The Arts Desk has come up with the latest reviews on top performances associated with the visual arts from art and music to dance.
The Arts Desk's Fisun Gner reviewed the controversial Japanese artist, Yayoi Kusuma's, latest contribution to the world of visual arts in her perplexing yet engaging exhibition at the Tate Modern. Her final product reveals the 82-year-olds complex state of mind giving you a glimpse into the inner workings of her artistic thought process, or lack thereof. From a wide range of pieces from watercolours and oil paintings to a completely mirrored room with LED lighting, it's not hard to believe that the artist committed herself into a psychiatric ward from 35 years.
This week, there's a wide range of new music to check out including Valentine's Day video tributes from Peter Culshaw to a round-up of new CD reviews from funky jazz beats such as Gregory Porter's new album, to the upbeat tracks from Porcelain Raft. Meanwhile, Joe Muggs gives us the Grammy update of this year's incredibly predictable winners from Adele and Bon Iver to the Foo Fighters, with the only surprise being the electro techno mix in the form of Skrillez.
And Joe Muggs headed to Brixton Academy at the weekend to see the rather absurd French outfit Justice perform. With their hipster hair and shades of Daft Punk, they made a big noise melding disco, electronica, acid house and prog rock, but the effect was rather that of empty show, with the two men offering little by way of involvement other than being hunched over various pieces of electronic equipment. The heart may have been missing, but it certainly made for a dazzling spectacle that the mostly indie-rock crowd seemed to enjoy.
In other news, Ismene Brown rounded up the dance reviews and watched The Rodin Project, which originated from the modern dance group, The Russell Maliphant Company. However, Brown didn't think that the dance routines and concepts were fully developed enough and lacked a certain je ne sais pas quois factor. However, Maliphant was particularly ballsy in his choreography skills, which channelled some of the most cutting edge moves in street dance, however, it could have been more flamboyant at times.
The Arts Desk's Fisun Gner reviewed the controversial Japanese artist, Yayoi Kusuma's, latest contribution to the world of visual arts in her perplexing yet engaging exhibition at the Tate Modern. Her final product reveals the 82-year-olds complex state of mind giving you a glimpse into the inner workings of her artistic thought process, or lack thereof. From a wide range of pieces from watercolours and oil paintings to a completely mirrored room with LED lighting, it's not hard to believe that the artist committed herself into a psychiatric ward from 35 years.
This week, there's a wide range of new music to check out including Valentine's Day video tributes from Peter Culshaw to a round-up of new CD reviews from funky jazz beats such as Gregory Porter's new album, to the upbeat tracks from Porcelain Raft. Meanwhile, Joe Muggs gives us the Grammy update of this year's incredibly predictable winners from Adele and Bon Iver to the Foo Fighters, with the only surprise being the electro techno mix in the form of Skrillez.
And Joe Muggs headed to Brixton Academy at the weekend to see the rather absurd French outfit Justice perform. With their hipster hair and shades of Daft Punk, they made a big noise melding disco, electronica, acid house and prog rock, but the effect was rather that of empty show, with the two men offering little by way of involvement other than being hunched over various pieces of electronic equipment. The heart may have been missing, but it certainly made for a dazzling spectacle that the mostly indie-rock crowd seemed to enjoy.
In other news, Ismene Brown rounded up the dance reviews and watched The Rodin Project, which originated from the modern dance group, The Russell Maliphant Company. However, Brown didn't think that the dance routines and concepts were fully developed enough and lacked a certain je ne sais pas quois factor. However, Maliphant was particularly ballsy in his choreography skills, which channelled some of the most cutting edge moves in street dance, however, it could have been more flamboyant at times.
About the Author:
Catherine McCulloch is a freelancer for The Arts Desk with a specialisation in visual arts and dance. For more information on all things art, visit theartsdesk.com.
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