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September 30, 2023
2023-09-20 07:00:12
(c) Jørn Veberg
If the mountains and birch forests of the far north might talk, what stories would they tell? This question came to Gustav Jørgen Pedersen, who had recently moved to Tromsø in the Arctic Circle, and laid the foundation for new music. The main songwriter of Sparrow developed the concept for a multi-layered record that even includes material from before his time with the cinematic post-rock sextet. “Letter feather” is dedicated to observations of nature, accompanied by interpretations of her chimes and existential monologues.
Short excerpts such as “Din pust fra stein” combine these lectures with stylish, almost classical grace and reduced instrumentation. In “Å vente er å endre” it even takes on subtle folky traits. However, the great art lies in the overly long post-excursions that dare everything and do everything right. The powerful “En brennede vogn over jordet” builds a nine-minute monstrosity from minimal percussion and a rugged and monumental guitar, which moves forward briskly and oppressively, which is full of sometimes contradictory feelings, which searches for answers to undefined questions. In particular, the escalating play with moods from the five-minute mark onwards – fragile and enchanting in one moment, thunderous and rough in the next – gets under your skin.
In these sprawling giants, Spurv play out all their routine, but always sound fresh and witty. “Urdråpene” illustrates this impressively and shows how much appearances can be deceiving. The angry, irascible guitar seems to be geared towards a riot, but increasing orchestral inserts provide bombast, a soundtrack atmosphere, a counterweight to the almost metallic epicness. Both worlds are in almost constant conflict, it remains a draw. If you want to hear more from the Norwegians’ fine blade, choose the opener “Krokete, rettskafen” – five quiet, folky minutes that prepare for the next departure with countless voices and strings.
“Brefjære” is a monster of an album, made for good headphones and a better glass of wine. The effervescent, yet delicate Post Rock is already a happening in itself, but it’s the supposed trappings that make Spurv’s latest prank a treat. Folk wisdom, symphonic-orchestral textures, drastic lyrics and the finest barbs have a positive effect on the dynamics. Between the laid-back soundtrack qualities and downright metallic neck hits, something great is once once more created. Spurv are finally establishing themselves.
Rating: 8/10
Available from: September 22, 2023
Available via: Pelagic Records (Cargo Records)
Facebook: www.facebook.com/Spurvinnen
Tags: letter carriers, post rock, review, sparrow
Category: Magazin, Reviews
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Obsessions – The Poiray alliance seen by… Jeanne Pieprzownik
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
2023-09-25 15:33:48
After ten long years of living together with the only commitment being a one-eyed cat and a parking space, it was time to move up a gear, right? Marriage, with its heavy traditional and conservative heritage, still benefits from this inexplicable attraction. You may claim to be rebellious, non-conformist and dissident (at least if we trust your X), deep down you nourish this inexorable desire for union with your loved one. Don’t beat yourself up in front of the church, you’re just human, and incidentally in love. Once the wedding to-do list (endless and dizzying) is 95% accomplished, there remains the choice of the alliance. A large number of rings slid down your knuckles. The present of eighteen years, your grandmother’s stone, the knock-off jong of first love… Then comes the alliance. The truth. A ring that will stay on your left ring finger for years, decades even (we hope so). The Parisian Maison Poiray has been offering this commitment to its protégés since 1975. Located on the prestigious Rue de la Paix, the Maison de Joaillerie et d’Horlogerie is dedicated to proofs of love. Born from its know-how and its elegant French touch, a yellow gold wedding ring, fine and graceful. Out of sight, you can have the unforgettable date engraved in the body of the ring.
Now promise: till death do you part.
By Fanny Mazalon
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Belgians’ Favorite Personalities: Insights from the Latest RTL Info-Ipsos-Le Soir Grand Barometer
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
2023-09-30 17:35:58
8 months before the elections, the latest RTL info-Ipsos-Le Soir Grand Barometer looked at the Belgians’ favorite personalities. At the question: “Who do you feel best represented by today?”, in Wallonia, it is Raoul Hedebouw who attracts the most. 15% of Walloons identify with the president of the Communists. Even if, only 1 in 10 Walloons want to see him play an important role in the coming months.
Also read The Big Barometer: the far right in the lead in Flanders, the far left number 2 in Wallonia
It is Sophie Wilmès, with 14%, who comes in second position. Although she left the post of Minister of Foreign Affairs a few months ago, the Liberal continues to please the Belgians, who recognize themselves in her. 57% of Walloons also want to see it play an important role in the coming months.
An interesting personality comes in third place: Alexander De Croo. 12% of Walloons say they feel well represented by the current Prime Minister. Alexander De Croo is one of the rare personalities to appear at the top of the ranking for the three regions, while his party, the Open VLD, does not convince… Barely 8% of Flemish people.
Karine Lalieux (PS) loses 10 points of confidence in Wallonia and finds herself in 23rd place in the ranking: only 17% of Walloons want the Minister of Pensions to play an important role in the coming months (compared to 22% previously).
Slight increase on the other hand on the side of Georges-Louis Bouchez: 23% of Walloons want the president of the MR to play an important role in the coming months, once morest 21% previously. He gains 4 confidence points. Same thing for Pierre-Yves Dermagne who occupied 18th place in the ranking and who is now 14th.
In Brussels
By whom do you feel best represented today in Brussels? 15% of Brussels residents answer “Sophie Wilmès”. The latter also occupies the top of the ranking of personalities you want to see play an important role in the coming months.
After Sophie Wilmès, we find Alexander De Croo: 53% of Brussels residents want to see him play an important role in the coming months. And 14% of Brussels residents feel well represented by our Prime Minister.
The inhabitants of the Brussels-Capital region, however, do not agree on the third person in the ranking. When asked by whom they feel best represented today, 11% answered Raoul Hedebouw. But when asked who they would like to see play an important role in the coming months, 39% answered Paul Magnette. The president of the PTB comes second, with 34%.
In the Brussels-Capital Region, Caroline Désir is making a significant comeback: while she was twelfth in the previous ranking, the Minister of Education now appeals to 33% of Brussels residents and occupies fifth place in the ranking of favorite personalities in Brussels.
Ludivine Dedonder, for her part, lost 12 points of confidence and fell to 19th place in the ranking: 24% of Brussels residents want to see her play an important role in the coming months (compared to 31% previously).
In Flanders
When your name is mentioned in business, it’s not easy to maintain the trust of Belgians. The Minister of Justice Vincent Van Quickenborne, shaken by the excesses during the birthday party in front of his home during the holidays, is sanctioned. “Who do you feel best represented by today?”it ranks penultimate in Flanders (and last in Wallonia).
At the top of the ranking, we find Bart De Wever. 15% of Flemish people say they are well represented by the president of the NV-A. 54% of Flemish people would also like to see it play an important role in the coming months.
Conner Rousseau loses his leadership in Flanders. While the president of Vooruit was first among the Flemish people’s favorite personalities, he now comes in second place and loses 6 points of confidence: 50% want to see him play an important role in the coming months. And 14% of Flemish people say they feel well represented by him.
Finally, it is Alexander De Croo who completes the podium: 47% of Flemish people want him to play an important role in the coming months. But only 10% feel well represented by our current Prime Minister. At the question “Who do you feel well represented by?”it is Tom Van Grieken who comes in third position in Flanders, with 13% of the votes.
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