All Consuming : CoreyK

A review of "The Dark Knight"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:44:18 GMT

The Dark Knight

by Christopher Nolan

Spoiler Alert:
Wow. That is all.

Consumed "The Dark Knight"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Sat, 19 Jul 2008 06:44:18 GMT

The Dark Knight

by Christopher Nolan

WORTH IT!

Consuming "Dry: A Memoir"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:16:59 GMT

Dry: A Memoir

by Augusten Burroughs

Consuming "My First Time: A Collection of First Punk Show Stories"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:16:47 GMT

My First Time: A Collection of First Punk Show Stories

A review of "Bowling Alone : The Collapse and Revival of American Community"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Tue, 15 Jul 2008 02:16:29 GMT

Bowling Alone : The Collapse and Revival of American Community

by Robert D. Putnam

Putnam wrote a Bible-sized tome about what’s wrong with America. Bowling Alone is about civic engagement and while I felt the charts and graphs were painfully boring, I liked his message and his methods were more thorough than anything of its kind. As a soc. major in college, I was able to get through it without trouble, but I wouldn’t recommend it to everyone. The cover looks way more fun than the reading is. That being said, Putnam reaches some important conclusions and the book inspired me to, at the very least, bullshit with my neighbors once in a while, throw a block party or two and, if not drag myself to a public meeting, at least send letters to congressman when an issue concerns me. Putnam indites us all for a crime we are all guilty of: not really giving a crap about stuff and losing touch with our friends and neighbors.

A review of "Californication"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:16:12 GMT

Californication

by Tom Kapinos (Showtime)

There are a few shows that have captured my attention in recent years: The Sopranos, Breaking Bad and Californication. Hank, the lead character, is the ultimate anti-hero. This hard-drinking, fight-starting, impulsive sex addict demonstrates why being bad is so good. In this world, the bad guy wins. Long live the bad guy. David Duchovny is no longer Fox Mulder as far as I’m concerned. Now, I can only picture him with a cigarette in his mouth, a glass of whiskey in his hand and a naked chick on his lap. This show was a real treat.

Consumed "Californication"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Thu, 10 Jul 2008 00:16:12 GMT

Californication

by Tom Kapinos (Showtime)

WORTH IT!

Consumed "Go"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Mon, 07 Jul 2008 04:46:52 GMT

by Doug Liman

A review of "Stranger Than Fiction"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:35:34 GMT

Stranger Than Fiction

by Marc Forster

Good film. I was super impressed with Will Farrell and I loved the whole carpe diem message it gave. As far as romcoms go (and I call this a romcom) this tops the list. A great movie to watch with a female and still be entertained.

Consumed "Stranger Than Fiction"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:35:34 GMT

Stranger Than Fiction

by Marc Forster

WORTH IT!

A review of "Lupe Fiasco's The Cool"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:42:49 GMT

Lupe Fiasco's The Cool

by Lupe Fiasco

Lupe Fiasco has his own style. He throws in some rock beats and breaks out pop culture references from things like comic books, anime and video games. His music also takes on some social issues, so for me he fits in with other up-and-coming indie rappers. But he’s just so thug at the same time.

Consumed "Lupe Fiasco's The Cool"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:42:49 GMT

Lupe Fiasco's The Cool

by Lupe Fiasco

WORTH IT!

Consumed "GNV FLA"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:39:55 GMT

GNV FLA

by Less Than Jake

WORTH IT!

GNV ROX!

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 01:39:55 GMT

GNV FLA

by Less Than Jake

Less Than Jake hit it on the head again with this one. I have yet to memorize all the words and pick favorites, but it already promises to be the best LTJ album since Borders and Boundaries.

Consumed "Children of Men (Widescreen Edition)"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Mon, 23 Jun 2008 01:46:23 GMT

Children of Men (Widescreen Edition)

by Alfonso Cuarón

WORTH IT!

Consumed "Graduation"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Sat, 21 Jun 2008 04:28:37 GMT

Graduation

by Kanye West

WORTH IT!

Consumed "Legends Get It On!"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Wed, 11 Jun 2008 00:57:50 GMT

Legends Get It On!

A review of "Graduation"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Fri, 06 Jun 2008 04:41:48 GMT

Graduation

by Kanye West

Kanye struck gold again. More deeply person and insightful lyrics. More gaudy bragging. More danceable beats, distorted vocal melodies, spacey keyboard licks and memorable rhymes than ever. Late Registration will always hold a place in my heart, but Graduation is growing on me. Flashing Lights and The Good Life are instant classics. You’ve heard half of these songs on the radio. The other half you’ll love once you hear them. Worth consuming!

A review of "The Dutchess"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 02:29:12 GMT

The Dutchess

by Fergie

I gave the Fergmesiter an honest try and I DO love the Black Eyed Peas, but what is she doing? This album was weak. After “Fergalicious,” it goes down hill. Production is fine, her voice is average, but the songs are SHITE! Ghetto booty or not, this diva will be forgotten.

Consumed "First Impressions of Earth"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Fri, 30 May 2008 22:05:20 GMT

First Impressions of Earth

by The Strokes

A review of "First Impressions of Earth"

nobody@allconsuming.net (CoreyK) — Fri, 30 May 2008 22:04:49 GMT

First Impressions of Earth

by The Strokes

I never understood all the derogatory remarks about the “The” bands (i.e. The Stroke, The White Stripes, The Hives, etc.). The Strokes put out a third good album. I have yet to find any songs that ring in my head quite like “Reptilia” on the previous album and “Hard to Explain” off the one before that, so I think I owe this another listen. The Strokes brought something fresh to rock music in 2000 (2002?) and they are have really honed their signature sound. Expect more grungey, jangley, danceable pop rock from First Impressions of Earth. If you’re already a fan, you will not be disappointed. If you’re not, you should reconsider.