New Sluggie

It’s Seulgi Day, which is typically cause for celebration around these parts. Unfortunately, her lead single “Baby, Not Baby” arrives at the conjunction of two emerging threads: one, my own gradual realization that Red Velvet members don’t really make Red Velvet music when pursuing solo work (made clear by Irene, who does), and two, the promotional build-up to Seulgi’s solo album being kind of a bummer. The very album title, Accidentally On Purpose, makes me a little nauseous. … More New Sluggie

What’s New and Notable in 2024, Cue-Fore

It’s been a rolley-coaster year, between the highs of Dune: Part Two and high-profile bombs like Borderlands, with plenty of interesting stuff in between. Now the summer is nearly over and we’re headed into spooky season, which then gives way to awards season (groan). Hollywood might not be fully back yet, but there’s plenty to look forward to! Shall we review some examples? … More What’s New and Notable in 2024, Cue-Fore