Arts
From urban walls to galleries: how street art gained global recognition
The transformation of street art from illegal tagging to celebrated gallery exhibitions represents one of the most remarkable cultural shifts in contemporary art history. What began as clandestine spray-painted messages on subway cars and warehouse walls has evolved into a…
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Why audiences stay attached to their favorite singers, actors and celebrities
The phenomenon of celebrity attachment transcends cultural boundaries and generational divides, creating profound psychological connections that shape modern entertainment consumption patterns. From Taylor Swift’s devoted Swifties to the enduring fascination with classic Hollywood icons, millions of people worldwide maintain intense…
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How cultural events enrich social life and inspire creativity
Cultural events have emerged as pivotal moments in contemporary society, serving as dynamic spaces where communities converge, creativity flourishes, and social bonds strengthen. From intimate gallery openings to sprawling international festivals, these gatherings do far more than entertain—they fundamentally reshape…
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Art therapy: how art can heal and inspire
Art has long been recognized as a powerful medium for communication, self-expression, and healing. Through the process of creating and engaging with art, individuals can tap into their inner emotions, release stress, and find solace. This is the essence of…
Read moreMalayalam songs
Kalippaattamaay song Here is a song from Raveendran which is beautifully rendered by Yesudas. Kalippaattamaay is yet another melodious number from the evergreen team of late Raveendran and K J Yesudas. Song: Kalippaattamaay Song: Kalippaattam Music: Raveendran Originally sung by:…
Read moreUnited We Stand – A collaborative music project
Prateek posted this song on behalf of Sanour Sunny Mohammad, who is a sound engineer with Sandeep Chowta. This is what Sunny has to say about the song “We being musicians/technicians, can express our thoughts and present it to the…
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The trinity of Carnatic Classical music Muthuswamy Deekshitar Thyagaraja Swamikal Shyama Sasthrikal Music of India The music of India is perhaps one of the oldest in the world. It is also a major system of music that…
Read moreThrissur City
Thrissur, the cultural capital of kerala, came in to being in 1957, was called ‘Thrissivaperoor’.Thiru + siva + periya + oor =Thrissivaperoor. (It means ‘the land of lord siva’.It was Maharaja Ramavarma (who is also known as Sakthan Thampuran) to…
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Kaatril Varum Geethame Here comes one of the masterpieces from the melody king Ilaiyaraja – Kaatril Varum Geethame. Meera sang all female parts herself while I sang Hariharan’s part. Do let us know your comments. Song: Kaatril Varum Geethame Music:…
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