# review roundup (blogs) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 2 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover review roundup. Page: Feed: --- ## [Weird Al Performs at NPR’s Tiny Desk](https://opus.ing/p/weird-al-performs-at-nprs-tiny-desk) _2026-08-20 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Next stop: The Super Bowl halftime show. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: Death Note: The Musical](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/death-note-barbican-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=death-note-barbican-reviews) _2026-08-17 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ Was the manga musical 'a total blast' or 'dead on arrival'? This is what the London theatre critics had to say. The post Theatre reviews roundup: Death Note: The Musical appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [Theatre review: Cleansed](https://theatre.reviews/review/theatre-review-cleansed/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=theatre-review-cleansed) _2026-08-16 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ Sarah Kane’s in-yer-face description of illicit love surviving in a fascist world of torture is given a new production at The Almeida Theatre by Rebecca Frecknall. The post Theatre review: Cleansed appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [All Things in Common](https://opus.ing/p/all-things-in-common) _2026-08-15 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ How does the Book of Acts relate to a culture that’s as individualistic and decentralized as ours? ## [“Light in Reality’s Shadow” by Desiderii Marginis](https://opus.ing/p/light-in-realitys-shadow-desiderii-marginis) _2026-08-15 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Listen to the first song from Johan Levin’s upcoming Mark Rothko-inspired album. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: How The Other Half Loves](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/how-the-other-half-loves-old-vic-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=how-the-other-half-loves-old-vic-reviews) _2026-08-14 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ The London theatre critics loved Roger Allam in this revival of Alan Ayckbourn's comedy about dinner parties and marital infidelity. The post Theatre reviews roundup: How The Other Half Loves appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [“Flawed” by Swervedriver](https://opus.ing/p/flawed-swervedriver) _2026-08-11 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ The shoegaze legends are releasing the original demo recordings for their 1991 debut album. ## [“Morning Haze” by Julia Andersson](https://opus.ing/p/morning-haze-julia-andersson) _2026-08-11 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ The Finnish pianist’s upcoming album is inspired by the forests of her homeland. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: Cats](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/cats-open-air-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cats-open-air-reviews) _2026-08-10 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ What did the London theatre critics make of Drew McConie's new dance-dominated outdoor production of the Andrew Lloyd Webber classic musical? The post Theatre reviews roundup: Cats appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [“Live in Zagreb” by Desiderii Marginis](https://opus.ing/p/live-in-zagreb-desiderii-marginis) _2026-08-08 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ A live performance by one of dark ambient music’s true and undisputed masters. ## [Ship software peacefully (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/kXxcSgUCvEeS) _2026-08-08 · **Sponsored**_ Connect your repo and deploy instantly — Railway handles config, scaling, and monitoring. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: I’m Every Woman: The Chaka Kahn Musical](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/im-every-woman-troubadour-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=im-every-woman-troubadour-reviews) _2026-08-07 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ Most of the London theatre critics thought the Chaka Kahn musical was a disappointing mess, despite the magnificent singing of Alexandra Burke The post Theatre reviews roundup: I’m Every Woman: The Chaka Kahn Musical appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [A Historically Accurate Medieval Duel](https://opus.ing/p/historically-accurate-medieval-duel) _2026-08-07 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Surprise, surprise historical accuracy isn’t Hollywood’s strong suit. ## [“Man Called Sun” by The Verve](https://opus.ing/p/man-called-sun-verve) _2026-08-06 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ One of The Verve’s earliest tunes finds the band at their most blissed out and psychedelic. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: Love’s Labour’s Lost](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/loves-labours-lost-globe-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=loves-labours-lost-globe-reviews) _2026-08-05 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ The London theatre critics mostly like this Flamenco-themed version of Shakespeare's early comedy The post Theatre reviews roundup: Love’s Labour’s Lost appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [Donald Trump Kisses a Golden Crucifix on Truth Social](https://opus.ing/p/donald-trump-kisses-golden-crucifix-truth-social) _2026-08-04 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Donald Trump loves nothing and no one as much as he loves himself. ## [Pagecord Is a Thoughtfully Simple Blogging Platform](https://opus.ing/p/pagecord-thoughtfully-simple-blogging-platform) _2026-08-04 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ A fantastic option for people who just want to start blogging with minimal fuss or set-up. ## [Amazon Announces a New Warhammer 40,000 Animated Series](https://opus.ing/p/amazon-announces-new-warhammer-40000-animated-series) _2026-08-04 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ The series will be a spin-off from the Secret Level animated anthology series. ## [My Cultural Diet (July 2026): Halo, The Odyssey, Evangelion, House, Escape from New York](https://opus.ing/posts/my-cultural-diet-july-2026) _2026-08-03 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ A quick rundown of last month’s cultural experiences. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: Cleansed](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/cleansed-almeida-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=cleansed-almeida-reviews) _2026-08-02 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ The London theatre critics found Sarah Kane's violent play just as shocking as when it opened nearly 30 years ago, but they were more respectful of her talent. The post Theatre reviews roundup: Cleansed appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [August 2026’s Best Streaming Titles: Reacher, Ted Lasso, Lanterns, Jurassic Park, Knight Rider](https://opus.ing/posts/best-streaming-titles-august-2026) _2026-08-01 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Alan Ritchson, A.F.C. Richmond, Green Lantern’s light, velociraptors, the Knight Industries Two Thousand, and more. ## [From any door to your door (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/OHNuIFCpwZ9u) _2026-08-01 · **Sponsored**_ Book rides, errands, deliveries, groceries and home help in one app ## [“Your Shadow at Morning” by The Durutti Column](https://opus.ing/p/your-shadow-at-morning-durutti-column) _2026-07-31 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ The Durutti Column’s first album in 16 years is a true rebirth, as evidenced by this standout track. ## [“Pines in Summer Static” by Zakè and Coppice Halifax](https://opus.ing/p/pines-in-summer-static-zake-coppice-halifax) _2026-07-31 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Subtly gorgeous ambient techno that envisions a blend of the natural and the technological. ## [Grain Is the AT Protocol’s Instagram Alternative](https://opus.ing/p/grain-at-protocol-instagram-alternative) _2026-07-28 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ A simpler, photo-first alternative to the current ad and algorithm-saturated social media landscape. ## [Review Roundup: Halo Studios’ Halo: Campaign Evolved](https://opus.ing/posts/review-roundup-halo-studios-halo-campaign-evolved) _2026-07-27 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ What are critics saying about this modern remake of one of the greatest video games of all time? ## [Theatre reviews roundup: Midnight at the Never Get](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/midnight-at-the-never-get-menier-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=midnight-at-the-never-get-menier-reviews) _2026-07-26 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ Two gay men perform love songs at a secret nightclub in 1965. The critics were ecstatic about Ben Platt's singing and Mark Sonnenblick's Cole Porter-style songs. The post Theatre reviews roundup: Midnight at the Never Get appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [Apple’s Neuromancer Adaptation Finally Gets a Teaser](https://opus.ing/p/apples-neuromancer-adaptation-teaser) _2026-07-26 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ The “unfilmable” cyberpunk classic is finally coming to the screen after 40+ years of failed efforts. ## [“Soul’s Refrain” by Yoko Takahashi](https://opus.ing/p/souls-refrain-yoko-takahashi) _2026-07-25 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Though less well-known than “A Cruel Angel’s Thesis,” Neon Genesis Evangelion’s second theme is an equally great anthem for the storied anime franchise. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: Trainspotting The Musical](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/trainspotting-the-musical-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=trainspotting-the-musical-reviews) _2026-07-23 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ Is this the worst West End musical of the last 20 years? A tsunami of one and two stars from the London theatre critics suggests it might be. The post Theatre reviews roundup: Trainspotting The Musical appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [“First Balloon to Nice” by Moose](https://opus.ing/p/first-balloon-to-nice-moose) _2026-07-23 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ A breezy earworm from an unsung member of the ’90s UK indie/alternative scene. ## [Theatre reviews roundup: The Jonathan Larson Project](https://theatre.reviews/reviews-roundup/jonathan-larson-project-southwark-reviews/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=jonathan-larson-project-southwark-reviews) _2026-07-22 · Paul Lewis · Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven_ The London theatre critics hailed the genius of the composer of Rent even if they didn't like the way his lesser known songs were presented The post Theatre reviews roundup: The Jonathan Larson Project appeared first on Theatre Reviews with Paul Seven . ## [Stay updated on your professional world (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/JDJCAyBJpuUx) _2026-07-22 · **Sponsored**_ Keep in touch with people you know, build your career. ## [The Friends Theme But It’s Joy Division](https://opus.ing/p/friends-theme-joy-division) _2026-07-22 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Just what it says on the tin, and just as good you might hope it’d be. ## [New Subscriber Playlist: “Artoffacts of Sound”](https://opus.ing/posts/new-subscriber-playlist-artoffacts-of-sound) _2026-07-21 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ This month’s subscriber-only playlist and podcast episode celebrate the post-punk and industrial acumen of Toronto’s Artoffact Records. ## [“Fragment” by Astoria](https://opus.ing/p/fragment-astoria) _2026-07-21 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ The Norwegian duo’s latest single is a gorgeous and emotional slice of slow-burning post-rock. ## [Review Roundup: Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey](https://opus.ing/posts/review-roundup-christopher-nolan-odyssey) _2026-07-16 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Critics respond to the Oppenheimer director’s adaptation of Homer’s epic tale. ## [Stranger Things, Ten Years Later](https://opus.ing/p/stranger-things-ten-years-later) _2026-07-15 · Jason Morehead · Opus_ Stranger Things’s massive success is due to more than just ’80s nostalgia and D&D references (though those are pretty great).