
April 2023 Archives
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“Better For Me” by Jentl
Written in response to the pandemic, Jentl’s latest single blends shimmering guitars, distorted samples, and soulful vocals.“Sile” by Yttriphie
Originally composed for a psychedelic art installation, this 2016 single is of a piece with Michael Plaster’s Soulwhirlingsomewhere material.Picard and Riker’s Relationship Was the Best Part of Star Trek: Picard
One reason Picard worked as well as it did was that it reveled in the camaraderie between these two old friends.New Subscriber Playlist: “Songs From a Blood Red Sky”
This month’s subscriber-only playlist and podcast episode explore U2’s storied discography.Video Premier: “Night Soughing” by Karen Vogt (Dir. Jolanda Moletta)
Directed by Jolanda Moletta, the moody video is for Karen Vogt’s ocean-inspired Losing the Sea EP.Web Dev Links (April 2023): Color Palettes, Gradients, Typography, Analytics, and More
Gradients and vertical rhythms and shadows, oh my!The Break!! RPG Captures the Vibe of Your Favorite Anime and JRPGs
If you’ve ever wanted to play a Battle Princess or a hapless isekai hero, then Break!! is the game for you.It’s Okay to Live a Quiet Life by Denison Witmer (Review)
Denison Witmer’s new single espouses a quiet life in a suitably hushed manner.“Spirit Duplicator” by Holy Love Incorporated
Airy synth music inspired by Ridge Racer and countless hours of MTV’s Amp.Slowdive Has Finished Recording Their Fifth Album
Almost six years have passed since the shoegazers’ last album.Opus Is My Hot Rod
In addition to being a writing outlet, Opus consistently gives me opportunities to roll up my sleeves and tinker.Twitter vs. Substack, or How Elon Musk Continues to Embarrass Himself
The Twitter CEO’s responses to Substack aren’t sound business decisions. They’re childish tantrums.Pet Shop Boys’ Upcoming SMASH Collects 35 Years’ Worth of Singles
The new compilation features 55 singles on six LPs or three CDs.Depeche Mode and the BBC Concert Orchestra
The synth-pop legends deliver a trio of beautiful orchestral renditions, including a Scott Walker cover.How does the world work in the John Wick movies?
Do politics, religion, and the insurance industry still matter in a world ruled by the High Table and its killers?Miles Morales Is on the Run in the Latest Across the Spider-Verse Trailer
The highly anticipated sequel to 2018’s acclaimed Into the Spider-Verse keeps looking better and better.My Cultural Diet for March 2023: The Sandman, RRR, Indiana Jones, Gideon Falls
A quick rundown of last month’s cultural experiences.April 2023’s Best Streaming Titles: The Big Lebowski, Ong Bak, Coraline, Doctor Who, Psycho
The Dude, Muay Thai action, Neil Gaiman-inspired stop-motion, our favorite Time Lord, Norman Bates, and more.