Staff Writer Kane Geary O’Keeffe writes about a new wave of horror films that feature terrors that range far beyond the classic jumpscare, and discusses Hollywood’s inability to adequately market this subgenre. Like it or not, horror has moved beyond the jump scare, and I believe we are in the midst of a much needed horror renaissance. Horror has always reflected the … Continue reading The Unmarketables: A Horror Renaissance
Sandcastles – Tony O’Halloran I dunked you beneath the waves and laughed as you threatened retribution. We were the couple sharing a sunny secret, cooked vegetarian lasagna, assembled flatpack without a single fight, found each other under that tree. Beneath your sheets I came to wonder what it all could be. You asked me to write so I wrote for you, inspired by American Townlands … Continue reading Sandcastles
I think many of us have entire years where they feel they haven’t made a truly great decision. Not just a sound investment, but a decision that feels right and pure and satisfying from the time you made it to when its consequences cease. When Dan called me last July to tell me I could have deputy entertainment if I wanted it, I was … Continue reading Music Editor’s Note
MORNING COFFEE – Matthew Moynihan I drink in your eyes like my morning coffee rousing myself from my monotonous slumber. I frantically boil the kettle of your affections over and over spent steam rising and dissipating in my lungs. I’m done with the instant formulation. I let your joie de vivre trickle through the filter, your caramel notes drip down … Continue reading Morning Coffee
“Shut up—this isn’t a fucking Charlatans gig!” The 1975’s return to the 3Arena was yet another triumph, writes Julianne Power The 1975 are a band who have long divided opinion. Very rarely does anyone come down in the middle with their stance on the Manchester born group, some viewing their music as overrated and pretentious, others considering it groundbreaking and potentially world-changing. NME … Continue reading Review: The 1975 @The 3Arena
Cork indie pop act Luunah have released a slice of pop for troubled souls. Motley Music Editor sat down with their lead singer Sarah-Beth O’Mullane for a chat Photo Credit: Miki BarlokOne of the few bright sparks of the lockdown is the feeling that pop music is really and properly back. Whether it’s Dua Lipa’s Future Nostalgia, Carly Rae Jepsen’s Dedicated Side B or upcoming … Continue reading An Interview With Luunah
