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Cultural buffs the world over know of the strides and bounds New York has made for culture in the twentieth century. In fact, many of the world’s most enduring scenes bubbled up from New York’s diverse cauldron of artists and bohemians who congregated from all over America and all around the world. Some of the…
For you regular Loud News readers, you probably know by now that I am a huge fan of stand-up comedy, and one name that will always remain at the top of my list of favorites is the enigmatic George Carlin (1937-2008). Known for his shamelessly crass style and powerful social commentary, above everything he was…
The Stoned Ape theory may sound ludicrous at first, but it has some deep scientific roots. You may have heard of this theory from the Joe Rogan Experience, or maybe you are just a big fan of psychedelic research. Psychedelics have been the source for many out-of-the-box ideas, including this unique theory about human evolution.…
Back in 2008, Kevin Hart had released his first ever stand up special ‘I’m A Grown Little Man’ (which is currently streaming on Netflix). I remember getting a bootleg copy from a barbershop and being instantly hooked. Hart’s comedy felt lighthearted, yet witty, and even fun and insightful. He has never been one to talk…
Banksy is an English street artist with a cult-like following lending to his worldwide fame. His work is unmistakable, having taken street art to a level of unprecedented depth. Through his artistic messages, Banksy has been able to become one of the world’s foremost countercultural figures in an era where everything seems manufactured and standardized…
The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on many businesses, especially the service industry. Even though many states gradually opened their restaurants to full capacity, the employees are still struggling. Specifically, bartenders and servers are struggling to make ends meet during this pandemic. The scavenger hunt for tips is brutal, and many are getting stiffed by…
This morning, I woke up earlier than I usually do. I changed into some warm clothes, stepped outside, and had an amazing wake ‘n bake as I watched the sunrise. I went for a jog, headphones in, bumping some good, positive music. Upon returning home I made a healthy breakfast, ate while doing some reading,…
2020 has been a colossal mind-fuck for most individuals living in the United States. People on every side seem to have lost their shit and tensions have run high. Going out to grocery store these days is all but a Navy Seal commando operation. Despite the angst, the calendar flips tomorrow and we at Loud…
We know you’ve been looking forward to 2020’s end, but how can you celebrate NYE in style during a pandemic? The holiday doesn’t have to be a total bust, but it will look very different this year. Many events, such as the NYE ball drop in NYC, will be virtual this year. Your favorite bars…
2020 has been a stellar year for comics. Despite all of the challenges the world has faced this year, there have been some incredibly talented people making great comics for us to enjoy. Both DC and Marvel have released some great new series. Outside of the big two, there are tons of incredible indie comics…