July 30, 2009 Archive

Books

• Book Review: The Supremes: A Saga of Motown Dreams, Success, and Betrayal by Mark Ribowsky

  Dishing the dirt on Diva Diana and the original Dreamgirls.

  Review in Books — by Glen Boyd — on Jul 30, 2009

• Interview: Barbara Bretton, Author of Laced With Magic

  Exclusive interview with Barbara Bretton, author of Laced With Magic.

  Interview in Books — by Dorothy Thompson — on Jul 30, 2009

• Book Review: Emotional Intelligence 2.0 by Travis Bradberry and Jean Greaves

  Succinct practical advice on improving emotional intelligence — with a handy online assessment for quick feedback!

  Review in Books — by Gerry Weaver — on Jul 30, 2009

• Book Review: Now Wait for Last Year by Philip K. Dick

  A bracingly disturbing novel about an addictive time-ravaging drug from the master of mind-warp sci-fi.

  Review in Books — by Bill Sherman — on Jul 30, 2009

• Book Review: I, Doll by Arthur "Killer" Kane

  Arthur "Killer" Kane looks back at his time with the New York Dolls.

  Review in Books — by Greg Barbrick — on Jul 30, 2009

Gaming

• Nintendo Wii Review: Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen

  Successful movie adaptation full of solid platform action, cooperative play options and various actions and bonus features.

  Review in Gaming — by Tall Writer — on Jul 30, 2009

• PlayStation Network Update: 07/30/2009

  Let's get some cake, sit down, and enjoy Fat Princess this week on the PSN.

  News in Gaming — by Michael Prince — on Jul 30, 2009

• Multiplayer Wish List, July 2009

  This year for Christmas, I hope Santa brings me more, better, and tweaked online gaming experiences.

  Opinion in Gaming — by Mark Buckingham — on Jul 30, 2009

Music

• The Friday Morning Listen: Green Day - 21st Century Breakdown

  Let's hear it for feeling alive!

  Review in Music — by Mark Saleski — on Jul 30, 2009

• Just Say No to "Don't Stop Believing"

  Repeat after me, "Journey is evil!"

  Opinion in Music — by Brad Laidman — on Jul 30, 2009

• Music Review: LMFAO - Party Rock

  LMFAO have let us know that although they’re a part of the trendy dance scene, that they have something to make us LOL.

  Review in Music — by ZachSB — on Jul 30, 2009

• Music Review: Music Composed by Bear McCreary - Battlestar Galactica - Season 4

  This set is an absolute must have for fans of BSG and fans of scores.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Jul 30, 2009

• Music Review: Various Artists - Soca Gold 2009

  Soca is just so energetic and electric that it is damn near impossible to resist!

  Review in Music — by Laron Cue — on Jul 30, 2009

• Music Review: Elton John - Blue Moves

  Elton John: Chapter 11.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Jul 30, 2009

• Retro Redux: Bob — The Other Crosby

  Although Bing died in 1977 - 16 years before him - Bob probably still felt his presence.

  Opinion in Music — by Big Geez — on Jul 30, 2009

Video

• DVD Review: Mr. Rock 'n Roll: The Alan Freed Story

  An incomplete story about the man who coined the term "rock 'n' roll."

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: Wild Pacific

  A fascinating in-depth study of the flora, fauna, geology, and people of the South Pacific.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Jul 30, 2009

• Movie Review: The Taking of Pelham 123

  Overall it's the well judged, thankfully full-speed pace that makes The Taking of Pelham 123 enjoyable.

  Review in Video — by Ross Miller — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: Kidwinks - Farm

  Language learning made fun!

  Review in Video — by April Pohren — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: Wolverine and the X-Men: Deadly Enemies

  Wolverine and the X-Men: Deadly Enemies brings the next five episodes home to your collection.

  Review in Video — by Blake Matthews — on Jul 30, 2009

• TV Review: Warehouse 13 - "Claudia"

  Artie discovers the hacker.

  Review in Video — by NancyGail — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: The Wiggles Go Bananas!

  Wiggly musical fun for all!

  Review in Video — by April Pohren — on Jul 30, 2009

• Late Night TV: Conan Versus Letterman

  It's 11:35pm - who should you watch?

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: Bob the Builder Lunchbox Gift Set

  Back to school or any day fun!

  Review in Video — by April Pohren — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: Fast & Furious

  Fast & Furious reunites the cast of the first film for the franchise's fourth entry.

  Review in Video — by Blake Matthews — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: Night Train (2009)

  Night Train is a subpar suspense/thriller with an interesting plot but mediocre acting and terrible special effects.

  Review in Video — by writnkitten — on Jul 30, 2009

• DVD Review: Grey Gardens (2009)

  A captivating story along with stellar performances.

  Review in Video — by Cinema Sentries — on Jul 30, 2009

Sci/Tech

• Why Your Web Site Needs a "Call to Action"

  Guiding your Web site visitors to the intended destination (sale) with appropriate prompts will help increase your sales and enquiries.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Steven Gardner — on Jul 30, 2009

• Product Review: ColorMunki Photo Version 1.1 from X-Rite

  As shown with this release of version 1.1, ColorMunki continues to grow and improve.

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Jul 30, 2009

Sports

• The Rise And Fall Of David Ortiz

  Former teammates Manny Ramirez and David Ortiz have more in common that just big offensive stats.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on Jul 30, 2009

• Hallspotting: Robin Ventura

  Okay, so he probably won't make it, unless Nolan Ryan drags him in with him.

  Opinion in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on Jul 30, 2009