April 13, 2011 Archive

Music

• Almost Free Offer Free Download

  Detroit-based band Almost Free offer free download to mark release of its forthcoming new EP.

  News in Music — by Mandy Southgate — on Apr 13, 2011

• Music Review: Ketil Bjornstad and Svante Henryson - Night Song

  Modern chamber music for the night by two masters.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on Apr 13, 2011

• Music Review: Tracy Nelson - Victim Of The Blues

  One of the queens of the American blues returns with a new album.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Apr 13, 2011

• The Song That You Can't Get Out of Your Head

  Just how music is always be a part of your life.

  Opinion in Music — by Ashley Marie Nettles — on Apr 13, 2011

• Music DVD Review: Hiromi Solo Live at the Blue Note New York

  A dazzling, intoxicating performance thankfully caught on DVD.

  Review in Music — by Jordan Richardson — on Apr 13, 2011

• Music Review: Blackfield - Welcome To My DNA

  Welcome To My DNA is Blackfield's most pronounced walk through the minefield of darkness and light yet

  Review in Music — by Glen Boyd — on Apr 13, 2011

Tastes

• Peach BBQ Pork Ribs

  Get an early taste of summer with these Peach BBQ Pork Ribs...

  Review in Tastes — by Joelen — on Apr 13, 2011

• Free Raised Veal Osso Buco

  This classic Osso Buco is not only delicious but respectfully made with free-range veal...

  Review in Tastes — by Joelen — on Apr 13, 2011

• Sugared Asparagus

  Sweet side is effortless

  Opinion in Tastes — by karencooking — on Apr 13, 2011

• The Fisherfolk Festival in Mumbai

  An event tourists must see.

  Review in Tastes — by Sassyfork — on Apr 13, 2011

• How to Foster a Bigger Appetite for Cooking

  Even when you're taxed to the max, you can incorporate cooking into a busy schedule!

  Opinion in Tastes — by Jennifer Brown Banks — on Apr 13, 2011

• Creamy Chicken Marsala Pasta

  The creamy Marsala sauce with caramelized mushrooms and onions really make it even more comforting...

  Review in Tastes — by Joelen — on Apr 13, 2011

• Carrot Cake and Chocolate Carrot Cake

  My Grandmother's classic carrot cake with a bonus found chocolate version.

  Review in Tastes — by calliopeblogger — on Apr 13, 2011

• Vegetarian Indian Recipe - Aloo Gobi

  Potatoes, cauliflower, onions, garlic, and spices... a vegetarian Indian classic!

  Opinion in Tastes — by Sage & Simple — on Apr 13, 2011

• Dare You Try Durian the King of Fruits?

  Durians anyone?

  Opinion in Tastes — by missyblurkit — on Apr 13, 2011

Sci/Tech

• Air Pollution: One of the Greatest Causes of Skin Problems

  Air pollution causes problems not just inside the body, but also for the skin.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Rachael Pontillo — on Apr 13, 2011

• Five Ways to Tell if You Are Ready to Be a Blogger

  This blogging thing ain't as easy as we make it out to be. Oh trust me it's not. One thing that it is, is fun!

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by KMP Blog — on Apr 13, 2011

• Product Review: 3-In-1 Honeycomb Grid From Rogue Photographic Design

  Do you want to direct your light?

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Apr 13, 2011

• April is Apophis Month; The Asteroid Nested in Uncertainty

  April is Apophis month; a closer look at a potential threat from the sky in April, 2029, and again in April, 2036.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by John Lake — on Apr 13, 2011

• Keeping Your Daughters Safe Online

  While Katherine Tarbox's victimization is now in her past, it does not have to be another girl's future.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Genuinegal — on Apr 13, 2011

Video

• TV Review: Being Human (US) - "A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Me Killing You"

  Being Human's US finale took some unexpected different turns from the UK version, and will probably stop copying.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on Apr 13, 2011

• TV Review: Stargate Universe - "The Hunt"

  It seems to be a race to the bottom rather than the end in Stargate Universe.

  Review in Video — by Lee Sargent — on Apr 13, 2011

• DVD Review: Gene Fusion

  Cockfighting for the new generation.

  Review in Video — by Scott Varnham — on Apr 13, 2011

• Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution - I Want to Believe

  Is it possible Jamie is for real?

  Opinion in Video — by Josh Lasser — on Apr 13, 2011

Books

• Review: Devil's Ink: Blog from the Basement Office by Jeffrey C. Pugh.

  Wrestling with the problem of evil and the way it impacts the church through the influence of popular culture.

  Review in Books — by bobcornwall — on Apr 13, 2011

• Hey Amazon, Where's My Special Offer?

  Amazon's new $114 Kindle-with-ads sounds like a pretty good deal. In fact, I'm a little jealous.

  Opinion in Books — by Melissa Wiley — on Apr 13, 2011

• Book Review: Manson In His Own Words by Charles Manson & Nuel Emmons

  Evil incarnate or just a sad, crazy man?

  Review in Books — by SenoraG — on Apr 13, 2011

• Book Review: The Irish Slaves: Slavery, Indenture and Contract Labour Among Irish Immigrants by Rhetta Akamatsu

  An absorbing read, making history alive and vibrant in all its misery.

  Review in Books — by A. F. Stewart — on Apr 13, 2011

• Graphic Novel Review: Western Classics, Edited by Tom Pomplun

  The 20th volume in this series of graphic comic adaptations takes us way out west.

  Review in Books — by Bill Sherman — on Apr 13, 2011

• Book Review: The Siege by Helen Dunmore

  A compelling story of love and survival as a city is left to starve.

  Review in Books — by Packabook Travel Novels — on Apr 13, 2011

Gaming

• Nintendo Wii Review: Fit in Six - Camera Bundle

  Here is a comprehensive workout routine with something for everyone's fitness goals.

  Review in Gaming — by Sherry Lipp — on Apr 13, 2011

Sports

• Terry Francona Needs to Drop His Stubbornness

  Throwing Jarrod Saltalamacchia into the everyday Red Sox lineup and insisting on keeping Carl Crawford in the leadoff spot are mistakes the BoSox manager needs to stop making.

  Opinion in Sports — by Charlie Doherty — on Apr 13, 2011

Culture

• How to Pray Like an American: Asking God for Cheaper Gas

  Prayer requests reveal Americans are spoiled toddlers.

  Opinion in Culture — by Lex — on Apr 13, 2011

• The Eternal Cynic

  The cynics are a part and parcel of your life. Handle them well!

  Opinion in Culture — by chinchak — on Apr 13, 2011

• Braco: Money for Nothing and Chicks(?) for Free

  "A sucker born every minute?" I suspect P. T. Barnum was far too conservative in his estimate.

  Opinion in Culture — by RJ Elliott — on Apr 13, 2011

• Easter Meditation on Forgiveness: A Different Perspective

  Forgiveness not wrung out of a reluctant God through blood and sacrifice.

  Opinion in Culture — by Don Scrooby — on Apr 13, 2011

• Shaken

  Where did my faith go? Did I lose it? Was it completely gone?

  Opinion in Culture — by nhamil75 — on Apr 13, 2011

• MSNBC's Black Agenda: Perms, Afros, and Ed Schultz

  MSNBC's "Black Agenda” gave viewers clowns on parade and coonery at every turn.

  Opinion in Culture — by Genma Holmes — on Apr 13, 2011

Politics

• The Left's Big Lie About Repealing the Bush Tax Cuts

  The big lie about the Bush tax cuts is that they cut taxes the most for the rich. The truth is very different.

  Opinion in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Apr 13, 2011

• Swatting Gnats And Swallowing Camels

  "We don't have a trillion-dollar debt because we haven't taxed enough; we have a trillion-dollar debt because we spend too much."

  Opinion in Politics — by Allen Scott — on Apr 13, 2011

• The Big Lie About GE's Huge Untaxed Profits

  Breaking down the media's big lie of the week, their claim that GE paid no corporate taxes last year.

  Opinion in Politics — by Dave Nalle — on Apr 13, 2011

• You Can't Always Get What You Want

  Why the Republicans are hopelessly wrongheaded about the 2012 budget

  Opinion in Politics — by Torch Harrison — on Apr 13, 2011