Gorillaz’s Plastic Beach is as eclectic as the album’s guest list – Snoop Dogg, Lou Reed, Mos Def, members of The Clash, Bobby Womack, the Hypnotic Brass Ensemble, De La Soul, Gruff Rhys of Super Furry Animals and The Lebanese National Orchestra for Oriental Arabic Music. Ironically, Womack originally declined the offer until his daughter stated “you got to do this – they’re awesome.” She’s right – it is awesome.
The Black Scrawl virus makes H1N1 look like the sniffles. Immerse yourself in a world spiraling toward extinction as Nier attempts to save his daughter from a killer disease. Another great adventure from Square Enix, the creators of Final Fantasy.
Jimi Hendrix may be more symbolic now than at the time of his death 40 years ago. As one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century, he pioneered the explosive possibilities of the electric guitar. Valleys of Neptune is a complete studio album featuring 12 previously unreleased recordings totaling 60+ minutes of unheard legend.
Things are never simple when blood is involved. The Coen-brothers 1983 debut film, Blood Simple, is a complex crime-thriller. You just can’t go wrong with anything from the guys who brought us Fargo and The Big Lebowski.
What is the island? Every loyal Lost fan patiently awaits the answer. With sweet relief only weeks away, relive the journey – pre-order Lost: The Complete Collection on Blu-Ray. The package will contain all six seasons along with behind-the-scenes footage, cast interviews, audio commentaries, bloopers and never-before seen footage.
Kevin Lynch’s OCTAGON is more powerful than the athletes showcased within. 800+ larger-than-life photographs convey the confidence, fear and passion behind the eyes of key UFC® athletes including Anderson Silva, Chuck Liddell, Matt Hughes, Rich Franklin, Quinton Jackson, Georges St. Pierre, and B.J Penn among others. A limited edition version is available if you like to flaunt your cash.
“Will Rogers once said he never met a man he didn’t like. I feel the same about beer.” Actor, George Wendt finds common ground with his TV alter ego, Cheers barfly Norm Peterson, in his memoir – Drinking With George. This read is not about its namesake, however. It’s about beer and everything & anything to know about the beverage.
“It’s not who you know. It’s who you kill.”
Gangster No. 1 is the other side of the pond’s equivalent to Scarface and American Gangster. This film chronicles the rise and fall of a ruthless criminal with unforgettable performances by Paul Bettany (A Beautiful Mind) and Malcolm McDowell (A Clockwork Orange).
Enjoy watching Spider dance for Tommy in HD. The 20th Anniversary Edition of Scorsese’s Goodfellas includes commentary by Marty, himself, and ex-gangster, Henry Hill; cast and crew documentaries; a trailer & several cartoons.
Peter Gabriel’s 40+ year career has passed a variety of musical signposts – from prog-rock radical to international pop superstar to world-beat saviour. His latest return features his own interpretation of classic tracks by Radiohead, Arcade Fire, Lou Reed, Bon Iver and more. As the singer/songwriter reveals, Scratch My Back is “a very personal” record.
You know the movie The Departed? Bad ass, huh? Would you believe it was a remake of a Hong Kong film titled, Infernal Affairs? After watching this Asian crime thriller, you’ll clearly understand why Marty decided to recreate it in his classic Scorcesean way.
The wait is over…and man was it worth it. Massive Attack awakens from a 7 year slumber with 10 amazing tracks on Heligoland. Reminiscent of their organic dub roots, the album trips the senses with guest artists Tunde Adebimpe of TV On the Radio, Damon Albarn of Gorillaz, Hope Sandaval of Mazzy Star and Adrian Utley of Portishead. Like a psychedelic drug, Heligoland takes awhile to hit, but when it does – it’s an exhilarating ride.
Some say the only difference between men & boys is the size of their toys. Lego bashes this theory with its architectural landmark series. The company brings us Frank Lloyd Wright’s 1934 classic, Fallingwater in shiny plastic glory. Every detail of the original iconic home is captured in this imaginative re-creation.
If you and a couple of friends stumble upon a downed plane discovering a bag filled with millions and two dead bodies – would you contact the authorities or take the money and run? Before answering, watch A Simple Plan directed by Sam Raimi (Spiderman) and starring Bill Paxton and Billy Bob Thorton. It might make you rethink your decision.
What happens in Vegas, stays in Vegas – unless you own Brothels of Nevada: Candid Views of America’s Legal Sex Industry. Architectural photographer, Timothy Hursley offers an artistic view of what lies within the walls of Sin City’s brothels. Void of eroticism, this book is perfect for the coffee table & your most genteel guests.
The Man in Black sings to us from the grave on the last of his American Recordings series, American VI: Ain’t No Grave. Produced by Rick Rubin, Cash’s wavering baritone voice and choice of songs remind us he wasn’t haunted, he was ready to go.