Author: Sargeant

Posted on: July 30, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

ASTRALWERKS RECORDS CELEBRATES ITS 20TH ANNIVERSARY

Founded in 1993 in New York City, Astralwerks Records began as an independent boutique label releasing visionary records that helped ignite two explosive waves of musical creativity: first with Electronica in the ’90s, and more recently with EDM in the new millennium. Over the past two decades, the New York City based label has become one of America’s pre-eminent homes for unique and forward-thinking artists, nurturing a roster of genre-bending…

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Posted on: July 30, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Boardwalk Empire The Complete Third Season Blu-Ray Review

      Boardwalk Empire is a rare example of a show that has continued to get stronger as the seasons have passed. The third season of the show captures from New Year’s Eye 1922 and the months that follow, as Gyp Rosetti makes eir grand entrance. Throughout the season, Gyp continues to be a major stumbling block for Nucky as tensions continue to escalate. Nucky stands tall at the…

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Posted on: July 29, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Nedelle Torrisi to open for Julia Holter this Fall

This self-titled album, the first Nedelle Torrisi has released under her full name, is basically the story of a friendship. A couple of years ago, she and Kenny Gilmore (of Ariel Pink’s Haunted Graffiti) lived in the same house in Los Angeles. Through a wall she could hear Kenny playing keyboards and guitar, and he could hear her making demos of the songs on this album. At one point, he…

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Posted on: July 29, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Dizzy Wright – Can’t Stop Won’t Stop

Fresh off his tour through Australia, Funk Volume rapper Dizzy Wright has released the latest single and video from his upcoming mixtape The Golden Age, entitled “Can’t Stop Won’t Stop,” which was produced by Will Power aka SupaHotBeats . Directed by George J. for Geeezy Productions, the visual offers a glimpse into the world of the rising hip-hop star, capturing both the simple pleasures of a trip to the barbershop and chilling with friends over pizza along with Dizzy’s captivating flair interacting one-on-one with the…

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Posted on: July 29, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Lady Gaga Applause Single

Lady Gaga has announced that the first single from her long-awaited forthcoming album/app ARTPOP is “Applause”, and has released its single artwork shot by Inez & Vinoodh. “Applause” will be available worldwide beginning August 19th, and is the first single from the pop icon’s highly anticipated fourth studio album/app ARTPOP, which will hit stores around the world on November 11th through Streamline/Interscope Records. Due to popular audience demand, the pre-order for ARTPOP will also now…

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Posted on: July 29, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

BEATRICE MASON – When Love Breaks Down

Brazilian chanteuse Beatrice Mason recently released a sultry cover of popular 80s new wave hit “When Love Breaks Down” by the British pop rock group, Prefab Sprout. To pair with the single, Beatrice and her faithful team Maíra Knox (designer/art director) and Manuel Águas (cinematography director), filmed an artful videoclip. Beatrice (pronounced “bee–TRESE”) and her sister Eurídice were born and raised in Rio to a mother of German descent and a father of…

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Posted on: July 28, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Sportz X-Treme PAC Tent Review

  The build quality of the X-Treme PAC is stellar, ensuring that individuals will have a number of seasons of service before having to purchase another product. The X-Treme PAC tent fits up to two people, and has two doors to ensure ease of movement while in the tent.  There are a number of smart additions to this tent; individuals can stash their phones, lanterns, or otherwise gear in the…

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Posted on: July 22, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Lenka Shadows CD Review

Shadows begins with Nothing Here but Love, a track that blends sedate and emotive instrumentation with an utterly memorable set of vocals. The dreamy nature of the track sets the stage for subsequent tracks; Faster with You continues this trend with a slight bit of electronic instrumentation. Floating between pop, EDM, and influences including Jewel and Natalie Imbruglia, Lenka deftly crafts a unique style of music during the first part…

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Posted on: July 22, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Serious Strength Training Third Edition Book Review

Serious Strength Training is a title that looks to provide individuals with education to move past early stages of bodybuilding into the more hard-core weight training. This book provides more than just a set of exercises (which are numerous), providing education in regards to high-intensity training, diet, and even sets of workouts that will increase muscle gains. The “Using Nutritional Supplements” chapter will inform readers about what each class (BCAAs,…

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Posted on: July 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Roccat Kone Pure Mouse Review

  A 8200 DPI mouse, the Roccat Kone Pure Mouse provides a tremendous amount of customization along with spot-on performance. No matter whether one is playing a current-gen MMORPG (World of Warcraft, Neverwinter) or FPS, the Pure Mouse will increase targeting and overall accuracy. The mouse is one of the most versatile that we have a chance to review. In terms of the aesthetics, users can choose any one of…

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Posted on: July 20, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Strike Back Season Two DVD Box Set Review

  Strike Back is one of the hottest shows, and this DVD set (capturing “Strike Back: Vengeance” for those familiar with the British airing) does the show justice. The second season improves on the story that was laid out in the initial collection of episodes, providing some much-needed back story to Michael (Philip Winchester) while providing further drama. The show introduces a new boss for Michael in Rachel (Rhona Mitra…

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Posted on: July 19, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Eve of Destruction Blu-Ray Disc Review

  Eve of Destruction is an epic mini-series (which had an initial airing back in June, on the ReelzChannel) that details the construction of an energy plant that will solve the pressing issue of energy generation. When a set of ecological terrorist decide to throw a wrench in that research, what was a boon for humanity turns into a tremendous bane. Eve of Destruction is built off of the contributions…

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Posted on: July 18, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Pee Wee’s Playhouse Brought to Digital Entertainment

  Shout! Factory announced they are bringing Paul Reubens’ groundbreaking TV series PEE-WEE’S PLAYHOUSE to the home entertainment marketplace and a variety of digital entertainment platforms. Shout! Factory recently secured extensive distribution rights to all 45 episodes of PEE-WEE’S PLAYHOUSE and PEE-WEE’S CHRISTMAS SPECIAL, including worldwide home entertainment, select digital rights and broadcast for cross-platform releases. The announcement was made today by Shout! Factory’s founders Richard Foos, Bob Emmer and Garson Foos.   “We could…

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Posted on: July 16, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Lisa Lim Self-Titled LP CD Review

Superstitious Mind is a hard-rocking track that ties together the work of Guns N’ Roses with a more current and contemporary (Kelly Clarkson, Carrie Underwood) country sound. My Perfect World keeps with a strong instrumentation and showcases Lim’s eclectic set of influences. With more than a passing nod to sixties psychedelic rock and nineties grunge, My Perfect World has the hooks necessary to garner a substantial amount of replay. Broken…

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Posted on: July 15, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

GT1 Mid-Tower ATX Computer Case Review

  The GT1 Mid-Tower is the latest case from In-Win USA. It contains 6 internal 3.5” drive bays, 3 external 5.25” drive bays, and an ample amount of USB connectors (1 USB 3.0, 2 USB 2.0). The company has placed an “EZ Swap Dock” on the top of the case, which allows for rapid changing of SATA hard drives. For those individuals that have to bring over large (over the…

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Posted on: July 15, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Iration Automatic CD

  Automatic showcases Iration’s own unique take on reggae; hints of 311 and Sublime can be heard even as the band takes a more pensive and even progressive-tinged approach to their music. The production during this introduction will pique listeners’ interests, which the band uses to great effect during Show Me. Show Me is a radio-ready track that looks back to the days of The Police and the second wave…

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Posted on: July 14, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

BoostBloc 6600 Review

  The BoostBloc 6600 is a lithium battery (rated for 6600mAh) that will quickly recharge cellular phones, computers, and an array of other gadgets. The BoostBloc 6600 contains two 1A/2.1A USB ports, which allow users to place two objects on charge simultaneously; the battery (when fully charged) can charge a dead cellphone three times before depleting its energy stores. Regardless of the amount of objects plugged in to the BoostBloc,…

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Posted on: July 14, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Magic 2014 Duels of the Planeswalkers PC Review

  For those individuals that are looking to increase their ability with Magic: the Gathering, Duels of trhe Planeswalkers is a must-have. The various challenges that await planeswalkers on single-player mode allow for the more nuanced plays to be understood under the comprehensive rules of the game. The high-contrast design of the battlefield and zoomable aspect to the cards provides further information to those players that may not be familiar…

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Posted on: July 13, 2013 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Captain Morgan Sherry Oak Finish Spiced Rum Review

  There is a decidedly more complex flavor to the Sherry Oak Finish than to the original Captain Morgan. I feel it is this an amazing take on a classic spirit, with the classic Captain Morgan’s acquiring an evolved flavor by virtue of its time in sherry oak. The initial aroma of the Sherry Oak Finish Spiced Rum is very sweet, with hints of vanilla and raisin coming forth immediately.…

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