Arts

Rudy's Cafe brings Southwestern spirit to Teele

Grizzly Bear's new album overshoots the mark

In indie rock, Grizzly Bear may occupy a space entirely its own, but the Brooklyn band and its career trajectory is starting to look an awful lot like Arcade Fire's two years earlier. Both groups' first official albums - I'm going to disregard Grizzly Bear's "Horn of Plenty" (2004) since it was mainly an Ed Droste solo effort - "Yellow House" (2006) and "Funeral" (2004), respectively, were stunning successes within the critical sphere and afforded the band's small but devoted fan bases.

Megan Clark | Where's the Craic?

In the interest of transparency, I believe I should be as upfront as possible about my feelings for this movie. "In the Name of the Father" (1993) is my favorite movie of all time. I think Jim Sheridan, who directed, co?wrote and produced this movie, is a creative genius. And I think - nay, I know - that Daniel Day?Lewis is the greatest actor working today. My introduction to Irish film, this movie occupies a special place in my heart.

The Avett Brothers move forward with catchy melodies, new sound

Wilfred' brings bizarreness to the masses

Cruel Summer' good, but not golden

For the past two years, everything Kanye West has touched has turned to gold. Whether it was his albums, his music videos or even his fashion sense - he often wore a leather skirt during his "Watch the Throne" concerts - West always seemed to come out on top.

The Emmy Winners | The big winners of last night's Emmy awards

The 2012 Emmy Awards once again attempted to reward the best and brightest of the television season. While there were dozens of deserving nominees, only a select few took home the Emmy honors.

Dredd 3D' perfectly meshes action, visuals

"Dredd3D" is the best - and bloodiest - action movie released in a long time.

Interview | Karl Urban

Elizabeth Landers | Campus Chic Report

Fashion month is well underway - no, not in Boston. After New York Fashion Week wrapped up, it was off to London, Milan and Paris for the industry's fashion editrixes. As the shows trickle out, the spring collections in New York, London and Milan have been a mixed bag. The usual coveted tickets like PrabalGurung - you may have seen his collaboration with J.Crew last spring - and Oscar de la Renta brought the big guns in the form of "Matrix" (1999)?esque separates and show?stopping ball gowns, respectively. It remains ever disappointing that the industry returns from a series of spring fashion weeks only to be hit smack in the face by cool fall weather that promises freezing temperatures shortly thereafter. So, in the spirit of philosopher Coleridge's willing suspense of disbelief, let's take a moment and jump into balmy spring breezes to evaluate the best trends for 2013.

Wagamama's hip atmosphere makes it college haven

Nestled snugly in the heart of Harvard Square, Wagamama, an Asian fusion restaurant, pleases everyone with its food and top?notch customer service. A short T ride away from the Tufts campus, Wagamama is an ideal location for a date or a night out.

Dylan's 'Tempest' reconfirms him as a great American musician

Ever the enigmatic figure, Bob Dylan has resisted easy analysis over his five?decade career during which he has employed a chameleon?like quality in switching between roles. Dylan's 35th studio album, "Tempest," sees him fully embracing the recent role of grizzled old bluesman he has taken on in his past few albums to great effect. "Tempest" is an incredible late?career highlight for Dylan, who has crafted a dark and captivating stunner of a record, filled with dynamic musical changes and some of his most violent imagery ever.

Mae Humiston and Sara Gardner | Let's Talk About Food

Megan Clark | Where's the Craic?

No, I'm not soliciting illegal drugs. In Ireland, "craic" means fun, so to ask "Where's the craic?" is like asking "Where's the party?" or "What's happening?" And I'll tell you what's happening: Irish cinema! While not always a laugh a minute - in fact, the Irish are fairly infamous for the gloom and doom of their storytelling - Irish film, I find, is enjoyable and fascinating due to its self?awareness. Many Irish movies focus on historical events of particular importance to the country, social issues and stereotypes of the Irish national character - whether they support or disprove the concept of a uniform Irish type.

Mindy Kaling shines in new Fox comedy

Fox's "The Mindy Project" has the potential to be one of the breakout shows of the fall television season.

Concert Review | Bloc Party still puts on incredible live show

After a four?year hiatus, British indie rock group Bloc Party is touring once again. The band played the House of Blues on Sept. 14, showcasing its new album "Four" (2012).

Dave Matthews Band's studio album disappoints

With over 11.6 million tickets sold over the past decade, Dave Matthews Band (DMB) is the most successful touring act of the past decade. Thanks to its dynamic live shows, the group enjoys a reputation as a powerhouse on the concert circuit.

Tepid relations, stereotypes hamper 'Basketball Wives'

In recent years, VH1 has begun to catch up to television's endemic lifestyle?based reality shows by targeting a different demographic of status?conscious viewers. The cable station has produced shows like "Basketball Wives," "Baseball Wives" (2011?12) and the much more tragic, less decipherable "Basketball Wives LA" with mixed and often disappointing results. Season two of Basketball Wives LA kicked off - or rather fell off - with a recap of the action from last season, which included backstabbing, heightened awareness of the cameras and a group of women searching for social belonging among their peers.

MFA jewelry exhibit brings sparkle to the Museum of Fine Arts

"Jewels, Gems and Treasures: Ancient to Modern," curated by Yvonne Markowitz of the Museum of Fine Arts, is a study in the appreciation and significance of various jewels and precious pieces over time. Spanning centuries and six continents, the show features studio jewelry, diamonds once belonging to film legend Joan Crawford and a suite owned by Mary Todd Lincoln, as well as 17th?century south German rosaries and a Nubian crystal pendant dating back to 712 B.C. The exhibit calls into question the multiple functions of jewelry, and it displays pieces that range from the protective to the decorative.

Hell on Wheels' posed for another great season