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Message from the Underworld explores themes across punk rock culture, personal reflections on death, travelogues, environmental commentaries, social activism through art, and personal growth narratives, with an emphasis on sobriety, the impact of music, and the importance of preserving personal and communal legacies.

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Top posts of the year

And their main takeaways

Today, Satan

412 implied HN points • 04 Oct 23
📚 Literature Writing Creativity Inspiration
  1. Don't get distracted by celebrating too soon, stay focused till the end.
  2. Recognize when inspiration might be just another form of distraction.
  3. Balance work with other activities to avoid feeling overwhelmed or unproductive.

Observing death

412 implied HN points • 20 Sep 23
🎨 Art & Illustration Death Memorial History Punk Narrative
  1. The author reflects on recent deaths in the punk rock community and the impact it has had
  2. Writing about the deceased can be challenging but serves as a way to honor and remember them
  3. The author shares personal memories of observing sunset with their father and reflecting on their Navy experiences

The unreliable witness

314 implied HN points • 10 Jan 24
📚 Literature Journaling Travel Novel writing Writing Style
  1. Journal writing can be a love/hate relationship, but it can capture small moments and imagination.
  2. Writing in a journal can be a reliable record of thoughts, but an unreliable account of actual events.
  3. Writing in a journal can help spark creativity and provide a break from screens.
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Incident at the Charging Station

294 implied HN points • 27 Sep 23
📚 Literature Short Story Writing Author Publication Crime
  1. The author traveled from New York to San Diego, highlighting various locations visited on the trip.
  2. The author discussed a work-for-hire project nearing completion and a new Das Damen reissue.
  3. The short story, 'Incident at the Charging Station,' explores themes of violence, gentrification, and drug addiction around an electric vehicle charging station.

The sound of a body becoming a lit match

275 implied HN points • 18 Oct 23
📚 Literature Poetry Memoir Fiction
  1. Taking care of your teeth and gum health is important, even in middle age.
  2. Reading poetry and books can provide inspiration and distraction during difficult times.
  3. Oral surgery experiences can be intense, but maintaining a positive attitude can help with recovery.

No one left to kill me

275 implied HN points • 30 Aug 23
🎭️ Culture Film Horror Review
  1. The movie 'Ichi the Killer' is known for its extreme violence, gore, and difficult-to-watch scenes.
  2. The film presents a dark existential comedy where the line between hero and villain is blurred.
  3. The director Takashi Miike creates a spectacle in 'Ichi the Killer' to make a statement about society and bring to life the extreme nature of the source material.

Keeping the World Alive

275 implied HN points • 25 Oct 23
🎶 Music Memoir Live Music Bands Concerts
  1. Judy Reeves mentored many writers and helped them grow.
  2. Getting sober led the author to focus on writing and improve their craft.
  3. Attending live music shows can bring back memories and create new experiences.

The metaverse of post-punk taxonomy

255 implied HN points • 11 Oct 23
🎶 Music
  1. It's important to condemn all forms of violence against innocent civilians, regardless of the circumstances.
  2. Reuniting with past band members can bring back enjoyable memories and a sense of fulfillment.
  3. Exploring different genres and styles in music can lead to unexpected opportunities and collaborations.

We’re not going back

255 implied HN points • 07 Feb 24
🎭️ Culture Music Politics Literature History
  1. Wayne Kramer, a proud son of Detroit and legendary guitarist, was radicalized by events in Detroit in the 60s.
  2. Detroit, as one of America's most misunderstood cities, has a unique history and culture.
  3. It's important to use art, resources, voice, and vote to prevent a regression to past societal issues.

Mt. Snot

235 implied HN points • 13 Sep 23
🎭️ Culture Literature Travel Writing
  1. The author shares a past experience of unpleasant memories from boot camp in Chicago.
  2. The author attends the Printer's Row Lit Fest in Chicago and has a positive experience meeting fellow writers.
  3. Despite the past negative memories, the author's recent trip to Chicago for an event is enjoyable and free from past hardships.

Dead Punk Summer Is Over

216 implied HN points • 06 Sep 23
🎶 Music Obituaries Music Events
  1. San Diego in September brings a mix of gloomy mornings and scorching heat.
  2. Robert Becerra's passing marks the end of an era for punk rock.
  3. Despite challenges, Becerra's musical talent and impact on the punk rock scene are remembered fondly.

Some things are not to be fucked with

196 implied HN points • 22 Oct 23
🎭️ Culture Arts Science News
  1. Some things like GJ 367b, a dense exoplanet, are not to be messed with.
  2. The indigenous people of North Sentinel Island are not to be messed with, as seen in the case of an American missionary.
  3. Sean Bonney's powerful poetry is not to be messed with, reflecting the global mood and social activism.

Secret murders and cackling poets

196 implied HN points • 24 Jan 24
📚 Literature Science fiction Book Reviews
  1. Many Latin American authors are producing dark and compelling stories, blending crime, horror, and social commentary.
  2. Media landscape changes are impacting arts coverage, leading to less focus on books and music in the future.
  3. Benjamín Labatut's book 'The MANIAC' challenges traditional storytelling with a unique, non-linear approach.

Call me Orca Alert!

58 implied HN points • 21 Jan 24
📚 Literature
  1. The post is titled 'Call me Orca Alert!'
  2. The content mentions Moon Sniper, memory loss, and Moby-Dick
  3. The post is for paid subscribers only