Variety & The Hollywood Reporter Tackle SPIDER-MAN
by Robert Diamond
- Feb 8, 2011
In the Hollywood Reporter David Rooney writes that 'But mostly, Spider-Man is chaotic, dull and a little silly. And there's nothing here half as catchy as the 1967 ABC cartoon theme tune.
The absence of the word 'musical' from Taymor's definition of the show seems key. The songs by Bono and The Edge display minimal grasp of music's function in goosing narrative or illuminating character. And despite all the wailing-guitar attitude, they only squeak by as atmospheric enhancement. Aside from one or two stirring anthems in familiar messianic U2 mode, this is strictly album filler, with echoes of everyone from T. Rex to Alice Cooper, plus an occasional nod to The Who's Tommy. The lyrics - when you can decipher them - are either too vague or too literal.
But an underwhelming score is the least of the show's worries. What really sinks it is the borderline incoherence of its storytelling. ' Click Here for His Full Report.
Betty Wright Signs With S-Curve Records After Grammy Nomination
by Charlie Piane
- Jan 7, 2011
Soul/R&B legend Betty Wright has signed with S-Curve records following a 2011 Grammy nomination for her bold new song 'Go!' in the Traditional R&B Vocal category. Recorded live and clocking in at ten minutes long, the song takes a gritty, unflinching and ultimately courageous look at domestic violence.
Darlene Love, Neil Diamond, et. al. to Be Inducted into Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, 3/14
by Leslie Fazin
- Dec 15, 2010
Music icons Neil Diamond, Tom Waits, Dr. John and Alice Cooper, as well as Broadway veteran Darlene Love, will be the new inductees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame for 2011. They will be honored at a ceremony at Manhattan's Waldorf-Astoria on Monday, March 14. Leon Russell will also be awarded for musical excellence. Nonperformer honors will go to Specialty label's Art Rupe and Elektra Records founder, Jac Holzman.
THE DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL to Open Off-Broadway 10/10
by BWW News Desk
- Oct 10, 2010
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances Friday, September 17th. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
Photo Flash: DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL At 45 Bleecker Street Theatre
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Sep 22, 2010
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
THE DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL Opens Off-Broadway 10/10
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Sep 21, 2010
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
Black Country Communion To Release 3 Album Formats In The UK
by BWW
News Desk
- Sep 21, 2010
Black Country Communion the Anglo/American rock supergroup comprising vocalist/bassist Glenn Hughes (Deep Purple Black Sabbath, Trapeze), drummer Jason Bonham (Led Zeppelin), Derek Sherinian (Dream Theater) and blues rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa, today confirmed the release date and track listing for their highly anticipated debut album 'Black Country'.
Black Country Communion Unveils Cover of Debut Album to be Released 9/20
by BWW
News Desk
- Sep 20, 2010
Black Country Communion, the new rock supergroup featuring former Deep Purple/Black Sabbath's Glenn Hughes(vocals, bass), Led Zeppelin's Jason Bonham (drums), guitar player Joe Bonamassa (guitar, vocals), and Dream Theater's Derek Sherinian (keyboards), unveiled the artwork for the debut album.
THE DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL to Open Off-Broadway 9/17
by BWW News Desk
- Sep 17, 2010
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances Friday, September 17th. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
THE DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL Previews Off-Broadway Tomorrow
by Gabrielle Sierra
- Sep 16, 2010
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances Friday, September 17th. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
Photo Coverage: THE DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL -Rehearsal
by Walter McBride
- Sep 5, 2010
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances Friday, September 17th. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
Photo Coverage: THE DEEP THROAT SEX SCANDAL - Meet The Cast
by Walter McBride
- Sep 5, 2010
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances Friday, September 17th. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances Friday, September 17th. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
The Deep Throat Sex Scandal, a new play by David Bertolino, directed by Jerry Douglas, will have its Off-Broadway premiere at 45 Bleecker Street Theatre (just east of Lafayette Street), beginning performances Friday, September 17th. Opening Night is set for October 10th.
'Get Happy Together' Featuring The Turtles Plays Spencer Theater, 8/7
by BWW
News Desk
- Aug 7, 2010
Having sold over 60 million records worldwide, The Turtles featuring Flo & Eddie are progressive pop, folk rock legends to the 10th degree. Their shimmering and infectious hits like Happy Together, Eleanor, You Baby, She'd Rather Be with Me, and their impassioned rendering of Bob Dylan's, It Ain't Me, Babe, remain some of the rock era's loveliest tunes, say critics, as they continuously embody a good-humored sense of optimism that still sounds fresh here & now!
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