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“Afinal o Apocalipse Não É Para Já” is a compendium of 200 texts by Miguel Esteves Cardoso in which the language and the experience of being Portuguese are examined under a magnifying glass
The 'Nem Tudo é Saudade' festival, taking place today in the German capital, is launching a Portuguese Book Club and promoting national culture to the Berlin community.
Author of the soundtrack for 'Os Escândalos de uma Revolucionária', Frankie Chavez talks about his passion for Cuba, the urgency of silence, the challenges of fatherhood, and his return to rock on his new album.
In 'Viagens', Almeida Garrett (1799-1854) translated the modernity of European narrative into Portuguese. His journey did not go beyond Santarém, but the style remains bold today and deserves attention.
In 1979, the musician returned to Lisbon to record a masterpiece: “Qualquer Coisa Pá Música”. The record failed and the label was sold. It is one of the great forgotten albums of Portuguese music.
“O Império do Fim” marks the return of a prolific author in portraying 20th-century Portugal, showing how certain historical events have implications for private lives.
The 51-year-old actor will be the protagonist of one of the major bets for the new SIC schedule.
I have silently abhorred the way Portuguese people avoid the subjunctive – there are already those who laugh when they hear it – but I confess that I secretly admire the fox-like cunning with which they manage to escape it. A chronicle by Miguel Esteves Cardoso.
We wanted “religion & punk rock” in a global intifada mode because the country deserved it. But there were some exceptions. Jorge Palma.
Afonso Laginha, a 23-year-old actor and guest of Daniel Oliveira on Alta Definição, talks about his stutter, theatre, and the construction of his identity. He also recalls the tumour diagnosed in his childhood, his battle with depression, and the curiosity about the future that he found as the strength to carry on.
The news of the death of Jorge Palma, one of the most influential musicians of the last few decades, arrived just after midnight. From that moment on, it was necessary to reformulate all plans for the following day.
An anthology of works by the poet Camões, featuring The Lusiads.
Jorge Palma is, from any angle, a giant of national culture.
Between the piano and the asphalt, he turned freedom, bohemianism, and fragility into the stuff of song.
José Viale Moutinho, a renowned Portuguese writer, journalist, ethnologist, and historian, has passed away at the age of 81. Known for his deep connection to the works of Camilo Castelo Branco and his extensive research into the Spanish Civil War, Viale Moutinho left a significant mark on Portuguese literature and journalism. His career spanned decades, from his early days at Jornal de Notícias to his influential role at Diário de Notícias, always maintaining a critical spirit and a passion for storytelling.
Author of iconic tracks such as “Encosta-te a Mim”, “Frágil”, “Deixa-me Rir”, “A Gente Vai Continuar”, and “Estrela do Mar”, these are songs that have become etched in everyone's memory.
Rita Carmo, author of the Jorge Palma photography book, talks about the concerts that went best and worst. The photographer also recalls the episode in which she suggested to Palma that she photograph him during the pandemic.
A member of Palma's Gang, the rock group that reinvented Jorge Palma's songs in the early 90s, Alex Cortez lamented the death of the musician, who passed away this Monday at the age of 76. Regarding his favourite records, he highlights “a combat album” that his friend, “a very fair person”, released in the 80s.
Musician João Gil remembered Jorge Palma today, who died on Monday at the age of 76, as 'a free man' who 'represents the best of democratic Portugal', highlighting the 'impressive footprint' he leaves on Portuguese music.
Mafalda Veiga and Jorge Palma recorded “Tatuagens” together, a song from the singer's album “Tatuagem”, released in 1999.
Portugal lost the musician this Monday. The singer was 76 years old and did not survive a cardiorespiratory arrest.
João Gil described Jorge Palma as an “absolutely stunning” pianist and an “incredible singer”.
DN went to the archives to retrieve photos from various moments of Jorge Palma's career. From iconic performances to photos from his youth, see records of the artist's life. Jorge Palma at the Tivoli BBVA in Lisbon, in 2022. Jorge Palma at the Tivoli BBVA in Lisbon, in September 2022. Jorge Palma at the presentation of 'Bairro do Amor', in 1989. With Sérgio Godinho at a show, in 2011. Jorge Palma in 1985. Jorge Palma in 1982. Jorge Palma playing the piano, in 2001. At the Sudoeste Festival in 2001, in Zambujeira do Mar. At the Sudoeste Festival in 2001, in Zambujeira do Mar. At the Lisbon Coliseum in 2001. Jorge Palma in the Hall of Mirrors at the Tivoli Theatre, in 2018, preparing for the show 'Estação de Outono', which would be presented in Coimbra, Lisbon, and Porto. Jorge Palma concert at the São João festivities in Porto, on Avenida dos Aliados, in 2019. Jorge Palma concert at the São João festivities in Porto, on Avenida dos Aliados, in 2019. Jorge Palma at the Tivoli BBVA in Lisbon, in 2022. His voice, poems, charisma, and many friends around the world remain. Reactions to the death of Jorge Palma. Wake for Jorge Palma open to all. Funeral restricted to close family and friends. Jorge Palma has died. A musician of many companions who 'Só' left his mark on Portuguese music.
There are lives that are told through songs, and Jorge Palma's was a hymn to bohemianism, delicacy, and truth. We bid farewell to the man who turned imperfection into an art form and sang about life without filters. Farewell!
Jorge Palma was one of the greatest names in Portuguese music. The singer-songwriter had a career spanning over five decades, composed of songs that became part of the collective memory of the Portuguese people.
He was 'Frágil', passed through the 'Bairro do Amor', and crossed 'O Lado Errado da Noite'. He made life a carousel and raw material for his songs. Above all, he was a free man. Jorge Palma died on Monday at the age of 76.
The artist passed away this Monday at the age of 76.
The musician died this Monday at the age of 76. Livre, PCP, BE, and CDS-PP express their condolences for his death.
With a career spanning over 50 years, Jorge Palma brought to life songs that are now part of a collective and transgenerational imagination. Through delicacy, he earned his living. And the music.
