Concluding the celebration of their 40th anniversary, The Residents are pleased to announce Shadowland, Part 3 of the Randy, Chuck & Bob Trilogy. Aspiring to examine life in reverse, the trilogy began in 2010 with The Talking Light, a study of ghosts and death; reflecting on love and sex, the group continued with their Wonder of Weird tour in 2013; and finally with Shadowland, Randy, Chuck & Bob will focus on the beginning of life - birth. As with Parts 1 & 2 of the trilogy, Part 3 will feature music from The Residents’ extensive catalog interspersed with short videos about birth, rebirth, reincarnation and NDEs (near death experiences).
So far, the following dates are known :
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May 2- Belgium-Gent, Vooruit
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May 3- Netherlands-Den Haag, Paard van Troje
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May 4- Germany-Düsseldorf, Zakk
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May 5 - Switzerland -St. Gallen, Grabenhalle
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May 6 - Switzerland -Lausanne, Les Docks
"Victoria is a golden talent who has grown stronger every time I've seen her play. Rugby's best kept secret, that's the way I've been describing her.
"Words from the Cradle", her debut album, more than validates that belief.
Natural, authentic, precociously developed. There is just enough originality to maybe jar on first hearing, sending the listener back for another dose. You have someting new here, and new things take time.
With this album I consider Victoria a true songwriter. In this I mean she has the mark of a gifted painter in words and sound. Someone who not only looks, but sees, not only hears, but listens - her filter to process, instantly charming and unique. Victoria brushes with a broad palet. Nothing restricted or forced, occasional dabs of impressionism, always just the right touches of colour and shade.
Her sound is folk-inspired, but always real and grounded, no make-believe world of fairies and goblins here. Relationships are busy, urban and complex. There is cosiness and intimacy. The tracks are clear, stripped and focused. No unneccesary fat on these bones.
"Words from the Cradle" is homely and homespun, reflected in uncomplicated production and arrangements. A voice at times haunting, inducer of goosebumps, a voice you hold no barrier for. "Words..." is a beautiful document and I urge you to listen / buy."
Scott Baker, local poet Rugby, England.
"Cane, Rain & Rocking Chairs" is the third (independently produced) Anteloids album. More info: www.theanteloids.co.uk and www.facebook.com/theanteloids. The Anteloids are Paul Sizer (Keys & Percussion), Huw Janes (Drums), Ben Jennings (Guitars) and Tom Jennings (Bass & Vocals). British Bluesrock madness ... Check it out!
Newest movie by Volker Schlondörff at the 64th International Filmfestival of Berlin
Lumière informs us that Diplomatie, the newest movie by Volker SCHLÖNDORFF ('Die Blechtrommel') which is based on the play by Cyril GELY will be one of the highlights of this year’s Berlinale.
This movie features Niels ARESTRUP ('Un prophète') and André DUSSOLIER ('Impardonnables', 'Le fabuleux destin d'Amélie Poulain') and is based upon an true story during World War II.
If you can’t make it to Berlin, you don’t have to worry as the movie can bes een in Belgian theatres from 12th March on.
Something Cold is proud to announce the release of "Let's Leave Reality," the debut LP from Florida's intergalactic synth duo, Os Ovni. “Let's Leave Reality” is the second release on the Detroit-based imprint specializing in minimal electronic music. Having performed together for 15 years under various experimental electronic projects, Logan Owlbeemoth and Omebi Velouria formed Os Ovni (Portuguese for The UFO) in 2010 while living in Austin, TX. With two 7” and 12” releases and an appearance on the (now out-of-print) Something Cold various artist LP behind them, the vortex they navigate with us continues to grow.
“Let's Leave Reality” features eight tracks of experimental electronic pop lost in time and space. The psychedelic harmonies and colliding layers of synths paint a vision of a future that isn't so much bleak as it is paranoid. Hyper-paced drum machines buzz under the shimmering structure of the synths. Logan and Omebi's vocals stir in perfect harmony glazed with lost celluloid inspired visions. Production of “Let's Leave Reality” was overseen by Matt Weiner of Atlanta's synth-wave duo Featureless Ghost. The LP cover art was designed by Belgium designers, OOh. The release is limited to 500 vinyl copies.
