Scissor Sisters - "Invisible Light"

Scissor Sisters have released a new video. “Invisible Light” provides information about death and resurrection in particularly drastic images, so much so that even YouTube wants to confirm the age of the viewer when they call it up.

Whether falling out teeth, domesticating wolves or monks taking hostages were the deciding factors for this precaution or simply the release date before Christmas? The band show their artistic versatility and their courage to explore boundaries here. “Invisible Light” is more than just a song - it's an electronic manifesto about freedom, desire and the invisible that lies between us. It’s a live show favorite, often creating goosebump moments.

Update: After a 12-year hiatus, the band have announced their return, celebrating the 20th anniversary of their debut album with a major reunion tour of the UK and Ireland in May 2025, starting in Nottingham on May 16 and ending in Dublin on May 28. Band members Jake Shears, Babydaddy and Del Marquis will be joining the tour, while Ana Matronic will not be taking part due to other commitments. Alison Goldfrapp will accompany the tour as support act.

Arvo Pärt - Adams Passion

Arvo Pärt: One of the greats of our time! As is so often the case, great artists are misunderstood during their lifetime and enjoy an inconspicuous existence. Not so Arvo Pärt!

His home is classical music, but interestingly enough he establishes a connection to the electronic ambient music of our time, because ambient as a genre is actually also taken from classical music. Of course, the expressiveness is much greater and more intense with an orchestra, but the reduction to the essentials actually establishes a connection to ambient. Pärt's music lives from the pauses between the notes and therefore begins to breathe, vibrate and thus establishes a connection to the higher self. Contemplation or spiritual messages are always present in his music, putting the soul into rest mode. On September 11, 2015, Arvo Pärt turned 80 years old (today 2025: 89 Years!!!). In this context, Robert Wilson has come up with one of the most exciting stage events of 2015, bringing together the musical works "Adam's Lament", "Miserere", and "Tabula Rasa". Robert Wilson is a master of light, and so he performed "Adam's Passion" in an old former Soviet submarine factory in its world premiere May 15 in Talin. With actors and extras, over 100 people performed including Grammy Award winner and conductor Tönu Kaljuste. Be sure to listen and watch!

Remix: good or bad?

Music remixes – a curse or a blessing? They can breathe new life into a song, introduce it to a different audience, or simply add a fresh twist to familiar melodies.

A great remix preserves the essence of the original while reinterpreting it creatively. Some remixes even surpass the original! Critics argue that bad remixes can dilute a song’s mood. In the end, it’s a matter of taste: A remix can be an exciting evolution – or a failed experiment.

Efterklang - New Album

Efterklang come from Denmark and are one of the bands from the north. From the lyrics to the production, everything about this band is homemade, from the grain seed to the dough, so to speak.

The resulting music is positioned somewhere between post-rock and orchestral pop. This means rock with more instrumental parts, harmony and melody combined, the whole thing mixed electronically. With Efterklang, these musical subtleties make up the concept. This includes experimental alternative music that thrives on quiet tones and a perfect atmosphere. Since Efterklnang was released on the 4AD label in 2009, the band has shrunk from five to four members. Efterklang released their seventh studio album “Things We Have In Common” on September 27, 2024 via City Slang. The album focuses on friendship, belonging and personal transformation. Particularly noteworthy is the collaboration with founding member Rune Mølgaard, who played a key role in seven of the nine songs after leaving the Mormon church in 2022.

Eastwest-Studios - Los Angeles

The EastWest Studios in Los Angeles are among the most legendary recording studios in the world – and a new documentary tells their fascinating story.

Classics by the Beach Boys, Frank Sinatra, Red Hot Chili Peppers, and today’s pop stars were recorded here. Known for its unique acoustics, vintage gear, and inspiring atmosphere, the studio has been a creative home for artists for decades. The documentary features rare footage, interviews with producers and musicians – offering a behind-the-scenes look at music history. For music lovers, this is a treasure: a place where magic becomes sound.