Diamonds in the Rough must have known they were worthy of their name before they brought it to the masses, because the tracks the group of nine lay out on "Vision Quest" are stellar.
Tall or Grande. Latte or Americano. Chai or Yerba. It's all part of a vocabulary that's become as American as the term "supersize." While the American coffee craze is nothing new, the specialty coffee industry has exploded in the last decade and the Lansing area is no exception as people of all ages, especially students, flock to the same hangout: the local coffee shop. MSU graduate student Jiyoung Hwang typically gets a regular cup of coffee when she studies at Beaner's Gourmet Coffee, 270 W.
They might be superheroes, but comic-book favorites like Batman and Blade can't make the death-defying leap from page to screen without a little assistance.
A crimson hot air balloon touches down for a brief moment in a pastoral field. It's obvious the navigators are having trouble grounding the vessel. A handful of passersby rush to the rescue, throwing their weight on the balloon's basket.
In a year where music listeners packed piles of singles onto their sleek iPods, downloaded their favorite hits from iTunes and endlessly played that one Franz Ferdinand song, there were some good records released.
Okemos resident Juanita Baldwin will be exhibited at the East Lansing Public Art Gallery this year. Having no professional art background, Baldwin specializes in landscapes, seascapes and still lifes. Located inside the Hannah Community Center, 819 Abbott Road, Baldwin's art can be seen from 6 a.m.
When I was in ninth grade, there was only one video game in existence. I kid you not. I occasionally heard rumors that there were other games, and even game systems, floating around, but I took no notice.
There's nothing to like about the film "Closer." Its plot meanders aimlessly. Its characters are disgusting human beings.
Martina McBride will preform at 7:30 p.m. Sunday at Breslin Center for her "The Joy of Chirstmas" concert tour. Winner of two Country Music Awards and the Academy of Country Music's Female Vocalist of the Year award, McBride will perform the concert using changing film backdrops and digital art projections. Ticket prices are $37.50 and $47.50.
We all remember "American Idol" winner Fantasia Barrino who won over America with her powerful voice and touching songs dedicated to her daughter and family. Fantasia, who dropped her last name after winning the competition, put that voice and those songs on vinyl when she released her first album, "Free Yourself" on Nov.
Is it jazz? Possibly folk? Maybe bluegrass? How 'bout rock? Three-part harmony? The trio, Maggi, Pierce and E.J., straight out of Philadelphia, makes music that is absolutely out of this world.
Mel Brooks' "The Producers" proves that it has become the best of Broadway. With 12 Tony Awards, the show has won more validation than any other production in history and is scheduled to open Tuesday at Wharton Center. "It's a hilarious piece that anyone who wants to have a few laughs can definitely enjoy," said actress Charley King, who plays Ulla in the production. The story stars Max Bialystock, a grumpy and forgotten theatrical producer and his naive accountant, Leo Bloom.
Ettison Clio is like gossip floating from ear to lip - they quickly gain "whispering status" as their tunes become juicier and their fan base more widespread.
For thousands of Sudanese refugees, a journey to America is like "going to heaven." At least that's the initial perception of teenagers featured in "Lost Boys of Sudan," the 2003 documentary that follows a group of orphaned refugees as they travel to the United States in search of employment and education. The film features Peter Nyarol Dut and Santino Majok Chuor, inspiring youths who lost their families during the civil war in Sudan.
There is a point to this column, I swear. Magazines, movies and all the other crap-filled media in the world tell us to "watch out" for the freshman 15 when we come to college - like we're supposed to constantly walk around with an anti-doughnut or anti-beer necklace.
The Eternals are one of those bands that are totally grooveable - until the point when the lead singer opens his mouth.
Welcome back to "Rock Your Body," The State News' fitness and nutrition column. Each week, we hit up our local experts with some questions and pass on their wisdom to you. But before we get to the goods, we thought we'd tell you a little bit about who'll be giving you advice. Tom Ostrander: Tom is the owner of Powerhouse Gym, 435 E.
For many people, the holiday season can be a time when extra cash is hard to come by. A need to purchase gifts and update winter wardrobes can leave students at a loss when it comes time to enjoy some of life's extras or even some of its necessities.
How do you take the story of a phenomenal ancient warrior and turn it into possibly the most boring three hours of your life?
In an effort to help the community get away from stress and chaos, director Judie Town said the Lansing Civic Players production "Meshuggah-Nuns!