It has been a few years since there was a good motocross game, but MUD – FIM Motocross World Championship looks to provide some luster to the sport. The game has taken the effort to be approved by the MX1 / MX2 championships, and will appease fans through the presence of nearly 100 (84) riders in the league. The networking ability of the game ensures that players can go…
The track is absolutely furious, but there is a sense that the distinct elements of the band are kept separate. While there is an intense musical attack from the get go, subsequent listens will reveal a surprisingly rich effort. The vocals provide additional melody to this metalcore meets pit anthem. While the specific array of styles that went into the creation of this track are not immediately discernible, Loma…
Foyle’s War is a mystery, set during the second World War, that focuses on creating an authentic experience for viewers while keeping them firmly riveted to their seats. Foyle’s War: The Home Front Files provides viewers with a few extra features; the making-of features provide additional context to the filming process while proving viewers with quick views into the camaraderie that was enjoyed on the set. The interviews conducted…
03/13 Austin, TX @ The Old School SXSW 2013, Stubhub Live! Presents, 1230AM 03/15 Austin, TX @ The Parish Underground SXSW 2013, Audible Treats & The Vinyl District Presents, 825PM +++ Austin-based band Boy + Kite will follow-up its 2011 debut album with a new EP, scheduled to hit digital retailers next week. Titled “We Can Go Anywhere We Want,” the new EP (available on…
We are providing individuals with the chance to win tickets to the AWOLNATION spring tour. For your chance, hit up the link at the bottom of this post and fill out the form. It’s as easy as that, and will end on April 20th. Check out the contest instructions and tell your friends. A set of tickets will be given out for each stop on the tour. A PURCHASE WILL…
The sheer variety of different styles that are captured on these two discs is astonishing. Tune Your Mind (Momentum Folkhouse Remix) has an absolutely haunting feel created by the additional echo. As the synth fills some of space left open, the vocals begin to separate themselves from the instrumentation. Approaching the six-minute mark, the Momentum Folkhouse remix of Chords of Truth will make believers out of individuals lucky enough to…
Some of Us opens up Sparkleton, introducing Grown Up Avenger Stuff as an act that paces itself nicely. At a few seconds shy of a minute, the band immediately kicks into high gear. The distinct sides of Some of Us ensure that fans will be firmly affixed to their seats through the first half of Sparkleton. Sparkleton is the album’s titular track and provides listeners with a distinctly different…
Ebel’s Weiss Beer is our introduction to Two Brothers Brewing Company, and represents an entry in the Hefeweizen style. The initial sip of the beer is bold and provides imbibers with hints of cloves, spice, and lemon. Ebel’s Weiss pours nicely, with a very thick head and lacing remaining after each sip. The mouthfeel of the beer gradually fades to allow the beer to become eminently drinkable, while the…
Undersea Edens is a look into one of the ill-explored parts of the Earth, providing viewers with what occurs at levels below that where most swim. Taking full advantage of spots off of Australia, New Zealand, and South Georgia Island, the Smithsonian Channel showcases the incredible biodiversity that is present in one biome. I feel that the Smithsonian Channel has provided additional worth in this release as it is…
Abita Fall Fest is the latest seasonal from perhaps the best brewery in Louisiana; this is a lager that has a considerably larger and more bold flavor than similar efforts on the market. This is due to the inclusion of Hallertau and German Perle hops, which pushes the IBUs up to 20. The bold malt and hop attitude of the Fall Fest distinguishes it from the rest of Oktoberfest…
The Adrenaline GTS 13 shoe is a solid effort in a number of ways. The 9.4 ounce weight of the shoe is balanced perfectly on the foot, while the eyelets are placed in a way that the shoe will not slip around on the foot. The inclusion of the moisture-managing element mesh allows for comfort in a wide array of climes; this design allows for moisture to evaporate while…
Carnivor is a product that looks to change what protein supplements can be. Whether it is through the inclusion of additional compounds (a full set of vitamins and minerals) or through unique and delectable flavorings (Cherry Vanilla, Blue Raspberry, and Fruit Punch are but a sample), MuscleMeds has created something considerably different from the norm. Carnivor protein contains 23 grams of protein on a 35 gram scoop; the hydrolyzed beef…
The Dallas-based six-piece Home By Hovercraft is a family affair, comprised of husband and wife duo Seth Magill (vocals/tuba) and Shawn Magill (piano/vocals /xylophone) and Seth’s sister Abbey Magill (Step Dance) and yes, if they are listing a lone dancer as a band member you get a pretty good idea of what to expect; Somewhat pretentious pop music masquerading as experimental art rock. The band is described as…
Wreck-It Ralph is a title that the widest possible swath of viewers could appreciate. This all-in aspect of the film and heart-warming tenor of the title makes this a must have for any family or fan of the movie. The fact that the inspiration for the film had been bouncing around the Disney vault for decades is absolutely astonishing, while the quality of the finished film is similarly so.…
We’re going to be at the Figure concert tonight (3/8) at the House of Blues in Cleveland, Ohio. Tickets are still available for $20, but it may not be for long. If you come up with a good enough reason, Figure is giving out guest-list invites to those that go above and beyond. Check information out about the show at http://www.facebook.com/events/149915361826410/?ref=22 , or Figure’s Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/IMFIGURE.
Blood of Gruumsch is a new faction pack for Dungeon and Dragons’ Dungeon Command game, allowing players to champion the orc race. This time around, Strength, Wisdom, and Constitution attributes are focused on. Players can created pitched battles or move around the map finding the treasures in the world; there is a wide-open aspect to the game that significantly increases the replay value of the title. The strongest part…
Lay The Favorite is a 2012 film adaptation of a true story (novelized); the film stars Bruce Willis, Vince Vaughan, Joshua Jackson, Rebecca Hall and Catherine Zeta-Jones. Director Stephen Frears (The Grifters, Dangerous Liasons) helms this fast-paced comedy cum drama. Lay The Favorite focuses on Dink (Willis) and Beth (Hall); Dink is able to pick up on the naiveté of Beth and involve eir in a scheme to rip…
The Mayo Clinic Diet has been associated with considerable weight loss, along with a greater percentage of those initially starting the program maintaining that weight loss. The instructions that are provided during this DVD are simplistic enough that even those individuals whom have never taken on a diet regiment before will be able to stick with what is presented here. I believe that where the Mayo Clinic Diet DVD…
Three Stars is a film that looks to clarify the Michelin ranking system by providing interviews with 10 of the chefs from these restaurants. The list of those that were interviewed during Three Stars is absolutely stellar, including Jean-Georges Vongerichten (Jean-Georges in New York), Nadia Santini (Italy’s Dal Pescatore), and Sergio Herman (Oud Sluis, from the Netherlands). Rounding out the coverage is a feature with…
The Kikwear 32” Triple Drawstring Pants ($45) are the most versatile clothing that we have received for review in a long while. The triple drawstring aspect of these pants makes sure that individuals have a wide array of different ways to wear them. The fabric utilized in these pants works to moderate the climate, whether it be in a jam-packed club or standing outside the venue. Furthermore, this fabric…