MARCH 8, 2009

Full News Archive

• Headline: Allman Brothers Band's Beacon Theater Residency. Impact: The Allman Brothers' annual shows became a cultural touchstone that inspired countless other bands to think, 'If they can do it for 20 years, why can't we just keep recycling our hits for eternity?' Thanks, Allman Brothers, for the endless nostalgia tour!. Fact: Fun fact: The Allman Brothers Band is the only group that can make 'It's spring!' sound like a reason to go see the same songs performed live for the 100th time. Guess some traditions never die!.
• Headline: Music Legends Unleashed: Clarkson, Cornell, Peyroux. Impact: The reviews of Clarkson and Cornell ignited a wave of karaoke nights where people attempted to belt out their songs, leading to the first-ever 'Kelly Clarkson Voice Damage' support group. The ripple effect continues as more people discover they should stick to shower singing.. Fact: Did you know that Chris Cornell once sang so powerfully that he allegedly shattered a nearby window? Talk about a literal interpretation of 'screaming your heart out!'.
• Headline: ‘Watchmen,’ a Dark Tale, Lights Up Box Office. Impact: The success of 'Watchmen' paved the way for a generation of superhero films, leading to the eventual saturation of the market and the rise of superhero fatigue. Who knew that saving the world could lead to cinematic burnout?. Fact: Did you know that 'Watchmen' is based on a comic that was so dark, it made Batman look like a cheerful children's story? Just another reason to keep your childhood heroes at arm's length!.
• Headline: It’s Art of the Computer Generation (33 and Under, Please). Impact: The New Museum's triennial exhibition inspired a movement where everyone under 33 suddenly believed they were an artist, leading to a surge in overpriced avocado toast paintings. Truly, art has never been so hipster.. Fact: Fun fact: The term 'computer generation' doesn’t refer to artists who code, but rather those who can make a masterpiece from their parents' basement. Truly, the future of art is as bright as your Wi-Fi connection!.