The third issue of Retrofuturista extends to more than 120 pages and introduces a refined layout designed specifically for mobile reading.
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This edition includes new interviews with David J Haskins (Bauhaus, Love and Rockets), Jeff VanderMeer (author of Annihilation), Darick Robertson (Transmetropolitan, The Boys), Xiu Xiu, Laurie Lipton, Bill Leeb (Front Line Assembly, Delerium), Alison Braun, JG Thirlwell, Deep Sea Diver, and mclusky. Topics range from post-industrial sound and speculative fiction to underground photography, gothic illustration, and noise-punk minimalism. Continuing its editorial direction, the magazine offers a series of interviews, articles, and conversations spanning music, literature, comics, and visual art—without paywalls, subscriptions, or sponsored content. If you enjoy what you read, consider subscribing to our newsletter or supporting us on Patreon with a small contribution.
This issue features conversations with:
- David J Haskins, musician and author, associated with Bauhaus and Love and Rockets.
- Jeff VanderMeer, writer of speculative fiction, best known for the Southern Reach trilogy and ecological surrealism.
- Darick Robertson, comic book artist, co-creator of Transmetropolitan and The Boys.
- Xiu Xiu, experimental music project led by Jamie Stewart, active since the early 2000s.
- Laurie Lipton, visual artist recognized for her highly detailed black-and-white graphite drawings.
- Bill Leeb, musician and producer, founder of Front Line Assembly and Delerium.
- Alison Braun, photographer who documented the American punk and hardcore scene in the 1980s.
- JG Thirlwell, composer and sound artist involved in projects such as Foetus, Manorexia, and Steroid Maximus.
- Deep Sea Diver, indie rock band founded by Jessica Dobson, known for both solo work and collaborations.
- mclusky, Welsh noise-rock band formed in the late 1990s, known for stripped-down arrangements and abrasive lyrics.
Retrofuturista remains entirely free and accessible in digital format. The complete index of all issues is available here:
https://retrofuturista.com/retrofuturista-issue-index/
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