April 29, 2008 Archive

Books

• Book Review: Scion's Blood by Pat Nelson Childs

  The second book in the Chronicles of Firma trilogy leaves this reader eager for the final chapter.

  Review in Books — by Anna Creech — on Apr 29, 2008

• Book Review: Three Dog Nightmare - The Continuing Chuck Negron Story by Chuck Negron

  Behind the music, a cycle of detox and re-tox, (excessive) sex, (staggering amounts of) drugs, and, incidentally, rock and roll.

  Review in Books — by James A. Gardner — on Apr 29, 2008

• Book Review: The Streets of Babylon - A London Mystery by Carina Burman, Translated by Sarah Death

  This mystery novel is an entertaining and sometimes humorous trip back to the 19th century.

  Review in Books — by Ruthie — on Apr 29, 2008

• Book Review: Tales from Blue Springs - The Hatchet Woman by R. Garth

  A strange novella characterized by bizarre events and terrible writing.

  Review in Books — by Alyse Wax — on Apr 29, 2008

• Book Review: A Rotten Person Travels the Caribbean by Gary Buslik

  Who says grumps aren't funny?

  Review in Books — by Clifford Garstang — on Apr 29, 2008

Politics

• Karzai's Instant Karma

  Karzai discovered confronting the American winds of change can result in big time blowback.

  Opinion in Politics — by Realist — on Apr 29, 2008

• Dam Wright!

  Rev. Jeremiah Wright seeks to explain the inexplicable with the unsupportable before the NAACP and the National Press Club.

  Opinion in Politics — by Heloise — on Apr 29, 2008

Music

• New Album Releases 04/29/08: Madonna, Steve Winwood, Portishead, The Roots, Def Leppard, Mudcrutch, Zappa Plays Zappa & More

  How old is too old?

  News in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Apr 29, 2008

• Music Review: Temposhark - The Invisible Line

  Would the blot of over hyped propaganda leave me feeling soured towards this electro-rock duo or would the pair’s debut match the kerfuffle?

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Apr 29, 2008

• Music Review: Beach Boys - Pet Sounds

  The Beach Boys reached the mountaintop with this release.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Apr 29, 2008

• Music Review: John Mayer - Continuum Reissue

  A great album gets an entirely unnecessary re-release.

  Review in Music — by Dusty Somers — on Apr 29, 2008

• Music Review: Vince Seneri - The Prince's Groove

  He might have a faux-royalty nickname, but his musical talent is the real thing.

  Review in Music — by Big Geez — on Apr 29, 2008

• Music DVD Review: The Girl Done Good: A Documentary Review (Amy Winehouse)

  What kind of fuckery is this? Find out.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Apr 29, 2008

• Music Review: Buckcherry - 15

  Buckcherry is about as rock and roll as it gets these days.

  Review in Music — by Cinema Sentries — on Apr 29, 2008

Gaming

• Wii Virtual Console News and Releases for 4/28/2008

  Shhh, you're not supposed to notice it's only one game this week.

  News in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on Apr 29, 2008

Sports

• Roger Clemens and His Closet Of Skeletons

  Roger Clemens' fall has been so great, even drug dealers and ex-cons are more believable.

  Opinion in Sports — by Gary D. Benz — on Apr 29, 2008

• It's Dishonorable For Army Cadets To Play Football

  That's what one writer is saying about a West Point football player drafted into the NFL.

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Apr 29, 2008

Video

• DVD Review: The Adventures of Young Indiana Jones - Volume Three

  I enjoyed The Young Indiana Jones Chronicles when they first aired and am happy that they have finally made their way to DVD.

  Review in Video — by Blake Matthews — on Apr 29, 2008

• Classic Cinema Corner: A Night to Remember

  You've seen the 1997 blockbuster Titanic; now watch the classic British film from which it lifted much of its content.

  Review in Video — by Michael Clayton — on Apr 29, 2008

• DVD Review: The Adams Chronicles

  This multi-Emmy award-winning series by PBS debuted in 1976 to commemorate the Bicentennial. The balance of education and entertainment is suitable for the whole family.

  Review in Video — by T. Michael Testi — on Apr 29, 2008

• DVD Pick of the Week: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

  Another week, what will you be watching?

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Apr 29, 2008

• TV Review: House, MD - "No More Mr. Nice Guy"

  House, MD is back with "No More Mr. Nice Guy" as House and the team treat a man who is "too nice."

  Review in Video — by Barbara Barnett — on Apr 29, 2008

• Blu-ray Review: Predator

  If Blu-rays bleed, Fox can kill them.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on Apr 29, 2008

• DVD Review: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

  The best film of 2007 finally comes to DVD.

  Review in Video — by Dusty Somers — on Apr 29, 2008

• Box Office Update 4/25-4/27: Baby Mama Nursed to Victory

  The spring season comes to a close with a mediocre weekend of flicks.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Apr 29, 2008

• Movie Review: Nim's Island

  Jodie Foster back in a comedic role? I'm there!

  Review in Video — by K. L. Connie Wang — on Apr 29, 2008

• DVD Review: The Sick and Twisted World of Joanna Angel

  A disappointing entry in the alt-porn arena.

  Review in Video — by Alyse Wax — on Apr 29, 2008

• DVD Review: The Great Debaters

  Compelling drama based on a true story.

  Review in Video — by Maddy Pumilia — on Apr 29, 2008

• DVD Review: The Diving Bell and the Butterfly

  A solid script, an adventurous director, and an immediately involving concept unite to fully immerse viewers in the protagonist’s locked-in world.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Apr 29, 2008

Sci/Tech

• My Adulterous Affair With Craigslist (Don't Tell eBay...)

  Craigslist versus eBay! Who will win in this no-holds-barred cage match of the ages?

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Jay Stemple — on Apr 29, 2008

• Software Review: Adobe Technical Communication Suite - Adobe Captivate 3

  Adobe Captivate 3 simplifies the creation of training, e-learning, and demonstration content.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Apr 29, 2008

Culture

• Satire: Last Night With George Clooney

  That's right Portland - the big GC thinks you're tops.

  Satire in Culture — by Marlowe — on Apr 29, 2008