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What to Download: New Music on iTunes

BuzzSugar — Tue, 02 Sep 2008 15:30:40 -0700

Tuesdays are big in entertainmentville: Not only do all the new DVD releases hit Netflix, but new music also pours into stores, including iTunes. So I take a spin through each week's iTunes music releases and pick out some albums and tracks worthy of a download. Here are today's selections:

Man band: Well, they are all grown-up and reunited, and it feels so good. OK, it's also a slowish music day, but I've been pretty curious to sample the new New Kids on the Block CD, The Block (heh). The album's not bad and is in fact pulling in some decent reviews. The LA Times said the Kids have definitely matured due to the "surprising strength of most of the material." I really like "Twisted" (no really! I do!) and "Click Click Click" is actually, like, pretty! Overall, I'm enjoying the CD and will potentially exercise to a lot of these tracks.

Nashville star: Brooke Waggoner is a piano-playing singer-songwriter out of Nashville who reminds me in a lot of ways of Regina Spektor. Her new album, Healing for the Honey, is out exclusively on iTunes today and explores themes of heartbreak and healing. One song, "The Wrong," is a gorgeous break-up song that I must have for my own. "Young Friend" is a great track as well. Check her out!

One more album up next so read more.

Austrian electro-pop: Madita, an Austrian pop singer and actress, released a new single today called "Better Brother" and I think it's quite catchy. Her voice is unique and this is certainly danceable. Take a listen and let me know what you think!

Buzz News Roundup, 6/13

BuzzSugar — Fri, 13 Jun 2008 13:45:42 -0700

George Clooney will produce and possibly star in The Tourist, an international spy thriller, Variety reports.
Jason Priestley wants a job on the new 90210 - but as a director, not an actor, TV Guide reports.
Amanda Peet will star alongside Chiwetel Ejiofor in the post-apocalyptic film 2012, according to Zap2it.
Natasha Bedingfield will open for New Kids on the Block on the band's reunion tour, Billboard reports.
The Futon Critic has details on Dating Brad Garrett, the actor's new online dating series.
JJ Abrams' upcoming series Fringe is getting a comic book prequel before its September premiere, ComingSoon reports.

Coldplay's new album is selling well in the UK ahead of its Tuesday release in the US, Reuters reports.
Warren Beatty has received a lifetime achievement award from the American Film Institute, the Associated Press reports.

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What to Download: New Music on iTunes

BuzzSugar — Tue, 13 May 2008 14:29:25 -0700

Tuesdays are big in entertainment-ville: Not only do all the new DVD releases hit Netflix, but new music also pours into stores, including iTunes. So I take a spin through each week's iTunes music releases and pick out some albums and tracks worthy of a download. Here are today's selections:

Just in time for summer: I've been excitedly anticipating the release of this new Death Cab for Cutie album for a while now. From what I've heard so far I'm really loving it. Tracks like I Will Possess Your Heart have that jam-band quality we got a peek at a little while ago, but I'm finding other songs on the album are equally as unexpected like You Can Do Better Than Me for example. Personally, I'm downloading the entire thing.

Raise your hand if you like pretty songs: Jason Mraz's new album We Sing. We Dance. We Steal Things. is finally here and there is even a special bonus track version you can pick up at iTunes. I think Jason Mraz is a little like John Mayer - you either dig the singer-songwriter's pop style or you don't. One thing I'll say about this new album is it is far more intimate and laid back than his previous poppy coffee house tunes. One bonus track, I'm Yours is already a bit of an Internet phenomenon and for good reason. It's really sweet!

To more to download, so read more.

British invasion: There's got to be something in the water across the pond because here comes another gritty, bluesy voice out of the UK, a la Amy Winehouse. The LA Times calls Duffy's soulful album a "very early-'60s retro sound" and I'm really digging it. I think most people will love her sassy up-tempo tunes like Mercy but I really like her voice slowed down and bluesy in Warwick Avenue.

They've got the right stuff: Are you ready for the first single from the reunited NKOTB?! It's called Summertime and it's, you know, boy band-ish. But it's fun and nostalgic and you'll probably giggle a little.

Will You Go See the New Kids on the Block On Tour?

BuzzSugar — Fri, 04 Apr 2008 13:32:26 -0700

Well, as of this morning's announcement on the Today Show, it's really official: The New Kids on the Block have reunited, confirming the rumors from earlier this year. The former heartthrobs - who seem like they shouldn't be called "new kids" anymore, but oh well - will record a new album and head out on tour. Donnie Wahlberg promised: "We’re going to dance, we’re going to sing, we’re going to do it all."

Judging from the crowd's reaction on Today, it seems like the guys still have some fans. Check out the video and let me know: will you go see them on tour?

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Buzz Brainteaser

BuzzSugar — Tue, 29 Jan 2008 04:30:00 -0800

Welcome to Buzz Brainteaser, the trivia feature on BuzzSugar! Every weekday I'll test your knowledge about TV shows, music and movies. If you enter in the correct answer, you win points! In light of the recent rumor that the New Kids on the Block might be staging a comeback, here's a NKOTB Brainteaser.
What was the name of the New Kids on the Block Christmas album?
Do not include any punctuation or your answer may not register.

Are The New Kids on the Block Hangin' Tough Again?

BuzzSugar — Mon, 28 Jan 2008 08:30:22 -0800

"I Remember When" the New Kids on the Block were the coolest band in every oversized-T-shirt-and-jelly-bracelet-wearing girl's record collection. Jonathan, Joey, Jordan, Danny, and Donnie definitely had "The Right Stuff."

But, more than a decade after the band called it quits, can they once again "Hold On" to their 80s-era fame? According to People, the New Kids are coming back, following in the footsteps of the Backstreet Boys and Spice Girls. People said an announcement would come in the next couple of weeks, and the band's official site is active again. (No word yet on whether the official fan club will follow.) Update: Danny Wood reportedly issued a MySpace bulletin denying the report.

I have to imagine one New Kid (but which one?) woke up one morning, surveyed the remains of his entertainment career, and started to wonder, "Where Do I Go From Here?" Do you think all the New Kids were ready for a reunion? Or did one have to plead with the rest: "Let's Try It Again." "Time Is On Our Side!"

"What'cha Gonna Do About It"? Do you think NKOTB will have to "Face the Music" with an ill-fated comeback? Or will you be loving them (forever)?

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Grey's Anatomy Rundown, "Invasion"

BuzzSugar — Fri, 16 Oct 2009 11:23:13 -0700

Seattle Grace has been invaded, and this time it's with new doctors in addition to fresh patients and injuries. It doesn't take very long for the surgeons to butt heads with the Mercy West newbies - in fact, Izzie is ready to throw down after one of the doctors takes George's locker in the locker room. Eventually, Izzie is the only one who warms up to the Mercy Westers, only to get burned first by a new friend and then by the chief.

Ready to talk about all of the drama with the new kids on the block? Just read more.

The docs are on the defensive from the minute they are "invaded" by Mercy West. New guy Jackson (aka hot guy from The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants 2) immediately gets on Owen's good side by suggesting a new method of appointing patients. Throughout the episode, Jackson proves to be most likable of the new doctors, which makes Cristina hate him even more.
For the second week in a row, Cristina has beef with Owen because he doesn't play favorites. Her self-assurance continues to plummet, and by the end of the episode she has a breakdown in Meredith's hospital room about how much she misses heart surgeries. It was interesting that she mentions Burke after all these seasons of silence (though at this point it feels like he's been gone forever), and I loved that she jumps right into Mere's bed even though they are both in a "dark and twisty" place.
Callie's father returns, though it's not exactly the joyful reunion she's been hoping for. He brings a priest along for the trip, prompting Callie to protest that you can't "pray away the gay." Later they square off again, citing religious quotes, but ultimately he begins to accept his daughter for who she is. This is a major breakthrough for Callie's relationship with Arizona, as she's the one who gets through to Callie's dad, even admitting that she loves Callie. Aww.
Lexie tries to be welcoming to the new doc she's working with, though it doesn't take long for her to see that the newbie is one-upping her photographic memory. Prompted by the patient she's working with (who happens to be a thief), Lexie turns the tables and uses the newbie's diary to get the upper hand. In true Lexie fashion, she feels bad in the end and apologizes. Am I the only one who thinks the new doctor is kind of like Lexie 2.0? Their dynamic reminded me of when Lexie first started and tries really hard to make nice with Mere, but gets the cold shoulder in return. Maybe Lexie and Meredith are growing more alike as they get to know each other.
The most dramatic moments of the night are wrapped up in Izzie. Though wary at first, Izzie quickly bonds with and embraces her new friend Charles - until she overhears him referring to her as his "own surgical bitch." (Ouch). It obviously gets to her, and Izzie lets her emotions get in the way of her work, nearly killing a patient waiting for a transplant. It's clear that the other doctors aren't willing to give her a free pass because she's a cancer survivor; Bailey hands her a heavy reprimand and ultimately the Chief lets her go.
Alex continues to try to defend Izzie to the chief, though this week his pleas are starting to sound desperate. He gets so fiercely competitive with newbie Reid that a patient's family member is forced to step in. At the end of his stressful day, he gets the biggest bomb of all - Izzie breaks the news that she's leaving him a note. We all knew the firing was coming, but I didn't think her relationship with Alex would end so quickly. He has a rare emotional moment breaking the news to Mere and Cristina, and even they don't know how to comfort the usually cocky Karev. (Gotta love the moment of comic relief when Meredith is trying to prompt Cristina to give him a hug).

Now that Izzie's gone, what do you think will happen when she gets back? Is it really over for her and Karev? Did you like seeing the fresh meat at Seattle Grace or were you just as irritated as the doctors?

For more on everything Grey's, check out the Grey's Anatomy Junkies group in the BuzzSugar Community!

Link Time!

BuzzSugar — Wed, 14 Oct 2009 14:00:00 -0700

ABC adds Benjamin Bratt to its Modern Family - TV Squad

Like Roxie's bedroom on Eastwick? Here's how to get the look - CasaSugar

Jordin Sparks covers Katy Perry's Hot 'N' Cold - HitFix

Tommy Lee Jones joins Matthew McConaughey for Lincoln Lawyer - MTV Movies Blog

The new Bachelor is announced! [drumroll] He's last season's reject, Jake - PopWatch

SNL dish: Tracy Morgan has fighting words for his former costars - Defamer

Amy Poehler talks about Parks and Recreation and her knife-fight with New Kids on the Block - TV.com

Exclusive photo of Gavin Rossdale on Criminal Minds - Watch With Kristin

Rashida Jones's graphic novel is being made into a film! - Cinema Blend

Shannen Doherty's new Hallmark movie = awesome -The Futon Critic

Desperate Housewives Rundown Season 6 Premiere "Nice Is Different Than Good"

BuzzSugar — Mon, 28 Sep 2009 09:30:36 -0700

The season six premiere of Desperate Housewives opens with Mike's much-anticipated wedding and then takes us on a series of flashbacks to the weeks leading up to the big event.

With Edie out of the picture and a new housewife on the block, Mike's marriage isn't the only scandal happening on Wisteria Lane. To chat about the exciting season premiere, just read more.

Susan - She's been avoiding Katherine since she and Mike got back together but is forced to see her when she stops by Bree's house. Hiding behind Lynette, she manages to avoid a confrontation until a delivery man leaves Susan's wedding dress at Katherine's house, leaving her no choice but to go over and pick it up. When Susan stops by, Katherine opens the door wearing the dress - and teases her by cooking red pasta sauce dangerously close to the dress. It's obvious that Katherine is upset about the wedding, but Susan is determined that it be her special day. Susan might have more than Katherine to worry about with Julie back in town being courted by Danny, the new housewife's son.

Bree - Still estranged from Orson and toying with an affair with her divorce lawyer Carl, Bree struggles with her adulterous feelings. When Orson begs her to rethink the divorce and consider counseling, she realizes that "guilt is a small price to pay for happiness" and books a hotel room for a rendezvous with Carl - in clean sheets, of course.

Gaby - Carlos's niece Mariana is living at the house and pushing Gaby's patience. Gaby sees right through Mariana's tricks and tries to keep her teenage ways under control by monitoring what she wears to school and implementing a 10 p.m. curfew. Gaby sees a lot of her teenage self in Mariana and doesn't want her to have to go through the same struggles that she did, so she signs papers to legalize her and Carlos's guardianship over Mariana.

Lynette - Three months pregnant with twins and realizing she'll be 60 years old when they graduate from high school, Lynette is stressed out about the idea of adding two more to the family. In the waiting room at the doctor's office, she scares a young new mom-to-be out of her elation with details about saggy boobs, constant breastfeeding, and absent husbands. Later, she and Tom are together for the first ultrasound, and when she doesn't show any excitement for the babies, Tom confronts her. She breaks down and says she doesn't love the babies liked she loved their other kids. Tom assures her that once she holds them she will, but she doesn't seem too convinced.

Katherine - Crazed from losing Mike, Katherine is a mix of depressed and resentful. She and Susan still haven't spoken since the breakup, and she intends to get a public apology from Susan - at her and Mike's wedding. Susan refuses and locks her in a closet before the ceremony, but she manages to get out and meet them in the aisle after the ceremony. Even after Susan gives in and apologizes in front of the entire church, it's pretty clear that Katherine won't be letting go of her heartbreak, or resentment for Susan, any time soon.

Angie - The mysterious new housewife on the block (spitfire Drea de Matteo) brings her husband Nick and son Danny to Fairview. We see that, obviously, they left some dark past behind when we get a glimpse of some pretty gnarly scars on Angie's back. But Angie won't be the only one stirring things up since Danny seems to have a sordid past too. After he and Julie go on a date and get in a fight and he goes missing after Mike and Susan's wedding, we are left to wonder who mysteriously strangled Julie and escaped the scene.

What did you think of the season premiere? Was there enough crazy and intrigue to keep you watching another season?