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•3:08 PM
By Kevin Lawrence

A silver ring enhances your personality and if you purchase it as a gift for someone then it is the best option as it symbolizes your love, friendship, commitment and care. Among the huge variety of silver rings it is really a tough job to select the perfect one for you. A few things, if considered can help you to decide on and acquire the perfect silver ring;

First of all be sure that the store you're visiting provides you with sterling silver rings as the fake silver rings that may have nickel in them can be harmful to your skin if you are allergic. The fake silver can cause green or brown spots under your fingers. Such rings may be cheaper but they can affect your skin adversely. So be particular about the quality of the silver rings.

Search for a unique design of silver rings which are different as well as matches up with one's personality. One must not select the ring which is of an old design, actually one could choose from rings which are created from latest techniques which are fashionable as well as stylish. When old designed silver rings are combined with other materials could provide a different and a unique appearance. The silver ring could be implanted with the carved horns, wood pieces or else with few natural seeds which makes it appear to be elegant. Some of the silver rings have undergone contemporary techniques like dragon fill or filigree which provides finest results to these silver rings.

There is a big misconception that gold cannot be mixed with silver. Silver rings with touches of gold are easy to find and this only adds a rich look to the ring.

Examine the silver ring properly prior to buying them to check its coloring as well as cutting details. Such silver rings must be finely cut and evenly colored. Normally the defective rings are priced low for impressing or attracting the consumers with inferior prices; however, one must investigate everytime as to why the ring is priced low.

A reliable jeweler will provide you with a guarantee of the product. They may charge you a bit more than the other merchants but you should not save money at the sake of having no guarantee.

You even have a custom made ring. You can design it and have a jeweler make it for you in silver metal. This is what is usually done for wedding rings.

Silver rings could even be purchased online. Websites offer one with size charts which make the process of selecting easier.

With the above recommendations, you can make selecting the perfect silver ring easy.

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•3:03 PM
By Tobias Sterling

Whether novice or amateur, we have all experienced the same common frustrations. Perhaps you are taking a photo of snow on a bright day only the photo turns out too dark or perhaps you are photographing something in the dark, only the photo turns out too bright. So, why does this happen?

Most often, many camera owners falsely believe that they can simply turn on their camera, point and shoot and they will reproduce the scene they were viewing. However, this means your camera is in automatic mode which means it must make its decisions on proper settings for the photo.

Unless you are using a fully manual camera, your camera must make the decision as to how much light to allow the sensor to be exposed to. If there is too little light, the subjects of the photograph may appear almost invisible, also known as 'underexposed." In reverse, if there is too much light allowed, areas of the photo may be completely white, also known as "overexposed."

Cameras make these decisions on the basis that most scenes are comprised of equal parts of light and dark. This belief is referred to as 18% grey, however in some situations, this is not always the case.

To better explain, let's look at a common example: taking a photo of a polar bear in the snow on a bright sunny day. You are seeking the ability to reproduce the bright scene you viewed with your own eyes. However, most likely the bear and the snow will appear to be a dirty grey. The reason for this result is that your camera is utilizing its rule of thumb to determine shutter speed and aperture.

The reverse situation can be explained with an example of a dark photograph. Perhaps you wish to capture the magic of a dark street lit by streetlights. You are expecting a photo that is mainly dark with areas of illumination. However, because your camera is making decisions using its rule of thumb, you are more likely to have a photo that is brown in areas that should be black as well as having lighter areas that are white or overexposed.

To manage these situations, you will need to take over control of your camera. This means the camera will no longer be able to make its own decisions. One way to achieve this is to dial the 'exposure compensation' setting on your camera. A good rule of thumb to go by would be one stop forward for bright scenes and one dial back for darker scenes. An additional option is to turn your camera into manual mode. This will allow you room to play and experiment with settings as you view them in your LCD screen until you determine the exposure you are looking for.

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•2:44 PM
By Angela Allison

Take a look at some movie reviews we have prepared. To find a movie download site you need to do the right search. You can try to search a term like "Download Tv Shows", if you want some more, use "Download Movies" and "Best Movie Rental".

The Sellout: A small town newspaper editor (Pidgeon) finds himself in over his head while he tries to get the goods on corrupt sheriff Gomez. Cast includes Walter Pidgeon, John Hodiak, Audry Totter, Paula Raymond, Cameron Mitchell, Karl Malden, Everett Sloane, and Thomas Gomez. (83 minutes, 1952)

Just Ask for Diamond: A very witty, if occasionally funny, detective in reference to the younger brother of a dumbbell detective and the puzzle enclosed in a box of candy. Cast includes Susannah York, Patricia Hodge, Roy Kinnear, Michael Medwin, Peter Eyre, Nickolas Grace, Dursley McLinden, Colin Dale, Bill Paterson, Jimmy Nail, and Saeed Jaffrey. (94 minutes, 1984)

The Singer Not The Song: An unconventional, slothful yam set in Mexico engaging clash of Catholic minister and local bandit to command the town, with Demongeot in love with the clergyman. Cast includes Dirk Bogarde, John Factories, Mylene Demongeot, and Eric Pohlmann. (129 minutes, 1961)

Signs of Life: An old boat making business in Maine closes its doors, and the workers, young and old, who've spent their lives there, try to decide out what to do next. Cast includes Arthur Kennedy, Kevin J. O'Connor, Vincent Phillip D'Onofrio, Michael Lewis, Fellow Bridges, Kate Reid, Kathy Bates, Mary-Louise Parker, and Georgia Engei. (91 minutes, 1989)

It's the Rage: The lives of a group of seemingly distinct individuals are connected by personal problems which lead to resolutions with guns. This loud satire of individual and cultural brutality gets worse as it goes along, regardless of the attempts of an excellent cast. Cast includes Joan Allen, Jeff Daniels, Andre Braugher, Gary Sinise, Josh Brolin, Robert Forster, and Anna Paquin. (97 minutes, 2000)

Down in the Delta: With her life a mess and essentially no desire to work, lone mother Woodard boards the bus with her 2 kids to spend the summer in the Mississippi Delta, living with family members and working in their restaurant. Episodic drama recoups from awkward start to better points for utter likability. Woodard beams and Freeman gives one of the best acting jobs of his career. Cast includes Alfre Woodard, Al Freeman, Jr., Wesley Snipes, Mary Alice, Esther Rolle, and Loretta Devine. (111 minutes, 1998)

After the Rehearsal: Fuller returned to film making after a long hiatus with this lucid, autobiographical account of a particular infantry battalion and its courageous sergeant during WW2. Difficult to imagine that one film can pile so much into its narrative, an very rich, moving, practical, and poetic film. Carradine depicts and plays Fuller's doppelganger, complete with cigar. Cast includes Erland Josephson, Ingrid Thulin, Lena Olin, Nadja PaJrnstjema-Weiss, and Bertil Guve. (112 minutes, 1984)

It Started With a Kiss: An airy comedy in reference to crazy Reynolds and her Army officer spouse Ford, trying to make a go of marriage. The film is set in Spain. Cast includes Glenn Ford, Debbie Reynolds, Eva Gabor, Fred Clark, Edgar Buchanan, and Harry Morgan. (104 minutes, 1959)

Irreconcilable Differences: A bittersweet comedy of a young couple that wed and found success till prosperity in Hollywood causes them to lose sense of what's seriously vital in their lives. The outcome is that their 10 year old baby girl sues them for divorce! Cast includes Ryan O'Neal, Shelley Long, Drew Barrymore, Sam Wanamaker, Allen Garfield, Sharon Stone, and David Paymer. (117 minutes, 1984)

Did you know you can find tons of movies online that you can download? You should make some queries with search terms like "Full Length Movie Downloads" or "Download Unlimited Music" to find more info on downloading movies. If those fail you try "Best Movie Rental".

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•2:35 PM
By Neil Baulch

There have been plenty of cars that have graced the roads over the years, but few of them have the reputation that Volvo cars have. For this very reason, they have become more and more popular. With money being tight for many families, they need their car purchase to last them a decade or more and this is the perfect car to do just that.

When it comes to durability, no other vehicle is as synonymous as the Volvo cars. They were made to be nearly indestructible and they lived up to that. Many old cars are still running today. Even the cars that are not on the road any longer will not have an owner that will say anything but good things about the car that served them so well for so many years.

When people own a Volvo, they know that they are buying a car that will not have to be replaced anytime soon. Instead of getting rid of the car, it will often just get handed down to one of the children. Then they go out and purchase a new Volvo to take the old one's place. This is because these people are totally dedicated to this car.

Once you drive Volvo cars, no other car is going to be the same. Not only are they durable, but they are also very drivable. One of the problems with most cars that are built to last is that they can be hard to handle.

The same cannot be said about Volvo. They are very user friendly and they do not have issues with stability on the road. The car also handles like a dream which is another reason that people love them so much.

There is no denying that times are tough these days and people are looking to squeeze every last dollar out of their automobiles. Do you want to buy from a company that is known to break down as soon as the last payment is made or do you want to hand the keys over to your child in 10 years or so? When you look at it like that, the decision in not very hard to make.

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•2:32 PM
By Tim P Travers

For sun-starved Brits and Europeans the awful winter weather has never been something to look forward to. When autumn arrives, they already start dreaming of getting away to a destination of sun, and sand, sea and surf. There is no better option for such a sun seeker than the various Sharm el Sheikh holiday deals on offer every year.

Located on the southern most point of the Sinai Peninsula, Sharm El Sheikh offers something for all tourists no matter what their age or interests. Whether you are keen on diving, shopping, or simply lazing on a beach, you will not be disappointed. Its position on the edge of the Red Sea results in a beautiful climate year round.

The main beach in Sharm el Sheikh is Na'ama beach, situated just north of the town. Here you will find all the tourist amenities you could ever want. Many of the luxury hotels, like the Four Seasons and the Ritz Carlton, have private beaches with chairs and shades, and yes, you will even find bars here! (Remember Egypt is a Muslim country)

When you feel like a break from exploring the clear warm waters you can check out the many shops for souvenirs and bargains. Let's not forget the numerous nightclubs and casino's that you can visit to let your hair down throughout the evening.

In town you will find numerous markets selling leather products and pottery created by the local people. There is also a modern shopping mall with boutiques and jewelry stores.

Sharm el Sheikh is of course a mecca for divers, with beautiful coral reefs a short boat trip away. There are also secluded diving spots where you won't be surrounded by hordes of other divers. There are numerous Sharm el Sheikh holiday deals available from various operators in the UK and Europe, to suit any pocket.

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•3:30 PM
By Crystal Jennings

Inspired by contemporary motorsports, Need for Speed: Shift guarantees a real and authentic driving experience. Created by fellow racers, Need for Speed: Shift is a haven for racers. You will really a get a genuine immersion in its one-of-a-kind driving experience.

Some features incorporated into the Need for Speed: Shift may not necessarily be what you expected. How it combines fictional tracks and real-world races is indeed commendable. It promotes officially sanctioned races. The cars used in the game are also similar resemblance of actual car models showcased in numerous showrooms locally and internationally. Specific details of the car models used are also portrayed accurately.

The 3D, car and gaming physics also take a more realistic approach. The excitement of the game also gets stronger as in some stages of the game, the players are still required to unlock or earn their cars before they will be allowed to take these cars for a drive. The short attention span racing is another innovative approach introduced in Need for Speed: Shift. The Driver Profiles included in the game also acknowledge the high stakes involved in the short races. Your aggression and your precision in driving will be determined in your Driver Profile. Regardless of what driving style you will use, you can still earn points.

The 3D, car and gaming physics are implemented using a more realistic and convincing strategy. The requirement of unlocking a car before a player gets to drive that car further strengthens the momentum and intensity of the game. Short attention span racing and the high stakes in short races are also taken into consideration in Need for Speed: Shift. The Driver Profiles are particularly designed to assess whether you are using an aggressive or a precise driving style, which can still earn you points either way.

The Quick Race mode is another alternative to the short attention span racing mode that would make the race more suitable to your preferences. Track models are also exhibited using a realistic approach in this video game.

Certainly, Need for Speed: Shift will end up as an apple of the eye for all racing fanatics.

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•3:26 PM
By Martin Bliss

I'm in love with Mario Kart Wii. There, I said it. This game has gotten the best of me, and I've been addicted to it for well over a year now. It's crazy to admit the truth, but I don't see myself letting up on this game any time soon either.

I'm not joking when I say that my grandfather came over and played this game, and won his first race! It was on the easy level, but still, it goes to show just how easy it is to pick something up like this.

As far as the reasons for praising this game so much go, if you've ever played any Mario Kart game, you know how addicting and fun it can be. This game will remind you very much of any other Mario Kart game you've played, but the kicker is the technology.

Using a wireless wheel, you can literally steer your cart as you would with any regular cart. The challenges are limitless and the accuracy is downright scary.

There are so many different boards and race tracks too. With all kinds of little add-ons, the scenery is beautiful and the tracks are really intricate. With plenty of shortcut opportunities, it'll be a while before you fully master this track. I must mention the online mode too.

By playing against people from all around the world, you can wirelessly connect online and join a race with up to 12 other cars within minutes. This is endless fun and I find myself racing for hours. The ranking system keeps me coming back for more.

The ranking system is great in the sense that it really lets you know how good you are compared to other people out there. This feeds right into my competitive spirit and makes things a lot of fun.

This is the best game I've ever bought for my Nintendo Wii, and possibly one of the best video games I've ever played.

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•3:11 PM
By Jenny Bale

If you are thinking about getting married in Essex County, you'll find that there are many great wedding venues Essex County provides. Essex County offers more than one hundred venues that are licensed for civil ceremonies. Among those choices are many beautiful locations that would make your wedding ceremony extra special.

The Tudor Manor House at the Marygreen Manor Hotel has ceremony rooms available that can accommodate up to 125 guests. They provide catering and there are suites available at the hotel for the bride and groom or their guests who need overnight accommodations. Marygreen Manor is located in Brentwood.

A wedding ceremony performed at the Hedingham Castle in Braintree would be ideal for history buffs. King Henry VIII and Queen Elizabeth I were once entertained on these very grounds. To really get into the historical mood, you can have a wedding with a medieval theme. There are plenty of places on the grounds where you can get great outdoor shots when it comes time for your wedding pictures.

Just out of Ongar you will find the Mulberry House Hotel and Conference Centre. You can enjoy a relaxed atmosphere at the hotel, which has 22 acres of grounds that are all landscaped to perfection. There is also a lake on the grounds that would make an excellent background choice for your photos.

Blakes Golf Club of Epping offers accommodations for up to 260 guests for both the wedding ceremony and the reception. Their chefs can provide catering of anything from a buffet-style meal to a formal four-course meal. The staff at Blakes will help you book the photographers, florists and entertainment that will make your special day even more perfect.

These Essex County wedding venues all provide an elegant location for your wedding ceremony along with excellent cuisine for the guests at your reception. No matter which one you choose, you are sure to have a wedding full of memories that you will treasure forever.

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•2:41 PM
By Benjamin Smith

UK is definitely one of the most beautiful states around. And how perfect would it be to celebrate your wedding there? Just what a lot of women dream of! More than the gorgeous wedding gown and fresh flowers for your wedding bouquet, equally as important is choosing from a wide range of wedding venues.

So let's get started now!

Planning a wedding may not always be as easy and fancy as what you read in fairy tales. It requires careful outlining while you make a lifetime decision and commitment. Indeed, it is a joyous experience to the persons involved but it can also be very assiduous as you try to organize every single detail of the event while watching closely on the wedding date.

The first thing a couple has to look into in planning a wedding is the venue for exchanging their vows, which is the highlight of the event. More than the beauty of the place, what one needs to know in choosing a venue is the price and the number of people it can accommodate.

Some of the most renowned wedding venues in UK are the Clearwell Castle in Britain and England's St. Audries Park, Leez Priory, and Gosfield Hall. If you have as much as 60 guests, this place is perfect for you! One can exclusively book one of these grand houses for as low as ?5000 (plus VAT) along with floral decorations, three-course sit down meal with late evening buffet, welcome drinks, 30 bottles of house wine, sparkling wine for the speeches, a DJ and disco!

But if you want to keep your wedding as intimate and inexpensive as possible without compromising elegance, the Westminster Register Office in London and British Airways London Eye are just right for you! With prices ranging from ?43. 50 to ?250 and ?1700 to ?2000, respectively, you get to celebrate your wedding in one of the most popular and romantic wedding venues in the United Kingdom.

Beyond all the glitz and glamour of your wedding party, the most essential meaning of matrimony is not how expensive your dress or venue is, but how much you value your partner to keep an enduring marriage.

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•2:29 PM
By Aaron Hu

This fall one of the hottest party themes will be based on the second installation of the Twilight series, New Moon. The series tells the trials and struggles of Bella Swan and her lover Edward Cullen who happens to be a vampire. In New Moon, Edward becomes aware of the danger to Bella's life that comes with her being so close to his world. He leaves Bella who is devastated and tries to move on with the help of her friend Jacob Black. However the world that Edward tried to protect her from come back for her and exposes a secret that Jacob has yet to reveal to her.

The books were already extremely popular and with the release of the movie adaptation of New Moon, there will all sorts of birthday parties, Halloween parties, and release parties that will be based on the New Moon story. However, the key to setting any such party apart from all the rest will be unique and one of kind New Moon party favors. If you are planning a New Moon party of your own, here are some great suggestions to help you get started.

New Moon is the first book in the series that introduces werewolves or to be more accurate shape shifters who can turn into wolves. There a lot of wolf and werewolf themed favors that you can give. One great idea are New Moon dog tags. Try to look online to see if you can get dog tags customized with the pictures of characters from the movie such as Bella, Edward, or Jacob. You can also give more edible favors such as candy or chocolate. A great idea is to make a candy version of doggy kibble or dog biscuits. Of course make sure that they are suitable for human consumption. This and other wolf themed favor ideas are great ways to help add a unique touch to your party.

You can also draw inspiration from the book. The book has a lot of interesting details that can be used to your advantage to find excellent and unique favors. For example, the history of the werewolves in New Moon is tied to Native American legend. A great idea is to try to shop for wolf themed native American items that you can use as favors. You can even use the designs as decals on more customizable favors for New Moon. Another great book idea is based off the the Volturi, the rulers of the vampire world based in Italy. You can try to find unique renaissance themed vampire favors that will be sure to be a hit with Twilight fans at your party.

Of course you can use merchandise from New Moon as party favors. There has been a lot of heavy advertising in anticipation for the release of the movie. This goes beyond buttons or posters. You can find themed candy tins, figurine, and other unique merchandise that you can use as favors. The truly rare one will only be found on the internet so make an effort to look for websites that are selling them. If you can find them they will become the hottest party gifts at your event and definitely become collectors' items for those of your guests who are hardcore fans. That is how you will set your Twilight party apart from the rest.

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•4:51 PM
By Ellie Evergreen

This Holiday shopping season is interesting because it is happening after the economy has experienced a serious recession. This means that there are many opportunities and challenges for families. Many will have experienced a reduction in their pay or experience one spouse or another losing a job. However, many companies will be desperate for customers so they will slash prices to make their merchandise more affordable. For toys in particular there are some interesting trends reflecting this. Here are some of the affordable toy trends to look for.

This holiday season look for some old toys to make a huge comeback. The reason why some toys are classics is that they have a proven track record in good times and bad. A great example is popular board games like Monopoly and Clue. There are also toys brands such as Barbie that continue to sell. Also look for hot toys from previous holidays such as Bop It or Nerf Guns. Also be warned, Elmo like other Christmases will still be popular so try to order it in advance or online to avoid crowds.

Look for toys from popular movies to still be a big trend. With the release of a popular Wolverine Movie, GI Joe and Transformers, look for toy lines associated with these movies to be still in demand this Christmas. These are sure to be high on your child's wish list especially if they are younger and have some of the toys for these franchises already.

Learning toys are also going to be big. It is natural as a parent that you want to know that you are making an investment in what you are buying for your kids. There are plenty of learning toys and software that will be high on shopping list from brands such as Leap Frog, Fisher Price and Vtech. The toys that work as video game console will be really popular since they will allow children to play and learn different concepts such as counting and reading.

Look for video games and consoles to be within the reach of more families this year especially if they budgeted for it. In order to keep demand up Sony, Nintendo, and Microsoft have reduced the prices on their game consoles. Also look for games to be at more affordable prices as well. This is great because if you already have a game console at home then you can save money by just buying accessories or games.

Toys that encourage personal creativity will also be in high demand. There are toys that allow your children to make their own snack such as easy bake or even make their own music such as the Radica Ucreate Music Mixer. The appeal of these toys is that their amusement factor relies largely on your children's imaginations so you can be sure of long term use.

Something you can do to make the holidays more special for your children is to give them something that will help them believe in the magic of Christmas. You can give them a personalized letter from Santa. Each of these letters will mention your children's good deeds and wishes for Christmas. They can be made even more authentic with a post mark from the North Pole and Santa's Signature. This will be something that can become a family memento for years to come.

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•4:38 PM
By Ross Everett

Alexis Arguello, one of the greatest boxers to ever compete at 130 pounds, was found dead in his Managua, Nicaragua home in early July of an apparent suicide. He was 57 years old. Arguello was found with a gunshot wound to his chest, but his high political stature in the country meant that an investigation would be forthcoming to verify that it was indeed self inflected. Arguello was the mayor of Nicaraguas capital city at the time of his death.

Arguello is best known to fight fans for his epic battle in 1982 with Aaron The Hawk Pryor when he moved up in weight after dominating at lighter weight classes. Though Arguello would lose via 14th round knockout (amid some controversy due to an apparent mystery drink offered to Pryor by his trainer Panama Lewis) it was a thrilling toe to toe battle that even the most knowledgeable boxing experts remember fondly to this day. Promoter Bob Arum offered these thoughts on Pryor/Arguello:

"It was a brutal, brutal fight. That was something I will never, ever forget as long as I live. That was one of the most memorable fights I ever did."

While the first Pryor fight may have brought him the most mainstream notoriety, boxing cognoscenti are aware that Arguello is arguably the best lightweight and junior lightweight in the history of the sport. Arguello never lost a fight at 130 pounds and would end his career with an astounding 82-8 record with 65 knockouts and championships in three different weight classes. At the time, he was only the sixth man in boxing history to hold title belts at three different weights.

Ironically, Arguellos career didnt get off to a good start and he lost his debut in 1968 via first round TKO. After that, he seldom lost again and would go on to be respected as one of the best pound for pound fighters of his day. He was at his best against his toughest adversaries including Ray Mancini, Bobby Chacon and Ruben Olivares. Bob Arum remembered him not only as a great fighter, but as a great man:

"Not only was he one of the greatest fighters I've ever seen, he was the most intelligent fighter. He was a ring tactician. Every move was thought out. And he was a wonderful, wonderful person."

Arguello was also very quick to remind younger fighters on their responsibility to the sport and how champions should conduct themselves. Here's he speaks of his attitude toward his opponets:

Of course after the fight you want to make sure that youre okay and so is the other guy, its a brotherhood in there, so you want to make sure everyone is okay after the war is over.

Arguello didnt fight for his first title until hed had 58 fights, and would frequently admonish boxers who didnt show the same respect for the sport or their status as champion:

When you won that title you should know now that you are representing a whole country or nation with your actions and you are now in a glass house or under a microscope and you better be ready to make your people proud.

Most importantly, Arguello loved boxing and sought to protect it from those who would undermine its greatness:

I respect boxing because it has given me so much and thats why I will never allow anyone to mistreat the sport of boxing if I can help it.

While the modest, dignified Arguello would never say it himself he also gave back immeasurably to the sport of boxing with his grace, intelligence, talent and toughness.

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•3:58 PM
By Ross Everett

The Green Bay Packers didn't do a good job protecting their quarterback last Sunday, but against the lowly Detroit Lions it didn't really matter. Packers' QB Aaron Rodgers was sacked five times, but Green Bay used a big first half offensive outburst to coast to a 26-0 NFL victory over the Detroit Lions. Rodgers threw two first half touchdown passes which was complimented by four Mason Crosby field goals as Green Bay improved to 3-2 on the season. The Lions slumped to 1-5 with the loss.

NFL football betting enthusiasts who backed the Packers as -14 home dogs easily cashed their tickets with Green Bay's third pointspread cover in five games. Detroit slipped to 2-4 against the spread.

In the victory, Packers' receiver Donald Driver passed Sterling Sharpe for first place on the franchise reception list. Sharpe finished his career with 596 receptions, Driver now has 602. After the game, he talked about the accomplishment:

"It couldn't it come in a better place -- at home in front of the fans I've played in front of for so many years. It feels good. Now I just have to wait on Sterling to call me and congratulate me."

Despite the convincing victory, cornerback Tramon Williams wasn't happy with the relatively narrow margin:

"It feels like a 50 to zero game, but we didn't quite get there. I felt we should've put more points on the board."

For the Lions, their quarterback woes continued. Matthew Stafford is already out indefinitely with an injured knee, and against Green Bay backup Daunte Cullpepper injured his hamstring in the third quarter and was replaced by the Lions' third string quarterback Drew Stanton. Cullpepper is now listed as 'questionable' on the official NFL injury report. After the game, he talked about Detroit's lack of offense:

"It's very disappointing, very frustrating. It's embarrassing to me not to be able to move it on the field and get points on the board. We've got to figure out a way to do that, simple as that."

The Packers will play on the road this Sunday, heading to Cleveland to face the Browns. Green Bay will host the Minnesota Vikings the following Sunday followed by a trip to Tampa Bay on November 8. Detroit has a bye this weekend and will return to action as they host the St. Louis Rams on November 1. They'll play their next two on the road, with games in Seattle and Minnesota.

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•3:55 PM
By Jimmy Salvato

Are you into rap or hip hop music? Have you ever dreamed of making your own rap or hip hop beats? Then you might have probably thought of numerous Rap Beats Instrumentals and you might have wished there was a way to record them. In fact, you could have already went online and looked up different websites in search for rap beats that closely match those playing inside your head.

However, it can be frustrating when you cannot find the kind of rap beats you were looking for. It helps to have your own studio so you can freely record your rap beats instrumentals but having one can cost you a fortune. If you think that your dreams of becoming a rap producer are dim, you should not lose hope. There are lots of downloadable software that can help you generate and record your own rap beats.

Once you already have a beat making software, the next challenge you will need to face is conceptualizing and arranging your rap beats so they would sound catchy and almost, if not, professional.

There are lots of first time rap beat producers who do not really have an idea of how to make rap beats. In reality, rap beats are relatively easy to structure. All you need is a reliable software or program that can help you generate and save beats.

There are some major points that you will need to remember when making rap arranging rap beats. Hi hats or cymbals typically provide the overall backbone of the rap beats instrumentals. With this said, you should understand that they determine the timing of the track. Once you have laid out the timing through the cymbals, you can already add fills and patterns using other instruments. You can also add extra sounds so you can better define the mood or theme of your rap beats.

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•2:15 PM
By Dove Lyle

Choosing the right tire for your specific application can be a tough process. To help with your selection, we've compiled a list of the most popular Maxxis ATV and motorcycle tires along with their intended application.

Maxxis ATV Tires

The Bighorn ATV Tire is one of the most popular Maxxis tires. This ATV tire features large widely spaced lugs allowing you to traverse rocky desert terrain with ease. This is a 6 ply Maxxis tire for maximum puncture resistance. Sidewall lugs also help to protect the sidewall and your wheels.

The Maxxis Mudzilla ATV Tire is (obviously) geared toward mud riding. This is also a 6 ply Maxxis ATV tire and features a unique rubber composition for longer wear. For more budget friendly mud Maxxis tires, check out the Mud Bug.

Lastly, the Maxxis Razr tire is well-suited for intermediate terrain. This is a favorite tire among racers. This tire features, smaller closer lugs for maximum traction in versatile dirt conditions. If you are looking for a high quality replacement for your OEM tires, this is it.

You can expect to spend in the neighborhood of $150 for a high quality ATV tire. Be sure to shop around for the best price as they vary quite a bit. Additionally, you can usually find good deals on Maxxis tires online.

Maxxis Motorcycle Tires

For dual sport applications, you'll want to look at the M series Maxxis tire. These have a unique compound to give you performance both on and off-road. For an off-road use Maxxis tire, you will be choosing from the following: IT, HT, ST, and CI series tires. Of this group, the IT is the strongest tire and is designed for the varied conditions. The HT is a hart terrain Maxxis tire and the ST series Maxxis tire is designed for soft sand and mud riding.

Lastly, the CI series Maxxis tire is designed for intermediate terrain. This is the best all-around Maxxis motorcycle tire and a good OEM replacement tire.

There are 5 different types of street Maxxis motorcycle tires. The Supermaxx tires are designed for speed and performance. These are great sportbike tires. Classic and Promaxx are intermediate tires offering a good balance of wear and performance. Touring Maxxis tires are built with heavier bikes in mind. These are great for cruisers.

Although Maxxis tires are moderately priced, it is important to shop around before purchasing. You can usually find good deals on Maxxis tires online.

Lyle Dove is an avid motorcyclist who enjoys all aspects of the sport including motocross and road racing. When he's not out riding, he spends his time writing articles on the sport he loves.

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•3:34 PM
By Skyler Jett

So you want to be a singer? Congratulations, you figured out what to do with your life. Now the big question that's on your mind at the moment. What is involved in learning how to sing? This is a good question, and many people ask it when they first start out.

Lessons. This is the very first part of learning how to sing. Perhaps you have parents to teach you how to sing, but for those who don't have, taking lessons from music instructors is one way to learn how to sing. The instructor will be able to teach you some basic techniques to help freeing your natural singing voice. But taking lessons requires a lot of patience and hard work... expect that it's going to be rough and will probably make you give up.

This however is a good thing. Yes it's a good thing that the thought of quitting comes around once in a while. This means that you actually have something to lose, and you have made progress for your ultimate goal. What's not okay is actually giving into this thought. Giving up without giving it your best is inexcusable, after all if you give it your best then what else is there?

One way to learn how to sing is to do basic exercises. You will have to practice vocalizations and sing simple songs over and over again. Most likely, if you are impatient, quitting will come to your mind. Keep in mind that when you master the very basic of singing, you will be able to do more advanced stuff and you will be able to do it fluently.

As soon as you have the grip on the basic vocalizations, you may now proceed to singing actual songs. You will then be able to test your capacity in singing. You are not expected to sing the song perfectly in an instant. It usually takes time and a lot of practice to be able to learn how to sing like a professional. Just keep on practicing and vocalizing.

During this time you may also be required to do physical exercises. These are required to develop your lung capacity, and ensure you have plenty of breath to sing with. Make sure to take good care of yourself, and stay healthy. You will have a sore throat or two during your training. After all you haven't done this before, and how else are you going to learn.

The few months, or maybe years you may spend learning how to sing will pay off big time in the long run. When you get to the point where you can practice and develop on your own never forget to practice notes you haven't tried before. This will ensure you stay versatile, and allow you to be flexible in your singing abilities. Considering the dog eat dog attitude of the industry that's a very important ability. If you can stick out from the crowd this will give you an edge in finding work.

Learning how to sing can be actually simple if you know it's step by step process. They key is to keep on practicing and vocalizing. By doing so, you will be able to learn how to vocalize notes and pronounce word correctly. If you live by with all the basic exercises of singing, you'll be able to reap the rewards... and what is that? A great singing voice.

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•3:21 PM
By Leonard Knowles

With a shop near every neighborhood, video stores have been the most convenient way to get movies for years. Instead of buying or renting the dvd, people now can choose a movie download instead. Here are some examples of movies you can acquire through a movie download site.

Say It Isn't So: Pleasantly un-ambitious Klein falls for the new hairdresser in town Graham. They have consensual sex and then Klein discovers that Graham is his sister. It is a total flop. Cast includes Heather Graham, Chris Klein, Orlando Jones, Sally Field, Richard Jenkins, John Rothman, Brent Briscoe, and Sarah Silverman. (96 minutes, 1988)

Alfie: Well redone rendition of Bill Naughton play he additionally inscribed. Caine is marvelous as philandering Cockney playboy who is put in a very tough situation. Cast includes Michael Caine, Shelley Winters, Millicent Marin, Julia Foster, Jane Asher, Shirley Anne Field, Graham Stark, and Murray Melvin. (114 minutes, 1966)

All about My Mother: After a lady loses her child, she returns to Barcelona, renews a old relationship with a transvestite, and becomes involved with an actress her child adored. Cast includes Cecilia Roth, Marisa Paredes, Penelope Cruz, Antonia San Juan, Candela Pena, and Eloy Azorin. (101 minutes, 1999)

A Few Good Men: Two Marines are being held responsible for the death of a fellow marine. They claim they were ordered to punish private Santiago, and his death was not intended. Lt. Daniel Kaffee will try to save the marines and get to the bottom of the case.

Infinity: Sugary however choppy film based on the life of Richard Feynman, whose relation with Arline Arquette in pre-WW2. N.Y.C. takes a fateful turn when he is enlisted to work on the Manhattan Project. The scientist won the Nobel Prize in 1965. Cast includes Matthew Broderick, Patricia Arquette, Peter Riegert, Dori Brenner, and James LeGros. (117 minutes, 1996)

Pearl Harbor: This epic movie looks at the devastation of that eventful day, December 7, 1941 when the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor. This story follows the incredible courage of a nurse and two daring pilots, who bravely move forward, all the time trying to deal with the overwhelming catastrophe before them.

So I Married an Axe Murderer: A man who's never been able to commit to marriage ultimately meets Miss Right, and then finds out that she's a infamous axe murderess! Myers is ingratiating and hilarious in a second role as his own contrary Scottish dad however the film by no means switches into high gear. Cameos by such recognizable funny men as Charles Grodin, Steven Wright, Phil Hartman, and Michael Richards appear mainly unnecessary. Cast includes Mike Myers, Nancy Travis, Anthony LaPaglia, Amanda Plummer, Brenda Fricker, Debi Mazar, and Matt Doherty. (93 minutes, 1993)

Fantastic Four: Four people manning a scientific space experiment studying a cosmic storm are overwhelmed by the event, and exposed to cosmic radiation. The DNA is altered in their bodies, unleashing superhuman powers in all four. The fantastic four are born.

Reckless: Disobedient adolescent from bad side of tracks takes up with a college girl, who finds in him a sense of jeopardy and enthusiasm missing from her peaceful yet boring life. Nothing here we haven't seen in 1950s films in regards to discontented youth, with the exception of some extremely modern day sex scenes. Not for the faint-hearted. Cast includes Aidan Quinn, Daryl Hannah, Kenneth McMillan, Lois Smith, Adam Baldwin, Dan Hedaya, and Jennifer Grey. (90 minutes, 1984)

Remember, be creative and use phrases like "Movies Rent". When one search fails to succeed just change things and try again. Try something different, like "Free Movie Rentals".

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•3:20 PM
By Tom Ramsey

Look below if you came to see motion picture reviews. You can find a lot of information on movie downloads sites if you do a good search. A good movie download search would use phrases such as "New Movie Rental Releases", "Download Movies Internet", and "New Movie Downloads".

Pauline & Paulette: A charming, emotional film about 2 siblings, the psychologically retarded Pauline (Van der Groen), and Paulette (Petersen), a charismatic cloth shop owner and amateur opera diva whom Pauline cherishes. While destiny brings the 2 together under one ceiling, Paulette tries to push Pauline out of her life. This film was a Victor of 5 Belgian Plateau Prizes, the film characteristics momentous behaviors by 2 legendary Belgian actresses and marks the characteristic debut of co writer and director Debrauwer. Cast includes Dora Van der Groen, Ann Petersen, Julienne De Bruyn, Rosemarie Bergmans, and Idwig Stephane. (78 minutes, 2001)

In The lord We Trust: Ignorant friar Feldman treks to L.A. to raise money for his monastery. This film is a comedy that is tragically unfunny containing Pryor, who plays God. Cast includes Marty Feldman, Peter Boyle, Louise Lasser, Richard Pryor, Andy Kaufman, Wilfrid Hyde-White, and Severn Darden. (97 minutes, 1984)

The General Died at Dawn: A fine, powerful drama of Oriental enthrall, with mercenary Cooper falling in love with foreign agent Carroll when fighting the sinister warlord Tamiroff. Cast includes Gary Cooper, Madeleine Carroll, Akim Tamiroff, Dudley Digges, Porter Chamber, and William Frawley. (97 minutes, 1936)

The Reckless Moment: Mason blackmails protective mom Bennett, whose young daughter has been involved in a killing. Noirish melodrama is additionally a slyly subversive peek at a "common" American family. Cast includes James Mason, Joan Bennett, Geraldine Brooks, Henry O'Neill, and Shepperd Strudwick. (82 minutes, 1949)

The Seniors: 4 collegians open a fake sex hospital, which mushrooms into a multimillion dollar business. The movie is alternately stupid and sarcastic, with some harmless nudity thrown in. Cast includes Jeffrey Byron, Gary Imhof, Dennis Quaid, Lou Richards, PrisciIla Barnes, Alan Reed, Edward Andrews, Robert Emhardl, and Alan Hewitt. (87 minutes, 1978)

The Big Trees: An ambitious lumberman Douglas runs afoul of a religious sect and nearly everybody else around him in this cornball outdoor melodrama. Cast includes Kirk Douglas, Eve Miller, Patrice Wymore, Edgar Buchanan, John Archer, Alan Hale, Jr., Roy Roberts, and Ellen Corby. (89 minutes, 1952)

Good News: A vigorous redo of the 1920s collegiate musical (by DeSylva, Brown, and Henderson), given a new coat of varnish by screenwriters Betty Comden and Adolph Green. Lawford is Tait College's arrogant football idol, and Allyson is the clever gal who catches him on the bounce back. Vintage melodies contain "The Best Things in Life are Free," "Just Think," and "Varsity Drag". New numbers contain "The French Lecture" and "Pass That Harmony Tube." Cast includes June Allyson, Peter Lawford, Patricia Marshall, Joan McCracken, Ray McDonald, Mel Torme, Donald MacBride, Tom Dugan, and Clinton Sundberg. (95 minutes, 1947)

Heartburn: Nora Ephron adjusted her own most popular (and autobiographical) novel in regards to an elderly couple whose matrimony appears just fine till she sees he's been cheating when she's pregnant! Lightweight, shallow tale is supercharged by 2 charismatic megastars, which make it a must see. Cast includes Meryl Streep, Jack Nicholson: Jeff Daniels, Maureen Stapleton, Stockard Channing, Richard Masur, Catherine O'Hara, Steven Hill, Milos Forman, Karen Akers, Anna Maria Horsford, Mercedes Ruehl, Joanna Gleason, Yakov Smimoff, Kevin Spacey, and Natasha Lyonne. (108 minutes, 1986)

Singles: Life in the Seattle dating scene isn't simple. This is an energetic comedy drama with some appealing performances (particularly by-Scott and Sedgwick), however by no means as enlightening as you wish it can be. Film has music, setting, and fashion galore, although additionally a rather choppy script. Cast includes Bridget Fonda, Matt Dillon, Campbell Scott, Kyra Sedgwick, Sheila Kelley, Jim Real, Bill Pullman, James Le Gros, Devon Raymond, Camllo Gallardo, Friend Stroller, Jeremy Piven, Paul Giamatti, and Tim Burton. (99 minutes, 1992)

This short list is an example of the variety of films you can find online that you can download. You should make some queries with search terms like "Film Downloading" or "Download Films" to find more info on downloading movies. Add "Best Music Download Services" to the list if the other searches don't work for you.

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•3:12 PM
By Bill Harrington

It wasn't that long ago that a trip to the corner video shop was the most convenient way to get a movie. These days you can stay at home and get movies from a movie download site. Below is a sample of some of the movies you can find using movie download sites.

Born On The Fourth Of July: A true story that chronicles the life of Ron Kovic. A volunteer in the army, Ron does a tour in Vietnam, where he suffers injuries that leave him paralyzed. After his disturbing treatment by the government, and harrowing experiences in VA hospitals, Ron becomes an anti war activist. He feels completely betrayed by the country that he fought for.

About Adam: This is a true "chick flick". About Adam is a light hearted romantic comedy about a Don Juan type who courts all three sisters of a quirky, and tight knit, Scottish family. Somehow this charmer has all three women falling head over heels for him. Kate Hudson, Frances O'Connor, and Stuart Townsend star. (2001 Comedy-Romance)

Bad Santa: Willie Stokes has an interesting gig. Every year he works as Santa Clause on Christmas Eve. When the shops close, Willie and his partner make a big score by breaking into the safe.

Single White Female: Alison Jones has just dumped her fiance, and now needs a roommate to keep her apartment. She puts out a classified ad, and eventually chooses Hedra Carlson. Will Hedra be a good choice? Or has Alison made a huge mistake.

Jackson County Jail: Captive Yvette is dumped on by everyone she meets. So she goes on the lam with another inmate in yet a new chase movie. Livelier than most, this one has developed a cult notoriety. Miller later redid it for Television. Cast includes Yvette Miruieux, Tommy Lee Jones, Robert Carradine, Frederic Chef, Severn Darden, Howard Hesseman, and Mary Woronov. R.' (89 minutes, 1976)

Across the Universe: A young English boy comes to the US to find his father. On his search he finds, and falls in love with an American girl. Set in post Vietnam War US, this movie is really a vehicle to play a lot of Beatles music. Cast includes Julie Taymor. Evan Rachel Wood. Jim Sturgess, Joe Anderson, Dana Fuchs, Martin Luther McCoy. T. V. Carpio, Spencer Litf, Lisa Hogg, Bill Irwin, James Urbaniak, Dylan Baker, Joe Cocker, Bono, Salma Hayek, and Eddie Izzard all make appearances. (2007 Romance)

Another 48 Hours: The team from 48 Hours is back in action. Ex con Reggie Hammond, now freed from prison, is coerced by Detective Jack Gates to help him with another problem. Gates has been hunting an elusive powerful drug dealer. He needs Reggie's help to catch this guy.

The Dark Knight: Batman is determined to clean up the streets of Gotham City. With the help of D.A. Harvey Dent and Lt. Jim Gordon, things are going very well, until a new threat descends upon the city. The criminal psychopath named The Joker is now unleashing his devilish plans on Gotham City. Can Batman stop him?

The House on Skull Mountain: Family members anticipating the viewing of a seance meet bizarre ends in a witch craft infested Southern mansion. Black terror entry with a white idol is not particularly bloody, however additionally not specifically excellent. Cast includes Champ French, Janee Michelle, Jean Durand, Mike Evans, and Xernona Clayton. (89 minutes, 1974)

Remember, be creative and use phrases like "Download Music And Movies". If that phrase gets you nowhere, try another phrase. See if "Downloading Music" gets a better result.

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•3:09 PM
By Javier Ferguson

We have reviews of some movies listed below. You can use a search engine to find movie download sites. To get some good sites try to search phrases like "Film Downloads", "DVD Movies", or "DVD Rentals".

Requiem for a Heavyweight: The solemn account of boxer, Quinn, whose ring days are over, pushing him into corruption and degradation. His sleazy supervisor Gleason, understanding teacher Rooney, and Harris as unrealistic city employee are all fine. Cast includes Anthony Quinn, Jackie Gleason, Mickey Rooney, Julie Harris, Nancy Cushman, Madame Spivy, and Cassius Clay (Muhammad Ali). (100 minutes, 1952)

Air Force 1: This movie is a supercharged thriller in regards to aggressive Kazakhstani alarmists taking over Delta one and keeping the President, his family, and his entourage prisoner in midair. This film is an extreme, brutal, nail biting popcorn fodder movie, anchored by Ford as a 2 fisted president who's not scared to get physical. Cast includes Harrison Ford, Gary Oldman, Glenn Close, Dean Stockwell, Wendy Crewson, Paul Guilfoyle, William H. Macy, Liesel Matthews, Xander Berkeley, Bill Smitrovich, Elya Baskin, and Jiirgen Prochnow. (124 minutes, 1997)

Red: The last film in Kieslowski's "3 Colors" trilogy which, like Blue and White, might stand alone with its self contained tale. Fashion model Jacob meets upset, retired judge Trintignant accidentally, then creates a relationship with him and enters his cloistered, secret life. Set in Geneva, this is a story of a few entangled lives. Cast includes Irene Jacob, Jean-Louis Trintignant, Frederique Feder, Jean-Pierre Lorit, Juliette Binoche, Julie Delpy, and Benoit Regent. (99 minutes, 1994)

The Red Violin: This multi-episode film follows the destiny of a hexed violin from 17th-century Italy to 18th century Vienna, 19th century England, 20th-century China and present day Montreal. The tales are mainly downbeat and or aggravating, and the finish up part with appraiser Jackson is difficult to swallow. Colorful locales and enthralling premises sustain limited interest all the way through. Cast includes Carlo Cecchi, Irene Grazioli, Jean-Luc Bideau, Jason Flemyng, Greta Scacchi, Sylvia Chang, Samuel L. Jackson, Colm Feore, Monique Mercure, Don McKellar, and Sandra Oh. (131 minutes, 1998)

So Dark the Night: Renowned Parisian investigator is set to work throughout his holiday in the French country side. An impressively made B film, something of a sleeper in its time, agonizes only for absence of appeal on the part of its (mainly obscure) cast. Cast includes Steven Geray, Micheline Cheirel, Eugene Borden, Ann Codee, Egon Brecher, and Helen Freeman. (71 minutes, 1946)

Rhapsody: A 3 way romance between opulent Taylor, violinist Gassman, and pianist Ericson. Cast includes Elizabeth Taylor, Vittorio Gassman, John Ericson, Louis Calhern, and Michael Chekhov. (115 minutes, 1954)

Ju-on The Grudge: The ghosts of a violently killed mom and her child vengefully terrorize and murder a succession of individuals who have a connection with the humble Tokyo home where the murders took place. Not a tale as such, rather a succession of eerie scenes, some quietly scary, others outright horrifying. Cast includes Megumi Okina, Misaki Ito, Misa Uehara, Yui Ichikawa, Kanji Tsuda, Takako Fuji, Kayoko Shibata, Yukako Kukuri, Takashi Matsuyama, and Yuya Ozeki. (92 minutes, 2003)

Shack Out on 101: Lee Marvin is a cook named Slob at a seaside greasy spoon in this cold war classic. The waitress (Terry Moore) seems to be spending most of her time fending off the lecherous advances of almost all her co-stars, but in fact she is trying to stop nuclear secrets from leaving the country. This is positively a one of a kind film, with most of the action taking place on a lone shabby set. Cast includes Terry Moore, Frank Lovejoy, Lee Marvin, Keenan Wynn, and Whit Bissell. (90 minutes, 1955)

Daniel: A phenomenal adaptation of E. L. Doctorow's The Novel of Daniel, about Julius and Ethel Rosenberg who encounter discrimination due to their heritage in order learn to handle their own lives in the difficult 1960s. Not without its imperfections, however overall a seductive and incredibly well-made film. Cast includes Timothy Hullon, Mandy Patinkin, Lindsay Crouse, Edward Asner, Ellen Barkin, Julie Bovasso, Tovah Feldshuh, Joseph Leon, Amanda Plummer, and John Rubinstein. (130 minutes, 1983)

Movie downloads can be found for nearly any movie made. Remember to use search terms like "Download Movies On Line" and "Movie Download Sites Reviews" when looking for movie sites. Add "Movies Online" to the list if the other searches don't work for you.

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•3:17 PM
By Zack Roberts

The blues is a kind of music that can be vocal, instrumental (blues guitar) or both. It uses the 'blue' notes which are accomplished on a 'minor pentatonic' scale most of the time, otherwise recognised as the blues scale.

Blues music was generalised from the African-American communities in the U.S. out of job songs, spiritual songs, field hollers, chants, shouts and elementary ballads that rhymed. A lot of aspects of the blues comes from African culture

The call-and-response aspect of the music came straight from African origins and there were a lot of licks that would get duplicated thrice or more. This later developed into a line repeating twice and then on the third time around there would be an 'answer line'. You will be able to still discover these characteristics of early blues in modern day music, especially hip-hop.

The term 'The Blues' refers to the 'blue devils' which means down spirits or unhappiness.

The blues guitar brings a heavy role in blues music as well as popular music. It has shaped Jazz, Rhythm and Blues, Bluegrass and even heavy rock genres The original blues of the early 1900's, otherwise known as "poor man's blues" was commonly connected with hard times, oppressiveness from white folk, harshness of the police, gambling, economic depression, floods, magic, farming and dry periods. This music was fueled by a lot of brokenheartedness and anger. Typically a lost loved one or an general harsh surrounding inspired the lyrics and the tone of the blues guitar.

After the world war, you began to see blues songs that were about relationships and sexual activity. Also, wit was expanded to the mix. Here is a funny example:

"That must be your woman, cause mine don't look like that... I said That must be your woman, cause mine don't look like that... Have you seen my baby? She's so big and fat..."

The blues guitar style came forth from the American South's instruments of the time which were the banjo and the Diddley Bow. This was a home made one stringed instrument that was favourite in the early 20th century. Figures such as Robert Johnson, Charley Patton, Son House and Blind Willie McTell were a part of the delta blues style which used a lot of finger picking techniques and slide guitar innovations.

Eventually, after WWII 'electric blues' became progressively popular where the blues guitar was played on electric guitars as were the bass guitars. This was most prevalent in the Chicago area.

The history of blues guitar and poor man's blues is rich with culture and accounts of good times and bad. I could go on for days about the history of the blues guitar but let's make this part 1 so you don't fall asleep on me!

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•3:12 PM
By Casey Byshop

Since 1957 Harley Davidson have been produced a motorcycle titled the Sporster, yet it was not until 1986 that the first Harley 883 rolled off of their production line. For many people who would like to own a Harley Davidson then the 883 is the ideal choice as it is the most inexpensive of all the models that this motorcycle now produce.

Currently there are 8 different types of Harley Davidson Sportster motorcyles available and in this article we will be taking a close look at the 4 that come into the 883 category. As well as these four motorcycles there are 3 1200 Sportster Harley Davidson's and the XL50. This particular bike was introduced to the market this year as a celebration of the Sportster being in production for 50 years now.

Of all the motorcycles that Harley Davidson now produce the 4 models that come into the 883 Harley Sportster category are some of the most well recognized of all their bikes in the world today. Below we take a look at what each model is.

1. Sportster 883 XL - Of all these types of motorcycle that Harley Davidson produce this is the cheapest of the lot and will cost anything from $6,595 up to as much as $7,990. 2. Sportster 883 XL Low - Although this bike is actually slightly more expensive than the first model we have mentioned above you will still find it is reasonable in cost at the moment. You should expect to pay between $6,995 and $8,390 for one of these. 3. Sportster 883 XL Custom - Yet another great looking motorcycle which is part of the Harley 883 family and will set you back anywhere from $7,795 up to as much as $9,555. 4. Sportster 883R XL - The most recent model to be included into the Harley Davidson 883 family and although not the most expensive you can still expect to pay $7,795 up to $9,090 for this one.

Along with Harley Davidson producing 4 different models of this particular motorcycle they have spent time making improvements to each one in order to improve the ride on them. Today all come with a larger rear axle which has made the bikes much more stable. They have also spent time on improving the mounting of the engines within the motorcycles. Today all Harley Davidson engines are mounted on to rubber that is placed on the frame and this reduces the amount of vibration the rider will feel.

As well as the changes made to the 883 Harley mentioned above Harley Davidson have made several notable changes not just to these models but all of their motorcycles. Gone is the chain drive system for spinning the rear wheel and has been replaced with a belt drive system. Also they have now put a helical cut gear transmission unit in all their bikes, which results in less gear whine noises being made by them. Whilst the other change to be made and which occurred this year is that the engines are now fuel injected rather than being carburetted.

So if you are looking for a Harley Davidson motorcycle that isn't going to break the bank but will still offer you the same ride quality and prestige that the other Harley Davidson motorcycles have to offer. Then it is about time you seriously considered getting yourself a Harley 883.

So if you want to feel the wind rushing past your face just like Dennis Hopper and Peter Fonda did in Easy Rider. Then why not seriously consider looking at purchasing a Harley 883 as your next motorcycle purchase.

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•2:44 PM
By Trudy Soto

Some film reviews are listed below. You can use a search engine to find movie download sites. You can try to search a term like "Top Movie Download Sites", if you want some more, use "Movie Download Services" and "Best Movie Downloads".

Play Time: Hulot (Tali) drifts through an unrecognizable modern Paris of steel and glass skyscrapers. Scene and noise gags abound in this superbly created film. These assorted effects are connected by Hulot's attempt to keep a meeting. Cast includes Jacques Tali, Barbara Dennek, Jacqueline Lecomte, Valerie Camille, and Leon Doyen. (126 minutes, 1967)

Dangerous When Wet: A cute musical comedy, one of Esther's best, in regards to a well to do family whose leading light tries to swim the English Channel. Williams cavorts underwater with the energized Tom and Jerry in one memorable scene. She later wedded leading-guy Lamas in real life. Cast includes Esther Williams, Fernando Lamas, Jack Carson, Charlotte Greenwood, Denise Darcel, William Demarest, Donna Corcoran, and Barbara Whiting. (95 minutes, 1953)

No End in Sight: A masterful big screen production tantamount of the plethora novels that share on-the-record accounts from prior armed forces and covert operations outfits to clarify how the Bush management jumped before it looked in 2003 before invading Iraq. A standout in what is already a litany of Iraq conflict documentaries. (102 minutes, 2007)

The Slave: Interminable Italian spectacle. A child of Spartacus learns of the tale of his dad and promises retribution. The excellent photography is the only positive aspect of this film. Cast includes Steve Reeves, Jacques Semas, Gianna Maria Canale, and Claudio Gora. (102 minutes, 1963)

Macabre: Strange goings on in small town where physician's youthful daughter mysteriously disappears and a nameless telephone hailer declares that the kid has been buried alive. Cast includes William Prince, Jim Backus, Christine White, and Jacqueline Scott. (73 minutes, 1958)

Border Incident: A well put together tale of the U.S. border patrol trying to stem the tide of the smuggling of immigrants across Texas-Mexico boundary. Cast includes Ricardo Montalban, George Murphy, Howard da Silva, and Charles McGraw. (92 minutes, 1949)

Murphy's Romance: A youthful divorcee (with twelve-year-old child) makes a new start in a little Arizona town, where she's allured to an older laid-back widowed pharmacist. This movie is an intriguing, carefree comedy written by Irving Ravetch and Harriet Frank, Jr. Cast includes Sally Field, James Garner, Brian Kerwin, Corey Haim, Dennis Burkley, Georgann Johnson, and Charles Aisle. (107 minutes, 1985)

Hail Mary: An uninteresting, overblown updating of the tale of Christ's birth, with Mary a student basketball competitor! Even though still a virgin, she finds herself pregnant. This film kindled much dissension and was even condemned by the Pope. Cast includes Myriem Roussel, Thierry Rode, Philippe Lacoste, Manon Anderson, and Juliette Binoche. (107minutes, 1985)

Club Extinction: A wave of suicides stuns future Berlin. Patrol investigator Niklas starts to suspect engagement of Beals, spokesperson for an Eden like resort, who's connected to media tycoon Dr. Marsfeldt (Bates). Cast includes Alan Bates, Jennifer Beals, Jan Niklas, Hans ZiscWer, Benoit Regent, Peter Fitz, Andrew McCarthy, Wolfgang Preiss, and Isolde Barth. (112 minutes, 1990)

I hope you enjoyed the reviews. Internet searches like "New Movie Rental" and "Downloadable Movie Sites" will help you find film download sites. Try "Hindi Movie Rentals" if nothing else has worked.

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•2:16 PM
By Sarah Frederick

For years now, the video store was the way to get movies. As technologies have advanced, downloading dvds off movie download sites is becoming very common. You can get virtually any movie you want with a good movie download site. Here are some examples.

Straight Time: Hoffman knocks heads with greasy parole officer Walsh following his discharge from penitentiary and starts a downward skid. An immersing if not specifically differentiated melodrama that gets a genuine shot in the arm from tremendous acting by the supporting cast. Cast includes Dustin Hoffman, Theresa Russell, Harry Dean Stanton, Gary Busey, Emmet Walsh, and Rita Taggart. (114 minutes, 1978)

Bug: Earthquake discharges a sickening assortment of beetle from the world, adept at setting individuals, animals, and objects on fire. Spray your set with bug spray after observing this one. Generated and co-written by William Castle, whose last film this was. Cast includes Bradford Dillman, Joanna Miles, Richard Gilliland, Jamie Smith Jackson, Alan Fudge, Patty McCormack, and Jesse Vint. (100 minutes, 1975)

Last summer in the Hamptons: A self conscious and young film megastar Foyt shows up in the summer society of East Hampton, Long Island, and becomes interacts with the numerous show biz people who have a small circle of buddies-lovers-companions. Cast includes Viveca Lindfors, Jon Robin Baitz, Savannah Boucher, Roscoe Lee Browne, Diane Salinger, and Kristoffer Tabori. (105 minutes, 1995)

Airplane: Extremely ludicrous spoof of Airport with a nonstop amount of gags that keeps up almost to the end. Our top choice: the bizarre plight of Lt. Hurwitz. Stay tuned through the very last credits. Cast includes Robert Hays, Julie Hagerty, Robert Pile, Lloyd Bridges, Peter Graves, Kareem Abdul Jabbar, Leslie Nielsen, Loma Patterson, and Stephen Stucker. (100 minutes, 1984)

Unbreakable: Elijah Price has lived his whole life with a horrible bone condition. His bones are so weak that they shatter with the slightest jolt. From his reading of comics, he is convinced that there is an opposite of him living in the world. The story is of his search to find this "unbreakable" man.

Hannibal: It has been ten years since Hannibal had escaped. Mason Verger, Hannibal's sixth victim, a survivor, has obsessive revenge on his mind. His plot includes using agent Starling for bait. He feels Hannibal will not be able to resist.

The Game: Nicolas Van Orton is a very wealthy man who has it all, but is bored stiff. Then, all of a sudden, his world is turned upside down. Nicolas is drawn into an impossible and intriguing situation. His life is turned upside down. This wild adventure he is on, is actually planned, it is a birthday gift from his brother Conrad.

South Park: Bigger, Longer And Uncut: Our dynamic four are in top form in the first feature length film of the TV series. There is a new movie at the theater, a Terrence and Phillips film, and the boys are off to see it. When they arrive at the theater they can't get in because of the R rating. They overcome this obstacle by paying off a street drunk to get the tickets for them. This is the boy's first real intense introduction to foul language. They leave the movie fully trained in the new words, and use them whenever they can. This leads to outrage from the parents. Since Terrence and Phillip are Canadian, this ends with the US and Canada going to war.

Hook, Line & Sinker: Conceivably ludicrous premise about allegedly dying man who runs up one hundred thousand in credit card debt. Even Lewis fans can be bored. Cast includes Jerry Lewis, Peter Lawford, Anne Francis, Pedro Gonzalez-Gonzalez, Jimmy Miller, and Kathleen Freeman. (91 minutes, 1951)

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•2:13 PM
By Stuart Cartright

When you are looking for used car buying tips you should know that in some states insist that when you pick your used car up from the dealers that you show that you are lawfully insured to drive the car. If you drive the car and don't have documentation to show the police, then they will most likely fine you and in some circumstances some people have received a term in jail.

Your insurance is very important, but it is costly. You can pay as much in insurance a month as you do for the car. Depending on your driving history, you may have higher rates than most. The thing that you never want to do is be dropped by an insurance carrier because it is a mark against you.

If you are going to purchase car insurance for the first time or switching to another company, go online and do it. The reason why you should go online is that you can go to various insurance carriers' websites and compare rates easily. You can get a free quote from practically anyone and you can use that quote to compare the rates of others, especially when you buy a used car online.

Also, if you are a teen or young adult, you should see what your parent's insurance company is willing to offer you. Usually, you will see a discount because your parents happen to be good customers, but that doesn't always apply.

There will always be loopholes available to you when you are looking to buy your car insurance online. There are a number of instances where car insurance companies will offer you a substantial discount: such as a student, home owner with insurance with them, or you have completed an advanced driving course. Also, purchasing a car that is placed into a lower priced insurance group will also be beneficial when lowering the cost.

You will be looking to reduce the amount you are going to pay for your car insurance. Therefore, you should look at a car that will be economic and not the largest at the car dealership. You should look at emitions and size of the engine, making sure that you get a used car that has the smallest engine that you are willing to buy. The mileage that you will be doing each year will also influence how much you will pay on your premium.

Making sure that you stay within the amount of money that you can afford to pay out for your car payment and your car insurance premium each month will be important. Sales people at the dealership will be able to help you pick out a used car that is in a low category for insurance; but, you should make sure that you contact a car insurance company to check that the type of car you want will be within your price range for insuring it.

If you purchase your insurance online, just as you do if you buy a used car online then you will need to have some tips on buying a used car too - and you may also find that you will get the best rates and it is so much more convenient than taking the time out to go to the company office.

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•4:22 PM
By Sarah Wilkiamson

It seems we all remember being fascinated watching the Nutcracker ballet around the holidays when we were a child. Now as adults we can look at it with an appreciation for the hard work and talent of the dancers bringing out a desire to give it a shot.

If you have aspirations of giving ballet a try you should understand that there is a lot of work and practice involved. When you learn ballet you will have many technical skills to learn, which is why it is referred to as the root of all dances.

It is very important that you start correctly with the basics of ballet and not skip ahead because it will only be harder to undo the more advanced and complicated moves you have learned while jumping ahead. If you learn things wrong instead of learning the basics first the other things learned will most likely be wrong.

The best way is to learn correctly is to first start with the roots of ballet. There are all sorts of arm and foot positions that first need to be learned, or standard positions, before you move on to fancier steps such as pirouettes.

It is also really in your best interest to have a separate eye take a look at your technique. Find a teacher who you respect and trust to correct your errors in form. As hard as you look at your own dancing you may be missing some obvious errors. It is really that separate opinion that can help to heighten your technique.

One thing to keep in mind is to never expect results too quickly when working on ballet techniques, because it takes time for muscles to build up memory and also to correct techniques being done wrong. You should take your time when studying and allow your body the time it needs to adjust to any new positions. This way, you will learn correctly and improve skills.

If you decide to put your heart and soul into ballet and make a real deep down commitment then you can progress in your craft of ballet. To make improvements you will really need to stretch and apply yourself to learn this craft you have chosen, ballet.

When you were a child may have been the beginning of the dream of learning ballet but do not fool yourself into thinking it is a short time craft to learn. No matter how much you learn there will always be more which is also why it is imperative that you embrace learning ballet with all your heart and soul.

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•3:51 PM
By Chimezirim Gabriel Odimba

If you must get big discounts, then you must NOT fail to do certain things. I'll show you a good number of them in this article...

1. It will cost you a lot more to buy insurance for a car if it has a poor safety rating. Safety ratings should get more consideration when shopping for a new vehicle. They will qualify you for a Safe Car Discount. Your agent can help you with a list of safety systems that will get you a discount with your insurer.

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2. It's a known fact that young drivers attract high rates. Even in this age bracket, a 23-year old driver will pay much less than a 17 year old all other things being equal.

Therefore, as much as possible, do not place such a driver on your own policy. It will drive it up by a huge margin. You can discuss with your agent about signing an exclusion form so that your teen driver can have his/her own auto policy.

If a teen is keen on driving then then should be made responsible for at least the cost of their auto insurance. This act will save you more than money as your teen driver will happily listen when suggestions are made on things that will bring down the high rates they pay. This by extension means that such a teen driver will be more responsible behind wheels since they bear the full cost of their actions.

3. If you are an employee of a large company you should be entitled to a group discount. If you've not checked, do. Insurance companies give large organizations big discounts in the hope of wooing members of that organization. This would save them by reducing what it cost them to get new customers.

4. Although most people will question the wisdom behind this, your credit rating is used to decide whether you're a good a bad risk. Insurers who use it as one of the factors that determine what a person pays say that there is a relationship between the two. They maintain that experience and statistics show that a poor credit rating means irresponsibility which also plays out behind wheels.

5. A straightforward but rewarding way of bringing down your rate is by authorizing an EFT (Electronic Funds Transfer). This simply means your insurance provider withdraws your premiums automatically from your account at specified periods without sending you payment notices. This saves an insurer's overhead by eliminating the need for payment notices or checks. This is why this results in more affordable premium.

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•3:39 PM
By Danny Green

Test drive of a convertible car indicates that someone is willing to experience the current of air blowing his hair, and to enjoy the speeding of the car when it cuddles the road. Undoubtedly, you will feel the same regardless of the model and brand name if you experience drive of a sports convertible. A luxury convertible car is highly expected to look shiny, elegant, and deluxe. As far as its interior is concerned, its seats should be relaxing, and comfortable.

Usually a luxury convertible offers seating for either two persons or four. A trouble with the rear seats of the majority of luxury convertibles is that these are quite tapered and principally uncomfortable when its top is up. Designers of convertible automobiles are still arguing if a light metal roof looks better than a fabric top or not. Both these top designs encompass their pros and cons. If we talk about metal roofs, these are heavier and occupy a good amount of boot space.

Typically, a luxury convertible proffers seating for just two individuals or four. A difficulty with most of the luxury convertibles is its rear seats are much tapered and chiefly painful when its top is high. Architects of convertible automobiles are still debating if a light metal roof appears to be superior to a fabric top or not. Both designs of its top have their pros and cons. In case of a metal roof, it is heavier, and needs a superior amount of boot space.

If you test-drive a luxury convertible with its roof up, you will feel as if you are driving a luxury coupe. Ideally, its engine should come to life gently when you start it, even if its top is down. Its engine should not be growling when the car is coming into life. If the car has a manual conduction programme, its gears should work slickly, moreover, its clutch release should be even. The car is supposed to accelerate quickly just after your right foot comes down.

Ideally, the vehicle should not need more than eight seconds to set off from zero to sixty miles an hour. Its steering must work well, and while driving the driver should feel the strong grip on the street. Bad climate should not affect its grip on the road. The vehicle must sprint effortlessly even when driving at hundred miles an hour velocity.

The ride must be smooth and not jarring and there should be no vibration at high speeds. On twisting roads, the car should take the bends cleanly without any body roll or tyre screeches. The car must not buffet in the wind and the windshield angle should deflect the breeze from being blown in the driver, and the face of the front seat occupant. The brakes should be effective and responsive with anti locking system.

Its pace, gear changes and reaccelerating must be even. The engine of the car must not work violently on heights. The controls of the cars must be within easy approach, and the tools should be highly perceptible with the direct sun shining on them. Ideally, a luxury convertible should have a beautiful inside. All the leather and wood with luxurious carpeting is something you anticipate from a luxury car.

The drive of a luxury convertible should be enjoyable, not body and nerve jarring. The driver must not feel for a moment that he or she has lost control over the car. The luxury convertible should be extremely safe, and a pleasure to drive.

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•2:51 PM
By James Ronald Wellingston

I think because of the massive amount of attention that is given to this album's so called "historical significance" that sometimes not enough attention is given to the music itself. I hope to correct that imbalance with this review which focuses entirely on the album's 13 tracks.

01. "Sgt Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band" - The album starts off with this brilliant Paul McCartney rocker (he wrote it, sang lead, and even played the lead guitar part) which really sets the mood (and the "concept") for the entire album. I love how the song intersperses pretty heavy rock with the somewhat ridiculous horn sections. The imagination displayed in this music is really overwhelming. I can imagine people who have grown up listening to the drab obvious music of "rock bands" like Nickelback being very confused by what's going on in this music as they've never really been introduced to imagination or creativity in music before. But if they can get over that initial confusion, I think they will begin to understand the possibilities of what music can be.

02. "With a Little Help from my Friends" - I know there are quite a few people who think that Joe Cocker really did the definitive version of this song, but I'm definitely not one of those people. I like Cocker's version, but the original contains the real magic to my ears.

03. "Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds" - One of the bands most famous songs. This is a great one to listen to in mono (you have to get The Beatles in Mono Box Set) because it sounds so much different in mono than it does in stereo. There's a lot more effect on the vocal in mono!

04. "Getting Better" - This may just be the song I most commonly think of when I think of the Sgt. Pepper album. I'm not quite sure why that's the case, but it is! To me this song defines the spirit of the album very well.

05. "Fixing a Hole" - Tracks 4 through 6 are a beautiful slice of McCartney magic and I think this is actually my favorite of that great trio of songs.

06. "She's Leaving Home" - This song is very interesting to hear in mono because it's actually sped up (and thus pitched up) in the mono mix. It has a lot more energy that way. Definitely worth a listen!

07. "Being for the Benefit of Mr. Kite" - I think my favorite part of this song is the cut up tape section where it sounds like sort of insane random carnival music.

08. "Within You Without You" - This is a song that gets a lot of hate by a lot of people and that makes me sad. It makes me feel like they don't really "get it." This song is an essential part of what makes this album so brilliant.

09. "When I'm 64" - Some people don't seem to get how "tongue in cheek" this song is. McCartney loved to mess around with different musical styles in this way. In fact I think Ween sort of ripped off their whole shtick from Paul McCartney. Listen to McCartney's "fruity" songs (as George Harrison called them sometimes) from the perspective of Ween doing them and I think maybe they'll click.

10. "Lovely Rita" - I definitely enjoy this song as well but I must say that I do think tracks #10 and #11 are the least interesting tracks on the album.

11. "Good Morning Good Morning" - There's some interesting time changes in this one. I also love the Jimi Hendrix style guitar leads by Paul McCartney.

12. "Sgt. Pepper's Lonely Hearts Club Band (Reprise)" - This song, of course, ties together the whole album by linking us back to the first song. It gives the impression that everything we've been hearing (even though it's all of these wildly different styles) has been a part of one big performance by this fictional band.

13. "A Day in the Life" - In my opinion this is the best song ever written. An absolutely epic way to end the album.

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