Alex SimonSoundtrack for 2019I often hear the argument that the end of the year is just an arbitrary, meaningless measurement of time that marks another successful…Jan 23, 2020Jan 23, 2020
Alex SimonA Personal Guide To SynthwaveThe art of the 1980s has a very distinct aesthetic that feels otherworldly, yet familiar. You immediately recognize its heavily saturated…Aug 3, 20181Aug 3, 20181
Alex SimonKiefer’s Happysad Album Release Party — Live ReviewI roll up to the Del Monte Speakeasy right in the heart of Venice, CA. It’s a little after 10:30, my stomach feels like it’s about to…Jul 18, 2018Jul 18, 2018
Alex SimonHot Takes & Hot Tracks #1Frankly, it’s been a hot second since I’ve written anything longer than 250 characters for anything other than shitposting on Twitter. I…Jun 27, 20181Jun 27, 20181
Alex SimonCritical Karaoke: “SUMMER” by BrockhamptonWhat I absolutely love about “SUMMER,” is the creative passion that oozes out of every component of its makeup. As a product of the…Mar 30, 2018Mar 30, 2018
Alex SimonJust in time for Filipino-American History Month: Filipino AF, a comedy show battling…In a year where films like “Ghost in the Shell” and “Death Note” have sparked controversy around representation of Asian Americans in…Sep 29, 20171Sep 29, 20171
Alex SimonThe Importance of Sharing Diverse Ideas: As Observed Through Social Media*Disclamer: I am a paid employee of YAM, however I have chosen to write this article of my own volition for reasons I will outline below.Dec 1, 2016Dec 1, 2016