Month: April 2013

Posted on: April 18, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Phi-Brain Puzzle of God Season One Collection 1: Episodes 1-13 DVD Set

  Phi-Brain Puzzle of God is an current NHK anime; season one aired between October, 2011 and April, 2012. The show surrounds Kaito Daimon, a teenager that has been imbued with the ability to solve a wide array of puzzles. Kaito is provided with ample challenges with POG, an organization that is looking to find an individual talented enough to solve the Puzzle of God. Phi-Brain Puzzle of God comes…

Posted on: April 17, 2013 Posted by: John B. Moore Comments: 0

The Fleeting Ends Our Eyes Are Peeled CD Review

  For their second full length, Philly power pop band The Fleeting Ends seems to have dug deep into the crate of vinyl for inspiration pulling out everything from XTC and The Features to Cheap Trick and Material Issue – never a bad combo. The result, Our Eyes Are Peeled, is quite impressive. Songs like the strings-laced “Operator” and the slow-build goodness of “Poor Gloria” highlight a band that’s found…

Posted on: April 17, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

It’s In The Blood DVD Review

Scooter Downey is the director of It’s In The Blood (eir first dip into the full-length pool), and stocks eir film with the perfect blend of veteran and up and coming actors. Lance Henriksen has been all over the map with eir previous films, which include Alien and The Terminator; It’s In The Blood is a tremendously chilling film, and showcases the darkness of humanity. I feel that the backdrop…

Posted on: April 17, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Hollywood Undead Signed Drumhead / Ticket Giveaway Contest

We are offering two tickets for each date on the Hollywood Undead tour, which runs through the end of April and into May. A grand prize winner will also win a signed drumhead from the band. The contest will run until the end of May. Sign up today, and let us know if you win! SWEEPSTAKES ENTRY PERIOD: Hollywood Undead Ticket Giveaway (“Sweepstakes”) begins at 12:01 a.m. Eastern Time (“ET”) on…

Posted on: April 17, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Frampton Live in Detroit DVD Review

The video quality of this DVD is sharp, while the specific camera shots utilized ensure that viewers will be able to see every side of the fantastic Frampton live show. While recorded in 1999, the utilization of HD cameras ensure that this release shines on every home entertainment system. The entire effort resounds with booming volume and incredibly intricate arrangements; Frampton’s long-time backers John Regan and Bob Mayo make this…

Posted on: April 16, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Kinzie Interview

Please introduce yourselves; what has your history been in music?   Ash: Ashley Windsor or Ash   P. Ori: Phillip Ori or P. Ori is the stage name I go by. How to summarize my musical path? My music history started when I was eight. I didn’t start taking music seriously until I was fifteen. I played bass for a lot of neighboring bands. I eventually had a pretty successful…

Posted on: April 16, 2013 Posted by: John B. Moore Comments: 0

The Merciless Book of Metal Lists Book Review

I don’t care if you don’t know your Megadeth from your Metallica, your Fates Warning from your Mercyful Fate, it’s certain that you’re gonna lose several hours to The Merciless Book of Metal Lists. Yes. it’s that good. Complied by former music A&R rep Howie Abrams and music writer Sacha Jenkins, the book is a fantastically entertaining look at all things metal – from logos and t-shirts to bands, list…

Posted on: April 15, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Steinway

Used Steinway pianos are some of the most beautiful accoutrements that one can purchase. The price of these pianos new are a major cost that individuals have to endure, but there is a much cheaper option that will allow everyone to have one to use and show off. There are some companies that offer Steinways used, but there are a few steps that individuals need to take before taking the…

Posted on: April 15, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

The Sweeney DVD Review

If The Sweeney has a very 70’s-cop-drama-feel that’s for good reason – it was based on the 70’s British TV show of the same name. This updated version gives a nod to greats of the genre like Serpico and French Connection, but also owes a debt to more modern classics like Layer Cake and even Reservoir Dogs (minus the gore).   The movie follows a group of London detectives that are part of the cloistered Flying Squad that investigates…

Posted on: April 15, 2013 Posted by: James McQuiston Comments: 0

Bowflex UpperCut Review

The Bowflex UpperCut will present users with a wide variety of exercises for when the gym is closed or otherwise out of reach (inclement weather, lack of transportation). The UpperCut can be locked in a variety of positions to work out one’s chest, arms, core, and legs. In fact, the ability of the UpperCut to be moved into numerous configurations makes it easy for individuals to create their own workouts.…