Category: Features

Posted on: March 15, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

Prolab Amino Gel-Caps

Prolab is one of the best known names in fitness today, and it is due to the fact that they create such needed supplements. Their Amino Gel-Caps product is a focused supplement that will ensure the preservation of lean muscle even through the most grueling workout. While it is true that good nutrition will provide an individual with a good deal of amino acids, these Gel-Caps will make it that…

Posted on: March 15, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Titan High Protein Cookie

Having good tasting and filling options for one’s pre and post workout regime is important, and should be seen at a level comparable to a good shake or other supplement. While many fitness-minded individuals will undoubtedly know about the different protein bars on the market, I believe that Titan High Protein Cookies have been largely ignored.

Posted on: March 15, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Tools of Creation – Adventures in Chaos (CD)

The heavy bass line that begins “Adventures in Chaos” is reminiscent of Anthrax’s version of “Got The Time”. This properly-energetic track is the perfect introduction of the band to fans, and represents just one of the many high points that the disc has to offer. Intense vocals, splashy drums, and driving guitars all unite to create a track that straddles the line between rock and metal. “Bridge Too Far” switches…

Posted on: March 14, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Blues Magoos – Psychedelic Lollipop (CD)

I absolutely love when there is a good remaster or reissue of a forgotten disc. Sundazed’s 2011 version of the Blues Magoos 1966 classic is without fault. A quick glance of this 1,000-print limited edition disc showcases absolutely brilliant and vibrant cover art, while sticking the album into one’s player will show a similarly intense quality. This is due to the fact that Sundazed has procured the Mercury master reels,…

Posted on: March 13, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

OFF! First Four EPs (4×7”)

After faltering in the late nineties and early oughts, it seems as if vinyl has finally vanquished one challenger (cassette) and is looking for a tag team victory with iTunes against the flagging CD format. This blend of old music format and cutting-edge digital representations of music is mirrored perfectly in OFF!. OFF! is the new project by Keith Morris (Circle Jerks and Black Flag), taking up residence with Dimitri…

Posted on: March 12, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Warrior Queen (DVD)

I graduated from college with a classics degree, along with a mountain of debt. I am familiar with Boudicca, but I believe that a number of other individuals have not had a chance to properly understand the impact that this Celtic queen had on any sort of rebellion against the Roman empire. Warrior Queen is a story about Boudicca’s trials and tribulations, and the lead role is filled by Alex…

Posted on: March 12, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Joy Formidable – The Big Roar (CD)

A great many of the bands that come from the United Kingdom possess a certain musical pedigree that presents itself audibly during their music. It becomes an easy feat for a great many of these bands to succeed based on this pedigree along, but a special kudos has to go out to any sort of band that looks to break free of this style. I have to contend that The…

Posted on: March 11, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Jeff Beck Rock’n’roll Party: Honoring Les Paul (DVD)

This DVD was filmed last year at the Iridium Jazz Club in New York City, and represents a killer show in memory of Les Paul. Jeff Beck provides the most brilliant star power of the night, but the ranks are filled out by legends like Gary U.S. Bonds, Imelda May, and Trombone Shorty. What results is an eclectic set of performances that never fails to impress. There is nary a…

Posted on: March 11, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Wow! Wow! Wubbzy’s Egg-cellent Easter (DVD)

Wubbzy’s Egg-Cellent Easter provides viewers with some of the newest children’s programming about the holiday, and this collection of episodes will keep children occupied for well over an hour. Far from being limited to the Easter holiday, this DVD marks the change in seasons. With a move away from the snow that has blanketed us here in Kent for the last few months, Wubbzy’s game of kickball with eir friends…

Posted on: March 9, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Mr. Funny Pants by Michael Showalter (Book)

The 90’s were a bad time for books by comedians. Apparently you were handed a publishing contact as soon as one of the networks picked up your sitcom, which explained such dreadful books that lined the clearance table by folks like Tim Allen and Drew Carey. Now that someone has obviously shut down the pipeline between the comedy clubs and paint-by-number sitcoms, it looks like publishing houses are finally showing…

Posted on: March 7, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Fish Tank (Blu-Ray)

Fish Tank is a film that is interesting on a number of levels. First off, the plot – dealing with dancing as a way to get away from the trials and tribulations of life – provides something that viewers of all stripes can appreciate and understand. Second off, the music choices here (including “Your House” by Steel Pulse, “Juice” by Eric B and Rakim, and “Original Nuttah” by Shy FX)…

Posted on: March 7, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Dreamcast Collection (Xbox 360)

It seems like the Dreamcast was perhaps the most unlucky game console. The graphical quality, game play, and library far outstripped the other consoles that it competed with, while controller design and game-save abilities were similarly strong. Sega removed themselves from creating consoles soon after that, but they were able to provide a number of strong ports to the Xbox 360 with their Dreamcast Collection. For those players that were…

Posted on: March 7, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine and Darkest Hour CD Giveaway

The team over at eOne Metal have graciously provided 3 copies of the new Darkest Hour album, “The Human Romance”. We are giving away these copies to three randomly-chosen entrants. Look beyond the jump for more information about this album and the latest news about the band.

Posted on: March 5, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

SF’s The Tunnel release 2nd CD of dark, art-damage

Fathoms Deep is the second album from San Francisco trio The Tunnel. The album was recorded at Studio SQ in San Francisco, produced by the group and engineered by Chris Crawford (drummer for French Miami, the Downer Party) and is being by the Glorious Alchemial Co. label Fathoms Deep was hammered out in various San Francisco dives and warehouses, but it draws its lifeblood from the darkness of the surrounding,…

Posted on: March 2, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

NeuFutur Magazine and Mitchel Musso Giveaway

The team over at ThinkTank Marketing have graciously provided 3 copies of the new Mitchel Musso album, “Brainstorm”. We are giving away these copies to three randomly-chosen entrants. How do you enter? All we ask is that you email NeuFutur directly (our email is found in the contact section) or comment this post. This contest ends on March 21th, so enter quickly. Look beyond the jump for more information about…

Posted on: March 2, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Black Rebel Motorcycle Club on Last Call w/Carson Daly TONIGHT

Having just recently played their 1000th show to a sold out Brixton Academy in the UK, this unique footage captures the trio blast through an enormous set, in a tiny, intimate setting. Tune in for “Conscience Killer” off their latest LP, Beat The Devil’s Tattoo, as well as a portion of the epic “Half State.” TONIGHT on NBC 1:35 a.m. Eastern / 12:35 a.m. Central following Jimmy

Posted on: March 1, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

Modern Day Moonshine Crashes Americana Radio Charts

Released at the end of November 2010, Modern Day Moonshine’s latest full-length record, Refuge, made an immediate impact on Americana radio charts, finding itself nestled among the likes of genre stalwarts The Black Crowes, Ray LaMontagne, and Robert Plant. Not only did the first single “Don’t Waste” begin appearing on the playlists of many stations world-wide, but the track also appeared on the tops of many of those stations’ charts,…

Posted on: February 28, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 0

The Last Act – Still Standing (CD)

The Last Act is a bluesy, metal-based act that immediately assaults listeners with their own blend of Metallica, Motorhead, and Dimmu Borgir. While absolutely brutal in its execution, “Still Standing” is a track that will have listeners singing along after their first listen. With a head full of steam, The Last Act continues to kick ass with their “No Chance…Again”. Despite blazing through the track with a grim grittiness, this…

Posted on: February 27, 2011 Posted by: Sargeant Comments: 1

Wolfe Gang – Read the Fine Print (CD)

“Read the Fine Print” begins with an absolutely smooth bit of funk, blues, and jazz that will ease listeners into the unique sound presented them by the Wolfe Gang. With an absolutely lush production, the Wolfe Gang have a tremendous amount of momentum going into “Everyone”. “Everyone” changes things up considerably, with a bit of punchy percussion that allows for a sultry, almost Tom Waits meets John Morrison type of…