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Music Review: Paul McCartney - Flaming Pie - The Archive Collection
By Chaz LippChalk it up to another victory for Paul McCartney with this 13th entry in his long-running Archive Collection.… -
Music Reviews: Pretenders’ ‘Hate for Sale,’ Plus Sylvie Simmons, the Five Keys, and Nocona
By Jeff BurgerThe Pretenders return with an album that recalls their past glories. Plus, folk from Sylvie Simmons,… -
DVD Review: James Cameron's Story of Science Fiction
By Chaz LippWhile this 2018 AMC series is by no means comprehensive, it's an entertaining, casual exploration of… -
Music Reviews: Bryan Ferry Live, Plus John Fusco, Phil Ochs, Rick Berthod
By Jeff BurgerA 46-year-old concert from Roxy Music's Bryan Ferry, plus previously unreleased tracks from the great… -
Music Reviews: Brian Wilson and Van Dyke Parks’s ‘Orange Crate Art,’ Plus Jenny Reynolds, Jason Daniels Band, Easy Love
By Jeff BurgerBrian Wilson and Van Dyke Parks's "Orange Crate Art" reappears in a 25th anniversary edition. Plus three… -
Music Reviews: The Explorers Club, Plus Julian Taylor, Al Hendrix, Mark Fredson
By Jeff BurgerThe Explorers pay tribute to late 60s/early 70s pop rock. Plus, Canada's Julian Taylor, rockabilly from… -
Music Review: Bob Dylan's 'Rough and Rowdy Ways'
By Jeff BurgerThink Bob Dylan's best work is behind him? His first new album of original material in eight years suggests… -
Music Reviews: Jeb Loy Nichols’s Masterful ‘Season of Decline,’ Plus VickiKristinaBarcelona and Kristen Grainger
By Jeff BurgerA gem from the little-known Jeb Loy Nichols, plus VickyKristinaBarcelona covers Tom Waits and Kristin… -
Music Reviews: Iggy Pop’s ‘The Bowie Years,’ Plus John Craigie, Anthony Garcia, and Lee Gallagher
By Jeff BurgerJames Osterberg—who goes by the decidedly more hip-sounding name Iggy Pop—has twice… -
Music Reviews: John McCutcheon’s ‘Cabin Fever,’ Plus the Staples, LeRoux, the Wildmans, and Anthony Geraci
By Jeff BurgerFolkie John McCutcheon delivers songs during a pandemic. Plus, reissues from the Staples and new music…
Music Reviews: Willie Nile Tribute, Greg Copeland, Juni Ata, Colter Wall
Various Artists, Willie Nile Uncovered. Forty years after the release of his debut album, Willie Nile still isn’t widely known, and neither are some of the most impressive artists on this two-disc tribute album. That fact underscores how easily fine musicians can get lost...
Music Review: Paul McCartney - Flaming Pie - The Archive Collection
Chalk it up to another victory for Paul McCartney with this 13th entry in his long-running Archive Collection. This is one of his finest hours and it deserves this kind of extravagant package. Demos, outtakes, B-sides, video content, and extensive liner notes abound.
Music Reviews: Pretenders’ ‘Hate for Sale,’ Plus Sylvie Simmons, the Five Keys, and Nocona
The Pretenders return with an album that recalls their past glories. Plus, folk from Sylvie Simmons, doo-wop from the Five Keys, and psychedelia-tinged rock from Nocona.
DVD Review: James Cameron's Story of Science Fiction
While this 2018 AMC series is by no means comprehensive, it's an entertaining, casual exploration of key themes that run through many of the most popular and beloved sci-fi films of the last 40 or 50 years.
Music Reviews: Bryan Ferry Live, Plus John Fusco, Phil Ochs, Rick Berthod
A 46-year-old concert from Roxy Music's Bryan Ferry, plus previously unreleased tracks from the great Phil Ochs and blues rock from John Fusco and Rick Berthod.
Music Reviews: Brian Wilson and Van Dyke Parks’s ‘Orange Crate Art,’ Plus Jenny Reynolds, Jason Daniels Band, Easy Love
Brian Wilson and Van Dyke Parks's "Orange Crate Art" reappears in a 25th anniversary edition. Plus three more notable releases.
Music Reviews: The Explorers Club, Plus Julian Taylor, Al Hendrix, Mark Fredson
The Explorers pay tribute to late 60s/early 70s pop rock. Plus, Canada's Julian Taylor, rockabilly from Al Hendrix, and an addictive beach-party track from Mark Fredson.
Music Review: Bob Dylan's 'Rough and Rowdy Ways'
Think Bob Dylan's best work is behind him? His first new album of original material in eight years suggests otherwise.
Music Reviews: Jeb Loy Nichols’s Masterful ‘Season of Decline,’ Plus VickiKristinaBarcelona and Kristen Grainger
A gem from the little-known Jeb Loy Nichols, plus VickyKristinaBarcelona covers Tom Waits and Kristin Grainger offers an excellent folk/bluegrass blend.
Music Reviews: Iggy Pop’s ‘The Bowie Years,’ Plus John Craigie, Anthony Garcia, and Lee Gallagher
James Osterberg—who goes by the decidedly more hip-sounding name Iggy Pop—has twice made a distinctive mark on the music world. First, from 1969 through the early 1970s (when he was using the equally rock-ready moniker Iggy Stooge), he served as vocalist...
Music Reviews: John McCutcheon’s ‘Cabin Fever,’ Plus the Staples, LeRoux, the Wildmans, and Anthony Geraci
Folkie John McCutcheon delivers songs during a pandemic. Plus, reissues from the Staples and new music by Anthony Geraci, LeRoux, and the Wildmans
Music Reviews: Dion’s Blues with Friends, Plus the Harmed Brothers, Nate Lee, and Darlin’ Brando
If you’re surprised to see a blues album from Dion, you haven’t been paying attention. Yes, he is primarily known for his wonderful early-rock-era records with and without the Belmonts, but even in those days he delivered a smattering of blues...
Music Reviews: Teddy Thompson, Bessie Jones, Joe Ely, G.F. Patrick, Gravel & Grace…and an Elliott Murphy Film
Teddy Thompson comes back strong, plus a gem from Alan Lomax's archives, new folk and R&B acts, and a film starring Elliott Murphy.
Music Reviews: Steve Forbert, Doc Watson, Nine Seas, Scott Ellison, Hawk, Holy Hive
Steve Forbert serves up an album of covers. Plus, early music from Doc Watson and CDs from Nine Seas, Scott Ellison, Hawk, and Holy Hive.
Album Reviews: The Choir's Unexpected Second Act, Plus Laura Cortese, Crystal Shawanda, Siren Songs
A garage rock outfit resurfaces after half a century. Also: a contender for best-of-2020 lists and two more noteworthy new CDs.
Album Reviews: Lucinda Williams, Mark Olson & Ingunn Ringvold, and a World Music Anthology
When Lucinda Williams began her career four decades ago with a pair of albums on the Smithsonian Folkways label, it didn’t take long to conclude that she was a major talent. Still, few could have guessed back then just how...
Album Reviews: Special Consensus, John Stewart, the Nighthawks
Special Consensus, Chicago Barn Dance. Chicago probably isn’t the first city you’d associate with bluegrass, but a fairly strong connection exists, perhaps most notably via the WLS National Barn Dance, a Grand Ole Opry-style radio program that lasted more than four decades. In...
Album Reviews: Whitney Rose Triumphs, Plus Willie Nile, Pharis & Jason Romero, America
Whitney Rose displays a rock and roll sensibility on her latest album. Plus releases from Willie Nile, Pharis and Jason Romero, and America.
Album Reviews: The Animals’ Second Act, Plus New Gordon Lightfoot
A five-CD set covers the Animals’ psychedelic period. Plus, a solo outing from Gordon Lightfoot.
Album Reviews: Rod Stewart, Ben Bostick, & a Psychedelic Anthology
Classical Treatment for Rod Stewart’s ClassicsRod Stewart now has something in common with Roy Orbison, Buddy Holly, the Carpenters, Elvis Presley, and the Beach Boys: like those other artists, he has had the vocals from his early hits melded to new symphonic arrangements by...
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Gadget Review: Globe Electric smart home products
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Gadget Gift Guide: Anker's Soundcore Liberty 2 Pro Wireless Earbuds
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Gadget Gift Guide: Anker's PowerExpand+ 7-in-1 USB-CD PD Ethernet Hub
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Gadget Review: Globe Electric's Soft White Dimmable Frosted LED Smart Bulb
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Gadget Review: Anker Innovations' Roav Bolt with Google Assistant
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Not sure went wrong here. Oscar-nominated screenwriter making her directorial debut. Cult fave comic miniseries as source material. Three great stars - Melissa McCarthy, Tiffany Haddish, Elisabeth Moss - headlining.
A heist thriller with two marquee names but not enough thrills. Bruce Willis is really a supporting player here to Michael Chiklis. Should've been more interesting.
Double Emmy winner (for star/writer/director/creator Bill Hader and co-star Henry Winkler) this HBO Original Series is funny and quirky.
Ten episodes that look and sound great on HBO Home Entertainment's new three-disc Blu-ray set.
The 1953 beloved Disney animated classic is back in print - outfitted with some new bonus materials too.
The sequel to the 2015 hit family film has been met with universal acclaim. If you missed it in theaters, here comes your chance to get caught up at home.
Gal Gadot, Ben Affleck, and the DC Extended Universe gang arrive on a variety of physical home media formats on March 13. 'Justice League,' the fall 2017 blockbuster sequel to 'Batman v Superman: Dawn of Justice,' is also currently available as a Digital HD download.
The upcoming release boasts a complete performance of the entire 'Tommy' album, with a set of additional Who classics plus bonus features. Also available on CD and vinyl.
Pete Holmes created this funny HBO series about a struggling comedian. Holmes stars as a version of himself, and the new Blu-ray release includes one of his hour-long stand-up specials.
Lena Dunham's iconic HBO series winds up on a strong note with its sixth season, which is nominated for four Emmy Awards.
Legendary guitarist's 2016 concert featuring special guests including Steven Tyler and Buddy Guy will be available October 6, 2017 on multiple formats.
The Stones acclaimed 'From the Vault' series rolls on with this 2015 concert, available in a variety of formats.
On September 12, 2017, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment reissues Steven Spielberg's classic.
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