"Alice is one of those songs that there's a before and an after."

 "In Francesco you found the most thorny Dylan sifted through grace."

This review fondly explores Francesco De Gregori's music and its impact on personal and cultural memories. The author recalls key songs like "Alice" and reflects on the poetic, sometimes surreal nature of De Gregori's lyrics. Despite initial distance, the music ultimately fascinates and opens new artistic perspectives. The review balances nostalgia, admiration, and a nuanced look at the artist's evolution. Discover the poetic world of Francesco De Gregori—listen to his timeless songs and explore his unique lyricism today!

 "Licking and re-licking the trough in a kind of obligatory rite... The tongue has the power to eliminate the possession marks left by the subordinates."

 The author describes "the revolt, the repressed anger, and finally the refusal of an already pre-packaged destiny."

Gavino Ledda's Lingua di falce is a gripping autobiographical work portraying his struggle against social and familial subservience in rural Sardinia. The book powerfully contrasts ancient traditions with modernity while conveying a deep love for nature and his homeland. Its rich, intense prose mixes Sardinian language and Italian, revealing both tender and fierce moments. Despite occasional challenging passages, the emotional honesty and cultural insight shine through, making the work compelling and relevant today. Dive into Gavino Ledda's Lingua di falce — a raw and powerful Sardinian journey of tradition, rebellion, and identity.

 The world has been shaped by men for men and male experience is considered universal.

 Practically, for a woman, seeking medical consultation is more or less like relying on a shaman!

The review praises Caroline Criado Perez's book Invisible for its thorough analysis of the pervasive gender data gap affecting women globally. It highlights issues in workplace safety, medicine, politics, and economics, emphasizing how data exclusion harms women’s lives. The book uses clear examples and accessible writing mixed with irony. The review encourages both women and men to understand these inequalities and work towards more inclusive solutions. Discover the hidden gender inequalities in Invisible—read now to see how data shapes women's lives and why equality matters.

 When a film and its lead actor move you every time as if it were the first, no further explanation is needed.

 The final scene of the film is one of the most comedic and memorable parentheses of Robin Williams’ entire filmography.

This review celebrates the enduring appeal of Mrs. Doubtfire, highlighting Robin Williams' iconic performance and the film's blend of humor and heartfelt family themes. It reflects on the importance of disguise as a plot device and the emotional complexity behind the comedy. The reviewer admires the timeless soundtrack and praises the film’s ability to remain touching after 30 years. It also discusses the thoughtfully chosen ending and abandoned sequel plans. Discover the heartwarming humor and timeless magic of Mrs. Doubtfire—watch the classic Robin Williams film today!

 The film flows quickly between jokes and twists before you even notice its albeit short duration.

 Excellent performance by the always brilliant John Turturro, a friend of the protagonist played by Philip Seymour Hoffman.

God’s Pocket marks John Slattery’s first feature film, blending dark humor and twists in a working-class South Philadelphia setting. The film showcases strong performances, especially from John Turturro and Philip Seymour Hoffman, and flows quickly through its complex narrative. Rooted in a gritty neighborhood inspired by an urban legend, the story explores misfortune and struggles within a close-knit community. The reviewer appreciates the film's fast pace and compelling storytelling. Discover the gritty charm and dark twists of God’s Pocket—watch it now and experience John Slattery’s compelling directorial debut.

 "Orlando, le forme dell’Amore can be considered the musical summa of Nocenzi, releasing one of the most beautiful prog albums ever on the national scene."

 "The effort to reproduce the tales of Orlando Furioso was not simple, but the result is convincing and unique in the Italian progressive scene."

Banco del Mutuo Soccorso’s album Orlando: Le Forme dell'Amore is a monumental 75-minute prog rock concept album inspired by Ariosto's Orlando Furioso. The founding member Vittorio Nocenzi masterfully intertwines storytelling and rich musical variation, recalling the band’s early classics. The album balances themes of war and love through powerful compositions and vocals, especially highlighting Viola Nocenzi's performances. The high-quality acoustic production and double vinyl edition complete this essential prog release. Explore the epic journey of Banco del Mutuo Soccorso’s Orlando and experience one of the finest Italian prog albums ever made.

 The death diary is raw in its description of the symptoms that were progressively leading him to death.

 Maybe, if not for this, we wouldn’t have had the 'cosmic Edgar Allan Poe' (a felicitous definition by Jacques Bergier).

This biography offers rare documents detailing H.P. Lovecraft's youth and death. It presents his death diary with raw descriptions of his illness and explores his complex family background. The text dispels myths about his reclusiveness and highlights his rich social and literary network. Edited by Italian Lovecraft expert Pietro Guarriello, it includes essays shedding light on the origins of his unique cult universe. Dive into the intimate life and final days of H.P. Lovecraft and uncover the stories behind the cosmic horror legend.

 Valeria Golino showcases a repertoire of tousled hair, endless cigarettes, worn-out red nail polish, and bold miniskirts, combined with a tight, foul-mouthed Neapolitan dialect.

 TheLyingLifeofAdults is a series that fails to make a mark and, despite containing touching or funny moments, does not fully achieve its goals.

The Lying Life of Adults is a Netflix series set in 1990s Naples, directed by Edoardo De Angelis and based on Elena Ferrante’s novel. While praised for historical accuracy, music, and Valeria Golino’s performance, some acting and audio issues detract from the experience. The story’s strongest bond, between Giovanna and Aunt Vittoria, feels underdeveloped. Despite meaningful moments, the series struggles to leave a lasting impact and may disappoint some viewers. Explore the complex world of Naples in the 90s with The Lying Life of Adults—watch now and dive into this bittersweet family drama.

 Those who break the balls in a heavenly manner are on the right path to the Kingdom of Heaven.

 The immense pleasure of being a ship at the mercy of the storm and not being afraid to be suspended in the timeless.

This review celebrates Ornette Coleman's album as a groundbreaking work that breaks traditional jazz rules with free, improvisational melodies. The reviewer uses playful language and metaphor to describe the chaotic yet divine nature of the music, appreciating its boldness and spiritual impact. Despite acknowledging its challenging sound, the album is praised as an essential avant-garde journey. Explore Ornette Coleman's jazz revolution and experience a daring new sound today!

 These songs stick in my throat, but especially the film they support, certainly not the only or even the major culprit of a subculture tied to the ephemeral and to appearances.

 Saturday Night Fever is an excellent starting point to focus and be thoroughly bitter and appalled by that so-called reflux phenomenon, which soon invaded a good part of the eighties.

The reviewer nostalgically recounts a youthful European journey intertwined with the cultural wave sparked by the Saturday Night Fever soundtrack. Despite its historical importance, the soundtrack and film symbolize, for him, a negative cultural shift toward superficial disco culture. The author prefers 70s rock and sharply criticizes disco's dominance and its associated social behaviors. Discover the story behind the iconic soundtrack and explore a passionate critique of disco culture and its legacy.

 Ligotti is a sort of 'philosopher of horror' whose weird fiction conveys impulses and nightmares.

 The masterpiece of Noctuary is undoubtedly The Voice in the Bones, a macabre and dreamlike story symbolizing our putrescent universe.

Thomas Ligotti's Nottuario is a significant work in weird literature, blending horror with philosophy and personal obsessions. The book is structured into three parts, showcasing Ligotti’s unique voice and cosmic horror themes. Notable stories like 'The Voice in the Bones' exemplify the dreamlike, nightmarish quality that defines his style. This review praises Ligotti's complex narrative and suggests reading with the right mindset to fully appreciate his artistry. Dive into Thomas Ligotti's Nottuario to experience mind-bending horror and haunting philosophical reflections.

 "The single 'Dreaming of Love' is not at all suitable to be a single, neither rhythmic nor engaging."

 "An album that would have deserved much more."

Lollipop's second album 'Together' released in 2004 showed more vocal maturity and featured solo performances by each member. However, poor promotion and a questionable single choice led to low sales and little chart success. The album deserved more attention than it received. The reviewer suggests 'Love Is Gonna Change' would have been a stronger single. Discover Lollipop's overlooked album 'Together' and explore its hidden vocal gems today!

 "This is the first image that comes to mind when listening to ‘Laminate Pet Animal,’...walking on the snowy ground while leaving behind its footprints."

 "Snowmine...are skilled at handling a certain type of American indie-rock, comparable to that of Shearwater, although...more canonical structure."

Snowmine's Laminate Pet Animal immerses listeners in a forest-like atmosphere with cheerful yet nuanced indie rock. The album balances dynamic rhythms and reverberated vocals, highlighted by tracks like 'Danger In The Snow' and 'Let Me In.' Hailing from New York, Snowmine offers a more structured and accessible take on American indie rock, akin to Shearwater. The reviewer regards the album as a delightful and underrated gem. Listen to Snowmine's Laminate Pet Animal and discover this charming indie rock adventure!

 Avatar represents in this sense a fairly definitive landing in this form of Hollywood degeneration.

 It is narrative fast food, but without even the advantage of being quick.

This review criticizes James Cameron's Avatar: The Way of Water for its impressive technical achievements paired with a predictable and clichéd narrative. Despite the film's strong production quality, it lacks meaningful content, relying heavily on visual spectacle without delivering a compelling story or emotional depth. The review argues that such blockbusters reflect a fatigued Hollywood focused more on commercial safety than creative risks. Ultimately, the movie is seen as a visual amusement park without lasting impact. Explore this candid review and decide if Avatar's stunning visuals are enough to overlook its hollow story.

 "The album listens well... at a certain point, a certain tedium arises due to the continuous clatter of acoustics, but many of the best pieces from their repertoire are present and their melodic charm remains intact."

 "In my opinion, the differences between Rick and Chris Robinson were precisely about this musical style problem: the rock guitarist and the singer... stoned."

Croweology is a 2010 double album by The Black Crowes featuring mostly acoustic renditions of their early tracks. It revisits classic songs with a southern rock and rock blues feel, highlighting the musical differences between the Robinson brothers. Though some find the acoustic approach a bit tedious, the album remains appealing for fans, showcased with attractive packaging despite some readability issues. Rated four stars out of five. Discover the soulful acoustic side of The Black Crowes with Croweology – listen now and dive into classic rock reimagined!

 The voice of Mr. Punk captures the absolute characterization of aggravating audacity, hoarse and scratchy.

 They have created a mini-album that doesn’t forgive distractions, pulling you into its incendiary groove.

The Dick Dastardly’s self-titled EP showcases an aggressive and refined punk sound inspired by legends like Dead Boys and Mudhoney. The band’s stylistic evolution is clear, driven by a passionate, analog-driven energy. Frontman Punk’s vocals highlight raw audacity while the tight rhythm section fuels an intense sonic experience. The EP blends rebellious punk spirit with strong social and artistic messages. Listen now to The Dick Dastardly’s explosive punk EP and feel the raw energy and rebellious spirit!

 When I heard it for the first time I felt like I had smoked my first joint.

 Wolfgang, a very sad emo broken song that represents me.

The review praises Suorah's album 'Into Me' as a fabulous dance record ideal for club parties. It highlights standout tracks like 'Not Ur Bxtch' and the emo-inspired 'Wolfgang'. The album is appreciated for its alternative, non-commercial style and emotional depth. Listen to Suorah's 'Into Me' for a unique dance and emo experience that stands out from the crowd!

 Aurora shows all her musical intelligence and makes us understand why this album can’t simply be defined as pop, but requires a small yet heavy “art” before it.

 You really dive into her mind for the entire length of the album, which is quite long; however, the dynamic is so skillfully balanced that it keeps it constantly moving.

Aurora’s album ‘The Gods We Can Touch’ showcases her distinctive Nordic-inspired sound through delicate arrangements and sophisticated orchestration. The review highlights her artistic intelligence and emotional depth, with guest vocals from Pomme adding intrigue. The album skillfully blends pop with art music, inviting listeners on a dreamy journey evoking northern lights and Scandinavian landscapes. Its dynamic flow between ballads and energetic tracks makes for an engaging listening experience. Listen to Aurora's 'The Gods We Can Touch' and immerse yourself in Nordic art-pop magic today!

 With the Elios, you always joke in a really serious way.

 This record is a masterpiece. There will not be more albums like this.

This review commemorates the 30th anniversary of Elio e le Storie Tese’s album "Italyan, rum casusu çıktı," praising its enduring humor and innovative sound. The reviewer highlights the album's unique collaborations, brilliant musicality, and cultural relevance. Key tracks and performances are discussed in detail, emphasizing the band’s clever and serious approach to comedy. The album is hailed as an irreplaceable masterpiece in Italian music history. Dive into the genius and humor of Elio e le Storie Tese’s classic—listen now and experience a timeless Italian musical masterpiece!

 It’s the "June 9th Nighttime" and before going to sleep, you decide to take a walk in your garden to admire the newly bloomed flowers under the light of a full moon.

 The music continues to cradle you, with its slow and calm flow, but it doesn’t let you go.

Florist’s self-titled album evokes a tranquil and melancholic atmosphere through gentle ambient guitar arpeggios and evocative lyrics. The review portrays the music as a journey through time, memory, and emotions, wrapped in nature-inspired imagery. The album balances serenity with underlying sadness, offering a reflective and immersive listening experience. Dive into Florist’s serene and emotional debut album—listen now and experience a haunting journey through time and memory.