Another week, another round-up of exciting things to see, do, and listen to this week around Europe. Let’s dive into some of the highlights below:
Music
Taylor Swift: ‘The Tortured Poets Department’
Global superstar Taylor Swift has released her newest album, ‘The Tortured Poets Department’. The album dropped at midnight and was followed by a “surprise double album” two hours later! Our critic (and resident Swiftie) David Mouriquand has already taken the original 16 tracks for a spin, calling the album “an uneven but entrancing post-mortem on love and its pitfalls.” Read his full review here.
Exhibitions
‘New Beginnings’, London, UK
Artificial intelligence (AI) continues to evolve and make waves in the art world. A new AI art exhibition at London’s HOFA Gallery, titled ‘New Beginnings’, showcases the works of 14 AI artists from around the world. This exhibition explores the impact of AI on art and human relationships. Catch it until 30 April 2024.
Francesco Vezzoli: ‘Musei Delle Lacrime (Museums of Tears)’, Venice, Italy
Italian artist Francesco Vezzoli’s exhibition at Museo Correr features his unique art of embroidering tears onto famous artworks, blending renaissance figures with pop culture icons. The tearful transformations play with context through campy kitsch. The exhibition runs until 24 November.
Events
London’s Eid Festival, UK
Celebrate the end of the holy month of Ramadan at London’s free Eid festival at Westfield Stratford until 21 April. Enjoy a variety of entertainment, workshops, music performances, and delicious food. It’s a perfect day out for the whole family.
EUmies Awards 2024 Winners, Brussels (and online)
The winners of the 2024 European Union Prize for Contemporary Architecture, also known as the Mies van der Rohe Awards, will be announced on 25 April. The event will take place at CIVA in Brussels and will be live-streamed on YouTube and Instagram.
*Record scratch* – if you’re reading this on 20 April, it’s also Record Store Day! Check out the best vinyl releases and enjoy some great music.
