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1	Will 3D Gaming Ever Become Mainstream? Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2011-06-28 | - Word Count: 719 | Viewed: 525 | Votes: 0 Will 3D gaming and 3D entertainment ever become mainstream - a prominent feature in our daily lives? Lately, there has been a renewed interest in all things 3D and while it is winning a few battles, can it truly win the war? Read this eye-popping article to discover the answer!
2	Music and Humor Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-07-29 | - Word Count: 914 | Viewed: 988 | Votes: 0 Music and humor can intersect in one of three ways. The first way is when serious artists get clever. This would be The Who's "Squeeze Box," The Ramones "I Want to be Sedated," or Aerosmith's "Dude Looks Like a Lady."
3	'Dukes of September Rhythm Revue' Tour Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-07-28 | - Word Count: 548 | Viewed: 2006 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 The Dukes of September play jazz-rock and blue-eyed soul while covering artists like Little Anthony, David Ruffin and Curtis Mayfield. The Dukes of Stratosphear were the alter egos of the British rock band XTC. And they are on tour this year...
4	The 10 Best Places in America to See a Play or Musical Written by: Kelly McCartney | Distributed: 2010-07-27 | - Word Count: 531 | Viewed: 1068 | Votes: 0 Beginning with Radio City Music Hall, Kelly documents ten favorite vacation spots that allow you to take in a play or musical...
5	Overcome Your Guitar Playing Problems With Speed Testing Written by: Craig Bassett | Distributed: 2010-07-27 | - Word Count: 1017 | Viewed: 1074 | Votes: 0 A large number of guitarists make a number of mistakes when they find that they have trouble playing something... They try to improve their playing of something without doing a few vital things... Read this article to get your guitar playing technique back on track...
6	Six Broadway Shows You Must See Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-04-29 | - Word Count: 643 | Viewed: 1279 | Votes: 0 Even those living in a cave know that Wicked, The Lion King and Chicago are Broadway's hottest tickets. But they're not the only entertainment on the Great White Way. Below, BSTLV looks at eight other Broadway shows you should definitely check out. These eight productions range from timeless revivals to brand new dramatic works that are destined to become Broadway classics.
7	Must-See 2010 Summer Music Festivals Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-04-28 | - Word Count: 885 | Viewed: 1106 | Votes: 0 One of the best things about summer, at least for music fans, is the plethora of music festivals held all across the country and all though out the season. These festivals bring together dozens of great bands usually for more than one day and usually on more than one stage.
8	How Does A Blu-ray Disc Work? Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2010-04-27 | - Word Count: 444 | Viewed: 1276 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 0.50 Blu-ray Players are all the rage in home entertainment, but how exactly does a Blu-ray disc work and why is it so much better than a regular DVD disc or system? Read this informative article to discover how a Blu-ray disc works.
9	The Top 10 Amusement Parks in America Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-04-21 | - Word Count: 1163 | Viewed: 2017 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 The deciding factor in selecting the top ten amusement parks in America was the answer to the following question: is the park worth a trip across country? If the park is in Florida is it worth the trip from the West Coast? If the park is in California is it worth the journey from Boston or Baltimore? If the answer was yes, the park qualified for inclusion.
10	Blu-ray Players Loading Times Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2010-04-21 | - Word Count: 322 | Viewed: 1212 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 3.00 The disc loading times of Blu-ray Players have always been a tricky issue with users. Why does it take forever for Blu-ray discs to load? Why are there no menus? Find out the answers by reading this informative article...
11	Springtime in Boston Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-04-20 | - Word Count: 696 | Viewed: 928 | Votes: 0 Spring is always a welcomed time of year especially after a long, cold winter. In Boston, springtime is a chance to forget all about the snow and ice and instead embrace the numerous outdoor activities the city has to offer.
12	Has 3D Gaming Finally Arrived? Written by: Titus Hoskins | Distributed: 2010-04-20 | - Word Count: 970 | Viewed: 1004 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 Dazzle them and they will come, or will they? We all know the new 3D technology as seen in the popular film Avatar has everyone enthralled, but will 3D have the same impact on computer gaming? Are we on the verge of a visual gaming revolution?
13	Jimmy Buffett and His 'Under the Big Top' Tour Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-03-15 | - Word Count: 500 | Viewed: 1412 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 This is Buffett's umpteenth tour of North America and it's supporting his latest release, "Buffet Hotel." That's not a misspelling. "Buffet Hotel" is the name of a hotel in the landlocked nation of Mali. Buffett discovered the hotel on a recent trip to West Africa.
14	Welcome to Sugarland - Sugarland's 'Incredible Machine Tour' Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2010-03-14 | - Word Count: 598 | Viewed: 1245 | Votes: 0 The incredibly successful Sugarland has released three studio albums, all of which have reached multi-platinum status. A fourth is scheduled to drop this summer.
15	Earn Money Sharing Videos Written by: Mary Ann Desiano | Distributed: 2010-03-11 | - Word Count: 322 | Viewed: 871 | Votes: 0 An easy online business is sending viral videos to your friends. Make money from ad revenue and membership fees on video sharing web sites.
16	Lessons About Tattoo Removal From A Practicing Dermatologist Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-03-08 | - Word Count: 656 | Viewed: 1168 | Votes: 0 My brother has been a dermatologist for about 20 years. During his time in practice, he has had his share of patients coming to him for advice about their tattoos. Unfortunately, they are not aware that this is a very time-consuming and expensive process and many of them ultimately leave stunned and shocked.
17	Cheap Tattoos Cheapen The Tattooing Experience Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-03-04 | - Word Count: 603 | Viewed: 887 | Votes: 0 Many of my girlfriends have "girl nights" around getting tattoos, as if it were as casual as getting a haircut or a manicure. The casual attitude toward tattoos bothers me for two reasons; there is the age old argument that tattoos are permanent and not a decision to make lightly. The other argument I have against tattoos is that getting a tattoo on a whim significantly cheapens the tattoos that others have for cultural reasons or to commemorate a major life event.
18	Lower-Back Tattoos Look Great, But There Could Be Health Issues Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2010-03-03 | - Word Count: 548 | Viewed: 1683 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 1.00 Tattoos look amazing, and cool Tattoos have become a fashion trend today. The ladies like getting tattoos on their lower-back, but a word of warning about getting tattoos on the lower-back region of your body.
19	How to Choose a Meaningful Tattoo Design Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-03-02 | - Word Count: 701 | Viewed: 2097 | Votes: 0 If your desire for being tattooed is impulsive, the simple act of thinking about the tattoo you want may cause you to consider deeper reasons and meaning behind your urge. If you really want a tattoo, know why you really want it and know what you really want it to be. Getting a tattoo should never be taken lightly... It is a permanent expression of you, so make sure you pick the right tattoo design for the occasion.
20	Can I Have My Rebel Image Back Please? Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2010-03-02 | - Word Count: 553 | Viewed: 813 | Votes: 0 Whenever I see a really unique tattoo I can't help but think of that line from the movie The Wild One. You know the one where the main character Johnny's asked what he's rebelling against and he answers, "Whaddya got?"
21	What To Do When Tattoos Go Wrong Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-03-01 | - Word Count: 840 | Viewed: 2180 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 2.00 Tattoos are becoming more and more popular, and a lot of people have at least one on their body. While most people get tattoos because they want one, there are situations where tattoos may be used in a medical procedure. But when tattoos go wrong, it is important to get educated and fully understand the options for tattoo removals that are available in today's marketplace.
22	Own Your Tattoos, But Don't Let Your Tattoos Own You Written by: Janis Broome | Distributed: 2010-02-26 | - Word Count: 635 | Viewed: 805 | Votes: 0 Tattooing, in one way or another, generally represents something that is special to the individual who is wearing it. I personally have an array of them now. But my husband still gets mad when he see "Josh" tattooed on my shoulder blade... As you might guess, "Josh" is not my husband anymore...
23	Tattoos Have Transformed From Mom To Artwork Of The 21st Century Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-02-25 | - Word Count: 554 | Viewed: 1197 | Votes: 0 You could call it a 21st century art form: people use their bodies as living displays of what they care about in the form of pictorial art. Over time, tattoo artists have become more and more sophisticated, able to create complex and well-executed designs.
24	To Be Inked Or Not To Be Inked? Choose Wisely Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2010-02-24 | - Word Count: 537 | Viewed: 951 | Votes: 0 Is getting a tattoo right for everyone? There are some wise dos and don'ts that go with the idea of a tattoo.
25	The Best Traditions And Advice For The Tattooing Experience Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2010-02-24 | - Word Count: 566 | Viewed: 848 | Votes: 0 The ritual of tattooing and adorning the body with ink and color has been a tradition for centuries. Tattooing is definitely not a fad, or a practice reserved to any particular element of society. It is a tradition that has been found in all parts of the world, in different sects of society.
26	Ten of the Main Barcelona Attractions for Young Children Written by: Olga Simon | Distributed: 2010-02-18 | - Word Count: 953 | Viewed: 736 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 1.00 If you are visiting Barcelona with children, it is not often easy to keep them occupied and entertained. Bored children can spoil your holiday, so here is our choice of the top 10 attractions Barcelona has to offer to families with children of any age.
27	The Six Degrees of Internet Marketing Written by: Bill Platt | Distributed: 2010-01-26 | - Word Count: 991 | Viewed: 1503 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 4.00 The theory behind the Six Degrees of Separation is that all people on earth can be connected together in as little as six steps. Now, I know what you might be thinking at this juncture... That sounds fun and interesting, but what does that have to do with Internet Marketing? That is a great question that I am going to answer for you in this article...
28	Los Angeles Celebrity Helicopter Tours Written by: Jay Wilson | Distributed: 2010-01-13 | - Word Count: 463 | Viewed: 797 | Votes: 3 | Rating: 2.00 Many people come to Los Angeles to get a glimpse of celebrities and the lifestyles they lead. A bus tour can get you in front of their home or take you to where the movie premieres are, but they can't get you a bird's eye view of where they live and spend their time out of the spotlight.
29	Michael Jackson Vs Prince Written by: Ov Guy | Distributed: 2010-01-12 | - Word Count: 737 | Viewed: 1315 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 3.00 What is the real story behind the Michael Jackson vs. Prince rivalry? On our new website, we present the answer from people who were there and saw what was going on first hand. In this article, we crack open the door that hides the truth of how the music industry works behind the scenes, so that consumers might better understand why their favorite musicians do not grace the airwaves as often as they otherwise would...
30	Live Nation Linking To Ticket Brokers Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-12-31 | - Word Count: 501 | Viewed: 766 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 5.00 At the time of this writing (late 2009) Live Nation's website is linking to tickets held by brokers. This isn't a move to bolster its online marketing. The world's largest promoter of concerts says it's a move to better serve their customers. But there may be more to this story...
31	Harlem Globetrotters Coming To A City Near You Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-12-30 | - Word Count: 518 | Viewed: 882 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.00 The Harlem Globetrotters are coming to a city near you in 2010. While the goodwill ambassadors of basketball play year around, their North American touring schedule generally last from late December through late April-early May.
32	Hockey News: NHL Preview 2009 Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-10-22 | - Word Count: 1045 | Viewed: 870 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 0.00 Most NHL teams start their training camps the weekend of Sept. 12th. The puck is dropped on the regular season Oct. 1. Due to the Winter Olympics the NHL All-Star game is suspended this season. Instead the league will shut down from Feb. 15 through Feb. 28 to allow NHL players to skate with their respective countries.
33	NBA Locks Out Referees, What Does It Mean For Fans? Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-10-22 | - Word Count: 547 | Viewed: 1045 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 1.75 With their contract expired and negations at a standstill, the NBA has locked out its referees and announced it will begin using replacements officials. So what? It's just a bunch of short, old guys (and one old woman) running around blowing whistles or not blowing whistles.
34	The Art of Miami Written by: Lynda Belcher | Distributed: 2009-09-08 | - Word Count: 645 | Viewed: 872 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.38 The art scene in Miami is always full of creative enterprise, with art openings occurring regularly and some of the most well known artists (of all types) choosing to display their work here. Moreover, the art scene includes a diverse grouping of performing arts venues as well as museums, music halls and much more.
35	The San Francisco Theatre Scene Written by: Mark Anderson | Distributed: 2009-09-02 | - Word Count: 923 | Viewed: 989 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 2.00 Just about any time of the year you can scour the theater listings in the San Francisco Bay Area and find well over 100 productions available for viewing. These shows range from plays to musicals to cabarets and everything else in between.
36	Roger Daltrey, Who Are You? Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-09-02 | - Word Count: 605 | Viewed: 945 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.75 Roger Daltrey has been inappropriately maligned throughout his career. He's the front man for one of the greatest rock bands of all-time, The Who. Yet when names are tossed around as to who is the greatest lead-singer in rock and roll history his name never seems to come up. Why is that?
37	Rob Thomas, His Wife, and Her Diamonds Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-09-01 | - Word Count: 581 | Viewed: 8629 | Votes: 25 | Rating: 1.88 Rob Thomas' latest album, Cradlesong, deals with dark issues and adult themes but none is more serious than the illness inflicting his wife Marisol (Maldonado) Thomas. Marisol suffers from a rare autoimmune disorder and her plight was Thomas' muse for Cradlesong's first single, "Her Diamonds."
38	56 Stars To Help Others Make Better Tattoo Decisions Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2009-08-31 | - Word Count: 855 | Viewed: 959 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.67 Tattoos are an art form that help people achieve true self expression. But for every positive tattoo story, it never fails that there are an equal number of tattoo horror stories. To make your tattoo experience one that you can be proud of for a lifetime, please read this article to make sure that you will take all considerations to heart, before you sit down in the tattoo artist's chair.
39	Bold Tattoos Begin With Bold Questions To The Tattoo Artist Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2009-08-31 | - Word Count: 1033 | Viewed: 1141 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.67 When the tattoo artist begins inking your skin, it is too late to ask important questions about your design choice and the tattooing process. When you enter the tattoo parlor, leave your timidness about asking questions at the front door. Be bold and ask the important questions, or you may find yourself regretting your failure to do so for years to come.
40	Pearl Jam Sells Out Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-08-28 | - Word Count: 772 | Viewed: 861 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 4.00 When fans, especially those of the casual variety, think of Pearl Jam they generally conjure up an image of a "fight the power" type of band who's politically active and bent on not succumbing to the "Man" running the music industry.
41	Hot Miami Sound Written by: Lynda Belcher | Distributed: 2009-08-28 | - Word Count: 738 | Viewed: 789 | Votes: 2 | Rating: 0.00 Because Miami is such a virtual melting pot of ethnicities and various cultures, it's no wonder that it's all manifested in the music. There few other places in the country, or the world, that can boast the number of different musical sounds that Miami contains in one city.
42	For Vikings and Eagles The Time is Now Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-08-28 | - Word Count: 1095 | Viewed: 807 | Votes: 1 | Rating: 3.00 The Minnesota Vikings and the Philadelphia Eagles start their respective preseason schedules with one thing in common, high expectations. Yet in order to achieve success both teams must overcome a completely different impediment.
43	When Considering A Tattoo, Put Some Real Thought Into Your Decisions Written by: Bree Levine | Distributed: 2009-08-07 | - Word Count: 728 | Viewed: 1123 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.90 The story of my first tattoo is not an exciting one: no one was drunk, nothing was misspelled, and it didn't happen in jail. Personally, I think tattoos are awesome. I have one, and I plan to get more. However, your decision to get a tattoo can be permanent, so make sure that you consider the negatives of a tattoo alongside the positives of a tattoo.
44	Why People Gamble Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-29 | - Word Count: 721 | Viewed: 4423 | Votes: 18 | Rating: 2.94 Gambling is an instinct inherent in all of us. We all gamble. Even if you have never placed a bet in your life, you are still a gambler. Don't believe it? Let's see...
45	Weezy is America's Most Wanted Written by: Lynda Belcher | Distributed: 2009-07-23 | - Word Count: 599 | Viewed: 779 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.18 I can remember when I first heard Lil Wayne spit. He was still with Cash Money then and he was rapping on a song with Juvenile and B.G. I remember thinking at the time that his voice was so unique and his flow so different that he was probably going to be the only one out of all three of the rappers on that track to last, yet he was the most low-profile and only had like four or five lines in the song. Now, almost ten years later, I have sooooo been proven right.
46	Lady Gaga and Kanye West To Tour Written by: Lynda Belcher | Distributed: 2009-07-22 | - Word Count: 436 | Viewed: 784 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.27 There are two things wrong with a tour featuring Lady Gaga and Kanye West. To start, let me just say that I think both people are two of the most talented voices in music today. They are both innovative and daring with their music. They are both trendsetting fashion gurus that are always wearing something no one else has even though to put together. They are both pretty easy on the eyes, in their own funky way. And they both have egos the size of the Pacific Ocean.
47	Nationwide Audiences Revel In Wicked Fun During Wicked: The Musical Written by: Lynda Belcher | Distributed: 2009-07-15 | - Word Count: 548 | Viewed: 860 | Votes: 13 | Rating: 2.38 In my opinion, the best stories are those that are about the "other guy." You know, the one who would never normally get the spotlight or have his story told if it were not for the main story line of a TV show, book or movie. Some people might refer to this character as the underdog, but this is not always an accurate assessment.
48	Gambling Myths Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-14 | - Word Count: 728 | Viewed: 1101 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 Few areas of human activity are so immersed in superstition and myth as gambling. Many gamblers do believe in "good" and "bad" luck, playing a part in their gambling success or failure and often carry "good luck charms" or have rituals they perform before going to play. Unless the belief in "luck" becomes obsessive, it is usually harmless.
49	A Brief History of Online Gambling Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-07 | - Word Count: 710 | Viewed: 1320 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63 Gambling is said to be as old as organized society itself. There is evidence that the ancient societies of India, China, Greece and Rome all had some form of gambling culture. Some articles thought to be gambling implements dating back to about 2300 BCE have been found in China. A pair of dice dating from 1500 BCE has been found in Egypt.
50	Fantasy Baseball - Fool Proof Strategies To Win Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-04-23 | - Word Count: 693 | Viewed: 1163 | Votes: 4 | Rating: 2.00 Fantasy Baseball is a popular game. The players involved in this game work towards managing imagining team of baseball. This is totally based on the baseball players' real life performance. The players in Fantasy Baseball compete against one another using those players' statistics in order score points.