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Month: February 2016

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Grammys: Emotional award show; fans disappointed

In a year where the music industry lost some of its heavyweights, this year’s Grammy Award show paid tribute to some of those who paved the way along with honoring the young artists currently at work. This was a change…

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‘Zoolander 2’ back in action; new movie, same humor

Almost 15 years after the premier of the original, the sequel to “Zoolander” hit theaters on Friday, Feb. 12. If you’re a fan of the original, chances are you’ll be entertained by “Zoolander 2,” but not very impressed. The movie…

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Weekly EP: LAFAWNDAH stuns in 4 songs

Resonating with listeners can be the most difficult thing for an artist to do when trying to break into the music industry. Through catchy hooks and studio-churned pop, some newcomers would sell their soul to break big. This is not…

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‘Grease Live!’ electrifies, stuns audiences

While nothing can hold a candle to how awesome watching lovebirds Danny and Sandy ride off into the sky on a convertible was, “Grease Live!” came pretty darn close. The special aired on Jan. 31 on the FOX network and…

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Rihanna’s new album brings on Barbadian influences

The most-anticipated album, “Anti-Everything,” from the Barbadian sensation Rihanna has finally dropped after six months of waiting. However, it is not what the public expected. Even though it’s nothing like her previous, more fierce albums, it has sold 124,000 copies…

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‘Kung Fu Panda 3’ brings family entertainment to new heights

DreamWorks’ third installment to the “Kung Fu Panda” franchise did not fail to entertain the audience. This action -animated film is filled with adventure and hilarious bits that overall help create the meaning of self discovery. The story begins with…

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‘Me, You and the Apocalypse’ leaves audience waiting for excitement

This is the end, isn’t it? Or is it just the beginning? Last Thursday, “You, Me and the Apocalypse” premiered on NBC to 1.28 million viewers. The premiere, as strong as it was, is much like the show itself, waiting…

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Literary classic turned horror ‘Pride + Prejudice + Zombies’ slays

As far as beloved literary pieces go, one of the most widely recognized is Jane Austen’s “Pride and Prejudice.” Following the lives of well-to-do sisters led by lead character Elizabeth Bennet, the book has only continued to permeate pop culture….

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Josh Brolin marvels in Coen brothers original film ‘Hail Caesar!’

The Coen brothers have returned with a new offering, the wispy comedy “Hail, Caesar!,” which doubles down on the duo’s typical brand of silliness. In fact, the movie moves through it’s plot without ever culminating to a boiling point. The…

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Elton John’s latest album has audiences dancing all over

At the age of 68, Elton John is still rocking! He began his musical career in 1969 with the European release of the album “Empty Sky.” Since then, John has released over 30 albums, including ‘Wonderful Crazy Night’ which was…