Wayne’s 4 x 2: Belfast, Time Skiffs, and MORE!
It’s Thursday, and you know what that means. You’ve been looking forward to it. I’ve been looking forward to it. It’s Wayne’s 4 x 2! Looking for the perfect album to accompany your next gatho, or the best films for your movie nights, look no further than Wayne Massingham and his impeccable tastes.
It’s Wayne’s 4 x 2!
Four reviews
Two minutes each.
Here’s what he had for us.
Album: Ants from Up There Black Country, New Road
Ants from Up There is the latest release from British Indie Band Black Country, New Road. This album is full of simultaneously discordant and melodious instrumentals, and epically expanding songs and is an instant Top Ten pick for Wayne, even this early in the year. Ants from Up There is available on Spotify.
Film: Belfast
A semi-autobiographical film written and directed by Kenneth Branagh set amidst The Troubles in Northern Ireland. The film focuses on a protestant working class family and they young son’s childhood in Belfast during the tumultuous 1960’s. Shot in black and white, this is a beautifully shot film that takes a personal approach to this period of Irish History. Belfast is available in cinemas.
Watch the trailer here.
Albums: Time Skiffs Animal Collective
The eleventh studio album Time Skiffs from Baltimore experimental pop band Animal Collective. This album is a true return to form for the band, full of interesting sounds and beautiful full harmonies. Time Skiffs is available on Spotify.
Series: Only Murders in the Building
This delightful and stylish comedy starring Martin Short, Steve Martin, and Selena Gomez. After a murder occurs in their apartment building and deemed a suicide, three True Crime Podcast enthusiasts come together to investigate the death using their astute true crime knowledge when they all suspect foul play. The collective talents of all three performers a on full display in this witty and tightly written series. Only Murders in the Building is available on Disney +.
Watch the trailer here.
