May 14, 2008 Archive

Books

• Book Review: Bad Moon Rising - The Unauthorized History of Creedence Clearwater Revival by Hank Bordowitz

  "It ain't me, it ain't me": Hank Bordowitz's bio of one of the most dysfunctional bands in music.

  Review in Books — by Eric Dennis — on May 14, 2008

• Book Review: Shades of Gray by Jessica James

  Jessica James takes us through the effects of the Civil War as it occurs in Northern Virginia.

  Review in Books — by Elaine Buff — on May 14, 2008

• Book Review: Finding Purpose in Narnia - A Journey with Prince Caspian by Gina Burkart

  This book will help parents, church leaders, and educators explain why C. S. Lewis's books are edifying to Christians of any age.

  Review in Books — by La Shawn Barber — on May 14, 2008

Culture

• Velázquez and the Soul of Juan de Pareja

  Velázquez's masterpiece: The slave, and what his master saw.

  Opinion in Culture — by Terence Clarke — on May 14, 2008

• Prince Caspian and the Age of Anti-Magic

  Prince Caspian's producer, who is a stepson of C.S. Lewis, talks about the effect of magical stories on impressionable children.

  Opinion in Culture — by Janica Unruh — on May 14, 2008

Music

• Music Review: Gene Clark/Carla Olson - In Concert

  Not one simply for the Byrds, Collectors Choice unearths a gem of a performance from a pair of country-rock's finest.

  Review in Music — by Music Nerd — on May 14, 2008

• Music Review: Holly Woods - Live it Up!

  A previously lost collection of mid-80's rock resurfaces.

  Review in Music — by Scott Deitche — on May 14, 2008

• Music Review: Kayo Dot - Blue Lambency Downward

  Kayo Dot’s multi-instrumental saturation bombing conjures up musical influences from just about every corner of the globe and channels them into one gratifying wall of sound.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on May 14, 2008

• Music Review: Pete Robbins - Do The Hate Laugh Shimmy

  Robbins has a unique, highly creative take on progressive jazz.

  Review in Music — by Pico — on May 14, 2008

• Interview: Backyard Tire Fire - "Jimmy and Bob and Jack"

  Backyard Tire Fire tell the story behind the song and perform "Jimmy and Bob and Jack."

  Interview in Music — by SunStudioSessions — on May 14, 2008

• Music Review: Various artists - Chris Barber Presents...The Blues Legacy Series: Lost & Found

  “Lost” recordings are almost always appealing. Were they “lost” for a reason or is there still some great music to be unearthed in the far reaches of the galaxy?

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on May 14, 2008

• Music Review: Beach Boys - Keepin' The Summer Alive

  The Beach Boys enter the 1980s just trying to keep their career alive.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on May 14, 2008

Video

• TV Guide Features The American Idol Top 3

  TV Guide talks with the top three contestants.

  News in Video — by Sherry Lipp — on May 14, 2008

• DVD Review: Time For Murder

  Six hours of suspenseful, campy fun tick by in this double DVD boxed set from the 1985 ITV series, Time For Murder.

  Review in Video — by Brandy — on May 14, 2008

• The CW: How Can It Get Worse?

  In two years of existence, The CW has struggled for recognition and ratings. Does the new lineup change things?

  Opinion in Video — by Alice Jester — on May 14, 2008

• Blu-ray Review: Water Horse - Legend of the Deep

  Family fantasy rarely gets any better.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on May 14, 2008

• The CW Unveils its 2008 Fall Schedule

  The CW goes back to the future this fall.

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 14, 2008

• TV Review: American Idol - Top Three

  The Top Three Sing Three Songs Each

  Review in Video — by Tracy Leigh Ritts — on May 14, 2008

• Movie Review: Big Trouble in Little China

  Call it camp, cult, or classic.

  Review in Video — by Brandon Valentine — on May 14, 2008

• Indiana Jones Box Sets: Which One Should You Buy?

  Keeping up with the Joneses on DVD.

  Opinion in Video — by Tony Dayoub — on May 14, 2008

• This Is This is Emily Yeung On DVD

  Executive Producer Mark Bishop sings the praises of his pint-sized star.

  Interview in Video — by Diane Kristine Wild — on May 14, 2008

• DVD Review: What's Going On - The Life & Death of Marvin Gaye and Greatest Hits - Live in '76

  From romantic hope to romantic despair, God was always in one of Marvin Gaye's corners and the Devil in the other.

  Review in Video — by Alexandria Jackson — on May 14, 2008

• Movie Review: Speed Racer

  This fantasy becomes a long, chaotic mess from co-directors/writers Andy and Larry Wachowski.

  Review in Video — by Tall Writer — on May 14, 2008

• TV Review: American Idol Top 3

  Review of the American Idol top 3 performance show. Who knocked 'em dead, and who's likely to be going home.

  Review in Video — by Sherry Lipp — on May 14, 2008

Sports

• Playing the Odds with C.C. Sabathia

  Holding onto C.C. Sabathia for the rest of the season may be the Cleveland Indians' best bet.

  Opinion in Sports — by Gary D. Benz — on May 14, 2008

Politics

• John Edwards Endorses Obama

  Tonight former presidential candidate John Edwards endorsed Barack Obama in Michigan, bringing his populist message.

  News in Politics — by Barbara Barnett — on May 14, 2008

• Canadian Minority Government Blues

  Any chance we might have had of reaping the benefits of this minority government will soon be wasted.

  Opinion in Politics — by Richard Marcus — on May 14, 2008

• Are Presidents Above The Law?

  Presidential immunity from prosecution was certainly not birthed by Bill Clinton.

  Opinion in Politics — by Kenn Jacobine — on May 14, 2008

Gaming

• Five Things The PlayStation Network Needs to Address to Stay Relevant

  Looking at The PlayStation Network service and how it needs to grow and evolve to take over the online industry.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Michael Prince — on May 14, 2008

• Xbox 360 Review: FIFA Street 3

  Another enjoyable, yet not very deep game from EA Sports Big.

  Review in Gaming — by Brian Szabelski — on May 14, 2008

Sci/Tech

• Dan Nied's Fortress of Weight Loss: Day 141

  More of my problems...

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Dan Nied — on May 14, 2008