September 2015
Review: Underground: The Subterranean Culture of DIY Punk Shows
With his rugged, detailed, uncensored journalistic approach, Daniel Makagon has trekked across the underbelly of the United States, documenting its various subversive music scenes. … read more
Review: A Wailing Of A Town
I’ve got to hand it to A Wailing Of A Town for providing the excellent and essential, detailed oral history of San Pedro’s contribution to punk. … read more
Review: The Wolves That Live In Skin And Space: A...
In his most recent foray into the literary world, The Wolves that Live in Skin and Space: A Novel, Zeischegg attempts to create a devastating vision of the modern porn era by exposing (or at least explaining) the ever-diminishing fourth wall between performer and audience, the growing threat of HIV, and the severely crippled lives of those in the industry. … read more
Review: Card Hunter
It’s hard not to cringe when the words “free-to-play” pop up on a game’s description, but Card Hunter is one of the few free-to-play games that don’t make me want to punch it in the face. … read more
Review: Guild of Dungeoneering
Guild of Dungeoneering wants to be so many awesome things at once. It’s a simplified RPG that plays out like a solo board game, yet it features a unique deck-building mechanic inspired by Dominion or, perhaps more accurately, Thunderstone. … read more
Review: Holy Potatoes! A Weapon Shop?!
Holy Potatoes! A Weapon Shop?! is a game about making weapons to sell to heroes—famous geek icons even drop by occasionally to have a special weapon made. … read more
Review: Maverix Urban Spirit
Due to the easy maneuverability, long-lasting 400-watt battery power and reliable brakes, the Urban Spirit is definitely worth consideration. … read more
Review: Patagonia Nano Puff Jacket
Though the Nano Puff Jacket is lightweight, it insulates par excellence. The warmth I’ve felt wearing this jacket is toasty and comfy by way of its PrimaLoft® insulation—yet it breathes, and I feel nary a drop of sweat if I get my circulation going. … read more
Review: Snorg Tees
If you’re looking for some saucy geek-related puns to hang on your geek-loving body, then Snorg Tees is a great place to start. Their designs are punchy and varied, featuring solid puns, dad jokes and entertaining mashups that will yield up giggles from nerds and non-nerds alike. … read more
Review: ZAGG InvisibleShield Arsenal Case
Let’s be honest with each other—unless you’re obsessed with saving money and take great care with your phone, you’ve broken at least one smartphone in the time you’ve owned one. This is why the locally owned company ZAGG has gone above and beyond to protect whatever it is you’re communicating with. … read more
Review: Fantastic Four
What a joyless turd. I guess the fourth time isn’t the charm either for these characters. Seriously, I was sincerely excited when it was announced that Chronicle director Josh Trank was going to be given the opportunity to FINALLY make a decent Fantastic Four film. … read more
Review: The Man From U.N.C.L.E.
In this rendition of The Man From U.N.C.L.E., Napoleon Solo is the CIA’s top agent, and Illya Kuryakin is the KGB’s most efficient operative. … read more
