Marco Machera

I got to see The Weather Station live in concert the other night, at the Botanique, an historical venue in Brussels. That day, the city went into an alert phase because of fine particle pollution (it was lifted today). It felt fitting, somehow, as The Weather Station have released one of my favourite albums of … Continua a leggere Just like old times (in troubling times)

I’m taking a moment to wish you all a happy, healthy new year – despite all. May you find peace in the company of loved ones and within yourself. I’m currently in Italy, spending the holidays with family and friends. I have been resting a bit. Of course, holidays involves a fair amount of eating. … Continua a leggere We’re only sleeping

Borrowing this title from a John Lurie’s painting that I love. It’s a sunny, relaxed morning in Brussels. Just had some coffee. I’m now listening to someone playing the cello nearby, through the open windows. There’s this mysterious cello player in the neighbourhood, but can’t locate her/him. I would like to express my gratitude for … Continua a leggere You have the right to the pursuit of happiness: good luck with that

In a way, days seem to be slow, but they also go by fast. Things have changed quite a bit since my previous post (the interview with the great Tony Levin). Actually, things have changed so much that Tony is now back on the road with King Crimson! Oh well. These days I feel like … Continua a leggere A brief note, a lot behind it