Gun (PlayStation 2)
Sometimes, while rummaging around in the bargain bin, you'll find a true gaming gem. Gun, a game that was released with very little fanfare in late 2005, is one such...
KISS – Kissology Vol. 1 – 1974-1977 (2006)
In the 1970s, KISS was the biggest band in the world. But, like every band, they had to start somewhere. Kissology Vol 1 - 1974-1977 documents the rise of KISS...
Gears of War (Xbox 360)
Since the release of the Xbox 360 in November, 2005, one game has been referred to as the system's Halo. That is, the game that will get people to buy...
If These Trees Could Talk – If These Trees Could Talk (2006)
Akron, Ohio's If These Trees Could Talk are probably the biggest musical surprise I've come across this year. Their self-titled, self-released EP provides an almost trance-inducing collection of metallic-tinged instrumentals...
Celtic Frost – Monotheist (2006)
If you’re a real fan of heavy metal, what Celtic Frost mean to you is probably largely dependent on your age. For older fans, Celtic Frost were one of the...
Tomb Raider: Legend (Xbox 360)
If you're a Lara Croft fan, there's been precious little to cheer about since she burst on to the gaming scene back in 1996. As each new game in the...
Fight Night Round 3 (Xbox 360)
Fight Night Round 3 is the latest attempt by EA Sports' to deliver a proper video-game representation of the sport of boxing. Admittedly, it's not an easy task. Boxing is...
Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII (Xbox 360)
Being a huge World War II aviation buff, I was very excited to hear about the development of Blazing Angels: Squadrons of WWII for the Xbox 360. The more I heard, the...
Queensrÿche – Operation: Mindcrime II (2006)
In 1988, Queensrÿche released their third full-length studio album, Operation: Mindcrime, an ambitious concept tale of sex, murder, drugs and politics that captured the imagination of heavy metal fans. Telling...
Gary Numan – Jagged (2006)
On his previous three studio releases, Gary Numan has taken on one of life's bigger targets: God. An outspoken atheist in terms of his lyrical content, Numan has honed his...