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Jia Zhangke: Master of Chinese Cinema – The Revolutionary Filmmaker Who Captured Modern China’s Soul

Discover how Jia Zhangke revolutionized Chinese cinema through his groundbreaking documentation of China’s transformation. From his banned early films to international acclaim at Venice and Cannes, explore the director’s unique blend of documentary realism and poetic vision that captures the human cost of rapid modernization. Learn why his work is essential for understanding contemporary China and global culture

July 6, 2025

Ghost and Animism Heritage in Contemporary Thai Culture

In the heart of Bangkok’s bustling metropolis, where gleaming skyscrapers pierce the tropical sky and modern shopping malls hum with activity, something ancient and otherworldly persists. Thailand presents a fascinating paradox where ghost beliefs and animistic traditions don’t merely survive but actively thrive alongside smartphones and luxury brands. This exploration reveals how these supernatural dimensions provide meaning, community, and cultural identity in contemporary Thai society, offering travelers and anthropology enthusiasts a deeper understanding of the Land of Smiles—and Spirits.

May 29, 2025

Transmission 8 con Los Mejillones Tigre

Charlamos con Los Mejillones Tigre a propósito el lanzamiento de su nuevo album: “Me gusto mas el libro”. En la conversación vamos desde la salud de la escena musical en Jaén, hasta los retos de grabar en analógico pasando por las expectativas futuras de la banda y como siempre, alguna que otra cosilla mas…

May 26, 2025

When Two Legends Collide: Inside Tom Waits and Iggy Pop’s Extraordinary Radio Encounter

On December 29, 2024, Tom Waits and Iggy Pop came together for a special BBC Radio 6 Music show, creating a profound musical dialogue that revealed the hidden influences and unexpected connections shaping their legendary careers. This intimate encounter echoed their iconic chemistry from Jim Jarmusch’s “Coffee and Cigarettes”. Through personal anecdotes and curated song selections, they explored shared passions, from Tom Waits’ hitchhiking story with Eden Ahbez to Iggy Pop’s respectful encounter with Captain Beefheart, and their mutual admiration for William S. Burroughs. The show highlighted their eclectic tastes, embracing everything from the Beastie Boys to Lil Mama, demonstrating their openness to inspiration across all genres

May 25, 2025

Transmission 7: Rafael Lopez, Co-Director del Festival EtnoSur

La 28ª edición de Etnosur completa su ecléctico cartel sumando cuatro nombres de alto voltaje: Muyayo Rif, Throes + The Shine, Dj Panko y Anna Milman. Cuatro nombres que se unen a un mapa sonoro compuesto por Kiko Veneno, el nido, Jupiter & Okwess, Kabeaushé, Ganna, Noriko Martín, Novalima, Puuluup, Carmen Xía y PAUZA. Juntos, prometen convertir del 17 al 20 de julio a Alcalá la Real en un punto de encuentro donde la cultura y el ritmo se dan la mano.

May 15, 2025