How to Critique Music Even Though You Aren’t...

Just because you aren't a musician doesn't mean you can't express an honest critique of music. If you're a fan of a certain type of music, there's a good chance you're very knowledgeable about that genre; and even if you aren't a fan of that type of music, you can certainly say what you like or dislike about it.

All critiques represent the opinion of one individual, no more, no less. But to be a fair, honest, and knowledgeable critic will set you apart - and you don't even need to play an instrument to qualify.

1. Decide what sort of music you'll offer critiques on. You don't have to pigeonhole yourself, but you do need to make a set of parameters for yourself: Will you critique classical music? Rock and roll? Jazz? Folk? Metal? There are some bloggers who have "listening blogs" - they listen to a variety of music, post links to it, and then comment on it. They don't have a set type of music they listen to. There are others who are known for being classical music critics, rock critics, and so on. All you have to do is say what you ...

The Hunger Games Jennifer Lawrence

Jennifer Lawrence burst onto the scene in 2010 when she earned huge media hype for her part as Ree Dolly in Winter’s Bone. Her legitimate overall performance charmed spectators and critics alike and contributed to Jennifer Lawrence actually being offered the parts of Mystique in X-Men: First Class and in addition to Katniss Everdeen in the highly awaited franchise series The Hunger Games.

However how about we go back in time to Jennifer’s media hype worthy overall performance that judged her deserving of the name “it girl.” Ree Dolly is a poor teen whom has taken on the job of the nanny for her two siblings and emotionally troubled mother. Her father, a methamphetamine dealer, placed the family’s small home in the Ozark Mountains up for his own bail bond. At the time her father fails to turn up for his own trial appeal, Ree’s residence is placed on the line. She makes the decision to take affairs into her own hands and journey throughout the challenging Ozark woodlands to locate her father. If she isn’t able to find her father, she risks giving up everything.

The film obtained top ...

Alan Taylor Replaces Patty Jenkins as ‘Thor ...

The search for a Thor 2 director to replace Patty Jenkins has ended. Sources confirm to The Hollywood Reporter that Alan Taylor, best known for directing episodes of HBO's fantasy series Game Of Thrones, has nabbed the job. 

THR first revealed in early December that Taylor was one of two finalists vying for the gig. Sources say that Taylor has now beaten out fellow Game of Thrones helmer Daniel Minahan and has received an offer to direct the superhero sequel, which is aiming to hit theaters in November 2013. Marvel declined to comment.

Jenkins (Monster) made headlines in early December when she departed the high-profile sequel to May's Thor. Both she and Marvel cited "creative differences" but THR's Kim Masters later revealed that Marvel abruptly dismissed Jenkins when the studio felt she was showing "a lack of overall clarity in her choices," according to one source. Marvel was concerned that the filmmaking process would be "difficult" and that the planned release date might be hard to hit.

Source : http://urbanchristiannews.com

Peter Jackson Prepares to Release First Trailer fo...

The wait will soon be over for Hobbit fans: Peter Jackson will unveil the first trailer for his hugely anticipated movie tomorrow.

Studio officials said the trailer for The Hobbit: An Unexpected Journey would be launched at 4pm on Wednesday.

Anticipation for the film, based on JRR Tolkein's iconic book, is high as only a handful of production photos of actors in character have been seen.

But a new synopsis of the film, released today, unveils new details about the movie.

"The adventure follows the journey of title character Bilbo Baggins, who is swept into an epic quest to reclaim the lost Dwarf Kingdom of Erebor from the fearsome dragon Smaug," the statement said.

"Approached out of the blue by the wizard Gandalf the Grey, Bilbo finds himself joining a company of 13 dwarves led by the legendary warrior, Thorin Oakenshield.

"Their journey will take them into the wild; through treacherous lands swarming with Goblins and Orcs, deadly Wargs and Giant Spiders, Shapeshifters and Sorcerers.

"Although their goal lies to the East and the wastelands of the Lonely Mountain first they must escape the goblin tunnels, where Bilbo meets the creature that will change his life forever ... ...

Review: ‘Chipwrecked’ Is a Whole Lot o...

Release Date: December 16, 2011
Rating: G
Genre: Family, Animation, Comedy
Run Time: 87 min.
Director: Mike Mitchell
Actors/Voices by: Jason Lee, David Cross, Justin Long, Matthew Gray Gubler, Jesse McCartney, Amy Poehler, Anna Faris, Christina Applegate, Andy Buckley, Jenny Slate
Let's face it, a movie featuring a trio of singing chipmunks isn't exactly Oscar bait. But it's probably a whole lot of fun for anyone a) feeling nostalgic or b) under the age of 8.

And if the audience of kiddos joining me for the screening of Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked were any indication of whether it worked or not (cue: plenty of giggles throughout), well, the answer is a resounding yes. Meanwhile, many of their parents seated nearby breathed a collective sigh of relief for a relatively short running time--a mere 87 minutes of squeaky-voiced rodents singing, dancing and fighting for their survival in the wild.

A considerable diversion from 2009's Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel, Chipwrecked is far less focused on the 'munks career prospects. Instead, Alvin (Justin Long, Alpha and Omega), Simon (Matthew Gray Gubler, (500) Days of Summer), Theodore (TV actor ...

Fans Will Have to Wait to Hear New Music from Adel...

Adele is named No. 1 artist of 2011 but says fans will have to wait for follow up to best-selling album 21.

Adele has revealed that fans may have to wait for two or three years for her next album.

In an interview with Billboard - who declared her the No. 1 artist of 2011 - the London-born singer said she was in no rush to release a follow-up to 21, the best-selling album of the year, which sold 4.8 million copies.

Adele, who is 23, has been recovering from throat surgery and she told Billboard via an email interview: "I'm really looking forward to some time to do nothing. I imagine I'll be 25 or 26 by the time my next record comes out, as I haven't even thought about my third record yet. I'm just gonna lay some concrete, set up home and just 'be' for a bit. I'll disappear and come back with a record when it's good enough. There will be no new music until it's good enough and until I'm ready."

The singer said she has not even begun writing songs for the next album.

Adele was asked when ...