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Asrine Stundyte: Perspectives on Feminism and Opera Within moments of entering the room, Asrine Stundyte captures my attention by stating, “I am totally not a feminist.” This declaration comes as a bit of a shock, especially considering I had just observed her rehearsing for Leoš Janáček’s opera The Makropulos Case at the Royal Opera. This … Read more
He is a master of the lively beat and the patriarch of melodic music. He skillfully handles suspensions—sufficiently tense for their resolutions to shine forth like daylight, yet quite tame when compared to the bold harmonic explorations by his peers. His compositions are as quintessentially vital as a multipack of M&S underwear, and as quintessentially … Read more
It seems that at some point, every renowned musician finds themselves drawn to the works of JS Bach. Although the clarinet as we know it had not yet been invented during Bach’s lifetime, Martin Fröst’s rendition, as smooth and expressive as ever, claims a unique connection to the concise yet delightful pieces featured in this … Read more
Rediscovering Rebecca Clarke: A Musical Renaissance Rebecca Clarke, a name increasingly recognized among the elite of female composers, has been celebrated for her exceptional quality and inspirational consistency. Born in 1886, Clarke’s musical education included mentorship under notable figures such as Stanford and Vaughan Williams. As a skilled violist, she broke new ground as one … Read more
When Oasis first toured Australia back in 1998, they were surrounded by scandal, leading some to wonder if it was all just a publicity stunt. Liam earned a permanent ban from Cathay Pacific due to supposed misconduct during their flight, later remarking to an Australian journalist, “I don’t give a flying fuck … I’d rather … Read more
“To truly rock out, you must dare to defy the norms. You must rebel against authority,” once declared the legendary Jack Black in the film School of Rock. This bold proclamation resonated with four teens from Canberra in 2015. After watching the movie during a sleepover, they were inspired to form what would later become … Read more
Ravyn Lenae, originally from Chicago, has been enchanting the alternative R&B scene since the mid-2010s. An artistic soul from her days in art school, her unique, slightly pop-infused style first gained significant attention when her Crush EP was produced by indie sensation Steve Lacy in 2018. This evening in Manchester, her distinctive stage presence is … Read more
Richard Ashcroft is currently capturing headlines. Having recently opened for Oasis, a role he humorously claimed no one else could fill, the ex-Verve frontman is now riding the wave of a nearly sold-out arena tour set for 2026. He’s also booked additional shows with Oasis in South America and is dropping his seventh solo project, … Read more
Emerging Tracks of the Week Originating from New York and LondonSuggested for fans of Kali Malone, Éliane Radigue, Caterina Barbieri, and the sounds of Burial’s ComafieldsWhat’s next? The release of the Infinity Gradient album on November 21 The pipe organ has a unique allure for avant-garde musicians, unmatched by any other acoustic instrument in its … Read more
Rosalía Vila Tobella is weary of contemporary pop music being reduced to mere tabloid material, where songs are laced with insinuations about personal feuds and betrayals. “It’s becoming tedious to watch how everyone seems to be name-dropping celebrities, who in turn talk about other celebrities,” she remarks. “I find myself more drawn to the stories … Read more
