FlipSide Blog http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/ Social commentary and random ramblings from the FlipSide entertainment magazine staff and some special guest posters. Guaranteed to increase your knowledge of little-known entertainment trivia. en Copyright 2009 Thu, 08 Jan 2009 15:31:26 -0500 http://www.sixapart.com/movabletype/ http://www.rssboard.org/rss-specification '1,000 Recordings to Hear Before You Die' book-cover.jpeg
Albeit a bit morbid, this eclectic list is sure to expand your musical horizons.

The book-turned-Web site includes everything from ABBA to AC/DC. You can read the blog and buy albums.

You already know my beef with lists and who has the authority to to tell me what to listen to, watch and download. But, despite the lack of gangsta rap, this one seems legit.

I better get crackin' before I bite the dust.

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]]> http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2009/01/the-scoop-dreamwrights.html http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2009/01/the-scoop-dreamwrights.html Erin McCracken Laura Randisi Nightlife DreamWrights FlipSide The Scoop Thu, 08 Jan 2009 12:41:38 -0500 Say in ain't so, Indy Yeah, I'm behind the curve as new movies go, but I just saw the lastest Indiana Jones flick the other night.
And I will never get the two hours of my life back -- ever.

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The whip doesn't crack as loudly as it used to and his Fedora seems a bit worn. While the quips were still funny, the special effects were so 2003. I thought I'd be OK with the star-studded cast of Cate Blanchett, Harrison Ford and Shia LaBeouf. WRONG. Anyone else see bother to see the movie? Or have any thoughts?

]]> http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2009/01/say-in-aint-so-indy.html http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2009/01/say-in-aint-so-indy.html Laura Randisi Movies Thu, 08 Jan 2009 11:27:50 -0500 Bands on the brink The Knux kick it old-school in their "Cappuccino" video.

The Knux and Fleet Foxes could be the new TV on the Radio and Kings of Leon. (hint: They might go mainstream soon.) Find out more about them and other hot groups here.

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At 8 p.m. Monday, the world was introduced to Jason Mesnick, 32, the most eligible man in America according to ABC's "The Bachelor."

The catch? He's the father of a 3-year-old son. Read a recap of the episode here. Read a blog about the show here.

Holler at all the single parents out there. Do you agree with Mesnick going on the show? Is it harder to date when kids are involved? Click here to comment.

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There was just one word that came to mind when I listened to ten tracks of Hova rapping over Radiohead beats. Genius. New York City beatmaker DJ Minty Fresh Beats is the mastermind behind this mashup.

In 2004, Danger Mouse took Jay-Z's lyrics and paired them with the Beatles' "White Album" to make the "Grey Album." Who should Hova rap with next?

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My weekend technically started Wednesday night, so this roundup includes New Year's Eve. This year, I partied like it was 2009. Seriously, when Prince's song came on, I yelled "2009" each time he said "1999."

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1. New Year's Revolution. Watch the video above or click here to read some local toasts.

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]]> http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2009/01/the-scoop-new-years-eve.html http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2009/01/the-scoop-new-years-eve.html Bars & Clubs Erin McCracken Laura Randisi Nightlife The Scoop Thu, 01 Jan 2009 10:00:53 -0500 2008 in three lines or less Drop it like it's hot
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I've been looking back so much recently that I should install a rear-view mirror on this blog. But it's hard to do much else once late December rolls around. Click here to read the YDR's three lines project, which summarizes the top stories of the year.

Still trying to make last-minute New Year's plans? Click here for ideas. If you're just chilling on New Year's, take a 2008 pop culture quiz, find out what the questions of the year were or watch Dick Clark. Happy New Year from FlipSide!

]]> http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2008/12/2008-in-three-lines-or-less.html http://www.yorkblog.com/flipside/2008/12/2008-in-three-lines-or-less.html Celebs Erin McCracken Nightlife TV holiday fun Dick Clark New Year's Eve Wed, 31 Dec 2008 13:51:01 -0500 The Veronicas: So hot right now This Australian sister act (23-year-old twins Lisa and Jessica Origliasso) has a lot of attitude, and I can't get their catchy anthem "Untouched" out of my head. They might just break out in 2009. It would be cooler if the pair did more than stand at the mic wearing heavy eyeliner (i.e. played instruments), but I think this is the perfect pre-New Year's video. Enjoy.

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Death Cab for Cutie frontman Ben Gibbard and actress/She & Him singer Zooey Deschanel are engaged. They had been dating for a year. I guess they kept that under wraps until now. I wonder if Zooey was at Death Cab's Radio City show... Anyway, here's hoping they make some sweet music together.

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VH1 tried to pick the "100 Greatest Hard Rock Songs." The two-hour spectacular, which airs at 9 Tuesday night, will no doubt feature video clips and commentary from pop culture icons. I always wonder who has the authority to rank the songs. Some artist always ends up getting snubbed.

It's not just Best of 2008 lists. It seems like more networks, magazines and Web sites are using the list method to capture readers/viewers. Can anyone say overkill? Who really cares what the top 25 "I did it for the money" films are? The only lists that matter to me are the lists of Grammy, Emmy and Academy Award winners. Word.

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I headed back East Friday and found my parents' house packed with people and food. Saturday and Sunday were spent visiting with relatives and eating as well. I don't even want to think about how many cookies I ingested in the last 72 hours. It makes want to hit the tredmill hard.

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My brother alerted me the hilarious commercials for Diddy's new fragrance I Am King. You have to accept the responsibility to watch this. Now. Can you live in a studio apartment AND be a king? Do men need to be empowered? Find out the answers to these burning questions from P to the D himself. Watch his announcement about a video competition for the cologne.

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