Babelgum Partners with RingTales to Exclusively Premiere New Dilbert and New Yorker Animated Series Nov 20, 2009
Babelgums programming is comprised of exclusive original productions as well as independent and mainstream titles. Babelgums content partners include, among others, EMI, Sony Music, the New York Times, PBS, BBC, VBS, Lonely Planet, Coolhunting, National Geographic, Funny or Die, T5M, Shine Limited, Cinetic Rights Management, Content Republic, Gong Anime, The Workbook Project, Cinelan, Power to the Pixel and Off the Fence as well as the Encounters, Los Angeles, and Hamptons film festivals. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Entertainment Nov 20, 2009
The official student newspaper of Villanova University since 1916. Advertising/Classifieds. (The Villanovan, PA)
Stringer Sees 3D as Sony's Next $10 Billion Business; Investors Skeptical Nov 20, 2009
Nov. 20 (Bloomberg) -- Chairman forecast 3D movies, pictures and games will be the electronics makers next $10 billion business, challenging investors and analysts who say the technology isnt ready to become mainstream. The maker of Bravia televisions and PlayStation 3 game consoles said yesterday 3D-related products, excluding content, will generate more than 1 trillion yen ($11 billion) in the 12 months ending March 2013. (Bloomberg -- Japan)
What were your Top 10 internet moments? Nov 20, 2009
Facebook struck an immediate chord -- and almost overnight, social media went mainstream ... Both companies took social media mainstream, radically changing the way we connect, collaborate, and communicate with everyone from friends to colleagues to customers. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Greg London Does Double Duty as a Presenter and Major Category Nominee at the Hollywood Music In Media Awards Nov 19, 2009
The red carpet studded HMMA, which honors the music of visual mediums, the talented individuals responsible for selecting it, and the music of artists, both mainstream and independent, from around the globe, takes place Thursday, November 19th, 2009 at the located in the Hollywood and/Kodak Theater complex. London will present five awards to independent music artists. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Deaf audiences can 'see' dialogue Nov 19, 2009
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Jay Sean's Cash Money/Universal Republic U.S. Album Debut ALL OR NOTHING In-Stores November 23rd Nov 19, 2009
Today, the label is responsible for numerous breakthrough and mainstream chart topping artists, including a diverse array of groundbreaking imprints and ventures encompassing new and established platinum and multiplatinum acts such Amy Winehouse, Colbie Caillat, Tori Amos, Hinder, 3 Doors Down, Owl City, Anberlin, Godsmack, Jack Johnson, Damian Marley, Chamillionaire and others. About Cash Money Records: Emerging as a regional hip hop force in the mid-90s, Cash Money excelled throughout the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Wale's Attention: Deficit Debut Album Scores an Attention-Getting First Week Nov 19, 2009
Jon Pareles in The New York Times dubbed Wale "one of hip-hop's hardest workers and greatest hopes" and noted that Attention: Deficit is Wale's "purposeful move into hip-hop's pop mainstream, with brassy production, collaborators (Gucci Mane, Marsha Ambrosius) and a pop hook in every song. The album is confident and catchy, with some telling moments...full of musical delights.". The Washington Post called the album "a stellar offering from a wildly gifted rapper" and Entertainment Weekly... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Apple overhauls entire iPod line Nov 19, 2009
Operas push into the mainstream. Somali woman stoned for adultery. (Yahoo News -- Apple Computer)
Steven Uhles Nov 19, 2009
Music from the fringes rarely migrates to the mainstream. With few exceptions, the heaviest metal and the angriest punk, the most discordant or dour or most original will never see the success of populist acts. (The Augusta Chronicle)
Death Cab For Cutie Bring mtvU Woodie Awards To The 'Equinox' Nov 19, 2009
" But rather than appear as the tiny band that sold out, they were greeted as the local boys who made good in the outside world. Death Cab for Cutie spent the better part of a decade toiling on the margins, and they provided a glimpse into what is possible if you truly stick to your guns and carve out a niche for yourself. Indeed, Death Cab for Cutie simply became too good for the mainstream to ignore. As far as "Meet Me on the Equinox" goes, the band absolutely killed it. Guitarist Chris... (VHI.com -- Music News)
R. Kelly's New Album 'Untitled' In Stores December 1 Nov 19, 2009
On the Mainstream R&B/Hip-Hop list, "One" becomes Kelly's record-breaking 27th Top 10 hit. The second set of singles from the album is getting traction: "" has reached to the Top 20 on the Urban Adult Contemporary radio chart within two weeks of its impact and the dually-released single, "" was recently serviced to urban mainstream radio and is receiving positive feedback. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
TV ad seeks to recruit Arab-Americans to CIA Nov 19, 2009
"They're worth protecting."Careers in the CIA." The commercial, which the agency plans to debut on mainstream and ethnic TV stations and Web sites nationwide within the next few months, represents artistic and technological leaps for the agency. Until now, its print, broadcast and Web advertising has focused on the variety of career options and the diversity among its ranks, but the agency hasn't used a storytelling approach to sell its message.It's part of an ambitious outreach effort to... (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
Commentary: Are MMA fights safe and good for Cameron? Nov 19, 2009
OutWest wrote on Nov 16, 2009 7:04 PM:" Hopefully this discussion doesnt veer from the subject matter too much. Heres my two cents before it does. MMA is a violent and brutal sport, but none the less a sport. Unknown to alot of people there are rules and standards for performance within the event. Yes there is a redneck vibe but hey, Im a redneck and probably will be for life. Im not sure about this but I believe that since MMA has become mainstream there havent been a heck of alot of cases... (Cameron Observer, MO)
Mainstreamer with a melody and mantras Nov 18, 2009
Musically, he's totally mainstream ... His fourth album, Battle Studies, released last week, is perhaps his most mainstream effort to date ... He's content making mainstream pop but believes his next album will be the audio equivalent of an indie flick. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Our climate deeds will influence other nations Nov 18, 2009
We all know that the mainstream of climate scientists believe the main cause is that we have pumped so much carbon dioxide and other greenhouse gases into the atmosphere that they are trapping the heat here - and that to halt the warming, we need to cut those emissions to half current levels ... A credible journalist would have acknowledged that there are tens of thousands of 'mainstream' scientists, many who are climate specialists, who disown manmade global warming and shown the data to be... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
This is the Kings of Leon's coronation into rock royalty Nov 18, 2009
Although American mainstream audiences are just discovering Kings of Leon, Brits have been flocking to the band's shows since 2003's Youth and Young Manhood album. "The U.K. has always had a fascination with the South," says Nathan, who married singer Jessie Baylin, 25, in Tennessee over the weekend. (USA Today -- Life)
Lady Gaga Performs 'Bad Romance' In 'Gossip Girl' Cameo Nov 18, 2009
New Moon' Star Dakota Fanning Prefers Chinese Food To Blood. Dressed in a red gown, singer moved around the stage with her male dancers in front of an audience of NYU students. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Afghan capital readies for Karzai inauguration Nov 18, 2009
rrobin wrote on Jul 14, 2009 7:21 AM:" Canada has taken on a much larger role since 2006 in military operations in Afghanistan, but as usual, AP writers only report on US activity/casualties there. The 2002 "friendly fire" incident in which a US fighter jet dropped a laser guided bomb on Canadian soldiers, killing 4 and wounding 8, was down-played by the US press. Despite this, Canada committed to more forces in 2006 and more support for the next 2 years. It is disappointing that the American... (Montana Standard, MT)
Hands-on experience l The Academy Is... makes Bandersnatch's concert a success Nov 18, 2009
Hot Chelle Rae promptly took the stage after Fazeshift, offering a much cleaner, mainstream sound while still catering to alternative rock fans with songs from their debut album, "Lovesick Electric." Hot Chelle Rae had fun with the audience as well, telling everyone to repeat the verses "Anywhere, I don't care, take me there" whenever the cue was repeated. "I think it was great. The opening was filled with names I'd never heard, but the crowd loved it and the crowd was singing along," said... (Daily Orange, NY)
The Future of Linux is Google Nov 18, 2009
Ubuntu offers a look and feel familiar enough for any mildly savvy user to get comfortable with, but not familiar enough outcompete Windows with mainstream users. Chrome OS, which will use a new windowing environment with the Chrome browser as its main interface, won't compete with Windows on familiarity. (Yahoo News -- Technology)
Show Transcript: November 18 Nov 18, 2009
STEVE LANDEENE, EXEC. DIRECTOR, SPACEPORT AMERICA: It's about being visionary, and I think of the state of New Mexico back from the early days of Goddard, Von Braun, Kitinger, space has always been in the mainstream of what New Mexico is all about. And this is just one more step. (CNN -- US)
Steel Panther's "Death to All but Metal" Has Been Named iTunes 'Single of the Week' Beginning November 17 Nov 17, 2009
Today, the label is responsible for numerous breakthrough and mainstream chart topping artists, including a diverse array of groundbreaking imprints and ventures encompassing new and established platinum and multi-platinum acts. For More Information on STEEL PANTHER you can visit. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
China's rising nationalism Nov 17, 2009
"In the future, energy supplies will become more and more scarce. Today each American consumes 10 times as much energy as each Chinese person. So every nation will have to think about their own survival. At that time, nationalism will be the mainstream.". It is a vision that will give some in America pause for thought. (BBC News -- Americas)
Rakim's Back Nov 17, 2009
To be clear, Waynes flow is exceptional, multi-layered and is more complex than the easily digestible bravado that is most celebrated in todays mainstream rap ... Mainstream pop culture has embraced the genre, positioning MCs as rebelling against poverty (which is important) with hegemonic excess and little else. (Slate)
2009 mtvU Woodie Awards Announce College Radio Winner KUPS Nov 17, 2009
Station from University of Puget Sound in Tacoma, Washington, wins Radio Woodie after 3. 1 million votes were cast. (VHI.com -- Music News)
Lady Gaga Is 'Fantastic Creature,' Say Fellow Celebs Nov 17, 2009
" Another gutsy gal, Garbage frontwoman Shirley Manson, thinks that Gaga's ability to bring the art world into the mainstream is what makes her so appealing. "I love that she's out there doing what she's doing and taking chances and sort of living outside the mainstream in some way but still managing to infiltrate it," she said. "I'm so grateful to her for being out there and not being afraid to be laughed at and taking chances and risks. " Gaga herself recently acknowledged to MTV News that... (VHI.com -- Music News)
British rapper Derek B dies at 44 Nov 17, 2009
"He was one of the first artists that I saw get to such a level through rap, and be on Top of the Pops, be on children's programmes, be on the world stage. "He was one of the ones to do it first, when it was thoroughly unacceptable from the mainstream perspective. At the time, he was absolutely groundbreaking. (BBC News -- Entertainment)
Brit tweets How Spears rated on Twitter Nov 17, 2009
And another took a swipe at the mainstream reviewers: just saw britney in concert. awesome. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Filipino cash cow Nov 17, 2009
Boxing is not considered a mainstream sport in many countries. It does not receive as much coverage as other sports like baseball, football or even Formula One racing, he said. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Sports)
Copyright pirates face crackdown Nov 17, 2009
The British Phonographic Industry (BPI), which represents the mainstream recording industry, broadly welcomed the report but said it would continue to press for the copyright extension. Peter Jamieson, chairman of the BPI, said: "Stealing music is effectively stealing the future of British musicians and the people who invest in them. "The decision on extension is ultimately for the European Commission and we will be putting our case vigorously when it reviews the relevant directive next year. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Layaway makes big comeback Nov 17, 2009
They've turned away from their buy-now-pay-later habits and instead, some have been drawn to more than a half dozen layaway programs that have weaved their way back into the local shopping mainstream. While there are still those trying to maintain a pace that has left them breathless, bargain shoppers are plodding along, paying bit by bit on merchandise shelved in department store storerooms. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
The Parenting Place Nov 17, 2009
With soy, rice and almond milks suddenly mainstream fare, the dairy case has become more crowded than a feedlot. And none of it is cheap. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
'Self Destruct' won't raise 50 Cent's rap worth much Nov 16, 2009
The Massacre's lighter, radio-friendly fare, plus 50's mainstream hawking of branded vitamin water, condoms and Power fragrance, had fans doubting his street cred. Enter this fourth solo effort, which comes bundled with a DVD of the same-named movie, which 50 wrote, directed and stars in. (USA Today -- Life)
Innovator and writer looks ahead - with caution Nov 16, 2009
"This book (reflects) that I had veered far enough off from the environmental mainstream that I had something to say in that regard.". "Whole Earth Discipline" seems designed to stir aggressive debate. (San Francisco Chronicle)
Fed's in Congress' crosshairs, but many experts say hold fire Nov 15, 2009
Many mainstream economists say those moves helped prevent a collapse of the financial system. Nonetheless, they were wildly unpopular because taxpayers were at risk for losses while bad actors were rewarded. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Populate and perish Nov 15, 2009
He is a thoughtful man and his interest stems from his time as environment spokesman during Labor's long period in opposition, when climate change and emissions trading were not mainstream issues. He believes the environment simply cannot sustain more and more people. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
New social media class at UNH Nov 15, 2009
Social media is revolutionary and fast becoming mainstream, said Chuck Martin, chief executive officer of NFI Research in Madbury and author of multiple books about business trends, who will teach the class at UNH.. At a glance. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
* CD Reviews Nov 15, 2009
Frontman and lead vocalist Suming (t) combines a singer-songwriter sensibility with slick pop arrangements that have mainstream appeal. The title track, which refers to the folktale about the shepherd boy and the wolf, starts the album at a dreamy, ethereal pace. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Palin "Vindictiveness" in Her New Book? Nov 15, 2009
" I will venture a guess that many Democrats will be returning the favor and crossing party lines to vote for Sarah "The Quitter" Palin with the realization that she could win an election even if she was the only candidate in the race. by jgg000015 November 14, 2009 11:56 PM EST I think you meant "couldn't" win an election. Whoever came up with that "wacko" part of your name was really onto something. by environmental_wacko November 14, 2009 11:21 PM EST Sarah "The Quitter" Palin has become a... (CBS News)
Studio Hopes Hispanics Find 'Nacho' Tasty Nov 15, 2009
When it comes to young Hispanics, Mr. Rich says the studio's mainstream campaign -- which targets fans of Mr. Black and Mr. Hess -- also will make a mark. Younger generations are as likely to be watching MTV as Spanish-language media. (Yahoo News -- Latinos & Hispanics)
The endless rebuttal Nov 15, 2009
By the late 1970s, the show s producers say, small groups of electronic artists including Human League, Daniel Miller (aka The Normal), and Cabaret Voltaire were creating sounds that fit neither the prevailing rock or mainstream pop models. But the Beatles-on-Ed-Sullivan moment for synthesizer-driven music, the BBC says, came in 1979, when Gary Numan appeared on the British show Top of the Pops. (Boston Globe)
The publishing industry is in a freefall, but comic books are doing fine. You may not recognize them, however. Nov 14, 2009
Hollywood movies like Spider-man, Iron Man, X-Men, and Hellboy, have been catapulting comic book characters into the mainstream cultural consciousness, and the Disney Co. recently snapped up comics behemoth Marvel Entertainment, with its stable of more than 5,000 characters, for a cool $4 billion ... They can be found in mainstream bookstores and malls across the country. (Boston Globe)
Who are the furries? Nov 14, 2009
Page last updated at 12:37 GMT, Friday, 13 November 2009. Fursuits can cost thousands of pounds from shops. (BBC News -- UK)
Snacks make meal of love Nov 14, 2009
Mashing mainstream pop and music-theatre influences, the songs are full of peppery humour and pleasingly rude. The tone darkens in Act II as the relationships hit their various hurdles: Daniel and James have very different ideas about marriage and life with the jet set proves too fast for our trolley dolly. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Entertainment)
Teacher in trouble over whaaaat? Nov 14, 2009
When we are being compared to NBA, NFL, and other high-end mainstream media darlings, it s obvious that the public dialogue has entered a phase of ridiculousness from which we ll never return. Yes, I am a teacher; no, I don t share my private life with anyone other than my close friends. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
'New Moon' CD to make new stars? Nov 14, 2009
The secret to the soundtracks' success isn't too difficult to unravel -- a careful blend of mainstream rock with a handful of more melodic songs, such as Death Cab for Cutie's "New Moon" contribution, the haunting "Meet Me on the Equinox.". Video: New 'Twilight' chapter. (CNN)
CHAT TRANSCRIPT: James Healey answers yor questions Nov 14, 2009
Too, the SC -- though a very attractive car in every way -- wasn't really a mainstream Lexus at the time. Lexus made much of the fact that its designers tried to break the mold, be adventuresome. (USA Today -- Money)
Another View: Political correctness obscures lessons of Ft. Hood Nov 14, 2009
Faced with a man reportedly yelling "Allahu Akbar!" and mowing down dozens of soldiers on a U.S. military base in Texas, journalists at mainstream news organizations and left-wing bloggers were nearly unanimous in promoting explanations that allowed them to ignore the suspect's religious and political beliefs ... But in taking aim at the evasive psycho-babble that dominated early news accounts, the right has engaged in an equally dangerous bias that conflates Hasan's radicalism with the... (Hanford Sentinal, CA)
The Color Precious Nov 13, 2009
Mainstream publications such as the National Review and The New Yorker lampooned Spielberg for deviating from his standard scripts of blockbusters. Newsweek critic David Ansen pronounced Spielbergs effort to be the first Disney film about incest. (Slate)
Managing your nerd Nov 13, 2009
Agreeing with others that there needs to be a geek/nerd differentiation whereby the geeks are noted as being socially capable and aware of their difference to mainstream society, the nerds, not so much ... Agreeing with others that there needs to be a geek/nerd differentiation whereby the geeks are noted as being socially capable and aware of their difference to mainstream society, the nerds, not so much. (Harper's Magazine)
We will rock you Nov 13, 2009
Mainstream music is being used more and more during college sporting events as programs realize the effect in can have on the fans and, in turn, the game. Clemson University installed a new sound system as part of the West Zone project earlier this decade. (CUTigers.com)
•Rockers act the part in battle for stardom Nov 13, 2009
The four-member Greenwood group hasn't done any mainstream touring, and it doesn't have a record deal. But that doesn't stop them from acting the part. (The Daily Journal)
Barnes and Reed: The beginning of a beautiful friendship Nov 13, 2009
All the political novixes thought her 46% was so impressive, but I was never impressed because sole white candidate (serious) with three mainstream appeal, she should ve closed the deal. But I have come to the conclusion, that there are too many smart voters in this town. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
* Singing for their supper Nov 13, 2009
and that innovation can then be borrowed by the mainstream. . (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
EUGENE ROBINSON: When a mental time bomb is ticking Nov 13, 2009
Had authorities learned in advance of any link between Hasan and radical Islam -- as opposed to the mainstream Islam practiced by more than a billion people worldwide -- they could have moved immediately to ensure that Hasan could not hurt others or himself. That wouldn't have been an act of bigotry, it would have been an act of prudence, even compassion. (Fresno Bee -- Opinion)
Gucci Mane Sentenced To 12 Months In Jail Nov 13, 2009
" This year, Gucci definitely was breaking through from the streets to the mainstream, appearing on tracks for the Black Eyed Peas, Mario, Omarion, Mariah Carey and even a 50 Cent song. Gucci's current single is called "Spotlight" and features Usher. This follows on the heels of "Wasted," featuring Plies. This report is provided by Services: Popular Links: theFABlife: VH1Classic.com: 00000000. (VHI.com -- Music News)
The color of Munny Nov 13, 2009
These days, one of the most sought-after and coolest things to collect is the Munny -- a customizable blank figurine from toy giant Kidrobot, a company famous for its conceptual playthings and collaborations with contemporary arti 000005EF sts, designers and mainstream corporations ... " email Philatelists collect stamps, sneakerheads collect kicks and hoarders -- well, they collect just about anything. These days, one of the most sought-after and coolest things to collect is the Munny -- a... (New York Post -- Entertainment)
Precious little progress on race relations Nov 13, 2009
Precious and Obama prove that the rare few can escape those binds, yet in a country where black men remain six times more likely to be imprisoned than whites, the mainstream remains mired in patronising cliches. The public reaction to Precious suggests something more heartening, something that should make people want to stand up and cheer. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Does Hollywood Still Have a Brown Paper Bag Test? Nov 13, 2009
Most of the mainstream black entertainers are light-skinned because the Wannabes are still favored over the Jiggaboos. Chocolate folks dont get much love, even when black people are producing the films and television roles. (Slate)
Asylum sponsors hardcore Thanksgiving Throwdown Nov 13, 2009
Williams said he believes that most artists coming to Penn State are mainstream, so events like Thanksgiving Throwdown are more than welcome. "It's good to see some good underground music coming to Penn State, and that's what Asylum thrives on," Williams said. (Daily Collegian, PA)
The Folly Of A `Drone War' Nov 12, 2009
And lets face it, just about everyone who matters to the mainstream media swears that the drones are just so much more precise in their extrajudicial executions than , which can be so messy. Better yet, when nothing in Afghanistan or Pakistan seems to be working out, the drones are actually doing the job. (CBS News)
BrantJamesInside Racing The IndyCar Racing League may be headed towards glory days. Nov 12, 2009
Executives hope the sponsorship deal will bring IRL back into the mainstream ... Mike Kelly and other IRL executives are hopeful a new sponsorshop by Izod will help bring IRL back to the mainstream audiences ... If the IRL -- make that Izod IndyCar Series -- is to ever recapture its place in a mainstream claimed by NASCAR in the 1990s, this may be the time. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- Racing)
Kids popping pills that can kill Nov 12, 2009
Yet these mostly unproven treatments are now mainstream and used by more than a third of all Americans. This is one in an occasional Associated Press series on their use and potential risks. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
The Parenting Place Nov 12, 2009
With soy, rice and almond milks suddenly mainstream fare, the dairy case has become more crowded than a feedlot. And none of it is cheap. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
