That Girls Think They're the Queens of the Riot Grrrl – But What Were They Really Saying to Us?
This week, as I scrolled through my phone, I came across the news: Kathi Lynn Wilcox is celebrating her 55th birthday. If her name...
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The White Witch of Rock: Stevie Nicks' Legacy of Enchantment and Empowerment
As the leaves turn golden and the world inches closer to Halloween, the air is thick with mystery and magic, inviting us into the cosy...
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Oct 28
Zélia Duncan: The Woman in Thousands
On Monday, October 28th, my second cousin blew out sixty candles. Thirty years ago, she made her authorial debut in Brazilian music, but...
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Oct 26
Paul Di’Anno: Half-Brazilian Heavy Metal Icon with a Touch of Borogodó
Rest in peace, Paul Di’Anno, the lead vocalist for Iron Maiden from 1978 to 1981. Though his time with the band was brief, Iron Maiden is...
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Oct 17
One Direction and the Shifting Landscape of Music, Memories, and Masculinity: From the West to the East
Explore boy bands' evolution, examining how they shape memories and masculinity. What does the future hold?
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Sep 18
Rock in Rio 40: The 1985 Museum of Great Novelties
Discover Rock in Rio's 40-year journey from its 1985 debut in Rio de Janeiro to 2024.
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Aug 7
Chronicles of Chaos and Cultural Crossroads: Freddie Mercury Meets Adoniran Barbosa
Explore how Freddie Mercury and Adoniran Barbosa reflect cultural diversity and identity, linking their stories to contemporary issues.
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Jul 31
Prince, Glam Rock and Little Richard: The Purple Reign reaches 40
What if glam rock and Little Richard had a child? On the 40th anniversary of Purple Rain, it’s an intriguing question to introduce an...
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Jul 29
Sabrina Carpenter's Summer Smash: Sorority and Strength
#GirlsPower: Explore Sabrina Carpenter's chart-topping hits and what is behind these big numbers.
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Jul 16
Katy Perry’s 40 x 15-Power and Polemics- Are We Lucky to be in a Katy Perry’s Women’s World?
Discover Katy Perry's careerversary, controversies, and cultural impact.
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Jul 1
Worthy Farm's Worldly Wonders Wanders
Explore Glastonbury Festival's diverse musical lineup, uniting cultures with the universal language of music and shared rhythms.
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Jun 18
Chico Buarque: 80 x 8 Genius and Giant in Brazilian Culture
Overview of the legacy from Chico Buarque.
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Jun 15
Cracking the Code of Clube da Esquina
Recently, 'Clube da Esquina' (1972) was recognized by Paste Magazine as the 9th best album of all time. Did you notice that? Let me share...
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Jun 13
Musical Memoirs: As For the Future's Soundscape
a review of As For the Future self-titled debut.
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Jun 11
There is Always a Womb Beyond Your Belly Button-Cultural Revolution of the 1960s
Explore the symphony of stories within' 1960s cultural kaleidoscope! Journey through powerful events in Brazil, the US, and the UK.
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Jun 3
Camden Town-Fertile Soil for Everybody
a walk in the fertile soils of Camden Town for diversity and subculture.
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Jun 1
Saudade's Symphony- Em Janeiro
a review on José Lobo's new single
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May 31
6 Reasons Why Yungblud is the Contemporary British Working-Class Hero
an overview of Yungblud's trajectory under the working class lenses
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May 24
The Power of Culture and Heritage: Fusion of Folklore and Music
Diamanda Galás: La Llorona On May 15th, Diamanda Galás shared her rendition of the Mexican folklore song "La Llorona." Galás, of Maniati...
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Pampa Pulse: Exploring Gaucho Heritage
in the midst of the tragedy, it is important to avoid memories to marred by mud, remembering gaúcho treasures who shape the Brazil culture.
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