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Shopping in Amsterdam

Cornejo Amsterdammer, Only-Be, Shopping and Wellness in Amsterdam

In the long pedestrian area from the great Muntplein square to the famous Dam Square, in distance of more than a kilometer, lies the main shopping street in Holland, the Kalverstraat street. There, it is possible to find all kinds of shops, particularly boutiques, footwear and clothing, as well as grocery stores, tobacco, jewelry, toys, children´s clothing and beauty supply stores. Following the same Dam Square, very close the central station and parallel to Damrak Avenue, you can stroll through the peculiar Nieuwdendijk street, in a pleasant environment in which you’ll be able to discover several famous music, accessories and souvenirs and gifts shops. In addition to buying clothing from elegant boutiques, you can also stop for lunch in one of several restaurants along this street. In one of the most important and beautiful buildings of the city, where once was a post office, you’ll find the famous Magna Plaza shopping center, which is located between Dam Square and the Singel Canal, in the heart of the city. There you will have the chance to buy or enjoy a lively walk through shops. If you are looking for an elegant shopping street to make your purchases, PC Hooftstraat Street is for you. Located in the Oud-Zuid district, from Stadhouderskade to the largest park in the city, the Vondelpark, you will be walking on one of the most expensive streets across the country; luxury shops, such as Cartier, Chanel, Hermes, Louis Vuitton and the well-known American jewelry Tiffani & Co will be all available for your shopping experience. If you are looking for a nice souvenir, Amsterdam has a... read more

Patti Smith in Concert in Rome

Mónica Boixeda Only-Be, Roman

The video that I included below, which was posted on YouTube, has a comment from a fan asking who pushed the dislike button by mistake. There are two people who indicate their displeasure with the song, but this fan does not understand how this is possible. How is it possible that anyone would not fully appreciate this truly memorable song? It is a sad but beautiful song that the veteran Patti Smith dedicated to the ill-fated Amy Winehouse. “This is the girl” (“This is the girl”) is the song’s title. It’s only possible that these two persons are mistaken in their commentary. And so we go from one great to another with our hearts on our sleeves. Too bad it’s only possible to include one single from this great lady of song, Patti Smith I mean! Although a mix with “little” Amy, wouldn’t be bad either. Well, to get to the point… Patti Smith will perform in concert as part of an international tour with her latest album, “Banga”, giving her fans (those who always mark “like”) an opportunity to see her live at the Auditorium Parco della Musica in Rome. It takes place on July 20 at 9 p.m. Here’s the link where you can find out all of the practical information about attending and buying tickets: http://www.auditorium.com/eventi/5274394 The organizers of this space dedicated to the arts are proud to once again present Smith (as they were ten years ago). The American artist demonstrates her fascination with Italian culture in this new work, which is named “Banga”. As an artist committed to various causes, a painter, a singer,... read more

Heimspiel Festival

Mónica Boixeda Berliner, Only-Be

While Berlin and music have always gone hand in hand in some way, it is true that summer is perhaps the most propitious time in the German capital for the expression of that condition which, according to Walter Pater seeks all art, these mysteries both abstract and concrete, at a time in which according to the Pythagorean-Hermetic tradition they uncover the secret of the universe. Following the physics of the avant-garde, is it possible that, strictly speaking, all that is and always has been a vibration of strings? The importance of music in the summer life of the residents of Berlin is seen in the prestigious Citadel Music Festival, which takes place from early June until late August in the imposing Renaissance citadel in the Spandau neighborhood of the German capital. It features a wide and varied range of international artists. The spectrum is truly staggering, and it includes both true living legends of contemporary culture of the past half century, such as Lou Reed or Bob Dylan, as well as new bands which are quite refreshing like the British group Kitty, and Daisy and Lewis, champions since their brilliantly arrogant youth of a stimulating and exciting revival of rockabilly, blues, country, swing, and rhythm and blues. Between these extremes there is also space during the summer months for classics of different genres, those musicians who are reluctant to completely abandon the scene, such as Billy Idol, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Snow Patrol or the ever powerful group The Pogues. However, within this very extensive program we would like to direct your attention to the Heimspiel festival on July 13... read more