Blind violinist injured in Haiti quake fighting the odds, once againSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 7:19PMMIAMI -- As darkness fell on what was left of his music school in Haiti, Romel Joseph found a distraction for his pain and fear. He imagined himself performing Tchaikovsky's Violin Concerto. His right hand gracefully slid the bow and his left hand caressed the violin's neck as his fingers glided...
Bent on changing the worldSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 6:07PMMANY have crossed this threshold before. Many do every year. For some, turning 30 is a mere bump in a journey that will span another 30 years or more.
Senator sings about Nelson band's run-in with lawmenSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 4:50PMRALEIGH — North Carolina’s singing senator has recorded a song that’s critical of the marijuana and alcohol charges filed against members of singer-songwriter Willie Nelson’s band in January.
Bonita Blues Fest reason to rejoiceSaturday, March 6, 2010 @ 8:39AMThe Bonita Blues Fest started as a one-day event with 500 people. This year, it's expanded to two days with an expected crowd of 4,000.
Avett Brothers found their own pathThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:12PMBefore their discovery by super-producer Rick Rubin, the boys from North Carolina went back to their roots.
The five greatest Final Fantasy soundtracksThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:08PMDuring the past three days we’ve declared the greatest Final Fantasy game of all , hand-picked the franchise’s best heroes and jeered at its mightiest villains . Today, we’re digging a bit deeper into the series and acknowledging the nearly unsung greatness of their rich, moving soundtracks.
Latest File Sharing Court Ruling: $27K For 37 SongsThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 4:06PMThe latest file-sharing case has resulted in a federal appeals court charging San Antonio's Whitney Harper over $27,000 for 37 songs downloaded online.
State senator records song about charges against Willie Nelson's bandThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 3:58PMRALEIGH - North Carolina’s singing senator has recorded a song that is critical of the marijuana and alcohol charges filed against members of singer-songwriter Willie Nelson’s band in January. "It just looks like a special effort was made to go...
‘My God Is Good’ hitmaker to hold showThursday, March 4, 2010 @ 2:36PMTHE man and voice behind the popular song "My God is Good", that has made a huge statement across Southern Africa including Zimbabwe, says he can’t wait to come to Zimbabwe for his first ever show in the country.
Moving on: a special request for a topicWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:20PMI was asked to write this article about my methodology for moving on and getting over someone ... I realized that I have no method.
Stereo Reform talks about its 'Evolution'Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 11:14PMFunk-Rock trio Stereo Reform formed right here in Charleston back in 2006. Neil Turner played with a few musicians he met through Craigslist who introduced him to drummer Cre Moore and guitarist Will Evans, and the three have been producing their signature sound of rock and roll dance tunes. After a year of playing in the Charleston area, the band moved out to Los Angeles to record their album ...
Hyatt Plaza marks seventh year in DohaWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:32PMDoha: Hyatt Plaza, one of the leading shopping centres in Doha will celebrate its seventh anniversary tomorrow at the mall’s fashion concourse from 7:30pm.
Alice in Wonderland ReviewWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 9:23PMDirector Tim Burton has often favored production design and embraced his inner illustrator over the necessities of story and character. Sadly, the disappointing and uninspired Alice in Wonderland is no exception.
Josh Thomas Opens Up About Twitter, His Love Life, And His Mysterious AccentWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:49PMOn Sunday night whilst sitting on the couch and channel surfing, I found myself watching Talkin’ ‘Bout Your Generation. Several thoughts began racing through my mind. The first? Shaun Miccalef is Australia’s Conan O’Brien. Secondly? I don’t like it when Channel Ten calls the show “Your Gen”. Thirdly, who is Josh Thomas? Where on earth is that accent from? How did he get here? What the damn hell ...
By Sam León, contributing reporterWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:37PMA packed House of Blues buzzed with electricity last Sunday night Feb. 21, where the Take Action Tour was taking place.
Letters to the editor: March 4, 2010Wednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:10PMHere are letters to the editor for March 4, 2010:Letter of the Day: Worked for usEditor, Daily News:I think it’s time for Collier County officials to revisit twice-weekly trash pickup.There is an opportunity for substantial savings as well as reducing pollution by going to once a week.Our recycle container has four times the volume of the trash container.I served on a council for four years in a ...
Among the gated homes, anger and fear over Chelsea King's killingWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 8:06PMJohn Albert Gardner III, 30, a registered sex offender, is charged with murder. The teen's death leaves a community shaken. The joggers returned Wednesday morning to the winding trails around Lake Hodges, along with the bird-watchers and the hikers swinging their long walking sticks. They came for the same reason as always, to enjoy a rural retreat amid the bustle of suburbia.
Pakistan Anti-Taliban War Eases, Opens Window for ReformWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 1:39AMLittle U.S. aid had been spent because of fears of corruption and violence. A brief musical interlude may now give Islamabad a chance to reform its wild frontier
'American Idol' Top 10 men: Lee Dewyze, Michael Lynche shineWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:30AMThe two best performances of the night book-ended the "American Idol" Season 9 Top 10 men -- Michael Lynche and Lee Dewyze.The Top 10 men were 100% better than last week. Of course, that's like saying something is 100% better than being punched in the face. Still, good for the guys -- they didn't get down-in-the-mouth after last week's harsh criticism. Instead, they came back with a vengeance ...
In praise of … BBC radio balladsWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:25AMAt a time when the BBC is talking of cutbacks, it is a reminder of its strengths as a broadcaster and the power of radio itself On the Buxton platform at Chapel-en-le-Frith station a small plaque records the death of driver John Axon, killed by his own runaway train in February 1957. Axon won the George Cross for his bravery – he refused to jump off the engine and fought through scalding steam ...
YouTube's Content ID (C)ensorship Problem IllustratedWednesday, March 3, 2010 @ 12:20AMAs we've pointed out repeatedly , poor design decisions in YouTube's " Content ID " system have resulted in over-blocking of videos that remix copyrighted materials.
Alice in Wonderland (1903)Tuesday, March 2, 2010 @ 11:16PMWrit. and dir. Cecil M. Hepworth; feat. May Clark, Norman Whitten, Cecil M. Hepworth, Margaret Hepworth Dir. Norman Z. McLeod; writ. Joseph L. Mankiewicz, William Cameron Menzies; feat.
Another Country: Why everything you thought you knew about cowboy music is wrongSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 6:28PMIt is the butt of musical jokes. Here's a selection to get you in the mood: What happens if you play a country song backwards? You get your wife and job back. How many country singers does it take to change a light bulb? One to change it and two to sing about the old one. What's got eight teeth and 158 legs? The front row at a Garth Brooks concert.
Winners and losers: Canadians steal the showSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 5:02PMThese Games weren't perfect by any stretch, but the host nation provided plenty of memorable moments.
Blissed will try and attract fans from its own backyard at upcoming concertSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 4:06PMWELLAND — Blissed is making a name for themselves in the U.S. But here in Welland — in the rock band's hometown — the four band members feel they have yet to attract the fans their high-powered rock songs ought to.[...]
In Yemen's South, Protests Could Cause More InstabilitySunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:56PMLess than an hour’s drive outside this dilapidated port town of Aden, the Yemeni government’s authority is scarcely visible, and a different flag appears, that of the old independent state of South Yemen.
School DaysSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 3:18PMBishop McHugh Shamus Roberts-Campbell, 10, raised $233.16 for Autism Awareness during the 16th Annual Polar Bear Plunge weekend held in Sea Isle City Feb. 13 and 14.
Students delve into ecology of the Telluride AreaSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 9:17AMDid you know that when Bridal Veil Creek is at high summer flows it can provide enough drinking water to sustain 100,000 people? Or that pikas cannot survive for longer than 20 minutes at temperatures greater than 80 degrees?
The King trumps the Beatles in new Cirque du Soleil showSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:56AMIt's no stretch to say that Elvis Presley doesn't have quite the cultural hold on recent generations that the Beatles do. Then again, the moptops never owned Vegas like he did. And could again
Features: The SpitfiresSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 8:54AMFasterlouder catches up with Sean Regan from The Spitfires and chats about the EP, and the state of the Perth live music scene.
East Aurora Cooperative Market to launch Feb. 28 at Aurora Theatre, "Food Inc." to be ScreenedSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:22AMIn an effort to provide fresh, locally grown foods to the East Aurora community, a group of residents is forming a cooperative market that is expected to open in 2011. The cooperative will be introduced to the community during an event on Sun., Feb. 28 at 4 p.m. in the Aurora Theatre.
Bob Levey: Back in the swingSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 2:17AMCARBONDALE - Bob Levey sets high standards, for himself and the musicians he plays with. A few years ago the drummer, who lives in Missouri Heights, quit a blues band he was in because he knew that it wouldn't take long before three-chord blues songs bored him. Levey admits he may have ticked off some bandmates because he is so demanding. He says he has a reputation for being especially tough on ...
Lifestyles DigestSunday, February 28, 2010 @ 12:46AMIf you would like to receive this digest by e-mail, please send an e-mail to ltolin(at)ap.org. Supervising editor Lisa Tolin , ltolin(at)ap.org, 212-621-5408.
Baby of the Celtic Woman bunch has herself a blastSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 11:16PMSix years ago, a 14-year-old vocalist named Chloë Agnew agreed to participate in a one-time, female-ensemble event called Celtic Woman. The young Irish singer didn't aspire to greatness; she simply saw an opportunity that any teenager would jump at."It was just supposed to be a one-night show, k...
Gallagher: Iowa shows little pep for bandsSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 10:22PMSIOUX CITY -- Basketball fans, you've been treated to great highschool basketball the past couple of weeks as postseasontournaments played out.
CadenceSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 8:50PMLocal pop rockers, Cadence, just released their debut EP, "The Distance," on Feb. 19 and are on their way to finding their niche in the Chippewa Valley scene. Guitarist Derek Hageness is currently in his fourth year here at the University of Wisconsin-Stout and is optimistic about the bands future.
Influence of Lewis Carroll’s creation can be seen in today’s food writersSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 8:15PMThe fantasy of “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland ” now extends beyond the world of fiction. Today, it is also the writer of nonfiction who longs to fall down a rabbit hole and there discover a strange, delightful underworld lurking just below the surface.
The Mountain GoatsSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 7:03PMLive, The Mountain Goats are John Darnielle, Peter Hughes, and Jon Wurster. John Darnielle is one of the most imaginative lyricists of his generation.
Lady Antebellum and Josh Turner Still Ride Tallest in the SaddleSaturday, February 27, 2010 @ 5:16PMDitto. While other contenders snort and paw the ground impatiently, Lady Antebellum 's Need You Now and Josh Turner 's "Why Don't We Just Dance" persist as Billboard 's top country album and song. This makes four weeks at No. 1 for Lady A and three for Turner.