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Author: Tim Dodderidge

I've long loved writing about music, dating back to my days covering Warped Tour during summer breaks. Following a decade at Mind Equals Blown and a handful of contributions to Substream Magazine, I'm back on my own time, doing my own thing here at The Verbatim.
Holding Absence Is the Scene’s Next Great Rock Breakthrough
Music

Holding Absence Is the Scene’s Next Great Rock Breakthrough

With their new album, Holding Absence may just take the rock world by storm — and we shouldn’t be surprised if they do. Continue reading Holding Absence Is the Scene’s Next Great Rock Breakthrough

Let’s Talk Oscars: Previewing the 2021 Academy Awards
Film/TV

Let’s Talk Oscars: Previewing the 2021 Academy Awards

After pandemic delays, the Oscars are here. Tim and his faux twin Tom have lots of thoughts on this year’s nominees. Continue reading Let’s Talk Oscars: Previewing the 2021 Academy Awards

5 Overlooked Teams That Could Go Far in This Year’s NCAA Tournament
Sports

5 Overlooked Teams That Could Go Far in This Year’s NCAA Tournament

Be wary of these five underrated squads that could turn your bracket upside down, as they have the potential to make a run. Continue reading 5 Overlooked Teams That Could Go Far in This Year’s NCAA Tournament

How Has the Pandemic Affected 2020’s Film Legacy?
Film/TV

How Has the Pandemic Affected 2020’s Film Legacy?

The coronavirus caused many delayed releases, but let’s not shrug at the amount of quality films we still got in 2020. Continue reading How Has the Pandemic Affected 2020’s Film Legacy?

10 Livestreams That Have Made the Pandemic a Little More Bearable
Music

10 Livestreams That Have Made the Pandemic a Little More Bearable

Livestreams don’t make up for the loss of concerts, but they’re a solid alternative that these 10 artists have cashed in on. Continue reading 10 Livestreams That Have Made the Pandemic a Little More Bearable

Beauty Behind the Blinding Lights: Super Bowl LV’s Surging Stars
Music, Sports

Beauty Behind the Blinding Lights: Super Bowl LV’s Surging Stars

Budding generational talents Patrick Mahomes and The Weeknd are primed and perfect for the Super Bowl stage. Continue reading Beauty Behind the Blinding Lights: Super Bowl LV’s Surging Stars

10 Albums Worth Waiting for in 2021
Music

10 Albums Worth Waiting for in 2021

We’ve (thankfully) turned the page on 2020, but some things never change: new music, from some of the best artists in the business. Continue reading 10 Albums Worth Waiting for in 2021

Previewing the Rest of 2020 in Album Releases
Music

Previewing the Rest of 2020 in Album Releases

In a difficult year, music gives us something to look forward to — and these upcoming releases provide us some optimism. Continue reading Previewing the Rest of 2020 in Album Releases

Awarding the Best Albums of 2020 (So Far)
Music

Awarding the Best Albums of 2020 (So Far)

In a hectic first half of 2020, here are 10 albums that have kept our attention amid the chaos. Continue reading Awarding the Best Albums of 2020 (So Far)

Allister’s “Somewhere on Fullerton” Is the Perfect Culmination of Pop-Punk History
Music

Allister’s “Somewhere on Fullerton” Is the Perfect Culmination of Pop-Punk History

Allister’s nostalgic “Somewhere on Fullerton” earned the Pop-Punk May Madness title with unwavering fan loyalty. Continue reading Allister’s “Somewhere on Fullerton” Is the Perfect Culmination of Pop-Punk History

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