Ali Wong delivers in latest stand up special
This special was recorded during Wong’s residency at The Wiltern in Los Angeles, where she headlined the Netflix Is a Joke Festival.
Second Listen Sunday Blackstreet “Finally”
Arriving in stores on March 23, “Finally” was led by the single “Take Me There,” which also served as the theme song for the animated feature film The Rugrats Movie. Mya and rappers Mase and Blinky Blink were featured on the song, which Riley produced and co-wrote with Tamara Savage. At its essence, ‘Take Me There’ embodies a captivating portrayal of the yearning to transcend reality and immerse oneself in a realm of marvel and imagination. The lyrics encapsulate a profound longing for an enchanting place where boundless possibilities exist and aspirations materialize into reality. Given the group’s popularity then, the collaboration made perfect sense and was a song that parents and kids could jam to.
Slow Jam Saturday: Dave Hollister, Can’t Stay
This week’s Slow Jam Saturday pick takes us to the Windy City to highlight Dave Hollister and his song “Can’t Stay.”
Flashback Friday Eric Roberson Single Review
Last weekend, Mr. Eric Roberson, an iconic figure in independent R&B, performed at The Birchmere, America’s Legendary Music Hall in Alexandria, VA, for two unforgettable nights.
“SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY” is a lovely tribute
Megan Fox teams up with director S.K. Dale to bring her feminine wiles to the world of A.I. in “Subservience” from XYZ Films. Will Honley and April Maguire wrote the film’s screenplay. Alice (Fox) is a lifelike, artificially intelligent android who can care for any family and home. Looking for help with the housework, struggling father Nick (Michele Morrone) purchases Alice after his wife Maggie (Madeline Zima) becomes sick. Alice suddenly becomes self-aware and wants everything her new family has to offer, starting with the affection of her owner — and she’ll kill to get it.
“Amber Alert” is a solid thriller
Former child stars Hayden Panettiere and Tyler James Williams have collaborated for the first time in the thriller “Amber Alert” from Lionsgate. The film is directed by Kerry Bellessa, who also co-wrote the screenplay with Joshua Oram. This is not the first time the duo has explored this topic; they previously worked on a film with the same title in 2012, using a found footage approach.
Adam Brody & Kristen Bell shine in the romantic series “Nobody Wants This”
Writer Erin Foster collaborates with showrunner Craig Digregorio for a semi-autobiographical series, “Nobody Wants This,” from Netflix.
Minus the clichés, “Rez Ball” is a winning basketball flick
After making a name for herself in episodic television, director Sydney Freeland jumps to features in “Rez Ball” from Netflix. Freeland also pens the film’s screenplay, which takes inspiration from Michael Powell’s book “Canyon Dreams: A Basketball Season on the Navajo Nation”.
Concert Review: Atlantic Starr At The Birchmere
On Sunday, September 22nd, the renowned R&B band Atlantic Starr graced America’s Legendary Music Hall, The Birchmere, located in Alexandria, VA, with a captivating performance characterized by classic R&B ballads and dance floor anthems.
Second Listen Sunday: Tito Jackson, “Tito Time”
Carrying the appropriate moniker “Tito Time,” it arrived in stores on December 21st, 2016. For the first single, “Get It Baby,” Tito linked up with legendary MC Big Daddy Kane. The song encapsulates a vivacious and flirtatious examination of attraction and longing. It effectively encapsulates the thrill of encountering someone special and the dynamic connection between two individuals. The overarching theme centers on lighthearted and spontaneous romance, underscoring the significance of relishing the present moment and deriving pleasure from relationships.
Slow Jam Saturday: The Jacksons, “It All Begins and Ends With Love”
The Jacksons, a prominent musical family, experienced a recent loss with the passing of Toriano Adaryll “Tito” Jackson earlier this week. As fans already know, Tito was an integral part of The Jackson 5 formation, and his contributions are worthy of our utmost appreciation and respect. I felt it was only fitting to pay homage to him for this week’s Slow Jam Saturday.
Megan Fox is the lone bright spot in the lifeless “Subservience”
Megan Fox teams up with director S.K. Dale to bring her feminine wiles to the world of A.I. in “Subservience” from XYZ Films. Will Honley and April Maguire wrote the film’s screenplay. Alice (Fox) is a lifelike, artificially intelligent android who can care for any family and home. Looking for help with the housework, struggling father Nick (Michele Morrone) purchases Alice after his wife Maggie (Madeline Zima) becomes sick. Alice suddenly becomes self-aware and wants everything her new family has to offer, starting with the affection of her owner — and she’ll kill to get it.