The Dark Corner Podcast

Summery Summary Songs

The Dark Corner plays a set of summery songs. That is, DJ Evil Dave compiles a list of ten tracks related to summer. Also, he talks about the weather, being under the weather, and playing Minecraft. Finally, he bids farewell.

Down with the Sickness

First, Dave relates why he released another music podcast. That is, he felt too sick to record a standard episode. Therefore, he describes his symptoms and guesses as to what may be the cause. For instance, he experiences coughing, headache, and fatigue. Also, he feels various aches and pains.

Under the Weather

Also, Dave details the inspiration behind this playlist. For instance, Utah experiences drought conditions. As such, we cut back on irrigating the lawn. Meanwhile, many areas experience high temperatures. Therefore, this inspired Dave to compile a list of summery songs.

Minecraft

While sick, Dave plays Minecraft. After an update, he loaded a random seed. This new world features badlands and a bamboo forest. Underwater you find an Atlantis style edifice. Also, nearby buildings include temples, villages, and a buried nether portal. However, mostly you find above surface mines with rails and dark wood. Enter Seed code 1996948359 to generate this world.

Summery Summary Songs

First, Skrillex presents Breakn’ A Sweat featuring the Doors from the Bangarang EP. Mantrakid performs So Hot I Can Taste It from Palmflowerblack. Also, VERBRASCO offers Sun, Sand & Chicken Salt. Find it on Discovery 2, the free unsigned band collection.

Bernie Bandicoot submits Summerland(s) from Reaction. Also, Stromble Fix performs Only A Summer Long from Toilsome Days. The Search plays It’s The Heat Of The Night from Heart’s Racing. Additionally, Azoora offers Desert Storms from the Tall Tales EP.

Polly Fae submits Summer Rain from Drawing Up a Storm. Also, Testube plays Backyard Burner (Side-Line Edit) from Face The Beat: Session 6. Finally, Encephalon performs Starscorch from Psychgenesis.

Musical Tarot Chariot

The Dark Corner takes a musical trip through the Chariot card of the Tarot. That is, DJ Evil Dave compiles ten songs. Meanwhile, each song relates to the tarot card’s meanings. First, he describes the imagery of the Chariot. Also, Dave publishes a DJ setlist on SoundCloud.

The Playlist

We start this musical show with Spiel auf Zeit by Battle Scream from Seelenfeuer. The Creptter Children performs It’s A Game from Asleep With Your Devil. Tamara Bubble presents Natural Born Winner from Your Favorite Rapper is a Girl 2. Also, Jonny P plays Drive by Right to You. My Woshin Mashin offers Riders On The Storm from Evil Must Die (DJ Promo).

We start the second half with Battle Cry by Ayria from Artoffact Records 2020 Sampler. Golden Apes performs Traveling Strangers from Thalassemia (Yesterday and Other Centuries). Asmodeus X plays Krishna (Wierd Blue Light Mix) from Primal River Valley: The Past By Way Of The Future. Also, Aengeldust submits Bloodsport (bloodshed remix by Nano Infect).

Finally, Totem Obscura Vs. Acylum offers Warrior from Matrix Downloaded 005. Most songs appear on name-your-price albums or promotional compilations. Meanwhile, additional artists permit the Dark Corner to play their music.

Bride of Dark Electro

Upon the recommendation of some friends on Twitter, DJ Evil Dave publishes a DJ setlist. He compile 30 songs by women creating Dark Electro. However, adjacent dark electronic genres feature, too. You can find it on SoundCloud.

VII Chariot

The Dark Corner returns to the tarot with VII The Chariot. As usual, we discuss symbology and numerology. Also, we interpret different meanings. However, we also share news and reviews. Additionally, we feature a Dark Track and play a promo to another podcast. Finally, we shout out a friend.

News and Reviews

First, we buy a new television. Also, Dave builds tv stands out of LEGO. Furthermore, Dave drops some cash on new music. That is, he buys several albums on Bandcamp. Also, we watch All Elite Wrestlers play Among Us on Twitch. Meanwhile, Brandi commands Starbase 13. Also, she manages to buy a playstation 5. Finally, she catches up to Dave on episodes of Dungeons & Daddies.

The Dark Track

In this episode, Night Leather submits Chariot from their debut self-titled album. This synth wave band calls New Jersey home. Also, they sprinkle ’80s inspired electronic music with touches of goth and darkwave.

My Favorite Murder

As Dave mentions this popular podcast briefly, we play a promotional clip for My Favorite Murder. Karen and Georgia apply comedy to deal with the stress of talking about the worst thing that can happen to a person.

The Tarot: VII The Chariot

Primarily, we discuss the eighth card in the Major Arcana, VII The Chariot. We discuss the many meanings of the card. For instance, we show how it applies to travel. Also, wee reveal how the card represents challenge and competition. Moreover, we show numerological how the card relates to XVI The Tower. Similarly, we show how it relates to the Seven cards of the Minor Arcana. Finally, Dave illustrates the meaning of the card by showing ow it fits within the saga of Star Wars.

Shout Outs

Finally, we both shout out Christopher D. Littlefield. We thank him for joining us on a recent episode of What the Future Holds – A Star Trek: Discovery Podcast. Happy Pride, everyone!

World Goth Day 2021

The Dark Corner celebrates World Goth Day 2021. Therefore, DJ Evil Dave compiles and mixes twenty-two tracks for your enjoyment. First, Dave tells the history of WGD. For instance, he explains how WGD began with BBC Radio 6. Later, influential goths like Batboy Slim coordinated events leading to a global movement.

Also, Dave characterizes World Goth Day. That is, he reveals its beginnings with post punk. Also, he points out gothic rock’s unique instrumentation and style. Additionally, he shows gothic rock’s roots in the performances of Screamin’ Jay Hawkins. He also shows how reggae influenced a definitive gothic rock anthem.

The Play List

Dave lists the songs, artists, and albums of the songs in the order presented in the mix. He also reads off the list in reverse order at the end of the set.

First, B.F.G. performs Switch from Blue. After that, Brotherhood plays Sleepwalking from …Turn The Gold To Chrome… Also, She Pleasures Herself offers Ich Been Dead. Les Modules Etranges submits The Distant Echo of Two Lonely Hearts. It appears on the I See It Now EP. Additionally, we feature Please Don’t Go by BlackieBlueBird from Ghost River.

Giants Causeway performs No One from 3rd Promo-Tape 1997. Also, we feature Tenfifteen (RadioEdit) by Aeon Sable. The Read Letter plays Clawing Curtains from A Cat-Shaped Hole In My Heart. Additionally, Golden Apes submits Alive from Structures [The Inner Scars].

Forever Grey plays Lost In A Moment from She is the Dark. Also, Charlotte’s Shadow submits The One from Eternal Sleep. We feature Skull Moon by Dryspell from Discovery 1. The Exploding Boy performs Here Comes The Rain from The Black Album. Additionally, Date at Midnight offers Vicious And Liar by Wrapped By Bats VOL 1.

Lotus Feed submits Tranquillity from So Close…So Far. Also, Hearts Fail performs Stars. We feature Salvation by The Eternal Fall from MM – MMXII. The Flatfield offers Grey City. Find it on The Finnish Post​-​Gothic You Should Know.

We feature Leocadia by Christine Plays Viola. Also, Dark Souls Day performs Lifeless from X-Lives. Strap On Halo plays Hunger from Prayers for the Living. Finally, Dark submits The End Of The World. Find it on The Nordic Post​-​Gothic You Should Know.

Cyberpunk 2077

The Dark Corner reviews Cyberpunk 2077. First, we talk about our birthdays. For instance, we watch The Mitchells vs. the Machines. Also, Brandi receives a Star Trek themed charging pad. Furthermore, Dave gets Brandi into Dungeons and Daddies. As usual, we feature a promo, a Dark Track, and a couple of shout outs.

News and Reviews

First, your hosts struggle with what to purchase using some unexpected gift cards. Consequently, Brandi talks about drawing and art supplies. Furthermore, Brandi’s boss gives her a thoughtful present. That is, he gifts her a charging pad featuring the Star Trek delta. This pairs well with her Han Solo phone stand.

We watch The Mitchells vs. the machines. We celebrate its portrayal of neural divergent family members. Also, we comment on diversity inclusion that the movie refreshingly does not. Additionally, Dave gets Brandi into Dungeons and Daddies. That is, she listens to an actual play Dungeons and Daddies podcast. The show features four dads from Earth as they search for their sons in the Forgotten Realms.

The Dark Track

Bow Ever Down submits Glass Doll (MissSuicide Remix). This EBM band from Bangor, Maine features introspective lyrics in a strong, female voice. Look for the new album slated to drop in June.

Still Buffering

At the close of the Max Fun Drive, we play a promo for Still Buffering. This podcast features three siblings talking about the cross-generational pop culture items that shaped their personalities.

Cyberpunk 2077

Mainly, Dave shares his experience with Cyberpunk 2077. For instance, he criticizes the rushed release schedule. Furthermore, he points out how its retro-futuristic themes failed to reflect current events. Relatedly, he addresses tonal issues like policing and the fear of Asian corporations. Also, he acknowledges the game’s failure to live up to its promise of trans inclusion.

However, he also points out the immersive nature of the game. He discusses how well it presents a first person narrative. Furthermore, he shows how the game pays homage to influential books and films. Mostly, he explains that despite its many flaws, the gameplay presents a fun experience.

Shout Outs

Finally, we shout out some friends. For instance, Dave wishes Dementia Von Grimm a happy birthday. Brandi celebrates the dungeon mastering stylings of Anthony Burch.

Falcon and the Winter Soldier

The Dark Corner reviews Falcon and the Winter Soldier. Also, Dave and Brandi receive second doses of the vaccine. Additionally, we get fully vaccinated. Also, Dave works more overtime. Furthermore, we watch Mortal Kombat. We talk about birthdays. Finally, we end on shout outs and a Dark Track.

News and Reviews

First, we open with a celebration of our Birthday month. However, Dave laments having to work overtime on his birthday. Furthermore, the Maximum Fun fund drive starts that same day. The podcasting network, Maximum Fun, produces such shows as Judge John Hodgman and My Brother, My Brother and Me.

First, we get fully vaccinated. Brandi suffers the worst of it. However, Dave also develops effects of the vaccine. Mainly, effects include aches, fever, headache and fatigue. On the other hand, Brandi passes her exam and earns her rank of Lieutenant (junior grade) on the U.S.S. Nomad.

Also, we watch the latest Mortal Kombat movie. Mainly, we enjoy the fight scenes. However, we also enjoy the performances of Mehcad Brooks and Jessica McNamee. On the other hand, we dismay in how audiences have applauded the toxic masculinity of Kano. Meanwhile, Brandi asks Dave about how the movie ties in with the game.

We Got This

We drop in a promo of We Got This with Mark and Hal. This Max Fun podcast features debates over minor issues. For instance, Mark and Hal argue the best pasta shape or greatest Marvel movie.

Falcon and the Winter Soldier

Mainly, we review the Disney+ series, Falcon and the Winter Soldier. We discuss how it relates to current events. For instance, we examine the Black person’s experience in America. Moreover, we delve into self doubt and the desire to find one’s place in the world.

The Dark Track

The Search performs A Place In The World from Songs About Losers. This post-punk band calls Sweden home. Also, they claim 80s goth and new wave as influences.

Shoutouts

Finally, we shout out some friends on twitter. Dave shouts out the band, Bow Ever Down. Brandi sends love to fellow Star Trek fan, @TristanZamboni.

Musical Tarot Lovers

In this episode of the Dark Corner, we take a musical trip into the Lovers card of the tarot. First, DJ Evil Dave illustrates how he compiled the playlist. For instance, Dave built an earlier playlist. Afterwards, he added more songs. Finally, he pared it down. Additionally, he describes how he arranged the tracks. Luckily, each song fell into place for satisfying transitions.

The Playlist

DJ Evil Dave presents ten musical tracks. Moreover, each track relates to various meanings of the Lovers card of the tarot. Mainly, topics include choice, free will, and desire. Songs cover a broad list of genres. That is, tracks include hip hop and new wave as well as gothic rock and electronic body music.

First, all:my:faults performs Decision from Secrets. Next, The Search offers Don’t Let Yourself Down. Find it on the Heart’s Racing album. Also, Tamara Bubble presents Options from I May Destroy You.

Furthermore, (((S))) submits Naked from Ghost. Soy SOS remixes Invocation To Raphael by Somna M. Bulist. Find it on Primal River Valley: The Past By Way Of The Future. Additionally, SPECTRES performs The Head and the Heart. Find it on Artoffact Records 2020 Sampler. Also, NZ offers Your Pure Heart from the Raw and Pure EP.

DeStijl presents Burning Blood [hot mix] from The White Stripes. Also, Human Drama submits This Lush Garden Within. Find it on Of These Reminders, a tribute to Black Tape for a Blue Girl. Finally, Damsel in the Dollhouse performs Temptation from Dream Eternal.

As always, a special thanks goes to the artists and labels for submitting songs. Also, we thank you for listening. Please subscribe, rate, and review if you have not done so by now. Also, you can hear more from Brandi and Dave. Check out What the Future Holds – a Star Trek: Discovery Podcast.

VI Lovers

In this episode of The Dark Corner, we explore VI The Lovers card of the tarot. That is, we look at the symbology and numerology behind the card. Also, we feature news and reviews. DJ Evil Dave plays a dark track of the week. Furthermore, Brandi cohosts another podcast. Finally, we shout out some folks we appreciate.

News and Reviews

Mainly, Dave works overtime. Luckily, this means picking up fast food for dinner. On the other hand, he makes playlists on Amazon Music. Meanwhile, Brandi works on her entrance exam for the Starfleet Academy.

Exclusively, we review the pilot episode to the new Kung Fu series. We celebrate Asian representation in an era of increased hate. Brandi admires diversity on and off the screen. Meanwhile, Dave appreciates depiction of the Asian culture. Mostly, we enjoy its balance of action, comedy, and heartfelt drama.

The Dark Track

In this episode, AlterRed performs Glitch in Mind (All for Lovers) from The Electro Creepshow. AlterRed creates cabaret inspired electro rock. Also, they call London home.

Boldly Go – A Star Trek: Strange New Worlds Podcast

We play a promo to Boldly Go, That is, we feature a short clip of a Star Trek: Strange New Worlds podcast. Furthermore, the hosts of the show are Brandi Jackola and Suzanne Williamson. The Latter also cohosts The Jane-Way podcast.

VI The Lovers

Mainly, we discuss the seventh card of the tarot. That is, we explore VI The Lovers. For instance, we describe meanings behind the image. For example, we explain how symbology of the garden of Eden relates to decision making. Furthermore, we show how the card depicts desire both physical and spiritual. Also, we explain the numerology of VI The Lovers. That is, we relate it to XV The Devil. Also, we connect The Lovers to the number six cards of the minor arcana.

Shout Outs

Finally, Dave shouts out the Sunday Funday Among Us stream. That is, AEW wrestling talent and friends play Among Us online. Find it on Allie’s twitch channel at 4pm EST. Brandi, on the other hand, shouts out twitter follow, officialHJesus.

Band Names

In this episode of The Dark Corner, we find out the history of several band names. First, we announce actually gothic news. Also, we get half vaccinated. Additionally, Brandi commissions art. We play some alternative rock. Furthermore, we feature a promo from another podcast. Finally, we shout out some friends before wishing the listener goodbye.

News and Reviews

First, we look sideways at the proposed Addams Family series. Also, we explain how Lil Nas X’s Satan Shoes have caught our eye. Moreover, we cancel a gothic rock band for having ties to a pro-confederacy organization.

Additionally, Brandi and Dave get the first dose. Furthermore, Brandi spends some stimulus money on commissioned art. For instance, she purchased digital paintings of Bearded Spock as created by Wayne Talbot.

The Dark Track

Shearer performs Say My Name from Duck on Cover. Shearer performs alternative rock and calls Berlin home.

My Favorite Murder

In this popular podcast, Karen and Georgia cover various murders and disasters. That is, listen as they use comedy to ease their anxiety over the worst possible things that can happen to a person.

Band Names

Mainly, we talk about how some of our favorite bands came across their names. Dave looks at different approaches to naming a band. For instance, band names describe the philosophy behind the music. Meanwhile, other names offer a double meaning. Sometimes, another person will gift a band name. Of course, bands may choose a name at random.

On the other hand, Brandi tells the history behind certain band names. For example, names may result from the members joking around. Other names result from the aftermath of previous bands. Still other names pay respect to friends or family. Also, DJ Evil Dave layers in clips of each band’s music when possible.

Shout Outs

Dave shouts out fellow Twilight Zone Podcast fan, David Haylett. Brandi shouts out young artist, theclumsyandshy.

Pisces

The Dark Corner celebrates Pisces. That is, we discuss the astrological sign of those born between February 19 and March 20. Also, Brandi plays a video game. Dave features a song. Also, he plays a promo for a fellow podcast. Finally, we shout out some friends

The Outer Worlds

Brandi plays The Outer Worlds. This role-playing video game takes place in a darkly comedic future. For instance, corporations influence everything, including religion. Brandi describes the basic set up for the game. Furthermore, she implies how to use diplomacy in the game.

The Dark Track

The Preatures perform the indie pop hit, Is This How You Feel? The Preatures call Australia home. Moreover, this song achieved considerable acclaim. For example, it won the $50,000 Vanda & Young prize. Also, the ARIA Awards nominated it for Best Pop Release.

Still Buffering

In the Still Buffering podcast, three sisters review the pop culture that helped shape them. Topics include YouTube influencers, music albums, and film and television. For instance, they cover media from Taylor Swift to Grease 2. Find Still Buffering on the Maximum Fun podcasting network.

The Zodiac: Pisces

For the main topic, we review this astrological sign. For instance, we describe the nature of this mutable water sign. Additionally, we show how Jupiter and Neptune influence the sign. Moreover, we describe good and bad traits for those born under the sign. For instance, they express themselves artistically. However, they struggle with substance abuse.

Also, we list colors associated with the sign. Similarly, we name the sign’s flower and stone. We reveal compatible signs of the zodiac. Additionally, we name famous persons born under the sign. Furthermore, we provide details of Pisces as a rising or moon sign.

Shout Outs

Dave shouts out @RiddledMissMila on twitter. Brandi shouts out the SyFy Sistas podcast.