2008 Woodie Awards
Vote Absentee
Dan Zanes isn't afraid to make a statement. In fact, his newest album, "Nueva York," could be summarized as one, giant political statement. The record is completely recorded in Spanish, and Zanes says it has been the most exciting and emotional record he's ever made. (0) comments
The name fits perfectly. Kayleigh Speck and a group of MFA art students at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln wanted a unique way to showcase their work. But organizing an open house and calling it good wasn't enough. (0) comments
It will take 22 to tango this Saturday as the University of Nebraska-Lincoln Ballroom Dance Company presents "An Evening of Dance" at the Lied Center for Performing Arts. The UNL Ballroom Dance Company is an 11-couple dance troupe that performs several styles of ballroom dances. (0) comments
In "4 Months, 3 Weeks and 2 Days," a young woman living in communist Romania in the mid-1980s does not have the option of abortion, and seeking one illegally could have landed her in prison. (0) comments
David Gordon Green's "Snow Angels," adapted from Stewart O'Nan's novel of the same name, carefully intertwines the lives of seemingly ordinary people living in a small, sleepy Midwest town. (0) comments
When did theoretical future occurrences become history? I ask not because I'm complaining, but because it seems all I watch on networks like the History Channel and Discovery anymore are shows designed to get me thinking about any number of apocalyptic scenarios. I guess "Shark Week" only works once a year, and despite the abundance of footage, viewers can only stand so many shows about World War II before searching for something a little less played out. (1) comment
1. The Black Keys - "Attack & Release" (Nonesuch) Thankfully, doing whatever Danger Mouse says. 2. Clinic - "Do It!" (Domino) The masks may be creepy, but this album is flawless. 3. Neva Dinova - "You May Already Be Dreaming" (Saddle Creek) Rewarding new LP from some of Omaha's finest. (0) comments