June 4, 2009 Archive

Books

• Book Review: The Twitter Book by Tim O'Reilly and Sarah Milstein

  O'Reilly's Twitter guide serves as a practical resource for any novice or experienced Twitter user.

  Review in Books — by Kit O'Toole — on Jun 04, 2009

• Book Review: God's Thunderbolt: The Vigilantes of Montana by Carol Buchanan

  The gold rush in 1863 Montana forces men to become vigilantes to bring justice to Alder Gulch.

  Review in Books — by Georganna Hancock — on Jun 04, 2009

• Book Review: Breath by Tim Winton

  Nearly every line in this novel is taut and wrought with sensation.

  Review in Books — by Maggie Ball — on Jun 04, 2009

• Book Review: The Day After Tomorrow by Sandee Sgarlata

  Teenaged girls will relate to Sandee Sgarlata's writing and moms will appreciate the message in this book.

  Review in Books — by Maddy Pumilia — on Jun 04, 2009

Music

• Music Review: The Eagles - On The Border

  The Eagles: Chapter 3.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Jim Byrnes – My Walking Stick

  Canadian actor and musician Byrnes returns with another rootsy roundup of blues and gospel gems.

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Emery - ...In Shallow Seas We Sail

  With ...In Shallow Seas We Sail, Emery has quickly shined to the forefront of the post-hardcore genre.

  Review in Music — by ZachSB — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music DVD Review: Jeff Buckley - Grace Around the World Deluxe Edition

  An excellent CD/DVD package that provides fans with lots of new Buckley footage.

  Review in Music — by Dusty Somers — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: BB King, White Wizzard, The Jokers, Tantric, and Native Window

  Party rock, some violin tinged AOR and a touch of the NWOBHM as done by a bunch of Yanks.

  Review in Music — by Marty Dodge — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Sunny and Her Joy Boys – Introducing Sunny and Her Joy Boys

  Much more than mere tribute to a bygone age, this delightful outing is absolutely real ...

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Jun 04, 2009

• Davy Knowles & Back Door Slam To Release Coming Up For Air CD June 16, Plot Summer Tour

  Knowles enlists big name help, prepares for summer tour of N. America.

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Faust - C'est Com...Com...Complique

  Krautrock pioneers Faust release excellent C'est Com 38 years after their debut.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Carol Fredette – Everything In Time

  A delightful return to recording by one of New York’s finest …

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Jun 04, 2009

• Brendan Benson to Release My Old, Familiar Friend August 24

  Benson's newest side project is his former solo career...

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: The Chemistry Set - Alchemy #101

  This is why John Peel raved about this band. Magical musical psychedelic sparkly dust.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Omar Kent Dykes – Big Town Playboy

  Dykes continues down the Jimmy Reed Highway, with a few detours this time out.

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music DVD Review: The Rhythm Devils - Rhythm Devils Concert Experience

  Having seen what Mickey Hart is capable of doing these days, this was quite a let down.

  Review in Music — by Richard Marcus — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Butterfly Boucher – Scary Fragile

  This Australian songbird has all the right hooks, but can she duke it out with the heavy hitters?

  Review in Music — by Michael Bialas — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Left Alone - Left Alone

  Street punk shows it has a nicer side thanks to Left Alone.

  Review in Music — by Brian McConville — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Benga - Diary of An Afro Warrior

  Dubstep - or is it?

  Review in Music — by Andy Peterson — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Steve Martin – The Crow: New Songs For The Five String Banjo

  Steve Martin adds accomplished musician to his already extensive list of accomplishments.

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Jun 04, 2009

• Music Review: Frank Potenza Trio - Old, New, Borrowed, & Blue

  Smokey, bluesy jazz that feels like conversation with old friends.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Jun 04, 2009

• Retro Redux: Master Of Vibrato - Sidney Bechet

  He was known for his signature sound -- and for his love of the spotlight.

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on Jun 04, 2009

Sci/Tech

• Our Unreasonable Logical Mind

  Our mind can recognize a dilemma-predicament as logical, but at the same time, it senses unreasonableness and leaps beyond it.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Regis Schilken — on Jun 04, 2009

Sports

• Melky Cabrera Gets Dramatic Once Again

  Melky Cabrera's fourth game-winning hit of the season gives the Yankees the win and the best AL record.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on Jun 04, 2009

• Yankees Move Wang To Rotation, Hughes To 'Pen

  The results from the decision to move Chien-Ming Wang into the starting rotation will be crucial upon the Yankees fortunes.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on Jun 04, 2009

Culture

• Product Review: G.G. Allin "Throbblehead" by Aggronautix

  Aggronautix posthumously celebrate the life of G.G. Allin with "Throbblehead" doll.

  Review in Culture — by Greg Barbrick — on Jun 04, 2009

Tastes

• Chile Comes to Manhattan

  Chile is one of the fastest-growing wine regions in the world.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Marisa DVari — on Jun 04, 2009

• The World of Gallo Wines

  The 2008 Malbec is lush with blueberries and blackcurrant on the palate.

  Opinion in Tastes — by Marisa DVari — on Jun 04, 2009

Video

• New Movies and Box Office Predictions: The Hangover, Land of the Lost, My Life in Ruins

  Hmmm... Will Ferrell or Zach Galifinakas?

  News in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jun 04, 2009

• Movie Review: Terminator Salvation

  Undoubtedly entertaining but when it comes down to it, it's just a movie about blowing stuff up.

  Review in Video — by Ross Miller — on Jun 04, 2009

• Blu-ray Review: Glory (1989)

  Great movie, poor Blu-ray.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Jun 04, 2009

• DVD Review: Jack Brooks - Monster Slayer

  Old-school horror/comedy love.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jun 04, 2009

• A Brief Look at TNT's Summer Programming

  TNT is launching an ambitious summer lineup featuring seven original series, here is a quick look at the shows.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Jun 04, 2009

Politics

• Street Performers Are The Colorful Noise Of Chicago

  If you are bothered by noise, a city isn't for you.

  Opinion in Politics — by Matthew Milam — on Jun 04, 2009

• Random Thoughts on Torture: Letting the Fly Out of the Fly Bottle

  Torture remains one of the most controversial words in English. Can we put it to rest and "let the fly out of the fly bottle?"

  Opinion in Politics — by Roger Nowosielski — on Jun 04, 2009

• Tiananmen Square: 20 Years Later

  Twenty years removed, Tiananmen Square information is still suppressed in China.

  Opinion in Politics — by Jordan Richardson — on Jun 04, 2009