Bentley's Bandstand

Bentley's Bandstand: February 2019

Music industry veteran Bill Bentley has reviewed a whole slew of new releases, including a graphic biography about the Apollo Theatre, an anthology of tunes released by New Orleans' Ric and Ron record labels, albums by Melody Guy, Marley's Ghost, Don Stevenson, and more!
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Blu-ray Review: Night School (2018)

Funny Kevin Hart vehicle, thanks to a great ensemble cast. Tiffany Haddish downplays to nice effect as a teacher trying to instruct a group of ne'er do wells.
Chaz Lipp
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Blu-ray Review: Speed Kills

A direct-to-video dud starring John Travolta. Based loosely on the life of speedboat designer Donald Aronow.
Chaz Lipp
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Blu-ray Review: When Harry Met Sally (30th Anniversary Edition)

Classic romantic comedy feels as fresh today as it did 30 years ago (fresher, in fact, thanks to a brand new transfer).
Chaz Lipp
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Album Reviews: Bruce Springsteen - Springsteen on Broadway, Plus Music from Tom Petty, Big Star, and the Animals

Bruce Springsteen's acclaimed Broadway show remains compelling on CD. Plus, noteworthy reissues from Tom Petty, Big Star, and the Animals.
Jeff Burger
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Album/Blu-ray/DVD Review: Eagles - Legacy

This box, which includes a dozen CDs, a DVD, and a Blu-ray, offers a one-stop shop for Eagles fans.
Jeff Burger
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Blu-ray Review: Peppermint (2018)

'Death Wish,' only starring a woman. That's it in a nutshell. A committed performance by Jennifer Garner doesn't make up for its shortcomings.
Chaz Lipp
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Album Reviews: John Lees' Barclay James Harvest - The 50th Anniversary Concert, Plus Music by Amy McCarley, Dennis Quaid, Pierce Pettis, & John Kilzer

Progressive-rock group Barclay James Harvest celebrates half a century of music making. Plus, music from Amy McCarley, Dennis Quaid, Pierce Pettis, and John Kilzer.
Jeff Burger
Bentley's Bandstand

Bentley's Bandstand: January 2019

Music industry veteran Bill Bentley kicks of the new year with a full slate of terrific new releases by JD Allen, James Booker, Austin Brookner, Charlie Faye, John Hiatt, John Kilzer, Bryan Lee, and more!
Bill Bentley
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Blu-ray Review: 2018 World Series Collector's Edition: Boston Red Sox

MLB presents all five games of the 2018 World Series in their entirety, plus the ALDS and ALCS clinchers. Watch with standard TV play-by-play or the radio play-by-play from either Boston or Los Angeles broadcasts.
Chaz Lipp
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Album Reviews: Alex Chilton - Songs from Robin Hood Lane & From Memphis to New Orleans, Plus Music by Charlie Faye, Cold War Kids, A Different Thread, Donna the Buffalo & Ruth Wyand

Two forthcoming albums feature previously unreleased and rare solo material from Big Star's Alex Chilton. Plus, music from Charlie Faye, Cold War Kids, A Different Thread, Ruth Wyand, and Donna the Buffalo.
Jeff Burger
Bentley's Bandstand

Favorite Albums of 2018 (Second Half) Haiku Reviews

As is his tradition when recapping the very best in music for the closing year, Bill Bentley is back with another batch of specially-crafted haiku reviews.
Bill Bentley
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Holiday Gift Alert! Blu-ray Review: Major League Baseball Presents - The 2018 World Series

Highlights from the 2018 Fall Classic, in which Boston handily dominated (as they had done all season long), presented in one quick package.
Chaz Lipp
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Blu-ray Review: Operation Finale

The capture of Adolf Eichmann, years following the end of WWII, is dramatized in excellent, gripping form by director Chris Weitz.
Chaz Lipp
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Blu-ray Review: Smallfoot

A young Yeti seeks to prove the existence of the fabled "smallfoot" (aka human being) in this slight, but intermittently clever, animated feature.
Chaz Lipp
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Album Reviews: Bobbie Gentry - The Girl from Chickasaw County, plus Music from Marianne Faithfull, Ynana Rose, Bob Dylan, & Paisley Underground Bands

A career-spanning box proves there's much more to Bobbie Gentry than the classic "Ode to Billie Joe."; Plus, a Marianne Faithfull anthology, Bob Dylan rehearsal tapes, new music from paisley-underground bands, and a Ynana Rose CD.
Jeff Burger
Bentley's Bandstand

Bentley's Bandstand: December 2018

Music industry veteran Bill Bentley spotlights a slew of top-notch new releases—including the 50th anniversary edition of the Beatles' 'White Album,' plus new music by Charles Bradley, Van Morrison, Graham Parker, and much more!
Bill Bentley
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Blu-ray Review: The Nun (2018)

The latest entry in the on-going 'Conjuring Universe' isn't as scary as its effective theatrical trailer suggested. While still a big hit, there's not much inspiration on display here.
Chaz Lipp
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Holiday Gift Alert! Music Blu-ray Review: The Rolling Stones - Voodoo Lounge Uncut

Classic 1994 show is presented in its entirety for the first time on home video, accompanied by two audio CDs. Several guest stars add to the "special event" feel and then-new bassist Darryl Jones gels immediately.
Chaz Lipp
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Album Review: David Bowie - Loving the Alien (1983-1988)

The fourth in a series of mammoth box sets covers David Bowie's output from 1983 to 1988. It's a mixed bag, but there are gems interspersed throughout.
Jeff Burger
Holiday Gift Alert! Now on DVD: Barry: The Complete First Season
Double Emmy winner (for star/writer/director/creator Bill Hader and co-star Henry Winkler) this HBO Original Series is funny and quirky. Available Now on Blu-ray: Strike Back: The Complete Fifth Season
Ten episodes that look and sound great on HBO Home Entertainment's new three-disc Blu-ray set. Now on Blu-ray: Peter Pan - The Signature Collection Anniversary Edition
The 1953 beloved Disney animated classic is back in print - outfitted with some new bonus materials too. 100 Percent 'Fresh' on Rotten Tomatoes: Paddington 2 - On Blu-ray April 24, Own Early on Digital March 27
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. Justice League Arrives On Blu-ray March 13
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 Who to Release Tommy: Live at the Royal Albert Hall - October 13, 2017
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. Now on Blu-ray: Crashing: The Complete First Season
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. Now on Blu-ray: Girls: The Complete Sixth Season - aka The Final Season
Lena Dunham's iconic HBO series winds up on a strong note with its sixth season, which is nominated for four Emmy Awards. Coming Soon: Jeff Beck - Live at the Hollywood Bowl
Legendary guitarist's 2016 concert featuring special guests including Steven Tyler and Buddy Guy will be available October 6, 2017 on multiple formats. Coming Soon: The Rolling Stones - From the Vault: Sticky Fingers Live at the Fonda Theatre 2015
The Stones acclaimed 'From the Vault' series rolls on with this 2015 concert, available in a variety of formats. Coming Soon: E.T. The Extra-Terrestrial - 35th Anniversary Gift Set
On September 12, 2017, Universal Pictures Home Entertainment reissues Steven Spielberg's classic. New to Blu-ray: Veep: The Complete Fifth Season
Nominated for 16 Emmy's for its fifth season (and winner of three, including Outstanding Comedy Series), HBO's 'Veep' shows no signs of slowing. New to Blu-ray: Silicon Valley: The Complete Third Season
Though it lost the big Emmy to HBO's other highly-acclaimed comedy series, this Mike Judge-co-created series is still a big winner.

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