Lazaro Arbos has become this season’s Sanjaya Malakar. The Naples, Florida singer has defied the American Idol odds and has landed in last week’s Top Three. Arbos’ high placement may have pleased his fans but has frustrated and angered many loyal Idol followers. Ever since the Top 40, Lazaro’s vocals have gone down hill and […]
A Night at the Theater: Mary Poppins
April 10, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Everyone’s favorite nanny has flown into Kansas City. The 22nd longest-running show in Broadway history will enchant audiences of all ages for eight performances at the Music Hall. If longtime fans of the 1964 film think that this interpretation of Mary Poppins is purely based on the classic Disney film, they would […]
Jacob’s Eye On….Kansas City Film Fest 2013-The Films
April 9, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Tomorrow, film fans will congregate at the Alamo Drafthouse in Kansas City to see over 113 movies in a span of five days (April 10-14, 2013). Out of all the movies that will be shown at this event, here are several films that should be on any attendee’s viewing list: Heartland: […]
Catching Up With…Fit2Fat2Fit’s Drew Manning
April 8, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Two years ago, Utah-based fitness trainer Drew Manning began a journey to inspired people all around the world to get into shape. His excursion from fit to fat and back to fit again evolved into a successful fitness brand that includes a New York Times best seller and supplements and clothing lines. […]
The Six Reasons Why Fans Loved Planet Comicon 2013
April 7, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Fans had an incredible time attending Planet Comicon this year! As the last purchases are made and fans start to exit Bartle Hall, here is a countdown on the six reasons why fans loved attending Planet Comicon 2013. #6: Bartle Hall This was a great venue for Planet Comicon. It allowed the […]
The Top 10 Things to Do at Planet Comicon
April 5, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Planet Comicon starts tomorrow at Bartle Hall in Kansas City. In order to help participants have a memorable experience at Planet Comicon, jakes-take.com has 10 items that are a must for pop culture fans of all ages. #10: Star Wars Fans Unite! Ever wanted to join the Rebel Alliance or the Galactic […]
A Tribute to Roger Ebert (1942-2013)
April 4, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar The legendary and celebrated film critic Roger Ebert has lost his battle with cancer. Mr. Ebert was born in Urbana, Illinois on June 18, 1942 to Annabel and Walter H. Ebert. He slowly began to fall in love with journalism, when he attended Urbana High School during the late 1950s and wrote […]
Few artists stood out during Idol’s Rock Week
April 3, 2013 By
Tonight, CBS Television City was rocking! The Top Seven Idol contenders tackled some of rock music’s greatest anthems. To add to the pressure, guitar guru Orianthi backed the contestants. Who brought the house down? Who is in danger of leaving tomorrow night? Read on to find out… New Orleans’ native son Burnell Taylor kicked the […]
Jacob’s Eye On….Planet Comicon 2013
April 3, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar Fanboys and Fangirls will unite this weekend for Kansas City’s number one comic book and pop culture convention: Planet Comicon. For 13 years, this two-day celebration has brought out thousands of fans to mingle with some of their favorite creators and media personalities. “What I love about Planet Comicon is how amazing […]
New Music Releases: Week of April 1, 2013
April 2, 2013 By
By: Jacob Elyachar This week’s edition of New Music Releases focuses on The Band Perry’s latest studio album, Josh Krajcik’s debut and new singles from Chris Brown, Florida Georgia Line and 98 Degrees. Plus, I will introduce you to this week’s Artist to Watch: Arabella Jones. Pioneer by The Band Perry The Band Perry’s sophomore […]
