Jake's Take on Entertainment & Pop Culture
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com And, then there were eight! Tonight, Rising Star’s top eight artists sang their hearts out for a coveted spot in next week’s semifinals! Who brought their A-game? Did the artists gain the five-percent … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com When Marvel Studios announced that the Guardians of the Galaxy would be given the Silver Screen, non-comic book fans stated: “Who the hell are the Guardians of the Galaxy?” The Guardians of the Galaxy are a … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com One film that I had been anticipating this summer is The Hundred-Foot Journey. Produced by Hollywood powerhouses Steven Spielberg and Oprah Winfrey, The Hundred-Foot Journey focuses on the story of Hassan … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Cherry Hill native Mighty Mark is tackling this week’s Five Question Challenge! The Baltimore club music producer and DJ bridged the gap between the intensity of Baltimore club music and the futuristic style … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, the second group of quarterfinalists competed for five spots in the Season Nine semifinals! Several acts rose to the challenge, others delivered disappointing performances and Juan Carlos became … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last week, America’s Got Talent returned to Radio City Music Hall! It was clear that a line had been drawn between contenders and pretenders as Baila Conmigo, David & Leeman, Dan Naturman, Miguel Dakota … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com For the past six weeks, stars were made or fell from grace because of your votes, America! Now, we are down to 13 acts. In order to make it to the Semifinals, each singer must perform for your votes. The … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a pleasure to welcome Orlando based band The Crazy Carls to Jake’s Take! Headlined by Alex Baugh (the group’s singer/songwriter/lead guitarist), The Crazy Carls’ catchy tracks and superb music videos … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is hard to believe that American Idol launched 12 years ago! Since Kelly Clarkson was crowned the winner of the inaugural season, talent competitions have been dominating ratings worldwide! I am proud to … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Last night, the first set of 12 acts took to the Radio City Music Hall stage as the first live Quarterfinals began! Some acts set the iconic venue on fire (Emily West, JD Anderson and Jasmine Flowers), while … [Continue reading]
