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 quintet of outlaws who are the true definitions of anti-heroes! The group’s core line-up involves […]
Jake’s Movie Review: The Hundred-Foot Journey
August 8, 2014 By
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 Haji (Manish Dayal) and his family. Hassan’s family escaped from India as their family business with attacked by rioters as […]
The Five Question Challenge with Mighty Mark
August 7, 2014 By
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 of the new school. Besides being a fixture in Baltimore’s underground clubs, he runs his own music label: […]
Lindsey Stirling returns home to “AGT”
August 6, 2014 By
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 the first act to be buzzed by a judge this live show! So who moved through to the next round? Which […]
“AGT” continues its Quarterfinals
August 5, 2014 By
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 and Emily West advanced to the Semifinals! This week, a brand new batch of contestants ranging from […]
The “Rising Star” Quarterfinals begin!
August 3, 2014 By
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 show’s panel of experts (Brad Paisley, Kesha and Ludacris) will also […]
The Five Question Challenge with The Crazy Carls’ Alex Baugh
August 2, 2014 By
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 have started to grab music lovers’ attention. Their first outing (and new EP), Owl Tattoo, showcased high-energy tracks that […]
Jake’s Take’s Top 15: The Best Performances in the History of Reality TV
July 31, 2014 By
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 present 15 performances that changed reality television forever! 15. Melanie Masson: “With A Little Help From My […]
Enrique Iglesias heats up “AGT” as the semi-finalists are revealed!
July 30, 2014 By
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 others succumbed to the pressure that this stage brought (Sean & Luke and […]
New Music Releases: Week of July 28, 2014
July 30, 2014 By
By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com This week’s New Music Releases focuses a tribute to a music icon and hot new singles from Top 40 favorites! The Breeze: An Appreciation of JJ Cale by Eric Clapton Last year, the music community mourned JJ Cale’s passing. Today, a tribute album headlined by Eric Clapton was released! The iconic […]
