Tag: 1970s
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Director Andrea Bianchi doesn’t possess the stylistic flourishes that make many bad gialli worth watching, but what he lacks in inventive direction he makes up for with sleaze. On that… more ›
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A bizarre album from actor Peter Wyngarde that was completed, released, then yanked from shelves almost immediately in an air of blistering controversy. more ›
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A phantasmagorical blend of supernatural horror and straight-forward giallo thrills delivered with an abundance of style. more ›
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The Bird with the Crystal Plumage might not have been the first giallo, but it is one of the most completely realized and best executed. more ›
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1979’s Feets Don’t Fail Me Now isn’t as bad as “the worst thing Herbie Hancock ever did,” but I’m still not sure I’d call it good. Or would I? more ›
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Outside of official James Bond film scores, there was a lucrative cash-in industry of record labels releasing Bond and spy-themed albums not connected to any actual movie—at least not officially. more ›
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Humphrey’s journey began with Dizzy Gillespie, leading to her success as Blue Note’s first Black female instrumentalist. “Blacks and Blues” showcases her fusion of jazz, funk, and R&B. more ›
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Dexter Wansel’s “Life on Mars” blends futuristic sounds, funk, and Philly Soul, showcasing his innovative use of synthesizers and earning a unique place in music history. more ›
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Hako Yamasaki’s debut album “Tobimasu” captures profound emotions in a folk-rock blend. Released in 1975, it showcases her haunting voice and lyrical depth, reflecting a transformative era in Japanese music… more ›
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Taiwan Disco is a vibrant compilation of 1970s and early 1980s Taiwanese music, featuring female-fronted tracks blending disco, funk, and glam influences, often invoking a unique and eclectic dance atmosphere. more ›
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Forbidden Photos is not an exceptionally plotted giallo. Nonetheless, it has a structure sturdy enough upon which to hang a lot of crazy mid-century design more ›
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Like all of Doss’s action films, the director’s signature combination of cartoon-ish style and nonstop carnage is enough to leave you in a state of “did I just see that?”… more ›
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