Movie Review by Kristin: THOR: RAGNAROK | #ThorRagnarok #thor @thorofficial

October 31, 2017October 31, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

Helloooooooo, movie lovers!!

I got to see a 3-D screening of THOR: RAGNAROK last night here in Miami, and I have to say . . . this might just take the top spot for me! It’s definitely the most entertaining of the Thor movies.

Now, I might be a bit biased because I love me some Chris Hemsworth, but this movie had the perfect balance of action and comedy that I felt set it apart from the others. I don’t remember the other films being consistently funny throughout the entire two hours, but this one had everyone laughing (in a good way) for a lot of it. The interactions between Thor and Hulk were some of the best moments for me. I also loved the female presence in this one. Cate Blanchett as Hela aka the Goddess of Death, and Tessa Thompson were such bad asses in this movie and it’s nice to see women being represented as such in a genre geared towards boys and men. Women enjoy these characters and films too, so it’s nice to see them being included and represented as strong, powerful beings that can kick ass with the best of them!

The cast was fantastic, and there were even a few surprise appearances thrown in that made it even better. I’m about to throw in a spoiler alert regarding those appearances, so if you don’t want to know, skip through to the synopsis.

SPOILER ALERT: Doctor Strange played a small part in the film, Matt Damon goes uncredited but plays an actor imitating Loki.

SYNOPSIS: Imprisoned, the mighty Thor finds himself in a lethal gladiatorial contest against the Hulk, his former ally. Thor must fight for survival and race against time to prevent the all-powerful Hela from destroying his home and the Asgardian civilization.

This is definitely my favorite Thor movie. If you’re contemplating whether or not to see it in 3-D, I say do it! I wear glasses all of the time, so it’s a bit of a hassle having to put those 3-D glasses on top of my own and it distorts the picture just a bit BUT the effects were great and it was still a cool experience. Whether it’s 3-D or not, I strongly suggest seeing this one in the theater. Check it out for yourself and let me know your thoughts on this comedic direction!

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Movies

#DEATHRACE : #BEYOND ANARCHY | Avail. on Blu-ray, DVD, Digital & On Demand 1/30/18

October 27, 2017October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

ZACH MCGOWAN, DANNY GLOVER AND DANNY TREJO AMP UP THE ACTION
IN THE GRITTIEST INSTALLMENT OF THE DEATH RACE FRANCHISE
FROM UNIVERSAL 1440 ENTERTAINMENT

DEATH RACE: BEYOND ANARCHY

UNRATED AND UNHINGED!

AVAILABLE ON BLU-RAY^™, DVD, DIGITAL AND ON DEMAND ON JANUARY 30, 2018 FROM UNIVERSAL PICTURES HOME ENTERTAINMENT

DRBA_BD_3d_o-card The stakes are higher than ever in the intense action-adventure Death Race: Beyond Anarchy, arriving Unrated and Unhinged on Blu-ray^™combo pack, DVD, Digital and On Demand January 30, 2018, from Universal Pictures Home Entertainment, in association with Impact Pictures/Chestnut Productions. The wildly anticipated next installment of the popular Death Race franchise, this Universal 1440 Entertainment original production brings fans along for the deadliest competition on wheels, where brutal fights and explosive car races abound. An action-packed thrill ride, this all-new movie is the grittiest and bloodiest installment yet!

Franchise newcomers Zach McGowan (“Black Sails”) and Danny Glover (Lethal Weapon) join returning Death Race fan favorites Danny Trejo (Machete) and Fred Koehler (“American Horror Story”). Death Race: Beyond Anarchy also features talented actors Christine Marzano (Rules Don’t Apply), Terence Maynard (Edge of Tomorrow) and Velislav Pavlov (The Expendables 2).

Death Race: Beyond Anarchy on Blu-ray^TM, DVD and Digital, includes exclusive bonus features that take viewers deeper into the intense world of Death Race, with special behind-the-scenes footage and filmmaker commentary. Additionally, Death Race: Complete 4-Movie Collection will also available on DVD on January 30, 2017. Now fans can experience the glory of all four movies in one complete must-own set including, Death Race, Death Race 2, Death Race 3: Inferno and the all-new movie Death Race: Beyond Anarchy.

BLU-RAY^TM, DVD AND DIGITAL exclusive BONUS FEATURES:

Inside the Anarchy: Filmmakers and cast describe how this chapter of the Death Race franchise stands out from the rest. From new locations, to a fleet of new cars, to a new star in Zach McGowan, see why Death Race: Beyond Anarchy is the deadliest Death Race yet!
Time Served: Lists & Goldberg: Hear Death Race franchise veterans Fred Koehler and Danny Trejo discuss what it’s like to be back playing Lists and Goldberg, and how their characters have changed.
On the Streets of Death Race: Beyond Anarchy: Director Don Michael Paul and cast explain how the stunt work gave the production a uniquely energetic feel.
Feature Commentary with Director/Co-Writer Don Michael Paul and Star Zach McGowan

DEATH RACE: BEYOND ANARCHY SYNOPSIS:

Danny Trejo returns as the ruthless bookie, Goldberg, in the wildest, bloodiest, Death Race ever. After a failed attack on inmate and legendary driver, Frankenstein, Black Ops specialist Connor Gibson (McGowan) infiltrates a super-maximum federal prison with one goal – enter the immoral and illegal Death Race and take Frankenstein down. Connor enlists the help of Baltimore Bob (Glover) and Lists (Koehler), and unexpectedly falls in love with bartending beauty, Jane (Marzano). Connor will have to fight for more than his life in this brutal world of no guards, no rules, no track, and no fear.

DEATH RACE: 4-MOVIE COLLECTION SYNOPSIS:

Strap yourself in for an insane thrill ride inside in the Death Race 4-Movie Collection featuring an all-star cast including Jason Statham, Danny Glover, Tyrese Gibson, Danny Trejo, Ving Rhames and Zach McGowan. Death Race is the brutal racing sport, where hardened criminals and smoking-hot navigators drive to survive or die trying. Packed with incredible stunts and brutal fight scenes, get ready for the non-stop barrage of high-octane thrills that will leave you pinned to your seat! The collection includes Death Race, Death Race 2, Death 3: Inferno, and Death Race: Beyond Anarchy.

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LEAP! | Available on Digital HD 11/7 and on Blu-ray, DVD & On Demand 11/12 | Bonus Coloring Page

October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

NEVER STOP REACHING FOR YOUR DREAMS

Heartwarming Animated Family Adventure Featuring All-Star Voice Talent and Original Song by Carly Rae Jepsen Arrives on Digital HD November 7 and Blu-ray™, DVD, and On Demand November 21 from Lionsgate

leap Celebrate the holiday season with the inspirational and uplifting family film Leap!, arriving on Digital HD November 7 and Blu-ray™ (plus DVD and Digital HD), DVD, and On Demand November 21 from Lionsgate. Featuring all-star voice talent led by Elle Fanning (Maleficent), alongside Nat Wolff (The Fault in Our Stars) and Maddie Ziegler (The Book of Henry), with Mel Brooks (Spaceballs), featuring Carly Rae Jepsen (singer-songwriter of the hit song “Call Me Maybe”) and Kate McKinnon (“Saturday Night Live”), Leap!is a colorful and imaginative story about an orphan girl who is determined to follow her dream of becoming a ballerina. Filled with irresistible original music, Leap! features the hit track “Cut to the Feeling.”

Eleven-year-old orphan Félicie (Fanning) has one dream — to go to Paris and become a dancer. Her best friend, Victor (Wolff), an imaginative, exuberant boy with a passion for creating, has a dream of his own — to become a famous inventor. In a leap of faith, Victor and Félicie leave their orphanage in pursuit of their passions. But there’s a catch: Félicie must pretend to be the child of a wealthy family in order to gain admittance to the prestigious and competitive Opera Ballet School in Paris. And with no professional dance training, she quickly learns that talent alone is not enough to overcome the ruthless, conniving attitudes of her fellow classmates, led by the devious Camille Le Haut (Ziegler). Determined to succeed, Félicie finds her mentor in the tough and mysterious school custodian, Odette (Jepsen), who, along with Victor’s encouraging friendship, help her reach for the stars.

An animated adventure the whole family will enjoy, the Leap! home entertainment release includes a behind-the-scenes video gallery and a look at stars Kate McKinnon, Nat Wolff, and Maddie Ziegler in the recording booth. Leap! will be available on Blu-ray (plus DVD and Digital HD) and DVD for the suggested retail price of $39.99 and $29.95, respectively.

BLU-RAY / DVD / DIGITAL HD SPECIAL FEATURES

“In the Recording Booth with Kate McKinnon, Nat Wolff, and Maddie Ziegler” Featurette
Behind-the-Scenes Video Gallery:
- The Birth of a Dream
- Animating the Dance
- Reconstructing 19th Century Paris

To celebrate the upcoming release of this animated adventure with a beautiful message, here is a coloring page that you can download and color in the comfort of your home!

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STARSAILOR Announce Deluxe Album and New Video for ‘Listen To Your Heart’ | @Starsailorband

October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

DIGITAL DELUXE ALBUM AVAILABLE TODAY
FRIDAY, OCTOBER 27^TH

NEW ACOUSTIC VIDEO

‘LISTEN TO YOUR HEART’

WATCH HERE

“Winning fusion of powerpop, electronics and blue-eyed soul.” – Mojo

“…guitar, keyboard and vocal elements perfectly blended into the type of arena sound formula that works for Coldplay and U2.” – Louder Than War

Starsailor have announced the release of the digital deluxe edition of their latest album All This Life, which will be available to download/stream here today (October 27^th) and includes acoustic versions of 4 songs from the album.

All This Life is Starsailor’s first album since 2009 and their highest chart placing for 12 years. The album has been greeted with rave reviews and is their fifth consecutive Top 30 studio album seeing the band re-energised and on outstanding form.

The band have also released a video for the live acoustic version of the ‘Listen To Your Heart’, which is taken from the new album and filmed in an intimate session during the recording process.

The band finished their UK headline tour last night at KOKO, Camden, before heading off for an extensive tour around Europe.

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Dan Owen releases video for new single ‘Hideaway’ | @danowenmusic

October 27, 2017October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

DAN OWEN

‘HIDEAWAY’
VIDEO REVEALED

WATCH HERE

RADIO 2 PLAYS FROM
DERMOT O’LEARY, ZOE BALL AND JO WHILEY
VIRGIN RADIO ‘RECORD OF THE WEEK’

Dan Owen has released the video for his brand new single ‘Hideaway’, out now through Atlantic Records.

The video sees Dan playing one half of an escaping couple, running from attackers through a menacing English countryside setting as they are caught up in an intense car chase and terrorised by snarling attack dogs.

‘Hideaway’ enlists huge blues riffs which bolster the mighty soulful tones of Dan’s jaw-dropping vocal abilities. The song is achieving widespread exposure with plays at Radio 2 from Dermot O’Leary, Zoe Ball and Joe Whiely, while it has also been featured as Virgin Radio’s recent ‘Record Of The Week’ and soundtracks the Boots No.7 televised and online advert.

Dan has gained critical acclaim across the world following his debut release on Atlantic Records with ‘Moonlight’ earlier this year. He has become a big live draw across the UK and Europe and has just completed a 16-date sold out headline tour, including a headline show at London’s OMEARA last night. He’s also played a number of high profile festivals this summer including Latitude and Barn On The Farm among many others.

With the release of ‘Hideaway’ we find the Shrewsbury singer at his most bold and determined yet, delivering an impressive statement as one of the most exciting new voices in the UK today. His debut album will be released next year.

ACCLAIM FOR DAN OWEN

“One of the UK’s most promising new voices”
Metro

“Dan Owen has a voice quite beyond his years, is a versatile guitarist and an electrifying live act as well”
The Independent

“Dan Owen has the voice from a soul who has lived a million years and experienced every element of life in its fullest”
TMRW

“Unflinching soulful ballad”
Shortlist

“Owen possesses one of the most arresting singing voices we’ve heard in a long time.”
Acoustic Magazine

“Dan straddles swooning soul and throaty blues”
Blues & Soul “

Singer-songwriter with a soaring high altitude voice”
Fred Perry Subculture

Music

The Struts release video for ‘One Night Only’ | @TheStruts

October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

THE STRUTS
RELEASE VIDEO FOR ‘ONE NIGHT ONLY’ WATCH HERE

UK rockers The Struts’ have just unveiled the video for their US hit single ‘One Night Only’. Directed by Ryan Hunter Phillips the video captures the band’s high energy, colorful and captivating live performance. Hunter Phillips has worked with the likes of Lady Gaga and many more.

‘One Night Only’ is the first single off the band’s forthcoming album—the highly anticipated follow up to their 2016 debut, Everybody Wants, released on Interscope / Polydor Records.

The video follows their critically acclaimed sold-out show at London’s Electric Ballroom in September. Kerrang! described the gig as “a real turning point in the glistening rockers’ career”, while the Daily Star said that “Singer Luke Spiller certainly does have moves like Jagger, and gave him a run for his money in the costume change stakes too.”

The Struts are currently on tour throughout the U.S. supporting the Foo Fighters, after having recently performed in Europe with The Rolling Stones. The band have been on the road nonstop since their formation in 2012 including worldwide headline shows, prestigious festival slots and supports for The Who, Guns N’ Roses, Mötley Crüe and The Killers.

The Struts are Luke Spiller, Adam Slack (guitar), Jed Elliott (bass) and Gethin Davies (drums).

Music

TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF “HOME” BY NICK JONAS FROM FERDINAND SOUNDTRACK

October 27, 2017October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

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TWENTIETH CENTURY FOX FILM ANNOUNCES RELEASE OF

“HOME” BY ACTOR, MULTI-PLATINUM AND GRAMMY NOMINATED SINGER NICK JONAS FROM FERDINAND SOUNDTRACK

Original song from the forthcoming animated feature released today

Twentieth Century Fox today announced the release of “Home” an original song by Nick Jonas from the forthcoming animated feature FERDINAND.

“I’ve always wanted to write an original song for a film,” says Jonas. “When they showed me the materials of the movie, FERDINAND, a story I was familiar with, I was thrilled.”

FERDINAND tells the story of a giant bull with a big heart. After being mistaken for a dangerous beast, he is captured and torn from his home. Determined to return to his family, he rallies a misfit team on the ultimate adventure. Set in Spain, Ferdinand proves you can’t judge a bull by its cover.

Jonas says “Home” encompasses the film’s theme of acceptance. “I wrote this song with good friends of mine Justin Tranter and Nick Monson,” says Jonas. “And we wrote about feeling accepted and feeling loved, wherever that place is for you. For me it’s home, it’s my family, people I have closest to me; and the experiences we’ve shared.”

FERDINAND is directed by Carlos Saldanha, the director of “Rio” and inspired by the beloved book “The Story of Ferdinand” by Munro Leaf and Robert Lawson. The heartwarming animated comedy adventure features an all-star cast that includes John Cena, Kate McKinnon, Gina Rodriguez, Anthony Anderson and many more. It will be released by Twentieth Century Fox on December 15, 2017. The film’s soundtrack will be release by Island Records on December 1, 2017.

About Twentieth Century Fox Film

One of the world’s largest producers and distributors of motion pictures, Twentieth Century Fox Film produces, acquires and distributes motion pictures throughout the world. These motion pictures are produced or acquired by the following units of the studio: Twentieth Century Fox, Fox 2000 Pictures, Fox Searchlight Pictures, Fox International Productions, and Twentieth Century Fox Animation.

About Island Records

Island Records, which celebrates its 58th anniversary in 2017, maintains its position as one of the world’s legendary record labels, a coveted destination for new and established artists of every description. Island staked its claim at the beginning of the musical revolution that shook the 1960s and ’70s, and continues that trend-spotting spirit of adventure. Today’s Island is home to a varied roster that ranges from Demi Lovato, Shawn Mendes, Nick Jonas, Bon Jovi, and The Killers, to Fall Out Boy, Elton John and many more. Island Records is a division of Universal Music Group, the undisputed global music leader, with wholly owned operations in 60 territories. Universal Music Group is a fully owned subsidiary of Vivendi.

Music

AWOLNATION | New Lyric Video for ‘Passion’ |@awolnation

October 27, 2017October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

What’s up, music lovers??

Have you had a chance to check out the new lyric video from AWOLNATION for their recently released single? If not, you’re in luck . . .

Multi-platinum artists AWOLNATION are pleased to share a much anticipated brand new song, and first single ‘Passion’ off the soon-to-be-announced third studio album.

“When all else is taken away, as long as your passion remains, anything is still possible,” says singer, songwriter and producer Aaron Bruno. “‘Passion’ is about finding the balance that can lift both you and those around you to make the world a more positive place. It doesn’t matter what names or labels people throw at you.”

Serving as a follow up to the platinum-certified debut album Megalithic Symphony, and 2015’s Run, which included US No. 1 hit ‘Hollow Moon (Bad Wolf)’ as well as Top 5 tracks ‘I Am’ and ‘Woman Woman’, AWOLNATION’s third undertaking sees Aaron Bruno once again at the helm producing, writing and recording. Billboard recently trekked to his mountainside studio to sit with Aaron and discuss the ins and outs of the third album’s inspirations. Read the story here.

More information on AWOLNATION’s third studio album and touring plans coming soon.

The track’s called ‘Passion’, and it comes from their upcoming album which will be released in 2018.

You can purchase/stream ‘Passion’ here:

You can find AWOLNATION online here:

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Music

YouTube star Hannah Trigwell releases new single ‘Nobody’ | @HannahTrigwell

October 27, 2017October 27, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

YOUTUBE SENSATION
HANNAH TRIGWELL
RELEASES NEW SINGLE

‘NOBODY’

SOUNDCLOUD / SPOTIFY

UK HEADLINE TOUR SOLD OUT!
IN SUPPORT OF UPCOMING DEBUT ALBUM RED

Hannah Trigwell has released her stunning new single ‘Nobody’, which is taken from her highly anticipated debut album RED, coming early 2018.

Hannah explains that the song is about “an internal battle to believe in yourself”. It’s a beautiful, euphoric pop anthem and Hannah’s voice glistens throughout.

One of the most successful independent artists online, Hannah Trigwell has made a huge impression worldwide with her own YouTube channel. With over 500,000 subscribers on the platform alone and millions of views across her videos, Hannah has already secured a string of top ten international singles, including Number Ones in Laos and Vietnam.

Her UK album preview tour has just ended and was a roaring success, all dates were sold-out and the reaction to her new material from the upcoming album RED was incredible.

The Leeds singer-songwriter began her career at just 17-years-old, starting out busking on the streets of her hometown. Now, in her early twenties and a global artist who has toured around the world, she is supported by BBC Introducing and was crowned the ‘Best Unsigned Artist’ award in the Online Music Awards.

Hannah’s exciting rise, as a truly independent phenomenon, is set to continue with more new music and live performances coming throughout 2018.

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Entertainment News

James Franco Scares Unsuspecting Guests at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights

October 26, 2017October 26, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

WATCH: James Franco and Chris Bauer took a swing at scaring Halloween Horror Nights’ guests in Stanley Kubrick “The Shining” maze at Universal Studios Hollywood

“The Shining” maze at Universal Studios’ Halloween Horror Nights provides guests with a unique opportunity to relive some of the film’s most iconic, and sinister, moments.

While venturing through the eerie Overlook Hotel, guests will be thrust into the hotel’s tragic history of murder and madness, bearing witness to caretaker Jack Torrance’s spiraling descent into insanity.

Nightmarish visions will come to life in this macabre maze, overwhelming guests with the “shine” of the murderous, ghostly entities that lurk around every turn – all while trying to escape the wrath of Jack Torrance as he violently succumbs to the hotel’s paranormal forces.

“Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood continues select nights through Nov. 4.

“Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood brings together the sickest minds in horror to immerse guests in a living, breathing, three-dimensional world of terror.

Featuring an all-new slate of unrivaled film production quality mazes and frightful scare zones, “Halloween Horror Nights” will taunt, terrorize and torment guests with spine-chilling haunted attractions as part of Southern California’s most extreme Halloween experience.Updates on “Halloween Horror Nights” at Universal Studios Hollywood are available online at HalloweenHorrorNights.com/Hollywood and on Facebook at: “Halloween Horror Nights – Hollywood,” on Instagram at @HorrorNights and Twitter at @HorrorNights as Creative Director John Murdy reveals a running chronicle of exclusive information.

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ONLY THE BRAVE Cast Looked To Pay Tribute To Unsung Heroes

October 21, 2017October 21, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Hotshot Firefighters run to the fires while everyone else runs away and the heroes portrayed in “Only The Brave” do just that.

These heroes don’t wear capes, but they protect cities and it’s occupants from the natural disasters.

Actor Josh Brolin said his role as Cable is exciting, but his role in “Only The Brave” was thrilling because he has been a volunteer firefighter and knew the dangers these men put themselves in.

Based on the true story of the Granite Mountain Hotshots, “Only The Brave” is the heroic story of one unit of local firefighters that through hope, determination, sacrifice and the drive to protect families, communities and our country become one of the most elite firefighting teams in the nation.

Actor Miles Teller was takes with the role of playing Brendan McDonough who was in attendance at the press conference and both Teller and McDonough talked about the honor it was to be a part of such a project.

Teller was said he was humbled by the experience because he learned something new from training and getting to know McDonough.

The complex role Teller was tasked with took center stage as the entire hotshot squad was important, but the story at points seem to center around his character.

McDonough said it was an honor to get this made and pay tribute to the Granite Mountain Hotshots.

Actor Jeff Bridges is known to take roles which have importance to him. He said that the story needed to be told, he felt that at a time when the world seems divided. For those who want to learn more about how to help Hotshots visit the movie’s website OnlyTheBrave-Movie.com.

The entire cast was proud of the movie and the hard work each member of the project put into it.

The true story depicted real people, with real lives and went on to tell a story of sacrifice for the better of the community.

ONLY THE BRAVE

Is In Theaters Now

Concert Reviews, Music

TIM MCGRAW & FAITH HILL: Soul2Soul World Tour 2017 (Review)

October 20, 2017June 12, 2018by KristinLeave a Comment

Hey there music lovers!! I’m back with another live show review! Yesterday afternoon, my niece’s mom sent me a text asking if I was a fan of country music. Now, admittedly, I love all kinds of music, but country isn’t my top choice. However, I love me some Faith Hill and Tim McGraw! When I heard she had tickets to their show last night in Sunrise, FL, I had to say YESSSSSSSS!

I invited my cowboy-boot-wearing, country-music-loving friend and we drove out in the rain to catch the show. This might’ve been the first time in my life that I went to a show where I didn’t know every song being played, but it didn’t even matter!

The show opened up with Locash, who I, personally, had never heard of before, but they sounded great. They did a fantastic job at hyping up the crowd before Faith & Tim came out, which is always a solid accomplishment for an opening act. I’m always open to new music, so I’ll definitely be checking them out now after seeing them perform live.

One thing I want to note about the show was that the visual effects and staging were SO good. I even want to say the whole set up was one of the best I’ve ever seen–and I’ve been to A LOT of live shows! There were hi-def lasers, floating lights, moving see-through banners and hi-def visuals on the huge screen on stage. I don’t think there could have been one bad seat in the house because most of the performances were put up on the screen like this:

The vocals throughout the entire show were well worth the soggy shoes I was wearing for almost four hours (did I mention it was raining?). The two swapped off between singing duets and doing their own solo music, and everything really flowed nicely. The one thing I admire about these two is how they’ve been married for 21 years, they have three beautiful daughters, yet they still look (and act) like they’re dating. The fact that they did this joint tour together is a testament to that and it was adorable! They had so much energy throughout the entire show as well, which kept the energy in the crowd on fire the whole time!

SETLIST in Sunrise, FL – October 19, 2017

McGraw and Hill

“I Knew You Were Waiting (For Me)” – Aretha Franklin and George Michael cover

McGraw

“Felt Good on My Lips”

Hill

“The Lucky One”

McGraw

“I Like It, I Love It”

Hill

“The Way You Love Me”

McGraw and Hill

“Like We Never Loved at All”
“Break First”
“Telluride”
“Devil Calling Me Back”

Hill

“Free”
“This Kiss”
“Breathe”
“Wild One”
“Stronger”
“Piece of My Heart”

McGraw and Hill

“Angry All the Time”

McGraw

“One of Those Nights”
“Real Good Man”
“Shotgun Rider”
“Humble and Kind”
“Live Like You Were Dying”

McGraw and Hill

“Speak to a Girl”
“It’s Your Love”

Hill

“Mississippi Girl”

McGraw

“Something Like That”

McGraw and Hill

“I Need You”

You can find additional tour dates, merch, and pre-order links for the couple’s upcoming duo album titled “The Rest Of Our Life” HERE.

For anyone wondering, the show lasted about 3 1/2 hours. I would definitely suggest checking out this show, and I’d like to thank everyone at the BB&T Center for keeping everyone safe last night.

Now I’ll leave you with one of the cutest pictures I took from the show last night:

Giveaway, Movies

THE SNOWMAN | Exclusive #Giveaway #thesnowman

October 20, 2017October 20, 2017by KristinLeave a Comment

You Could Have Saved Her I Gave You All The Clues

The Snowman, a terrifying thriller based on the novel by Jo Nesbø is now in theaters!

SYNOPSIS: When an elite crime squad’s lead detective, Harry Hole (Fassbender) investigates the disappearance of a victim on the first snow of winter, he fears an elusive serial killer may be active again. With the help of a brilliant recruit (Ferguson), the cop must connect decades-old cold cases to the brutal new one if he hopes to outwit this unthinkable evil before the next snowfall.

To celebrate the release of this terrifying thriller starring Michael Fassbender (X-Men series) and Rebecca Ferguson (Mission: Impossible-Rogue Nation) we have an exclusive The Snowman giveaway for you!

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The Snowman pack has:

1 – Limited Edition Snowman Plush Doll: This limited edition Snowman plush is only available via this promotion and has a run of 200 pieces worldwide. It is a replica of the killer’s Snowman and features a detachable head and the Snowman logo on the bottom.

1 – The Snowman Official Promo Shirt – An official promo T-Shirt featuring The Snowman logo on the front and the signature design on the back.

1 – Replica Snowman Killer Letter – A replica of the Snowman killer’s note, sealed.

Here’s what you have to do to enter the giveaway…

FOLLOW ME ON TWITTER, INSTAGRAM AND/OR FACEBOOK & MESSAGE ME ON THE RESPECTIVE PLATFORM(S) WITH THE HASHTAG #A2KSNOWMAN

Hint: The more places you follow, the better your chances at winning! 😉

Yes, that’s all you have to do!

This promotion will end October 31 at 10:00 AM (eastern time). Only one entry per person. No purchase necessary. U.S. & Canadian residents are eligible to enter. Winners will be contacted via email. AccordingtoKristin.com and other promotional partners are not responsible for lost, stolen, or misdirected mail.

Charlotte Gainsbourg (Independence Day: Resurgence), Val Kilmer (Heat) and Academy Award® winner J.K. Simmons (Whiplash) also star in The Snowman, a terrifying thriller from director Tomas Alfredson (Let the Right One In, Tinker Tailor Soldier Spy) and executive produced by Martin Scorsese.

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Movies

Special Screening Of Rob Zombies’s HALLOWEEN, John Carpenter’s Legendary HALLOWEEN

October 18, 2017October 18, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

ROCK AGAINST MS and The sCARE FOUNDATION Joins Forces to bring you:

HelLA HORROR NIGHT

OCTOBER 31 at the HISTORIC LOS ANGELES THEATRE

SPECIAL SCREENINGS of JOHN CARPENTER’S LEGENDARY HALLOWEEN

and ROB ZOMBIE’S HALLOWEEN 1 & 2

CELEBRITY ORANGE CARPET Featuring the Biggest Names in Film, TV and Music

In Benefit of the ROCK AGAINST MS FOUNDATION, sCare FOUNDATION and FUR & FEATHER ANIMAL SANCUTAURY

This HALLOWEEN Night Celebrities will sweep the Orange Carpet at the Historic Los Angeles Theatre in Downtown Los Angeles in benefit three amazing non-profits – The Rock Against MS Foundation, sCare Foundation and Fur & Feather Animal Sanctuary.

Relive the terror and watch special screenings of John Carpenter’s 1978 legendary cult classic “Halloween” and Rob Zombie’s “Halloween 1 & 2” back to back – Courtesy of Compass International Films and Dimension Films with very special thanks to Malek Akkad for making this a true to life Halloween extravaganza.

This Night of Fright includes:

CELEBRITY ORANGE CARPET
HALLOWEEN MOVIES – back to back Screenings – John Carpenter’s HALLOWEEN & Rob Zombie’s H1/ H2
DJ’s & SCARE BAR guaranteed to give you a jolt!
- DJ Greasy George
LIVING DEAD PIN-UP GIRL CONTEST – Hosted By The Reverend Martini
THE MORGUE – Full Stage – Rotating bands from Rockabilly/Psychobilly/Industrial & Melodic
- The Zooms – Surfer Rock
- Tres Muertos – Psychobilly
- Cigaratz – Psychobilly
- Hurricane – Rock
- Skum Love – Industrial
CREEPY CONFECTIONS CANDY BAR – Specialty doughnuts/chocolates/candy for the Trick or Treater
HELLS KITCHEN – Red Balls Pizza Rocking out vegan and non-vegan!
HORROR ARTIST EXHIBITION BOOTH
SCARY VENDORS

HelLAHorror.com

Tickets: $30 – $150
Special Limited $20 Tickets – Use Promo Code HALLOWEEN31 from now to October 20
- MOVIES: Starts 6:15 PM – Movie order TBA
- BANDS: Start 7:00 pm – Lineup order TBA

For more information or to buy tickets: click HelLAHorror.com or HalloweenMovies.com

Entertainment News

Spooky Good Deal on Tickets to Cirque du Soleil’s LUZIA

October 18, 2017October 18, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

Cirque du Soleil is bringing their visually stunning production “LUZIA” to SoCal in December.

To celebrate, Cirque du Soleil is offering a special offer on tickets.

If you buy between Oct. 17 and Nov. 2, you’ll receive 20% off your purchase.

This Halloween, buy tickets to a show that is guaranteed to offer many tricks and treats.

In a series of grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, “LUZIA” takes audiences on a surrealistic journey through an imaginary Mexico – a sumptuous world filled with wonders, playfulness and striking artistry.

Smoothly passing from an old movie set to the ocean to a smoky dance hall or an arid desert, “LUZIA” cleverly brings to the stage multiple places, faces and sounds of Mexico taken from both tradition and modernity.

Rich in awe-inspiring moments “LUZIA,” enchants by bringing circus disciplines to a whole new level with never-before-seen technology and the incorporation of rain into acrobatic acts.

Buy tickets here:

LA:

cirquedusoleil.com/usa/los-angeles/deals

OC:

cirquedusoleil.com/usa/costa-mesa/deals

Entertainment News

New Spanish Streaming App PANTAYA Launches With Support From Omar Chaparro, Maite Perroni

October 18, 2017October 18, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Latin American stars Omar Chaparro and Maite Perroni are proud to be the ambassadors for the Spanish-language streaming app Pantaya.

The Pantaya app will bring the major productions from not only the cinema from Mexico, but also from Spanish-speaking countries.

Along with cinema from Spanish-speaking countries, major motion pictures will be dubbed and subtitled for viewers to enjoy.

For Latin viewers who are more comfortable with the English-language subtitles from Spanish movies will also be available.

Aside from the major productions, many of the movies that have not had a United States release will have a platform for viewers to have access to them.

Chaparro said that users of the app will be able to keep up with movies from all Spanish speaking countries as well as rewatch the classic movies.

The app is able to search for movies by genre, country, language, decade and even actors.

The user interface is easy to navigate and contain a section which contains a history of movies watched as well as suggestions for movies the user may enjoy.

Perroni said that the entire family can gather around to watch movies off the app regardless of age or how well they understand English or Spanish. The movies are also released across all regions at once, so families in different countries can be watching the same content and talking to each other about what they have been watching.

As Hollywood struggles to be inclusive an app like PantaYa brings people together in a new way.

Content that wasn’t available in the United States before now has a platform to be seen. Actors who have remained unknown in Hollywood mainstream can now be seen by a new audience.

PantaYa is available now with a 7-day free trial and a monthly cost of $5.99 per month.

Available at Pantaya.com.

Interviews, Movies

@Thisfunktional Talks With Dorothy Martin AMERICAN SATAN

October 17, 2017October 17, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Vocalist Dorothy Martin, from the band Dorothy, talks with @LittleMissLobotomy and Jesus Figueroa, @Thisfunktional of Thisfunktional.com on the red carpet for the premiere of “American Satan.”

Dorothy had her song “Raising Hell” featured in the movie, talks about ghost hunting on her spare time and why she believes the east coast is more haunted than the west coast.

Catch DOROTHY on tour in Temecula, California on Oct. 21 and in Hollywood, Calif. on Oct. 23.

For more on DOROTHY visit DorothyTheBand.com.

AMERICAN SATAN

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Movies

THE FOREIGNER Introduces The U.S. To Jackie Chan’s Serious Acting Talent

October 16, 2017October 16, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreak1 Comment

Written by Jesus Figueroa

For years Jackie Chan has been entertaining U.S. audiences with comical action movies, but “The Foreigner” show cases a more serious side to the action star.

Chan has been doing serious action movies overseas, but had never had the opportunity to bring his acting talents to more than comedy action movies in the U.S.

“The Foreigner” is a dark gritty story of a man seeking out vengeance when his daughter is killed in a terrorist attack.

“In Asia, I already found it very tough to slowly change, but for the past 20 years my friends in Asia have accepted that ‘Wow, Jackie (Chan) is an actor, not just an action star,'” Chan said. “From Hollywood, I get scripts for police from Hong Kong or police from China, secret police from hong kong, secret police from china, I don’t get so many roles from Hollywood.”

No different roles were offered to Chan until “The Foreigner,” his fans outside of Asia had not been able to see anything other than the action star.

Through this dark story, the dramatic side of Chan is showcased in a story which has him show an emotional and vulnerable side.

Screenplay writer David Marconi said it wasn’t intentional that Quan Ngoc Minh, played by Chan, comes off as almost a villain in the first part of the movie because it wasn’t what was in the original book “The Chinaman” written by Stephen Leather.

“Originally for me, it was a man who…Is caught up in a tragedy,” Marconi said. “We have so many tragedies around us, look at Las Vegas, you can just go on and on and on.”

“The Foreigner” tells the story of a grieving father who has nothing to live for, Marconi said. This gives Quan no other option than to go after the people who took everything away from him.

Although he character goes to extremes, Chan hopes that people remember that this is fiction that is based on some sort of reality, but not completely grounded in reality.

As a filmmaker, Chan hopes his films send some message to the viewers – peace, respect, unity among other themes – and causes thoughts and discussions.

“Right now, there are terrorist attacks every single day around the world,” Chan said. “I always said that natural disasters – tornados and tsunamis – happen every single day. Why do humans create human disasters? I choose this movie because I hope we can stop these kinds of things.”

Chan hopes that the loss of innocent lives can stop, that through “The Foreigner” can help start the discussion to find a solution to the senseless loss of innocent lives.

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Interviews, Movies

Actor Dave Belvederi Finds His Road

October 15, 2017October 15, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Professionally trained actor Dave Belvederi has not strayed away from traveling to be an actor.

Born in Italy, acting has taken him from Europe and found him a place in Los Angeles with numerous skills to bring to his trade.

“I’ve always travelled since I was a little kid, so I was never scared of traveling,” Belvederi said. “Traveling on your own is way better. It gives you more freedom. You get to see alot of different cultures, different ethnicities, so, it kind of widens your mind.”

Along with his travels, the skills he picked up while training as an actor have brought him a better understanding and more to bring to each of the his roles.

While in New York in his first year of college he picked up stonework as an interest due to his background in mixed martial arts.

Starting with boxing and progressing to kickboxing and eventually more close-quarter combat.

“I started training with Ray Rodriguez, he was a stunt coordinator back then,” Belvederi said.

Rodriguez would encourage him to consider stunt work because of the many years of martial arts.

Due to stunt acting, Belvederi was able to keep up his physique so he could be versatile and pursue action roles which would require his training.

“The cinema here (in Hollywood) is more spectacular. There’s more of an action style, bigger,” Belvederi said. “Acting in Europe is very traditional.”

Coming from Europe, Belvederi never thought he would be able to do both stunt work and acting. Being in Hollywood now he has been able to take advantage and use the traditional training with his stunt training.

With two projects coming up Belvederi looks to showcase more of what he is capable of and expand his acting range even further.

“Bloody Eyes” has Belverderi playing a detective, which he wasn’t use to because he was usually placed in the role of a villain.

As well as “Rogue Hunter,” now in post-production, where Belvederi play mercenary Alex Phoenix.

“It was a very demanding role because it had alot of stunts too,” Belvederi said.

Belvederi rehearsed the action sequences two weeks prior to starting shooting. Which gave him the versatility to adapt to changes once shooting took place.

Roles come to Belvederi and he said he is willing to take on a variety of roles because as long as it is challenging it will keep him honing his skills.

@Thisfunktional Roundtable Discussion with Tom Ellis, Tom Welling LUCIFER Season 3

October 15, 2017October 15, 2017by thisfunktionalartfreakLeave a Comment

Written by Jesus Figueroa (@Thisfunktional)

Actors Tom Ellis and Tom Welling talk with media about the new season of “Lucifer,” season 3 premiered Oct. 2 on FOX.

Ellis and Welling talk about having multiple Tom’s on set, having Welling come into the series and how Welling got to be a part of “Lucifer.”

LUCIFER

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