The Miami Open remains one of the big tournaments Rafael Nadal has never won; he’s 0-4 in finals there. Looks like he’ll have to wait until 2017 to try to change that. “It was getting worse and worse and worse,” said Nadal. “I get a little bit scared — too dizzy. I felt I was … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: March 2016
Judi Dench’s Exits & Entrances: A Celebration Of Shakespeare
Exits and Entrances commemorates the 400th anniversary on April 23rd 2017 of the death of the world’s most celebrated playwright William Shakespeare. The recording comprises readings of many of the most well known and best-loved verse and sonnets from the world’s finest playwright, with specially scored original light classical music accompanying nine of the twenty … Continue reading
New Country-Americana: (Former Navy Seal) Pete Scobell Band’s ‘Walkin A Wire’
Pete Scobell Band — ‘Walkin’ A Wire’ Label: FrogBonz Entertainment LLC It’s as if the young Tim McGraw actually went and fulfilled all of his promise as an authentic country singer, instead of just becoming a well-groomed “brand.” Yep, that’s the kind of exciting it is to listen to singer/songwriter Pete Scobell (and Band) as they … Continue reading
Miami Open Results – Wednesday, March 23rd
RESULTS – WEDNESDAY, 23 MARCH 2016 Singles – First Round K. Edmund (GBR) d J. Vesely (CZE) 64 57 76(6) V. Pospisil (CAN) d D. Schwartzman (ARG) 26 63 76(4) [Q] Y. Nishioka (JPN) d [LL] J. Donaldson (USA) 63 64 S. Groth (AUS) d V. Estrella Burgos (DOM) 63 62 A. Ramos-Vinolas (ESP) d … Continue reading
What To Expect At The Miami Open
The BNP Paribas tennis tournament at Indian Wells may have some residual controversy still lingering on, but the action itself has definitely moved on. It’s time for the Miami Masters—one of the elite ‘Masters 1000’ group of events that the pros love. It’s a great opportunity to gain a lot of ranking points and serious … Continue reading
New Bluegrass: Josh Williams’ ‘Modern Day Man’
Josh Williams — ‘Modern Day Man’ Label: Rounder Records The cover of Josh Williams’ ‘Modern Day Man’ says it all. This is art. It’s a pure and simple portrait of artist and instrument. It looks like a portrait from time past, when those being photographed were required to sit still for an unnaturally long time … Continue reading
New Blues/Rock: Van Wilks’ ’21st Century Blues’
Van Wilks — ’21st Century Blues’ Label: Texas ’51 Records Ummm, yeah. This is exactly what this kind of music should sound like. Van Wilks’ new album, ’21st Century Blues,’ makes it clear from the first note that you can count on him to bridge the past of blues-rock guitar’s legendary legacy and the future. … Continue reading
Two Weeks Until The First Serve Of The 2016 Fayez Sarofim & Co. U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship
It’s almost that time again. The time when Texas hospitality, red clay and good weather (we hope) come together with a superior list of players hoping to win the the 2016 Fayez Sarofim & Co. U.S. Men’s Clay Court Championship. The tournament takes place April 4-10 at River Oaks Country Club in Houston. Here is … Continue reading
Djokovic Defeats Raonic In BNP Paribas Desert Heat Without Even Breaking A Sweat
Novak Djokovic defeated Milos Raonic in the BNP Paribas’ men’s singles final in Indian Wells today. The desert heat reached a high of 94 degrees, making a must-attend March event for tennis fans weary of winter, yet Djokovic didn’t even seem to break a sweat in eliminating Raonic. In the 1 hour, 17 minute match, Djokovic … Continue reading
Countdown To The ACM Awards (List of Nominees)
It’s almost time for the 51st ACADEMY OF COUNTRY MUSIC AWARDS®, Country Music’s Party of the Year®, honoring country music’s superstars and hottest emerging talent. This year’s show will be hosted by Dierks Bentley and reigning ACM Entertainer of the Year Luke Bryan. The ACM Awards will be broadcast LIVE from the MGM Grand Garden Arena … Continue reading
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