Funny business as usual for ‘Muppets’
Rebranded versions of ‘70s and ‘80s film and television properties have become a bit of a trend over the last few years. Most of these remakes suffer from poor writing and direction, usually as a result of executive meddling that…
Nickelback trying to gain approval with newest album
Nickelback has returned with their party-rock sound with their seventh studio album, “Here and Now.” The band (consisting of lead singer Chad Kroeger, guitarist Ryan Peake, drummer Daniel Adair and bassist Mike Kroeger) has received a negative reception from critics…
Heroes get remembered but ‘Legends’ never die
This year marks the 25th anniversary of one of the most famous and innovative game franchises around: “The Legend of Zelda.” Nintendo has concluded their year long celebration with the release of “The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword” for Wii,…
Tablets rule holiday gifts
Thanksgiving is over; people have already eaten their fill of turkey and pepper-sprayed each other to get to the good Black Friday deals, and now we are nearing the frantic sprint to the official holiday season. This year, some of…
‘El Camino’ rides band’s past success
It has been quite a year for The Black Keys. Still riding the Grammy-winning success of last year’s critically and commercially successful album “Brothers,” the duo has finally emerged as one of the most prominent bands in modern rock after…
Hyperion Quartet brings unique energy
The Hyperion String Quartet earned an audience of eager ears, filling Sheldon Hall’s Ballroom Wednesday night. The first piece that was presented was, Piano Quintet in G Minor, Op. 57, by Dmitri Shostakovich (1906-1975). Shostakovich begins with heightened energy, trading…
