50 Highest Rated
"Arts and Entertainment" Articles

1	Movie Posters and Entertainment Memorabilia Can Be Money In The Bank Written by: Ralph Deluca | Distributed: 2008-09-25 | Word Count: 889 | Page Views: 6240 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 4.00 With rare exceptions, such as some of the Batman movie posters, most new release movie posters can be purchased for as little as $15-$20. With this knowledge in hand, most people look at movie posters with a sense of ho-hum when thinking about entertainment memorabilia and collectibles. But the big picture is much more enticing.
2	Newbie's Guide to Science Fiction and Fantasy and Genre Conventions Written by: June Williams | Distributed: 2008-04-03 | Word Count: 1910 | Page Views: 1619 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.80 An overview of the many kinds of conventions and expos that appeal to Science Fiction, Fantasy, Horror, Anime, Gaming and Comics fans. It helps fans avoid costly pitfalls and aims to maximize their enjoyment by finding which conventions best suit their interests and temperaments.
3	A Little About Bruce Springsteen Written by: Mark Anderson | Distributed: 2008-10-09 | Word Count: 757 | Page Views: 3200 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.67 Talented individuals there are all over, and talented creators of music too, but how many are so great that they've won eighteen Grammy Awards plus one Academy Award? The answer is very simple: only one. His name is Bruce Frederick Joseph Springsteen - an American citizen born at Long Branch, New Jersey on September 23, 1949.
4	The Police are Back on the Road Written by: Bret Robson | Distributed: 2007-10-08 | Word Count: 503 | Page Views: 1135 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.60 The Police are back on the road this year for the first time in two decades, in one of the most eagerly anticipated tours of recent years.
5	Gambling Myths Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-14 | Word Count: 728 | Page Views: 1100 | 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.
6	Carrie Underwood: Paving Her Way to Stardom Written by: Mark Anderson | Distributed: 2008-02-21 | Word Count: 581 | Page Views: 1501 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.56 Country music darling and American Idol winner Carrie Underwood was born and raised on a farm in Oklahoma. Carrie was born in 1983 on March 10th. Carrie Marie Underwood was destined to become a country music star.
7	Seeking Three Minutes Of Fame And Attention On American Idol Written by: Trent Lampe | Distributed: 2007-04-03 | Word Count: 771 | Page Views: 1378 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.55 With the American Idol marvel currently taking place, one cannot ignore the appeal of the general public for fame. If you were to poll a typical teenager, you would discover that most youngsters consider fame as a sign of success in life. In-fact, modern-day celebrity has become a phenomenon, fueled by what seems to be an all-time high in the quest for recognition and stardom.
8	A Fall Wedding For Jennifer Anniston And Vince Vaughn? Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2007-12-10 | Word Count: 398 | Page Views: 1799 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 After more than a year of neither publicly affirming nor denying their romantic relationship, Jennifer Anniston and Vince Vaughn are finally engaged.
9	Marketing for Wedding Photographers: 5 Attract More Wedding Clients Packages Written by: Lesley Mattos | Distributed: 2006-08-17 | Word Count: 421 | Page Views: 1940 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.50 While professional photographers shoot many types of events, many are coming up with unique ideas and incentives to offer their wedding clients, which are giving them an edge over their competitors.
10	What is the Trans-Siberian Orchestra? Written by: Mark Anderson | Distributed: 2008-11-05 | Word Count: 708 | Page Views: 2949 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.44 The Trans-Siberian Orchestra, often called TSO, is a rock orchestra founded in the mid-1990s. The band's style is very hard to describe, as it incorporates elements of classical musical, heavy metal, symphonic metal and progressive rock. While the Trans-Siberian Orchestra is based in New York City, it often tours around the world. That means that people in unusual and obscure locations may get the chance to experience this unique sound.
11	The Music Industry -- How To Lose Money And Ruin Your Career With A Number One Hit Song? Written by: Stan Medley | Distributed: 2007-04-04 | Word Count: 953 | Page Views: 1492 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.43 Any career development person worth his salt, wants you to have a career that is constantly rising. The most important tool to accomplish this is survey technique. Why does your career development person do this? Because you can actually lose money and ruin your career with a poorly planned number one hit.
12	That Futures Market Thing Is Here In the Secondary Ticket Market Written by: Stephen K. Happel and Marianne M. Jennings | Distributed: 2008-02-21 | Word Count: 1419 | Page Views: 1163 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 3.40 Since 1989, we've been on a quest to address and overcome the legal, economic and ethical concerns of those who find something unseemly about secondary ticket markets, aka ticket scalping. Slowly but surely, legislators and regulators saw the benefits and beauty of a free market for tickets, and once-banished ticket resales came out into the light, emerging from their homes in raincoats, back rooms, and trunks.
13	Review: Losing Weight With Burn The Fat Feed The Muscle Written by: Liz Beresford | Distributed: 2006-10-19 | Word Count: 787 | Page Views: 1615 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.30 From its title, this burn the fat program is clearly going to insist that you exercise. I guess anyone who hates that idea will not be purchasing it! The author, Tom Venuto, is a natural body builder (which means he does not use drugs) so his plan includes lots of movement, including cardio and strength training, to burn fat.
14	Brokeback Mountain Filming - Pictures and Review Written by: Travel Alberta | Distributed: 2006-12-12 | Word Count: 1400 | Page Views: 2819 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25 Already viewed by more people than any of the other of this year's Oscar contenders, Brokeback has splayed some of Alberta's most stunning geography on silver screens the world over.
15	Guide To The Best Bands To See Live Written by: Bret Robson | Distributed: 2007-10-17 | Word Count: 788 | Page Views: 1418 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.25 There are five UK bands that deliver legendary performances to their audiences time and time again. Buy a concert ticket for one of these acts, and you will never come away disappointed.
16	Britney Spears Second Baby Is Cause For Big Bouquets Of Flowers Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-02-25 | Word Count: 432 | Page Views: 1294 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.22 There's been a baby boom in the world of entertainment, and the latest of these little stars is Sutton Pierce, the son of pop mega-star Britney Spears and her husband, rapper Kevin Federline. Baby Sutton was born on September 12th, 2006 via caesarean section some time around 2 a.m. He is the second son born to the couple; his older brother Sean Preston turned one-year-old just days after Sutton's birth. While the birth of the baby certainly makes Spears and her family deliriously happy, high-end gift retailers are probably thrilled, too. You see, the latest trend in gift giving is to give extravagant gifts at the birth of a new baby.
17	Braving A Cat Show Written by: Ingrid Stenquist | Distributed: 2007-04-13 | Word Count: 719 | Page Views: 1034 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 3.10 Madison Square Gardens has an annual tradition of hosting the CFA IAMS Cat Championships, hosted by the Cat Fanciers' Association within the Expo Center. I had the great pleasure of accompanying a cat enthusiast this weekend to survey the kitty floor. After purchasing my over-priced cat show ticket, I circled my way around the many tower levels and found myself face to face with the ticket clinchers. Upon thrusting my $15 ticket into the hand of a stupidly smiling portly fellow . . . I quickly realized that this is going to be weird.
18	Top 5 UK Concert Venues Written by: Bret Robson | Distributed: 2007-10-18 | Word Count: 743 | Page Views: 1578 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 3.09 Here, five top UK venues are put under the microscope in an attempts to explain why this phenomenon might happen, so the next time you buy your concert tickets, you might consider improving on the experience by attending it at one of these top locations.
19	Here Is How Others, Just Like You, Have Made a Lot of Money By Starting A Record Label Written by: Ty Cohen | Distributed: 2006-05-23 | Word Count: 672 | Page Views: 1072 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 A virtual Renaissance is going on right now in the record label industry, because space, volume and distance are no longer obstacles. Recent changes in technology have opened the playing field to Indies.
20	Angelina Jolie May Work With A Wedding Florist Soon Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2007-12-24 | Word Count: 468 | Page Views: 1435 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.00 With the birth of Angelina Jolie's baby with Brad Pitt now past, the couple's thoughts may now turn to planning a wedding complete with cake, a beautiful gown, A-list guests, and gorgeous flowers. Of all the work that goes into creating the perfect wedding, planning the flowers may actually be the easiest step.
21	iPod 101 Written by: Jance Hayes | Distributed: 2006-07-18 | Word Count: 394 | Page Views: 1580 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 3.00 You've joined the latest craze, bought an iPod and opened the box. Now you're a bit perplexed as to how to actually use this nifty little gadget. Here's a few basic tips to get your click-wheel rolling, applicable to most models:
22	Why Do Friends Let Friends Embarrass Themselves On American Idol? Written by: Trent Lampe | Distributed: 2007-03-20 | Word Count: 827 | Page Views: 1131 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 3.00 After seeing some atrocious performances on American Idol, we are always left wondering whether we would ever let our own friends embarrass themselves on this show and in this manner. How is it that people allow their friends to be victims of American Idol? If a friend is clearly tone-deaf but wants to audition for American Idol, friends or family members should intervene and not let this non-talented pal audition for the show. It is just not right to allow them to go on TV and embarrass themselves by butchering a classic song.
23	Renaissance Fairs – Festivals Of Spring Written by: Tiffani Lott | Distributed: 2007-05-04 | Word Count: 768 | Page Views: 1476 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 3.00 Renaissance fairs were celebrated as festivals of spring. A celebration of the end of another harsh winter, and the promise of the rebirth of the land and the new crops to come. The essentials of mediaeval life that were celebrated every year between the end of winter and the beginning of spring.
24	Classic Rock Performers Who Have Had A Lasting Influence On Music Written by: Braden Aalders | Distributed: 2007-06-13 | Word Count: 1071 | Page Views: 1736 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 3.00 Classic rock is a fundamental part of American history. Many of today's leading bands can trace their styles back to the influence of certain musicians. While every song made available to the world has had an impact on the music industry, there are certain performers who will eternally stand at the forefront of music.
25	Why People Gamble Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-29 | Word Count: 721 | Page Views: 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...
26	The Authenticity Of Civil War Reenactments Written by: Tiffani Lott | Distributed: 2007-05-07 | Word Count: 712 | Page Views: 2004 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.91 The authenticity of Civil War reneactments is of extreme importance to many Americans who regard them as an important means, not only of participating in an enjoyable activity, but also of keeping alive the history of the period.
27	How to Attend TV Show Tapings Written by: Jordan McAuley | Distributed: 2007-02-20 | Word Count: 1702 | Page Views: 13706 | Votes: 26 | Rating: 2.88 Shows you how to attend free television show tapings in Los Angeles, New York, and the U.K.
28	Fifteen Minutes of Shame Written by: Lisa Earle McLeod | Distributed: 2008-08-14 | Word Count: 691 | Page Views: 2510 | Votes: 15 | Rating: 2.87 What happens when America's cutest, perkiest TV relationships guru finds out her husband is cheating, live on national television? Syndicated newspaper columnist Lisa Earle McLeod dishes on of one of this summer's most popular beach reads, Fifteen Minutes of Shame.
29	Countdown Of The Top Ten American Idol Recording Contracts Written by: Trent Lampe | Distributed: 2007-04-05 | Word Count: 707 | Page Views: 2905 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.86 The list of former American Idol contestant's album sales, dramatically shows the commercial success that has been shared by many of the hit TV show's alumni. It is becoming evident that any associations with American Idol can mean an increased level of success. Although there is no guarantee that being a contestant on American Idol leads to recording sales success, many music executives are taking note of how much influence the show has on music.
30	Video Raised the Internet Bar Written by: Jim Hedger | Distributed: 2006-09-08 | Word Count: 1679 | Page Views: 1432 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.83 After the short wave of annoyance passed, I decided to put my powers of search to the test and venture forth to find and replace my errant sound driver. It didn't take very long to decide that was a bad idea disguised as a good one. Ten minutes of extreme frustration surfing around the site of the company that made my sound card led me to Google in the vain hopes I could find another repository of arcane drivers.
31	In Broad Daylight--Who Killed Ken McElroy? Written by: Harry N. MacLean | Distributed: 2007-01-30 | Word Count: 739 | Page Views: 7410 | Votes: 26 | Rating: 2.81 The killing of Ken Rex McElroy could well be the hottest cold case on record. On the morning of July 10, 1981, he was shot to death as he sat in his pickup on the main street of Skidmore, Missouri. Forty-five townspeople witnessed the killing. All denied seeing the shooters. After three grand juries and an eight-month FBI investigation, no one was indicted. Twenty-five years later, still no one has been charged with the murder.
32	Why Jane Fonda Dropped James Franciscus Written by: Paul Kyriazi | Distributed: 2006-08-22 | Word Count: 226 | Page Views: 2148 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.80 Jane Fonda met, soon to be star, James Franciscus in her college drama class. As she wrote in her autobiography, My Life So Far, "James was movie star handsome, smart, literate, and had a sense of humor." He became her first real love.
33	Nicole Kidman Took Full Advantage Of The Beauty Of Flowers Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-25 | Word Count: 369 | Page Views: 1426 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.75 When Academy Award winning movie star Nicole Kidman wed country music superstar Keith Urban, the flowers were as breathtaking as the beautiful bride. It would seem the couple certainly knows something about the magic flowers can add to any special event and they took great care to use them to their full advantage.
34	Roger Daltrey, Who Are You? Written by: Ryan Hogan | Distributed: 2009-09-02 | Word Count: 605 | Page Views: 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?
35	Portland Art Show Has More Excitement Than NBA Basketball Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-04-08 | Word Count: 410 | Page Views: 1727 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.71 On October 5, 2006, Portland, Oregon hosted a competition that had all the thrills and suspense of any NBA basketball game. The competition didn't involve athletic shoes or running, but there was plenty of enthusiasm, lots of fans, and breathless suspense as viewers waited to see who would come out on top. Flowers were the star players in this game.
36	Fourth Of July Flowers Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-06-25 | Word Count: 429 | Page Views: 4427 | Votes: 9 | Rating: 2.67 Your Fourth of July celebration could begin and end with a real bang when you use flowers to accent and decorate the day. If you're thinking you need to stick with the traditional red, white, and blue carnation arrangements you normally see on Independence Day, think again! Flowers come in so many varieties and they're so easy to customize to the occasion that the possibilities are endless.
37	Red Sox Staff Reshaped For New Year Written by: Patrick Hickey Jr. | Distributed: 2007-01-17 | Word Count: 840 | Page Views: 2960 | Votes: 6 | Rating: 2.67 Failing to make the playoffs for the first time in four years, the Boston Red Sox have re-tooled a pitching staff that battled inconsistency and was infected by the injury bug last season, bringing in a host of capable arms into the bullpen and adding both a familiar face and a new one into the starting rotation.
38	Bold Tattoos Begin With Bold Questions To The Tattoo Artist Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2009-08-31 | Word Count: 1033 | Page Views: 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.
39	56 Stars To Help Others Make Better Tattoo Decisions Written by: Eileen Howerton | Distributed: 2009-08-31 | Word Count: 855 | Page Views: 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.
40	CD Replication: Recommended Licensing Tips and Considerations Written by: Morris Anderson | Distributed: 2006-08-23 | Word Count: 768 | Page Views: 1124 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63 So, your band just finished recording their first album and are now looking to get 1000 retail-ready CD's inside shiny jewel cases, with killer graphics and all the prerequisite bells & whistles for a CD replication project. Good for you and your band - this is by no means a trivial undertaking! But WAIT, there are potential land-mines around the corner if you're not careful.
41	Barbara Leigh's Elvis Presley, Steve McQueen Memoir, Now in Audio Written by: Paul Kyriazi | Distributed: 2008-05-20 | Word Count: 460 | Page Views: 1784 | Votes: 8 | Rating: 2.63 In 1967 Barbara Leigh was a naïve 19-year-old who moved from the Deep South to Southern California. Five years later she was a world-class model, a rising Hollywood starlet and juggled three of the entertainment industry's most powerful figures of the 1970s - Elvis Presley, Steve McQueen and James 'The Smiling Cobra' Aubrey - all at the same time.
42	A Brief History of Online Gambling Written by: Skyler Ace | Distributed: 2009-07-07 | Word Count: 710 | Page Views: 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.
43	Key Returnees - A Look at a Few Players Who Could Lead Their Teams to Prominence Written by: Jay Nault | Distributed: 2006-08-29 | Word Count: 697 | Page Views: 1578 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.60 Every year, selected teams tend to have their seasons at least partially ruined due to unforeseen injuries. A widely-held league belief is that a team generally has one or two big-time playmakers, and if one of these central pieces is lost because of injury, that team is in big trouble. Below you'll find a few of the players attempting to come back from an injury, and what potential impact a successful return could mean for their teams.
44	American Idol Creates Entertainment Careers, Even For The Losers Written by: Trent Lampe | Distributed: 2007-03-14 | Word Count: 759 | Page Views: 8193 | Votes: 5 | Rating: 2.60 At this year's Oscars, Jennifer Hudson won the supporting-actress Academy Award for her role on Dreamgirls. Nobody could have ever projected this sort of success for last year's American Idol finalist. But this story only adds to the long and illustrious careers that have been created by American Idol.
45	The Verve Always Bitter Sweet Written by: Bret Robson | Distributed: 2007-11-08 | Word Count: 670 | Page Views: 1339 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.57 Following the news that The Verve have reunited and are to do a series of U.K. concerts is the promise of a fourth album from one of Britain's most enigmatic and popular alternative rock groups.
46	Make your Teenager's Prom a Night to Remember Written by: Kamau Austin | Distributed: 2006-05-17 | Word Count: 781 | Page Views: 1277 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.50 Prom season is quickly approaching, and it is a time that you and your teen have dreamed about for a very long time. As a parent, you can make your teenager's prom a very special night to remember.
47	Cirque Corteo Review - Wonderous Written by: Jason OConnor | Distributed: 2006-10-11 | Word Count: 1026 | Page Views: 1927 | Votes: 10 | Rating: 2.50 Take a typical nightmarish dream sequence you may have deep in the night, add ponderous acrobatics and aerobatics, an eerie story of clowns, death and a funeral, sprinkle in a carnival-like atmosphere ripe with little people and balloons, and inject a heart-pounding live, original score that combines with strange scenes that surround you like a psychedelics-infused blanket, and you've got Corteo. What a show!
48	Celine Dion's 2008-2009 World Concert Tour Written by: Mark Anderson | Distributed: 2008-02-21 | Word Count: 991 | Page Views: 4229 | Votes: 11 | Rating: 2.45 If you're a Celine Dion fan or if you're considering seeing Celine live in concert this year, read on! Celine Dion has been the long term headliner at the Coliseum in Caesar's Palace in Las Vegas, Nevada. The structure where she has performed at the Coliseum was specifically built to house her magnificent stage show
49	Jessica Simpson May Have Indulged In Dark Chocolate And Flowers Written by: Wesley Berry, AAF | Distributed: 2008-03-13 | Word Count: 393 | Page Views: 1365 | Votes: 7 | Rating: 2.43 A recent headline on the cover of US Weekly magazine read "Simpson Drops 8 Pounds in Two Weeks." It seems Jessica Simpson is spending some of her post-separation days getting both her mind and her body healthier. If she is, she might want to think about eating dark chocolate and buying herself some flowers.
50	American Idol Contestants – Where Are They Now? Written by: Trent Lampe | Distributed: 2007-03-27 | Word Count: 719 | Page Views: 5265 | Votes: 12 | Rating: 2.42 Before her appearance on American Idol, no one knew of Kelly Clarkson and her musical gift. But since claiming the title of the first American Idol, Clarkson has even surpassed that label, and has become an established voice in the music industry. But the question that many people have is: From Clarkson, Underwood, Studdard, Hicks, and Fantasia, where are they all now?