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8:00pm to 11:00pm

Guy Torry

8:00pm

Andreas Kapsalis & Goran Ivanovic Guitar Duo

With Pairdown, Joshua Sturm

Benedum Center for the Performing Arts

7:00pm Doors, 8:00pm Show

Billy Elliot - The Musical

Through Sunday, February 12th

7:30pm

Off the Wall 2012 - Rabih Mroué: Looking for a Missing Employee

Andy Warhol Museum

8:00pm

Uli Jon Roth

With Xander Demos and Tom Budjanec and The Arm and Hammer Band

Seven Springs Mountain Resort - Matterhorn Lounge

8:30pm

Friday, February 3rd

Night Life

10:00pm to 1:45am

Radio Tokyo

Four Points by Sheraton Greensburg - Prospect Lounge

10:00pm to 1:30am

DJ Jon Gordan

9:30pm to 1:30am

Vida the Singing Diva

8:00pm to Midnight

Bon Journey

9:00pm to 1:00am

Guy Torry

8:00pm and 10:00pm

Off the Wall 2012 - Rabih Mroué: The Pixelated Revolution

Andy Warhol Museum

8:00pm

Ben Hackett (CD Release Show)

With Chelsea Jones

6:00pm Doors, 7:00pm Show

Caleb Pogyor

With These Lions, The Williams Band

10:00pm Doors, 10:30pm Show

The Steel Curtain Hip Hop Show

Featuring The Dream Team with Malik Muyo, Queda, Colicchie, Mizzo Lambardi, Romy Bizz, Redrum

8:00pm

Action Item

With Music From Another Room, Yesterday, Lights Camera Distractions, The Park View

Sweetwater Center for the Arts

6:00pm

Hearts and Hopes Party

Benefiting Girls Hope

Whim Night Club

5:30pm to 9:30pm

Jessica Lee

Part of Clearview Federal Credit Union Sweet Jazz Music Series

Through February 24th

7:00pm to 9:00pm

Saturday, February 4th

Miles Ahead for Marcus and UFC 143 Fight

Mullen's Bar & Grill

7:00pm

Aaron Kleiber and Mike Wysocki Comedy Show

Geyer Performing Arts Center

6:30pm Doors, 8:00pm Show

Night Life

Seven Springs Mountain Resort - Matterhorn Lounge

10:00pm to 1:45am

Radio Tokyo

The Park Street Patio (Columbus, OH)

10:00pm to 1:30am

8th Street Rox

Zanderz (Plum, PA)

10:00pm

Guitar Zack & The Daves

9:00pm to 1:00am

UFC

9:00pm to 1:00am

DJ Scottro

9:30pm to 1:30am

Guy Torry

7:00pm and 9:00pm

Mike Stout

With Buffalo, Buffalo, Buffalo

6:00pm Doors, 7:00pm Show

The Kalob Griffin Band

With Sephus Lee

10:00pm Doors, 10:30pm Show

Shalerpalooza - Concert For Class Funds

Featuring Manifest Destiny, Silver Lining, Tobacco Road, Altar Boys, Osmium

7:00pm

Barb Wire Dolls

With The Botched, The Cheats, Ernie and The Berts, Revenge Memorial

Sweetwater Center for the Arts

8:30pm

An Object in Motion

Through February 25th

7:00pm to 9:00pm

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"Miles Ahead For Marcus" Fundraiser & UFC Fight at Mullen's In Pittsburgh

talentnetwork@me.com — Thu, 02 Feb 2012 09:52:27 PST

February 2, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Marcus Corson; Miles Ahead for Marcus
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Head out to Mullen's Bar and Grill in Pittsburgh this Saturday, February 4th to watch the UFC 143: Diaz vs. Condit Fight and help raise funds for Marcus Corson. The "Miles Ahead for Marcus" Fundraiser is being sponsored by Bubba from 100.7FM and will begin at 7:00pm.

Here's the story on Marcus Corson:

"For those of you that don't know, on December 3, 2011, Marcus Corson, his wife Lori and daughter Bry, were at his brother Jason's daughters', (Caileigh and Gabby), birthday party. He was on a tumble track, and when he reached the end and made that final jump. He landed on the hard bar at the end of the track and both patellar tendons were ruptured. He was brought to UPMC Presbyterian Hospital and on the 5th had to have extensive surgery. Anchors were drilled into each leg to attach the patellar tendons and bring the kneecaps (that had ridden up on his thighs) back in place. There was other considerable damage to cartilage and the sleeve.

This is a life-changing accident for Marcus and those of you who know him well, know just how life changing this will be. He will have to spend a minimum of 4 weeks in a nursing home and will have months of rehab. His walking may never be the same...he may have a permanent limp and there is a 25% chance of a re-tear.

The Past…Marcus is no stranger to adversity and he is a tough guy to hold down! As a child, he had open heart surgery at the age of 3 and was told that he would never be able to play football, basketball, wrestle or participate in anything strenuous.....but Marcus is a fighter and no one tells Marcus he can't do something! As a result of his swimming prowess and determination, he was swimming 5 miles a night, 5 nights a week with Jason, and by the time he was 12, all of those health restrictions were lifted.

The Future…All of us that believe in Marcus, believe he can pull off another miracle and will not let this get him down, but he has a lot of miles ahead of him, and he will need a little help from his friends and family!"

"Miles Ahead for Marcus" Website.

Join the "Miles Ahead for Marcus" Facebook Page.

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Pittsburgh Comedians Aaron Kleiber and Mike Wysocki Supporting Falcon Foundation at Geyer Theater

talentnetwork@me.com — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 12:52:38 PST

February 1, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Pittsburgh Tribune Review
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Comedians and talent network artists Aaron Kleiber and Mike Wysocki will be a part of a comedy night on Saturday, February 4th at the Geyer Performing Arts Center, in honor of The Connellsville Falcon Foundation. Since it's establishment in 2006, the Falcon Foundation has spent roughly $80,000 on items such as interactive boards and books for several schools and grade levels, iPads, televisions, cameras, among many others items. The Foundation also provides two scholarships every year - one to the senior high and one to the Connellsville Area Career and Technical Center. 100% of the foundation's proceeds go back to the school district.

Hosted by Vinny Fasline,
tickets are $15 and are available from any Falcon Foundation member, at Rumbaugh Chiropractic, Dr. John Ellis' office or at the door. Doors open at 6:30pm for hors d'oeuvres and cash bar. The Comedy Show will begin at 8:00pm. For more information, contact (724) 562.3028. Jody Haggerty is chairperson of the event.

For all the details, check out Comedy act due at Geyer theater on Pittsburgh Tribune-Review.

Geyer Performing Arts Center
111 Pittsburgh Street
Scottdale, PA 15683

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Pittsburgh's Gene Collier and Mike Wysocki's Comedy Night

talentnetwork@me.com — Wed, 01 Feb 2012 09:34:23 PST

February 1, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc.
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Comedians and talent network artists Gene Collier and Mike Wysocki will be performing at the Comedy Night Dinner and Dance at Teutonia Mannerchor Sangerhalle on Saturday, February 11th. Presented by Chartiers Valley Lodge 725 F&AM, the night will feature a Cash Bar, Chinese Auctions and Drawings and a Sit Down Dinner along with the Comedy Show for $45 - tickets are limited, so don't miss out! Doors open at 6:00pm; Dinner will be held at 7:00pm; Comedy Show will begin at 8:30pm.

For tickets and more details, contact Bro. Richard G. Aufman at (412) 367.3392 or rgacpa1@verizon.net.

Teutonia Mannerchor Sangerhalle
857 Phineas Street Pittsburgh, PA 15212

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talent network news presents The Weekender...

talentnetwork@me.com — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 11:53:56 PST

January 26, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc.
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Welcome to The Weekender: Your guide to the going's-on in Pittsburgh entertainment for January 26th to January 29th, ranging from music to comedy and everything in between.

Thursday, January 26th

Terrance Vaughn

PNC Park - Trib Total Media Hall of Fame Club

8:00pm to 11:00pm

Pour for a Cure

5:30pm to 8:30pm

Charlie Murphy

Heinz Hall for the Performing Arts

8:00pm

Marvin, Dave Koz & the Movie

Through Sunday, January 29th

7:30pm

Spring Awakening

Through February 5th

Byham Theater

7:30pm

105.9 The X Winter Showcase

Hard Rock Café

7:30pm Doors, 8:00pm Show

Carbon Leaf

7:00pm Doors, 8:00pm Show

Bond and Bentley, Heavy Groove, Cheyne

David L. Lawrence Convention Center

9:30pm Show, 10:00pm Doors

Friday, January 27th

World of Wheels

Through Sunday, January 29th

WDVE Comedy Showcase

Hosted by Mike Wysocki with special guests

Corner Cafe

9:00pm to 11:00pm

Radio Tokyo
Piere's (Ft. Wayne, IN)
9:30pm to 2:30am

Night Life

Four Points by Sheraton Greensburg

9:30pm to 1:30am

Kenny Blake

8:00pm to Midnight

One Sweet Burgh

9:00pm to 1:00am

DJ Digital Dave

Throughout the Cultural District

9:30pm to 1:30am

Gallery Crawl in the Cultural District

5:30pm to 9:00pm

Charlie Murphy

8:00pm and 10:00pm

See-I

With Yellow Dubmarine, Clinton Clegg, the Backstabbing Good People

8:00pm

Hawksbill Crossing

6:00pm Doors, 7:00pm Show

The Turpentiners, Dare Dukes + the Blackstock Collection, Emily Rodgers

10:00pm Doors, 10:30pm Show

The Tallest Building in Norway, These Three Words, Liquid Car Accident, Obelisk, The Royal Remedy

5:30pm Doors, 6:00pm Show

She Devil Cinema, Obelisk

9:30pm Doors, 10:00pm Show

Saturday, January 28th

Night Life

Four Points By Sheraton Greensburg

9:30pm to 1:30am

Radio Tokyo
Piere's (Ft. Wayne, IN)
Following Testament/Anthrax Show
11:30pm to 2:30am

Terrance Vaughn

9:00pm to 1:00am

Chris Higbee

9:00pm to Midnight

DJ Scottro

Omni Pittsburgh William Penn Hotel

9:30pm to 1:30am

The 86th Cinderella Ball

Benefiting Animal Friends

5:00pm

You Me At Six, The Swellers

With Twin Atlantic, We Are The Ocean, A Greater State

5:30pm Doors, 6:00pm Show

The Krush, Society Pliers, and Love Sick

9:30pm Doors, 10:00pm Show

Charlie Murphy

7:00pm and 9:00pm

The Elliotts

Baltimore House

9:30pm

Callán

With John Meikle, Molly Feuer

6:00pm Doors, 7:00pm Show

Sunday, January 29th

Charlie Murphy

Benedum Center for the Performing Arts

7:00pm

David Garrett

8:00pm

Gardening, Not Architecture, Dinner and a Suit, Arboreta, Tony Cenname

6:00pm Doors, 6:30pm Show

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The One Bird They Won't Free is Jimmy Krenn By Slim Forsythe

talentnetwork@me.com — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 13:48:05 PST

January 25, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Slim Forsythe; Where's Krenn
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Check out Slim Forsythe performing The One Bird They Won't Free is Jimmy Krenn - the self-penned song he recently performed at Nied's Hotel in Lawrenceville, where he celebrated his birthday by leading the audience in a sing along in honor of Jim Krenn. Watch and Share!

Where's Krenn Website.

Where's Krenn Facebook.

Where's Krenn Twitter.

Slim Forsythe Facebook.

Rock Comic Mark Eddie in Scottsdale With The Arizona Diamondbacks

talentnetwork@me.com — Mon, 23 Jan 2012 09:37:45 PST

January 23, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc., Mark Eddie
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Music Comic Mark Eddie recently performed in Scottsdale, Arizona for The Arizona Diamondbacks - The Major League Baseball Team - and let us in on some of the highlights of the night. Check out his synopsis and photos from the event - including Mark's very own official Team Jersey.


Arizona Diamondbacks' Team Owner Ken Kendrick and Mark Eddie.

Basically I was in Scottsdale, Arizona performing for "The Arizona Diamondbacks" MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL TEAM! It was an event for the organization and players during which I sat and had dinner with Ken Kendrick (Team Owner), Willie Bloomquist (Star Outfielder), Derrick Hall (Diamondbacks' President) and another star player on the team. They even presented me with an official team jersey! I'm Number 11, and I guess I'm officially the "Team Rock Comic!" I'll be sitting right with the team in the dug-out during their upcoming games in LA! Geez, hope my Dodger Fan friends don't hate me too much.

Mark Eddie presented with his official team jersey by Team President Derrick Hall.

Willie Bloomquist and Mark Eddie.

Ryan Roberts, Mark Eddie and Mrs. Roberts.

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Pittsburgh's 2011 Best Bar Winners from BarSmart.com

talentnetwork@me.com — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:21:28 PST

January 20, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - BarSmart.com
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Pittsburgh's 2011 Best Bar Winners, courtesy of BarSmart.com, have recently been released. Voted on by Pittsburgh, and with ten new categories and several bars holding on to their titles from last year, you can check out a few winners here then click over to barsmart.com for the rest and to see who finished 2nd and 3rd in each category.

2011 Best New Bar: Mario's East Side Saloon

2011 Best Southside Bar: Mario's Southside Saloon

2011 Best South Hills Bar: Saloon of Mt. Lebanon

2011 Best North Hills Bar: Shenanigans

Click over to barsmart.com for the rest and to see who finished 2nd and 3rd in each category. Pittsburgh's 2011 Best Bar Winners at BarSmart.com.

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talent network news presents The Weekender...

talentnetwork@me.com — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 12:45:32 PST

January 19, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - talent network, inc.
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Welcome to The Weekender: Your guide to the going's-on in Pittsburgh entertainment for January 19th to January 22nd, ranging from music to comedy and everything in between.

Thursday, January 19th

Terrance Vaughn Trio

8:00pm to 11:00pm

Frank Elliott: Magic Happens

The Saloon (State College, PA)

8:00pm

Friday, January 20th

Velveeta

10:30pm to Close

No Bad JuJu

Baja Bar and Grill

9:30pm

Terrance Vaughn Trio

Jay's SportsBar

9:00pm to 1:00am

Olga Watkins Band

8:00pm to Midnight

Jumpin Jack Flash

10:00pm to 1:00am

DJ Shef

9:30pm to 1:30am

Seth Meyers (from SNL)

Byham Theater

8:00pm

Tom Green

8:00pm and 10:00pm

Through The Night

Opening Night!
Through February 5th

City Theater

8:00pm

Chet Vincent and the Big Bend

With Molly Alphabet, The Slow Reel, City Dwelling Nature Seekers

Brillobox

9:30pm Doors, 10:00pm Show

Jeffrey Gaines with JD Eicher & The Goodnights

6:00pm Doors, 7:00pm Show

Falling Andes with Balloon Ride Fantasy

Rochester Inn Hardwood Grille

10:00pm Doors, 10:30pm Show

Saturday, January 21st

Jim Krenn Fans Rally to Benefit Animal Friends

Noon to 4:00pm

8th Street Rox

Frankie and Georgie's 4 Wood Grill

10:00 pm

Velveeta

HammerMill Bar & Grill (Yeagertown, PA)

9:30pm to 1:00am

No Bad JuJu

Matterhorn Lounge at Seven Springs Resort

10:00pm

Terrance Vaughn

Sewickley Hotel

8:00pm to 11:00pm

Comic Wars!

Featuring Tom Kupiec, Justin Marcuse, Derek Minto, Bruce Jones, Tony Monteleone, Sean Collier

Club Cafe

6:00pm Doors, 7:00pm Show

Yolanda

9:00pm to 1:00am

Mercedez

9:00pm to 1:00am

DJ Scottro

9:30pm to 1:30am

Tom Green

7:00pm and 9:00pm

Air Supply

Rivers Casino

7:00pm

JJ Grey & Mofro

With JC Brooks & The Uptown Sound, Daryl Hance

7:00pm Doors, 8:00pm Show

Le Cachot

10:00pm Doors, 10:30pm Show

The Agony and The Ecstasy of Steve Jobs

Byham Theater

8:00pm

Sunday, January 22nd

Tom Green

7:00pm

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Jim Krenn Fans Rally to Benefit Animal Friends

talentnetwork@me.com — Wed, 25 Jan 2012 10:45:20 PST

January 19, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Fans of Jim Krenn present: Rally to Benefit Animal Friends

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Fans of Jimmy Krenn are coming together at the Rochester Inn Hardwood Grille this Saturday, January 21st in support of Jimmy and all he has done for Pittsburgh over the past 24 years. From Noon to 4:00pm, fans will rally together to benefit Jimmy's favorite cause, Animal Friends, who will be providing volunteers and some adoptable pets on-site. Entertainment will also be provided by John Vento and Tim Hadley from the Nied's Hotel Band, performing Slim Forsythe (unplugged). And there will also be surprise guest appearances (including Comedian Billy Elmer), appetizers, drink specials and a 50/50 raffle. Come out to support Jimmy and Animal Friends!

For more information, visit Fans of Jim Krenn present: Rally to Benefit Animal Friends

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The One Bird They Won't Free is Jimmy Krenn By Slim Forsythe

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Comic Wars at Club Café | You Be The Judge!

talentnetwork@me.com — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 12:03:19 PST

January 18, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Comic Wars at Club Cafe
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On Saturday, January 21st, head to Club Café for Comic Wars - hosted by Bud Adams from iTunes' Creative Over Coffee - and see your favorite comedians battle it out to be the funniest through games, audience interaction and hilarious improv. The best part of the night? You are the judge.

The Comedians will be Tom Kupiec, Justin Markuss, Derek Minto, Bruce Jones, Tony Monteleone, Sean Collier. Opening Act is Wayne Renner on Acoustic guitar.

Seating is limited, so order your tickets for Comic Wars here now! ($9 online, $10 at the Door).

For more information, head to Comic Wars on Facebook.

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2nd Annual Hearts & Jokers at Bella Sera | Featuring David Michael, Shaun Blackham, Lee Terbosic And More

talentnetwork@me.com — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:17:48 PST

January 18, 2012
Posted By - Emma Venezie
Source Credits - Bella Sera Pittsburgh Hearts & Jokers 2012
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Back by popular demand, the Heart & Jokers event is once again the place to be this Valentine's Day at Bella Sera - featuring tasteful comedy, amazing food and the ultimate ambiance. On Friday, February 10th, it is Comedy Night, featuring Comedians David Michael and Shaun Blackham with Comedy Magician Lee Terbosic. There will also be a special performance by former Ray Charles drummer and Pittsburgh's own jazz legend Roger Humphries and his Big Band, along with another renowned Pittsburgh jazz artist on guitar, Eric Johnson. The Jazz Music will begin at 7:00pm; the Comedy Show will begin at 9:00pm; more Jazz will follow at 10:00pm.

Along with the entertainment, enjoy:
o Tasty Intro Signature Drink
o Elegant All-You-Can-Enjoy Food Stations Featuring Chef-Attended Carving Station
o Cocktail and Bottle Service Available During Show
o Full Bar w/ Featured Wines & Cocktails at Happy Hour Prices
o Valet Parking

Tickets are $49.50 per person. Buy your ticket for the 2nd Annual Hearts & Jokers event here.

Note: Parties of 4 or more receive a complimentary bottle of champagne. A portion of the proceeds go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation.

For more information, visit Hearts & Jokers on Bella Sera Pittsburgh.

Escape for Lunch at Bistro@Bella Sera: Weekdays 11:00am-2:00pm

Bella Sera Venue | 414 Morganza Rd | Canonsburg | (724)745.5575

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TV Review of AlcatraZzz

talentnetwork@me.com — Wed, 18 Jan 2012 07:37:39 PST

Wednesday, January 18, 2011
By Frank Murgia
Photo Source Credit: IMDB
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‘Alcatraz’ is NO ‘Lost’ but it feels lost in many ways.

I am not a television critic, just a blogger who watches way too much television. This post will not go in to any of the show plot or deeply into the characters. If you watched the show then read on, if not you will be lost. (No pun intended…yet)

From the creator of “Lost” (J.J. Abrams) you will find a few familiarities but not in a good way in my opinion.

A character with a beard shadow named Jack.
Jorge Garcia (‘Hurley’ from ‘Lost’) plays the unassuming innocent sad-sac who finds himself pulled into a mystery. (He will always be Hurley and his range will never change)
The same music team from 'Lost' and it feels forced and out of place. (Like taking the score from 'Star Wars' and using it in ‘Battlefield Earth’.)

I thought each hour was boring and especially unappealing and uninteresting when the timeline goes back to the early Alcatraz days. I know these shows that want to be 'Lost' try to be confusing and laden with subliminal number-clues and pay attention to detail dialogue. 'Try' being the key word as great shows develop organically and create new ways to stimulate the viewer and 'Alcatraz' locks you up behind bars and forces the engine of a Ferrari into a Gremlin and asks you to believe it is a Ferrari.

‘Lost’ was relatable in a small way that many people fly and planes have and do crash and this is a real-life happening that creates a real-life fear and emotion. Trying to relate to 1960’s Alcatraz prisoners is not everyday relatable and to me narrows the target audience. Does anything in this show appeal to female viewer? (6-7 Killings per episode, Dirty Alcatraz, Jorge Garcia?)

Did you watch the 2-hour television premiere of “Alcatraz” on FOX?

If so, will you watch again?

Thoughts? (Feel free to bang the comments box below)

I close with “The lead girl is cute and frumpy but Hurley is still fat and Lumpy”

Ed Palilla's "From the Outhouse to the Poorhouse" Movie Review of That chick with that tattoo on her back or whatever…

talentnetwork@me.com — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 13:18:34 PST

Monday, January 16, 2011
Written by Ed Palilla, talent network news staff
Twitter @pittsburghace
Photo Sources: IMDB.com
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A review of 'The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' from someone you really wouldn’t expect to watch it.

     Last week I went to see the new film The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo based on the book with the same title. Amongst the people I went with to see it, I was in the minority because I had not read any of the books of the trilogy (Dragon Tattoo/Played with Fire/Kicked the Hornets’ Nest). Those that had were glowing with anticipation to see this American version of the movie. (A Swedish version was made in ’09). Despite not knowing much about the plot, I found it gave me an advantage because I got to discover the story and figure it out as I went.

     Without giving away too much about it, I’ll try to explain the 2 hour 38 minute movie. It takes place in Sweden with a publisher (Daniel Craig) that has just been public embarrassed. He is his recruited by a business man to investigate a murder of his niece 40 years prior. (Craig) eventually recruits the protagonist of the story, the girl with the dragon tattoo (played by Rooney Mara, the granddaughter of the great Rooney Family). She comes from a very troubled past, which you are given a glimpse of in the early parts of the movie. The 2 of them research and work toward solving the mystery. I am not going to give you any details and spoil it for you.

     Overall I really did enjoy this movie. It has a great murder mystery that pulls you into the story. Rooney Mara does a great job as the girl, and Daniel Craig is good in it as well while maintaining his standard look of “I am trying to solve 345/54” throughout the entire movie. It’s long, so make sure you get the big popcorn and use the bathroom before it starts.

Grade: Worth watching, but wait till it comes out on DVD*

* I have a rule with my best friend on telling each other about movies to avoid over hyping a movie. There are 3 ways to rate a movie 1) Worth seeing in theaters 2) Worth seeing, but wait till it comes out on DVD 3) Don’t waste your time watching it.

"A Biased Review" | 2011 Year-in-ReviewPart 2 of 2

talentnetwork@me.com — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 12:42:17 PST

January 16, 2012
Written by - Meat Park
Twitter - @meatpark
Photo Source: Billings Gazette
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Welcome all, to PART 2 of my 2011 year-in-review rating different categories of events on how much they ruled or, in most cases, didn’t rule. Let’s get right to it and finish last year off.

Economy – 2/5
Quick, go check your bank account. Do you have enough to survive this month? Yeah, I don’t either. Thanks to overvalued property, unregulated banks and the desire to chase down the American Dream, we’re all poor. On the bright side, I am still able to get loaded on a case of beer and order a large pizza for less than 20 dollars.

Sports – 1/5

Hockey – Boston Bruins won the cup, and no one likes people from the Northeast. The Patriots and Red Sox are both teams that nobody likes, so sending a championship up for hockey makes me feel like they’re not going to appreciate it. Combined with the fact that, for the majority of 2011, the very best hockey player in the world was ON our team, but unable to play due to concussions made me have a very bad taste in my mouth by year’s end. This is not including the fact that Geno was hurt early 2011, and a myriad of other terrible occurrences that happened in the rink.

Football – Green Bay Packers beat the Steelers. I don’t need to go into detail here do I?

Baseball - St. Louis Cardinals

Basketball – Dallas Mavericks

I’m not going into detail about either of these because I THINK, as a person catering mostly to people in Pittsburgh, there’s not a lot of my readers who watch more than 15 seconds of basketball in an entire season. The Pirates are a yearly disaster, sucking most of my will to live and desire to watch live baseball by the time game 20 rolls around. KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK NUTTING, THANKS FOR EVERYTHING!

I also did an extensive research (one Google search) for other popular sports in the U.S. One of the results was “Combat Sports”. I’m not sure what happened in the wide world of Combat Sports this year, but I can promise it was awesome with a name like that.

Technology – 2/5

This section was written by a close personal friend and tech guru; @brianedwards. He is currently a marketing director at some hoity-toity hi-tech company, and he was kind enough to share his thoughts on technology…

Everyone Got a Smartphone

     It's been building every year for the last few years, but now, chances are that you and everyone you know has a smartphone. For the most part, they are all big touch screens that have the internet, apps, and a camera on the back. Most everybody is dumping their Blackberries and jumping on an iPhone or Android device. This is a good thing because Blackberry as a company is the funniest/most tragic thing that happened in tech in 2011.

     Blackberry basically invented smartphones but somehow gave up trying to come up with new ideas in 2007. They made as far as color screens and cameras and just called it a day. Everyone in the leadership of that company is either mentally handicapped or completely wasted. Don't believe me about the wasted part? Tell that to the crew of the intercontinental flight that had to TURN AROUND ON ITS WAY TO CHINA because 2 high level Blackberry executives were so drunk and disorderly that they had to be put in restraints.

     It's worth mentioning that even though everybody has a tiny device in their pocket that is connected to everything all the time and better than any computer they have ever owned, people spend an unbelievable amount of time complaining about their smartphones. I'm not directly quoting Louis C.K. here, but he summed it up like this: "The worst cell phone in the world is a miracle of modern science."   Stop complaining.

All Your Friends Think They Are Interesting

Now that all your friends have smartphones, staying friends with many of them has likely become pretty tough. That's because everyone now thinks that everything they do or think is interesting. They'll tell you when they wake up in the morning, take a picture of their coffee and talk about how badly they needed it, follow up with some cryptic comments about work drama, check in EVERYWHERE, and complain in a way that sounds like they're not complaining and also find dozens of ways to sound humble while bragging. It's insufferable.

     Heap on top of this the massive explosion of social networks that attach themselves to other social networks so you can just start clipping and tagging things that you like willy-nilly and spamming the hell out of your friends with them, and you will see why 2011 was one of the most disastrous years in the history of the internet.

Old People Discovered Social Networking

In 2011, old people all over the world discovered social networking. The implications range from everything to your parents, grandparents, aunts, and uncles wanting to be your Facebook friends to ignorant exposes in stuffy old people publications that basically conclude that Twitter is directly causing violent revolutions all over the world. Our only saving grace as a generation is that old people only seem to be able to figure out Facebook, and we can all just start blocking them and telling them we don't use it.

Every Company Ever Made a Tablet Computer

     In 2010 Apple introduced the iPad and sold millions of them. They continued to sell millions of them in 2011. Every other company on the face of the planet made a tablet to compete with the iPad this year and some even sold as many as a dozen of them. This isn't a pro-Apple statement. It's a statement of fact that really underlines how poor most tech companies are at understanding what actual people want.

     A tablet computer is basically a giant smartphone that doesn't make phone calls and makes it even easier for dudes to view inappropriate content on the internet everywhere they go.   Pro tip for all you other manufacturers out there. Just get a big battery, a nice screen, make it cheap, and let dudes know how fast the web browser is, and you'll have yourself a winner.

Tech Companies Failed At Marketing

     Do tech companies watch their ads or show them to real people before they put them out there? Do they learn from their mistakes? Are they all high as kites? The answers are no, no, and yes.

     Consider every DROID commercial ever. Every last one of them looks like a terrifying scene from some not too distant future where machines rule the world. It's either that or the DROIDs are in car chases in black vans with missiles and stuff like some kind of top secret weapon that every villain in the world is out to get. I don't know about you guys, but I'm scared as hell of the Droid RAZR.

Parts 1 & 2 Full Review;

Politics – 0/5
Science – 5/5
Entertainment – 3/5
Deaths – 3/5
Economy – 1/5
Sports – 1/5
Technology – 2/5
Overall Score – 42%

I’ve really got to stop writing about things I dislike, as it’s having a major effect on my usually sunny disposition in life. Overall, 2011 was a below average year though. Let’s hope that 2012 brings all kinds of awesome and unique things to the table.

However, until next time, keep living the dream.

@meatpark

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READ: Part 1 of 2 | "A Biased Review" | 2011 Year-in-Review

MLK Day | 'I Have a Dream' & 'Let Freedom Ring' Speeches | Video

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Monday, January 16, 2011
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Friends let's not forget the greatness of today's national MLK holiday.

Magic and Comedy with Lee Terbosic at The Wooden Nickel

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January 13, 2012
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Comedy Magician Lee Terbosic will be hosting a night of Magic and Comedy on Tuesday, January 17th at the Wooden Nickel. Doors open at 6:00pm and the night will include a Wine Tasting, Dinner and the Show. To purchase tickets, contact The Wooden Nickel at (412) 372.9750 or woodennickelbanquets@gmail.com. Don't miss out - tickets are limited.

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talent network news presents The Weekender...

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January 12, 2012
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Welcome to The Weekender: Your guide to the going's-on in Pittsburgh entertainment for January 12th to January 15th, ranging from music to comedy and everything in between.

Thursday, January 12th

Terrance Vaughn Trio

8:00pm to 11:00pm

G. Love & Special Sauce

with special guest Kristy Lee

Mr. Small's Theatre

8:00pm

Descendsion CD Release Party

with special guests Double Penetration and The Semi Supervillians

8:00pm Doors, 9:00pm Show

Jonny Monster Band

Howler's Coyote Cafe

9:00pm

Laugh 'n Lyrics

Meadows Casino - Silks Lounge

8:00pm

Chris Smither, Ellis Paul

Club Cafe

7:00pm

Friday, January 13th

Billy Elmer Comedy Show

Marl Inn (Weirton, WV)

Contact (304) 797.7772

5:30pm Dinner, 8:00pm Show

Radio Tokyo

8:00pm to Midnight

No Bad Ju Ju

Legends at Pluma

9:30pm to 1:30am

Tres Lads

Oakmont Tavern

10:00pm

Velveeta
The Saloon
10:30pm to Close

The Lava Game

8pm to Midnight

Jimbo & The Soupbones

10:00pm to 1:00am

DJ Frankie

9:30pm to 1:30am

Arnez J

8:00pm and 10:00pm

Richard Marx

The Palace Theatre

8:00pm

Fungus, Grateful Dead Tribute Band

10:00pm

Creative.Life.Support Revival Show: Meltdown

Featuring Zilch with special guests Rainstation Zero, Die Smylin, The Krush, Chip DiMonick

9:00pm

Jeffrey Foucault, Big Snow Big Thaw

6:00pm

The Hawkeyes, Velcro Shoes

10:00pm

Comedy Night with Davon Magwood

Howler's Coyote Café

9:00pm

Satin Gum

with The Winter Sounds, Triggers

Brillobox

10:00pm

Brad Yoder

Acoustic Moose Café

7:30pm

My Second Heart, The Mad Hats

5:30pm Doors, 6:00pm Show

Noisomethane, Tyrant

4 D's Lounge (Altoona, PA)

9:30pm Doors, 10:00pm Show

Saturday, January 14th

Radio Tokyo

10:30pm to 2:00am

Tres Lads

Frankie I's Bar and Grille

9:30pm

Velveeta
Tully's
10:00pm to Close

Neon Swing Experience

9:00pm to 1:00am

UFC Fight

9:00pm to 1:00am

DJ Scottro

9:30pm to 1:30am

Lovebettie

9:00pm

Arnez J

7:00pm and 9:00pm

An Evening With Jason Walker

6:00pm

Keller Williams

9:00pm

Metacide, Lythem, Replicaire

6:00pm Doors, 6:30pm Show

Under Indictment

9:30pm Doors, 10:00pm Show

Sunday, January 15th

Arnez J

7:00pm

Chris Conley, Blue Of Colors (Steve Soboslai Of Punchline Solo)