Oct 31 2023
The legendary Johnny Marr, born John Martin Maher, is a renowned musician, songwriter, and singer from Manchester, England. His contribution to the world of music is immense and his innovative style has influenced countless musicians around the globe. Marr’s unique blend of punk, rock and pop has given him a distinctive sound that has helped …
Oct 25 2023
Viy is a significant artifact in the history of cinema, particularly in the context of Soviet film. Released in 1967, it is widely regarded as the first horror movie produced by the Soviet film industry. The film is based on a horror novella by Nikolai Gogol, a renowned Russian-Ukrainian author whose work has been foundational …
Oct 21 2023
Julian Cope, a prominent singer-songwriter, musician, author, and antiquarian, has been a revolutionary figure in the music industry for more than four decades. Born in Wales on this day October 21, 1957, Cope first made his mark as the frontman of the neo-psychedelic band The Teardrop Explodes in the late 1970s and early 1980s. With …
Oct 18 2023
Born in Zurich, Switzerland on October 18, 1903, Albert Frey is widely recognized as a master of Desert Modernism. Born and educated in Switzerland, Frey’s architectural skills were honed under the tutelage of Le Corbusier, a pioneer of modern architecture. However, it was upon his move to the United States, and specifically to Palm Springs, that …
Oct 18 2023
Last week we had an introduction to the Brumberg Sisters, and this week we have another great film by the duo, featuring one of the scariest characters of folklore, Baba-Yaga. While this fairy tale, and others, portray her as a child-hunting witch, there are some different renditions of Baba-Yaga. In Slavic folklore, Baba-Yaga is typically …
Oct 14 2023
William Larson is a name that resonates in the realm of contemporary photography. Born on this day October 14, 1942 in North Tonawanda, New York, Larson is recognized for his pioneering work with conceptual pieces and his innovative use of sequential images to explore themes of time, movement, and change. His profound understanding of the photographic …
Oct 11 2023
Meet the Brumberg Sisters, Valentina and Zinaida Brumberg, both Moscow-born artists who worked together as animators, screenwriters, and directors, creating around 50 films in total. Made in 1937, this is their spooky animation of Charles Perrault’s Little Red Riding Hood fairy tale. Perrault’s version was a cautionary message to children about stranger danger. Soviet Film …
Oct 10 2023
Born on this day October 10, 1959, Kirsty MacColl, a highly regarded singer-songwriter, touched the music world with her unique blend of new wave and folk influences. Her untimely demise left a void in the music industry that can never be filled. Yet, her timeless hits continue to resonate, providing a lasting testament to her …
Sep 23 2023
“Live each day like it’s your last, ’cause one day you gonna be right” -Ray Charles The soulful journey of Ray Charles, an acclaimed singer, pianist, songwriter, and composer, is a compelling narrative of resilience, determination, and innate talent. Born Ray Charles Robinson on this day September 23, 1930 in Albany, Georgia, he overcame significant …
Aug 04 2023
Nestled amidst the awe-inspiring red rock formations of Sedona, Arizona, lies a divine architectural marvel that has captured the hearts and souls of visitors for over six decades. The Chapel of the Holy Cross stands as a testament to sheer human ingenuity and spiritual devotion, reaching towards the heavenly heights with its striking design and …
