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Why Austin Wintory Re-recorded Journey’s Soundtrack 10 Years Later

On March 13, 2012, 10 years ago to the date, thatgamecompany released Journey, quickly called one of the greatest games of all time. Its quiet, meditative approach to gameplay and emphasis on multiplayer that promotes connection rather than competition was, for the time, especially novel. The game accrued a massive fan base, countless awards, and recognition from not only the game industry but the art world at large.  More personally, it completely changed composer Austin Wintory's life. Nowadays, he's one of the more recognizable names in video game soundtracks. Though it wasn't his first job, or even his first time working with Thatgamecompany (he composed the soundtrack to the studio's first commercial game, Flow), it was the project that put...

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How to Toss Pizza Dough

If you plan to toss, start with the recipe. Without the right kind of flour and the right approach, your dough will not develop the gluten it needs for a strong, stretchy texture. Once you have the right recipe, practice shaping and tossing until you become a true pizzaiolo. Not all pizza chefs toss their dough, but it is an excellent way to flatten and widen your dough with minimal compression, keeping the dough light.[1] [Edit]Ingredients 1 cup (240mL) warm water 1 cup (240mL) ice cold water 1/2 tablespoon (7.5mL) salt 1 tablespoon (15mL) sugar 2 tablespoon (30mL) olive oil 1 packet active dry yeast About 5½ cups (685g) flour [Edit]Steps [Edit]Making the Dough Choose your recipe. Most pizza chefs...

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Best Large Jewelry Box out of top 16

  1. Kendal Kendal Hardwood Large Wooden Jewelry Box Organizer with Mirror and Lock WJC03HT 2 swing out cabinets each with 4 necklace hooks 14 earrings slots and 2 storage ledges Exquisitely lined retro designed jewelry box Sturdy wood construction Perfect for protecting your beloved jewelry from damage Weight 606 pounds Top lid has a large glass mirror nestled inside The box is lockable with the included tassel key 7 suede lined ring slots 20 compartments for maximum jewelry storage   2. AKOZLIN AKOZLIN Large Jewelry Box Organizer Functional Huge Lockable, Leather Jewelry Storage Case for Women Girls Ring Necklace Earring Bracelet Holder Organizer with Mirror Large capacity with 6 versatile pull out drawers this black huge jewelry box can...

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What to do this week(end): March 11-17

As if Governors Island weren’t relaxing enough, it now offers a spa. Photo: Photo by Laura Peruchi on Unsplash Happy happy Friday, everybody, and welcome to the weekend! Not just ANY weekend, either, but that glorious one that comes only once a year, when the clocks switch back and the days get longer again and wretched winter’s days are numbered! I’m just back from Mexico for my first vacation in two years and all I’ll say is that I got just a taste of the sun and sand and I’m hooked once again.  What have you all been up to? Just doing your best to bore our new mayor to tears, I take it? (eyerollllll) Hopefully, you’ve been able to...

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18 Coolest Coat Hanger Organizers

  1. Funamily Space Saving Wood Clothes Hangers 5-in-1, Non Slip Magic Hanger Closet Organizer, Multifunctional Collapsible Hangers for Coats Suits Shirts, One Pack by Funamily (with 2 Clips) Elegant design magic hangersheavy duty coat hangers with removable 5pcs single hanger easy to hang on and take off Hanger collapsible widely used for coat suit sweater tshirt jacket dressesetc Hangers for closet organizer5 layers clothes hangers non slip with 2pcs swivel metal clips You are able to use this funamily hanger vertically and horizontally as you like Multifunctional closet organizerthe hook of the cloth hanger can be rotated 360 freely which can be applied to various closet rods Hanger organizer stacker can be rotated 360 degrees and evenly dried clothes...

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