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Editor-in-Chief / Founder of @faroutmagazine.co.uk

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Agnรจs Guillemot: the overshadowed film editor of the French New Wave An underrated figure to shape French cinema. The post Agnรจs Guillemot: the overshadowed film editor of the French New Wave first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
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Grian Chatten of Fontaines D.C. joined The Pogues on stage last night in Dublin for a rendition of โ€˜Streams Of Whiskeyโ€™ ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช

Also featuring Tom Collins, Mary Wallopers, Lankum, Kojaque, John Francis Flynn and more!

๐ŸŽฅ: SomeMikeSay

18.12.2024 09:12 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 43    ๐Ÿ” 7    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 2    ๐Ÿ“Œ 3
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La Iglesia Atรณmica: Mind-bending psych-rock from Puerto Rico Introducing La Iglesia Atรณmica, the legendary Puerto Rican psychedelic and hard rock outfit who have been crafting captivating instrumental music since 1990.

La Iglesia Atรณmica stands as a unique force in Puerto Rican psychedelic rock, blending cosmic sounds with cultural roots. @faroutmagazine.bsky.social's Ben Forrest looks into their story and the impact they've had on the genre's evolution.

29.11.2024 11:31 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Sparkle Moore: the story of a new kind of rock star A new rockstar. The post Sparkle Moore: the story of a new kind of rock star first appeared on Far Out Magazine.
28.11.2024 12:06 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Artists share how to tackle misogyny in the music industry We spoke with Alien Chicks, The Wytches, Blossom Caldarone and more about misogyny in the music industry and the best ways to tackle it.

โ€œGive it no time of dayโ€: Misogyny in the music industry is a deeply rooted issue, and artists are speaking out like never before. Elle Palmer's article sheds light on their powerful voices and the fight for change within the industry. @faroutmagazine.bsky.social

28.11.2024 10:37 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The Romanian experimental hero, Rodion Rosรงa Rodion GA leader, Rodion Rosรงa was a Romanian cultural hero, pioneering musician, and true outsider artist. His story is a fascinating one.

Rodion Roศ™ca, the unsung pioneer of Romanian electronic music, pushed boundaries with his innovative sounds. @faroutmagazine.bsky.social looks at how his groundbreaking work continues to inspire and shape the music world today.

27.11.2024 13:38 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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The sequence Salvador Dalรญ made for Alfred Hitchcock Not even heavy-handed interference from the studio could dilute the strangeness of Dalรญ's vision, though the extent of his plans are lost to time.

Salvador Dalรญโ€™s dream sequence in Hitchcockโ€™s Spellbound remains one of cinemaโ€™s most surreal moments. This exploration uncovers how Dalรญโ€™s artistry and Hitchcockโ€™s vision combined to create a masterpiece of psychological storytelling. @lilyruthhardman.bsky.social

26.11.2024 12:57 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Amy Taylor: the feminist punk leader we need right now As the leader of Amyl and the Sniffers, Amy Taylor not only carves out space for women in a male dominated genre, but prioritises fun and joy amidst politics.

Amy Taylorโ€™s raw energy and authenticity is a breath of fresh air in todayโ€™s music world. @faroutmagazine.bsky.social and Lucy Harbron takes a closer look at why her voice and attitude are exactly what we need right now.

25.11.2024 14:18 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 3    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Pauline Black on the "watershed" moment for Black artitsts The Selecter singer Pauline Black revealed a "watershed" moment for Black British artists during a recent interview with Far Out, in the form of Steel Pulse.

Pauline Black's influence on Black British music is undeniable. This piece explores her pivotal role in shaping a cultural watershed moment, highlighting her legacy and impact on the music scene. @faroutmagazine.bsky.social

25.11.2024 11:33 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Damien Chazelle: praising old Hollywood or ripping it off? Damien Chazelle has highlighted the influence of old Hollywood films in his work, but at what point does a homage become a copy? is Chazelle a hack or a genius?

Damien Chazelle has been celebrated for his homages to Old #Hollywood, but is he borrowing inspiration or simply recycling its magic? This article delves into the fine line between tribute and imitation in his work. @faroutmagazine.bsky.social

24.11.2024 23:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 0    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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Why are there so few modern live music programmes? Later... with Jools Holland is the last standing show of its kind that showcases a variety of live music, but has the demand really gone?

Live music programmes were once a staple of television, capturing the energy of live performances for audiences at home. This piece examines the factors that led to their decline and what it means for the music industry today. @faroutmagazine.bsky.social

24.11.2024 09:45 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 1    ๐Ÿ” 0    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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INTERVIEW: How Warmduscher became the hottest ticket in town ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ

๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ โ€œA lot of music I used to go and see live, they were all like traditional frontmen, where they are entertaining and thereโ€™s a lot of energy. I saw James Brown when I was a kid, and that was kind of like, โ€˜Woah!โ€™โ€

More below โฌ‡๏ธ

19.11.2024 16:15 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 2    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 1    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0
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๐Ÿ“ธ Kurt Cobain and his cat (1989). Photographer unknown.โ 

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Bob Dylan photographed by Art Kane, 1966 ๐Ÿ“ธโ 
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#BobDylan #ArtKane

18.11.2024 09:25 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 5    ๐Ÿ” 1    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 1
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๐Ÿ“ธ Iggy Pop in West Berlin photographed by his then partner, Esther Friedman (circa 1978

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๐ŸŽฅ Leonard Cohen sings an impromptu version of 'Memories' live from the tour bus in 1979โ 

14.11.2024 09:10 โ€” ๐Ÿ‘ 17    ๐Ÿ” 4    ๐Ÿ’ฌ 0    ๐Ÿ“Œ 0

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