Hot Coffee

For some, the biggest jive about the Blue Devil Beanery isn't the java but the guys behind the counter serving it. Sam Clowney and Rob Clay--better known to some as "the hot coffee shop guys"--are two intelligent musicians who have come together through the local music scene. Their band Parklife will soon release a CD, but both had major record deals in the past with bands The Veldt and Cravin' Melon. On campus their alternative style and friendly demeanor caused an unauthorized fan club even before playing Few Quad two weeks ago. 

I asked them how it feels to be known as the desirable guardians of Grande Mocha Lattes. "It's a bit strange. I never thought people would respond to us that way," Sam said. Modest Rob replied, "This seems more about curiosity than attraction beacuse we just definitely stand out; I mean, look at Sam's big hair!" 

They tell me they see lots of regulars in the coffee shop. Rob proposes it's to get their caffeine fix. I suggest that some girls are more addicted to the coffee shop guys than the coffee. 

"Isn't it sad that the two greatest guys at Duke University aren't even students," observed one sexy college co-ed, who wishes to remain nameless so she can order her Cafe Au Lait embarrassment-free. Candy by the pound and now eye candy--the walk down to Edens was never sweeter.