Wednesday, April 13 2011
‘Heaven 17 Live at Scala’ Gives Us Those Chilly-Cum-Funky Electronic Tunes
In the early '80s, it was possible for England's postpunk pioneers -- New Romantics, Rude Boys, and assorted other malcontents -- to imagine themselves the center of the media universe.
Friday, April 1 2011
Making a Living in—and of—Lisbon
From the fado taverns of Alfama to the legendary cafes of Chaida, the Global Prowlers explore Western Europe´s most welcoming city. "What a happening, undiscovered city," I said to Clare as we walked back to our hostel. "Do you think we could move to Lisbon?"
Wednesday, February 23 2011
Even the Best Laid Plans… ‘You Will Meet a Tall Dark Stranger’
Woody Allen's characters struggle alone, searching aimlessly for that saving grace that makes it all worthwhile. Amidst all the despair, a bit of hope glimmers.
Thursday, November 18 2010
‘The Search for Sherlock Holmes’: The Man Who Never Lived
Scottish actor David Hayman, Detective Superintendent Michael Walker on the television program Trial and Retribution, takes on a real-life investigation of the enduringly popular character Sherlock Holmes.
Monday, July 19 2010
New Jurisdiction: How Will the Dark, Brooding ‘Luther’ Fare Stateside?
Airing on BBC America later in the year, the BBC's recent dark crime series, Luther, deserves to do as well stateside as it's doing here in the UK.
Thursday, October 22 2009
The ‘Ol Crotchety One Kicks It Transatlantic Style
PopMatters sends its weekly culture columnist abroad, with hopefully a one-way ticket.
Friday, October 9 2009
Shambala Festival: 27 August 2000 - Mystery Location, London
Shambala is an inspiring and engaging festival. Almost every extreme of pop culture is represented, making for an exhilarating experience.
Thursday, August 6 2009
In the Kitchen by Monica Ali
Ali is a talented writer, working with a fascinating list of ingredients. But her final product is, quite simply, over seasoned and undercooked.
Wednesday, July 29 2009
Musical Genius & Its Discontents (ii): British-style
Part 2 of our video venture through lost musical geniuses discovers an unhappier tradition in The UK, where comebacks are not de rigeur! Exemplars include Joe Meek, Brian Jones, Syd Barrett, and Ian Curtis.
