Rum and Coke

Posted on July 27, 2012

 

Let’s face it, there’s nothing truly exotic about a Rum and Coke anymore. Like any cliche, its popularity has waxed because of its widespread accessibility.

But that wasn’t always so. The ubiquitous college party cocktail got its start as the “Cuba Libre,” possibly, as some believe, because it was enjoyed by patriots aiding the now hostile country during the Spanish-American War.

On the other hand, it could have come about when someone had the genius idea of pouring some rum into his bottle of Coca-Cola. The world may never know, but we can sure as hell enjoy it.

This one’s simple:

* Fill highball glass with ice.

* Two parts Cola, one part white rum. Stir.

* Garnish with lime wedge.

 

VIDEO: Katy Perry – “Wide Awake”

Posted on July 27, 2012

Katy Perry journeys with her younger self through a magical maze (AKA the last two years of her life) in the music video for her latest hit “Wide Awake.”  The clip opens with Katy on set of her “California Gurls” music video before she enters the labyrinth.  She is bombarded by paparazzi, experiences a fall from grace and finds her Prince Charming, who she punches in the face.  Watch Katy’s mystical last chapter of her Teenage Dream era in the video below:


 

 

 

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New Music Director: J. Cole

Posted on July 27, 2012

J Cole is riding high this summer with his hot single "Nobody's Perfect" blazing a path up the charts. Even though his debut album Cole World: The Sideline Story is less than a year old, fans are already clamoring for the young artist to get back in the studio.

Check out the artist talking to our friends at New Music Director about the things that inspire him below.

 

 

 

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This Week’s Funniest Tweets

Posted on July 27, 2012

This week’s most hilarious tweets centered around the Tom Cruise and Katie Holmes divorce, Fred Willard, the Penn State scandal and Kristen Stewart.  See what tweeters had to say:

 

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Pineapple Martini

Posted on July 27, 2012

 

For those who prefer vodka, the Pineapple Martini is a fine way to go come summertime. The mild and mellow flavors of the fruit juice balance well with the crispness of the vodka, making for a libation that will provide instant refreshment.

* Add 2 oz. vodka to a shaker full of ice.

* Follow that with 1/4 cup crushed pineapple (and its natural juices), and 1/4 oz. simple syrup.

* Shake well and strain into a chilled martini glass. Use leftover pineapple wedge for garnish and enjoy.

Margarita

Posted on July 27, 2012

This time-tested buzz-bringer from South of the Border makes its way into our cocktail glasses as early as Cinco de Mayo, and doesn't leave until sometime in late September. While its origin is the stuff of legend, we're fairly certain of one thing: it was named for a gal named "Marguerite" (or possibly Rita De La Rosa).

Fortunately, the drink's divergent beginnings have all led to one essential recipe. Follow the steps below to have this classic on the rocks, or mix the ingredients in a blender for a frozen treat.

* Cut a wedge of lime and rim your margarita glasses with it. Next, hold the glasses upside-down and dip the rim into salt. Set aside.

* In a shaker, combine 35 ml (7 parts) tequila with 20 ml (4 parts) triple sec

* Add 15 ml (3 parts) lemon or lime juice

* Shake well and pour into salt-rimmed glasses. Delicious.

VIDEO: Gotye featuring Kimbra – “Somebody That I Used to Know”

Posted on July 26, 2012

Indie pop artist Gotye shows his vulnerable side in the music video for the hit breakup anthem “Somebody That I Used to Know.”  A naked Gotye is pictured as he slowly begins to be covered in body paint.  He is later joined by a nude Kimbra, who also gets painted up like Gotye. The duo gets colored in fragmented shapes, comes together for a short time and then falls apart just as quickly.  The paint on Kimbra washes away at the end of the video as they go their separate ways.

Watch the artistically animated video filled with trippy slow-motion cinematography below:
 

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Katherine Epstein (@RTNowRadio) for Cumulus Media © 2012

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