Music
Staff Report | Dec 17, 2021
Want to celebrate the holidays in steampunk style? Here’s a sampling of holiday-themed music, old and new, from musical acts that cater to steampunk fans. They include selections from Abney Park, Madam Misfit, Professor Elemental, and more.
Music
Staff Report | Dec 9, 2021
This week’s music news includes a holiday album from Abney Park, a box set from Mr. B The Gentleman Rhymer, a music video of a Frenchy and the Punk oldie, and a side project from Unwoman.
Television
Staff Report | Dec 2, 2021
The production companies behind Around the World in 80 Days announced a double-helping of unexpected news: They’re planning a second season of the series, and they’re developing a new adventure based on Journey to the Center of the Earth.
Places
Staff Report | Dec 1, 2021
Many steampunk fans would love to live in a town that has its own brick-and-mortar steampunk shop. But now St. Augustine, Florida boasts two, with the launch of a second, larger Aunt Matilda’s Steampunk Trunk near the original location.
Events
Staff Report | Dec 1, 2021
After a year “down the rabbit hole,” the event returns Saturday to downtown Vallejo, California, featuring the steampunk-inspired art cars of Obtainium Works along with projects by other artists.
Entertainment
Staff Report | Dec 1, 2021
It may be the holiday season, but when it comes to new steampunk offerings on major streaming services, the cupboard this month is nearly bare. The main standout is Hulu, which is showing Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow as well as Guy Ritchie’s two Sherlock Holmes films starring Robert Downey Jr.
On Stage
Staff Report | Nov 25, 2021
In this off-Broadway play, Ebenezer Scrooge has died under mysterious circumstances, and an adult Tiny Tim enlists Sherlock Holmes to investigate. It runs through Jan. 2 at the New World Stages theater complex in New York City.
Television
Staff Report | Nov 24, 2021
The series, inspired by the League of Legends video game, has scored well with critics and viewers, and it’s also getting rave reviews on social media from steampunk fans. The second season is now in production.
Music
Staff Report | Nov 18, 2021
The multi-talented artist and musician has been busy lately with Strange Weather, his latest EP, along with a new music video inspired by the opening track. He’s also launched a UK tour in support of the new album.
Books
Staff Report | Nov 16, 2021
Our book roundup includes the latest Delightfully Deadly tale from Gail Carriger along with new titles by Colin Edmonds, Anne Renwick, Jessica Nettles, Bonsart Bokel, Dean F. Wilson, Eric Asher, Patricia Loofbourrow, and more.
Fashion
Staff Report | Nov 10, 2021
Laura Meyer, a self-described “Sartorial Anthropologist” in Milwaukee, has launched a Kickstarter campaign for The Victorian Collection: Advanced Costuming Techniques, a hardcover book that will feature 15 of her Victorian/steampunk costume designs.
Events
Staff Report | Nov 10, 2021
Billed as “Greatest Show (and Tell) on Earth,” Maker Faire is a showcase for DIY creativity in crafts, robotics, woodworking, and many other categories. The Orlando event takes place this weekend at the Central Florida Fairgrounds & Expo Halls.
Cosplay
Staff Report | Nov 9, 2021
On most days, Mary Anne Ellis is a mild-mannered librarian in the Southern History Department of the Birmingham (Alabama) Public Library. But on or around Halloween, she becomes the Steampunk Librarian, sometimes posing for photos with patrons and colleagues. She’s been doing it since 2011.
Crowdfunding
Staff Report | Nov 4, 2021
Vermilion Concept launched a Kickstarter campaign for “The Shadow Out of Time,” a steampunk pocket watch inspired by the H.P. Lovecraft novella of the same name. We also have updates on other recent steampunk projects on the crowdfunding site.
Music
Staff Report | Nov 4, 2021
New for your steampunk listening pleasure: Music videos from Frenchy and the Punk and Japan’s Fate Gear, plus a Halloween-themed EP from the UK music hall duo The Cogkneys.
Entertainment
Staff Report | Oct 30, 2021
Once again, we’re previewing steampunk-related movies and TV series slated to debut on major streaming services. Highlights for November include The Electrical Life of Louis Wain on Amazon Prime Video, Jungle Cruise on Disney+, The Prestige on Hulu and Paramount+, and Arcane and Cowboy Bebop on Netflix.
Music
Staff Report | Oct 28, 2021
The Cog is Dead leader John Sprocket is building a permanent home recording studio, and to help fund the project, he’s planning a live stream concert on Saturday, Dec. 4 at 4 p.m. Eastern time.
Music
Staff Report | Oct 27, 2021
They include symphonic gothic metal from Valentine Wolfe, a nautically themed number from Ghostfire, and an electro-swing collaboration by Madam Misfit and Victor and the Bully, plus Unwoman’s terrifying take on Dolly Parton’s “Jolene.”
Events
Staff Report | Oct 27, 2021
After a year off due to you-know-what, the Edwardian Ball will return Feb. 4 and 5 to the Regency Ballroom in San Francisco. This will be the 21st edition of the gathering, which has become a major event on the Bay Area steampunk calendar.
Events
Staff Report | Oct 25, 2021
As part of the multi-genre convention, Mad Raven Productions will present a full track of steampunk programming, including panels, tea dueling, make-and-take workshops, and live-action role play.
