AKB48 – Green Flash (Type-S) (a J!-ENT World Groove CD Single Review)

“Green Flash” Type-S is a good single but having been spoiled by many other AKB48 CD+DVD releases, I was hoping for more. Overall, if you can find this CD+DVD cheap, then “Green Flash (Type-S) is worth checking out! Otherwise, if all you want is the Read More …

Flower – Koibito ga Santa Claus (a J!-ENT World Groove CD Single Review)

Flower’s fourth CD single release features a Christmas dance cover version of the popular 1980 Yumi Matsutoya classic “Koibito ga Santa Claus” plus a Christmas version of their first single “Still”.  If you are a Flower fan, “Koibito ga Santa Claus” is an entertaining and Read More …

AKB48 Team Surprise – Sono mama de (Pachinko Hall Version – #3) (a J!-ENT World Groove CD Single Review)

“Sono mama de”…The third CD+DVD single from AKB48 Team Suprise features AKB48 members Tomomi Itano, Aki Takajo and Yui Yokoyama performing a catchy, pop track.  Definitely an interesting lineup that I never expected, for fans of either ladies will definitely enjoy this third AKB48 Team Read More …

PIERCED ARROWS RELEASE NEW ALBUM DESCENDING SHADOWS TODAY, FULL ALBUM STREAMING NOW AT VICERECORDS.COM

Pierced Arrows, the Portland-based trio comprised of legendary members Fred and Toody Cole of the seminal punk band Dead Moon and drummer Kelly Halliburton are releasing their sophomore album Descending Shadows today on VICE Records. To kick off the release, VICE Records is hosting an Read More …

Susan Boyle – I Dreamed a Dream (a J!-ENT World Groove Album Review)

A solid album showcasing Susan Boyle’s vocals.  An album consisting primarily of cover songs but an arrangement that compliments Boyle’s vocals.  Overall, a safe but yet fantastic debut! ARTIST: Susan Boyle ALBUM: I Dreamed a Dream (Digital Version) LABEL: Syco Music/Columbia Records DURATION: 43:00 RELEASE Read More …

Kristinia DeBarge – Exposed (A J!-ENT World Groove Album Review)

“It’s great to hear another DeBarge back in the music scene.  Kristinia DeBarge’s debut with ‘Exposed’ is solid, enjoyable and catchy album.  Beautiful vocals and combined with a solid production from Kenny ‘Babyface’ Edmonds and company.  A wonderful album from Kristinia!” ARTIST: Kristinia DeBarge ALBUM: Read More …

moumoon – Tiny Star (a J!-ENT World Groove CD Single Review)

“The second CD single from moumoon features a theme for the Nintendo DS Bandai/Namco game ’99 no Namida’ and an English track.  Overall, an awesome and solid CD single by the rock duo!  This band has just become my 2008 Hot Band Pick of the Read More …