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American Outlaw I've heard it said that the true sign of a Country Western singer is their ability to convey their own feelings through their songs. It's also been said that a Country Music artist has to live the life they sing about. If both of those statements are true then Michael Mandella is a true Country Western singer. Michael has the unique ability to translate his thoughts and emotions to song-be it someone else's music and lyrics or his own. The reason he does is so well is his life has been a roller coaster of highs and lows. Michael never knew his biological father and his stepfather was a cruel man to both he and his mother. Fortunately he had loving and giving grandparents and a mom, who despite her own pain and suffering, taught him the value of family, faith and friendship. His talent was spotted at a young age and it looked as if his life was meant for success until a tragic accident left his two of his band members dead and Michael severely burned and injured. And yet he never gave up even though he struggled with drug abuse. Now completely clean, healthy and strong, he is set for the next phase of his career. Reuniting with his surviving band members he has re-ignited his career and wows audiences wherever he goes. Part Merle Haggard, Garth Brooks and a mix of other contemporary and classic country music performers, Michael incorporates classic and modern Country Music with a smattering of other music genres. Regardless of what song he sings, Michael pours out his soul and is unafraid to share his feelings. A talented singer, songwriter and guitarist, Michael lets all of his talents shine through in his latest CD release: American Outlaw released by Cold Steel Records.
I’m a huge Beatles fan. I grew up on their music and like every other Beatles fan I was devastated when they broke up in 1969. Fortunately each member of the band was a talented musician in their own right and each continued to release solo albums. The most prolific album creator was ex-Beatle member Paul McCartney. In fact, he still turns out albums on a fairly frequent basis. His style has evolved with the times. What’s amazing is that he still turns out hits, contemporary hits, in his late 60s! After the Beatles break up Paul released several solo albums but it wasn’t until he, along with his new band Wings, released Band On The Run in 1973 that he kicked his solo career into high gear. Band On The Run is a classic album. Many of its songs are still popular today and a whole new generation of music lovers has rediscovered the pulse-pounding beats, quiet reflective tunes and impressive musical arrangements that made the album such a huge success. It’s one of my all-time favorite albums. I still listen to it on my I-pod when I go out walking or jogging. My favorite tunes are the title track, Jet and Helen Wheels. Concord Music Group is proud to present a brand new re-mastered version of the popular Band On The Run album that includes not only the full song selection but a very special DVD containing rare music videos of many of the songs and a visual chronicle of Paul performing and taking part in the historic cover photo shoot for the album. A special photo insert is also included. It’s a very special nostalgic trip back to a high-energy period when
McCartney was at his best and the music world was better off for it.
EXP Con 2010 Guest review by Jack Campbell There are terms which you hear all the time, but they can be over used quite a bit this does not mean they are not true terms though. After spending both Friday and Saturday at EXP Con then meeting Ryan Sweat, I can say this with no fear. EXP Con is a con ran by fans for fans. From the opening ceremony where they had a dancing chicken to the end where Christopher Sabat who was raping to music using the voice of Vegeta, the event was a blast. I have come to expect a good time from any con, but EXP Con seems more personal. You can tell the difference when Eileen Stevens, the voice of Belledandy was invited though a fan email from Ryan Sweat. That was the true difference between this Con and say Dragon Con or Mega Con. The guests were there not because they enjoyed the pay, but more or less because Ryan Sweat a true fan of their work. I tried my best to get as much as I could on camera. Next year I plan to bring something better to record with. I was disheartened when recording the Late night show and what would happen when Charles Martinet the voice of Mario came on but my memory card was full. What you guys see on Youtube after that point is from my blackberry. Even then there was so much more I wish that I could tell you about. An example of this is personally I have never heard of Mega 64 until this event. Well setting up for the Costume contest I walked into a panel with these guys. I have to say this right away these were some funny funny guys. I don’t know what they do yet and I will have to Goggle later to find out, but whatever it is I am sure I will enjoy it. Those of you reading this from Gamespot will find it funny when their number one critic from their forums was put in his place when they asked him to do his own video so that they could slam it like he slams all of theirs. Which I found funny when you think of all the background critics on Gamespot for video game reviews. EXP Con had a mix of everything from a Cosplay contests, to a Peach Ballroom Dance, dealer room, video game tournaments, a Rave dance and so on. These were the main events. There were a number of games all weekend with anime and gaming topics. I played Wheel of Fandom, Press Your Luck, and Pictionary over the two days I was there. My biggest disappoint was not being able to play a Dragon Ball based game of Dodge ball. There were just too many events during the same time. I would say the best event was the late night talk show they had when most the guests returned to take part. Just a note to Ryan Sweat, if you ever read this pay more attention to Eileen Stevens when she asks you what your favorite part of the weekend was, she was totally flirting with you. There really is no way to express how much fun I had at this event. It seemed every guest was ready to come back next year because the event was more like a party to them than just another. During the late night show Charles Martinet was asking when he could do more autograph signings because of how much fun he had doing it. I must say meeting the voice of Mario was a huge event for more me. For those of you reading this in Collector Conner make sure to check out the website. There will be links for pictures and videos on there soon with more to come. For Pictures from the con check out the link below. I will be adding more latter, I have reached my limit for this month. http://www.flickr.com/photos/38406859@N06/ For videos of Charles Martinet, Christopher Sabat, Eileen Stevens, Steve Downes and More. I will also be adding more as I go along. http://www.youtube.com/user/harlockJC?feature=mhum
Are you ready to pump your PC gaming to turbo speed? Are you tired of the same old wimpy computer game joysticks that only make basic moves? Would you like to be able to put yourself in the game with joystick controls that make you actually feel every bump, turn and maneuver in your game? If you are, then you’re ready for Genius's MetalStrike 3D Joystick that blows away all those other ‘wimpy’ controllers. Just plug it into any PC USB port on your computer and you’re ready to play in seconds. Check your game controller option in your computer’s Control Panel and you’ll spot the controls. Open up the file and test run your joystick. After you’ve tested it, get ready to put it to use. Cool features include a 4-axis design for
realistic air battles and maneuvers that simulate actual flight
controls. Thirteen programmable
buttons allow you set up your joystick just the way you like it and an Fire, swerve, speed up, make hairpin turns and perform so many moves that you may even get airsick. I found the MetalStrike SC joystick easy to operate, comfortable to handle, substantial enough to avoid table slides or jostling with easily visible controls that make quick combinations a snap. For total realism compacted into an attractive, rugged and
state-of-the-art joystick, you can’t go wrong with the MetalStrike 3D.
Listening to music is great.
But, it's only great if you'd got something great to listen to it
with. Listening to it directly from a
stereo or computer or even from one of the new multi-media TV directly loses much
of the sound quality. What you need is a premium set of stereo headphones and
coincidentally Genius has a Premium Stereo Headphone that fits the bill
perfectly. Genius's
GHP-05 Live DRD 3D Surround Premium Stereo headphone lets you listen to every
subtle vocal and musical instrument with crystal clarity. No matter what you plug it into: a
computer, stereo, entertainment center or amplifier what you get is some of
the very best sound transfer clarity I've ever heard. For you technical buffs out there check out some of the features and
accessories you receive: 20Hz-25KHz frequency response, 32ohm +/- 20%
impendence, 95dB +/- 3dB @1KHZ, a two meter + two meter cable length, an RCA
converter, a gold plate adaptor, extension cable, two AAA batteries and a
User's Manual. The padded earphones make listening to music comfortable with no
outside noise distraction. They
adjust to fit any size head, the power switch is located on one of the
earphones and the earphones tilt and pivot to any position with no effort. They make the perfect gift for any music lover or musician who enjoy
crystal clear sound from base through the full acoustic range.
Heavy Metal fans rejoice!
Film makers Scot McFadyen and Sam Dunn present a musical journey
around the world. Accompanied by commentaries, the film explores how wide-spread and
influential Heavy Metal has become.
Follow the film makers as they travel the globe in search of what
affect Heavy metal has had on countries and cultures beside those situated in
Europe and North America. Discover how Heavy Metal has mutated and metamorphed in countries
like China into Black and Death Metal.
Join Heavy Metal bands such as Iron Maiden, Deep Purple, Metallica and
others as they travel the globe performing and keeping the Heavy Metal flame
alive. Warner Bros, presents a Two-Disc Special Edition DVD set that follows
Heavy Metal to seven countries, three continents and one tribe. Extras include outtakes, interviews, and
more. Rock on!
Many Genesis fans consider the period from 1970 to 1975 to be the
best years for the band. They were at
the height of the game and the original band members were red hot. CD tracks include such classics as Happy The Man, The Musical box and
more. Rhino! has compiled 10 of the
group's hottest hits from that era that are part of its new Genesis DC set
due out in November.
From Rhino!, exclusively at Walmart, comes the
fly-on-the-wall look at the Genesis concert held in Rome in 2007. Original band members reunited to perform
Genesis' big hits, introduce some new songs and knock the socks off the Rome
audience. Genesis fans will love this up-close-and-personal concert
with documentary, deleted scenes, photo galleries and including a 28-page
booklet with the 3-disc DVD set. Get ready to rock and roll as only Genesis can deliver
it. Each track has its own extras that
can e activated by enter/OK/Select when a special emblem appears. Live the music and experience the concert
as if you were there.
Crystal Skull After nearly 20 years it was nice to see Harrison Ford back in the
fedora, leather jacket and carrying his whip as archeologist/adventurer
Indiana Jones. Kingdom Of The Crystal
Skull proves that Ford is still an action hero even though he's in his 60s. Concord Records presents the soundtrack form the runaway hit film. Indy films would not be nearly as exciting
if the music wasn't so important.
Composer and Conductor John Williams is back and once again he
presents the classic Indiana Jones theme and adds to it and enhances it. Relive the film through music.
Life
Death Love And
Freedom Scheduled for a July release, the John Mellencamp: Life
Death Love And Freedom CD will be released by Hear Music via Starbuck's. Mellencamp fans will not be disappointed
by the new album that presents an older, wiser and more reflective
Mellencamp. Many of the songs deal with aging, the loss of loved
ones, life's changes and John's personal reflections on his own life and
career. The CD features John's trademark guitar work and
heartfelt vocals. Surprisingly not a
lot of heavy drums are present as one would expect from John, considering his
previous releases. The CD is an easy-listening journey about life in general. That's not to say that some of John's trademark
hard-rocking is totally absent. For
sure a couple of tunes are John at his rock and roll best. Life Death Love and Freedom is an album
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