The Echo

'Spirit Tracks' disgraces classic 'Zelda’ series

The Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks Developer: Nintendo Platform: Nintendo DS 1 1/2 out of 5 pitchforks

By Adam Burch | March 8, 2010

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By-the-book ‘Brooklyn’s Finest’ nothing new for moviegoers

“Brooklyn’s Finest” is like three movies for the price of one. However, that’s not necessarily a good thing.

By Nick Spake | March 4, 2010

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Trailer Treasure: 'Alice In Wonderland'

Michael Fisch and Laura Palmisano analyze director Tim Burton's upcoming surrealist smash "Alice In Wonderland."

By Matthew Levy | March 3, 2010

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Exhibit, discussion highlight Michael Jackon’s contributions

A professor and a librarian organized an art exhibit and discussion to showcase Michael Jackson’s life and work.

By Scarlett Jane Heydt | March 2, 2010

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Q&A: Jerry DePizzo from O.A.R. (…Of A Revolution)

The State Press recently caught up with Jerry DePizzo, who provides saxophone, guitar and back-up vocals for the band, to talk about O.A.R.’s past, present and future.

By Lenni Rosenblum | March 2, 2010

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‘Of Men and Angels’ slips up

Bryce Avary, The Rocket Summer, is sure to throw more than a few fans to the wayside with his new soundalike album.

By Jake Fournier | March 2, 2010

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‘Similes’ reminiscent of nap time

In his Feb. 24 release “Similes,” Eluvium’s Portland-based composer Matthew Cooper attempts to branch into a new direction.

By David Robles | March 2, 2010

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Artist: Enterprise helps capture vision

A world-renowned lighting artist told students of the importance of entrepreneurship in creating art in a Monday lecture as a part of the Herberger Institute's performing arts venture experience.

By Ashia Johnson | March 1, 2010

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‘Eyelid’ proves Phantogram’s originality

In this day and age of music, the natural action for bands to take is simple: pick a genre and latch on with a kung fu grip.

By Dane Jarvie | February 28, 2010

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Stiller takes ‘exciting’ dramatic turn in upcoming ‘Greenberg’

Stiller, known more for his comedic roles, still cracks a few jokes in “Greenberg".

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | February 28, 2010

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Q&A: Up-and-coming pop-rock artist Matt Hires

If there’s one up-and-coming acoustic pop artist to check out this spring, it’s Matt Hires.

By Lenni Rosenblum | February 28, 2010

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Funny ‘Cop Out’ a refreshing entry in buddy-cop genre

“Cop Out,” starring Bruce Willis and Tracy Morgan, looks stupid, but isn't — it's hilarious.

By Preston Carter Melbourne-Weaver | February 26, 2010

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Eisner’s ‘Crazies’ provides good horror remake

Breck Eisner's remake of "The Crazies" is bloody, gory and full of smart and well-developed characters.

By Nick Spake | February 26, 2010

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Q&A: ‘She’s Out of My League’ actor Nate Torrence

The new romantic comedy “She’s Out of My League,” starring Jay Baruchel and Alice Eve, is set for a March 12 release.

By Alex Foote | February 24, 2010

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Q&A: Independent game developer Hunter Gough

Hunter Gough is an independent game developer, one piece of the rising indie games movement.

By Adam Burch | February 24, 2010

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Tempe Music Festival canceled

Inability to secure talent causes Tempe Music Festival cancellation.

By John Genovese | February 24, 2010

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Walker has no problems on ‘No Heart’

Much like Julius Caesar, Butch Walker has come, seen and conquered.

By Jake Fournier | February 23, 2010

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Q&A: Acoustic blues-rock recording artist Citizen Cope

Brooklyn-based blues-rock artist Citizen Cope put together his first self-released album on his own new label, Rainwater Recordings.

By Lenni Rosenblum | February 23, 2010

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