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@thesharkpianist.bsky.social
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Ponderings, piano, and poetry (and periodically politics). Site (under construction): thesharkpianist.neocities.org Vids: www.youtube.com/@thesharkpianist Streams: www.twitch.tv/thesharkpianist

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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 14/10/2026
a haiku: Epic Games Launcher Cannot even launch Fortnite Vibe coded losers
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Stop Killing Games @stopkillinggames.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
docs.google.com/document/d/1...
Description of how the EU Kids Act applies to video games, what it will do, and what it might do
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
It's been a VERY long time coming, but I finally took that Drunken Sailor variation I arranged and hastily recorded, and have uploaded it online. Very rough around the edges, and I plan on redoing it after a few other music projects, but please enjoy!
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Drunken Streamer (demo, 2023)
YouTube video by The Shark Pianist
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 04/10/2026
I have been so greatly enjoying Dressmaker streams that I want to play the game myself. In a world of asset swap 1st person wage slave simulator slop games, be a Dressmaker.
Harry Potter and Ron Weasly being chased by Tom on the train meme. Harry is labeled "Streamer playing [the game] Dressmaker, and Ron is labeled "Dressmaker NPCs". They look behind them in horror, screaming, being chased by Tom riding a the train, a crazed and feral look of hungry glee upon his face. Tom is labeled "Chat goading Streamer to make the fugliest dress in all existence".
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Edobean | Commissions: OPEN @edobean.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
We have bills that still need to be paid such as rent, utility bills, and the debt relief. Any help is always appreciated and if you can spread the word, that helps too. In the process of finding a legal representative for my next appeal. Wish me luck. gofund.me/2759f431d
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Donate to Support My Fight Against Fibromyalgia, organized by Edo Bean
NOTE: Had to reupload a new Gofundme due to someone hacking into this. I've already got… Edo Bean needs your support for Support My Fight Against Fibromyalgia
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Late night review of Resident Evil. Fantastic movie. We all think we'd be Leon and/or Chris, but let's be real. We'd be Grace on a good day, and Bryan on a regular one.
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A ★★★★ review of Resident Evil (2026)
Bryan never gets a single thank you for risking life and limb for what should've been an ordinary job. In fact, I don't think he gets a lick of gratitude or mercy the entire time. He's a pathetically ...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Actionable item for Europeans here on Bluesky. Gotta love how corrupt games industry lobby and big tech have become. www.youtube.com/watch?v=mQRc...
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This could legitimately end Stop Killing Games.
YouTube video by Stop Killing Games
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
Friendly reminder that Gavin Newsom threw lavish super-parties at his mansion while the rest of us were in lockdown, and many other issues. He's always sucked.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Somebody shared a Metroid Ravenous title generator. I knew what must be done.
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Edobean | Commissions: OPEN @edobean.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Next bill is my car insurance ($61). Due on the 15th. Just another one of those bills I gotta pay you know. Any help is appreciated.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 05/09/2026
Labor Day Weekend honors and remembers those who laid their lives to give us the most base of workplace rights. A salute to all who have to work those days. Oh, and join a union.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 03/09/2026
Going live with an attempt at a cooking stream. Trying out the lavalier mic to see if it works, too. www.twitch.tv/thesharkpian...
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TheSharkPianist - Twitch
Hello, I am the Shark Pianist! I'm broadcasting my music practice, to get more comfortable with being around recording equipment. Nothing fancy, but I hope you'll enjoy your time on my stream. — TheSh...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 26/08/2026
Tori Oriane's subathon, after 106 days, is finally over.
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Edobean | Commissions: OPEN @edobean.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Still trying to pay one big bill for this month. $476 that's due on the 20th. If anyone could help that would be super appreciated. You can go to GFM or you can PayPal me if that's more comfortable for you (info on linktree on profile). gofund.me/1fdba8419
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Donate to Support My Fight Against Fibromyalgia, organized by Edo Bean
NOTE: Had to reupload a new Gofundme due to someone hacking into this. I've already got… Edo Bean needs your support for Support My Fight Against Fibromyalgia
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 18/08/2026
I need to write two poems in the next week. Let's figure this out with the jankiest stream I've ever done. More jank setup than my piano streams. Starting after I've had dinner, some time after 8 PM Eastern / 7 Central / 5 Pacific times! www.twitch.tv/thesharkpian...
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TheSharkPianist - Twitch
Hello, I am the Shark Pianist! I'm broadcasting my music practice, to get more comfortable with being around recording equipment. Nothing fancy, but I hope you'll enjoy your time on my stream.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
This man is wholly unqualified for the job. Call your representatives this week and politely tell their staff that Jeffries should not be in House leadership.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 16/08/2026
Late night review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Eat your heart out, whichever editor at Marvel Comics made the One More Day and Brand New Day storylines. Also whichever editor made Paul.
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A ★★★★ review of Spider-Man: Brand New Day (2026)
One of the things I really appreciated about Brand New Day is that it feels like a standalone Spider-Man film, which is something prior MCU films failed to do. I think this was, as far as MCU films go...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 15/08/2026
Well, I guess even people forget to change things that easily could be. It's a teaser for Raimi's Spider-Man 3, by the way.
A 19 year-old YouTube video entitled "Teaser Trailer", with a pitch black thumbnail.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
Long time coming. Time to get to work and transfer what I've got left.
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Zach Bussey 🍁 @zachbussey.tos.gg · 12/08/2026
Twitch now uses your channel to train generative AI by default. You can opt out of some training here: www.twitch.tv/settings/sec...
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Allow your channel content to train generative AI content models at Amazon. Turning this off does not opt you out of Twitch and Amazon using your channel content for other purposes described in the Twitch Privacy Notice, including using AI-supported Twitch features that benefit the community by facilitating streamer growth and monetization (such as real-time sponsorship campaign assistance), viewer discovery (such as recommendations), and community safety (such as AutoMod). Learn more
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Edobean | Commissions: OPEN @edobean.bsky.social · 09/08/2026
Still need help with bills. Have a big bill due very soon. Don't want another miss payment again. Any help is always appreciated.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 08/08/2026
Late night review of The Odyssey. It's very late. I need to get to bed. Good movie. Not perfect, but good. Go see it if you are able.
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A ★★★★ review of The Odyssey (2026)
Firstly, this is an incredibly competent film - Nolan surrounds himself with amazing filmmakers, and generally speaking, it shows. Pacing and editing are pretty good as well, and plenty of visual stor...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
Please give if you can, share if you can't. This project helps artists keep their dreams alive. Organizers say if they can't meet the goals this year, they'll have to shutter this non-profit. This world needs more artists. gogetfunding.com/the-animator...
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The Animator Dormitory Project 2026
The New Animator Dormitory allows animators within their first three years in the industry (a particularly rigorous period of their careers) to live on-site for less than 200 dollars (including rent, ...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
I want everyone to know that if Sylla Aria ever streams "Legend of the River King 2", it was me. (also they are really nice person)
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 23/07/2026
Finally have a bit of time to do a guerilla stream for Rhythm Heaven Groove! Going in fully blind. Love the series, can't wait to jump in! See you 5:30 Eastern Time! www.twitch.tv/thesharkpian...
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TheSharkPianist - Twitch
Hello, I am the Shark Pianist! I'm broadcasting my music practice, to get more comfortable with being around recording equipment. Nothing fancy, but I hope you'll enjoy your time on my stream.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Another successful fanart project done, hosted by the wonderful @jellyjessbeans.art. I hope to continue to get better at art, and to make more people smile.
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Shark (@thesharkpianist) | Cara - Artist Social & Portfolio Platform
Jellyjessbeans vtuber art raid, 2026-07-18
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 20/07/2026
That settles it - the Essie curse has been debunked, the Male Unemployment Corollary is bogus, and The Miku Curse is now on its way to become a theory. Congrats to Spain! That was a spectacularly earned win.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 16/07/2026
Kegsbreath talks real shit for somebody who can't even properly bench some weights.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
The Argentina vs England match was breathtaking. Also, poor essie - I can't imagine the kind of pressure she's under with her spectacularly bad luck. #sheppost
Yhorm Dark Souls meme. The Tarnished is labeled "THOUSANDS OF SPORTS ANALYSTS", and Yhorm is labeled "A sweet-hearted, sports-loving sheep vtuber". Estelle, a.k.a. essie, has shown great enthusiasm for the 2026 World Cup, but every team she has tweeted her support for has been eliminated from the 16 bracket.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
HEY YOU GUYS LIKE SCIENCE? The US Government is proposing rule changes to how federal science research grants are handed out, changing it from a merit-based system to a politically-controlled system that will effectively kill science as we know it in the US. Public comments due by midnight!
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Regulation for Federal Financial Assistance
The Office of Management and Budget (OMB) proposes to revise the Guidance for Federal Financial Assistance to improve government- wide policies and requirements related to the management of grants, co...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Gosh, I hope none of the studios buy this platform.
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Netflix Among Parties in Early Talks to Buy Letterboxd: Report
Letterboxd has reportedly held exploratory sales talks with Netflix, Paramount, Sony Pictures and other parties.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 09/07/2026
This is simultaneously hilarious and disturbing. Good on her for actually making this, because it really calls people out for crossing lines that shouldn't be crossed. (context: every team she's rooted for so far has been knocked out of the World Cup and people are getting angry)
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MY OFFICIAL APOLOGY TO THE WORLD.
YouTube video by essie ch.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
I saw Supergirl the other day. I think I was hoping it would be around the ballpark of Superman 2025, which is why my review is as harsh. It's not a bad film by any means, but I definitely wanted more.
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A ★★★ review of Supergirl (2026)
I have not read the Woman of Tomorrow comics. I've heard the gist of them, and that they're phenomenal. Let's start with the positives. I think Alcock does a good job of portraying Supergirl and her g...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
"You see, I was on a boat to Australia with my Uncle Henry, but a wave washed me and this chicken ashore in a strange desert land, and now the chicken speaks and I got rescued by a princess, a scarecrow, a tin woodsman, and a lion, and there were evil gnomes allergic to eggs, and..."
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
New film review! I'll be honest, if I hadn't been in a group that was going to watch it, I think I would've passed it over. While it has its flaws, I had a wonderful time.
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A ★★★½ review of GOAT (2026)
I'm sorry, GOAT, I was mostly unfamiliar with your game. The story is quite simple and straightforward, but is also amazingly heartfelt and honest. There's also a shocking level of, how to say, freedo...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 28/06/2026
Work was so slow today that I hammered out a watercolor. It's up on Cara!
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Shark (@thesharkpianist) | Cara - Artist Social & Portfolio Platform
Duck Variations: Birds CAN Taste Spicy, Apparently
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 27/06/2026
Jon Townsend intensifies
Screenshot from the Great American Spice Company's website. It shows a 10 pound box of whole nutmeg selling for $194.84
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 24/06/2026
Planning on streaming around 3 PM EST. Not sure if it'll be music or gaming or video editing. Stay tuned. www.twitch.tv/thesharkpian...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
My old friend Bobby co-wrote a new economic paper analyzing the national debt. Give it a looksee if you want to see Bernie's former numbers guy in the Senate work his mathemagical ways:
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 23/06/2026
Straight guy reviews iconic queer anime. Happy Pride.
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A ★★★½ review of Revolutionary Girl Utena: The Movie (1999)
Let's start with my criticism of the film. The film retells and condenses the entirety of the manga into a single film, and it shows. There is a lot of context missing for future payoffs and revelatio...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 21/06/2026
This is utterly shameful and 100% an abuse of power, but they wouldn't be doing this if they weren't in an incredibly weak position.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 19/06/2026
I've never seen such an uneven score in the World Cup. Ever.
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Jim Davis @jimdavismtg.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
PSA for streamers who don't want stupid AI shit forced on their content, you can turn off the new "AI summary" thing that's been popping up in your dashboard under settings.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 11/06/2026
Hey, did you know I stream? Shocking, I know. It won't be much or anything amazing or special, but it'll be a low key vibe and lurker friendly. Drop on by, even if for just a bit!
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TheSharkPianist - Twitch
New laptop testrun! | Potato-cam Piano
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 08/06/2026
Massie is a piece of garbage, but this is true. Call your reps in Congress, and say that Section 224 of the NDAA is a threat to national security and US sovereignty, and that they should vote NO.
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Úna-Minh (That's my first name!) 🔜 AdventureX @unaminh.bsky.social · 31/05/2026
IMPORTANT: For any artists/writers/etc etc, using Linktree to point people to their work, from 5 July, they'll be feeding all imagery you use on your landing page into DALL-E by OpenAI. I deleted my account this morning.
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cross couloir ☄️ Comet Angel on Steam @crosscouloir.cc · 28/05/2026
In the spring of 1899, a terrible tragedy befell the house of the Blackwell family. Experience over 35 unique endings in this Gothic narrative RPG of guilt, faith, and revenge. Wishlist Crimson Grace now! store.steampowered.com/app/4750370/... #indiegames #visualnovel #rpg
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Crimson Grace on Steam
Crimson Grace is a Victorian Gothic narrative RPG where your skills, dice rolls, and choices decide the terrible fate of the Blackwell household. Weave a web of lies to get away with murder... or embr...
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
The bitter irony about telling authors to check out Kojima games as inspiration into how AI and technology are used by the haves against the have-nots, and thereby control the world. Literally. Three. Days. Ago.
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 06/05/2026
I enjoy Star Fox, but I want more sequels T-T
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Shark @thesharkpianist.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Data centers have been built so rapidly in my area that in addition to our water and electric bills going way up, we're projected to have brownouts in a couple years. Neolibs and neocons have a habit of destroying historic communities in the name of money. Communities don't recover after that.
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