April 20, 2011 Archive

Music

• Music Review: James Blake - "I Never Learnt to Share" (Single)

  Blake lays bare the method.

  Review in Music — by zingzing — on Apr 20, 2011

• Music Review: Eric Hanke - Factory Man

  A long tall Texan releases his second album.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Apr 20, 2011

• Music Review: Margaret Durante - Maybe Tonight EP

  Margaret Durante's Maybe Tonight is a four-track EP that highlights the country singer's vast vocal range and fun, unpretentious style.

  Review in Music — by Chantal Stone — on Apr 20, 2011

• Glee Returns on FOX Primetime with Four Singles

  Songs by Adele, Lykke Li, Aretha Franklin, and Eric Carmen are featured this week.

  Review in Music — by thelostboylloyd — on Apr 20, 2011

• Music Review: Hollywood Undead - American Tragedy

  The new release by Hollywood Undead is a must have for rock and rap music fans alike..

  Review in Music — by Abey — on Apr 20, 2011

• Mac Miller: Pittsburgh Rap Artist On The Rise

  Mac Miller offers his "Best Mixtape Ever."

  News in Music — by umstrum — on Apr 20, 2011

• ADHD Nation: Treatment And Prevention Through Music

  The diagnosed, the misdiagnosed, and how music can combat the growing trend of unfocused young people.

  Opinion in Music — by The Musiconomy — on Apr 20, 2011

• Music Review: The Matadors - Get Down From The Tree!

  Awesome 24-track collection of Czech big-beat band.

  Review in Music — by Greg Barbrick — on Apr 20, 2011

• Florida Alt-Country/Rock Act The Loving Thorns to Play South Florida 4/30/11

  Buzz-heavy Florida band The Loving Thorns are playing an all ages show in its home state before heading into the studio to record their third album.

  News in Music — by Scott Deitche — on Apr 20, 2011

Books

• Book Review: The Pastor by Eugene H. Peterson

  Eugene Peterson's memoir on his call and formation as a pastor.

  Review in Books — by bobcornwall — on Apr 20, 2011

• Book Review: Separate Kingdoms by Valerie Laken

  Maybe no man is an island. But in Laken's Separate Kingdoms, they all struggle to be one.

  Review in Books — by Jennifer O. — on Apr 20, 2011

• Book Review: Redheart by Jackie Gamber

  A must read for ALL dragon fans.

  Review in Books — by wbentrim — on Apr 20, 2011

• Why Bother with Science Fiction, Fantasy, and Horror?

  Science fiction, fantasy, horror? None of it's real, anyway, so what does it matter? Here are reasons why it does.

  Opinion in Books — by Chris Modzelewski — on Apr 20, 2011

• Book Review : iPhone Obsessed: Photo Editing Experiments With Apps by Dan Marcolina

  Do you want learn to get better pictures from your iPhone?

  Review in Books — by T. Michael Testi — on Apr 20, 2011

• The Modern Writer: From Quills to Skills

  What are the skills that the modern writers need in addition to intelligence, creativity, flair and passion for writing? Read on...

  Opinion in Books — by Alexis Leon — on Apr 20, 2011

• eBook Review: Malcolm by Eliza Gayle

  An erotic paranormal romance - with huge emphasis on the erotic part.

  Review in Books — by Lucy Felthouse — on Apr 20, 2011

Video

• TV Review: Parenthood - "Hard Times Come Again No More"

  Parenthood did a few weird things to try to tie things up, but mostly satisfied.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on Apr 20, 2011

• DVD Review: Freight

  Britain's answer to (and basically remake of) Taken.

  Review in Video — by Scott Varnham — on Apr 20, 2011

• TV Review: Glee - "A Night of Neglect"

  Glee had an average episode, but featured good characters who are often overlooked, and wonderful humor.

  Review in Video — by JeromeWetzelTV — on Apr 20, 2011

• On the Passing of Doctor Who's Elisabeth Sladen

  Thoughts on the death of a Doctor Who icon

  News in Video — by Jerald Cumbus — on Apr 20, 2011

• Blu-ray Review: Lars and the Real Girl

  A truly delightful, and completely unique, romantic comedy makes its debut on Blu-ray.

  Review in Video — by Jonah Bamel — on Apr 20, 2011

Tastes

• Restaurant Review (Petaling Jaya): Jawa Mee And Tomato Kuey Teow At Restaurant Megah Good Luck

  Food Review

  Review in Tastes — by runningandrew — on Apr 20, 2011

• Easter Dessert: The Perfect Tiramisu

  an original recipe from Piccante Dolce (piccantedolce.blogspot.com)

  Review in Tastes — by Piccante Dolce — on Apr 20, 2011

• Spicy Shrimp

  Fragrance and flavor are a treat for the senses

  Review in Tastes — by karencooking — on Apr 20, 2011

• Healthy and Delicious Fruit Smoothie

  Smoothies can be healthy AND delicious. Just take this mixed fruit smoothie with all-natural sweeteners and ground flaxseed.

  Opinion in Tastes — by emihill — on Apr 20, 2011

• Rita's Recipes: Potato Soup

  A thick potato soup for those rainy spring days.

  Review in Tastes — by Lynn Daue — on Apr 20, 2011

Gaming

• PlayStation 3 Review: Mortal Kombat

  The tournament is back and bloodier than ever.

  Review in Gaming — by Josh Lasser — on Apr 20, 2011

• PlayStation 3 Review: Tomb Raider Trilogy

  Tomb Raider Trilogy is a great package with three well treated and great Lara Croft adventures.

  Review in Gaming — by Michael Prince — on Apr 20, 2011

• PlayStation 3 Review: Portal 2

  GLaDOS is back and just as passive-aggressive as ever.

  Review in Gaming — by Josh Lasser — on Apr 20, 2011

Culture

• President Clinton Praises School Feeding for Haiti

  Clinton says when school meals are provided, it makes a big difference in terms of nutrition and education

  News in Culture — by William Lambers — on Apr 20, 2011

• Average Credit Score for Mortgages Now Much Higher

  improved credit scores point to tighter underwriting guidelines, which should mean fewer missed payments and foreclosures in the future.

  Opinion in Culture — by Mortgage Tips — on Apr 20, 2011

• BritWeek Crosses "The Pond" to Land in California with a Splash, a Bang, and a Lot of Pop!

  A big series of events celebrates the collaboration of the UK and California in various sectors of industry and culture—including the Royal Wedding!

  News in Culture — by Stevie Wilson — on Apr 20, 2011

• Honest Dialogue about "Food Desert" Legislation

  Crime, lack of education, and lack of jobs spin off situations like food deserts.

  Opinion in Culture — by Genma Holmes — on Apr 20, 2011

• Cabaret Review (LA): Once Upon A Time by Stephanie Burkett Gerson at Sterling's Upstairs at Vitello's

  Before heading off to New York, the singer gave one powerful concert, and introduced her new CD Once Upon A Time.

  Review in Culture — by Robert Machray — on Apr 20, 2011

Politics

• Defending DOMA: Our Tax Dollars at Work

  The government will not spend more than $500,000 in tax dollars to defend DOMA. You have to start somewhere.

  Opinion in Politics — by Tommy Mack — on Apr 20, 2011

• Tyrants, Tyranny and Sunglasses

  "Why were we so scared of him in the first place?"

  Opinion in Politics — by Don Scrooby — on Apr 20, 2011

• Carolyn Goodman Condescends to Black Crowd at NAACP

  Woman scorned for questioning Carolyn Goodman about whether wearing African garb might be perceived as pandering.

  Opinion in Politics — by Justin McAffee — on Apr 20, 2011