MusicBest known for his film scores, Jóhannsson’s earlier electronic and classical work confronted existential horror
Despite its regular use during inspiring moments on nature documentaries, Jóhann Jóhannsson never made music that’s particularly easy listening on its own – and Lord, it’s tough listening to him now.
After hearing of his death, I found my notes from when I saw him in London at the Barbican in 2012: “He makes music for endings, shut-down mines, obsolete mainframe computers and failed utopias . Read More...
New England PatriotsAnalysisLike many great leaders, Bill Belichick was brought down by a failure to evolveOliver ConnollyThe most successful NFL coach of the 21st-century must find ways to innovate again if he is to thrive at a new team after his departure from New England
No need for double takes. Yes, it has really, finally happened. Bill Belichick is leaving the New England Patriots after an unprecedented 24-season run as their head coach. Read More...
Adolf Hitler This article is more than 14 years oldMein Kampf copy signed by Hitler sells for £21,000This article is more than 14 years oldA rare signed copy of Adolf Hitler's Mein Kampf sold for £21,000 at auction today. The infamous book was sold alongside a signed self-portrait, which fetched £12,300 at Mullock's auctions at Ludlow racecourse, Shropshire. Hitler gave the book to a fellow inmate, an early member of the Nazi party, at Landsberg prison following his failed attempt in 1923 to overthrow the German government, known as the beer hall putsch. Read More...