December 18, 2008 Archive

Music

• Music Review: Tony Trischka - Hill Country

  Visit "Hill Country." You'll be glad you did.

  Review in Music — by Gordon S. Miller — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music Review: Saliva - Cinco Diablo

  A paint-by-numbers rock band creates a bad record. BOOM!

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music Review: KAL - Radio Romanista

  "Don't just look at us as entertainers - we're no longer going to stay silent and entertain you."

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music Review: Lou Cowell - I...Um...

  Instantly setting Lou Cowell apart.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music Review: Switchfoot - The Best Yet

  This album is a great listen, and something that will make any open-minded music lover very happy.

  Review in Music — by Forrest Kobayashi — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music Review: Titus Andronicus - The Airing of Grievances

  Utter chaos, bar punk grandeur, and aggression.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music Review: The Who - Odds & Sods

  The Who: Chapter 10.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music Review: Dierks Bentley - Feel That Fire

  Dierks Bentley's newest studio album is sure to be a real hit amongst fans of country music.

  Review in Music — by Forrest Kobayashi — on Dec 18, 2008

• Music DVD Review: Willie Nelson/Wynton Marsalis – Live From Jazz at Lincoln Center, NYC

  Despite the director's horrendous choices, the brilliance of the music shines through.

  Review in Music — by Gordon S. Miller — on Dec 18, 2008

Sports

• An Insult By Any Other Name Would Sound As Sweet

  Shakespeare had it right -- insults, like words, are meaningless. But don't try telling that to Phil Mickelson or Elisha Cuthbert.

  Opinion in Sports — by Casey Michel — on Dec 18, 2008

• RJ's NFL Picks - Week Sixteen

  RJ's Power Rankings - Top Ten: 1)Steelers, 2)Panthers, 3)Titans, 4)Colts, 5)Giants, 6)Vikings, 7)Falcons, 8)Dolphins, 9)Patriots, 10)Cowboys

  Opinion in Sports — by RJ Elliott — on Dec 18, 2008

• Real Madrid In Real Trouble - This Week's European Round-Up

  Who would be a manager? And who would be a manager's wife? These thoughts and more in this week's round-up.

  News in Sports — by Jeff Perkins — on Dec 18, 2008

Video

• Blu-ray Review: The Mummy - Tomb of the Dragon Emperor

  Entomb this thing forever.

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on Dec 18, 2008

• A Look At Some Of The Winners Of The 13th Annual Satellite Awards

  My take on some of the biggest winners at the 13th Annual Satellite Awards.

  Opinion in Video — by NancyGail — on Dec 18, 2008

• Is Pushing Daisies Pushing Daisies?

  Whether last night's episode was the last one or not, I liked it.

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Dec 18, 2008

• DVD Review: Resident Evil - Degeneration

  Who knew CGI characters had subtle facial expressions?

  Review in Video — by Fitz — on Dec 18, 2008

Books

• Book Review: The Man Who Owns the News - Inside the Secret World of Rupert Murdoch by Michael Wolff

  An attempt to understand Rupert Murdoch falls short of its goal, but it's still a worthwhile investigation.

  Review in Books — by Justin McHenry — on Dec 18, 2008

• Book Review: Queen Vernita's Visitors by Dawn Menge, Illustrated by Bobbi Switzer

  A colorful and friendly picture book that teaches the calendar, seasons, months of the year, days of the week.

  Review in Books — by Violet Nesdoly — on Dec 18, 2008

• Conceptual Fiction: Dune by Frank Herbert

  Frank Herbert's Dune was rejected by countless publishers, yet became a cherished sci-fi classic. How does it stack up today?

  Review in Books — by Ted Gioia — on Dec 18, 2008

• All I Want For Christmas Is Books

  Nothing else provides as much value as a book. It's the ultimate gift.

  Opinion in Books — by Phillip Winn — on Dec 18, 2008

• Book Review: I'd Rather Be Rich - Choosing The Life You Want To Live by Sheila Leonard

  Clear and useful, I'd Rather Be Rich offers practical insights in getting clear and moving forward in your life.

  Review in Books — by Lynda Lippin — on Dec 18, 2008

• Book Review: Someday My Prince Will Come - True Adventures of a Wannabe Princess by Jerramy Fine

  Small town girl Jerramy Fine wants to be a princess. Turns out she's dead serious.

  Review in Books — by Marilyn Braun — on Dec 18, 2008

Politics

• Auto Industry Bailouts, the Government, and the American People

  Who will the auto industry bailout really help?

  Opinion in Politics — by Margaret Tilley — on Dec 18, 2008

• The "Makes You Fat" Tax

  Obesity is the second leading cause of preventable death in the U.S. with 30 percent of Americans classified as obese.

  Opinion in Politics — by cooper — on Dec 18, 2008

• Will Obama “Change” U.S. Foreign Policy? Part II

  "Change We Can Count On" is turning out to be just an empty slogan.

  Opinion in Politics — by Kenn Jacobine — on Dec 18, 2008

Gaming

• PC Game Review: Didi & Ditto: Mother Nature's Visit (Preschool)

  Learn preschool skills with Didi & Ditto!

  Review in Gaming — by Fitz — on Dec 18, 2008

• PC Game Review: Defense Grid: The Awakening

  I have nothing to offer but blood, toil, tears, and 'resources'.

  Review in Gaming — by Nathaniel Edwards — on Dec 18, 2008

• The Evolution of a Gamer: Part 3 - The Gamer Evolves

  How does one become a dedicated and obsessive gamer? Read on to see how a gamer evolves with the times.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Michael Prince — on Dec 18, 2008

• Nintendo DS Review: Personal Trainer: Cooking

  This user friendly, companion trainer provides helpful, informative and entertaining ways to strengthen your cooking skills.

  Review in Gaming — by Tall Writer — on Dec 18, 2008

Sci/Tech

• Product Review: Photobook Creator from Unibind

  The Photobook Creator will give you professional results at cost effective prices.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Dec 18, 2008

• The Singularity is Nearest

  Ever think of your mind and body as software and hardware?

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Ivo Quartiroli — on Dec 18, 2008

Culture

• Obama Needs a Global Hunger Advisor on Foreign Policy Team

  A U.S. hunger czar could work on Food for Peace initiatives around the world.

  Opinion in Culture — by William Lambers — on Dec 18, 2008