Land of Talk
"Can’t keep down a girl who loves music,†sings Elizabeth Powell, frontwoman of Montreal trio Land of Talk, on “Some Are Lakes,†the band’s debut full-length album. [...]
Diamond Dustings: October stories
You don't win pennants in the offseason. You don't win them during the season either. You win them in the postseason. It is now October and it's time for some baseball. After six months, eight of thirty teams remain. In a little less than a month, we will have our champion. [...]
The top 10 saddest moments in guy movie history
Ten times when it's okay -- even if you're the toughest, roughest, bro-dude out there -- to ball your eyes out during a movie.
Dragon Quest IV is a fun reimagining of the classic game
While FF has always been about pushing hardware and innovation, Dragon Quest has been more interested in staying old-school, and the recently released Dragon Quest IV: Chapters of the Chosen is no exception.
Grant the artist
Recently hired by Lucasfilm Ltd., Gould is part of a team that's working on The Clone Wars online web comics. Released in tandem with the television show, the comics will supplement the plots and characters found in the weekly episodes.
Sony Acid Music Studio 7
Acid Pro first came out in 1998 and was the first true loop-based Desktop Audio Workstation. It's been popular with bands, DJ's and producers ever since.
Dragonette: Pop with a twist
t's a strangely voyeuristic experience, listening to "Galore," the debut album from Canadian electro-pop band Dragonette, almost like you've accidentally overheard a conversation between singer Martina Sorbara and one of her best friends about her love life. [...]
Notching his way to the top
Singer mixes Jamaican, hip-hop and Latin beats, resulting in a booming array of fans.
October movies to be excited for
These are the movies Blast is excited about seeing in the month of October.
Beyond the Call
There are many tangible things that can change people's lives, like food or medicine, but what really makes a difference is courage and dedication. These are exactly the qualities that describe Ed Artis, Jim La...
Square Enix’s Final Fantasy IV is perfect
Without a doubt, Square Enix knows how to make videogames. Even when looking at some of their worst, the mind-bending storylines and intricate characters are better than what is provided in most video games out there. Fortunately, Final Fantasy IV remake for the Nintendo DS is one of their best.
How to survive eating in college
The new school year has arrived and college freshmen, like millions who have come before them, are facing the daunting challenge of dorm eating.
Most will come to realize that after orientation, the quality ...
An interview with Pushing Daisies creator Bryan Fuller
Blast got to have an in depth talk with "Pushing Daisies" creator Bryan Fuller. We talked about what we can expect from its second season, the 12 Emmy nominations it got for its nine aired episodes, and just how much we both love McDonald's deep-fried pies.
Ingrid Law’s savvy debut young adult novel
"What if your grandpa moves mountains, one of your brothers causes hurricanes, another creates electricity, and now it's your turn?"
That line on the back cover of Ingrid Law's debut kids' novel "Savvy" sums up the story more than any synopsis could. A quick but delightful read, "Savvy" tells a story of a young girl whose family hits puberty in the most unique of ways.
An interview with Chuck creator Chris Fedak
Blast talked with "Chuck" co-creator Chris Fedak about what season two has in store, who will be coming to the show, and just how long it will take for the big secrets in the Chuck-iverse to be revealed.
Verizon Dares you to try something similar
The LG Dare puts the world into the palm of your hand, literally.
With direct access to the World Wide Web, plus a camera that puts handhelds to shame and GPS capabilities, the LG Dare covers all of a consumer's basic technological necessities, and it covers them well.
Has George Lucas lost it?
In a recent review of George Lucas' newest box-office hit but critical flop, "Star Wars: The Clone Wars", I stated that as a writer, director, and creator, Lucas had not really created any new material over the past few years. To back up that statement, I have analyzed Lucas' creative history with help from the International Movie Database.
Back to school with Bound Stems
Bound Stems' sophomore effort, "The Family Afloat," out September 9, makes a convincing case that Gallivan and company could have made their livings practicing psychology and family dynamics.
FxFoto
Photos are a huge part of our lives, and the digital cameras that have dominated the market since the early 2000s have really given users the opportunity to edit and quickly share our photos with almost anyone ...
