Reviews

Jamie Rumley “Renovations” – compelling vocals of a pure downhome female artist

Remember how The Corrs captivated our hearts with their downhome sound? I guess it’s about time for someone new to step in. Meet Jamie Rumley, a Folk Rock musician and a one woman band. Her album, “Renovations” was and still is a great hit in Jamendo’s charts. Expressive and very easy on the ear, this album is everything, but boring. Each song was carefully written so as to have easy-to-read lyrics and graceful tune. Jamie’s voice will not only make you listen to her songs, but also will make you fall in love with the Folk Rock genre.

Assassin’s Creed – Lineage [Short Movie Part 1 in HD]

Following the success of the original Assassin's Creed video game, UbiSoft now brings us the most-awaited prequel to Assassin's Creed II - the story that started it all. Spanning a rich history of assassins' stories featuring Leonardo da Vinci, the Medici Family and Machiavelli, Assassin's Creed Lineage is the first of the three-part short movie which is set to uncover all the secrets of one of Italy's most powerful families, reaching further than anybody expects it to be.

Hello Citizen: Hello Citizen

Another powerful Alternative Rock band is going to shake your players. Hello Citizen generously released their 1st album for digital download on January 20, 2009. This self-titled album is filled with massive guitar riffs and superb, melodic reverberation. If ever you found yourself in a situation that you're desperately needing for a new Rock album, then this one is really worth the download. And undeniably, the tracks will soon be seen and listed in your iPod's "Top 25" playlist.

Yo Frankie! – a great 3D Blender-based game with a cute but evil squirrel

Imagine this: a cute but evil & angry-looking flying squirrel picking up acorns, attacking sheep, and throwing bones? Are you having a hard time imagining? Well then stop imagining and check out Yo Frankie! Yo Frankie! is a 3D game where you play as this mean squirrel, jump over rams and sheep, and throw bones and acorns. Based on Blender and Crystal Space 3D, it's a game that you and your little siblings will surely enjoy.

Michael Barber “Motion Picture Mayhem 2” – newest album from an award-winning hip-hop artist, under Creative Commons

Following the success of Motion Picture Mayhem Series with over 100,000 downloads and about 12,000 hard copy units in 2008, award-winning hip hop lyricist, promoter and tour musician Michael Barber returns with another hip-hop album, ready to become a surefire hit. Michael has recorded songs with big names in the hip-hop scene such as Akon and Nappy Roots, so make sure to hit it hard when you listen to his music - you'll end up liking it.

BumpTop – transform your desktop into a real 3D workspace!

Tired of staring at your plain, same old desktop for hours? Or you can't seem to find a perfect way to organize all those icons which cover almost half of your desktop? Or you want to put sticky notes on your desktop but they all look so boring? Here's one solution for you - BumpTop! BumpTop transforms your bland desktop into a real 3D desktop. Pin notes on your desktop's floor or bang them up against the wall - you'd surely love playing with your desktop!

Josh Woodward: Breadcrumbs

Josh is definitely one of our favorite Creative Commons artists. We've written about his music twice already featuring Only Whispering and The Simple Life. Now Josh brings us his latest album, Breadcrumbs. Filled with 11 diverse songs ranging from fast to slow, mellow to upbeat, there's really something for everybody. Pair that up with his witty lyrics, relaxing vocals and catchy melodies, Breadcrumbs would be easy to be stuck in your head - and you media player.

[TED Talk] James Burchfield plays (invisible) turntables

Yet another great vocal percussionist is on the loose! James “The AudioPoet” Burchfield had a funny, but jaw-dropping performance in TED Talks last February 2003. He not only showcased his talent in beat boxing, James WOW-ed the people by demonstrating his act of playing an imaginary turntable. He’s not your ordinary beat boxer; he calls himself an “audiopoet” for a reason. His different interpretation and his own created art of human beatbox gave new meaning to hip-hop.