Film

Blu-ray Review: The Last Days on Mars

Highly derivative but effectively-paced, this sci-fi horror flick is atmospheric and boasts convincing visual effects.
Chaz Lipp
Causes

Stand Up and Shout Cancer Fund - Fundraiser and Tribute Album Honor Memory of Ronnie James Dio

The March 17 gala fundraiser will feature performances by many metal greats, plus preview the brand new Dio tribute album, This Is Your Life.
Chaz Lipp
Music

New Music for Old People: Getcho Retro - New Echoes of the '60s and '70s

This week Al introduces us to some contemporary artists who pay stylistic homage to the '60s and '70s. It's like old music by new people.
Al Kooper
Television

Crime & Punishment: Interview with Motive's Kristin Lehman

Kristin Lehman is back catching more bad guys as Detective Angie Flynn in the hit Canadian TV police crime drama Motive.
Steve Eramo
Music

Album Review: Neil Finn's Dizzy Heights

Music writer Jeff Burger's take on Neil Finn's third solo album.
Jeff Burger
Film

Blu-ray Review: The Front - Twilight Time Limited Edition

Woody Allen got a chance to flex his acting muscles in a movie he didn't write or direct in 1976 with this seriocomic look at the Hollywood blacklist directed by Martin Ritt.
Chaz Lipp
Film

Blu-ray Review: Tess - The Criterion Collection

Directed by Roman Polanski, this 1979 film was nominated for six Academy Awards, including Best Picture and Best Director. Adapted from the 1891 novel Tess of the d'Urbervilles.
Chaz Lipp
Music

Bentley's Bandstand: March 2014

Want to know what's new and noteworthy in the world of music this month? Read Bill Bentley's monthly round-up of the releases that you'll want to check out.
Bill Bentley
Film

Blu-ray Review: Crimes and Misdemeanors - Twilight Time Limited Edition

Given that the 1980s were such an artistically fertile period for Woody Allen, how is it that this misfire has wound up so acclaimed?
Chaz Lipp
Music

New Music for Old People: Leslie West, Big Head Todd, Noah Gundersen, Charles Bradley and More

We're wrapping up February with a playlist that includes, among other fine tracks, four interesting covers and some old school soul. Grab the headphones.
Al Kooper
Film

Blu-ray Review: Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2

The wondrous and imaginative visuals and pervasive feel-good factor compensate for a predictable plot to make this a charming, family-friendly adventure.
Michael Simpson
Theater

Review: Cavalia's Odysseo Stuns Capacity Opening-Night Crowd in Redmond, WA

A thrilling display of equestrian and acrobatic arts, augmented by captivating music and high-tech presentation, the show is in the Seattle area for four weeks before moving on.
Chaz Lipp
Music

New Music for Old People: David Crosby, Broken Bells, Bastille, Trigger Hippy and More

We're back with another excellent selection of music this week from an outstanding collection of artists young and old.
Al Kooper
Film

Blu-ray Review: Gravity

The tension in the story and nuances in the performances survive the transition from the big screen to the home theater system. A rock solid A/V presentation helps to make this release essential.
Chaz Lipp
Apps & Gadgets

Gadget Review: Verbatim's MediaShare Wireless Media Server

With Verbatim's MediaShare Wireless for mobile devices you can take your media with you wherever you go and share it with your traveling companions.
Michael Simpson
Video

Beatles Stories You Really Must Hear

A lovely movie with a simple but delicious premise: just about anyone who's had an encounter with a Beatle has a fond and fascinating memory of at least one of the four amazing lads from Liverpool.
Skip Press
Music

Blu-ray/DVD/CD Review: Bob Dylan's 30th Anniversary Concert Celebration

An historic 1992 concert finally makes its way into the hands of viewers and listeners in several formats. Jeff's review will likely make you want to order one right this minute.
Jeff Burger
Film

Blu-ray Review: Titus (1999) - Twilight Time Limited Edition

Sordid, seedy, and sickening, this visually arresting but utterly outré Shakespeare adaptation was Broadway director Julie Taymor's debut film.
Chaz Lipp
Video

DVD Review: Scooby-Doo! Adventures: The Mystery Map

They're the classic Scooby-Doo characters you know and love, only puppets instead of cartoons. This one is aimed at the youngest Scooby fans.
Chaz Lipp
Film

Blu-ray Review: Escape Plan

Sylvester Stallone and Arnold Schwarzenegger team up for this prison break film that boasts an impressive supporting cast, including Jim Caviezel, Amy Ryan, Sam Neill, and Vincent D'Onofrio.
Chaz Lipp
Giveaway: Twice Born - DVD - Enter by 3/14/14
Two lucky winners will receive this new Penelope Cruz drama, courtesy of eOne Home Video. Enter by March 14. The Hobbit: The Desolation of Smaug Arrives on Blu-ray 3D, Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital HD 4/8/14
A variety of formats allows fans to choose The Hobbit edition that suits them best, with a Blu-ray 3D Limited Collector's Edition for the most dedicated. Giveaway: Diana - DVD - Enter by 02/25/14
Courtesy of eOne, three will win Diana on DVD, the new biopic starring Naomi Watts as Princess Diana. Enter by February 25. Peanuts Deluxe Edition: Touchdown Charlie Brown on DVD in Time for Super Bowl
A football-themed special from 1977 and a trio of episodes from the mid-'80s Charlie Brown and Snoopy Show on a budget-priced DVD. Giveaway: The Fifth Estate - Blu-ray/DVD Combo Pack - Enter by 01/30/2014
Enter for a chance to win this fast-paced thriller, based on the true events surrounding WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange - memorably portrayed by Benedict Cumberbatch. The Beatles Capitol Records Collection - The U.S. Albums - Available 01/21/2014
This massive set includes 13 albums that reflect what American fans were sold long before the U.K. versions became standard. New Scooby-Doo! DVD Collection - 13 Spooky Tales: For the Love of Snack
Two discs of Scooby, Shaggy, and the gang - some of which are seeing their first-ever DVD release. Giveaway: Being Human: Complete Third Season DVD - Enter by 01/17/2014
We've partnered with Entertainment One to offer the chance to win this four-DVD set of the Syfy Channel hit series! Three will win - enter by January 17. Geek Out with Retro TV Favorites from Warner Archive: Superboy and Space Stars
Seasons three and four of The Adventures of Superboy, from the early '90s, and the complete 11-episode run of Space Stars are now available. Disney Debuts The Jungle Book - Diamond Edition Blu-ray in February 2014
The 1967 classic and its 2003 sequel, The Jungle Book 2, join the growing Disney animation Blu-ray library in early-2014. Juice up Samsung's Galaxy Tab I and II With This 4-in-1 Adapter
With this adapter plugged in you can charge your tablet and directly access a range of mobile storage media. New 'Snoopy Doghouse' Packaging for A Charlie Brown Christmas Soundtrack
One of the all-time classic Christmas albums gets a makeover with this special packaging. 'The Wolverine: Unleashed' Interactive Website and Digital HD Release
This new site provides plenty of sneak peeks into the making of the worldwide hit, currently available via Fox Digital HD.

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