Monday Mix

Halloween preparations can be stressful. So if you’re frantically putting the final touches on that costume or stocking up on pumpkin ale, we’ve at least got your Halloween party tracks covered.

While you listen, scroll down for this week’s picks in music, film and lit.

Editors’ Picks

Film | Emily Holland, Culture Editor

This week’s pick: “Avengers: Age of Ultron”

First the trailer leaked, then Marvel caught on and released the HD version for the next installment of the Avengers franchise. This film looks remarkably darker, with no quippy jokes in the first clip – but that’s not necessarily a bad thing.

Music | Morgan Baskin, Assistant Culture Editor

This week’s pick: “The One That I Want” by Lo-Fang

This cover is likely the moodiest version of the classic Grease track you’ll ever hear. It’s mournful and seductive, but mostly a raspy tease. Karl Lagerfeld is even a fan: The track is featured in Chanel’s official short film for No. 5.

Lit | Tatiana Cirisano, Contributing Culture Editor

This week’s pick: “Yes Please” by Amy Poehler

Amy Poehler’s first book hits the shelves Oct. 28, and it’s packed with personal stories, real-world advice and hilarities in the form of lists, stories and haikus. The title says it all – yes, please.