Just as the musician’s mental maps are visualizations of the multiple (urban) rhythms at play, so are the photographs snapshots of diverse rhythmical dimensions permeating the music-maker’s everyday life in the city. In this sense, most images are not merely an objective documentation of a certain rhythm, moment or place but capture a multitude of (urban) … Continue reading
I created two short videos based on some carefully selected images from the musician’s disposable cameras. In total there were around 800 images – approximately 400 of each city. After an in-depth analysis of the photos’ form and content, I could identify certain, place specific patterns, rhythms, recurring experiences or themes. Here is an insight into … Continue reading
I cycled through many cities. Each time I moved into a new place, a bicycle was one of my first purchases. Not because I am an overly passionate cyclist or extremely sporty but the bike was usually one of the cheapest, most convenient means to get around (and environmentally friendly at the same time). I cycled through Stuttgart, … Continue reading
Everywhere where there is interaction between a place, a time and an expenditure of energy, there is rhythm (Lefebvre 2004:15). After eight months of reading, writing and researching, my time in Copenhagen has come to an end. During this research journey I have found myself not only about 18.000 kilometres further north, but also in a rather different sphere … Continue reading
Danish balladeer Jonathan Schultz aka Schultz & Forever celebrates the release of his new Broadcast Dynamics EP with a brilliant version of “P.O.V.” Continue reading
It’s Saturday, the 4th of October. The online ‘market calendar’ (markedskalenderen.dk) lists no less than 15 different flea markets in the Copenhagen region – all happening on the same day! It is almost impossible not to bump into some bric-a-brac, second hand or unique antique goods selling people that have decorated their stalls with colourful clothes racks, vintage designer … Continue reading
