By Scott Boardman

War a la Mode

www.depechemode.com

You know things are getting shitty in the Middle East when one of the biggest alternative bands of all time has to cancel a show because of the current drama. Yes, no Depeche Mode for Tel Aviv, and what sucks even more is that Mode cannot reschedule the concert, as this was the final stop in their 10-month world tour. Don’t fret: The trio are releasing a greatest hits album due out in November along with a brand new single called “Martyr” in late October. God, we can already feel the depression lift!

50 Ways of Saying Fabulous

www.50waysofsayingfabulous.com

This coming-of-age movie is filled with innocent delight. This import from New Zealand writer and director Stewart Main is comedic and poignant in many ways. Teaching tolerance, diversity, and love, newcomer and star of the movie Andrew Paterson plays a young gay teen learning to accept himself and the environment around him. The youthful cast all have roles that will make your heart melt and ears sharpen up if you are not used to a British dialect.

Marilyn Gone Wild

www.marilynwines.com

Drink with the original diva. This Napa Valley 1.5 liter magnum bottle of wine features an original photograph of a nude Marilyn Monroe against a background of red velvet, taken in 1949, which later became the centerfold of the first issue of Playboy magazine in 1953. Going for $225, this is a pricey drink, but would you expect anything less from Marilyn?

Connie Francis Sings Jewish Favorites

www.conniefrancis.com

Connie Francis’ newest album might not be the biggest chart topper, however when we received an e-mail from Mel Gibson directly, we knew this album was going to make a difference. Francis has been a diva for numerous decades, and this campy CD will prove it. It is just too bad her huge hit “Warm this Winter” is not on this Hebrew album. Hey Connie, Jews celebrate winter—just not Christmas.

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