Two jazz vocalists and one percussionist turn out fine albums.
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'New Orleans Carnival Krewes' by Rosary O'Neill reveals the traditions, the secret societies and the history of how New Orleans and Mardi Gras came to be as integral to each other as red beans and rice.
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I wasn’t aware that men needed a whiff of chemicals, but the combination of women’s undergarments and the macho motions of the kitchen clearly lends itself to the small screen’s appetite for exotic foods spiced with a sizzling dash of sex.
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Toto's 35th anniversary concert in Poland is a must for fans and an ideal introduction for newcomers.
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This book presents a great blend of fact, fiction, and ghostly activity, along with a loving view of New Orleans as the extraordinary city it is.
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True to its high caliber, this week's 'Mad Men' takes us beyond the expected.
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Million Dollar Arm: a swing and a miss.
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The book is a wild ride, a ride well worth taking.
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The finale of Marvel's Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. nails every element, from direction to writing to character development, complete with a shocking, excellent promise of what's to come next.
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The new Swans album employs a pop sensibility to its dark underground sound.
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