‘Red’ succeeds due to star cast
“Red,” starring Bruce Willis, John Malkovich, Helen Mirren and Morgan Freeman, tastefully blends humor, adventure and romance in a unique but well-executed action-comedy. […]
Arts
Editors’ Take; Insane Clown Posse is actually insane, and not in a good way
The Entertainment Editors’ take on “horror-core” rap group Insane Clown Posse. […]
Epicenter Music Festival brings the new of the old
KROQ’s Epicenter Music Festival in Fontana brought big names to the Auto-Speedway in which it was held. On Sept. 26, the festival went out with a bang with a final lineup of 30 Seconds to Mars, Rise Against, and headliner Blink-182. […]
HBO features Springsteen
In a behind-the-scenes look at the making of Bruce Springsteen’s famous 1978 album, “Darkness on the Edge of Town,” Springsteen shares rare footage of the E Street band recording in a new HBO documentary. […]
Pavement reunites to rock the Hollywood Bowl
Alternative rock group Pavement played the Hollywood Bowl on September 30 as one of the final dates for their reunion world tour. Supported by Sonic Youth and No Age, Pavement put on an enthusiastic show full of the impressive but fun tracks that gained them popularity in the ‘90s.
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‘It’s Kind of a Funny Story’ is more than kind of funny
When life gets out of hand, would it be the smartest thing to check into a mental ward? In the witty movie “It’s Kind of a Funny Story,” the lead character does just that, but has second thoughts after being admitted. […]
Fincher’s ‘The Social Network’ proves itself to be a quality film
There hasn’t been a more beautifully shot, capably acted and well-written film this year than “The Social Network.” With an emotional and often witty screenplay from writer Aaron Sorkin and bold choices from director David Fincher, “The Social Network” is the best film of the year. […]
Sufjan Stevens takes new direction on ‘The Age of Adz’
Sufjan Stevens’ latest LP, “The Age of Adz,” is a surprising tonal departure from the sounds of his earlier work. Nonetheless, the album as a whole retains the same dreamy, melodic feel that Stevens’ past works held. […]
No Age expand fanbase with new LP
Following the success of their debut album “Nouns,” art punk duo No Age takes their next important musical step by releasing an impressive sophomore album entitled “Everything in Between.” This release is more mature and subdued than previous releases. […]
‘I Am Not A Human Being’ satisfies Lil Wayne listeners
“I Am Not A Human Being” may be the best album from Lil Wayne. The rapper masterfully imposes his creative vocabulary, unique beats, gripping lyrics, and indelicate humor on his work like never before.
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