Over the years, the marketing professionals at Nabisco, the manufacturers of Oreo cookies, have issued some far-out tips on how to enjoy their beloved treats.
“21 and Over” is the failed attempt at trying to capture the magic of the 21st birthday rite of passage. The film tries to bottle the formula of “Animal House” and “The Hangover” into one outrageous college comedy but can’t quite get it right. Dive Verdict: ?????
Fee. Fie. Fo. Fum. “Jack the Giant Slayer” tears through theaters, crushing the doubts of anybody afraid of another dull children’s story remake. The movie brings an old story to new heights. Dive Verdict: ?????
Hedda Gabler. Madame Bovary. Anna Karenina. Just three of countless stories titled after complex female protagonists from Europe. Their very mention carries the air of sophistication with which they’re praised, which itself carries that slight whiff of disdain for those who don’t “get” it (read: like it). Dive Verdict: ?????
Wouldn’t the world be a fantastic place if each of us had the ability to craft a great album on a whim? Baobab’s Phil Torres makes it look easy. Listening to BAYOHBAHB, one forgets that the record is essentially a solo project. Dive Verdict: ?????
Golden Grrrls’ hotly anticipated debut album is a collection of simple pop songs, all sweet, concise and insanely catchy melodies displaying the best of this dynamic trio. Dive Verdict: ?????
There’s something invigorating about exploring any sort of unknown. On the Toddlers’ 19 EP, maybe it’s Nathan Toben’s soaring and powerful croon a la Roy Orbison, the tangled layers of instrumentation that balance delicacy with harshness or the overall mesmerizing and melancholic breed of “pop noir” that perpetuates a sense of mystery in the best way possible. Dive Verdict: ?????
Highly reminiscent of post-rock groups Explosions in the Sky and Godspeed You! Black Emperor, Gray Young’s latest release Bonfire is a grungy, ethereal mix of instrumentals and sparse vocals. Dive Verdict: ?????
In a few more hours, spring break will once again be upon us. So far, my college breaks have been a little lackluster — sticking around Chapel Hill or Cary to work and see my family.
Triangle band Toddlers released its 19 EP last month. The quartet’s brooding, expansive pop is highlighted by band leader Nathan Toben’s signature croon.
Each week, we’re going to round up new tunes and bring them to you here on the Dive blog. Check out our next installment from Jay Prevatt!
The move of Happy Endings to Friday nights may be a happy ending after all. After a series of mid-season shuffling, first moving the show to Sundays along with the now dead Don’t Trust the B—— in Apt 23, and then to Tuesday night’s comedy block, the sitcom is now set to come back on Fridays beginning March 29.
Outfitted in matching white suits and ties, folk-pop band , Bombadil performed at the Cat’s Cradle Saturday, March 2, debuting tracks off its new record and playing many fan favorites.
Each week, Dive brings you “Behind the Reel,” a weekly blog where staff writers provide commentary on all things related to the film industry. First up we have Alexandria Agbaje post about the continuation of the Star Wars franchise
Saturday 3/2 Cool John Ferguson The Blue Note Grill 8 p.m.,$10 Cool John Ferguson was born on St.
Cassette tapes staging a comeback: At a glance it sounds like a Portlandia sketch, but pause to consider the idea. According to local labels and musicians, tapes are still alive and hissing.
The yearly Nicholas Sparks book-turned-movie has arrived with “Safe Haven.” After the success of “The Notebook” and “Dear John”, Hollywood is churning out these moneymakers as quickly as possible. “Safe Haven” is Sparks’ attempt at shying away from the tragic romance plot and moving into a much more thrilling romance roller coaster. Dive Verdict: ?????
The Kingsbury Manx seems gentle and pure on the outside but in reality packs a soft punch under the surface. Dive verdict: ?????
MV & EE’s new release, Fuzzweed, is a cosmic experimental mix of instruments, effects and styles that range from abstracted reverb to twangy blues. The Vermont-based duo’s combination of electronic effects and acoustic elements give a simultaneously grounding and illusory feel. Dive verdict: ?????
Mac DeMarco, known for his wild and loose rock ‘n’ roll tunes, has taken the indie world by storm with his record 2. He talked to Diversions Editor Allison Hussey about his strange tour happenings, road life and his latest music video.
