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"Lenny Bruce is back to life and still fighting to express himself freely without censorship." "The repression of a word deemed offensive only served to give it violence."
"Lenny Bruce is back to life and still fighting to express himself freely without censorship."
"The repression of a word deemed offensive only served to give it violence."
Bob Fosse's 1974 film Lenny delivers a serious, powerful portrait of comedian Lenny Bruce, a pioneer of free speech who challenged societal taboos. Through sharp black-and-white visuals and outstanding performances, particularly Dustin Hoffman's, the film highlights Bruce's battles with censorship and hypocrisy in mid-century America. It serves as a moving tribute to the cost of artistic freedom and social critique. Discover the gripping story of Lenny Bruce and Bob Fosse’s masterful direction—watch Lenny for a compelling cinematic experience on freedom and society.
An incredible album, winning you over with sweet words, hugs, and warmth, something I was missing and that I needed to translate into music many emotions that were far too dormant. You begin then to feel through eye contact, through small gestures produced by a little being that didn’t even exist a few months ago.
An incredible album, winning you over with sweet words, hugs, and warmth, something I was missing and that I needed to translate into music many emotions that were far too dormant.
You begin then to feel through eye contact, through small gestures produced by a little being that didn’t even exist a few months ago.
This review of The Goalie's Anxiety at the Penalty Kick's album 'Ways of Hearing' describes a deeply emotional connection through music. The author relates personal growth and newfound perception inspired by parenthood to the album’s delicate emo and indie soundscapes. The album is praised for its warmth, nostalgic echoes of early 2000s emo, and its capacity to convey profound feelings. It's a tender, reflective consideration of both life changes and the music's impact. Listen to Ways of Hearing and experience its warm, intimate blend of emo and indie melodies that touch the soul.
Controdanza is nothing more or less than a revolution: a new, unconscious birth of Italian music which is now no longer (only) Italian. Valerio and Mirco decide to send a little tape with their demos to Mr. Ribot... and he picks up the receiver and answers, congratulates them, and asks to play with them.
Controdanza is nothing more or less than a revolution: a new, unconscious birth of Italian music which is now no longer (only) Italian.
Valerio and Mirco decide to send a little tape with their demos to Mr. Ribot... and he picks up the receiver and answers, congratulates them, and asks to play with them.
Mazapègul's debut album Controdanza is a landmark in Italian alternative music, blending folk traditions with jazz, Balkan, and South American sounds. The band’s originality and radical reinterpretation of cultural influences are highlighted, with significant praise for guest guitarist Marc Ribot. The review delves into the Romagnola roots of the band and its tragic end, emphasizing the album's emotional and musical depth. Explore the revolutionary sounds of Mazapègul's Controdanza and discover an unforgettable mix of folk traditions and musical innovation.
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.
‘Clone Of The Universe’ is a shrewd tribute to everything the Californians have been and, in all likelihood, still are: desert, THC, punk attitude, some heavy riffs, a lot of skill, loads of fuzz, and Scott’s unmistakable voice. A truly monumental 18-minute suite dedicated to distorted perception, a continuous flow of scents, thoughts, and illogicalities elevating a thus far ordinary and respectable album.
‘Clone Of The Universe’ is a shrewd tribute to everything the Californians have been and, in all likelihood, still are: desert, THC, punk attitude, some heavy riffs, a lot of skill, loads of fuzz, and Scott’s unmistakable voice.
A truly monumental 18-minute suite dedicated to distorted perception, a continuous flow of scents, thoughts, and illogicalities elevating a thus far ordinary and respectable album.
This review praises Fu Manchu's 'Clone Of The Universe' for its signature desert-inspired stoner rock sound layered with heavy fuzz and psychedelic guitar work. The album captures the band's classic style with Scott Hill's distinctive voice and a long, epic suite featuring Alex Lifeson. Despite some ironic humor, the review highlights the album's unique atmosphere and musical skill. Overall, it celebrates the band's ability to evolve while staying true to their roots. Dive into Fu Manchu's 'Clone Of The Universe' and experience a fuzz-soaked stoner rock trip—listen now!
F. Falloppio isn’t here. I am his house elf... You will have to speak with me because my master is resting. Can I say it? I’m not sure if I’m allowed; don’t tell him though, alright? The title is “BLUESPALLOSO”.
F. Falloppio isn’t here. I am his house elf... You will have to speak with me because my master is resting.
Can I say it? I’m not sure if I’m allowed; don’t tell him though, alright? The title is “BLUESPALLOSO”.
This interview with Flavio Grosso, aka Falloppio, founder of the comedic rock band Trombe di Falloppio, reveals a mix of humor and depth through the voice of his 'house elf.' It highlights his music journey from rock/metal to blues, touches on his novel and the Turin music scene, and captures the playful yet complex dynamics of artistic identity. The review offers an engaging, unconventional take on Flavio's creative life and transformation. Dive into this unique interview with Flavio Grosso and experience the colorful journey from irreverent rock to heartfelt blues.
Anton has finally found his right dimension and it allows him to maintain his high level of artistic inspiration. We create, but we don’t recreate. We see no reason to play the same thing multiple times when we could make completely new music with the same time and energy.
Anton has finally found his right dimension and it allows him to maintain his high level of artistic inspiration.
We create, but we don’t recreate. We see no reason to play the same thing multiple times when we could make completely new music with the same time and energy.
Ricky Maymi shares insights on Brian Jonestown Massacre's extensive world tour set to begin with the Levitation Festival. He reveals details about two upcoming albums by Anton Newcombe, discusses lineup changes, and highlights his production work in Beijing's alternative scene. The interview also covers Maymi's musical influences, favorite albums, and reflections on the band's beginnings and sound evolution. Fans can look forward to fresh live material and an engaged, harmonious touring experience. Discover Ricky Maymi's exclusive insights – explore Brian Jonestown Massacre's upcoming tour and new music now!
Ali Zarin is indeed a posthumous work... a hypnotic torment of 45 minutes: a loop machine that accelerates, decelerates, transforms within its minimal constraints. Piecing together this disturbing puzzle, made of a hundred and more productions, you find the thread in the jumbled words of a madman sitting in a corner telling you a truth, in the wrong ways, times, places.
Ali Zarin is indeed a posthumous work... a hypnotic torment of 45 minutes: a loop machine that accelerates, decelerates, transforms within its minimal constraints.
Piecing together this disturbing puzzle, made of a hundred and more productions, you find the thread in the jumbled words of a madman sitting in a corner telling you a truth, in the wrong ways, times, places.
The review explores Bryn Jones's career as Muslimgauze, highlighting his vast and politically charged musical output focusing on the Middle East. Ali Zarin, a hypnotic posthumous album, showcases his intense, loop-based style, though it is less distinctive than some earlier works. The review reflects on Jones's complex legacy as an artist obsessed with social issues, yet often misunderstood or overlooked. It situates Ali Zarin as a haunting yet compelling piece within his vast discography. Dive into the hypnotic world of Muslimgauze's Ali Zarin—listen now and experience a unique posthumous journey through sound and politics.
Walking out of the theater leaves you with the feeling of having lived that summer of 1983 alongside the two protagonists, Elio and Oliver. The film lives precisely in the bodies of Elio and Oliver, in their cyclically coming together and moving apart, like a mating dance.
Walking out of the theater leaves you with the feeling of having lived that summer of 1983 alongside the two protagonists, Elio and Oliver.
The film lives precisely in the bodies of Elio and Oliver, in their cyclically coming together and moving apart, like a mating dance.
Guadagnino's Call Me By Your Name offers a deeply sensory experience of summer 1983 in Italy, focusing more on atmosphere than on complex narrative. The love story between Elio and Oliver unfolds with poetic visuals and tender intimacy, despite some script weaknesses. The film explores internal fears around desire rather than external societal pressures, presenting love as a universal, instinctive force. Though not a great film, it's an evocative and worthwhile experience. Dive into the evocative world of Call Me By Your Name and experience a summer of tender love and poetic beauty.
You cannot own what you love and you cannot love what you own. Without Love the rot of the World enters just the same. The door must remain open.
You cannot own what you love and you cannot love what you own.
Without Love the rot of the World enters just the same. The door must remain open.
This heartfelt piece explores Thelonious Monk’s iconic 'Round Midnight through a narrative filled with love, imperfection, and friendship. It focuses on Pannonica Rothschild’s devoted support of Monk, illuminating the emotional depth behind the music. The review intertwines personal stories with musical analysis, underscoring the transformative power of jazz and the enduring human connections it fosters. Dive into the heartfelt story of Thelonious Monk’s 'Round Midnight and feel the soul of jazz in every note. Listen and experience the legend!
My encounter with Brittany Howard happened in 2012, and I was struck by the stage presence and vocal power of the singer and guitarist from Athens. A golden voice that pours all its emotion into the music.
My encounter with Brittany Howard happened in 2012, and I was struck by the stage presence and vocal power of the singer and guitarist from Athens.
A golden voice that pours all its emotion into the music.
The review praises Alabama Shakes' debut album Boys & Girls for its soulful blues rock sound inspired by the '60s and '70s. Brittany Howard's vocal presence is a highlight, delivering emotionally powerful performances both on record and live. The album is celebrated track-by-track, emphasizing its timeless and captivating qualities. It is regarded as a groundbreaking and heartfelt release. Fans of blues rock and Southern music will find this record essential. Listen to Alabama Shakes' Boys & Girls now and experience Brittany Howard's powerful blues rock debut!
We are undoubtedly dealing with a unique writer: his perspective is cosmic and anti-anthropocentric, endowed with a genuine poetic vein, a macabre and decadent touch, and possessing a monumental and bizarre vocabulary. Atlantis and the Lost Worlds fills a gap by making available to "weird" enthusiasts a writer who, over the years, had gained a "Holy Grail" status.
We are undoubtedly dealing with a unique writer: his perspective is cosmic and anti-anthropocentric, endowed with a genuine poetic vein, a macabre and decadent touch, and possessing a monumental and bizarre vocabulary.
Atlantis and the Lost Worlds fills a gap by making available to "weird" enthusiasts a writer who, over the years, had gained a "Holy Grail" status.
Clark Ashton Smith's 'Atlantis and the Lost Worlds' is a long-awaited complete Italian edition featuring four of his major story cycles. The review praises the author's unique, cosmic perspective and decadent prose style. The book marks an important addition for fantasy and weird fiction enthusiasts, enriched with detailed translations, maps, and illustrations. Smith is positioned as a pillar of early 20th-century American fantasy alongside Lovecraft and Howard. The volume stands out as a significant cultural and literary release in Italy. Dive into the cosmic and decadent worlds of Clark Ashton Smith—explore 'Atlantis and the Lost Worlds' and experience timeless fantasy like never before.
"The Tempest is an enigma." "All shall vanish into thin air. We are such stuff as dreams are made on, and our little life is rounded with a sleep."
"The Tempest is an enigma."
"All shall vanish into thin air. We are such stuff as dreams are made on, and our little life is rounded with a sleep."
This review deeply analyzes Shakespeare's The Tempest, highlighting the multifaceted nature of Prospero as duke, magician, and colonizer. It explores themes of power, magic, colonial relations, and theatricality woven into the play. The author connects the play's complexity to a personal reflection on shared communal spaces from childhood. The review praises the play's rich symbolism and enduring relevance. Discover the rich layers of Shakespeare's The Tempest—read the full review and experience this timeless play today!
Explicitly inspired by the masters of psychedelia Trad, Gras och Stenar, the sound... is a true minimalist composition. As if they were the distant songs of the first homo sapiens who walked this planet played backward at 33 revolutions per minute.
Explicitly inspired by the masters of psychedelia Trad, Gras och Stenar, the sound... is a true minimalist composition.
As if they were the distant songs of the first homo sapiens who walked this planet played backward at 33 revolutions per minute.
The Myrrors’ 'Archives, Vol. I: Lunar Halo' is a high-quality live archival album showcasing the band’s neo-psychedelic mastery. Originally recorded in 2014 in Tucson, it features partial improvisation built on structured themes. The sound is inspired by classic psychedelic masters and represents a minimalist yet ecstatic musical journey through global sonic traditions. Listen to The Myrrors' Lunar Halo and dive into an immersive psychedelic journey.
‘Start the first track, relax, and lie down to count the stars one by one: infinite love will rise in your soul.’ ‘Things break all the time. Glasses, dishes, nails. Promises. Hearts. Sunny Border Blue seems to remind us of that with a decent dose of irony.’
‘Start the first track, relax, and lie down to count the stars one by one: infinite love will rise in your soul.’
‘Things break all the time. Glasses, dishes, nails. Promises. Hearts. Sunny Border Blue seems to remind us of that with a decent dose of irony.’
Sunny Border Blue by Kristin Hersh is a deeply emotional indie-folk album that captures mood swings and raw feelings through rich instrumentation and heartfelt lyrics. The review highlights standout tracks like 'Your Dirty Answer' and 'Spain,' praising Hersh’s distinctive voice and songwriting. It recommends experiencing the album in reflective moments, especially at the transition from summer to autumn. The album’s enduring appeal is linked with comparisons to artists like Elliott Smith and PJ Harvey. Immerse yourself in Kristin Hersh's Sunny Border Blue and experience a beautifully raw indie-folk journey today.
"Keaton Henson is a slender reed amidst the storm of life, which has not broken him: it has bent him." "It takes courage to listen to a Keaton Henson album, like Dear..., knowing that in some song one will find a bit of themselves."
"Keaton Henson is a slender reed amidst the storm of life, which has not broken him: it has bent him."
"It takes courage to listen to a Keaton Henson album, like Dear..., knowing that in some song one will find a bit of themselves."
Keaton Henson's Dear... is a fragile and courageous album that explores deep personal anxieties and vulnerability. Recorded in intimate conditions, it captures the power of delicate, introspective songwriting. The review emphasizes the emotional strength it takes to face oneself and share that with listeners. It praises Henson's trembling, yet powerful voice and invites listeners to find pieces of themselves in his music. Listen to Keaton Henson's Dear... and experience the emotional courage behind fragile, beautiful songs.
The title is an anagram of 'Sundays & Cybele.' But the real reason I chose it is because I wanted to express my view of the world around us. I consider [the film] a kind of secret treasure that can only be discovered by those who truly feel represented by the contents of that film.
The title is an anagram of 'Sundays & Cybele.' But the real reason I chose it is because I wanted to express my view of the world around us.
I consider [the film] a kind of secret treasure that can only be discovered by those who truly feel represented by the contents of that film.
The review presents Sundays & Cybele as a key figure in contemporary Japanese psychedelic rock, blending traditional music with 70s acid rock. Kazuo Tsubouchi discusses the concept behind their album 'Chaos & Systems,' reflecting his views on society and Eastern thought. The interview also explores their connection to a French film, musical influences, and the state of Japanese psychedelic music today. Notably, the band values cultural authenticity while aiming for broader international appeal. Dive into Sundays & Cybele’s unique psychedelic sounds—listen to 'Chaos & Systems' and discover the fusion of Japanese tradition and acid rock today!
An album loaded with vital energy and filled with obsessive-compulsive drone and post-industrial sounds. Your word is ours, and this has made you immortal. Now rest in peace Boruch Alan Bermowitz.
An album loaded with vital energy and filled with obsessive-compulsive drone and post-industrial sounds.
Your word is ours, and this has made you immortal. Now rest in peace Boruch Alan Bermowitz.
Alan Vega's posthumous album IT is more than just music—it's a vital continuation of his influential legacy with Suicide. Blending post-punk, blues, and post-industrial sounds, the album provides intense snapshots of New York life, filled with emotional and spiritual depth. It captures Vega’s tormented yet powerful artistic vision, honoring his role as an underground cult figure and musical innovator. Dive into Alan Vega's IT and experience the raw, haunting energy of a true musical visionary.
‘H3+’ is dedicated to loss, abandonment, and rebirth, where ‘grace’ is the molecule at the base of life. Benvegnù writes the same album since ‘Rosemary Plexiglass,’ a continuous film with life.
‘H3+’ is dedicated to loss, abandonment, and rebirth, where ‘grace’ is the molecule at the base of life.
Benvegnù writes the same album since ‘Rosemary Plexiglass,’ a continuous film with life.
H3+ is Paolo Benvegnù’s third chapter in his trilogy exploring profound human themes. Dedicated to loss, abandonment, and rebirth, the album combines philosophical depth with emotional beauty. The work features collaborations and references to influential experimental artists, making it a masterful and conceptual piece. It continues Benvegnù’s evolving narrative with fresh awareness and poetic grace. Listen to Paolo Benvegnù’s H3+ and experience a profound journey through loss, rebirth, and graceful songwriting.
Science fiction is one of the most difficult literary genres to practice, especially novels, because the world to tell often does not exist. Italian science fiction is no less valid than that written in other countries; however, the literary genre is in decline, while cinematic SF is thriving.
Science fiction is one of the most difficult literary genres to practice, especially novels, because the world to tell often does not exist.
Italian science fiction is no less valid than that written in other countries; however, the literary genre is in decline, while cinematic SF is thriving.
This friendly interview with Piero Schiavo Campo reveals his evolution from astrophysicist to celebrated sci-fi author. He discusses his inspirations, the role of science in his writing, and the experimental nature of his works blending fairy tales with science fiction. Campo also offers thoughtful insights on the current Italian SF landscape and the challenges the genre faces in the era of cinematic dominance. His deep scientific knowledge enriches his narrative approach, making this a compelling read for lovers of intelligent SF. Discover Piero Schiavo Campo's unique blend of science and storytelling—read the full interview and explore his award-winning novels now!
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