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‘Bonfire’ offers eclectic mix that defies genre

Christopher Nguyen August 2, 2011

My M.O.’s album, Bonfire, lives up to the band’s name and features a mix of music that seems to please them. With the band members hailing from all across the world (Texas, Australia and...

Latest song releases give fans sneak peek into coming albums

Christopher Nguyen August 1, 2011

    “Drug Test,” Game, featuring Dr. Dre and Snoop Dogg Leaked from Game’s long-awaited The R.E.D. Album, “Drug Test” doesn’t hold...

Katy Perry’s charisma, extravagant stage design add flair to concert

August 1, 2011

As pop star Katy Perry swung above on a pink cloud suspended by metal rafters, it seemed as if a Barbie had truly come to life. Fans stretched out their arms and sang along to a bittersweet love song...

Psychic takes professional approach to paranormal work

Aaron West August 1, 2011

“I see California around you, but it’s not going to work out,” the psychic says. “I get that there may be an opportunity to go to California, but you have to be careful, because...

‘Cowboys & Aliens’ good finish to summer movie season

Alex Williams July 28, 2011

If one thing defines cinema in 2011, it’s alien movies. From “Super 8” and “Battle: Los Angeles” to lighter fare such as “Paul,” it’s been difficult to...

‘Attack the Block’ director, lead star speak about film

Alex Williams July 28, 2011

Judging from the audience’s reaction to the world premiere of “Attack the Block” at this year’s South By Southwest Festival, the film is on track to become an instant classic....

‘Attack the Block’ rises above other alien movies

Alex Williams July 28, 2011

At the world premiere of “Attack the Block” during South By Southwest, producer (and “Shaun of the Dead” director) Edgar Wright took the stage and described the film as “Super...

Thirsty Thursday Investigates makes plans to explore sting operations

Gerald Rich July 28, 2011

Thirsty Thursday Investigates wrapped up the second part of its three-part series on underage drinking last week. To recap, the first week introduced the repercussions for not following the laws...

Rival Sons join blues-rock genre with ‘Pressure & Time’

Christopher Nguyen July 27, 2011

With the breakup of The White Stripes, The Black Keys has become one of the only mainstream blues-rock bands still jamming out. However, Rival Sons are looking to join The Black Keys with their second...

‘Rabbits on the Run’ showcases more mature Vanessa Carlton

Chris Nguyen July 26, 2011

 Vanessa Carlton - Carousel by The Vinyl District Vanessa Carlton first rose to fame as a part of the rise of precocious young singer-songwriters early last decade with “A...

Rowland’s latest album fails to escape shadow of Beyoncé

Chris Nguyen July 26, 2011

Kelly Rowland - Motivation () by DJ Ac_Coolbreeze Kelly Rowland has become destined (no pun intended) to be the Jan to Beyoncé’s Marsha. Rowland can release two albums, score a...

‘Footloose’ dances into hearts at Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater

Rachel Perlmutter July 25, 2011

A splutter of dancing feet breaks the silence on Sheffield Zilker Hillside Theater’s stage at Zilker Park as a group of rowdy teenagers kick their feet up and down in the theater’s rendition...

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