Pace Press - Arts

Feb 24

The Pace Press talks to R&B artist Trey Songz

Grammy nominated R&B singer Trey Songz, hailing from Virginia, has been making his mark on music. Beginning his music career in 2005, Songz released his first album I Gotta Make It and in 2007 came out with his second, Trey Day.

James Cameron visits the University as a guest on Inside the Actor’s Studio

Bravo's Inside the Actor's Studio hosted by James Lipton had one of its biggest guests of all time on Feb. 17, director James Cameron.

Feb 18

The Good Guy features young New York romances

The Good Guy, a film starring Alexis Bledel, Scott Porter and Bryan Greenberg, starts out with a scene that is sure to make you think Beth (Bledel) has dumped her boyfriend, Tommy (Porter) for someone else. There isn’t much explanation as to why, but as the movie is narrated by Porter’s character, it seems that he is the perfect guy and Beth has left him heartbroken.

“Topdog/Underdog” has a one night performance at the University

The play “Topdog/Underdog” by Suzan-Lori Parks was performed at the Student Union on Feb.12 and was put on by the University theater group, Group Therapy. Directed by Benvolio Tomaiuolo, it stars David Givens as Lincoln and Matt Hammond as Booth.

Take Action Tour merges music and philanthropy

Bands come together to raise awareness and charity for Driving for Donors

The Take Action Tour is a yearly tour that uses music and concerts to promote various charities and good causes, hoping that young music fans will donate to these charities while they are enjoying some great music.

The Pace Press Interviews Trevor Hall

Kim Bui sat down for The Pace Press to catch up with Trevor Hall.

Trevor Hall talks about music, karma and Bob Marley

The Pace Press catches up with Hall for a Q&A while touring on the road

Combine the essence of the legendary Bob Marley and the deep vocals and acoustic sounds of Jack Johnson and you’d have Trevor Hall. Hall has a unique sound all his own. Upon first hearing him sing, you’d probably recognize his voice from his single “Other Ways,” which was featured in the Disney film Shrek the Third, but it will leave you wanting more. His latest album release, self-titled “Trevor Hall,” holds 13 feel good tracks that make you think of nothing but life, love and summer.

Precious Pearl Paint locations rumored to close its doors

University students and locals may need to look elsewhere for art supplies

It turns out that one of the world's largest art suppliers is closing its doors here in our lovely artsy New York City. As of last weekend, rumor has it that one of the three Manhattan Pearl Paint stores has been closed down for good.

Four Year Strong headline “Enemy of the World” Tour

Gramercy Theatre hosts a night full of intense moshing and circle pits

A line wrapped around the block of Gramercy Theatre on Feb. 12 for a sold out “Enemy Of The World” Tour sponsored by “Shirts for a Cure.” Moshing, circle pits and fist pumps were the theme of the evening.

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Oct 14

Zombieland: Full of tons of humor and zombies

When the human race finally ceases to be, one thing will be abundantly clear: there will be lots and lots of zombies and it will be awesome. Zombieland, written by Rhett Reese and Paul Wernick and directed by Ruben Fleischer (Rob Dyrdek's Fantasy Factory) is not your typical zombie film. Full of tons of humor and tons of zombies, this film will take you on a rollercoaster ride — literally — killing zombies and generating laughter the entire time.

New University organization POP TV wants you as a member

You may have seen “POP TV” advertised on the flat screens around the University quiet recently.

Poison The Well performs at Blender Theatre

The Gramercy Theatre of New York City was packed when Ontario, Canada’s Billy Talent headlined a concert in support of their newest album, Billy Talent III, which was released in the U.S on September 22. Chicago, Illinois’ AM Taxi and Miami, Fla.’s Poison The Well (PTW) supported Billy Talent, who recently embarked on a tour opening for Rise Against! and Rancid.

Graffiti artist Eric Felisbret releases book: Graffiti in New York

Graffiti art has been a significant piece of culture in New York. From streets to subways, the work is a key part in the art world. New York is the mecca for the graffiti culture and birthed some of the best graffiti artists. The art form evolved and the history continues be adored and documented. Former graffiti artist Eric Felisbret took his passion for the culture and applied that to literature.

Hair returns to Broadway at the Al Hirschfield Theater

After a successful run at Central Park’s Delacorte Theater, the musical Hair was revived for Broadway at the Al Hirschfield Theater this past March. Most of the cast from the Delacorte Theater run are now cast members in the Broadway production.

Creative Minds in Cannes opens doors for film students

The film program, Creative Minds in Cannes (CMIC), provides an opportunity for student filmmakers to gain exposure and experience to launch their careers in the film industry.

Babelgum video competition offers artists a chance at exposure in Times Square

Babelgum, Youtube’s largest competitor will be holding the Metropolis Art Prize 2009, a contest in which participants submit videos of any art form to win a chance at having their work showcased in the “neon heart of New York City,” in Times Square.

Author Wally Lamb makes you believe again

Wally Lamb’s “The Hour I First Believed: A Novel” is about one man's stumbling, confused journey to find order in a world gone chaotic, to find faith and belief in something among all the evil and hypocrisy.

Oct 7

Some 2009 releases please, surprise and disappoint fans

The Boy Who Knew Too Much MIKA Ivonna Thompson Solo artist Mika returns with his sophomore album The Boy Who Knew Too Much, selling approximately 25,000 – 30,000 records in its opening week. Of Lebanese decent from the United Kingdom, Mika is said to be the next Freddie Mercury by many critics.

The Invention of Lying

Sometimes honesty isn't always the best policy

In a world where everyone told the truth and lying does not exist, one man takes it upon himself to change everything.

Peter and Vandy show what a true love story is

Romantic relationships are cute, fluffy, nice, sweet and can be the ultimate hell once you really get to know whom you are dating.

Sept 30

University student’s band performs at The Bitter End

On Sept. 22 Walking Upright took the stage at The Bitter End, a renowned NYC venue that has hosted such greats as Billy Joel, Stevie Wonder, Bob Dylan, James Taylor, Norah Jones, Miles Davis and many more.

New York band Jupiter One releases new album Sunshower

New York natives Jupiter One hosted an outstanding line-up for the release of their new album Sunshower at the Music Hall of Williamsburg on Sept. 25.

Coen Brothers release film A Serious Man

Writer-directors Joel and Ethan Coen (Burn After Reading, The Big Lebowski) returned with a Judaism based film, A Serious Man. Despite such a somber title, the film has much of the same dark comedy audiences expect from the Coen brothers.

KnittaPlease tags New York

The image of a knitter is often perceived as an elderly woman in a rocking chair. This image is one that is extremely distorted and was challenged by KnittaPlease, a crew of knit artists led by Magda Sayeg.

Up and coming band Push Play performs Irving Plaza

This past Saturday Push Play performed at The Filmore Irving Plaza. The concert was a pre – release concert for their debut album Found. It was an evening consisting of fresh young musicians with potential who can definitely make an impact in mainstream music.

Sept 23

Disney v.s. Marvel: Disney prevails and buys Marvel for $4 billion

The Walt Disney Company recently agreed to buy Marvel Entertainment Incorporated for roughly $4 billion in cash and stock. Marvel, most known for its major characters like Iron Man, Spiderman and the Incredible Hulk through comics and film, will now join forces with Disney juggernauts Peter Pan, Aladdin, Jimmeny Cricket and many others.

Hype builds for Blueprint 3

Hip-hop rapper, businessman and mogul Shawn “Jay-Z” Carter recently released the third edition to The Blueprint collection, The Blueprint 3. A collection including popular singles “Izzo (H.O.V.A),” “Girls, Girls, Girls,” “03 Bonnie and Clyde” and “Excuse Me Miss.”

Jupiter One’s Colwell does Q&A with The Pace Press

Guitarist Zac Colwell from New York indie-rock band Jupiter One took some time to talk to the Pace Press about their upcoming release party for their new album Sunshower, touring with Regina Spektor and elevator music in heaven.

Miller and his band headline Webster Hall concert

Rhett Miller and the Serial Lady Killers, the band he plays with when he’s not with the Old 97’s, rocked New York’s Webster Hall Saturday Sept 19. With opening acts Nicole Atkins and Jim Ward of Sleepercar, the whole show had great energy.

Highline Ballroom hosts an array of bands

The Dangerous Summer opens for headliner TV/TV

On Sept. 18, Highline Ballroom hosted a diverse lineup of bands. First to perform were bands A Million Years and The Dangerous Summer

Glee is a gleeful hit for fall

Modern day television is filled with various shows like NYC Prep, Gossip Girl and others, revolving around the theme of high school. In this vein comes Fox’s Glee. In the spring the show premiered its pilot, but did not fully continue as a season until this fall.

VMAs return to New York's Radio City Music Hall

The MTV Video Music Awards came to New York City this year after having previously been held in Los Angeles, Calif. The red carpet stretched down West 51st Street from 6th Avenue to the doors of Radio City Music Hall.

Local New York Bands compete for the title of MTV’s 2009 New York Breakout Artist

Lines left and right filed down the block on Sept. 11, 2009 around The Fillmore at Irving Plaza for the MTV Video Music Awards ’09 Best Breakout NYC Artist competition.

2009 MTV Video Music Awards had the best awards of all time...of all time!

MTV’s 2009 Video Music Awards hosted by Russell Brand brought hype and mayhem. From stars with “big egos” interrupting acceptance speeches to wild outfits that will not soon be forgotten, the VMA’s will be a topic of discussion for a very long time.

Sept 9

Max hopes for beer in Hell

I Hope They Serve Beer In Hell, the movie adaptation of Tucker Max's book of same name opens in theatres Sept. 25. The book consists of true stories, while the movie only includes some of these stories plus an additional plot line.

Moviegoers disappointed by this summer’s diverse selections

Over summer vacation, some people went to other countries, some religiously watched MTV's “16 and Pregnant” and some went to the movies. If you did the latter of the three, you probably found more entertainment in watching underage girls get knocked up than seeing the disappointing summer films Hollywood had to offer. While there were a few gems amongst the garbage, it's safe to say this summer was not the best for moviegoers.

Vampire phenomenon reaches the end of season two

This summer fans of HBO’s latest hit television series True Blood were “glamoured” by vampires, shape shifters, maenads and humans.

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