CD Review: “Horse of the Other World” by See Through Dresses
Sonically See Through Dresses are as expansive as the Great Plains of their native Nebraska. Ironically, hailing from such a vast geographical space has not impinged this four piece from cocooning themselves in their own place and creating a dense and texturally rich new record, “Horse of the Other World.”
Book Review: “Dreaming The Beatles: The Love Story Of One Band And The Whole World” By Rob Sheffield
Dreaming the Beatles finds Rolling Stone writer Rob Sheffield delving into the cultural impact and musical terrain of the Fab Four. His timing is perfect as his book arrives just in time to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the release of Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band.
DOCTOR WHOOLIGAN: ARACHNIDS IN THE UK, THE WITCH FINDERS, POSSIBLE HIATUS, TENNANT NEWS, GOOD OMENS, MATT SMITH IS MAPPLETHORPE
What a great week for Doctor Who. The worldwide buzz about last week's story has not subsided, and a carryover of sorts is expected into this week as Arachnids In The UK arrives just time for Halloween. Everyone involved in the making of Rosa should give themselves a pat on the back.
David Bowie Is… Invades The Museum of Contemporary Art Chicago
Once in a while, a museum exhibition comes along that simply wows you with a sense of “I must see this!” glee and excitement! Like a Van Gogh retrospective or the Tut Exhibition from back in the day, the MCA’s David Bowie Is was such an experience.
Shakin’ With Fred Schneider
Fred Schneider is one of most iconic figures in American pop music. His work as a writer, artist, actor and vocalist for The B-52s has made him one of the most recognizable personas in contemporary music.
A Conversation With Roger Corman
Roger Corman is one of the few people who can truly be called an icon of cinema without any debate, argument or hesitation. In a town full of crazy, Corman is one of the smartest and shrewdest minds in the industry. His work as a director and producer is unparalleled while his films are loved by millions of fans all over the world.
A Conversation With Joe Dante
For over four decades Joe Dante has been one of America’s most prolific film directors. Emerging from Roger Corman‘s cadre of talented filmmakers in the late 1970s, he quickly established himself as a versatile director who could work within several genres while oftentimes employing a regular group of returning actors from project to project.