Articles written by James W. Coates

The Atomic Testing Museum exposes American fascination with atomic bombs and nuclear power from before World War I to the nuclear test moratorium.

Dec 27, 2009 - James W. Coates

On The Resistance, their fifth studio album, Muse have created a difficult collection of songs which may take casual listeners time to digest.

Dec 27, 2009 - James W. Coates

Whether shopping for diamonds, sight-seeing or hanging by the beach, a vacation in Nassau, the Bahamas offers many rewards to cruise ship day-trippers.

Dec 17, 2009 - James W. Coates

Number Ones captures all of Janet Jackson's monster hits from her career making album Control to her latest hits, plus rare singles and collaborations.

Dec 17, 2009 - James W. Coates

Students, businessmen or travelers in search of a secure bag to tote their small laptops and gear need not look any further than Pacsafe's MetroSafe 300 laptop bag.

Dec 17, 2009 - James W. Coates

Trip-hop royalty Portishead change gears and release an electro-charged new track 'Chase the Tear' for Charity.

Dec 10, 2009 - James W. Coates

George Michael lays off the snow long enough to release a new single and Christmas EP in time for the holidays.

Dec 10, 2009 - James W. Coates

In the first of a two-part series, Suite 101 lists the top forty dance songs of 2009 from David Guetta, Lady Gaga, Pet Shop Boys, Depeche Mode and Britney Spears.

Dec 7, 2009 - James W. Coates

In the second of a two-part series, Suite 101 lists the top twenty dance songs of 2009 from David Guetta, La Roux, Madonna, Calvin Harris and Lady Gaga.

Dec 7, 2009 - James W. Coates

December 2009's playlist of new dance songs features tracks from Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Madonna, The Killers, The Pet Shop Boys, Moby and Timbaland.

Dec 7, 2009 - James W. Coates

The 52nd Grammy Awards celebrates dance music with nominations going to Lady Gaga, David Guetta, Madonna, The Pet Shop Boys, Britney Spears and The Black Eyed Peas.

Dec 3, 2009 - James W. Coates

Like buying a car for a great stereo and air con, Robbie Williams' new CD Reality Killed the Radio Star sounds good and feels cool, but in the end it's still a clunker.

Dec 3, 2009 - James W. Coates

U2 chopped down the Joshua Tree and put up a Christmas tree while Madonna hung her stockings bought at Tiffany's in support of 1987's A Very Special Christmas.

Dec 1, 2009 - James W. Coates

You Tube sensation hits big time with mellow covers album featuring her stunning renditions of songs made popular by Madonna and The Rolling Stones.

Nov 30, 2009 - James W. Coates

Colombian-born Shakira channels her inner beast on the nutty electro-disco charged 'She Wolf', a pulsing record that explores the dance diva that only comes out at night.

Nov 27, 2009 - James W. Coates

Like so many artists before them, British synth pop duo Pet Shop Boys get into the yuletide spirit and release 'Christmas' just in time for the holidays.

Nov 27, 2009 - James W. Coates

According to the Mayans, the world ends in three years - about as long as the new disaster movie 2012, easily the worst end-of-civilization film ever.

Nov 25, 2009 - James W. Coates

Dada Life have happy hands & happy feet but on their debut album, Just Do The Dada, they just bleepin' hope the dance world enjoys their sugar rush as much as they do.

Nov 23, 2009 - James W. Coates

After enjoying a rewarding career that has spanned three decades, Sting releases his first album of Christmas music - If On a Winter's Night.

Nov 8, 2009 - James W. Coates

Dutch DJ Tiesto calls in favours from Calvin Harris, Nelly Furtado, Metric's Emily Haines, Dizzee Rascal as well as Tegan and Sara to flesh out new album Kaleidoscope.

Nov 3, 2009 - James W. Coates

Hangover queen Florence and the Machine step in to cast their musical spell,while the world waits for Amy Winehouse to dry out and Adele to record something buzzworthy.

Oct 21, 2009 - James W. Coates

Lead singer for British Alternative/Electronica experimental band Radiohead, Thom Yorke releases four new solo singles, the first since his 2006 album The Eraser.

Oct 18, 2009 - James W. Coates

For his latest artist record, David Guetta calls up Hip Hop's Akon, Kelly Rowland, Ne-Yo, Kid Cudi, will.i.am and Novel and invites them to his Trance infused dance club.

Oct 18, 2009 - James W. Coates

2007's breakout star Mika returns with The Boy Who Knew Too Much, an album of pop/dance/show tunes highlighting his falsetto and love of all things this side of kitsch.

Oct 18, 2009 - James W. Coates

It's time to deck the iPods with new tunes for Christmas. (Ka-chi)gle all the way with these holiday cash grabs, er...that is, stocking stuffers.

Oct 15, 2009 - James W. Coates

On November 17, global superstar Janet Jackson releases Number Ones - a career spanning new Greatest Hits Package on two CDs featuring new song Make Me.

Oct 13, 2009 - James W. Coates

Nelly Furtado releases her fourth album, Mi Plan, her first in Spanish, proving once again this Canadian singer-songwriting superstar follows her own plan.

Oct 5, 2009 - James W. Coates

On Man on the Moon: The End of Day, Kid Cudi goes from lonely stoner to mega star stoner lost in space. The end of the day can't come soon enough.

Oct 4, 2009 - James W. Coates

This month, Royksopp release their third single from Junior, La Roux their fourth from their debut album plus plenty of new tracks on October 2009's new dance playlist.

Oct 4, 2009 - James W. Coates

On his last album, Calvin Harris created disco. Follow-up Ready For The Weekend blasts out of the late 70's night club with in-your-face through-the-roof house beats.

Sep 27, 2009 - James W. Coates

Pacsafe designs anti-theft bags for students, business people, travelers and commuters to keep gear safely inside and unwanted pickpockets out.

Sep 27, 2009 - James W. Coates

Star-studded releases drop like leaves this fall with new CDs from Mika, Robbie Williams, trip hop veterans Massive Attack, Tiësto, Michael Jackson and Madonna.

Sep 24, 2009 - James W. Coates

Portland Oregon synth wizard, Scott Burgess, recording as VX-323, releases his first album of highly computerized music, Chansons.

Sep 6, 2009 - James W. Coates

On Perfecto Vegas, Paul Oakenfold returns to his House roots and serves up one of the hottest techno dance compilations this year.

Sep 3, 2009 - James W. Coates

Major Lazer lost both arms in the Zombie War of 1984. The US Military rescued him and fastened laser prosthetic limbs to his stubs. This is his debut album.

Sep 2, 2009 - James W. Coates

From the sensuality of Zumanity to the water sports of 'O', Cirque du Soleil dazzles Las Vegas with its unique blending of music, art and performance acrobatics.

Aug 30, 2009 - James W. Coates

Fishing once dominated the landscape in Canada's most easterly province; today tourists find plenty to hold their fascination in St. John's Newfoundland.

Aug 25, 2009 - James W. Coates

If Erasure, the Eurythmics, Yaz and Soft Cell had a baby, and they hired A Flock of Seagulls as her stylist, they'd call her La Roux.

Aug 25, 2009 - James W. Coates

On his latest album, Wait For Me, techno master Moby strikes a different chord than on 2008's Last Night, offering a highly personal album of mostly quiet instrumentals.

Aug 25, 2009 - James W. Coates

When packing for a trip, for a weekend or a round the world trek, versatility is key to packing effectively.

Aug 2, 2009 - James W. Coates

To get the most out of travel, pack wisely and bring necessary and appropriate gear. Use these essential gear packing lists for starters

Aug 2, 2009 - James W. Coates

Junior Boys' third album of dreamy electronica inspires deep reflection despite using the word 'dull' in the title.

Jul 5, 2009 - James W. Coates

Even after his death, Michael Jackson continues to shatter records and add weight to his self-declared title 'King of Pop', with number one albums in the US and the UK.

Jul 2, 2009 - James W. Coates

UK DJ/Producer Adam Freeland sits down to chat with Suite 101 about new album Cope, touring, his show and favorite new music.

Jun 26, 2009 - James W. Coates

Michael Jackson has as many Greatest Hits collections as albums. While all incomplete, The Essential Michael Jackson gathers 37 of his best known hits from Ben to Beat It

Jun 26, 2009 - James W. Coates

Great Northern release their sophomore album, Remind Me Where the Light Is, a collection of atmospheric and earnest soul-searching anthems.

Jun 24, 2009 - James W. Coates

Summer 2009 has finally arrived and with it a picnic basket full of scorching new dance/techno songs for the beach, the club or the patio party.

Jun 2, 2009 - James W. Coates

Freeland fuses rock with dance to make Cope, one of the most exciting electronica albums of summer 2009.

Jun 2, 2009 - James W. Coates

L'Astral, the revolving restaurant in Quebec City's Loews Le Concorde Hotel serves up a feast for the eyes as well as for the taste buds.

May 31, 2009 - James W. Coates

Conveniently located adjacent to the Grand Allee, Loews Le Concorde offers affordable luxury and one of the best views in Quebec City.

May 26, 2009 - James W. Coates