When Mercedes-Benz launched the SLK in 1996, the car had no direct role model. You actually had to look back to the 190 SL to find a predecessor. But there were more parallels to that than one might have guessed at first glance. The SLK made its way and established a whole generation of folding roof cabriolets. This driving report is for the SLK 230 and tells the story of the innovative model, illustrated with current and historical photos and the sales literature from back then.
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Zoom sur « This Is Brian Jackson », le nouvel opus groovy de Brian Jackson
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
Brian Jackson rediscovers himself and rebuilds his link to the world and to History through his new opus baptized This Is Brian Jackson. As an affirmation of his identity, and his musical signature, the musician takes us on a journey through the ills of society, his perception of history and his activist struggles with 8 tracks shared between the codes of funk , jazz, blues or even soul.
Funky guitars, jazzy winds or even retro synths, the album imposes itself as a luminous flash on Brian Jackson, long remained in the shadow of his tumultuous collaborator, the poet and musician Gil Scott-Heron. Composed of 8 tracks, the opus is adorned with a good dose of groove which is adorned with Caribbean and African influences, especially in the title Mami Wata.
Check out an excerpt from each of the tracks on the album below.
Soul singer Maxwell pays tribute to Michael Jackson at the 2022 Billboard Music Awards (video)
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
November 30 will mark the 40th anniversary of the cult album by Michael Jackson, Thrilleran anniversary that will be celebrated in good and due form, in particular with the release of a collector’s edition of the opus.
This collector’s edition will include the original disc as well as another CD on which will appear completely unreleased tracks that had not been chosen to integrate the original tracklist, the opportunity for fans of the king of pop to rediscover the singer in music. . Thriller will make its big comeback with this special edition on November 18, which will be available in two versions. But that’s not all: a 33RPM vinyl whose circulation was limited to 40,000 copies will also be on sale for the 40th anniversary of the album.
With regard to the celebrations of the 40th anniversary of Thrillerthey were launched this week at the annual ceremony of Billboard Music Awards ! On stage, the neo-soul singer Maxwell paid tribute to the pop icon by covering the title The Lady in My Lifea piece relatively unknown to the general public but very appreciated by fans of the soul side of Michael Jackson.
Discover the cover of the title signed Maxwell below.
How much is Barcelona SC vs. Emelec LIVE TODAY for Clásico del Astillero via GOL TV, GOL TV Play and STAR Plus | Schedule, channels, lineups, tickets and where to see it ONLINE | VIDEO | SPORT-TOTAL
written by Alexandra Hartman Editor-in-Chief
Barcelona SC vs. Emelec in the Clásico Astillero this Wednesday, May 11 by the LigaPro of Ecuador from 8:00 p.m. (Peruvian time and Ecuadorian time). Find out the TV channels to watch Online and Free the meeting between Ecuadorians.
BARCELONA SC 0-0 EMELEC: MINUTE TO MINUTE
The so-called Shipyard Classic between Barcelona and Emelec, which should have been played last April but was postponed until tomorrow, Wednesday, might be decisive in defining the first phase of the Ecuadorian soccer championship.
While Barcelona is in first place in the standings, with 25 points, Emelec is third, with 21 points. If Barcelona wins or draws, it would have taken a big step to win the first finalist ticket for this year’s title in Ecuador and first place in the group stage of the Copa Libertadores in 2023.
BARCELONA SC VS. EMELEC: TV CHANNELS
In Ecuador, the only broadcast channel for all LigaPro matches is GOLTV. In addition, you have the option to watch GOLTV Play, which is the online platform for this channel, and STAR Plus.
Emelec knows that Wednesday’s game will be the last opportunity to continue bidding for the pass granted by the organization of the local tournament, but if they win, it would also give life to other teams such as Independiente del Valle and Liga de Quito, which have with 23 and 22 points, respectively.
On the recent date, Emelec thrashed Mushuc Runa 4-0 and Barcelona won 1-4 at the Guayaquil City stadium. The Argentine coach Jorge Célico is regarding to complete three months at the helm of Barcelona with very good results, while the Spanish Ismael Rescalvo completed three consecutive seasons with Emelec in April, in which he won the first phase of the local tournament last year .
Barcelona will have figures such as the Argentines, the goalkeeper Javier Burrai, the midfielder Emmanuel Martínez, the Brazilian Leonai Souza, and the Uruguayans: the defender Carlos Rodríguez, the midfielder Bruno Piñatares and the attacker Gonzalo Mastriani.
BARCELONA SC VS. EELEC: TIME
- Mexico – 8:00 p.m.
- Peru – 8:00 p.m.
- Ecuador – 8:00 p.m.
- Colombia – 8:00 p.m.
- Chile – 9:00 p.m.
- Bolivia – 9:00 p.m.
- Venezuela – 9:00 p.m.
- Paradise – 9:00 PM
- Uruguay – 10:00 p.m.
- Argentina – 10:00 p.m.
- Brazil – 22:00 hours
At Emelec, goalkeeper Pedro Ortíz, Uruguayan midfielder Sebastián Rodríguez and Argentine attacker Mauro Quiroga stand out, while defenders Gustavo Canto and Aníbal Leguizamón are recovering from injuries.
The urgency to seek victory will fall on Emelec, which Barcelona might take advantage of through counterattacks. The match will have the assistance of the VAR at the request of Barcelona.
BARCELONA VS. EMELEC: POSSIBLE ALIGNMENTS
Barcelona SC: Burray; Castillo, Rodriguez, Sosa, Quinonez; Pinatares, Leonai, Martinez; Preciado, Perlaza and Mastriani.
Emelec: Ortiz; Caicedo, Quintero, Guevara, Pitton; Cevallos, Garces, Rodriguez; Rojas, Zapata and Cabe