April 14, 2009 Archive

Music

• Interview: Donnie McClurkin – Singer, Songwriter and Producer

  Through the power of song, Donnie McClurkin has given the world intimate insight into the trials and tribulations of his life.

  Interview in Music — by Clayton Perry — on Apr 14, 2009

• New Album Releases 04/14/09: Silversun Pickups, Death Cab for Cutie, John Doe & the Sadies, Derrick Gardner and The Jazz Prophets + 2

  Where is Eminem when we so desperately need him?

  News in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Apr 14, 2009

• First George Harrison Career-Spanning Retrospective In Stores June 16

  'Let it Roll: Songs By George Harrison' announced at Harrison's Hollywood star dedication ceremony

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: The Milk & Honey Band - Dog Eared Moonlight

  The newest addition to Andy Partridge's label produces music that's melodic and quizzical.

  Review in Music — by Bill Sherman — on Apr 14, 2009

• Afro-soul: The Death of R&B Bands

  The dying trend of R&B or soul bands versus vocalist groups

  Opinion in Music — by Bunneh3000 — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: Caitlin & Will

  Caitlin & Will's self-titled new digital EP is going to make them household names! Check it out.

  Review in Music — by Alie James — on Apr 14, 2009

• Jack White Unveils New Project

  Indie-Blues supergroup sees Jack white in unusual role.

  News in Music — by Rhys Williams — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review – Nick Moss & the Flip Tops: Live at Chan’s: Combo Platter No. 2

  Succulent, tasty Chicago Blues, delivered to your ears … with style

  Review in Music — by Lou Novacheck — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: The Easy Star All-Stars - Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Dub Band

  The classic Beatles album undergoes a reggae makeover, with surprising results.

  Review in Music — by Kit O'Toole — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music DVD Review: Vanilla Fudge - When Two Worlds Collide

  Vanilla Fudge is a little stale in their latest release.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Apr 14, 2009

• Concert Review: La Philharmonic Performs Works by Hayden and Handel at Disney Hall

  La Phil. play one by Handel and two by Hayden.

  Review in Music — by Robert Machray — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: Various Artists - Putumayo Presents: India

  Exploring India's rich musical heritage and incredibly artistic diversity.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: Taxi Doll - Here and Now

  Taxi Doll makes you want to dance...

  Review in Music — by Fitz — on Apr 14, 2009

• A Fantasy Beatles Compilation: "Beatles Deep Cuts"

  The Cutout Bin digs further into the Beatles catalog to find some buried treasures that deserve more attention.

  Opinion in Music — by Kit O'Toole — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: Radiohead - OK Computer (Collector's Edition 2 CDs)

  Radiohead brilliantly falters through their coping phases.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: The Status - So This is Progress

  The Status can look forward to the future, assuming they can stretch their musical boundaries past Progress.

  Review in Music — by Scott Deitche — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: Jimmy Campbell -Son Of Anastasia, Half Baked, and The Jimmy Campbell Album, Re-Releases

  Tragically overlooked, Jimmy Campbell was one of Liverpool's many highly talented songwriters.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Apr 14, 2009

• Music Review: Trembling Bells - Carbeth

  Trembling Bells may have deconstructed the traditional folk music genre, but that doesn't mean they are without affection for it.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Apr 14, 2009

Video

• DVD Review: The Day The Earth Stood Still (2008) - Two Disc Widescreen Edition

  This sci-fi film doesn’t equal the 1951 Robert Wise directed original -- even with millions spent on special effects.

  Review in Video — by Tall Writer — on Apr 14, 2009

• Movie Review: Sunshine Cleaning

  Two likable performances trapped inside a very poor script.

  Review in Video — by Todd Ford — on Apr 14, 2009

• Game Over: Adam Lambert Masters American Idol

  Could the next Freddy Mercury or David Bowie really come from American Idol?

  Opinion in Video — by Brad Laidman — on Apr 14, 2009

• Movie Review: The Boat That Rocked

  An enjoyable enough couple of hours.

  Review in Video — by Ross Miller — on Apr 14, 2009

• TV Review: Dancing With The Stars - Frenchman Flounders With Jive, Li'l Kim Takes Top Spot

  The paradoxes continue...

  Review in Video — by Kimberly Mauck — on Apr 14, 2009

• Box Office Update 4/10-4/12: Hannah Montana Tops the Holiday Weekend

  Hannah overtakes Diesel.

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Apr 14, 2009

• DVD Review: Jim Gaffigan - King Baby

  Pop in the DVD and you'll be hooked.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Apr 14, 2009

Culture

• Satire: The News in Pictures I

  The Bible’s whale really swallowed a little girl, more than 100 mothers vanished from Central Park, and Turkey plays a game of spike the biker.

  Satire in Culture — by Diana Hartman — on Apr 14, 2009

• How To Be An Intellectual

  What really makes someone an intellectual, and how do they hone their skills?

  Opinion in Culture — by Jonathan Scanlan — on Apr 14, 2009

• Couples and Driving: Six Tips to End Arguments

  Do you and your partner drive each other crazy arguing about driving habits? Here are tips to have a great ride.

  Opinion in Culture — by Dr. Coach Love — on Apr 14, 2009

• Opera Review (London): Il trovatore at the Royal Opera House, Covent Garden

  Enrico Caruso once said that all it takes for successful performance of "Il trovatore" is the four greatest singers in the world.

  Review in Culture — by David Trennery — on Apr 14, 2009

• Comedy Review: The Cody Rivers Show: Meanwhile, Everywhere

  If the future of comedy is cerebral, The Cody Rivers show is as far down the comedic rabbit hole you can get.

  Review in Culture — by Ethan Stanislawski — on Apr 14, 2009

• Has Tombstone Become the Town Too Dumb to Die? – Part I

  The quest for historical authenticity is dividing the little town of Tombstone, destroying businesses and ruining friendships.

  News in Culture — by SJ Reidhead — on Apr 14, 2009

• Interview with Bienvenu Djossa, World Food Progamme Country Director for Senegal

  “An empty stomach cannot hear” and only a well-fed child can focus and compete in class.

  Interview in Culture — by William Lambers — on Apr 14, 2009

Books

• Book Review: My First Movie: Take Two - Ten Celebrated Directors Talk About Their First Film Edited by Stephen Lowenstein

  Insightful, entertaining, and inspirational for wannabe directors and those fascinated by the process of filmmaking.

  Review in Books — by Gordon S. Miller — on Apr 14, 2009

• Book Review: Tone Deaf in Bangkok (And Other Places) by Janet Brown, Photographer Nana Chen

  A picturesque journey of candid truth.

  Review in Books — by Wisteria Leigh — on Apr 14, 2009

• Book Review: Who Do You Think You Are?: A Memoir by Alyse Myers

  In spite of abject physical and mental abuse in a dysfunctional family, a young Jewish woman develops into a caring, affectionate adult.

  Review in Books — by Regis Schilken — on Apr 14, 2009

Sci/Tech

• Tech Review: Sonicare Essence 5300 Toothbrush

  Are Sonicare toothbrushes worth the price?

  Review in Sci/Tech — by Daniel Foster — on Apr 14, 2009

Sports

• Stanley Cup First Round Playoff Predictions

  Expect letdowns from San Jose and New Jersey.

  Opinion in Sports — by Robert M. Barga — on Apr 14, 2009

• The Week A Carpenter Rose From the Dead

  Playing the Pirates and the Astros do wonders for morale and win/loss records.

  Opinion in Sports — by Brian_Kist — on Apr 14, 2009

Tastes

• Coffee Review: Starbucks VIA Ready Brew

  Can instant coffee compete with traditional brew?

  Review in Tastes — by Daniel Foster — on Apr 14, 2009

Politics

• The Russian Oil Drive

  The major world powers have been securing oil supplies for many years. Russia is playing hard ball though.

  Opinion in Politics — by Noel Trotsky — on Apr 14, 2009

• Now That We’ve Spent It All, It’s Time to Tax

  This is what happens when one succumbs to pre-April 15 delirium.

  Satire in Politics — by Joanne Huspek — on Apr 14, 2009

• The First Amendment is Under Siege

  A dangerous attack on the American Bill of Rights has begun to show up on right wing blogs.

  Opinion in Politics — by Jonathan Lockwood Huie — on Apr 14, 2009