“Marriage of Figaro” continues Mad Men’s slow-paced start.
8.4/10
Mad Men S1E2: “Ladies Room”
Mad Men’s second episode leaves much to be desired, lacking the immediacy of the pilot.
8.4/10
Mad Men S1E1: “Smoke Gets in Your Eyes”
The first episode of Mad Men is perfectly content to take its time in that unparalleled Mad Men way.
9.1/10
The Sopranos S1E4: Meadowlands
The Sopranos’ fourth episode, “Meadowlands,” is the show’s most introspective hour yet.
The Sopranos S1E3: Denial, Anger, Acceptance
A slightly edited review of The Sopranos’ violent third episode.
Shitstopher Moltisanti
Pinpointing the Exact Moment Chris Defecates Himself in “Denial, Anger, Acceptance” The final scene of The Sopranos’ third episode, “Denial, Anger, Acceptance,” is a masterful ode to The Godfather, a thrilling conclusion that juxtaposes the sacred and the profane. Tony crying tears of joy at his daughter’s choir recital is a stark contrast to Christopher Moltisanti […]
The Sopranos S1E2: “46 Long”
Semi-updated and proofread review of The Sopranos’ second episode.
The Sopranos S1E1: “The Sopranos”
Music overheard in the first episode of The Sopranos
The first episode of The Sopranos set forth a musical precedent that every TV show now has to live up to.
Al Haig Trio – Al Haig
The best album from one of the more underrated founders of bebop.
Grade: A
The Music of 1954
1954 could be looked at as a turning point for modern music, especially in the realms of jazz and pop.
Top 10 Albums of 1953
The Top 10 albums of 1953.
