Now in the twilight of his career, Hollywood veteran Robert Wise can look back with tremendous pride on a life in movies that has spanned six decades and more than 50 films. Today, Wise speaks nonchalantly about his remarkable life, an 83-year span studded with diverse motion pictures that have brought him numerous accolades.
Hollywood legend Wise to visit 'U'
"No feel-good scenes to bring it back / Just falling brick and broken glass," sings Son Volt's Jay Farrar on "Way Down Watson," from the band's latest record, "Straightaways." The song details the destruction of the Coral Court Motel in Farrar's native St.
Son Volt, Farrar to whirl into Detroit
Hoarse has come to rock. No gimmicks, straight up, no chaser. Motor City rock 'n' roll is here - and it's about time.
Hoarse, the power trio of guitarist/vocalist John Speck, bassist Robby Graham, and drummer Jimmy Paluzzi, formed its current lineup in our beloved Detroit in 1994. Hoarse whinnies home
Why do people go to concerts?
Do they go solely because of the music? Do they go only to see the performer up close and in the flesh? Or do they simply go just for the 'joi de vive' concert experience?Wizard of Moz: Morrissey hypnotizes Hill with eerie, evocative set
When you think of musical artists that have been around for more than 25 years, you most likely think of bands like the Rolling Stones and Aerosmith. People forget about David Bowie, who started back in the late '60s, and is going much, much longer and stronger now than ever (and I emphasize LONGER), as evidenced by his two sold-out epics at the State Theater in Detroit this past weekend.Long Bowie show mixes old with new
In contrast to many University professors who write novels set in upper-middle-class academia, English professor Jonis Agee writes of places further afield, where women drive pick-ups cross-country and hog farms abound.
"South of Resurrection" is the third in Agee's trilogy of novels, centered around three states in which she spent time growing up. 
Author Agee reads her 'Resurrection'
In his 25 years of recording and producing, George Winston has become one of the most accomplished pianists in America. He is currently touring to promote his most recent release, "Linus and Lucy - The Music of Vince Guaraldi," a recording of works by the legendary "Peanuts" composer.'Peanuts' pianist Winston performs benefit tonight
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