Architects Announce North American Tour
Architects, who recently released their eighth album, Holy Hell, via Epitaph Records, have announced their first North American tour in support of the 11-song album, with a month-long trek kicking off on April 26 at the House of Blues in Anaheim, Calif. Tour dates: April 26 Anaheim, CA House of Blues April 27 Phoenix, AZ Van...
Unreleased Townes Van Zandt Album Arrives March 7th
It’s been a while since I’ve heard the honest and spare tunes of the late, great Townes Van Zandt. The unreleased “All I Need” can be added to his pantheon of stellar songwriting and is included on the upcoming Sky Blue which will be available on March 7th (Townes birthday) via TVZ Records and Fat Possum Records....
Thom Yorke Announces Unreleased Suspiria Music
Thom Yorke is a crafty fellow. This announcement was made today and caught me unaware. February 22 will see the release of seven previously unheard recordings from Thom Yorke’s Suspiria… sessions. This 12” vinyl release from Thom and XL in partnership with The Vinyl Factory will be strictly limited to 1,500 copies and will consist of the following...
Image Comics Launches Vindication Comic Which Explores Race
Image Comics offered a press release for Vindication, a comic by writer MD Marie and artists Carlos Miko and Dema Jr. which takes a look at race in America. It’s a timely series that hopefully doesn’t come across as ham-fisted and is subtle in it’s approach to sensitive issues. You can preview a sample of the first issue...
Watch: My Little Pony: Equestria Girls Season 2 Trailer
Culture Fiend is open to all and includes those who consider themselves fans of My Little Pony and the Bronie subculture. Open your mind to some animation and the rest will follow, or so I’ve been told. My Little Pony: Equestria Girls Season 2 is set to premiere on Hasbro’s YouTube page on Friday, January 11. In anticipation of the premiere, Hasbro has released...
Marvel Comics Celebrates 80 Years
Eighty years ago, the Marvel Universe roared into existence with the publication of the now-historic MARVEL COMICS #1. Over the years, the company expanded mightily under the guidance of legends Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, Steve Ditko, and countless other industry titans. Today, Marvel is one of the most exciting and recognizable brands shaping pop culture,...