We know your time (and money) is precious, so we at KENTON have narrowed down all of this summer’s new films to the ones you need to see, starting with this weekend’s Iron Man 3.  Opening May 3, 2013 Iron Man 3 picks up after the events in last summer Marvel’s The Avengers and stars Robert Downey Jr., Don Cheadle, Gwyneth Paltrow, and new badie Ben Kingsley. Rated PG-13, tickets now on pre-sale at Fandango.com.

One of the films that has the biggest buzz right now is Baz Luhrmann’s take on The Great Gatsby.  This film was original scheduled for a holiday 2012 release before Warner Bros moved it to a summer release.  The film stars Leonardo Dicaprio as Jay Gatsby, Carey Mulligan as Daisy Buchanan, Tobey Maguire as Nick Carraway, Joel Edgerton as Tom Buchanan, and Isla Fisher as Myrtle Wilson. So far this film has the distinct look and feel of a Baz Luhrmann film, with an amazing soundtrack to match. Rated PG-13, The Great Gatsby opens nationwide on May 10th and at the Festival de Cannes on May 15th.

Calling all Trekkies! This next film is for you. On May 17th, J.J. Abrams and company will release the next installment of the rebooted Star Trek franchise with Star Trek Into the Darkness.  This film features all the same characters as the 2009 film and features Benedict Cumberbatch (BBC’s Sherlock Holmes) as the baddie Khan. Rated PG-13.

Before 2009, the movie most synonymous to Las Vegas was Ocean’s 11, then a little film called The Hangover starring Bradley Cooper opened and a trip to Vegas would never be the same.  After a slightly funny sequel in 2011, the crew is back for the final film in this trilogy with The Hangover Part III.  The regular crew is back including the hilarious Mr. Chow and is headed back to Las Vegas with John Goodman as the film villain. Rated R for obvious reasons and opens nationwide May 24th.

In the mood for a double feature? Then book the weekend of June 14th for a weekend at the movies as both Man of Steel (the latest attempt at rebooting the Superman franchise) and The Bling Ring open up in theaters. Man of Steel stars Henry Cavill (The Tudors) as Clark Kent and is directed by 300 and The Watchmen director Zack Snyder. Unlike the 2006 Superman Returns, Man of Steel will feature General Zod as the main villian.   The Bling Ring stars Emma Watson and several newcomers and tells the story of real-life Hollywood Hills robberies that happened back in 2008-2009.  The film was written and directed by Sofia Coppola and will open the  Un Certain Regard section of the 2013 Cannes Film Festival.  Man of Steel is rated PG-13 while The Bling Ring is rated R.

Disney/Pixar has seen a lot of success with sequels to their early hits and on June 21st their latest film is more of a prequel.  Monsters University will take place before the events of 2001 Monsters, Inc and will see Mike and Sulley during their days at Monsters University. Monsters University is not yet rated but will most likely be PG .  Also opening in June is the new female led comedy The Heat staring Melissa McCarthy and Sandra Bullock.  This is another film that was slated earlier on the release calendar but got moved to the summer to hopefully bring in more dollars.  The Heat features Bullock as an FBI special agent who is paired with a local Boston officer (McCarthy) to take down a drug load.  Rated R and opens June 28th.

As long as Hugh Jackman is alive there will be more films about his X-Men alter ego, Wolverine. July 26th’s The Wolverine is the latest film in the long running X-Men franchise and will see Logan go to a modern-day Japan where he finds people from his past.  As of press time The Wolverine is unrated but we expect the film to be rated PG-13.

Rounding out our summer movie list is the latest fantasy book-to-film adaptation, The Mortal Instruments: The City of Bones.  Now if  you haven’t heard of The Mortal Instruments this highly popular book series tells the story of Clary Fray who must deal with another world to help rescue her missing mother. The film stars Lily Collins (Mirror, Mirror) as Clary, Jamie Campbell Bower (The Twilight Saga, Harry Potter) as Jace Wayland, and Jonathan Rhys Meyers as Valentine Morgenstern and is based off the novel by Cassandra Clare. Look for The Mortal Instruments: The City of Bones, which is not yet rated, to open nationwide on August 23rd.

In this enticing yet sweet teaser, the always flirtatious Mariah Carey can be seen giggling, licking her lips, touching her hair, and best of all, throwing off her Louboutins while seated on an expensive motorcycle. Fans will be able to hear the full track on May 6th, 2013, when “BEAUTIFUL” is released worldwide. For now, be prepared to be fully ‘teased’ by Mrs. Carey Cannon as we await the return of the Voice.

Jazzy brass, a beat-driven groove and swaggering bass line take the former house drummer’s impeccable pop to another level including a mid-track breakdown into a bass solo and handclaps. Sassy lyrics; “Luckily I got a book of tricks/Know what I gotta do to get my kicks,” give “Live a Little” just enough bite to go along with the single’s irresistible strut.

Set in an empty studio, the video finds Florrie multiplying to provide her own percussion, horns and tambourine. The confident pop starlet rocks a classic white tee and jeans with thick gold cuff bracelets and black high tops, showcasing a pair of black Sony earphones as Florrie and “Live a Little” will be featured in an upcoming ad campaign for Sony XBA C10 In-ear headphones.

Whatever the reason for the release of “Live a Little” Florrie offers another pop gem on her slow and steady rise to pop notoriety.

KENTON magazine: It’s been a while since we met and did our first feature with you. What have you been up to since then? Aaron Crawford: I have been up to a lot! Spent some time in LA recording and playing, and released a record that I’m super proud of, with some great friends, including Nik Hughes from Youngblood Hawke and Adam Macdougall from The Black Crowes. The first single “Bad Habit” did pretty well and had us busy performing radio shows and festivals in 2012.  We also appeared on Fox 5′s Morning show and hit some Red Carpet events in New York City, like the premiere of Rob Burnett’s latest film We Made This Movie.  So far in 2013, the band has started work on a new record, was nominated for 2 Washington Area Music awards and invited to perform multiple showcases at SXSW.  It’s been Rad!

KENTON: What’s the most exciting thing you’re currently working on?  Aaron: I would have to say the new record! This one is going to be a fun record, more party with the same emphasis on huge choruses.  I have also been dabbling with keys and electronic sounds, and I love gypsy punk. I’m really trying to bring all of that together on this one – a lot of energy and songs that make you want to sing along!

KENTON: Can you share some inspiration behind your new album?  Aaron: My past has a lot to do with this new record. I wanted to step away from writing solely about relationships, and open up about things that I wouldn’t normally write about.  Everyone loves a song about partying and getting laid, but that doesn’t mean every song has to be about it, you know? One of the songs, “Time To Swim” is literally about avoiding going to jail after a street fight, by diving into a lake and swimming to the other shoreline. I want those stories heard.  Real stories make great songs.

KENTON: Anything exciting about this new album that listeners might not know? Or something you’re personally excited about? Aaron: Aside from some of the names that will be on the record, the most exciting thing I think is that I’m getting back to my edgy roots, which will make the live shows more energetic than they already are.  Crazy truth and passion going into these songs! Really excited to get it out! I’m also excited about where music is going in general. There are some great bands out there doing their thing. I’ve been digging on bands like Chvrches and The Wavves lately and of course I got love for Youngblood Hawke! Awesome stuff!

KENTON: What’s next now?  Aaron: My focus this year is more touring and I would also love to go overseas with this new stuff.  After the record comes out, I’ll go where it takes me…

Listen to Aaron Crawford’s new single “Rebel Hearts One” below and download it for free for the next two weeks!

Keep up with Aaron on Twitter @AaronCrawfrd.

Photo Credit: Jonathan Thorpe
Location: Rock and Roll Hotel, Washington DC

Clothing Credits:
Charles and 1/2 jacket
Calvin Klein T-shirt
ASOS Chinos Live Shot

Clothing Credits:
The Cast “Aloha from Hell” T-shirt
Vans Chinos

Originally started as a duo by Robert Cepeda and Jamie Leffler, DWNTWN became a newly minted trio adding drummer Jerrod Bettis into the mix giving the band a more bombastic live presence while hitting up Miami Beach’s Art Basel in December along with local L.A. performance and shot two videos including The Red Room single, the synth-drenched “Stood Me Up.”

Vocalist Jamie Leffler explains the concept for the recently released clip of “Stood Me Up” saying; “We wanted to make a video that captured the vibe of the song and stay away from having an involved story line.” Directed by Jeremy Johnstone, the video follows bandmate Robert Cepeda on his road trip as a hitch hiker, complete with late night hotel drinking and a trip to the tattoo parlor. According to Leffler, “Robert loves Kurt Cobain and Johnny Cash, so getting to be a grungy country dude getting sketchy tattoos, and hitch hiking was right up his alley.” The video’s loose, free spirit suits the track’s dreamy, escapist feel even if “Stood Me Up” is a bittersweet affair as its title suggests. DWNTWN are in the midst of completing their second video for fellow EP track “See My Eyes” and will be playing SXSW (South by Southwest) later this month. Be sure to check out the video below.

Kicking us off this week is Snow White aka Bella Swan-Cullen aka Kristen Stewart who hit the purple carpet for the Kid’s Choice Awards in L.A..  Looking like she is ready for spring to happen, Kristen looked down-right peppy, pretty, and chic in a blue and black checkered top/shorts from Osman that she paired with pointy toe Christian Louboutin pumps.  Even her make-up and her ready for spring braid were flawless.  Too bad this whole look was ruined thanks to the infamous green slime.

The always lovely Blake Lively took her fashionable self up north to Toronto for Target’s opening party.  Going for a full spring look Blake chose a soft Roland Mouret watercolor print dress that she paired with foral print pumps from Christian Louboutin.

The Host is the latest book turned film from Stephenie Meyer which means premieres a plenty.  Actress Christiane Seidel turned up at The Cinema Society & Jaeger-LeCoultre hosted NYC premiere in a fern metallic cocktail dress from the fall 2013 THEIA collection.  We adore the cap sleeve and baroque inspired neckline on this dress.

Also attending the New York screening of The Host was Diane Kruger, who stars in the film.  Diane hit the carpet in a Chanel studded mini that was pretty but understated.  Her shoes on the other hand are drool worthy.  The red carpet lighting made it look like Diane wore tights with some pumps, when in fact she was wearing a pair of suede thigh-high (or higher) boots from Christian Louboutin.  We’ve always loved Diane’s fearless style and this just makes us love her more.

This week Weight Watchers celebrated 50 years of helping people lose weight and to help with the celebration was actress/singer/Weight Watchers success story Jennifer Hudson.  JHud showed off her fabulous slimmed down body in a Donna Karan gold metallic pencil skirt, black top, and Christian Louboutin Diptic pump.

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Here’s a rundown of some of the multi-day festivals running up and down the Western United States and Canada this season:
(Not all the festivals have their artist line-up announced but genre and some featured artists are listed where available)

Country Thunder Arizona 2013 – Florence, AZ April 11-14, 2013 – Country – Toby Keith, Lady Antelbellum

Coachella 2013 – Indio, CA April 12-14 & April 19-21, 2013 – Multi-Genre – Stone Roses, Blur, Red Hot Chili Peppers

Stagecoach 2013 – Indio, CA April 26-28, 2013 – Country – Toby Keith, Lady Antelbellum

Bottle Rock Napa Valley 2013 – Napa, CA May 9-11, 2013 – Multi-Genre – The Black Keys, Alabama Shakes, Train

Sasquatch 2013 – George, WA May 24- 27, 2013 – Multi-Genre – Mumford & Sons, The Lumineers, Bloc Party

15^th Annual Punk Rock Bowling  - Las Vegas, NV May 25-27, 2013 – Punk – Bad Religion, Lagwagon, Subhumans

Ink N’ Iron 2013 – Long Beach, CA June 7-9, 2013 – Punk/Rockabilly – Tattoos, Hot Rods, Burlesque : Iggy & The Stooges, Sharon Jones & Dap Kings

Sled Island Music Festival – Calgary, AB June 19-22, 2013 – Multi-Genre – Jesus & Mary Chain, John Spenser Blues Explosion, Thee Oh Sees

Sierra Nevada World Music Festival 2013 – Boonville, CA June 21-23, 2013 – Roots / Reggae – Damian Marley, K’naan

Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas  - Las Vegas, NV June 21-23, 2013 – EDM – Carnival Rides, Electronic Artists.

Victoria International Jazz Festival – Victoria, BC June 21- 30, 2013 – Jazz – Serena Ryder, Bettye LaVette, Esperenza Spalding

Boonstock 2013 – Gibbons, AB (near Edmonton) June 27- 30, 2013 – Rock / Dance – Everlast, Limp Bizkit, Benny Benassi, Eric Prydz

Waterfront Blues Festival 2013 – Portland, OR July 4 – 7, 2013 – Blues – Mavis Staples, John Hiatt & The Combo

Calgary Stampede 2013 – Calgary, AB July 5-14, 2013 – More than just cowboys, multi-genre music – Tim McGraw, Carly-Rae Jepsen, Raghav, Our Lady Peace

Keloha Festival 2013 – Kelowna, BC July 5-7,2013 – Rock/Pop – Tokyo Police Club, The Sheepdogs, The Pack AD

Vancouver Island MusicFest 2013 – Comox Valley, BC July 12-14, 2013 – Folk/Rock – Kris Kristofferson, Indigo Girls, Sue Medley

Rock The Shores 2013 – Victoria, BC July 13-14, 2013 – Rock – Weezer, Sam Roberts Band, Mother Mother

Vancouver Folk Music Festival – Vancouver, BC July 19-21, 2013 – Folk – TBA

Vancouver International Jazz Festival – Vancouver, BC July 21 – July 1, 2013 – Jazz – Herbie Hancock, Esperenza Spalding

Motion Notion  - Golden, BC July 25-29, 2013 – EDM – TBA

What The Festival 2013 – White River Canyon, OR July 26-28, 2013 – EDM – TBA

Center of Gravity 2013 – Kelowna, BC August 2-4, 2013 – Dance/Hip Hop – Lupe Fiasco, Morgan Page,

Pickathon 2013 – Happy Valley, OR August 2-4, 2013 – Indie Rock – Tift Merritt, Feist, Andrew Bird

Watershed Festival 2013 – George, WA August 2-4, 2013 – Country – Brad Paisley, Luke Bryan, Terry Clark

Shambhala Music Festival – Salmo, BC August 7-12, 2013 – Electronic

Edmonton Folk Festival – Edmonton, AB August 8-11, 2013 – Folk – Bruce Cockburn, The Head & The Heart, Neko Case

Squamish Valley Music Fest – Squamish, BC August 9-10, 2013 – Multi-Genre – Queens Of The Stone Age, Vampire Weekend, Band Of Horses

Outside Lands 2013 – San Francisco, CA August 9-11, 2013 – Multi-Genre – TBA

Rockin’ River Music Fest 2013 – Mission, BC August 15-17, 2013 – Country – Big & Rich, Joe Nichols, Brad Paisley

Salmon Arm Blues & Roots Festival 2013 – Salmon Arm, BC August 16-18, 2013 – Blues/Roots – City & Colour, The Harpoonist & The Axe Murderer

Pacific National Exhibition – Vancouver, BC August 18 – September 2, 2013 – Multi-Genre – nightly concerts TBA

The Big Time Out 2013 – Cumberland, BC August 18-19, 2013 – Multi-Genre – Elliott Brood, Black Mountain

Burning Man – Black Rock Desert, NV August 26 – September 2, 2013 – Art/Experience

Bumbershoot Festival 2013 – Seattle, WA August 31-September 2, 2013 – Multi-Genre – TBA

MusicfestNW (MFNW) 2013 – Portland, OR September 4-8, 2013 – Multi-Genre – TBA

Rifflandia Festival 2013 – Victoria, BC September 12-15, 2013 – Multi-Genre – TBA

10^th Anniversary Decibel Festival  - Seattle, WA September 25-29, 2013 – EDM – TBA

BreakOut West Festival  - Calgary, AB October 3-6, 2013 – Multi-Genre/Conference – TBA

Vanessa Hudgens looked perfectly chic for the DVF Loves ROXY Launch earlier this week.  Taking a break from promoting her new film Spring Breakers, Hudgens appropriately wore a DVF jacket and shoes paired with a grey t-shirt and black skinny jeans. She finished off her look with  Palladium Cyclone, Cosmic Meteor, and circular rings and House of Harlow 1960 necklace.

Alison Williams is one of our favorite new “it” girls right now and fronting the current issue of  Town & Country, Alison is also on the cover of Boston Common Magazine.  To celebrate, Williams went with a white and amethyst creeping lily printed silk and cotton tee with a matching pencil skirt from the Prabal Gurung Pre-Fall 2013 Collection.  Count this as another win for Alison on the red carpet.

Emmy Rossum might not be staring in  Disney’s Oz: The Great and Powerful, but that didn’t stop her from attending the Gucci and The Cinema Society NYC premiere of the new film.  We applaud Emmy for her use of spring colors and floral print to get us in the mood for spring in head to toe Oscar de la Renta  Pre-Fall 2013.

Abigail Breslin, that cute you little girl from Little Miss Sunshine is all grown-up and she proved that at the premiere for her new film The Call.  Abigail showed off her new grown-up self in a Alice + Olivia by Stacey Bendet “Addison” bow collar cropped jacket paired with the “Eric” wide leg pants.  She polished off her look with a bold red lip, which is always in season.

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