02Sep

My Movie Review: Cars 2

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Cars 2 is the sequel to the 2006 Disney Pixar movie Cars. The movie was set to debut in 2011 and it did just that. A fun energetic movie that keeps adults and children on the edge of their seat from opening scene until the credits roll is what movie-goers can expect with this animated film.

The movie stars Lightning McQueen, who is still the voice of Owen Wilson, and his friend Mater, the tow truck, still voiced by Larry the Cable Guy. McQueen, Mater, and McQueen’s girlfriend Sally Carrera all reside in Radiator Cars 2 LogoSprings. McQueen has just won the Piston Cup and is now urged to race in the World Grand Prix. McQueen is hesitant, but with some urging finally agrees. Sally pleads with McQueen to take Mater with him and he agrees to that as well.

The two set out on a journey to Japan and Europe for the World Grand Prix, but somehow Mater is involved in some international espionage. The movie is fun, light-hearted, and enjoyable for the entire family. The antics of Mater will be sure to crack a few smiles on the older crowd, and the action-packed story will keep the children glued to the screen. Everyone wants to know what happens. Will McQueen win the World Grand Prix?

The storyline is full of surprises as McQueen and Mater learn of a plot set forth by Professor Zundapp to explode cars during the race so that Allinol fuel would be doubted. The end result is to have everyone depend on Zundapp for fuel. Mater is mistakenly provided information, and confusingly reports back to McQueen. This confusion causes McQueen to lose a race and become angry with Mater.

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02Sep

Dance Festival Extraordinaire: Tomorrowland, Belgium

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Tomorrowland 2011 was already the 7th edition of the Belgian dance festival based on its Dutch sister, Mysteryland. This year the festival got prolonged with one extra day: instead of just Saturday and Sunday, Friday got added. Three equal days if you consider the line-up.

This year’s theme was “Alice in Wonderland”, so ID&T made sure everything looked as in a fairy tale. Colorful stages, little sparkling fountains, every corridor decorated and the right atmosphere set. Although the summer hasn’t been particularly great in Belgium, we had 3 days of sunshine at Tomorrowland. During the 3-day festival 60 000 party people passed De Schorre in Boom, and for each and every one of them there was something in the line-up. Whether you like hardstyle, trance, electro or mainstream, there is always a stage to your liking. Same goes for food and drinks, actually.

One of my personal favorites is Avicii. I believe we’ll be hearing a lot from this guy. Great catchy tunes, and he throws in nice vocals too. I enjoyed Basto!’s surprise act too – live piano at a dance festival? Only at Tomorrowland! Classic trance with Cosmic Gate: everybody moving, nice show. They know how to get the audience involved! And Promo is still a master of hardcore. Seamless transition from light hardstyle to heavy hardcore.

There is a reason Tomorrowland gets sold out faster each year. Tomorrowland sets the rules, it raises the bar for dance festivals all around Europe. No wonder it got the “Only for DJ’s” award as “Best Dancefestival”, and it got nominated as “Best Music Event” at the International Dance Music Awards.

I’ll make sure to get my tickets as soon as possible next year!

01Sep

Jay & Kanye’s Otis

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I’ve been in love with Otis Redding since I first heard his voice. I love his Stax Records work. I love Kanye and I can’t get enough of Jigga. Their collabo is absolutely amazing.

Oh and euh — that Maybach is going on sale for charity, consider placing a bid if you’re a multi-millionaire like my favorite commenter, Jason!

18Aug

I got the swag, and it’s pumping out my ovaries…

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This girl is kind of a big deal on the internet, and she’s now kind of a big deal in New York. If you have no idea who Kreayshawn is, you are NOT a hipster.

Apparently she needs to work on her live sets – but the videos on the tube are pretty awesome!

23Jul

How a video game can make a hit single…

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We’ve seen it before with Chumbawamba’s Thupthumping, but now it’s a Brazilian foul-mouthed hyperactive girl and her team called Buraka Som Sistema with their Wegue Wegue song. Loving it, and it’s all thanks to EA Sports’ FIFA 2010.

01Jun

Great Nike Commercial

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I’ve been into Nike from way before I was a track specialist in High School. This commercial creates such a great vibe I couldn’t NOT post it here.

Pretty awesome, right?

Via ReclameFilmpjes.net

29May

The Morning Sessions by Belgian Superstar DJ Timo Dawson

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Belgian Superstar DJ Timo Dawson shared this amazing set on SoundCloud today, and I felt like sharing…

Click the orange play button and let the grooves take control of your body! Oh and if you’d like to meet the voice behind the genius mind, check out his great iPad Serato tool and the video in which he introduces it!

03Apr

Why I Can’t Live Without my DirecTV System

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My DirecTV system has me so spoiled. I’m not sure how I ever lived without it. With some of the best sports packages in satellite TV my husband can get lost in sports to his hearts content. With over 250 channels and 30 movie channels to choose from I never hear the kids complain there is nothing good on TV and I can always find the things I want to see.directv dvr system The biggest problem we encounter is remembering whose turn it is to pick the program. The DVR helps eliminate that problem. I can pause, rewind and record two programs at the same time.

I can even watch a pre-recorded program while they are recording. Now I never have to miss a favorite show.

If I’m not at home and all of the sudden remember that a show I have been waiting for starts in 10 minutes it’s no longer a problem. I can record any program I want right from my smart phone or computer. I don’t have to be sitting in front of the TV anymore. I can even set up recordings for different rooms in the house. Search options make it easy to find what I’m looking for. I can search by the name of the show, my favorite actor, genres or sports teams. I can customize my settings to record only new shows, all shows or only one show. With HD the picture is crystal clear and I can even get HD in 3D. I used to miss the shows I like all the time or turn on the TV to find there was nothing on but infomercials. Now I never miss a thing and I can always find something entertaining. DirecTV offers the latest technology. With free installation, a variety of packages to choose from and special offers you can’t go wrong. I love my DirecTV system.

10Mar

Introducing: Mr. Timo Dawson

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Timo Dawson is my favorite DJ and even though he lives in Belgium I look forward to seeing him in the local clubs here in Las Vegas soon!

24Feb

My 5 Favorite Romantic Comedies for 2011

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One of my top picks for this year is the animated movie “Gnomeo and Juliet” which follows the timeless story of Romeo and Juliet, but this time, their gardens are the ones at war which provides the comical side of this movie. Who would ever think that the rivalry of the Montagues and the Capulets would extend to their garden ornaments?

gnomeo and julietAnother good movie is “No Strings Attached” where Natalie Portman and Ashton Kutcher team up to show the hilarious consequences and predicament of having a relationship with no strings attached. It is quite interesting to see if this kind of relationship can indeed survive where both parties are free to do whatever they want, have sex without obligations and responsibilities, but then, how can they resist falling in love with one another?

How about “Crazy, Stupid, Love” where the comedy antics of Steve Carell is again displayed, this time opening his eyes to a whole new world of flirtation and women, especially since is perfect life has now slowly been shattered to pieces following the discovery of his wife’s infidelity. This movie shows that indeed, love is in the air and it is for everyone and would qualify as a feel good movie.

“Just Go With It” is another movie worth looking into, which has a powerful all-star cast composed of Nicole Kidman, Jennifer Aniston and Adam Sandler. This movie basically shows the comical side of using a white lie to cover up something, until things get out of hand. The story shows what happens when a relationship is founded on pure lies.

Finally, we have “Friends with Benefits” where Justin Timberlake and Mila Kunis show to us the riotous effects of deciding to inject a little sex in a romantic relationship. Here is one way of telling the people not always to believe what they see in the movies because it is not all that simple as it seems.