Hal

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DeAge™ : 8377 days • Here since 6 may 2003

Al Mukawama Al Mukawama

3 aug 05

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I don't know the album and to be honest I'm not very interested, but I don't like the review and it contains some inaccuracies (that is, bullshit) like the one about Ferretti, where I think Nick is right. But Nick is also right about other things. Naples is a city I've wanted to see for a long time because it is considered beautiful, rich in humanity, history, and culture. It's well known that many problems plague it, but honestly elevating them to silly clichés to characterize a people is a truly miserable mental operation. Not to mention the disgusting and cheap (I quote Logic) racist tones used. There's really little to laugh about in the face of such pathetic mental wanking. In summary, seriously and without any irony dear Enriko, I think you've proven yourself to be a perfect idiot. Yes, it's definitely time for you to go ... and pick some maruzze.

Miles Davis Kind Of Blue

3 aug 05

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Maybe you're right, it's just that the term swing makes me think of a completely different jazz Edoardo. But in the end, it's not that important, is it? Rather, the box set "Miles Davis & John Coltrane The Complete Columbia Recordings 1955-1961" if you haven't gotten it yet, you really should, bye :)

Simon & Garfunkel Sounds Of Silence

3 aug 05

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a great antiques dealer with lots of precious pieces, I would say :)

Abdullah Ibrahim Trio Live@Cala Gonone Jazz 30/07/05

3 aug 05

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But you see, Aeneas, in my opinion, "Jazz" is such a generic word, so big that it contains so much that it's hard not to find something that can meet your tastes. What it holds is definitely not homogeneous. There's tension and pathos, calm and hypnosis, technicality and digression in this music, for sure. But there are also their opposites. And how to approach it... there aren't really any precise rules; everyone has their own to pair with a bit of curiosity, which I believe you possess. And I can't tell you why, but I think someone like Brad Mehldau (maybe not everything) could appeal to you. Bye.

Simon & Garfunkel Sounds Of Silence

3 aug 05

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No, no, please, the only white whale I like is Moby Dick, but I was rooting for Ahab ;) Anyway, joking aside, the whole new/old record debate is an eternal discussion, but in my opinion, it’s pointless because reviewing one doesn’t exclude the other and vice versa; it’s just a trivial statement, not a Christian Democrat one :))

Simon & Garfunkel Sounds Of Silence

3 aug 05

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But for me, it doesn’t make much sense to pit reviews of historical albums against those of new releases. Both options have valid reasons and do not exclude each other. Reviewing a historic album like this helps to bring attention to the good music of past decades. In this case, it's quite obvious that there are many discussion points because there is a long history behind it. However, that doesn’t change the fact that the music market continues to offer new music that is followed and listened to. There are also plenty of points to discuss and review in this realm. In short, while it’s true that not everything has been said about historical albums, it’s equally true that there is always something to say about current releases.

Vinicio Capossela Il ballo di San Vito

3 aug 05

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The comparisons with Conte, Waits, and Capossela were indeed mentioned in the review of Django. However, I don't really agree with these labels and judgments. It's true that he was compared to Conte in the beginning, but Capossela has taken different paths. That Waits is a reference for him is undeniable, but in my opinion, Vinicio has developed a style over time that is quite recognizable; "Canzoni a manovella" is for me a Capossela album. Likewise, I disagree with the notion that his music is solely an expression of something already heard in every way. I think he blends “already heard” sounds into something else. And in response to the criticism that "there’s little music" in him, I believe that "Canzoni a manovella" disproves that claim. As for the voice – moving away from comparisons with sacred monsters – I like it also for its "theatrical" use of singing, if that can be said. In short, as always, just opinions.

Abdullah Ibrahim Trio Live@Cala Gonone Jazz 30/07/05

2 aug 05

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I know, Frantz, on the island she was the only one in a trio. In Verona (and in another city I can't remember) instead she was solo piano - at least that's what I've been told - and I have to tell you, you really made a mistake by not going, Bollani is indeed a wonderful musician but all in all we have many more chances to see one of his concerts (I've already seen him a couple of times). Abdullah Ibrahim on the other hand is more difficult. Enea, given your musical choices - very good - I believe you could find something in jazz too, I will try to convert you :) Bye!

Abdullah Ibrahim Trio Live@Cala Gonone Jazz 30/07/05

2 aug 05

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Oh, I almost forgot an anecdote: Dollar Brand was discovered by Duke Ellington in Zurich, Switzerland, where the pianist was expatriated due to apartheid. After hearing him, Duke decided to bring him to the States and had him record his first album... talk about having a nose for talent. Bye trell :))