June 10, 2009 Archive

Video

• DVD Review: The Jetsons - Season 2, Volume 1

  While decent enough for kids, as an adult I didn’t find the stories to be particularly funny or memorable.

  Review in Video — by El Bicho — on Jun 10, 2009

• DVD Review: Zeiram 2

  Surprisingly effective, not great, but fun.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jun 10, 2009

• DVD Review: Three Monkeys

  Nuri Bilge Ceylan takes a step backward from greatness with his latest film.

  Review in Video — by Dan Schneider — on Jun 10, 2009

• DVD Review: Matango - Attack of the Mushroom People

  You will never look at fungi the same way again.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Jun 10, 2009

• DVD Review: Wallander - Sidetracked / Firewall / One Step Behind

  It’s not just about the crimes, but the setting in which they’re committed.

  Review in Video — by The Masked Movie Snobs — on Jun 10, 2009

• DVD Review: RiffTrax - The Little Shop of Horrors (1960)

  All its shortcomings are forgiven once in tune with its cornball, gag-show of hilarity.

  Review in Video — by Derek Fleek — on Jun 10, 2009

Music

• Music Review: The Eagles - Hotel California

  The Eagles: Chapter 6.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Jun 10, 2009

• Celebrate Singer and Guitarist Kenny Rankin's Unique Talent with The Kenny Rankin Album

  Kenny Rankin's 1976 classic beautifully marries pop and jazz using strings, guitar, and a lovely voice.

  Opinion in Music — by Kit O'Toole — on Jun 10, 2009

• Singer Kenny Rankin Dies Of Lung Cancer

  Singer/songwriter Kenny Rankin died on June 9, 2009 from complications related to lung cancer.

  News in Music — by Robert Benson — on Jun 10, 2009

• Music Review: Halestorm - Halestorm

  Halestorm’s debut is crunching, dirty hard rock that’s as retro in spirit as it is fresh and modern in delivery.

  Review in Music — by Scott Deitche — on Jun 10, 2009

• Music Review: Paul Van Dyk - Volume

  Volume serves as a best-of compilation for the German dance pioneer, plus a collection of top remixes for others.

  Review in Music — by David R Perry — on Jun 10, 2009

• The Legend of Roy Orbison

  Roy Orbison had a legendary career that spanned over 4 decades and his unqiue voice was famous worldwide.

  Opinion in Music — by Robert Benson — on Jun 10, 2009

• iTunes Chart Watch: Dave Matthews Band Tops Albums Chart, Black Eyed Peas Hold #1 Single

  Another week atop the singles chart for Black Eyed Peas, DMB's album debuts at #1.

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Jun 10, 2009

• Radiohead Announce New Digital Music Store, Offer In Rainbows Bonus Tracks

  Radiohead continues to do business on their own terms...

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on Jun 10, 2009

• Holly Williams Interview Part II: Here With Me And Here To Stay

  If you're a true believer in this Nashville singer, her musical direction and her latest album, say Holly-lujah!

  Interview in Music — by Michael Bialas — on Jun 10, 2009

• Music DVD Review: Depeche Mode - The Dark Progression

  Few bands have enjoyed the kind of staying power that the English electronic band Depeche Mode has enjoyed for nearly thirty years.

  Review in Music — by Tan The Man — on Jun 10, 2009

• Music Review: Ray Charles - Modern Sounds In Country And Western Music Volumes 1 & 2

  Ray Charles returns with two for the price of one.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Jun 10, 2009

Books

• Book Review: Fake I. D. by Jason Starr

  Tommy Russo is the most dangerous kind of dreamer there is: desperate.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Jun 10, 2009

• Book Review: Sometimes A Light Surprises by Jamie Langston Turner

  A moving, gracious story with all kinds of wisdom and other delights on its pages.

  Review in Books — by Violet Nesdoly — on Jun 10, 2009

• Book Review: Knitting in the Sun by Kristi Porter

  Thirty-two projects perfect for the summer months.

  Review in Books — by Alyse Wax — on Jun 10, 2009

• Book Review: Learning SQL, Second Edition by Alan Beaulieu

  Learn the mysteries of SQL.

  Review in Books — by Fitz — on Jun 10, 2009

• Book Review: Canon 50D: From Snapshots to Great Shots by Jeff Revell

  A must have for new users to the Canon 50D.

  Review in Books — by T. Michael Testi — on Jun 10, 2009

• Book Review: Breath by Tim Winton

  Tim Winton writes about breath, both as a life sustainer and as a metaphor.

  Review in Books — by Tim Gebhart — on Jun 10, 2009

• Book Review: Dead Men's Dust by Matt Hilton

  Ex-Special Forces operative Joe Hunter is not a nice guy, but hunting killers isn't a nice job.

  Review in Books — by Mel Odom — on Jun 10, 2009

• Book Review: Shalom India Housing Society by Esther David

  Like being dropped down into the midst of an extended family's reunion.

  Review in Books — by Richard Marcus — on Jun 10, 2009

• Fantasy Writer David Eddings Passes Away at Age 77

  An author who enriched the worlds of fantasy will be missed.

  News in Books — by CindyC — on Jun 10, 2009

Politics

• Blazing Stimuli, Chapter IV: A New Hope for Change

  Mel Brooks, Monty Python, and the cast of The Rocky Horror Picture Show do politics.

  Satire in Politics — by Glenn Contrarian — on Jun 10, 2009

Sports

• Westphal Gets the Throne

  The Sacramento Kings predictably hire the (very) former NBA Finals coach.

  Opinion in Sports — by doktakra — on Jun 10, 2009

• Sox vs. Yanks Should Be On Every Day

  When did ESPN stop caring about ratings?

  Opinion in Sports — by Ethan Booker — on Jun 10, 2009

• Is the Grand Roger Federer About to Win His Last Slam?

  Federer's records continue to accumulate. But is his time coming to a close?

  Opinion in Sports — by Geeves — on Jun 10, 2009

• What Will Happen To Brad Lidge?

  This week's Fivesight panel peers into the future.

  News in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Jun 10, 2009

Gaming

• PlayStation 3 Review: Wheelman

  Vin Diesel stars as Milo Burik (not Dominic Toretto) in this exciting racing action game.

  Review in Gaming — by Tall Writer — on Jun 10, 2009

• E3 2009 Opinion: Microsoft's Project Natal Possibilities

  Microsoft's Project Natal could open up a world of possibilities for gamers.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Bunneh3000 — on Jun 10, 2009

Culture

• Theatre Review (London): As You Like It at the Globe Theatre

  Everybody is in love with somebody in the forest of Arden.

  Review in Culture — by David Trennery — on Jun 10, 2009

• Theatre Review (LA): The Apple Tree at The Crown City Theatre

  A mostly successful revival of the rarely performed Bock and Harnick musical triptych.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on Jun 10, 2009