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Psychedelic Music Is Reborn, And How!

March 17, 2009

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Psychedelic Music Is Reborn, And How!

Psychedelic music seems to have arrived, again in the new millenium. This time, the sub-culture may be more virulent than in the 60s.

Ten Songs That Express Alienation

March 15, 2009

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Ten Songs That Express Alienation

Alternative Rock has always been a refuge for those who are alienated and are lonely. Here are 10 songs listed which one can relate to, when feeling alienated.

Endless Forms: An Exhibition Where Charles Darwin Meets Visual Art

March 10, 2009

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Endless Forms: An Exhibition Where Charles Darwin Meets Visual Art

Charles Darwin influenced modern scientific thinking to an extent that can't be paid homage to in any way. Perhaps, the exhibition dedicated to him “Endless Forms: Charles Darwin, Natural Science and the Visual Arts” at the Yale Center for British Art is a befitting ode to the great thinker.

O Fantasma: When Alienation Forces Out the Animal Within

March 6, 2009

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O Fantasma: When Alienation Forces Out the Animal Within

João Pedro Rodrigues' O Fantasma explores themes of alienation and animal instincts in human beings. O Fantasma uses Film Noir camera techniques and brutal imagery to express loneliness and the darker side of humans.

Cinematic Tribute to Soulful Fado

March 6, 2009

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Cinematic Tribute to Soulful Fado

Carlos Saura immortalizes fado on the celluloid with his movie 'Fados'. The movie features artists like Mariza, caetano Veloso, and Ricardo Ribeiro.

Mohsen Irani: Figurative Expression of Human Vanity

March 4, 2009

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Mohsen Irani: Figurative Expression of Human Vanity

Mohsen Irani is a Persian Figurative painter who explores the themes of weakness and strength, beauty and evil in human beings. He exposes human vulnerability and weaknesses.

Daniel Barenboim: Middle East, War, Music and Hope of Peace

March 3, 2009

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Daniel Barenboim: Middle East, War, Music and Hope of Peace

As Middle East and elusive peace continues to torment his soul, Daniel Barenboim continues to be true humanist who believes that human ignorance and intolerance will only lead to destruction whereas path of equality and interdependence will lead to long lasting constructive Peace.

Ann O’Lear: The Reno Gun Show

March 1, 2009

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Ann O’Lear: The Reno Gun Show

Guns have a strong erotic image and have been central to fashion, style and masculinity in popular culture. Ann O'Lear explores the obsession of guns among people through charcoal drawings.

My Dreaming World

March 1, 2009

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My Dreaming World

Creative ability of a person may remain unexplored but yet one can connect to self creatively through books, movies, art and other creative human expression.