Great summer dramas: Under the Dome, The White Queen, Broadchurch, Low Winter Sun, etc.

  Summer TV shows have changed tremendously over the years. It was nothing but reruns for viewers two generations ago. Decades later, broadcasters got smart and started offering ... Continue Reading →

Taylor Swift – A Concert Portfolio

Taylor Swift brought her well-oiled concert extravaganza to San Diego’s Valley View Casino Center. The sold out crowd was well-sated, as most of her hits were assayed in solid ... Continue Reading →

Red Fang: Beer.

Red Fang Whales and Leeches Relapse October 15, 2013 Fut for some reason, I love stoner rock, beer rock, whatever you want to call alcohol-fueled break shit over your head loud rock ... Continue Reading →

Patrick Dempsey, “Racing Le Mans” on Velocity drives his passion

Patrick Dempsey is an actor best known as “Doctor McDreamy” by the female fans of the hit hospital drama Grey’s Anatomy, starting its 10th season September 26 on ABC. But most ... Continue Reading →

Outside Lands 2013 – Maybe I’m Amazed

If you are accustomed to the dry heat of Coachella, the cooler, moister environment of Outside Lands offers a nice contrast. Here are a few observations from a veteran Coachella fan ... Continue Reading →

Ghost in the Machine – TV Ghost return with “Disconnect”

Photo Credit: Greg the Mayor Band: TV Ghost Album: Disconnect Release Date: September 3 Label: In the Red While this isn’t typically my style, I thought I’d venture out into ... Continue Reading →

Chris Isaak at a Crossroads

Chris Isaak has accomplished quite a bit since his debut album in 1985. He has released 15 albums, including the requisite live, best of and Christmas albums. His latest release is ... Continue Reading →

TWO GADGETS: Tempour and Kindle Fire HD

  This is the latest in a series of articles about innovative products about which you may not know enough.   TEMPOUR The explosion of interest in wine has occurred seemingly ... Continue Reading →