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 Short and SWEET!!! | Week In Nerdom #live No notes let's just ROLL!! #marvel #news #nerd #nerdnews #generallynerdy DUBBY LINK https://www.dubby.gg/discount/GenerallyNerdy?ref=L4KeD4p4c3cl3L ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://teespring.com/stores/generallynerdy YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.x.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

 Big Zelda Rumor + Epic Trailer Drops LIVE! | Week In Nerdom #live Join me for a fresh rundown of the hottest pop culture and nerd news hitting the internet right now! We're diving into the wild new rumor about a Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake, fresh trailers for the live-action He-Man and James Gunn's Supergirl, plus the latest on Sophie Turner's injury delaying Tomb Raider production. Plus plenty of other exciting (and questionable) updates from the world of entertainment. But the real question is... will any of it actually be good? Drop your thoughts in the comments and let me know what you're most hyped (or skeptical) about! Support Generally Nerdy: If you want the truth about nerd culture without the mainstream narrative, subscribe and turn on notifications. Disclaimer: Opinions expressed here are my own. I value individual liberty and good storytelling. If you’re offended by facts or a different perspective, the internet is a big place—go find an echo chamber. For everyone else, welcome to the stream. #GenerallyNerdy #PopCulture #LiveStream #Marvel #StarWars #TheBatman #StrangerThings #RealTalk DUBBY LINK https://www.dubby.gg/discount/GenerallyNerdy?ref=L4KeD4p4c3cl3L ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://teespring.com/stores/generallynerdy YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.x.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

 Welcome back to The Week In Nerdom, your essential digest for everything pop culture, gaming, and tech. This week, the timeline has officially gone off the rails. We have the first explosive look at Mortal Kombat 2, confirmation that Ozzfest is returning to honor the late Prince of Darkness, and shocking details about a "villainous" Yoda plotline cut from The Acolyte.Plus, Star Wars racing is finally back on consoles, and William Shatner is doing... heavy metal? Strap in, nerds.⚡ SPONSOR: Dubby EnergyStop drinking battery acid and start drinking clean energy. No crash, no jitters, just focus. Get 10% OFF with Code: GenerallyNerdy Shop Here: https://www.dubby.gg/Recommended Flavors: Tiger's Blood, Cali O' Cream, and S'mores. MOVIES: Mortal Kombat 2 Trailer Reaction & Heat 2The tournament is officially beginning. The first trailer for Mortal Kombat 2 has dropped, giving us our first look at Karl Urban as Johnny Cage and the terrifying Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn. We break down the fatalities, the casting, and the May 8th release date.The Backrooms Movie: A24 released the trailer for the film adaptation of the internet’s favorite creepypasta, starring Chiwetel Ejiofor.Heat 2 Confirmed: Christian Bale officially joins the Michael Mann sequel. MUSIC: Ozzfest 2027 & A Metal Tribute to OzzyIn a massive announcement, Sharon Osbourne confirmed that Ozzfest will absolutely return in 2027. This marks the first festival since the passing of Ozzy Osbourne, and it promises to be a massive tribute to the Godfather of Metal.William Shatner Goes Metal: The Captain has announced a heavy metal album for 2026 featuring Zakk Wylde.Reunion Tours: Flyleaf, Slayer, and Sex Pistols (w/ Frank Carter) are hitting the road. GAMING: Star Wars: Galactic Racer GameplayIt’s not Podracer 2, but it might be better. We react to the gameplay trailer for Star Wars: Galactic Racer, a high-speed arcade racer coming to PS5, Xbox, and PC in 2026. No Jedi, just speed.Guitar Hero Successor: The original creators announced Stage Tour, a new rhythm game coming this Fall.Wolverine Release Date: Insomniac confirms a September 15, 2026 launch. TV SHOWS: The Acolyte’s "Villainous" YodaShowrunner Leslye Headland revealed that the cancelled Season 2 of The Acolyte would have portrayed Yoda in a "villainous light," ignoring the Sith threat to maintain political peace. We discuss the controversy and what could have been.God of War Casting: Ed Skrein cast as Baldur in the Amazon series.Ronda Rousey vs. Gina Carano: Netflix announces a new action movie face-off. COMICS: Avengers: Armageddon EventMarvel has announced its next massive crossover: Avengers: Armageddon. Launching this June, the story features Red Hulk claiming Dr. Doom’s Latveria.DC Next Level: New trailers for DC's upcoming initiative.She-Hulk: Planet She-Hulk has been canceled. RUMOR MILL: Game of Thrones & Aegon’s ConquestIs HBO developing a movie about Aegon’s Conquest? Reports suggest Beau Willimon is writing the script for the Targaryen origin story. We rate the likelihood of this, plus rumors on a new Xbox Handheld and a "woke" James Bond casting. 

 Marvel vs. DC Movie Rumors & The Truth About Stranger Things 5 | Generally Nerdy Live Here are the titles and description for the stream. I’ve tailored them to be punchy, algorithm-friendly, and honest about the content. Since I’m writing from 2025, I’m treating the news as fresh. Video Title Options Pick the one that fits the specific "vibe" of the thumbnail you have planned. Stranger Things 5: Critics Are Wrong + Netflix Bails on WBD Marvel vs. DC Movie Rumors & The Truth About Stranger Things 5 WBD Sale Collapse: Netflix Out | Is Stranger Things 5 Actually Bad? Generally Nerdy: Snyder’s Marvel/DC Plan & Defending Stranger Things Video Description Stream Start: [Time] We’re cutting through the noise today. The critics are calling Stranger Things 5 a "dumpster fire," but I’ve seen enough to know when the mob is just parroting hate for clicks. We’re going to talk about why they’re wrong and what the show actually delivers. On the business side, the massive Warner Bros. Discovery sale has hit a wall. Netflix is out. The government is crying "antitrust," which usually just means the market was about to do something the regulators didn't understand. We’ll break down what this means for the future of DC and HBO. Plus, the rumor mill is spinning with Zack Snyder and the Russo Brothers potentially helming a Marvel vs. DC crossover, and Edgar Wright is trying to remake Barbarella. Let's see if he can pull it off without ruining the camp classic. Topics: Stranger Things 5 Vol. 1: Ignoring the clickbait reviews. Is it actually good? Yes. WBD & Netflix: The deal is dead. Antitrust concerns block the sale—government overreach or a saving grace for subscribers? Marvel vs. DC: Rumors are flying about a Snyder/Russo collaboration. Is this the event film to save the box office or just a pipe dream? Barbarella: Edgar Wright’s vision for the remake. Can high-concept sci-fi work here? Generally Nerdy covers the culture without the fluff. Sci-fi, Fantasy, Games, and Music. #StrangerThings5 #WBD #Marvel #DC #ZackSnyder #EdgarWright #PopCulture #GenerallyNerdy DUBBY LINK https://www.dubby.gg/discount/GenerallyNerdy?ref=L4KeD4p4c3cl3L ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://teespring.com/stores/generallynerdy YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.x.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

 Is the Industry DYING? | Generally Nerdy Live Netflix just won the battle of the bids, this is true. But the WAR is far from over. WBD is not safe from hostile take over, and the Saudi's want what they came for. Plus Trump weighs in on the whole situation. And we have crazy movie happenings. Is the movie industry going the way of the buffalo? #WBD #Marvel #DC #ZackSnyder #EdgarWright #PopCulture #GenerallyNerdy DUBBY LINK https://www.dubby.gg/discount/GenerallyNerdy?ref=L4KeD4p4c3cl3L ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://teespring.com/stores/generallynerdy YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.x.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

 Hollywood SELLS OUT, SnyderVerse RISING & Your Childhood Is CANCELLED Well, well, well. Look what the cat dragged in. Another week, another glimpse into the beautiful, raging dumpster fire that is our culture. Tonight, we're diving headfirst into the abyss, and trust me, you'll want to be here for this one. First up, it looks like Hollywood has finally decided to quit pretending and is getting ready to cash some very interesting checks. We've got bombshell insider reports that a certain cinematic universe, left for dead by the studio suits, might be getting resurrected by a trillion-dollar foreign investment. That's right, the "SnyderVerse" might be back on the menu, and the implications for the current regime at DC are... let's just say "complicated." We'll unpack the rumors, the "exclusive" reports, and what it means when sovereign wealth funds decide they want to rival Marvel by any means necessary. Place your bets now on how this particular clown show ends. Next, we'll shift our gaze to the video game industry's annual black-tie back-patting contest. The "prestigious" Game of the Year nominations are out, and it's a fascinating list. We've got sequels, indie darlings that finally escaped development hell, and whatever Hideo Kojima has been smoking. We'll break down the contenders and ask the tough questions, like "Do any of these awards actually matter?" and "Which game will the blue-haired weirdos on Twitter get mad about this year?" Just when you thought your childhood was safe, they're digging up the corpses of more 80s classics. Get ready for Gremlins 3, because apparently, Hollywood is completely, utterly, and embarrassingly out of original ideas. We'll talk about who's in, who's out (a key director, shockingly), and whether we can expect a heartfelt sequel or a soulless, CGI-infested cash grab designed to prey on your nostalgia. I think we all know the answer, but it's fun to pretend, isn't it? And for the music nerds, we've got a festival lineup so massive it has to be a joke. Hellfest just dropped all 183 bands for its next iteration, and it is a sight to behold. From nu-metal dads to British metal legends, it's a beautiful mess. We'll discuss the absurdity of the lineup and what it says about the state of heavy music today. We've got all that and a hell of a lot more nonsense to sift through. So grab a drink, settle in, and join the stream. Bring your opinions, your hot takes, and your willingness to call out the insanity. The chat is open, the mics are hot, and the takes will be spicy. Don't be late. You'll regret it. Maybe. #NerdyNews #LiveStream #YouTube #News #WeeklyUpdate DUBBY LINK https://www.dubby.gg/discount/GenerallyNerdy?ref=L4KeD4p4c3cl3L ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://teespring.com/stores/generallynerdy YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.x.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

 Putting these MAJOR Rumors in the GROUND! | Generally Nerdy Live The internet's "scoop" industry is a festering pit of desperation, and this week was a prime example of its terminal disease. We're here to do what the so-called "journalists" won't: call out the garbage for what it is. In this episode, we're putting on our hazmat suits and wading into the radioactive sludge of the rumor mill. We'll be performing a public autopsy on two of the biggest lies that had you all salivating for the last seven days. One involves some kids on bikes and the "insider info" about their on-set drama. The other involves a certain Latverian dictator and the pathetic fan-casting that got reported as fact by people who should know better. Prepare for disappointment, because the truth is a harsh mistress. But it's not all lies and misery. We'll also talk about a certain masked anarchist getting a TV show, which could either be brilliant or a complete catastrophe. And for you gamers, we've got some potentially soul-crushing news about the most anticipated heist simulator in history. Stop rewarding the liars with your clicks. Watch this and get the truth. It's a bitter pill, but we'll help you swallow it. #NerdyNews #News DUBBY LINK https://www.dubby.gg/discount/GenerallyNerdy?ref=L4KeD4p4c3cl3L ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://teespring.com/stores/generallynerdy YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.x.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

 Last Minute Mayhem: Unplanned Nerd News Meltdown | Generally Nerdy #Live I have no idea what we will be talking about today. This stream was not planned (as you may have guessed), and my week has been pretty crazy so I can't even speak to what is going on in the pop culture/nerd news just off-hand either. BUT we will likely be talking about some CRAZY Disney issues. Probably something to do with Marvel movies, perhaps some Star wars, very likely even something that has nothing to do with comic books or Disney. Only time will tell until then LET'S GOOOO! #NerdyNews #PopCultureLive #NerdCulture #GeekCulture #PopCulture #LiveStream #YouTube #News #WeeklyUpdate DUBBY LINK https://www.dubby.gg/discount/GenerallyNerdy?ref=L4KeD4p4c3cl3L ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://teespring.com/stores/generallynerdy YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.x.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

 Hollywood IMPLODES, Battlefield WINS, & Charlie Cox Breaks Your Heart | Week In Nerdom Hello Nerds. Welcome back to The Week In Nerdom, your essential weekly briefing on all the chaos erupting in pop culture. This week, the foundations of Hollywood, gaming, and television were shaken to their core. We’re here to break down the biggest nerd news, from the potential Warner Bros. Discovery sale to Battlefield 6's massive sales victory over Call of Duty, and the absolutely insane news about the Stranger Things Season 5 finale getting a theatrical release. Hollywood IMPLODES: The Warner Bros. Discovery Sale The biggest story this week, without a doubt, is the official confirmation that Warner Bros. Discovery is evaluating multiple acquisition offers. This isn't a rumor; the "For Sale" sign is up. This puts the future of everything from James Gunn's DCU and the HBO library to the Harry Potter franchise in jeopardy. We dive into what this seismic shift means for the industry and who the potential buyers are. Is the DCU about to get rebooted again? Elsewhere in movie news, we discuss the latest trailer from The Daily Wire for their ambitious fantasy series, The Pendragon Cycle, and why legacy media is being forced to take them seriously. Plus, Tron: Ares is on track to be a massive box office bomb, and a horror sequel, Screamboat 2, has already been announced. Gaming News: Battlefield 6 HUMILIATES Call of Duty In a stunning victory, Battlefield 6 sold over 7 million copies in just three days, making it the biggest launch in the series' history. We break down the numbers and discuss what this means for the ongoing war between Battlefield vs. Call of Duty. Plus, Microsoft has officially confirmed a next-gen Xbox console is in development, and we have the latest details. We also cover the original Resident Evil trilogy finally landing DRM-free on GOG and the massive Amazon Web Services (AWS) outage that took down Fortnite and half the internet. TV News: The Stranger Things Theatrical Finale In a move that's either genius or pure greed, Netflix is giving the Stranger Things Season 5 finale a full theatrical release. That's right, the two-hour series conclusion will be in movie theaters on the same day it hits the streaming service. We also have incredible news for horror fans: the master himself, John Carpenter, is developing a new horror anthology series. Plus, we get into the future of The Walking Dead and the newly announced Prison Break reboot. A Tragic Loss in Music: R.I.P. Sam Rivers of Limp Bizkit On a more somber note, the music world is mourning the tragic passing of Sam Rivers, the founding bassist of Limp Bizkit, at age 48. We pay tribute to a true legend whose sound defined a generation of nu-metal. We also cover the latest tour and festival announcements, including Sick New World 2026 and new music from Puscifer. Comic Book & Rumor Mill Breakdown The nerd news doesn't stop. We discuss the end of a major, long-running era for IDW's Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (TMNT) comic series. In the rumor mill, Charlie Cox has officially DENIED rumors of his appearance in Spider-Man: Brand New Day. We analyze his statement and discuss whether he's telling the truth. Finally, a shocking new rumor suggests that Disney's Bob Iger, not Kathleen Kennedy, may be to blame for the recent chaos at Lucasfilm and with the Star Wars franchise. ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://generally-nerdy.creator-spring.com YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.twitter.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy 

James Gunn FIRED Rumor, Call of Duty's $300M DISASTER, &amp; The Return of RUSH | The Week In NerdomThis week in the nerd world was an absolute dumpster fire of corporate chaos, shocking comebacks, and financial face-plants. We're breaking down the massive rumor that James Gunn could be fired from the DCU amid a potential Warner Bros. Discovery sale to Paramount. Plus, we dive into how Microsoft's own strategy led to a reported $300 million sales loss for Call of Duty, and celebrate the unbelievable news that RUSH is back for a 2026 tour!From the official end of Marvel's Ultimate Universe to the revival of DC's Vertigo imprint and M. Night Shyamalan's bizarre Magic 8-Ball TV show, we're covering all the unhinged news you need to know.Support the chaos and look good doing it! Grab the new "Music Nerd" Phantom of the Opera shirt: https://generally-nerdy.creator-spring.comFuel your nerdom with DUBBY!⚡ Get clean energy for your next raid or workday. Use code GENERALLYNERDY for a discount!https://www.dubby.gg/Music News: The Return of RUSH &amp; The Passing of a LegendThe music world was hit with massive news as prog-rock gods RUSH announced a 2026 comeback tour. With the legendary Neil Peart gone, Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson have tapped drumming phenom Anika Nilles for the impossible task. We also saw new, brutal music from Rob Zombie, and tragically, had to say goodbye to the iconic neo-soul pioneer D'Angelo.Gaming &amp; Tech: Call of Duty's $300M Self-Inflicted WoundIn the tech world, Microsoft is facing the consequences of its own strategy, with a new report claiming Call of Duty has lost $300 million in sales due to the aggressive push for Xbox Game Pass. Meanwhile, Elon Musk has declared war on Netflix over its inclusion of LGBTQ characters in kids' programming, and we say goodbye to a legend as Mortal Kombat's "Toasty!" guy, Dan Forden, leaves NetherRealm.Comics: One Universe Ends, Another is RebornIt's the end of an era as Marvel Comics has officially announced the end of its groundbreaking Ultimate Universe in April 2026. But as one door closes, another opens. DC Comics thrilled fans by announcing a full revival of its legendary, adult-oriented Vertigo imprint, the home of classics like Sandman and Preacher.TV &amp; Movies: Corporate Chaos and Bizarre New ShowsHollywood is buzzing as Paramount has launched a massive acquisition bid for Warner Bros. Discovery, a move that could reshape the entire industry and put the future of the DCU in jeopardy. In what might be the strangest news of the year, M. Night Shyamalan is developing a thriller series based on the Magic 8-Ball. We also mourn the passing of the incredible Diane Keaton and look forward to a newly announced Batman: Knightfall animated film.The Rumor Mill: Is James Gunn OUT at DC?The biggest rumor of the week suggests that if the Warner Bros. sale goes through, the new leadership would immediately fire James Gunn and scrap his entire 10-year plan, leading to another full DCU reboot. Could we see Zack Snyder return? Is DC truly a cursed franchise? We break down the terrifying likelihood.&nbsp;MusicFollow-ups/Correctionshttps://blabbermouth.net/news/ex-lostprophets-singer-ian-watkins-dead-at-48-after-attack-in-prison&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/eloy-casagrande-on-slipknot-new-material-is-coming&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/news/amon-amarth-body-count-sepultura-more-added-to-sonic-temple-2026&nbsp;&nbsp;New Music/Videohttps://blabbermouth.net/news/agnostic-front-teams-up-with-darryl-dmc-mcdaniels-for-new-single-matter-of-life-deathRoger “Tazmanian Devil” Miret and DMC on vocals together. New York at its FINEST!~https://youtu.be/J-1KBu6Bnns&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/puddle-of-mudds-wes-scantlin-pays-tribute-to-layne-staley-chester-bennington-and-chris-cornell-in-firefly-songHis heart is in a good place, but his head is more on his wallet than anything else it seems.~https://youtu.be/UZ10twHvS4k&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/rob-zombie-announces-new-album-the-great-satan-releases-video-for-punks-and-demons-singleThis is some OLD SCHOOL Zombie for sure! Good to see ol’ Rob still has it in him.~https://youtu.be/J0mfcGLaPqI&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/the-pretty-reckless-announces-holiday-ep-taylor-momsens-pretty-reckless-christmasAre we already to the point of desperation that we need to capitalize on our CHILDHOOD fame?~https://youtu.be/z1XRh1JZpPs&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/ice-nine-kills-unveils-dark-homage-to-batman-89-with-the-laugh-track&nbsp;~https://youtu.be/2fbVUmH6mY0&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/as-i-lay-dying-announces-new-lineup-shares-powerful-single-echoes&nbsp;~https://youtu.be/R4JOYXTHenc&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/new-music/riot-games-streams-2xko-theme-song-feat-spiritboxs-courtney-laplanteDefinitely better than that MK11 announce trailer song.~https://youtu.be/xyK3lFtz2H8&nbsp;&nbsp;Tours/Festivalshttps://blabbermouth.net/news/ex-type-o-negative-guitarist-kenny-hickey-confirms-there-have-been-talks-about-staging-peter-steele-tribute-concert&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/rush-announces-2026-tour&nbsp;~https://blabbermouth.net/news/new-rush-drummer-anika-nilles-i-want-to-thank-geddy-and-alex-for-welcoming-me-on-this-incredible-new-journey&nbsp;https://loudwire.com/no-doubt-las-vegas-sphere-2026/&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/tour-dates/left-to-suffer-announces-early-2026-headlining-north-american-tour&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol Newshttps://variety.com/2025/music/news/dangelo-dead-neo-soul-pioneer-untitled-voodoo-1236552500/statement from the family: “The shining star of our family has dimmed his light for us in this life…After a prolonged and courageous battle with cancer, we are heartbroken to announce that Michael D’Angelo Archer, known to his fans around the world as D’Angelo, has been called home, departing this life today, October 14th, 2025. We are saddened that he can only leave dear memories with his family, but we are eternally grateful for the legacy of extraordinarily moving music he leaves behind.&nbsp; We ask that you respect our privacy during this difficult time but invite you all join us in mourning his passing while also celebrating the gift of song that he has left for the world.”https://blabbermouth.net/news/reunited-winds-of-plague-is-definitely-leaning-towards-making-new-music-and-playing-a-couple-of-more-shows&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/news/enterprise-earths-gabe-mangold-joins-devildriver&nbsp;SuggestsGaming/TechFollow-ups/Correctionshttps://boundingintocomics.com/video-games/video-game-news/call-of-duty-reportedly-loses-300-million-in-sales-as-microsoft-increases-xbox-game-pass&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/gta-6-delay-explained-take-two-ceo-price-increases-1236399699/&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/instagram-teen-accounts-pg-13-movie-rating-restrict-1236551529/&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/invincible-video-game-cecil-gaming-news-roundup-1236544610/&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/youtube-second-chance-reinstate-users-terminated-banned-1236544596/Surely this can’t be because Google recently testified to Congress that they censored people for no reason other than a difference of political opinion.https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/fallout-season-2-update-fallout-76-walton-goggins-ghoul-1236535681/- In news that should have happened FAR sooner.Reg ‘ol Newshttps://variety.com/2025/digital/news/netflix-spotify-video-podcasts-streaming-deal-1236552447/&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/women-older-adults-us-gamers-study-1236538193/Studies like this happen every few years anymore. It is interesting how they define what a “gamer” is. Mostly if you play casual games like Candy Crush then these studies qualify you as a gamer. Which then causes the AAA Gaming industry types to try to market and design for the fairer sex. But the people spending actual money on games, especially AAA titles where the REAL money in the industry is, are still majority male. A slimming majority sure, but a strong majority none-the-less.https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/joe-rogan-megyn-kelly-smartless-golden-globe-podcast-award-1236537516/And the award for the Awards show that is trying the HARDEST to stay relevant goes to…https://variety.com/2025/digital/news/elon-musk-cancel-netflix-war-kids-shows-trans-lgbtq-characters-1236537089/&nbsp;https://www.pcgamer.com/games/fighting/the-guy-who-says-toasty-in-mortal-kombat-has-left-netherrealm-after-more-than-30-years-with-the-team/&nbsp;Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/Corrections<a href="https://www.comicsbeat.com/nycc-25-dc-gotham-city-panel/"…

MusicFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Follow-up: https://loudwire.com/jillian-lauren-shriner-weezer-police-shooting-court-ruling/&nbsp;New Music/Video&nbsp;Hunt The Dinosaur “Nefarious Outlaws”&nbsp;~https://youtu.be/YCIVjq1550s?si=FUA3rUCcFRfCJd-X - Nu Metal Deathcore with a BANJO?!?! Ok sure! I am SERIOUSLY here for it! Juvenile “He Gone feat. Mannie Fresh and Dee-1” ~https://youtu.be/zcsytkI-XL4 - haven’t heard from Juvenile in a while. This is great fun! Gotta love the dirty south sound. New Found Glory - https://blabbermouth.net/news/new-found-glory-announces-listen-up-album-shares-laugh-it-off-single new album out Feb 20 2026. So be ready for your ears to bleed, because they still sound like New Found Glory ~https://youtu.be/6dcj_vabpyA https://blabbermouth.net/news/the-acacia-strain-shares-music-video-for-swamp-mentality ~https://youtu.be/lYn_pXZOkUI - I mean… yeah… it’s the Acacia Strain… https://metalinjection.net/video/chat-pile-hayden-pedigo-stream-new-collaborative-single-demon-time ~https://youtu.be/t_GT9qOLFrg - that was mildly anti-climactic. Atmosphere is cool though.Tours/Festivals&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/avenged-sevenfold-postpones-fall-2025-latin-american-tour-due-to-m-shadowss-vocal-injury-it-breaks-my-heart-i-have-to-do-this https://metalinjection.net/news/behemoth-dethklok-cradle-of-filth-more-added-to-sonic-temple-2026 May 14 through 17 2026.Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://loudwire.com/sharon-ozzy-osbourne-coming-home-trailer-2025/ ~https://youtu.be/3zkGIKhgGzM https://metalinjection.net/upcoming-releases/lamb-of-god-appears-to-be-teasing-new-music-for-this-week&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Goblin’s Suspiria Soundtrack.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsTrailers&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/marvel-tokon-spider-man-ghost-rider-gameplay ~https://youtu.be/q650jS2gyXE https://www.engadget.com/gaming/playstation/marvels-wolverine-slices-his-way-onto-ps5-in-fall-2026-220250305.html - From last week’s State of Play from Sony. The biggest thing in the presentation. Which is why we are talking about it here, instead of me injecting a new piece into last week’s video. ~https://youtu.be/s3pDMUWlA6I https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/new-halloween-has-a-controversial-new-take-on-michael-myers-and-its-been-retconned-before/ ~https://youtu.be/715qsd1qIFg&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/fortnite-peacemaker-emote-nazi-symbol-controversy ~https://boundingintocomics.com/tv-shows/fortnite-peacemaker-emote-removed/ https://cosmicbook.news/trump-son-in-law-saudi-arabia-buying-electronic-arts ~https://boundingintocomics.com/video-games/video-game-news/electronic-arts-bought-out-by-saudi-arabias-public-investment-fund-for-55-billion-in-largest-public-company-buyout-ever/ https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/alphabet-will-pay-22-million-to-settle-president-trumps-youtube-lawsuit-234611643.html https://www.engadget.com/ai/openai-will-reportedly-release-a-tiktok-like-social-app-alongside-sora-2-205842527.html https://www.engadget.com/ai/microsoft-is-trying-to-make-vibe-working-a-thing-163334367.html https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/bowser-is-leaving-nintendo-of-america-221650389.html https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/1998-fighting-game-secretly-re-released-after-27-years-with-rollback-netcode/&nbsp;SuggestsComic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsTrailersReg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/comics/news/i-saw-santa-reveals-greg-capullos-return-to-the-spawn-universe-with-new-cover-exclusive/ https://comicbook.com/comics/news/dc-already-revealed-another-krypton-secret-to-rival-supermans-parents-twist/ https://www.comicsbeat.com/gargoyles-winter-special-2025-announced-by-dynamite-entertainment/ https://blabbermouth.net/news/guns-n-roses-singer-axl-rose-and-sumerian-comics-announce-axl-rose-appetite-for-destruction-graphic-novel&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Forever EvilTV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections &nbsp;Follow-up: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/haunted-hotel-renewed-season-2-netflix-1236386953/ Follow-up: https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/jimmy-kimmel-live-returning-to-stations-nexstar-sinclair-1236378740/ - it was inevitable I guess, but initial reports suggest his ratings are now down 70%. ~https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/jimmy-kimmel-fully-back-abc-tv-nexstar-sinclair-1236530517/&nbsp;TrailersReg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/tim-allen-charlie-kirk-erika-forgive-killer-father-1236386846/ https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/sean-penn-we-need-charlie-kirk-in-politics-1236533068/ - In “Hell Just Froze Over News”Suggests&nbsp;The Fall of the House of Usher - NetflixMoviesFollow-ups/Corrections &nbsp;Follow-up: https://cosmicbook.news/trump-movie-tariff-marvel-leaves-georgia - Didn’t we already hear this one? Follow-up: https://cosmicbook.news/drew-mcintyre-joins-henry-cavill-highlander Follow-up: https://cosmicbook.news/thunderbolts-bombed-box-office-disney-plus Follow-up: Speaking of Marvel stuff on Disney+ https://cosmicbook.news/marvel-nova-strange-academy-dead-disney-plus Follow-up: https://cosmicbook.news/spaceballs-2-filming-photo-cast-revealed Follow-up: https://comicbookmovie.com/spider_man/into-the-spider_verse/spider-man-beyond-the-spider-verse-gets-a-new-slightly-earlier-release-date-a223987 new date is June 18, 2027.Trailers&nbsp;<a href="https://cosmicbook.news/the-astronaut-trailer-release-date-cast"…

MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsFOLLOW-UP: https://blabbermouth.net/news/static-x-celebrates-25th-anniversary-of-wisconsin-death-trip-with-limited-edition-box-set&nbsp;FOLLOW-UP: https://blabbermouth.net/news/slipknots-duality-surpasses-one-billion-streams-on-spotify&nbsp;New Music/Videohttps://blabbermouth.net/news/afi-shares-music-video-for-new-single-holy-visions New album “Silver Bleeds the Black Sun…” out Oct 3~https://youtu.be/5c6sMntanTQ&nbsp;https://loudwire.com/five-finger-death-punch-babymetal-the-end-lyrics-video/ It IS the trendy thing to do now~https://youtu.be/rIc383iYLJ4?si=jDHIrXJiPG_ghxqW&nbsp;Ladytron Awesomeness… A little electronic breath of fresh air in all the heaviness. https://youtu.be/C1ZZagt0cDg?si=NkumNt5kHeBGzA2d&nbsp;Tours/Festivalshttps://blabbermouth.net/news/winds-of-plague-announces-summer-fall-2025-reunion-shows&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/tour-dates/acid-bath-announce-2026-new-jersey-return-with-baroness-the-skull&nbsp;Reg ‘ol Newshttps://loudwire.com/nine-inch-nails-tron-ride-disney/&nbsp;SuggestsMastodon - Blood MountainGaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsFOLLOW-UP: https://dataconomy.com/2025/09/08/alibaba-qwen-3-max-preview/ Another LLM update…FOLLOW-UP: https://fandomwire.com/all-the-new-games-coming-out-this-week-september-1-7-including-hollow-knight-silksong/ - FINALLY released!~https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/hollow-knight-silksong-player-count-steam/&nbsp;~https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/silksong-release-steam-e502-l3-error-code-xbox-playstation-store-eshop-down/&nbsp;FOLLOW-UP: https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/dune-awakening-chapter-2-update-lost-harvest-dlc-release-date/&nbsp;FOLLOW-UP: https://cosmicbook.news/helldivers-2-into-the-unjust-backlash&nbsp;TrailersReg ‘ol Newshttps://www.wric.com/business/press-releases/ein-presswire/846843456/pace-anti-piracy-announces-fusion-ai-to-protect-audio-and-media-ai-models-from-ip-theft/&nbsp;https://www.artificialintelligence-news.com/news/switzerland-releases-its-own-fully-open-ai-model/&nbsp;https://bleedingfool.com/news/warner-bros-slaps-ai-startup-midjourney-with-copyright-lawsuit-over-brazen-theft/&nbsp;https://www.engadget.com/gaming/this-pettable-poke-ball-is-a-tamagotchi-style-toy-with-over-150-pokemon-inside-and-i-need-it-now-215047740.html&nbsp;SuggestsHallow Knight: Silk Song… i mean it is ONLY $20, what are you waiting for?Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsDropping this month - https://www.cgccomics.com/news/article/14414/&nbsp;~https://www.comicreleases.com/2025/06/image-september-2025-solicitations/&nbsp;TrailersReg ‘ol Newshttps://www.comicreleases.com/2025/08/marvel-november-2025-solicitations/&nbsp;~https://www.comicreleases.com/2025/08/dc-november-2025-solicitations/&nbsp;~https://www.comicreleases.com/2025/08/image-november-2025-solicitations/&nbsp;~https://www.comicreleases.com/2025/08/dark-horse-november-2025-solicitations/&nbsp;~https://www.comicreleases.com/2025/08/idw-november-2025-solicitations/&nbsp;https://gizmodo.com/100-new-sci-fi-fantasy-and-horror-books-for-september-2000649472&nbsp;SuggestsAbsolute Batman~https://urbaneturtle.com/2024/10/13/review-absolute-batman-1/&nbsp;TV ShowsFollow-ups/Correctionshttps://cosmicbook.news/it-welcome-to-derry-release-date-hbo&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/harry-potter-tv-show-lucius-malfoy-cornelius-fudge-book-change/ - because it’s not bad enough that they’re re-adapting it, but apparently they have to reINTERPERATE it too.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/streaming-ratings-aug-4-10-2025-1236361545/&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/scrubs-revival-john-c-mcginley-1236361641/ Now Dr. Cox is returning to the revival series too!Trailershttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/landman-season-2-trailer-billy-bob-thornton-demi-moore-1236361468/&nbsp;~https://youtu.be/PtS4m13gUWk&nbsp;Reg ‘ol Newshttps://deadline.com/2025/09/the-conjuring-series-in-works-at-hbo-max-hires-showrunner-1236513465/ but… will jump scare work on your phone screen?https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/black-mirror-creator-charlie-brooker-new-netflix-show-1236365849/&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/life-is-strange-series-video-game-prime-video-1236362377/&nbsp;SuggestsAlien: Earth - Noah Hawley is doing the lord’s work.MoviesFollow-ups/Correctionshttps://cosmicbook.news/street-fighter-movie-official-cast-announced-release-date-set&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/superman-man-of-tomorrow-release-date&nbsp;~https://cosmicbook.news/superman-man-of-tomorrow-brainiac-villain&nbsp;Reg ‘ol Newshttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/new-amityville-horror-amazon-mgm-studios-1236366085/ Can we not let sleeping dogs lie? Or in this cast sleeping demonshttps://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/ryan-reynolds-tour-john-candy-i-like-me-doc-1236365034/&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/film/news/michael-caine-ends-retirement-last-witch-hunter-2-1236512021/&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/jim-jarmusch-movie-father-mother-sister-brother-teaser-1236356793/ - Tom Waits and Mayim Bialik are always a win!SuggestsSpawn - 1997 Movie adaptation. Free on YouTubeRumor MillConfirmations/RefutationsNew SourcesNew RumorsSpider-Man - Tobey Maguire reportedly spotted in London. Sparking Rumors for a Spider-Man: Brand New Day cameo. More Likely for Avengers: Doomsday.https://bleedingfool.com/news/rumored-dr-doom-plot-twist-for-avengers-doomsday-has-fans-rolling-their-eyes/&nbsp;

&nbsp;Your Weekly Dose of Nerd News Rage (Mudvayne, CoD, Marvel Zombies)&nbsp;

Ultimate News Roundup: Gojira DELAYED, Splinter Cell RETURNS &amp; Spider-Man Rumors | Week In NerdomMusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsNew Music/Video&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/gojiras-new-album-to-arrive-in-2026-its-very-crucial-to-take-the-time-to-bring-something-fresh-and-new-and-powerfulTours/FestivalsReg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/lamb-of-gods-randy-blythe-pays-tribute-to-brent-hinds-he-was-a-true-rock-n-roll-wild-man https://metalinjection.net/news/bill-kelliher-pays-tribute-to-brent-hinds-its-been-hard-to-get-a-grip-on-my-emotions-this-week https://blabbermouth.net/news/zoe-m-federoff-exits-cradle-of-filth-for-personal-reasons https://www.theprp.com/2025/08/24/news/cradle-of-filths-dani-filth-comments-on-the-abrupt-mid-tour-exit-of-zoe-marie-federoff/ https://www.theprp.com/2025/08/25/news/kim-draculas-tour-bus-caught-fire-over-the-weekend-band-unable-to-play-immediate-shows/ https://numetalagenda.com/news/story/mudvayne-post-cryptic-new-teaser-video/SuggestsGaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsTrailers&nbsp;https://boundingintocomics.com/video-games/video-game-news/developer-illfonic-releases-trailer-for-their-next-slasher-adaptation-halloween-the-game/ ~ https://youtu.be/sv3QNjz1mYgReg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/the-elder-scrolls-6-fallout-5-bethesda-john-dombrow/ https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/escape-from-tarkov-leaving-early-access-release-date/ https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/dnd-unearthed-arcana-apocalyptic-subclasses-dark-sun-reaction/ https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/bungie-ceo-resign-fan-reactions/ https://www.engadget. com/ai/meta-is-licensing-midjourneys-ai-image-and-video-tech-120012178.html https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/08/hyrule-warriors-age-of-imprisonment-will-be-playable-at-tokyo-game-show-2025 https://www.ign.com/articles/sony-sells-ownership-stake-in-evo-to-nodwin-gamingSuggestsComic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsTrailersReg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-doctor-doom-variant-doom-2099-returns-2099-heroes/ https://www.comicsbeat.com/wiccan-witches-road/ https://www.comicsbeat.com/exclusive-samurai-pizza-cats-returns-in-a-new-manga/ https://www.comicsbeat.com/wonder-woman-25-the-matriarch/SuggestsTV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/blade-runner-2099-2026-prime-video https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/the-last-of-us-season-3-confirms-a-major-change-and-fans-will-be-excited/Trailers&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/splinter-cell-deathwatch-netflix-trailer Is this a sign of games to come?? ~ https://youtu.be/LAM63Dj3XBQ?si=zd5kLyvtl_5lor3_Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/horror-beat-sweet-revenge/ https://www.yahoo.com/entertainment/articles/crunchyroll-partners-delta-airlines-flight-155653418.htmlSuggestsMoviesFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/superman-box-office-600m-short-batman-man-of-steel https://cosmicbook.news/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-2-secret-ooze-theaters-2026 https://cosmicbook.news/karen-gillan-joins-henry-cavill-highlander https://cosmicbook.news/resident-evil-reboot-filming-zach-creggerTrailers&nbsp;https://youtu.be/Dqbur3Vu5Gk?si=THhbV0XqgyrVqERxReg ‘ol News&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/heinlein-citizen-galaxy-animated-film https://cosmicbook.news/archie-movie-dc-tom-king https://cosmicbook.news/skydance-paramount-star-trek-priority https://bleedingfool.com/movies-tv-film/chris-columbus-gremlins-reboot-script-development/SuggestsRumor MillConfirmations/RefutationsNew Sources&nbsp;Spider-Man: Brand New Day - Venom, or at least the Venom Symbiote, is getting a lot of hype as being featured in the movie.New Rumors&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/batman-2-leaks-catwoman-mr-freeze-robin https://cosmicbook.news/gina-carano-star-wars-return-rumorSPECULATIONHousekeeping/In this episode&nbsp;No episode of That JUST Happened this week, as I am still working out the bugs of our new format here.&nbsp;We are officially 2 months away from the off season.~General Stores~Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch&nbsp;https://generally-nerdy.creator-spring.comYodaPool - merch&nbsp;https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u--SUPPORT--&nbsp;https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdyhttp://www.generallynerdy.nethttp://www.twitter.com/generally_nerdyhttp://www.instagram.com/generallynerdyhttp://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy

&nbsp;Batman &amp; Deadpool?!, Megadeth's Farewell &amp; Slipknot's $120M Payday | Week In Nerdom Well, nerds, this week's topics include Gamescom, James Gunn and his DCU, and a couple of rumors. There's plenty of gaming news to talk about, including the new games being announced. We'll also discuss news from the DC universe. ~General Stores~ Do You Even Pop Culture Bro? - merch https://generally-nerdy.creator-spring.com YodaPool - merch https://www.redbubble.com/people/generally-nerdy/shop?asc=u --SUPPORT-- https://www.patreon.com/generallynerdy http://www.generallynerdy.net http://www.twitter.com/generally_nerdy http://www.instagram.com/generallynerdy http://www.facebook.com/generallynerdy&nbsp;

Musichttps://metalinjection.net/this-is-just-a-tribute/ex-comeback-kid-bassist-matt-keil-has-died-after-a-short-battle-with-als&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/snot-is-recording-first-two-songs-with-new-singer-andy-knapp&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/vimic-recruits-crypta-drummer-luana-dametto-for-reunion-show-honoring-joey-jordison&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/ozzy-osbournes-final-memoir-last-rites-to-arrive-in-october&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/hopeless-records-and-fat-wreck-chords-announce-landmark-partnership&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/baroness-announces-red-blue-tour-part-ii&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/upcoming-releases/heavy-new-releases/the-weekly-injection-new-releases-from-born-of-osiris-impureza-more-out-this-week-7-11&nbsp;Gaming/Techhttps://boundingintocomics.com/video-games/video-game-news/stop-killing-games-founder-responds-to-video-games-europes-statement-opposing-the-movement-everything-theyre-saying-here-is-their-excuse-for-taking-away-your-purchase/&nbsp;https://www.engadget.com/mobile/google-exec-says-the-company-will-unify-android-and-chromeos-120053895.html&nbsp;https://www.engadget.com/gaming/capcom-shares-first-footage-of-resident-evil-mobile-spinoff-170746039.html&nbsp;https://www.engadget.com/ai/openais-own-web-browser-could-arrive-within-weeks-120039766.html&nbsp;Comic Books/Bookshttps://www.comicsbeat.com/sdcc-titan-blade-runner-comics/&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/sdcc-25-exclusive-oni-press-announces-full-schedule-merch-more/&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/sdcc-idw-publishing-plans-2025/&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/dc-comics-sdcc-exclusives-activations/&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/sdcc-25-george-lucas-finally-comics-to-comic-con/&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/biker-mice-mars-welcome-party-sdcc-oni-nacelle/&nbsp;TV Showshttps://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/south-park-creators-legal-battle-paramount/&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/south-park-season-27-paramount-controversy-sdcc-2025/&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/married-with-children-animated-series-dead/&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/gear/news/the-first-wave-of-firefly-funko-pop-figures-in-11-years-is-available-now/&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/major-tv-shows-already-cancelled-2025/&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/jensen-ackles-tease-the-boys-soldier-boy-spinoff-series/&nbsp;Movieshttps://cosmicbook.news/james-gunn-dcu-reboot-cheaper-talent-confirmed&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/oh-the-places-youll-go-ariana-grande-josh-gad-jon-m-chu-1236315512/&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/road-house-2-amazon-guy-ritchie-jake-gyllenhaal-1236311648/&nbsp;

&nbsp;MusicPearl Jam's Drummer QUITS, A New Prog Supergroup &amp; Ice Nine Kills' New Era&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsUnhinged Fest- CANCELLED!&nbsp;Summer Slaughter- Malevolence has had to pull out of the tour due to “Unforseen Personal Circumstances.”&nbsp;New Music/VideoIce Nine Kills- Great Unknown trailer https://youtu.be/pWmEat4l_bE?si=zuHkIEjfGLH1fM7M&nbsp;https://youtu.be/QQXvdAHLeMUsong. Moving into sci-fi from horror.BEAT- The King Crimson supergroup of Adrian Belew, Tony Levin, Steve Vai, and Danny Carey, have announced they will be releasing a live album. https://blabbermouth.net/news/adrian-belew-tony-levin-steve-vai-and-danny-carey-announce-beat-live-album&nbsp;Head Automatica- Single Annulment, came out Feb 14… how did I miss this? New record soon?Mawiza- New track, Ti Inan Paw-Pawkan, features Joe Duplantier from Gojira. Chilean Groove Metal getting a bump from one of the best in the business. https://youtu.be/Lpyl1He4K6A&nbsp;&nbsp;Tours/FestivalsSpiritbox- Periphery and Honey Revenge to support. Starts Nov 12 in Ontario, CA, through Dec 7 in Wallingford CT.&nbsp;https://laylo.com/spiritbox/m/IQy9rN&nbsp;https://spiritbox.com/&nbsp;Head Automatica- Weekend Tour. Oct 2 in Birmingham AL through Oct 6 in San Antonio TX.https://www.headautomatica.net/live&nbsp;The Sword- EXTENDING Their tour celebrating 15 years of Warp Riders. Support from Rickshaw Billie’s Burger Patrol for the whole extension. Pink Fuzz will be opening for most of it, with Moon Destroys taking over opening duties for the last 10 dates on the tour.&nbsp; Starts Aug 17 in Phoenix AZ, though Oct 17 in Nashville TN.https://www.stubhub.com/the-sword-tickets/performer/337238&nbsp;Fuming Mouth- Fall tour featuring High Command and Upon Stone. Starts Sept 19 in Syracuse NY, through Oct 5 in Massachusetts, TBD on the venue.https://fumingmouth.com/pages/tour&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsPearl Jam- Drummer Matt Cameron has left the band after 27 years on the kit. Seems to be amicable, as both press announcements from the band and Cameron are full of well wishes.https://blabbermouth.net/news/matt-cameron-exits-pearl-jam-after-27-year-run&nbsp;Kelly/Sid Wilson- Sid proposed to Kelly Osbourne backstage at the Back to the Beginning show… weren’t these 2 already married?https://blabbermouth.net/news/slipknots-sid-wilson-proposes-to-kelly-osbourne-at-black-sabbaths-final-concert&nbsp;Chat Pile- Noise Rock heavies have started their own label… kinda. It is a Tape Label, meaning they release only cassettes. The label is called Dungeon Earth Recordings, and the purpose is to release the band’s “lost” recordings. The first act of business was to drop Blood At Night I &amp; II, 2 separate collections of material the band recorded during the making of their Cool World record. The material will also be available on their bandcamp.https://metalinjection.net/av/full-album-stream/chat-pile-launches-tape-label-dungeon-earth-recordings-drops-blood-at-night-i-ii&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsBack to the Beginning… find as many of those videos and watch them all!!&nbsp;&nbsp;Gaming/TechHelldivers 2 Hits Xbox &amp; The Walking Dead Invades Dead By DaylightFollow-ups/CorrectionsStop Killing Games- EU Petition has surpassed the 1M threshold. The organization seeks to get more signatures just in case some of the existing ones are invalid. The deadline is July 31. To be clear the initiative is not calling for devs to support their titles in perpetuity, it simply is calling for the sundowning of games so they still can function without a connection to the now defunct servers.Helldivers 2- FINALLY coming to XBox on Aug 26.https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/helldivers-2-is-coming-to-xbox-on-august-26-172937757.html&nbsp;TrailersDead By Daylight- Walking Dead! https://youtu.be/K4TdvV46ZS4?si=BrDPnE19iFYUqw4C&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsBrett In Tech -https://www.youtube.com/@BrettInTechYT channel that has lots of cool little helpful bits and tools you might not know you needed.Comic Books/BooksDid Marvel Just PERFECT The Zombie Universe?Follow-ups/CorrectionsWebtoons- the Penguin Random House partnership is now expanding. It is now creating 2 new imprints, Inklore and Ink Pop, which will publish 14 webtoon titles over the next 5 years. Inklore will focus on the more adult side of romance, fantasy, sci-fi, horror, and slice-of-life. While Ink Pop will be the YA/teen versions of that. https://comicbook.com/anime/news/webtoon-inklore-ink-pop-collaboration-webcomics/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsMarvel Zombies: Red Band- The Marvel mature label, Red Band, is rebooting the Zombiesphere. This time, instead of Reed of Earth-1610 being tricked by another Reed of Earth-2149 into opening a portal to effectively a zombie world, the first family’s story mirrors their first appearance in ‘61 in that they go to space and get powers. This time though, they get powers AND get infected.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/fantastic-four-zombie-origin-marvel-comics-perfect/&nbsp;Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa- prequel comic for the new animated series. To be published by Oni Press, as a 4 issue mini. Nacelle, the company in charge of the revival, will be at SDCC in booth number 2547, and will be giving away freebies and peeks at the new action figures.https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/wild-west-cowboys-of-moo-mesa-reboot-revival-series-comic-book-nacelle/&nbsp;Age Of Revelation- New X-Men book set in the near future in a world shaped by Apocalypse’s successor. Will tie in with Spider-Man and AvengersSuggestsAge of Apocalypse Imagine a world where Charles Xavier is dead, Apocalypse rules with an iron fist, and the X-Men are scrappy rebels fighting for mutantkind’s survival. X-Men: Age of Apocalypse (1995) is the ultimate dystopian superhero saga, a 30-year-old classic that’s just as brutal and gripping today. Magneto leads a ragtag resistance, Wolverine’s a one-handed badass, and Cyclops is—get this—Apocalypse’s enforcer. This alternate-reality epic spans X-Men Alpha, X-Men Omega, and killer miniseries like Factor X, delivering high-octane action, heart-wrenching betrayals, and ’90s art that pops (shoutout to Roger Cruz and Adam Kubert). With X-Men: Age of Revelation dropping in October 2025, echoing this vibe with Doug Ramsey’s wild new role, there’s no better time to dive into this game-changer. It’s the blueprint for dark, world-shattering X-Men stories, perfect for fans of sci-fi chaos and superhero grit.Why You’ll Love It: It’s a lean, intense ride with stakes that hit like a Sentinel’s fist. From Jean Grey and Wolverine’s doomed romance to Magneto’s desperate leadership, it’s got all the feels and thrills you’d geek out over at Comic-Con. Plus, it’s a self-contained story—no need to slog through decades of X-Men lore.Where to Read It:Marvel Unlimited: Subscribers can access the full X-Men: Age of Apocalypse collection, including X-Men Alpha #1, X-Men Omega #1, and tie-ins like Factor X and Weapon X. Search “Age of Apocalypse” in the app or on marvel.com.Comixology: Available for Kindle or Comixology Unlimited subscribers, with the X-Men: Age of Apocalypse – The Complete Epic trade paperback or individual issues.Hoopla: Free with a library card on many public library systems—check hoopladigital.com for the collected editions.Grab it digitally, binge it, and get ready to lose yourself in a mutant apocalypse that’ll leave you pumped for Age of Revelation. Trust me, you won’t put it down!&nbsp;TV ShowsA Comedy Legend Returns, A Canceled Show is SAVED &amp; More TV News!Follow-ups/CorrectionsKing of the Hill-&nbsp; VERY brief audio clip of the new Dale Gribble voice actor on the “Coming Soon in 2025” promo from Hulu. https://youtu.be/j3XFdgD311Enew actor is Toby Huss, who also voices Cotton Hill, and Kahn.Stuart Saves the World- The Big Bang Theory spinoff is getting a season order. We now know too that the premise of the show is that Stuart is tasked with putting reality back together after Sheldon and Leonard built a machine that destroyed it.&nbsp;TrailersCyberpunk: edgerunners- season 2? https://youtu.be/jjhRSNkquOc?si=z3YlNvcxdn7hYL9jdidnt know this was even coming…Wednesday- season 2 https://youtu.be/03u4xyj0TH4pt 1 aug 6 pt 2 sept 3Twisted Metal- season 2 https://youtu.be/SFMG1gBtOtIseeing Victor Zasz with hair is weird. July 31.Reg ‘ol NewsVery Young Frankenstein- New series that is in the development stage at FX. Said to be nearing the pilot stage. Mel Brooks set to exec produce. Also on the production staff (where still remains to be seen) are Stefani Robinson, Taika Waititi, and Garrett Basch.https://deadline.com/2025/06/young-frankenstein-reboot-series-mel-brooks-fx-1236442366/&nbsp;Demascus- AMC originally ordered&nbsp; the series back in 2022, but then once production was&nbsp; finished changed their mind and didn’t air the show. Tubi his just purchased the rights and will be adding it to their platform. The show is a sci-fi show about a 33-year-old man on a “mission of self-discovery and the burgeoning field of digital psychiatry that may be the key to defining his truest self.” starring Okieriete Onaodowan, featuring Martin Lawrence, Janet Hubert (the original Aunt Viv). Demascus is set to air all 6 episodes on Tubi Aug 7.https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/tubi-just-saved-a-canceled-sci-fi-series-youve-definitely-never-seen-demascus/&nbsp;Wild West C.O.W.-Boys of Moo Mesa- obscure cartoon from ‘92 is getting a reboot. Originally created by Ryan Brown, who was an inker/artist at Mirage Studios (which is the studio that ran the TMNT comics for a while). The animated show is getting a revival via the Nacelle Company, the same company that recently revived Robo Force, Biker Mice From Mars, and Barnyard Commandos. Nacelle is an animation company founded by Brian Volk-Weiss, who is the series director and creator of The Toys That Made Us on Netflix. No word on where the series wil air, but my money is on Netflix.https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/wild-west-cowboys-of-moo-mesa-reboot-revival-series-comic-book-nacelle/&nbsp;SuggestsMillennium - Imagine X-Files meets Se7en. Millennium, Chris Carter’s 90s cult classic, follows Frank Black, a haunted FBI profiler (Lance Henriksen at his best) who sees into killers’ minds while battling apocalyptic evil with the shadowy Millennium Group. It’s gritty, psychological, and dripping with Y2K dread—perfect for fans of True Detective or Hannibal. Three seasons of creepy, smart storytelling await. Stream it on Amazon Prime, Tubi, or grab the DVDs for that retro fix. Ready to dive into the darkness?&nbsp;MoviesThe Superman Review Leak Is A COMPLETE MESS&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsThe Day the Earth Blew Up-…

Music&nbsp;Why Are Ozzy Osbourne &amp; Slipknot Headlining a Comic Con?Follow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Three Days Grace - I Hate Everything About You has passed 1BILLION streams on Spotify. Congrats fellas!&nbsp;Dimmu Borgir - New guitar player Kjell “Damage” Karlsen, who is also the frontman of the band Chrome Division. This after Galder quit in 2024 to focus on his other project Old Man’s Child who have since put out a new record. https://metalinjection.net/news/dimmu-borgir-has-a-new-guitarist Marilyn Manson - Has cancelled the show after all. The Brighton England show that was set to kick off the new tour has been cancelled, though no other shows have been cancelled as of yet. https://metalinjection.net/news/marilyn-manson-cancels-uk-show-after-protestsNew Music/Video&nbsp;Sinsaenum - Last Goodbye the second single from the band Joey Jordison was working with at the time of his death. From the upcoming release of the bands “In Devastation” the first new material written since Jordison’s passing. Now on the drum thrown is Jordison’s one time drum tech, Andre Joyzi. https://youtu.be/dwUT-mKuRoU Foo Fighters - Today’s Song https://youtu.be/3R-zrySoHNk the first new music since their last record, “But Here We Are.” Sanguisugabogg - third full length album Hideous Aftermath set for release Oct 10. The album is set to heavily feature guest spots from other musicians. From the likes of Peeling Flesh as a whole, to vocalists from Nails, Defeated Sanity, and even Cattle Decapitations Travis Ryan. https://sanguisugabogg.lnk.to/HideousAftermathPR&nbsp; Deadguy - New record out now! Near Death Travel Services!!Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Slipknot - New web stunt seems to be teasing a 25th anniversary box set.&nbsp;742617000027.net/&nbsp;Comic Con Midlands - The inaugural comic con set to take place in Birmingham UK, put on by Monopoly Events, is set to feature The Osbourne Family (including Ozzy), Sid Wilson, Randy Blythe, Scott Ian and Frank Bello.&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/slipknot-lamb-of-god-anthrax-members-added-to-comic-con-birminghamSuggests&nbsp;Sion - Self Titled - https://sionband.bandcamp.com/album/self-titled STAND OUT TRACKS: The Blade, Great Deceiver, Skyfall The collab between Howard Jones and Jared Dines, this feels like End of Heartache era KsEGaming/Tech&nbsp;Microsoft KILLS Perfect Dark &amp; Nintendo Raises PricesFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Phantom Blade Zero - Developers will be having a hands on event at the end of July to reveal more about the game. https://x.com/pbzero_official/status/1936969572428746887 Halo - Halo Studios put up a roadmap that basically counts down to Oct 25, for the reveal of the next game at Halo Con (aka the Halo World Championships). https://www.halowaypoint.com/newsTrailers&nbsp;Marvel Rivals - Phoenix and Blade https://x.com/MarvelRivals https://youtu.be/zsWg4h7Eiss?si=Bz-C8Lgb7P69uJ-zReg ‘ol News&nbsp;Price Hikes - Nintendo has announced price changes in Canada for most of their current hard and software. Not the Switch 2, but basically everything else, INCLUDING the Switch 1. It is assumed that these will be price hikes, and Nintendo has HEAVILY implied that, but it has not officially been announced. The official price changes will be made known on Aug 1. “Change based on market conditions.”&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/nintendo-switch-price-increase-tease/ Microsoft - New round of cuts have axed The Initiative. The studio that was working on the Perfect Dark update. This will also end the relationship with Crystal Dynamics, who were also working on the Perfect Dark reboot. https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/microsoft-is-closing-down-xbox-studio-the-initiativeSuggests&nbsp;MK1Comic Books/Books&nbsp;Marvel's Top Artist Jumps to DC &amp; The Spider-Man '94 ControversyReg ‘ol News&nbsp;TMNT: Tales of the TMNT - Before season 2 of the show starts, IDW is releasing a 3 issue book. (W) Mike Levitt and Andrew Joustra. New characters from the show will be in the pages of the stories, and old characters who have yet to show up in the show will too.&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/comics/news/tales-of-the-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-idw-comic/ Steve McNiven - Joining Tom King on his new Batman book in 2026. McNiven is a staple in the Marvel world, so this is kind of huge. Many are taking this to be a sign that Marvel is truly collapsing. https://cosmicbook.news/marvel-comics-collapsing-steve-mcniven-dc-batman DC Retcon - New History of the DC Universe is a new book that DC is releasing to fix continuity issues in the mythology that kind of started after the end of Flashpoint. Previously, the first Superhero was Superman, and that is what got the ball rolling, then inspiring others like Batman. Now, they will be acknowledging other superheroes/metahumans that have been seen before Superman went public (JSA, All-Star Squadron, Freedom Fighters, etc. All of whom were assumed to have been manipulated out of continuity by the Watchmen’s Dr. Manhattan). The book will be written from the POV of Barry Allen, since he lost his flash abilities through the course of the Absolute storyline. https://boundingintocomics.com/comic-books/dc-retcons-comics-canon-for-superman-synergy-new-history-of-the-dc-universe-reveals-man-of-steel-no-longer-earths-first-public-superhero/ Spider-Man ‘94 - Marvel is releasing a sequel to the 90s animated Spider-Man series with Spider-Man ‘94. John Semper, the original writer of the animated series, will not be involved in the project. When questioned Semper said that Marvel did not approach him for the project at all. Continuing, he said that he “long ago abandoned all expectation that Marvel would acknowledge any of my contributions to the Marvel universe – like, for instance, my creation of what is now known as the ‘Spider-Verse’ [as debuted in 1998 during the first half of the series’ two-part finale, Spider Wars Chapter 1: I Really, Really Hate Clones].” Actual writer for the project is J.M. DeMatteis (Kraven’s Last Hunt, Clone Saga) and art from Jim Towe (Spider-Verse VS Venomverse). https://boundingintocomics.com/comic-books/original-spider-man-the-animated-series-writer-not-involved-with-spider-man-94-sequel-comic-i-have-long-ago-abandoned-all-expectation-that-marvel-would-acknowledge-any-of-my-contribu/ Cyberpunk: Edgerunners Madness - Dark Horse is releasing a prequel comic to launch Feb of 2026. Book will focus on Rebecca from the anime series. https://comicbook.com/anime/news/cyberpunk-edgerunners-prequel-rebecca/Suggests&nbsp;Hyperion by Dan Simmons (1989)&nbsp;The Canterbury Tales, but it's set in space and the pilgrims are being hunted by a god-like creature made of razors and pain. This is a titan of the science fiction genre. Seven pilgrims travel to the planet Hyperion to confront the Shrike, a terrifying entity that guards the Time Tombs. Each pilgrim tells their story, and each one is a masterpiece of a different sci-fi subgenre—from military sci-fi to cyberpunk noir. It’s a dense, ambitious, and incredible read.TV Shows&nbsp;HUGE Last of Us Shake-Up &amp; South Park's Creators Are ANGRYFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;The Bear - renewed for a 5th season… they damn well better have been.&nbsp;The Boys - The final season is finished with principle photography.Trailers&nbsp;Black Panther: Eyes of Wakanda - https://youtu.be/F1uwXyep8lQ Animated show, Sept 27. Robot Chicken - Self-Discovery Special https://youtu.be/0NDDHFrkbLA July 20. Neuromancer - first look teaser https://youtu.be/HJBnlZKgeUg?si=0Kl5pkKgzQ6Tjr0w more production announcement… Apple TV+.Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;South Park - Season 27 has been pushed back 2 weeks to July 23. With the announcement of the bump, creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone have come out to slam the Paramount/Skydance merger that has been dragging on for over a year. They didn’t give specifics as to how it was affecting their work, but it is safe to say there is something to their accusations as there have been other delays, cancellations, and major layoffs across the rest of the company.&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/south-park-slam-paramount-merger-1236446025/ The Last of Us - Series creator Neil Druckmann has left the show before season 3. Also, co-writer on the second game, Halley Gross has announced her departure. Druckmann will continue to get EP credits on the show. https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/neil-druckmann-exits-the-last-of-us-season-3-hbo-1236446316/Suggests&nbsp;The Bear - season 4… I loved it, and I also don’t know what to make of it.Movies&nbsp;James Bond Has a New Director, Street Fighter's WILD Cast &amp; Akira is DEADFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;James Bond - The ACTUAL next director has been announced. Denis Villeneuve will be our next Bond director, with his wife, Tanya Lapointe, also on board to executive produce.&nbsp;https://x.com/007/status/1938141896401940790 Akira - Movie helmed by Taika Waititi is no more. WB has lost the rights.Kodansha, the publisher, is now shopping the movie around again. https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/akira-rights-up-for-grabs-warner-bros-1236299695/ Mortal Kombat 2 - Ed Boon seems to have signed off on the new movie. Though, to be fair, he signed off on the last movie, AND Lewis Tan (the actor who played Cole Young) is in the picture he posted on X. So it is still a crapshoot as to what we can ACTUALLY expect here. https://twitter.com/Todd_Garner/status/1938796355377602893 Batman 2 - Matt Reeves has FINALLY finished the script. https://variety.com/2025/film/news/the-batman-2-script-done-matt-reeves-1236442972/Trailers&nbsp;Demon Slayer: Infinity Castle - Sept 12 https://youtu.be/mufPWqFMpmU looks pretty damn epic. Running Man - Nov 7 https://youtu.be/KD18ddeFuyM Looks pretty different… how much more like the book though? Written by Michael Bacall and Edgar Wright, directed by Edgar Wright. Cat in the Hat - Starring Bill Hader and Quinta Brunson https://youtu.be/jz8pLlPhSeY feb 26 2026. Project Hail Mary - https://youtu.be/m08TxIsFTRI Ryan Gosling takes on the Martian… but much more bleak. Directed by Phil Lord and Christopher Miller, based on the book by Andy Weir, who ALSO wrote the novel of the Martian. Written for the screen by Drew Goddard, who ALSO wrote the screenplay for the Martian. Lord and Miller are the Spider-Man Spider-verse guys.Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Lilo &amp; Stitch 2 - Disney has greenlit a sequel to the live-action movie, after it is the first movie that has gone past the $900M&nbsp;https://x.com/DisneyStudios/status/1938267101883470108 TMNT - To celebrate the 35th anniversary, Fathom Entertainment, Saga Arts, and WB are putting the original movie back in theaters on August 17 and 20. The special event will ALSO feature a new “Turtles Unmasked” featurette, never before seen BTS footage, and additional commentary from director Steve Barron. https://youtu.be/67rRgzw0vi4 Street Fighter - Cast confirmed… FOR REAL! Roman Reigns - Akuma, Jason Momoa - Blanka, Andrew Koji - Ryu, Noah Centineo - Ken, Orville Peck - Vega, Andrew Schulz - Dan, David Dastmalchian - M. Bison. WHAT IS THIS CAST? Andrew Schhulz is PERFECT. Jason Momoa is… interesting. Andrew Koji is also PERFECT. Dastmalchian as BISON though? Could this be just as good as Raul Julia?? <a…

Music&nbsp;Manson Controversy, QOTSA Tour, &amp; A Missing YouTube ChannelFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Brent Hinds - Clears the air about his feelings on the split with Mastodon. Responding to a comment on a Mastodon social media post, Brent called the band a “shit band,” and the members “horrible humans.” Considering he wrote “want” instead of “won’t” one can assume he was drunk at the time… real classy human.New Music/Video&nbsp;Primus - New limited edition 7” vinyl for the newest single, “Little Lord Fentanyl.” Features “Duchess (and the Proverbial, Mind Spread)” recorded live from the Mann Music Center in Philly. These are the first recordings with new drummer John Hoffman. Pre-orders for the vinyl are live now, physical copies can be found on the road this July, and retail copies will be out come August.&nbsp;https://clubbastardo.themerchcollective.com&nbsp;Tours/Festivals&nbsp;AFI - support from TR/ST. Begins Sept 30 in Madison WI through Nov 5 in San Diego.&nbsp;https://afireinside.net/#tour In This Moment - Black Mass Tour featuring Dayseeker, The Funeral Portrait, and Ded. Starts Sept 18 in Johnstown PA through Oct 24 in Bethlehem PA. https://www.ticketmaster.com/in-this-moment-tickets/artist/1179520 GWAR - Return of GOR GOR Tour with Helmet, The Dwarves, and Blood Vulture. Starts Oct 18 in SLC, through Nov 22 in Norfolk VA. https://gwar.net/pages/tour Queens of the Stone Age - The Catacombs Tour 2025 is a “limited series of very special one-night-only evenings at a curated selection of North America’s most historic theaters.”&nbsp; Oct 2 in Chicago, through Nov 21 in NOLA. https://qotsa.com/tour/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Nuclear Blast Records - The aggressive music label’s YT channel has been removed. No word from YT as to why, but the record label is blaming it on an “external issue” and they are actively working to get it reinstated.&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/news/nuclear-blast-records-youtube-is-removed-after-an-external-incident Marilyn Manson - Apparently he is BACK baby… Manson’s Oct 31 show in Bournemouth UK is being protested by a local council woman. Saying that the rocker “doesn’t reflect the values” of her township. It seems that all her intent will be for naught, as the council has no say or effect on the acts that come through the performance hall. But at least she is sticking to her guns… i guess? ~ALSO~ And then ANOTHER politician is getting in on the virtue signaling. This one from a level of government slightly above the first. Both citing the ongoing legal issues stemming from accusations of misconduct. "Freedom of expression is an important principle that should be defended, including in relation to artists, but there is an obvious risk to community cohesion and the council has separate equalities obligations to foster good relations between people who share protected characteristics and people who do not share them.” https://metalinjection.net/news/one-marilyn-manson-show-in-the-uk-is-being-protested-by-a-local-councilperson https://metalinjection.net/news/another-uk-politician-has-requested-the-cancellation-of-marilyn-mansons-upcoming-shows&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Knocked Loose - You Won't Go Before You're Supposed To: If you're covering aggressive music, this is the album of the moment. It's getting praise from inside and outside the metalcore scene for its raw intensity and creative, punishing sound. Definitely worth a deep dive or review.Gaming/Tech&nbsp;Elden Ring Just Got Harder &amp; Microsoft Stealth-Released a ConsoleFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Donkey Kong Bananza - Pauline is the companion’s name… &nbsp;Elden Ring Nightreign - New update will add new versions of OG bosses weekly. Dubbed Everdark Sovereigns, the new bosses will be stronger remixed versions of the originals, and will be available to fight for only a limited time. The current remixed boss is Gaping Jaw, and will be available until June 26. Sentient PEst and Darkdrift Knight are set to follow, with the remaining bosses to come later. The rewards for defeating the bosses are sigils. https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/elden-ring-nightreign-is-getting-remixed-bosses-in-a-free-update/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Meta Quest 3S - Microsoft stealth dropped a whole dang console. Not just that but a limited edition console. Really it’s just a rebranded Meta Quest headset but it comes with 3 months of Meta’s Horizon+ service, and 3 months of Game Pass Ultimate. Seems the only added functionality of the 3S headset over a traditional Quest headset is access to Game Pass.&nbsp;https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/xboxs-surprise-meta-quest-3s-vr-headset-is-out-now-but-supply-is-extremely-limited/ Mario Kart 64 - Fan-made port is out now. With ultra wide support. Looks crazy. https://youtu.be/ammQx708I1g?si=SmruspYea5GChVlg Capcom Showcase - Set for June 26. RE:Requiem, Pragmata, and more are expected. https://youtu.be/uC18vWzk8u8&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Fallout 76 - Let's talk about the elephant in the room when it comes to online games: Fallout 76. We all know it had one of the most disastrous launches in gaming history. But believe it or not, in the years since, Bethesda has pulled off one of the biggest comeback stories in the industry. Thanks to the massive popularity of the Fallout TV show, millions of new players are discovering what many have learned over time: it's actually a really good Fallout game now. With the addition of NPCs in the Wastelanders update, multiple story campaigns, and now the brand-new Gone Fission expansion, makes it a GREAT time to jump in.Comic Books/Books&nbsp;A Legendary Crossover, D&amp;D's New Book, &amp; Distribution DramaFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Diamond X Oni - Oni comics has pulled their books from Diamond Distributors. Oni’s official announcement says that they hope this will be a temporary thing, and that they will continue to distribute through Lunar distribution.&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/oni-suspends-orders-from-diamond-comics-with-bonus-previews/ Marvel/DC Crossover - Kevin Smith will be writing a Daredevil and Green Arrow story for the book, with Adam Kubert. Also Chip Zdarsky and Terry Dobson will be tackling Captain America and Wonder Woman. Plus Kelly Thompson and Gurihiru will be doing a Land Shark and Krypto book. https://www.comicsbeat.com/marvel-dc-crossovers-daredevil-green-arrow-more/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;DnD: The Fallbacks - The first of Dark Horse’s books for the IP set for comic shelves Oct 15. (W) Greg Pak, (a)Wilton Santos, (i) Edvan Alves, (c) Raul Angulo, (l) Nate Piekos. Based on the characters from Jaleigh Johnson’s 2024 novel The Fallbacks: Bound for Ruin. This is, as far as Wizards of the Coast is concerned, the first SOLO Bona Fide D&amp;D title. It will be 4 issues long.&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/dnd-fallbacks/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Ultimate Spider-Man (2024): If you're not on this train yet, you need to be. Jonathan Hickman and Marco Checchetto's take on a married, adult Peter Parker becoming Spider-Man later in life is being called one of the best Spidey stories in decades. It's a perfect entry point and a hot topic for discussion.TV Shows&nbsp;Sarah Michelle Gellar's Big Buffy Reboot Update &amp; Johnny Knoxville’s New GigFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Buffy the Vampire Slayer - The reboot series got a bit of an update from star/producer Sarah Michelle Gellar at an italian film festival recently. Gellar told fans that the series will honor the original, while still trying to make room for new characters and stories. She also said the tone for the new series will be a bit brighter than the last few seasons of the original. She also made reference to wanting to revive as much of the original characters as possible, though that seems to be a bit of wishful thinking on her part. https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/buffy-the-vampire-slayer-sarah-michelle-gellar-reboot-reviving-characters-comments/ Friday the 13th - Crystal Lake series FINALLY gets underway. Code name: Mama’s Boy.Trailers&nbsp;Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - Season 3 https://youtu.be/xagvgWv4n2k Carol &amp; Daryl in Spain starting Sept 7.Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Fear Factor - Set to return… but Joe Rogan is a busy man. So Fox has tapped Johnny Knoxville to host. Titled “Fear Factor: The Next Chapter.”&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/fear-factor-fox-revival-johnny-knoxville-host/ Duke Nukem - Adi Shankar has bought the rights to the IP. The Castlevania showrunner told esquire magazine that he wants to keep the franchise as a middle finger to everyone. https://www.esquire.com/entertainment/tv/a64929637/adi-shankar-castlevania-devil-may-cry-interview/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;The Boys - We are about to get our next season of the Gen V series, which tie into this series directly, as well as spins off from it. So now is a good time to re-up your knowledge of on of the best genre series out there.Movies&nbsp;X-Men Director, Highlander Reboot, &amp; 50 Cent in Street FighterFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Street Fighter - 50 Cent is going to play Balrog… at least that is how it seems. Technically this is still rumor, BUT Mr. Curtis Jackson has apparently confirmed this himself. &nbsp;https://www.nexuspointnews.com/post/exclusive-curtis-jackson-is-in-talks-to-portray-balrog-in-street-fighter ALSO Callina Liang cast as Chun-Li. https://comicbook.com/movies/news/street-fighter-movie-casts-chun-li-callina-liang/ Road House 2 - Dave Bautista has joined the cast. https://www.nexuspointnews.com/post/exclusive-dave-bautista-joins-the-cast-of-road-house-2 X-Men - Ryan Coogler has apparently confirmed that Jake Schreier will be directing the first MCU X-Men movie. Jurassic World Rebirth - The studio must not believe in this movie, as they have just spoiled the big reveal from the end of the movie. New movie posters show off new mutant dino…

&nbsp;Music&nbsp;New Music/VideoWill Smith- New song “Pretty Girls” out now. Drops an “f” bomb? https://youtu.be/NMeIUNcCUjE?si=l9XKlFdClxER-IrJ&nbsp;Between the Buried and Me- Things We Tell Ourselves in the Dark https://youtu.be/6FdXmAPM8u4first single from the new album, The Blue Nowhere, out Sept 12. Also signed to a new record label, InsideOut Music. Pre-orders live now. https://www.betweentheburiedandme.com/&nbsp;Reba Meyers- The Code Orange and sometimes Marilyn Manson guitarist is putting out a solo record and going on a solo tour.&nbsp; Album will be called Clouded World, due out sometime early 2026. Title track was recorded by Steve Albini 6 months before he passed.https://youtu.be/YcOwzglaD2I&nbsp;&nbsp;Tours/FestivalsFit for a King- The Lonely God Tour. Support from Make Them Suffer, Spite, and 156/Silence. From Oct 30 in Phoenix AZ through Dec 7 in Dallas TX.https://www.bandsintown.com/a/211495-fit-for-a-king&nbsp;Trivium- Ascend Above the Ashes Tour. Support from Jinjer and Heriot. Starts Oct 31 in Myrtle Beach SC, through Dec 14 in Orlando FL.https://www.bandsintown.com/a/210-trivium&nbsp;Entheos- Support from Fallujah, The Zenith Passage, and Tracheotomy.&nbsp; Oct 30 in NOLA through Dec 6 in Nashville TN.https://www.stubhub.com/entheos-tickets/performer/100282742&nbsp;Reba Meyers- Clouded World Tour starts Aug 12 in Philadelphia PA through Aug 25 in San Jose CA.200 Stab Wounds- Support from Vomit Forth, Weeping, and Spy. Starts Sept 8th in Calgary AB through August 1 in Covington KY.https://www.stubhub.com/200-stab-wounds-tickets/category/102012822&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsHatebreed- Guitarist Wayne Lozinak has been diagnosed with a noncancerous brain tumor.&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/news/hatebreeds-wayne-lozinak-diagnosed-with-non-cancerous-brain-tumor-will-undergo-emergency-surgery&nbsp;The Who- Roger Daltry knighted by King Charles on the king’s 81st birthday.https://blabbermouth.net/news/the-whos-roger-daltrey-knighted-in-kings-birthday-honours&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsCode Orange - Forever- The major label debut. Just a BANGER from front to back. STAND OUT TRACKS: Forever, Bleeding Into the Blur, Hurt Goes On&nbsp;Gaming/Tech&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsTiktok- The ban is being bumped again. This time will be a 90 day extension on the ban. It is said that this should be the final extension, and a deal is already in the works, this is just to make sure that everything is up to par. https://www.engadget.com/social-media/donald-trump-will-delay-a-looming-tiktok-ban-for-a-third-time-231757522.html&nbsp;Marathon- Bungie has indefinitely delayed the extraction shooter. “Using this time to empower the team to create the intense, high-stakes experience that a title like Marathon is built around.” Though Sony reportedly is saying to expect the game around March of next year. https://www.engadget.com/gaming/bungie-delays-marathon-indefinitely-190832450.html&nbsp;Nintendo Direct- June 18, Donkey Kong Bananza.Konami Press Play- Metal Gear Solid: Delta- Xbox will get Snake V Bomberman, while PC and PS5 get Snake V Monkey.Darwin’s Paradox- Squid platformereFootballeBaseball MLB Pro SpiritSuikoden Star Leap- mobile game also coming to steam.Gradius Origins- Coming Aug 7 to Steam, Nintendo Switch 2, Xbox Series, and PS5.Deliver at all Costs- puzzler reliant on gimmicksEden’s Zero- Based on the Manga by Hiro Mashima, out on July 15 on Steam, Xbox series, and PS5.Survival Kids- Family friendly multiplayer RPG.Silent Hill F- more about how Japanese it is.Silent Hill: Remake- Bloober is remaking the OG Silent Hill.WB Games- focusing on their big 4, Mortal Kombat, DC, Harry Potter, and GoT. Promoting from within, Shaun Himmerick from NRS is being promoted to VP in charge of MK and DC, also focusing on developing and overseeing new projects. Yves Lachance from WB Montreal will be a similar title over Harry Potter and GoT. Steven Flenory from WB Games NY is now senior VP of central tech &amp; services.&nbsp;TrailersHades II- https://youtu.be/2Gv0eQjJ-gYThe Unseen update is free and automatic. It focuses mostly on new combat development.Marvel Mystic Mayhem- https://youtu.be/2vcEFnmoKDwnew mobile game out June 25&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsXbox/AMD- Microsoft has partnered with AMD to power their next generation of consoles. Very likely something that will have to power to lean into all of the AI advancements of the previous and coming months.https://www.engadget.com/gaming/xbox/xboxs-amd-partnership-sheds-light-on-the-future-of-the-divisions-ecosystem-200940253.html&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsSPLITGATE 2!! &nbsp;Just too damn fun.&nbsp;Comic Books/Books&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsMerriam-Webster's- The infamous Green Lantern Vol 3 number 54 (Ron Marz with Steve Carr, Derec Donovan, and Darryl Banks) from 1994 is now officially memorialized as slang in the dictionary. “To Fridge” is to dispose of a female character solely to motivate a male character, was originally coined in ‘99 by Gail Simone.“To fridge a (usually female) character in a movie, television show, comic book, etc., is to kill them off or seriously harm/abuse/violate them in some way (as a writer) for the purposes of motivating or furthering the development of another (usually male) character. Fridging is considered, and widely criticized as, a storytelling cliché.”Skinbreaker- New book on Skybound and Image from Robert Kirkman, (a)David Finch, © Annalisa Leoni, and (l) Rus Wooton.&nbsp;“Enor has led his tribe for many seasons, but his time as Chieftan is coming to an end. He wields the mighty SKINBREAKER, but at his age, he can barely lift it. Will Enor’s reluctant heir, Anok, take over before their world falls to ruin? As a bloody power struggle begins, an even bigger threat lurks in the darkness beyond their village.”https://www.comicsbeat.com/skybound-and-image-comics-announces-skinbreaker/&nbsp;Red Hood- New 17+ All In line of books will be debuting a new Red Hood book in September from (w) Gretchen Felker-Martin, (a) Jeff Spokes, and (l) Becca Carey. Promising to come through with the 17+ categorization by bringing Jason Todd back to his violent roots.“New Angelique, a city drowning in corruption, seems like the perfect place for Red Hood to put down roots. There’s crime, vice, and sedition everywhere. When Jason discovers a super-powered serial killer who is targeting the city’s police, he finds himself sucked into a deadly conspiracy with seemingly no end in sight.&nbsp;But Jason isn’t the only person on the scene. Following his trail is Helena Bertinelli a.k.a. Huntress. Is she here to stop him, or will she join his crusade? What will happen when the two black sheep of the Bat-Family start working together?”&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/red-hood-dc-all-in-ongoing-series/&nbsp;GlobalComix- launched Watch, a video content hub that highlights “leading voices” in the comic book community. The aim of the app is to connect comic readers to video creators that run the gamut from history to deep dives and everything in between. Since it just curates YT videos, presumably through the API, all monetization is retained by the video creators themselves.https://globalcomix.com/watch&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/globalcomix-launches-watch-new-hub-comic-manga-video-content/&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsIf It Bleeds- The Life of Chuck short is in this book. Not my usual expectation from a Stephen King book.&nbsp;TV Shows&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsNight Court- Officially not getting a second chance at life according to series star Melissa Rauch. https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/melissa-rauch-night-court-dead-1236435483/&nbsp;&nbsp;TrailersKing of the Hill- https://youtu.be/d5Gbms79WpEThis is going to be good. https://youtu.be/TmKy2aL6x9Y&nbsp;Foundation- https://youtu.be/C53xEOdxz70?si=qGzPahnn-kQbpnAKseason 3 July 11.Sandman- https://youtu.be/Er18gmgqy2k?si=pbOkaOgTpO32JOPFseason 2 vol 1 July 3, vol 2 july 24, bonus episode on july 31. EPIC final showing. Adapts Seasons of Mist and Brief Lives, two of the most acclaimed arcs.It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia- https://youtu.be/I9AjthlPu2w?si=6IvX4CTM1R2Y8fFcseason 17 July 9The Pitt- Filming season 2 now, to be streaming in January.&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsAnne Burrell- Passed at age 55. No cause given.https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/anne-burrell-dead-food-network-chef-1236434569/&nbsp;Mister Miracle- Tom King is currently developing a Mister Miracle animated series. To be based on King’s own run on the comic with art from Mitch Gerads.https://cosmicbook.news/dc-mister-miracle-animated-series-tom-king&nbsp;Tubi- new YouTube love by adding shows like Last Meals, FunnyMike, and others through a new program called Tubi for Creators. Tubi is looking to bring more creator content to its platform.https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/tubi-youtube-creators-shows-rhett-link-dan-amp-riya-watcher-1236434672/&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsThe Bear- Seasons 1-3 before season 4 hits next week.&nbsp;Movies&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsSpaceballs 2- In theaters in 2027, Mel Brooks (will be 100 when it hits theaters) returning to play Yogurt, Bill Pullman returns to Lone Starr, Rick Moranis returning to Dark Helmet, Dafne Zuniga returns to Princess Vespa. Keke Palmer coming in as Destiny, Lewis Pullman (Sentry, and Bill Pullman’s actual son) to play Sarburst the, the son of Vespa and Lone Starr, Josh Gad to be the son of Barf. https://cosmicbook.news/spaceballs-2-mel-brooks-cast-release-date&nbsp;Transformers: One- Officially not getting a sequel. https://cosmicbook.news/transformers-one-dead-director-confirms-no-sequel&nbsp;Clayface- Tom Rhys Harries has officially been cast as the lead. Gunn loves this kid, but his “known for” roles are not immediately recognizable. https://cosmicbook.news/tom-rhys-harries-cast-dcu-clayface&nbsp;&nbsp;TrailersI Know What You Did Last Summer- <a href="https://youtu.be/IceTkSOSNJI?si=w1vMPk0VuUBFqWSW"…

MusicNew Music/Video&nbsp;Signs of the Swarm - New record, To Rid Myself of Truth, out Aug 22. &nbsp;https://signsoftheswarm.bandcamp.com/ Orbit Culture - Death Above Life album due on Oct 3 via Century Media. Spineshank - Reunited, and putting out a new track in the coming weeks, to be followed soon by a new record it sounds like. Fueled by the Union Underground tour. https://blabbermouth.net/news/spineshank-is-bringing-back-electronic-aspect-on-upcoming-new-song-its-gotta-be-heavy-and-have-a-hook Demon Hunter - ANOTHER stand alone single, Light Bends.” This is now the 7th since their most recent record, Exile, back in Oct of 22. https://youtu.be/AfDm7_Z5WMw Scars on Broadway - Daron Malakian’s other band is releasing their first music since 2018 with Addicted to the Violence.Tours/Festivals&nbsp;Turnstile - Never Enough US Tour. Support from Speed, Jane Remover on the whole tour, and on select dates they added Amyl &amp; The Sniffers, Blood Orange, and Mannequin Pussy. Pre-sale up on June 11. General tickets June 13. Starts sept 15 in Nashville TN through Oct 19 in Orlando FL.&nbsp;Cavalera - Fall Tour performing Chaos AD in full with Fear Factory for support. Starts Sept 18 in Louisville KY through Oct 18 in Dallas TX. Tickets on sale June 13.&nbsp;https://www.cavaleraconspiracy.net/tour&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Brian Wilson - One of the founding members of the Beach Boys, passed at age 82.&nbsp;Prosthetic Records - The metal label has been acquired by MNRK Music Group. Now will be operating under the MNRK Heavy umbrella. Which seems to mean the name will fold into MNRK and thus into oblivion.&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/prosthetic-records-acquired-by-mnrk-music-group&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Spineshank - The Height of Callousness - the second studio album by American metal band Spineshank, released on October 9, 2000, through Roadrunner Records. It was produced by Garth "GGGarth" Richardson alongside Spineshank guitarist Mike Sarkisyan and drummer Tommy Decker, and it was recorded at Mushroom Studios in Vancouver, Canada. The album has a heavier, more aggressive sound than the band's debut album Strictly Diesel (1998), and incorporates more melodic and electronic elements. Its themes are depression, betrayal, anger, self-doubt and self-confidence. STAND OUT TRACKS: New Disease, Synthetic,&nbsp;Gaming/TechFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Halo:Infinite - Hyabusa armor coming in the Operation: Legacy season. https://youtu.be/3w7icYLffvM?si=nJ-TUt8w0a32V1uW&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;Summer Games Fest - https://www.youtube.com/live/-Hr6Q2hln_M?si=v4wFAmpMXM_hlINF Xbox Showcase 2025 - https://www.youtube.com/live/oPa7KaQXp8g?si=RZE1xu81PxinfqXD The Expanse: Osiris Reborn - https://youtu.be/pIQifuOTTe8?si=DFbVNtuohX0CzaaH Toxic Crusaders - https://youtu.be/uLNf6sldrCQ Release in Q3 of this year. Deadpool VR - https://youtu.be/4Jof1MtYccs?si=HuJ4pvEH9FA9zB38 Neil Patrick HarrisReg ‘ol News&nbsp;WB Discovery - The company has split into 2 separate and publicly traded companies. Streaming and Studios and Global Networks are the 2 new companies. S&amp;S will house WB TV, WB Motion Picture Group, DC Studios, HBO, HBO Max, WB Games, and all related studio operations. Global Networks will handle CNN, TNT Sports, Discovery, entertainment, and sports. The split is set to be completed sometime mid-2026. Global Networks is set to retain a 20% stake in the Streaming side, until it sells (which it plans to at a later date.)&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/warner-bros-discovery-split-streaming-global-networks Xbox Showcase - New Xbox handheld, ROG Xbox Ally (X), announced. The Xbox team were given the greenlight to edit functionality of the Xbox AND Windows OS for this project. Which likely means when it launches this holiday season (along with Hollow Knight: Silksong) the homebrew world for tech is gunna go NUTS with this. New Games Info/trailers: • CoD: Black Ops 7 • Clockwork Revolution (shades of Bioshock anyone?) • Gears of War: Reloaded - August 26 release, Multiplayer Beta starts June 13 (2 weeks) • Grounded 2 - Game Preview on July 29 • Keeper - Oct 17 • Ninja Gaiden 4 - Oct 21 • Outer Worlds 2 - Oct 29 • Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 - July 11, Foundry Demo out now New Games: • Aniimo - Pokemon-like coming in 2026, Closed beta for PC players later this year http://www.aniimo.com/ • Aphelion - 2026 • At Fate’s End • Beast of Reincarnation - New from Game Freak, the Pokemon Scarlet and Violet dev that seems to have gotten their stuff together. • The Blood of Dawnwalker - 2026 • Cronos: The New Dawn - is this the ACTUAL spiritual successor to Dead Space? Will it succeed where Callisto Protocol failed? • Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade - Both the base game and the Intermission expansion that follows Yuffie Kisaragi. • Final Fantasy XVI - available NOW. • High On Life 2 - this winter • Invinsible VS - 3v3 tagteam fighter 2026 • Mudang: Two Hearts - 2026 • Persona 4 Revival • Planet of Lana II: Children of the Leaf • Resonance: A Plague Tale Legacy - 2026 • Solo Leveling: ARISE Overdrive - 2026 on console, 2025 for PC • Super Meat Boy 3D • There Are No Ghosts at The Grand - 2026 DLC/Updates: • Age of Mythology: Retold – Heavenly Spear - 12 new gods, free for Premium edition owners. • Elder Scrolls Online – Tales of Tamriel - Newest update to the now 10 year old main story. Out now for PC and Mac, June 18 for console players. • Fallout 76: Gone Fission - New fishing mechanic introduced to the game. Out now • Indiana Jones and the Great Circle: The Order of Giants - sept 4 • Sea of Thieves: Smugglers’ Tide - August. Free for all players. Summer Games Fest -&nbsp; • Arc Raiders • Atomic Heart 2 • Chrono Odyssey • Code Vein 2 • Crimson Desert • Crisol: Theater of Idols • The Cube • Death Stranding 2: On the Beach • Demon Slayer -Kimetsu no Yaiba- The Hinokami Chronicles 2 • Directive 8020 • Dying Light: The Beast • End of Abyss • FBC: Firebreak • Game of Thrones: War for Westeros • Grave Seasons • ILL • Infinitesimals • Lego Voyager • Lies of P: Overture • Mina the Hollower • Mixtape • Mortal Shell II • Onimusha: Way of the Sword • Resident Evil: Requiem • Scott Pilgrim EX • Shinobi: Art of Vengeance • Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds • Stranger Than Heaven • The Witcher IV • Wu-Tang: Rise of the Deceiver Sony State of Play -&nbsp; • 007 First Light: A new James Bond origin story. • Astro Bot: It's getting new levels this summer. • Baby Steps • Bloodstained: The Scarlet Engagement: A new game in the Bloodstained series. • Cairn • Digimon Story: Time Stranger • Final Fantasy Tactics - The Ivalice Chronicles: This is coming to PS5. • Hirogami: An origami-inspired action platformer. • Lumines Arise: A new entry in the puzzle series. • MARVEL Tōkon: Fighting Souls: A 4v4 fighting game from Arc System Works. • Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater: We got a new gameplay trailer for this one. • Mortal Kombat Kollection: A collection of early games from the series. • Ninja Gaiden: Ragebound: A new side-scrolling entry in the series. • Nioh 3: Team Ninja announced this one, and there's a demo available now on PS5. • Pragmata: Capcom's sci-fi adventure is back. • Project Defiant: Sony's first wireless fight stick for PS5 and PC. • Romeo is a Dead Man • Sea of Remnants • Silent Hill f: We got a release date for this one. • Sword of the Sea • Thief VR: Legacy of Shadow • Tides of Tomorrow They also announced a bunch of new games coming to PlayStation Plus, including the original Deus Ex, Twisted Metal 3 &amp; 4, and the original PlayStation versions of Resident Evil 2 and Resident Evil 3: Nemesis. Konami - Press Start livestream event June 12. Apple WWDC 25 - This year was all about the software; no new hardware was announced. The biggest change is a design overhaul called "Liquid Glass," which brings a more translucent and layered look to everything. Apple is also streamlining its operating system names, so now everything is getting the "26" version number, like iOS 26, iPadOS 26, and macOS 26 (codenamed Tahoe).A huge focus was on "Apple Intelligence," which is their brand for a bunch of new AI-powered features. This includes stuff like live translation for calls and messages, smarter call screening, and the ability to create custom emojis called "Genmoji". For the Apple Watch, there's a new "Workout Buddy" feature that acts as an AI-powered personal trainer, giving you encouragement and feedback during your workouts.On the app front, macOS is finally getting a native Phone app, so you can make and take calls directly from your computer. iPadOS is getting more powerful with better multitasking, a Mac-style menu bar, and a native Preview app for viewing and editing files. And for all the gamers out there, a new "Games" app will bring all your Apple Arcade and App Store games into one place.&nbsp;https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/wwdc-2025-live-updates-from-apples-keynote-including-new-ios-ipados-apple-intelligence-and-more-141640595.html&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;The Week’s game presentations. It’s like E3 all over again… but in a good way.Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol News&nbsp;Undead Iron Fist - Danny Rand is returning to the role of the Iron Fist in a very odd way. After his death in the 50th anniversary special, writer Jason Loo said that the plan was always to bring him back. THIS is apparently how they have chosen to do it. With Rand trying to expose what he sees as the LIES of Iron Fist legends and mythology.&nbsp;https://www.comicsbeat.com/danny-rand-returns-as-the-undead-iron-fist/ Godzilla - Number 1 on shelves July 23 kicks off a new shared universe called the "Kai-Sei Era". The story is set in a world that has been dealing with constant monster attacks since Godzilla first appeared in 1954. While Japan has learned to treat the kaiju like natural disasters, the American G-Force is still focused on fighting them. They discover a young boy named Jacen who can harness the same energy as Godzilla, believing he may be the key to winning the war. The book is written by Tim Seeley with art by Nikola Čižmešija and is set to be released on July 23rd, 2025. https://www.comicsbeat.com/preview-godzilla-1-kai-sei-era/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Marvel Zombies - five-issue limited series published from December 2005 to April 2006 by Marvel Comics. The series was written by Robert Kirkman with art by Sean Phillips and covers by Arthur Suydam. It was the first series in the Marvel Zombies series of related stories. The story is set in an alternate universe where the world's superhero population has been infected with a virus that turned them into zombies. The series was spun out of events of the crossover story-arc of Ultimate Fantastic Four, where the zombie Reed Richards tricked his Ultimate counterpart into opening a portal to the zombie universe only for the latter to contain the former from ever coming to his universe.TV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Stuart Fails to Save the Universe - Chuck Lorre told Variety that the show was going to feature “lots of CGI.” https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/big-bang-theory-spinoff-stuart-fails-save-universe-update-1236424066/<a…

MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsNew Music/VideoTours/Festivals&nbsp;Nile, Cryptopsy Tour&nbsp;https://www.stubhub.com/nile-tickets/performer/490527 Atreyu - 21 yr anniversary of The Curse with Unearth, Norma Jean, He Is Legend, 18V. https://www.stubhub.com/atreyu-tickets/performer/47694 Vimic - Reunion show in honor of Joey Jordison https://blabbermouth.net/news/vimic-announces-reunion-show-honoring-joey-jordison Reg ‘ol News Primer 55 - reunited??SuggestsGaming/TechFollow-ups/Corrections Hollow Knight: Silksong - Releasing soon? Splitgate 2 - Set to exit beta into official season 1 on June 6.Trailers Battle Marked - New DnD virtual experience. https://youtu.be/-Ww3RLXcH9I Reg ‘ol News 007 - new game from Hitman developer I/O Interactive. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/new-007-james-bond-game-first-light-hitman-developer/ State of Play - Airs today from Sony. AMC - Teaming with AI for marketing… https://www.engadget.com/ai/amc-networks-is-teaming-up-with-ai-company-runway-141959898.html SuggestsComic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsTrailersReg ‘ol News Street Sharks - New comic from IDW and Mattel. https://comicbook.com/comics/news/street-sharks-mattel-idw-publishing-comic-books/ Aethon X Vault - Aethon Books has acquired the majority stake in Vault comics. https://www.comicsbeat.com/aethon-books-acquires-majority-stake-in-vault-comics/ Nightmare Before Christmas - new comic from Dynamite. https://www.comicsbeat.com/dynamite-to-release-new-the-nightmare-before-christmas-graphic-novel/ Psychic Sam - Mark Millar new book with John Romita JR. SuggestsTV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections King of the Hill - TRAGEDY Strikes in 3s apparently. Dr. Who - Regenerated as Rose (Billie Piper)? But this is unprecedented, as the Doctor wouldn’t know what the new face is. Trailers Gen V - season 2 https://youtu.be/EUuaUlHbb-E?si=OqkPQXm4WcuOmPoL Squid Game - Season 3 https://youtu.be/bLlqGBiI2WE?si=GCqux-duaaMh1PZb Wednesday&nbsp; - Season 2 https://youtu.be/Lxa8poQYRtc?si=6cJUi8AmmvCYiVyz lady GAGA? Stranger Things - Season 5 https://youtu.be/QlYrNC_1Xmk?si=8v85eBjBHvWnVyph Reg ‘ol News Streaming is dead according to DisneySuggestsMoviesFollow-ups/Corrections Constantine 2 - in trouble Darth Maul: Shadow Lord - Update on the series from Sam Witwer. Phasmophobia - Movie in the works at BlumhouseTrailers Megan 2.0 - https://youtu.be/vi62gkF5mtw?si=BDKntxtlmKUU1tiW Black Phone 2 - https://youtu.be/FCHsEEen4HM?si=Qj9SuHTVTSjc-_oi Happy Gilmore 2 - https://youtu.be/YKzRPFvky9Y?si=DqBNhX9asvld8-_s Frankenstein - https://youtu.be/x--N03NO130?si=OTReuMqSqg9fvdGC Reg ‘ol News Covet - New horror movie with Kane Hodder and Bill Moseley.SuggestsRumor MillConfirmations/Refutations Skibidi Toilet - Michael Bay NOT in fact involved at all with a movie adaptation. https://www.comicsbeat.com/heartbreaking-news-michael-bay-is-not-directing-the-skibidi-toilet-movie/ New SourcesNew Rumors Dr Who - Billie Piper is rumored to NOT actually be sticking around as the 16th Doctor. The end credits didn’t identify this face as the new Doctor as they have in the past. ALSO, it is said that this was a last ditch effort to get a greenlight from Disney for a third season. But the rumor goes on to say that Disney’s stipulation for a third season is to remove Russell T Davies as the showrunner. ~OR~ Still other rumors have it that the BBC is actively seeking other backing, so as to not need the backing of Disney.Clayface - Rumored short list for the lead in the movie: Tom Blyth (Hunger Games: Ballad of Songbirds and Snakes), Leo Woodall (The White Lotus), Jack O’Connell (Ferrari, Unbroken) George MacKay (1917, The Beast).Fantastic 4 - with SDCC kicking off on July 24, and Marvel not attending for a Hall H presentation, many rumors are now circulating that Marvel KNOWS that the F4 movie will not hit with fans (since the movie releases on July 25.)&nbsp;~ALSO~&nbsp;Post-credit scene reportedly leaked.&nbsp;Silent Hill 2 - remake getting DLC? Based on the Maria-centric “Born from a Wish” storyline.SPECULATION&nbsp;Splinter Cell - remaking the first 3 games? MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsNew Music/VideoTours/Festivals&nbsp;Nile, Cryptopsy Tour&nbsp;https://www.stubhub.com/nile-tickets/performer/490527 Atreyu - 21 yr anniversary of The Curse with Unearth, Norma Jean, He Is Legend, 18V. https://www.stubhub.com/atreyu-tickets/performer/47694 Vimic - Reunion show in honor of Joey Jordison https://blabbermouth.net/news/vimic-announces-reunion-show-honoring-joey-jordison Reg ‘ol News Primer 55 - reunited??SuggestsGaming/TechFollow-ups/Corrections Hollow Knight: Silksong - Releasing soon? Splitgate 2 - Set to exit beta into official season 1 on June 6.Trailers Battle Marked - New DnD virtual experience. https://youtu.be/-Ww3RLXcH9I Reg ‘ol News 007 - new game from Hitman developer I/O Interactive. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/new-007-james-bond-game-first-light-hitman-developer/ State of Play - Airs today from Sony. AMC - Teaming with AI for marketing… https://www.engadget.com/ai/amc-networks-is-teaming-up-with-ai-company-runway-141959898.html SuggestsComic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsTrailersReg ‘ol News Street Sharks - New comic from IDW and Mattel. https://comicbook.com/comics/news/street-sharks-mattel-idw-publishing-comic-books/ Aethon X Vault - Aethon Books has acquired the majority stake in Vault comics. https://www.comicsbeat.com/aethon-books-acquires-majority-stake-in-vault-comics/ Nightmare Before Christmas - new comic from Dynamite. https://www.comicsbeat.com/dynamite-to-release-new-the-nightmare-before-christmas-graphic-novel/ Psychic Sam - Mark Millar new book with John Romita JR. SuggestsTV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections King of the Hill - TRAGEDY Strikes in 3s apparently. Dr. Who - Regenerated as Rose (Billie Piper)? But this is unprecedented, as the Doctor wouldn’t know what the new face is. Trailers Gen V - season 2 https://youtu.be/EUuaUlHbb-E?si=OqkPQXm4WcuOmPoL Squid Game - Season 3 https://youtu.be/bLlqGBiI2WE?si=GCqux-duaaMh1PZb Wednesday&nbsp; - Season 2 https://youtu.be/Lxa8poQYRtc?si=6cJUi8AmmvCYiVyz lady GAGA? Stranger Things - Season 5 https://youtu.be/QlYrNC_1Xmk?si=8v85eBjBHvWnVyph Reg ‘ol News Streaming is dead according to DisneySuggestsMoviesFollow-ups/Corrections Constantine 2 - in trouble Darth Maul: Shadow Lord - Update on the series from Sam Witwer. Phasmophobia - Movie in the works at BlumhouseTrailers Megan 2.0 - https://youtu.be/vi62gkF5mtw?si=BDKntxtlmKUU1tiW Black Phone 2 - https://youtu.be/FCHsEEen4HM?si=Qj9SuHTVTSjc-_oi Happy Gilmore 2 - https://youtu.be/YKzRPFvky9Y?si=DqBNhX9asvld8-_s Frankenstein - https://youtu.be/x--N03NO130?si=OTReuMqSqg9fvdGC Reg ‘ol News Covet - New horror movie with Kane Hodder and Bill Moseley.SuggestsRumor MillConfirmations/Refutations Skibidi Toilet - Michael Bay NOT in fact involved at all with a movie adaptation. https://www.comicsbeat.com/heartbreaking-news-michael-bay-is-not-directing-the-skibidi-toilet-movie/ New SourcesNew Rumors Dr Who - Billie Piper is rumored to NOT actually be sticking around as the 16th Doctor. The end credits didn’t identify this face as the new Doctor as they have in the past. ALSO, it is said that this was a last ditch effort to get a greenlight from Disney for a third season. But the rumor…

MusicNew Music/Video&nbsp;Avatar - Captain Goat song released.&nbsp;A Killer’s Confession - Hollow track released. This is the first song from the upcoming Victim 2 record. No release date for the record yet, but Victim 1 was released in September of last year.&nbsp;Stray From The Path - New record to be released this friday, Clockworked. Produced by Will Putney (Knocked Loose, Body Count).&nbsp;Psycho-Frame - Releasing their debut album, Salvation Laughs in the Face of a Grieving Mother, on July 25 through Sharptone Records. Pre-orders: https://bfan.link/blueprints-for-idol-genocide Converge - Debuting new music live. New song, We Were Never The Same, making the rounds on bootleg channels. https://youtu.be/AEOO-ULKw1Q Blackbraid - First new taste of “III” in the video of Wardrums at Dawn on the day of My Death.” Record due August 8th.Tours/Festivals&nbsp;Crowbar/Eyehategod - Co-headlining the US this summer. August 8 in Tampa FL through August 30 in NOLA.&nbsp;Whitechapel - Rituals of Hate tour. Performing Hymns in Dissonance in full. Support from Bodysnatcher, Angelmaker, Disembodied Tyrant. Starts Nov 12 in Norfolk VA through Dec 14 in Knoxville TN.&nbsp;Avatar - In the Airwaves USA tour announced. Support from Alien Weaponry and Spritworld. Starts Nov 5th in Phoenix AZ, runs through Dec 7 in Dalla TX.Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Devil Wears Prada - former drummer Daniel Williams and his friend Dave Shapiro, owner agent of Sound Talent Group, were killed in a plane crash.&nbsp;Nik Nocturnal - bowing out for a while to avoid burnout. Focusing on “figuring things out,” and no return planned yet.&nbsp;https://youtu.be/1ZvUD2tooOU?si=BQBRfZ2W6J2tVQM6 Slipknot - Jim Root was recently quoted as saying that his creative juices weren’t flowing. But now we have him in an interview with podcast Turning Wrenches talking about the 6 songs he is ready to bring to the writing table with the rest of the band, and four more that are still brewing. https://blabbermouth.net/news/jim-root-says-he-has-six-song-ideas-for-next-slipknot-studio-album-and-four-more-that-he-is-working-on&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Callous Daoboys - I Don’t Want to See You in Heaven - the third record from the Dillinger Escape Plan’s art-school little brother. We have covered the singles up to this point and all of them are worth your time. Even the “filler” tracks are worth your time. This is just a killer record, from an amazing band.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Fortnite - after 5 years, Fortnite has returned to the Apple Store. After a judge has forced Apple to make a decision in a hearing about their malicious adherence to a previous court order in the matter.&nbsp;Dragon Quest 1&amp;2 HD-2D Remake - Official release announced for Oct 30th for Switch, Switch 2, PS5, Series, and Steam.&nbsp;Summer Games Fest - June 6th to the 8th. Whatever will we get? Hollow Knight: Silksong? Release date for Skate Story? Switch 2 reveals?&nbsp;Amazon AI - Now testing AI “hosts” that talk customers through product features. Yeah, this doesn’t sound like a bad idea at all… to be fair though, the AI pulls from the internet at large, as well as actual reviews on the product as well, not just what the poster has in the description. https://www.engadget.com/ai/amazon-is-testing-ai-generated-hosts-that-talk-customers-through-product-features-153112886.html&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;TMNT: Tactical Takedown - https://youtu.be/saSwAHuNlQA?si=eJ2h2uXmhka3Wj-q Turn/card based RPG. set for release on Steam May 22. TMNT: Empire City - https://youtu.be/bDLvlDY7ETI?si=vkZkoEn3QVqaCFBw VR Game coming in 2026 Metal Gear Delta - Updated opening cinematic https://youtu.be/4wgH4szXiqU?si=gKoeY2xB6vjeObA4 Aug 28. Splitgate 2 - https://youtu.be/FB6lTW04oWM Open Beta NOW!Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Microsoft Notepad - Microsoft is adding AI to Notepad. Not just that, but Paint and Snipping Tool as well. This is the second AI upgrade for Notepad in the last year. The previous upgrade was the Rewrite Tool, which allows users to refine existing text using AI. This upgrade is allowing users to generate all new text from AI. Paint is getting the ability to generate stickers from prompts and the ability to isolate specific parts of an image for editing. Snipping is getting what they call “Perfect Screenshot” which can auto resize a screenshot to minimize any cropping in post. Also, adding a color picker tool that can provide the HEX, RGB, and/or HSL values of any color you see on your screen. The Notepad tools are only for those with a Microsoft 365 or Copilot Pro subscription. Paint’s new features are only coming with Copilot+ PCs. Snipping Tool’s snapshot feature is also only on Copilot+ PCs, but the color picker seems to just be coming with the app on any platform.&nbsp;https://www.engadget.com/ai/microsoft-notepads-latest-ai-trick-churns-out-custom-text-for-you-174257053.html Google I/O - The big theme, unsurprisingly, was AI, with Google announcing "AI Mode" for Search in the US, which is a new chatbot experience. They also rolled out updates for their AI model, Gemini 2.5, including a new "AI Ultra" subscription plan that's pretty steep.[1] Beyond just AI, there was news on Android XR, with Xreal announced as a new hardware partner, and Google's 3D video conferencing tech, formerly Project Starline, is now called Google Beam and will be available for enterprise customers. Chrome's password manager is also getting an upgrade to automatically change compromised passwords for supported sites. https://www.engadget.com/ai/google-io-2025-recap-ai-updates-android-xr-google-beam-and-everything-else-announced-at-the-annual-keynote-175900229.html&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Splitgate 2 - Beta is now open. Go. Play. Have Fun.Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol News&nbsp;Punisher - Marvel has announced a new Punisher book in the Red Band line of books, that will feature the Frank Castle we know and love, original logo and all. (W) Benjamin Percy (A) Julius Ohta, coming out in September.&nbsp;Batman VS Deadpool - Technically 2 one-shot issues, one published by Marvel the other by DC for this story. The Marvel book is set for release in September, and the DC book in November. Marvel book September 17 by Zeb Wells and superstar artist Greg Capullo. DC book written by Grant Morrison, and drawn by Dan Mora.&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/batman-vs-deadpool-grant-morrison-dan-mora-dc-marvel-crossover&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Deadpool VS Omega Red - It’s a short collection, just 2 books (Deadpool #42 and 43 from 2015) but it is definitely fun! Written by Gerry Duggan and Brian Posehn, you get a good representation of the Merc With The Mouth, and a pretty decent taste of Omega Red too.&nbsp;https://www.marvel.com/comics/issue/51694/deadpool_2012_42&nbsp;TV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Wheel of Time - Canceled after third season. For the first time in the series’ history the second half of the season didn’t chart on the Nielson charts. https://cosmicbook.news/wheel-of-time-canceled-amazon-season-3 Harry Potter - The HBO Max series has cast the main 3 characters. Dominic McLaughlin will play Harry Potter, with Arabella Stanton as Hermione Granger and Alastair Stout as Ron Weasley. All three are newcomers to the screen. https://cosmicbook.news/harry-potter-tv-series-cast-hbo&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;One Piece - https://youtu.be/jWIW8A0G99Y?si=YxOmg_Q21IitrCIi Special announcement at this year’s Tadum event for season 2.Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Esports World Cup: Level Up - Amazon has ordered a Docuseries directed by RJ Cutler to document the inaugural Esports World Cup from 2024. It will be a 5-part series, premiering June 6. Season 2 is currently in production for the 2025 World Cup which happens in July.&nbsp;https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/amazon-esports-world-cup-docuserise-rj-cutler-1236396911/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Love, Death + Robots - Vol 4 now streaming on Netflix.MoviesFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Avengers - Doomsday is moving from May 1 to December 18 of 2026, and Secret Wars is moving from May 7 to December 17 of 2027.&nbsp;Elden Ring - Alex Garland is confirmed to be the writer AND director for the movie, as confirmed by A24. Garland responsible for Civil War and Warfare AND writer on 28 Years Later. https://cosmicbook.news/a24-alex-garland-directing-elden-ring-movie Batman Forever - The Schumacher Cut EXISTS! And there was going to be a screening in Santa Monica, but WB sent the theater a cease and desist order. https://boundingintocomics.com/movies/movie-news/update-screening-of-the-schumacher-cut-of-batman-forever-is-now-canceled-following-a-cease-and-desist-order-by-warner-bros/ Hunger Games - The next movie going to be called Sunrise on the Reaping, and they just cast Kieran Culkin as the host of the games, Caesar Flickerman. Culkin joins previously announced cast members Joseph Zada as Haymitch Abernathy, Whitney Peak as Lenore Dove Baird, Mckenna Grace as Maysilee Donner, Jesse Plemons as Plutarch Heavensbee, Maya Hawke as Wiress, Kelvin Harrison Jr. as Beetee, Lili Taylor as Mags, Ben Wang as Wyatt, Elle Fanning as Effie Trinket and Ralph Fiennes as President Snow. MollyMcCann will also appear as Louella, while Iona Bell will portray her Capitol-assigned lookalike Lou Lou. https://variety.com/2025/film/news/kieran-culkin-caesar-flickerman-hunger-games-sunrise-1236366799/&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;Piglet - https://youtu.be/5ArvBZ3Nt9E?si=tNyZKdXZZlLq7SJU Bambi: The Reckoning - https://youtu.be/45Q5L9zqeK0?si=FE55v6ZsmgI96d1h The Long Walk - https://youtu.be/vAtUHeMQ1F8?si=Klz_GmzRk5fRn0N9 New Stephen KingReg ‘ol News&nbsp;Dragonlord - New movie from the crazy man that brought us Kung Fury. David Sanberg has moved along to another movie while he waits for the legal issues to be sorted with his other feature length movie. This new movie is being billed as “fantasy punk,” which is described as Star Wars, Mad Max, Lord of the Rings, and He-Man mashed up into one.&nbsp;<a href="https://variety.com/2025/film/global/kung-fury-director-david-sandberg-feature-dragonlord-1236408101/"…

MusicFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Mastodon - New stand-in guitar player is Nick Johnston from Canada for the Coheed tour we talked about before. He is a solo instrumental musician from the Great White North. https://blabbermouth.net/news/mastodon-recruits-canadian-guitarist-nick-johnston-for-spring-2025-tour Weezer - Jillian Shriner, Wife of the bassist Scott, has entered a not guilty plea. Due back in court on June 18.&nbsp; https://loudwire.com/weezer-jillian-shriner-plea-police-shooting/&nbsp;New Music/Video&nbsp;King Diamond - New album update. Album is titled St Lucifer’s Hospital 1920. New song/music video from the album will be out before year’s end, titled Lobotomy.&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/king-diamond-on-long-awaited-new-album-from-his-namesake-band-i-want-to-make-sure-its-the-best-material-ive-ever-released Attack Attack! - The crab-core pioneers are releasing their first album in 13 years “Attack Attack! II.” seto for release Aug 8th from Oxide Records. The band dropped 2 new singles “Dance!” which feature Will Ramos, and “Chainless.” https://blabbermouth.net/news/attack-attack-announces-new-album-shares-two-singles Avatar - Johannes says the new record should be out this year. He is stretching his instrument with this one, trying to “evolve” the sound of the band. https://loudwire.com/avatar-johannes-eckerstrom-new-album-interview/ Blackbraid - III set for release on August 8. https://metalinjection.net/news/blackbraid-announces-live-qa-with-metal-injection-during-album-listening-session-at-fire-in-the-mountains Botch - Their final show is getting released as a live album and Movie. Title: 061524 https://metalinjection.net/video/botch-to-release-their-final-show-as-a-live-album-movie-called-061524&nbsp;Tours/Festivals&nbsp;Nonpoint - Painful Statements Tour Part 2. The continuing celebration of the bands “To The Pain” 20th anniversary and the 25th anniversary for “Statement.” Support from Upon a Burning Body, and Autumn Kings. This leg starts Aug 8 in Harrisburg PA and runs through Aug 30 in Hobart IN.&nbsp;www.nonpoint.com Melvins - Stop Your Whining Tour with Redd Kross. Starts Sept 9 in Flagstaff AZ and runs through Oct 21 in Tucson AZ. With a TON of dates in between. https://www.themelvins.net CBGB Fest - Sept 27 in Brooklyn. Featuring Iggy Pop, Jack White, the Sex Pistols, The Damned, The Melvins, Gorilla Biscuits, Cro-Mags, and a ton more. Early Access tickets will be opening soon, but you have to register on the site. https://cbgbfest.com Austin City Limits - The Strokes, Hozier, Sabrina Carpenter, Doja Cat, Luke Combs, John Summit and Doechi are among the headliners, while Cage the Elephant, Pierce the Veil, Rilo Kiley, Rainbow Kitten Surprise, Modest Mouse, Wet Leg, Phantogram, Bilmuri and more are also on board. The festival will take place Oct. 3-5 and Oct. 10-13 at Austin's Zilker Park. https://www.aclfestival.com/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Henry Rollins - Starting a Punk Rock Museum! Bout damn time.&nbsp;https://youtu.be/4UG-XSBV3A0 Trivium VS Bullet for My Valentine - The Poisoned Ascendancy tour will be ending early. Now instead of being a world trek, the shows will end after the American leg completes. Bassist Paolo Gregoletto aired the dirty laundry, and it seems the rest of the band are ok with it considering their crew potentially could have lost work over this. Trivium will continue touring, though those plans are still very much in flux at the moment. https://loudwire.com/trivium-blame-bullet-for-my-valentine-ending-tour-early/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Static-X - Wisconsin Death Trip - 25 years on and this evil disco just keeps rollin! STAND OUT TRACKS: Loser, Wisconsin Death Trip, Push ItGaming/TechFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Marvel 1943: Rise of Hydra - Game has been pushed back to 2026. The delay is for polish according to Skydance Games. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/marvel-1943-rise-of-hydra-delayed-ps5-xbox/&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;TMNT: Splintered Fate - May 20th on PS4/5 and June 24 on Xbox Series/One (already on Switch) https://youtu.be/Q_77Aow8Goc Plus a collector’s edition in august. 3D hack and slash game with couch co-op. Virtua Fighter - Wolf Hawkfield trailer https://youtu.be/W_Uovmu_DCE?si=d5yoQK9pMBYxuVkq&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;TMNT Shredder’s RevengeComic Books/BooksFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Spider-Man - As if the undoing of his wedding to Mary Jane wasn’t enough now Marvel is introducing a new potential love interest into Peter’s life. Itsy Bitsy, who even is possibly the genetic offspring of Peter and Deadpool, somehow. https://comicbook.com/comics/news/this-new-love-interest-for-spider-man-concerns-me-deeply/ ~Also~ To add insult to injury, now they are using writer Joe Kelly to retcon Peter’s childhood. Now, instead of him being a boring nerdy type who got picked on, he was a troublemaker who stole beer, looked at nudie mags, and was arrested. All with his (newly inserted) childhood friend Brian Nehrid. (old) https://boundingintocomics.com/comic-books/comic-book-news/spider-man-retcon-peter-parker-childhood/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;TMNT Journeys - The long lost Pete Laird/Jim Lawson continuation series is getting reprinted. Issue 1 goes on sale Aug 20, with pre-orders ending July 14. IDW is reprinting the books an issue at a time. Volume 4 was originally printed in 2001, and was a continuation of the Mirage run, ignoring the Image run all together.&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/comics/news/tmnt-journeys-peter-laird-idw-publishing/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Fight Club – an oldie but a goodie… I just love Chuck Palahniuk!TV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Suits LA - The sequel series on NBC has only made it one season sadly…&nbsp;Fallout - Season 3 is a go!!&nbsp;Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2 has Krysten Ritter return as Jessica Jones. https://cosmicbook.news/daredevil-born-again-krysten-ritter-jessica-jones-season-2 HBO Max - Rebranding AGAIN to HBO Max AGAIN! The Paper - The Office spinoff is now officially headed to Peacock in September exclusively. Buffy - Reboot has cast their new slayer. Ryan Kiera Armstrong from Skeleton Crew. https://cosmicbook.news/buffy-reboot-ryan-kiera-armstrong-slayer&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;Peacemaker - Season 2 https://youtu.be/-QwXokuIZjM LOL! Finally some Guy Gardner being a jerk! Foundation - season 3 https://youtu.be/5bMCpnEi4k0 july 11. The Mule FINALLY?? IronHeart - June 24 https://youtu.be/WpW36ldAqnM?si=g6pSWNlpHS7OZklW&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;American Gladiators - Mike Mizanin (The Miz) set to host the reboot series announced on Prime.&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/the-miz-hosts-american-gladiators-reboot&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;The Pitt – STREAMING ON HBO MAX: Not the regular nerdy thing we talk about here, unless you are a cinemaphile. But it is pretty nerdy on most other levels. It’s well written, well acted, and the doctor talk is pretty accurate, especially when compared to most other hit doctor shows like Grey’s Anatomy. It IS very intense, and not really toned down like other broadcast doctor shows.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsTrailers&nbsp;Kung Fury 2 - https://youtu.be/JQRuka2aJy4 LOL! What the hell is this? Michael Fassbender and Arnold Schwartzenegger are part of this over the top sequel to a kickstarter short. The movie wrapped in 2019, and director/star David Sanberg has been trying to get it released ever since. Something something Chinese backers, something something lawsuit. Superman - July 11 https://youtu.be/Ox8ZLF6cGM0 This makes Lex seem a little too mustache twirly and not enough of the savior he thinks he is. That is NOT Ultraman… Nobody 2 - Aug 15 https://youtu.be/-5X2pt95cIo?si=khB2C-KQeExuf98Y Holiday road to be sure!&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;CoCoMelon - ANimated movie in the works form Moonbug Entertainment. Seems like this is a little late to the game, but I’m sure it will do exceedingly well. &nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/cocomelon-animated-movie-theaters-release-date-1236215280/ Miles &amp; Juliette - New biopic about Miles Davis and Juliette Greco’s romance. “Miles &amp; Juliette follows “22-year-old Miles Davis (Idris) on a transformative trip to Paris in 1949, where he falls into a passionate romance with Juliette Gréco (Vartolomei), the French singer, actress, and Left Bank icon. What begins as an intimate affair blossoms into a profound connection between two young artists — just before they became cultural legends.” https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/damson-idris-miles-davis-romance-miles-juliette-cannes-1236213607/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Thunderbolts – not a troll, this is legit a solidly entertaining movie. Not without its problems, but at this point you can catch a matinee showing, or hit up the cheap theater.Rumor MillConfirmations/Refutations&nbsp;REFUTATION - Matt Reeves - Matt Reeves is STILL directing the sequel to his Batman movie. James Gunn has set the record straight on his Threads account.New Rumors&nbsp;Spider-Man 4 - Liza…

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&nbsp;Music&nbsp;New Music/VideoGwar- Return of the Gor-Gor multimedia experience out on July 25. It will be a record and a Graphic Novel telling the story of Gor-Gor the band’s three-ton T-Rex. New Track “Lot Lizard” has been released. 40 years of the scum dogshttps://blabbermouth.net/news/gwar-celebrates-40th-anniversary-with-new-multimedia-release-the-return-of-gor-gor&nbsp;Byzantine- New Wave of American Heavy Metal stalwarts are set to release their new full length “Harbingers” on June 13 via Metal Blade Records. First single Floating Chrysanthema out now.https://youtu.be/MErLAONEDWM&nbsp;&nbsp;Tours/FestivalsJudas Priest X Alice Cooper- With Corrosion of Conformity to support. Starts in Biloxi MS on Sept 16 runs through Houston TX on Oct 26.&nbsp;https://judaspriest.com/tour/&nbsp;New England Metal and Hardcore Fest- Saturday Sept 20 at the Palladium Outdoors in Worcester Mass. Headliners: Lorna Shore, Cannibal Corpse, Kublai Khan TX. Other notable performances from Bury Your Dead (for their apparent final show EVER??!), Madball, Shadow of Intent, and others.https://metalandhardcorefest.com&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsSight for Sound Initiative- Pat Sheridan, guitar for Fit for and Autopsy, is ALSO the Director of Partnerships for NEVEN Eyeware. As part of NEVENS he has just launched a new initiative that will provide, FREE OF CHARGE, eyeware for touring bands. Both prescription and non-prescription options to bands that qualify. How do you qualify? You have to be a US-based touring band and play 75 or more shows a year.&nbsp;https://loudwire.com/neven-free-eyewear-touring-musicians-crew-fit-for-an-autopsy/&nbsp;https://neveneyewear.com/pages/sight-for-sound&nbsp;Weezer- Still ended up playing Coachella just days after Bassist, Scott Shriner’s wife was not only shot by police, but also arrested on attempted murder charges. Jillian Lauren has since been released on $1M bondhttps://loudwire.com/weezer-bassist-wife-1-million-bond-police-shootout/&nbsp;A Killer’s Confession- Joining the likes of Aborted and MANY other bands right now, A Killer’s Confession have lost their drummer mid-tour. Kegan King is being replaced by Daniel Fox, also a former member of Mushroomhead.https://www.metalsucks.net/2025/04/16/a-killers-confessions-drummer-quit-during-their-tour-ex-mushroomhead-drummer-joins/&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsCytotoxin - BiographyteTech-death at its best. Just totally crushing!&nbsp;Gaming/Tech&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsNintendo Switch 2- Those killer Camecube recreated controllers will ONLY be usable with Gamecube games that will only be available through the “Gamecube Classics” tier of the online virtual console.Death Stranding 2- New functionality (presumably for the easiest difficulties) that will allow players to essentially skip boss battles. Once a battle has been lost, there will be an option to skip. In which case the game will provide text like a novel of the battle and move on with the story. This option will also skip the following cutscene that would have played after the boss was defeated. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/death-stranding-2-boss-fights-reward/&nbsp;Marvel VS Capcom - &nbsp;Available as of April 16, Capcom is updating BOTH fighting collections. There will now be a versus mode for all games, X-Men vs Street Fighter will give the option to play in one of the 3 competitive builds, new menu button options to help avoid opening menus in the middle of a match, plus new art and music.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/marvel-vs-capcom-fighting-collection-free-update-local-versus-mode-new-features/&nbsp;&nbsp;TrailersMarathon- https://youtu.be/ZvJIQoWIQP8?si=PTSEJRcqmxAAmwJ_gameplay trailer revealed. Looks pretty good. Release sept 23. Not free to play, will that kill it in the era of microtransactions?&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsPatreon- The paywall for everyone platform is now testing live streaming. The major rollout is planned for this summer. Future plans for integration with OBS as well. Also going to allow VOD downloads on the platform as an individual purchase or even as a gift from the creator.https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/patreon-is-testing-livestreaming-with-a-major-rollout-planned-for-summer-130045258.html&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsMarvel VS Capcom: Fighting Collection Arcade Classics- If you've got any interest in the roots of hyperactive tag-team fighters, or just have some nostalgia for pumping quarters into cabinets back in the day, this is probably on your radar. It bundles seven games, including essentials like X-Men vs. Street Fighter, Marvel Super Heroes, and the notoriously chaotic Marvel vs. Capcom 2. They've added modern necessities like online play with rollback netcode, training modes, and a museum feature with art and music, along with the new VS modes. It's basically a convenient, legal way to access these arcade classics on current hardware without the usual hassle. If you appreciate that specific era of 2D fighters or just want to see where a lot of the genre's mechanics got their start, it's a solid pickup. Saves you time tracking them down individually, anyway.&nbsp;Comic Books/Books&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsUltimate Spider-Man- The March numbers are in. Ultimate Spider-Man holds 2 of the top 3 spots, while Amazing Spider-Man didn’t even break the top 20. Tom Brevoort REALLY knows what he’s talking about.https://boundingintocomics.com/comic-books/ultimate-spider-man-tops-march-2025-graphic-novel-sales-amazing-spider-man-yet-again-fails-to-break-top-20/&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsWerewolf By Night- the sequel to the Disney+ special feature is set to be a comic book. Still with Michael Giacchino writing now instead of directing. But as Tom Brevoort has told us, the comics are the idea factories for the live action stuff, so who knows where this will lead.https://cosmicbook.news/marvel-ditches-disney-plus-werewolf-by-night-comic&nbsp;Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe- Follow up to the fairly successful Godzilla VS Marvel from last year, this new 5 book mini starts in July. I guess if it made a little bit of money then SURE! Gerry Duggan (w) Javier Garron (a)https://cosmicbook.news/godzilla-destroys-marvel-universe-comic-event&nbsp;Grant Morrison- The prolific comic book author has revealed a return to one of the Big 2, with a proper announcement to come soon. Morrison said that the team up would be “unexpected” but was with an artist that they “love dearly.”&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/comics/news/grant-morrison-confirms-return-to-big-2-comics-marvel-dc/&nbsp;Rebel Moon- The Snyder fanboys are gunna love this. The not-Star Wars series is getting a prequel comic book in Rebel Moon: Nemesis, published by Titan Comics. On shelves July 16 from writer Gail Simone (eek) and artist Federico Bertoni. The book is the origin story of the titular character.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/zack-snyder-rebel-moon-nemesis-prequel-titan-comics/&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsEast of West (Image Comics, 2013-2019): Jonathan Hickman and Nick Dragotta. Sci-fi western apocalypse deal with the Four Horsemen reimagined. Dense world-building, typical Hickman complexity. It's a sci-fi western set in a dystopian, alternate-history America where the Civil War fractured the country into seven warring nations. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are real, powerful figures manipulating events towards the end times, but Death has gone rogue. Dense world-building, political intrigue, stylish violence.&nbsp;TV Shows&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsThe Last of Us- Third season confirmed.https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/the-last-of-us-will-return-for-a-third-season-163801196.html&nbsp;Ghostbusters- The animated Netflix show has announced that the production studio that will be producing the show is Flying Bark Productions. This is the same studio that brought us Rise of the TMNT, the What If… Marvel series, and they are also working on the Aang Avatar series. https://comicbook.com/anime/news/ghostbusters-netflix-animated-series-studio-update/&nbsp;Daredevil: Born Again- Season 2 announced for March of 2026.It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia- Season 17 premieres on July 9 and the season will feature an Abbot Elementary crossover episode. https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/its-always-sunny-season-17-release-date-1236370805/&nbsp;&nbsp;TrailersMurderbot- https://youtu.be/vEioDeOiqEs?si=8NNYWINyyK51fA-1Alexander Skarsgard comedy on Apple TV+. May 16.&nbsp;SuggestsPenny Dreadful (Showtime, 2014-2016):Gothic horror mashup featuring characters from Victorian literature like Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, Dracula. Very atmospheric, strong performances, not afraid to get bloody or operatic. Eva Green carried a lot of it. Victorian London, but all the classic gothic horror characters – Frankenstein's monster, Dracula, Dorian Gray, werewolves – are real and crossing paths. A mysterious woman, played intensely by Eva Green, teams up with an American gunman and an explorer to fight the supernatural darkness threatening the city and their own souls. It's atmospheric, literary, bloody, and focused on character psychodrama as much as the monsters. Basically, public domain horror figures in a serious, dark prestige drama.&nbsp;Movies&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsMinecraft 2- Officially greenlit.&nbsp;TrailersLife of Chuck- https://youtu.be/dOyXdwXt8d4Stephen King short story adaptation starring Tom Hiddleston, with Mark Hamill, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Karen Gillan. Out in June.&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsStar Wars- Lucasfilm are said to be developing a HORROR project in the Star Wars Universe. No official word if it is planned for a movie or a series though.https://cosmicbook.news/star-wars-horror-project-lucasfilm-gilroy&nbsp;Godzilla X Kong 2- Sam Neill announced for the cast along with Kaitlyn Dever, Jack O’Connell, Dan Stevens, Mathew Modine, Alycia Debnam-Carey, and Delroy Lindo. Nothing is known of the plot just yet, aside from a statement about a “cataclysmic world-ending threat” released by the studio. Set for a March 26, 2027 release.https://cosmicbook.news/godzilla-kong-sequel-sam-neill-joins-cast&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsPacific Rim (2013):Guillermo del Toro directing giant robots punching giant monsters from another dimension. It's exactly what it sounds like. Visually impressive, earnest love letter to mecha and kaiju genres. Doesn't pretend to be high art, just delivers the goods. Giant monsters called Kaiju crawl out of a dimensional rift in the ocean to wreck…

MusicNew Music/VideoGwar - Return of the Gor-Gor multimedia experience out on July 25. It will be a record and a Graphic Novel telling the story of Gor-Gor the band’s three-ton T-Rex. New Track “Lot Lizard” has been released. 40 years of the scum dogshttps://blabbermouth.net/news/gwar-celebrates-40th-anniversary-with-new-multimedia-release-the-return-of-gor-gor&nbsp;Byzantine - New Wave of American Heavy Metal stalwarts are set to release their new full length “Harbingers” on June 13 via Metal Blade Records. First single Floating Chrysanthema out now.https://youtu.be/MErLAONEDWM&nbsp;Tours/FestivalsJudas Priest X Alice Cooper - With Corrosion of Conformity to support. Starts in Biloxi MS on Sept 16 runs through Houston TX on Oct 26.&nbsp;https://judaspriest.com/tour/&nbsp;New England Metal and Hardcore Fest - Saturday Sept 20 at the Palladium Outdoors in Worcester Mass. Headliners: Lorna Shore, Cannibal Corpse, Kublai Khan TX. Other notable performances from Bury Your Dead (for their apparent final show EVER??!), Madball, Shadow of Intent, and others.https://metalandhardcorefest.com&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsSight for Sound Initiative - Pat Sheridan, guitar for Fit for and Autopsy, is ALSO the Director of Partnerships for NEVEN Eyeware. As part of NEVENS he has just launched a new initiative that will provide, FREE OF CHARGE, eyeware for touring bands. Both prescription and non-prescription options to bands that qualify. How do you qualify? You have to be a US-based touring band and play 75 or more shows a year.&nbsp;https://loudwire.com/neven-free-eyewear-touring-musicians-crew-fit-for-an-autopsy/&nbsp;https://neveneyewear.com/pages/sight-for-sound&nbsp;Weezer - Still ended up playing Coachella just days after Bassist, Scott Shriner’s wife was not only shot by police, but also arrested on attempted murder charges. Jillian Lauren has since been released on $1M bondhttps://loudwire.com/weezer-bassist-wife-1-million-bond-police-shootout/&nbsp;A Killer’s Confession - Joining the likes of Aborted and MANY other bands right now, A Killer’s Confession have lost their drummer mid-tour. Kegan King is being replaced by Daniel Fox, also a former member of Mushroomhead.https://www.metalsucks.net/2025/04/16/a-killers-confessions-drummer-quit-during-their-tour-ex-mushroomhead-drummer-joins/&nbsp;SuggestsCytotoxin - BiographyteTech-death at its best. Just totally crushing!Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsNintendo Switch 2 - Those killer Camecube recreated controllers will ONLY be usable with Gamecube games that will only be available through the “Gamecube Classics” tier of the online virtual console.Death Stranding 2 - New functionality (presumably for the easiest difficulties) that will allow players to essentially skip boss battles. Once a battle has been lost, there will be an option to skip. In which case the game will provide text like a novel of the battle and move on with the story. This option will also skip the following cutscene that would have played after the boss was defeated. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/death-stranding-2-boss-fights-reward/&nbsp;Marvel VS Capcom - &nbsp;Available as of April 16, Capcom is updating BOTH fighting collections. There will now be a versus mode for all games, X-Men vs Street Fighter will give the option to play in one of the 3 competitive builds, new menu button options to help avoid opening menus in the middle of a match, plus new art and music.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/marvel-vs-capcom-fighting-collection-free-update-local-versus-mode-new-features/&nbsp;TrailersMarathon - https://youtu.be/ZvJIQoWIQP8?si=PTSEJRcqmxAAmwJ_ gameplay trailer revealed. Looks pretty good. Release sept 23. Not free to play, will that kill it in the era of microtransactions?Reg ‘ol NewsPatreon - The paywall for everyone platform is now testing live streaming. The major rollout is planned for this summer. Future plans for integration with OBS as well. Also going to allow VOD downloads on the platform as an individual purchase or even as a gift from the creator.https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/patreon-is-testing-livestreaming-with-a-major-rollout-planned-for-summer-130045258.html&nbsp;SuggestsMarvel VS Capcom: Fighting Collection Arcade Classics - If you've got any interest in the roots of hyperactive tag-team fighters, or just have some nostalgia for pumping quarters into cabinets back in the day, this is probably on your radar. It bundles seven games, including essentials like X-Men vs. Street Fighter, Marvel Super Heroes, and the notoriously chaotic Marvel vs. Capcom 2. They've added modern necessities like online play with rollback netcode, training modes, and a museum feature with art and music, along with the new VS modes. It's basically a convenient, legal way to access these arcade classics on current hardware without the usual hassle. If you appreciate that specific era of 2D fighters or just want to see where a lot of the genre's mechanics got their start, it's a solid pickup. Saves you time tracking them down individually, anyway.Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsUltimate Spider-Man - The March numbers are in. Ultimate Spider-Man holds 2 of the top 3 spots, while Amazing Spider-Man didn’t even break the top 20. Tom Brevoort REALLY knows what he’s talking about.https://boundingintocomics.com/comic-books/ultimate-spider-man-tops-march-2025-graphic-novel-sales-amazing-spider-man-yet-again-fails-to-break-top-20/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsWerewolf By Night - the sequel to the Disney+ special feature is set to be a comic book. Still with Michael Giacchino writing now instead of directing. But as Tom Brevoort has told us, the comics are the idea factories for the live action stuff, so who knows where this will lead.https://cosmicbook.news/marvel-ditches-disney-plus-werewolf-by-night-comic&nbsp;Godzilla Destroys the Marvel Universe - Follow up to the fairly successful Godzilla VS Marvel from last year, this new 5 book mini starts in July. I guess if it made a little bit of money then SURE! Gerry Duggan (w) Javier Garron (a)https://cosmicbook.news/godzilla-destroys-marvel-universe-comic-event&nbsp;Grant Morrison - The prolific comic book author has revealed a return to one of the Big 2, with a proper announcement to come soon. Morrison said that the team up would be “unexpected” but was with an artist that they “love dearly.”&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/comics/news/grant-morrison-confirms-return-to-big-2-comics-marvel-dc/&nbsp;Rebel Moon - The Snyder fanboys are gunna love this. The not-Star Wars series is getting a prequel comic book in Rebel Moon: Nemesis, published by Titan Comics. On shelves July 16 from writer Gail Simone (eek) and artist Federico Bertoni. The book is the origin story of the titular character.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/zack-snyder-rebel-moon-nemesis-prequel-titan-comics/&nbsp;SuggestsEast of West (Image Comics, 2013-2019): Jonathan Hickman and Nick Dragotta. Sci-fi western apocalypse deal with the Four Horsemen reimagined. Dense world-building, typical Hickman complexity. It's a sci-fi western set in a dystopian, alternate-history America where the Civil War fractured the country into seven warring nations. The Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse are real, powerful figures manipulating events towards the end times, but Death has gone rogue. Dense world-building, political intrigue, stylish violence.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsThe Last of Us - Third season confirmed.https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/the-last-of-us-will-return-for-a-third-season-163801196.html&nbsp;Ghostbusters - The animated Netflix show has announced that the production studio that will be producing the show is Flying Bark Productions. This is the same studio that brought us Rise of the TMNT, the What If… Marvel series, and they are also working on the Aang Avatar series. https://comicbook.com/anime/news/ghostbusters-netflix-animated-series-studio-update/&nbsp;Daredevil: Born Again - Season 2 announced for March of 2026.It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia - Season 17 premieres on July 9 and the season will feature an Abbot Elementary crossover episode. https://variety.com/2025/tv/news/its-always-sunny-season-17-release-date-1236370805/&nbsp;TrailersMurderbot - https://youtu.be/vEioDeOiqEs?si=8NNYWINyyK51fA-1 Alexander Skarsgard comedy on Apple TV+. May 16.SuggestsPenny Dreadful (Showtime, 2014-2016): Gothic horror mashup featuring characters from Victorian literature like Frankenstein, Dorian Gray, Dracula. Very atmospheric, strong performances, not afraid to get bloody or operatic. Eva Green carried a lot of it. Victorian London, but all the classic gothic horror characters – Frankenstein's monster, Dracula, Dorian Gray, werewolves – are real and crossing paths. A mysterious woman, played intensely by Eva Green, teams up with an American gunman and an explorer to fight the supernatural darkness threatening the city and their own souls. It's atmospheric, literary, bloody, and focused on character psychodrama as much as the monsters. Basically, public domain horror figures in a serious, dark prestige drama.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsMinecraft 2 - Officially greenlit.TrailersLife of Chuck - https://youtu.be/dOyXdwXt8d4 Stephen King short story adaptation starring Tom Hiddleston, with Mark Hamill, Chiwetel Ejiofor, and Karen Gillan. Out in June.Reg ‘ol NewsStar Wars - Lucasfilm are said to be developing a HORROR project in the Star Wars Universe. No official word if it is planned for a movie or a series though.https://cosmicbook.news/star-wars-horror-project-lucasfilm-gilroy&nbsp;Godzilla X Kong 2 - Sam Neill announced for the cast along with Kaitlyn Dever, Jack O’Connell, Dan Stevens, Mathew Modine, Alycia Debnam-Carey, and Delroy Lindo. Nothing is known of the plot just yet, aside from a statement about a “cataclysmic world-ending threat” released by the studio. Set for a March 26, 2027 release.https://cosmicbook.news/godzilla-kong-sequel-sam-neill-joins-cast&nbsp;SuggestsPacific Rim (2013): Guillermo del Toro directing giant robots punching giant monsters from another dimension. It's exactly what it sounds like. Visually impressive, earnest love letter to mecha and kaiju genres. Doesn't pretend to be high art, just delivers the goods. Giant monsters called Kaiju crawl out of a dimensional rift in the ocean to wreck our cities. Humanity's response? Build equally giant robots called Jaegers, controlled by two pilots sharing a neural link, to punch them back into oblivion. It's Guillermo del Toro indulging his love for big mechs and bigger monsters. Pure, large-scale spectacle. Doesn't overthink it, just delivers on the premise.Rumor MillConfirmations/RefutationsHarry Potter - Cast confirmations: John Lithgow as Dumbledore, Paapa Essiedu as Severus Snape, Janet McTeer as McGonagall, Nick Frost as Hagrid.New…

MusicNew Music/Video&nbsp;Turnstile - New album details. June 6 release date For “Never Enough.” Pre-orders are open now on the band’s website.Tours/Festivals&nbsp;Breaking Benjamin/Three Days Grace - Support from Return to Dust. The 21-date run kicks off on August 29 at Thunder Ridge Nature Arena in Ridgedale, Missouri, making stops in Fort Worth, Austin, Charlotte, Newark, Seattle, and more before wrapping up October 12 at Choctaw Grand Theater in Durant, Oklahoma. &nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/breaking-benjamin-and-three-days-grace-to-join-forces-for-2025-co-headline-u-s-tour Blink 182 - Missionary Impossible Tour featuring Alkaline Trio. Aug 28 in hollywood FL through Oct 4 in Palm Desert CA. Slayer - The band’s ONLY east coast performance in 2025 will be in Hershey Pennsylvania, on Sept 20th. Pre-sale starts Thursday Apr 10, standard tickets on sale Apr 11. The line up consists of, KNOCKED LOOSE, SUICIDAL TENDENCIES, POWER TRIP, CAVALERA (exclusively performing SEPULTURA's "Chaos A.D." album), EXODUS (performing "Bonded By Blood" album). https://www.ticketmaster.com/slayer-hershey-pennsylvania-09-20-2025/event/0200628340E98FE5 Dragonforce &amp; Powerwolf - Power metal fans rejoice! 13 dates across the US and Canada. Starting Sept 17 in Ontario, Canada through Oct 4 at Aftershock Fest in Sacramento. https://www.stubhub.com/powerwolf-tickets/category/1510490&nbsp;Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;Clutch - The plans for their upcoming EU tour have changed. This originally was supposed to be a celebration of their first album (95). NOW, however, they will be performing a different setlist each night, with SOME nights to include unreleased, UN RECORDED, material. PLUS they have announced once this very long tour wraps up they will be entering the studio.&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/news/clutch-to-debut-new-material-on-their-european-tour-will-no-longer-celebrate-their-self-titled-debut Isaac Hale - The Knocked Loose, Inclination, and XWeaponX guitarist has announced that he is now doing TWO MORE projects; Everybody Dies and Couldn’t Be Me. Both projects have 5 song EPs out to be streamed on Spotify. Everybody Dies is apparently the largest departure from his work in Knocked Loose, though not un-heavy. The EP recorded for this band was done with the help of Cody Davidson of Sanguisugabogg and Aaron and Andrew Kisielewski from year of the knife. https://metalinjection.net/news/knocked-loose-guitarist-isaac-hale-now-has-two-brand-new-projects-couldnt-be-me-and-everybody-dies&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Daft Punk - Random Access Memories (2013) - This album was a global phenomenon, won Album of the Year at the Grammys, and is an undeniable modern classic. It's a masterclass in production, songwriting, and blending electronic music with live instrumentation and disco/funk influences. A change of pace, but fits your wider taste and its classic status is undisputed.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Nintendo Switch 2 - The pre-order has been put on hold in the US, though the release date is still planned for June 5th. Pre-Orders are live now in most other countries. BUT in order to pre-order you must Be 18 years old or older, have a Switch Live account that is at least 12 months old, and have 50+ hours of play time in the last year, and register with Nintendo’s website, or other registered retailers (i.e. Wal-Mart, Amazon, Gamestop, etc) https://www.engadget.com/gaming/nintendo/nintendo-switch-2-pre-orders-everything-you-need-to-know-about-prices-delays-and-more-140931513.html&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;Marvel Rivals - Emma Frost https://youtu.be/thyG51IdChc https://youtu.be/OpOhyN4zYQY Apr 12 release. With the start of this season the Dev team has announced that they will now be releasing a new hero every month for the foreseeable future.Reg ‘ol News&nbsp;DaVinci Resolve - V20 just dropped and MIGHT just be enough to properly put Adobe on the spot FINALLY! And it’s mostly free!&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;MK 1 - Gotta be honest this game is at least part of the reason almost every time the episode is late.Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Rogue &amp; Gambit - Tom Brevoort, Executive Editor over at Marvel, has said that in spite of the original intention to end Rogue and Gambit’s marriage in heartbreak (more of that shock-and-awe planning we have talked about) it seems book sales are doing too well right now to pull that trigger just yet. Though, look no further than the current 616 iteration of Spider-Man and MJ to see that the heartbreak is only a matter of time. https://boundingintocomics.com/comic-books/after-years-snubbing-spider-man-and-mj-fans-marvel-comics-exec-editor-says-he-wont-break-up-x-mens-gambit-and-rogue-because-readers-in-general-seem-to-be-invested-in-them-as-a-couple/&nbsp;Suggests&nbsp;Immortal Hulk (Marvel Comics, 2018 - 2021)Writer: Al Ewing / Artist: Joe Bennett (primarily)Genre: Superhero / Body Horror / Psychological Horror&nbsp;Forget "Hulk Smash." This run is DARK. Ewing leaned hard into the horror aspects of the Hulk, drawing inspiration from Cronenberg and classic monster movies. Bruce Banner can die, but the Hulk comes back… at night. It's twisted, unsettling body horror mixed with deep psychological dives into Banner's fractured psyche and explorations of cosmic horror, gamma radiation as a demonic force, and critiques of capitalism. Joe Bennett's art is visceral and genuinely disturbing at times. It's widely considered one of the best Marvel runs in decades and totally revitalized the character. Perfect for the nerd who likes their superheroes served with a side of existential dread and monstrous transformations – definitely resonates with a metalhead sensibility too.TV ShowsFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Peacemaker - Season 2 release date Aug 21.&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld&nbsp; - https://youtu.be/GkywNANueew?si=YNVFlR4S1EA6jcyW Cad Bane RETURNS! May 4th the fan favorites Bane and Asajj Ventress, return to Disney+. Predator: Killer of Killers - https://youtu.be/eWzPKrNoSyM Hulu animated series. LORE BUILDING! June 6, get your GORE on!Suggests&nbsp;Game of Thrones (HBO, 2011-2019)Genre: Epic Fantasy / Political DramaDespite the controversial ending (which itself is a huge discussion topic!), GoT was a global phenomenon that redefined fantasy on television. It brought epic scale, complex characters, political intrigue, shocking twists, and high production values to the genre like never before. Dragons, White Walkers, massive battles – it hits all the fantasy buttons. But it also has that gritty realism, moral grayness, and sudden violence that keeps things grounded and intense. Its impact on pop culture is immense, making it an essential modern classic to cover. Just stay away from seasons seven and eight.MoviesFollow-ups/Corrections&nbsp;Minecraft - Movie opens with $162M domestically, and $313M world wide, at the box office. Possibly because it is one of the largest gaming franchises in history… possibly due to the sneak peak at Superman. We may never know. But what this seems to be with a little more certainty is that this is an example of Hollywood, apparently, giving an audience what they want instead of agenda driven and preachy content. So good on WB/Legendary for getting this one right it would seem. Just barely edging out Barbie’s opening weekend by about 700K.&nbsp;Thunderbolts - Tickets on sale for the movie. May 1 is advanced Thursday release.&nbsp;Death Stranding - The movie has a writer and director in Michael Samoski. Samoski was co-writer on A Quiet Place: Day One and Pig with Nic Cage.&nbsp;https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/tv-movies/the-death-stranding-movie-now-has-a-writer-and-director-153029985.html&nbsp;Trailers&nbsp;Tron: Ares - https://youtu.be/9KVG_X_7Naw?si=WNYnMqfO34b4Dtrc Tron breaks into the REAL world? Worlds Collide October 10th. Mission Impossible: Final Reckoning - https://youtu.be/fsQgc9pCyDU?si=oy6E92hLwWDpODlu May 23. If you weren’t already going to see this, then maybe this will do the trick. But c’mon… it’s the last MI movie.Suggests&nbsp;Dark City - It's a mind-bending sci-fi thriller set in a city trapped in perpetual night, controlled by shadowy figures who literally reshape the city and everyone's memories while they sleep. One man accidentally stays awake and starts unraveling a terrifying conspiracy about human identity. Released in 98, you will likely see A LOT of things the filmmakers of the Matrix borrowed from this movie. PLUS there is a new 4k collector’s edition coming out soon.&nbsp;STREAMING: for rent on Prime and Apple TV+.Rumor MillNew Rumors&nbsp;Molecule Man?? - Is Robert Downey Jr playing Molecule Man TOO? The birthday card that the Russo Brothers shared on their social media for Downey’s 60th seems to weirdly imply such things.&nbsp;Fortnight - Movie rumors are now circulating since Minecraft has destroyed expectations. Disney is a stakeholder in Epic Games, which would implicate them for distribution.&nbsp;James Bond - New rumor about who is going to direct, being Alfonso Cuaron. Cuaron has done Harry Potter, Children of Men, and Gravity, to name a few.&nbsp;Star Wars - Shawn Levy’s still in development movie is now being rumored to have cast Jesse Plemons as its villain. You will recognize his face from Civil War, and Black Mirror, amongst other things.

MusicNew Music/VideoBaby Metal - New album announced called Metal Forth. Set for June 13 release. The record is set to feature collaborations with Poopy, Spiritbox, Tom Morello, Bloodywood, Polyphia, and Slaughter to Prevail, as well as the Electric Callboy track “Ratatata.”https://blabbermouth.net/news/babymetal-announces-new-album-metal-forthThe Yagas - the alt rock band from actress Vera Formiga are putin out their debut album “Midnight Minuet” on April 15.A Killer’s Confession - New Song “In Case of Emergency” with JMann on guest vocals. https://youtu.be/X2x3a9qJOyMTours/FestivalsIce Nine Kills - “A Work of Art” EU Tour with Creeper and The Devil Wears Prada. Starts Nov 19 in Milan, and runs through Dec 12 in London.https://blabbermouth.net/news/ice-nine-kills-announces-november-december-2025-european-tour-with-creeper-and-the-devil-wears-pradaPierce the Veil - Adding to their current tour with more dates in October. 12 new dates spanning the whole month have been added. Tickets for these new shows go on sale April 4th.https://blabbermouth.net/news/pierce-the-veil-announces-october-2025-tour-datesArchitects - Support from ERRA and Holywater. Tickets on sale now. 21 dates from July 17 in Wisconsin, through Aug 22 in New York City.https://www.bandsintown.com/a/3162-architectsLamb of God - 6 new headlining dates with random support from the likes of Hatebreed, Shadows Fall, Body Count, Harms Way, Frozen Souls, Power Trip, Cavalera. Regular tickets on sale April 4, presale NOW.https://blabbermouth.net/news/lamb-of-god-announces-2025-headlining-datesMarilyn Manson - Announced a second leg of the “One Assassination Under God - Chapter 1” tour. Starting August 7 in Sturgis, SD through Nov 30 in Lisbon, Portugal.https://blabbermouth.net/news/marilyn-manson-announces-summer-fall-2025-u-s-and-european-tour-datesA Killer’s Confession - “A Horrifying Trip Back to the 2000s” Headlining tour with support form Ventana and Aeternum. The show will feature a small Mushroomhead throwback set, with Waylon, JMann, St1tch, and Lil’ Dan all being on the bill, and former Mushroomhead members. Tour dates start April 2 in Covington KY, and run through April 28th in Des Moines IA.https://www.bandsintown.com/a/14016066-a-killer's-confession&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsGorrilaz - Damon Albarn has announced that he will be working on a new Gorillaz record this year, and an Opera to boot.https://www.billboard.com/music/music-news/gorillaz-confirm-new-album-arrive-this-year-1235933477/Godsmack - Drummer Shannon Larkin and guitarist Tony Rombola have left the band. They have “retired” on good terms. So this seems to NOT be the end of the band, after announcing this to be the last tour.https://blabbermouth.net/news/godsmack-confirms-split-with-shannon-larkin-and-tony-rombola-their-departure-opens-the-door-for-new-and-exciting-possibilitiesBad Wolves - Doc Coyle and Bassist Kyle Konkiel have left the band, to be replaced by returning guitarist Chris Cain and new bassist Kevin Creekman. After lengthy social media posts from both members, is seems that they are both still on good terms with the band.https://blabbermouth.net/news/bad-wolves-part-ways-with-doc-coyle-and-kyle-konkiel-announce-replacementsSuggestsXX- Mushroomhead - If you want an album that blends crushing metal, industrial grooves, and haunting melodies, XX is a must. Mushroomhead’s masked chaos and dual-vocal assault create a sound that’s both aggressive and hypnotic. The re-recorded tracks here are their definitive versions—raw, polished, and dripping with atmosphere.&nbsp;Stand out tracks: Solitaire Unravelling, Never Let it Go, Bwomp.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsNintendo - I WAS WRONG!! We actually did get 2 Directs just DAYS apart.Mortal Kombat 1 - Floyd just got a little easier, but not really. Random tower. His secret tower also has a secret fight with Cyber Smoke. Also patched happened out of nowhere.Chat GPT - the image capabilities have been rolled out for free users. BUT you can only generate 3 images a day.TrailersNintendo Direct - https://youtu.be/VrTVeYm4iIM?si=pKl7FPJgsFIxRLDlHardware Information (Especially as it Applies to Backward Compatibility)The Nintendo Switch 2 introduces significant hardware upgrades while prioritizing backward compatibility with the original Switch. It features a 7.9-inch 1080p LCD screen with HDR and a 120Hz refresh rate for smoother visuals in handheld mode. When docked, it supports 4K resolution at up to 120fps, aided by a redesigned dock with enhanced cooling. The console comes with 256GB of internal storage and supports microSD Express cards for faster data transfer, though standard microSD cards may not be compatible. The new Joy-Con controllers attach magnetically with a release button, are larger with bigger buttons and sticks, and can function as a mouse for certain games. A built-in microphone with noise cancellation enables voice chat via the new GameChat feature, and the system boasts improved speakers with 3D audio support.Backward compatibility is a cornerstone, allowing most original Switch games (physical and digital) to be playable, though some exceptions exist—e.g., Nintendo Labo VR Kit won’t work due to size differences, and games relying on the original Joy-Con’s IR sensor may require legacy controllers. Nintendo uses a hybrid approach (not pure emulation) to convert Switch game data in real-time, enabling enhancements like better resolution or GameChat integration when played on Switch 2. As of April 2025, all 122 Nintendo-developed Switch games tested were compatible except Labo VR, while 20% of over 15,000 third-party titles had no issues, with others still under investigation.Game Titles (Including Launch Titles and Third-Party Support)The Switch 2 launches on June 5, 2025, with Mario Kart World as its flagship title, featuring a vast, interconnected world and 24-player races, available standalone or in a $499.99 bundle with the console. Other first-party launch window titles include Donkey Kong Bananza (July 17, 2025), a 3D platformer with destructible environments, and Kirby Air Riders, a racing sequel to Kirby Air Ride, set for later in 2025. Enhanced “Switch 2 Edition” versions of The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Tears of the Kingdom will offer HDR, higher resolutions, and better frame rates, while Metroid Prime 4: Beyond and Pokémon Legends: Z-A (originally Switch titles) will get upgraded versions. Hyrule Warriors: Age of Imprisonment, a Tears of the Kingdom prequel, is slated for Winter 2025.Third-party support is robust, with Elden Ring: Tarnished Edition (including Shadow of the Erdtree) and Borderlands 4 confirmed for 2025. Other rumored or confirmed titles include Final Fantasy VII Rebirth, Metal Gear Solid Delta: Snake Eater, Hades 2 (targeting 60fps), Assassin’s Creed Mirage, and Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4. FromSoftware’s The Duskbloods, a steampunk-inspired Switch 2 exclusive, is planned for 2026. GameCube classics like The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker will join Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, enhancing the retro library.MiscellaneousThe Switch 2 retails at $449.99 standalone, with pre-orders starting April 9, 2025, prioritized for Nintendo Switch Online members with at least 12 months of paid membership and 50 gameplay hours. The GameChat feature, activated by a “C” button on the right Joy-Con, offers Discord-like voice and video chat, possibly tied to a subscription. A new Pro Controller ($79.99) includes an audio jack and remappable buttons, while accessories like a Switch 2 Camera ($49.99) integrate with games like Super Mario Party Jamboree. Virtual Game Cards debut in late April 2025, allowing digital game transfers across consoles or temporary lending within family accounts.Nintendo will host Switch 2 Experience events starting April 4-6, 2025, in cities like New York and Paris, offering hands-on demos. A digital-only Switch 2 Welcome Tour game launches with the console to teach players about its features via minigames. Battery life ranges from 2 to 6.5 hours, similar to the original Switch, depending on usage. Nintendo’s partnership with the Seattle Mariners will see Switch 2 logos on jerseys in 2025, boosting promotion. Game prices may rise to $90 for Switch 2 exclusives, aligning with industry trends.SuggestsLegend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom - Building on Breath of the Wild, it adds mind-blowing mechanics like Ultrahand and Recall, letting you craft insane vehicles, solve puzzles your way, and explore a world packed with secrets. The story is deeper, the world is richer, and the sense of discovery is unmatched.Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsMary Jane VENOM? - The teases have been confirmed, Mary Jane Watson is the All-New Venom. The new arc written by Al Ewing and art from Carlos Gomez is not getting very high fan response.Reg ‘ol NewsSuperLex - DC is really grasping at straws now. They have not only 2 Lex Luthors running around now, but they ALSO just gave one of them the powers of Superman.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/supermans-lex-luthor-reveal-just-changed-everything/Nemesis Forever - Mark Millar’s Nemesis Forever #1, illustrated by Matteo Scalera, is slated for an August 2025 release. This sequel to the ultra-violent Nemesis series has fans of Millar’s boundary-pushing comics thrilled, especially as it builds on his track record of creator-owned hits like Kick-Ass.https://bleedingcool.com/comics/scoop-nemesis-forever-1-by-mark-millar-matteo-scalera-in-august/SuggestsNemesis: Reloaded - five-issue comic book limited series written by Mark Millar and drawn by Jorge Jiménez. Published by Image Comics,[3] the series is a continuation of Nemesis by Millar and Steve McNiven and Wanted by Millar and J. G. Jones. Set in the Millarworld, the series follows a new version of Matt Anderson / Nemesis who is recruited by Wesley Gibson to join the Fraternity of Super-Criminals.TV ShowsTrailersRick &amp; Morty - https://youtu.be/qqxJHq_CSGo?si=9k-3qbBdsd6xVbGI Season 8 teaser. May 25.Star Trek: Strange New Worlds - https://youtu.be/PjAWSIJCcmY feels a little too much like an anthology based on this teaser, but it also seems like somehow that will work.Reg ‘ol NewsTires - https://youtu.be/yVs55ffK__s Season 2 June 5th. Shane Gillis comedy pulls off what Archive 81 couldn’t…Dr Who - New companion Belinda Chandra actor Varada Sethu is leaning into the “woke” accusations and wearing the word as a badge of honor. Ncuti Gatwa is returning as the Doctor. With their peak viewership down to 4.9 million from a series high of 16.1, and a regular viewership between 10 to 13M, it seems that the good Doctor is not long for this world. It’s not about Ncuti being black OR gay really, more about the content of the recent seasons, and the preachy nature.https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/doctor-who-stars-woke-accusations-going-to-piss-off-people/SuggestsArchive 81 - If you love slow-burn horror with a gripping mystery, Archive 81 is a must-watch. This eerie, atmospheric thriller follows an archivist uncovering sinister secrets in a decades-old tape collection—blending found footage, psychological horror, and cosmic dread. The tension builds masterfully, and the payoff is haunting.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsCinemaCon is happening this week…&nbsp;Spider-Man: Brand New Day - Official subtitle, and release date of July 31 2026Spider-Man: Beyond the Spider-Verse - Official release date June 4, 2027.Legend of Zelda - Live-action movie gets a March 26 2027 release date. With Wes Ball directing, and Shigeru Miyamoto and Avi Arad producing. https://cosmicbook.news/legend-of-zelda-movie-release-dateAvengers - Missing are the Eternals, Guardians of the Galaxy, Chris Evans, Hayley Atwell, and Mark Ruffalo of the ACTUAL Avengers, Don Cheadle’s War Machine, Nick Fury, Benedict Cumberbatch’s Dr. Strange, Paul Dettany’s Vision, none of the Thunderbolts, She Hulk, Deadpool, Wolverine, Red Hulk,Chris Evans – Steve RogersHayley Atwell – Peggy CarterHugh Jackman – WolverineRyan Reynolds – DeadpoolHalle Berry -StormFamke Janssen – Jean GreyAnna Paquin – RogueShawn Ashmore – IcemanDafne Keen – X-23Mark Ruffalo – HulkHarrison Ford – Red HulkJeremy Renner – HawkeyeBenedict Cumberbatch – Doctor StrangeBenedict Wong – WongTom Holland – Spider-ManDanai Gurira – OkoyeChris Pratt – Star-LordZoe Saldana – GamoraBradley Cooper – Rocket RaccoonVin Diesel…

&nbsp;Music&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsBrent Hinds- Is hitting the ground running. He played his first show post-Mastodon with his long time side-project, Fiend Without a Face, this last week. Now he is promoting a show with ALL of his current projects, West End Motel, Dirty B &amp; The Boys, and Fiend, at The Garden Club at Wild Heaven West End in Atlanta, GA on April 18.https://metalinjection.net/tour-dates/brent-hinds-announces-a-show-with-all-three-of-his-bands New Music/VideoThe Haunted- Announce first new record in 8 years, Songs of Last Resorts. Due out May 30th on Century Media. First single is out now called Warhead.https://blabbermouth.net/news/the-haunted-announces-first-new-album-in-eight-years-songs-of-last-resort-shares-warhead-music-video Garbage- New album announced, “Let All That We Imagine Be The Light.” Eighth studio album. Tours/FestivalsKorn- Canadian tour with Gojira and Loathe. Sept 17 through Oct 1.Garbage- Happy Endings Tour. Sept 3 in Orlando through Nov 2 in Phoenix. Support from Starcrawler. Tickets on sale April 4. https://blabbermouth.net/news/garbage-announces-summer-fall-2025-north-american-tour Chevelle- Support from Asking Alexandria and Dead Poet Society. From Aug 7 in San Antonio TX, through Oct 2 in Airway Heights WA. Presale tickets on sale now, general tickets on sale march 28.https://www.bandsintown.com/a/303-chevelle Reg ‘ol NewsKevin Smith VS Gwar - Kevin Smith will be hosting the intergalactic scum at his movie theater Smodcastle Cinemas, in New Jersey for a special screening of the documentary “This is GWAR.” After the screening Smith will host a Q&amp;A with the band. Aug 30th. $25 or $100 for a photo op.https://www.smodcastlecinemas.com/ticketing/40B6A8A7-9669-C668-B00D4AC47286DFA7 Matty Matheson- Starts a new hardcore band called Pig Pen with Alexisonfire guitarist Wade MacNeil. First show was Mar 25. “A few old friends got together.”https://loudwire.com/the-bear-matty-matheson-hardcore-band-pig-pen-alexisonfire/ White Cobra Records- Chimaira’s new record label. To celebrate they have reissued their self- titled album from 2005, which includes a handful of bonus tracks. Pre-orders for the reissue are live now, and will stay open for a month.https://metalinjection.net/upcoming-releases/chimaira-kicks-off-their-new-record-label-with-a-deluxe-reissue-of-their-2005-self-titled-album SuggestsChimaira- The Impossibility of Reason is the second studio album by the American heavy metal band Chimaira, released on May 13, 2003. It is the first album to feature Matt DeVries on rhythm guitar. The album is a noted for its groove metal-oriented sound, especially when compared to the band's previous releases which were considered closer to the nu metal genre.[9] Upon release, it debuted No. 117 on the Billboard 200 charts. To date the album has sold around 200,000 copies in the US.&nbsp;Gaming/Tech&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsPalworld- In a move that seems to be specifically to push Nintendo’s buttons, Palworld now offers a Photo mode, as well as crossplay. https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/palworlds-latest-update-includes-crossplay-photo-mode-and-other-new-features/ TrailersSurprise Revival- Painkiller has made a return to gaming 21 years after its original release date. https://youtu.be/0zzOJF0MEsI&nbsp; Looks a bit like modern Doom. Out this fall. Reg ‘ol NewsWhat COULD Have Been- Monolith Studios (John Tobias’ developer home until the studio got shuttered recently) was working on a race car game in the early days of the pandemic called WB Racers. Would have featured characters from across the WB IPs.https://www.videogameschronicle.com/news/warner-bros-was-working-on-a-mario-kart-like-crossover-game/ SuggestsGemini 2.0 Experimental- Go play with it… its free. And maybe check out 2.5 for your conversational needs.https://aistudio.google.com&nbsp;&nbsp;Comic Books/Books&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsThe Amusement Park- George A Romero’s lost film is getting turned into a graphic novel by Storm King Comics, and JOHN CARPENTER! Carpenter and Jeff Whitehead are writing the project, with artist Ryan Carr. June 10th.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/storm-king-reveals-first-look-preview-of-george-a-romeros-lost-film-graphic-novel-the-amusement-park-exclusive/ Weapon Exile- The current Weapon X-Men story has evolved the character of Baron Wolfgang Von Strucker into a new villain. Issue 2 fully reveals the Wolverines of Mass Destruction (WMD) that Von Strucker has uploaded his consciousness into. Joe Casey has also revealed that this arc will see all of the other WMDs eliminated, and the last one standing will evolve into a more unique autonomous villain for the fan favorite X-Man. The proper Weapon Exile will be revealed in April for issue number 3.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-villain-baron-von-strucker-wolverine-weapon-exile/ Star Wars: Hyperspace Stories –Tides of Terror- Kit Fisto is returning to the universe far far away for a horror story. The new four-issue miniseries on Dark Horse — from writer George Mann (Star Wars: The High Republic Adventures – The Nameless Terror) and artist Luis Morocho (Marvel’s Voices: Community) — is a standalone story set on the never-before-seen planet Tordus, where Kit Fisto dives into an ocean “full of murky intrigue and ancient abyssal nightmares.” https://comicbook.com/comics/news/star-wars-kit-fisto-mace-windu-comic-dark-horse-tides-of-terror/ SuggestsWorld War Z: An Oral History of the Zombie War by Max Brooks (2006)Forget the movie (though it has its moments). The book is a masterpiece of speculative fiction. Presented as a collection of interviews documenting the global zombie apocalypse, it's incredibly well-researched and paints a chillingly plausible picture of how society, geopolitics, and the human spirit would react. It's gritty, intelligent, surprisingly moving, and feels disturbingly real. Essential zombie canon.&nbsp;TV Shows&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsAnimated Smallville- The animated sequel series looks to have been shelved for the Live-Action movie… Alfred Gough, co-creator/producer, appeared on the Talk Ville podcast speaking with Welling and Rosenbaum, speaking hopefully that it is still in the cards though.https://cosmicbook.news/smallville-animated-sequel-shelved-for-superman-reboot Severance- Season 3 officially announced.Stuart Fails to Save the Universe- The Big Bang Theory spinoff series has a name, AND is in the scripting phase. John Ross Bowie, who is reprising his Big Bang character Barry Kripke, Kevin Sussman (Stuart Bloom), Lauren Lapkus (Denise) and Brian Posehn (Bert Kibbler). Not OFFICIALLY greenlit yet, but the actors are in holding contracts. https://deadline.com/2025/03/sftsu-big-bang-theory-spinoff-cast-table-read-max-greenlight-1236348282/ Crystal Lake- The Peacock prequel series has started casting. Linda Cardellini has been cast as our killer Pamela Voorhees. https://deadline.com/2025/03/linda-cardellini-pamela-friday-the-13-prequel-crystal-lake-1236347981/ TrailersAndor- Season 2 April 22 https://youtu.be/duN-KQgOjYsMORE of this please.Alien Earth- https://youtu.be/SHYXRVTTVl0sometime this summer. Reg ‘ol NewsLittle House on the Prairie- Netflix is once again choosing to not let sleeping dogs lie. They have the rights to Little House on the Prairie and they are going to USE IT damn it! https://deadline.com/2025/03/little-house-on-the-prairie-reboot-netflix-casting-underway-1236347155/ American Dad- Season 20 marks a return to Fox after 11 years on TBS. Should likely be for multiple seasons as well. If only Seth McFarlane had been the showrunner for Firefly.https://deadline.com/2025/03/american-dad-return-fox-renewed-season-20-1236346483/ SuggestsBlack Mirror-&nbsp;This anthology series tapped into our collective anxieties about technology in a way few other shows ever have. Each episode presents a standalone story, often set in a near-future, exploring the dark side or unintended consequences of technological advancements. Created by Charlie Brooker, it's like a modern Twilight Zone – sometimes terrifying, sometimes satirical, always thought-provoking. Certain episodes ("San Junipero," "USS Callister," "Nosedive") are modern classics that sparked massive conversations. STREAMING: Netflix&nbsp;Movies&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsThe Batman 2- Change in title. Now listed as “Untitled Batman Sequel.” So the community is reading WAY too far into this.Street Fighter- the Sony and Legendary Pictures collab has hit a bit of a snag it would seem as the movie has been released from the Sony release slate. Originally is was set to release March 20th of 2026, now there is some sort of indefinite delay.The Mummy- Jack Reynor (Midsommar, The Peripheral) cast. No word as to what character. Director Lee Cronin claims this Mummy movie will be unlike anything we have ever seen, and very frightening. https://comicbook.com/movies/news/the-mummy-reboot-casts-jack-reynor-blumhouse-lee-cronin-mummy-movie-remake/ Avengers- Disney isn’t taking chances, they are just announcing actors for the movie, and putting the speculation to bed. Kinda. Chris Hemsworth, Vanessa Kirby, Anthony Mackie, Sebastian Stan, Letitia Wright, Paul Rudd, Wyatt Russell, Tenoch Huerta Mejia, Ebon Moss Bachrach, Simu Liu, Kelsey Grammar, Lewis Pullman, Joseph Quinn, Winston Duke. No characters have been named, but so far none of these actors where very big question marks. The information has been coming via slow drip live stream from Marvel’s YT channel. https://youtu.be/Iy7k3aJS0Fw ~ALSO~ Elizabeth Olsen seems to confirm that she will NO LONGER be playing the Scarlet Witch.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-features/elizabeth-olsen-avengers-doomsday-1236171701/ TrailersToxic Avenger- https://youtu.be/1v8-tDbIy-8red banned trailer released while I was editing last week’s show.Clown in a Corn Field- https://youtu.be/8tBSOKyyZT8?si=7fRFBcox81pKiJi2Shudder original. With the director from Tucker &amp; Dale VS Evil. May 9th.Final Destination: Bloodlines- <a href="https://youtu.be/onmVwxR5SqUMay"…

&nbsp;MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsOzzy’s Farewell- Zakk Wylde has clarified that all the acts on the bill for the final show are going to be performing Black Sabbath songs. https://blabbermouth.net/news/zakk-wylde-says-all-the-participating-bands-will-play-black-sabbath-songs-at-ozzy-osbournes-final-concert&nbsp;ZZ Top- Frank Beard has stepped off the current tour due to health issues.https://loudwire.com/zz-top-frank-beard-steps-away-from-tour-health-issue-repalcement-announced/&nbsp;New Music/VideoSleep Token- Emergence single released. From the upcoming Even in Arcadia record.Malevolence- Announced a new album, Where Only The Truth is Spoken,” to be released June 20th via MLVLTD and Nuclear Blast. New Single released called “If It’s All the Same to You.”https://blabbermouth.net/news/malevolence-announces-new-album-where-only-the-truth-is-spoken&nbsp;Spiritworld- Helldorado to be released on the 21st. Country metal… kinda. These Las Vegas guys have an interesting mixture of sounds.&nbsp;Tours/FestivalsSleep Token- Even in Arcadia record announced for May 9. And a tour has been announced in support. Tickets on sale March 21. Dates start Sept 10 in Duluth GA, through Oct. 11 in LA.Everclear- Tour Dates: Sept. 4 - Nov. 2Support Acts: Local H, SpongeNotes: 30th Anniversary Tour for Sparkle and Fade.https://www.everclearmusic.com/&nbsp;Gorilla Biscuits- Tour Dates: May 23 - 25Support Acts: Killing Time, Speed, The Mongoloids, By the Grace of Godhttps://merchnow.com/collections/gorilla-biscuits&nbsp;Clutch- Second leg of the “Full Ahead Flank MMXXV” North American Tour. Kicks off July 30 in Little Rock AR, runs through Aug 16 in Hammond IN. Presale tickets go from Wed 19 through Thurs 20. General tickets on sale the 21st.https://blabbermouth.net/news/clutch-announces-second-leg-of-full-ahead-flank-mmxxv-north-american-tour-blabbermouth-net-presale&nbsp;Baby Metal- Support from Black Veil Brides, Jinjer, and Bloodywood. Starts June 13 in Houston TX, runs through July 23 in Phoenix AZ. Presale on March 20th. Regular tickets on the 21st.https://blabbermouth.net/news/babymetal-announces-spring-summer-2025-north-american-tour-with-black-veil-brides-jinjer-and-bloodywood&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsOrville Peck - Orville has been cast as the MC for the Kit Kat Club’s iteration of Cabaret. Starting March 31. Taking off the mask??https://www.instagram.com/reel/DHUB3cBvDDX/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&amp;igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==&nbsp;Semisonic VS Trump- The most recent in the long line of rockstars who claim the president doesn’t have the right to use their music. “We did not authorize or condone the White House's use of our song 'Closing Time' in any way," Semisonic wrote in a social media statement. "And no, they didn’t ask. The song is about joy and possibilities and hope, and they have missed the point entirely."SuggestsJinjer- DuelDuél is the fifth studio album by Ukrainian heavy metal band Jinjer, released on 7 February 2025 by Napalm Records. STAND OUT TRACKS: Rogue, Duel, Green Serpent.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsFallout 76- Playable ghoul update. The Ghoul Within. 30 unique perks from normal human characters. “Leap of Faith,” quest and a level 50 character required. https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/xbox/fallout-76-ghoul-within-update-live&nbsp;&nbsp;TrailersSilent Hill F- https://youtu.be/xPUnISZrCqM?si=gnk2tbF2Guax8JSWWishlist now. Available for all current gen platforms. The Transmission was kind of disappointing.&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsNiantic - The Pokemon go dev has been acquired by Scopely, a subsidiary of Savvy Games Group. Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now. CEO John Hanke says this move is to ensure Niantic’s games will have long-term support. Long-term enough to be “forever games.” Savvy is a Saudi Arabian game investment group.https://www.gamesindustry.biz/scopely-acquires-pokemon-go-developer-niantic-in-deal-worth-35bn&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsHalo: Infinite- we are now on the road to the NEXT Halo game. But Infinite is pretty damn great now. Go spend some mindless time fragging fools on PC or XBOX.Comic Books/BooksTrailersBattle Beast- https://youtu.be/CAhMzrj-t8Q?si=6z3f-wyl1mH7Lno9&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsRob Zombie- Z is for Zombie is creating quite a stir. Seems the internet seriously doesn’t understand humor OR nuance (not that there is much nuance here).https://www.readneckbolt.com/&nbsp;Acquisition- Alfred Hitchcock’s Mystery Magazine, Analog Science Fiction and Fact, Asimov’s Science Fiction, Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine, and The Magazine of Fantasy &amp; Science Fiction have been acquired by Must Read Magazines, a division of a new publishing company, Must Read Books Publishing. All editorial staff from the magazines have been retained in the acquisitions. Jackie Sherbow has been promoted to editor of Ellery Queen Mystery Magazine. P.L. Stevens joins the group as publisher.https://locusmag.com/2025/03/details-on-the-new-owners-of-analog-asimovs-and-fsf/&nbsp;New Publisher- Bloomsbury Archer is a new Sci-fi/Fantasy publisher. An imprint of Bloomsbury, will publish everything from speculative fiction, to horror, to fantasy, and all crossovers and subgenres therein.https://locusmag.com/2025/03/new-imprint-bloomsbury-archer/&nbsp;Jorge Jimenez- DC is giving one of their most iconic artists his very own art book. 200 pages of DC art from throughout Jimenez’s career with the company.https://gizmodo.com/one-of-dcs-most-iconic-modern-artists-is-getting-a-gorgeous-new-artbook-2000575570&nbsp;Suggests1984 by Beorge Orwell- a dystopian novel and cautionary tale by English writer George Orwell. It was published on 8 June 1949 by Secker &amp; Warburg as Orwell's ninth and final completed book. Thematically, it centres on the consequences of totalitarianism, mass surveillance, and repressive regimentation of people and behaviours within society.[3][4] Orwell, a staunch believer in democratic socialism and member of the anti-Stalinist Left, modelled the Britain under authoritarian socialism in the novel on the Soviet Union in the era of Stalinism and on the very similar practices of both censorship and propaganda in Nazi Germany.[5] More broadly, the novel examines the role of truth and facts within societies and the ways in which they can be manipulated.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsLandman- Paramount+ renews the Taylor Sheridan series for a second season.God of War- Second season confirmed before season 1 even gets a trailer??Looney Tunes- Now officially been pulled from MAX. Well the original shorts at least. https://deadline.com/2025/03/original-looney-tunes-removed-max-warner-bros-1236327964/&nbsp;Tulsa King- Taylor Sheridan NOT returning as Showrunner for season 3, but Stallone is returning to lead.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/tulsa-king-sylvester-stallone-season-3-1236166243/&nbsp;TrailersBlack Mirror- Season 7 April 10 https://youtu.be/1iqra1ojEvM?si=3tpYwfXZymQhn2Sd …wow… Charlie Brooker says this season is “back to basics” and it REALLY looks like that is true.Gachiakuta - https://youtu.be/3UkmWacjR7Q?si=NzVpl8Rr8E0lJM0Bstarts in July.Leverage: Redemption- https://youtu.be/eyY9p1yl_Cc?si=vFNreBQcSk75R2YXseason 3 April 17 on PRIME.Reg ‘ol NewsMTV Movie and TV Awards- in a move that should be adapted by more awards shows, 2025 will NOT see an MTV Movie and TV Awards show, for the second year in a row.https://deadline.com/2025/03/mtv-movie-and-tv-awards-not-returning-2025-1236326449/&nbsp;SuggestsDaredevil: Born Againcreated by Dario Scardapane and Matt Corman &amp; Chris Ord for the streaming service Disney+, based on Marvel Comics featuring the character Daredevil. It is the 13th television series in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) produced by Marvel Studios, via its Marvel Television label, sharing continuity with the films and television series of the franchise. Born Again is a revival and continuation of Daredevil (2015–2018), an earlier series produced by the previous Marvel Television production company and originally released on Netflix. Scardapane serves as showrunner with Justin Benson and Aaron Moorhead as lead directors. STREAMING ON DISNEY+MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsToxic Avenger - New images released to keep the hype-train going. Aug 29 is the release date. Is THAT Peter Dinklage??Mortal Kombat 2- Images from the movie show Karl Urban as Johnny, Adeline Rudolph as Kitana, and Martyn Ford as Shao Kahn. The actual NEWS here though is these skins are coming to MK1 sometime after the movie’s release. ALSO, Ed Boon and Director Simon McQoid confirmed that there will be multiple realms involved in the plot of the movie. Netherrealm, Earth, and Outworld already confirmed… what else? Oct 24TrailersLilo &amp; Stitch- https://youtu.be/VWqJifMMgZE?si=vOaSc1COejnDpSePMay 23.Happy Gilmore 2- https://youtu.be/alBuSbDUSigJuly 25. Let me guess… he has to go to Shooter to teach him how to be better at golf?Freekier Friday- https://youtu.be/n7YJj6iO2QYLindsay Lohan and Jamie Lee Curtis return. Aug 8th.Reg ‘ol NewsStarship Troopers- Neill Blomkamp is writing AND directing the reboot for Sony. Reportedly the script will be closer to the original Heinlein novel than the Verhoeven movie. So presumably this movie will differentiate itself from the Helldivers movie in that the Helldivers movie will likely be more akin to the Starship Troopers MOVIE, (i.e. farcical and satire).https://cosmicbook.news/starship-troopers-reboot-neill-blomkamp&nbsp;Spider-Man 4- Sadie Sink confirmed to be in the movie. To what capacity seems up for debate.https://cosmicbook.news/spider-man-4-sadie-sink-tom-holland&nbsp;SuggestsLegend (1985)is a visually stunning fantasy adventure where a young hero battles the Lord of Darkness to save a magical world, complete with unicorns, goblins, and a fairy-tale romance. Directed by Ridley Scott, it’s a cult classic dripping with 80s charm, from its lush visuals to Tim Curry’s unforgettable, horned villain. If you love epic quests and otherworldly vibes, this hidden gem will sweep you into its enchanting, dark heart. STREAMING ON APPLE TV+, or for purchase on PRIME and the Microsoft Store.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! Don't know what to tell ya... it was a slow news week...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content.&nbsp;MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsNew Music/VideoBarbarians of California - Mr Microphone https://youtu.be/rUmAchuP6gI The AWOL Nation guy, can do the hardcore thing pretty well. A very welcome upgrade from their first single.Bad Omens - Dust in the Wind Feat. Corey Taylor https://youtu.be/sNh23f7mUiI Haunting mix. Honestly one of the better examples of this new trend of downbeat covers.Tours/FestivalsBMTH - USA Ascension Program Pt 1 - With Motionless in White, The Plot in You, and Amira Elfeky. Sept 23 in Raleigh, NC through Oct 3, in LA. Tickets on Sale Friday.https://blabbermouth.net/news/bring-me-the-horizon-announces-september-2025-u-s-tour-with-motionless-in-white-and-the-plot-in-you&nbsp;Carnifex - Hell Chose Me 15 yr Anniversary Tour with Devourment, Bodybox, and Monochromatic Black. June 20 in LA, through July 26 in Riverside, CA.https://www.stubhub.com/carnifex-tickets/performer/424653&nbsp;Weedeater - Support from BASK announce a handful of dates before Weedeater joins Napalm Death for a fairly extensive tour. March 24 at 529 in Atlanta, GA and wraps up about a week later on April 1 at the Aggie Theatre in Fort Collins, CO&nbsp;https://www.stubhub.com/weedeater-tickets/performer/1497187&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsDavid Johansen - NY Dolls frontman dead at 75. After nearly a decade of fighting cancer and a brain tumor.&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/new-york-dolls-legend-david-johansen-dead-at-75&nbsp;SuggestsAll That Remains - Antifragilethe tenth studio album by American metalcore band All That Remains. It was released on January 31, 2025, independently.[7] It is their first album to not feature founding guitarist Oli Herbert, who died on October 17, 2018, and longtime drummer Jason Costa, who had been with the band since their 2008 album Overcome until his departure in 2023. It also is the first album to feature lead guitarist Jason Richardson, drummer Anthony Barone, and the first with bassist Matt Deis since This Darkened Heart.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsYouTube - Taking a page out of Apple and Prime’s playbooks, YouTube is going to start offering the ability to subscribe to other streaming services (i.e. Netflix and/or MAX) through their platform.Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3+4 - Launches July 11.TrailersMK1 - Madam Bo Trailer https://youtu.be/rP6EiC-zQDc Lady Bo Rai’Cho looks like she will be yet ANOTHER unique Kameo, by adding moves to the main character. March 18 along with the t-1000.Absolum - New fantasy side-scrolling beat-em up from Dotemu, the developer responsible for TMNT: Shredder’s Revenge AND Streets of Rage 4, AND the upcoming Ninja Gaiden:Ragebound. Will be solo, Co-op (online OR couch). Proper gameplay trailer later this spring, game release unknown.https://youtu.be/UNWOL33pELk&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsAcclaim - The once defunct publisher is rising from the ashes. Being revived by some industry vets to help other studios get funding, marketing and PR. With a secondary plan to revive it’s old IP. (NBA Jam anyone??)https://www.engadget.com/gaming/acclaim-is-back-from-the-ashes-to-support-indie-games-and-revive-its-own-classic-franchises-165005620.html&nbsp;SuggestsMK1 -&nbsp;Madam Bo is on the horizon, RIGHT behind the t-1000. MK1 is about to get shaken up AGAIN!Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsSilver Surfer - Marvel is killing Norrin Rad off in the books to promote Shalla-Bal (or maybe Dawn Greenwood?) The series will run in June. (W) Greg Pak (A) Sumit Kumar.https://cosmicbook.news/marvel-comics-death-silver-surfer&nbsp;SuggestsReamde - Neal Stephensona technothriller novel by Neal Stephenson, published in 2011. The story, set in the present day, centers on the plight of a hostage and the ensuing efforts of family and new acquaintances, many of them associated with a fictional MMORPG, to rescue her as her various captors drag her about the globe. Topics covered range from online activities including gold farming and social networking to the criminal methods of the Russian mafia and Islamic terrorists.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsDaredevil: Born Again - Mathew Lillard cast for season 2 in an undisclosed role. https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/daredevil-born-again-season-2-matthew-lillard-who-is-he-playing/&nbsp;Oscars - Viewership down 7% from last year.TrailersSide Quest - https://youtu.be/0D2IT2qPA7A?si=qszjG0dS4lWtdt7d 4 part miniseries (DLC) from Mythic Quest creators. March 26Reg ‘ol NewsGeorge Lowe - Space Ghost voice actor passed at the age of 67.https://comicbook.com/anime/news/space-ghost-voice-actor-george-lowe-dies-67/&nbsp;SuggestsDaredevilThe Netflix series specifically. 3 seasons now on Disney. The 3rd season got a little far afield but it is all still some of the best superhero TV you will ever see.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsShrek 5 - Adding Zendaya as Shrek’s daughter to the cast https://youtu.be/KbiwL74KyJQ&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsGene Hackman - The Original movie Lex Luthor passed away at the age of 95, along with his wife Betsy Arakawa, 63, in their home in New Mexico. No reason has been found, though it is now known that Hackman’s pacemaker stopped working on the 17th.SuggestsSuperman (‘78)played by Christopher Reeve. It is the first of four installments in the Superman film series starring Reeve as Superman. The film was directed by Richard Donner based on a screenplay by Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, and Robert BentonRumor MillConfirmations/RefutationsREFUTATION: Daniel Radcliffe Clayface - James Gunn has killed rumors that the Harry Potter actor will be playing the clay monster on screen. Though he doesn’t completely rule it out in the future.&nbsp; https://cosmicbook.news/james-gunn-daniel-radcliffe-dcu-clayface&nbsp;CONFIRMATION?: MCU Reboot - Brad Winderbaum once again doing promo for Daredevil implies that a FULL reboot won’t happen. But leaves out a SOFT reboot. https://t.co/4wHsqdAoSo&nbsp;New RumorsMCU Leaks -Source of the Leak: The concept art surfaced online from Mushk Rizvi, a confirmed Marvel Studios employee according to LinkedIn, though it’s unclear if the leak was intentional or the result of a hack. The images were quickly taken down, but not before fans captured and shared them widely.Vision Quest Insights: The artwork includes two notable pieces for the upcoming Vision Quest series, which focuses on Vision attempting to regain his memory and humanity after WandaVision. One image features Jocasta, a female counterpart to Ultron (previously seen in a variant form in Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.), suggesting her appearance in the series. Another shows Peter Quill (Star-Lord) casually hanging out with Vision, indicating a surprising crossover between the two characters by the series’ end.Avengers: Doomsday Highlights: The leak offers a peek into Avengers: Doomsday, directed by the Russo Brothers and set to star Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom. The art depicts various arcs, including:A medieval-inspired setting with Doctor Doom on a throne, hinting at a multiverse storyline possibly tied to Battleworld or Latveria.Returning characters like Star-Lord, White Vision, Hulk, She-Hulk, and a potentially recast Black Panther, alongside the Fantastic Four cast (Pedro Pascal as Reed Richards, Vanessa Kirby as Sue Storm, Joseph Quinn as Johnny Storm, and Ebon Moss-Bachrach as Ben Grimm).A modern scene with Star-Lord and Vision, contrasting the medieval elements and suggesting a blend of timelines or universes.Additional Projects: The leak also includes art for a canceled animated series titled Iron Man 3000, which would have featured Morgan Stark and Pepper Potts in a racing/car-themed show with a young female Vision, loosely adapting MCU canon. Other images hint at Fantastic Four: First Steps (set in a retro-futuristic 1960s world) and its connection to Doomsday.Context and Caveats: The article notes Marvel’s usual secrecy around projects, making this leak significant. However, it cautions that concept art doesn’t guarantee final storylines, as Marvel often evolves its plans during development. The leaked images align with known details, like the Fantastic Four’s debut on July 25, 2025, and Downey Jr.’s Doom role, but their exact integration into Doomsday remains speculative.https://thedisinsider.com/2025/03/01/see-it-new-leaked-concept-art-offers-first-look-at-vision-quest-avengers-doomsday-and-more/&nbsp;Star Wars - Disney is apparently considering selling off their $4B purchase… Not just that, but they have been trying for about 7 months, and no one wants the IP.Gears of War: E-Day - Release date being moved to 2026 from Holiday of 2025.XBox - Next console to be released in 2026SPECULATIONOnly about 50% of what was leaked will actually resemble what we get as far as the Avengers stuff is concerned. Planet Hulk will look different. Franklin Richards will be the only child, we won’t get Valeria.&nbsp;You can support this show by visiting our&nbsp;merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! Killswitch Engage is all over the music sectionNetEase is confusingDC/Marvel biggest crossover in 20 yearsPrime has an answer to Star TrekDune 3 non-spoilerClayface rumorsAnd so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. &nbsp;Music&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsBilly Corgan- The Pumpkins’ vocalist has clarified his performance at Ozzy’s final show. He will be playing with Tom Morello and Adam Jones from Tool. https://loudwire.com/billy-corgan-playing-ozzy-black-sabbath-show/&nbsp;Black Dahlia Murder- Guitarist Brandon Ellis has left the band, forcing them to reschedule the remaining date on their current tour.https://metalinjection.net/news/breakups/brandon-ellis-quits-the-black-dahlia-murder&nbsp;&nbsp;New Music/VideoSwitchfoot- Last Man Standing feat Buddy Guy https://youtu.be/r6Rz5PvPUjATOTALLY not what I was expecting. More Buddy Guy than Switchfoot, and all the better for it.Killswitch Engage- Collusion https://youtu.be/PoApILhc7YcThis new record might just e KsE in its most unhinged in YEARS.Disturbed- I Will Not Break https://youtu.be/9YICpjeGsbETheir guitar player said they were trying to recapture the feel of their earlier records. Well the intro sounds like it was ripped right from an earlier song. Production is pretty good, a little drum heavy for me. Not bad, but not earth moving.Bhad Bhabie- Ms. Whitman https://youtu.be/yo7_px4vXYQApparently a diss track against another “rapper” Alabama. First Drake and Kendrick, now this? LOL Bhabie also jabs at Travis Barker… because reasons. (Alabama is Barker’s daughter apparently…?) performance-wise… not terrible like I anticipated, but absolutely not something to waste your time on.https://youtu.be/y1M8Ea46MgU- Alabama’s last diss.Ghost Bath- Rose Thorn Necklace https://youtu.be/zN6EHnfS6MgOn Nuclear Blast. Slow-ish (?) death/black metal with melody? Yeah this is interesting.&nbsp;Tours/FestivalsRocklahoma- Aug 29, 30, 31 (fri, sat, sun) at Rockin Red Dirt Ranch Festival Grounds in Pryor, OK. Shinedown, 5FDP, Breaking Benjamin, Marilyn Manson, Knocked Loose, Flyleaf. Full weekend passes are $200. Prices go up from there.https://blabbermouth.net/news/shinedown-five-finger-death-punch-breaking-benjamin-three-days-grace-and-many-more-set-for-rocklahoma-2025&nbsp;Summer of Loud- KsE, Beartooth, I Prevail, Parkway Drive, The Devil Wears Prada, and others. June 21 in West Palm Beach FL, through July 27 in Charlotte NC. Presale is Feb 26.https://blabbermouth.net/news/beartooth-i-prevail-killswitch-engage-and-parkway-drive-to-team-up-for-summer-of-loud-2025-tour&nbsp;Pantera- Touring with Amon Amarth WHILE&nbsp; also doing those Metallica shows. The Amon Amarth shows will announce an opener soon. Tickets on sale now. Starts July 15 in Burgettstown PA through Sept 13 in West Palm Beach FL.https://blabbermouth.net/news/pantera-announces-summer-2025-u-s-tour-with-support-from-amon-amarth&nbsp;Punk in the Park, Denver- Bad Religion, Descendents, Dropkick Murphys, Streetlight Manifesto, Circle Jerks, The Adicts, The AQUABATS, Strung Out, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and MORE. July 18-20 in the National Western Stockyards.https://www.punkinthepark.com/&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsBrian May- New 12 string guitar from Gibson. Brian May SJ-200. Only 100 of them have been made.&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/queens-brian-may-partners-with-gibson-to-release-12-string-acoustic-guitar&nbsp;Fyre 2.0- May 30 - June 2 in Isla Mujeres, near Cancun Mexico. The organizers are really doing their best to assure people that this time they’re serious. Tickets are $1400 and only 2000 will be sold. Or you can buy a $25000 VIP ticket and meet the as-yet unannounced artists, along with other perks and accommodations.&nbsp;https://youtu.be/uZ0KNVU2fV0&nbsp;https://www.billboard.com/pro/fyre-fest-2-dates-location-ticketing-partner-announced/&nbsp;President- Mysterious new band added to Download festival this year. No music, no following, slot on one of the biggest festival dates in the world. Speculation has tried to tie this to Sleep Token and Ghost and Deftones, and even Slipknot. At the very least it has been confirmed that they have nothing to do with Sleep Token or Ghost.https://loudwire.com/president-mystery-band-2025-download-festival/&nbsp;Placebo- Vocalist/frontman Brian Molko is being charged with defamation of the Prime Minister of Italy, because of comments made on stage at a recent concert. Molko allegedly called Meloni a "piece of shit, fascist, racist" and a "Nazi." At Italy’s Sonic Park Festival.https://loudwire.com/placebo-brian-molko-defamation-charge/&nbsp;SNL 50 Homecoming Concert- Streaming on Peacock. Lonely Island medley was great, Eddie Vedder covering Tom Petty was kind of amazing, Nirvana with Post Malone was impressive to a point. Overall a pretty fun collection of performances.The Mars Volta- Played an unreleased album live… CRAZY! https://youtu.be/_N6aVhKi384&nbsp;https://metalinjection.net/video/the-mars-volta-just-played-a-whole-new-currently-unannounced-album-live&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsKillswitch Engage- This Consequence new album out last week.&nbsp;Gaming/Tech&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsStar Wars Eclipse/NetEase- The NetEase situation just seems to keep getting stickier. Star Wars Eclipse, the highly anticipated video game from Quantic Dream, might be facing the end of its journey. Reports suggest that its parent company, NetEase, is pulling back from overseas ventures and looking to offload studios, including Quantic Dream. Rumors of trouble aren’t new for Eclipse— whispers of cancellation first popped up in 2022— but this latest move by NetEase has fans on edge. If confirmed, it’d join a growing list of scrapped Star Wars titles like Battlefront 3 and Star Wars 1313. No official word yet, so stay tuned for updates.~UPDATE~ Quantic Dream IS apparently unaffected by the restructuring at NetEase.https://cosmicbook.news/star-wars-eclipse-canceled-netease&nbsp;Marvel Rivals- First, to address the NetEase releasing of the development team last week… according to one of the producers the team was more in charge of logistics and&nbsp; HR type issues more than anything creative. “They were entitled, lazy, and woke.”&nbsp; But the new update is those leaked characters are “real.” Meaning that all of those character you may or may not have heard about, are in SOME level of development, but that doesn’t mean they will make it to playable status.https://boundingintocomics.com/video-games/video-game-news/marvel-rivals-devs-confirms-roster-leaks-are-real-but-cautions-fans-that-datamined-characters-may-appear-or-may-not-appear-in-our-future-plans/&nbsp;Fable- Delayed into 2026 by Microsoft.WB Games- WB has closed Monolith Productions, Player First Games, and WB San Diego. https://www.gamesindustry.biz/warner-bros-reportedly-shuttering-monolith-productions-player-first-games-and-warner-bros-san-diego&nbsp;&nbsp;TrailersMortal Kombat 1- https://youtu.be/rRlNmFDHQw4?si=G-ddMgYIEC9vqn0nGlacius… I mean T-1000 trailer. Killer Instinct is going to have somethings to say.~ALSO~ MK Pro Tournament Mexico happened. Javier took 4th. Nicolas 3rd, his twin ScorpionProcs 2nd SonicFox 1st.Tekken 8 - Anna Williams https://youtu.be/b6hYwWoOrDkMarch 31 early access. Rocket Launcher, PLUS&nbsp; new moveset includes using that as a melee weapon as well as a ranged weapon.&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsMouthwashing- Indie horror game that has been QUICKLY gaining popularity, will now be jumping over to console. Not only will there be the obvious digital release, but the console releases (all current gen… even Switch 1…) will eventually get a physical release as well.https://www.engadget.com/gaming/horror-game-mouthwashing-will-land-on-consoles-later-this-year-204817692.html&nbsp;NVidia- 5070Ti launches and the supply issue persists. But the reviews seem to be luke warm at best.https://www.engadget.com/gaming/pc/nvidia-geforce-5070-ti-review-a-sensible-4k-powerhouse-for-749-140023082.html&nbsp;Apple V &nbsp;- In an unprecedented move, Apple has completely disabled their ADP (Advanced Data Protection) in the UK. UK users no longer can encrypt their data using Apple’s iCloud services. iMessage, passwords, health data, and other information Apple handles, will still be able to use end-to-end encryption. Users will have to turn their ADP off themselves in order to keep their iCloud accounts, due to the nature of end-to-end encryption, but will be allowed an unspecified “grace period.”https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/apple-disables-iclouds-advanced-data-protection-feature-in-the-uk-173016447.html&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsThioJoe- YT channel that has helped me in more than a few pinches.&nbsp;Comic Books/Books&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsBatman relaunch- September will see ANOTHER Batman reboot. This time headed by the team of Matt Fraction (W) and Jorge Jimenez (A). Jimenez has talked about the work he is putting in on the feel of the city of Gotham. Some of the preview art feels like the Penguin a bit.https://cosmicbook.news/batman-new-costume-dc-comics-relaunch&nbsp;DC/Marvel Crossover- the Amalgam reprint event is, in fact leading to ANOTHER crossover event. Not a return of the Amalgam universe it would seem. Instead it will be a couple one-shot books, one called Marvel/DC and the other DC/Marvel obviously, to be released later this year. Any more details are being held very close to the chest.https://boundingintocomics.com/comic-books/comic-book-news/for-first-time-in-over-20-years-dc-and-marvel-comics-to-crossover-once-again-in-upcoming-pair-of-one-shots/&nbsp;Wicked- New GN based on the original book that the stage production and subsequent movie is based on. Part 1 will be out on March 11.&nbsp;https://comicbook.com/comics/news/wicked-graphic-novel-first-look/&nbsp;Pooluminati- New series, alongside the current Cody Ziglar run, written by Zac Gorman, Alexis Quasarano, with art from Enid Balm and Todd Nauck. Issue 1 goes on sale March 26.Deadpool and his daughter Ellie embark on an inter-dimensional adventure to prove they’re worthy of joining the prestigious ranks of the Pooluminati. But what dark secrets will they unearth in the process?&nbsp;~ALSO~All through March Marvel will be doing April Pool’s Day variant covers for other books.<a…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! Ozzy Osbourne's Final Show adds more actsMarvel Rivals controversyNew Halo bookDumbledore cast for new MAX seriesClayface hits the Movie and Rumor sections both pretty hardAnd so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. &nbsp;Music&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsNeil Gaiman- Newest accusations have drawn now Ex-Wife Amanda Palmer (Dresden Dolls) into the fray. https://deadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/neil-gaiman-wisconsin-rape-suit.pdf&nbsp;Primus- New drummer John Hoffman announced. Just some dude from Shreveport LA… sweetThe Sword- 2 new shows added to their “Return” April 10 in Dallas TX. April 11 in San Antonio TX.&nbsp;New Music/VideoRise Against- Nod https://youtu.be/7WkrZi19q4UNew mix sound for the band. Lyrical’ly seems to meander, and at times it feels like is wanders into territory already covered in “Savior.”Underoath- New album announced. “The Place After This One” due out March 28th through MNRK Heavy.Allegaeon- Driftwood https://youtu.be/SrUZdqy7spAas much as I don’t WANT to like these guys, they are just really damn good. This might not be as good as their last single, but still better than a lot of newer bands.ALSO ~ new album, The Ossuary Lens, due out April 4th on Metal Blade. Not a concept album per se, but all about different views on death.Peter Murphy- Swoon Feat Trent Reznor https://youtu.be/ZPOgRAQdbtQGoth royalty being great. Not much more to say.Callous Daoboys- Two-Headed Trout/The Demon of Unreality Limping Like a Dog https://youtu.be/wL5UpOrHTBYThe Daoboys getting a little more theatrical with not just their presentation, but also their writing and arrangements.ALSO~ New record, I Don’t Want To See You In Heaven, due out May 19.Tetrarch- Never Again (Parasite) https://youtu.be/yLFNdIRwng4Modern Nu-Metal… still just feels rather middle of the road.&nbsp;Tours/FestivalsAttack Attack!- Roadside Rumble Tour. Support from Convictions, Downswing, and Uncured.Starts May 15 in Greensboro, NC through May 22 in Memphis TN.https://www.bandsintown.com/a/186318&nbsp;Dropkick Murphys X Bad Religion- Summer of Discontent Tour. The Mainliners opening. Will run from July 22 in Spokane, WA through August 17 in Big Flats NY. Tickets go on sale the 20th 10 a.m. local time at www.dropkickmurphys.com&nbsp; and www.badreligion.com.Black Sabbath- Ozzy’s final live performance. July 5th in Birmingham UK. Metallica, GnR, Tool, Slayer, Pantera, Gojira, Alice in Chains, Halestorm, Lamb of God, Anthrax, Mastodon, Rival Sons. Plus a slew of vocalists and musicians will be lending their talents to the show as well.Summer of ‘99 &amp; Beyond- Creed and Nickelback to headline. Friday July 18 and Saturday July 19 in East Troy WI. Tickets on sale Feb 21.https://www.ticketmaster.com/event/0700624A2E3B4183&nbsp;Russian Circles X Pelican- Touring together starting March 3 at Delmar in St. Louis, MO and wraps up on March 22 at the Fine Line in Minneapolis, MN.ALSO ~ Pelican are releasing their first album in 6 years. Flickering Resonance, due out May 16.https://www.stubhub.com/russian-circles-tickets/performer/493440&nbsp;Converge- have announced a handful of tour dates around the festivals they have already been announced on.https://jacobbannon.com/blogs/news/converge-announce-u-s-tour-dates-in-may-2025&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsThe Melvins X Napalm Death- Not only are they touring together come April, but they have just announced a collaboration album titled Savage Imperial Death March, out this Sunday on vinyl. Other media at a later date.https://www.shoxop.com/&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsSpiritbox- No Loss, No Love https://youtu.be/YfKlcLKDkz0?si=q9PUxksVuCsyKLZ8&nbsp;&nbsp;Gaming/Tech&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsHelldivers 2 - New update that dropped last week added a new Terminid Strain to tussle with on Fenrir III.&nbsp;“The Predator Hunter is a specialized, evolved strain forged by the Terminids’ extended exposure to The Gloom, enhancing their hunting abilities and turning them into even deadlier ambush predators. The Predator Hunter is a specialized, evolved strain forged by the Terminids’ extended exposure to The Gloom, enhancing their hunting abilities and turning them into even deadlier ambush predators.”Fatal Fury: City of the Wolves- Adding Chun-Li and Ken later this year.https://youtu.be/h2JEb_ItQYY&nbsp;Granblue Fantasy Versus: Rising- Season pass 2 announced.https://youtu.be/kamlq7O3t7Q?si=TuSFpYA12gi-vY9i&nbsp;Fortnite- Next season is called Lawless, and will feature Mortal Kombat characters Sub-Zero and Scorpion. Scorpion will be available for purchase in the store, and Sub-Zero is set to be a standard character in the battle pass. Meaning Sub-Zero will have up to 4 skins. Which has the community speculating as to what those skins will be.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/fortnite-sub-zero-scorpion-mortal-kombat-skins/&nbsp;&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsMarvel Rivals- The development team has all been laid off from NetEase Games.https://www.resetera.com/threads/marvel-rivals-director-shares-that-he-and-his-team-were-just-laid-off.1112481/&nbsp;But that isn’t stopping the game from moving forward. Human Torch and Thing gameplay was ALSO just released today. That and a new map will be coming Feb 21. Along with a reworking of how in game currency works. Once you have purchased the seasonal Battle Pass, and then accomplished all the goals, you can then use your Chrono Points for in game gold. The conversion ratio has yet to be revealed.https://thedirect.com/article/marvel-rivals-season-1-part-2-patch-notes-human-torch-thing-characters&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsMarvel Rivals&nbsp;Comic Books/Books&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsSpider-Man- Marvel Comics has sparked controversy by teasing the possible resurrection of Gwen Stacy, a character whose death in The Night Gwen Stacy Died (1973) remains one of Spider-Man’s most defining moments. A newly released teaser image shows a shadowy figure standing over her grave with the tagline "NOTHING IS SACRED," leading to backlash from fans who argue that bringing her back would cheapen the emotional impact of her original demise. While Marvel has yet to confirm details, they have promised more information in the coming week, leaving readers divided over what this could mean for Spider-Man’s story.Donny Cates- The creator of Knull is finally returning to the fray after 3 years of turmoil and trouble.“Just wanted to check in with all of you and let you know that your boy is back on the dance floor,” Cates shared on Instagram. “Expect announcements this summer. And then another one after that. What do you think? Anyone want to guess? If you get it right I’ll buy your first issue.” &nbsp;Well, “finally” might be a bit strong. Hulk as a spaceship was a little out there. But at least he is an original voice.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/donny-cates-comic-book-writer-return/&nbsp;TMNT X Naruto- The "Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles x Naruto" crossover comic series is set to conclude with its fourth issue later this fall. This collaboration between IDW Publishing and Viz Media brings together the Ninja Turtles and Naruto's Team 7 in a shared universe where New York City and the Hidden Leaf Village coexist. The storyline begins with April O'Neil's clandestine meeting with Tsunade, attracting attention from both Naruto's team and the Foot Clan, who believe April possesses valuable information on Baxter Stockman's mutation research. As the series progresses, tensions escalate, leading to an anticipated showdown between Naruto and the Turtles' arch-nemesis, Shredder. Cover artist Jorge Jiménez has unveiled a preview of the final issue's cover, depicting Naruto launching a Rasengan at Shredder, hinting at the climactic battle to come.&nbsp;Written by Caleb Goellner and illustrated by Hendry Prasetya, this fallhttps://comicbook.com/anime/news/teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-naruto-crossover-shredder/&nbsp;Halo: Empty Throne- 2559. It has been a year since the rogue artificial intelligence Cortana seized control of the Domain, an otherworldly dimension housing a vast information network. With an array of Forerunner weapons at her disposal, Cortana set out to enforce an authoritarian peace on the civilizations of the galaxy. But as the United Nations Space Command flagship Infinity prepares to strike against Cortana at Zeta Halo, another plan has also been set in motion.Out now.https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Halo-Empty-Throne/Jeremy-Patenaude/Halo/9781668052129&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsInvisible Monstersis a novel by American writer Chuck Palahniuk, published in 1999. It is his third novel to be published, though it was his second written novel (after Insomnia: If You Lived Here, You'd Be Home Already). The novel was originally supposed to be Palahniuk's first novel to be published, but it was rejected by the publisher for being too disturbing. After the success of his novel Fight Club, Invisible Monsters was given a second chance, and a revised version of it was published.&nbsp;TV Shows&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsHalo- dropped by Paramount+ but picked up by Netflix… at least in other markets. Does this mean it’s saved? No just means that Paramount is trying to make money on that stinker. March 1 https://www.windowscentral.com/gaming/after-being-dropped-the-lesser-received-xbox-game-turned-tv-show-has-been-picked-up-by-netflix-coming-march-1&nbsp;Harry Potter- John Lithgow cast as New Dumbledore.https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/harry-potter-dumbledore-john-lithgow-tv-show-cast-concern/&nbsp;Rings of Power- Season 3 confirmed… but why??&nbsp;TrailersTwisted Metal S02- https://youtu.be/ptLE35Du2Dc?si=olB6RAZa3Ns-0ptJNo exact date beyond “Summer 2025.”&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsRobin Hood- MGM+ announced a new 10 episode series for the franchise. With Sean Bean cast already as the Sheriff Of Nottingham, and Jack Patten as Robin Hood. No official release date but it is expected later this year.https://cosmicbook.news/sean-bean-robin-hood-mgm-plus-series&nbsp;DnD- New series headed to Netflix.Titled Forgotten Realmshttps://deadline.com/2025/02/dungeons-dragons-series-the-forgotten-realms-netflix-shawn-levy-1236288182/&nbsp;&nbsp;SuggestsTwisted Metal S01 - It may not be perfect, but it was fun. Catch up before season 2 hits and things get crazier.Movies&nbsp;Follow-ups/CorrectionsRed Sonja- The Matilda Lutz starring movie is FINALLY set for a release this year. No specific date just yet.https://deadline.com/2025/02/red-sonja-reboot-release-later-this-year-uk-deal-1236292579&nbsp;Dune 3- Set for principle…

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It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy! Grok 2 for free?MORE As I Lay Dying news...Kidpool Coming to Marvel Comics from the movie.Fallout TV show castingDenzel Washington announces his involvement with the MCU...And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsGrammys - Metallica, Judas Priest, Gojira, Spiritbox, Knocked Loose, all nominated for metal performance. https://blabbermouth.net/news/grammy-awards-2025-metallica-judas-priest-and-gojira-among-best-metal-performance-nominees&nbsp;As I Lay Dying - Tim Lambesis is committing to festival dates in 2025 already. The band has taken a spot on the Friday bill for next year’s Welcome to Rockville festival.New Music/VideoDax - Soldier Feat Tom Macdonald https://youtu.be/PYQqe27R2L0 appropriately released on Veteran’s Day.All That Remains - Forever Cold https://youtu.be/U8D_WWkYDEw?si=oMSDvdx6g8KPSHAF still no release date for the new album release date. This is almost as good as Divine.Butcher Babies - Sincerity https://youtu.be/2t0clgPkJeg First single since Carla Harvey left. Instrumentally it seems that they are maturing.Malevolence - Trenches https://youtu.be/C4VDAkyfBK8 OLD SCHOOL hardcore style. Lyrically and stylistically.Tours/FestivalsDownload Festival 2025 - Green Day, Sleep Token, and Korn set to headline the 3 days. Sex Pistols, Orbit Culture, Kim Dracula, Filter, Spiritbox,&nbsp;Machine Head - support from In Flames, Lacuna Coil, and Unearth. Starts April 5 in Oakland CA, runs through May 10 in Kelowna BC.Papa Roach and Rise Against - Rise of the Roach Tour. support from Underoath. Mar 20 Houston TX through Oct 5 West Palm Beach FLKing Diamond - 2 of their Canadian Tour dates have been canceled “due to unforeseen circumstances.” Refunds are available forEdmonton Alberta and Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, on Nov 20th and 21st respectively.https://blabbermouth.net/news/king-diamonds-shows-in-edmonton-and-saskatoon-canceled-due-to-unforeseen-circumstances&nbsp;Unto Others - Make up tour. Nov 15 in Spokane WA through Dec 13 in LA. Band says that there are MORE touring plans through 2025.https://www.stubhub.com/unto-others-tickets/performer/101881175&nbsp;Cattle Decapitation - Shadow of Intent, Revocation, Vulvodynia. EU tour Jan 23 in Nuremberg Germany though Feb 23 in Tilburg Netherlands.https://www.stubhub.com/cattle-decapitation-tickets/performer/100271093&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsGuns N Roses - Greatest hits compilation album has officially spent 700 weeks on the billboard top 100. Only the 8th band to ever do that.https://loudwire.com/guns-n-roses-eighth-700-week-album-chart-record/&nbsp;Heilung - The band are scheduling a hiatus after their August 17 2025 show. No location for the final show has been given but they will be touring until then. The Hiatus is not permanent, but there is no scheduled end yet either.https://www.stubhub.com/heilung-tickets/performer/100279596&nbsp;Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsNew Steam Deck - Well yes and no. No there is not going to be new hardware. It IS going to be the same hardware in a white shell. DON’T BELIEVE THE HYPE. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/new-steam-deck-white-oled-announced-valve/&nbsp;Nintendo Switch 2 - WILL be backward compatible. BUT the question remains, will it be FULL back-compat, or will it be only for digital purchases? https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/nintendo-switch-2-news-confirmed/&nbsp;Halo 2 - PC Players now have access to the E3 2003 demo on MCC. With help from Halo Studios, modding group Digsite are celebrating 20 years of Halo 2 in style. https://steamcommunity.com/workshop/filedetails/?id=3360515088&nbsp;Palworld - The Pokemon lawsuit got an update. The patents are directly related to the mechanics of catching and riding the creatures. Technically the filing was not completed until months AFTER Palworld’s release last year, the process was started in 2021 before Arceus’ release. BIG strange note, the Pokemon Company and Nintendo are suing for 5M Yen, or about $65.000 US in TOTAL.https://www.pocketpair.jp/news/20241108&nbsp;Dead Rising Deluxe Remaster - Free Demo up on the big 3 (Steam, Xbox, PS5) Game proper still costs $50.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/xbox-360-classic-game-free-download/&nbsp;TrailersKnock Off - https://youtu.be/aDyHc6aEyTg toy fighting game. This looks like it could be pretty damn cool. Demo out now https://knockoffthegame.com&nbsp;Mortal Kombat 1 - Ghostface kombat kast happens after I film.Reg ‘ol NewsNvidia GeForce Now - The tech GIANT is changing things up on their cloud gaming service. Most notably a 100-hour playcap for users, which comes out to about 3.5 hours a day. According to Nvidia this should only effect about 4% of their player-base. HOWEVER, this will only take effect for CURRENT players (whose accounts are active and in good standing before Dec 31 2024) in January of 2026. Assuming the accounts stay in good standing.https://www.pcgamer.com/hardware/graphics-cards/nvidias-upgrading-geforce-nows-usd10-tier-with-1440p-and-ultrawide-resolutions-but-the-only-extra-ultimate-users-get-is-a-new-100-hour-play-limit/&nbsp;https://blogs.nvidia.com/blog/geforce-now-thursday-performance-membership/&nbsp;SEGA - Following last week’s BIG L from the US Copyright Office, denying access to historical games for researchers, SEGA has just announced that they will be delisting over 70 games from digital storefronts. To include; Crazy Taxi, NiGHTS Into Dreams, Jet Set Radiohttps://boundingintocomics.com/video-games/video-game-news/in-a-blow-to-retro-video-game-access-sega-to-delist-dozens-of-classic-titles-from-virtual-storefronts-including-crazy-taxi-nights-into-dreams-and-jet-set-radio/&nbsp;Death Stranding - Director’s Cut secretly released on the Xbox on the 7th. Kojima Productions now officially holds ALL the rights to the game and can do whatever they want with it! $20 for a short time in the game shop.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/death-stranding-directors-cut-xbox-series-x/&nbsp;Freevee - The free streamer will be sunset, in favor of moving all the content onto Prime video, on the 15$ subscription tier.https://www.engadget.com/entertainment/streaming/amazon-sunsets-freevee-platform-for-ad-supported-streaming-video-000614080.html&nbsp;XA - Grok might be free on X soon, with limitations. 10 Grok2 questions and 20 Grok2-mini questions every 2 hours.https://techcrunch.com/2024/11/10/x-is-testing-a-free-version-of-ai-chatbot-grok/&nbsp;WB Games Troubles - There have NOT been any proper Batman games, or MK games, or anything like that. They are simply FOCUSING on franchises that make them money. David Zaslav said that they would be focusing on proven franchises in a recent earnings call.Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsKidpool &amp; Spider-Boy - New book (W) Christopher Yost and (A) Nathan Stockman, Chris Campana, and Jed Dougherty are bringing Ryan Reynolds daughter to the comics. Now there are 2 Kidpools in the Marvel Comics universe. The original Xavier misfit, and Wanda Wilson, who joined the Deadpool Corps in the Void. On sale Dec 25.https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/deadpool-wolverine-kidpool-joins-marvel-universe-spider-boy/&nbsp;Heavy Metal - Heavy Metal magazine is relaunching with a fresh start under new ownership and management. Issue 1 is set to feature nearly 200 pages of iconic Heavy Metal content, kicking off with a Kickstarter campaign that will offer exclusive rewards like limited edition covers, art prints, and merch. The new team aims to restore Heavy Metal's legendary status after a hiatus that left many fans and creators feeling disappointed. To make amends, they've settled debts with past creators and are addressing missed subscriptions and orders. The website and store are being revamped, and subscribers will soon receive updates about their accounts. Fans are invited to reach out for support, and the team expresses gratitude for their patience and excitement for the upcoming issue.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/heavymetal/heavy-metal-magazine-1&nbsp;Boxing - TidalWave Comics is launching a new comic series focused on legendary boxers, kicking off with FAME: Mike Tyson ahead of the Tyson vs. Jake Paul fight. This comic delves into Tyson’s colorful life, from being hypnotized to suppress empathy in the ring to his love for pet tigers and his iconic face tattoo. Upcoming releases include Tribute: Muhammad Ali on January 17, celebrating Ali's birthday, and FAME: Manny Pacquiao on December 11. Publisher Darren G. Davis noted the success of TidalWave’s sports comics, highlighting recent biographies of icons like Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant. Fans can access these comics both in stores and digitally on platforms like Kindle, ComiXology, and iTunes.https://www.firstcomicsnews.com/mike-tyson-and-muhammad-ali-life-stories-gets-the-comic-book-treatment/&nbsp;TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsFallout - Season 2 just added Macaulay Culkin to its cast. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/fallout-season-2-home-alone-star-macaulay-culkin/&nbsp;TrailersMayfair Witches - https://youtu.be/3MNwkfKwNwY season 2 Jan 5 2025 on AMC. Forgot to mention last week.Marvel’s What If… - https://youtu.be/umiKiW4En9g season 3 Dec 22MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsCaptain America: Brave New World - Giancarlo Esposito has revealed that the movie is going back for another round of reshoots.Black Panther 3 - Denzel Washington has revealed that he is involved with the project… Also he revealed that there IS GOING to be a third Black Panther movie. No official announcement from Marvel yet, but this seems pretty definitive. Claims that Ryan Coogler is writing whatever his role is just for Denzel.https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/black-panther-3-marvel-denzel-washington-role/&nbsp;TrailersCaptain America: Brave New World - https://youtu.be/1pHDWnXmK7Y Feb 14. RED HULK ACTION!Mission Impossible Final Reckoning - https://youtu.be/NOhDyUmT9z0 May 23 2025. Conclude Ethan Hunt’s storyNutcrackers - https://youtu.be/5iBuf0Sq-cw New Ben Stiller comedy on Hulu. Nov 29.Little Mermaid - https://youtu.be/O1dfTzpfXdo Lionsgate Horror movie.Reg ‘ol NewsTony Todd -…

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Says that everyone leaving was due to Phil Sgrosso’s decision to leave, which is odd considering his was the LAST announcement made. https://blabbermouth.net/news/tim-lambesis-admits-unhealthy-environment-within-as-i-lay-dying-led-to-split-with-his-bandmates&nbsp;Devildriver - Dez updates fans on positive health news. https://metalinjection.net/news/dez-fafara-gives-positive-health-update-promises-new-devildriver-coal-chamber&nbsp;New Music/VideoNeon Nightmare - They Look Like Shadows ttps://youtu.be/OyfYpMF8s_g?si=dDmFIwFE6vEScDvD More goth metal awesomeness… the video plays out like an 80s horror movie too. Faded Dream album out now. ALSO this video reveals the man behind the music. Nate Garrett from Spirit Adrift. Pre-Order the album!! https://www.20buckspin.com/collections/neon-nightmare&nbsp;Molotov Solution - Devour The Children https://youtu.be/HJxA5h0_L4Y politically charged deathcore. Very vocal heavy mix, but otherwise REALLY good. First new music since 2011. Title track from upcoming record.Extreme - Small Town Beautiful https://youtu.be/SIwU9T-SbdE trying to recapture that “More Than Words” spirit it seems. Not bad though.No Cure - Don’t Need Your Help https://youtu.be/0tQ9RyLSAnw Bleeding Through labelmates. Featuring Jesse Clark of Wielded Steel and Nick Chance of Beautiful Child Of God. THAT is crushing!Paradise Slaves - A Fever to Defeat https://youtu.be/Tn_Iaj84phY featuring Joel Stroetzel’s little brother Tyler, and 36 Crazyfists vocalist Brock Lindow. Kind of like a more melodic Crazyfists.Tours/FestivalsJudas Priest - 12-date trek will kick off on June 14, 2025 in Oslo, Norway and conclude on July 20, 2025 in Oberhausen, Germany.https://blabbermouth.net/news/judas-priest-announces-shield-of-pain-2025-european-tour&nbsp;Slipknot - EU Tour. June 4 in Sweden through June 28 in Spain for Resurrection Fest.https://blabbermouth.net/news/slipknot-announces-june-2025-european-tour&nbsp;Headbanger’s Boat 2025 - LoG, Devildriver, Kublai Khan, Fear Factory, Obituary, Clutch MOREhttps://www.headbangersboat.com&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsQuincy Jones - Grammy winning producer passes at 91. The cause was not disclosed.https://variety.com/2024/film/news/quincy-jones-dead-grammy-winning-producer-1236199322/&nbsp;KsE - New song “The Consequence” set for release Nov 20th.https://blabbermouth.net/news/killswitch-engage-announces-new-single-the-consequence&nbsp;Shadows Fall - Promise a new song in December.https://blabbermouth.net/news/shadows-fall-to-release-brand-new-song-next-month&nbsp;Slipknot - New logo… WTF?? Seems to ONLY be on certain limited merch.Limp Bizkit - Currently in the studio for a new record. John Otto LOST A TON OF WEIGHT!!SuggestsIron Never Lies - Now 6 episodes deep. This is a REALLY great podcast for fitness minded metalheads. Hosted by Brandon Schiepetti from Bleeding Through.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsNetflix - After closing their AAA game studio, they now are opening an AI game studio… nice…?Reg ‘ol NewsAmazon Prime - Amazon will now include AI generated recaps and summaries for shows. But they SWEAR they will be spoiler free.https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/prime-video-x-ray-artificial-intelligence-tv-show-recaps-1236199827/&nbsp;Hogwarts Legacy 2 - Officially in the works, and will tie into the reboot tv show, creating a connected universe.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/hogwarts-legacy-2-harry-potter-tv-show/&nbsp;Mass Effect - Dragon Ages: Veilgard is not getting DLC, because BioWare is turning focus to Mass Effect 5.SuggestsDUHComic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsCalico - Mike Baron’s new book. Book 2 is a 48 page double issue also featuring writer HH German. Kickstarter goes live Nov 12.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/sigmacomics/here-comes-calico-prologue-for-book-2&nbsp;Sherlock Holmes: Leviathan - ANOTHER new book from Mike Baron with art from Richard Bonk. Crowdfund campaign runs through Jan 3.&nbsp;https://www.indiegogo.com/projects/sherlock-holmes-leviathan&nbsp;Ushers - New Joe Hill book. Short story.https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/218362004-ushers&nbsp;SuggestsPenguin: Pain and Prejudice. 2011 by Gregg HurwitzTV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsGen V - season 2 has finished principal photography. To be released in 2025. https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/gen-v-stars-confirm-major-update-about-season-2-of-the-boys-spinoff-series/&nbsp;Lanterns - Garret Dillahunt has joined the cast of the Max series. https://thathashtagshow.com/2024/11/01/garret-dillahunt-lanterns-recurring-role/&nbsp;TrailersStar Wars: Skeleton Crew - https://youtu.be/f19gfOMZTtg meh… though that’s better than GAH! Still looks like fun though. The song choice is interesting… why go with something from the 80s like that? Even if it IS in Huttese. Begins Dec 3.Mayfair Witches - https://youtu.be/3MNwkfKwNwY season 2 Jan 5 2025 on AMC.The Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - https://youtu.be/p1DH9-prniI season 3. Daryl and Carol in SPAIN.Landman - https://youtu.be/wXzhEhCOlnM New Taylor Sheridan series in Texas with Billy Bob Thornton, Demi Moore, and John Hamm. Paramount+ Nov 17.SuggestsPenguin - Just keeps giving!MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsPinocchio: Unstrung - Started casting with Robert Englund and Richard Brake. Brake will be Geppetto, while Englund’s role has not been revealed. https://comicbook.com/horror/news/pinocchio-slasher-movie-recruits-horror-icons-robert-englund-richard-brake/&nbsp;Twilight of the Dead - The George A Ramero zombie movie that is supposed to be the conclusion to the filmmaker’s oeuvre is FINALLY casting after 7 years in the making, and after it’s creator’s passing. Mila Jovovich and Betty Gabriel have both been cast for the film, to work with Brad Anderson (Session 9) as director. Suzanne Romero has been working with screen writers Joe Knetter, Robert L Lucas, and Paolo Zelati, who were working with Gorge previous to his passing. https://deadline.com/2024/11/milla-jovovich-betty-gabriel-george-a-romero-zombie-movie-twilight-of-the-dead-1236164891/&nbsp;TrailersDo Not Open - https://youtu.be/947I6zKNVfI New horror movie about the dangers of tech… not original, but looks interesting.Heart Eyes - https://youtu.be/P6rkV4NVrOg new Valentine’s Day horror movie from the Freaky and Happy Death Day studio. Feb 7 2025. Looks SUPER gory…Presence - https://youtu.be/XfSNmYhV8Xc New Steven Soderbbergh horror movie. Jan 24 2025Reg ‘ol NewsLego: Ninjago - Live-action movie in the works? Kevin and Dan Hageman, who are responsible for the Ninjago animated series, are working on a new movie for Universal. To be part of a larger live-action slate of Lego movies all in development at Universal.https://deadline.com/2024/10/lego-ninjago-movie-kevin-hageman-dan-hageman-in-works-universal-1236163709/&nbsp;Gundam - Live-action movie in the works. Jim Mickle chosen to write and direct by Legendary and Bandai Namco Filmworks.https://deadline.com/2024/10/gundam-movie-sweet-tooth-jim-mickle-1236163584/&nbsp;House of the Dead - NEW movie in the works. THIS time from Paul WS Anderson. The MK ‘95 director (Resident Evil, Monster Hunter) will also co-write.https://deadline.com/2024/10/house-of-the-dead-movie-paul-w-s-anderson-sega-game-1236163599/&nbsp;Orphan - A third movie in the franchise has been announced. Star Isabelle Fuhrman is set to return as the titular “orphan.” The writer and director from the second movie, Orphan: First Kill, David Coggeshall and William Brent Bell, will also be returning.https://variety.com/2024/film/global/orphan-3-official-lionsgate-isabelle-fuhrman-1236199428/&nbsp;The Substance - Finally available to stream. Only it’s on Mubi… who has Mubi? You can sign up for a 7-day free trial through Amazon Prime, or just purchase the movie on Prime directly.https://variety.com/2024/film/news/how-to-watch-the-substance-online-streaming-1236199912/#article-comments&nbsp;Godzilla - New Toho movie in the works from the director that gave us Godzilla Minus One, Takashi Yamazaki. Will be the 38th Godzilla movie.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/new-godzilla-movie-takashi-yamazaki-1236051588/&nbsp;Cliffhanger - Reboot in the works. Sylvester Stallone was originally attached to star, has left the project. Starring Lily James and Pierce Brosnan (replacing Stallone). Original movie was out in 1993.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/cliffhanger-reboot-lily-james-pierce-brosnan-1236050367/&nbsp;Emily the Strange - Feature length animated movie in the works from WB and Bad Robot.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/emily-the-strange-animated-movie-warner-bros-1236049005/&nbsp;SuggestsAddams Family Valuesa 1993 American supernatural black comedy film directed by Barry Sonnenfeld and written by Paul Rudnick, based on the characters created by Charles Addams. It is the sequel to The Addams Family (1991). The film features almost all the main cast members from the original filmRumor MillConfirmations/RefutationsCONFIRM: Agatha All Along - Aubrey Plaza’s…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!One of the world's biggest bands just lost their drummer.IG and Facebook are robbing your video qualityDeadpool and Wolverine return to comics TOGETHERNetflix is doing an English language version of one of their best series.Lord of the Rings bringing back an actor from the dead, WITHOUT AIAre we getting a Deadpool Christmas special?And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsAs I Lay Dying - Now THE ENTIRE BAND has left, minus long time guitar player Phil Sgrosso. And even THAT is questionable. This has caused the band to pull out of their EU tour, and might affect their upcoming album release.PLUSIt gets better… the reunion album, Shaped By Fire, has now been pulled from streaming.&nbsp;https://youtu.be/QSh-X7uQOnM&nbsp;https://loudwire.com/as-i-lay-dying-first-comment-members-rumors/&nbsp;New Music/VideoTom Green - Det Er Done Tonight https://youtu.be/FpUfgGgU0hY Why is he just good at being so dang entertaining?Vera Farmiga - The Yagas - The Crying Room https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UQ4mh3uNw48&amp;pp=ygUVdmVyYSBmYXJtaWdhIG5ldyBzb25n not bad… very atmospheric.Filth - Opp Stoppers https://youtu.be/DUl3DPXdCBY THIS feels like a more appropriate successor to the “Modern NU Metal” title.Venamoris - Spiderweb https://youtu.be/mjA_zqAm3KQ Dave Lombardo new project with his wife Paula. Weird reverb heavy drum mix, considering who is playing those drums. Kind of a trip-hop vibe.Avenged Sevenfold - Halloween https://youtu.be/wD1YX_olRj8 Acoustic??? Shadows does an interesting vocal performance too… very much NOT expected on either front. The vocals leave something to be desired.Skulls https://youtu.be/4Bthu4MXSOM Somehow the vocals are better here. THIS is more of what a Misfits cover should sound like. Almost Tiger Army-esque.The Halo Effect - March of the Unheard https://youtu.be/9ZG2matuCUM Former In Flames. 2 minutes of an almost 5 min song as intro though? Vocals feel like they belong in a different song.Linkin Park - Over Each Other https://youtu.be/fSHoePrnmMw Teenage angst center-stage again.Tours/FestivalsWhen We Were Young ‘25 - Oct 18 2025 Las Vegas. VIP Cabanas available with layaway payments with $19.99 down. Panic At The Disco, Blink 182, Weezer, The Offspring. Why is Kublai Khan on this bill? Or The Plot In You?https://blabbermouth.net/news/panic-at-the-disco-and-blink-182-to-headline-2025-edition-of-when-we-were-young-festival&nbsp;Killswitch Engage - Support from Kublai Khan TX, Fit for a King, and Frozen Soul. Starts March 5th in Nashville TN, through April 12 in Portland MN. Presale starts Wednesday 30th.http://www.killswitchengage.com&nbsp;Alice Cooper - Another leg of the Too Close For Comfort tour announced. Jan 31 in Augusta GA through Feb 11 in St Augustine FL.https://alicecooper.com/tour/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsPrimus - Drummer Tim Alexander quits the band. This is not the first time, first in 96, then again in 2010. The band was informed via email 2 weeks-ish ago on the 17th. Going forward at this point they will utilize members from Claypool’s other projects in Holy Mackerel and Frog Brigade. Alexander cites a lack of passion for playing music…https://blabbermouth.net/news/drummer-tim-herb-alexander-quits-primus-again&nbsp;Upon a Burning Body - canceled the rest of their tour with Mushroomhead, including a solo headlining show in Kentucky on Oct 27. It seems their guitar player had a family emergency.https://loudwire.com/upon-a-burning-body-drop-mushroomhead-tour/&nbsp;SuggestsMisfits - Legacy of BrutalityOne of the CLASSIC all-time punk records. Maybe not their highest profile album, but the one that gave us “Halloween” and that’s worth a LOT.STAND OUT TRACKS: Halloween, American Nightmare, Some Kinda Hate, Who Killed Marilyn.Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsFallout London - The fan-made DLC for Fallout 4 has officially been downloaded over 1 Million times. https://gog.prowly.com/360385-fallout-london-reaches-1-million-owners-on-gog&nbsp;TrailersMortal Kombat 1 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_ypb5noEMg Ghostface tease. Nov 19th.Reg ‘ol NewsInstagram - Video quality is being decreased on less popular videos. If your video doesn’t reach a certain popularity over a given amount of time, then it will stream at a lower quality than you uploaded. If it should pick up in popularity, the quality will be returned.https://techcrunch.com/2024/10/27/instagram-is-lowering-video-quality-for-unpopular-videos/&nbsp;Valve - in a rare show of understanding. Valve has announced that they will NOT be releasing yearly iterations of their hardware, to be fair to gamers. In an interview Valve designers Lawrence Yang and Yazan Aldehayyat, said that they will instead wait for a “generation leap” before releasing new hardware.https://www.gamesindustry.biz/valve-rejects-yearly-cadence-of-steam-deck-updates-to-be-fair-to-gamers&nbsp;SuggestsWhat do you got for ME??Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsDeadpool/Wolverine - Much as was predicted, the 8 part Weapon X-Traction series from the summer is now turning into an ongoing series. Writer Benjamin Percy (X-Force) and artist Joshua Cassera (X-Men) are the reactive team.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/deadpool-and-wolverine-comic-marvel-series-first-look/&nbsp;Alien: Romulus - a prequel book to the moderate hit movie is on its way from 20th Century Studios and Marvel. (W) Zac Thompson and (A)Daniel Picciotto are the creative team collaborating with movie director Fede Alvarez and co-writer Rodo Sayagues for the story.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/alien-romulus-prequel-story-explained-remus-sation-xenomorph-outbreak/&nbsp;The Rise of Hellfire - Stranger Things prequel mini-series from Dark Horse. (W)Jody Houser (Stranger Things: Tales From Hawkins) Eric Campbell (Dungeons &amp; Dragons Worlds and Realms) (A) Diego Galindo (Stranger Things and Dungeons &amp; Dragons) (C) Diana Sousa (Critical Role: Vox Machina Origins) (L) Nate Piekos, will be a Dungeons and Dragons tie in book. The story is a retelling of the campaign that got Eddie Munson hooked on D&amp;D, and also recruited Dustin, Mike, and Lucas.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/eddie-munson-returns-stranger-things-dungeons-and-dragons-crossover/&nbsp;Star Wars: Legacy of Vader - New Kylo Ren ongoing book that takes place between TLJ and TRoS. Destined for shelves February 2 2025. (W) Charles Soule (A) Luke Ross.https://comicbook.com/starwars/news/star-wars-kylo-ren-return-marvel-comics-darth-vader-legacy/&nbsp;Trick ‘r Treat: Witching Hours - A sequel of sorts to the cult classic film. Anthological in nature, like the film, Michael Doughtery has teamed with comic book creators for more stories set in the world established in the movie. The kickstarter is running now, and the book is expected to be released next october.https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/legendarycomics/trick-r-treat-witching-hour&nbsp;SuggestsChilling Adventures of Sabrina - The book that the series is based on. Sabrina’s 16th birthday is on Oct 31st, when she must swear her fealty to the Dark Lord or be outcast from her coven for her mortal friends and boyfriend, Harvey. (W) Roberto Aguirre-Sacasahttps://www.goodreads.com/book/show/23308488-chilling-adventures-of-sabrina-vol-1&nbsp;TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsTim Pool - didn’t end IRL after all. Instead he did some “cut-backs” and fired a bunch of staff. Some of whom are now going over to The Quartering.Good Omens - Instead of a third and final season, we will be getting a feature length episode to finish the story. https://comicbook.com/tv-shows/news/good-omens-season-3-final-season-episode-movie-neil-gaiman/&nbsp;Tomb Raider - Netflix series gets a second season.Fallout - Amazon’s second season begins principal photography in November!!TrailersDune: Prophecy - FORGOT last week! https://youtu.be/CzVHWNosS2o THIS is the good stuff!Earth Abides - https://youtu.be/glHe-86W-4c Post-apocalyptic WITHOUT zombies? Interesting… MGM+ DEC 1.Reg ‘ol NewsSimpsons X NFL - on Dec 9 the Simpsons will be crossing over with the NFL for the Bengals and Cowboys game. The event will be broadcast in real-time, with Original characters from the Simpsons interacting with players, coaches, etc. There will also be new original clips before during and after the game of Simpsons material. VOD will go live 12 hours after, and will be on Disney+, ESPN, and all the subsidiaries that make sense.https://youtu.be/EsBwXy86WKk&nbsp;Squid Game - English language version of the series is now in the works at Netflix. David Fincher set to develop, and presumably showrun.https://deadline.com/2024/10/squid-game-david-fincher-tv-series-1236159538/&nbsp;SuggestsTeacup - There is some oddly familiar territory here. Strange parallels between From, but definitely its own beast. This is a different kind of isolation-horror. A little easier on the nervous system.STREAMING ON: PeacockMoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsRunning Man - Michael Cera cast alongside Emilia Jones to join Glen Powell in the Edgar Wright directed film. https://comicbook.com/movies/news/michael-cera-cast-running-man-remake-glen-powell/&nbsp;TrailersWerewolves - https://youtu.be/AzdnfFLNP0o Frank Grillo new movie. This December 6th. PRACTICAL effects? Heaven forbid.Reg ‘ol NewsPredator - Disney owned 20th Century Studios has confirmed 2 more Predator movies in the works. With a tease of a possible AVP movie…With the success of Predator Prey, they basically gave Trachtenburg the greenlight for anything.&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie-news/predator-movie-an-alien-sequel-speed-3-1236042464/&nbsp;Scary Movie - Keenen Ivory, Shawn, and Marlon Waynes will be reuniting with Rick Alvarez to write and produce a reboot to the parody horror movie that started it all. These are the writers of the original movie and its immediate sequel. After that Miramax bought out the franchise and the Waynes’ have been absent since.https://deadline.com/2024/10/scary-movie-wayans-brothers-1236160945/&nbsp;Trick ‘r Treat - Creator Michael Dougherty said in the recently released commentary track for the new Blu-Ray 4k…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!LOTS of new musicNetflix bows out of gaming... kindaElon sued AGAINJoe Rogan to interview Donald TrumpAnd so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicNew Music/VideoROSÉ &amp; Bruno Mars - APT. https://youtu.be/ekr2nIex040 CATCHY AF!! But that is par for the course with Bruno Mars. Apparently the lyrics (and title) are a play on words for a Korean drinking game. Rose from Blackpink.Cradle of Filth - Malignant Perfection https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FiF-PAt6N9U surprisingly restrained for a Cradle song. Trying to rekindle Nymphetamine? Video is VERY fitting for the season.Dead Icarus - 1 Million Days https://youtu.be/EjBGU-hF4js MUCH more Atreyu than anything previously released. This has Curse vibes all over it, even the video.Better Lovers - Love as an Act of Rebellion https://youtu.be/5qCT4puiPJY I almost like these guys as much as Miss Machine era Dillinger… almost. What is with the 4:3 aesthetic these days?Bloodywood - Nu Delhi https://youtu.be/A3C9NwGKgq4?si=k5I2p2CYtUofhYfE A little less on the NU sound. Still well put together, if slightly forgettable.Breaking Benjamin - Awaken https://youtu.be/cHj8PtRdMQk Decent breakdown/solo section, but don’t believe the hype. NOT extra heavy.Loss Becomes - Broken Mirrors Feat Jesse Leach https://youtu.be/_dTIV7xI9jM THIS is how you use a Jesse Leach vocal spot.Tours/FestivalsJerry Cantrell - Runs from Jan 31 through March 9. Support from Filter.https://jerrycantrell.com/&nbsp;Claudio Simonetti’s Goblin - Oct 31 through Dec 15. Screening Demons in select cities.https://goblinsimonetti.com/tour-dates&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsIron Maiden - Paul Di’anno passed at 66. The band’s first vocalist on their debut “Iron Maiden” and “Killers.” His years long battle with Lymphedema seems to have ended. Official documentary coming in 2025.https://blabbermouth.net/news/ex-iron-maiden-singer-paul-dianno-dead-at-66&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/official-paul-dianno-documentary-coming-in-2025&nbsp;Papa Roach - Jacoby Shaddix says the next record “makes sense” to be a heavy record. The heaviest record they have ever done he claims. Seems like another trend hop to me.https://blabbermouth.net/news/jacoby-shaddix-says-it-feels-natural-for-papa-roach-to-lean-into-heavy-sound-on-next-album&nbsp;As I Lay Dying - Bassist and vocalist Ryan Neff has left the band, with a very curt exit statement on his socials. This can’t be an issue with Lambesis’ past, this has to be just Tim being difficult to work with at this point.https://blabbermouth.net/news/bassist-vocalist-ryan-neff-quits-as-i-lay-dying&nbsp;Static-X - Hoping to release the documentary “Evil Disco: The Rise, Fall, and Regeneration of Static-X” in 2025.&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/static-x-is-hoping-to-release-evil-disco-the-rise-fall-and-regeneration-of-static-x-documentary-in-2025&nbsp;SuggestsKorn - Self TitledReleased in ‘94.&nbsp; From the haunting intro of “Blind” to the twisted, primal aggression in “Clown” and “Daddy,” the album is a sonic trip through the dark corners of the mind. Its themes of isolation, fear, and inner torment align perfectly with the spooky season.&nbsp;Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsNetflix - Closing their AAA gaming studio. Team Blue has been shuddered with 90 projects in various stages of development, and with staff that included Joseph Staten (Halo) and Rafael Grassetti (God of War). https://www.gamefile.news/p/netflix-team-blue-socal-studio&nbsp;Phasmophobia - Set for Xbox Series and Playstation 5/ VR2 Oct 29th. Multi-player horror FINALLY making its way onto consoles. https://www.engadget.com/gaming/aaaaaah-phsamophobia-haunts-consoles-this-month-182546124.html&nbsp;https://youtu.be/BLCwws1HnYA&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsHalo 2 - Project Cartographer (MOD) is rolling out a Spooky event for Halloween. You can now play as a skeleton in Halo 2.https://www.cartographer.online&nbsp;Elon VS Bladerunner - Alcon Entertainment has accused Elon of copyright infringement over an image included in the Cybercab/Robotaxi event earlier this month. Calling the image “nearly identical” to images from the movie.https://www.cnbc.com/2024/10/21/elon-musk-tesla-wbd-blade-runner-ai-robotaxi-.html&nbsp;Ford X Tesla - The free Ford adapter the company gave out to connect to Tesla chargers. There is a long term issue with the current adaptors that will negatively affect charge times over time. They will be issuing replacements “in the coming weeks.”https://www.engadget.com/transportation/evs/ford-tells-ev-owners-to-stop-using-its-free-tesla-supercharger-adapters-120023623.html&nbsp;Nintendo Beta - The strange beta test for Nintendo has gone live for people on the beta list. Seems that Nintendo is trying their hand at an MMORPG, with their unique twist. Kinda seems like Second Life meets Starfield. You are basically populating a planet.https://playtest-p.nintendo.com/en-us&nbsp;SuggestsMK1 - Halloween Towers running all week.Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsBatman: Hush 2 - Jim Lee and Jeph Loeb confirmed at NYCC the sequel to one of the classic all-time Batman stories will be coming out in 2025. Set to happen within the ongoing Batman series.https://cosmicbook.news/dc-comics-announces-batman-hush-2-peacemaker-godzilla-vs-justice-league-2&nbsp;DC Vertigo - The Vertigo imprint is set to return to DC. Jim Lee also announced that they would be reviving the imprint, this time for creator-owned projects.&nbsp;https://cosmicbook.news/dc-comics-announces-batman-hush-2-peacemaker-godzilla-vs-justice-league-2&nbsp;Peacemaker Presents: The Vigilante/Eagly Double Feature - New 5 issue mini written by Tim Seeley and Mitch Gerads. James Gunn will be story consultant as this will be a tie-in to the Peacemaker show on Max. Release before season 2 of the show.https://cosmicbook.news/dc-comics-announces-batman-hush-2-peacemaker-godzilla-vs-justice-league-2&nbsp;Justice League VS Godzilla VS Kong 2 - the second book will add Ghidorah, Rodan, Mothra and “titanized” super-villains from the Justice League’s rogue’s gallery. No release date yet. Series one is STILL going.Spider-verse VS Venomverse - New multiverse arc starting in May 2025.https://comicbook.com/marvel/news/marvel-spider-verse-venomverse-teaser-nycc/&nbsp;Suggests"The Haunting of Hill House" by Shirley Jackson – A classic haunted house story that’s deeply psychological, unsettling, and atmospheric. It’s all about the creeping dread and ambiguous horrors that make you question reality. 1959.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsDaredevil - Born Again begins March 4 on Disney+.Starfleet Academy - Renewed for a second season before season 1 airs. NYCCGod Of War - The live action series has just left 3 EPs, including showrunner Rafe Judkins. Now starting the project from scratch. https://deadline.com/2024/10/god-of-war-sony-executive-producers-depart-new-writers-joining-1236118075/&nbsp;Joe Rogan - CONFIRMS THAT TRUMP WILL BE ON THE SHOW THIS WEEK!TrailersThe Office (AUS) - https://youtu.be/MIEVoulYZM0 on Prime right now unless you’re in the US. Fans are NOT pleased. Gender swapped roles. This is approximately the 15th time this has happened… why is it that big of a deal?Goosebumps: The Vanishing - https://youtu.be/-NsYcYtDBtc I kinda love this… David Schwimmer as the villain… maybe? Jan 10 Hulu and Disney+Creature Commandos - https://youtu.be/VdahDEpqPA8 NYCC looks good. Dec 5 on MaxStar Trek: Strange New Worlds - https://youtu.be/llvMv5-ydyQ Season 2 clip. Rhys Darby guest.Walking Dead: Dead City - https://youtu.be/ddRY0tocRzY Spring 2025 release.&nbsp;Yellowstone - https://youtu.be/n17AZkUXy58 Season 5B. Costner footage?? Dutton civil war.Reg ‘ol NewsTim Pool - Canceling his IRL show as it currently exists. Blames staff for the issues, when really its a management issue. THIS is why you hire STAFF and not FRIENDS!https://www.youtube.com/live/YXY0pMEI9-o?si=1PyA-3y28PvjfYD5&nbsp;Carrie - Mike Flanagan’s first offering to the Amazon audience appears to be a Carrie adaptation.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/carrie-series-mike-flanagan-amazon-stephen-king-1236040179/&nbsp;SuggestsGoosebumps - Season 1 2023. Streaming on Hulu. a group of five high schoolers embark on a shadowy and twisted journey to investigate the tragic passing three decades earlier of a teen named Harold Biddle — while also unearthing dark secrets from their parents' past.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsStar Trek: Section 31 - Paramount+ original movie set for Friday, Jan 24 2025.TrailersThe Electric State&nbsp; - https://youtu.be/9gUDaPTPxwo Russo Brothers directed, Chris Pratt and Millie Bobby Brown, and A BUNCH MORE starring. Post apocalyptic family movie. March 14 on Netflix.Love Hurts - https://youtu.be/y7_gi1-bIJs?si=55yawApS8ZuAkhO1 Ky Huy Quan in a John Wick adaptation.Street Trash - https://youtu.be/N5yLRQBVNTw zombies as social commentary… weird. Seriously though, looks interesting.Reg ‘ol NewsDisney - Bob Iger set to leave the company in 2026. THIS time there will not be an extension like there was in ‘23. Disney has said they WILL name a new CEO.https://cosmicbook.news/bob-iger-leaving-disney-2026-new-chairman-announced&nbsp;Lord of the Rings - New live-action movie in the early stages of development according to Philippa Boyens, co-writer of the original trilogy of movies, as well as the Hobbit movie. She clarified confusion around the Hunt For Gollum movie, that it will NOT be a multi-part series. Gandalf WILL be part of the narrative though. It also will tie into the Peter Jackson series of movies.https://www.empireonline.com/movies/news/lord-of-the-rings-hunt-for-gollum-wont-be-two-films-second-philippa-boyens-exclusive/&nbsp;American Psycho -…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!We have another Rockstar helping out with the Hurricane relief.Avatar the Last Airbender universe is getting a new RPG video game.DC is screwing up Superman's originsMarvel needs elementary schoolers to stay afloat.Henry Cavill keeps showing us just how NERDY he really is.PLUS a TON of Spider-Man 4 in the rumor mill.And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicNew Music/VideoXzibit - Play This at My Funeral https://youtu.be/PA6o5mheZKw?si=qfpTrX9WTdHfdJp4 deep thoughts and laid back. Not the more well known side of Xzibit, but def a good track.Nowhere2run - Ant in the Afterbirth feat. Loathe https://youtu.be/lvyBoj7Ga8s Code Orange side project Jami Morgan (vocals) and Eric Balderose (keys, guitar). Featuring the vocalist from Loathe, Kadeem France. Reminiscent of Aphex Twin.Vomit Forth - Salt https://youtu.be/pvq73TsCPL8 new album Terrified of God out now.Slaughter to Prevail - Behelit https://youtu.be/0Cz-GLCQ1I0 AMV flashbacks. Alex isn’t giving up on the melodic vocals. This is such an interesting showcase of his ability to switch between that crazy guttural vocal and his melodics. A little orchestration too.Make them Suffer - Mana God https://youtu.be/V7GGewgpzac Standard Deathcore… nothing terribly new or original. Just groovy.Black Stone Cherry - Out of Pocket feat. Jesse Leach. https://youtu.be/T49KAAynaLg What is the point of having one of the best voices in metal guest on your song if you’re just going to sing over him the whole time? Southern fried hard rock with a taste of Jesse.Ice Nine Kills - Work of Art https://youtu.be/k9TzUxGPbI0?si=QgwtFXqq4ZG5r94w&nbsp; That BREAKDOWN!! HAHA! Not as good as the Silence of the Lambs song.Tours/FestivalsSick New World Festival - 2025 show Has booked Metallica, Linkin Park, Acid Bath, Tomahawk, Glassjaw, Meshuggah, and MORE!&nbsp;https://www.sicknewworldfest.com/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsDecapitated - have parted ways with their current vocalist Rafal “Rasta” Piotrowski. For their set at Damnation Festival’s A Night of Salvation they will be joined by their original vocalist Wojciech “Sauron” Wasowicz and the replacement of Rasta Eemeli Bodde.https://blabbermouth.net/news/decapitated-parts-ways-with-singer-rasta-announces-replacement&nbsp;Ice Nine Kills - Drummer Patrick Galante has quit the band. Seemingly on good terms. No comment yet from the band, just from Galante. Who reassured fans that he will continue to make music and play live. Mike Cortada new drummerhttps://metalinjection.net/news/ice-nine-kills-drummer-patrick-galante-quits-the-band&nbsp;Randy Blythe - Randy is auctioning off a picture of Glen Danzig to raise money for hurricane Helene and Milton victims. The photo was taken by Blythe in 2014 when Danzig briefly reunited with Samhain. All proceeds go to PLUS1's Rapid Relief Fund, which according to the auction supports organizations addressing the immediate needs of those affected by catastrophic natural disasters, conflict, and humanitarian crises across the globe.https://www.propeller.la/events/31481/31485/31484&nbsp;SuggestsSuspiria - Goblin1977 METAL… adjacent kinda. Stand out track: The first/Title trackGaming/TechTrailersTerrifier: The ARTcade Game - https://youtu.be/VlzFWnhudOU?si=gMDyhyw5AILm37wY retro beat em up out in 2025 on all major platforms.Hawthorn - Redwall meets Skyrim. https://youtu.be/ydYPq_x0u2I from Near Studio. Made of alums from Bethesda, Naughty Dog, and BioWare.Reg ‘ol NewsAvatar: The Last Airbender - Saber Interactive is working in conjunction with Avatar Studios to bring a new game to the franchise. An action RPG set thousands of years before the original anime.https://boundingintocomics.com/video-games/video-game-news/nearly-two-decades-later-avatar-the-last-airbender-is-getting-a-video-game-worthy-of-its-name-by-saber-interactive/&nbsp;Youtube - Updating their player for mobile and TV apps. Mostly insignificant touch ups. Granular playback speed.(now 0.05 increments from 0.25). Collaborative playlists via QR code or link.https://youtu.be/GEw6eXcxodw&nbsp;SuggestsMax Payne - Break out that PS2 or OG Xbox and play through hell. Not a traditional Halloween suggestion, but the hallucination level is nightmare fuel.Comic Books/BooksTrailersDC All In - https://youtu.be/AWGAeV4IbvU?si=Jj8JH8-bXuQ6abkw Perhaps to sort out some confusion on their branding between Absolute and All In.Power Rangers Prime - https://youtu.be/YEyNt2R7SuA Written by Darkest Hour writer Melissa Flores, art from Michael YG.&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsTMNT - Juan Ferreyra will be joining Jason Aaron starting in issue 6 for the current run. These previews are beautiful! Jan 29 2025https://comicbook.com/comics/news/idw-teenage-mutant-ninja-turtles-juan-ferreyra-new-artist-jason-aaron/&nbsp;DC GO! - Officially launching on Nov 20th. It is an imprint on the DC Universe Infinite app. Set to be a line of both original content AND re-formatted stories from the DC and MAD back catalogs. The first wave of original DC GO! titles will feature Harley Quinn in Paradise, written by CRC Payne (Batman: Wayne Family Adventures) with artwork by Siobhan Chiffon and Cathy Le (Archie Comics: Big Ethel Energy), Nothing Butt Nightwing by writer Patrick R. Young (Red Hood: Outlaws) and artist Moy R. Marco (West Coast Avengers), and Renaissance of Raven by writer Sina Grace (Superman: The Harvests of Youth) alongside artists Nico Bascuñan (Red Hood: Outlaws), Katherine Lobo (The Vampire Slayer), and Carola Borelli (Avengers Academy: Marvel’s Voices Infinity Comic). Preview chapters of both Harley Quinn in Paradise and Nothing Butt Nightwing are now available to read on DC Universe.https://comicbook.com/dc/news/dc-announces-dc-go-new-webcomics-mobile-devices/&nbsp;Marvel Duos - J. Michael Straczynski is doing a series of 6 on-off books pairing some very unexpected characters. Ghost Rider and Galactus, Agatha Harkness and Aunt May, Rocket and Dr Doom. The books begin January, with a different artist for each book.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-agatha-harkness-spider-man-aunt-may-straczynski-duo-comics/&nbsp;Absolute Superman - Writer Jason Aaron was interviewed by Comicbook.com and is talking out both sides of his neck. In on breath he says that he wants to “get the heart of Superman right.” Even going so far as to name drop Siegel and Shuster. But then he calls the details of how we get to Superman, “not precious.” Then he goes on to talk about how he is changing literally everything about where Superman comes from. In the Absolute universe Kal-el crashes to Earth as something older than a baby. The All-In special scene, Aaron says, isn’t the first time he lands on Earth. But he very specifically DOESN’T say that he will be a baby. “He is absolutely not fully formed as Superman.” This is a new universe, so it isn’t a total affront.November 6th.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/absolute-supermans-jason-aaron-clears-up-all-in-confusion-teases-big-changes-for-the-iconic-character/&nbsp;SuggestsFrom Hell - Alan MooreThe great Alan Moore’s take on Jack the Ripper. Made into a decent horror movie in 2001, but the superior form of this is the comic.Read it on ComixologyTV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsKnight of the Seven Kingdoms - George RR Martin has posted another blog post talking about the NEXT GoT spinoff. From what he has said, it seems that there might be a repeat of HotD season 2. https://georgerrmartin.com/notablog/2024/10/10/a-tourney-at-ashford/&nbsp;Velma - FINALLY DEAD!!Reacher - Renewed for season 4.Lanterns - Aaron Pierre has officially been cast as John Stewart.Next Level - Trailer leaked that reveals Arnold Schwarzenegger, his son Patrick, Keanu Reeves, Kevin Hart and his daughter Heaven, plus a large ensemble of familiar faces. Amazon has been pretty successful at pulling down the leak. Releases December 10.The Office - MORE casting for the Peacock follow-up to the Office. Gbemisola Ikumelo, Alex Edelman, Tim Key and Eric Rahill.&nbsp;The untitled series will feature the same documentary crew that made Dunder Mifflin famous searching for a new subject when they discover a dying, historic Midwestern newspaper and the publisher trying to revive it with volunteer reporters.&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/office-follow-up-peacock-casts-4-actors-1236029739/&nbsp;TrailersAgatha All Along - https://youtu.be/iFcRNEF5uWo Mid Season trailer… they are really pushing this.Invincible - https://youtu.be/djJS79GmsG0 season 3 trailer. Feb 6th.Star Trek: Lower Decks - https://youtu.be/0P_QAox-YQQ?si=PuoyQnA2I5cLvw2g Final season.Walking Dead: Dead City - https://youtu.be/5YfzoiUewpI season 2 2025. Negan gets Lucille back.Reg ‘ol NewsIron Man and his Awesome Friends - Disney is starting a new series aimed at pre-schoolers to get them into comics.https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/iron-man-preschool-series-disney-plus-1236032448/&nbsp;SuggestsWalking Dead - Daryl DixonSeason 1 is on Netflix. Season 2 is happening right now on AMC. This is the BEST successor to the original series. Dead City was good but Daryl is GREAT.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsWild Robot - Killing it in the box office so much they have greenlit a sequel already.Karate Kid - New movie titled Legends set for May 30 of 2025. Ralph Macchio and Jackie Chan are both set to return for this one. https://comicbook.com/movies/news/karate-kid-legends-official-title-revealed/&nbsp;Dogma - Kevin Smith got lucky. Someone ELSE bought the rights to the film from Harvey Weinstein and is now allowing him to tour it in theaters next year. AND it is set for a Blu-Ray re-release as well. No specifics released just yet.TrailersAn Almost Christmas Story - https://youtu.be/y0JQVmUQc4Q New Disney Christmas movie set for release on Nov 15. Based on a true story about an owl that was found in the tree in Rockafeller Center in 2020.Reg ‘ol NewsVoltron - Henry Cavill has ANOTHER nerdy property under his belt. He will starring in the new Voltron live-action movie. Directed by Rawson Marshall Thurber (Red Notice, Skyscraper, Dodgeball etc). No official word on who Cavill will be playing yet, as they seem to be going with younger actors for the main five Lion characters. This also seems to be playing into the Warcraft situation. Word BTS is that Cavill wants to keep it close to the source material, but producers want a deviation.<a…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!Slipknot settlesOasis vows changeNasteratu Risesand then there's the rumor millAnd so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsSlipknot V Joey - Sept 17 saw the attorneys for the Jordison side of the suit file a notice of unconditional settlement with LA County superior court. The terms have not been released. This stems from the ongoing lawsuit filed by the Jordison estate that claimed Slipknot had withheld belongings of Jordison after officially buying out his ownership claim of the band, and dissolving their business ties, previous to the drummers passing in 2021.https://loudwire.com/joey-jordison-estate-settles-lawsuit-slipknot-2024/&nbsp;New Music/VideoMarilyn Manson - Sacrilegious https://youtu.be/2q_pSTNX5ro another new track from the newly announced “One Assassination Under God” record. This is really starting to sound like old school manson again. I really dig it.Tim Pool - Coming Home https://youtu.be/B-3HGkQbiq4?si=7PTmb9w-EqZOIuCA a Rooster for millennials. Featuring Phil Labonte on guitar? But why? Tim’s voice is so uncertain.Asinhell - Impii Hora https://youtu.be/6m31GJmsdbg Michael Poulson’s (Volbeat) OTHER band put out a new single. I really dig their brand of death metal. Just good all over i think. The riffs are chunky and fast, the vocals are rough, the drums are SOLID! And that BASS TONE!Die Antwoord - Pokemon https://youtu.be/nZ0ypBI_ppo The more I hear from this new record they are more EDM and less… whatever they were. Not bad though, just different than you might be expecting.Caliban - Echoes https://youtu.be/IE-gVWWx-mo Haven’t heard from these guys in a while. This is about what I expected.The Cure - Alone https://youtu.be/sx9SVAtMkJM 3 minute intro into exactly what you want from a new Cure song.Lady Gaga - Joker https://youtu.be/t-pJst1ASuY Gaga is talented. But this is over indulgent. Harlequin album a companion to the new Joker movie.Tours/FestivalsOasis - NA 2025 tour dates announced with Cage the Elephant. Aug 24, 28, 31 and Sept 6, 12. The band has said they would NOT be using Dynamic ticket pricing.Milwaukee Metalfest - Down, Dillinger Escape Plan, Exodus, Speed, Nekrogoblikon, all on the bill for 2025. May 18-18.https://therave.com/metalfest&nbsp;Kerry King - Support from Municipal Waste and Alien Weaponry set to launch in San Francisco on January 15, 2025, and wrap at House of Blues in Las Vegas on February 22. Presale open now.https://blabbermouth.net/news/kerry-king-announces-first-ever-solo-headlining-tour-with-municipal-waste-and-alien-weaponry&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsShell Shock Controversy - Evergreen Terrace, that pulled out of a festival because Kyle Rittenhouse was appearing. The festival, Shell Shock, is a charity event that benefits the C.A.T. II Foundation, which is run by First Responder’s Coffee and Cigars. Rittenhouse’s appearance at the festival was controversial because he fatally shot two people and wounded a third during protests in Kenosha, Wisconsin [S3]. He was acquitted of murder in 2021. Evergreen Terrace said that they would not align with an event promoting a “perceived murderer” like Rittenhouse&nbsp;https://loudwire.com/evergreen-terrace-festival-kyle-rittenhouse/&nbsp;Nita Strauss - Working on new upcoming solo record, has voiced a desire to work with none other than Alex Terrible. Says that since they are both on the same label that getting the guest vocal should be “easy-easy.”https://blabbermouth.net/news/nita-strauss-wants-to-collaborate-with-slaughter-to-prevails-alex-terrible-on-her-upcoming-solo-album&nbsp;Pudding Rappers - Just was turned onto this data based website. Their piece from Jan 2019 about the vocabularies of famous rappers is really crazy.https://pudding.cool/projects/vocabulary/&nbsp;Vocal Study - Elizabeth from the Charismatic Voice has started a new study using more than just Will Ramos. This time it will be a PROPER study of harsh vocals using multiple harsh vocalists. https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/tcvresearch/harsh-vocal-research-with-the-charismatic-voice&nbsp;SuggestsMushroomhead - XXa dark industrial metal compilation that will chill you to the bone. Released in 2001, this album features haunting tracks like "Before I Die" and "Solitaire/Unraveling," blending aggressive riffs with atmospheric soundscapes. With its themes of inner turmoil and societal conflict, XX perfectly captures the spirit of the season. If you crave heavy music that evokes dread and catharsis, let the eerie vibes of XX transport you into a captivating, masked world this Halloween!Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsSilent Hill: Townfall - With the Annapurna issues casting doubt on the company’s future, they have made it known via their X account that this will NOT affect the future of the game. Konami and No Code will be there to catch whatever falls. Still no info on WHAT the game is specifically about. https://x.com/A_i/status/1840910801332310489&nbsp;TrailersMario &amp; Luigi: Brothership - https://youtu.be/tffEKtODS4g release on Nov 7.Reg ‘ol NewsDino Crisis - FINALLY coming to the current generation. “At some point before the end of the year” according to an announcement from Playstation, as confirmed by Capcom.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/playstation-ps1-games-psx-ps5-ps4-dino-crisis/&nbsp;PS5 ads - Welcome to the fold Sony fans. Playstation now has ads in the background on the home screen on PS5.SuggestsComic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsSuper Hero Trademark - The U.S. Trademark Office tribunal canceled the trademark after a request by S.J. Richold, the creator of the Super Babies comic book series. The trademark formerly was owned jointly by Marvel and DC. This could be MAJOR for independent comic houses.https://www.firstcomicsnews.com/marvel-and-dc-lose-trademark-for-super-hero/&nbsp;SuggestsBatman: The Long Halloween -&nbsp; dark, suspenseful tale that blends crime noir with Gotham’s eerie underworld. As a mysterious killer named Holiday strikes on major holidays, Batman races to uncover their identity while navigating a deadly web of mobsters and emerging supervillains. With gripping twists and Tim Sale’s moody, atmospheric artwork, this is a must-read for fans of detective stories and Gotham’s darker side. Perfect for the spooky season, The Long Halloween will keep you hooked from the first shadowy page to the last.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsChucky - Series canceled at SyFy/USA after season 3.TrailersLast of Us - Season 2 trailer https://youtu.be/BOsAJ7oe2QE Katherine O’Hara! 2025Secret Level - Unreal Tournament Teaser https://youtu.be/0T28j36azQA?si=ekFFu1k2g2mLn0JE That is definitely more than I knew about the lore previously.Reg ‘ol NewsThe Simpsons - DIDN’T END! For those who tuned in late, and/or only watch a few moments of Sunday’s episode it was NOT in fact the end of the longest running series on TV. It was season 36’s opening episode.https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/the-simpsons-series-finale-last-episode-season-36-premiere-1236159517/&nbsp;Hysteria - New series on Peacock starring Bruce effing Campbell. Focused on a high school metal band. Also to be aired on SYFY and USA.https://cosmicbook.news/bruce-campbell-hysteria-trailer&nbsp;Robocop - New series to be produced by James Wan for MGM Studios. Peter Ocko to be showrunner.https://deadline.com/2024/09/chucky-canceled-syfy-usa-no-season-4-don-mancini-reaction-1236102192/&nbsp;Max X U-Next - One of Japan’s biggest anime streamers just struck a deal with Max for American distribution.&nbsp;https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/news/general-news/wbd-max-rollout-australia-sea-asian-markets-1236011401/&nbsp;Vox Machina - Seasons 1 and 2 are now free on YouTube as we get ready for season 3 this fall.&nbsp;https://www.youtube.com/@PrimeVideo&nbsp;SuggestsThe Penguin - If you aren’t watching this you are missing out. STREAMING ON MAXMoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsHellboy: The Crooked Man - No theatrical release? Supposed to release on Sept 27. Apparently released in the UK but straight to home video in the US. Oct 8th to be specific.https://comicbook.com/movies/news/hellboy-the-crooked-man-us-release-date-revealed-vod/&nbsp;Winnie the Pooh: Blood and Honey 2 - Available on Peacock as of Oct 1.TrailersNosferatu - https://youtu.be/nulvWqYUM8k Christmas Day… YES!!!Ballerina - https://youtu.be/hID0CkzcSkk the John Wick spinoff finally has a trailer. Ana De ArmasReg ‘ol NewsKris Kristofferson - Passed away at 88.Maggie Smith - The Harry Potter actress passed away at 89. (professor McGonagall)Daniel Day-Lewis - The enigmatic actor has come out of his retirement to be in his son’s directorial debut “Anemone.” Day-Lewis also co-wrote the movie with his son, Ronan.https://variety.com/2024/film/news/daniel-day-lewis-ends-retirement-acting-new-film-1236161489/SuggestsTrick r Treat - This underrated gem masterfully intertwines multiple chilling stories, each revolving around the dark and twisted traditions of the holiday. It strikes a balance between creepy and fun, with a blend of suspense, eerie atmosphere, and dark humor, all while capturing the nostalgic spirit of Halloween night. From vengeful spirits to the mysterious and iconic Sam, the film delivers clever twists and unsettling thrills without relying on cheap jump scares. It’s the ultimate celebration of Halloween’s macabre magic—perfect for anyone craving a fun yet frightful watch.STREAMING ON MAXRumor MillConfirmations/RefutationsCONFIRM: Green Lantern - Kyle Chandler IS in fact playing Hal Jordan.New RumorsBane V Deathstroke - An unexpected movie is reportedly in development under James Gunn’s DC Studios, though the DCU inclusion is not clear.. Said to be in development from Matthew Orton (Moon Knight [w] and Captain America: Brave New World [w]). Maybe we will finally get Bautista as Bane after all.Blade - Jeymes Samuel NOT Jordan Peele is now rumored to be directing. And Feige has approved a script from Eric Pearson.Green Lantern - Aaron Pierre and Stephen James new rumors for John Stewart. Pierre in Rebel Ridge, the voice of the young Mufasa in the new movie, and Dev-em in the Krypton series. James has no real nerdy movie cred, mostly just political things.Superman - James Gunn’s new movie claims that Alan Tudyk has a secret role. Could he be voicing Brainiac? Has already been cast in Creature Commandos as the voice of Dr Phosphorus.Spider-Man 4 - New female lead? Zendaya out? To be noted, the same “leak” claims that…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!Jane's Addiction BATTLES on stage.Elon and Rage Against the Machine fight on the internet.Francis Ford Coppola sues Variety.More Neal Gaiman fallout.And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsNew Music/VideoAs I Lay Dying - We Are the Dead feat. Alex terrible and Tom Barber https://youtu.be/Z0SA-1rXdw0?si=VkIlMkz_rOV_o1gt&nbsp; Barber formerly of Lorna Shore, currently of Chelsea Grin. THIS is new AILD!! I don’t know if they stepped it up for the guest spots, but whatever they did KEEP IT UP.Whitechapel - A Visceral Retch https://youtu.be/UzsX5pjZggo?si=kgdw9YVhePBRgVfM&nbsp; I once heard someone say that new Whitechapel material “isn’t as heavy” as it used to be… well, this proves them to be silly people.Mastodon V Lamb of God - Floods of Triton https://youtu.be/9glOHT7V2d0?si=C101lgbfQGlHVgZA 2 Heavy hitters in the metal world come together to give us a fairly mid new track. Still good, but is it really up to the standards of EITHER band? Cool vocal stuff too.Dead Icarus - Bearing Burdens and Saving Skin https://youtu.be/hGJbi0nMcRc?si=OSGvIM4cclmu0oJp Summed up by the top comment “Dead Icarus is PEAK Alex…” I couldn’t agree more. The mix on this one is a little muddy. But the actual music is KILLER.A Killer's Confession - Voices ( Featuring Aaron Nordstrom) https://youtu.be/m6FR4Ioggmg Finally listening to new Waylon stuff… Not really a MRH sound to it, but that isn’t a bad thing. A little butt-rocky though. DEF showing his Nu-Metal roots.Silly Goose - Bad Behavior https://youtu.be/fIlKlsFLDuU to start i dig the punk DIY style. NU METAL??? Not bad, but unexpected.Neon Nightmare - She’s Drowning https://youtu.be/teE_1veQ8-0 MORE! I NEED MORE! That bassline is fantastic!Nytt Land - The Lame Rogue https://youtu.be/sW7w_Ri1JEU More story telling than previously assumed. Still has an essence of “If not for Heilung…”LL COOL J - Murdergram Deux ft. Eminem https://youtu.be/50Tl8E0Vvms THIS is a jam. Been a long time since i have dug an LL song.Bleeding Through - Dead But So Alive https://youtu.be/JgR2W_ps1Wc Brandon Schieppati crawled so that Alex Terrible could run. And now it seems that is coming full circle. Really cool to see Marta’s vocals shine.Poppy - They’re All Around You https://youtu.be/EiG82CSq948 WTF even is this? Is Poppy becoming a metal act?August Burns Red - Exhumed https://youtu.be/iqfh8n24qT4 meh…Tours/FestivalsJane’s Addiction - Canceling the remainder of their current tour because Perry Ferrell picked a fight with Dave Novarro over sound issues?Deftones - with the Mars Volta and Fleshwater. Starts Feb 25 in Portland OR, runs through Apr 8 in Boston MA.https://www.deftones.com&nbsp;Bullet for my Valentine / Trivium - Poisoned Ascendancy Tour. NA dates start Mar 30 2025 in Vancouver BC and runs through May 18 in Raleigh NC. Support from August Burns Red, Sylosis, and Bleed From Within. 20th anniversary for both “The Poison” form BFMV and “Ascendancy” from Trivium.https://www.trivium.org/tour&nbsp;Primus - Sessanta V2.0 Puscifer and A Perfect Circle. What was once a celebration of Maynard’s 60th birthday is returning to bring this weird line-up back together. Starts Apr 24 in Palm Springs CA, and runs through June 7 Auburn WA.www.tour.puscifer.com&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsIce Nine Kills - To provide the next Terrifier movie with its opening song in “A Work Of Art.” Oct 11 in theaters. https://youtu.be/NNLO2gjHBL0&nbsp;Dead Icarus - FINALLY announces debut album “Zealot.” Out Oct 31 via MNRK Heavy.Elon VS RATM - Sign of the times. Elon asks “Why are so many people raging FOR the machine?” and Tom Morello’s only response is to mock Elon for looking oddly like the cover image from Evil Empire. “Funny cuz Elon was the kid on the cover of Evil Empire”**honorable mention**Dave GrohlThe Sword to release live album “Live at Levitation Live” after the show on Nov 3.SuggestsSmashing Pumpkins Mellon Collie and the Infinite Sadness - Billy Corgan’s “The Wall” is a perfect soundtrack to spooky season. Produced by Alan Moulder and Flood with Billy Corgan. STAND OUT TRACKS: Tonight, Tonight - 1979 - Zero - An Ode To No OneGaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsMarvel VS Capcom Fighting Collection - Physical release in NA on Switch will be a proper game cartridge, and not a download code in a box. The EU release will be different for some reason.https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/marvel-vs-capcom-fighting-collection-physical-release-good-news-nintendo-switch/&nbsp;Nintendo Switch - Holiday bundles will be Mario Kart 8 again…&nbsp;Gamestop - Closing ANOTHER chunk of stores. 650? Due to a 30% fall in sales from last year. https://boundingintocomics.com/2024/09/13/in-response-to-falling-sales-gamestop-announces-plan-to-close-a-larger-number-of-stores-than-we-have-closed-in-the-past-few-years/&nbsp;TrailersSteam Families - https://youtu.be/b248W74jcFc?si=euWBrHJPsLrEQzAd Seems like a good update for PC gamersStarfield: Shattered Space - To take place only on 1 planet for the expansion, which will make the experience a bit more detailed and handcrafted. https://youtu.be/Br8_YASkfb8?si=Efv9yKt4QOOYkAZY&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsThe Crew 2 - Ubisoft announced offline modes for The Crew 2 and The Crew Motorfest following the EU’s "Stop Killing Games" petition, which protests publishers rendering games unplayable by disabling servers. Ubisoft made the announcement during The Crew showcase, likely in response to this petition, which aims to preserve long-term access to games. This move ensures both titles will remain functional even if servers are taken offline, addressing concerns about game accessibility. The petition seeks to gather a million signatures by 2025.https://boundingintocomics.com/2024/09/12/in-apparent-response-to-eu-stop-killing-games-petition-ubisoft-announces-offline-modes-for-the-crew-2-the-crew-motorfest/&nbsp;Microsoft - 650 more jobs lost. This time it appears to be upper management types dealing with the Activision merger.https://www.theverge.com/2024/9/12/24242695/microsoft-xbox-layoffs-650-employees&nbsp;Tony Hawk - In talks with Activision again. To what end remains to be seen. https://youtu.be/CIEpU0EF0XI?si=2I3hmhGjek1NzCDN&nbsp;PS6 - Development has begun for the next generation of Sony consoles. Though it is still likely a few years out, signs are pointing to a focus on Backward Compatibility.https://www.reuters.com/technology/how-intel-lost-sony-playstation-business-2024-09-16/&nbsp;SuggestsComic Books/BooksTrailersThe Horseman - https://youtu.be/yNp5yC6GioE?si=5xdnEq8IXKoPXArS Technically a trailer for the animated series that will be behind the Rippaverse paywall. Written by Chuck Dixon and art by Joe Bennett. Based on the comic by the same team.Reg ‘ol NewsThe Horseman - The Rippaverse has launched a new series, The Horseman, written by Chuck Dixon with art by Joe Bennett. The story follows Hector Caballero, a former military operative turned vigilante, who returns to his hometown to combat its criminal underworld. The series promises intense, mature storytelling, focusing on street-level justice similar to Batman or The Punisher. It features collaborations from Rippaverse veterans and offers several variant covers for the first issue.https://boundingintocomics.com/2024/09/12/rippaverse-takes-on-the-criminal-underworld-in-new-series-the-horseman-from-writer-chuck-dixon-and-artist-joe-bennett-first-issue-now-available/&nbsp;Walk of Fame - Batman is getting a square on Grauman’s walk of fame, right next to Adam West and Bob Kane.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/batman-hollywood-walk-of-fame-star-2024-dc-jim-lee-signing-funko/&nbsp;Civil War - The upcoming X-Men crossover event, Raid on Graymalkin, will unfold across several issues, beginning in December 2024. Written by Jed MacKay and Gail Simone, the story features two distinct X-Men teams—one led by Cyclops in Alaska and the other by Rogue in Louisiana. Both groups launch a mission to raid Graymalkin Prison, formerly Xavier’s School for Gifted Youngsters, to rescue a captive Professor X. The prison, now run by a new villain, Dr. Corina Ellis, specializes in capturing and reprogramming mutants.The event will explore deep ideological conflicts between Cyclops and Rogue's teams, leading to confrontations that question the legacy of Charles Xavier and the future of the X-Men. The storyline promises to have lasting repercussions on the mutant community, with emotionally charged battles and complex character dynamics. The event will span four issues: X-Men #8 and #9, and Uncanny X-Men #7 and #8https://www.firstcomicsnews.com/its-x-man-vs-x-man-for-the-future-of-professor-xs-dream-in-new-raid-on-graymalkin-crossover/&nbsp;Grant Morrison - The famed comic writer is returning to the artform in an Image project. No specific details as to which new Image project.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/image-teases-grant-morrisons-return-to-comics/&nbsp;Hellhunters - a new comic miniseries that teams up Ghost Rider and Wolverine in a World War II setting. It features Sergeant Sal Romero, who transforms into Ghost Rider '44 after encountering a young Nazi officer, Felix Bruckner, possessed by a demonic force. The series, penned by Phillip Kennedy Johnson and drawn by Adam Gorham, brings together a brutal team of soldiers, the "Hellhunters," tasked with fighting Nazis and supernatural threats. The comic blends horror, action, and superhero elements in a gritty WWII narrative.This five-issue miniseries begins on December 15, 2024https://www.comicsbeat.com/ghost-rider-44-hellhunters-miniseries-announced/&nbsp;SuggestsThe Invisibles - This is Morrison's magnum opus of counterculture, conspiracy theories, and magic. Spanning several volumes, The Invisibles explores rebellion, anarchy, and the metaphysical. It's a dense, psychedelic narrative often seen as a precursor to the modern "mind-bending" comic book genre.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsDead Boy Detectives - Canceled by Netflix. This is also due to the Neil Gaiman situation.TrailersThe Penguin - https://twitter.com/TheBatmanFilm_/status/1834613568177684690 so far the critics are liking it. The audience score will be released once the series is released on Thursday the 19th.Dexter: Original Sin - https://youtu.be/f_Q936R8Hwk prequel series on Paramount+ and Showtime. Michael C Hall returns, this time as the inner monologue for the younger version of himself. Patrick Gibson, Christian Slater, Patrick Dempsey, Molly…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!Linkin Park takes up WAY too much of this episode.Donald Trump is being sued by The White Stripes.Amazon teams with Anthropic AIJunji Ito's EPIC horror manga is turning into an Anime.Minecraft trailer drops.And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsLinkin Park - With the issues last week’s episode had i probably could have added an addendum to it. The band not only announced a new vocalist, Emily Armstrong, but also new drummer, Colin Brittan, PLUS a new record, From Zero, and a new tour.New Music/VideoSpiritbox - Soft Spine https://youtu.be/tiIjetn31VA Another heavy banger!!Filter - Burn Out The Sun https://youtu.be/3vbDbTqiJoM Filter’s version of Radio Rock works. Really good songwriting.Shallow Rising - Remorse Code https://youtu.be/8Shy17_Shto Chris Adler’s NEW band. DEFINITELY different from LoG. But better?Opeth - Paragraph 3 https://youtu.be/7Ph5o3xpJ_8 This record is going to be great.Vígundr - Grógaldr&nbsp; &nbsp;https://youtu.be/BX5jRQAYfq4 another Heilung clone… this one seems much better.Entheos - A Thousand Days https://youtu.be/rttDAatSAIc much more blasty than their last outing… it will grow on you.Linkin Park - The Emptiness Machine https://youtu.be/SRXH9AbT280 Feels very Meteora. Those lyrics just CUT though.Memphis May Fire - Infection https://youtu.be/W87MonbrKnU Mostly bland with an ok breakdown that falls short.Jinjer - Rogue https://youtu.be/9Uaecbh8ta0?si=WBdQbMC-d7RBWafr definitely still one of the best in metal right now.Billy Morrison, Corey Taylor, Steve Vai - Incite The Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5AjEYcYsiyo Not terrible, but not super noteworthy either.Tours/FestivalsHeart - Royal Flush 2025. These are the rescheduled dates that had been previously postponed for Ann Wilson’s cancer treatments. Previous tickets will be honored. Feb 28 in Las Vegas through Apr 5 in Quebec. https://www.heart-music.com&nbsp;Linkin Park - 6 dates, tickets are all sold out. Sept 11, 16, 22, 24, 28, Nov 11.Unto Others - DROPPED from the WASP tour. The reason given by WASP being that Unto Others never provided a marketing plan. Which the band disputes.Childish Gambino - Speaking of postponed tours. Donald Glover’s music project is postponing the remaining dates on his current tour so he can focus on his physical health “for a few weeks.” All tickets will be honored once the remaining dates are rescheduled.https://variety.com/2024/music/news/donald-glover-postpones-childish-gambino-farewell-tour-physical-health-1236138459/&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsJack White V Trump - Jack and Meg White are suing Donald Trump’s campaign over the usage of their song Seven Nation Army. The suit seemingly stemming from a threat from White in late August over the usage of the song in a video on X. The threat involved long debunked story about Trump calling veterans names at Arlington cemetery. White resorting to calling Trump “DonOLD” even.https://variety.com/2024/music/news/jack-white-sues-donald-trump-unauthorized-use-of-music-1236138745/&nbsp;Superbowl - Football season just started and we already know who is going to perform at the halftime show. Kendrick Lamar.https://variety.com/2024/music/news/super-bowl-2025-halftime-performer-1236136777/&nbsp;SuggestsThe Crow Soundtrack - The soundtrack to the superhero film The Crow was released in 1994.Gaming/TechTrailersMortal Kombat 1 - Noob Saibot trailer… or just teaser?Reg ‘ol NewsAmazon's Alexa - New voice assistant will use Claude AI from Anthropic, not Amazon's Titan models.YouTube AI developments - Developing AI detection tools for music and faces. Working on creator controls for AI trainingDestiny 2 - Bungie's new roadmap for Destiny 2 outlines major changes, including two expansions annually instead of one. These expansions will feature more non-linear campaign formats and gameplay styles, like roguelikes and survival shooters. Alongside expansions, four free major updates per year will introduce activities, events, and rewards. The first expansion, codenamed Apollo, launches in Summer 2025 and will follow a non-linear story approach. The current expansion, The Final Shape, was delayed due to recent studio layoffs.https://www.engadget.com/gaming/heres-bungies-roadmap-for-destiny-2-163138384.html&nbsp;SuggestsMK1 - one last chance before everything changes in Khaos Reigns.Comic Books/BooksFollow-ups/CorrectionsElseworlds - with the return of the imprint for DC with new stories, the classics are getting fresh printings. https://comicbook.com/comics/news/dc-elseworlds-superman-batman-comics-volumes-trade-paperbacks/#1&nbsp;TrailersIron Man - https://youtu.be/ccBQ9WfR2kU on shelves in October. Written by Spencer Ackerman. Art from Julius Ohta. That SWORD tho!!Exceptional X-Men - https://youtu.be/ws6aj2muRmo W- Eve L Ewing, A- Carmen Carnero. On sale now.Reg ‘ol NewsComics For Dummies - The “For Dummies” series of books is now attempting to tackle comic books. Written by&nbsp; Troy Brownfield. The series will feature books on The Fantastic Four, Spider-Man, a general Marvel related book, and Captain America. The latter 2 to start things off.https://www.gamesradar.com/comics/marvel-comics/marvel-for-dummies-book-announcement/&nbsp;SuggestsThe Crow - a haunting tale of love, loss, and revenge. Eric Draven, brutally murdered alongside his fiancée, is resurrected by a supernatural crow to avenge their deaths. James O’Barr’s gothic comic blends dark, visceral artwork with a deeply emotional story, perfect for fans of tragic antiheroes and supernatural horror. With its moody atmosphere and powerful themes, The Crow is a must-read for anyone craving a chilling, emotional ride this spooky season. 1989, Caliber Comics.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsGood Omens - Neil Gaiman series suspends production on the final season due to the allegations against its creator. https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/good-omens-halts-production-neil-gaiman-allegations-1236138923/&nbsp;Creature Commandos - Dec 5.TrailersHigh Potential - Sept 17 https://youtu.be/2ml5VsUElEM Kaitlin Olsen finally playing a different character other than Sweet D? Could be cool.Arcane - Season 2 Nov https://youtu.be/hsffPST-x1k&nbsp;Uzamaki - https://youtu.be/2ivmweJQaco Sept 28 on Adult Swim, next day on MAXReg ‘ol NewsTonight Show - NBC to pull back on their staple late-night show. Fridays will now be reruns. Just the most recent move in a line of similar cuts. Seth Meyers band got cut, and the other networks late night shows have all already made this move in recent years. And the media thinks it is simply due to streaming competition.https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/tonight-show-jimmy-fallon-four-nights-per-week-nbc-1236135343/&nbsp;South Park - Set to return in 2025. Purposefully skipping the election. Also waiting for Paramount to figure their future.https://variety.com/2024/tv/news/south-park-2025-return-skipping-presidential-election-1236131691/&nbsp;SuggestsFrom - Done it a few times before, but to kick off spooky season AND to catch up before season 3 starts, do it THIS WEEK!MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsHorizon - Second movie’s theatrical release get scrapped after the first movie loses almost $90M. Costner still dedicated to releasing all 4 parts. https://variety.com/2024/film/festivals/kevin-costner-horizon-2-scrapped-theatrical-release-reaction-to-box-office-not-overwhelming-success-1236133084/&nbsp;TrailersWolf Man - https://youtu.be/ZZ2xPwXJpLM Leigh Whannell directed Invisible Man. Starring Christopher Abbott and Julia Garner. January 2025The Apprentice - https://youtu.be/0tXEN0WNJUg Oct 11Minecraft - https://youtu.be/PE2YZhcC4NY good lord what is this?Megalopolis https://youtu.be/pq6mvHZU0fc?si=ngRYWS5jMHVzMAgK The REAL trailer for Francis Ford Copolla’s star-studded epic.Reg ‘ol NewsJames Earl Jones - Passed at 93.&nbsp;SuggestsBeetlejuice Beetlejuice - a 2024 American dark fantasy comedy horror film directed by Tim Burton from a screenplay by Alfred Gough and Miles Millar. A sequel to Beetlejuice (1988) and the second film of the Beetlejuice franchise, the film stars Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, and Catherine O'Hara reprising their roles alongside new cast members Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci, Jenna Ortega, and Willem Dafoe.Rumor MillNew SourcesSilver Surfer - Special presentation on Disney+.Wolverine - Henry Cavill is ONCE AGAIN being rumored for the Wolverine moving forward. “Cooking” posts on his socials.New RumorsWakanda - Live-action series supposedly in pre-development.Man-Thing - Special Presentation on Disney+Blade - Director found? Chad Stahleski (John Wick)?Green Lantern - Matthew McConaughey and Ewan McGregor now rumored to have been cast. McGregor said to be up for John Stewart, McConaughey too. So obviously not along side Brolin.Final Fantasy - The OTHER games said to be coming to Xbox (aside from MMO XIV) are VII remake, XVI, and the Pixel Remasters.Venom: Last Dance - Knull to make an appearance. Secret Wars appearance for Tom Hardy.You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!Ticketmaster is evilElon Musk is divisiveGeorge RR Martin admits there are issues with season 2 of HotDNew Fantastic Four rumor might mean previous leaks were off just a bit.And so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsLinkin Park - NOTHING! The world was trolled. Now there was a second timer that stopped on 9:05. The band sent invites to their fanclub for a mystery event in LA on the 5th of sept.Oasis - Ticketmaster gunna ticketmaster… The dynamic pricing hits again. This time the UK government is going to investigate after Oasis tickets skyrocketed nearly 3 times their face value.https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/the-uk-government-will-investigate-ticketmasters-dynamic-pricing-model-after-oasis-chaos-195446622.html&nbsp;New Music/VideoBlessthefall - Drag Me Under&nbsp; https://youtu.be/F53sP7JrfeU Still scene nonsense… but slightly more listenable in their older age. Almost trying for like a bro-core kind of sound/aesthetic.The Dead Dasies - I Wanna Be Your Bitch https://youtu.be/W20wHP6yV88 revival rock garbage. Let Buck Cherry cover this ground…Life of Agony - The Crow https://youtu.be/9lxhiCkFjGo tribute to Brandon Lee. Feels really contrived.AI video?Shadow of Intent - Flying the Black Flag https://youtu.be/GRBOrXvRiSc DAMN these kids just destroy it!!Tours/FestivalsPunk in the Park - Offspring and Pennywise headline. Featuring heavy hitters like Streetlight Manifesto, Voodoo Glow Skulls, and more. Nov 16 in San Diego. GA tickets start at $69.http://www.punkinthepark.com/&nbsp;TSO - 2024 tour announced. As usual, 2 touring companies so LOTS of dates, with matinee and dinner shows.http://www.trans-siberian.com/&nbsp;Escuela Grind - Bodybox, Wisdom and War, for support. Dreams on Algorithms tour. Starts Oct 8, in Omaha NE, through Oct 27 in Montreal.https://escuelagrind.ffm.to/dreamsonalgorithms&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsDevildriver - Long time guitarist Mike Spreitzer has announced his departure from the band. His plan it would seem is to focus on his solo work with Verona on Venus. His public statement seems to vaguely imply that with Dez splitting his focus between Devildriver and Coal Chamber it was affecting his “full time” musician status.https://blabbermouth.net/news/longtime-devildriver-guitarist-mike-spreitzer-announces-his-departure-i-have-decided-it-is-time-to-go-my-own-way&nbsp;Skillet - in response to Foo Fighters claiming they never allowed the use of their music to Donald Trump and RFK Jr, John Cooper, bass and vocals for Skillet, has come out and made it known that any candidate can use Skillet music as they wish. “I believe in America over party.”https://blabbermouth.net/news/john-cooper-doesnt-care-who-uses-skillets-music-at-political-rallies-i-believe-in-america-over-party&nbsp;Atreyu - New album “The Pronoia Sessions” is a collection of re-imagined acoustic songs from their back catalog. They have released the re-imagined version of “Becoming the Bull” as the first single.https://blabbermouth.net/news/atreyu-shares-becoming-the-bull-from-album-of-reimagined-greatest-hits-the-pronoia-sessions&nbsp;https://youtu.be/lhCHXvpXC7c&nbsp;https://youtu.be/g88kL0znPyA&nbsp;The Cure - Set to release the first new songs since 2008. “And Nothing is Forever” and “I Can Never Say Goodbye” have been songs on their live setlist for some time, but now they are finally releasing recordings of them for the first time. Novembre: Live in France 2022, Due for Oct 1 release.Oni - Jared Dines is joining the metal band full time. After having stepped in for touring purposes for the last 6 months Dines announced on his IG that he is joining the band for good. ALSO announcing SION 2 with Howard Jones in the works, and the next season of his reality show Musician Mansion.https://metalinjection.net/news/jared-dines-joins-oni-full-time&nbsp;SuggestsThomas Hogue - Master of Puppets Deathmetal https://youtu.be/uCPH9csQ6Bo?si=lH7U-swNI8ghpMS2&nbsp;Mac Glocky - Bad Guy by Chevelle https://youtu.be/oaLFmTwZLbs?si=EIOIr4SBQ9SooQhI&nbsp;Gaming/TechFollow-ups/CorrectionsFallout 76 - Balance path notes. Fire and Poison will now do DoT. Which has larger implementation issues that needed to be tackled for this update. https://comicbook.com/gaming/news/fallout-76-milestone-zero-update-patch-notes/&nbsp;Marvel VS Capcom Fighting Collection - now coming to Xbox… sometime next year. Capcom Fighting Collection 2 as well.Reg ‘ol NewsConcord - The playstation and PC hero shooter will be shutting down this Friday after only 2 weeks. All players who paid for the game will get a full refund. Peak concurrent Steam players was 697.https://variety.com/2024/digital/news/playstation-shuts-down-concord-refund-players-1236128208/&nbsp;X vs Brazil - in case you haven’t heard; a judge on Brazil’s supreme court has banned Elon Musk’s social platform in that country. Even going so far as to put a nearly $9,000 fine PER DAY that any citizen uses a VPN to access it. As a means of fully enacting the ban, Brazil then went after Starlink, and froze their assets in that country. Starlink has since filed suit with the courts, but while that is tied up in the courts, Starlink has agreed to comply with the Judges wishes, at least for now, and restrict access to X.https://www.engadget.com/big-tech/elon-musks-starlink-will-comply-with-the-brazil-x-ban-after-all-181144471.html&nbsp;X TV App - Speaking of X. They have announced a new TV app is currently in Beta on a select few app stores (Amazon fire TV, Google TV, LG Panel). With plans to not only roll it out in other stores soon, but also to implement a new video tab in the existing app.https://x.com/XEng/status/1831094846540668986&nbsp;Instagram - Stories are now getting comments. They are toggleable, and anyone can see them, but only mutuals can actually leave comments on the short lived stories.https://www.engadget.com/social-media/instagram-stories-are-getting-comments-183051677.html&nbsp;Gamestop - The gaming retail chain is making a bit of a change in certain markets. With the industry trying HARD to push all digital, some locations will begin stocking previous generations of consoles, discs, and even cartridges, for classic PSX, Nintendo, Sega, and Xbox platforms.https://www.engadget.com/gaming/gamestop-pivots-to-retro-gaming-at-select-locations-180704406.html&nbsp;https://www.gamestop.com/retro-store-locator&nbsp;Astrobot - Launches this friday, but the game has leaked in full already.Xdefiant - Well it seems the hype has died. The game reportedly struggles to maintain 20K players across platforms, and if those numbers don’t improve by the end of season 3 Ubisoft is threatening to pull support.https://insider-gaming.com/xdefiant-player-numbers-2/&nbsp;SuggestsFallout 76 - New balance patch, and still on Game Pass, so why not?Comic Books/BooksReg ‘ol NewsUltimates - Issue 4 previews just dropped and they show that the origin of Dr. Doom in the new Ultimates universe is that he is a variant of Reed, and this arc is going to try and get his 616 life back. The Ultimates #4 Writer: Deniz Camp Artist: Phil Noto Letterer: Travis Lanhamhttps://comicbook.com/comics/news/marvel-teases-doctor-dooms-origin-in-the-ultimates-preview/&nbsp;SuggestsUltimate X-Men is a superhero comic book series, which was published by Marvel Comics, from 2001 to 2009. The series is a modernized re-imagining of Marvel's long-running X-Men comic book franchise as part of the Ultimate Marvel imprint.[1] The Ultimate X-Men exist alongside other revamped Marvel characters in Ultimate Marvel titles including Ultimate Spider-Man, Ultimate Fantastic Four and The Ultimates.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsSuperman &amp; Lois - Final season changes. Moved from Tuesday nights to Monday nights (was supposed to go to Thursdays), and is being moved up by 10 days from the 17th to the 7th of Oct. Seemingly due to “game night” (scrabble and trivial pursuit) changes on CW. https://cosmicbook.news/superman-lois-finale-season-premiering-earlier-new-night&nbsp;Walking Dead: Darryl Dixon - Season 3 has already begun production in Spain. So it should be only a year between seasons instead of 2. https://bleedingfool.com/movies-tv-film/season-3-of-walking-dead-daryl-dixon-begins-production-in-spain/&nbsp;TrailersAgatha All Along - https://youtu.be/VpyzRNzLwAs Sept 18 on Disney+.Yellowstone - Season 5 part 2 Nov 10 https://youtu.be/6PXuYlrORpc&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsOne Tree Hill - Reboot series in the works at Netflix. No word on exact format (i.e. Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life VS Traditional).https://www.hollywoodreporter.com/tv/tv-news/one-tree-hill-sequel-netflix-sophia-bush-hilarie-burton-morgan-1235988148/&nbsp;George RR Martin - The Game of Thrones author is admitting that things have “gone wrong” with House of the Dragon. On his blog, he called out a couple minor issues (i.e. using the wrong sigil for house Targaryon) but he also acknowledged the fact that season 2 ends in basically the same spot as season 1.SuggestsBeetlejuice: The Animated Series - animated television series that ran from September 9, 1989, to October 26, 1991, on ABC, and on Fox from September 9 to December 6, 1991.Loosely based on the 1988 film of the same name, it was developed by its director, Tim Burton, who also served as an executive producer. The series follows Lydia Deetz and her friend Beetlejuice and their adventures in the "mortal world" and the Neitherworld, a supernatural realm inhabited by various monsters. Danny Elfman, who composed the theme for the film, also arranged it for the series.MoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsRunning Man - Set to begin filming in November. Starring Glen Powell. Said to be a more faithful retelling of the Stephen King novel, where the Schwarzennegger version was a dramatic departure. https://cosmicbook.news/running-man-reboot-now-filming-with-glen-powell&nbsp;Nobody 2 - Bob Odenkirk’s John Wick everyman movie is now filming the sequel. https://cosmicbook.news/nobody-2-filming-bob-odenkirk-set-photos&nbsp;Peaky Blinders - Netflix movie casts Barry Koeghan.&nbsp; <a…

It's time for the Comic Talk Headlines with Generally Nerdy!The theme for today is  FINALLY HAPPENING&gt;Oasis on TourMartian Manhunter in the DCUAnd so much more...Plus, don't forget to subscribe for more fresh content. MusicFollow-ups/CorrectionsNew Music/VideoUnto Others - Momma Likes the Door Closed At Night https://youtu.be/uNBjIic8FkA New album, Never Neverland, out Sept 20th.Finger Eleven - Adrenaline https://youtu.be/BkJ0n2GpnIo These guys used to be more than just butt rock… what happened? Paralyzer and One Thing… THAT’S what happenedMotley Crue - Fight for Your Right https://youtu.be/fQO2FV1OZj4 oh good lord… can these guys just retire already please?Seven Hours After Violet - https://youtu.be/HdsMChlQUvU Radiance. Definitely a departure from their first single Paradise. The band has also announced their self-titled debut album is due out on Oct 11.Devin Townsend - Power Nerd https://youtu.be/8-we4aXo_NM I wish there was more radio rock like this. Townsend really has a metal soul.Fit For An Autopsy - Savior of Non / Ashes of All https://youtu.be/sbtQl9dhP7w New album The Nothing that Is, out Oct 25. LET’S GO!NIK NOCTURNAL &amp; PAULA CARREGOSA - Fall Forever (feat. Matt Heafy) https://youtu.be/IKILFvblLhY unfamiliar vocal territory with Heafy.Tours/FestivalsOasis - https://youtu.be/gol_JnuEtKM Oasis Live ‘25 UK tickets on sale this friday. Starts July 4th in Cardiff Wales, through Aug 17 in Dublin. Tickets for the rest of the world tour will go on sale next year.Sex Pistols - Sex Pistols and Frank Carter have announced four new UK tour dates for their 'Never Mind The Bollocks' tour. The tour will visit:Nottingham - Rock City on September 20Birmingham - O2 Academy on September 21Glasgow - O2 Academy on September 22Manchester - Manchester Academy on September 24London - O2 Forum Kentish Town on September 26 (sold out)The tour will feature Frank Carter joining Paul Cook, Steve Jones, and Glen Matlock to perform the Sex Pistols' iconic 1977 album 'Never Mind The Bollocks' in its entirety&nbsp;https://blabbermouth.net/news/sex-pistols-and-frank-carter-announce-new-never-mind-the-bollocks-u-k-tour-dates&nbsp;Reg ‘ol NewsCancer Christ - Lead vocalist Anthony Mehlhaff arrested in Yosemite National Park Area. Charges include vandalism, vehicle theft, reckless driving, kidnapping, theft, first-degree burglary, robbery, obstructing an officer and battery.https://metalinjection.net/news/drama/cancer-christ-frontman-arrested-after-yosemite-national-park-area-rampage&nbsp;Dillinger Escape Plan - B-sides and other material from Calculating Infinity sessions, might get cleaned up and released according to Ben Weinman.https://metalinjection.net/news/ben-weinman-on-unreleased-the-dillinger-escape-plan-material-theres-some-talks-of-cleaning-it-up-and-putting-it-out&nbsp;SuggestsCalculating Infinity - is the debut studio album by American metalcore band The Dillinger Escape Plan. Recorded at Trax East Recording Studio in South River, New Jersey, it was produced by engineer Steve Evetts with the band's guitarist Ben Weinman and drummer Chris Pennie, and released on September 28, 1999, by Relapse Records. Calculating Infinity is the band's only full-length album to feature original vocalist Dimitri Minakakis, who left the band in 2001.Gaming/TechTrailersHarry potter: Quidditch Champions - https://youtu.be/6rx5i3j8akI I feel like this game should have happened YEARS ago.Reg ‘ol NewsNintendo Direct - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Bh7o96_yIWw The Indie World Showcase illuminated a cornucopia of innovative titles poised to grace the Nintendo Switch. From the enigmatic realms of Neva to the corporate insectoid dystopia of Moth Kubit, the indie scene continues to push creative boundaries. Noteworthy additions include the highly anticipated DLC for Sea of Stars and an unexpected foray into Shrek's swamp courtesy of PowerWash Simulator. The showcase culminated with tantalizing glimpses of Shovel Knight: Shovel of Hope DX and the gastronomic platforming extravaganza, Pizza Tower.In a seamless transition, the Nintendo Direct Partner Showcase unveiled a formidable array of titles slated for the latter half of 2024. The presentation ran the gamut from nostalgia-inducing remasters to groundbreaking new entries in beloved franchises. Tetris Forever promises to commemorate four decades of block-dropping brilliance, while Sid Meier's Civilization VII aims to redefine strategic empire-building on the Switch. Remasters of classic RPGs like Suikoden I&amp;II and Dragon Quest III showcase Nintendo's commitment to preserving gaming heritage. The eclectic lineup also features the zany antics of Goat Simulator 3, the undersea escapades of SpongeBob's companion in The Patrick Star Game, and the tension-filled corridors of Five Nights at Freddy's latest installments. This diverse palette of gaming experiences underscores the Switch's versatility and Nintendo's dedication to catering to a wide spectrum of gaming preferences.Capcom Fighting Collection 2 includes Capcom V SNK, Capcom V SNK 2, Power Stone 1 &amp;2. Marvel VS Capcom fighting collection preorders now open, game releases sept 12.SuggestsComic Books/BooksTrailersErnest - https://youtu.be/X1HRL0gR2I0 Ernest P. Worrell is back for his first adventure since 1998 in a new graphic novel called Ernest &amp; the Dream Stone. The story is a spooky comedy and is being crowdfunded on Kickstarter from September 17 to October 17. The graphic novel is written by Corey Perkins, illustrated by M Arief Russanto and colored by Mariam Yasser. The project has been in development for a couple of years and is being developed with the franchise's rights holders.https://comicbook.com/comics/news/ernest-p-worrell-goes-to-comics-for-his-first-adventure-since-1998/&nbsp;SuggestsWolverine: Origins - is an American comic book series written by Daniel Way, published by Marvel Comics and starring Wolverine. Steve Dillon drew the series from the first issue through issue #25.TV ShowsFollow-ups/CorrectionsSecret Level - The episodes WILL be canon, not just inspired by.&nbsp;Walking Dead: Daryl Dixon - Season 2, The Book of Carol, will premiere Sunday Sept 29 from 8pm to 10pm ET/PT, with an extended look at the season ahead.Friday the 13th - the Peacock prequel series FINALLY has a showrunner in Brad Kane, who is also helming the Welcome To Derry prequel IT series. https://boundingintocomics.com/2024/08/22/brad-kane-showrunner-for-it-prequel-series-hired-for-a24-studios-friday-the-13th-prequel-series/&nbsp;TrailersTerminator Zero - https://youtu.be/_MIcL7-J0LE Red band trailer. First 6 minutes also available now. Aug 29 on NetflixSuggestsPreacher is an American supernatural adventure television series developed by Sam Catlin, Evan Goldberg, and Seth Rogen for AMC starring Dominic Cooper, Joseph Gilgun and Ruth Negga. The series is based on the comic book series Preacher created by Garth Ennis and Steve Dillon and published by DC Comics' Vertigo imprint. The series was officially picked up on September 9, 2015, with a ten-episode order which premiered on May 22, 2016. The series was renewed for a fourth and final season, which premiered on August 4, 2019 and concluded on September 29, 2019.STREAMING ON: Netflix and probably HuluMoviesFollow-ups/CorrectionsJoker: Folie - Todd Phillips confirms what I have been saying. NOT A MUSICAL. https://comicbook.com/movies/news/joker-2-lady-gaga-joaquin-phoenix-musical-todd-phillips-not/&nbsp;TrailersSuper/Man - The Christopher Reeves documentary got a trailer https://youtu.be/gX-B3HMlMfY In theaters Sept 21, and 25 (Reeves’ Birthday) in the states. Then internationally later this year. No streaming date as of yet.Deadpool &amp; Wolverine - https://youtu.be/dAoDKuO-HUU Hulk cameo revealed in the Korean trailer.Sonic 3 - https://youtu.be/qSu6i2iFMO0 December 20.Reg ‘ol NewsTim Curry - First movie since 2010. Titled Stream, a thriller/horror movie. Select theatrical release. No streaming date yet. https://comicbook.com/movies/news/tim-currys-first-movie-role-in-14-years-revealed/&nbsp;SuggestsPrisoners - The film centers around the abduction of two young girls in a small town and the desperate search by their families and the police. As the investigation stalls, one of the fathers (Hugh Jackman) takes matters into his own hands, leading to a dark and morally complex journey that blurs the lines between right and wrong.STREAMING ON: Tubi and Amazon Prime.Rumor MillConfirmations/RefutationsREFUTATION: Pantera - Rex Brown has said in no uncertain terms that a live album was NOT recorded. https://blabbermouth.net/news/panteras-rex-brown-no-we-didnt-record-a-live-album-in-minneapolis&nbsp;New RumorsStar Wars - Taika Waititi no longer making his own Star Wars movie. Said to be fallout from the Thor situation.Linkin Park - Posted a 100 hour countdown timer on their website. Said to be the announcement of the replacement for Chester Bennington.VisionQuest - James Spader is said to be returning to the MCU in this series, but in live-acion and not in voice over??Martian Manhunter - James Gunn is reportedly teasing J’onn J’onnz for the DCU.Anaconda - reboot movie talking to Paul Rudd and Jack Black to star?Gambit - Channing Tatum to return to the MCU again? New post credit scene from Ryan Reynolds suggests it apparently.Spider-Man 4 - slated for release between Doomsday and Secret Wars. Live-action Miles Morales once again rumored.&nbsp;MK1 - Kombat Pack 3 leak? Isaac Clark from Dead Space, Cassie Cage, Kung Jin, Jade, Doom Slayer, Michael Meyers, Ash Williams, and Akuma.&nbsp;New kameos, Nightwolf and Erron Black.&nbsp;Ghost Face brings MK9 Stryker skin and Mk11 Frost skin.&nbsp;Other costumes coming MK9 Cyrax and Sektor, Deception Shujinko skin, MKX Tremor, Special Forces Jax, Tuxedo Johnny.&nbsp;Cyber-Smoke, Deception Baraka and Havok.&nbsp;Cell shaded “Cage Match” skins for Johnny and Ashrah.You can support this show by visiting our merch store, or by leaving us an Apple Podcasts review.