Teaching Music History Through Iconic Composers and Their Work
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People of all ages and cultures can communicate through the language of music. It can evoke emotions, tell stories, and strengthen bonds between generations. The rich tapestry of musical history cannot be fully understood and appreciated unless one studies the lives and works of famous composers.
Teaching music history through the works of these composers provides an…
Composers Making a Name on the Indie Gaming Scene
For anyone even partially involved in the video game scene, you know that the quality of gaming music is undeniable. Names like Nobuo Uematsu, Jeremy Soule, and Michiru Yamane have cemented themselves in the classic musical zeitgeist, with newer AAA hits bringing with them world-class production quality. From Persona 5 to Breath of the Wild, the tracks available on the mainstage are worth…
Kalaido releases his most immersive album yet: In Praise of Shadows
Kalaido
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Bathed in delicate Asian influence, musician Kalaido returns to the scene with his mesmerizing new album, In Praise of Shadows. Drawing inspiration from Jun’ichir? Tanizaki’s 1933 essay of the same name, the album unmistakably evokes Japan, with subtly woven Western threads that reveal the touch of a composer who turns music into an immersive,…
Johan Lenox releases striking new single, ‘Eclipse’
Johan Lenox
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Fresh off his tour with 070 Shake, the acclaimed genre-defying singer, composer, and producer Johan Lenox is back with a striking new single, 'Eclipse', featuring the innovative Kenyan-American rapper KayCyy.
Known for crafting what he calls "music for the end of the world," Lenox continues to build his post-apocalyptic universe, where haunting…
The Best Video Game Soundtracks Explored
Photo: Fredrick Tendong
Ever tried playing a video game without the sound on? Most of us have - and the vast majority of us would agree that it isn’t quite the same. The music in these games isn’t just filler: some of it builds tension as we approach a monumental moment, some of it keeps us going as we power through a boss level. But all of it has a purpose. Let’s take a look at some of…
Paul Prier in Conversation with FAULT Magazine
Paul Prier
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Paul Prier is an impressively nuanced artist: a Conservatoire-trained multi-instrumentalist whose competing passions for classical and jazz sit subtly in the background while he releases his own unique style of electronic music. His storied list of collabs would make many followers of the Parisian scene swoon but, fittingly for an artist so characterised by…
Your Perfect Venician Itinerary: Gondola Rides, Italian Cuisine, and La Fenice
Venice. A city renowned for its canals, gondolas, intricate Italian craftsmanship, and a vibrant immersion into the rich history of Italian art and culture. Venice is one among very few cities that can genuinely boast a well-preserved pre-modern history, often serving as a time machine transporting visitors to an era long past.
Explore on a Gondola
No visit to Venice can be complete…
Roskilde Festival 2025 Announces First Wave of Artists, Including Stormzy, Arca, and Fontaines D.C.
Get ready to immerse yourself in a one-of-a-kind music festival experience as Roskilde Festival 2025 unveils its first wave of artists. This annual Danish festival, known for its non-profit mission and deep-rooted sense of community, promises another unforgettable lineup of musical talent, spanning genres and nationalities. From June 28 to July 5, 2025, festival-goers will experience more than…