Laka was a latecomer to the Bosnian musical scene. At least in terms of recording his first track which he did in only in 1998, almost at the age of 30. But by then he had already acquired a bit of a rebelious streak.
Bad Pennies (Top of the EU Pops 29/01/24)
Ariana Grande, Ice on Fire and Kenya Grace
Some tracks are like bad pennies. They keep turning up at the top of the charts. Luckily, there are Ariana Grande, Kenya Grace and Ice on Fire, to salvage the situation. Check out more of this week’s number one tracks across Europe on Top of the EU Pops.
New Music Monday - 29/01/2024
Oh lordy! It’s another Monday and that can only mean one thing… A further dollop of Simon's super sonic selections, freshly ripped from all of the new music released within the last week.
What's Right: International protection for victims of domestic violence
Our new daily news bulletin gives you a portion of positivity. On What’s Right with the World, we dig up one story for you every day that is positive news.
Nutrigenomics: How your genes influence your nutrition and health
Siwar Ala is a healthcare consultant, and nutrigenomics specialist focusing on longevity and nutrition based on genetic makeup. Sounds difficult? Not until you get to listen to the interview to learn how to age correctly, why do we all miss Vitamin D and what are the factors that make us age faster.
Inspire, empower and connect young leaders
Meet Global Shapers Community, a diverse community that believes in a world in which young people are at the heart of solution-building, policy-making, and lasting change. Their mission is to inspire, empower, and connect young leaders to reach their full potential, shape decision-making processes, and drive positive change in their communities and the world.
Šumski (Balkan Express 145)
Šumski are a slightly psychedelic Croatian rock band, with a penchant for ethno motives, Dadaistic sounds and added noise, pretending to be pop-rock pieces. Think of them as the Croatian version of the Dutch band Focus, but sans the flute.
The End of Long Reigns (Top of the EU Pops 22/01/24)
This week, Top of the EU Pops finally noted the long-awaited changes in Slovak and Croatian music charts, with Peter Bič Project and Vatra taking over, respectively. Luciano got a new lease on life, however, as his Time was kicked off the German top spot, only to claim the throne in Austria. At least for a week.
Irena Žilić (Balkan Express 144)
As a singer-songwriter, Irena Žilić is a late bloomer by any definition. But even though she discovered her passion for music fairly late, she grew by leaps and bounds, even touring with Morcheeba.
Back To Normal, Sort Of (Top of the EU Pops 15/01/24)
As far music charts in the EU go, these past few days felt like this is Noah Kahan’s world and we are just living in it. Top of the EU Pops brings you fifteen other new tracks, too.
New Music Monday - 15/01/2024
Kerblimey! It’s Monday again and that can only mean one thing… Another generous helping of Simon's super sonic selections, freshly plucked from all of the new music released within the last week.
At the time of posting this, ellaneptune, Re:um and MT Jones all hold joint first place! And that just won’t do. A Track of the week is much like The Highlander… There can be only one!
You can make the all-important difference and appoint this week's Track of the Week by:
1. Listening to our Spotify playlist (link below)
2. Choosing the bestest tune
3. Texting your choice to the ARA WhatsApp on 691 35 35 99...
Good times!
Mamie et moi - an intergenerational tie
Mamie et Moi aims to “foster intergenerational ties in the Grand Duchy of Luxembourg in order to strengthen solidarity between generations and optimize living together in a context of cultural and generational diversity. Thus they work to “build bridges”, to “find bridges” which allow people to meet and get closer. In practice, this means setting up meetings in the form of workshops, which facilitate the transmission of knowledge and know-how between seniors and younger people but also between people from different cultures.
The tie between Romania and Luxembourg
ROMLUX is a Luxembourg-based nonprofit, that pioneers economic ties between Romania and Luxembourg. This time we spoke to Razvan, who revealed the start of the Romania Luxemburg Business Forum Asbl. The association aims to exchange, foster mutual assistance, and share economic experiences. They also build cultural bonds intensified for a harmonious Romania-Luxembourg connection. ROMLUX opens doors to new contacts, seminars, company visits, economic missions, and cultural events. Anyone can be a member! Listen to the interview to find out how!
Astrid- (Balkan Express 143)
Astrid’s lyrics are a mix of Slovenian, Croatian and English. She is her own songwriter, video director and conceptual designer, but also a classically educated harpist and opera singer in the electro-pop genre.
Music Charts Hangover (Top of the EU Pops 08/01/24)
Marek Ztraceny in Czech Republic, Jungeli in France and Sofi Tukker with Knocks are among the new number ones in the EU this week. There are new entries in Poland, Malta and Slovenia as well, while some other charts have a bad case of Christmas/New Year hangover.
Your Tracks of the Week for 2023
Gathered here in an ever-so handy Spotify playlist is every Track of the Week from 2023…
New Luxembourg Chapter of the Women in Asset Servicing Group
Linda Rooney and Debbie Johnston speak with Simon about the new Luxembourg chapter of the Women in Asset Servicing group.
Zona Isključenja / Exclusion Zone (Balkan Express 139)
Zona Isključenja are a Bosnian rock band from the town of Goradže. They’ve been around since 1995, released three albums, recorded one more and seem to have another one in the works.
The emotional impact of trauma
The damaging effects of trauma can lessen a child’s sense of stability and self-identity, leaving lasting scars that persist into adulthood. This can lead to feelings of guilt and shame, feelings of disconnection, difficulties in managing emotions, heightened anxiety and depression, and bouts of anger. Marise Hyman, Self-growth & Relationship Coach (Somatic-Trauma-Therapeutic approach), Workplace-wellbeing and resilience Trainer, and also Preconception-Prenatal-Parenthood Doula, joined Djulieta’s show to help us understand how to identify if we are the result of any traumas and shared some tips on how to start working on it.
Maximum Danger for Italian Charts, And Other European Tracks (Top of the EU Pops 18/12/23)
This week on Top of the EU Pops, there are eight new tracks, but also some repeat offenders in Romania and Ireland, while Slovenia, Finland and Spain have brand new number ones with Kokosy, Ahti & Hugo and Delafulente & Moras.