Friday, November 20, 2009
Viewpoints
Words & Music: Susan Whitall
Susan Whitall: I knew readers would email to add names to my abbreviated list of Motown rock acts in Wednesday's Detroit News story on Power of Zeus
For … Continued
Detroit After Dark: Melody Baetens
Melody Baetens: I've got a pair of tickets to give away to the Electric Six's Saint Andrew's Hall show on Friday, Nov. 27. The band will return home to … Continued
Pop Culture: Adam Graham
Adam Graham: To answer the question in the headline, probably not, but Segel did pull a Mike Jones and give out his phone number to fans at the Wiltern … Continued
Cheers
- Raise your glass to Detroit Beer Week - - 10/22/2009
- Drink up new offerings in beer, spirits - - 10/01/2009
- Fall gives beer-lovers a chance to celebrate - - 09/24/2009
Melody Baetens The Detroit News
Grab a brew at Michigan Cask Ale Festival
On Saturday, Ashley's Beer & Grill near Westland Mall will host the first Michigan Cask Ale Festival. The event boasts the largest selection of casks ales together at one time in Michigan. - 11/12/2009
The Wine Report
Hmm, what should I order?
Not sure what kind of wine to choose on a night out? We've got you covered.
- Virtual Wine Cellar: Wine critic Sandra Silfven's database of wine reviews; browse by category
- Wine of the Day: A recommendation, description and price
- Michigan Wine of the Week: Advice for those who like to buy local
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Music
- Charges dismissed against country singer John Rich - 09:03 PM
- Warrant: Drug in Jackson case came from Vegas firm - 07:32 PM
- Britney Spears' ex sentenced to jail - 07:00 PM
- Jennifer Lopez, Adam Lambert ready for AMA stage - 05:55 PM
- Q&A: Debut CD from Wale taps into his emotions - 04:09 PM
- Eminem says 'Relapse 2' now will come out in 2010 - 03:51 PM
- Miley Cyrus tour bus overturns in Va., killing 1 - 03:38 PM
- Swedish Soprano Elisabeth Soderstrom dies at 82 - 03:28 PM
- Chris Brown receives 'extremely favorable' report - 05:45 PM
Review: Rihanna gets dark and personal on 'Rated R'
Think of it as "Good Girl Gone Really Bad." The Rihanna of "Rated R" is dramatically different from the shimmery pop queen whose 2007 smash "Good Girl Gone Bad" churned out an astonishing eight singles. - 11/20/2009
Motown celebrates 50 years with hometown gala
Detroit -- The birthplace of the Motown sound plans to make some more noise in honor of the record label's 50th anniversary. - 11/20/2009
The big bar night out
Affordable Thanksgiving Eve parties are on tap
Thanksgiving Eve traditionally is known as the biggest bar night of the year. This year, the economy probably won't stop anyone from going out. Whether you are partying downtown on Woodward or out in Wixom, this year's Thanksgiving Eve bashes are affordable. - 11/19/2009
Eminem adds bonus tracks for 'Relapse: Refill' release
The Detroit rapper is re-releasing his 2009 album "Relapse" on Dec. 21, according to various reports. "Relapse: Refill" will include "Relapse," as well as seven bonus tracks. - 11/19/2009
Chris Brown's future rests on music, luck
Chris Brown hits the Royal Oak Music Theatre on Wednesday as part of his "Fan Appreciation" tour. The question remains whether Brown will be able to come back from the February incident where he assaulted then-girlfriend Rihanna, leaving her -- and his career -- bruised and bloodied. Here are three things Brown can do to salvage his once-promising career. - 11/19/2009
Detroit Science Center shows off its hip side with Science Rocks
If you think the Detroit Science Center is stuffy, dull or only for children -- think again. It is filled with cool exhibits with all-ages appeal; and yes, the trippy multicolored escalator is still there. The Science Center continues to push the envelope further tonight with its music-packed event, Science Rocks. - 11/19/2009
Free stuff
Win tickets to Trans-Siberian Orchestra
A quick e-mail enters you in the drawing to win. - 11/19/2009
What's goin' on in Metro Detroit
Our picks and other happenings organized by categories such as music, visual arts/museums and film. - 11/19/2009
Small's in Hamtramck celebrates anniversary with a three-day bash
At Small's Bar, no one cares about clothing labels, the car you drive or if you drive. The place is about live music and being one of the best neighborhood bars in Hamtramck. It's a simple formula, one that can probably be credited to the bar's 10-year lifespan. - 11/18/2009
Berlin Philharmonic gives splendid performance in Ann Arbor
Great expectations preceded the Berlin Philharmonic's double turn through Brahms on Tuesday night at Hill Auditorium. The place was packed with some 3,500 zealous music lovers. - 11/18/2009
Madonna might belong to the world now, but we had her first in Michigan. On the occasion of her induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, we offer a look-back, with interviews amd reports from the archives, photos, audio, video, an interactive quiz, and your memories and photos.
