Lupo/ Fretwork - FantasiaFretwork explores the somewhat overlooked English musical dynasty. The grandson of an Italian immigrant family brought to England under Henry VIII's reign, Thomas Lupo (1571 1627) was a talented composer, viol player and violinist who served in the Royal Court from the age of 16 until his death. His consort music for viols demonstrates a variety of moods and musical devices, with a clear parallel in places to some of the three part music by his friend

it used music and visual arts as a voice to confront the cultural and political establishment

Deep within the cave

printed inner-sleeve

By coaching an unrivaled stable of politicians over the course of fifty years

Here the piano goes far beyond pure instrumental accompaniment: instead of merely illustrating the text

In Chie Hayakawa's remarkable and sensitive feature film debut

never hesitating to put a bullet between their eyes

But Liszt's entire artistic life oscillated even more between art and religion

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and a deep respect for the jazz tradition

treading the razor's edge between nihilism and collectivism

The album also features artwork illustrated by Chris himself