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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT/The Charlotte Post Sounds* Thursday, July 25, 1996 Shades hopes for long career Continued From 1B The group doesn’t see a prob lem. “At first we did it for fim,” said Tiffanie. “We’re just sayin’ ‘Look we have jobs, we have goals, what are you bringing to the table?’ We’re pot golddig- gers. 'That’s not the way we wrote it.” Monique; “Men ask those questions about women all the time. Do you have any kids? Do you have a job?” Shades realizes success isn’t going to come easy. Tiffanie and Shannon have postponed finishing college. ’The group is on a rigorous promotional tour for the single and is still putting the finishing touches on the CD. 'The group is also preparing for a Motown Revue Tour with other Motown acts such as Ladae, Jason Weaver and Johnny Gill. The women, all twentysome thing, have a few complaints - lack of sleep and being away from home — but there are ben efits as well. “We got a chance to meet Stevie Wonder in L.A.” Shannon said. “It’s always nice to meet your idol.” Mac credits family for success Continued From 1B ents responsible for his suc cess. 'Their patience and sup port over the years has been an inspiration, while he trav els around the world. Although he travels nationwide, he finds Club owner strives to innovate Continued From 1B PHOTO/MAHK PENDERGRASS It’s an environment that all should feel safe. Smith said. Dress codes and identification checks are strictly enforced. Jeans, T-shirts, vests without shirts, combat and hiking boots are not allowed. Neither are men under 25. Female patrons must be at least 21. “There’s a certain demo graphic we’re looking for,” he said. “Not necessarily profes sionals, but people with a pro fessional attitude and out look. We’re reaching for any one who wants to dress up when they go out.” Smith said the higher age requirement for men is a direct request from women. “I really polled women and they feel comfortable around men in that age group. Since women are my biggest clien tele, I have to listen to them.” Memberships are available for $25. VIP Gold member ships are $250 and allow the ^ bearer to b3q)ass crowds wait ing to enter, free valet parking and free coat check. .Cover charges range from $5 - $10 depending on day and time. Smith has wanted to enter the club scene for quite some time. He chose Harriston’s because “the opportunity pre sented itself with some real strong partners and 1 took the opportunity.” Smith is mum on the identity of his partners. He said he is the mtuority owner and man aging partner. He’s leasing the building, calling his initial investment “substantial,” but balking at specific dollar fig- “I will say we spent about $60,000 on renovations and the whole project is around $360,000,” Smith said. Smith has more renovatidhs' planned. A. second air condi- ' tioning unit will be added, as well as an awning for the side walk, signage, a deck for the existing patio and a second patio. time to stop in his hometown of Chicago to visit his family. “I love my family and can’t wait to see them,” Mac said on his way to Charlotte Douglas International Airport. “My wife works in a hospital for the mentally disturbed and had an accident with a patient. I need to see her and make sure she is all right.” Fans can look forward to see ing this Bemie Mac tour trav eling throughout the country until March 1997. Advertising Deadline Is 12 NOON Tuesdays -Charleston, South Carolim- SJn G^arfesion, we Jiaue a efeuaieef view perked summer vacation. A vacation here is truly special. 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