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Get to Know: Life In Film (VIDEO)

Crane.tv | Posted 05.15.2012

Crane.tv

"Working with Stephen was great, we just told him to make us sound like The Smiths," jokes guitarist Edward. By the sound of things to come, it looks like Life In Film should get used to living life in the spotlight.

Morrissey Lends Classic Smiths Song To Department Store Ad

The Huffington Post | Gazelle Emami | Posted 01.12.2012

Morrissey has done the unthinkable for many of his fans -- the singer/songwriter lent the classic 1984 Smiths song, "Please, Please, Please, Let Me Ge...

Warhol Factory Auteur Paul Morrissey Premieres News From Nowhere In-Person at Lincoln Center Tonight

Michael Vazquez | Posted 11.06.2011

Michael Vazquez

Tonight, New York cinephiles are getting a once-in-a-lifetime experience as Paul Morrissey, Warhol's in-house Factory cameramen turned indie auteur debuts his new film, News From Nowhere.

Biggest Box Set Ever?

Posted 09.27.2011

The beloved British band, The Smiths, are releasing a new limited edition box set this October titled, straightforwardly, "The Smiths Complete-Deluxe ...

Meet England's The Heartbreaks

Salvatore Bono | Posted 05.25.2011

Salvatore Bono

The Heartbreaks are bringing posh looks and catchy hooks back to rock and roll. Inspired by their small town and the sea, this Britpop band is about to make big waves in the music world.

Catching Up With Andy Rourke of The Smiths

Salvatore Bono | Posted 05.25.2011

Salvatore Bono

When it comes to icons of the indie world, none are bigger than The Smiths. Bassist Andy Rourke opens up about his time in Manchester's iconic band and his current endeavors.

Bowery Ballroom Welcome's London's The Vaccines

Salvatore Bono | Posted 05.25.2011

Salvatore Bono

No album, no EPs, no singles, all buzz and they managed to sell out Bowery Ballroom on their U.S. debut. Not only that, but The Vaccines have been together for less than a year.

God's Emotions: What Does 'Jesus Loves Me' Actually Mean?

Valerie Tarico | Posted 05.25.2011

Valerie Tarico

What is at the very heart of human desires? To be loved. And isn't it interesting that according to Christian teachings, love for us is the emotional core of the risen Jesus, the one who dwells in human hearts and hears the prayers of little children?

"Talking Old Soldiers": A Chatty Playlist for Stanley McChrystal

David Wild | Posted 05.25.2011

David Wild

Here's a loose-lipped playlist for Stan the Man, a dude with a big ego and a very mixed record who finally accomplished the impossible -- actually stealing some of the cultural spotlight away from Lady GaGa.

Music for the Fall of the Berlin Wall

Tim Mohr | Posted 05.25.2011

Tim Mohr

The awareness of mortality in 1980s nuke-pop was amplified by the inescapably bleak Cold War reality. With the fall of the Wall, much of the threat evaporated. The music, however, lives on.

"My Mouth Almighty": A Playlist For Pat Robertson and His Big Hateful Holy Rolling Mouth

David Wild | Posted 05.25.2011

David Wild

There are human tragedies like the one in Haiti that can make you question your belief in God. Then there are holier than thou fools like Pat Robertson who can remind you that some of us have the Devil inside.

"Beauty Is Only Skin Deep": A Very Pretty Playlist for Carrie Prejean

David Wild | Posted 05.25.2011

David Wild

Seeing Ms. Prejean attempt to manhandle the "media" or Larry King the other night reminded me of a lesson I learned long, long ago.

Disorder In The House: A Playlist For A Carolina Liar, Joe Wilson

David Wild | Posted 05.25.2011

David Wild

A playlist for Joe Wilson -- if only to try and shut up this loudmouth for at least a little while.

When Harry Met Sadness: (500) Days of Summer Reconsiders American Romantic Comedy

Gregory Weinkauf | Posted 05.25.2011

Gregory Weinkauf

(500) Days of Summer is not the smartest, funniest or sleekest movie to which Fox didn't invite me this year -- but in its pretentious mope-rock way it is ambitious, thoughtful and fulfilling.