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Confessions Of A Conflicted Medium
Confessions are acknowledgements of facts by those who would have otherwise preferred to keep those facts hidden. Confessions may also refer to: Film, television, and radio * ''Confessions'' (1925 film), a British silent film * ''Confessions'' (2010 film), a Japanese film * ''The Confessions'' (film) (''Le confessioni''), a 2016 Italian film * Confessions series, a 1970s series of film adaptations of novels by Christopher Wood * "Confessions" (''Arrow''), a 2019 television episode * "Confessions" (''Breaking Bad''), a 2013 television episode * "Confessions" (''Roseanne''), a 1990 television episode * ''Confessions'' (radio programme), a British radio feature presented by Simon Mayo Literature * ''Confessions'' (Augustine), a 4th-century autobiographical work by St. Augustine of Hippo * ''Confession'' (Bakunin), an 1851 autobiographical work by Mikhail Bakunin * ''Confessions'' (Rousseau), a 1782–1789 autobiography by Jean-Jacques Rousseau * Confessions series, a 197 ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Confession
A confession is a statement – made by a person or by a group of persons – acknowledging some personal fact that the person (or the group) would ostensibly prefer to keep hidden. The term presumes that the speaker is providing information that he believes the other party is not already aware of,Roger W. Shuy, ''The Language of Confession, Interrogation, and Deception'' (1998), p. 2–10. and is frequently associated with an admission of a moral or legal wrong: Not all confessions reveal wrongdoing, however. For example, a confession of love is often considered positive both by the confessor and by the recipient of the confession and is a common theme in literature. With respect to confessions of wrongdoing, there are several specific kinds of confessions that have significance beyond the social. A legal confession involves an admission of some wrongdoing that has a legal consequence, while the concept of confession in religion varies widely across various belief systems, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Confessions (Alesana Album)
''Confessions'' or ''The Annabel Trilogy Part III: Confessions'' (on Re-release edition) is the fifth studio album by American post-hardcore band, Alesana. It is their third concept album and the final chapter of the Annabel trilogy, released on April 21, 2015. The first one, '' The Emptiness'' (Fearless Records) was released in 2010, and the second one, ''A Place Where the Sun Is Silent'' (Epitaph Records) was released in 2011. Background This is the third and final release of the three studio albums and accompanying short stories that make up Alesana's iconic Annabel Trilogy, a three part story centered around the fictional character Annabel and how she interacts with various storylines and motifs found in famous works of literature. The trilogy debuted with 2010's The Emptiness which was based on the works of Edgar Allan Poe and was followed by 2011's A Place Where the Sun is Silent, based on Dante's Divine Comedy. To create this record, Alesana got to pursue many things they ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Tha Mexakinz (album)
''Tha Mexakinz'' is the second full-length album by Latin hip hop duo, Tha Mexakinz. It was released on August 13, 1996, by Wild West Records. Track listing #Introlude #U Don't Even Know Me #Never in This World #Plead Insanity #Problems #La Plaga #2 Many MC's #Confessions #Frost Interlude #Instinct #Provoke the Extreme #Burnin' Hot #Realism #Headz or Taylz #The Wake Up Show (feat. Xzibit and Chino XL Derek Keith Barbosa (born April 8, 1974), better known by his stage name Chino XL, is an American rapper, and actor. He has released four solo studio albums, in which his most recent – ''Ricanstruction: The Black Rosary'' – won the 2012 HHU ...) #2 Many MC's (Remix) References External links * {{DEFAULTSORT:Mexakinz 1996 albums Tha Mexakinz albums ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
The Writing's On The Wall
''The Writing's on the Wall'' is the second studio album by American girl group Destiny's Child, released in Japan on July 14, 1999, and in the US on July 27, 1999, by Columbia Records. The album was produced by Missy Elliott, Kevin "She'kspere" Briggs, Rodney Jerkins, and Beyoncé Knowles among others and included guest appearances from Missy Elliott and R&B trio Next. ''The Writing's on The Wall'' spawned four singles, including the US number one-hits "Bills, Bills, Bills" and "Say My Name" as well as "Bug a Boo" and "Jumpin', Jumpin'". This is the last album with the group's original line-up. The album saw the group taking creative control from writing and producing their own tracks working closely with producer and singer-songwriter Xscape member Kandi Burruss. "Bills, Bills, Bills" and "Bug a Boo" were among the first songs written and produced by the group. The album debuted at number six on the US ''Billboard'' 200 chart on August 14, 1999, with first-week sales of 132, ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Like Nirvana
''Like Nirvana'' is the fourth studio album An album is a collection of audio recordings issued on compact disc (CD), Phonograph record, vinyl, audio tape, or another medium such as Digital distribution#Music, digital distribution. Albums of recorded sound were developed in the early ... by Australian pop group Cub Sport. The album was announced on 4 March 2020, alongside the album's lead single "Confessions". The album was due for release 8 May 2020, but was delayed until 24 July 2020. In an open letter to ''The Music'', Cub Sport's Tim Nelson said Like Nirvana, is an uplifting release that doesn't shy away from the shadows, "it embraces both the light and dark with warmth." Critical reception Annabel Ross of ''NME'' praised the album as "their most stunning LP yet" and stated: "stadium-sized glory might be painfully Social distancing measures related to the COVID-19 pandemic#Australia, out of reach right now, for reasons beyond their control – but on 'Like Nirvana ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Confessions (Lecrae Song)
"Confessions", styled "Confe$$ions", is a Christian hip hop song by Lecrae from his album ''Gravity'', released on September 4, 2012. Lyrically, the song critiques the pursuit of wealth and expresses the emptiness and lack of peace that comes with materialism. Lyrics and style StupidDOPE called "Confe$$ions" "a deep, hard hitting, thoughtful number that finds Lecrae speaking from his heart while he hangs out and shows us the wolves", and AllHipHop explained the song as addressing the hollowness wealth without peace. The BoomBox stated that "The old saying 'money can't buy you happiness' isn't further from the truth for Lecrae, who raps about companions who have the game twisted about what's really important". Allmusic described Lecrae as taking on bling culture with a Christian-based message "in the unexpected, brittle style of a beatnik poet or Saul Williams on ''Def Poetry Jam''." Stylistically, the song features a dramatic, slow-tempo beat, and DaSouth described it as carrying " ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Escape The Day
Escape the Day is a Swedish electronicore band from Gothenburg, formed in 2007 as Mindscape, by Sebastian Westman and Patrick Möhlenbrock. History Escape the Day began their journey in 2007, as Mindscape. They released a self-titled EP in 2008, which received immediate recognition over the internet and included songs like ''Derailed'' and ''As We Were Once''. After the departure of the screamer Sebastian Jarfelt, the band looked for a new screamer, but never found anyone suitable for their music. In the process of looking for a screamer, they recruited a vocalist, Maria Petersèn. They changed the name of the band to Escape the Day. Whilst no albums or extended plays were made by this 6-member line-up, they recorded and released some full songs, demos and teasers via YouTube between 2009-2011 including songs like ''Turn Back Time''. In 2011, they recruited Jonas Jenelin as screaming vocalist, allowing them to blend their current 90s-trance influenced metal sound with their ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Mary's Blood
was a Japanese all-female heavy metal band from Tokyo, formed in 2009 by four former members of Destrose. It consisted of vocalist Eye, drummer Mari, guitarist Saki and bassist Rio since 2012. After releasing three EPs as an independent band, they signed to Nippon Columbia for their first album, ''Countdown to Evolution'' (2014). Mary's Blood then switched to Victor Entertainment for the release of ''Bloody Palace'' (2015) and ''Fate'' (2016). They signed to Tokuma Japan Communications in 2018 and released three further studio albums, including their highest-charting, ''Confessions'' (2019). Mary's Blood began an indefinite hiatus on April 9, 2022. History 2009–2017: Formation and major label debut After the breakup of Destrose on New Year's Eve 2008, vocalist Eye, guitarist Eri, bassist Niboshi (formerly known as "Kayo"), and drummer Mari later regrouped and recruited guitarist Chiba to form Mary's Blood in December 2009. They are named after the "Bloody Mary" cocktail and ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Dweezil Zappa
Dweezil Zappa (born Ian Donald Calvin Euclid Zappa; September 5, 1969) is an American rock guitarist and occasional actor. He is the son of musical composer and performer Frank Zappa. Exposed to the music industry from an early age, Dweezil developed a strong affinity for playing the guitar and producing music. Able to learn directly from guitarists such as Steve Vai and Eddie Van Halen, Dweezil released his first single (produced by Eddie Van Halen) at the age of 12. In addition to writing and recording his own music, Dweezil has carried on the legacy of his father's music by touring with the group Zappa Plays Zappa. The band features renditions of Zappa's original material and the lineup has often included Zappa alumni such as Napoleon Murphy Brock, Steve Vai, Terry Bozzio and others. Early life Dweezil Zappa was born on September 5, 1969, in Los Angeles, California to Frank Zappa and Gail Zappa.Snippet view page 245 He is the second of four siblings: his older sister, Moon ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Aurea (singer)
Áurea Isabel Ramos de Sousa (born 7 September 1987), known professionally as Aurea, is a Portuguese soul singer originally from Santiago do Cacém, Alentejo, who grew up in Silves, Algarve. She debuted in 2008 with her single " Okay Alright", which was included on the soundtrack of the Portuguese television series ''Morangos com Açúcar''. At the end of 2008, she performed the song live at the Morangos Live Festival, among with two other cover duets. This concert was released on DVD in 2009. Aurea released her debut album, ''Aurea'', in September 2010. The album entered at number 21 at the Portuguese Albums Chart, but quickly reached number 1. It features the number " Busy for Me", which was released as the album's lead single. In December 2010, Aurea made a special live TV broadcast to promote some of her songs. It was transmitted by RTP2 and SIC Notícias. Her single "Busy for Me", released in August 2010, became her first number one single; it topped the Portuguese iTunes cha ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Confessions (Usher Album)
''Confessions'' is the fourth studio album by American singer-songwriter Usher. It was released on March 23, 2004, by Arista Records. Recording sessions for the album took place during 2003 to 2004, with its production handled by his longtime collaborator Jermaine Dupri, along with Jimmy Jam and Terry Lewis and Lil Jon, among others. Primarily an R&B album, ''Confessions'' showcases Usher as a crooner through a mixture of ballads and up-tempos, incorporating musical genres of dance-pop, hip hop and crunk. The album's themes generated controversy about Usher's personal relationships; however, the album's primary producer Jermaine Dupri claimed the album reflects Dupri's own personal story. In the United States, the album sold 1.1 million copies in its first week. To boost sales amid threats of bootlegging, the special edition for the album was issued, which includes the single, " My Boo"; a duet with Alicia Keys. ''Confessions'' earned Usher several awards, including the Gram ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
Confessions (Pillar Album)
''Confessions'' is the sixth album, from the Christian rock band Pillar. The album was released on September 22, 2009, by Essential Records. Musical style and concepts Rob Beckley commented about the album, "I had never had goose bumps listening to our own music before, but this album is just on a whole different level. We're indebted to everyone who played a role in pushing us out of our comfort zones. And I couldn't be more proud of our band." Beckley further describes the concept as, "1 John 1:9 says, 'If we confess our sins, God is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and cleanse us from all unrighteousness.' Every song on this album could be broken down to 'If you just confess.'" Under this umbrella, recurring themes on Confessions include unity, commitment and perseverance. When Blaine Barcus, VP of A&R, Provident Label Group talked about the album he spoke highly of it saying, "the album features songs which range from muscular, guitar-driven gut rock to beautiful, o ... [...More Info...] [...Related Items...] OR: [Wikipedia] [Google] [Baidu] |
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