Hip Hop Genealogia 4

Marcin Siwiec, czyli po prostu Siwy, lider znanej w latach 90. kapeli punkrockowej, autor tekstów piosenek, powraca w świat tuż po przemianach ustrojowych – w świat agresji, przemocy oraz skrajnego nacjonalizmu ścigającego na ulicach wszystko, co odmienne. Wprowadza czytelnika w środowisko punków, anarchistów, ale też przedstawia zwyczajnych ludzi, którzy chcieli być po prostu wolni, równi i mieć z życia coś więcej niż tylko pracę i wydawanie zarobionych pieniędzy na tanie świecidełka. Opowiada również o muzyce, ale nie o taniej, popularnej, lecz o muzyce z przekazem, gdzie tekst często bywał wskazówką i radą. Tekst, który zrywał maskę obłudy z zakłamanego świata. W tej książce i zdarzenia, i ludzie są autentyczni, a poruszane problemy wciąż aktualne.

Oasis are one of the biggest bands the world has ever seen. Here, in Supersonic, they tell the story of their beginnings from dive-bar hopefuls to global superstars. They themselves talk us through the pivotal moments in their phenomenal trajectory, from the day Noel Gallagher joined his brother Liam's band, through their first crucial five years culminating at their landmark gigs at Knebworth Park in 1996 - the pinnacle of their success. With over thirty hours of interviews with Liam, Noel and those closest to them, this book documents in unprecedented depth and with their trademark candour and humour, the story behind one of the world's greatest bands, all told in their own words and fully illustrated with exclusive photographs and ephemera throughout.

Po co nam to było
po co nam to było
jeszcze nic się nie zaczęło
a już się skończyło
ledwie zapłonęło
jedną krótką nocą
po co nam to było
po co?

autor tekstu: Jan Zalewski, kompozytor: Adam Skorupka

Joanna Rawik potrafi śpiewać, czego dowiodła w amfiteatrze opolskim i paryskiej Olympii, ale też potrafi pisać i mówić, co artystom sceny dane jest w niewielu przypadkach. W dodatku śpiewa, pisze i mówi w swym drugim języku, jest bowiem poliglotką, co artystom zdarza się dopiero w Hollywood. Ciekaw jestem, jak "Po co nam to było" czytałoby się w ojczystym języku Joanny, języku Eliadego i Ionesco, to jest w języku rumuńskim. Zwłaszcza zaś, jak zabrzmiałby przyimek „po”.

Piosenka tytułowa książki napisana jest tak, że mogłaby ją śpiewać Edith Piaf. To też pseudonim artystyczny, który przekształcony został w nazwisko. Joanna śpiewa podobnym głosem i z podobną wrażliwością. Ale po swojemu. Tak jak Edith Piaf wie o miłości wszystko.

Książkę "Po co nam to było" skomponowała według reguł recitalu. Recital śpiewa się tak, jak się chce, a nie jak się musi. W recitalu pisanym Joanny zostało trochę miejsca na dwa, trzy akapity - na tajemnice, których lepiej nie dotykać. Tak jest z dobrym koncertem – coś jeszcze pozostaje, coś nie zostało jeszcze wygrane do końca".

Krzysztof Mroziewicz

The story of a man whose music changed the world.

Farrokh Bulsara was a young boy who loved music and was known for being quiet and kind, even when people made fun of his unusual teeth.

Farrokh grew up to be Freddie Mercury, an incredible musician who could command audiences with his charisma and talent, and who would one day say that those teeth were the very reason he was able to sing with such amazing range.

From his childhood in Zanzibar to the formation of rock band Queen, to their record-breaking Live Aid performance, discover the journey Freddie Mercury took to becoming one of the world's most influential musicians.

From her girl squad to the Swifties to the world at large, Taylor's the BFF of the pop music world. As the go-to shoulder to cry on and chronicler of heartbreak, she relates her personal life and experiences in a 'dear diary' style in her music, but the artist is even more popular than her hit songs. One of the most followed on social media, she is a defender of the underdog, open about her feminist and pro-choice views and frequently speaks up against sexism and LGBTQ discrimination.

This collection of Taylor's relatable, inspiring and hugely optimistic quotes and lyrics reveals a caring, generous personality who is all about 'the feels' and following your dreams. Sparkling with positivity and feel-good vibes, Taylor is always there to give you the best advice and lift you up when you're down - she's your own personal cheerleader.

'It wasn't me. I didn't do it. And I'll never do it again!' says Brian Johnson of The Lives of Brian. That AC/DC's legendary front man got to do it all is one of the most cheering and entertaining stories in rock 'n'roll history.

The son of a British army sergeant-major and Italian mother, Brian grew up in Dunston, Tyne and Wear, as it emerged from the shadow of the Second World War. Then he saw Little Richard on the BBC and it changed the course of his life.

The choirboy and cub scout was going to be singer.

For over a decade he tried to make his mark with a succession of bands. He appeared on to Top of the Pops, toured Australia and yet the big time looked out of reach. Then he was invited to London for an audition for one of the world's biggest rock acts. AC/DC were a band in crisis following the tragic death of their lead singer, Bon Scott, but with Brian on board they would record their masterpiece: Back in Black. It became the biggest selling rock album of all time. The tour that followed played to packed out arenas. Quickly embraced by the band's fans, the new boy had earned his spurs. But there was to be a twist in the tale. In 2016, Brian was forced to quit the band after being diagnosed with hearing loss, only to make a triumphant return to the band he loved with the release of 2020's smash hit album Power Up.
It's been a rollercoaster of a life, throughout which Brian's kept his feet firmly on the ground, never losing touch with his roots.

Warm, vivid, evocative, life-affirming and often laugh-out-loud funny, The Lives of Brian tells the story of one of our most well-loved performers in his own inimitable voice