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For those diehards who suffered through "Around the Sun" (I paid upwards of $40 for the deluxe edition), "Accelerate" is a refreshing jolt of life as well as a huge relief. Whew. R.E.M. doesn't suck - they're actually still really good. Indeed, R.E.M.'s 14th studio album is everything its 13th was not - where the latter was soft, slow and sedated, the former is loud, fast and angry. … 0 Comments
MurmurStandouts: "Radio Free Europe," "Talk About the Passion" Deep cuts: "Sitting Still," "Perfect Circle" Verdict: Half jangle-pop and half post-punk, R.E.M.'s debut LP pushes Buck's chiming guitars and Mills' moody bass to center stage. Stipe's eerily distant vocals form the record's backdrop, and the result is enigmatic, captivating and wholly new. … 0 Comments
America is a melting pot in every sense of the word. Representative of an array of races and cultures, it produced over time its own unique musical heritage now known as "roots music." Saturday, four renowned members of the musical group Hesperus will explore American music from the Colonial era through the 20th century in its aptly titled production "American Roots. … 0 Comments
Plot summary: A local rock star hosts a fundraiser in his hometown that not only raises money for a beneficial organization but gives an opportunity to other local artists. The evening starts off well and several people come out to give their support. But then, a casserole bake-off ensues, a murder detective gets followed by an uprising of zombies, and two pink elephants read everyone's minds. … 0 Comments
Don't call Lorin Ashton a DJ. The man behind the popular musical project Bassnectar considers himself to be a "bass scientist" and has the education to prove it. Ashton earned a minor in electronic music from the University of California-Santa Cruz and will be spinning and mixing different musical genres "scientifically" and "methodically" tonight at the Georgia Theatre as the headliner to the fourth Baller's Ball. … 0 Comments
When it comes to sources of poetic inspiration, there is no place like home. Today, in a symposium at the University Chapel, six award-winning African-American poets will discuss personal and artistic connections to their home - the South. "[There is] a long tradition of ambivalence about the South in black literature," said Barbara McCaskill, a University English professor and the symposium's organizer. … 1 Comment
Whether on the field or on the stage, Rob Evan knows how to work a crowd. A former punter and kicker for the Bulldogs in the late 1980's, Evan graduated from the University with a Finance degree in 1990 - only to strike it big on 42nd Street. On Friday, he will return to Athens and his alma mater as a bona fide musical star, touring with composer Neil Berg in his show, "100 Years of Broadway. … 0 Comments
Peanut Curry HummusIngredients 1 clove garlic (about 1 tsp) 1 can chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed and drained 1 lemon, juiced 1 tablespoon curry powder 1 teaspoon black pepper (coarse grind) 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes 1/2 cup peanut butter Fresh cilantro and olive oil (optional) Mince garlic in processor, then add chickpeas and run machine until they are mealy (like bread crumbs). … 0 Comments
If you were hard up for cash and had to find $300,000 for medical school, what would you do? For Ben Campbell (Jim Sturgess), the answer lies in Vegas. In "21" the stakes are high and the rewards are even higher. Ben is a gifted MIT student who has a knack for numbers. … 0 Comments
In response to a culture fascinated with the idea of outer space, English artist David Bowie released the space-themed glam-rock album "The Rise and Fall of Ziggy Stardust and the Spiders from Mars." … 3 Comments
See Dennis (Simon Pegg) leave his pregnant fiancée, Libby (Thandie Newton), at the altar. Fast forward five years and watch Dennis loathe his existence as a lingerie-protecting security guard with minimal time in his child's life and being no competition to Libby's new boyfriend, Whit (Hank Azaria). … 0 Comments
PRESIDENTS OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICAThese Are The Good Times People Presidents of the United States of America are back in office after a confusing period of hiatus and creative rest. Clutter aside, PUSA is a collective that's known for coveting its own corner of post-grunge kitsch. … 0 Comments
1. F**K BUTTONS - Street Horrrsing (ATP) 2. ATLAS SOUND - Let The Blind Lead Those Who Can See But Cannot (Kranky) 3. FOXGLOVE HUNT - Stop Heartbeat (Common Wall) 4. VARIOUS ARTISTS - Bollywood Steel Guitar (Sublime Frequencies) 5. APPLES IN STEREO - Electronic Projects For Musicians (Yep Roc) 6. … 0 Comments
It's an indie dream come true, if only the hipster districts of Hollywood were nestled somewhere between Nashville, Memphis or New York City during the height of its folk art era. Two of the celebrity sphere's most subtle and underrated stars have left their native territory to come together and make sweet, sweet music - literally - as singer/songwriter M. … 0 Comments
