On the 88th day of the year, Piano Day, LEITER release the second compilation featuring pianists from different musical backgrounds. The record represents the diverse stories and emotions the piano can invoke. With artists like Kaitlyn Aurelia Smith, Yann Tiersen, and Meredi, the compilation celebrates the sound of the unique instrument.
The Iranian singer Faravaz will release her debut, "Azadi" (meaning "Freedom" in Farsi), on May 11th. The record recounts the story of her life in exile in Germany because the Iranian government sentenced her to one year in prison for the act of singing as a woman. Choosing to not return to her homeland, Faravaz fights for women’s rights from abroad. Her music is driven by the yearning and fight for liberation from patriarchal oppression.
On their new record "World Wide We", OY take their journey to Earth. The band examines political and structural problems and injustices as well as intimate emotions. Moving feet and minds, OY make music full of hope. This week we are introducing their new record and asked them a few questions about it.
French classic/electronica band AUFGANG presents its latest music video Kyrie, a collaboration with director John B. Root. The track is taken from the band’s sophomore longplayer Istiklaliya, once again combining classical elements with dark electronics. Composer FRANCESCO TRISTANO – with whom NOTHING BUT HOPE AND PASSION spoke last autmun – provides the special note for AUFGANG. The special note in the new clip comes from – well, various famous French porn stars. So, if you don’t mind a bit of nudity, enjoy the clip right here.