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Nocking Point: Arrow, Episode 507, "Vigilante"

RJ Carter · November 17, 2016

There's a new vigilante in Star City, and he plays for keeps, dropping off bodies at the local police station and marking them with a 'V'. This is the Vigilante I've been waiting for this season, and I am curious as to how the writers are going to handle him.

Catching Up: The Flash, Episode 306, "Shade"

RJ Carter · November 16, 2016

While there was certainly a bad guy to be caught in THE FLASH last night, there wasn't much focus put on him. In fact, once apprehended, Shade (MIKE MCLEOD) didn't even get a speaking part, let alone an origin story.

Taking Flight: SUPERGIRL 206 "Changing"

S.J. Mitchell · November 15, 2016

This week's episode of SUPERGIRL explores a very deep topic about discovering the truth behind feelings that were purposely suppressed out of fear. Also, an energy sucking parasite.

Syracuse Comic-Con Draws Crowd With Cosplay and Activities

S.J. Mitchell · November 14, 2016

On Sunday, November 13th 2016 the Syracuse Comic Con took place at the SRC Arena, drawing in hundreds of gamers, cosplayers, vendors and even a few cars! Critical Blast was there to share the experience with you, our readers.

Frank Zappa's Hot Rats Long Awaited Vinyl Release Well Worth It

Dennis Russo · November 14, 2016

For someone like me, who has been a fan of Frank Zappa’s music for years and also a frustrated record collector who for years had been looking for an affordable copy of this LP in good condition (any of his LPs, for that matter), you can imagine my excitement to realize the end of my quest was at hand now that HOT R

ARRIVAL Fails To Conquer Challenging Source Material

Jeff Ritter · November 11, 2016

I was supposed to like ARRIVAL, the new first encounter thriller starring Amy Adams, Jeremy Renner and Forest Whitaker. I wanted to love it, and sing it’s praises in high hyperbole. I wanted to tell you to walk out of Marvel’s excellent Doctor Strange and sneak in to watch this gem. I can’t though.

ANDERSON, RABIN and WAKEMAN Celebrates Classic YES at the Fox Theatre

Jeff Ritter · November 11, 2016

If you read my concert reviews regularly you’ll notice a trend—I much prefer the older acts, the classic rock and roll bands that are now regulated to “oldies” stations. The best shows I’ve ever seen have consistently been by veteran talents.