Tue
19
Jul

Thin Lizzy: Live at the Sydney Opera House, October 1978

Thin Lizzy

For those who only know of Phil Lynott and Thin Lizzy from either “Whisky In The Jar” or “The Boys Are Back In Town,” having heard them played on a classic rock station, let me tell you: you don’t know either, nor do you know the impact they had on hard rock specifically, and rock and roll in general.

Fortunately for those people, and those of us who have grown up listening to them and owning their records, there is a new release out from Mercury Studios that will not only offer an insight into just how powerful a rock band they were, but also give us a deeper look into the band and their leader, Phil Lynott.

This new set is comprised of a music CD of Thin Lizzy’s October 1978 concert performed at the Sydney Opera House, along with a DVD of the concert and a second DVD from 2020 entitled “Phil Lynott Songs For While I’m Away.”

Both the audio and video have been remixed and remastered by Mercury Studios.

Mon
18
Jul

Childhood Toys and Games that May be Valuable

Star Wars Toys
Mon
18
Jul

Get Pumped for Bloody Muscle Bodybuilder in Hell: Review and Giveaway

In 1994 Director Shinichi Fukazawa set out to make an homage film to one of his favorite horror movies, The Evil Dead, and emulate his favorite actor Bruce Campbell by doing the exact thing Sam Rami did way back in the day. Filming on weekends and on his days off from work, the film took over 15 years to complete, and now for the first time ever you can watch on Blu-ray in all it’d bloody glory.

Released in 2012 in Japan under the title of Bloody Muscle Bodybuilder in Hell, American audiences that were lucky enough to score a bootlegged VHS or burned DVD quickly gave the film its alternate title of The Japanese Evil Dead, due to the fact most of the story and plot resembles the first two films of Sam Raimi’s epic trilogy.

Mon
18
Jul

6 Things to Know About Star Wars Mini Figures

Things to Know about Star Wars Minifigs

Star Wars is an ever-growing franchise. Because it’s featured across all kinds of media, there’s something for most people to enjoy. For instance, whether you’re a movie, video game or comic book enthusiast, there’s something for you.

With this expanding franchise comes an expanding fanbase. There’s nothing like the Star Wars fanbase, which tend to be incredibly passionate about it. This is probably why merch are very popular, causing the franchise to release more. In fact, some of the Star Wars Lego sets in the market, especially rare vintage ones, can fetch for a lot of money.

In the realm of toys and mini figures, there are many kinds. Below are some things you can learn about these types of merchandise.

Thu
07
Jul

Marvel Goes Rom-Com with Thor: Love and Thunder

In the Marvel Cinematic Universe, there may not be a more polarizing sub-franchise than the Thor films. Director Kenneth Branagh did a good job with the first film, but played it mostly safe and straightforward, leaving the levity to a few sight gags where Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is shown as a stranger in a strange land. That was probably the correct approach for the early days of the MCU. Thor: The Dark World, attempted to be darker in tone under the direction of Alan Taylor, who was better known for his work in television. It didn't quite succeed and I found the overuse of Stellan Skarsgård as Erik Selvig and Kat Dennings as Darcy Lewis watered down the threat of the Dark Elves--who themselves weren't the most menacing of foes--with comic relief that never resonated with me. 

Tue
05
Jul

St Rooster Books' New Release, As The Night Devours Us, Is A Triumph Of Short Horror Fiction

Settled in the 9th century by seafaring Scandinavian explorers, Iceland sits alone just below the Arctic Circle amid the frigid waters of the North Atlantic, its imposing, glaciated, volcanic shores having evolved from one of the poorest areas in Europe into one of the most technologically advanced, peaceable and ecologically friendly nations on Earth. Yet in spite of its modern reputation as a marvel of renewable energy and beloved tourist destination, Iceland retains a crucial mystique. The average American's knowledge of the island has less to do with its Viking-era sagas and eddas than with its quirky cultural oddities--Björk, the Icelandic Phallological Museum, Keeping Up With The Kattarshians, svið (Google it at the risk of losing your appetite)--but to simply accept Iceland as a place of cute eccentricities is to ignore its shadowy legacy.

Mon
04
Jul

Celebs Line Up for Second Season of Scooby-Doo and Guess Who?

Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? Season 2

Scooby-Doo is an icon of animation that people just never tire of. The talking dog and his teenaged friends in Mystery, Inc. seem to always have a new series going, with older shows remaining in syndication.

Growing up, one of my favorite runs was The New Scooby-Doo Movies, because each episode would have a celebrity guest star -- many of whom I knew about -- which somehow made the cartoon just a bit more real to me, or at least made the Scoobyverse a bit broader. This tradition began anew when Hanna-Barbera and Warner Brothers delivered Scooby-Doo and Guess Who? which brought us a new stable of contemporary celebs and fictional characters ready to join in the mystery solving.

Thu
30
Jun

Arrow's The One-Armed Boxer Entertains with One Arm Tied Behind Its Back

The One-Armed Boxer

Arrow Video presents the first film from former Shaw Brothers executive, Raymond Chow. Chow founded rival studio, Golden Harvest, in 1970 with The One-Armed Boxer or (as it was originally released in the United States) The Chinese Professionals.

The film is written, directed, and starring former Shaw Brothers superstar “Jimmy” Wang Yu, who takes the helm and kicks off his version of martial art films with this first (and some may say best) film that came from the studio.

Wed
29
Jun

What You Need to Consider Before Buying a Carton Elevator

Ryson Carton Elevator

A carton elevator is suitable equipment for a business that needs to transfer their goods from one place to another. To make sure that it works well for you, you must consider your exact specifications and needs. Whether you have manual goods handling problems or you want to improve work efficiency, you can find a carton elevator that meets your needs.

Remember that it can be tricky to choose the right carton elevator considering that there are several options available to you. Carton elevators can vary depending on loads, sizes, and types. This page discusses what you need to consider before buying a carton elevator.

Determine the tasks you want the carton elevator to do

Tue
28
Jun

Paul Winter Consort: Concert in the Barn

Paul Winter Consort

What the first morning of summer sounds like.

Fri
24
Jun

Top 20: The Most Exciting Asian Slot Machines & the Best Japanese Slots

Top 20 Asian Slots

Japanese slot machine games are extremely popular in Asian communities, and it is seen as a great thing to do. Asian cultures embrace games of chance and skill, so gambling is very attractive to many people who live there. Many Asian slot machines have common characteristics: red and gold colour schemes. This is because these colours are thought to bring on good Asian fortune. There are also many common themes in these free Australian poker machines no downloads, including Cashien, Dragons, Koi ponds, Roosters, and Fortune cookies.

 

Thu
23
Jun

A Dark Lushness Reverberates Through Denver Grenell's The Burning Boy And Other Stories

"My devil had been long caged, he came out roaring." --Robert Louis Stevenson, The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde

Wed
22
Jun

4 Different Strategies to Win in an Online Casino

Strategies to Win at Online Casinos

Photo by Hello I'm Nik on Unsplash

Online casinos are a fun way to earn some additional money and relax. Casinos are exciting because even the thought of winning the jackpot seems appealing to many people. In order to win, some casino games require clever strategies. With strategies, you will avoid many losses. So, with the right use of the strategies, get cash while playing online casinos. Here are 4 different strategies to win in an online casino.

 

Tue
21
Jun

Rolling Stones: Licked Live in NYC

The Greatest Now, The Greatest Then, The Greatest Forever

Mon
20
Jun

The Radiant Sight a Modern Cinderella Korean Drama

The Radiant Sight #1

Mild-tempered Kim Bit-na is used to being overlooked. But her destiny is about to change in this modern Cinderella story from Martin Fisher, inspired by romantic Korean dramas.

Bit-na is a young girl who lives in the slums with her roommate, the strong and confident Chloe. Both struggle to make ends meet and pay the rent.

Their life is a stark contrast when compared to that of Thomas Gould, the young director of the Gould Foundation, who lives a life of modern royalty. When Thomas's parents decide to throw a formal party to celebrate his recent financial successes, he sees it for the trap that it is: a scheme for him to meet eligible women and settle down.

Mon
20
Jun

The Rabbit's Out of the Hat! Pocus Hocus Exposed in Issue 3

Pocus Hocus 3

Pocus Hocus made a deal with a demon: his soul in exchange for unlimited magical powers. But now his stage assistant, Emily, has uncovered his secret, as well as just what she's been assisting with!

In this world created by Allen Dunford and Will Radford, souls are currency for demons -- and demons use that currency to gamble. When the demon Pocus dealt with finds himself in debt to other demons, he strongarms Pocus into adding a new trick to his act, one in which he would deceive volunteers from the audience into signing over their souls. When Emily finds this out, she confronts Pocus -- and that brings us up to Pocus Hocus #3, the issue currently at hand.

At Emily's insistence, the two take a trip into Hell to win back the innocent souls she unwittingly helped send there. Naturally, upon arrival, the first thing they do is feed a cat -- and that gets the ball rolling toward wanton death and destruction!

Mon
20
Jun

Small Town Monsters' American Werewolves Provides Frightful And Thought-Provoking Exploration Of The Cryptid Phenomenon

Each year dozens of encounters with upright canids are reported in North America. Many reports recount a creature that is aggressive, ghastly and disturbing. While many theorize that the dogman is some sort of unidentified species of animal, many believe they were confronted by something else. Something more. A being that bent the very boundaries of reality itself and had stepped into our world from beyond…

Thu
16
Jun

The Most Popular Card Games at Polish Online Casino

Popular Card Games

The popularity of online casinos is increasing in different countries worldwide, and Poland is not an exception. Many people prefer to spend their free time playing favorites among Poles “darmowe automaty barowe”; consequently, there is a wide variety of options on any gambling website. Some of the games are classic, while others are contemporary. However, many gamblers opt for card games, and they remain some of the most popular choices.

There are many card games at online casinos, but it does not mean that all of them are popular. In this article, you will find a list of card games that are favorite in Poland.

1.    Poker

Poker happens to be a card game that is played by two or more players. The main goal of the game is to get the best hand or to bluff other participants so that they think you obtain the best hand.

Thu
16
Jun

The Best Science Fiction Cars in Film

Photo by Jason Leung

photo by Jason Leung on Unsplash

Wed
15
Jun

Lucifer: The Complete Fifth Season on DVD

Lucifer Season 5

After spending an eternity in Hell, Lucifer Morningstar makes a tumultuous return to Los Angeles. So why isn't he acting like his charming, mischievous self? Detective Chloe Decker senses there's something different about this handsome devil, but there are mysteries to solve: a nun's untimely demise, a noir detective story from 1946, and why people are randomly breaking into song and dance. Amenadiel adjusts to the whole fatherhood thing, Linda learns the truth about their child, Dan has an oddly invigorating odyssey in Mexico, and Lucifer's father -- aka God -- comes to Earth for an extended visit. The stakes are higher than ever in all 16 fiendishly enticing Season Five episodes!

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