‘The Jungle Book’ revives classic for new generation
Fans of the Disney animated classic “The Jungle Book” rejoiced after the release of the live-action adaptation on April 15. Based off of the Rudyard Kipling stories, the movie follows Mowgli, played by newcomer Neel Sethi, an orphaned boy who…
‘Babershop: The Next Cut’ provides new tone for fans
It has been twelve years since the last “Barbershop” film “Barbershop 2: Back in Business.” The returning cast members for “Barbershop: The Next Cut” are all older than they were last time. This third entry in the franchise follows its…
Summer music preview: Future works of artist from various genres
A$AP Ferg – “Always Strive and Prosper” April 22, 2016 As the sun starts to shine, the April 22 release of A$AP Ferg’s “Always Strive and Prosper” is destined for summer playlists. Entirely unafraid of collaboration, as seen in feature…
Summer movie preview: What audiences should expect this summer
“Alice Through the Looking Glass” May 27, 2016 Prepare for a little madness this spring. Return to Wonderland with the kind-hearted and crazy Alice as she goes on a quest to save old friends and new. To save the Mad…
Weekly EP: Aalegra channels Amy Winehouse
While sorely missed, the vintage styling of Amy Winehouse’s music has not died. Alive and well in retro soul artists like Seinabo Sey and Paloma Faith, Winehouse’s legacy of deeply moving, emotive melodies have continued on in various forms. Some…
‘Rush Hour’ not meant for television screens
Now who didn’t enjoy “Rush Hour?” The movies were comedic classics. Sure, the third was a bit much and included a lot of rehashing the same jokes, but the series was still a strong story that has continued to amuse…
Worst of Netflix: What not to binge watch on your day off
Netflix seems to be a force to be reckoned with, creating hit after hit program and drawing endless praise from its fan base. However, after this year with countless flops from “Fuller House” to “Orange is the New Black” season…
‘The Boss’: Too much vulgarity, not enough laughs
Melissa McCarthy (“Mike and Molly”) plays the character Michelle Darnell, a CEO of a successful company. She has a filthy mouth and a truly epic collection of unique turtlenecks. She is also a narcissistic millionaire businesswoman who loses everything after…
The Lumineers long-awaited ‘Cleopatra’ leaves audiences wanting more
The fan base of the Americana-indie folk band The Lumineers waited for a second album like soccer fans waiting for the world cup, four years. After four years of the successful self-titled first album, “The Lumineers,” it is no surprise…
Former guitarist for Ozzy Osbourne releases second solo album
This week Zakk Wylde released “Book of Shadows II,” his first solo release since the original “Book of Shadows” album in 1996. The record was called one of the “Most Anticipated Metal Releases of 2016” by Rolling Stone magazine. While…
