VINYL

Yellowstone by Brian Tyler (MOV) Tyler’s score is a stirring blend of cinematic grandeur and raw emotional depth, perfectly complementing the show’s sweeping landscapes and intense drama. The Yellowstone Theme immediately sets a tone of resilience and melancholy, while Expansive Horizon captures the vastness of Montana with its soaring strings and rich orchestration. Regret and Mourning delve into the show’s darker, introspective moments, using somber, layered melodies to reflect loss and inner turmoil. The haunting Let Them Come builds tension with deep, brooding undertones, while Through The Ages moves between wistful nostalgia and quiet determination. Tyler’s seamless fusion of sweeping orchestral textures and intimate, folk-infused elements makes Yellowstone a score that lingers long after the final note and is now available in this limited edition of 500 numbered copies on red colored vinyl, or black vinyl. https://www.musiconvinyl.com/

The Tattooist of Auschwitz by Hans Zimmer and Kara Talve (MOV) Hans Zimmer and Kara Talve’s score for The Tattooist of Auschwitz is a hauntingly beautiful composition that captures both the brutality of history and the resilience of the human spirit. The opening track, Whatever It Takes, sets an urgent yet tender tone, blending delicate piano with sweeping orchestration. Krompachy carries a deep sense of longing, while If Someone Sees Her pulses with quiet desperation. The inclusion of Love Will Survive, performed by Barbra Streisand, brings a poignant final note to the series, reinforcing its themes of love and endurance. Talve’s use of her grandmother’s wartime piano adds a deeply personal touch, infusing the score with authenticity and emotional weight. Throughout, Zimmer and Talve balance sorrow with hope, crafting a soundtrack that lingers long after the final scene. Available on 180 gram audiophile vinyl with a 4 page booklet. https://www.musiconvinyl.com/

Mina – Gassa D’amante (PDU) Mina’s is a ballad-rich triumph, reaffirming her reign as the undisputed queen of Italian song. From the wistful Non smetto di aspettarti to the fragile beauty of Senza farmi male, her voice, layered with depth and nuance, turns every track into an intimate confession. Buttalo via stands out with its reflective lyrics and lush arrangement, embodying the album’s theme of love’s complexity. The production remains elegantly understated, allowing Mina’s expressive delivery to take center stage. Adding to its allure, Gassa d’Amante is housed in a stunning gatefold cover, where Mina appears as a striking figurehead on a grand ship—an image as timeless and commanding as her voice. This is an album that doesn’t just revisit her signature balladry; it elevates it to new heights. https://pduproductions.com/

Nana Caymmi – Nana Tom Vinicius (Sesc) a breathtaking tribute to Brazil’s greatest musical poets, with Nana Caymmi’s voice carrying the weight of nostalgia and reverence. Her deeply expressive interpretations of Eu Sei Que Vou Te Amar and Sem Você unfold with aching beauty, each note steeped in saudade. The lush orchestral arrangements by Dori Caymmi, recorded with the St. Petersburg Orchestra, add cinematic grandeur while maintaining the intimate essence of these classics. Luciana shines with its delicate phrasing, showcasing Nana’s ability to balance tenderness with profound depth. The album’s rich sonic landscape is matched by its stunning red vinyl release, a visual celebration of the passion and artistry within. Timeless and deeply moving, Nana, Tom, Vinícius is a love letter to the golden age of Brazilian music, delivered with elegance and soul. www.sescsaopaulo.org.br

Maria Bethania – As Cancoes Que Voce Fez Pra Mim (Universal) is Bethânia at her most intimate and expressive, reinterpreting the timeless songs of Roberto and Erasmo Carlos with breathtaking depth. Her haunting delivery of Detalhes transforms the classic into a whispered confession, while Emoções carries a grandeur that feels both nostalgic and revelatory. The lush orchestration enhances Bethânia’s signature phrasing, adding new layers of elegance to Cavalgada and Sua Estupidez. Newly remastered and released on a stunning blue vinyl, the album gains even greater warmth and clarity, making every note feel more vivid. This isn’t just a tribute—it’s a reinvention, where Bethânia reclaims these romantic ballads with the dramatic intensity that only she can bring. A masterpiece of interpretation, now more captivating than ever. https://www.umusicstore.com/

BOOKS

Greubel Forsey: The Art of Invention by Michael Clerizo (Thames & Hudson) A breathtaking tribute to two maverick watchmakers who redefined horology. This lavishly produced volume unveils the journey of Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey—from their early mastery of the craft to founding a brand that would shatter conventions. With 300 stunning illustrations, it chronicles their relentless pursuit of perfection, reviving the artistry of centuries past while pioneering groundbreaking complications. A must-have for collectors and watch enthusiasts alike. https://www.thamesandhudsonusa.com/

Idris Khan: Repeat after Me by Idris Khan (Hatje Cantz) Few artists capture the weight of memory and time like Idris Khan. Repeat After Me is an exquisite catalog that spans over 20 years of his work, revealing a practice rooted in ritual, cultural resonance, and visual palimpsests. With contributions from leading critics and artists — featured essays by curator Marcelle Polednik and art critic David Carrier, plus a conversation between Idris Khan and artist-author Edmund de Waal — offer both a scholarly and sensory experience, showcasing Khan’s ability to evoke the “essence of an image” through repetition and reinvention. https://www.hatjecantz.com/

The Tapestry By Erik Madigan Heck (Thames & Hudson) A feast of color and light, weaving a decade of creative exploration into a single, breathtaking volume. The result of a contemplative pause during the pandemic, this book reveals Heck’s artistic evolution with vibrant, painterly imagery that straddles photography and fine art. With a seamless design by APFEL and richly textured visuals, it’s an indispensable addition for collectors and lovers of modern photography. With 250 color illustrations. https://www.thamesandhudsonusa.com/

Chateau Marmont Hollywood Handbook By Andre Balazs (Rizzoli) Part history, part cultural study, and wholly seductive, this homage captures the mystique of Hollywood’s most infamous hideaway. A gathering of literary and photographic legends—including Faulkner, Gore Vidal, Dennis Hopper, and Annie Leibovitz—this volume is as much about the Chateau as it is about the ever-evolving dream factory it overlooks. A must-have for cinephiles, bibliophiles, and lovers of Hollywood’s golden—and scandalous—past. https://www.rizzoliusa.com/

Carla Sozzani – Art, Life, Fashion by Louise Baring (Thames & Hudson) A visionary, a curator, a trailblazer—Carla Sozzani is the first full-length biography of the woman who reshaped fashion, art, and design. Baring’s insightful narrative, drawn from extensive interviews, unveils Sozzani’s fearless journey from Vogue Italia to the groundbreaking 10 Corso Como. Featuring 480 stunning images and appearances from icons like Helmut Newton and Yohji Yamamoto, this is an essential tribute to a force who has never played by the rules. https://www.thamesandhudsonusa.com/

Versailles from the Sky by Thomas Garnier (Thames & Hudson) Few places on earth are as mesmerizing from above as Versailles, and this book offers an unparalleled perspective on its architectural and natural splendor. Through stunning aerial photography, it unveils the estate’s grand symmetry, hidden patterns, and seasonal transformations, making the gardens and fountains feel almost alive. A visual feast for history lovers, design enthusiasts, and anyone captivated by the magic of Versailles. https://www.thamesandhudsonusa.com/

Cinema Her Way – Visionary Female Directors In Their Own Words by Marya e. Gates (Rizzoli) From the silent era to today’s global box office, this seminal book chronicles the impact of women directors through insightful interviews and a fascinating historical lens. Featuring intimate conversations with filmmakers like Jane Campion and Susan Seidelman, the book captures the challenges and triumphs of cinematic trailblazers with splashes of illustrations and evocative images from the movies. A timely, powerful, and essential celebration of women behind the camera. https://www.rizzoliusa.com/

Keiichi Tanaami by Keiichi Tanaami et al (Rizzoli) A dazzling retrospective of one of Japan’s most influential pop artists, Keiichi Tanaami presents the full scope of his kaleidoscopic career for the first time in English. From early illustrations to hallucinatory large-scale paintings, his work blends eroticism, consumerism, and postwar memory into a hypnotic visual language. Divided into five thematic sections, this beautifully designed volume offers an electrifying new perspective on Tanaami’s genre-defying legacy. https://www.rizzoliusa.com/

The Mysterious Fayum Portraits – Faces from Ancient Egypt by Euphrosyne Doxiadis (Thames & Hudson) A mesmerizing glimpse into the ancient world, which explores the hauntingly lifelike funerary paintings of Greco-Roman Egypt. Euphrosyne Doxiadis masterfully weaves history, art, and archaeology to bring these faces—preserved for nearly two millennia—back to life. With 274 striking illustrations and a new foreword by Ahdaf Soueif, this updated edition is an essential read for anyone fascinated by portraiture, cultural heritage, and the enduring human desire to be remembered. https://www.thamesandhudsonusa.com/

Hollywood Blackout – The Battle for Inclusion At The Oscars by Ben Arogundade (Cassell) Arogundade exposes Hollywood’s long history of exclusion in Hollywood Blackout, charting the uphill battle of marginalized artists seeking recognition. Through the stories of Black, Latino, Asian, Indigenous, and female filmmakers, the book unravels the systemic barriers and hard-won victories that shaped the industry. With a sharp focus on protests, boycotts, and social movements, it captures the tension between Hollywood’s progress and its persistent shortcomings. https://www.octopusbooks.co.uk/