40 years ago today on October 21, 1985: 'Mike + The Mechanics,' the debut album by Mike + The Mechanics was released. The album reached No. 26 on the Billboard 200 album charts with 3 singles "Silent Running" at No. 1, "All I Need Is A Miracle" at No. 5, and "Taken In" at No. 32.

"In the arts, chrononormativity takes the form of the conveyor belt we’re all told to ride: emerging by 30, mid-career by 40, late-career by 60. If you fall behind, step off, or return later, the system doesn’t know what to do with you." - Op-ed by Damien Davis hyperallergic.com/1042641/when...

40 years ago on October 18, 1985: 'World Machine,' the sixth studio album by Level 42 was released by Polydor Records. It was the band's breakthrough album internationally and features one of their most successful singles, "Something About You". Enjoy: youtube.com/playlist?lis... #LatePost

Trump's done this before - demo-ing something he claimed he wouldn't. news.artnet.com/art-world/do...

A returning Tess Paras ("Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," "Just Add Magic," "Just Add Magic: Mystery City") discuss audience response of Filipino representation in US mainstream media. #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth #FilipinoHollywoodActorsPanel #RepresentationMatters

#nokings Portland frog brigade

40 years ago today on October 18, 1985: "Cities In Dust" by Siouxsie and the Banshees from their album 'Tinderbox' (1986) was released on that date as the album's lead single. The song climbed to No. 17 on the US Billboard Hot Dance/Disco chart. #KROQ

NO KINGS! youtu.be/RG_xzZHDkh4?...

40 years ago today on October 18, 1985: 'Love,' the second studio album by the Cult was released by Beggars Banquet Records. The album was the band's commercial breakthrough, reaching No. 4 in the UK. It produced three Top 40 singles: "She Sells Sanctuary", "Rain", and "Revolution." #KROQ

We did our best on our island out here in the Puget Sound. Coupeville, Washington — population of about 2,000, drew at least that many (maybe 3,000) from the island as a whole.

Los Angeles - Batman shows up to "No Kings".

As Trump says, “I like the poorly educated.” Squashing education like any good authoritarian… “Goodbye, My Fancy” (1951) #joancrawford #robertyoung

You all know how much I love a good movie theater. The Lido Theater in Newport Beach is all around classy!

Portrait of a very good boy. #art #illustration

40 years ago today on October 16, 1985: "Saturday Love" written/produced by Jimmy Jam & Terry Lewis, and performed by Cherrelle and Alexander O'Neal was released. It peaked at No. 2 on the US R&B chart and became a moderate pop hit peaking at No. 26 on the US Hot 100 in the spring of 1986. #KJLH

This is devastating. NBC Asian America has done incredible work covering our community, especially given their greater resources and institutional clout relative to indie outlets like us. www.thewrap.com/nbc-news-lay...

As a sidebar, if we have to suffer through the "A SKYDANCE CORPORATION" byline on their logo now, I at least wish Paramount would bring back this old stylized signature on their copyright notices.

Nico Santos ("Superstore," "Crazy Rich Asians," "Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 3") discuss audience response of Filipino representation in US mainstream media. #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth #FilipinoHollywoodActorsPanel #RepresentationMatters

40 years ago today on October 16, 1985: "Sun City" written by Steven Van Zandt, produced by Van Zandt and Arthur Baker, and recorded by Artists United Against Apartheid was released. The music video directed by Jonathan Demme with Godley & Creme was also produced.

Washington, D.C.'s vending machine LitBox distributes books, with a serving of hope as local writers struggle with arts funding cuts. n.pr/4nYSLHq

I AM XIN ZHAO!!! Honored to voice the League Of Legends champion, the Seneschal Of Demacia, Viscero The Reckoner, The One Who Never Lost, the Rumble In The Jungle (ok I made that one up), XIN ZHAO! Huge thanks to @riotgames.com , Josh Dean, Kevin McMullan, Alyssa Gentile, & Vox for letting me play

40 years ago on October 15, 1985: 'Falco 3,' the third studio album by Falco was released by A&M Records. It peaked at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and No. 18 on the Top R&B/Hip-Hop Albums chart. It released the hit singles "Rock Me Amadeus" and "Vienna Calling." youtube.com/playlist?lis... #KROQ

Eugene Cordero ("Loki," "Star Trek: Lower Decks") talks about the challenges Filipino American actors face in acting. #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth #FilipinoHollywoodActorsPanel #RepresentationMatters

I don't know anyone who didn't have a Drew Struzan illustrated film poster on their bedroom wall as a kid or the walls of their home office as an adult. Discovered that he had a documentary film. Streaming now on Prime Video. I'll watch that tonight before bed. Thank you, and rest in peace.

Great news: California Governor Gavin Newsom signed the California Ratepayer Protection Act, which prevents for-profit utilities like PG&E and SoCalGas from forcing customers to pay for political lobbying and promotional ads. This will lower energy bills for Californians - a big win!

Jimmy Kimmel's return to airwaves might just point the way forward for late night TV to prove its relevance to American audiences — and to itself.

40 years ago today on October 14, 1985: "Cloudbusting" by Kate Bush was released as the second single from her fifth studio album, 'Hounds of Love' (1985). #KROQ

The gang rehabilitation non-profit is planning housing and supportive services

40 years ago today on October 14, 1985: "Tonight She Comes" by the Cars from their 'Greatest Hits' album was released as its first single. It peaked at No. 7 on the US Billboard Hot 100. It was the band's fourth and last Top 10 hit. #KROQ

TiVo Stops Selling DVRs, Exiting the Hardware Business After 26 Years variety.com/2025/tv/news...

40 years ago today on October 14, 1985: "Election Day" by Arcadia was released by Parlophone. The song features Grace Jones on vocals and speech segments. The music video directed by Roger Christian was inspired by Jean Cocteau's 1946 film, "La Belle et la Bête." #KROQ

I can't make the NO KINGS parade this Saturday because I'm keynoting at UCLA AASC's reunion celebration. Also, here's how to register for the conference Saturday! Boba, food, and a lot of hope and strategizing to happen! alumni.ucla.edu/event/regene...

40 years ago today on October 14, 1985: 'The Jets,' the debut studio album by Tongan-American family band The Jets was released by MCA Records. "Curiosity," "Crush On You, "Private Number," and their No. 1 ballad "You Got It All" were their hit single releases. ENJOY: youtube.com/playlist?lis...

Making these available again for anyone looking for a sign for a possible freedom-loving get-together. Reformatted to larger sizes: 18 x 24. They scaled fine in the software, havent printed them yet, but they should work. 🖖🏻 #TrekkiesAgainstFascism

Tess Paras ("Crazy Ex-Girlfriend," "Just Add Magic") talks about the challenges Filipino American actors face in acting. #FilipinoAmericanHistoryMonth #FilipinoHollywoodActorsPanel #RepresentationMatters

“Copyright growing pains” is one hell of a euphemism for the biggest IP theft in history

40 years ago today on October 14, 1985: 'Listen Like Thieves' album by INXS was released. It peaked at No. 11 on the US Billboard 200. The first top 5 single in the US was "What You Need." Other hit single releases were "This Time" and "Listen Like Thieves." youtube.com/playlist?lis... #KROQ

When I visited The Kennedy/Marshall Company in 2017 this was the first thing I saw as soon as I stepped off of the elevator. It's the original illustration by Drew Struzan.

Documentary filmmaker Ken Burns’s new PBS series, “The American Revolution,” tells the nation’s founding story. Atlantic editor in chief Jeffrey Goldberg asks Burns: What would the Founding Fathers make of this political moment in America? Watch the full discussion: https://bit.ly/3J6Yqfc

California celebrates Filipino American History Month, recognizing generations of Filipino Americans who have shaped this state’s culture and history. As friends, educators, caregivers, civil rights organizers, and so much more, Filipino Americans are vital to this state.

40 years ago today on October 11, 1985: "King For A Day" by the Thompson Twins was released as the third single from the band's fifth album 'Here's to Future Days.' It peaked at No. 8 on the US Billboard Hot 100 and also peaked at No. 13 on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart. #KROQ

So the haters are already starting upset that a Klingon warrior is wearing a skirt. Well wait till they find out how Viking men dressed when they went into battle. Wonder if they think of them as "woke" fandompulse.substack.com/p/new-york-c...

40 years ago on September 2, 1985: "Pleasure and Pain" by Divinyls from their second studio album 'What a Life!' (1985) was released as the album's third single in the formats of 7-inch single and 12" single. It became one of their most successful songs. #KROQ

Ireland has approved plans to permanently implement a basic income program that will support up to 2,200 artists. A cost-benefit analysis found that for every €1 invested, society receives €1.39 back. Officials from other countries are now expressing interest in the program.

"Officials from Australia, Wales, South Korea, Canada, Norway, Lithuania, Estonia, “northern European arts councils and the Belgian presidency of the Council of the EU” have sought briefings on the scheme, the Minister said." www.irishtimes.com/politics/202...

Diane Keaton's two 1977 leading film roles in "Annie Hall" and “Looking for Mr. Goodbar" are great introductions of her work. Each showcased her in two vastly different roles that defined two opposite sides of dating and relationships for women in the 1970s. Such sad news to hear. Rest in peace.

Vidiots spotted 😍 www.cbsnews.com/amp/news/ind...

I want you to watch this videoclip that I sampled from a Babylon 5 episode (from 1997). It perfectly explains what happened and still happens in America right now. This is all known. for almost a century we knew. But still, we let it happen... again:

What is "plenary authority" and why is it a big deal that Miller said that Trump has it over the national guard?

Jim Lee promises that DC will never use AI, saying "AI doesn't dream, feel, or make art."