B-Side of Life

  A belíssima paisagem da Serra D'Arrábida figura na capa de um disco composto por canções de António Variações interpretadas de forma carismática e intensa de Lena d'Água, imensamente conhecedora do registo e encarnando o mood (muito à sua maneira) de António Variações. Um disco que nos coloca o sol na ponta da língua e nos faz encarar os dias de uma outra maneira, uma que nos faz por bem e pelo bem. 

  Editado em 1987, "Aguaceiro" é um disco encantador e com o tom agri-doce que para mim caracteriza da melhor forma a obra de Lena d'Água. Suaves texturas de pop sofisticado envolvem a voz carismática e terna da artista nos 8 temas do disco. Existe poesia imensa e abundante nas líricas e a voz que flutua e se adapta constantemente às melodias ora campestres de veraneio, ora mais cerimoniosas mas sempre com um subtexto latente de melancolia charmosa.  Um disco para ouvir muitas e muitas vezes e que compõe a discografia interessante e irresistível de Lena d'Água. 

  An interesting effort and an experiment outside the genre of rastafari hardcore-punk that they were pioneers. Released in 1989, Quickness is an album that ventures into the territory of metal-infused funk with its roots in punk and it feels at times quite ahead of its time. Bad Brains's spiritual leanings seem to be more focused and straightforward than in previous albums but the energy they are known for is displayed all over the album. A short one but action-packed for sure.   

  Energetic and kick-ass punk from Belgium that is reminiscent of the Sex Pistols and Ramones. The Kids deliver an album filled with politically conscious and with a left-wing approach,catchy riffs and incredible hooks make up for a treat of an album.  This is a repress of the original album released in 1978. The Kids formed in 1976 and supported concerts by Iggy Pop and Patti Smith. 

  Like a jazzy fever dream, Angelo Badalamenti's soundtrack for Twin Peaks is eternal, haunting and mesmerizing. If we have watched the tv series, it is normal that the songs in this album have  been imprinted in our minds and they can project inside us the most memorable scenes from the show. An unforgettable experience and one of the most beautiful scores ever written for television. 

  Cosmic visions and mellow mood make up for the tenth studio album of scottish musician, Donovan. Released in 1973 with production by Mickie Most and a return to Epic Records, Donovan creates a world that is akin to some of T-rex's efforts in a mix of hippie vibes, a muscular glam-rock approach and mystical undertones. Extremely recommended if you are in the mood for some mellow yet energetic mood. 

  Captivating and electrifying album by William Parker that defies  conventions and brings a new game to the table. Over his long and prolific career as a bassist and composer, William Parker has collaborated with a vast array of musicians, poets, singers, painters and other artists and in this album he collaborates with drummer Gerald Cleaver and guitarist Ava Mendoza, creating an energic power-trio.  Mayan Space Station dares to explore and unleash new boundaries while still mainting melody and familiarity within jazz.