Alternative music, cult films, and pop culture explored through a Gen X lens — with reviews, interviews, and a deep-dive podcast.
Top 40 Darkest Rock Albums Part 1 I guess it’s the unrelenting summer heat and sunshine that’s making me crave some dark music. Or maybe it’s just because I’m a grumpy soul. But there’s something deeply satisfying in a work of tortured genius; they seem to stick with you more than breezy pop fluff. What […]
Album Review: Snailface I and II [rating=4] As mentioned in my first ever blog post, I think modern-day rock is in pretty crappy shape. Sure there are some good new bands out there in the mellower vein, but as far as heavy riffing with groove, it’s in short supply. But as my friends point out, […]
Top 20 Best Twilight Zone Episodes Part 2 Okay, so here we are for 2nd installment of the Top 20 Best Twilight Zone episodes. Before reading be sure to read Part 1 of the series, to see what you missed. In the words of Rod Serling: “Submitted for your approval”…: 12. “To Serve Man” An Alien ship […]
Is the concept of selling out past its sell by date? Recently I saw a Gucci ad which uses Depeche Mode’s ‘Strangelove’ in its campaign ad. And during the Super Bowl, millions heard the mash-up of the Cult’s ‘She Sells Sanctuary” and Flo-Rida’s “Good Feeling” during a Miller Lite ad. Most people in my age […]
Top 20 Best Twilight Zone Episodes. It’s almost that time of year again! Syfy Channel will once again air its annual July 4th Twilight Zone Marathon. The Twilight Zone remains the best show ever made in television history. Creator Rod Serling’s classic fusion of sci-fi, horror, and fantasy has blown people’s minds ever since its debut […]
Album Release News: Muse, Roxy Music Muse will be releasing their long awaited follow up to 2009’s “The Resistance” when their new album, “The 2nd law”, arrives on Sept. 18th. They’ve come up with an interesting promo, which you can see on Pretty Much Amazing, by clicking here. It’s shot like a big blockbuster film […]
*A Disturbing, disorienting thriller,”We Need To Talk About Kevin” leaves a lasting impression. [rating=4] “We Need To Talk About Kevin”, based on the novel by Lionel Shriver, has a sense of unease and dread that keeps you unsettled from the first to last frame. Tilda Swinton plays Eva Khatchadourian, mother to Kevin, an adolescent involved […]
Top 20 Oddball Toys From the 70’s/80’s Part 2 Okay, here we are for 2nd installment of the kookiest and most beloved toys from my childhood. Be sure to catch part 1 if you haven’t done so already: 9. Eagle Eye G.I. Joe G.I. Joe originated as 12 inch action figures, long before their […]
Top 20 Oddball Toys From the 70’s and 80’s Part 1 I don’t know how most of you felt about your toys growing up, but for this only child, they were prize possessions, and provided endless hours of entertainment. There is a clear demarcation with toy lovers born in the late 60’s or early 70’s, […]
The Ultimate Rock Wedding Playlist *Before you check out this list, you might want to read my instructions on how to build your wedding playlist so that you have everything flow smoothly regarding timing out the selections, etc. Are you stuck for ideas and need some rocking song selections to give your wedding festivities a little […]
