“Your Shadow at Morning” by The Durutti Column
The Durutti Column’s first album in 16 years is a true rebirth, as evidenced by this standout track.
July 2026 Archives
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“Pines in Summer Static” by Zakè and Coppice Halifax
Subtly gorgeous ambient techno that envisions a blend of the natural and the technological.
Halo: Campaign Evolved by Halo Studios (2026)
Given my love for Halo’s world and mythology, buying Halo: Campaign Evolved was a total no-brainer.…
Grain Is the AT Protocol’s Instagram Alternative
A simpler, photo-first alternative to the current ad and algorithm-saturated social media landscape.
Review Roundup: Halo Studios’ Halo: Campaign Evolved
What are critics saying about this modern remake of one of the greatest video games of all time?
Masters of the Universe by Travis Knight (2026)
I was about two-thirds of the way through Masters of the Universe when my wife got home and asked h…
Apple’s Neuromancer Adaptation Finally Gets a Teaser
The “unfilmable” cyberpunk classic is finally coming to the screen after 40+ years of failed efforts.
The Odyssey by Christopher Nolan (2026)
At this point, a Christopher Nolan film is an Event. And understandably so. Following the success o…
The Inspector Wears Skirts by Wellson Chin (1988)
Following an international incident involving an Arab sheikh and his wife, the Hong Kong police dep…
“Soul’s Refrain” by Yoko Takahashi
Though less well-known than “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis,” Neon Genesis Evangelion’s second theme is an equally great anthem for the storied anime franchise.
Disclosure Day by Steven Spielberg (2026)
Aliens and Steven Spielberg go together like chocolate and peanut butter. Close Encounters of the T…
“First Balloon to Nice” by Moose
A breezy earworm from an unsung member of the ’90s UK indie/alternative scene.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: The End of Evangelion by Hideaki Anno and Kazuya Tsurumaki (1997)
When Neon Genesis Evangelion’s final episode aired on March 27, 1996, some fans were left perplexed…
The Friends Theme But It’s Joy Division
Just what it says on the tin, and just as good you might hope it’d be.
Neon Genesis Evangelion: Death & Rebirth by Hideaki Anno, Masayuki, and Kazuya Tsurumaki (1997)
Although it’s technically a recap of the original Neon Genesis Evangelion TV series — the first 24 …
New Subscriber Playlist: “Artoffacts of Sound”
This month’s subscriber-only playlist and podcast episode celebrate the post-punk and industrial acumen of Toronto’s Artoffact Records.
“Fragment” by Astoria
The Norwegian duo’s latest single is a gorgeous and emotional slice of slow-burning post-rock.
Stagecoach by John Ford (1939)
John Ford’s classic western has been understandably criticized for its portrayal of Native American…
Bang by Wych Kaosayananda (2025)
William Bang is the best hitman around, which means the local mob boss keeps him constantly busy. (…
Ikarie XB-1 by Jindřich Polák (1963)
In the year 2163, the crew of the starship Ikarie XB-1 have left Earth to travel to a distant plane…