By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com One of my biggest heroes and inspirations is Barbara Walters! She is a huge pioneer in the journalism world. Without her, so many reporters and anchors such as Oprah Winfrey, Katie Couric, Diane Sawyer, Ann Curry and Lesley Stahl would not have the opportunity to enter the world of television news. […]
“American Idol XIII” reveals its Final Two
May 15, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, one of the greatest singing competitions of all-time celebrated its 500th episode. While I was expecting some flashback moments and touching in-house tributes from some of the show’s famous alums or judges (we missed you…Simon, Paula, Steven, Kelly and more), I was disappointed on how the production team handled […]
New Music Releases: Week of May 13, 2014
May 15, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Welcome to the latest edition of New Music Releases! This week, four of the biggest albums this year dropped, two of The Voice’s favorite family members debuted new singles and I review a single from a band that is going to top the charts! Xscape by Michael Jackson One of the […]
American Idol celebrates its 500th Episode!
May 14, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Hundreds of thousands have auditioned for a chance to change their lives forever! 11 of the biggest names in the entertainment industry (Simon Cowell, Paula Abdul, Randy Jackson, Kara DioGuardi, Ellen DeGeneres, Steven Tyler, Jennifer Lopez, Mariah Carey, Nicki Minaj, Keith Urban and Harry Connick, Jr.) granted thousands of tickets […]
Will Champlin, Jacquie Lee & Tessanne Chin return home as “The Voice” reveals its Final Three
May 13, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, The Voice: Season Six Final Five delivered a mix of spectacular and underwhelming performances! Tonight, America’s votes were tallied up and the show revealed its Top Three. Who made it to the finale? Which team(s) were eliminated from the competition? Read on to find out… After a performance from […]
Jake’s Take On…. Dolly Parton’s “Blue Smoke”
May 13, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Country music icon Dolly Parton is back with her first studio album in three years! Blue Smoke, Ms. Parton’s 42nd studio album, reflects on her nearly 60 years in the recording industry. “I wanted to do an album that showcases all the colors of my career,” said Dolly Parton. “I have […]
“Once Upon A Time” ends Season Three with a bang
May 11, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com When Once Upon A Time returned to the ABC airwaves this past March, there was sense of wickedness in the air. That was courtesy of Zelena, the Wicked Witch of the West. It turned out that the infamous Wicked Witch was Regina’s half-sister. Their mother, Cora, abandoned her as a baby […]
“American Idol XIII” reveals its Final Three!
May 8, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Tonight was the most crucial night for the towns of Farmington Hills, Michigan; Asheville, North Carolina; Slapout, Alabama; and Mont Vernon, New Hampshire. If Jena Irene, Caleb Johnson, Jessica Meuse or Alex Preston made it past this Results Night, they will receive a heroes’ welcome from their hometown! However, for one […]
The Five Question Challenge with Ronny Morris
May 8, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Ronny Morris is the latest artist to tackle The Five Question Challenge! The Danish singer-songwriter grew up outside of Copenhagen and began his fascination with music at a very early age. From there, his musical journey took him all around the world as he recorded and produced his debut album, Sweet […]
