“American Idol” begins its farewell season

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com After 14 years of introducing us to the best undiscovered talent in the country, the long running American Idol begins its swan song tonight. Tonight, the judges (Harry Connick, Jr., Jennifer Lopez and Keith … [Continue reading]

Jake’s Take-The 30 Greatest Talents that “American Idol” Discovered-Part One

American Idol's final season

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com In four days, American Idol will air its final auditions! I have watched Idol since Season Two (2003) and professionally reviewed the show since Season 11 (2012) and one thing that keeps me coming back to the … [Continue reading]

Jake’s Take Previews 2016

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Happy 2016! This will be a huge year for pop culture. Here are some of the events that will make a huge impact on the entertainment world in 2016. American Idol’s final season For 14 years, the … [Continue reading]

“The Kennedy Center Honors” Carole King, George Lucas & Rita Moreno

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com The Kennedy Center Honors is one television program that I look forward to every year. Over the past 15 years, I have enjoyed watching some of my favorite pop culture legends such as Barbra Streisand, Billy … [Continue reading]

Jake’s Take: 10 More People Who Deserve Kennedy Center Honors

Kennedy Center Honors wish list

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Every year, I look forward to watching the Kennedy Center Honors (KCH)! This year, I am extremely excited to see George Lucas, Rita Moreno and Carole King (an artist who was on last year’s inaugural “10 People … [Continue reading]

A Conversation with Ryan Shupe

Ryan Shupe guitar

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com It is a privilege to welcome Ryan Shupe to Jake’s Take! This virtuoso musician is a fifth generation fiddler and mastered the acoustic and electric guitars and can play a mean mandolin. In addition to his … [Continue reading]

A Word from the Publisher: Holiday Greetings (The 2015 Edition)

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Wow! What a year! The Kansas City Royals won the World Series. The Kansas City Chiefs are inching a step closer to participate in the NFL Playoffs and I had the opportunity to travel to both the East Coast … [Continue reading]

Jake’s Take: Top 40-Songs of the Year (2015 Edition)-Part Four

Adele Hello cover art

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Missed part three of the countdown? Click here! This is it! Here are the 10 best songs of 2015! 10. 5 Seconds of Summer: “Hey Everybody!” 5 Seconds of Summer kicks off the final part of our … [Continue reading]

Adam Lambert & Pentatonix help celebrate Kansas City’s holiday season

Adam Lambert Jingle Jam 2015 Mix 93.3

By: Jacob Elyachar, jakes-take.com Two pop powerhouses teamed up to electrify Kansas City! International music phenom Adam Lambert and Grammy-winning a cappella sensations Pentatonix headlined KMXV Mix 93.3 FM’s Jingle Jam and both acts took … [Continue reading]

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