Monthly Archives: July 2007

David Fonseca – "Superstars"

Posted on July 24, 2007 | 2 Comments

So this would be the time to break it to you all that I am a huge fan of Portuguese born David Fonseca. Reviews will follow of his albums which I thoroughly recommend. David has announced that his new album will be out in October and the first single “Superstars” received it’s first airing on Sunday 22nd July. The video is directed by David and inspired by a dream he had. It’s slick, dreamlike, arty and characteristic of his work. Everytime I watch it there’s something else I didn’t see before and a new layer of meaning unfolding – just like a dream. If this is the shape of things to come I am certainly looking forward to October!

Take a look for yourself

Abraço

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Encompassing the Globe – Portugal and the World in the 16th and 17th Centuries

Posted on July 23, 2007 | Leave a comment

Running from the 24th June – 16th September this exhibition is being held at the Smithsonian Freer and Sackler Galleries in Washington, USA. For those of us living too far away to visit, I’ve discovered their website has an excellent feature on the exhibition with lots of information and images from the collection. I definately recommend you go over and take a look

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Posted in Art and Culture, History of Portugal

Portugal in the News – Week Ending 22nd July

Posted on July 22, 2007 | Leave a comment

Portuguese born writer José Saramago has sparked massive controversy after suggesting Portugal will unite with Spain in years to come.
Read the full article – Source The Independant Newspaper (UK) Portugal is a lucrative choice for property investors
Read the full article – Source Property Showrooms.com

Oakley in the US celebrates 80th anniversary of Festa do Divino Espirito Santo (Feast of the Holy Ghost) today.
Interesting little news item that includes some information on the legend of Queen Isabel.
Read the full article – Source Antioch Press

Portuguese use of cork in winemaking
A New Zealand journalist is invited by the Portuguese Cork Association to observe cork manufacturing. Long informative article.
Read the full article – Source The New Zealand Herald

The History of Dom João
A Sri Lankan writer goes in search of the connections between his country and Portugal and unearths the story of the Black Prince.
Read the full article – Source The Sunday Times Online (Sri Lanka)

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