TOTAL RECALL REVIEW

There seems to be a new development in the world of the Hollywood remakes. In an attempt to distance them from the original, they will make the new story as unique as possible while simultaneously putting in subtle nods and homages to the source material, meeting with varying degrees of success. In the case of Les Wiseman’s adaptation of Total Recall, however, perhaps he should have let the original stand for itself.

HOT NEW ARTIST- HAWTHORNE EFFECT

PPLA had the chance to chat with rising Chicago-based band Hawthorne Effect. We spoke with their front man and songwriter John Jauch about their latest album and up-coming show at Red Line, August 17th.

LOLLAPALOOZA- MEET LAURA WARSHAUER

For those of you interested in the chick rock scene, make sure to check out Laura Warshauer (pronounced WAR-shower) at Lollapalooza this weekend. Press Pass LA recently got the chance to speak with her about her big debut at Lolla, and she could not be more excited.

BRET MICHAELS- NOTHING BUT A GOOD TIME

Lights, sound and music. That is what you prepare for when you go to Ridgefest. The rides and food are a plus, but the concerts are what you anticipate. This year one of Rock and Roll’s legends made their mark on stage. The lead singer of Poison and the show Rock of Love, Bret Michaels seriously rocked Chicago’s South Side and PPLA was there to experience it!