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‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division

  ‘The Journey’ - The Octopus Division In ‘The Journey,’ a sonic mosaic unfolds that—permeated by neon-soaked synth pads and a melody that feels like memory—is less a song than a spiritual compass. The time that relentlessly pursues us, according to ‘Time keeps chasing us every day’, is not portrayed as an enemy, but as a constant touchstone that we face with our heads held high: ‘ We won't let the rain wash us away’ . Photography, here metaphorically as a key to the past, opens doors to moments that seem long gone but live on within us. The chorus – a kind of collective mantra – describes not just a journey, but an intertwining of stories that support each other. The garden in which hopes take root becomes a symbol of what must be nurtured in order to flourish. And when ‘ our songs have lost a note or two ’, it is not a flaw, but proof of lived depth. A song that is not meant to be heard, but to be lived through – like a familiar glance at an old photo album by candlelight. b...
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A Clarion Call for Audacity and Change: ‘Eastern Boytoy’ by Ben T Kadar

‘Eastern Boytoy’ by Ben T Kadar

In the throbbing core of Budapest’s vibrant music scene, Ben T Kadar soars with a trailblazing piece, cutting through the thick of modern challenges with unvarnished candour. Veering from his reflective verse, Kadar opts for a more biting tone in ‘Eastern Boytoy’, echoing the existential unease that saturates city living, braced for a row. 
The song’s lead is an anti-hero, a square peg in a round hole, dodging the slings and arrows of societal appraisal while on a pilgrimage for his niche. His trenchant commentary on the dominant social scene, delivered in sharp-witted stanzas, resonates with those feeling isolated by the overwhelming presence of today’s trends. 
The song’s visual narrative, a cinematic artwork crafted by Botond Balogh, with Gábor Kővári’s masterful cinematography and Adrienn Mész’s spirited choreography, paints a boldly unconventional picture of the song’s spirit. It reveals a grim pantomime of puppets, with the puppeteer, once the schemer, overtaken by the very tumult he spawns, emblematic of the intricate ballet of power and fragility that weaves our societal tapestry. 
To wrap it up, ‘Eastern Boytoy’ is a clarion call for audacity and change, marking Kadar’s stride forward as a visionary artist. It is an imperative auditory experience for those seeking a soundtrack that not only captivates but also dares to provoke and enlighten.




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