Marieke v.

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Wild Beasts – Smother

Marieke v. posted an article on - May 26, 2011, 4:21 pm
Ever since I discovered Wild Beasts just by sifting through new releases I’ve swirled around this band quite casually. I’ve always been highly amused by their quirkiness and cheek, but not for a minute did I expect them to strike an emotional chord with me. ‘Smother’ came from out of nowhere...
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A change of scenery

Marieke v. posted an article on - May 22, 2011, 3:30 pm
Almost two months have gone by and still there are countless people who have little to no idea what I’m up to. Some don’t even know I’ve traded the peace and calm of the northwest of the Netherlands for the Big Smoke. I feel terribly ashamed, and will try to make up for it by first of all expl...
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Moving Image: Special Problems

Marieke v. posted an article on - Jan 28, 2011, 12:51 pm
While searching for some interesting new music last week I came across Flying Lotus. I usually snoop around on Youtube just to hear a few tunes, but it’s a big plus if an appealing video accompanies the song. It’s a rarity these days, well at least you have to look for them yourself because MTV ...
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Sound: Upcoming releases 01-2011

Marieke v. posted an article on - Jan 18, 2011, 4:16 pm
The Twilight Singers – Dynamite Steps (Feb 15th) Jenn Grant – Honeymoon Punch (Jan 7th) Nicolas Jaar – Space Is Only Noise (Feb 14th) Iron & Wine – Kiss Each Other Clean (Jan 25th) Little Comets – In Search Of Elusive Little Comets (Jan 31st) Cut Copy – Zonoscope (Feb 8th)
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Shameless materialism – Autumn foliage

Marieke v. posted an article on - Oct 31, 2010, 12:23 pm
I can’t promise a steady return to my blogging life. But I do miss it, believe it or not. Purely by coincidence (ahum) I started snooping around online and found some rockin’ bits and pieces from the usual suspects. For my fellow music geeks: You’ll find some hints to my musical influences if ...
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16 going on 27: ten years of tunes and gigs

Marieke v. posted an article on - Oct 9, 2010, 4:10 am
The experience of seeing a band on stage for the first time can never be topped by another one. A second time around you’ll always compare it to the first gig. It’ll be a trick you’ve already seen. A quality trick hopefully, but never quite as amazing as that first one. That’s a microscopic ...
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Fan? Nope, bandmember.

Marieke v. posted an article on - Nov 23, 2009, 7:48 am
Dutch band Jean Parlette are going through a change. And a change it is. They have created a website dedicated to a new project: ‘Le System’. ‘Le System’ let’s you, me and your regular John and Jane subscribe and donate money in return for a piece of the package. If you go for the silver m...
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Etsy: Fresh vintage picks

Marieke v. posted an article on - Oct 19, 2009, 3:58 am
Necklace with rhinestones and pearl by jeanmc Bracelet with creme enamel and coral beads by jeanmc Vintage Mod 60s Hinged Bangle Bracelet Pedre Watch by jenniesjunque Bird Hair Pins by veryvintage Vintage 70s Scarf Art Deco Style Scarf in Pink Blue and Black by catwalkcreative Pink and gold bead...
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Sound: Releases September

Marieke v. posted an article on - Oct 15, 2009, 4:51 am
Grand Avenue – Place To Fall When I saw this band supporting Saybia a few years ago they made quite an impression. I’d even go further in saying that they outplayed the main attraction. There’s no way denying that these four Danes are mighty musicians and a joy to watch playing. Their determi...
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A few bits and pieces

Marieke v. posted an article on - Oct 12, 2009, 3:15 pm
I’m too busy taking care of other business right now so blogging has sunk a few spots on my list of priorities, sadly. But my eyes always wander all over the net looking for wonderful stuff, so let me just give you a mini-report for now. I will be back very soon with some reviews on recent cd rele...
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Doodle Delights: ZERO PER ZERO

Marieke v. posted an article on - Sep 22, 2009, 6:44 am
I’ve got another small New York story for ya. While shopping at MoMA’s design store I discovered this lush NYC subway map, designed by ZERO PER ZERO. I finally dug up the map again and snooped around on their website. They also designed a NYC subway calendar, poster and several smaller maps. The...
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Moving Image: Shynola

Marieke v. posted an article on - Sep 21, 2009, 12:52 pm
Let me be very idiotic for a minute and pretend that I alone can give you lovely people what MTV can’t: heart-warming, unique, creative music videos. Now I’m sure that most of the following videos are being played plenty enough, so that’s not the issue in this first ‘Music | TV’ post, but...
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Shop!: Anthropologie

Marieke v. posted an article on - Sep 18, 2009, 5:31 am
When I was visiting New York I had the luxury of time to visit some incredible shops in Manhattan. One of my favourite shops is Anthropologie. This is a store chain spread through the USA and Canada. They sell a large variety of unique, vintage-like items, from clothes to home deco and furniture. T...
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What defines a 'great' movie poster?

Marieke v. posted an article on - Sep 17, 2009, 6:27 am
Working as a volunteer at a local moviehouse, while I sell tickets for the movies on view for the evening I find myself staring at the movie posters across the counter a lot longer than I’d like to admit. It’s become quite entertaining to analyze the movie posters on display and try to ...
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Before & After: A home called Junebug

Marieke v. posted an article on - Sep 16, 2009, 3:20 am
If you think of a great place to live wouldn’t an all-American bungalow, including a porch and the works, be on your list? It’s on mine for sure! Jessica and Erik from Portland, Oregon bought a 1920s bungalow earlier this year and have been renovating for a fair few months. What’s...
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