Last night I watched a short documentary called Tokyo Rising exploring some of the creative output by Japan following the devastating earthquake in March. It’s presented by Pharrell Williams and is beautifully shot. It’s inspiring and interesting and well worth your time. Check out the trailer!
Category Archives: Music
Girls’ Generation
Posted in MusicI suppose I should be embarrassed for putting up this post but I’ve found myself hooked on the song Gee by the Korean group Girls’ Generation (my friend Kiran is to blame for first bringing them to my attention). It’s surprisingly catchy, I warn you before you watch the video below please be aware that [...]
Scala & Kolacny Brothers
Posted in MusicScala & Kolacny Brothers are an all girl Belgian Choir that have created specially made arrangements of songs from well-known bands. It was almost a decade ago that I first heard their rendition of U2′s With Or Without You.
How To Destroy Angels
Posted in MusicHow To Destroy Angels is the side project of Nine Inch Nails front man Trent Reznor’s collaboration with his wife Mariqueen Maandig. Following in the footsteps of Radiohead’s experiment with a ‘pay-what-you-want‘ pricing policy, Trent Reznor has enamoured major props from me for really embracing the digital music revolution.
Final Fantasy Cover
Posted in Gaming, MusicSince the demise of the 1UP Yours podcast — what with everyone leaving the show — I’ve followed Garnett Lee to his new home at Shacknews. His latest podcast, Weekend Confirmed includes a section for fans to promote their music.





