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Reason #2 to Pre-Order God of War: Ghost of Sparta Official Soundtrack Revealed

• Sep 23, 2010 from iFRSH in Gaming
  Spartan Army! Still havent pre-ordered God of War: Ghost of Sparta? The exclusive Kratos PSN Avatar not enough for you? Perhaps this will change your mind introducing the God of War: Ghost of Sparta Original Soundtrack, one of six reasons to pre-order the game.
  
  Kratos PSN Avatar (More here)
  Original Soundtrack
  Legionnaire Skin
  PSP Theme
  God of War Live (Creative Directors Documentary)
  PS3 Dynamic Theme
  
  
  Joel Yarger, the Music Supervisor of God of War: Ghost of Sparta leads the charge this week with a behind-the-scenes look (and audio samples) for the Original Soundtrack.
  
  Im Joel Yarger, Music Supervisor on God of War: Ghost of Sparta, and I bring the sound of music to the PlayStation.Blog today. As you probably already know, God of War: Ghost of Sparta is the second God of War game from Ready At Dawn Studios and I think it outdoes their previous effort, Chains of Olympus, in pretty much every way! Ive personally been involved with the music for the God of War franchise since God of War 2 and its always fun to see where we can go with it.
  The original music for Ghost of Sparta was written by Gerard Marino and Mike Reagan, both of whom have worked on the previous God of War games. They really had the hard jobs of creating something new yet keeping it all within the God of War musical universe. Thats no small task as there are four other games worth of music written, so kudos to Gerard and Mike for nailing it! Dana Jan, the game director for Ghost of Sparta, really wanted the new music to contribute to the games identity: You know youre playing a God of War game, but it still feels fresh. Some quick factoids: There were roughly 13 minutes of new music composed for Chains of Olympus (all Gerard writing) and then we re-worked music from the other titles. Ghost of Sparta features roughly 37 minutes of new music and uses significantly less cues from the previous games.
  
  
  
  
  There were many new elements in this game to draw inspiration from, everything from the new story and main characters to the new environments and cities. We had plenty of concept art, good screenshots, some gameplay videos, and of course both the script and game director (Dana) to help us along the way. Here are four samples from the game that I think help showcase some of the inspired work both Mike and Gerard contributed.
  Atlantis and The Caldera are both pieces written by Mike Reagan. Mike did some really interesting things given our tight budget on the project. Since we werent able to record most of the music with live musicians, Mike took it upon himself to record some of his own live elements. He bought a double bass, a cello, a didgeridoo, and even modified a hammer dulcimer to have a curved bridge so you can reach individual strings with a bow. The sounds he achieved were just awesome and worked very well for establishing that fresh feeling, but sounded much older, even ancient. The hammer dulcimer especially lends itself to Atlantis, an ancient, mysterious city that has hints of splendor and regality. In The Caldera you can hear the cello and bass as they carry both the melody and rhythm that are very much inspired by the ebb and flow of lava.
  For Gerards contribution we should mention the story for a second (dont worry, its all vague and spoiler free!). The story in Ghost of Sparta has some very strong emotional moments and we felt that the music needed to pay appropriate attention to them. Kratos goes through what amounts to an emotional roller coaster and that was yet another opportunity to introduce something musically new for this title. We leaned heavily on Gerard to turn on the emotion for the 2 pieces highlighted here. Both cues are based on the same theme but they each showcase very different emotions, and different characters perspectives, which was essential for this score in order to have a good balance. One more factoid: If you listen even more closely you can hear that these themes are based on non-other-than the original Gof of War melody one part of it, anyway. Because much of the actual story in the game is for you to discover when you play it, I wont say any more than I already have.
  
  Be sure to pre-order the game to get the full soundtrack directly through PSN starting November 2nd, 2010.

Ask the AKC Animal Behaviorist: Helping a Submissive Dog

• Sep 29, 2010 from PawNation in Offbeat
  Filed under: Dogs, Pet Training, Ask the AKC
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  Meet Mary Burch, American Kennel Club Canine Good Citizen Director and Paw Nation's columnist addressing questions on animal behavior. Dr. Burch has over 25 years of experience working with dogs, and is one of fewer than 50 Certified Applied Animal Behaviorists based in the United States. She's the author of 10 books, including the official book on the AKC Canine Good Citizen Program, "Citizen Canine: 10 Essential Skills Every Well-Mannered Dog Should Know."
  
  
  
  I recently adopted a 3-year old mixed-breed dog named Sally. When other dogs approach, she will drop to her belly and won't budge. Sometimes she just stays there, and sometimes she springs up right as they're walking by and wants to play. This scares both the dog and its owner. What do you recommend?
  
  From the way that you have described Sally's behavior, it sounds as though she is a submissive dog. When other dogs approach, submissive dogs will usually avoid eye contact with the other dog, keep their heads down or simply drop to the ground and lay on their backs with their bellies up.
  
  It is as though the submissive dog is signaling to the other dog, I don't want any trouble. If I lay down and expose my belly, you won't think I am trying to threaten you and you won't feel the need to fight.
  
  Just as you described so well with Sally, once the submissive dog knows that everything is okay, she will spring up ready to pounce and play. A relaxed body posture, wiggling, and play bows (where the dog has its front paws and head lowered) are indicators that the dog is ready to play.
  
  Here are some suggestions to help Sally gain confidence around other dogs:
  
  1. Organize play dates. Provide plenty of socialization and experience with other dogs. You can do this by inviting canine friends and their owners over for the afternoon.
  
  2. Try controlled interactions on leash. As you take your dog for a walk, carefully observe another dog on leash that is approaching. If the dog is friendly (with a relaxed body posture) allow the owner and dog to approach and meet Sally. Have a happy voice and praise when your dog has appropriate reactions to the other dog. Whatever you do, don't baby your submissive dog (e.g., there, there, you'll be alright).
  
  3. Visit dog parks. To begin with, make sure there are only a few dogs present when you bring Sally to the dog park. One or two dogs would be ideal. If there are canine bullies who intimidate your dog, you should leave. If your dog is extremely fearful, she may not be quite ready for the dog park.
  
  4. Consider agility training. This is fun for both dogs and owners and it is one of the very best confidence building activities for dogs who are submissive.
  
  If your dog is extremely submissive and routine socialization does not help the problem, consider getting behavioral help from an experienced trainer or animal behaviorist. Most likely, you'll need to do systematic desensitization where you'll start with your dog at a distance and over time, gradually move her closer and closer to other dogs.
  
  Good luck with Sally!
  
  
  
  Do you have an animal behavior question for Dr. Burch? E-mail mary@pawnation.com. If you have questions or concerns about your pet's health, you should consult your veterinarian as soon as possible. Unfortunately, Paw Nation is not staffed to address individual questions about pet health, and we want your pet to stay healthy!
  
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• Nov 25, 2011 from mrtacpans in Offbeat
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Wanted Man: LeBron James About to Choose Up Sides

• Jul 08, 2010 from nbcbayarea(NBC Bay Area) in World news
  LeBron's got a dilemma.He can be seduced by Miami, where a superstar-laden team and untold championships await. He could head for the bright lights of New York and New Jersey, to rebuild teams on his terms, and on the NBA's biggest stage. There's Chicago, and the chance to be like Mike, the game's greatest player and LeBron's boyhood idol.And then there is Cleveland, the plain girl who's been at his side since long before the madness began.It can't be an easy decision, but James seems to have made it far more agonizing for the rest of us than him. Speculation, rumors and tea leaves have swirled for years as the world's most talented basketball player neared free agency after seven years with the Cleveland Cavaliers. In recent days, they've built to a thunderous crescendo. By now, you're either on the edge of your seat or thoroughly sick of it.He's dropped cryptic hints, reporters with "sources close to the James camp" have breathlessly whispered that the 25-year-old forward is "leaning toward" one team or another. He wore a Yankees cap. He talked to Nets minority owner Jay-Z. He met with Dwayne Wade and Chris Bosh, who want him as a teammate in Miami. What does it mean? Which are clues, and which are simply clever misdirections?Tonight at 9:10 pm EST, the suspense ends. On an ESPN special from the Greenwich, Conn., offices of the Boys and Girls Club of America, James has promised to stop driving us crazy and say where he'll play next season. It's the first time a free agency announcement has been primetime viewing, testament to the marketing skills and media manipulation of Team LeBron.It takes 15 seconds to say, Ive decided to stay in Cleveland, but weve got another 59 minutes and 45 seconds to, what? Promote LeBron James? As if we dont do that enough, Orlando Magic Coach Stan Van Gundy groused to the Orlando Sentinel.Perhaps Van Gundy would have a different take if his team were in the hunt. And bear in mind that all profits from the extravaganza go to James' favorite charity, the Boys and Girls' Club.But this is a man who has a tattoo on his chest proclaiming himself "The Chosen One." He opened a Twitter account Tuesday, which he immodestly dubbed the kingjames feed, and here's how he introduced himself: "Hello World, the Real King James is in the Building." He has an ego.If LeBron looks into the cameras tonight and stays in Cleveland, give him credit for loyalty to a city that is sick of being sneered at. James is from just down the road in Akron, and the city's sports fans are still cursing John Elway and mourning the trade that sent Rocky Colavito away. They deserve him.If he picks your team tonight, go ahead and assume NBA titles will rain down on you for the foreseeable future. Praise his "savvy" and bow to him. Get ready to buy a "James" jersey with No. 23 on the back. They should be available by tomorrow morning.But if he jilts your team for another, fancier new girl, you've got the next best thing: a true heel with an egomaniacal streak as wide as his shoulders. And count every year that your team and LeBron's both have to watch as Kobe hoists that championship trophy as a success.

Twilight News Recap of the Day

• Oct 01, 2010 from twilight_site in Entertainment
  Twilight news highlights can be found in all our Twilight News Recaps of the Day by clicking here.
  Sorry, were still moving to another web host to better serve your needs for the latest in Twilight news, updates, and more. We looking forward to some exciting new offerings for you. Thank you for visiting TNS!
  
  
  Banned Book Week is coming up on September 25, so its time to celebrate our favorite challenged/banned books: the Twilight Saga. Although there have been many, many attempts to ban Twilight from schools and libraries, eventually most people grab a clue (or actually read the books). Heres how one source discussed it last year:
  Vampire novels have been a target for years and the Twilight books are so immensely popular that a lot of the concerns people have had about vampires are focused on her books, said Barbara Jones, director of the associations Office for Intellectual Freedom.
  According to the group, Twilight complainers say the books are too sexually explicit, unsuited to age group, or have offensive language.
  Since the books are set in high school and have been written largely for a late teen audience, the complaints seem to be off-base.
  They also seem a little odd since Meyer was brought up as a Mormon and abstinence is a major theme of the books.
  So talk with your friends, teachers, librarians or local bookstores and see if you can schedule your own Banned Book event near you!
  
  
  In case you missed it, the darling Mackenzie Foy has apparently* been cast as Renesmee:
  
  And, Maggie Grace (Shannon Rutherford, Lost) has been cast as Irina:
  
  *According to the mighty Twilight Lexicon, Summit has specifically stated that they are not confirming Mackenzie Foy as Nessie at this time. Uh oh. As we all remember with casting for Alice and Emmett, Summit is the worlds most difficult negotiator, so heres hoping things work out for the best for everyone involved.
  
  
  Twilight Lexicon: This just in from Summit
  The Denali Coven is comprised of Christian Camargo (THE HURT LOCKER, Dexter) as Eleazar:
  
  Casey LaBow (Moonlight) as Kate:
  
  Mia Maestro (Alias, POSEIDON) as Carmen:
  
  MyAnna Buring (DOOMSDAY) as Tanya:
  
  as well as previously announced Maggie Grace (Lost, TAKEN) as Irina.
  
  
  
  TNS Note: Remember that Benjamin, from the Egyptian coven, has already been cast: Rami Malek, who also played the pharoah in the first Night at the Museum film. Expect every entertainment publication the world over to cover this story of the Denali Coven being cast. Heres a few of the first which have been published so far:
  Variety: Mia Maestro, Christian Camargo, Casey LaBow and MyAnna Buring have joined the cast of Summit Entertainments The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn Part 1.
  The four thesps will play members of the Denali Coven, considered cousins of the Cullens and the only other vegetarian vampires
  Bill Condon will helm, with Melissa Rosenberg penning the script. Meyer will produce along with Karen Rosenfelt and Wyck Godfrey.
  Camargo was last seen in The Hurt Locker, while Buring is best known as one of the stars of The Descent.
  Maestros credits include Poseidon and Alias, while LaBow was recently seen in Skateland.
  
  
  Empire: You might remember from Graces casting story that the Denali is the only other group besides the Cullens that have pledged to stay vegetarian, and not feed from or hunt humans. Theyre led by the Spanish couple Carmen (Maestro) and Eleazar (Carmargo).
  But thats not to say the coven is entirely friendly to our heroes. Buring and LaBow are joining Grace as a trio of Russian sisters, with Burings Tanya rivalling Bella for Edwards attention. LaBows Kate, meanwhile, can produce electric shocks. And the whole clan at one point refuses to fight the Volturi, thanks to a longstanding beef with Jacob and the werewolves, but they do eventually help out.
  Buring has a little bit of experience with vampires, having appeared in (whisper it) Lesbian Vampire Killers, though she also has the much more effective horror tale The Descent to her credit. LaBow is a veteran of short-lived US vampire series Moonlight and Maestro dealt with action and danger on Alias.
  
  
  Hollywood Reporter: Buring and LaBow will join the recently cast Maggie Grace as a trio of Russian vampire sisters of the Denali coven. Buring is playing Tanya, a rival to Kristen Stewarts Bella for the attention of Edward (Rob Pattinson), while LaBow will play Kate, who has the ability to produce an electric current that can shock opponents. (Grace is playing villainous Irina.)
  Maestro portrays Carmen and Camargo is Eleazar, the two Spanish heads of the coven, which in the Twilight universe is the only other non-human-feeding vampire clan besides the the Cullen clan.
  A November start is being prepped.
  The first of the Breaking Dawn movies is slated to be released in theaters Nov. 18, 2011, with the second one coming Nov. 16, 2012.
  Buring (pictured left), repped by Ken McReddie Associates and Elevate Entertainment, also appeared in Neil Marshalls...