Month: October 2023

All is ‘Fair Play’ in Love and Climbing the Corporate Ladder (Review)
6Oct By Matt ShiverdeckerNo Comments
Features, Film, Reviews

All is ‘Fair Play’ in Love and Climbing the Corporate Ladder (Review)

At Sundance 2023, 'Fair Play' set off the kind of bidding wars that we don't often see anymore for indie dramas. Most of the mini-majors like Searchlight and Neon were battling it out against streaming services to release the feature debut from Chloe Domont, who cut her teeth directing television series like 'Ballers' and 'Suits.' In the end, Netflix emerged victorious and took global rights on the film which had everybody talking in Park City. Alden Ehrenreich as Luke and Phoebe Dynevor as Emily in 'Fair Play.' Cr. Sergej Radovic / Courtesy of Netflix Emily (Phoebe Dynevor, 'Bridgerton') and Luke (Alden Ehrenreich, 'Solo: A Star Wars Story') are two young professionals working in the cutthroat world of hedge fund management. Their scorching hot relationship is against company po...
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Mike Shinoda’s “ALREADY OVER” Builds A Musical Bridge From The Past To The Future
5Oct By SimonNo Comments
Features, Music

Mike Shinoda’s “ALREADY OVER” Builds A Musical Bridge From The Past To The Future

Photo Credit: Mike Miller Multi-platinum Grammy Award-winning artist, Mike Shinoda, best known as co-frontman of Linkin Park, has just dropped his latest single, "Already Over." What sets this release apart is that Shinoda not only wrote and recorded the track but also lent his vocals and played every instrument. The song harks back to the signature sound he pioneered with Linkin Park, featuring kinetic live drums, gritty distorted guitar, and his unique vocal delivery. Accompanying the single is a frenetic hand-painted visual video, crafted by Dusty Deen. The footage includes images contributed by legendary photographer Mike Miller. You can check out the video below and listen to "Already Over" everywhere you stream music. Shinoda Shares His Thoughts Shinoda shared his thought...
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Kings County’s “So Cold” Is A Hard Rock Masterpiece
5Oct By SimonNo Comments
Features, Music

Kings County’s “So Cold” Is A Hard Rock Masterpiece

Hard rock titans Kings County are back with a blistering new single and music video, "So Cold," which builds on the success of their previous releases; it is a relentless, high-octane rock experience. Kings County consists of Rob Dexter (Vocals, Bass), Steve Bell (Guitars, Vocals), Joe Lopez (Drums), and Bill Kania (Guitars, Vocals). They have a knack for delivering hard-hitting guitar riffs, scorching vocals, and an intense, melodic sound that grabs you by the collar. Frontman Rob Dexter delves into the essence of "So Cold," explaining that the track encapsulates the multi-tiered complexities of life, relationships, and internal struggles. It's a song that resonates with anyone who's experienced the ups and downs of existence. Kings County In The Studio "So Cold" took sha...
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Taking Back Sunday Share ‘152’ Lead Track: “Amphetamine Smiles” + New Tour Dates
31Jan By CJNo Comments
Events, Music

Taking Back Sunday Share ‘152’ Lead Track: “Amphetamine Smiles” + New Tour Dates

With a title like "Amphetamine Smiles", I couldn't help but check out the new Taking Back Sunday single. This heart-wrenching single serves as the third teaser track and opening song for the band's upcoming LP, 152, which is the band's first album in seven years. Listen to "Amphetamine Smiles" by Taking Back Sunday, below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g7gJWZcxNPY Speaking on the song, the band shares, "You could document the writing, arranging, and recording of 'Amphetamine Smiles,' but there's no way to explain how it came together... It's the product of some kind of magic." I can definitely feel the magic... can you? Taking Back Sunday celebrates '152' 152 is due out October 27 via Fantasy Records. To commemorate the occasion, the band announced a few intimate r...
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SINthetik Messiah Synthesizes Industrial D’n’B Track, “I Wanna Be Alive With You”
21Oct By CJNo Comments
Features, Music

SINthetik Messiah Synthesizes Industrial D’n’B Track, “I Wanna Be Alive With You”

If you haven't caught on yet, I'm a big fan of guitar music. The heavier, the better! However, sometimes, a song outside my usual tastes gets sent my way... and I'm taken aback by how much I like it. In this case, the song is "I Wanna Be Alive With You" by Louisiana-based industrial bass pioneer, SINthetik Messiah, sent to me by one of my editors here at MendoWerks. Learn from my mistakes: even if electronic music isn't your usual jam, let this song be your first taste of the genre. Because... in a word? It's 'epic'. Find "I Wanna Be Alive With You" by SINthetik Messiah on YouTube, below. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1reL_SSkYAg "I Wanna Be Alive With You" video, via Drop Nation. According to SINthetik Messiah lore, this song is about a ghost watching his lover and y...
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