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By now the memory of Victor Jara merges into the legend of his songs, musical poems that are heard around the world and recognized as symbols of freedom and struggle for the weakest. With this book, Joan brings us back to the man.
By now the memory of Victor Jara merges into the legend of his songs, musical poems that are heard around the world and recognized as symbols of freedom and struggle for the weakest.
With this book, Joan brings us back to the man.
This review highlights Joan Jara’s deeply personal biography of Victor Jara, portraying him beyond the myth as an actor, director, and committed artist. It covers his artistic journey, political activism, and tragic death during Pinochet's coup. The book offers a clear and fluent narrative that captures the hopeful yet painful Chilean political climate. It is praised for bringing forth the true dimension of a legendary figure. Discover the man behind Victor Jara’s legendary songs—read Joan Jara’s heartfelt biography and delve into Chile’s turbulent history.
"Which band on their first record could host David Sylvian and Steve Howe and start an album with a rhythmic and hypnotic song, using Poe’s ‘Dream Within a Dream’ as lyrics? These guys aren’t normal, they’ll become huge!" "Now the cassette is yours, you are my sister and you my brother, even if you are Genoese..."
"Which band on their first record could host David Sylvian and Steve Howe and start an album with a rhythmic and hypnotic song, using Poe’s ‘Dream Within a Dream’ as lyrics? These guys aren’t normal, they’ll become huge!"
"Now the cassette is yours, you are my sister and you my brother, even if you are Genoese..."
This review of Propaganda's 1985 album A Secret Wish blends a passionate account of the band's innovative synthpop sound with a deeply personal narrative involving friendship, trauma, and resilience. The author recalls characters from youth, reflecting on their struggles, while highlighting the album's artistic impact. Claudia Brücken's distinctive voice and the presence of notable guests like David Sylvian and Steve Howe underscore the album's uniqueness. Ultimately, the review connects music to vivid memories and emotional healing. Dive into Propaganda's A Secret Wish — listen, feel the 80s synthwave magic, and discover the unforgettable story behind the music.
That’s what Vittorio de Scalzi was, besides being a great musician... a Man who, contrary to what often happens, was able to improve after misfortunes, rather than worsen. When, after recovering from Covid, the pulmonologist tells him... and asks if he needed a psychologist. The laconic response: 'I need a guitar, doctor...'
That’s what Vittorio de Scalzi was, besides being a great musician... a Man who, contrary to what often happens, was able to improve after misfortunes, rather than worsen.
When, after recovering from Covid, the pulmonologist tells him... and asks if he needed a psychologist. The laconic response: 'I need a guitar, doctor...'
This evocative review traces Vittorio De Scalzi's journey from his childhood roots in Genoa to his influential role in the New Trolls. It highlights his complex personality and the adversity he faced, including family tragedy and health challenges. Despite hardships, De Scalzi’s music and spirit remained inspiring, marked by moments of friendship, forgiveness, and artistic vitality until his final days. The review is a tender homage to a talented and resilient musician. Discover the inspiring story and timeless music of Vittorio De Scalzi and the New Trolls—listen, read, and celebrate a true legend.
"Shostakovich's Thirteenth Symphony stands as an extreme bulwark against oblivion, hypocrisy, pain." "The deepest statement ever made about the Holocaust wasn’t a statement at all, but a response. The question was: ‘Tell me, where was God at Auschwitz?’ And the answer: ‘Where was man?’"
"Shostakovich's Thirteenth Symphony stands as an extreme bulwark against oblivion, hypocrisy, pain."
"The deepest statement ever made about the Holocaust wasn’t a statement at all, but a response. The question was: ‘Tell me, where was God at Auschwitz?’ And the answer: ‘Where was man?’"
This review deeply reflects on Dmitri Shostakovich's Symphony No.13, inspired by Evgenij Evtushenko's poem 'Babij Jar'. It portrays the brutal massacre of Jews in Kiev and explores themes of memory, censorship, and artistic resistance. The narrative connects history, poetry, and music as a powerful tribute to Holocaust victims, emphasizing the ongoing importance of remembrance. The review also underscores the symphony's political challenges and its role as a vocal monument against oblivion. Discover the moving legacy of Shostakovich’s 13th Symphony and how art confronts history’s darkest moments—listen and reflect today.
Rock is necessary in life, no kidding, tell my father, tell him. It seems that tonight the canteen stereo is crying for me, for my measly one meter eighty-five for seventy-five kilos, for my duty in the Alpini...
Rock is necessary in life, no kidding, tell my father, tell him.
It seems that tonight the canteen stereo is crying for me, for my measly one meter eighty-five for seventy-five kilos, for my duty in the Alpini...
This review intertwines a vivid cold military guard memory with the iconic sounds of Alan Parsons Project's Eye in the Sky album. The music evokes powerful nostalgia and personal reflection amidst harsh conditions. The reviewer connects deep emotional moments with the timeless progressive rock classics, highlighting the impact of the album on difficult times. Overall, it celebrates the album as a moving soundtrack to life’s challenging moments. Experience the timeless emotions of Eye in the Sky – listen now and relive the unforgettable moments!
Truth, Freedom, and Soul. You’ve put them all in. You were supposed to turn thirty-six, in two months.
Truth, Freedom, and Soul. You’ve put them all in.
You were supposed to turn thirty-six, in two months.
The review recounts the extraordinary life of Jaco Pastorius, a virtuoso bassist who revolutionized jazz fusion with Weather Report. It explores his personal battles with bipolar disorder and addiction that led to his tragic, violent death at 35. Despite his downfall, the review honors his immense musical legacy and enduring impact on young audiences and musicians worldwide. Discover the life and legacy of Jaco Pastorius—listen to his groundbreaking bass work and explore his inspiring yet tragic story.
Vanoni’s vocal cords plunge knives into the listener’s heart, twisting the blade to ensure it bleeds. Ornella is still herself, the same as ever, but different, greater, more mature, more complete.
Vanoni’s vocal cords plunge knives into the listener’s heart, twisting the blade to ensure it bleeds.
Ornella is still herself, the same as ever, but different, greater, more mature, more complete.
This review praises Ornella Vanoni’s 1976 album as a refined and mature bossa nova project. Highlighting Vanoni's unique voice and artistic seriousness, it explores the collaboration with Brazilian icons Vinicius de Moraes and Toquinho, and the crucial role of producer Sergio Bardotti. The album is recognized for its sophisticated Italian translations of Brazilian poetry and melodies, capturing melancholic themes through minimalistic yet powerful arrangements. The review contrasts Vanoni's style with contemporaries and acknowledges the album as a high point in her versatile career. Listen to Ornella Vanoni’s timeless bossa nova album and experience a unique blend of Italian passion and Brazilian poetry.
Youth favored by the gods perish young. The myth solidifies over the years because it's a violent death at a young age that excludes any unconditional judgment. The truth, period, even the seemingly meanest one, and thus disengage from clichés and depressing commonplaces that kill thought by rendering it the death of imagination.
Youth favored by the gods perish young. The myth solidifies over the years because it's a violent death at a young age that excludes any unconditional judgment.
The truth, period, even the seemingly meanest one, and thus disengage from clichés and depressing commonplaces that kill thought by rendering it the death of imagination.
This review delves deeply into Luigi Tenco's life, art, and the mythos that developed after his tragic death at the Sanremo Festival in 1967. It highlights his artistic integrity, intellectual depth, and complex personality while situating him in the cultural and social turmoil of 1960s Italy. The album reflects his struggle with societal contradictions and his unique musical blend of chanson, jazz, and Italian songwriting. The review cautions against simplistic mythmaking, celebrating Tenco's lasting influence as a sophisticated and uncompromising artist. Discover the profound artistry and tragic story of Luigi Tenco—listen to his timeless album and explore the myth and reality behind his legacy.
Televideo was the invention of the century, the most complete source of infotainment of the era of the first cries of the Internet. For more than twenty years, the ritual is intact and there is no day that ends without the due consultation of the entire Sport batch.
Televideo was the invention of the century, the most complete source of infotainment of the era of the first cries of the Internet.
For more than twenty years, the ritual is intact and there is no day that ends without the due consultation of the entire Sport batch.
The review is a nostalgic and emotional recollection of Rai Televideo's role in the author's youth, highlighting its unique appeal amid 90s Italian TV culture. Centered on the Sony Trinitron TV experience, it praises Televideo's detailed sports, news, and weather pages as meaningful daily rituals. The author contrasts past and present, appreciating how despite changes, Televideo still offers a unique connection to information and memories. Overall, the piece celebrates Televideo as both a media milestone and personal companion. Dive into this evocative journey through Rai Televideo’s golden era and rediscover a unique piece of Italian TV history!
ILLIBRO looks like a parallelepiped that must weigh at least 300/350 grams, with a sophisticated blue & white cover featuring the Sacred Cow. If you keep it open for about half an hour a day near your face, it smooths out wrinkles and gives you young and velvety skin.
ILLIBRO looks like a parallelepiped that must weigh at least 300/350 grams, with a sophisticated blue & white cover featuring the Sacred Cow.
If you keep it open for about half an hour a day near your face, it smooths out wrinkles and gives you young and velvety skin.
This review of ILLIBRO Vol. 2 describes it as a luxurious and elegantly designed book filled with Debaser.it's best reviews. Despite lacking pictures and having a floppy cover, it charms with wit, refined presentation, and a playful narrative. The reviewer highlights the book’s unique appeal, humorous content, and unexpected benefits, making it a valued gift and a delightful read. Dive into ILLIBRO Vol. 2 for a charming mix of humor, luxury, and unique critiques—grab your copy and discover the magic yourself!
His sad folk was the perfect soundtrack for the decadence of the moment, his continual and dim mood, and the few variations were drowsy lullabies for those who longed for rest. Matt’s was a long embrace, tragic but sincere.
His sad folk was the perfect soundtrack for the decadence of the moment, his continual and dim mood, and the few variations were drowsy lullabies for those who longed for rest.
Matt’s was a long embrace, tragic but sincere.
The review reflects on the experience of listening to Matt Elliott's 'Farewell To All We Know' during a difficult period of isolation. The album's minimalistic folk sound and melancholic tone provide comfort and solace. The sparse use of cello and piano adds delicate variation to Elliott's classic sad folk style. Overall, the album serves as an intimate and tragic embrace amid emotional farewells. Listen to Matt Elliott's Farewell To All We Know and find solace in its honest, melancholic embrace.
A mysterious album like the sound of a dusty chest that no one ever opens, an album that has the sweet smell of the pages of a moldy old book. Pieces that speak the secret language of objects. Their constant rustle that drowns the basso continuo of shadowy samples.
A mysterious album like the sound of a dusty chest that no one ever opens, an album that has the sweet smell of the pages of a moldy old book.
Pieces that speak the secret language of objects. Their constant rustle that drowns the basso continuo of shadowy samples.
‘Dauw’ by Machinefabriek is a mysterious and emotionally rich ambient album. It evokes the scent of old, dusty books with sounds that reflect everyday objects and subtle avant-garde influences. The album combines the textures of crackling and rustling with delicate melodic fragments, offering a unique sonic experience. The reviewer highlights its haunting, sensory qualities and likens it to the work of notable avant-garde artists. This album is recommended for listeners who appreciate deep, textured soundscapes. Dive into the mysterious sounds of Machinefabriek's 'Dauw'—explore this evocative ambient masterpiece today!
'You talk about one thing and it’s easy to understand that you’re referring to another, and you still have to be careful...' A dictatorship does not live by physical violence alone.
'You talk about one thing and it’s easy to understand that you’re referring to another, and you still have to be careful...'
A dictatorship does not live by physical violence alone.
This review analyzes Chico Buarque and Gilberto Gil's song 'Cálice' as a subtle yet powerful political statement during Brazil's military dictatorship. It emphasizes how the song uses metaphor and wordplay to circumvent censorship. The review also situates it within the broader context of political music in Latin America and highlights the audience's understanding and reaction despite repression. It praises the enduring cultural impact of such protest songs. Explore the powerful legacy of 'Cálice' and feel the courage behind Brazil’s political music revolution.
Read it in one breath, and you’ll run stronger than before! Carlo Airoldi is Rock! I won’t tell you how the story ends in Athens, so as not to spoil the unexpected bitter finale unworthy of such a great story.
Read it in one breath, and you’ll run stronger than before! Carlo Airoldi is Rock!
I won’t tell you how the story ends in Athens, so as not to spoil the unexpected bitter finale unworthy of such a great story.
The review celebrates Manuel Sgarella’s book about Carlo Airoldi, an extraordinary athlete who walked 2000 km to compete in the 1896 Athens Olympics marathon. It highlights Airoldi’s exceptional endurance and the captivating storytelling that brings this historical sports tale to life. The reviewer connects personally with the themes of perseverance and passion, recommending the book as inspiring and powerful. Dive into Manuel Sgarella’s thrilling saga and discover the incredible journey of a marathon legend!
Anastasio smashes it. Rock is dead, now the musical language prevailing is rap. Her shyness, her innocence from the auditions is gone, disappeared, shelved. I don’t understand the sense of this: but leave her to her 16 years you damn choreographers and makeup artists.
Anastasio smashes it. Rock is dead, now the musical language prevailing is rap.
Her shyness, her innocence from the auditions is gone, disappeared, shelved. I don’t understand the sense of this: but leave her to her 16 years you damn choreographers and makeup artists.
This review offers a sharp and humorous breakdown of X-Factor Live Show #5, highlighting standout performers like Anastasio and Sherol Dos Santos. It critiques the formulaic nature of talent shows, the artificial makeover of young artists, and the superficial role of judges and hosts. The author balances ironic dismissal of some acts with praise for genuine talent, particularly in rap and soulful performances. Discover who shined and who stumbled in X-Factor Live Show #5—read the full review and catch the thrilling performances today!
Life is a punishment, the faults within you, fatal, immovable, inherent. Any order is doomed to fail. All that remains is to laugh about it. I am inside a dream that I am dreaming, I decide the rules of this world, and of the other. Or maybe the dream is yours?
Life is a punishment, the faults within you, fatal, immovable, inherent. Any order is doomed to fail. All that remains is to laugh about it.
I am inside a dream that I am dreaming, I decide the rules of this world, and of the other. Or maybe the dream is yours?
The review portrays Antoine Volodine’s Terminus Radioso as an evocative and poetic exploration of memory, existence, and the dissolution of order. It captures a dreamlike desert landscape where traditional rules collapse, leaving only laughter and freedom to forget. The reviewer appreciates the haunting, fragmented nature of the narrative, emphasizing the tension between harm and desire, and the elusive boundary between dreamer and dreamed. Dive into Antoine Volodine’s Terminus Radioso and experience a mesmerizing journey through memory and dream reality.
Andrea wants to sculpt everyday life, the most subtle dimension of the human soul, what escapes and what annihilates us. There is no thirst for morality or justice between the good or the bad.
Andrea wants to sculpt everyday life, the most subtle dimension of the human soul, what escapes and what annihilates us.
There is no thirst for morality or justice between the good or the bad.
This review celebrates Andrea Pazienza's early works published in Cannibale as a powerful and unconventional artistic statement. It highlights his free vision, social critique, and innovative comic style, which mixes playfulness with serious themes like drugs and politics. The review reflects on Pazienza's unique ability to depict human nature and society without judgment, and honors his lasting influence despite his premature death. Dive into Andrea Pazienza's Cannibale and experience a bold, artistic journey through society's complexities and raw human truths.
Blessed is he who opened that window. Blessed be therefore Stephen Morrissey. 'Heaven knows I’m miserable now' leads to a sort of ultimate melancholy, a sweet nocturne with verve.
Blessed is he who opened that window. Blessed be therefore Stephen Morrissey.
'Heaven knows I’m miserable now' leads to a sort of ultimate melancholy, a sweet nocturne with verve.
The Smiths' 'Hatful of Hollow' shines with melancholic yet bright melodies and poetic lyrics, blending 60s-inspired jangle pop with raw emotional depth. The album features iconic tracks like 'Heaven Knows I'm Miserable Now' and 'How Soon Is Now,' celebrated for their atmospheric guitar work and Morrissey's evocative vocals. Praised as a timeless indie masterpiece, it encapsulates both despair and beauty through a unique musical and lyrical yin-yang dynamic. Dive into 'Hatful of Hollow' and experience the magic of The Smiths’ timeless indie sound today!
Morrissey also has the knack of nailing the titles (for more than thirty years) and a grin of approval appears on your face when you read that this old chap brings out "World Peace Is None of Your Business." "Morrissey is like a reverse Dorian Gray; as he slowly ages, his audience remains young." – Johnny Rogan
Morrissey also has the knack of nailing the titles (for more than thirty years) and a grin of approval appears on your face when you read that this old chap brings out "World Peace Is None of Your Business."
"Morrissey is like a reverse Dorian Gray; as he slowly ages, his audience remains young." – Johnny Rogan
This review praises Morrissey for his unwavering commitment to his ideals and sharp lyrical content in 'World Peace Is None of Your Business.' The album features orchestral and clean guitar arrangements, focusing heavily on meaningful, provocative lyrics addressing politics, society, and animal rights. Despite his reserved nature, Morrissey continues to confront taboos and public speculation. The review highlights standout tracks that embody his distinctive style. Dive into Morrissey’s compelling lyrics and unique sound — listen to World Peace Is None of Your Business now!
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place. We will never find peace, but unfortunately, we can only imagine that message, and whatever we read into it will be solely the product of our illusions.
The single biggest problem in communication is the illusion that it has taken place.
We will never find peace, but unfortunately, we can only imagine that message, and whatever we read into it will be solely the product of our illusions.
This review explores Franz Kafka's short parable 'The Emperor's Message,' emphasizing the inherent difficulties and illusions in human communication. Drawing parallels with Samuel Beckett's minimalist dramaturgy, it highlights Kafka's skill in conveying profound existential themes through brief, powerful allegories. The review suggests that messages between humans are inevitably distorted by personal and cultural perspectives and concludes that the true message may only live in our dreams. Dive into Kafka's enigmatic parable and discover the elusive nature of human communication—read more now!
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