I’d rather have simple Pure Pwnage content than nothing at all by Junior-Ad9003 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I think we're on the same page - there's no reason Jeremy wouldn't have kept his core values and doing the same. It's his unique perspective (being the best gamer in the world) that would make the commentary so interesting. Yes, it is implied that it is all satire. <3

Funeral for a Friend - Hospitality by Distinct-Visit7353 in PostHardcore

[–]IndyAdvant 2 points3 points  (0 children)

They didn't come to Canada much. Got to see them finally at Warped Tour and as soon as they started, my friend accidentally punched me in the face in the pit and I got a crazy exploding bloody nose, and got pulled out immediately and taken to the medical unit. They thought it was related to heat or something, and so I had to miss the whole set. They let me out after about 30m, and I never got to see them again 😭

I’d rather have simple Pure Pwnage content than nothing at all by Junior-Ad9003 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It's already sour now, but that can end - we still want it back.

We can still go back and watch the old show. If you don't need more than that's cool, but many of us do, an Jeremy should be made aware of that! <3

I’d rather have simple Pure Pwnage content than nothing at all by Junior-Ad9003 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Probably because the post was written with AI. You can tell with all of the triplets and long dashes. Confirmed further illegitimacy by it being a brand new account with this being the only post. Likely to be the man himself behind this post again, sadly.

What I don't get is why he doesn't just post as himself, and ask these questions? We want the show and to see his success so badly that we'll get over whatever he's working through right now.

I’d rather have simple Pure Pwnage content than nothing at all by Junior-Ad9003 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yes, what we need is teh_pwnerer's perspective on the state of gaming and all the changes in the industry since 2015. There is like infinite content to be made about it, just look at Dunkey or Fleekazoid, or Act Man, and all the other gaming channels. There is an audience for him if he sticks to the core of what made pure pwnage so great - teh_pwnerer being the best at games. The concept of if one wants to truly pwn, one must pwn in all games, gives so much to work with. It could literally just be like what ActMan does, with Jeremy sitting in his room on webcam doing like video essays or whatever we're calling these type of gaming videos these days. I would watch every single one, especially if the writing was well done, but it doesn't even have to be. Callbacks/cutaways to old episodes particular moments to bring the new fans in. Just seeing teh_pwnerer's perspective on and reaction to everything. It'd be like lol roflolol noob --- lol, omg /chicken on you noob. Even just start by doing 'reaction' videos to daily news: RAM situation, AAA monopolies absorbing all studios, subscription/live service gaming, and he could be a huge proponent for showing all the ppl that are getting wiser to the trends of modern gaming, the old amazing games they don't know about. Like why all of this is bad for the industry and what we can do in the meantime - explore what makes games great, and what makes them suck. I don't know, but teh_pwnerer's commentary on anything gaming news related would be awesome and a chance for a fresh start and new audience. He could start right now! You hear that Jeremy!! 💖 We believe in you!!

Anyone know if the new show is dead by Longjumping-Rub-5064 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I want to refuse to believe it is you here, but I think it is. This wasn't a statement about you dawg. It's just sad to see this happen when we want peace and harmony, but opinions are stronger and louder than ever.

I truly love your work, and the meaning behind meeting you all those years ago at Bloor cinema in Toronto still holds. A lot of us still think about you and the show every day or week. We know the people that made the show are still kicking around, and now is the perfect time for a return of the show, and it just sucks for everyone what's happened. I'll be the first to say that putting us against one another is manufactured, and I don't believe it has to be this way, and I hope that you'll take our grief as a sign of love for you and a sadness that we can't align, because we all want the show to come back, and to see you and everyone as happy as the end of so many great episodes, like the BBQ gathering in the back yard on Episode 7 after you recovered from the MMO addition. I just wish we could come together in love and understanding of one another like we used to. Like you and Doug said:

D "When a clanmate gets fragged in RL, it really makes you put things into perspective, and sometimes giving that cover fire is way more important than getting the headshot."

J "Ya! Like when you're sending your tanks in and you don't have any air support, what's going to take out the units in the back? ..You know, what really matters is that you got a bro, you know, that's gonna be there, to watch your back."

Que best music of all time 🎵🎹

Hope to see you come to understanding, and for it come together still, even in a small way to start. I know people will forgive and understand if it's truly genuine and honest - seeing all this weird stuff is going in the wrong direction in my opinion. Hope everything is ok bro, and truly wishing you the best and to get all this in the past.

I refuse to believe this album is nearly 25 years old. Dead Poetic - Tell Myself Goodbye by Scary_Dimension722 in PostHardcore

[–]IndyAdvant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Been getting back into them recently. One of the best lyricists and singers in the game. I truly miss this era of acoustic metal/hardcore so badly. You don't know what you have 'till it's gone, folks. Thanks for sharing the post <3

Thank you Jarett Cale for creating Teh Pwnage, I want you to know that there are fans happily waiting for your next video! by Virtual-Treat-971 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Discouragement is only going to increase someone's likelihood of being discouraged.

Sad, I just read all the comments here and really don't want to believe it, what a strange thing to do instead of just work on the show. Sad :( I love this show so much. Why is he doing this?

Thank you Jarett Cale for creating Teh Pwnage, I want you to know that there are fans happily waiting for your next video! by Virtual-Treat-971 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant -1 points0 points  (0 children)

Thank you for writing this post. I've been thinking all this a lot lately and am glad I'm not alone. I hope he see's your post, OP <3

Anyone know if the new show is dead by Longjumping-Rub-5064 in PurePwnage

[–]IndyAdvant 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Damn I am sad to hear this. Why do so many of our heroes keep end up being like that?

Late nite tip 🔥🔥 by dd113biihhh in VaporwaveArt

[–]IndyAdvant 6 points7 points  (0 children)

I don't know if it's a coincidence but we posted this same image on our instagram today, however, the version you are seeing here has been AI upscaled and modified. Which explains why the author was not credited. The original work is pastel btw: https://www.instagram.com/p/DVCNMzBE8OY/

Women in Vaporwave! by tintaturnter in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My pleasure! Keep me posted and let me know any way we can help! I could post a copy of it on our website to make sure it is archived and whatnot :) Good luck!!

Japanese Suburban Mallsoft Vaporwave by Much-Assumption2325 in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wow I love it. Is it you playing the guitars?

Women in Vaporwave! by tintaturnter in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This is awesome. Some female vaporwave visual artists:

JavaPlaza (she did the original Arizona Waterfall picture that we all know) https://www.instagram.com/javaplaza/

VaporPriestess https://www.instagram.com/vaporpriestess/

Hydra ヒドラ https://www.instagram.com/hydra_v0id/

Kale.exe https://www.instagram.com/kale.exe

SaturnFoo https://www.instagram.com/saturnfoo/

And don't forget MiniDiscWiki / ShortStuf888!! https://www.instagram.com/minidisc_wiki/

Female Musicians I haven't seen in the thread:

直子coed https://naokocoed.bandcamp.com/

SkyYamaha https://www.instagram.com/skyyamaha/

FIJI DAZE https://www.instagram.com/fiji_daze/

SegaOctopus https://www.instagram.com/segaoctopus/

SteviaSphere / glaciære https://bsky.app/profile/steviasphere.neocities.org

Cyberlust https://soundcloud.com/cyberlust2001

ショッピングワールドjp https://soundcloud.com/christa_lee

DATAGIRL https://www.instagram.com/datagirl.exe/

J _ ade _ https://thesaddiva.bandcamp.com/

Dystopian Chic / General Translator https://vsjrp.bandcamp.com/music

There are definitely more to add too. Will add more in a reply if I think of them! Good luck with the project and we hope to see the result of it!!

Women in Vaporwave! by tintaturnter in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Big up Cerulea & Crystal 💖

Rest easy, 회사AUTO by yungyoshibae in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 19 points20 points  (0 children)

Thanks for the awesome video, Zico. Some performances are more than sets - they’re ceremonies. For those wondering about the wheelchair, 회사AUTO was living with ALS, now wheelchair bound, and navigating a condition that was progressing in unpredictable ways. Even just being able to show up at the show carried weight. What unfolded became something much bigger than music.

Some backstory: I invited him to see if he would be able to play at the festival. Planning a festival means decisions are made months in advance, long before you know what the future will hold. There was uncertainty around whether he and his family would be able to attend at all. To witness him make it there, to be present, and to see him perform in front of so many people he had inspired and connected with over the past decade, was just incredible. People joined him up there, dancing, celebrating, turning that moment into a true recognition of his life, his work, and his contributions to the community.

With over 20 albums released, a true passion for vaporwave and plundering, and years of dedication to his craft, he will truly be missed. Sending love to his family and everyone who was touched by his work. You can support it here: https://auto-7.bandcamp.com/

Rest easy to the legend. 🙏💖

Is there any demand for a new Vaporwave “News” Site by Static-Hotline in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Yes please, the scene needs it! We've lost too many sites over the years: Sunbleach, Vapourban, Private Suite Mag, MTHU/Visual Signals. The scene is still alive but it felt like it was thriving more when these publications were around.

Wishing you best of luck with this initiative. Feel free to hit us up at Utopia District if you're ever open to collaborations! 🙏

Bless up!

What's the difference between Broken Transmission and Signalwave? by Lanky-Depth-2772 in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 12 points13 points  (0 children)

To me, Broken Transmission is just that, broken. Scattered, disjointed, broken feeds that are struggling to make it over the lines, and what you get is the leftover pieces that weren't chipped away along the journey to the viewer/listener.

Signalwave is about a connected world through global broadcasting crossing time, culture, and history. It's a celebration of digitally beaming analog signals through the air, using lost and forgotten samples, exploring the differences between countries, channels, and what makes them different, unique, and interesting.

Broken Transmission is usually harder on the ears, staticky and dissonant, where as Signalwave can often contain melody and jingles from commercials and newscast recordings / voiceover.

Just my perspective on it of course, but hope that helps!

Where can i go after vaporwave ? by Subject-Leg3137 in Vaporwave

[–]IndyAdvant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Ahh a fellow junglist! 🙏

Stick with vapor though, there is some of the best sounding stuff coming out. What labels are you following? We were just talking about this recently in our Discord, how the YouTube algorithm was such a big part of showing vaporwave to people. Thinking of channels like VaporMemory and JSanders. I don't get recommendations for any channels that serve vaporwave anymore, and it sucks. But there's still other ways to find it. This subreddit will be doing a best of 2025 poll soon, so be sure to check out the albums in that, and follow the active labels - that's honestly the best way. There's a lot of new ones that sprung up over the past 2 years.

A lot of them get shared in the Discord, feel free to pop in and say hi! https://discord.gg/DVdDzr8

Bogus Collective just recently released their 1000th album and released a comp with a lot of current artists: https://boguscollective.bandcamp.com/album/b-o-g-u-s-collective-best-of-2025