Manchester Orchestra continues on their path to success
March 5, 2010 • written by Dexter Carpenter
Filed under CD Reviews, Entertainment
Anything that comes from Manchester Orchestra automatically gets put on a pedestal for me. Between the grungy, dirty guitar tones to the aggressive, passionate vocals, this band has won my heart. With the release of their sophomore album Mean Everything to Nothing, Manchester Orchestra unleashed a beautiful,... Read more »
Kid Cudi is impressive, but not on top
March 2, 2010 • written by Dexter Carpenter
Filed under CD Reviews, Entertainment
I am normally a pretty trendy kid. I usually try to follow the latest fads and hysteria; however, I have not been impressed by several of the latest pop culture crazes, particularly the Owl City, Jersey Shore and Kid Cudi movements. As only an occasional listener to rap music, I do appreciate the creativity... Read more »
Right Side of the Tree brings a party to your ears
February 26, 2010 • written by Justin Miles
Filed under CD Reviews, Entertainment
For the past several months, I have been searching for a new band to listen to. I wanted something different that few people listen to; I wanted a band that would actually sound like how I truly felt. When I found House Party by Right Side of the Tree, I knew I had found my band. Right Side of the Tree... Read more »
BD’s Mongolian Grill sends your taste buds on vacation
February 25, 2010 • written by Justin Miles
Filed under Entertainment, Restaurant Reviews
Chef Gordon Ramsay is one of the world’s top chefs. He’s been on numerous television shows turning fast food cooks into gourmet chefs, and he’s saved poor, dirty diners from the brink of bankruptcy. His restaurants have been acclaimed for having some of the best food on the planet. However,... Read more »
‘The Book of Eli’ opens eyes across the country
February 5, 2010 • written by Justin Miles
Filed under Entertainment, Movie Reviews
The Bible is the most widely read book, as well as the best-selling book, in the world. But imagine a world where the complete opposite is true, and not only have a scarce number of people read the Bible, but even fewer know it’s still in existence. The Book of Eli depicts this world. The Book of... Read more »
Motion City Soundtrack mixes old with new, with mixed results
February 3, 2010 • written by Matt Metzler
Filed under CD Reviews, Entertainment
The title of Motion City Soundtrack’s latest release, My Dinosaur Life, might have some fans wondering if the band is headed for extinction. I certainly hope not. While this isn’t their best album, it should still satisfy most of the band’s fans, mixing the harder and faster edge of their earlier... Read more »
For Today is brutal in ‘Portraits’
February 2, 2010 • written by Dexter Carpenter
Filed under CD Reviews, Entertainment
This album is heavy. Period. If you are down to feel your body rumbling, put this CD in your car immediately. For Today is not just another stereotypical metal band that wears tight jeans, Vans shoes, and beanie hats. This band is on a whole separate level with their latest album, Portraits. If bass... Read more »
Kravitz’ ‘Greatest Hits’ still sound good
January 26, 2010 • written by Brandon Wiles
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The talented musician Lenny Kravitz released Greatest Hits in 2000. However, this music sensation is still producing and touring on his music even today. But my favorite album is by far Greatest Hits. Of course, it has all of his good songs on it. What makes Lenny’s Greatest Hits album stand out... Read more »
Winter play stars a 6-foot rabbit … but you’ll never see him
January 25, 2010 • written by Justin Miles
Filed under Entertainment, Fairmont Life
Almost everyone had an imaginary friend when they were little. You could drink fake tea with them, talk to them about problems, or even try to take over the world together. But few could ever imagine a 6-foot, white bunny named Harvey as their best friend. Harvey, the Pulitzer-prize winning play by... Read more »
Nutini offers the ‘Sunny Side’ of life
December 18, 2009 • written by Cecily Hieb
Filed under CD Reviews, Entertainment
If you want to listen to something soothing and mellow … you’ve got it. Maybe you want to listen to something a little more upbeat … no problem. Maybe you just want to listen to something that has a little bit of everything … coming right up. Just place your order Sunny Side Up. Paolo... Read more »
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