Film: Drunk, Stoned, Brilliant, Dead: The Story Of National Lampoon Starring: Henry Beard, Chevy Chase Directed by: Douglas Tirola In a world of remakes, reboots, and prequels the idea of tracing the roots of something funny all the way back to their point of origin can be risky business. People like what they like, but […]
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MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Drunk, Stoned, Brilliant, Dead’ Is Funny & Important
September 25th, 2015 
James Shotwell 
Terror Announce Fall Tour With Code Orange, Take Offense, Malfunction
September 9th, 2015 Kyle Florence Later this fall, hardcore veterans Terror will hit the road in support of their latest album, The 25th Hour, which dropped back in August through Century Media. The Los Angeles quartet will be joined by Code Orange, Take Offense, and Malfunction, in addition to a slew of other like-minded acts throughout the month-long outing. “Terror […]
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘I Am Chris Farley’ Adds Nothing New, Still Manages To Be Funny
July 27th, 2015 Sam Cohen Film: I Am Chris Farley Directed by: Brent Hodge, Derik Murray Chris Farley, that bubbly, rambunctious, endearing, laugh-a-minute inducing lovable Saturday Night Live comedian, is the subject of the new talking heads doc, I Am Chris Farley. Despite sporting a title that could be misread for Farley talking directly to the viewer, directors Brent Hodge […]
Beyond Creation Release Live Performance Video For “Fundamental Process”
July 8th, 2015 Brian Leak Hands down, Beyond Creation‘s Earthborn Evolution was one of the best metal albums of 2014, and maybe of the last decade honestly. It contains some of the most innovative songwriting I’ve heard from the genre in some time, and you can’t be mad at the sweet groove from that fretless bass. Today, the band has […]
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Jurassic World’ Is Pure Summer Fun
June 10th, 2015 James Shotwell Film: Jurassic World Starring: Bryce Dallas Howard, Chris Pratt Directed by: Colin Trevorrow Jurassic World is a loud, fun, and exhilarating thrill ride that offers plenty of eye candy for moviegoers young and old. It’s a bit dumb, but that’s okay. Separated from their parents for the holidays, two brothers (the talented Ty Simpkins and […]
Jenny Lewis Pokes Fun At Her Child Actress Past in Video For “She’s Not Me”
June 4th, 2015 Brian Leak Jenny Lewis is the best, and her 2014 LP The Voyager was much the same. Following the hilarious, star-studded video for “Just One Of The Guys” last Summer, Lewis has once again recruited some of her friends for another great visual accompaniment as she makes references to her pre-musician works as an actress in shows […]
Time Is Running Out To Fund The Patrice O’Neal Doc, ‘Better Than You’
May 1st, 2015 James Shotwell The comedy world lost one of its brightest stars with the passing of Patrice O’Neal, but if you act fast you can play an active role in ensuring that his legacy lives on. Right now, an Indiegogo campaign is ticking away its final hours while trying to fund Better Than You, a feature-length documentary about […]
Arms And Sleepers Launch Kickstarter To Fund “Lots Of New Music”
April 14th, 2015 Brian Leak Writing about and supporting Boston’s Arms And Sleepers are things I will never tire of. For close to a decade now, Max and Mirza’s music has played a huge role in my life, and any prospect of new A&S material will always raise my spirits. Following last year’s phenomenal Swim Team, Arms and Sleepers have […]
Versa Plan To Crowdfund Debut Full-Length Album
March 12th, 2015 Jessica Klinner According to Alternative Press, Versa will be crowdfunding their first full-length album. Frontwoman Sierra Kusterbeck recently revealed the news via Tumblr. It has been a little over a year since Versa released Neon, a three-song EP and first release since their name change. Since then, things have been fairly quiet in the Versa camp. Now, fans can rest […]
SUPPORT CREATIVITY: Architects (US) Frontman Opens Up About Album Fundraiser
March 9th, 2015 Matthew Leimkuehler The Architects (US) are in the middle of one of the most artistically provocative and financially demanding projects ever pursued by an independent band. The band’s Border Wars album — a series of five, 6-song EPs and accompanying comic books culminating into a five-part story — is a musical triumph. Or, at least it is […]
MOVIE REVIEW: ‘Unfinished Business’ Is An Unfunny Slog
March 6th, 2015 Sam Cohen Film: Unfinished Business Directed by: Ken Scott Starring: Vince Vaughn, Tom Wilkinson, Dave Franco Vince Vaughn has been on a comedic decline as of late. The Watch, The Internship, and Delivery Man all opened to lukewarm or negative response. Unfinished Business is another attempt by Vaughn to revitalize his career and return to the R-rated […]
Nate Ruess of fun. Releases Music Video For “Nothing Without Love”
February 23rd, 2015 Emma Guido Alternative group fun.‘s front man Nate Ruess has launched his solo career in the wake of 2015, giving his fans a preview of what’s to come with a music video for his single “Nothing Without Love.” This single release is accompanied by an atmospheric music video, filled with ocean landscapes and large romantic fields to […]