Distorted Dreams

"Distorted Reality"- A Vivid Journey Beyond Genres from No Signal Here's the way I see it – “Distorted Reality,” right, that’s the newest gig from Denver boys, No Signal. It's a fresh bit of magic in the alternative and indie rock scene – hits the ears like nothing you've had before, a blast of something stellar and new. The guys behind this – Nic Kubes, Demarco, and Riley Schmelzer – each brings something funky to the table, a mishmash of skills that makes the whole noise sound bloody brilliant. https://open.spotify.com/album/4swZfBREjAyD4c7R7Bowg2?si=WddDDHliT2qvfoE52tXKLw Got a 21-year old fella fronting the whole thing, spearheading an album's worth of tunes... a sweet 16 of 'em to be exact! Every track's like a new bit in their musical scrapbook, chock full of their heart and soul, right. Gives the album a real story-like feel, something you don't run into every day with these fresh-on-the-block bands. Let's talk about the bloke who’s on the vocals – damn, his voice darts n' weaves through each song like a ghost in the fog. Embodying the album’s name, that sense of "Distorted Reality" comes at you strong, right? Ain't just about the hearing; it's about feeling this sweet mess of tunes down to your bones. Now the beauty of “Distorted Reality” is the way it moves. One minute you're deep in the lyrics of alt-rock, next you're swept into the easy-breezy feel of indie rock. They're jumping between genres like there's no tomorrow, and they're bloody good at it too. Each track’s got a cocktail of disillusioned vibes, intense chorus transitions, and madcap concepts. But it's all kept together, wrapped up nice and tight for the listener – that's some expert wrapping, ain’t it? [caption id="attachment_51764" align="alignnone" width="629"] "Distorted Reality"- A Vivid Journey Beyond Genres from No Signal[/caption] And the actual tunes these guys whip up is some multi-flavored kind of brilliant. Tangy guitar strings, heavy bass, and banging drums mix with these rich electro vibes creating some sort of super-charged, undefinable sound. You can feel the passion, the energy pulsating from every beat. Now, don't get me started on how smart the whole production's been. Every song’s got its own vibe but still fits into the bigger picture. Bang it on shuffle, or listen in order, you’re in for a whole different feel. It really points out to the hard work the lads have put in structuring the whole shebang. To round it up, “Distorted Reality” is a whopping good ride through the peaks and valleys of rock, served up by a bunch of chaps who've got mad love for music and a deep grip on how it strikes a chord with its fans. The name – ‘No Signal’– nails it right on the head. Even the silences speak volumes. So if you're into epic music journeys, plug into "Distorted Reality." Brace yourself for a band that’s not gonna stick to the dotted line. They’re here to shake things up, crossing boundaries, and carving their own name in the grand alt-rock game. Strap in, mates. Follow No Signals on Facebook, YouTube and Instagram.

The Intersection of Desire and Distortion: Judd's Stacks and Wegner's Wishbone Chair Reimagined

In Donald Judd's minimalist "Stacks" and Hans J. Wegner's iconic CH24 Wishbone Chair, there lies an implicit desire — a wish, if you will — for transcendence beyond their physical forms. Judd's geometric sculptures, devoid of symbolic meaning, seem to yearn for a realm beyond the constraints of representation. The uniformity of the stacked rectangular boxes, each meticulously arranged, suggests a longing for order and permanence amidst the chaos of artistic expression. Similarly, Wegner's Wishbone Chair, with its graceful curves and meticulous craftsmanship, embodies a wish for timeless elegance and enduring functionality in design.

Yet, this desire for transcendence is not without its distortions. In the realm of art and perspective, where reality is bent to fit the artist's vision, the original image of both chair and sculpture is corrupted. The horizon, a symbol of stability and perspective, is masterminded by the likes of perspective. Perspective becomes a malleable construct, subject to the whims of artistic interpretation. In this distortion, the original essence of the chair, the sculpture is replaced by a wishful illusion of perfection.

But in this corruption lies the beauty of art and design — the ability to reimagine, reinvent, and transcend. No person was at risk in the making of this work, yet the stakes are high in the realm of creativity. Each distortion, each manipulation of form and perspective, is an invitation to explore new possibilities, to challenge established norms, and to dare to wish for something greater than what exists. And in the end, it is this tension between desire and distortion that gives art its power to inspire, provoke, and transform.

Catching Lightning by distortedreality (wc5378, mature)

Summary: “Mommy?” “Yes, baby?” “I think I know who I’m going to marry.” The little indented frown had disappeared from between Stiles’ brows, instead a wide smile lit up his face. “Well then, you’d better introduce us to this girl with the pretty hair,” Claudia said, ruffling Stiles' short hair. “Don’t be silly, Mommy. I’m not going to marry her,” Stiles replied. The 5 times Stiles asked Derek to marry him, and the 1 time Derek asked Stiles.

I love childhood friends fics, and this one is wonderful.

hi christine! hope you're well. I was wondering if you knew any fics where Stiles thinks Derek doesn't like him but is actually in love with him? Or if you had a tag for it, could you direct me to it? I looked at your tag page and didn't see it but I definitely could've looked over it. Thank you so much!

Sure! You could also try the enemies to lovers tag.

Landslide by reillyblack | 25.5K | Mature

Beautiful? Check. Dismissive? Check. Hated him? Double check.

Stiles was doomed to develop a crush of epic proportions.

The Only Thing That Looks Good On Me (Is You) by distortedreality | 17.9K | Explicit

Derek is fairly certain the new kid is either an incubus or a witch. Turns out he’s actually his mate. Stiles is 98% certain the brooding guy in the leather jacket is fantasizing about stringing him up by his intestines. Turns out he’s also wrong.

A Wild Heart's Desire by mikkimouse | 13.4K

If there's one thing Stiles Stilinski knows, it's that Deputy Derek Hale absolutely Does Not Like him. The only reason Derek even tolerates him is because their kids are worryingly codependent.

So Stiles is understandably confused when a very feral Derek shows up in his backyard after a call gone wrong and proceeds to move in with him.

Between the Drinks and Subtle Things by yodasyoyo | 4.4K

He holds up his free hand, eyes still closed. “One second,” he says through gritted teeth. “I’m just taking a moment to mourn the fact that we could have been fucking since–” He cracks open an eye and glares at Derek.

“Freshman year,” Derek supplies. “I’ve pretty much had the biggest crush on you since our freshman year.”

erroneous manoeuvres by slippingfromreality | 5.3K

“Hey, Stilinski!”

Stiles clenches his teeth. “What do you want, Hale?” he shouts back, not bothering to turn around. The smug smirk that’s most likely waiting for him is already seared into his mind from overexposure.

“A date!” the answer comes, still as loud, and most of the bystanders giggle or snort in Stiles’ direction.

Stiles rolls his eyes. This is the third time this week. He’d complain that Hale’s jokes are getting pretty stale, but he’d probably be milking this situation for all that it’s worth, too, if their roles were reversed. “Wrong aisle,” he grouses back, “try the bakery section. I hear they have fresh tarts.”

Fireman Derek's Crazy Pie [Cheeseburger Baby] by owlpostagain | 17.6K

“He can't blame me for the fact that I live in a building full of people united in the singular effort to ogle Hot Fireman as often as humanly possible."

Laura laughs, loud and echoing in the empty restaurant.

"Hot firemen can make a girl do crazy things," she agrees, nodding towards her brother's name on the menu. "Derek won't let me date anyone from his company, but that doesn't mean I can't appreciate the eye candy."

"Send them my way," Stiles suggests, finally loading up a forkful of pie. "Apparently I'm incompetent enough that I need to be babysat at all times, because it would be cheaper than dispatching a truck every time I try to use a kitchen appliance."

Broken Nose | 3K

Stiles is convinced that Jock-y Derek Hale hates him. It takes an accidental injury at the beach to turn that all upside down.

Laying Groundwork by 10.9K | Explicit

The one where Scott and Stiles go clubbing and there's this broody Bouncer out to get Stiles-

Or get into his pants. Thank God it's the latter.

It's the last nigtht! I hope everyone enjoyed their sufganiyot and their latkes. lets hope that we haven't put on to much weight 😉

Merry Christmas!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! to everyone who it having people over and/or is spending its with family, please enjoy a fic rec to get a little peace and quite! and my wish for you the Christmas is that eat a lot and go into a food coma cuz sometimes that's the best way to spend a holiday! everyone have an amazing weekend!

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Mirror, Mirror on the Ceiling by christinchen - (Rating: Explicit, Words: 1115, sterek)

Derek had a mirror above his bed. Derek Hale had a mirror on the ceiling over his bed. Stiles looked up at his own reflection, spread out on Derek’s bed. Yup, right there on the ceiling was a mirror that perfectly showed the entirety of the bed.

Wants & Needs by MadcapRomantic - (Rating: Explicit, Words: 33003, sterek)

Derek Hale has been participating in the Beacon Hills Mating Run for a decade, each year coming up without a mate. His mother, convinced this is his lucky year, persuades him to run one last time.

Enter Stiles, a young Omega with an unwanted Alpha nipping at his heels.

Family or not, Peter is determined to have Stiles.

But convinced they are True Mates, there isn't anything Derek won't do to keep Stiles safe.

Catching Lightning by distortedreality - (Rating: Mature, Words: 5378, sterek)

“Mommy?” “Yes, baby?” “I think I know who I’m going to marry.” The little indented frown had disappeared from between Stiles’ brows, instead a wide smile lit up his face. “Well then, you’d better introduce us to this girl with the pretty hair,” Claudia said, ruffling Stiles' short hair. “Don’t be silly, Mommy. I’m not going to marry her,” Stiles replied.

The 5 times Stiles asked Derek to marry him, and the 1 time Derek asked Stiles.

Ten Days by hatethesilence312 - (Rating: G, Words: 18717, sterek)

Derek Hale does not like babies. So when his pack gets turned into babies, it’s pretty much the worst thing that could happen to him.

The dumb kid that used to follow you around (That's not what you were). byscarlettletterr - (Rating: T, Words: 10846, sterek)

Once upon a time, Stiles Stilinski and Derek Hale were the Best Friends in the Whole Wide World, per Stiles' saying. Nowadays, Stiles is pretty sure that Derek hates him. Derek is pretty sure Stiles hates him too.

The thing is, neither of them really hate the other one.

A Lesson in Jealousy by ALoza - (Rating: Not Rated, Words: 1510, sterek)

After Derek cancels on him for lunch, Stiles, his pregnant omega and mate, shows up at his workplace and is enraged by what he finds. 

"As jealous as Stiles got, it was always unfounded. Derek worshipped him, adored him, loved him, told him every day when he pressed kisses against his lips, his temples, his cheeks, his hands. He hissed it when they fucked, whispered it when Stiles sank to his knees and swallowed his cock. And it was to Stiles’ arms he retreated to after a long day at work, Stiles’ waist he clung to when they slept, Stiles’ scent he found total bliss in."

The Roads Not Followed by SylvieW - (Rating: Mature, Words: 13747, sterek)

Scott decides to leave Beacon HIlls with Allison and her father. Stiles is left alone to deal with the supernatural troubles of his home town, so he turns to Derek.

Years later, Scott’s new pack is threatened, and the only ones who can help them are the Hale pack and Derek’s powerful mate.

Oh Come All Ye Backaches by KaliopeShipsIt - (Rating: G, Words: 5159, sterek)

Derek Hale is ready to spend their last Christmas as a family of four with his loved ones. All he needs to do first is take a bath to deal with this horrible, persisting, absolutely normal, and certainly not at all labor-related backache.

Hot for Teacher('s Aide) by linksofmemories_archive - (Rating: T, Words: 8050, sterek)

“He invited you to his apartment.”

“To do a lesson plan.”

“Yeah and to probably lesson your plan while you’re there,” Scott said, waggling his eyebrows.

“That made no sense, but you still managed to make it sound dirty,” Stiles said. “I’m impressed.”

It’s a Small World After All (Shut Up, Stiles) by Anxiety_Baker02 - (Rating: T, Words: 10731, sterek)

Derek’s nostrils flared and then suddenly his eyes were flying wide open, his mouth dropping into a shocked O, the plates falling from his hands and crashing to the ground. 

Stiles spared a second to be grateful that he had gone for plastic before mentally berating himself because clearly something was wrong with Derek. 

Everyone was staring at him now, but Derek was laser-focused on Rhys’ wife, a kind woman named Mary. He had gone pale and his hands were trembling. 

“Mary,” he choked out.

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Everydays #22 Tame Impala: Yes I’m Changing

(totally copied from @mishko.co on Instagram.)

Distorted Reality Comic OC: Newton

Newton, Distorted Reality Comic and art © FangWolfsbane

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Do you ever just say a word a different way....but then it still sounds like the same word just distorted a little? Like saying tomatoes like toe-Ma-toes still sounds like tomatoes...but in like a British accent....

- Não sei. Temos tudo de que precisamos para ser felizes, mas não somos felizes. Alguma coisa está faltando. Olhei em volta. A única coisa que tive certeza que havia desaparecido eram os livros que queimei durante dez ou doze anos. Por isso, achei que os livros poderiam ajudar. - (...) Descubra essa coisa onde puder, nos velhos discos fonográficos, nos velhos filmes e nos velhos amigos; procure na natureza e procure em você mesmo. Os livros eram só um tipo de receptáculo onde armazenávamos muitas coisas que receávamos esquecer. Não há neles nada de mágico. A magia está apenas no que os livros dizem, no modo como confeccionavam um traje para nós a partir de retalhos do universo.

Fahrenheit 451 - Ray Bradbury.

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