There's so much good stuff on Xbox Music and Xbox Video. How do you keep up with what's new and worth checking out? You don't have to; we'll do that for you. Every Friday we'll grab the hottest albums and singles on Xbox Music. We'll also let you know what movies and television shows are out to watch on Xbox Video. It's the weekend, and we'll help entertain you.
Xbox Music
Foo Fighters – Sonic Highways
The American rock band Foo Fighters have released their eighth studio album. Each song on the album was recorded in a different U.S. city: Austin, Chicago, LA, Nashville, New Orleans, NYC, Seattle and Washington D.C. The album also serves as a companion album to their new HBO documentary. Check the singles Something from Nothing and Congregation for an idea of what the album is like. [Alternative rock]
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Big K.R.I.T. – Cadillactica
Cadillactica is the second studio album from rapper Big K.R.I.T. Look for guest appearances from Lupe Fiasco, Wiz Khalifa, E-40 and others. The overall album has received a ton of critical praise, so it's worth a listen by any hip hop fans. Check the singles Pay Attention and Cadillactica [Hip hop]
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Various artists – Hyperdub 10.4
2014 marks the ten-year anniversary of London-based record label Hyperdub. They're releasing four compilation albums this year to celebrate the occasion. The fourth and final, Hyperdub 10.4, just dropped earlier this week. Look for an unreleased track from Burial as your surprise on this album, plus some solid Kode9 tracks. [Electronic / Dance]
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Xbox Video
How to Train Your Dragon 2
Sure it's for kids, but the How to Train Your Dragon series is pretty good. The second and most recent movie is now out to rent on Xbox Video. [PG, 1 hr 42 min]
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Tammy
It's a dumb comedy, but it's one of the few new movies out to rent this week [R, 1 hr 37 min]
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Jersey Boys
Jersey Boys tells the story of the American rock and pop band The Four Seasons. Directed by Clint Eastwood, the movie was hit and miss with critics. Thankfully Xbox Video has a ten minute preview available if you think you might want to check it out. [R, 2 hr 15 min]
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Bonus - UFC 180
Daniel wanted me to make sure nobody missed UFC 180 this weekend! You're not going to want to miss the interim heavyweight title fight between Fabricio Werdum and Mark Hunt.
UFC on Xbox isn't available for the Xbox One just yet, so don't retire your Xbox 360. Who are you pulling for this weekend?
What are you watching or listening to this weekend? Share your recommendations with everyone else below!
The Weekend Entertainment column is for you. Find anything you want to see? Let me know! Send suggestions and tips to me on Twitter (@samsabri).
