ENTERTAINMENT Bad Reputation gaining: good standings in music business SMARLENE UaHorE Soke Not many people appreciate the label that comes with a bad of course you are Bad a local rock that's been tirning the 's in the is how lead vocalist, Kendall Hiebert plans to keep things—or now anyway. Surprisingly, after only playing together as a unit since October, the group of five is being sought after by various agents wishing to represent them on road tours. “We'll be working hand-in- hand with whomever we sign with. It's a partnershp,” Hiebert Currently the band is courting oles frost from Feldman & Associ- ates, the biggest music agency in Western Canada. The five rockers, ‘all in there early twenties and all from small Kootenay towns, say they are more than ready to take on the Help 'Us Celebrate the Start of ‘1992’ with a 1992 Barrel Sale 20 Pieces of Golden Delicious Chicken Reg. $24.99 Now Only $19.92 Save $5.07 All the month of January Don't forget the Salads and Fries Ceigar & Cominco meal tickets accepted Call us today! 365-5304 2816 Columbia Ave. Castiegar 4 Arts Couneii * Kootenay Art Club meets every Wed. night from 7 - 10 pm at the Senior's Citizen Hall. All levels weicome. Info: 365- 6816 or 365-7450. © WKNEC - BIOTECHNOLOGY - a science show. © Multi-cultural Society meets day, Jan. 27 - 7pm in the Woodland Park Library. P e@ of meeting - to organize Citizenship classes. All welcome. © West Kootenay Camera Ciub meets every 2nd Tuesday at Vogue Studios (Castlegar) at 7 pm. Next meeting Jan. 28th TheLion'sdfeadPub Robson, B.C 65-5811 urnament Jan. 16-18 Johnny Walker A’ rr HE MOVIES big city music scene. Lead vocal- ist, Hiebert comes from Grand Forks, John Deans on the key- board hails from Crescent Valley, Ed (Chuck) Sadler on guitar and Darcy (Fish) Caulhardt are both from Fruitvale and drummer Craig Wilson is one of Castle- gar’s very own. All have been playing their respective pieces since their early teens, and in Dean's case (a Royal Conservatory rebel), a future in classical music was where he was first pointed. “Classical music can be rewarding. But I wanted more attention so I joined a rock band,” said Deans, tossing a shock of blonde hair from his eyes. “Besides, I didn’t get along with the teachers.” Getting to the top won't be easy and members of Bad Repu- tation are the first to admit they've got a lot of work ahead of them. “We're currently working on our Top 40 lineup in order to get into bigger and better clubs,” Hiebert said. While mimicking the rock sounds of the ones who've made Bad Reputation I-r; Ed Sadler, Kendall Hiebert, John Deans, Darcy Caulhardt and Craig Wilson. it, Bad Reputation hopes to start working on a few of their own creations. “T think we all have a talent for writing lyrics. We've been keep- ing a 10-track recorder around while touring which allows us to experiement a little with our music.” Until something comes together out of their own making, the group will be replaying such renditions as Trooper's Raise a Little Hell, Scorpion’s Wind of Change and Unskinny Bop by Poison. So far, the fans have been loving the like- ness in a big way—so much so in Castlegar the band is stretching a four week gig at the Hi Arrow. “We've played in Castlegar before and it’s always great to do the home-town gig,” Wilson said. Bad Reputation has been build- ing up a following throughout the Kootenays, and is hoping to con- tinue to do so before heading eastward across Canada in the upcoming months. “We have a lot of friends and family around who are very sup- portive. But we've been doing quite well in towns where they had never heard of us previous- ly,” said Hiebert. The band credits soundman Dave Pederson as playing a large part in their successes to date— utilizing a $200,000 sound sys- Photo submitted “I would say he is the sixth but silent member of the band,” said Deans. Bad Reputation, including Ped- erson as soundman, are sure they can survive the long haul ahead of them, which includes living together as a family on the road for months at a time “We have days where we argue. Just like when you argue with your parents or your girl- friend, but we don’t make a big deal out of it,” Hiebert said. “It will be tough, travelling so much in order to make it. If we can last it and cut out all the crap, we'll do alright.” Bad R: will be playing tem that can packs a powerh: of sound. at the Hi Arrow until semumry 18. Theatre Energy presenting Vancouver musician Stephen Fearing is back to ease your post-Christmas blues in a solo concert January 17 at the Capitol Theatre, Nelson. In just a few short years Fearing has emerged as one of the bright new talents on today’s music scene. Though currently living in his mative Vancouver, his eleven years spent in Ireland contributed to his musical and poetic skill. With snatches of Celtic influ- ence, bits of jazz, blues, rock and country, Fearing packs a “lifetime of emotion told in colourful anec- dotes, fluent vocals and a torrent of virtuoso fingerwork” (Kitchen- er- Waterloo Record, Waterloo, Ontario) Since the release of his debut album Out to Sea, Stephen has toured extensively across the USA on a bill that included Fer- ron, Connie Kaldor and James Keelaghan. While touring from the East to West coast of Canada, HAPPY BIRTHDAY Jeremy Poster, Happy 4th Birthday, Love Mom, Dad, Mathew and Daniel Happy Birthday Staff, From Inspector D.B.1 Amanda Ozeroff, Age 5, Love Auntie Bev Glynis, Age 7 he received rave reviews includ- ing the following from the Win- nipeg Free Press: “Fearing was riveting. A powerful performer, he thundered one moment, flash- ing his guitar with broad passion- ate strokes. The next he was dynamic and sensitive, singing and picking with complete authority but, more important, reverence for the mood.” While in England, Stephen recorded his second release, Blue Line, which showcases his unique talents in a evocative light. ( “ ... spectacular guitar playing and stunning original composition.” Seattle Weekly, Seattle, Washing- ton) One sych composition is. the powerful “Turn Out the Lights”, “dealing with a subject rarely mentioned in songs and perhaps for the first time by a man — sex- ual assault of children. This one hit right in the guts and still fur- nished some hope.” (Georgia Strait, Vancouver) “The slow gentle picking let the impact of his lyric sink in: ‘Forgiveness is the only road that leads the spirit home.’” (Winnipeg Free Press) Fearing’s early influences included Jim Croce and Paul Simon. And later when bands such as the Chieftains came along to reveal Irish music in it's rich, full traditional complexity, Fear- ing was hooked. But the wide array of influences grew from the early listening lessons given to him by his father. “He would play Satie, Back and Mozart and then he'd play some Blood, Sweat & Tears. And he'd reajly make you listen and put the headphones on,” Fearing recalls. So whether you want to hear “hit-home” lyrics delivered in a voice with an “appealing mix of smoke and fire”, or an outstand- ing guitarist, don't miss this con- cert January 17, 8:00 p.m. at the Capital Theatre. Presented by Theatre Energy, tickets are avail- able at the usual outlets for $12.00. RL Sin - =< Business news? 365-5579 WEDNESDAY, January 15, 1992 The new rules for contributing to an RRSP —sim Contributing to an RRSP under the new rules can be as simple for you as “0-1-2.” Your earned income in 1990 0") determines much you May contribute and deduct for the tax year 1991 (“1"). And your deadline is Feb. 29, 1992 (“2”). Revenue Canada should have sent you late last year a notice showing your contribution limit. But check that figure, as some of those statements were incorrect. The rule: Your 1991 deduction limit is $11,500 or 18-per cent of your 1990 earned income - whichever is less. If you belonged to a (SPA) for 1991. Contact your payroll or personne! department for more information on PAs and PSPAs. Note that special rules apply if pension or deferred profit-sharing plan, you must then subtract pension adjustment (PA) for 1990 (which should have been on your 1990 T4 or T4A slip) and any net past service pension adjustment Business Glance you are involved in a family busi- ness pension plan. And also review the following key features of pension and RRSP reform. + The $8,000 over-contribu- tion. You may contribute up to $8,000 more than your RRSP limit. (This is an ongoing, not an annual, limit.) Any amount above the limit attracts a penalty of one per cent a month. You may not deduct the over- but this money can the surrounding area in | Stable and -up from e buyers were renters who get lower interest rates. With. the yates at near‘record levels, buying for many is a ‘etter to renting. They are expecting a rst quarter once the Celgar Modernization gears “back up after Christmas. Contract awarded — William Berg Construction of Castlegar Is starting off the new year with a construc- tion contract for the Nelson Police and Library building worth almost $1 million. Berg is algo nearing comple- tlon on the Creston Forestry building. Conference news — The Sandman inn will be the host hotel for the one day Interior Access Network Con- ference on Friday February 28, 1992. The conference, for able and disabled people, Is expected to draw peo- ple from Access Committees in communities in the Okanagan, East and West Kootenays. New In town — Three new businesses took out busi- hess licenses in December. One is related to the Cel- gar modernization project and the other two are recently opened businesses. Welcome! Now due ~ City of Castlegar. Business. licenses have. been mailed out to all business owners in the. city. Most businesses will notice a small increase. * * Natural foods — Regular commuters along Hwy 3A will notice that the building behind Hubby's Burgers at the junction of Hwy 6 and 3A is now open. Playmor Foods, a natural foods grocery and convenience store is owned and operated by Hazel and Cyril Demoskoff. The Demoskoffs used to own Hubby’s Burgers. Imme- diate best sellers include a variety of fresh home bak- ing and cooking including including borscht and home ‘Made bread as well as farm fresh eggs and tofu. Bulk food items, vitamins and quality groceries are all part of their brand new premises. And, they are the first convenience store in the area to refuse to sell cigarettes. Stop by Monday to Saturday between 9 a.m, and 6 p.m. and check out the selection. Sign of the times - Colourmix is lighting up the West Kootenay area in 1992 with new illuminated signs for businesses in Nelson and Trail. They are also busy with truck lettering, hats for Corpack Cement, traffic signs for flagging contractors, decals for the Passmore Fire Department, ongoing work at the Celgar Modernization “site and a big contract with Forestry for reforestation signs to be << ‘at re-forested plantation areas. grow tax-free in the RRSP. How- ever, unless you use up the over- contribution in a future year, you will be taxed again on this money when it is withdrawn. + The carry-forward rule. If you don’t make your maxi- mum contribution, you may carry forward the unused “contribution room” up to (in most cases) seven years. That could make sense, for example, if you were in the lowest tax bracket last year but will be in a higher tax bracket this year. Just make sure you will have the money to make the catchup contributions in future if you decide to spend now and save later. And always check the cost of postponing both the current tax deduction and the tax-free growth until you do make the contribu- tion. (However, you may con- tribute now and carry forward claiming the deduction.) + The $6,000 spousal pension rollover. If you have regular income from a plan an annuity don't qualify) or deferred profit-sharing plan, you may transfer up to $6,000 a year to your spouse's RRSP (provided your spouse is 71 or younger). This special contribution/deduc- tion is in addition to the preced- ing limits. This spousal rollover is based on your 1991 p ion/DPSP duce an AMT bill. + Contributing to an RRSP usually makes more sense than paying off a if you are in a high tax bracket, plan to leave the money in the RRSP for a long time and can earn a good rate of return. Then use your tax refund to pay down the debt. + If you have no spare cash, borrowing for an RRSP can make sense as long as you don’t have ple as “0-1-2” Hogg and M. G. Mallin, and other unbiased RRSP guides will chronic debt problems. Aim to pay back the loan within the year. _+ Make sure your RRSP income and, as long as you contribute by Feb 29, will reduce your 1991 taxable income. You may use any funds. Here are the key RRSP guide- lines. + Ideally, you should con- tribute to an RRSP in a high tax bracket and withdraw the funds in a lower (or possibly the same) tax bracket. + Contribute to a spousal RRSP if the spouse is likely to be in a lower tax bracket than you when the funds are withdrawn. Even if you are older than 71, you may contribute as long as your spouse is 71 or younger. + Maximize tax-free growth by contributing as early as possible each year for that tax year - early this year for 1992. Or at least contribute monthly. + If you roll over severance pay/a retiring allowance to your RRSP, ask Revenue Canada for its Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT) calculation form. This (note that CPP, OAS, RRIF and 1 , as well as any regular RRSP contribution, could pro- SPOKANE TOURS Annie January 29 Dinner/Concert & Dan Feb. 15,1617 Jim Baker Orchestra Spring Break Fly Tour To Disneyland March 13-22 Are You Interested In An Escorted “Tour To Hawaii”? ... Call FY PERSONAL CARE WORLDWIDE HENNE TRAVEL 1410 Bay Ave., Trail 368-5595 mm We Want to Make Your Business Look Good. with the financial institutions well before the deadline. Rev- enue Canada has already pub- lished its new Pension and RRSP Tax Guide, CCH Canadian Limit- , ed has Unde: Your RRSP (1991-1992 Edition), by R.D. oe Baker St., Nelson video Preduction Service. 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