How did ‘Clerks’ influence modern comedy movies?
How did 'Clerks' influence modern comedy movies? The influence of Kevin Smith's dialogue can be felt in the modern comedies of Judd Apatow and Seth Rogen.
‘Double Exposure’: The mystery of Sylvia Plath’s missing novel
At the time of her death, Sylvia Plath was working on a second novel. However, the manuscript mysteriously disappeared, along ...
The director Guillermo del Toro called one of the most amazing filmmakers alive
Some kind words carry more weight that others, like those from one’s peers, especially if said peers happen to Guillermo del ...
“I didn’t feel the need”: The album that made The Edge stop playing guitar solos
A look into the guitar playing of The Edge from U2, its public perception and development thanks to the albumsThe Unforgettable Fire and Tee Joshua tree ...
The Green Day album Billie Joe Armstrong called the “next step” forward
Punk rockers Green Day decided to go in a new direction starting with one particular album, later described as marking the "next step" forward for the band ...
The band Billy Corgan said didn’t have any real songs: “I think the work speaks for itself”
Infamous for his cutting remarks on other bands, Smashing Pumpkins frontman Billy Corgan let his feelings known on one giant ...
The role Keanu Reeves admitted he was terrible in: “The reviews were bad, understandably”
In 1995, Reeves joined the cast of the Royal Manitoba Theatre Centre’s production of Hamlet. He took the part of the Danish ...
What is Bob Dylan’s longest song?
At the best of times Bob Dylan is a prolific warbling wordsmith, but his longest song is a sonic exploration that leaves you ...
The one role Nicole Kidman is desperate to play again: “I loved that character”
Nicole Kidman is one of the most talented actors working today, and has named the one role from her impressive filmography that she would like to return to.
“You are what you settle for”: Janis Joplin’s defiant battle against insecurity
Janis Joplin once addressed being faced with expectations and criticisms as a woman in the music industry, saying it's their ...
The song Paul McCartney thought was made for Pete Townshend: “I always imagined him doing it”
For all of the great music Paul McCartney made on his own, this tune was destined for Pete Townshend before he even played on ...
Songhoy Blues – ‘Héritage’ album review: less power, but as vital as ever
The latest effort from the Malian desert blues outfit sees them strip back their sound in favour of embracing the nation's musical traditions.