IRA is a frontier record, one of boundless and unknown landscapes crossed by a multitude whose lives and voices mix until they lose their contours.

 I now want to consider IRA as the ideal soundtrack of a post-apocalyptic film by Herzog. As the journey from an old world to a new world.

Iosonouncane's IRA is a complex and multifaceted album that challenges traditional cultural boundaries. The reviewer connects the album’s themes with post-apocalyptic visions and artistic journeys akin to Herzog’s works. Praised for its depth and reflective nature, IRA demands attentive listening beyond superficial engagement. Dive into Iosonouncane’s IRA and experience a powerful, cinematic musical journey that redefines cultural identity and modernity.

 Do you want to feel this way?

 In this series, everything revolves around the figure of man, with his questions and hopes, with his weaknesses and madness.

The Leftovers is an underrated HBO drama about the aftermath of a mysterious global disappearance, focusing on human struggles with faith and love. Though slow to start, its story deepens over three seasons, anchored by strong performances from Justin Theroux and Carrie Coon. The series explores complex themes of belief, madness, and hope, enhanced by Max Richter's evocative soundtrack. It challenges viewers to question right and wrong beyond simple answers. Watch The Leftovers and dive into a powerful story of faith, loss, and humanity that grows richer with every episode.

 Ferocity builds up walls around me, it envelops me.

 Infernal symphonies like honey for a heart strangled by tentacles of thorns.

The review of Death's live album 'Vivus!' paints a vivid picture of intense, ferocious metal that acts as a form of emotional purification. The music is described as a fierce storm, both exhausting and healing, born from deep personal suffering and youthful pain. This maximalist and brutal sound envelops the listener, offering solace to fragile souls through its powerful energy. Ultimately, the album is celebrated for its monstrous beauty and cathartic force. Experience the ferocity and catharsis of Death's 'Vivus!'—listen now and feel the raw power of metal's healing storm.

 "Mail art: 'an ethereal and infinite game of correspondences', a system of relationships, a free and gratuitous exchange."

 "Life is more important than art, that’s the only thing art can say."

The review celebrates Trax - Xtra as an innovative project blending mail art and sonic collages inspired by Ray Johnson’s concept of participatory art. It highlights the playful, collective nature of the work involving multiple artists exchanging fragments through a postal system. The album is praised for its experimental spirit, its blend of music and visual poetry, and its challenge to traditional art hierarchies. The review evokes the warmth and energy of the artistic process behind Trax’s unique sound and aesthetic. Dive into Trax - Xtra and discover a vibrant world of mail art, sonic collage, and collective creativity. Listen and get inspired!

 Jean Ray’s particular style creates an effective and unsettling atmosphere in the remote town of Ingersham.

 The final detective explanation ends up spoiling part of the genuine disturbing atmosphere, reflecting one of Lovecraft’s critiques of Gothic novels.

The review examines Jean Ray's novel The City of Unspeakable Fear, highlighting its unique blend of detective and supernatural elements rooted in European culture. While the story starts strongly with haunting ghost tales, a rational detective explanation somewhat weakens the eerie atmosphere. The novel is praised for its effective setting and style, though it does not quite reach the level of Ray's masterpiece Malpertuis. Newly published in Italy by Agenzia Alcatraz, it offers a rewarding read for lovers of weird fiction. Discover Jean Ray's eerie blend of detective and supernatural in The City of Unspeakable Fear—read the Italian edition now!

 Right from the initial “What Falls Away,” we immediately recognize his inimitable touch that has characterized his most evanescent music.

 The real surprise of As It Is is the epic final track “Emerging” that manages to reach a new direction in the sound of the Californian musician.

Steve Roach’s album As It Is marks a refreshing return to inspired ambient music after years of routine sounds. The album blends tribal percussion, cosmic synths, and evocative piano. Highlights include the atmospheric opener “What Falls Away” and the epic closing track “Emerging,” co-composed with Linda Kohanov. Overall, it confirms Roach’s enduring mastery and uniqueness in the genre. Listen to Steve Roach’s ‘As It Is’ now and experience a masterclass in ambient music innovation.

 Compared to the friends of the Windmill scene, they certainly remain the noisiest.

 ...between brutally prog, mathematical rock, and deformed postism, they continue to speak over the clamor.

This review praises Black Midi's album Cavalcade for its intense fusion of brutal progressive rock, mathematical structures, and experimental post-punk elements. The band stands out as the noisiest act amid the Windmill scene, embracing repetition and alteration to create a disintegrating yet cohesive sound. References to diverse influences highlight Cavalcade's complexity and dark, psychedelic edge. Overall, it's a challenging but rewarding listen. Dive into the chaotic world of Black Midi's Cavalcade and experience a bold fusion of progressive and experimental rock today!

 Marvelous is the camera movement that dreamily moves through metropolitan nightmares and captures eternal moments of solitude.

 And that motorcycle ride at the end of the film, with the wind slashing your face and cleansing the remnants of deceit...

The review praises Wong Kar-Wai's Angeli Perduti for its poetic and emotional depth. It highlights the film's exploration of alienation, solitude, and existential questions. The cinematography brilliantly captures the metropolitan atmosphere and the intimate struggles of its characters. The ending motorcycle ride symbolizes a hopeful moment of salvation and self-reflection. Overall, the film is celebrated as a haunting yet beautiful cinematic experience. Discover the emotional depth and visual poetry of Wong Kar-Wai's Angeli Perduti—watch now and immerse yourself in this haunting journey.

 "'Merdre!': the battle cry with which Jarry always charged against all the theatrical and literary conventions of his time."

 "A journey in which the reader is at the mercy of the 'science of imaginary solutions'; a journey where not only everything and its opposite can happen, but often both things happen simultaneously."

This review examines Alfred Jarry's 'I Minuti di Sabbia Memoriale' as a complex, genre-defying work that blends poetry, prose, and theatrical elements. It highlights Jarry's linguistic invention, gothic atmosphere, and sharp irony. The reviewer praises the masterpiece 'Haldernablou' for its hallucinatory style and notes the autobiographical layers underlying the text. Overall, the review celebrates Jarry's coherence and bold rejection of conventions. Dive into Alfred Jarry's enigmatic world with 'I Minuti di Sabbia Memoriale' and discover a masterpiece beyond all literary boundaries.

 The album is a selection of tracks ranging from 1968 to 1975, extracted from the elusive "tapes," a mountain of music recorded and accumulated of impressive quality.

 Alien ethnic music, that’s what comes to mind when listening, further mystified by those E.F.S. (Ethnological Forgery Series) where the repeated ethnological forgeries hide, more than a joke, a communication that shifts to the psychic, to the transmission of thought.

Can's Unlimited Edition is a compelling compilation highlighting the band's prolific experimental output from 1968 to 1975. Featuring performances by legendary vocalists Malcolm Mooney and Damo Suzuki, it showcases immersive improvisations and innovative sonic textures. The album cover’s symbolic imagery complements its boundary-pushing music, reflecting timeless and cosmic themes. This collection serves as a rich time capsule of Can's groundbreaking krautrock and avant-garde explorations. Dive into Can's Unlimited Edition and experience a remarkable journey through psychedelic and experimental soundscapes!

 "Il Divin Codino only suggests the myth, without ever letting it breathe."

 Roby was an honorary member of the family for many boys, including mine.

The review reflects on Andrea Arcangeli's film Il Divin Codino as a nostalgic and emotional tribute to Roberto Baggio. It highlights how the film captures the myth of the footballer without fully developing it, evoking a sense of unfinished potential. The film is appreciated for its emotional impact and its resonance with fans who see Baggio as an honorary family figure. Discover the nostalgic journey of Roberto Baggio in Andrea Arcangeli’s Il Divin Codino – watch and feel the myth live again.

 "Art has this particularly great quality: it does not tolerate lies."

 The film shows that alcohol-induced euphoria is being outside oneself, confronting Kierkegaard’s concept of anguish—the awareness of freedom and choice.

Thomas Vinterberg's 'Another Round' is an Oscar-winning Danish film exploring the controlled use of alcohol by four teachers seeking to improve their lives. The film delves into themes of existential angst, freedom, and the social realities of drinking culture in Northern Europe. It highlights both the temporary euphoria and tragic consequences of alcohol use, enriched by philosophical insights from Kierkegaard. Ultimately, it offers a sober reflection on human fallibility and the search for meaning. Watch 'Another Round' to explore the deep ties between alcohol, freedom, and life’s challenges through powerful storytelling.

 Presenting D'Annunzio in a vaguely progressive light is simply false.

 Through the electricity bill, we poor taxpayers finance films imbued with deleterious and contestable historiographical views.

Il cattivo poeta attempts to depict the final years of poet Gabriele D'Annunzio during the late 1930s but falls short due to its questionable portrayal. While performances and technical aspects are praised, the film advances a revisionist and inaccurate view of D'Annunzio as an anti-fascist figure. The reviewer criticizes RAI's involvement for promoting misleading historical perspectives to a broad audience. Discover the controversies behind Il cattivo poeta and decide for yourself how history is portrayed on screen.

 The director's gaze is light, between irony and melancholy.

 A story of an institute that wants to know our every action. Doesn’t it sound familiar to you?

Bent Hamer's 2003 film Kitchen Stories offers a unique blend of irony and melancholy while exploring a quirky social research project in 1940s Scandinavia. The story focuses on an observer studying bachelor kitchen habits and the unexpected human connection that unfolds. The film's distinctive perspective shots and light tone elevate its narrative. It's a thoughtful and enjoyable rediscovery for cinephiles seeking non-mainstream cinema. Watch Kitchen Stories and discover a charming tale of observation, irony, and human connection.

 A silent "cry" of pain that tears the soul bare, laying bare the lost souls in the incommunicability.

 A captivating and refined film like few others that nonchalantly tosses out its je accuse in the form of aphorisms.

La Notte is a powerful and bitter portrait of early 1960s Italy, focusing on the upper bourgeoisie and intellectuals. Directed by Michelangelo Antonioni, it uses innovative style and subtle performances to explore themes of incommunicability and existential crisis. The film is praised for its emotional depth, striking visuals, and its influence on future filmmakers. Despite initial public indifference, it remains a masterpiece marked by refined direction and compelling acting. It reveals human emptiness beneath social facades with poetic silence and symbolism. Discover the haunting beauty of La Notte—watch this masterpiece and delve into the soul of 1960s Italy today!

 The ancient soul of Chetro & Co. seems to renounce excessive experimentation by dotting the i’s of a deliberately sought lack of protagonism.

 "Rideranno pazze le donne" (The women will laugh madly) – surrendering to the flood is precisely its strength.

The review celebrates Chetro & Co.'s 'Danze della Sera (Suite in Modo Psichedelico) / Le Pietre Numerate' as a deeply evocative piece of Italian psychedelic rock. It highlights the album's ancient Mediterranean influences, minimalistic, non-experimental approach, and unique instrumentation, notably the violaccia. The music is seen as an esoteric, timeless journey rather than a competition-driven work. This enigmatic psych experience honors local psychedelic roots with a poetic aura. Dive into the hypnotic world of Chetro & Co. and explore this unique psychedelic journey now!

 Duran Duran have the undeniable ability to churn out beautiful songs that always feel fresh and full of appeal.

 Roger Taylor’s heavy drums and Brian Cox from Blur’s gritty guitar perfectly complement Lebon’s voice, who is in great shape.

Duran Duran’s single 'Invisible' successfully merges their classic acid rock style with fresh synth-pop elements. The song showcases strong performances and expert production, hinting at the quality of their forthcoming album Future Past. With contributions from producers like Erol Alkan and Mark Ronson, the track captivates from start to finish. Fans can also look forward to a new music video released alongside the track. Discover Duran Duran’s 'Invisible' and get ready for the upcoming Future Past album—listen now and watch the new video!

 Baghdad, city of gold and death, city of gardens and debris, of springs and barbed wires, city of blood, of life and of bombs.

 With heart in hand like that Battiato will never be again.

The review reflects on Franco Battiato's 'Concerto di Baghdad,' a live album recorded in December 1992. It evokes the complex and tragic imagery of Baghdad as a city torn by war yet full of life and history. Battiato's heartfelt and unique performance conveys deep emotions about life, death, and human suffering. The reviewer urges listeners to fully immerse themselves in this extraordinary moment of artistic expression. Dive into Franco Battiato's 'Concerto di Baghdad' and feel the profound emotions of a unique live experience.

 The album reflects the uncertainties of our society and connects to that wave of “black” pride spread overseas.

 Jamila Woods manages to maintain a balance between words and rhythms, form and content, a gift not everyone possesses.

Jamila Woods' second album, Legacy! Legacy!, offers a nuanced exploration of cultural, feminist, and racial themes through a rich blend of poetry, soul, jazz, and hip-hop. The album honors impactful figures who shape Woods’ artistic vision while updating black musical traditions for today's listeners. The balance of heartfelt lyrics and innovative soundscapes makes for a compelling and sophisticated listening experience. Overall, it is a successful and cohesive work that blends depth with accessibility. Listen to Jamila Woods' Legacy! Legacy! and experience a powerful blend of poetry, soul, and activism in modern black music.

 Bright Green Field is a child of contemporaneity, offering tools to interpret and understand the complex world we live in.

 Squid’s musical offering does not shine for originality, but extreme musical consistency, compositional prowess, and great skill make it one of the best releases of the year.

Bright Green Field is Squid's highly anticipated debut album, marking a fresh wave in post-punk with its eclectic sound and complex musicality. The album mixes influences from Talking Heads to Can, featuring neurotic and distinctive vocals by Ollie Judge. Lyrically, it offers an anti-capitalist commentary reflective of contemporary life. Celebrated for its compositional skill and consistency, the album stands out as one of 2021's best and most interesting releases in the genre. Listen to Squid's Bright Green Field and experience the fresh pulse of contemporary post-punk today!