 2 BR and full BA. Lower level offers shared laundry and storage. Seller prefers to sell 100-102 South Hanover and 110-112 South Hanover together.
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