Gee I’m getting old! This video was taken near my hometown at the Democrazy in Ghent in 1993. All the interesting guitarbands from the 80’s – early 90’s used to play at the Democrazy (Screaming Trees, Nirvana, Killdozer, Jesus Lizard, Thin White Rope, etc) and this club almost became my second home. I still think the first Muffs album is a killer album but all I remember from this show is that Kim Shattuck looked damn hot in that cool red dress!
Friday, February 29, 2008
The New Reviews Are Online!
Finally, the new reviews are online! I intend to update the review section every three months from now on!
Wednesday, February 27, 2008
Friday, February 22, 2008
Some of my favourite movies always leave me confused upon first sight. When I left the theatre, I didn’t think THE BANISHMENT would make my TOP 5 of 2008. Three weeks later, the movie still hasn’t left me mind and for that reason alone, I know it will be in my top 5.
I also think that the latest DIRTBOMBS album on In The Red is the best one Mick Collins & C° ever recorded. And that West-Vleteren is still the best beer in the world. And that my new house starts to look pretty great.
Next week Westmalle + COCOCOMA/HEADACHE CITY at the mighty Pit’s.
Mood? Ç&Oµù$^!?
Will put some reviews on my site this Monday.
In the meantime, check DAVE THE SPAZZ and MICHAEL SHELLEY, two guys that brighten my days at work with their wonderful programs on WFMU.
Sunday, February 17, 2008
Nigeria Special
Here's a nice fansite set up to celebrate the release of Nigeria Special: Modern Highlife, Afro-Sounds & Nigerian Blues 1970-76 on Soundway Records. Just click the image below.
Monday, February 11, 2008
IFFR 2008
Here are my favorite films, seen at the recent International Film Festival Rotterdam:
1. LA GRAINE ET LE MULET (The Secret of the Grain) - Abdellatif Kechiche
An intense comedy-drama of a North African dockside family in the Southern port of Sète, France. A richly characterized and colorful movie with some terrific acting and a dynamic, captivating plot.
2. SZTUCZKI (Tricks) - Andrzej Jakimowski
A touching and intimate film about a six year old boy who wants to get closer to the father who abandoned his mother. The impressive, natural acting, beautiful cinematography and genuine storytelling makes this the best Polish film in years!
3. THE MAN FROM LONDON - Béla Tarr
Another mesmerizing Béla Tarr movie with the well-known but unrivaled ingredients. Once again, the Hungarian master portrays his utterly bleak visions of the human condition by means of ultra-slow camera movements and gloomy atmospheric accordion music. Another hypnotic tour de force!
4. LIFE TRACK - Jin Guang Hao
A Chinese-South Korean film about an armless man and a mute woman on the run from police. A static and ice-cold rural drama but captivating from beginning to end.
5. SAD VACATION - Shinji Aoyama
Shinji Aoyama won't probably make another tour-de-force like EUREKA, but I very much enjoyed his latest atypical family drama that demands multiple viewings.
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