The glass bottom boat of the cultural press
In the news today: Tame Impala, Lonerism, Fantômas, Mr. Bungle, Melvins, Lana Del Rey, Keanu Reeves, Dogstar, Gogol Bordello, Ukraine, Jello Biafra, Tre Cool, Joe Lally, Agnostic Front, King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Lizzo, Tina Turner, Toyah, Robert Fripp, Golden Earring, Jeff Rosenstock, Burton C. Bell, Fear Factory, Cult of Luna, Black Midi, Royal Blood, Surprise Chef, Linda Lindas, Kevin McDonald, KitH, Toad the Wet Sprocket
This low-key documentary on a little-known area of Eastern Europe explores its culture and history. It’s a nice place, but I wouldn’t want to invade it.
“Overweight male gun nut seeks hot Ukrainian woman. Must be willing to travel.” Carl F Gauze investigates a film that details just who is involved here.
With the thirty-fifth anniversary of debut album Whirlpool, UK shoegaze outfit Chapterhouse is back together again and touring the US as part of Slide Away Music Festival.
The Englert theater hosted Little Feat as they embark on their Last Farewell Tour.
Meiko Kaji’s katana is sharp and looking for revenge in Wandering Ginza Butterfly and its sequel, She Cat Gambler, a stylish pair of early ’70s action films.
