by Highervibrations1 | Oct 2, 2024
After many years from the first viewing, I just watched Milos Forman’s Amadeus (Director’s Cut) last night. I mainly wanted to confirm my initial impression of Tom Hulce, Mozart’s performance as more than helium laugh farcical. In contrast, actors F. Murray Abraham, Solieri, and Tom Hulce’s Mozart are readily apparent. Was this contrast more indication of acting understanding or lack thereof or prescribed by the screenplay, director, and Mr. Hulce’s full-throttle performance as the ribald, entitled spoiled prodigy, Amadeus Mozart?
by Highervibrations1 | Sep 27, 2024
Roxy Music, led by Bryan Ferry’s sophisticated, romantic vocals and an avant-garde aesthetic, embodied the art-rock movement of the early ‘70s. Each member played a crucial role in this genre-blending sound. Andy Mackay’s saxophone, Phil Manzanera’s guitars, and Paul Thompson’s drumming complemented Ferry’s vision, but it was Eno’s synthesizer work that gave Roxy Music its signature experimental flair.
by Highervibrations1 | Sep 21, 2024
Tina Turner’s legacy as the Queen of Rock is undisputed, but what deepened her connection with fans beyond the music was her powerful spiritual journey. In 1973, after enduring years of turmoil in her relationship with Ike Turner, Tina discovered a life-altering practice through Buddhism. Introduced to chanting by a friend in Los Angeles, she immersed herself in the daily discipline of chanting “Nam-myoho-renge-kyo,” a mantra central to Nichiren Buddhism.
