SNEER AND SNEER AGAIN: In 1989, when the rest of the world was listening to New Kids on the Block, those who knew better were listening to The Jesus and Mary Chain. A mix of punk, pop and pure distortion, this Scottish group's shows were often followed by rioting. After breaking up in 1999, the JMC is now back together. Their work has been featured in Sofia Coppela's film, Lost In Translation and popular TV......

Just announced: New Kids on the Block are playing the Tacoma Dome this fall. Saturday, November 22nd. Be there if you dare. Then: And now: If you just can't live without seeing NKOTB as grown-ass men, tickets ($29.50-$77.50) go on sale at 10am this Saturday via Live Nation and Ticketmaster. May God have mercy on our souls.......

Photograph of the Reverend Al Sharpton by Armchair Messiah on Flickr Gothamist watched a series of civil disobedience events, protesting the Sean Bell shooting verdict, unfold across the city--over 200 people, including the Reverend Al Sharpton, were arrested. Somewhat related, on behalf of a black freelance reporter for the NY Post, the NYCLU sued the city and NYPD for racial profiling.Phillyist took a look at how city employees are bankrupting Philadelphia. Not that they......