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Tag Archives: Patti Smith

Nuala: “Busking made me realise how many good people there are in the world.”

I walked out of the station and heard a voice singing. The weather suddenly felt less dull. Here she was, with her guitar, an old pair of jeans and trainers, just blowing people’s mind away. Zombie, Seven Nation Army, huge hits she owns like she’s written them. “Surely, she’s just a good cover singer”, you…

May 10, 2017 in Generation Y does, Music.

Why Nadine Khouri’s new album “The Salted Air” is unmissable.

The first thing you notice is the voice. Then you’re submerged by the harmonium drone, the drums, and the words. It feels like crashing waves. Feelings of love, memories and reflections travel through your mind. Produced by PJ Harvey’s producer John Parish, the Salted Air has been recorded almost entirely live, with minimal edits. Each…

February 4, 2017 in Generation Y does, Music.

From JK Rowling to Ellen: Four of the most influential and inspiring women today.

Some ladies have this aura. Through their will, determination, values and beliefs, they’ve turned our world upside down. And as if what they’ve achieved is not enough, they have also given memorable key speeches, which you can find on the internet, played thousands and thousands of times by people avid for some inspiration. Avid for…

March 8, 2016 in Live Love, Uncategorized.

Why Patti Smith is one of the most inspiring artists of her generation- in 13 quotes.

“I believe everything is possible- it’s up to us where we go.”

October 29, 2015 in In the news, Movies & Books, Music.

Nadine Khouri live at the Folkroom-or how to bewitch an audience.

One could spend hours trying to describe Nadine Khouri’s music. I could try to give 50 musical references so it sounds sophisticated and pretend I know a lot about music history. For example, Nadine Khouri is Lou Reed feat Patti Smith Feat Radiohead but with a touch of oriental je ne sais quoi and Dylan’s…

August 20, 2015 in Generation Y does, Music.

Field Day Sunday music festival: The art of “fucking up perfect”

Highlights: Bras, bread and watermelon donations from the crowd to Mac De Marco, crowd surfing that nearly took Mac to America and a glorious set by Patti Smith and her band.

June 10, 2015 in In the news, Music.

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