September 30, 2011 Archive

Books

• Interview: Young Adult Author Jo Treggiari

  Jo shares whether her writing is character or plot driven.

  Interview in Books — by Diane Morasco — on Sep 30, 2011

• Book Review: Dael And The Painted People by Allan Richard Shickman

  Finding a peaceful experience and moving through the anger, a young man finds his place in life.

  Review in Books — by Leslie Wright — on Sep 30, 2011

• Book Review: Lionheart by Sharon Kay Penman

  Richard I, bet­ter known by his nom de guerre “Lion­heart,” comes to life in this magnificent historical fiction book.

  Review in Books — by ManOfLaBook.com — on Sep 30, 2011

• The Author: The Master of Mind Reading

  Reading Minds will entice the reader.

  Opinion in Books — by C. Elizabeth — on Sep 30, 2011

• eBook Review: Spiced Vanilla by Victoria Blisse

  A decadent and delicious erotic read from Victoria Blisse

  Review in Books — by Lucy Felthouse — on Sep 30, 2011

• Book Review: Bite Club by Rachel Caine

  The tenth book in Rachel Caine's bestselling urban fantasy series.

  Review in Books — by Lucy Felthouse — on Sep 30, 2011

Music

• Music Review: The Duke Robillard Band - Low Down and Tore Up

  The Duke Robillard Band returns with another strong blues album.

  Review in Music — by David Bowling — on Sep 30, 2011

• Concert Review: The Zombies at City Winery, NYC 9/27/11

  The Zombies Bring Their Timeless British Psych-Pop To NYC.

  Review in Music — by GutterCandy — on Sep 30, 2011

• Music Blu-ray Review: Gary Moore - Live at Montreux 2010

  The last recorded performance by the late rock guitar master, in pristine high definition.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 30, 2011

• Music Review: Tim Halperin - Rise and Fall

  The American Idol alum released his debut full-length album earlier this week on iTunes.

  Review in Music — by Kirsten Coachman — on Sep 30, 2011

• Music Review: Various Artists - This May Be My Last Time Singing: Raw African-American Gospel on 45RPM, 1957-1982

  The three-disc set contains over 70 obscure, but well worth hearing, gospel recordings.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 30, 2011

• Music Review: Gloria Estefan - Miss Little Havana

  The trailblazing diva of Latin pop and soul joins forces with Pharrell for a tasty recipe of energy and melody.

  Review in Music — by Justin Kantor — on Sep 30, 2011

• Music Review: Three New Stax Remasters - The Dramatics, Shirley Brown, and Rufus Thomas

  Three Stax Records classics, remastered and reissued with bonus tracks.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 30, 2011

• Music Review: Frank Sinatra and Count Basie - The Complete Reprise Studio Recordings

  A splendid-sounding reissue combining the two collaborative albums by Sinatra and Basie.

  Review in Music — by The Other Chad — on Sep 30, 2011

• Music Review: Carolyn Wonderland - Peace Meal

  "She should be nationwide! What's she doing?"

  Review in Music — by Lou Novacheck — on Sep 30, 2011

Video

• Join BC for a Live Chat Following the House, M.D. Season Premiere!

  Join Blogcritics after the House, M.D. season premiere airs Monday night for a live chat!

  Opinion in Video — by Barbara Barnett — on Sep 30, 2011

• Blu-ray Review: Footloose

  Fun but dated '80s hit comes to Blu-ray.

  Review in Video — by Sherry Lipp — on Sep 30, 2011

• TV Review: Sherlock on the BBC

  A modern take on a classic ... or a classic take on a modern story.

  Review in Video — by Anastasia Klimchynskaya — on Sep 30, 2011

• DVD Review: Look Through Any Window 1963-1975: The Hollies

  Longtime Hollies fans and newcomers alike will enjoy this often fascinating documentary on the band's pop craftsmanship.

  Review in Video — by Kit O'Toole — on Sep 30, 2011

• Movie Review: 50/50

  So this is what Summit Entertainment uses their Twilight money on. Allow it.

  Review in Video — by Cinenerd — on Sep 30, 2011

• DVD Review: Raising Hope: The Complete First Season

  Between puke gags there are a lot of “aww moments” but Raising Hope isn’t afraid to swipe at the low hanging fruit.

  Review in Video — by RPGameX — on Sep 30, 2011

• Seth Rogan in 50/50

  When being a dirty fool is almost a moral virtue.

  Opinion in Video — by joshbarkey — on Sep 30, 2011

Politics

• The Politics of Banking: Monthly Debit Card Fees Are Coming to a Bank Near You!

  Your debit card may not be free soon...or Revenge of the Wall Street Bankers.

  Opinion in Politics — by Jet Gardner — on Sep 30, 2011

• Is It Police Brutality in Bolivia or Is It Something Much More Insidious?

  Is everything you know a lie?

  Opinion in Politics — by Lynette Yetter — on Sep 30, 2011

Tastes

• Chocolate Tres Leches Cake

  This Chocolate Tres Leches Cake came out rich with a nice deep chocolate flavor, coupled with the creaminess of three milks

  Review in Tastes — by Joelen — on Sep 30, 2011

• Warm Eggplant and Rainbow Chard Salad

  A delicious, colorful, and healthful warm salad.

  Review in Tastes — by Rachael Pontillo — on Sep 30, 2011

Sports

• Early 2011 Season Pendulum Swings for the Dallas Cowboys

  The Dallas Cowboys are 2-1 going into their game against the undefeated Detroit Lions this Sunday.

  Opinion in Sports — by ToddT — on Sep 30, 2011

• Terry Francona Is Gone, But It's Theo Epstein Who Should've Been Fired

  This evening, the Red Sox wrongly made their two-time World Series-winning manager the first fall guy of the offseason.

  Opinion in Sports — by Charlie Doherty — on Sep 30, 2011

Sci/Tech

• Product Review - ColorMunki Display From X-Rite

  Do you want a calibrated monitor?

  Review in Sci/Tech — by T. Michael Testi — on Sep 30, 2011

• Book Review: The Cure Within: A History of Mind-Body Medicine by Dr. Anne Harrington - Part One

  Do our thoughts impact our health?

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Bill Scott — on Sep 30, 2011

• Those Pesky Humans: Urban Planning and its Discontents

  A technology company from Washington, DC is building a "smart city" in the New Mexico Desert with no human inhabitants.

  Opinion in Sci/Tech — by Erik Larson — on Sep 30, 2011

Gaming

• iOS Game Review: Pig Curling

  Pigs on ice with obstacles on your i-device.

  Review in Gaming — by Marty Dodge — on Sep 30, 2011

• Nintendo DS Review: Kirby: Mass Attack

  Kirby: Mass Attack is a surprisingly fun game and should be part of any Nintendo fan’s library of games.

  Review in Gaming — by RPGameX — on Sep 30, 2011

Culture

• The Simplest Rules are the Best: Controlling Retail Rage

  As we all get more tense in retail situations, don't forget elementary rules of conduct. Don't forget the Golden Rule.

  Opinion in Culture — by Amanda Stonebarger — on Sep 30, 2011

• How to Sew on a Button

  The complete idiot's guide.

  Opinion in Culture — by Lynette Yetter — on Sep 30, 2011