Archive for the ‘Old-Timey’ Category

Third Bioshock Installment Fully Embraces the Steampunk Aesthetic

Aug
16

I just got wind of this moments ago, so unfortunately I have little information – but what I do see is that the third Bioshock game, Bioshock Infinite, will take the immensely popular, beautifully produced and wonderfully written franchise in an entirely new direction. The last games were hailed for their intense steampunk style; though [...]

Gypsy, Old-Timey and Eclectic Music finds in Chicago

May
27

Two upcoming events that may spark an interest with your inner “Gypsy Punk”: I. The other evening while venturing out, my partner and I came upon Charleston Bar at 2076 North Hoyne Avenue. The 23 year old bar with its copper ceiling, heavy ornate cherry woodwork, antique mirror décor and an actual vintage photo booth, [...]

Curtis Eller, Sepia-Tone Americana. Cristina Beller brings some Steampunk to Horrorbles

May
22

By Prof. Joseph F. Mason The Uncommon Curtis Eller I had the pleasure of attending the Curtis Eller show at Uncommon Ground last Thursday.  The first thing to strike me was that this energetic man reminded me of somebody, initially I thought it might be Jim Carrey, but Carrey is too hammy and rubber-faced.  It [...]

The Human Marvels : Presenting Peculiar People

May
16

In light of last night’s deliriously delightful CLOCKWORK VAUDEVILLE and our belly dancers and magicians and strange bands named after the netherworld, it seems only fitting to enlighten the world to the existence of the The Human Marvels – an aether-site dedicated to those whom are more commonly known as “Freaks.” The site’s host – [...]

Yoshi Akai’s instruments evoke a Steampunk feel, Also – Clockwork Vaudeville MAY!

May
10

The Wonderful World of Yoshi AKAI If you are ever to find yourself in Sweden, Norway or The Netherlands I highly suggest seeing if Yoshi AKAI is planning a live performance.  The Japanese native has certainly developed some of the most beautiful original electronic music instruments I’ve ever seen.  What’s even more impressive is the [...]