Courtesy of Beaverdale Books Review by Harriet Leitch Tor Books Oct. 14, 2014 Hardcover $17 304 pages Sometimes a book just grabs me because of its title. There was no way I could resist “The Accidental Highwayman: Being the Tale of Kit Bristol, His Horse Midnight, a Mysterious Princess, and
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December 03, 2014 by justin
in Sound Circuit
Recent events have caused people to try new things. The end of live music at House of Bricks on Nov. 23 — while not the end of the world some thought it would be — has caused a few bands to look outside their comfort zones. While not the only
Read More →One of the best qualities of being human is the ability to change one’s mind. Well, after two months of experiences that are simply irrefutable, I must admit that the newest iteration of Microsoft’s Surface tablet is an exceptional mobile device. One year ago I spent two weeks test-driving the
Read More →The Des Moines Social Club has announced the full lineup for its New Year’s Eve “Bash to the Future.” In addition to interactive art installations, photo booths and a human ball drop, the Bash will feature musical performances by Clap Your Hands Say Yeah, as well as Holy White Hounds,
Read More →AC/DC “Rock or Bust” Columbia On a personal level, it has not been a good year for AC/DC. Their drummer was arrested for trying to get a couple people killed, and guitarist Malcolm Young has announced his departure from the band for health reasons. But through it all, the band
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December 03, 2014 by justin
in Political Mercury
In a New York Times editorial two weeks ago, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver endorsed legalization of professional sports betting, saying it is time to bring such wagering out of the shadows and into regulated arenas. “Outside of the United States, sports betting and other forms of gambling are popular, widely legal and subject to regulation,”
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December 03, 2014 by justin
in The Sound
The past couple years have been about growth for Neon Trees in general, and for their front man, Tyler Glenn in particular. As the man who handles the lion’s share of the songwriting duties, much of the band’s success or failure rides on his shoulders. On that front, he has
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Read More →Fat Tony’s Sports Tap has changed its name to Extra Innings Sports Bar and Patio. It remains at its old address, 1500 S.E. First, but some renovations to the interior have been made. Also, expect to find a sand pi t for beach volleyball next summer as owners begin the
Read More →Two of a kind Craig Robinson, 43, known for his role in “The Office,” was arrested on Oct. 9, 2013, for trying to board a plane with marijuana and ecstasy on hand. Robinson pleaded guilty to two counts of drug possession. He could have faced four years in prison, but
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