Mix the Blue Man Group with The Avalanches and Kid Koala, and one will have a good idea of what the Street Drum Corps sound like. The disc starts off with “Wrecks”, a track that really does not need to be three and a half minutes. The use of sampling during the track gets a little repetitive by the two-two and a half minute mark, and is only saved…
You can’t help but catch a strong “Me too!” vibe off of Stephen Pearcy’s memory of his time as Ratt’s founder and frontman (ironically, Ratt always had a “me too” vibe attached to their music as well, being seen as a carbon copy of Motley Crue, despite coming up from the same scene around the same time). Sex, Drugs, Ratt & Roll is Pearcy’s attempt to one up or at…
When we received a Halo V headband for review, we were a little skeptical about how well sweat would be shunted from our faces. The headband is incredibly fashionable and thin, consisting of a shiny fabric (Dryline) that looks too sheer to hold any moisture. After completing an exercise in the Halo V, we were absolutely astounded at how well the company’s headbands work. The SweatBlock Seal (patented by…
Highlander Honey is a new addition to the Dewar’s line, and it provides imbibers with a considerably different flavor than has been present in Dewar’s bottles up to this point. There is a greater sweetness to Highlander Honey that matches well the inimitable Dewar’s bite; the Dewar’s White Label is mixed with honey created from honeybees in the Scottish heather. By keeping the proof high, what Dewar’s has done with…
The Colombian Connection is a film that is set in 1976 and features a framed cop looking to get eir revenge after being convicted of a crime that ey did not commit. The individual that was involved with Jack Hooks’ (Robert Thorne, Poker Run and The Majestic) time in prison is eir ex-partner Frank Rossi (Tom Sizemore), who is in cahoots with major marijuana dealers. Along with dispatching Rossi,…
Princess Twilight Sparkle contains five episodes – Lesson Zero, Magic Duel, Mmmystery on the Friendship Express, Magical Mystery Cure, and Games Ponies Play. Shout! Kids has also included two bonuses in this release; a coloring sheet makes this DVD multimedia, while there is a singalong that will further increase the value of this DVD (which can be found at online retailers for around $10 and shipping). The Princess Twilight Sparkle…
The ATH-ANC29 Headphones should be seen as the go-to for anyone that plays music in a crowded or otherwise loud setting. The noise-cancelling aspect of the headphones ensures that the tunes that you would like to hear can be heard (Audio-Technica claims that 87% of noise is cancelled out). The padded headphones provide additional comfort, meaning that one could easily keep the headphones on for the entirety of a workout…
Wok Oil is an integral ingredient for a number of dishes throughout Asian cuisine, and the type of wok oil that is utilized has much to do with how the dish ultimately turns out. In many American grocery stores, there simply are not many wok oils with which one can choose. La Tourangelle has created their Thai Wok Oil, and look to change what chefs and consumers expect in…
Stone Beads & Silver begins with Muskingum River, an effort that will immediately draw listeners in. Carroll’s inimitable style may be built on the folk and rock genres, but the tested and focused effort that issues forth is something utterly unique. The Fool Disguised In Beggar’s Clothes is full of outward pomp and inward reflection, allowing Carroll to place eir emotions on the table. You Can Never Go Home…
The small indie film Save the Date may have been lost among the massive budget holiday releases when it saw its brief theatrical release at the end of 2012, but it will likely get more attention now that it’s surfaced on DVD. This smart film follows two sisters (Alison Brie and Lizzy Caplan) who are dating best friends and band mates. When one of the friends successfully proposes to one…
