May 16, 2010 Archive

Books

• Book Review: Jesus of Nazareth by Paul Verhoeven

  The director of Starship Troopers offers his views on Jesus as a historical figure.

  Review in Books — by Karl Wolff — on May 16, 2010

• Graphic Novel Review: Within the Rat by Stefan Salinas

  A Xeric Grant winner offers “A Surreal Graphic Memoir of My Shadow Side.”

  Review in Books — by Bill Sherman — on May 16, 2010

• Book Review: Parrot and Olivier in America by Peter Carey

  Above all, this is a wonderful, ribald, and satisfyingly powerful tale that takes the reader through many journeys.

  Review in Books — by Maggie Ball — on May 16, 2010

Sports

• Despite A Plethora of Injuries, Yankees Rolling Once Again

  The Yankees have kept what could have been a sinking ship afloat, and are now charging towards 1st.

  Opinion in Sports — by Anthony Tobis — on May 16, 2010

• THF: Wearing The iPads

  This week on the Treehouse Fort, we talk NBA, iPad sports potential, and coyotes with jet packs.

  Opinion in Sports — by Matthew T. Sussman — on May 16, 2010

Music

• Blues Power Rankings: Janiva Magness Ascends To #1

  Janiva rises to the top spot and some new albums make their Blues Power Ranking debut...

  News in Music — by Josh Hathaway — on May 16, 2010

• Huang Ruo: Multi-Dimensional Composing Between East And West

  Composer Huang Ruo is in pursuit of a dream, that of exploring and reconciling often opposing forces through music.

  Interview in Music — by Ilona Oltuski — on May 16, 2010

• Music Review: Darrell Bath - Love And Hurt Angel Air Expanded Re-Issue

  Former UK Subs Darrell Bath's lost album re-appears.

  Review in Music — by Jeff Perkins — on May 16, 2010

• The Rockologist: My Love/Hate Relationship With Bono And U2

  Don't forget us little folks, okay Bono?

  Opinion in Music — by Glen Boyd — on May 16, 2010

• Vinyl Tap: Jules Shear - The Great Puzzle

  Sounding less strangulated than in his skinny-tie days, Shear retains the melodious richness and wit while taking a varied approach, from pure pop to melancholy resonance.

  Review in Music — by Gordon Hauptfleisch — on May 16, 2010

• Music Review: Jethro Tull - Under Wraps

  Jethro Tull: Chapter 17.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on May 16, 2010

• Music Review: Luke Dowler - Compared to You

  Music coming from the heart of a worshiper filled with gratefulness.

  Review in Music — by HouseofRefuge — on May 16, 2010

• Music Review: Songs from the Glee Episode "Bad Reputation"

  Glee members struggle with their good reputations but find out that having a bad one isn't always better.

  Review in Music — by Sahar — on May 16, 2010

• Music Review: Reflection Eternal - Revolutions Per Minute

  It’s been almost ten years since Hi-Tek and Talib Kweli dropped their first album, but the duo still have it.

  Review in Music — by jesusgaray — on May 16, 2010

Culture

• What Do I Do?

  When I return to the hospital I find out that Natalia is in an induced coma. I feel lost.

  Opinion in Culture — by Kasia Lanucha — on May 16, 2010

• Product Review: John Deere LA 175

  I've looked far and wide for a John Deere "Lawn Rebel" and, after years of searching, have come to the conclusion that it doesn't exist.

  Review in Culture — by FCEtier — on May 16, 2010

• On Language: Purple Prose and Hyperbole

  Hyperbole in journalism

  Opinion in Culture — by Jack Goodstein — on May 16, 2010

Video

• Bones' Hart Hanson and Emily Deschanel Dish on the Season Five Finale

  Creator Hart Hanson and star Emily Deschanel spill about "The Beginning in the End," the season ender for Bones.

  Interview in Video — by Gerry Weaver — on May 16, 2010

• 2010 Television Upfront: NBC's Fall Lineup

  NBC's fall lineup is chock full of new shows, with a bunch more waiting for midseason.

  News in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 16, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: Hamlet (2009)

  David Tennant's take on Hamlet is can't miss.

  Review in Video — by Sherry Lipp — on May 16, 2010

• Leonard Nimoy Talks About His Experience on the Set of Fringe

  Fringe's no-spoiler policy is safe in the hands of the seasoned Leonard Nimoy...

  Interview in Video — by Sahar — on May 16, 2010

• TV Review: Supernatural - "Swan Song"

  "No doubt, endings are hard. But then again, nothing ever really ends, does it?”

  Review in Video — by Alice Jester — on May 16, 2010

• Blu-ray Review: Edge of Darkness (2010)

  Mel Gibson returns to the big screen and does so in a very Mel Gibson part.

  Review in Video — by Josh Lasser — on May 16, 2010

• TV Preview: House Season Six Finale "Help Me"

  An impressive, heart-wrenching end to House's sixth season.

  Review in Video — by Mindy Peterman — on May 16, 2010

• DVD Review: My Dog, An Unconditional Love Story

  Explore the bond that humans share with their dogs in this extraordinary documentary.

  Review in Video — by Miss Bob Etier — on May 16, 2010

• DVD Review: Sound of the Soul

  Provides us with an example of what the world could be.

  Review in Video — by Richard Marcus — on May 16, 2010

• DVD Review: Doctor Who - The Masque of Mandragora

  An entertaining Who adventure that combines historical drama and science fiction.

  Review in Video — by Gordon S. Miller — on May 16, 2010

Gaming

• Grab the Award-Winning Portal Free

  Free stuff, it's always awesome!

  News in Gaming — by Troy Mayes — on May 16, 2010