The Fall - 'Your Future Our Clutter'
"despite critics running out of interesting ways to go about reviewing The Fall, somehow they themselves seem to have had no such difficulty actually creating interesting music"
on Monday, May 24, 2010
[Watch, until 12:09am Monday 31st May] (UK users only)
Director: James Cameron
Cast: Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn, Arnold Schwarzenegger
Synopsis: "Classic sci-fi action thriller about the battle between two time-travelling soldiers who arrive in modern-day LA from a future in which machines rule. One is a cyborg on a mission to seal mankind's fate by killing the mother of an unborn resistance fighter, the other a human who must destroy the seemingly unstoppable machine." (bbc.co.uk)
Four years ago today, this blog was born. In 1984, 'The Terminator' came out. If you haven't already seen it, then you must see it now. This is where it really kicked off for James Cameron (perhaps for Ah-nuld too) and he hasn't looked back since.
Director: James Cameron
Cast: Linda Hamilton, Michael Biehn, Arnold Schwarzenegger
Synopsis: "Classic sci-fi action thriller about the battle between two time-travelling soldiers who arrive in modern-day LA from a future in which machines rule. One is a cyborg on a mission to seal mankind's fate by killing the mother of an unborn resistance fighter, the other a human who must destroy the seemingly unstoppable machine." (bbc.co.uk)
Four years ago today, this blog was born. In 1984, 'The Terminator' came out. If you haven't already seen it, then you must see it now. This is where it really kicked off for James Cameron (perhaps for Ah-nuld too) and he hasn't looked back since.
on Saturday, May 22, 2010
Perhaps tonight's UEFA Champions League final may have passed you by but I would suspect that many people realise that another FIFA football World Cup is upon us this summer, taking place in South Africa. And even if you didn't know that, it looks like advertising will catch you up with you soon enough.
Wisely, companies looking to peddle their wares have created some brilliant adverts to do so. We've had Carlsberg's recent England Team Talk ad and now this Nike advert, directed by none other than Alejandro González Iñárritu ('Amores Perros', '21 Grams', 'Babel'). "One touch, tackle or free kick could crush a nation's hopes or cause them to build a statue in your honour".
Featuring the usual host of global football superstars (Wayne Rooney as a bearded hobo is a particular highlight) but also Roger Federer, Kobe Bryant, Gael Garcia Bernal and Homer Simpson. Yes, Homer Simpson. Enjoy.
Wisely, companies looking to peddle their wares have created some brilliant adverts to do so. We've had Carlsberg's recent England Team Talk ad and now this Nike advert, directed by none other than Alejandro González Iñárritu ('Amores Perros', '21 Grams', 'Babel'). "One touch, tackle or free kick could crush a nation's hopes or cause them to build a statue in your honour".
Featuring the usual host of global football superstars (Wayne Rooney as a bearded hobo is a particular highlight) but also Roger Federer, Kobe Bryant, Gael Garcia Bernal and Homer Simpson. Yes, Homer Simpson. Enjoy.
on Wednesday, May 19, 2010
It's hard to tell where/when gutsy Fugazi-inspired three-piece Kill Kenada dropped the ball. They were the talk of the town in 2003/4, featuring highly on MTV2 music video charts, collaborating with Regina Spektor, and working with Gordon Raphael. Not to mention the fearsome live shows.
A debut album emerged well after the buzz had died down and was sadly more of an obituary to the early material than a celebration. Which is a real shame because 'Massachusetts Murder Medallions' and 'Red And Black' are two HUGE songs and I don't think the band even play them anymore. Sad times. Since then, they've supposedly binned a lot of songs they recorded with Steve Albini, lost and gained a couple of drummers and released a few singles. Pretty uninspiring stuff. Until now.
A debut album emerged well after the buzz had died down and was sadly more of an obituary to the early material than a celebration. Which is a real shame because 'Massachusetts Murder Medallions' and 'Red And Black' are two HUGE songs and I don't think the band even play them anymore. Sad times. Since then, they've supposedly binned a lot of songs they recorded with Steve Albini, lost and gained a couple of drummers and released a few singles. Pretty uninspiring stuff. Until now.
on Sunday, May 16, 2010
[Watch - until 5:59am, Sunday 23rd May 2010] (UK users only)
Director: David Cronenberg
Cast: Stephen Lack, Jennifer O'Neill, Michael Ironside, Patrick McGoohan
Synopsis: "Innovative sci-fi horror story about a group of people with the ability to control other people's minds and bodies, with often fatal results. The powers - the result of a thalidomide-like drug given to a group of pregnant women - are being used for evil purposes by a child of the experiment. His brother is recruited by the doctor behind the original project to stop the evil sibling and his fellow scanners." (bbc.co.uk)
"Their thoughts can kill". Let's be honest, David Cronenberg is fairly ridiculous at the best of times and 'Scanners' is no exception. Very much a cult classic, mainly for the scene with the exploding body part. But there are also plenty of other impressive effects on show and it's worth watching 'Scanners' for those scenes alone.
Director: David Cronenberg
Cast: Stephen Lack, Jennifer O'Neill, Michael Ironside, Patrick McGoohan
Synopsis: "Innovative sci-fi horror story about a group of people with the ability to control other people's minds and bodies, with often fatal results. The powers - the result of a thalidomide-like drug given to a group of pregnant women - are being used for evil purposes by a child of the experiment. His brother is recruited by the doctor behind the original project to stop the evil sibling and his fellow scanners." (bbc.co.uk)
"Their thoughts can kill". Let's be honest, David Cronenberg is fairly ridiculous at the best of times and 'Scanners' is no exception. Very much a cult classic, mainly for the scene with the exploding body part. But there are also plenty of other impressive effects on show and it's worth watching 'Scanners' for those scenes alone.
on Friday, May 14, 2010
Buried Treasures is a column dedicated to things we feel have gone underappreciated, often both critically and commercially. We want to share these wonderful musical and cinematic moments with you.
Today, in a special guest blog, Audio Antihero head honcho Jamie Halliday shares his love for Nosferatu D2.
Words: Jamie Halliday
Band: Nosferatu D2
I first came across Nosferatu D2 in 2006, long before I became the modern day Suge Knight. Back then I was the tuneless and girlfriendless vocalist of doomed alt. rockers Arko Volcano (the more things change, the more things stay the same), we were rocking South East London toilet scene. I set about finding Croydon bands that I could try and sweet talk into letting us open for them, I came across Nosferatu D2. Bands didn’t get much more Croydon than Nosferatu D2.
Today, in a special guest blog, Audio Antihero head honcho Jamie Halliday shares his love for Nosferatu D2.
Words: Jamie Halliday
Band: Nosferatu D2
I first came across Nosferatu D2 in 2006, long before I became the modern day Suge Knight. Back then I was the tuneless and girlfriendless vocalist of doomed alt. rockers Arko Volcano (the more things change, the more things stay the same), we were rocking South East London toilet scene. I set about finding Croydon bands that I could try and sweet talk into letting us open for them, I came across Nosferatu D2. Bands didn’t get much more Croydon than Nosferatu D2.
on Wednesday, May 12, 2010
Hannah Clark's old band Arthur started off as a fairly cutesy infectious pop band before slowly descending into darker, Elle Milano inspired territory. She'd started off a solo venture as Hannah Shark but now her musical transformation continues in a new guise, FOE. Or is it meant to be F O E? Sod it, let's just move on.
on Monday, May 10, 2010
I featured the amazing new 'Inception' trailer on the blog the other day but there's been plenty of other shit hot new film trailers out recently. Including one from Mr Oizo. For serious. And it's actually pretty enticing.
We also have Megan Fox back on the big screen (in 'Jonah Hex', another comic book adaptation), Danny Trejo being a complete bad ass in Robert Rodriguez's 'Machete' and Casey Affleck as a menacing serial killer in 'The Killer Inside Me'. Check those all those trailers (embedded unless otherwise stated) and more after the jump.
We also have Megan Fox back on the big screen (in 'Jonah Hex', another comic book adaptation), Danny Trejo being a complete bad ass in Robert Rodriguez's 'Machete' and Casey Affleck as a menacing serial killer in 'The Killer Inside Me'. Check those all those trailers (embedded unless otherwise stated) and more after the jump.
on Sunday, May 09, 2010
After witnessing this first proper trailer for Christopher Nolan's new film 'Inception', I think I went into shock. Finally, a good look at the cast. Finally, more information about the plot, which you can read about on IMDB. Essentially, this is Christopher Nolan's sci-fi take on an espionage thriller.
My mind buzzing with ideas about the movie, and an overwhelming sense that this could change EVERYTHING. Then, of course, I calmed down and the hyperbole died out somewhat. But I am still tremendously excited. And not just about the fact that I noticed that the Di Caprio-Paige-Caine scene was filmed at one of my university libraries.
I wasn't completely sold by the earlier teaser trailers but I am now completely onboard. I also cannot wait for Hans Zimmer's 'Inception' score because if it's anywhere near as affecting as the music accompanying this new trailer, it is going to be epic.
'Inception' will be released on 16th July 2010 (UK/US).
My mind buzzing with ideas about the movie, and an overwhelming sense that this could change EVERYTHING. Then, of course, I calmed down and the hyperbole died out somewhat. But I am still tremendously excited. And not just about the fact that I noticed that the Di Caprio-Paige-Caine scene was filmed at one of my university libraries.
I wasn't completely sold by the earlier teaser trailers but I am now completely onboard. I also cannot wait for Hans Zimmer's 'Inception' score because if it's anywhere near as affecting as the music accompanying this new trailer, it is going to be epic.
'Inception' will be released on 16th July 2010 (UK/US).
on Saturday, May 08, 2010
Words: Saam Das
This is what happens when you have to write 15,000 words in a matter of weeks. Better late than never though eh? Here's a round up of my favourite singles from April. And seeing as though there was a general election in the UK a couple of days back, I offer you a political funny below. An oldie but a goody. Music chat begins thereafter.
This is what happens when you have to write 15,000 words in a matter of weeks. Better late than never though eh? Here's a round up of my favourite singles from April. And seeing as though there was a general election in the UK a couple of days back, I offer you a political funny below. An oldie but a goody. Music chat begins thereafter.
on Thursday, May 06, 2010
Words: Paul Dean
This last month, I’ve become scared of using the internet. Free speech and freedom of expression have been terrifying me. I’ve had to avoid the news sites I use, as well as Facebook, Twitter and even Wikipedia. Chat programs, also, were too risky a prospect. I have the persistent fear that free speech will allow anyone, anywhere, as soon as they open their (internet) mouth, to vomit forth a gush of information about 'Doctor Who'. Vomit it all over me.
This last month, I’ve become scared of using the internet. Free speech and freedom of expression have been terrifying me. I’ve had to avoid the news sites I use, as well as Facebook, Twitter and even Wikipedia. Chat programs, also, were too risky a prospect. I have the persistent fear that free speech will allow anyone, anywhere, as soon as they open their (internet) mouth, to vomit forth a gush of information about 'Doctor Who'. Vomit it all over me.
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