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 Indro Montanelli can officially be counted among the eternal illustrious figures of Italian culture, a father of journalism that’s “uncomfortable” for some and incredibly appealing for today’s future paper, pen, iPhone & tablet users.

 A rich, detailed, vivid, enthusiastic biography of a man criticized from both sides, a true professor of Italian linguistic-literary culture.

This review praises Marco Travaglio's comprehensive biography of Indro Montanelli, Italy’s influential journalist known for his liberal conservatism and fearless reporting. It highlights Montanelli’s role in founding Il Giornale, his fraught relationship with Silvio Berlusconi, and his enduring commitment to freedom of speech. Travaglio’s account brings vivid detail to Montanelli’s struggles against political pressure and media control. The biography celebrates Montanelli as a cultural icon and master of rhetoric. Discover the compelling story of Indro Montanelli’s life and legacy through Marco Travaglio’s masterful biography – a must-read for journalism and history fans!

 Touch proposed the complete affirmation of the duo, the confirmation of their post-sweet dreams validity.

 Here Comes The Rain Again is a genuine jewel of midtempo synth-ambient of effervescent avant-garde introspection.

The review highlights Eurythmics' album Touch as a defining synthpop and new wave work of the 1980s. It praises the duo's bold production, creative experimentation, and memorable singles like Here Comes The Rain Again. The album is seen as a strong follow-up to their breakout success, blending melancholic and playful tones with avant-garde sounds. It stands out for its artistic rigor and lasting contribution to 80s music culture. Explore Eurythmics' Touch today and experience the timeless synthpop brilliance of the 80s!

 Supernature is a bold mix of all the “good” part of pop: tributes to past decades executed without too many harmful shakes.

 Ooh La La is a powerful retro-robotic dance piece perfectly suited to runways and glitter.

Goldfrapp’s Supernature marks a confident shift toward electro-glam and synth-pop with influences from 80s futurism. The album balances catchy dancefloor hits like 'Ooh La La' with ambient and introspective tracks. Alison Goldfrapp’s charismatic vocals and Will Gregory’s sonic production complement each other to create a distinctive and stylish sound. This release solidified Goldfrapp’s reputation as English electro-lite innovators bridging vintage and modern pop. Discover Goldfrapp’s Supernature and experience the perfect blend of retro synth-pop and electro-glam—listen to the iconic tracks now!

 Fever, in its pleasant disco-pop simplicity, represents a worthy record from our Kylie.

 A name, a guarantee: Kylie, a full demonstration that commercial music does not mean just catchy tunes more lethal than strychnine or eccentricities good only for filling the third page of newspapers.

Kylie Minogue's Fever marks a commercially successful era with its engaging nu-disco and dance-pop style. While not her peak, it offers well-crafted, catchy tracks like 'Can't Get You Out Of My Head' and 'Love At First Sight.' The album balances accessible dancefloor hits with Kylie’s refined pop charm, appealing to a broad audience and solidifying her status as an enduring pop icon. Listen to Kylie Minogue's Fever and experience the iconic blend of nu-disco and pop that defined early 2000s dance music!

 ‘Ham on Rye’ is the demonstration that indifference, anarchy, nihilism, unconformity are not sides of the same coin.

 Henry Chinaski... appears to be the Kafka of the Great Depression, the defenseless and solitary little man harassed by a father-boss.

This review explores Charles Bukowski's novel Ham on Rye as a departure from his usual themes of booze and sex, focusing instead on the bleak coming-of-age of Henry Chinaski. The novel portrays a conflicted youth marked by nihilism, social isolation, and paternal oppression. It highlights the novel's deeper tone, stylistic transformation, and its meditation on failure and existential despair. Ultimately, it's praised for its raw and unapologetic portrayal of an unhappy adolescence. Dive into Bukowski’s raw and unflinching Ham on Rye—discover the dark journey of Henry Chinaski now.

 Shoot From The Hip is a transitional album, a work that neither denies the recent brilliance of the debut nor replicates it crudely.

 We are nonetheless facing a good pop album, simple, not sloppy, perfect for delving into the discography of an artist who is emblematic of valid and curated commerciality.

Shoot From the Hip, Sophie Ellis-Bextor's 2003 album, acts as a bridge between her debut's disco-pop and later more refined works. While it doesn't reach the commercial success or peaks of her debut, it intriguingly blends dance, pop-rock, and urban elements. Standout tracks like Mixed Up World and Murder On The Dancefloor vibes continue to showcase her carefree and mischievous style. Overall, a solid pop record marking an important stage in Sophie’s career evolution. Listen to Sophie Ellis-Bextor's Shoot From the Hip and discover a unique blend of dance, pop, and rock that marks her artistic shift.

 Pasolini’s Middle Ages transforms into a magnificent theater of nudity, deceptions, traps, cunning, and naivety.

 The Canterbury sanctuary becomes an unreachable Eden, a destination even the wanderers disdain in their most unconscious inner selves.

Pasolini's The Canterbury Tales is an evocative film adaptation of Chaucer's work that emphasizes grotesque satire and vivid medieval sexuality. The film skillfully blends sacred allegory with profane human desires, revealing late medieval society’s tragicomic nature. Dialogue and narrative choices mock societal hypocrisies and celebrate human carnality. Pasolini’s unique vision continues his 'trilogy of life,' exploring the tension between bodily desires and spiritual taboos. Discover Pasolini’s daring and provocative vision of The Canterbury Tales—watch the film and explore the complex blend of satire, sexuality, and medieval life.

 "Peace is just a word... the most significant and exemplary piece of the entire album."

 Ms. Lennox and Mr. Stewart have managed to transcend the fragile boundaries of these stereotypes, offering a pop in full evolution and completion.

Peace marks Eurythmics' mature and introspective final album, blending soft ballads with energetic pop-rock. It continues Annie Lennox's solo acoustic direction while maintaining the duo's artistic dignity. The album contrasts nostalgia with fresh musical approaches, offering a dignified farewell to their legacy. Notably, it challenges 80s stereotypes and affirms the duo's evolution beyond their early synth-pop success. Discover Eurythmics' evolved sound in Peace—listen now and experience their artistic journey beyond the '80s!

 A bridge between underground and mainstream, a genuine keystone between the easily accessible and the greater complexity of the alternative.

 This delightful box of heterogeneity and diversification offers everything from dark synth techno-house to funky-dubstep improvisations.

Peaches' 2009 album I Feel Cream offers a unique blend of underground electroclash and dance-pop with diverse sonic experiments. The album balances accessibility and complexity, incorporating grime, techno-house, and synth revival elements. It stands out as a genuine, non-standardized electro-pop work that bridges alternative sounds with mainstream appeal. The review praises the album's heterogeneity and adventurous spirit. Listen to Peaches' I Feel Cream and dive into an adventurous blend of underground electronic sounds and dance-pop vibes!

 "Tangled Up marks a fundamental turning point in Girls Aloud's musical style, shifting towards a more electronic and robotic sound while retaining simplicity and sobriety."

 "For all those who have a hunger & thirst for sexy and suggestive girl groups (but not tacky and trashy), this is the right ground to lay the foundations for a new Spice-like season."

Girls Aloud's 2007 album Tangled Up marks a key shift into a more electronic and robotic sound while maintaining their playful and theatrical pop roots. The album balances electro-punk energy with Europop and funky dance elements, supported by the production team Xenomania. It distances itself from the trashy trends of contemporaries, offering a sober but sexy girl group experience. Overall, it's an enjoyable and straightforward album signaling a mature new phase for Girls Aloud. Listen to Girls Aloud's Tangled Up and experience the fresh electro-pop reinventing girl-group charm.