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 Floating not in space, but in your mind.

 A single song in three acts. A guitar, a drum, and a synth that will set your synapses on fire.

This review praises Oneida's 'Preteen Weaponry' as a 39-minute immersive experience, comparing it to a silent film with deep, meditative soundscapes. The album's single track unfolds in three acts, combining guitar, drums, and synth to create a hypnotic journey through imagery and mood, evoking feelings of solitude and contemplation. The reviewer highlights the blend of steady, minimalistic progression and evocative atmospheres. Dive into Oneida's 'Preteen Weaponry' and experience this mesmerizing sonic journey yourself.

 In Italy some neurons are still firing, and if this neuron calls itself by a name that reminds you of a pizzeria... well, that name follows its own path.

 Here’s what is needed: mocking oneself, one’s idols, and one’s listeners.

Fratelli Calafuria’s album 'Senza Titolo. Del Fregarsene Del Tutto e Del Non Fregarsene Niente' defies typical Italian music clichés by presenting a raw, distinctive post-hardcore sound. Drawing clear influences from bands like Shellac, Fugazi, and Gang Of Four, the Milan trio delivers a unique blend of intensity and irony. Their self-aware approach challenges commercial trends in Italy, offering authenticity and musical depth. The album’s minimalistic, distorted sound and compelling vocals make it a rare gem in the local scene. Listen to Fratelli Calafuria’s bold post-hardcore sound and rediscover authentic Italian indie rock today!

 Making an album is somewhat like letting oneself be photographed, letting oneself be printed in a Polaroid, a witness to what is and what will always be.

 'Billiard Player Song': the Pop song that had never emerged from the darkness of his moods... that little voice so natural that seems to speak to you who listen.

The review portrays Shellac's 'The Rude Gesture (A Pictorial History)' as a raw and personal musical statement akin to a Polaroid snapshot capturing a moment in time. Despite some imprecise production, it shows the band's distinctive style and Albini's unique approach. The highlight is 'Billiard Player Song,' praised for its emotional depth and striking composition. Overall, the album is viewed as a strong debut that reveals the band's determined stance and individuality. Listen to Shellac's raw and emotional debut single and experience Albini's authentic sound firsthand.

 "The impossibility of preserving the cannibal me from the cannibal world."

 "Porcile takes no prisoners. It condemns everyone... There is no hope in this pigsty where everyone eats everything."

Pasolini's Porcile is a profound, uncompromising film exploring the impossibility of true individuality in a cruel, conformist world. Through two parallel stories set in distinct times, it critiques morality, empathy, and societal hypocrisy. The film's haunting themes are timeless, condemning both the past and present with equal fervor. It stands as a precursor to Pasolini's later, more intense works like Salò. Discover Pasolini’s Porcile—an intense, thought-provoking film that challenges morality and conformity. Watch it now to explore its haunting depths.

 "The Lives of Others addresses its objective in a vulgarly trivial way, deciding what is good and what is evil."

 "The innocent do not exist anywhere in the world, neither where the sun rises nor where it sets."

The review harshly criticizes 'The Lives of Others' for oversimplifying the complex realities of East Germany by framing characters as simply good or bad. It challenges the film's narrative on freedom, democracy, and morality, arguing it lacks cultural and intellectual depth. The reviewer condemns the film's black-and-white portrayal of totalitarianism and questions the simplistic lessons it conveys. Ultimately, the film is seen as intellectually lazy and distasteful in its reduction of nuanced historical circumstances. Dive deeper and challenge your perspective on 'The Lives of Others'—explore the film beyond its surface story.

 Black and white for thoughts, for the transcendent, colors for the body, for life, for the immanent.

 Love will render the angel human, love will color him, love will make him smile, love of her/for her from eternity.

This review praises Wim Wenders' 'Der Himmel über Berlin' for its poetic use of black and white contrasted with color to depict transcendence versus life. It highlights the story of two angels observing human emotions and pain in Cold War Berlin. The film's profound reflections on love, time, and human existence are well conveyed. The reviewer appreciates the deep emotional and philosophical layers embedded in the film’s narrative and imagery. Discover the poetic beauty and profound emotions of Wim Wenders’ Berlin classic—watch 'Der Himmel über Berlin' today!

 "When the big shots come to inspect the tragedy they initiated, the life they’ve forced and tied us to, they spray some deodorant as if it is our life that stinks."

 "This is my land, exploited and whipped by anyone and anytime, and this is your landfill. Yours, of the institutions (may the Devil take them), of the northern entrepreneurs with their shiny teeth, of the mobsters."

Biùtiful Cauntri is a powerful documentary exposing the toxic waste crisis in Naples’ suburbs, revealing how corruption and negligence devastate both the environment and local communities. The review reflects deep frustration and sorrow over the rampant pollution and institutional failure. It vividly describes the grim reality of landfills, contaminated air, and rising cancer rates. The film is a stark reminder of environmental injustice and the urgent need for action. Watch Biùtiful Cauntri to uncover Italy’s toxic waste tragedy and amplify the call for change.

 They arrived on the lifeless body of Italian Rock... they devoured the remains, and while the blood still dripped from their chins, they pissed on it.

 He drives, you lounging back with your feet out the window. An unexpected obstacle, an asteroid in front of you.

One Dimensional Man’s self-titled album injected raw, fiery energy into a lifeless Italian rock scene of the late 90s. Combining influences from bands like Birthday Party and Scratch Acid, they created a chaotic yet powerful sound. Pierpaolo Capovilla’s visionary leadership shines through, delivering uncompromising lyrics and intense performances. Their work challenged the status quo, marking a significant moment in underground Italian music. Dive into the fierce chaos of One Dimensional Man and experience a pivotal moment in Italian rock history—listen now!

 It starts as a comedy, the usual Coen-style comedy, marked by nervous and dark humor as much as it can be and ends up being a j’accuse to everyday boredom, that boredom that reeks of anguish.

 Barton Fink seems like a creature of Cesare Pavese... one of those misfits wandering the world without recognizing others and never knowing himself.

Barton Fink by the Coen Brothers is a dark comedy blending nervous humor with an intense exploration of boredom and madness. The film portrays a writer's internal and external struggles in a symbolic, postmodern style. Dialogue is dry, characters are laconic, and the story reflects deep existential and artistic dilemmas. The review highlights the film’s complex atmosphere and John Turturro’s evocative portrayal. Ultimately, it’s a richly layered film about isolation and the creative mind's descent. Discover the haunting layers of Barton Fink—watch this Coen Brothers classic and dive deep into a story of madness and creativity.

 Take Hardcore from 84 and bring it to 2007: away with guitars, away with distortions, away with hoarse and desperate screams... and in with two synths and lots of melody.

 'Mapmaker', printed in 2007, is pure dynamite placed in sequence that explodes in harmony at a speed of 200bpm making you exclaim finally, someone does it.

The review explores Parts & Labor's 2007 album 'Mapmaker' as a dynamic and original reinvention of hardcore music. It highlights the band's move away from traditional guitar-driven sounds towards synthesizers and energetic rhythms, avoiding clichés of both hardcore and avant-garde. The album is praised for its fresh approach and connection to past influences like Minutemen, offering a compelling musical experience. Listen to Parts & Labor's Mapmaker and experience hardcore transformed with fresh synth energy and relentless speed!