Ear Worm

Music and culture from the cattle class

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19 implied HN points • 21 Jun 23
  1. Václav Hálek's compositions are unique and explore the artist's natural condition.
  2. Hálek combined his love for foraging with his ear for new music, composing pieces based on mushrooms, flowers, trees, and people.
  3. Hálek's artistic method gave voice to the natural world, reflecting his deep connection with nature.
6 HN points • 17 Aug 22
  1. John Fenley is a bizarre entrepreneur with a complex story and multiple ambitious projects.
  2. He faced challenges and setbacks in realizing his grand ideas, like building a fusion reactor and a makerspace.
  3. Despite hardships and legal issues, John maintained a unique and relentless approach to his projects, making him a digital folk hero.
0 implied HN points • 20 Aug 22
  1. Some individuals stay loyal to artists despite their controversial actions.
  2. Defending an artist's music over their questionable behavior can be problematic.
  3. There is debate around whether artists who have committed misconduct should still be judged for their actions.