thomasinmaine
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This is my debut article, so a proper introduction is due. My name is Thomas – writer, musician, and shameless blond. New England-born, my family moved to Maine when I was four years old, settling in Falmouth. It’s the only childhood I’ve known, but I can say the last twenty years have been a fairytale. …
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Let’s be honest, the Holidays aren’t always filled with joy and cheer. For many Americans, the stretch between October through January can be stressful – From Halloween through New Year’s, it’s “Go! Go! Go!” – until we’re burnt out and wondering how much more holiday spirit we can handle. The clocks have changed, the sun never…
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What a week for Maine, what a week for metal and hardcore. A far cry from silver trumpets, Portland rolled out the blood-red carpet for Cruel Hand, razing Geno’s to the ground – Okay, rewind… Concert reviews are cool, but what about a PARKING review? Imagine: It’s Saturday evening, and not only is Geno’s sold…
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Forked Tongue LASHES OUT ON ‘PROMO ‘24’ There’s venom in every scream, acid in every word. Coiled to strike, the Bangor outfit is spectacular! Two tracks, heavier than guilt… ‘Means to an End’ is a murder charge in the making – Chainlink guitar, pounding drums… Just all out fuckin’ war (and the best breakdown of…
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Real-life Superheroes: The Ironman Triathlon Throughout history, athletes have shed blood, sweat, and tears competing against one another – all in hopes of being crowned the best. From the Olympics of Ancient Greece to the global sports organizations of today, competition defines so much of human culture. Icons, ranging from quarterback Tom Brady to basketball…