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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 Visionary Artist Redefining the Boundaries of Creativity: ‘Zombie CV’ by Ilya Popenko

‘Zombie CV’ by Ilya Popenko

Ilya Popenko is a visionary, multidisciplinary artist whose creative journey began in the Soviet Union and led him to the United States at the age of 16. As a film-maker, photographer, songwriter, and performer, Ilya has enriched the art world with his unique perspective. In 2011, he founded the band Mad Meg, which revitalised the music scene with their distinctive style, which they themselves describe as ‘punk-chanson-noir’. As Mad Meg is currently on hiatus, Ilya is devoting himself to his solo projects and today presents his latest work, ‘Zombie CV’, in which he explores the boundaries of art with his tireless creativity and passionate commitment.
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‘Zombie CV’ is a profound and ironic work that tells the chronicle of a life that does not end with death, but remains trapped in an endless cycle of survival. The protagonist, who dies in his 30s and is resurrected as a zombie, finds himself in a monotonous everyday life that reflects the absurdity and desolation of existence. Death offers no way out here, but reinforces the senselessness of the daily struggle. Loosely inspired by Ilya Popenko’s own experiences, ‘Zombie CV’ offers a reflection on growing up in the Soviet Union and the challenges and disappointments that accompanied his young years in New York. In doing so, he combines personal history with universal themes, creating a work that is both thought-provoking and highlights the ironies of life and death.
To summarise, with ‘Zombie CV’, Ilya Popenko transports his viewers (video available today!) and listeners into a surreal world in which life and death merge into a bizarre dance. His ability to interweave personal experiences with universal themes creates a work of art that is both profound and ironic. Popenko remains a tireless visionary who not only explores the boundaries of art but redefines and expands them. A truly unique artist whose creative journey is hopefully far from over.




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