Best Classic Video Games for Nostalgia Lovers

Gaming nostalgia is powerful—one glimpse of pixelated graphics… and you’re transported back in time.

Christian Death and the Birth of Deathrock: A Music Revolution

... a voice that was a mix of somewhere between Alice Cooper and Donovan Leitch could transport me back to my younger self...

“A whimsical Halloween scene featuring a classic black hearse parked in front of a fun yet spooky haunted house. The hearse is decorated with festive orange lights, a grinning skeleton in the driver’s seat, and a friendly ghost peeking out of the back. The background includes a full moon, jack-o’-lanterns, bats, and eerie mist, creating a nostalgic yet playful Halloween atmosphere. The title ‘Halloween, Horror, and Hearses: A GenX Memoir’ is subtly integrated into the scene, appearing as if written in fog or carved into a pumpkin.”

Halloween, Horror, & Hearses: A GenX Memoir

But for me, the darker side of things, just like Halloween, is a love that started in my childhood.

A digital illustration showcasing the evolution of handheld gaming consoles, from classic devices like the Game Boy and Sega Game Gear to modern systems like the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch. The background transitions from a retro arcade-style setting to a futuristic gaming environment, highlighting the technological advancements in portable gaming. The consoles are arranged dynamically, emphasizing their unique designs and generational progression.

My Handheld Gaming Journey: Classics to Modern Consoles

My first experiences with handheld gaming came from Mattel's Football game.

Front Line Assembly: Shaping Industrial Music

Over the years, we have seen so many bands come and go that we often forget the godfathers of American industrial music.

The Halloween Tree: A Spooky Tradition

What fewer may know is that Bradbury had a love of Halloween and horror.

Halloween Traditions: More Than Just a Jack-o’-lantern

As we age, we often let many of the traditions we held so dearly, as children, fade from memory.

The Rise of the Action Hero: From Myths to Movies

I would wear a blanket tied around my neck as my cape.

Horror’s Hidden Gems: A Subgenre Exploration

There are approximately 21 sub-genres of horror movies.

Thriller: The  Day Music Changed My Life

An excited boy accompanied his mother and younger sister on a Christmas shopping adventure.