Udeshi Seneviratne Illustrator wkweK KY he series, adapted from writer Gerard Way and publisher Dark Horse Comics, has a tighter and more adventurous Illustration by Udeshi Seneviratne plotline than its predecessor. This season’s pacing and execution make it enjoyable to follow these emotional basket cases on their adventures of maneuvering disasters and figuring out how to stop yet another apocalypse. After failing to save Earth from the Moon fragment apocalypse in season Avant-garde music, outer space, and resonating themes » Jon Hassell’s new album ‘Seeing Through Sound’ is everything we love about electronic jazz Jonathan Pabico Contributor wkweK KY nyone familiar with Jon Hassell’s work will know about his unwavering talent to push the boundaries of genre music with his eclectic originality. His newest album Seeing Through Sound (Pentimento Volume Two) promises immersive songs for any jazz lover to enjoy. The collection will garner new fans out of casual listeners and is worthy of any art house event. His ethereal electronic jazz soundtrack satisfies the senses with delightfully pulsating tones. One of his songs “Moons of Titan’—arguably one of the best segments in the album—employs soothing flourishes and soft percussion to create a relaxing meditation. Hassell’s experimental repertoire, albeit lacking any lyrics, would be perfect for surreal sci-fi films like Blade Runner or The Twilight Zone. The album also has a compelling scope of mystery that alludes to the sublime vastness of the universe. The track “Lunar” balances eerie pings with sudden screeches from the synthesizer. This creates reverberating tension, reminiscent of an avant-garde horror movie taking place in a celestial world. As for “Cool Down,” the piece employs strong hits on the drum rim and infuses them with bizarre distortions. This evokes feelings of uncertainty—like that of the cosmos. These songs beautifully convey the wonders and dangers of space exploration. Beyond his other-worldly motifs, Hassell’s musical non-conformity encourages listeners to embrace their differences. The trumpet, synthesizer, and maracas from the song “Delicado” provide Have an idea for a story? Marts@theotherpress.ca ¢ An album review of ‘A War On Everything’ by The Glorious Sons e ‘Enter the Dragon’ and the inimitable Bruce Lee ..and more Get ready fora stylish, comedic, and apocalypse- packed season! » A review of ‘The Umbrella Academy’ season 2 one, quick-witted Five (Aidan Gallagher) suggests they all time travel to the past, fix Vanya (Ellen Page), and return to the existing timeline. Their sure-fire plan is unfortunately hindered by some time jumping difficulties that scatter the super siblings across 1960 to 1963 Dallas. If that were not enough to worry about, the family also has another apocalypse to deal with. The siblings rebuild their lives in the years they land in, each with a profession different enough so that they are all prevented from crossing paths. Klaus (Robert Sheehan) becomes a cult leader, which is strangely fitting, and all the while is still accompanied by the bickering ghost of his brother Ben (Justin H. Min). Allison (Emmy Raver-Lampman) becomes a civil rights activist and Vanya (Ellen Page) deals with her amnesia in a barn. Luther (Tom Hopper) makes his living by fighting in an underground club, and his brother Diego (David Castafieda) is put into an asylum. Season two gives us more detail playful oddities. Hassell’s track shows that what makes us unique may seem absurd to others, yet is still the best part of our true selves. However, the album may not be for everyone— especially those that prefer more traditional jazz music. Hassell’s subversive work would alienate fans of iconic musicians like John Coltrane or Billie Holiday for example. The songs have bold and sometimes strange approaches to their sound, so they require an extremely open mind that welcomes a refreshing take on a classic PENTIMENTO VOLUME TWO into how the absentee father affected the siblings. Since the characters are made to fend for themselves for quite some time, they have more room to evolve. These inventive events give viewers a chance to delve into what makes each character unique, and see their heart-warming care for one another. New characters introduced also contribute to the colourful personalities of the Hargreeves family. However, some new villains appear to be overstuffing, such as the apocalypse-ensuring assassins replacing Cha Cha and Hazel but with much less personality and flair. The show still delivers with an unpredictable plot, humorous name calling, a killer soundtrack, and their innovative methods to avoid the armageddon. It exceeds season one in character development and ridiculously witty banter. If you are looking for bold one-liner material, this is the show for you. Cover of 'Seeing Through Sound' by John Hassell genre. If one wants to broaden their musical interests, then they may have a marvelous experience with the soundtrack. Jon Hassell’s Seeing Through Sound offers jazz fans a new breed of experimental music to add to their playlists. The riveting elegance from its calming songs give listeners an almost spiritual peace. Hassell’s album has the right moxie for anyone excited to begin a journey into the depths of electronic jazz.