September 1, 2007 Archive

Sports

• Is David Catching Up To Goliath?

  Appalachian State and Boise State are just the tip of a gigantic iceberg. One that's already sunk "invincible" ships.

  Opinion in Sports — by Brian Szabelski — on Sep 01, 2007

• A Foolish NFC Preview

  Wherein I try to determine who will be David to Belichick's Goliath.

  News in Sports — by David Mazzotta — on Sep 01, 2007

• No. 5 Michigan Pantsed By Armanti Suits

  It's a little early for upsets, and this one made Michigan look like a cheap knock-off of a BCS team.

  Opinion in Sports — by Geeves — on Sep 01, 2007

Music

• Music Review: 50th Anniversary Collection - Dick Clark's American Bandstand

  Dick Clark and Time-Life -- an unbeatable combination when it comes to presenting the music of the 1950's through the 1980's.

  Review in Music — by Big Geez — on Sep 01, 2007

• Music DVD Review: Incredible String Band Live At The Lowry

  If you want to hear the Incredible String Band...buy some re-mastered CDs of their original recordings.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Sep 01, 2007

• Music Review: Bruce Hornsby/Christian McBride/Jack DeJohnette - Camp Meeting

  Anyone with an ear for jazz will enjoy this CD as it ranges the jazz spectrum.

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on Sep 01, 2007

• Music Review: Melvin Taylor - Dirty Pool

  Blues guitarman extraordinaire Melvin Taylor just might be Chicago's best kept secret.

  Review in Music — by Pico — on Sep 01, 2007

• Music EP Review: Miles Davis - Evolution of the Groove

  Miles Davis returns -- in spirit, at least.

  Review in Music — by Ray Ellis — on Sep 01, 2007

• Music DVD Review: Lene Lovich Live From New York At Studio 54

  This is an all around wonderful DVD of great music and astounding entertainment.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Sep 01, 2007

• Music DVD Review: KISS - KISSOLOGY: The Ultimate KISS Collection, VOL. 2 1978-1991

  You can continue to "Rock and Roll All Night and Party Every Day" with Kissology Vol. 2

  Review in Music — by El Bicho — on Sep 01, 2007

• Music Review: Thomas Torrey - This Slight Momentary Affliction

  A stand-out offering in praise and worship.

  Review in Music — by The Theory — on Sep 01, 2007

• Rock & Roll Feature: The Traveling Wilburys - Vol 1

  Plenty of fun and a good rock feel which bears repeating.

  Review in Music — by D.A.N. — on Sep 01, 2007

• Interview: Band of the Week – Dying to Know

  Toldeo, Ohio's own Dying to Know takes time out of their practice schedule to talk about their album, their live show, their fans, and their music.

  Interview in Music — by Connie Phillips — on Sep 01, 2007

Video

• DVD Review: Air Guitar Nation

  Nothing like rocking with an imaginary instrument.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Sep 01, 2007

• Movie Review: The Nanny Diaries

  A fresh college grad learns lessons about life, love, and herself while caring for the child of a fabulously wealthy couple.

  Review in Video — by Amanda Bittle — on Sep 01, 2007

• Movie Review: 3:10 To Yuma

  This remake improves upon the original.

  Review in Video — by Gerald Wright — on Sep 01, 2007

• Movie Review: Halloween (2007)

  Rob Zombie’s Halloween is neither scary nor thrilling. It is simply grim and unpleasant.

  Review in Video — by Chris Holmes — on Sep 01, 2007

• Movie Review: Rush Hour 3

  Chan & Tucker re-team for one final hour...

  Review in Video — by Daniel Cummings — on Sep 01, 2007

• Movie Review: Halloween (2007)

  Zombie offers up a vulgar and visceral take on a slasher icon.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Sep 01, 2007

• DVD Review: Foyle's War: Set 4

  This British period drama has the air of authenticity.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Sep 01, 2007

Books

• Book Review: Why We Read What We Read: A Delightfully Opinionated Journey Through Bestselling Books by Lisa Adams and John Heath

  A very interesting look at the books, ideas, and opinions that have pre-dominated our thoughts in the last fifteen years.

  Review in Books — by Betty Wong — on Sep 01, 2007

• Book Review: Biowarfare and Terrorism by Francis A. Boyle

  Outlines how and why the United States government initiated, sustained, and then dramatically expanded an illegal biological arms buildup.

  Review in Books — by Movable Feast — on Sep 01, 2007

Politics

• Katie Couric - Reports from Iraq Day 1

  A reaction to CBS news anchor Katie Couric reporting trip to Iraq and Syria in anticipation of a crucial military report on progress of the American effort.

  Opinion in Politics — by Movable Feast — on Sep 01, 2007

• Gay Marriage Becomes the Central Issue for 2008

  A judge's ruling in Iowa has set the terms of the debate for the 2008 election. It's all about gay marriage.

  News in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Sep 01, 2007

• Democratic Schism Widens In Battle Over Florida Primary

  Will the Democrats shoot themselves in the foot over an arcane rule?

  Opinion in Politics — by Clavos — on Sep 01, 2007

• God's Warriors

  Christiane Amanpour's "God's Warriors" is a great study of radical religion and its venture into violence.

  Opinion in Politics — by Baritone — on Sep 01, 2007