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By all standards, "Twilight" is a phenomenon. With best-selling books, merchandise flying off the shelves and now a new film that appears to have "hit" written all over it, why is "Twilight" causing such a stir? Perhaps it can be traced back to one of the main reasons the original Bram Stoker's "Dracula" was such a hit - the undying love story (literally).
Oftentimes, when a band takes the stage at a concert, the crowd will jump to their feet in excitement over seeing their idols in person, but rarely will the audience stay on their feet for the entire concert. Welcome to the world of rock gods Arcade Fire where the audience knows every lyric to their songs and dances joyously throughout the show.
In the sea of the often unnecessary drivel that is reality television, there are few islands of hope that actually have an important impact on people's lives. "Whale Wars" is one of those rare shows that dares to use its platform for a purpose, exposing the cruelties of whaling to encourage protection of these beautiful animals and their marine environment.
If you haven't seen Prince in concert, you are missing one of the best live performers to ever grace the stage. I was lucky enough to catch him at his Saturday, May 14 show at The Forum in Inglewood, Calif., and he tore the place to shreds with his kinetic energy, massive talent and infectious enthusiasm.
Each year, millions of Americans gather around their dinner tables with family and friends to give thanks for all the wonderful things going on in their lives, but at least one dinner companion is certainly not joining in on that gratitude - the turkey at the center of the table.
It is a rare day that we get to knock items off of our bucket list, but I did just that when I saw the incomparable Portishead in concert on October 18 at the Shrine Expo Center in Los Angeles, Calif., presented by KCRW. I remember the very first time I ever heard a Portishead song.
Don't lose hope. I know animal advocacy work can be heartbreaking and discouraging (so many animals are suffering, how do we save them all?), but your work is vital.
Since 1993, Los Angeles powerhouse radio station KROQ has assembled the coolest bands around to perform at its edge-of-summer rock-fest known as the Weenie Roast. That name says everything you need to know about this edgy and rambunctious affair, which prides itself on showcasing loud, hard rock music.
On NBC's "The Biggest Loser," trainer Bob Harper is the picture of excellent health, motivating morbidly obese Americans to take charge of their lives by putting an end to their destructive eating habits and sedentary ways. The results of the show are astonishing - contestants lose hundreds of pounds and they are given the necessary skills to maintain a healthy lifestyle.
Whoever came up with the idea to have these two emotive troubadours tour together was a marketing genius. David Gray and Ray LaMontagne have two of the most distinctive and recognizable singing voices on the music scene today, and seeing them back-to-back on September 8 at the Greek Theater in Los Angeles in concert was a delight to behold for both my fiancée and me.
On Animal Planet's "Whale Wars," every member of the Sea Shepherd Conservation Society that travels to Antarctica to stop the Japanese from whaling, bravely and selflessly pledges to Captain Paul Watson (the founder of Sea Shepherd) that he or she is willing to die for the whales.
KT Tunstall is officially now a rock star. In 2006, she won over our hearts with her softer folk songs on her breakthrough album "Eye to the Telescope," but with her third album, "Tiger Suit," she has emerged into a powerful, jamming rock goddess.
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Landing the lead roles in "The Twilight Saga" franchise shot Robert Pattinson & Kristen Stewart into superstardom, but what were their first breakout roles? Access reaches into our archives and unearths exclusive interviews, capturing these young, aspiring actors before the world knew them as Edward & Bella.
Isabelle prepares to hit the red carpet for her big "Orphan" premiere and Access is with her every step of the way. But, what will she do when Robert Downey Jr. wants to meet her?
Do Access movie fans Christopher Locke and Akiva Bottom get caught up in the Justin Bieber phenomenon from watching "Never Say Never"?
Novels
'Persimmon Takes On Humanity' is the thrilling first novel in 'The Enlightenment Adventures,' and for anyone who loved the intensity of 'The Hunger Games,' the social commentary of 'The Jungle,' and the heart of 'Charlotte's Web,' this will be your new favorite book.