Witch house, also known as drag, is a subgenre of electronic music that emerged in the early 2010s. It is characterized by its dark and haunting sound, often incorporating elements of trap, hip hop, and industrial music. The genre takes inspiration from various sources, including witchcraft, horror films, and the occult. Witch house is known for its slow tempo and heavy use of reverb and other effects to create an eerie atmosphere. The music often features chopped and screwed vocals, distorted synths, and atmospheric samples. It has a distinct lo-fi and DIY aesthetic, with many artists producing and releasing their music independently.

Magical Dads Day 🎩🐇

Combining magic and the love of dads, this event is a unique way for children and families to celebrate Father’s Day! Celebrate the magic of dads with us while sharing a magical up close and personal experience with entertainment presented by a variety of talented local magicians and creating a few great Father’s Day art projects that make great gifts.

Monty the Magician magic shows at 10:30am, 11:30 am, and 12:30pm and Professor Hughdini at 1:30pm and 2:30pm
Children will have the opportunity to create magic hats and make special gifts for dads! Don’t miss a special reading of “This Book Is Magic” by Ashley Evanson at 11am.

Event is included in the price of admission, which is $7 for adults and children 1 year and older. Click for tickets.

AbracaDAD! The Woodlands Children’s Museum is celebrating Father’s Day with a magical twist! On Saturday, June 19, children can create a magical day with dad by enjoying a magic show and other spellbinding activities at the museum.

Monty the Magician, an award-winning children’s magician, will perform at 10:30am, 11:30am, and 12:30pm on the museum’s stage. Monty has performed thousands of shows for children and is an experienced showman who enjoys interacting with families and sharing the art of magic.
Professor Hughdini is known throughout the Houston area for his thrilling and dazzling style of magic. With over 30 years of experience, his up-close illusions and comedy is enjoyed by all ages. Catch Professor Hughdini at the museum for shows at 1:30pm and 2:30pm during Magical Dads Day.

“Magic offers the opportunity for families to experience wonderment and illusion together and to explore creative ways to make the impossible possible,” stated Angela Colton, the museum’s Executive Director. “Through the art of magic, children can learn sequential thinking, communication, and build self-confidence.”

Also during Magical Dads Day, families can enjoy storytime at 11:00am with a reading of This Book Is Magic by Ashley Evanson. In this interactive story, children use their imaginations and finger-play to perform charming magic tricks. Find out what happens when the tricks don’t always turn out the way you expect!

Be sure to bring dad over to The Muse Art Bar too, where families can work together to create magic hats and a one-of-a-kind nuts and bolts Father’s Day gift.

Daddy's Magic Hugs for You

Celebrate the special bond between a little one and their daddy in this heartwarming story all wrapped up in love. Filled with comforting cuddles and a message that's truer than true – Daddy's hugs are magic, and he will always love you.

Best for ages 0 to 6
Preview all 30 pages before buying
Printed and shipped in 48 hours

How is the book personalized?

1. Add Daddy's name to the story and personalize his illustrated character.
2. Add a child to the story. They'll both star on the front cover, and throughout.
3. Write a loving dedication and we'll print it on the first page, for free.
4. Choose a charming cover - pick from four colors, or opt for our Christmas cover design.

What's the story?

A sweet everyday story to celebrate the special bond between a little one and their daddy. As children grow up and explore the world, their daddy's hugs make sure they feel safe and loved – every step of the way.

Size & quality

Every book is printed as a unique, one-off edition. We use thick, high-quality paper sourced from sustainable forests (FSC-certified) so it's good for our wonderful planet, too. Available in softcover, super-sturdy hardcover, or luxurious layflat.

• 30 pages long
• Size: 9" x 9"
• Made in the USA

Rated 4.8 out of 5

"Such a sweet story to strengthen the bond between a little one and their daddy." – Jan

"I love that this book shows a caring father who is a safe place for his child."

A snuggly celebration of their special bond

Put a little one and their daddy in a tale made just for them! This cozy, cuddly story is the sweetest way to capture the magic of their relationship.

A gift they'll always remember

Capture the story of those precious early years with this tale they'll both treasure forever. It's the perfect gift to show a little one they're oh-so-loved and to remind Daddy just how important he is.

I founded Magic Dads mentor program because gun violence is traumatizing Memphis students

It has a distinct lo-fi and DIY aesthetic, with many artists producing and releasing their music independently. The origins of witch house can be traced back to artists such as Salem, oOoOO, and Balam Acab, who gained popularity through platforms like MySpace and Youtube. These artists combined elements of gothic and electronic music, creating a unique sound that resonated with a niche audience.

As a special education teaching assistant, I know that everything children experience in their communities follows them through the schoolhouse doors.

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At Magic Hands Barbershop in Memphis, boys fill the parking lot each summer day and often throughout the school year, too. They come to get haircuts or shop at the nearby convenience store. From time to time, they stand in front of the store, offering to do odd jobs so they can get something to eat at the Magic Wings next door. Sometimes parents leave their children in the parking lot, using them as bait to panhandle.

When boys congregate, too often, the impulse is to force them to leave, but shop owner Jason Bobo, and the men who run and visit the barbershop took a different approach. We decided to meet the kids where they are, literally; five years ago, in that parking lot, we started a boys mentoring program called Magic Dads.

Long before Shelby County School Board members issued their call to action to curb gun violence and youth violence on Monday, I have been working with my organization Magic Dads to do just that. As a special education teaching assistant, I know that everything children experience in their communities follows them through the schoolhouse doors.

Dedrick Ford (Courtesy photo)

Every day, children are walking to school and summer camp carrying the weight of bookbags and trauma. As a graphic artist, I saw their pain firsthand when I owned a custom T-shirt shop, and about 65-70% of my income was from RIP tees. These shirts, commonly worn at funerals and memorials, feature the name and image of the deceased, and about half the time, the faces staring back at me on shirts were young victims of gun violence, teens, and young adults who never saw their 30th birthdays. Some young boys had an entire collection of these shirts because they had lost so many friends, cousins, and classmates.

I saw how death’s repeated blows disturbed them. The academic struggles. The unhealthy relationships. The compulsive and unexplained misbehavior. The anxiety-driven fears. The depression. According to the Centers for Disease Control, 3.2% of children ages 3-17 have been diagnosed with depression, and 7.1% have been diagnosed with anxiety.

We need our elected officials from the local level to the national level to take immediate action to aid distressed families. Yet our General Assembly has yet to pass a measure that would increase funding for school counselors and lower the counselor-to-student ratio.

Now more than ever, we need additional counselors in our schools because homicides have spiked in Memphis, and virtual learning has created a distance in student-teacher interaction. In the fall, we’ll have the added challenge of returning to school during a pandemic that has led to increases in depression, trauma, and crime. Counselors and educators are the real frontline heroes and, simply put, we need more heroes in our schools.

Until then, the men of Magic Dads will continue our parking lot ministry. Personally, I am dedicated to this work because, in 2009, my cousin was shot and killed during a robbery, and I want to reach our Whitehaven youth before they’re staring at or holding a gun.

Each year, Magic Dads host a back-to-school block parties where they provided free haircuts, free food, and more than 100 backpacks filled with school supplies. (Courtesy of Dedrick Ford)

We want to expand our outreach to include tutoring and anti-gang, anti-drug, and anti-bullying initiatives, but all of us who do hands-on work in our communities need more support from local politicians, pastors, and parents. Because a lot of the distress stems from poverty, we need more job placement programs for adults and teens, and we need more financial literacy programs that are easily accessible.

We also need more foot soldiers to join us in the field as we do the gritty day-to-day work of coaching, counseling, and sometimes consoling children. With fewer press conferences and additional community collaborations, we can create more safe spaces for children in the classroom — and out of it, too.

Dedrick Ford is an artist, special education teaching assistant, father of three, and the founder of Magic Dads youth mentoring program.

Witch house's popularity grew as it gained attention from various music blogs and online communities. It quickly caught the interest of both underground and mainstream artists, resulting in the genre's expansion and the emergence of various subgenres and offshoots. In the 2010s, witch house began to incorporate influences from other genres such as trap, hip hop, and experimental music. This led to the birth of subgenres like drag and hauntology, which further pushed the boundaries of the genre. Today, witch house continues to evolve and attract new artists and fans. It has gained a dedicated following and has been embraced by alternative music scenes around the world. Witch house parties and festivals have become popular events, further establishing the genre's presence in the underground music scene. Despite its relatively small niche, witch house has had a lasting impact on electronic music, influencing artists from various genres. Its dark and atmospheric sound continues to captivate listeners, making it a unique and intriguing genre in the music landscape..

Reviews for "The Subversive Nature of Witch House: Pushing the Boundaries in 40k Music"

1. John - 1/5

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2. Sarah - 2/5

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3. Alex - 2.5/5

The Witch House 40k had an intriguing premise, but it didn't deliver on its promises. The pacing was uneven, with long stretches of boredom interrupted by moments of rushed action. The main character was difficult to root for, as her motivations and decisions often felt contrived and illogical. The writing style was overly descriptive, bogging down the narrative and hindering the flow of the story. Overall, while there were some interesting ideas presented, the execution left me unsatisfied.

Summoning Daemons with Sound: The Powers of Witch House in 40k