Artist: Deftones Album: Gore Genre: Rock, Metal Label: Reprise Records Many headlines were made in regards to the tensions within the Deftones camp and the creation of their eighth full-length, Gore. Most of the writing was done with guitarist Stephen Carpenter largely on the sidelines. They also switched things up in the producer’s seat, working […]
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MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Shelter’ Is Captivating And Depressing In Equal Measure
November 17th, 2015 
James Shotwell Film: Shelter Starring: Anthony Mackie, Jennifer Connelly Directed by: Paul Bettany Paul Bettany’s first feature behind the camera, Shelter, is without a doubt one of 2015’s most depressing new films. It’s a heartbreaking look at life on the streets and the relationships shared by those who have no place to call home, as well as […]
UTG’s 31 Days Of Halloween: ‘Friday The 13th Part VI: Jason Lives’
October 13th, 2015 Guest Of all the holidays celebrated worldwide, no single day is loved by the UTG staff more than Halloween. With October’s arrival, the time has finally come to begin rolling out a slew of features and special announcements we have prepared in celebration of our favorite day. Now in its fourth year, 31 Days Of Halloween […]
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘The Perfect Guy’ Lacks Suspense, Intrigue
September 14th, 2015 James Shotwell Film: The Perfect Guy Starring: Michael Ealy, Sanaa Lathan Directed by: David M. Rosenthal There is more uncertainty in grocery shopping than in The Perfect Guy. You know what you want when you go to the store, and you generally know where to look, but there is always a small chance whatever you want will […]
HOLY SH*T: Ronda Rousey To Star In ‘Road House’ Reboot
September 9th, 2015 James Shotwell UFC superstar Ronda Rousey has just landed the role of a lifetime, and it’s just one of many high profile acting gigs the champion fighter has secured in recent months. According to a new story from Variety, Rousey is going to be starring in MGM’s reboot of the 1980s cult classic Road House. She will […]
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Southpaw’ Can’t Land A Punch
August 3rd, 2015 James Shotwell Film: Southpaw Starring: Jake Gyllenhall Directed by: Antoine Fuqua Despite two incredible fights that serve as bookends to the story, Southpaw is a messy boxing film that never quite finds its groove. There are very few story elements at play in Southpaw that you haven’t seen at least a few times before, typically in other […]
REVIEW: Turnover – ‘Peripheral Vision’
April 28th, 2015 Drew Caruso Artist: Turnover Album: Peripheral Vision Label: Run For Cover Records Genre: Indie Rock Turnover return with sophomore LP Peripheral Vision, creating a new sound for the band that is one of ambience, purity, and serenity. Produced by band favorite Will Yip, Peripheral Vision is a stark departure from the band’s more straightforward rock sound. Tracks […]
Independent Film Festival Boston 2015 – Day 5: ‘In Transit’ And ‘The Primary Instinct’
April 27th, 2015 Sam Cohen Day five at the 13th Annual Independent Film Festival Boston was filled with storytelling, in the classical sense. Albert Maysles’ final directorial effort (he passed away last month), In Transit, and David Chen’s The Primary Instinct went on to further the fest’s overlying theme of “Gather ‘Round,” with both films telling important stories to a […]
UTG INTERVIEW: Mark Maze Discusses ‘Uncomfortable Truths’
March 9th, 2015 Brian Leak London’s Mark Maze lays it all on the line with his newest release, Uncomfortable Truths. Between the honesty in his lyrics, the emotion in his delivery, and the power in its production, the nine-track effort is both refreshing and relatable, qualities that Maze personally strive for in his output. We recently had the chance to […]
I Guess You Could Say I Enjoyed Some Music in 2014
December 19th, 2014 Brian Leak This year, I’m throwing convention to the wind. I tend to spend too much time deliberating, trying to narrow things down to a set amount of this or that. For 2014, much like any other year, I’m sharing a [very] large collection of what I enjoyed most in the world of music, except these lists […]
LIVE REVIEW: Circa Survive at Union Transfer in Philadelphia, PA (12/13/14)
December 18th, 2014 Brian Leak There’s always something special about welcoming a band home after a long tour. One would think that this band (and the rest on the bill) would be worn out, deflated, and simply spent after a month and a half of straight touring. Circa Survive are not that band. Well, not that tired and exhausted band. […]
Iggy Azalea Announces ‘The Great Escape’ Tour 2015
December 15th, 2014 James Shotwell Hot on the heels of a very successful 2014, Iggy Azalea has unveiled plans to embark on a North American headlining tour in Spring 2014. Dubbed ‘The Great Escape’ tour, the first major touring effort from Iggy Azalea in 2015 will find the pop star hitting the road with support from Tinashe and Nick Jonas. […]