Archive: 2016

A look back on the devastating Hollywood losses of 2016.

All the big (and little) moments that made up 2016’s entertainment landscape

There’s no denying that 2016 had some low cinematic moments, but the highs outweighed them all.

The Singing in the Rain actress suffered a stroke following the death of her beloved daughter.

Writer/director Mike Mills crafts a stunning depection of the generation gap that resonates now more than ever.

It’s been a rough year to say the least, but believe it or not some amazing music has been released. In the newest installment of Wannabe, artist Chris Prunckle looks back on his favorite albums of 2016 in his signature six-panel comic strip form. This is the second of two parts! You can check out part one HERE. Click on the image […]

Carrie Fisher died today after suffering a massive heart attack just before Christmas.

In another cruel unexpected loss of 2016,  yet another musical icon and one of the most unique and distinguished voices, George Michael, has passed away. Ironically he died on Christmas Day due to suspected heart failure, but it was Wham’s take on “Last Christmas” that became a holiday favorite. Michael – who was born Georgios Kyriacos […]

A helpful breakdown of what to stream while you get some much-needed downtime this holiday season

Denzel Washington and Viola Davis shine in the film adaptation of August Wilson’s play.

If there is a theme linking most of these picks, it’s that they offer us something we probably have not heard before. Or, in the case of acts like The Beach Boys and Otis Redding, they provide die-hards a treasure trove of previously unheard renditions. Obviously, the material in reissues has already been recorded, which […]

The ever changing super group Kings of Chaos visited Boston on 12/20 for a show at the House of Blues. This rock centric lineup featured Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, Robin Zander of Cheap Trick and Chester Bennington of Linkin Park on vocals. Billy Duffy of The Cult and Steve Stevens were the lead guitarists as Robert […]

Melbourne’s King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard has released “Nuclear Fusion”, the second track to be revealed from their upcoming album Flying Microtonal Banana. The band’s first LP of 2017, Flying Microtonal Banana will be released on February 24th. The Melbourne-based band plans to release five studio albums in 2017, an ambitious feat as each record will be its own unique sonic […]

Canadian outfit Blackie and the Rodeo Kings have never been short on giving us real-deal lyricism and prime licks. The trio of Colin Linden, Stephen Fearing and Tom Wilson have, after all, managed to conjure up some of the truest Americana in their twenty-year history. There are many things we should all be afraid of […]

The Struts performed at the TLA in Philadelphia for a sold out show on Friday 12/16. Whether it’s opening for the likes of The Rolling Stones or Motley Crue, playing festivals or headlining their own shows, they have garnered fans of all ages along the way. The band’s high energy set was highlighted by the […]