A really fun show is coming up! Even if you're not in or near NYC, there's an option for anyone who loves catchy tunes and thought-provoking creative to support remotely—in return, you get cool merch and the live soundboard album.

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That's so kind of you to take the time to break that down for me. Thank you! It's so helpful to have feedback from another perspective, and I'll take your advice to heart. I was definitely overthinking it!

Thanks so much for the boost! It means even more coming from the person behind one of my favorite BlueSky accounts. These days, it's consistently tough to get people to click a link or even say hello so I appreciate you, human to human!

Poperratic live in NYC! RSVP for hand-numbered exclusives + soundboard album from show. Can’t attend? You can still RSVP wherever you are to support Poperratic — you'll get the album & I’ll donate your ticket locally. Here’s the flyer.
#Rock #LiveMusic #MusicSky #BlackSky #IndependentMusic

Gig alert: Poperratic show in Manhattan in January. First NYC gig ever. Flyer + details coming soon. If you know reliable musicians seeking paid rock gig, I'm working to recruit full band lineup for the occasion (one immediate commitment secured so far). Musicianship valued above age or appearance.

Thank you so much, Lady Foofer!

Brilliant ad. There's nothing like a real dictionary.

My animated music video Poperratic: Zero Hero has become an official selection of the Klein Film Festival, which prides itself on seeking bold concepts and approaches in filmmaking. The festival will take place October 16-19, 2025 and the schedule will be published this week at kleinfilmfestival.com

I'm interested in that thing...where there's a breaking point for some people and not for others. You go through hardship, things that are almost impossibly difficult, and there's no sign that it's going to get any better, and that's the point when people quit. But some don't. – Robert Redford

First batch of CDs now available from UK. U.S. sources coming soon. I've retooled CD specs to eco-friendly versions that also reduce production and shipping costs, and allow more vinyl art crossover. Postponing cassettes; no cost-effective options with reliable production currently.

And it's not like we don't have plenty of examples in living memory to reference. Tariffs only work when (a) you have the right target and (b) your country is reasonably self-sustaining. Lee Greenwood lyrics aren't the basis of global economic policy.

I hope the options I've come up with so far will make things easier for everyone who wants one, with everything currently going on. I've been looking every day for more ways to counter the chaos!

Many are learning basic math the hard way: You can keep voting poorly for people who are pro-profit, anti-labor, and anti-diversity. But since most raw materials & labor required for production & transport aren't local to you or are outsourced, you, your employers & suppliers will pay most dearly.

Vagus CDs + cassettes proofed! Small batch of CDs being forwarded to the distributor. Final w/ small, final artwork adjustments will be available this week via shop and album pages at ArtMechanix.com. Big discount available if you bought the digital reissue or shared any Poperratic update recently.

Just learned that Poperratic: Zero Hero has been nominated for an award at the Newark International Film Festival (Sept. 2-7). Not sure which award yet, but happy to hear it's being well-received there!

Fascinating story.

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Our current vinyl supplier is in the UK, so LPs will technically be imports to U.S.. However, physical music releases are classified as "informational material" and not expected to be subject to any tariffs. I'm looking at additional suppliers to provide more options on the whole.

You'll notice Vagus 2025 cover art is stripped on digital platforms due to overly fussy cover art policies (album title behind character was treated like promotional copy). Tired of revision, I eliminated all text for digital. Real cover file will be available on ARMX album page.

Remaster of Vagus the Wandering Nerve now up on digital, along with other releases. More reissues & new Poperratic works underway. Also now finalizing art & copy for Vagus vinyl, CD, & cassette versions to be sold through distribution partners. Some LP options will include a fun 12-page narrative.

A light that's shining bright but pale
It chills the very air
Along the stark and frozen trail
That leads to who knows where

Each step more effort than the last
The figure trudges on
Who measures how the time is passed
Beneath the cold cold sun?

My first #VagueShapeOfACreature film, #10mggirl, comes out 4/20/26. It's based on a poem I wrote the first time I tried a 10mg gummy. Will you be tuning in?
#OC #OriginalCharacter #VSOAC #ShortFilm #Poetry

Veil lift: My music platform streaming data & earnings between 2022 & July despite then dormant site + no marketing or social footprint. However, today's reality is 2.5M streams are meaningless in $ and value to many gatekeepers. I still measure growth & success by things like letters & paid gigs.

Poperratic music and artist page have been approved for Pandora's premium service. Verified profiles are also expected to soon be added to Genius lyrics app, Tidal, and Amazon. New releases will be on many platforms, including those serving Latin America, South America, and Asia.

Well, shows what I know! I thought it's been millennia. hahaha