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Eve Pierpont

Currently working for mxdwn as a music feature section editor and writer, and freelance reporter for Treasure Coast Newspapers. Mainly interested in editorial writing, short or long-form news stories, op-eds, breaking news, investigative reporting and columns. Enjoys writing about entertainment/pop culture, sports, health and wellness,  home management/improvements, travel, the outdoors, fashion, and many more. 

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11 restaurants that offer oysters on the Treasure Coast

Oysters are renowned for their remarkable ability to filter water, which they achieve through filter feeding, ingesting phytoplankton and algae. This process also gives each type of oyster its own unique flavor, since their environment directly influences it.

Florida east coast oysters generally have a briny flavor, west coast oysters tend to be sweeter, and Gulf Coast oysters have a more mild and cleaner taste. Some are firm and chewy, while others are creamy and plump, depending on water temp...
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10 best restaurants on the Treasure Coast for tender, flavorful prime rib specials

Prime rib is a cut of beef from the cow's primal rib section, and the usage of prime in its name can get confused with the USDA grade of beef, which actually has no relation to the cut itself.Its iconic marbling, the white streaks of intramuscular fat throughout the meat, melts when cooked, moistening it from the inside and giving it exceptional tenderness and flavor.It is also known as a standing rib roast, which comes from how it "stands" in the oven on its rib bones. While it is especially po...
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mxdwn Interview: The Kooks' Luke Pritchard Shares Never/Know's Inspirations, Purpose and Creative Process -

Photo Credit: Brett Padelford

While on the road from New York City to Washington D.C. for The Kooks’ North American “All Over the World” Tour, Luke Pritchard shared with mxdwn fascinating details behind the band’s latest album Never/Know. Not afraid to admit that The Kooks were in a sense, running away from the sound that catapulted them to the mainstream, Pritchard wanted to create an album that took them back to those early days as humble teenagers.

The mindset was to reconnect with the arti...
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16 best restaurants on Ocean Boulevard in Stuart offer bagels, pizza, Asian food

Southeast Ocean Boulevard runs from downtown Stuart east over the St. Lucie River, through Sewall's Point and to Stuart Beach before turning north into State Road A1A, or Jimmy Buffett Memorial Highway, on Hutchinson Island.This vital stretch of road is home to numerous restaurants, the Elliott Museum, Florida Oceanographic Coastal Center, and Memorial Park, which hosts some of the area's largest annual events.Here are the restaurants that make up the Ocean Boulevard dining scene in Stuart, roug...
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mxdwn Interview: Phantogram Shares What Latest Album, Memory of a Day, and What Having Each Other Means to Them -

Phantogram is a duo like no other. The symbiotic and respectful chemistry that lifelong friends Sarah Barthel and Josh Carter have is palpable in just one conversation. They have once again honed into the unique but diverse sound that Phantogram is known for in their latest album, Memory of a Day, which is emotional, raw, gritty, and beautiful.

The two knew what they wanted for this album from its inception, and also what they didn’t want from it every step of its journey to fruition. It is one...
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9 best bars to watch sunset in Port St. Lucie, Vero Beach, Fort Pierce, Stuart, Sebastian

Treasure Coast sunsets are a truly magnificent sight to see. The sky becomes a canvas of red, pink, orange and purple, reflecting on the water and lingering after the sun is below the horizon.

Palm trees, spoil island and docks become silhouettes, creating a visually striking contrast with a tangible ambiance that sets the mood for the rest of the night.

Bars that offer patrons a place to experience these captivating skies are popular in Florida for a good reason.

Here are some sunset bars an...
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mxdwn Interview: Dani Filth Discusses Themes in The Screaming of the Valkyries, "Cooking With Music," Recent Music Videos and Creating Moods Through Music -

Cradle of Filth’s 14 studio album, The Screaming of the Valkyries, is an epic soundtrack that showcases the bands’ ability to “cook with music.” It is a balanced record that is sonically rooted in the sounds that have kept fans wanting more for over 30 years while still delivering something new, exhibiting how music that is true and comes from the heart will always reign supreme. Frontman Dani Filth shared with mxdwn over a recorded Zoom interview the meaning behind the album’s lyrics, creating...
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Where to eat? Vero Beach's South Beach offers Italian, French, Mediterranean restaurants

Vero Beach's South Beach stretches from the bottom of the 17th Street Bridge south down State Road A1A on the barrier island.South Beach is renowned for its various private communities with coastal names, such as Castaway Cove, Pelican Lane, The Moorings and Smugglers Cove. It is best known for its public beach access, South Beach Park, which offers picnic tables, restrooms and lifeguards, along with its diversified selection of eateries.Here are the restaurants that make up Vero Beach's South B...
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Top 10 Black Sabbath & Ozzy Osbourne Covers At Back To The Beginning Show -

An epic 10-hour show dedicated to Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne dubbed “Back to the Beginning” took place at a sold-out Villa Park in Osbourne’s and the band’s birth town of Aston, Birmingham, England on Saturday, July 5. The farewell charity event saw the last performance ever from Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne whose advanced Parkinson’s disease has taken a toll on the icon who sang while seated on a delightfully gothic throne.

Tom Morello served as the musical director for the show and it...
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Waterfront restaurants: 8 best places to eat at marinas in Vero Beach, Fort Pierce, Stuart

Marina restaurants offer a distinct waterfront dining experience with picturesque views and atmospheres that range from laid-back to upscale.Marinas are a safe haven for boaters and provide a place to dock, get fuel and filet fish. They also can have amenities such as restaurants where everyone can socialize and have a good time.Whether you are a mariner or a landlubber, try these marina restaurants, one in each Treasure Coast city where applicable, including some that are less-obvious choices t...
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mxdwn Interview: Pixies' Joey Santiago Experiences Recording and Writing for Doggerel

Pixies have come out with their most evolved album yet, Doggerel. On this record, Joey Santiago contributes more than just his spectacular guitar playing- his talent writing lyrics and music. His exclusion from the headphone mix also allows the freedom to create his parts on the fly, adding his own special ingredient. The sprinkling of different genres that can be heard throughout the cohesive album is truly impressive and the band’s congeniality is something that should get fans electrified.

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Where to eat? Fort Pierce's South Beach has waterfront restaurants, seafood, pizza, BBQ

Fort Pierce's South Beach lies just south of the Fort Pierce Inlet, nestled between the Indian River Lagoon and the Atlantic Ocean.It provides a panoramic and easygoing island-style atmosphere and an abundance of recreational water activities. Aside from the popular South Jetty, plus Jaycee and South Beach parks, this part of South Hutchinson Island has an array of enticing restaurants.Here are the restaurants that make up South Beach's restaurant scene, roughly defined here as the area from the...
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Interview: Ben Barnes Details His Lifelong Passion For Music And Storytelling

Ben Barnes has decided to interject his acting career with a little music of his own. Barnes’ new album, Songs For You, features five soulful reminiscent songs that are sure to draw a solid fan base. Barnes’ love for storytelling, which is shown in his TV shows, has translated beautifully to his music.

mxdwn: What pushed you to start to do music?

Ben Barnes: I was always into music when I was very young. My dad was always blasting ’70s rock bands through the house: the Beatles, Rolling Stones,
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Stuart waterfront restaurants serve Florida seafood in casual or elegant settings

Stuart's location along the St. Lucie River and Atlantic Ocean has coined the city as the "Sailfish Capital of the World" and named "America's Happiest Seaside Town" by Coastal Living in 2016.In addition to Stuart Beach, the city has a scenic historic downtown and Riverwalk area, an arts scene with widespread murals and mosaics, boutique shops and top-notch restaurants.Here are some of the best Stuart waterfront restaurants:

Stuart's location along the St. Lucie River and Atlantic Ocean has coi...
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mxdwn Interview: Teemu Mäntysaari On What Joining Megadeth Means To Him, Musical Influences & Plans For The Band -

Teemu Mäntysaari, the Finnish guitarist known for his work with Wintersun and Smackbound, earned the opportunity of a dream—joining a band that you have long admired. Stepping into the role came naturally, which, after learning about how he conceptualizes, studies and appreciates music, comes as no surprise. Megadeth’s future will see Teemu’s creative hand in its new music and his chemistry with frontman Dave Mustaine means fans are in for a treat.

It was almost impossible not to be inspired as...
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Maine lobster: 9 Treasure Coast restaurants with the tender, flavorful cold-water dweller

Maine lobsters are known for their tender, sweet and rich meat — the product of the cold waters they call home because lower temperatures slow their growth and prevent excess salt absorption.A hallmark characteristic of the Maine lobster is its claws, which tend to provide more succulent meat compared to the tail, since they are used less aggressively. They also have sparked a long-time tail-versus-claw meat debate.Regardless of what side you choose, it's easy to agree their versatile meat makes...
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mxdwn Interview: Anton Newcombe Discusses Latest Album, His Approach to Recording and Writing Music and His Affinity For the Suspension of Disbelief

Anton Newcombe, frontman for The Brian Jonestown Massacre, has an undeniable gift for creating music. The band’s latest record, The Future Is Your Past, absolutely demonstrates his ability to continually refine his craft. Before getting on stage in Seattle, WA, Newcombe shared with mxdwn how touring has been so far, his incredibly natural process of crafting songs, thought provoking realizations and much more. Not very many people can write a hit song, in entirety and off the cuff while in a hot
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9 restaurants on Treasure Coast offer decadent, mouth-watering duck cuisine on menu

Duck is a popular poultry because of its distinct, robust flavor and substantial meat. It can be roasted, seared, stewed, baked, braised or smoked.The skin turns crispy when cooked. It is hailed for its use in dishes such as Chinese Peking duck, French duck confit, Trinidad curry duck and Peruvian arroz con pato, or rice with duck.The fat is used to cook a wide range of different foods. Duck eggs, known for their rich flavor, are used in baking to create fluffier pastries.Here are some restauran...
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mxdwn Best New Artist of 2024: Interview With Esteban Flores On Slow Joy's Channeling Of Emotions In New EP & Musical Future -

mxdwn’s best new artist of 2024, Slow Joy, is the solo project name of Esteban Flores whose wistful lyrics are carried by a sound that is hard to fit into just one, or even a couple, of genres, creating his own unique corner of the industry that has seen him thrive. Flores’ 2022 release of Soft Slam gained him fans on TikTok and Spotify with supporters only increasing since.

We had the honor of interviewing Flores, a very down to earth musician who puts the feeling he is conveying in a song abo...
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Lakewood Park restaurants offer Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Southern, seafood, fusion food

The Lakewood Park area of Fort Pierce, just south of Vero Beach, is full of family-friendly residential neighborhoods and known for its Lakewood Park Regional Park.The 156-acre regional park offers recreational activities with gravel and grass trails through native for hiking, biking and birding. It also features athletic fields for soccer, football, baseball and softball, as well as lifeguarded pools, restrooms, picnic tables, a playground, pavilions and grills.Here are the restaurants that mak...
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Mark Lanegan's Noteworthy Solo Work, Collaborations and Covers

It’s no secret Mark Lanegan was a forerunner of grunge music. Universally known as the frontman for Screaming Trees and vocal collaborator in Queens of The Stone Age, Lanegan’s impact on the genre knows no bounds. The projects he created with these bands, and the many other collaborations that have defined his career will live on well past his unfortunate death on February 22, 2022. Lanegan’s beautiful creations are so plentiful that it may be easy to overlook how many solo projects he did and s
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Old Florida: 10 best bars in Vero Beach, Fort Pierce, Stuart, Jensen Beach, Sebastian

Old Florida-style bars have an allure that captures a specific time and lifestyle of the Sunshine State's past that was slower-paced, carefree and felt like everyone walked around sun-burned, in a bathing suit and flip flops, either freshly off a boat or covered in sand from the beach.While modern Florida may not completely emulate that same "je ne sais quoi," here are some Old Florida-like bars, one in each Treasure Coast city where applicable, including some that are less-obvious choices than...
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mxdwn Interview: Billy Howerdel Draws from Past Musical Inspirations on his Debut Solo Release, an Exciting New Direction from the Seasoned Artist.

Billy Howerdel’s new album, What Normal Was, distorts the area between guitar and synths to an optimum level. This cohesive record reflects the kinds of music that got him electrified as he grew up. Howerdel is in the throes of his tour and even with mishaps, he is thrilled to be playing the music that separates himself from previous work.

mxdwn: How has the tour gone thus far being that it is the first shows ever for this solo project?

Billy Howerdel: Well, it’s kind of a fast and furious pro
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9 restaurants that offer fish dip on the Treasure Coast

Fish dip is a staple of Florida restaurants, seafood markets and farmers markets, showcasing the Old Florida charm that comes with the state's roots in fishing.It typically is made with flaked smoked fish, mayonnaise or sour cream, citrus juice and seasonings such as Old Bay or paprika, and served with crackers and other popular dip-friendly foods.The most common fish used in fish dip include mackerel, wahoo, cobia, salmon, mullet, dolphinfish (mahi-mahi) and other whitefish.Here are some restau...
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mxdwn Interview: Marissa Nadler Talks Inspirations Behind New Radiations, Her Creative Processes, Recent Projects and Teaching -

Photo Credit: Alexander Cabrera

Marissa Nadler’s latest record, New Radiations, goes back to her core roots of simplicity, a slow burn, stripped-down album meant to be listened as a whole from start to finish. Each song tells a distinct narrative that is uniquely creative, but with a universal sentiment that is tied together by the fragile yet all encompassing soundscape she is known for.

Songs resonate when we relate to them. We all are trying to cope with something whether it be lost love, g...
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mxdwn Interview: The Kooks' Luke Pritchard Shares Never/Know's Inspirations, Purpose and Creative Process -

Photo Credit: Brett Padelford

While on the road from New York City to Washington D.C. for The Kooks’ North American “All Over the World” Tour, Luke Pritchard shared with mxdwn fascinating details behind the band’s latest album Never/Know. Not afraid to admit that The Kooks were in a sense, running away from the sound that catapulted them to the mainstream, Pritchard wanted to create an album that took them back to those early days as humble teenagers.

The mindset was to reconnect with the arti...
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Top 10 Moments At Black Sabbath's Back To The Beginning Show -

An epic 10-hour show dedicated to Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne dubbed “Back to the Beginning” took place at a sold-out Villa Park in Osbourne’s and the band’s birth town of Aston, Birmingham, England on Saturday, July 5. The farewell charity event saw the last performance ever from Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne whose advanced Parkinson’s disease has taken a toll on the icon who sang while seated on a delightfully gothic throne.

Tom Morello served as the musical director for the show and it...
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Top 10 Black Sabbath & Ozzy Osbourne Covers At Back To The Beginning Show -

An epic 10-hour show dedicated to Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne dubbed “Back to the Beginning” took place at a sold-out Villa Park in Osbourne’s and the band’s birth town of Aston, Birmingham, England on Saturday, July 5. The farewell charity event saw the last performance ever from Black Sabbath and Ozzy Osbourne whose advanced Parkinson’s disease has taken a toll on the icon who sang while seated on a delightfully gothic throne.

Tom Morello served as the musical director for the show and it...
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mxdwn Interview: Dani Filth Discusses Themes in The Screaming of the Valkyries, "Cooking With Music," Recent Music Videos and Creating Moods Through Music -

Cradle of Filth’s 14 studio album, The Screaming of the Valkyries, is an epic soundtrack that showcases the bands’ ability to “cook with music.” It is a balanced record that is sonically rooted in the sounds that have kept fans wanting more for over 30 years while still delivering something new, exhibiting how music that is true and comes from the heart will always reign supreme. Frontman Dani Filth shared with mxdwn over a recorded Zoom interview the meaning behind the album’s lyrics, creating...
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Grammys 2025 Recap -

The 67th GRAMMY Awards was held on Sunday, Feb. 2nd at the Cryto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The awards show brings together the most brilliant musicians from all different genres to celebrate their achievements and gifts.

However, this year Recording Academy CEO Harvey Mason Jr. also wants to add that it also will show how the power of music can help rebuild, uplift and support those in need. This year’s awards show has the added purpose of raising funds to support the Los Angeles wildfire relie...
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mxdwn Interview: Phantogram Shares What Latest Album, Memory of a Day, and What Having Each Other Means to Them -

Phantogram is a duo like no other. The symbiotic and respectful chemistry that lifelong friends Sarah Barthel and Josh Carter have is palpable in just one conversation. They have once again honed into the unique but diverse sound that Phantogram is known for in their latest album, Memory of a Day, which is emotional, raw, gritty, and beautiful.

The two knew what they wanted for this album from its inception, and also what they didn’t want from it every step of its journey to fruition. It is one...
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mxdwn Best New Artist of 2024: Interview With Esteban Flores On Slow Joy's Channeling Of Emotions In New EP & Musical Future -

mxdwn’s best new artist of 2024, Slow Joy, is the solo project name of Esteban Flores whose wistful lyrics are carried by a sound that is hard to fit into just one, or even a couple, of genres, creating his own unique corner of the industry that has seen him thrive. Flores’ 2022 release of Soft Slam gained him fans on TikTok and Spotify with supporters only increasing since.

We had the honor of interviewing Flores, a very down to earth musician who puts the feeling he is conveying in a song abo...
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Top 40 Best Albums Of 2024 (Album Of The Year) -

As 2024 comes to a close, the mxdwn staff reflect yet again on the music that has shaped the past year. Regardless of genre, it has become even clearer that AI is no replacement for individual artistic expression. A bot can churn out song after song of meaningless drivel but cannot replace the soul of a passionate musician. The albums below, in one way or another, represent the turmoil, joy and chaos of the past twelve months. They are complex, lyrically, sonically and culturally. They tell stor...
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Top 40 Best Songs Of 2024 (Song Of The Year) -

mxdwn’s 40 best songs of 2024 was put together over numerous hours of thoughtful devotion to our readers and staff. Organizing this list is always a difficult feat due to the copious amount of notable music released, but the songs that are chosen and their ranking reflects this year’s energy and sonic ingenuity across genres. 2024 was a unique year with its share of turbulence and breakthroughs, but on this comprehensive list there is a song that each can relate to acting as a mirror for their o...
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mxdwn Interview: Teemu Mäntysaari On What Joining Megadeth Means To Him, Musical Influences & Plans For The Band -

Teemu Mäntysaari, the Finnish guitarist known for his work with Wintersun and Smackbound, earned the opportunity of a dream—joining a band that you have long admired. Stepping into the role came naturally, which, after learning about how he conceptualizes, studies and appreciates music, comes as no surprise. Megadeth’s future will see Teemu’s creative hand in its new music and his chemistry with frontman Dave Mustaine means fans are in for a treat.

It was almost impossible not to be inspired as...
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mxdwn Interview: Pale Waves' Heather Baron-Gracie Shares Smitten Inspirations, Touring and Creative Process -

Pale Waves’ latest album, Smitten, is full of sincerity, skill and chemistry. It showcases the music they create best together and contains extremely vulnerable lyrics that allow listeners to connect and find solace.

It encompasses fun pop tunes and slower, loving songs that will have you reminiscing the times you may not want to remember and the ones you do. In an interview with mxdwn, Heather shared her inspirations behind the lyrics, creative processes and what she hopes fans gain from her m...
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mxdwn Interview: Infected Rain's Lena Scissorhands Discusses Latest Album, Band's Lineup Change, Lyrical Inspiration and Upcoming Tour -

Infected Rain’s latest album, TIME, is a musical journey that entails progressive and nu-metal sounds as well as seemingly heavier electronic elements that act as a second guitar to help guide the listener through each song. It even features a sitar and seemingly Middle Eastern-sounding elements that speak to Lena’s childhood. It hits hard when it needs to, while still containing some delicate aspects, and Lena Scissorhands’ (Elena Cataraga) voice truly shines during both.

Scissorhands is a hum...
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mxdwn Interview: Dustin Kensrue on his latest album, touring and inspirations behind the music -

Dustin Kensrue is notorious for being the frontman for Thrice, but his solo work is to be just as appreciated. Over the years, he has created two different spaces for his talent to flourish and they couldn’t be more different.

Kensrue’s goal for his latest album, Desert Dreaming, was to make an album with a varied palate, and he certainly hit the mark with this rich record. Throughout it, that classic Southern country instrumentation teems along with the sounds of the Southwest and those of the...
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mxdwn Interview: Of Mice & Men's Aaron Pauley Shares New Album's Emotional Background, Creative Process and Touring Experience

Of Mice & Men’s latests album, Tether, is a relatable creation of the emotions all too well known to the world as of late. The record is self-produced and highlights the more creative freedom of sound design elements compared to the previous album, Echo. Frontman, Aaron Pauley, shared with mxdwn specific inspirations, the development and ideas behind their song making process. With many tours dates scheduled for 2024, hearing Tether live will undoubtedly be an exciting and meaningful experience
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Grunge Most Defining Albums Nevermind and Badmotorfinger Turn 30

Nirvana shirts can still be seen walking around. The infamous poster of Kurt Cobain playing his guitar with a cigarette dangling out of his mouth is hung in almost every house, dorm and apartment on campuses nationwide. “Black Hole Sun” has made many appearances on different playlists and was also covered very recently on The Voice. Nevermind and Badmotorfinger have even shaped Gen Zers born several years after their releases, along with the millennials who loved and accepted them.

30 years ago
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Grammys 2024 Recap

The 66th GRAMMY Awards was held on Sunday, Feb. 4th at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles. The awards show brings together the most brilliant musicians from all different genres to celebrate their achievements and gifts. There were three new categories added to this year’s award show: Best African Music Performance, Best Alternative Jazz Album and Best Pop Dance Recording.

The 2024 nominees include SZA, with a leading nine nominations, Victoria Monét and Phoebe Bridgers of boygenius, with seve
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mxdwn Interview: Anton Newcombe Discusses Latest Album, His Approach to Recording and Writing Music and His Affinity For the Suspension of Disbelief

Anton Newcombe, frontman for The Brian Jonestown Massacre, has an undeniable gift for creating music. The band’s latest record, The Future Is Your Past, absolutely demonstrates his ability to continually refine his craft. Before getting on stage in Seattle, WA, Newcombe shared with mxdwn how touring has been so far, his incredibly natural process of crafting songs, thought provoking realizations and much more. Not very many people can write a hit song, in entirety and off the cuff while in a hot
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mxdwn Interview: Pixies' Joey Santiago Experiences Recording and Writing for Doggerel

Pixies have come out with their most evolved album yet, Doggerel. On this record, Joey Santiago contributes more than just his spectacular guitar playing- his talent writing lyrics and music. His exclusion from the headphone mix also allows the freedom to create his parts on the fly, adding his own special ingredient. The sprinkling of different genres that can be heard throughout the cohesive album is truly impressive and the band’s congeniality is something that should get fans electrified.

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mxdwn Interview: Filter's Richard Patrick Discusses New Album, Collaborations, Reunion with Nine Inch Nails and More

Richard Patrick has been the dedicated front man of Filter for the past 30 years. After a 7-year hiatus Filter’s new album, The Algorithm, hits ears on August 25. This record includes two sonic pleasures from a previous era, “Summer Child” and “Command Z.” Both are songs that Patrick worked on with Brian Liesegang for what was supposed to be ReBus, a follow up to Short Bus. It is also an album with a message and made for an array of moods. You can find a song on it to get pumped up for a party o
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mxdwn Interview: Bill Leeb on Delerium's New Album, Front Line Assembly History and Music's Past and Future

Bill Leeb has had a very long, successful career making different styles of electronic music and he is still going strong. He truly is a staple and inspiration whether you are a fan or not. Delerium’s newest album, Signs, is a must listen and Leeb puts it in his top three favorite albums he has been a part of. Many may not know that this album is dedicated to Dave Heckman, founder and president of Metropolis Records, who unexpectedly passed away. All of Leeb’s projects showcase his stunning abil
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Interview: Ben Barnes Details His Lifelong Passion For Music And Storytelling

Ben Barnes has decided to interject his acting career with a little music of his own. Barnes’ new album, Songs For You, features five soulful reminiscent songs that are sure to draw a solid fan base. Barnes’ love for storytelling, which is shown in his TV shows, has translated beautifully to his music.

mxdwn: What pushed you to start to do music?

Ben Barnes: I was always into music when I was very young. My dad was always blasting ’70s rock bands through the house: the Beatles, Rolling Stones,
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mxdwn Interview: Mckenna Grace Talks About Her Music and Acting Career, Inspirations and Aspirations

Mckenna Grace is well known for her almost lifelong acting career, but her angelic voice is just one other trait that desires attention. Just like herself, the songs she has released are candid, relatable and heartfelt. Mxdwn had the absolute honor of interviewing Grace, full of life and laughs, a multitalented beacon of light. She has acted alongside some of the most renowned people in the industry and now has been able to portray her own stories through music. At the young age of 16, she hopes
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Mark Lanegan's Noteworthy Solo Work, Collaborations and Covers

It’s no secret Mark Lanegan was a forerunner of grunge music. Universally known as the frontman for Screaming Trees and vocal collaborator in Queens of The Stone Age, Lanegan’s impact on the genre knows no bounds. The projects he created with these bands, and the many other collaborations that have defined his career will live on well past his unfortunate death on February 22, 2022. Lanegan’s beautiful creations are so plentiful that it may be easy to overlook how many solo projects he did and s
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Five on Friday, Where to Eat and Freelance Assignments 

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11 restaurants that offer oysters on the Treasure Coast

Oysters are renowned for their remarkable ability to filter water, which they achieve through filter feeding, ingesting phytoplankton and algae. This process also gives each type of oyster its own unique flavor, since their environment directly influences it.

Florida east coast oysters generally have a briny flavor, west coast oysters tend to be sweeter, and Gulf Coast oysters have a more mild and cleaner taste. Some are firm and chewy, while others are creamy and plump, depending on water temp...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Nov. 14-16.

You could go to a ballet performance in Vero Beach, a fall festival in Vero Beach, a manatee fest in Fort Pierce, a classic car show in Fort Pierce or a fundraising bed race in Stuart.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

Thanksgiving restaurants: 17 open Thanksgiving Day with s...
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8 restaurants that have boba tea, also called bubble tea, which originated in Taiwan

Boba tea, also known as bubble tea, is a popular tea-based drink made with tea, milk, sweeteners and tapioca balls. It's characterized by its variety of customizable flavors, unique texture, and distinctive appearance.

It can be made with green, black or even fruit teas, and can be prepared with dairy or plant-based milk. Typical sweeteners include brown sugar, simple syrup and honey. It is common to see menu flavors such as honeydew or matcha with a variety of topping options.

The drink gets...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Nov. 7-9.

You could go to a clambake in Sebastian, a mural festival in Vero Beach, a muster and music festival in Fort Pierce, a fall festival in Port St. Lucie or an air show in Stuart.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

Eve Pierpont is a freelancer for TCPalm who looks out for the best...
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7 restaurants and seafood markets that offer fresh stone crab claws during the season

Stone crabs can be found in coastal and offshore waters from North Carolina to Belize, but 99% of the landings in the United States comes from Florida.Regulations around harvesting stone crab claws have created a sustainable fishery and an increase in their population. Only certain-sized claws can be properly removed from non-egg-bearing crabs, which must be returned safely to the water.Florida's stone crab harvesting season opens Oct. 15 and ends May 1. During this time, diners flock to restaur...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Oct. 31 to Nov. 2.

You could go to a marine flea market, boat sale and seafood festival in Vero Beach, a trunk-or-treat festival in Fort Pierce, a fall festival in Port St. Lucie, a beer festival in Stuart or a trick-or-treating event in Stuart.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

Eve Pier...
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12 Treasure Coast restaurants with savory and some surprising nachos

Nachos are one of the most iconic dishes that have come from the U.S.-Mexico borderlands. The simple snack, consisting of crunchy tortilla chips and gooey melted cheese, can be enjoyed as an appetizer or a meal.Nachos' salty and simple flavor leaves room for the addition of an expansive list of toppings, making the food even more delectable. Variations have even transcended cultures with Greek, Irish, Italian and Asian fusions.Here are some restaurants that offer nachos, one in each Treasure Coa...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Oct. 24-26.

You could go to a Halloween costume contest and trunk-or-treat in Sebastian, a country music festival in Vero Beach, an Indian River Lagoon science festival in Fort Pierce, a Halloween event in Port St. Lucie or a Halloween celebration in Hobe Sound.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure...
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12 restaurants with best Philly cheesesteaks in Vero Beach, Port St. Lucie, Stuart area

Philly cheesesteaks, at their core, are hailed for their combination of beef, cheese and onions served on a hoagie roll. However, since their inception, which didn't include cheese, several variations have gained traction and debate.Whether the meat should be sliced or chopped, served with onions or no onions and the type of cheese used are all hot topics in the Philly cheesesteak realm.While ribeye steak is the preferred meat, ideally paired with provolone, American cheese or Cheez Whiz, nuance...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Oct. 17-19.

You could go to an Oktoberfest celebration in Vero Beach, a fall garden festival in Fort Pierce, a chili cookoff in Port St. Lucie, a fire fest in Hobe Sound or a rodeo in Indiantown.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

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11 restaurants with yummy tiramisu on the Treasure Coast

Tiramisu, which translates to "pick me up," is a classic Italian dessert consisting of layers of espresso-soaked ladyfingers and a mascarpone cream, mixed with eggs and sugar and topped with cocoa powder.

The mascarpone cream is rich and sweet with an airy texture that perfectly contrasts in flavor and taste with the slightly bitter, espresso-forward, spongy ladyfingers.

The fluffy, decadent dessert's texture and flavor are perfect as an after-meal treat, which is why it is enjoyed globally....
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Oct. 10-12.

You could go to a craft show in Sebastian, an Oktoberfest celebration in Sebastian, a fall fest in Fort Pierce, a Halloween event in Jensen Beach or a fall market and pumpkin patch in Palm City.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

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10 best restaurants on the Treasure Coast for tender, flavorful prime rib specials

Prime rib is a cut of beef from the cow's primal rib section, and the usage of prime in its name can get confused with the USDA grade of beef, which actually has no relation to the cut itself.Its iconic marbling, the white streaks of intramuscular fat throughout the meat, melts when cooked, moistening it from the inside and giving it exceptional tenderness and flavor.It is also known as a standing rib roast, which comes from how it "stands" in the oven on its rib bones. While it is especially po...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Editor's note: Port St. Lucie's Oktoberfest was canceled because of rainy weather.

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Oct. 3-5.

You could go to an Oktoberfest celebration in Vero Beach, an Oktoberfest celebration in Port St. Lucie, a fall festival in Port St. Lucie, a marine flea market, boat sale and seafood festival in Stuart or an estuaries festival i...
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9 restaurants on Treasure Coast offer decadent, mouth-watering duck cuisine on menu

Duck is a popular poultry because of its distinct, robust flavor and substantial meat. It can be roasted, seared, stewed, baked, braised or smoked.The skin turns crispy when cooked. It is hailed for its use in dishes such as Chinese Peking duck, French duck confit, Trinidad curry duck and Peruvian arroz con pato, or rice with duck.The fat is used to cook a wide range of different foods. Duck eggs, known for their rich flavor, are used in baking to create fluffier pastries.Here are some restauran...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Sept. 26-28.

You could go to a 5K run/walk in Vero Beach, a bacon and barbecue and fall craft fair in Port St. Lucie, a charity hermit crab race in Port St. Lucie, a plant expo in Stuart or a surf and skate competition in Stuart.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

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Schnitzel: 7 restaurants with the Central European dish on the Treasure Coast

Schnitzel is an authentic Central European dish consisting of a tender slice of meat that is pounded thinly, breaded and fried. It is most often associated with Austria and Germany.Veal (Wiener schnitzel) and pork are the most popular types of meat used, but it can be made with chicken, turkey, mutton or beef. It is served in a variety of different ways depending on which part of Central Europe inspired the dish.Here are some restaurants that offer schnitzel, one in each Treasure Coast city wher...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Sept. 19-21.

You could go to an Oktoberfest Celebration in Sebastian, an Italian Festival in Vero Beach, a symphony concert in Vero Beach, a 5K run/walk in Fort Pierce, a fall-themed party in Stuart or a bonus coastal cleanup event in Indian River and Martin counties.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Tr...
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Maine lobster: 9 Treasure Coast restaurants with the tender, flavorful cold-water dweller

Maine lobsters are known for their tender, sweet and rich meat — the product of the cold waters they call home because lower temperatures slow their growth and prevent excess salt absorption.A hallmark characteristic of the Maine lobster is its claws, which tend to provide more succulent meat compared to the tail, since they are used less aggressively. They also have sparked a long-time tail-versus-claw meat debate.Regardless of what side you choose, it's easy to agree their versatile meat makes...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Sept. 12-14.You could go to an open house and touch-a-truck event in Sebastian, a country music festival in Fort Pierce, a community award celebration in Port St. Lucie, an art exhibition opening reception in Stuart or a hat bar party in Stuart.Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.Eve Pierpont is...
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Lakewood Park restaurants offer Italian, Japanese, Chinese, Southern, seafood, fusion food

The Lakewood Park area of Fort Pierce, just south of Vero Beach, is full of family-friendly residential neighborhoods and known for its Lakewood Park Regional Park.The 156-acre regional park offers recreational activities with gravel and grass trails through native for hiking, biking and birding. It also features athletic fields for soccer, football, baseball and softball, as well as lifeguarded pools, restrooms, picnic tables, a playground, pavilions and grills.Here are the restaurants that mak...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Sept. 5-7.

You could go to an artists' meet-and-greet in Vero Beach, an oddities and art market in Fort Pierce, a tree giveaway in Port St. Lucie, a book fair and book swap in Port St. Lucie and a nighttime farmers market in Hobe Sound.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

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Pad Thai: 9 restaurants with popular Asian food dish across the Treasure Coast

Pad Thai is a widely popular dish consisting of rice noodles, a protein, pad Thai sauce, eggs, bean sprouts, peanuts, chives and lime wedges that artfully blends the five basic tastes of sweet, sour, salty, bitter and umami.

Stir-frying enhances the ingredient's natural flavors, aromas and nutritional value. This style of cooking also helps create an unrivaled texture, avoiding overcooking ingredients while keeping vegetables crunchy and infusing the noodles with the sauce.

All these character...
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Looking for fun things to do this weekend? Our Top 5 events on the Treasure Coast

Looking for fun things to do this weekend on the Treasure Coast?

Eve Pierpont has you covered with her Top 5 weekend events for Martin, St. Lucie and Indian River counties for Aug 29-31.

You could go to a skimboarding competition in Vero Beach, a Jimmy Buffett Day party in Vero Beach, a planetarium open house in Fort Pierce, a Highwaymen Art Show in Fort Pierce or a vintage car and motorcycle show in Stuart.

Here’s your Five on Friday weekend update for the Treasure Coast.

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TV & Movie Editorials, Listicles, Cast & Character Guides and "Everything We Know" 

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2024's Most Mesmerizing True Crime Docuseries

The true crime genre has skyrocketed in popularity, whether consumed via TV, movies, podcasts, books, or social media accounts.


We love engrossing ourselves in riveting narratives about the darker side of human nature.


Experts have devised numerous reasons why it captivates audiences, from loving mysteries to feeling accomplished from a closed case to general intrigue to wanting to understand the human psyche to just being fascinated by evil.

Regardless of why we crave these stories, w...
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Abbott Elementary: Ava Coleman's Finest and Funniest Moments

Ava Coleman is so much more than just the Abbott Elementary principal. She has said some of the show’s most iconic one-liners and has captivated fans’ hearts with her humor, capriciousness, and self-confidence, which does tend to become self-absorption.


Although her self-interest has led to some questionable decisions as an elementary school principal, we still love her. Why? because she is much more than her comedy and ego, as her unparalleled character development since the pilot episode ha...
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Stories of Strength: Powerful Depictions of Cancer on Television

Depictions of cancer on television have not always been the most accurate portrayals in the past.


Luckily, the tides have turned due to writers using experts as reference points to ensure characters diagnosed with cancer have genuine storylines with correct medical details in the fictional cancer narrative.


Not only is it dangerous to spread false narratives, but disseminating valuable information and raising awareness is vital.

Not all specialists agree that TV portrayals of cancer ar...
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13 Imaginary Eateries That Make Our Mouths Water

Some TV show restaurants know how to make food correctly and make fans wish they could get in their cars and order some delicious creations.


This eclectic mix of fine dining restaurants with Michelin Star dreams to TV show diners puts real-life restaurants to shame.


Whether the featured restaurant is the show’s center, the hangout spot for characters, a front, or a simple side story, these on-screen eateries will tantalize taste buds.

In no particular order, here are the top restaurants...
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The Best Sad Movies to Watch If You're In the Mood for a Good Cry

Sometimes, watching sad movies that make you cry is just what the doctor ordered. This is because they provide a cathartic release. The best sad movies evoke strong emotions and provide psychological relief, either by purging emotions or combating unresolved issues.


Regardless of the reason for seeking out this emotional journey, there is a wide array of heartbreaking stories that will get the job done if you’re in the mood for a good cry.


When it is time to cuddle up with your favorite bl...
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TV Characters Defined by Their Sense of Humor

It can be difficult to stand out as a character known for your sense of humor, given the fact that everyone has a different idea of what is funny.


There is your standard comedian who can tell a joke and think on their feet. Other times, the comedy comes from a certain type of stupidity where it is so dumb it is funny.


Some thrive because of their dry sense of humor or cynicism, and physical, witty, observational, self-deprecating, sarcastic, and satirical humor all have homes, too.

Ther...
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Fixated Females: 17 Duos Who Obsess Over Each Other

One of the best aspects of TV is watching relationships build, transform, and transpire, whether they are healthy or not.
Feuding females, frenemies, and gal pals glued at the hip seem to carry a magical essence in the TV world.
Some are so iconic they drive the show and make for the best scenes and audience draw. Here are 17 female duos who obsess over each other!
Laverne & Shirley first aired in 1976 and was a spinoff of Happy Days. It stars Penny Marshall (Laverne) and Cindy Williams (Shir...
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High Potential Season 1: Everything We Know So Far

That's correct. The big bird from FX hit comedy It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia, Kaitlin Olson will switch gears to become a detective!

Aside from Always Sunny, Olson is known for her way too short-lived comedy, The Mick.

During TV upfront week, ABC announced that High Potential is one of the network's two dramas slated for this fall.

On Olson's side will be her detective partner, Daniel Sunjata.

Sunjata is known for his roles as Paul Briggs on Graceland and Franco Rivera on Rescue Me.

Th
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The Age of the Renewed Limited Series: Is Network Execs' Fear of Commitment Bad For TV?

The concept of the limited series swept the TV world recently, and it felt like it happened overnight.

It is not an entirely new idea, as miniseries have existed since the time of radio dramas.

However, people lost interest in them at some point, and the era seemed to come to an end.

So much so that in 1991, the Emmy Awards merged Outstanding Miniseries with Outstanding TV Movie.

After numerous name changes to the category, the concept suddenly resurged -- the limited series was born.

With
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Abbott Elementary Season 4: Cast & Character Guide

The cast of Abbott Elementary has been working hard at Willard R. Abbott Elementary, but no one more than second-grade teacher Janine Teagues.

The main cast has remained mostly the same since the comedy's inception.

Quinta Brunson stepped in a different light as we saw her work in her new role as a temporary fellowship in the school district.

This gave Season 3 a little twist, following her trying to adjust to bureaucracy and her co-workers' happenings.

The cast brings mightier humor to our
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When Going Off the Rails Makes Excellent TV

When you think about shows that have gone off the rails, Riverdale, Dexter, Game of Thrones, How I Met Your Mother, or Glee usually come to mind.

The majority of the time, it isn't enjoyable. The digression can make for poor television.

However, there are certain cases where it makes TV gold.

Keeping an audience interested and on the edge of their seats can be challenging.

We want to be enthralled, but that comes with the fact that doing this means changing plots, characters, or many other f
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Vanderpump Rules' Post-Scandoval Season Was a Mess: Is It Time to End the Series?

Vanderpump Rules has given us over a decade of pure entertainment at its absolute finest. There is no argument there.

However, Vanderpump Rules Season 11 has left fans wondering if it is time to end the show.

It's a loaded question, no doubt about that. There are arguments for both sides.

Wasn't it the beginning of the end when Kristen and Stassi got kicked off, and the final page turned with Jax's exit? I mean, it was his show, right?

The show has gone downhill since the SUR servers and bar
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Carrie Preston's Long and Enjoyable Road to Lead Lady

Carrie Preston is an acclaimed actress, producer, and director. She has a long list of roles and projects but is most known for her roles as Arlene Fowler in the HBO drama True Blood and Elsbeth Tascioni in the CBS drama The Good Wife.

She won an Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her work on The Good Wife.

After The Good Wife, she played the same character in the Paramount+ spinoff, The Good Flight.

Now, with the expanding multiverse of The Good Wife, Preston has
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How Important is a Showrunner to a Series?

Showrunners are the creative visionaries of a series.

They might not be the original creators, but they cover all aspects of the creative elements, evolve the show's vision, and decide where the story and character arcs will go.

They run the writing rooms, head the development, hire writers, and ensure actors are kept happy and that the budget is not exceeded.

Series are usually a collective effort, with writers giving their thoughts, but showrunners have the final say and are essential.

Whe
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It's Time to Give Up on Euphoria Season 3, and That's OK

When Euphoria first aired, it set a new bar for teen dramas. Its cast is a mix of so many different characters with unique story storylines and personal struggles.

Each gave fans a different window into realities or a mirror to connect with.

It discusses addiction, sexual exploration, sexuality, domestic abuse, body image, first loves, heartbreaks, the ups and downs of friendships, and so much more.

The show has been awarded nine Emmys for its first two seasons, which is not an easy feat, and
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Ronnie Ortiz-Magro's Return to Jersey Shore Raises Questions About Safety and Abuse In the World of Reality TV

Ronnie Ortiz-Magro first experienced fame in 2009 when the original Jersey Shore reality TV show swept the nation.

The chosen cast members living in a shared house in Seaside Heights introduced fans to the GTL lifestyle that is now engrained in pop culture history.

MTV hit the nail on the head with the entertainment from Jersey Shore.

It was raunchy, "ratchet," and full of drama.

It turned away from the classy mold of a high-end reality series and focused on a group of Guido friends that cap
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Did Arizona Robbins' Return to Grey's Anatomy Hit Us In the Feels the Way We'd Hoped?

If there is one thing inevitable about getting attached to a doctor on Grey's Anatomy, you're toying with fire.

Numerous beloved cast members have come and gone from the hit hospital drama since it first aired in 2005.

One of those characters is Dr. Arizona Robbins (Jessica Capshaw), which fans saw the return of in Grey's Anatomy Season 20 Episode 4.

Dr. Robbins has undoubtedly had one of the most exciting story arcs in the show.

She played a pivotal and inspirational character during the ro
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The Shows That Best Depict Being a Gen-Z Teenager

Life as a teenager has drastically changed since technology's inception and the evolution of world views.

I am, admittedly, on the older side of Gen-Z. I only recently realized I was not technically a millennial, having been born in 1997.

This is mainly because being in high school for me (2012-2016) is worlds away from what being in high school looks like now.

It feels like the world switched right after I graduated high school, and I have experienced both the older and the younger side of t
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Lifetime True Crime Movies That Hit the Mark

Lifetime is known for its original 'Ripped From the Headlines' movies that retell the events that grip the nation and even the world.

If you have ever seen one, you know it can be challenging to get over the low-budget production and corny writing, but that's part of their addiction.

They tend to get filmed quickly, air quickly, and hire people looking to make a breakthrough acting debut.

However, the astonishing cases they feature are the ones that had a stranglehold over the media for their
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The Best Heist Movies on Netflix if You Don't Love Heist Movies

When looking for a heist movie, there is no need to go further than Netflix's diverse collection.

But what if you're not a fan of heist movies?

Whether you want an action-packed thriller, crime-comedy, a romantic twist, or you can't even stand the thought of a heist movie, Netflix has one for you.

From ancient artifacts to cash, to coins, to a drug lord's loot, no matter what the end prize, if it is valuable, you can bet a heist movie has been made about it.

The frustration of movie after mo
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What Happened to the Family Drama and What Does It Say About our Culture?

One thing is clear from a quick scroll through a cable TV guide or paying attention to the featured show commercials—the scarcity of family dramas.

Once that point is brought up, it's hard not to wonder what that says about our culture and society as a whole.

There was a time when families sat down and watched TV together.

Some of my fondest memories include watching Friday Night Lights and Gilmore Girls with my parents.

However, nowadays, the idea is becoming a foreign concept if the kids a
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Grey's Anatomy's Strangest, But Real, Medical Cases

There are many episodes to pick from when discussing the most surprising medical cases aired on Grey's Anatomy since its debut in 2005.

The fact that they can still even shock the audience after all this time is a testament to the writers, producers, and cast.

Even if these cases aren't dealt with at your local hospital or have happened more than once, the scariest part may be that they are generally based on real-world people and events.

Whether they are ranked for their rarity, uneasiness,
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All American Does These Things Better Than Friday Night Lights

It's almost hard to believe that Friday Night Lights premiered in 2006. Its "clear eyes, full hearts, can't lose" attitude will forever be a staple.

That said, there is no denying that All American has a way of doing things better than its predecessor.

All American is based on the real-life experiences of football player Spencer Paysinger, focusing on two different schools, South Crenshaw and Beverly High School, their students, families, and communities.

We tend to think that money brings ha
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The Summer I Turned Pretty Season 3: Release Date, Cast, Trailer & Everything We Know

The Summer I Turned Pretty is returning with more teen drama and summer fun for the star-crossed love triangle of Belly, Conrad, and Jeremiah.

The TV series first aired in June 2022 and is based on the book series written by Jenny Han of the same name, who is also the showrunner.

If you don't know about this show, check out our nine reasons you should watch The Summer I Turned Pretty. It's compelling stuff!

Isabel "Belly" Conklin, her mother Laurel, and her brother Steven have spent every sum
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