Thinking of starting a Sunday ritual here. A weekly post with random things that caught my eye and felt worth sharing. Not sure if it’ll stick, but let’s give it a shot.
The Conan O’Brien Mark Twain Award special on Netflix.
Hands down one of the best comedy specials I’ve seen in a long time. The roasts from his friends are brutally funny, and there’s a sharp political undertone that never lets you forget the current state of the US. If you’re a Conan fan (or just into smart, fearless comedy), don’t miss this.
Dire Straits – Brothers In Arms – 40th Anniversary
Released on May 16, this iconic album is now out on all major streaming platforms, Vinyl, CD, and Blu-ray, featuring lush Dolby Atmos and 5.1 mixes. This record shaped a big part of my youth, and I couldn’t resist grabbing it. It sounds absolutely fantastic.
OsbsoleteSony – https://www.instagram.com/obsoletesony/
If you grew up in the ’80s and ’90s like I did, chances are you had at least one Sony product in your life.
I was a huge Sony fan back then. The last audio device I owned from them was a Minidisc recorder. I absolutely loved that thing and held onto it for years, until I traded it for a Creative Jukebox. Looking back, I really wish I had kept it. There’s something almost mystical about the design aesthetic of Sony products from that era — a mix of elegance, precision, and futuristic minimalism that’s hard to find today.
I remember seeing the PS5 for the first time and instinctively rejecting it. It just didn’t have that magic.
Honestly, I’d love to see Sony release a proper, affordable media player, CD player and all, designed in the spirit of their golden years.
Anyway, I digress.
If you’re a fellow Sony nostalgist, check out the @ObsoleteSony Instagram account. It’s packed with gorgeous shots of classic devices from that era. If you’re not following them yet, you’re missing out.
There’s also an official Design Gallery site from Sony here.
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