mellody Posted September 7, 2012 Share Posted September 7, 2012 finally managed to read the whole interview - thanks so much for the translation lucrezia! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eugenio Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 The latest issue also includes the review of the record, from the same author of the interview. So, I took the liberty of translating it. It's nothing compared to the huge work of Lucrezia but I always find interesting to hear some opinion from experts in the field. So, here's the scan (thanks to theriversaint) MIKA The Origin Of Love / Island-Universal Vote: 7.1 It had to happen, sooner or later. Mika is grown up, as a man and as a pop artist. With his third album, he has lost the naivety of his first two records: miniature musical, camp atmospheres, comic-pop and school-play thrills are faded away (fake but not at all, 'cause Mika is a self-confident performer). Apart from the title track, which opens and deceive with a medieval chorus, which tells the "machos" to take a running jump, The Origin Of Love is actually the birth of a more compliant (=homologated) popstar. [i thought about this ] With the single Celebrate he fights against Scissor Sisters, Maroon 5 and Black Eyed Peas for the conquest of the ether with a pop hit where 'fun' rhymes with 'we just begun'. Kids is even a step forward towards the spiritualistic side of Michael Jackson (the chorus has a gospel progression), but it's not about taking care of the world but just about "another California day". He tries to get back to the naïve pop of the first two records with Lola (a prominent beat and choirs in plenty) and partly he succeed, especially when he not rely on falsetto (come on, Mika, you have a great voice even with low tones!). Overrated is a dance track which could explain the undiscovered connections between Village People and Maroon 5. And Stardust is in line with a over-produced pop-dance which seems to obscure his prodigious voice. Mika left the backyard where he used to play and sing with his friends, in order to get out and compete with heavyweights of pop music. Little else remains of the boy who knew too much and who played to imitate Freddie Mercury and Elton John. In order to be pleasant to us, at least, because there's some extremely appealing material for radios here. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
krysady Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 Thanks,Eugenio! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted September 8, 2012 Author Share Posted September 8, 2012 (edited) as much as I may like the album, I agree with the critic. I feel I am biased, and I can understand what he means. thanks eugenio! Edited September 8, 2012 by robertina Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 The latest issue also includes the review of the record, from the same author of the interview.So, I took the liberty of translating it. It's nothing compared to the huge work of Lucrezia but I always find interesting to hear some opinion from experts in the field. So, here's the scan (thanks to theriversaint) MIKA The Origin Of Love / Island-Universal Vote: 7.1 It had to happen, sooner or later. Mika is grown up, as a man and as a pop artist. With his third album, he has lost the naivety of his first two records: miniature musical, camp atmospheres, comic-pop and school-play thrills are faded away (fake but not at all, 'cause Mika is a self-confident performer). Apart from the title track, which opens and deceive with a medieval chorus, which tells the "machos" to take a running jump, The Origin Of Love is actually the birth of a more compliant (=homologated) popstar. [i thought about this ] With the single Celebrate he fights against Scissor Sisters, Maroon 5 and Black Eyed Peas for the conquest of the ether with a pop hit where 'fun' rhymes with 'we just begun'. Kids is even a step forward towards the spiritualistic side of Michael Jackson (the chorus has a gospel progression), but it's not about taking care of the world but just about "another California day". He tries to get back to the naïve pop of the first two records with Lola (a prominent beat and choirs in plenty) and partly he succeed, especially when he not rely on falsetto (come on, Mika, you have a great voice even with low tones!). Overrated is a dance track which could explain the undiscovered connections between Village People and Maroon 5. And Stardust is in line with a over-produced pop-dance which seems to obscure his prodigious voice. Mika left the backyard where he used to play and sing with his friends, in order to get out and compete with heavyweights of pop music. Little else remains of the boy who knew too much and who played to imitate Freddie Mercury and Elton John. In order to be pleasant to us, at least, because there's some extremely appealing material for radios here. I think the best line (apart from the compliment about his lower voice) is that the songs would be great on the radio. I really think that is what Mika has tried to achieve with this album, and I don't blame him for that. Some decent radio-play is what he needs. i wish they wouldn't compare him to other artists though. At least he has variety in his work, unlike people like Katy Perry, who recycles the same tune and still gets critics saying how great she is, and Cheryl Cole, who can't even sing, and gets interviewed on Radio One like she's some great artist. It's very unfair imo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted September 8, 2012 Author Share Posted September 8, 2012 I think the best line (apart from the compliment about his lower voice) is that the songs would be great on the radio. I really think that is what Mika has tried to achieve with this album, and I don't blame him for that. Some decent radio-play is what he needs.i wish they wouldn't compare him to other artists though. At least he has variety in his work, unlike people like Katy Perry, who recycles the same tune and still gets critics saying how great she is, and Cheryl Cole, who can't even sing, and gets interviewed on Radio One like she's some great artist. It's very unfair imo. totally agree with you here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nenartus Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I think the best line (apart from the compliment about his lower voice) is that the songs would be great on the radio. I really think that is what Mika has tried to achieve with this album, and I don't blame him for that. Some decent radio-play is what he needs.i wish they wouldn't compare him to other artists though. At least he has variety in his work, unlike people like Katy Perry, who recycles the same tune and still gets critics saying how great she is, and Cheryl Cole, who can't even sing, and gets interviewed on Radio One like she's some great artist. It's very unfair imo. I wish he stops comparing his own music with other artists. Why does he need these stories about Fleetwood Mac and others. I don't like that. It bothers me, cause I always hear FMac (and I don't like them) now when I listen to Origin of Love. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 I wish he stops comparing his own music with other artists. Why does he need these stories about Fleetwood Mac and others. I don't like that. It bothers me, cause I always hear FMac (and I don't like them) now when I listen to Origin of Love. I agree with that. I suppose he's being honest about what influences him, but he should stop saying things like that because it encourages others to say it too, and not with much respect. let's face it, there's no song, or piece of music, these days, that hasn't been influenced by someone else. But I think that when Mika uses influences, he puts his own spin on the finished creation. That's why he takes so long to finish an album, because he wants it to be perfect in his own eyes. I wish critics would realize how much of HIMSELF he does put into his work, and stop trying to put him down all the time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nenartus Posted September 8, 2012 Share Posted September 8, 2012 (edited) I agree with that. I suppose he's being honest about what influences him, but he should stop saying things like that because it encourages others to say it too, and not with much respect. let's face it, there's no song, or piece of music, these days, that hasn't been influenced by someone else. But I think that when Mika uses influences, he puts his own spin on the finished creation. That's why he takes so long to finish an album, because he wants it to be perfect in his own eyes. I wish critics would realize how much of HIMSELF he does put into his work, and stop trying to put him down all the time! Not only in music. There's no work of art completely original. There must be some influence even unconsciously. Every human being is influenced from early childhood with lots of information and it's just a matter of personality, creativity and ingenious how can one combine all these things and create a new work of art or music or even a book, movie, poem, whatever. It seems to me that Mika uses his influences more like an homage to a group or artist than like a pure copying of their sound. If I'm right I just wish those critics realize that too. Edited September 8, 2012 by nenartus Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lilo Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 I saw this on twitter I'm a little confused. So this is the July/August issue and the one that talks about cosmetic surgery is the June issue? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mari62 Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 I'm a little confused. So this is the July/August issue and the one that talks about cosmetic surgery is the June issue?exactly Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crazyaboutmika Posted October 16, 2012 Share Posted October 16, 2012 (edited) The latest issue also includes the review of the record, from the same author of the interview.So, I took the liberty of translating it. It's nothing compared to the huge work of Lucrezia but I always find interesting to hear some opinion from experts in the field. So, here's the scan (thanks to theriversaint) MIKA The Origin Of Love / Island-Universal Vote: 7.1 It had to happen, sooner or later. Mika is grown up, as a man and as a pop artist. With his third album, he has lost the naivety of his first two records: miniature musical, camp atmospheres, comic-pop and school-play thrills are faded away (fake but not at all, 'cause Mika is a self-confident performer). Apart from the title track, which opens and deceive with a medieval chorus, which tells the "machos" to take a running jump, The Origin Of Love is actually the birth of a more compliant (=homologated) popstar. [i thought about this ] With the single Celebrate he fights against Scissor Sisters, Maroon 5 and Black Eyed Peas for the conquest of the ether with a pop hit where 'fun' rhymes with 'we just begun'. Kids is even a step forward towards the spiritualistic side of Michael Jackson (the chorus has a gospel progression), but it's not about taking care of the world but just about "another California day". He tries to get back to the naïve pop of the first two records with Lola (a prominent beat and choirs in plenty) and partly he succeed, especially when he not rely on falsetto (come on, Mika, you have a great voice even with low tones!). Overrated is a dance track which could explain the undiscovered connections between Village People and Maroon 5. And Stardust is in line with a over-produced pop-dance which seems to obscure his prodigious voice. Mika left the backyard where he used to play and sing with his friends, in order to get out and compete with heavyweights of pop music. Little else remains of the boy who knew too much and who played to imitate Freddie Mercury and Elton John. In order to be pleasant to us, at least, because there's some extremely appealing material for radios here. s Thanks a lot for translating this Eugenio To me this is a bit sad to read because I love TOOL and I don't think Mika lost any of his style and originality. That CD is so Mika If his music is played on all the radios I'll be happy but all this comparing tires me . No one can sing like Mika and make songs like his But I agree his voice is fantastic in low tones but I'm also addicted to his falsetto and as a conclusion I will always be a die hard Mika fan as long as I live Edited October 16, 2012 by crazyaboutmika Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted October 30, 2012 Author Share Posted October 30, 2012 November issue will be out tomorrow, but I'm afraid Mika's too busy to write his column I'll check the magazine before buying it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RayaBadran Posted October 30, 2012 Share Posted October 30, 2012 I agree with that. I suppose he's being honest about what influences him, but he should stop saying things like that because it encourages others to say it too, and not with much respect. let's face it, there's no song, or piece of music, these days, that hasn't been influenced by someone else. But I think that when Mika uses influences, he puts his own spin on the finished creation. That's why he takes so long to finish an album, because he wants it to be perfect in his own eyes. I wish critics would realize how much of HIMSELF he does put into his work, and stop trying to put him down all the time! YES! absolutely agree Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mari62 Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Mika will write for XL again soon! Thanks for the news Sara! you're welcome!!Yes, and I read just now on FB that La Repubblica XL spoke with Mika after the gig and he told he'll come back soon with some surprises... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julia Welcomes Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Oh that`s great! I`ve always enjoyed reading his articles...trying to catch his real thoughts and opinions there. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marilyn Mastin Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Oh that`s great! I`ve always enjoyed reading his articles...trying to catch his real thoughts and opinions there. Me too. He's a wonderful wordsmith and has such intelligence and insight. I'm looking forward to reading his articles again. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eloise.shaw Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 I've missed his cute little articles. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Micah Posted November 13, 2012 Share Posted November 13, 2012 Thank GOODNESS! I've been dying for an article. You know, I got my tweet from him ABOUT this article... Or lack of... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted November 27, 2012 Author Share Posted November 27, 2012 Xl repubblica is out next Friday nov. 30th Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreamy_Queen Posted November 27, 2012 Share Posted November 27, 2012 Xl repubblica is out next Friday nov. 30th :boing: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clara85 Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 Xl repubblica is out next Friday nov. 30th sai se ci sarà anche il pop up di Mika? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robertina Posted November 28, 2012 Author Share Posted November 28, 2012 sai se ci sarà anche il pop up di Mika? dovrebbe esserci, ma prima di comprare controllo Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clara85 Posted November 29, 2012 Share Posted November 29, 2012 dovrebbe esserci, ma prima di comprare controllo grazie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Poisonyoulove Posted November 30, 2012 Share Posted November 30, 2012 So, has anyone seen the new issue? Does Mika have a column this month? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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