OTYKEN: Bridging Cultures and Igniting Musical Exploration from Siberia’s Indigenous Heartland

Welcome to our exclusive interview with OTYKEN, a captivating Siberian Indigenous group that has recently taken the music world by storm with the release of their highly anticipated full-length album, “Phenomenon”. Blending the rich traditions of Siberian Indigenous culture with the cutting-edge sounds of Folktronica, OTYKEN has created a mesmerising musical experience that transcends boundaries…

76th Cannes Film Festival: “If Only I Could Hibernate” Review

Social realism is the name of the game in Mongolian filmmaker Zoljargal Purevdash’s debut feature If Only I Could Hibernate. Over the past few weeks, the Un Certain Regard title has been widely celebrated as the country’s first film ever in the Cannes official selection. To be accurate, however, Hibernate is the first Mongolian feature-length…

76th Cannes Film Festival: “Omen” Review

Taken at surface level, you’d be forgiven for initially thinking rapper Baloji’s directorial debut was going to transform into a straightforwardly satirical examination of cultural tensions. Arriving in the Democratic Republic of Congo from his adopted homeland of Belgium to introduce his wider family to fiancée Alice (Lucie Debay), Koffi (Marc Zinga) is initially greeted…

Gaho Opens Up About His Music and His Latest Release, “Diamond”

Like a perfectly cut diamond, everything in Gaho’s career is well-proportioned, and his multiple facets are positioned to create a brilliant sparkle. If you are new to Gaho’s music universe, just know that before embarking on his solo career, this 25-year-old musician and songwriter penned some of the most famous K-Drama OSTs.  To understand the…

Tilly Birds: Soaring High with Alternative Rock in Thailand’s Music Scene

In the bustling metropolis of Bangkok, where ancient temples and modern skyscrapers coexist, a vibrant music scene thrives. Among the diverse genres that have found their footing in Thailand, alternative rock has carved a niche of its own, resonating with a generation seeking an alternative voice. At the forefront of this movement stands Tilly Birds,…

76th Cannes Film Festival: “Inshallah a Boy” Review

The power of cinema in Jordan holds significant cultural, artistic, and societal importance. Jordan has a rich cinematic history, and the country has produced a number of acclaimed filmmakers and notable films that have made an impact both domestically and internationally. Cinema in Jordan has been instrumental in reflecting and exploring various aspects of Jordanian…