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When two-fifths of Cake defected to form Deathray after the release of their sophomore album, Fashion Nugget, some wondered if Sacramento's answer to Camper Van Beethoven would disappear into the land of one-hit wonders--especially since Cake's lone hit, "The Distance," had been penned by departing guitarist Greg Brown. But true to bandleader John McCrea's deadpan cover of Gloria Gaynor's "I Will Survive," Cake turned around and repeated their success with 1998's Prolonging the Magic and its infectious hit, "Never There." Now comes Comfort Eagle, and, with it, news of drummer Todd Roper's departure (which probably explains the addition of drum programming to McCrea's ever-expanding credits). Like Beck, McCrea's self-sufficiency is only matched by an overriding ironic sensibility. It serves him well on the title track where, above mock Middle Eastern drones, he takes on all poseurs ("Now his hat is on backwards, he can show you his tattoos / He's in the music business, he is calling you 'dude'"). By comparison, "Short Skirt/Long Jacket," a song that dates back to McCrae's coffeehouse years, sounds formulaic (which probably explains its selection as the album's first single). No matter, tracks like "Long Line of Cars" and "Meanwhile, Rick James..." are sufficiently intriguing to make up for it. Factor in the distinctive trumpet embellishments of Vincent DiFiore, the band's other original member, and Comfort Eagle seems guaranteed to ensure that, no matter what happens, Cake will survive. --Bill Forman

This is Vizcaya Quinceañera dress style number 87044 by Mori Lee Bridal. LONG OR SHORT! Wear the long pick-up skirt to the ceremony and remove it to reveal the short dancing dress. Mori Lee’s Vizcaya Quinceañera gowns and ball gowns to make you a picture of elegance and beauty. Full skirts with scalloped lace and intricate beadwork on graceful fabrics like lace, tulle, and taffeta combine in exquisite designs. These beautiful gowns are created to seamlessly blend tradition and youthful exuberance. And, here at TJ Formal, not only can we bring these lovely gowns at a great value, we can be your one stop shop for Quinceañera. We have bridesmaid dresses that can outfit your Quinceañera or Sweet 16 court. We have Special Occasion gowns and dresses to outfit mom, grandmother, and guests. But, we don't stop there -- we have shoes, jewelry, headpieces and tiaras, foundation wear, and all the accessories you need to complete a special ensemble for your special day -- all at the comfort of your computer. Taffeta. CONVERTIBLE LONG TO SHORT! This versatile gown features a fully ruched pick-up ball gown skirt that is REMOVABLE to reveal the short trumpet dress with the asymmetrical hem. Bead encrusted strapless neckline with overlapping pleating. Lace up back ensures the perfect fit. Matching bolero jacket with puffed sleeves. Shown in Fuchsia and in Bright Purple.

Long High-Waist Trumpet Skirt...

Signature Stretch Sateen: Long Trumpet Skirt...

This mermaid slip has 3 rows of 7 inches of tulle netting.This is a drawstring waist.

This pattern offers 5 choices of eight-gored knit skirts with an elastic waist. View A is a short trumpet skirt view B is an A-line skirt view C has a shapely godet-inset hem view D is a flounce hem skirt and view E is a longer trumpet skirt. There are 27 sizes included in the pattern. Recommended fabrics include knits with 30% stretch across grain.