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'The Dark Knight Rises' And Falls In Summer 2012 – Movie Preview

Tree Riddle — Fri, 06 Jan 2012 14:53:26 +0000

It wasn’t very tough to decide which film we’re looking forward to the most in 2012 — how could it be anything other than Christopher Nolan’s final installment in the Batman franchise ‘The Dark Kinght Rises.’ #1. ‘The Dark Knight Rises’ Christian Bale, Tom Hardy, Anne Hathaway Despite our early concerns about the villain selection [...]

Soundgarden Return With New Album In Spring 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 16:58:41 +0000

After taking a 16-year breather, Soundgarden is set to make one of the biggest comebacks of all-time in 2012. The most avant-garde band of the 90's are readying a new album for a tentative spring release and this isn't just a one-off occurrence -- Soundgarden is here to stay.

'The Walking Dead' Season 2 Continues February 2012 – TV Preview

Tree Riddle — Tue, 03 Jan 2012 21:39:57 +0000

Topping our list of the best television coming in 2012 is the continuation of the incredible second season of ‘The Walking Dead.’ We’re dying to see where the show will take us in season 2′s final six episodes and beyond. #1. ‘The Walking Dead’ Andrew Lincoln, Jon Bernthal, Sarah Wayne Callies SPOILER ALERT: If you [...]

'American Horror Story' To Hit Reset For Season 2 In 2012 – TV Preview

Tree Riddle — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 23:28:48 +0000

After the season finale of FX’s hit series ‘American Horror Story,’ many were left wondering how the show could continue to be interesting. The answer — starting over with a new location, new horrors, and some new/old faces…we’ll explain after the jump. #2. ‘American Horror Story’ Dylan McDermott, Connie Britton, Jessica Lange Despite early resistance to [...]

Smashing Pumpkins New Album 'Oceania' Due Spring 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Fri, 30 Dec 2011 19:07:09 +0000

The Smashing Pumpkins are taking a detour from their massive 44-song project 'Teargarden by Kaleidyscope' to bring you a full album called 'Oceania.' Frontman Billy Corgan says it's their best since 'Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness' -- hopefully we'll be able to confirm that this Spring.

Metallica To Go Old School On New Album In 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 21:56:30 +0000

Metallica are working with producer Rick Rubin on the album that will hopefully make us forget all about the whole 'Lulu' debacle. You never know with Metallica, but there's a good chance we will see the follow-up to 'Death Magnetic' in 2012.

Tarantino Returns In 2012 With 'Django Unchained' – Movie Preview

Tree Riddle — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 21:22:06 +0000

2012 will see the arrival of Quentin Tarantino's next film, which he describes as a spaghetti western set in the deep south or a "southern". 'Django Unchained' is the story of a slave turned bounty hunter (Jamie Foxx) who sets out to free his wife from a sadistic plantation owner who is played by Leonardo DiCaprio.

Alice In Chains New Album Possible For 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Wed, 28 Dec 2011 19:26:31 +0000

Last we heard, Alice in Chains were hard at work on material for their second album since the death of original vocalist Layne Staley. There's no doubt the album will be one of the year's best -- the only question we have is will we hear the album in 2012?

Tool At Work On New Album For 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Fri, 23 Dec 2011 15:06:09 +0000

One of the albums we're looking forward to the most in 2012 is the fifth studio album from the masters of art metal -- Tool. The band has been writing the new material for some time now, leaving everyone curious about whether or not the highly anticipated follow-up to '10,000 Days' will surface in the new year.

'The Expendables 2′ Brings 1980′s Action To 2012 – Movie Preview

Tree Riddle — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 17:44:35 +0000

If 2012 does bring about the apocalypse, at least we'll be able to see the ultimate action film before we go. After a action-star studded first outing, the Sylvester Stallone led 'The Expendables 2' ups the ante with the addition of Chuck Norris, Jean-Claude Van Damme, and expanded roles for Bruce Willis and Arnold Schwarzenegger.

'Louie' Season 3 Brings Unpredictable Hilarity In 2012 – TV Preview

Tree Riddle — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 22:15:44 +0000

One of the shows we're most excited about for 2012 is the third season of FX's brilliant comedy 'Louie.' The Louis C.K. comedy may not be predictable when it comes to format or subject matter, but one thing you can count on is being brought to tears with laughter almost every episode.

Pearl Jam Go For Ten With New Album In 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Wed, 21 Dec 2011 16:49:36 +0000

Among the more noteworthy releases coming our way in 2012 is the tenth studio album from Seattle rock giants Pearl Jam. After spending much of the year reflecting on their 20-year run, the rock vets aim to finish their next record by spring 2012. You never know what you’re going to get when Pearl Jam [...]

'Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter' To Rewrite History In 2012 – Movie Preview

Tree Riddle — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 19:09:14 +0000

There are plenty of stink-bombs coming to theaters in 2012. Despite all the sequel/prequel/3D re-release B.S. headed our way, there will be some truly original films like the historically inaccurate (yet extremely awesome) ‘Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter.’ #4. ‘Abraham Lincoln: Vampire Hunter’ Benjamin Walker, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Rufus Sewell This Tim Burton produced adaptation of [...]

Shinedown To Return With New Album In 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 16:04:17 +0000

Shinedown will follow up their massive hit record ‘The Sound of Madness’ with what’s expected to be one of the biggest rock albums of the year, and depending on it’s direction — possibly one of the biggest albums released in any genre. It may not seem like it, but it’s been almost four years since [...]

'The Killing' Will Solve Rosie Larsen's Murder In Season 2 – TV Preview

Tree Riddle — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 19:17:36 +0000

One of the best thrill rides on television this year was the breakout success (and eventual disappointment) ‘The Killing’ on AMC. The character-driven murder mystery aims for redemption as producers promise to answer the question posed by the show’s tagline — “Who Killed Rosie Larsen?” #4. ‘The Killing’ Mireille Enos, Joel Kinnaman, Billy Campbell ‘The [...]

Muse Aim For 'Radically Different' New Album In 2012 – Music Preview

Tree Riddle — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:49:45 +0000

One of the most anticipated album of 2012 is the in-the-works disc from UK three-piece Muse. The band has always had an innovative alt-rock sound, but they’re looking to push the boundaries even further with their sixth full-length album. Muse have really established themselves at the forefront of alternative rock over the past few years. [...]

'The Avengers' Save The World In 2012 – Movie Preview

Tree Riddle — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 18:57:20 +0000

Never before has there been a superhero movie with this big of a build to it’s release. It may have taken five separate films to set up, but ‘The Avengers‘ is a lock to become of the biggest blockbusters of all time when it hits theaters in May 2012. #5. ‘The Avengers’ Robert Downey Jr., [...]

'Californication' Season 5 Debuts In January 2012 – TV Preview

Tree Riddle — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 16:19:14 +0000

There are more exciting things happening on the small screen in 2012 than in theaters. One of those exciting events being the return of drunken author and ladies’ man Hank Moody in season 5 of Showtime’s hilariously raunchy ‘Californictaion.’ #5. ‘Californication’ Season 5 David Duchovny, Natasha McElhone, Evan Handler Most Showtime subscribers are die hard [...]

'The Cabin In The Woods' To Resurrect Horror In 2012 – Movie Preview

Tree Riddle — Wed, 14 Dec 2011 20:36:14 +0000

Beginning our countdown of kick-ass films headed our way in 2012 is a film that’s kind of a wild card. While it may start with a typical premise — ‘The Cabin in the Woods’ looks to be nothing like your average slasher flick. #6. ‘The Cabin in the Woods’ Chris Hemsworth, Bradley Whitford, Jesse Williams [...]

Ten Terrible Movies Coming To Theaters In 2012

Tree Riddle — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 17:37:13 +0000

While preparing to do our annual preview of the best movies coming to theaters in 2012, we found that an unusually high amount of turds were on their way as well. Here's a look at some movies you'll want to steer clear of in the new year. 10 'Star Wars Episode I: The Phantom Menace' [...]