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Star Trek's Nine Lives - How The Sci-Fi Saga Keeps Cheating Death

Right now, you can’t turn a corner and not see something Star Trek-related hit you in the face, with the theatrical release this past week of JJ Abrams’ long awaited sequel Star Trek Into Darkness. For nearly fifty years now, the Star Trek franchise has been a part of American popular culture in some form, and many out there see it as something perennial, something that is always there… more

I Like It “Reznor-y”

A movie about nerds? Cool ones? With electronic music?! Hell ya. I’m happy to say that Trent Reznor and Atticus Ross’ score for The Social Network received an “O”… more

Laugh Tracks 101

TV Premiere week is over so I would like to congratulate all shows, new and old, that eluded cancellation. You might be wondering what this has to do with music,… more

When “WTF” is the Desired Response to a Music Video

Fall is just around the corner and you know what that means – NEW MUSIC! It’s time for fresh albums, long-awaited tours, and a new batch music videos. Video… more
 

This Week’s Musical Obsession:
S. Carey

I suppose by now, I can dub myself Nerdist’s resident Bon Iver liaison / fangirl. My blog partner, Matt, has told me countless times that I’m borderline obsessed and might… more

A Playlist That Will Ensure Your Safety

This past weekend was a very exciting one indeed: our beloved Chris Hardwick performed at Caroline’s on Broadway Thursday through Sunday, and I was lucky enough to attend. Aside… more

St. Vincent: No… Not The Hospital

Greetings! My name is Becca, and I, along with my blog partner / best-bud Matt, will have the pleasure of recommending some delicious ear candy. Music nerds unite! Upon request, I… more