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Evil Dead
10 hours ago
Sam Raimi’s seminal cabin-in-the-woods cautionary tale The Evil Dead and its sequels are, paradoxically, somewhat hallowed ground in the horror realm; they are to demons as George Romero’s Night of the Living Dead is to zombies. It’s a testament to the reverence for the series that in an entertainment genre filled to bursting with copycats and remakes, no one dared to touch the franchise proper for 30 years. Even now, this reimagining is spearheaded by Raimi himself, co-producing with part of the original team as well as the films’ breakout cult star, Bruce Campbell. Raimi tapped the director of a »
The Company You Keep
5 April 2013 9:03 PM, PDT
Assembling a cast of Hollywood heavyweights can mean many things. It can signify the devil-may-care attitude of an Ocean’s Eleven, where acting luminaries are given quirky, “different” roles so they can have some fun away from their relentless Oscar baiting. It can, quite literally, be stunt casting, such as something like The Expendables, where the gluttony of violence and bloodshed also extends to the role call on posters. In the case of Robert Redford’s newest effort, The Company You Keep, it is a shot across the bow of the serious adult drama, declaring the director/star’s intent to burn the »
No Place on Earth
5 April 2013 8:39 PM, PDT
In 1993, American cave enthusiast Chris Nicola traveled to Western Ukraine for two purposes—to learn more about his ancestral roots and to explore the Gypsum Giant cave system that is home to some of the world’s largest horizontal caverns. When Nicola stumbled onto some miscellaneous artifacts—a key, a comb, a woman’s shoe—he also stumbled onto a much shrouded and forgotten piece of World War II history. In No Place on Earth, director Janet Tobias explores this profound discovery, shedding light on a incredible story of endurance. »
New Girl Review: "First Date" (Episode 2.21)
5 April 2013 2:30 PM, PDT
So far New Girl has done a fine job of balancing just the right amount of uncertainty when it comes to Nick and Jess, yet “First Date” is the first time it starts to feel like it might be dragging out a bit. It’s a big step for these two, so the fact that they are taking their time does make sense, yet with only a handful of episodes left this season, hopefully we’ll know soon if they are going to take that leap or not. »
Video Premiere: Zach Hurd - "She Never Sleeps"
5 April 2013 12:00 PM, PDT
Brooklyn singer-songwriter recently released his third album She Never Sleeps, produced by Rob Dipietro (Norah Jones, Josh Rouse). Following several successful tour dates and media appearances (including at set on Philadelphia’s Wxpn Folkadelphia series) he has now released the video for standout track “She Never Sleeps.” The video was filmed and directed by Ramon J. Goni of Downtown Love Productions, and you can watch it in the player below. »
Hgtv & Paste Present: Leagues - Live from The Stages On Sixth at SXSW
5 April 2013 9:30 AM, PDT
For our ninth annual dayparties during South By Southwest, Paste teamed up with Hgtv to bring downtown Austin four days of music at the Stage on Sixth. Leagues was one band we knew would deliver a great performance. Layering Thad Cockrell’s vocals with sounds from guitarist Tyler Burkum and drummer Jeremy Lutito yields a result that’s impossible to ignore. Since their debut album You Belong Here was released in January of this year, things have been happening quite quickly for the Nashville band. Between winning new fans at every tour stop and their single “Spotlight” making our own list of »
Video Premiere: Whispertown - "State of Mind"
5 April 2013 9:00 AM, PDT
Whispertown, a band that has toured with the likes of Rilo Kiley, Bright Eyes and She & Him, is still garnering attention from the successful release of 2012’s Parallel. The album was released via Gillian Welch and David Rawling’s label, Acony Records, and the band has just released a video for the album’s track “State of Mind.” “I wrote the tune ‘State Of Mind’ about the general state of affairs this day and age, and our collective yearning for change. A fundamental shift of intention and conscience,” said vocalist Morgan Nagler. The video was pieced together from public domain footage »
Song Premiere: Frances Cone - "Rattles Your Heart"
5 April 2013 8:30 AM, PDT
Brooklyn-based singer-songwriter Frances Cone hails from Charleston, and although the gospel influences of her upbringing as a baptist preacher’s daughter and the classical influence of her past as a concert pianist are evident in her music, Cone’s sound is far more difficult to classify. You can listen to Cone’s latest single, “Rattles Your Heart,” in the player below. Video Platform Video Management Video Solutions Video Player »
Bud Light Lime-a-Rita and Straw-ber-Rita Review
4 April 2013 2:48 PM, PDT
Those of you who've followed our Ipa Challenge this week could be forgiven for feeling a bit jealous of our day drinking here at Paste. But it's not always just fun and games. Sometimes we open up the mail and staring at us like some ominous-looking white powder are cans of Bud Light Lime Lime-a-Rita and The Bud Light Lime Straw-ber-Rita. »
Watch The Flaming Lips' Performance on Letterman
4 April 2013 9:00 AM, PDT
Last night, The Flaming Lips appeared on The Late Show with David Letterman, and fans who were expecting frontman Wayne Coyne to bring something weird probably weren’t disappointed. The band debuted a new stage set-up and performed “Look… The Sun Is Rising” with the help of Coyne’s musical baby synth. Check out the performance in the player below. »
The Mindy Project Review: "My Cool Christian Boyfriend" (Episode 1.19)
3 April 2013 3:27 PM, PDT
So far this season on The Mindy Project, action has taken place at an underground rap contest, a zoo, a Chinese restaurant, a sample sale and a high school. So, you know, why not a prison? The show continues its haphazard, frenetic approach in trying to find what’s funny and what works for the show and its cast. Trying to prove that she is altruistic, Mindy joins her colleagues on a volunteer trip to a women’s prison in “My Cool Christian Boyfriend.” Of course, a prison riot ensues. And, of course, Mindy inadvertently starts it because she gives one of »
Blancanieves
3 April 2013 11:31 AM, PDT
As enjoyable as it was before, powered by the Weinstein awards machine, it started barreling toward the Oscars, The Artist was a little obvious, wasn’t it? A black-and-white silent movie about . a black-and-white silent movie star? The greater challenge is to make a black-and-white silent that isn’t meta but is still relevant in the 21st century. Pablo Berger’s exquisite Blancanieves is that film. »
Album Stream: Team Spirit - Team Spirit Ep
3 April 2013 10:00 AM, PDT
Brooklyn band Team Spirit had a busy South by Southwest, and the buzz from their many performances is growing, not fading. The band, composed of members Ayad Al Adhamy, Cosmo Kilburn Digiulio, Roman Tobias Pettigrew and Mike Addesso, the blend of catchy beats and vocals gives the band something different. Perhaps they have their forthcoming self-titled Ep to thank for the building excitement. The release will feature five songs, including the popular single “Jesus, He’s Alright!” and touting the powerful basslines and layered sounds that continue to earn the band new fans. You can listen to the Ep in its »
Album Stream: Quiet Company - Dead Man On My Back: Shine Honesty Revisited
2 April 2013 1:00 PM, PDT
Revisiting a band’s early work is usually an interesting undertaking, but Austin, Texas band Quiet Company gives the concept of a reissue a makeover with their latest project Dead Man On My Back: Shine Honesty Revisited. The album consists of the same songs as the band’s 2006 album Shine Honesty, but the guys went back into the studio and rerecorded the album, allowing the record to showcase the songwriting that earned fans’ hearts in the first place while demonstrating the way their sound as evolved, to. Dead Man On My Back is set for release on April 9, but you »
Song Premiere: The Weeks - "Brother in the Night"
2 April 2013 8:30 AM, PDT
Although they’ve been playing music together since 2006, Mississippi band The Weeks has been gaining momentum rapidly in the past year. Hitting the studio with Grammy-winning producer and engineer Paul Moak and confirming an appearance at Hangout Music Festival this summer has the band poised to make quite a splash with forthcoming album Dear Bo Jackson. The band’s sound blends classic Southern rock influences with a grungy yet soulful twist to give the band a sound all their own. And it’s working – in addition being one of our favorite acts at SXSW and claiming a spot as one of »
Album Stream: Little Tybee - For Distant Viewing
2 April 2013 8:30 AM, PDT
Atlanta-based Little Tybee, a band that continues to win us over with their layered sound and ethereal pop vibe, is set to release their latest effort For Distant Viewing on April 9 via Paper Garden Records. The band is comprised of vocalist and guitarist Brock Scott, guitarist Josh Martin, vocalist and violinist Nirvana Kelly, percussionist Pat Brooks, bassist Ryan Donald and Chris Case on keys. For Distant Viewing showcases the group’s unique aesthetic, and you can preview the release in its entirety below. If you like what you hear, the album can be pre-ordered on vinyl and cd and is »
The 10 Best Games at Gdc 2013
2 April 2013 8:11 AM, PDT
The Game Developers Conference in San Francisco isn’t just about sitting in sessions during the day and partying at night. Developers are anxious to show the press what their games are all about, even if they’re early in development. That results in a whole list of games (often concretized by a pocket full of business cards and Usb drives) to look forward to. We collected our favorite and ranked them for your convenience. We realize you don’t have a bunch of business cards, but do your best to remember the names of these games anyway. 10. Fist Puncher As the »
Song Premiere: Sun Angle - "Raspberry"
1 April 2013 10:45 AM, PDT
Portland trio Sun Angle—which features vocalist and guitarist Charlie Salas Humara, bassist Marius Libman and drummer Papi Fimbres—recently announced their debut full-length, Diamond Junk. The album was produced by Menomena’s Danny Seim and recorded in a rural cabin in Zigzag, Ore. The recording process was a quick one, fostered by the total immersion in the music provided by the rustic setting. Listen to a new song from the album, “Raspberry,” in the player below. Diamond Junk is set for release on May 7 via New Moss Records. »
Photos: The National Reserve - Brooklyn, N.Y.
1 April 2013 10:00 AM, PDT
Brooklyn’s The National Reserve just cut a new Ep, Trouble In Mind with producer Joel Hamilton (Blackroc, Matisyahu). The band premiered the Ep live at the Knitting Factory last week. Paste caught this brief interview with front man Sean Walsh after the set. Paste: How would you describe the new album? Walsh: This time around was more of a band effort. To me, it feels like more of an organic experience than the other records. It sounds like me having a great time with my friends. It’s a bit bluesy, it has some of the country vibe from our live »
Video Premiere: Great Peacock - "Family Home"
1 April 2013 8:30 AM, PDT
Longtime friends Andrew Nelson and Blount Floyd have been making music together for the entirety of their friendship. They’ve seen the rise and fall of two bands and watched several bandmates come and go, but writing and performing music together has kept the pair’s friendship alive amidst the many changes in lineup. Now, as Great Peacock, it seems the duo has really hit their stride. Performing harmony-driven folk rock tunes reminiscent of Ryan Adams, the band has been influenced by classic country artists as well as their contemporaries in the indie-folk scene. Check out the video for their track “Family »
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