Archive for November, 2011

11 Nov. 2011

Just Visiting Album Review by Gerard Ucelli


Even though this album isn’t what I’m necessarily into, these guys have a very radio friendly rock sound that is highly reminiscent of the grunge era. The single “Life In A Shoebox,” which is hands down the best song off this album, the band can be easily compared to bands such as Nirvana and Beck. …

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11 Nov. 2011

Interview with Nick Katsoris: Author of Loukoumi’s Celebrity Cookbook


Nick Katsoris, author of the children’s book Loukoumi series, took some time from his schedule to talk about his latest book in the series entitled Loukoumi’s Celebrity Cookbook, which features the favorite childhood recipes of over fifty celebrities. According to Nick Katsoris, he remarks, “The idea to do a children’s cookbook came about at the …

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11 Nov. 2011

‘Cold December Night’ by Alan Chang


There’s no doubt in my mind the album Cold December Night produced by Alan Chang gave new life to classic Christmas tracks. Since each song has been covered numerous times I believed this album would fail to differ from others. I’m glad to report I was wrong. The songs were given a much needed makeover, …

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11 Nov. 2011

Taylor Swift Speak Now World Tour Live CD and DVD Review


Taylor Swift’s Speak Now World Tour Live CD/DVD came out on November 21, 2011, via her record label, Big Machine Records. The CD opens with her latest chart-topping single “Sparks Fly.” It is followed by her latest CD’s debut single “Mine” and “The Story of Us.” Swift shows her audience how to have a good …

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11 Nov. 2011

Broken Records Magazine Interview with Ryan Cabrera


Broken Records Magazine’s Markos  Papadatos chatted with the amazing Ryan Cabrera following his “2011 Rock the Schools” performance at Gramercy Theatre, New York City. The concert took place on Friday, November 18, 2011, and was co-hosted by Trey Morgan from Z100 and Lauren Berger, The Intern Queen. Regarding the benefit concert, “It was so much fun!” …

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11 Nov. 2011

Broken Records Magazine Interview with Dion Roy


Broken Records Magazine’s Markos Papadatos catches up with the extremely talented singer-songwriter Dion Roy on Friday, November 18, 2011, at Gramercy Theatre, NYC. On performing for the 2011 “Rock the Schools,” Dion Roy remarks, “it was amazing! The set, sound and crowd were amazing and I was really happy to be a part of this …

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11 Nov. 2011

Eli Young CD Review: “Life at Best”


Eli Young Band’s latest studio album Life at Best was released on August 16, 2011 via their label, Republic Nashville. It opens with the catchy “Even if it Breaks Your Heart” and it is followed by their spitfire, chart-topping Billboard single “Crazy Girl,” co-written by country star Lee Brice, which is one of the favorites …

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11 Nov. 2011

Broken Records Magazine Interview with Matt Koziol


Broken Records Magazine’s Markos Papadatos chats with up-and-coming singer-songwriter Matt Koziol at the 2011 “Rock the Schools” show at Gramercy Theatre, New York City. Regarding the 2011 “Rock the Schools” benefit, pop and alternative rock singer-songwriter Matt Koziol remarks, “it’s really cool. When I heard about the event, and when they asked me to come, I …

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11 Nov. 2011

Interview with Lisa Bianco


Written by: Gerard Ucelli BRM: You just released your new album Momentum. What was the songwriting process like for this album?   Lisa Bianco: It was a little different than the last album “Post Data.” I clearly wanted to write different and kill the switch on mid tempo. In the past If I had a …

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11 Nov. 2011

MACEDO Interview (Broken Records Magazine)


Written By: Gerard Ucelli BRM: You girls are releasing your debut album Flags and Boxes. I heard you were writing this during your last semester. What was it like trying to balance music and school? Macedo: It was pretty crazy. I went to Emerson College in Boston where I got a BFA in acting. I …

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