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November 30, 2025
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November 17, 2025
“Riptide” by Chad Robichaux: BTSCelebs to Review
In the spring, a new chapter in the Silent Horizons Thriller series arrives! Chad Robichaux’s (with Jack Stewart) “Riptide” is a suspense/thriller that promises to be gripping and bring the highly anticipated conclusion fans are waiting for.
“Riptide” follows character Foster Quinn as he takes on a new mission of investigating the death of a Texas businessman’s son. The suspicion is wrongdoing related to government, and Foster’s mission spans the Caribbean to the Pacific Northwest.
BTSCelebs will share the complete review in the first half of 2026.
Chad Robichaux’s “Riptide” releases on May 12th, 2026.
A special thanks to Tyndale House Publishers for the cover image and book.
November 10, 2025
The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir Nominated For Grammy
Credit: Brooklyn Tabernacle & StowTown RecordsCarol Cymbala and J. Daniel Smith produced StowTown Records biggest honor of the month. “I Will Not Be Moved: Live with The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir” scored the 2026 Best Roots Gospel Album GRAMMY® Award nomination, according to Turning Point Media Relations, Inc.
President Landon Beene: “The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir has always been a household name when it comes to Christian music, and this GRAMMY® nomination represents the validity of choral music in the current culture.”
The StowTown Records/StowTown Worship Resource president added, “It is a joy and honor for our team at StowTown to represent The Brooklyn Tabernacle Choir in this nomination.”
Carol Cymbala and husband Jim: “We are thrilled and grateful for the GRAMMY® nomination the choir has received for its latest project, I Will Not Be Moved.”
The album was recorded live in New York’s Brooklyn Tabernacle. It features well-known worship songs and Cymbala originals. Talented musicians Babbie Mason,TaRanda Greene, Elevation Church’s Brad Hudson, and Stephen McWhirter are apart of this beloved project.
You can watch the Grammy‘s on CBS and Paramount+. The 68th Annual Award show will be held at the Crypto.com Arena in Los Angeles on February 1, 2026.
A Special thanks to Turning Point MRI for the image and info.
November 3, 2025
“Cavalleria rusticana and Pagliacci”: Lyric Opera Review
Yulia Matochkina as Santuzza and SeokJong Baek as Turiddu in Cavalleria rusticana – photo by Todd RosenbergThe Lyric Opera of Chicago hypnotized the midwestern audience with beauty, drama, and virtuoso, on opening night, November 1. The two classic operas: Cavalleria rusticana & Pagliacci mirrored each other in storyline, but they brought their own unique charms.
“Cavalleria rusticana” had an elegant backdrop as it told the story of a lovers dealing with infidelity and unexpected pregnancy. A quaint 19th century village in Calabria is turned upside down on Easter Sunday when Santuzza (Yulia Matochkina) starts searching for her lover, Turiddu (Seokjong Baek). While the town is fully immersed in holy holiday celebrations, Santuzza is in agony at the thought of her lover leaving her for his married first love, Lola (Camille Robles). She pleaded with his mother Mamma Lucia (Lauren Decker) and Turiddu to accept her into their family, especially with a baby in the way. Turiddu harshly rejected her in favor of Lola.
Meanwhile, Lola is elated with the return of her husband Alfio and the presence of her secret lover, Turiddu. Lola remains delusional in thinking she’s doing nothing wrong by accepting both of their hearts. Her husband Alfio (Quinn Kelsey) becomes insanely jealous when he discovers his wife has been romanced by another man. (Thanks to the tip by the scorned Santuzza.) Alfio vowed to get even and challenged Turiddu to a duel. The husband wins, and the grim announcement of Turiddu’s death fills the village.
“Cavalleria rusticana” had a stunning backdrop of a city street. The entire area is alive and full of praise on Easter Sunday. This piece is particularly religious focused with songs about worship, sins, and punishment. The cast did an incredible job evoking emotion in each scene. From the pain of unrequited love to the heartbreaking betrayal, the cast felt it all and made sure we did too.
Luke Sutliff as Silvio and Gabriella Reyes as Nedda in Pagliacci – Photo by Todd Rosenberg“Pagliacci” turned the audience’s attention to a traveling group of comedic actors. During postwar Italy, leader Canio (Russell Thomas) arrived with his wife Nedda (Gabriella Reyes), friend Tonio (Quinn Kelsey), and the rest of the team. He announced the details about their first show and gave the town a preview. Once the residents disperse, the real story began.
Canio is devoted to Nedda, and he had no idea she is cheating on him with Silvio (Luke Sutliff.) After she abruptly rejected the romantic advances of Tonio, her real lover, Silvio, appeared. In the middle of their romantic moment, Tonio caught them and proceeded to confront Silvio. Unable to locate him, Tonio threatened Nedda that he’ll expose her affair.
Later, everyone is in costume and performing a comedy show that eerily mirrors the real life romantic entanglements of the performers. Nedda played a cheating wife, and Canio is a jealous husband. Unlike the happy ending the play promised, Canio discovered that his wife is indeed cheating and fatally punished her and her lover on stage in front of a horrified audience.
“Pagliacci” had a more mature theme with a love scene included in the piece. However, the dramatic acting and smooth vocals were exceptional. Like “Cavalleria rusticana,” it was easy to empathize with the characters longing and pain, because the performers wore their hearts on their sleeves. “Pagliacci” enjoyed the longest standing ovation of the night. It solidified the audience’s pure adoration of the story.
A special nod to conductor Enrique Mazzola and the superb orchestra who entertained with all of the wonderful music. I highly recommend everyone go see “Cavalleria rusticana & Pagliacci.”
“Cavalleria rusticana & Pagliacci,” which is performed entirely in Italian with English subtitles, will be playing through November 23rd, 2025 at the Lyric Opera of Chicago.
A special thanks to the Lyric Opera of Chicago and The Silverman Group for the opportunity to review the opera.
October 28, 2025
Lucas Starts International Travel Series
In episode one, Lucas landed in Manila, Philippines! YouTube viewers can follow the former NCT member during his sightseeing, beauty treatments, prepping for shows, and more.
Check out Lucas enjoying his travels abroad in the video above.
Credit: @lucas_xx444 @lucas_smofficial
October 26, 2025
Review: StowTown Worship’s “The Houston Session: Live at the Iron Manor”
Heaven sounds like it literally opened up and poured out the blessing that is “The Houston Session: Live at the Iron Manor” album. The project, which features angelic vocal talents, is filled with well-known worship songs Christians have grown to adore. Playing this gem sets the atmosphere for pure worship.
The emotional album features 14 tracks. Stand out songs from “The Houston Session” are “Heart of Worship,” “Jehovah,” “Come Jesus Come,” and “Draw Me Close,” and “The Story I’ll Tell.”
Matthew Summers produced it, while the new album places a spotlight on singers: TaRanda Greene, Alvin Slaughter, Stephen McWhirter, Elevation Worship’s Isaiah “Zeek” Templeton, Jody McBrayer, Durell Comedy, and Linnette Pilar and more.
I highly recommend this album for Christians and even those interested in Christianity. It’s a powerful musical trip that will take you on an unforgettable journey.
See the full track list below:
The Doxology
Heart of Worship (featuring TaRanda Greene)
God So Loved (featuring Jody McBrayer)
Jehovah (featuring Durrell Comedy)
Holy, Holy, Holy (featuring Alvin Slaughter)
Come Jesus Come (featuring Steven McWhirter)
Draw Me Close (featuring Linnette Pilar)
All Hail King Jesus, Worthy Is Your Name (featuring Ally Carter and Linnette Pilar)
Draw Me Nearer, All Hail The Power (featuring Isaiah “Zeek” Templeton)
The Story I’ll Tell (featuring TaRanda Greene)
Shall Not Want (featuring Isaiah “Zeek” Templeton)
Holy, Holy, Holy (featuring Alvin Slaughter) Radio Edit
Draw Me Close (featuring Linnette Pilar) Radio Edit
Shall Not Want (Isaiah “Zeek” Templeton) Radio Edit
StowTown Worship’s “The Houston Session: Live at the Iron Manor” is currently available for streaming on major platforms.
A special thanks to StowTown Worship and Turning Point for the digital review copy and images.
October 22, 2025
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Jisoo & Zayn: Glamorous BTS Video of Their Latest MV
Jisoo gave fans an inside look at her part in the “Eyes Closed” music video. The BLACKPINK member shared an exclusive behind the scenes video of herself filming with a special appearance from Zayn.
