Jahsen Dwayne Ricardo Onfroy, commonly known as XXXTentacion or simply X, was an incredibly influential American rapper and singer-songwriter. During his short music career, he rose to prominence with his alienation and depression-themed songs like the chart-topping single “Look at Me”. His two albums achieved double and triple platinum status in the US for their … Read more
Classical Music and the Third Reich” is a music documentary that delves into the complex relationship between the Nazis and the German musical culture during their reign of terror. Through the stories of two talented musicians – Wilhelm Furtwängler and Anita Lasker-Wallfisch – viewers will gain a unique insight into the role of classical music … Read more
Nicki Minaj is an influential artist who has had a remarkable career in the music industry, making her mark in both rap and pop music. She was born on December 8, 1982 in Saint James, Trinidad and Tobago before relocating to Queens, New York as a child. Growing up in Queens, she would often go … Read more
KRS-One, a legendary figure in the Hip-Hop community, has taken us on an educational and captivating journey with his documentary. Recently presented at the Hip-Hop appreciation week in Amsterdam, KRS-One’s documentary is an exploration of the history of this art form, as well as the meaning behind it – all from KRS-One’s interpretation. The documentary … Read more
In 1959, Jazz music underwent a seismic shift with four major albums released that would forever change the genre. Miles Davis’ Kind of Blue, Dave Brubeck’s Time Out, Charles Mingus’ Mingus Ah Um, and Ornette Comeman’s The Shape of Jazz to Come all brought something new to the table and were instrumental in the move … Read more
Everything is a Remix, the documentary from Kirby Ferguson, looks at the changing attitudes towards intellectual property and how these attitudes can stifle creativity instead of encouraging it. By examining the interconnectedness between creations and delving into current laws and norms that often don’t take this into account, Ferguson makes a powerful statement about copyright … Read more
The fall of the Soviet Union in 1991 marked a seismic shift for not just Russia, but the world. Overnight, what had once been one of the world’s two largest federations of states ceased to exist and was replaced with 15 independent republics. Three decades later, the ghosts of the USSR continue to haunt many … Read more
Dublin City has been an integral part of Irish history for millennia, with its vibrant culture and colourful heritage inspiring generations. To honour this unique city, the legendary folk group The Dubliners created a documentary in 1988 that captures the essence of being a Dub. In this hour-long special, founding member Ronnie Drew takes viewers … Read more
Note By Note is a captivating feature-length documentary that takes viewers behind the scenes of Steinway & Sons, one of the world’s most renowned piano makers. The film follows the creation of a Steinway concert grand, L1037, from its early days as a tree in the forest to the moment it makes its stage debut … Read more
Led Zeppelin is arguably one of the most influential and iconic rock bands of all time. Since their formation in 1968, they have gone on to influence a whole generation of musicians and become one of the bestselling music acts ever, selling more than 300 million albums worldwide. But even before they became famous, their … Read more