Machete features cartoon-like violence that surpasses that of Rodriguez's previous homage to exploitation cinema and simultaneously addresses the timely issue of immigration along the border in a comical, yet respectful manner. Read More
We were at Dragon*Con this past weekend, and that means it's time for our annual convention special, recorded from our hotel room in Atlanta. For the third consecutive year, Ginny McQueen joins us to discuss the con. We talk about the costumes, the guests, the events, and an Read More
This weekend has two huge fan conventions going on at the same time. Gaming fans are flocking to Seattle for PAX Prime, while Dragon*Con takes over Atlanta. What better time to feature Dragon's Lair as the Fan Art Friday spotlight, combining classic video gaming with dragon-laden Read More
E for Everyone is Kirby Krackle's second album. Their sound is very different from any of the other bands I've reviewed. They have an indie / alternative sound with definite pop rock influence as well. On only the second listen of the album I found myself singing along with Read More
Continuing from my last post on Japanese Music, I'll be focusing on music found in anime. So, hold to to your drumsticks and keep your guitar picks handy... here's a shortlist of great anime with great music! Read More
Jersey Devil Press's 2010 anthology collects 20 short stories, dropping the reader into the middle of a crazy collision of character moments, pop culture, profanity, and unspeakable acts with unicorns. Read More
Being both an orchestra and a Star Wars dork, I seriously had to see this. I happened to be at a computer right at noon the day the tickets went on sale, and managed to snag us front row! I was super excited and so was the boyfriend, who is a big SW fan but had never seen a live Read More
Supernatural fan artist Ileliberte's use of color saturation always drew in my eye because the characters seemed whimsical and well-placed within the surroundings of the pieces. Then I found her line art pieces and while I readily commend many color art pieces, it is the absence Read More
Top Cow Productions announced this week that the first issue in their current universe-spanning crossover series, Artifacts, is going into its third printing, a first in Top Cow history. To celebrate, they're letting us post the entirety of Artifacts #0 for you to read! Read More
Next week, Wizards of the Coast is unleashing the new Dungeons & Dragons Starter Set, and it's a perfect tutorial and intro for new and lapsed players alike. Read More
Friday, FunCom released their exclusive The Secret World video from GamesCom for all of us drooling fanboys/girls, giving us a peek into the starter experience for anyone choosing to be a Templar in game. Read More