Bring Back MUDs: Why It's Time for Text-Based Games to Make a Comeback
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In an era where games are pushing hyper-realistic visuals, intricate lore, and time-sucking grinds that feel more like a second job, the simplicity of a MUD is refreshing.
This Just In: The Smiths Still Not Reuniting
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In a statement posted to Morrissey Central (the place for all of your Moz news), Morrissey claims that AEG Entertainment Group made a “lucrative offer to both Morrissey and Marr to tour worldwide as 'The Smiths' throughout 2025.” The singer states that he said yes to the offer while guitarist Johnny Marr “ignored the offer.”
What The Heck Are TV On The Radio Up To?
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TV On The Radio is up to something. Today, the iconic New York indie band wiped their entire Instagram profile - that’s indie band speak for “something’s about to happen.”
Oasis Reuniting in 2025 for First Concerts Since 2009
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The iconic British rock band Oasis is officially reuniting for their first concerts since 2009.
We Have The Crow at Home: Why the New The Crow Movie Is Too Little, Too Late
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Will corporate Hollywood ever get tired of selling ‘90s pop culture to us? Case in point: The Crow. Yes, thatCrow. The brooding, goth-worshipping, bullet-dodging anti-hero Eric Draven is soaring back to the big screen, despite the fact that The Crow belongs to the same bygone era as pagers and dial up internet. Is there a cult classic out there safe from Hollywood’s reboot machine?
'Friday the 13th' Prequel Series 'Crystal Lake' Revived with New Showrunner Brad Caleb Kane
Fans of the iconic Friday the 13th franchise can breathe a sigh of relief as the long-awaited prequel series Crystal Lake is back on track with a new showrunner at the helm. Peacock's upcoming series has tapped Brad Caleb Kane, known for his work on the It prequel series Welcome to Derry, as the new showrunner and creator. This news comes as a boost to horror enthusiasts who have been eagerly anticipating a return to the blood-soaked grounds of Camp Crystal Lake.
Mountain Goats Bassist Peter Hughes Departs Band After Nearly 30 Years
Peter Hughes, the longtime bassist and backup vocalist of the Mountain Goats, has announced his departure from the band after nearly three decades. Hughes, who joined the Mountain Goats in 1995, has been a constant presence on every album since then, except for the band’s 1994 debut, Zopilote Machine.
What Do We Want From A New Alien Movie?
As the release of Alien: Romulus on August 16 approaches, the anticipation is palpable. The Alien franchise, once a crown jewel of 20th Century Fox, has been a touchstone of science fiction and horror for over four decades. Now, with Disney's acquisition of 20th Century Fox in 2019, a new chapter in the Alien saga is about to unfold. This change in ownership brings a new direction and potential for the franchise—but what can we, the fans, expect from it?
Why We’re All Addicted to Crisis: The Thrill of Living on the Edge of Collapse
From climate change to political upheaval, it's a shared experience that we’re all living in a state of perpetual crisis. And yet, for some reason, we can’t seem to look away. Welcome to the age of crisis addiction, a phenomenon that many of us can relate to, where the thrill of living on the edge of collapse has become our new normal.
Digital Detox is Dead: Embrace the Chaos of Being Online 24/7
Let’s face it—digital detoxes are dead. The idea of unplugging and going off the grid may have been appealing a decade ago, but in today’s hyper-connected world, it’s becoming increasingly unrealistic. Instead of fighting the inevitable, it’s time to embrace the chaos of being online 24/7.
Inside the Brain of a Meme: How Viral Content Hijacks Your Mind
Memes are the lifeblood of the internet, spreading like wildfire across social media, infiltrating our daily conversations, and even shaping our cultural landscape. But what makes a meme go viral? And why do they have such a powerful grip on our minds?
Ghosting, Gaslighting, and the Art of Digital Disappearance
Once upon a time, breaking up was hard to do. Now, in the age of instant messaging and endless connections, disappearing from someone’s life is as easy as a swipe or a tap.
The Dopamine Economy: Why Your Brain is the New Currency
Welcome to the dopamine economy! Don’t you love living in a time when tech companies use your brain's natural reward system to keep you engaged with their products? In this brave new world, every swipe, tap, and click is a transaction in a marketplace where your attention is the ultimate currency.
How to Hack Your Way Out of a Quarter-Life Crisis (Without Leaving Your Couch)
So you’ve hit your mid-20s and the quarter-life crisis is in full swing. You’re questioning your career, your relationships, and maybe even your life choices. But here's the thing, this is completely normal. Before you book that soul-searching trip to Bali, consider this: you can navigate this existential quagmire without ever leaving your couch.
Rebel Against the Algorithm: Why Your Digital Persona is Your Biggest Enemy
In a world where algorithms are the invisible hands shaping our lives, it’s easy to forget that we’re not just users—we’re products. Our digital personas, those carefully curated versions of ourselves, are often more foe than friend. They’re the avatars we create to navigate a world dictated by likes, shares, and follows. But what happens when the persona you’ve built online becomes a prison?
What If We Kissed In Front Of Pitbull Stadium?
Mr. Worldwide indeed! According to ESPN’s Pete Thamel, the man, the myth, the legend, Pitbull has purchased the naming rights for Florida International University’s football stadium - directly in the heart of Miami.
Director David Lynch Says That He’s Likely Retiring
It’s a sad day for sickos, freaks, and cinephiles everywhere as legendary director David Lynch says that he’s probably done with directing due to his struggle with emphysema after decades of smoking.
The Rise of Zine Culture: DIY Publishing in the Digital Age
In an era dominated by digital media, there’s a surprising resurgence in an analog form of expression: zines. These self-published, small-circulation booklets have become a powerful tool for creativity, activism, and community building among millennials and Gen Z. The rise of zine culture represents a return to DIY ethos, providing an alternative to the polished, corporate-controlled content that floods the internet.
Adventures in Psychedelia: A Journey Through Modern-Day Acid Trips
Psychedelics are experiencing a renaissance, with a new generation exploring the mind-bending landscapes these substances can unlock. Modern-day acid trips are more than just a throwback to the counterculture of the 1960s; they’re a profound journey into the depths of consciousness, creativity, and self-discovery.