Reviews

Pinta

Pinta is a cross-platform image editing program. There are plenty of free image editors available. Pinta’s advantage is it is light on the system. In spite of its many features, the program can run on older pieces of hardware. The software has a plethora of drawing tools. You can make everything from basic shapes to complex polygons. You can use layers for intricate images.

Devyn Rose: D.E.V.Y.N EP

Whipping out a fresh sound that’s equal parts sexy and catchy, newcomer Devyn Rose is looking to claim a piece of the R&B pop princess pie. From the sound of her debut record, this doesn’t seem far fetched. D.E.V.Y.N combines sultry dance club numbers along with some slow and beautiful tracks. And now we are more than excited to have her here with us over at FrostClick and FrostWire

The Artifacts

Only a year old and The Artifacts are already establishing themselves in the indie music world. Their self-titled debut is an awesome cocktail of rock, blues, funk and pop that all mix well to create a unique and stand-out sound. Made up of trio Jon Wan on keyboard, Zoë Brecher on drums and Leo Cancelmo on guitars; the New York based outfit has managed to create a collection of tracks that resonate with charm and passion.

Geoffrey Chaucer: The Canterbury Tales

Before JK Rowling became one of the greatest storytellers of the world, there was a fellow from Great Britain named Geoffrey Chaucer who told a couple of tales and found his rightful place in the world of literature. Created in the 14th century, his tales gave a reflection of his times. So if you want to know what knights were really like, among many other things, join the travel to Canterbury! The Canterbury Tales is a collection of 24 stories made by a group of pilgrims on their way to Canterbury, England to honor St. Thomas Becket. This group agrees to tell two stories each on the way to Canterbury and then another two on their way back. The best storyteller earns a prize.

Between

Between is a social network app for couples. It was created by VCNC, a South Korean company. The app was boringly designed for the Asian market but its popularity has caused it to spread throughout the US and the rest of the world. In a nutshell, Between is a social network for couples. Unlike other social networking apps where everything you post is there for the world to see, Between is private. You can share photographs, messages and memories with your special someone. There is real time chatting. Plus there are a lot of emoticons, hearts and smiley faces you can use.

Dead Unicorn: Global Thermonuclear War

For those who want a break from all the indie rock they've been playing lately, Dead Unicorn can provide something more potent. Global Thermonuclear War is a hardcore slight emocore rock record that provides louder drums, vocals, bass and pretty much everything. This is the sophomore album for the band after their initial release, Yellow Supervolcano.

Bonesetters: Savages

From the first few seconds of Savages, you'll realize you have a special compilation in your hands. If you're all for beautiful indie folk rock with a touch of alternative, the Bonesetters might become your new favorite band. The five-piece hails from Muncie, Indiana and creates music that, as they put it "are meant for dreams." Indeed, with a sound that fuses together elements of swing, folk, surf rock and blues; you can expect tons of catchy and easily likable tunes up ahead .

Driving Speed 2

Driving Speed 2 is a free racing game from WheelSpin Studios. For a free game though, it is very well designed. Players can select from four powerful cars and compete against up to 11 other cars. The race takes place on two exciting circuits. You can also play against human opponents over the Internet (8 multiplayer mode) and LAN. The game also has a Championship mode. Here you can pit your skills against the finest drivers on the Web. You can upgrade cars and even repair it. Driving Speed 2 has a challenging AI, cool sound effects and high quality graphics. The game also boasts of realistic physics, so you need to steer the car properly.

Alexander Chereshnev: Unremembered Stardust

Artist and composer Alexander Chereshnev, has unveiled his latest project titled Unremembered Startdust. The EP comes equipped with 4 tracks that are both hauntingly dreamy and melancholic. The artist has been around the music scene since 2004, producing various types of music and releasing a few EPs. Among his first compilations was a short record titled Going Home. This was released under his then moniker, Siberian Son. After this first foray, he followed it up by releasing various vinyls, singles as well as contributing to different compilations including this latest record.