October 14, 2009 Archive

Music

• Newly Released Book Reveals Why AC/DC Matters

  A new book on the venerable rock band AC/DC examines their popularity despite their lack of critical recognition

  News in Music — by Clarence Yu — on Oct 14, 2009

• Music Review: HDK - System Overload

  Heavy, precise, layered. Lots to like.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 14, 2009

• This Is Your Life

  See, I don’t know about you, but I’m about tired of getting a trophy for second place ...

  Opinion in Music — by Benjamin Cossel — on Oct 14, 2009

• Music Review: Foreigner - Can't Slow Down

  Foreigner returns with something old and something new.

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

• The Round Midnight Soundtrack Shows Jazz's Broad Spectrum of Sounds and Emotions

  The soundtrack to the 1986 film functions as an all-star tribute to the jazz genre.

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

• Music Review: Tamela D'Amico - Got A Little Story

  Jazz and pop singer Tamela D'Amico charms with her collection of standards and modern classics.

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

• Concert Review: Nick Lowe and Bill Kirchen at City Winery, NYC, 10/13/09

  A masterclass in sly songcraft from one of Britain's best.

  Review in Music — by Holly Hughes — on Oct 14, 2009

• Music Review: Victor Wainwright And The WildRoots - Beale Street To The Bayou

  A timely reminder of just how much fun there can be had listening to rock and roll.

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

• Music Review: Ghost Brigade - Isolation Songs

  Solid outing that shows great potential for the future.

  Review in Music — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 14, 2009

• A Look at Masta Ace & Edo G's New Video Single From Arts & Entertainment

  Rappers Masta Ace & Edo G form Arts & Entertainment. Preview “Behind the Scenes: Little Young Video”: Album Releases - 11/3/09

  News in Music — by Leah Jewel Alexander — on Oct 14, 2009

• Music Review: Count Basie Orchestra - Swinging, Singing, Playing

  Basie's spirit continues to inspire the musicians in his namesake band.

  Review in Music — by Big Geez — on Oct 14, 2009

• Music Review: Jimmy Rushing, Zoot Sims, Al Cohn – The Scene Live In New York

  A relaxed and unpretentious club date becomes a slice of history

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Oct 14, 2009

• Music Review: Carolyn Mark and NQ Arbuckle - Let's Just Stay Here

  A collaboration that delivers the alt-country goods.

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

• Music Review: Darrell Nulisch – Just For You

  Nulisch explores his soulful side this time out for an instant classic

  Review in Music — by John Taylor — on Oct 14, 2009

• Interview: Kevon Edmonds - Singer, Songwriter & Producer

  Kevon Edmonds has charted 11 top ten singles as a solo artist and as a member of After 7.

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

Politics

• Wilders' Victory Signals Change in Britain

  Geert Wilders wins a victory for free speech in Britain.

  News in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Oct 14, 2009

• UN: UK Takeover of Turks and Caicos Islands a Clear Move in the Wrong Direction

  UK asked to step down from control of Turks and Caicos Islands and support newly elected government

  News in Politics — by CBurke — on Oct 14, 2009

• Political Dogma Over Scientific Fact - That's the Republican Way

  One wonders if the Republicans will finally fight global warming once Florida's underwater?

  Opinion in Politics — by Glenn Contrarian — on Oct 14, 2009

• Bipartisanship is Highly Overrated

  President Obama and the Democrats need to master the art of effective partisanship.

  Opinion in Politics — by Winston Apple — on Oct 14, 2009

• War Wife Weekly: Life Goes On

  BC's resident military gives us a glimpse of the home life of the 1% in the nation who serve.

  Opinion in Politics — by Kanani Fong — on Oct 14, 2009

Books

• Book Review: Fairy Hunters, Ink. by Sheila A. Dane

  Do you believe in fairies?

  Review in Books — by Fitz — on Oct 14, 2009

• Book Review: The Laceyville Monkeys, Say the Right Words by Harriett Ruderman

  The Laceyville Monkeys, Say the Right Words is a delightful read for you and your child.

  Review in Books — by Julie Marie Totsch — on Oct 14, 2009

• Book Review: The Golden City by John Twelve Hawks

  The conclusion to The Fourth Realm trilogy raises more questions than it answers.

  Review in Books — by CB — on Oct 14, 2009

• Book Review: Romance Language by Alan Elsner

  If you want a quick read this would be a perfect book to go on holiday with or simply read whilst you commute to work.

  Review in Books — by Marty Dodge — on Oct 14, 2009

• Book Review: Things Worth Remembering by Jackina Stark

  A heart-wrenching story about mothers and daughters, marriage, family, love, and forgiveness.

  Review in Books — by Violet Nesdoly — on Oct 14, 2009

• Book Review: The Van Alen Legacy by Melissa De La Cruz

  New Blue Bloods novel has bite.

  Review in Books — by Amanda — on Oct 14, 2009

• Book Review: Bent Objects: The Secret Life of Everyday Things by Terry Border

  Pun-filled visual art created from everyday objects.

  Review in Books — by Helen Gallagher — on Oct 14, 2009

Video

• Blu-ray Review: How the Grinch Stole Christmas (2000)

  Or "How Ron Howard Ruined a Classic..."

  Review in Video — by Matt Paprocki — on Oct 14, 2009

• DVD Review: On The Road With Charles Kuralt

  On The Road With Charles Kuralt served up classic slices of Americana, and is available on DVD for the first time.

  Review in Video — by Greg Barbrick — on Oct 14, 2009

• Movie Review: Zombieland

  Zombies, gore, and laughs; what more do you need?

  Review in Video — by Scott C. Smith — on Oct 14, 2009

• Autumn and Horror Movies: A Natural Partnership

  You can't have peanut butter with out jelly,and you can't have the season of fall without horror films.

  Opinion in Video — by Jennifer Stuart — on Oct 14, 2009

• Movie Review: Couples Retreat

  It has its moments, but it is not all that great.

  Review in Video — by Chris Beaumont — on Oct 14, 2009

• TV Review: Castle - "Fool me Once..."

  Castle and Beckett take up a most clever crime. A conspiracy could be afoot.

  Review in Video — by NancyGail — on Oct 14, 2009

• Movie Review: Up

  For what it's supposed to be, Up is just about as good this sort of thing gets.

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

• Movie Review: Capitalism: A Love Story

  Quite possibly Moore's masterpiece.

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

• DVD Review: The Proposal

  Their scheme was simple enough. What they didn't plan on was falling in love.

  Review in Video — by Jon Erbar — on Oct 14, 2009

• Chatting with Hayley McFarland of Lie to Me

  Hayley McFarland also was a regular on the first season of United States of Tara.

  Interview in Video — by Bob Andelman — on Oct 14, 2009

• DVD Review: Eclipse Series 18: Dušan Makavejev, Free Radical

  Dušan Makavejev's early feature films pave the way for his groundbreaking WR: Mysteries of the Organism: sexy, provocative, and hilarious.

  Review in Video — by Pat Padua — on Oct 14, 2009

• DVD Review: You Weren't There: A History of Chicago Punk, 1977-1984

  You Weren't There gives music fans a wonderful caffeine-jolt of a ride through the urban punk experience.

  Review in Video — by crackerhammer — on Oct 14, 2009

• DVD Review: Assassination of a High School President

  It exceeded Bartlett's standard, which is a plus.

  Review in Video — by Derek Fleek — on Oct 14, 2009

Sci/Tech

• Software Review: Adobe Photoshop Elements 8.0

  Do you want to save time editing your images?

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Oct 14, 2009

Sports

• The (Rally) Monkey Is Off LAA's Back

  This week I look back at the BoSox’s last games of 2009 and assess the long season gone by.

  Opinion in Sports — by Charlie Doherty — on Oct 14, 2009

• Inspired By the Rat City Roller Girls

  I got acquainted with Seattle's hip roller derby scene, thanks to my 4-year-old daughter's fandom.

  Review in Sports — by E. Magnuson — on Oct 14, 2009

• The Jackets Smother the Flames, 2-1

  When the refs are bad, the fights are great.

  News in Sports — by Robert M. Barga — on Oct 14, 2009

Tastes

• Vintage Cocktails: Buffalo and Beyond

  Cocktails before and after the theater.

  Review in Tastes — by Kate Shea Kennon — on Oct 14, 2009

Culture

• WFP Begins "Bloggers Against Hunger" Campaign

  Bloggers Against Hunger couldn't come at a more critical time. The ranks of the hungry are rising fast...

  News in Culture — by William Lambers — on Oct 14, 2009

• Real Life "Glee": Reminiscences of a Pop Choir Performer

  "Glee" is creating buzz, but for some, pop choirs have always been cool.

  Opinion in Culture — by Autumn Huffman — on Oct 14, 2009

• Neglecting Our Teens

  Teens should be treated more like adults, and given opportunities to interact with adults.

  Opinion in Culture — by Laura Blankenship — on Oct 14, 2009

• First Date Dangers

  Sweaty palms aren't the only thing to worry about on a first date.

  Opinion in Culture — by Jennifer Stuart — on Oct 14, 2009