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Matthew D’iorio
@matthewd14.bsky.social
Blogger/music critic, avid concertgoer, animation enthusiast, musician, someday an actor
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(inb4: we're aware the covers differ slightly, sometimes it takes a while for sites to catch up w updates)

This can open a path to continue the Owl House story, fill in lost gaps, and tell some meaningful stories that we couldn't in the show. Also, Eda can say "damn" now.
February 12, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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King never considered what it means to be a Titan. Burdened by the fact that he will outlive his beloved Owl House family, he’s still determined to enjoy every moment. Even if that means using one of the Collector’s devices to wipe away his sad memories.

www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/804037
The Long-Lived King: An Original The Owl House Graphic Novel by Dana Terrace, Mikki Crisostomo: 9781368104548 | PenguinRandomHouse.com: Books
In an all-new adventure set in the world of Disney’s The Owl House, Luz, Eda, King, and the gang return in The Long-Lived King, an original graphic novel cowritten by series creator Dana Terrace....
www.penguinrandomhouse.com
February 12, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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We've been looking forward to sharing this news for a long time. We're making a graphic novel!

The Owl House: The Long-Lived King
Written by me and the amazing @mikkicrisostomo.bsky.social

Illustrated by the incomparable @dindu99.bsky.social

We're so excited to tell a brand new story.
February 12, 2026 at 8:23 PM
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Very kind of you to ask! As far as resids for our team go, I don't think it matters either way, but generally avoid amazon, ask for it in your local comic shops/book stores, and request it for your local libraries (if you're so inclined) when it's out!
February 12, 2026 at 11:53 PM
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I certainly won’t make a show w them anytime soon, but publishing is a different (and slow moving) branch and this has been in the works pre-KOG.

I’ll also never tell ppl to stop pirating TOH or criticizing their harmful practices. 🏴‍☠️ I always hope things can improve, though.
February 13, 2026 at 9:22 AM
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What a delightful tour!! Thanks everyone who came out to see Antarctigo Vespucci and Golden Apples! We had the best time!
February 8, 2026 at 5:04 AM
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This would've been such an amazing movie. I had the honor to peep it sometime last year and it was very moving and exciting. Sony passed on something great BUT I hear Matt has some other news to share soon so... Something else to look forward to!
Matt Braly has shared never-before-seen development artwork from his canceled feature film at Sony Pictures Animation.

The project centered on a young boy who embarks on an emotional journey into a fantastical realm of Thai spirits, hoping to find a cure for his illness.
February 10, 2026 at 10:52 PM
CHECKMATE
February 10, 2026 at 2:58 PM
Jimmy Eat World Bleed American 25th anniversary tour to be announced tomorrow morning at 9am. Watch this space.
February 9, 2026 at 7:21 PM
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This happened today and is a big story more news outlets should be reporting on but of course they aren't
Today is the day. Right now hundreds of Minnesota businesses and institutions are shut down. Thousands of people are refusing to work. There’s a massive picket at the airport. Minnesota’s resistance to ICE today is changing the tenor our fight against fascism.

www.jphilll.com/p/the-first-...
The first General Strike in 80 years
We're at war, and now people are fighting back like never before
www.jphilll.com
January 24, 2026 at 6:43 AM
Accordions Geoffrey and Mary Melodica is a really fun and sweet claymation short from We Bare Bears storyboarder @everydaylouie.bsky.social, the expressions these characters convey are so wacky and awesome and it made me very validated in having a melodica. Go watch! youtu.be/WAnzOHcOl_g
Accordions Geoffrey & Mary Melodica | Cartoon Cartoons
YouTube video by Warner Bros. TV
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February 2, 2026 at 7:42 PM
Accordions Geoffrey and Mary Melodica is a really fun and sweet short from We Bare Bears storyboarder @everydaylouie.bskysocial, these characters convey are so wacky and awesome and it made me very validated in having a melodica. Go watch! youtu.be/WAnzOHcOl_g
Accordions Geoffrey & Mary Melodica | Cartoon Cartoons
YouTube video by Warner Bros. TV
youtu.be
February 2, 2026 at 7:40 PM
My first review for The Alternative is out!!! I spent 6 hours on writing the review for the new Format album and I put a lot of heart and soul into this. Please give it a read and come back to me with what you think it would mean the world to me! www.getalternative.com/review-the-f...
Review: The Format – 'Boycott Heaven' - The Alternative
Matthew reviews 'Boycott Heaven,' the long-awaited reunion LP form Arizona indie rock duo The Format, and it's worth the 20-year wait
www.getalternative.com
January 30, 2026 at 6:22 PM
Tonight I’m going to my first show in 3 months and this one’s a doozy-the two awesome reunited NJ 90s emo bands Texas Is The Reason and Penfold at Crossroads! And it’s right before Winter Storm Fern hits Jersey hard so I’m gonna party hard before we take shelter! LFG!!!
January 24, 2026 at 5:11 PM
Happy 25th anniversary to Rainer Maria’s truly timeless gem A Better Version of Me! It holds up exceptionally well thanks to Caithlin De Marrais’ soaring voice, her diaristic and relatable words and the emotional, aching melodies. I love this band and this album is key to why.
January 24, 2026 at 2:44 AM
NEW THE FORMAT ALBUM IS FINALLY HERE TO GRACE EVERYONE’S EARS!!!! THEIR FIRST ALBUM IN 20 YEARS!!! EVERYONE LOCK IN TO HEAR HOW AWESOME THIS IS AND HOW THIS BAND HAS AGED SO WELL open.spotify.com/album/4yMJnp...
Boycott Heaven
open.spotify.com
January 23, 2026 at 5:18 AM
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pretty hat machine
January 14, 2026 at 8:16 AM
Boycott Heaven is an immaculate return for @theformat.com. This album has them going the hardest and lean into their emo side more than they ever did before, but at its core there’s still a lot of heart and charm that makes it just as effective as the band’s classics. So glad they’re back. ❤️
January 22, 2026 at 5:42 AM
We meet again, Steve
January 19, 2026 at 1:52 AM
Happy 20 years to the greatest ska punk album of all time, the immortal and timeless Three Cheers For Disappointment by The Arrogant Sons of Bitches! Between @jeffrosenstock.bsky.social’s relatable lyrics and the genre-defying music, it’s an incredible record that resonates a lot today🤘
January 18, 2026 at 3:22 AM
Yeah I’m afraid this show is about to become my new obsession
January 17, 2026 at 11:21 PM
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These guys again.
January 15, 2026 at 11:51 PM
TWAS A SUCCESS!!! ✨✨✨
The meeting went awesome and it was something I really needed right now, to be talking about music with people like at a concert. I already feel like a great fit with the team at The Alternative and I’m excited to be writing for the site very soon!!! 👀
I have my first ever meeting with The Alternative tomorrow on Zoom! Really stoked to be discussing our plans for the site this year but I’m also kinda nervous as I’m still dealing with some stupid flu aftereffects that have been varying and coming and going
Please wish me luck 🙏
January 15, 2026 at 2:39 AM
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I like stories about group of people trapped in a place
January 14, 2026 at 4:06 AM
I have my first ever meeting with The Alternative tomorrow on Zoom! Really stoked to be discussing our plans for the site this year but I’m also kinda nervous as I’m still dealing with some stupid flu aftereffects that have been varying and coming and going
Please wish me luck 🙏
January 14, 2026 at 4:03 AM