Jake's Take on Entertainment & Pop Culture
By: Jacob Elyachar In the final two days of 2012, many people will be reminiscing over the best that this year had to offer. I will be counting down the 20 best performances from competitive singing competition shows. For the first time ever, … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Recently, I introduced you to author Alana Muller in my first installment of the 5 Questions series. Alana is an impeccable master of networking and has shared her strategies for networking success in her debut book: Coffee … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Out of all of the albums that were released this year, there were only 12 records that made my Best Albums of 2012 list. The albums that I selected showcased impressive musicianship, strong vocal performances and amazing … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Do you know these characters? Spider-Man, Daredevil, Iron Man, the Incredible Hulk, the Fantastic Four, the X-Men and the Avengers These iconic superheroes would not have seen the light of day if it were not for the … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Warning! Major spoilers ahead! Four issues ago, a dying Doctor Octopus did the unthinkable and swapped minds with his legendary adversary: the Amazing Spider-Man. Trapped inside his longtime opponent’s decaying body, Peter … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar If there were an award for Most Valuable Player in the Kansas City entertainment industry, it would probably go to Ashton Martin. He is one of the city’s most popular and recognizable DJs that has gained a … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Country rocker Drew Six had a busy 2012! He performed across the Kansas City metropolitan area and released his new benefit single, “We Choose Livin.” Drew continued to captivate crowds through his strong vocals, impressive … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Tonight, X Factor’s final three: Carly Rose Sonenclar, Tate Stevens and Fifth Harmony will take the stage one final time to make their respective mentors: Britney Spears, L.A. Reid and Simon Cowell proud and to convince America, … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar While Nicholas David, Terry McDermott and Cassadee Pope prepare for the final round of competition on The Voice, I had the chance to catch up with season one quarterfinalist Jared Blake. Before he wowed the audience … [Continue reading]
By: Jacob Elyachar Several of the strongest vocalists on the planet gathered at the Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles to pay tribute to some of the legendary Divas of our time. After a quick pre-recorded message from Demi Lovato honoring the fallen … [Continue reading]
