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“Rook: Exodus” (comic)
Published through Image Comics, “Rook: Exodus” takes place hundreds of years from now. The man known as Rook was once a simple farmer who fled the crumbling Earth for a new life on the planet Exodus; a terraformed planet where all of nature, including its imported animal population, was completely controlled by humans called Wardens.
But when Exodus’s world engine failed, the Wardens’ power fell into the wrong hands, creating chaos and mass evacuation…for those who could afford it. The rest, like Rook, must scavenge for an escape vessel as the war for control of what’s left of Exodus begins.
It was the cover that got me into this, but the story is what kept me there. Geoff Johns has written a story that is gripping, intense and very well thought out. It was great to learn more of Rook’s backstory and the technology of the Wardens’ helmets.
Artist Jason Fabok and colorist Brad Anderson have brilliantly crafted a borderline apocalyptic, yet at the same time, absolutely beautiful world. In all, this book was a real thrill to read.
Head to https://ghostmachinepro.com/series/rook-exodus/ for more.
Artifact (audiobook)
I just finished the audiobook version of “Artifact” by Jeremy Robinson and voiced by R. C. Bray. Set in an isolated Alaskan town, the book follows Sheriff Colton as he investigates a secret laboratory where a generative AI capable of “bioprinting” living organisms unleashes grotesque monstrosities.
The book is extremely well written and has a great formula, tension and intriguing characters. Jeremy has created a very creepy, tense story, similar to the master of these tales, Michael Crichton. I just kept listening to each chapter waiting for the next disaster. The description of the different bioprinted creatures was unique in its unsettling nature and I just loved it.
The voicework by R.C. Bray is really amazing and captures the sense of each part perfectly. He really nails each character and gives them a distinct sound that makes it easy to tell them apart. He also projects their moods, whether that’s excitement, fear, or downright terror. A real master at work.
If you need a new listen and want a great story with monsters, creepy labs, all set in the middle of nowhere, check this one out.
Find “Artifact” on Audible through this link.
RIFFS
“More” (music)
“More” by Toronto-based singer-songwriter Bree Taylor is a real powerhouse of a song, with a strong guitar opening that stays there throughout. It’s the kind of song that would have hands raised during the chorus and eyes locked on the stage. An artist to watch to be sure!
Check out https://breetaylor.com for the rest of her music!
“Jack the Lad” (music)
“Jack the Lad” by Robin Shaw is a wonderfully addictive song. I loved the jazzy, big band flow and style, which paired perfectly with Robin’s strong voice. I’m really looking forward to what else the Norfolk-based singer-songwriter has in store.
Check out the rest of Robin’s music on Spotify.
“Broadway” (music)
“Broadway” by J. Henry is a beautifully composed song that blends an array of styles, including theatrical and gospel, to create a story of chasing a dream, no matter the obstacles. It’s a wonderful, heartfelt song that instantly connects with the listener.
Find more at www.theejhenry.com.
“How She’s Got It” (music)
I really loved the building opening and blend of electronic and rock sounds in “How She’s Got It,” by the Italy-based, alternative-industrial rock band Noir Addiction. The song “moves through fragments of memory and shifting emotional states, reflecting on connection, distance, and the subtle erosion of belief,” according to the release, and is part of their new album, “Pretty Things Don’t Last,” out now.
Artist Jason Fabok and colorist Brad Anderson have brilliantly crafted a borderline apocalyptic, yet at the same time, absolutely beautiful world. In all, this book was a real thrill to read.
Head to https://ghostmachinepro.com/series/rook-exodus/ for more.
Artifact (audiobook)
I just finished the audiobook version of “Artifact” by Jeremy Robinson and voiced by R. C. Bray. Set in an isolated Alaskan town, the book follows Sheriff Colton as he investigates a secret laboratory where a generative AI capable of “bioprinting” living organisms unleashes grotesque monstrosities.
The book is extremely well written and has a great formula, tension and intriguing characters. Jeremy has created a very creepy, tense story, similar to the master of these tales, Michael Crichton. I just kept listening to each chapter waiting for the next disaster. The description of the different bioprinted creatures was unique in its unsettling nature and I just loved it.
The voicework by R.C. Bray is really amazing and captures the sense of each part perfectly. He really nails each character and gives them a distinct sound that makes it easy to tell them apart. He also projects their moods, whether that’s excitement, fear, or downright terror. A real master at work.
If you need a new listen and want a great story with monsters, creepy labs, all set in the middle of nowhere, check this one out.
Find “Artifact” on Audible through this link.
RIFFS
“More” (music)
“More” by Toronto-based singer-songwriter Bree Taylor is a real powerhouse of a song, with a strong guitar opening that stays there throughout. It’s the kind of song that would have hands raised during the chorus and eyes locked on the stage. An artist to watch to be sure!
Check out https://breetaylor.com for the rest of her music!
“Jack the Lad” (music)
“Jack the Lad” by Robin Shaw is a wonderfully addictive song. I loved the jazzy, big band flow and style, which paired perfectly with Robin’s strong voice. I’m really looking forward to what else the Norfolk-based singer-songwriter has in store.
Check out the rest of Robin’s music on Spotify.
“Broadway” (music)
“Broadway” by J. Henry is a beautifully composed song that blends an array of styles, including theatrical and gospel, to create a story of chasing a dream, no matter the obstacles. It’s a wonderful, heartfelt song that instantly connects with the listener.
Find more at www.theejhenry.com.
“How She’s Got It” (music)
I really loved the building opening and blend of electronic and rock sounds in “How She’s Got It,” by the Italy-based, alternative-industrial rock band Noir Addiction. The song “moves through fragments of memory and shifting emotional states, reflecting on connection, distance, and the subtle erosion of belief,” according to the release, and is part of their new album, “Pretty Things Don’t Last,” out now.
Check out the release of the band’s sound at https://www.noiraddiction.com/.
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