Music

Music Blu-ray Review: Norah Jones - Live at Ronnie Scott's

Understated and thoroughly tasteful, this intimate concert makes a strong case for Norah Jones as a consummate pop-jazz performer.
Chaz Lipp
Video

DVD Review: Flower — starring Zoey Deutch

Thanks to great performances by everyone in the cast, 'Flower' manages to overcome its weak second half.
Chaz Lipp
Music

DVD and Album Reviews: Bang! The Bert Berns Story, Plus Music by John Scott Sherrill, John Wesley Harding

A new film chronicles the life of underappreciated music producer Bert Berns. Plus, an album by veteran country songwriter John Scott Sherrill and a covers collection by John Wesley Harding.
Jeff Burger
Video

Blu-ray Review: Spinning Man

If you're skittish about direct-to-video titles, don't be when it comes to this thriller. Strong cast, thoughtful storytelling, and an unpredictable plot combine for a strong result.
Chaz Lipp
Video

Blu-ray Review: Eric Clapton: Life in 12 Bars

Extraordinary documentary charts the life and career of the rock guitar legend, leaving no stone unturned.
Chaz Lipp
Video

Blu-ray Review: The Strangers: Prey at Night

Lean and mean slasher thriller cuts right to the chase, almost literally, and doesn't let up for 86 pulse-pounding minutes.
Chaz Lipp
Video

Blu-ray Review: Love, Simon

Likable, breezy "coming out" teen rom-com coasts on the agreeableness of its teen performers. There's not a whole lot to it though, truth be told.
Chaz Lipp
Music

Album Reviews: John Prine - The Broadcast Archive, Rory Block - A Woman's Soul: A Tribute to Bessie Smith, Plus More New Releases

A bargain-priced new collection offers four hours of John Prine concert material. Blues singer Rory Block pays tribute to Bessie Smith. Plus a new album by the innocence mission and an album of songs associated with bluegrass pioneer John Duffey.
Jeff Burger
Video

DVD Review: DuckTales: Destination: Adventure!

The new 2017 'DuckTales' reboot, an update of the kids' classic from the '80s, continues to roll out on DVD with six episodes (and a couple vintage surprises too!).
Chaz Lipp
Bentley's Bandstand

Bentley's Bandstand: June 2018

Music industry veteran Bill Bentley reviews ten new releases, plus a Song of the Month! Artists covered include Dave Alvin and Jimmie Dale Gilmore, Nicki Bluhm, Julie Christensen, Lamont Dozier, Barry Goldberg, Shakey Graves, Beth McKee, Billy Price, Sons of Kemet, Leo "Bud" Welch, and John Wesley Harding.
Bill Bentley
Video

Blu-ray Review: Death Wish (2018)

Surprise, surprise - the 'Death Wish' remake is actually pretty enjoyable, and a welcome return to a high-profile starring role for Bruce Willis after years in direct-to-video purgatory.
Chaz Lipp
Video

Blu-ray Review: Disney's A Wrinkle in Time (2018)

Far from a kiddie classic for the ages, there's very little to recommend about Disney's expensive adaptation of the classic sci-fi novel.
Chaz Lipp
Video

4K UltraHD Review: Escape Plan (2013)

The original 'Escape Plan' debuts in UHD just in time for the upcoming sequel, 'Escape Plan 2: Hades.' What the original has that the sequel doesn't: Arnold Schwarzenegger co-starring alongside Stallone.
Chaz Lipp
Music

Album Reviews: Roy Orbison and The Beach Boys with The Royal Philharmonic, Plus Albums by Kinky Friedman and Liz Frame

Producers pair the vocals from Roy Orbison and Beach Boys classics with newly recorded backup from London's Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. Plus, albums by Kinky Friedman and Liz Frame.
Jeff Burger
Interviews

A Musical Fantasy Come True: An Interview with Gulce Turek

Music industry veteran Bill Bentley sat down to learn more about the life and work of Concord Music Group marketing team member—and all-around music lover—Gulce Turek.
Bill Bentley
Video

Blu-ray Review: The Lodgers

This mood piece set in 1920 Ireland may not have traditional scares, but it has chilling atmosphere to spare.
Chaz Lipp
Royals

Meghan Markle's Royal Wedding Bouquet Sets New Trends for the Floral Industry

When Megan Markle married Prince Harry on May 19, 2018 there were almost two billion viewers taking in every detail of her wedding at St. George’s Chapel, making the bouquet she carried the most watched flowers in the world....
Charlotte Germane
Music

DVD Review: Alone with Chrissie Hynde, Plus Albums by Tomislav Goluban and Davis Kathriner

A new DVD couples a Chrissie Hynde documentary with a vintage Pretenders concert. Plus albums by Toislav Goluban and Davis Kathriner.
Jeff Burger
Video

Blu-ray Review: Red Sparrow

Even Jennifer Lawrence's daring star turn can't quite elevate this leaden-paced spy thriller. Weak-stomach alert: this film contains lots of graphic torture and sexual degradation.
Chaz Lipp
Video

Blu-ray Review: Game Night

Funny, twisty comedy-thriller with a great cast. Jason Bateman, Rachel McAdams, and scene-stealer Jesse Plemons all shine.
Chaz Lipp
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. Now On Blu-ray: From Dusk Till Dawn: Season Three
Entertainment One has issued a loaded up this three-disc set with an assortment of extras sure to please the vampire show's fan base. All ten episodes are included. Now on Blu-ray: Girls: The Complete Fifth Season
Get caught up with HBO's acclaimed 'Girls' in time for the February 12 premiere of the series' sixth and final season.

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