The Idol’s Idols: Who Inspires Madonna?
She’s an unusual artist, inspiring generations of fans and countless other entertainers. To find a musician not influenced by her in any way would be difficult – if possible at all. She’s cited as an inspiration by living legends and emerging acts alike, and by artists representing a wide range of genres. Kylie Minogue once […]
Affordable Art Fair 2015 – My Impression
The Affordable Art Fair is an international contemporary art fair, designed as an alternative to the traditional gallery scene. With a price ceiling of £5,000, it aims to make art accessible for all. For most of us, this can be still out of reach, but why not just visit it as a gallery? Special thanks to The […]
Madonna Is NOT “Too Old” for Radio 1!
Madonna has been battling ageism in the music industry for quite some time. In 1992, during an interview with Jonathan Ross on British television, she famously said: “Not only do we suffer from racism and sexism, but we also suffer from ageism”. Over 20 years later, BBC Radio 1 presenter Scott Mills and the head […]
Review: Lady Gaga – artRAVE: The ARTPOP Ball
Last night, Lady Gaga played the final London date of her artRAVE: The ARTPOP Ball at the O2 Arena. As a fan of the underrated Artpop album, I went to see it on Thursday. Sorry, but I can only say that the show was over-hyped and under-whelming. Anyone who expects it to be a combination […]
Review: Grace Jones – Warm Leatherette
Grace Jones was an established artist already in the disco era, with a few club hits and a strong fanbase. But her early repertoire hardly ever rose above mediocrity. When disco’s popularity suddenly declined, it was time to move on. Jones headed to the Bahamas where she recorded a career-changing album with the production duo […]
Review: La Roux – Trouble in Paradise
So much happened between La Roux’s 2009 debut and this year’s follow-up. Two massive hits, a Grammy win… But also co-founder Ben Langmaid’s departure and Elly Jackson’s vocal problems, which left her unable to sing for a year. Rising expectations to match earlier success only added to the pressure. The future of La Roux’s second […]
Madonna, Birthday Girl
She’s one of the most fearless and provocative artists in the music industry. Her artistic output often explores controversial issues, and taking risk is not something she seems to be scared of. But despite baring her soul and body for years, it appears that there is one subject she doesn’t like to talk about much: […]
Madonna’s #SecretProject
In the 1992 interview with Vanity Fair, Madonna was asked what she is going to do when she turns 50 and her “body goes”. “I’ll use my mind”, she replied promptly. Indeed. Not that her body is any less seductive than it was in 1992 – she gets better with age just like a fine wine! […]