Ar†stråda magazine – A Dark Moto-Centric Art+Entertainment Guide
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The Secret History of Black Punk by Reaghan Buchanan and Going Underground: American Punk 1979-1989 by George Hurchalla The Secret History of Black Punk: Record Zero by Buchanan is an illustrated roll-call for punk, post-punk, hardcore, no-wave, and experimental bands from ground zero ’til now. A starting point for anyone curious, another reference for those who devour all genre-related things, or…
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The night sky will be illuminated by moonlight during the first weekend of 2026. The Super Wolf Moon, the first supermoon of the year, will rise on 5:03 a.m. EST on Jan. 3 and will shine into Jan. 4. Ringing out its toll A storm begins to blow
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a perfect mind… you mistook threat for theater… “Nick Reiner followed an unlawful order..” – Trinity The Manchurian Candidate refers to a classic political thriller novel by Richard Condon and its famous film adaptations, centered on a Korean War veteran brainwashed into becoming an unwitting communist assassin, a plot that taps into Cold War paranoia, McCarthyism, and fears of political manipulation, with…
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The “First Wave” of alternative music, flourishing in the 1980s, was a diverse scene emerging from punk and new wave, defined by independent labels and a DIY ethos, featuring bands like The Cure, R.E.M., The Smiths, U2, New Order, The Replacements, and Hüsker Dü, blending post-punk’s dark tones, new wave’s synths, and punk’s raw energy to create a sound that paved the…
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“Ce monde” (This World) is the 2025 Junior Eurovision entry for France, sung by 11-year-old Lou Deleuze, a touching chanson about hopes and challenges for the future, reflecting a child’s view of today’s world with powerful optimism, a message supported by performances near the Eiffel Tower Pourquoi tu m’regardes comme çaAvec ces grands yeux ?Comme si j’comprenais pasQue le monde a…
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MILWAUKEE METAL FEST New Dates for Next Year’s Edition The festival will return to The Rave/Eagles Ballroom now from June 5 – 7, 2026 with the pre-party kicking off on June 4! https://therave.com/metalfest
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Christmas in Prague means magical, fairy-lit streets, famous markets in Old Town and Wenceslas Squares with giant trees, traditional crafts, and delicious food like svařák (mulled wine) and perníčky (gingerbread), with celebrations peaking around Christmas Eve (Dec 24th) when Czechs eat fried carp and enjoy peaceful city exploration before the major markets wind down in early January. Expect festive cheer from late November through early…
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Billie Eilish shares first trailer for ‘Hit Me Hard and Soft’ 3D concert film trailer directed by James Cameron, in theaters March 20, 2026 Hit Me Hard and Soft is the third studio album by American singer and songwriter Billie Eilish, released on May 17, 2024, through Darkroom and Interscope Records. She co-wrote the album with her brother and frequent collaborator Finneas O’Connell, who…
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There will be plenty to celebrate in 2026: three decades and five years of metal and mayhem – from July 29 to August 1, 2026.You won’t want to miss it. So secure your ticket. Be there. Party hard! W:O:A 2026
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Anything Box[1] is an electronic/synth-pop musical group originally from Paterson, New Jersey, and now based in Long Beach, California. Formed in 1986, they are best known for their 1989 single “Living in Oblivion“. They also garnered some attention for releasing an album entirely in MP3 format in 2003. With a current lineup consisting solely of Claude Strilio,[2] the past lineups have included long-time members Dania Morales and Paul…
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Resilience in a Bottle Ukraine 🇺🇦 Born in the world’s deepest cellars and smuggled out under siege, Artwine reminds us that even in war, beauty and tradition can survive. Art Wine 🍷 https://artwine.com/ Artstrada Magazine recommended 🫦 👌 BITES WWW.ARTSTRADAMAGAZINE.COM Artwinery, Ukraine’s leading sparkling wine producer, which gained global attention as millions of bottles were trapped in its underground cellars…
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There is no permanent Meow Wolf location in Austin, but a project called Submersive, a futuristic art spa from a Meow Wolf co-founder, is planned for a 2026 opening therehttps://www.submersive.com/#submersiveatx #neuroaesthetics -from the Founder, Corvas Brinkerhoff: “I want to create spaces that heal, enliven, inspire, and transform others. From rivers and lakes to beaches and swimming pools, I’ve had a lifelong…
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WAR IS OVER! – The Music (documentary) Watch Now → this indepth discussion about bringing the film to life with music, Dave Mullins, Brad Booker, Sean Ono Lennon, Karen Dufilho, Thomas Newman and Vicki Hiatt discuss their collaboration and inspiration for the music. “Happy Xmas (War Is Over)” is a Christmas song released in 1971 as a single by the Plastic Ono Band with the Harlem Community Choir.…
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Hellfest 2026 will take place between June 18 and 21 in Clisson, France, and the lineup is pretty diverse. Hellfest 2026 will be headlined by Iron Maiden, Bring Me The Horizon, Limp Bizkit, and The Offspring with support from over 170 other bands. Get your tickets here.
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3 DAYS. HOUSE & TECHNO. AUSTIN, TX P.S. a VERY LIMITED amount of VIP tickets have just been added! You can also upgrade your GA passes — get ‘em while they’re hot! FINAL PASSES HERE
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Black and white poster promoting an event at Vienna’s City Hall on January 15, 2025: “Falco Meets Amadeus” Falco Meets Amadeus is a fantasy meeting of two musical legends from different centuries with similar biographies and equally short lives. Falco, the Viennese popstar of the 1980s, caused much sensation throughout Europe due to his glamorous lifestyle and enormous talent. A pioneering…
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