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• Chumped played their last pre-hiatus show at The Fest (watch their full set); members playing other shows

  05-11-2015 23:49 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  by Andrew SacherChumped at Fest 14 (photo via Sarah Beth)
  Brooklyn pop punks Chumped were one of the more promising local bands of late. They put out one full length and two EPs over the past two years, but unfortunately they announced that the set they played at The Fest this past weekend would be their last before an indefinite hiatus. The day before the show, they wrote:It brings us a metric fuck ton of feels to say this, but tomorrow will be our last show for an indefinite period of time.We
  
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• Actor Jake Johnson says campus sexual assault 'just crazy'

  05-11-2015 23:48
  
  Jake Johnson joins White House anti-college sex assault campaign, calls problem 'just crazy'
  
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• Bush '41 unloads: Unsparing critique of Cheney, Rumsfeld

  05-11-2015 23:26
  
  Bush '41 unloads: Unsparing critique of Cheney, Rumsfeld _ and even some fault for son George
  
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• Irish emo-punks The Winter Passing on US tour w/ Teen Death, playing NYC on Friday (dates, LP stream, videos)

  05-11-2015 23:17 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  by Andrew SacherThe Winter Passing
  Ireland's The Winter Passing are on tour now with their Richmond, VA-based 6131 labelmates Teen Death. They just hit The Fest over the weekend, and the tour lands in NYC on Friday (11/6) at Aviv with PWR BTTM, Mumblr and Nonsense. Tickets for that show are on sale now. They'll hit PA tonight (11/5) and Richmond on Saturday (11/17). All dates are listed below.The Winter Passing released their first full length, A Different Space of Mind, this past September, fol
  
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• Both sides rest in Texas trial over South By Southwest crash

  05-11-2015 23:17
  
  Both sides rest in Austin capital murder trial over 2014 South By Southwest traffic accident
  
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• NHL star Kane avoids charges, rape investigation dropped

  05-11-2015 23:12
  
  Chicago Blackhawks star Patrick Kane avoids criminal charges as rape investigation dropped
  
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• Music Review: Peter Case 'HWY 62' leads to a good place

  05-11-2015 23:03
  
  Music Review: Ex-Plimsouls frontman Peter Case shines on solo album, 'HWY 62'
  
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• Rachael Pazdan of The Hum now booking the Manhattan Inn; Watch a video about the all-women collaborative live shows

  05-11-2015 23:00 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  photo: Rachael Pazdan at The Hum in October (more by Amanda Hatfield)
  Rachael Pazdan, who started her own concert promotion company called Hyponocraft, has been a fixture in the NYC music scene for a while. Her most notable endeavors include starting The Hum music series, which just wrapped up its October installment (check out pictures), and At The Inn (ditto). Both of those series took place at Brooklyn's Manhattan Inn (632 Manhattan Ave), the same venue that Rachael has just been named the ne
  
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• Kevin Gates Preps Debut Album Islah, Shares “2 Phones”

  05-11-2015 22:55 via bkmag.com
  
  Prolific Baton Rouge rapper Kevin Gates has built a reputation off a long string of mixtapes — including 2013’s excellent The Luca Brasi Story — and, uh, some other more questionable sexual activities. But he’s finally firmed up the release of a debut album Islah, which will be out 1/29 and shared “Really Really” and “La Familia.” Today Stereogum premiered another track off the album, “2 Phones,” which somewhat unsurprisingly is about
  
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• Review: Tim McGraw's 'Damn Country Music' is darn good

  05-11-2015 22:41
  
  Review: Tim McGraw's new album nicely blends contemporary and traditional country music styles
  
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• Amy Winouse biopic in the works, reportedly starring Noomi Rapace of the Swedish 'Girl with the Dragon Tattoo' films

  05-11-2015 22:41 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  Winehouse @ Bowery Ballroom, 2007 (more ) / Noomi Rapace
  Amy Winehouse's life returns to the big screen after documentary Amy with a biopic with the working title Amy Winehouse. The Hollywood Reporter announced today that the film will be written and directed by Irish Academy Award nominee Kristen Sheridan (August Rush, In America) and produced by Alexandra Whitlin.Swedish actress Noomi Rapace, of the foreign language The Girl With The Dragon Tattoo films, is in talks to star in the f
  
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• Sia Shares “Alive” Video And Debuts New Track “One Candle” Via Racing Extinction Trailer

  05-11-2015 22:39 via bkmag.com
  
  Sia recently announced her new album This Is Acting will be out in late January, and shared tracks “Alive” and “Bird Set Free” from the record. Today she doubled down on the roll-out, sharing the video for “Alive” and a track called “One Candle” for a new documentary about humanity’s role in massive wildlife extinctions called Racing Extinction. Rolling Stone and The New York Times have more info on the documentary and accompanying events, b
  
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• Vasyl K.'s Review of Duet Bakery Boutique - Brooklyn (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:33
  
  Greatest Bakery I'm Brooklyn, NY. I once ordered a special cake to be made for my mother for her birthday of a Birkin Bag cake. Looked amazing, like a real Hermès Birkin. Also I come by ever so often…
  
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• Sheila W.'s Review of Pilgrim New York - New York (4/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:33
  
  Pilgrim is like nothing else in New York that I've ever been to and I shop frequently. Definitely a stop for anyone into serious fashion.They carry high end luxury fashion from European and Japanese…
  
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• Neha P.'s Review of Scarpetta - New York (3/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:33
  
  Ah, if only the meal ended after the appetizers...I had been wanting to try Scarpetta for a long time as part of my tour of classy Italian places in NYC. After a walk down the High Line, we ended…
  
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• Stephanie A.'s Review of Urmi Eyebrow Threading - Nutley (1/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:32
  
  I don't understand why everyone loves the owner! She is VERY rude! i came in, she took me and did my eyebrows in one minute not even!!! She was rushing for no reason and there was no one behind me…
  
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• MEAN STREETS: Oh truck! Big rig crashes on Flatbush Avenue

  05-11-2015 22:32
  See this story at BrooklynPaper.com.By Colin MixsonThe Brooklyn PaperThe driver of a huge truck crashed into a Flatbush Avenue road barrier Downtown on Thursday, after swerving to avoid an ambulance speeding through a red light — narrowly missing a pedestrian standing in shock at a nearby crosswalk, according to the driver.“He just stood there,” said Moses Acevedo, who drives the now-wrecked truck for Crown Container.Acevedo had a green light as he was heading past Myrtle Avenu
  
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• Fans H.'s Review of Hair Mode - Flushing (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:31
  
  NANOTreatment - Deep moisture keep your hair young and suppleHair Mode VIP Member promotion:Follow Hair Mode Official Account, reply 「Nano Treatment」and Membership Card Number to redeem the…
  
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• Andy K.'s Review of The Halal Guys - New York (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:31
  
  Nothing more to say than the BEST halal food in the world! Fast lines and friendly staff! Can get very crowded during lunch and dinner hours!
  
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• Andy K.'s Review of Silver Star Cleaners 72 - New York (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:30
  
  Recently visited the new location! Had my dress shirts dry cleaned without any problems and tailored to my perfection and fit. Highly recommended!
  
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• Taekyoung K.'s Review of W. Pure Hair - flushing (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:29
  
  This is the best hair salon in Queens area. The hair designers are very nice and kind. Also they are well experienced hair specialists. I am happy to write this review. Have a good time with your hair…
  
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• Steven L.'s Review of Audi of Manhattan - New York (1/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:29
  
  a bunch of scumbags who still play the bait and switch game.
  
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• Iknow F.'s Review of The Pickle People - West Hempstead (2/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:29
  
  The SALTY PICKLE Should Be The Name Here.This Place Is Located Inside Western Beef And They Only Accept CashThat All Being Said The Pickles Are Ok.......Really Taste Of Salt Water Not So Much A…
  
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• Elizabeth T.'s Review of Mirman Brian F, DMD - Staten Island (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:29
  
  I am writing this for my husband.He was sent to Dr. Mirman earlier this week by his general dentist for an emergency RCT.He absolutely loved the doctor and his staff.They were all friendly,…
  
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• Chris T.'s Review of Oz Moving & Storage - Bronx (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:29
  
  Best move I've ever done. I've moved from neighborhood to neighborhood in Brooklyn six times in 14 years, and Oz blew everyone else away. They gave me a fair estimate, options for decreasing it (one…
  
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• Marilyn K.'s Review of Sushiro - New York (1/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:28
  
  Unfortunately, the chicken salad (chicken torii soba) had a bug in it.After that I didn't eat it.
  
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• James R.'s Review of Bibble & Sip - New York (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:28
  
  Super tasty and filling! Nice staff, Great environment. Cool latte art, It doesn't get much better than this!
  
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• Colleen L.'s Review of Magnolia Bakery Rockefeller Center - New York (4/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:28
  
  Best macarons I've ever had! If give 5 stars if they had more gluten free options. Gluten-free items: macarons, caramel corn, toffee. The croissants looked flaky & delish - just like what you'd find…
  
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• Beverly M.'s Review of Big Wong King - New York (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:28
  
  This place has been here since the beginning of time. Granted, it has become a little touristy due to its location on Mott street. But hey, prices are still reasonable and you can never say no to some…
  
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• Aaron K.'s Review of Gotham Burger Co - New York (1/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:28
  
  The only good thing, the chicken tenders, are now burnt beyond belief. I ordered the tenders and steak sandwich, waited ages for my food. When it was ready at the window, the waitress was ignoring it.…
  
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• Taylor T.'s Review of Think Coffee - New York (1/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:27
  
  Dear Baristas,Don't be d*cks.Seriously, you are all d*cks with serious 'tude.And I'm not sure why because as a barista you should be bringing joy into peoples' lives.To the afternoon barista -…
  
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• Kitty T.'s Review of Citi Dental Group - New York (1/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:27
  
  After seeing the good reviews on yelp, I made an appointment through zocdoc for dental cleaning here since I saw a time slot available. A day later, zocdoc sent me an email letting me know that the…
  
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• Maryam M.'s Review of 212Carpet - Great Neck (4/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:26
  
  These guys were awesome!Came to my apartment with samples, had my carpet installed the next day.Very knowledgeable and professional.Highly recommend them.
  
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• M David R.'s Review of La Pecora Bianca - New York (4/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:26
  
  This new Italian in the Nomad area offers contemporary American style take on basic Italian food at reasonable prices. Their bar might be the biggest surprise with some of the city's best Negroni's.…
  
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• James R.'s Review of Chipotle Mexican Grill - New York (3/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:26
  
  Not happy with how packed this place was. It took forever to get to the cashier to order and after that it took another eternity to get the staff to pay attention. Not worth your time for average…
  
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• Meiyee W.'s Review of Lan Zhou Handmade Noodle - Flushing (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:25
  
  Great consistency of noodles. Tastes authentic and the price is absolutely amazing for a bow of lamb noodles. Very quick service, and its always cool to watch them make the noodles. They also have…
  
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• Jammay C.'s Review of Liu's Shanghai - Brooklyn (3/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:25
  
  We went to this restaurant for lunch, due to the good ratings from fellow yelpers.The place is clean and fairly empty at 2:30 on a Thursday.There were two other tables dining at this time.We…
  
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• Chelsea E.'s Review of Rosemary's - New York (5/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 22:25
  
  Atmosphere and food are great! One of my favorite restaurants.
  
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• Correction: Film Review--The Peanuts Movie story

  05-11-2015 22:20
  
  Correction: Film Review--The Peanuts Movie story
  
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• stream Planning For Burial's split with Mother Room, see him live with Chasms (who make their NYC debut this week)

  05-11-2015 22:15 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  by Rob Sperry-Frommphoto: Planning for Burial at Saint Vitus in March (more by Amanda Hatfield)
  NJ's Planning For Burial has been up to some stuff this year. He just played a NYC show with So Hideous, he released a heavier-than-usual split with Mother Room, and he went on tour with Mother Room and King Woman, who used to sing with Whirr and released a solo EP earlier this year. That tour that ended up being the subject of a short documentary about the bands. You can watch it and stream that spli
  
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• Will Smith says he will tour with DJ Jazzy Jeff

  05-11-2015 22:12
  
  Will Smith says he will tour with DJ Jazzy Jeff and is working on new music
  
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• Officers seize Lil Wayne's assets for $2M court judgment

  05-11-2015 22:12
  
  Officers seize assets of rapper Lil Wayne for $2 million court judgment over leased jet
  
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• Slowdive releasing a live album recorded during 2014 tour, share "Avalyn" (listen)

  05-11-2015 21:51 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  photo: Slowdive @ Terminal 5, October 2015 (more by PSquared)
  Slowdive released their self-titled debut EP 25 years ago today (November 5, 1990). To commemorate the occasion, the band have shared a live recording of the EP's "Avalyn" from their 2014 North American tour. Along with it, the band shared some memories of the song on Facebook today as part of a lengthy piece about their formative years:We didn't really have a structure for the song until we got to the studio. In fact, it was almost a
  
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• 2 Chainz joined Chance the Rapper on stage in Atlanta, playing free FADER/Jagermeister show in NYC

  05-11-2015 21:47 via feedproxy.google.com
  
  photo: 2 Chainz at FFF Fest 2014 (more by Tim Griffin)
  2 Chainz, now a father, is in a new FADER x Jagermeister video called Unlocking the Craft that comes out November 11:In October, 2 Chainz and The FADER zipped off to Wolfenbüttel, Germany to the Jägermeister factory to spend time with master distiller Mr. Fritz, and mixologist Nils Boese. After 2 Chainz learned all about the herbal German liquor, he crafted his own very special cocktail. And the best part is, we caught it all on ca
  
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• Sponsored Video: “The Gentleman’s Wager II”

  05-11-2015 21:41 via bkmag.com
  
  Sometimes a compelling short film comes to us from an unexpected place—like “The Gentleman’s Wager II,” starring Jude Law, Giancarlo Giannini, and Zhao Wei, presented by Johnnie Walker Blue Label. This project has us hooked with its whimsical premise, gorgeous scenery, and clever cameos.
  The film follows a bet placed by Law’s and Giannini’s characters that Law can’t make it to Monaco in Giannini’s rundown vintage racecar (his most cherished posses
  
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• CeeLo Green: 'Heart Blanche' a 'prequel' to more new music

  05-11-2015 21:34
  
  CeeLo Green says new album, 'Heart Blanche,' is a 'prequel' to catalog of new music
  
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• Ahmad F.'s Review of Kuppi Coffee Company - Edgewater (4/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 21:33
  
  Good coffee selection and its artisanal stuff. You see love in coffee. Good work on cortado !!!
  Amazing views.
  Interior is nice.
  Nerdy cool staff.
  Amazing art work.
  Comfy sofa and chairs.
  Super super…
  
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• Wei Wei H.'s Review of 1 or 8 - Brooklyn (4/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 21:32
  
  I didn't think I would find a very nice sushi place in Williamsburg to my liking, 1 or 8 is located on the quiet side of town, we went on a weekday night thinking that we could avoid the crowd, we got…
  
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• Thomas S.'s Review of Barney's New York - New York (4/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 21:32
  
  I love Barneys, I was so sad to see it had only a women's section, but I got to look through their makeup and hats. The customer service is what you would expect from Barneys, and if not, you can…
  
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• Susan A.'s Review of The Bee's Knees - New York (3/5) on Yelp

  05-11-2015 21:32
  
  (3.5 stars)
  The Bee's Knees is a small coffee shop on 3rd avenue.The coffee is good, but I don't particularly like it for the following reasons:- Getting your drunk is slow, but it's not the…
  
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