Author Archive for A.Rehak
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Transfer Photos to your iPod with iAlbum
Posted by A.Rehak on May 3, 2007We needed to transfer digital photos without carrying card readersor USB cables everywhere. We’ve found it & now we’ll tell you about it – just because we’re nice like that. iConcepts’ new iAlbum is a tiny card reader that connects to your iPod. Connect the iAlbum to your iPod, load up your camera’s SD card and you’re done. Preview, store and transfer your pictures through your iPod – it doesn’t get much easier. Especially since you probably have an iPod already — now you can do something with its unused memory. (Admit it, you never managed to fill up the whole thing.)
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10 Games for XBox 360
Posted by A.Rehak on April 13, 2007The Xbox 360 Black was officially announced — so we can have an Xbox 360 that matches our furniture. More importantly, we’ll have an excuse to buy the following kick-ass Xbox 360 games. If you don’t have these ten games, you’re missing out on the latest & greatest in gaming.
1.Guitar Hero II. Test your rhythm and feel like a rock star, with new songs. We’ve all wanted to feel like that: On stage performing for a cheering crowd, feeling the love and the excitement of knowing you are their king. Here, you play along with 50 songs from Led Zep to Nirvana. Master ‘em all and show off a little flair and creativity. Who needs American Idol when you have this?
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Somi Live @ J&R for Friday, April 13th!
Posted by A.Rehak on April 12, 2007
This Friday, J&R will host a new jazz great, Somi. Born in the US from East African parents, Somi has shaken the jazz world with her moving voice and African influences. Her album, Red Soil In My Eyes, mixes classic jazz with the songs of her Rwandese and Ugandan roots. The music is earthy and [...]
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“The Feeling” Live @ J&R
Posted by A.Rehak on April 11, 2007We had the opportunity to talk with The Feeling after their performance at J&R while they were signing CDs. Here’s some of what we learned:
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Live Earth – Alliance for Climate Protection
Posted by A.Rehak on April 11, 2007Have you noticed that every cause has a benefit concert now? Mother Nature’s getting a worldwide concert all to herself this July, when big names perform around the world simultaneously for Live Earth. This massive, worldwide event is an attempt to raise awareness and funds for the Alliance for Climate Protection. They hope to convince [...]
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CD New Releases – Blonde Redhead, CocoRosie, Bright Eyes, Nick Cave & Brother Ali
Posted by A.Rehak on April 10, 2007New York underground favorites Blonde Redhead released their latest today. 23 turns away from the dreamy pop on Misery is a Butterfly for a more wispy, trembling sound. The ghostly vocals and warped guitars that made their names return.
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“The Feeling” Live @ J&R – 7 Questions
Posted by A.Rehak on April 9, 2007The Feeling has made an impressive trip from the small bars and clubs of London to selling out arenas all over the UK. After getting the nod for several different awards, they’re trying to cross over to the American market. They’ve got the talent to make it big over here – all they need is [...]
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The Stooges Take New York
Posted by A.Rehak on April 5, 2007Music firsts seem to happen a lot nowadays. I’d never have though I could see The Stooges play, but they’ll be performing this Monday at the United Palace Theatre. The Stooges are one of those bands that influenced a lot of musicians, but few people heard about. The pummeling rhythm section, driving guitars, freaky jazz-style [...]
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NYC Honors Spider-Man
Posted by A.Rehak on April 5, 2007Spider-Man is being honored by the city of New York. The week prior to Spider-Man 3′s release has been officially declared Spider-Man Week by City Hall. His hometown has been the setting for four decades of classic adventures, including two hit movies and games on everything from the DS to the Xbox 360. His popularity [...]
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Camcorder Sale
Posted by A.Rehak on April 4, 2007Spring is almost here. That’s when everything unique to New York gets rolling. There’s too much to do, in too little time – so much goes on in this town, which is why it’s so special. This is why you need to start recording it. Why should the tourists get all the fun? It’s time [...]
