Music's past heroes return to the spotlight
by Mark Congdon Jr. in Entertainment
Everyone knows that the old favorites never fail to inspire audiences. American Idol regularly tests new talent by challenging with songs from decades past. Artists such as Led Zeppelin and Queen are the models for many new, young performers. But while Led Zeppelin and Queen won't be coming back anytime soon, some former pop stars have decided that they're not quite finished.
by Alison Woody in Entertainment
The Hardware Bar, located at 12 South Main Street in Wilkes-Barre, had everything going for it before it even opened its doors. It is run by a successful owner who operates numerous other bars across Pennsylvania, it has a great "Coyote Ugly" theme and, lastly, it is a fresh face in a slow downtown nightlife.
by Alissa Lindner in Entertainment
Outside the meeting of Sigma Kappa Tan, the rhythmic sounds of stomps and claps beg passersby to stop and listen. Those who do peek in, might soon find themselves moving unconsciously to the lively music and infectious beats.
Sigma Kappa Tan, a new Wilkes step club, was recently granted official status by Student Government.
by Mike Williams in Entertainment
The way things are shaping up, it looks as though 2008 can forever be known, in movie terms at least, as the "Year of the Villain." With many of this year's highest award nods going to people like Johnny Depp for his portrayal of a bloodthirsty barber in Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street and Javier Bardem for his run as No Country For Old Men's murderous Mexican hit man, Anton Chigurh.
Retrojunk.com
by Stephanie Gerchman in Entertainment
Remember those toys you used to play with as a kid? How about the cheesy-yet-catchy commercials that enticed you to want them? If so, get ready for a blast from the past on RetroJunk.com. This website compiles the greatest toys, commercials, people, public service announcements and TV shows from the 70's, 80's, and 90's that could inspire nostalgia in anyone who lived through any of those decades.
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