1984 Archive

  • In Miyazaki’s films, seriousness is paired with a lack of stridency. Environmental concerns are central to the plot in Nausicaa and Princess Mononoke (they are also the heart of Castle […]

    Nausicaa Of The Valley Of The Winds

    In Miyazaki’s films, seriousness is paired with a lack of stridency. Environmental concerns are central to the plot in Nausicaa and Princess Mononoke (they are also the heart of Castle […]

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  • This album is a surprise in two ways. First, it’s kind of dated – a trait missing from the rest of their work. Second, the music is beautiful, right from […]

    Dead Can Dance – Dead Can Dance

    This album is a surprise in two ways. First, it’s kind of dated – a trait missing from the rest of their work. Second, the music is beautiful, right from […]

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  • “Drive” is about running on empty. A late-night lull and a sunken-eyed phone call, it is a rue for the rued. You hear it when the only consolation is the […]

    The Cars – Drive

    “Drive” is about running on empty. A late-night lull and a sunken-eyed phone call, it is a rue for the rued. You hear it when the only consolation is the […]

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  • This monolith of heavy metal balladry is the first decided evidence that Metallica were a band to be reckoned with. Breakneck speed and really silly lyrics characterized their previous album, […]

    Metallica – Fade To Black

    This monolith of heavy metal balladry is the first decided evidence that Metallica were a band to be reckoned with. Breakneck speed and really silly lyrics characterized their previous album, […]

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