New Music Friday: April 5, 2024

#NewMusicFriday w/albums by @StrungOut @VampireWeekend @TheBlackKeys @KPmusik @realmarcusking @Beatenberg_Band @Old97s @Khruangbin @Kate_Clover_ @dustinkensrue @TheKsUK @XAmbassadors @baysideband @dreamcarmusic & songs by @GlassAnimals @carybrothers

This week is insane. It’s one of those release weeks where there really is too much good stuff, and I just hope I have the time to listen to all of it. I don’t have the space to be clever in my writing, so let’s list these out; new albums from Strung Out, Vampire Weekend, The Black Keys, Katie Pruitt, Marcus King, Old 97’s, Beatenberg, Khurangbin, Dustin Kensrue, X Ambassadors, Kate Clover, The…

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Music Video: The K's - Heart On My Sleeve 

Audio now available on all platforms: https://theks.os.fan/

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Fave Five: Queer Astronomy Fiction

How to Become a Planet by Nicole Melleby (Contemporary MG) The Weight of the Stars by K. Ancrum (Speculative YA Romance) The Darkness Outside Us by Eliot Schrefer (YA Sci-Fi Romance) Shoot the Moon by Isa Arsén (Historical Fiction) The Lady’s Guide to Celestial Mechanics by Olivia Waite (Historical Romance) Bonus: While less about Astronomy itself, Honey Girl by Morgan Rogers stars a PhD in…

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Barbie's Pride Ward(a)robe, Part Six

2023 is all about the cultural phenomenon that is Barbie, but as much as I consider myself a collector, I’ve never been into pink. Nor am I excited by many of her fashions. As there is one colour palette I’m passionate about, for @aggressivelyarospec‘s Aggressively Arospectacular I’m posting my biggest crafting project yet: clothes and accessories for dolls who want to make fashion all about our…

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What are the Best Anime For Each Alphabet Letter?

Anime, the captivating world of Japanese animation, encompasses a vast array of genres, styles, and themes. From action-packed adventures to heartwarming romances, anime offers something for everyone. But with such a vast selection available, deciding what to watch next can be challenging. In this blog post, we’ll embark on a journey through the alphabet, exploring some of the best anime for each…

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K’s Workshop 2019 Suzuki GSX-RR Transkit WIP

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Jungkook, Tomorrow X Together and Stray Kids nominated at 2024 People’s Choice Awards

The 2024 People’s Choice Awards is set to be a night of celebration for K-pop fans around the world as three prominent groups – BTS’s Jungkook, Tomorrow X Together (TXT), and Stray Kids – have received nominations in various categories. These nominations not only reflect the growing popularity of K-pop but also highlight the global influence and recognition of these talented artists. Jungkook’s…

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BanG Dream! It's MyGO!!!!! Spoiler-Filled Review

BanG Dream! It’s MyGO!!!!! is an anime series adapting the band MyGO!!!!!. Its the latest adaptation of Bushiroad’s BanG Dream! music media franchise, also known as Bandori. Koudai Kakimoto is series director. Sanzigen animated the series. Reprinted from Pop Culture Maniacs and Wayback Machine. This was the fiftieth article I wrote for Pop Culture Maniacs. This post was originally published on…

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The Journey Ends: Durham Cathedral

Images and impressions of one of the world's most magnificent buildings, as my St. Cuthbert pilgrimage ends at Durham Cathedral.

St. Cuthbert’s Cross (late 7th century). This pectoral cross of gold and garnet was found in St. Cuthbert’s coffin in 1827. It was hung around his neck, but whether he wore it in life is uncertain. This is the third and final part of my pilgrimage account from St. Cuthbert’s Way and beyond. The previous installments can be found at these links:  Walking St. Cuthbert’s Way Grace and Beauty on…

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Rebellion Releases: The latest 2000AD – and new Battle Action, too

2000AD Prog 2347, on sale this week, comes with a striking cover by Stewart K. Moore and plenty of all-out action inside! Plus, we've got a new issue of the mini-series, Battle-Action, to enjoy from Rebellion, too!

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A Bug's Life

Benvenuti o bentornati sul nostro blog. Nello scorso articolo abbiamo ripreso a parlare di horror, andando a concentrarci sul mondo del cinema indipendente con una pellicola affascinante ossia Wolf Hunter. La storia parla di una famiglia che vive da diverso tempo in una foresta, isolata dal mondo e dalle persone, vivendo solo di caccia e coltivazioni. In quel periodo però stanno affrontando un…

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Album Review: The K's - I Wonder if the World Knows?

#AlbumReview: @TheKsUK - I Wonder if the World Knows? With huge, anthemic britpop tracks bursting with energy and hooks, The K's are ready for the big time @SonicPRMusic @LABRecords #newmusic #review #TheKs #britpop #rock #indierock #altrock

Sometimes you can tell a band is reaching for that next level, looking to prove that they have the songs that will reach for the rafters and sound great in stadiums. On British rockers The K’s new album I Wonder if the World Knows?, it’s clear they want the world to know that they are ready for the upgrade. This is an album filled with big, bombastic songs that are pure hooks, with lyrical…

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SHOOSH - Chiara Set

@  Beauty Event – ➥ Opens: 21st ➥ Closes: 11th http://maps.secondlife.com/secondlife/Good%20Girls/172/222/22 30 ways to mix n match. Fits for Reborn Kupra Maitreya Legacy. SHOOSH – Chiara Bra – Reborn SHOOSH – Chiara Skirt – Reborn #SHOOSH Media…

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Exclusive Cover Redesign Reveal: Daron's Guitar Chronicles by Cecilia Tan

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Barbie's Pride Ward(a)robe, Part Five

2023 is all about the cultural phenomenon that is Barbie, but as much as I consider myself a collector, I’ve never been into pink. Nor am I excited by many of her fashions. As there is one colour palette I’m passionate about, for @aggressivelyarospec‘s Aggressively Arospectacular I’m posting my biggest crafting project yet: clothes and accessories for dolls who want to make fashion all about our…

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New Mexico Antalope Hunt 2022

Honeymoon in New Mexico This adventure finds us in New Mexico for our Honeymoon a year after we were married. It was a guided New Mexico pronghorn hunt with our good friend Ryan Olsen of Whitebone Creations.   We traveled all day driving through California, Arizona and into New Mexico.  Once into New Mexico we stopped in the Lincoln National Forest to capture some of the locals. Then we went a…

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