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Otherworld (other)
An otherworld is a term in mythology and religion for other realms of existence beyond the mortal one, where beings such as deities, spirits, fairies, and the dead may reside. Otherworld may also refer to: Books and comics * Otherworld (DC Comics), ''Otherworld'' (DC comics), a 2005 comics miniseries by Phil Jimenez * Otherworld, a name for Avalon (Marvel Comics), a realm featured in Marvel Comics * Women of the Otherworld, an urban fantasy series by Kelley Armstrong * Otherworld, an urban fantasy series of novels by Yasmine Galenorn * Otherworld, a young adult science fiction novel by Jason Segel and Kirsten Miller Film and television *Otherworld (TV series), ''Otherworld'' (TV series), a 1985 American television series *''Otherworld'', English title of ''Y Mabinogi'', a 2003 Welsh film *''Otherworld'', a dimension in the ''Dragon Ball'' series. Music *Otherworld (album), ''Otherworld'' (album), a 1999 album by Lúnasa *"Otherworld", a song on the 2000 Magica (album), ''Magica' ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Otherworld
The concept of an otherworld in historical Indo-European religion is reconstructed in comparative mythology. Its name is a calque of ''orbis alius'' (Latin for "other Earth/world"), a term used by Lucan in his description of the Celtic Otherworld. Comparable religious, mythological or metaphysical Metaphysics is the branch of philosophy that studies the fundamental nature of reality, the first principles of being, identity and change, space and time, causality, necessity, and possibility. It includes questions about the nature of conscio ... concepts, such as a realm of supernatural beings and a realm of the dead, are found in cultures throughout the world.''Gods, goddesses, and mythology'', Volume 11, C. Scott Littleton, Marshall Cavendish, 2005, , . Pp. 1286-1287 Spirits are thought to travel between worlds, or layers of existence in such traditions, usually along an Axis mundi, axis such as a world tree, giant tree, a tent pole, a river, a rope or mountains. Indo-European ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Magica (album)
''Magica'' is the eighth studio album by American heavy metal band Dio. A concept album, it was produced by frontman Ronnie James Dio and released on March 21, 2000, through Spitfire Records. The album marks the return of guitarist Craig Goldy, who also has performed on Dio's album ''Dream Evil'' and in the later release '' Master of the Moon''. ''Magica'' also features Jimmy Bain on bass and Simon Wright on drums. The album was originally planned to be the first part of a trilogy of concept albums. Shortly before beginning his tour with Heaven & Hell, Dio announced his intention to start the ''Magica II & III'' album after the tour's end, but he died shortly after of stomach cancer on May 16, 2010. The only song released from ''Magica II & III'' was titled " Electra". Concept Said Dio: "''Magica'' is the saga of Blessing, a netherworld invaded by dark forces that vaporise people into pure, evil energy. The planet's saviours are master, apprentice heroes Eriel and Chal ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Another World (other)
Another World may refer to: Film and television * ''Another World'' (1937 film), a French-German film directed by Marc Allégret and Alfred Stöger * ''Another World'' (2021 film), a French film directed by Stéphane Brizé * ''Another World'' (TV series), a 1964–1999 American soap opera * ''Another World'' (Japanese TV series), a 2019 three-episode anime spin-off from the film ''Hello World'' * '' Isekai Quartet: The Movie – Another World'', a 2022 Japanese animated film * Another World Entertainment, a Danish home-video distribution company Literature * ''Another World'' (novel), a 1998 novel by Pat Barker * ''Another World'', a 1976 memoir by Anthony Eden Music Albums * ''Another World'' (Andy LaVerne album) or the title song, 1977 * ''Another World'' (Brian May album) or the title song, 1998 * ''Another World'' (Gerry Rafferty album) or the title song, 2000 * ''Another World'' (John Patitucci album) or the title song, 1993 * ''Another World'' (The Roches albu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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Articles relating to otherworlds, a concept of historical Indo-European religion which is reconstructed in comparative mythology. Comparable religious, mythological or metaphysical concepts, such as a realm of supernatural beings and a realm of the dead The underworld, also known as the netherworld or hell, is the supernatural world of the dead in various religious traditions and myths, located below the world of the living. Chthonic is the technical adjective for things of the underworld. ..., are found in cultures throughout the world. Afterlife Comparative mythology Mythological places ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Otherworld (painting)
''Otherworld'' is a 2002 painting by American artist Andrew Wyeth. The painting depicts Andrew Wyeth's wife and manager, Betsy, looking out the window of private jet. Visible through windows of the plane are two places commonly featured in Andrew's work: Out the left window is the Kuerner Farm in Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania and out the right window is the Olson House in Cushing, Maine. Andrew had originally titled the painting ''Betsy's World'' in reference to his famous painting '' Christina's World'', but it was renamed ''Otherworld'' by Betsy. The painting's content is unusual for Wyeth, as he rarely depicted twentieth century technology or settings. Provenance and exhibition history In 2006, ''Otherworld'' was included in the exhibition ''Andrew Wyeth: Memory & Magic'' at the Philadelphia Museum of Art The Philadelphia Museum of Art (PMoA) is an art museum originally chartered in 1876 for the Centennial Exposition in Philadelphia. The main museum building was complete ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Other World (musical)
''Other World'' is an original American musical theatre production based on an imagined MMORPG video game, with the book by Hunter Bell and music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen and Ann McNamee respectively. In addition to a plot that centers around video games, the show explores the connections made on- and off-line, including family both biological and chosen, with the help of live special effects including puppetry. History and productions By the time ''Other World'' held its first preview at Bucks County Playhouse on 13 March 2020, it had been in the works for over eight years, and had participated in the New York Theatre Barn's New Works Series Live in June, 2021. ''Other World'' began its world premiere theatre engagement at Delaware Theatre Company in February 2022, with performances through March 2022. The production featured a double turntable stage, a full-stage LED projection wall, art direction by Rebekah Tisch and Wētā Workshop and puppetry by the puppeteers behind ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Other World (album)
''Otherworld'' is a collaborative album by English singer Peter Hammill and American guitarist Gary Lucas. It was released in February 2014 by Esoteric Recordings. Although on the album cover the title is spelled as "Other World", on Peter Hammill's official website Sofa Sound the title is spelled as one word, "Otherworld". Track listing All songs written by Gary Lucas and Peter Hammill. #"Spinning Coins" – 2:54 #"Some Kind of Fracas" – 5:14 #"Of Kith & Kin" – 5:30 #"Cash" – 2:57 #"Built from Scratch" – 4:25 #"Attar of Roses" – 4:20 #"This Is Showbiz" – 3:05 #"Reboot" – 6:55 #"Black Ice" – 4:59 #"The Kid" – 4:16 #"Glass" – 3:27 #"2 Views" – 3:07 #"Means to an End" – 1:38 #"Slippery Slope" – 7:04 Personnel *Peter Hammill – guitars, instruments, vocals *Gary Lucas – guitars Technical *Peter Hammill - recording engineer, mixing (Terra Incognita, Wiltshire) *Paul Ridout - design References Peter Hammill albums Gary Lucas albums 2014 albu ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Everything Remains (As It Never Was)
''Everything Remains (As It Never Was)'' is the fourth studio album by Swiss folk metal band Eluveitie. The album was produced by Colin Richardson, and released on 19 February 2010 through Nuclear Blast. The album spawned one single, "Thousandfold", which has gained over 14,600,000 views on YouTube. Sound Unlike Eluveitie's previous release '' Evocation I: The Arcane Dominion'' which was primarily a folk rock/ acoustic folk album, Everything Remains returns to the band's roots and is a straight folk metal album. Reception Everything Remains generally received highly positive reviews. Pascal Stieler, writing for Metal1.info wrote that Everything Remains was "in all matters outstanding, varied album that simply has no weaknesses" and gave the album 9/10. Metal.de also gave the album 9/10. The fanbase's reaction was generally positive, with songs like Thousandfold being played frequently on tour. Track listing Credits * Chrigel Glanzmann - vocals, acoustic guitars, mandol ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Discography Of Final Fantasy X
The music of the video game ''Final Fantasy X'' was composed by regular series composer Nobuo Uematsu, along with Masashi Hamauzu and Junya Nakano. It was the first title in the main ''Final Fantasy'' series in which Uematsu was not the sole composer. The ''Final Fantasy X Original Soundtrack'' was released on four Compact Discs in 2001 by DigiCube, and was re-released in 2004 by Square Enix. Prior to the album's North American release, a reduced version entitled ''Final Fantasy X Official Soundtrack'' was released on a single disk by Tokyopop in 2002. An EP entitled ''feel/Go dream: Yuna & Tidus'' containing additional singles not present in the game was released by DigiCube in 2001. ''Piano Collections Final Fantasy X'', a collection of piano arrangements of the original soundtracks by Masashi Hamauzu and performed by Aki Kuroda, was released by DigiCube in 2002 and re-released by Square EA in 2004. A collection of vocal arrangements of pieces from the game arranged by Katsumi ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Otherworld (album)
''Otherworld'' is an album by Lúnasa that was released 1999 on Green Linnet Records. It is the band's second major release. Although the album displays the band’s traditional Celtic sound, it features techniques and styles unusual to the genre, such as occasional double-tracking recording and occasional instances of instruments that differ from Celtic music, such as cello, electric bass and flügelhorn, leading Allmusic to say the album "yields a sound that is unique to the group and yet clearly in touch with tradition". The album has been described as innovative, with ''The Georgia Straight'' citing several tracks' usage of multiple woodwinds as an example. Their first album with Kevin Crawford, and for Green Linnet Records, the album was a major critical success, with critics complimenting the album's unusual sound. Their first album released outside of Ireland, it was also commercially successful for a small band, and became the fastest-selling album in the history of Green ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Otherworld (DC Comics)
''Otherworld'' is a creator-owned mini series by writer/artist Phil Jimenez released in 2005 and published by DC Comics's Vertigo imprint. The book as described by Jimenez is "''The Real World'' meets ''The Lord of the Rings'' meets ''Tron''". Synopsis ''Otherworld'' is an epic, multipart "space opera" about a group of Los Angeles college students who find themselves on the front lines of an inter-dimensional border war. ''Otherworld'' revolves around 19-year-old Siobhan Monyihan, a student at the fictional University of Los Angeles and the progressive lead singer of a burgeoning LA band, and her boyfriend and rival, Jason Ng. Siobhan is an incredibly powerful sorceress, descended from a mystic lineage millennia old, and alone holds the key to stopping the impending war in Otherworld The concept of an otherworld in historical Indo-European religion is reconstructed in comparative mythology. Its name is a calque of ''orbis alius'' (Latin for "other Earth/world"), a term used b ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dragon Ball
is a Japanese media franchise created by Akira Toriyama in 1984. The Dragon Ball (manga), initial manga, written and illustrated by Toriyama, was serialized in ''Weekly Shōnen Jump'' from 1984 to 1995, with the 519 individual chapters collected into 42 ''tankōbon'' volumes by its publisher Shueisha. ''Dragon Ball'' was originally inspired by the classical 16th-century Chinese novel ''Journey to the West'', combined with elements of Hong Kong martial arts films. The series follows the adventures of protagonist Goku, Son Goku from his childhood through adulthood as he trains in martial arts. He spends his childhood far from civilization until he meets a teen girl named Bulma, who encourages him to join her quest in exploring the world in search of the seven orbs known as the Dragon Balls, which summon a wish-granting dragon when gathered. Along his journey, Goku makes several other friends, becomes a family man, discovers his alien heritage, and battles a wide variety of villa ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
